10 must-haves for great spring style

Bohemian maxi-dress

Look instantly taller with a floor-sweeping hemline and belted waist.

Michael by Michael Kors dress and belt, Michaelkors.com, $195.
Bangles, Hermes.com, $275 each.
Sandals, Eccocanada.com, $150.

Under $100:
Hat, Frenchconnection.com, $42.

Belts on everything

Hello, tailoring! Instantly update any look with a skinny belt. Bonus: It’s a great way to accentuate your waist.

Coat, Bananarepublic.ca, $240.
Lida Baday Pants, 1-800-317-7661, $475.

Under $100:
Shirt, Gapcanada.ca, $65.
Belt, Bananarepublic.ca, $55.
Shoes, Aldoshoes.com, $80.

Something argyle

Score straight As with preppy details and a flirty skirt.

Vest, Pringlescotland.com, $275.
Skirt, Pinktartan.com, $295.

Under $100:
Belt, Oldnavy.ca, $15.
Watch, Timex.ca, $75.

A fancy tank and wide-leg trousers

Tank: With dress pants for dinner or over jeans at brunch, this top has extra details that transform a simple outfit from blah to knockout.

Trousers: Leggings and jeggings begone! This new silhouette will take you from the office to evening cocktails.

Hoss Intropia Shirt, 1-877-2399, $195.
Ring, Thomassabo.com, $289.

Under $100:
Pants, Reitmans.com, $36.
Belt, Michaelkors.com, $68.
Shoes, Aldoshoes.com, $80.

The new day dress

The LBD isn’t just for nighttime. Look sleek at any hour in wear-anywhere black.

Dress, Tracyreese.com, $295.
Shoes, Stuartweitzman.com, $375.

Under $100:
Belt, $55, Bracelets, $35 each, both Bananarepublic.ca.
Bag, Aldoshoes.com, $40.

Grown-up brights

Pair vibrant colours with elegant accessories for a look that’s sophisticated, not flashy.

Lida Baday Dress, 1-800-317-7661, $650.
Necklace, $400, Ring, $210, both Swarovski.com.

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Head-to-toe whites

Take it to the next level this year with matching all-white accessories.

Sunglasses, Josephson.ca, $485.
Ça Va De Soi shirt, Rita D, $195.
Bracelet, $160, both Reiastudio.com.

Under $100:
Pants, Gapcanada.ca, $60.
Sandals, Oldnavy.ca, $20.

Statement sandals

High or low, metallic or natural, strappy or chunky — you just need one great pair.

Shoes, Martinariley.com, $255.