Summer fashion trend: Black and white with a pop of colour

Black and white — and bright all over! We're totally falling for the season's hottest colour combo. Here's all you need for your coolest summer ever.

By Makeup by David Allan Jones; Hair by Cody Alain; Manicures by Leeanne Colley

Updated July 12, 2013

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.