Summer fashion trend: Black and white with a pop of colour
Black and white
Summer loves
Dressy shorts
Here's the summer version of the printed pants that ruled in spring. They're versatile and easy and look great with flats or strappy sandals.
Shirt, $110, Lacoste. Sweater, $49, Line Knitwear. Shorts, $45, Gap. Bracelets, $85 each, Jenny Bird.
No-button jacket
Contrast a classic tailored piece with an artsy tee and a pretty beaded necklace.
BB Dakota jacket, $118, M for Mendocino. Necklace, $165, J.Crew. Malene Birger shirt, $115, info@wilshire.ca. Michael Michael Kors pants, $165, michaelkors.com. Donald Pliner shoes, $240, Town Shoes. Bracelets, $19-$55, Scotch & Soda. Belt, $20, Smart Set.
Summer "tweed"
Complement a high-waisted skirt with a nubby cropped jacket. Add just the right amount of now with a neon heel.
Lida Biday jacket, $795, Holt Renfrew. Ring with stone, $195, Pandora. Shoes, $265, J.Crew. Stacking ring, $50, Pandora. Skirt, $88, Ann Taylor.
Tuxedo details
They're not just for black-tie anymore. Take them to the office with brightly hued accessories.
Shirt, $175, shoes, $288, J.Crew. Michael Kors ring, $115, bracelet, $165, Holt Renfrew. Bag, $125, Moon Apparel. Pants, $285, Judith & Charles.
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Layered shirts
Add interest to your crisp whites by rocking a laid-back nautical tee underneath. Finish the look with a pair of pumps. The perfect pair will take you straight into fall.
Shirt, $275, Pink Tartan. Malene Birger T-shirt, $130, info@wilshire.ca. Pants, $265, Judith & Charles. Nine West Shoes, $120, Town Shoes. Belt, $20, Smart Set. Bracelet, $25, Express.
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Warm-weather leather
Make your prettier pieces more edgy with a sporty leather jacket and a sleek pony.
Bianca Nygard jacket, $149, Nygard. Bracelet, $245, Pandora. Hug dress, $62, M for Mendocino.
An orangey lip
Punch up a casual T-shirt dress: Top it off with a bright swipe of lipstick.
Michael Michael Kors dress, $185, Holt Renfrew. Scarf, $40, Echo Design. Belts, $20/set of 2, Smart Set.
Go-anywhere shift dress
Start with a clean slate, like a simple summer dress, then liven it up with a bold messenger bag.
Dress, $135, Moon Apparel. Shoes, $149, H&M. Watches, $55 each, Swatch. Denver Hayes bag, $25, Mark's.
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