The Best Spring Trends
There’s a point at the beginning of every season when a modest mental shopping list inevitably morphs into something daunting and not especially wallet-friendly. But in truth, a few key pieces—the kind that can freshen up an existing wardrobe without the need for a top-to-bottom overhaul—are really all it takes. Here, the three spring 2016 pieces for the job (and how to style them).
The Ruffled Top
Part crisp button down, part feminine blouse, this top works especially well as part of a white-on-white ensemble. And it’s OK if the whites don’t match perfectly—mixing contrasting textures like poplin and canvas or playing with volume and proportion actually makes it more dynamic. Add streamlined black accessories and a pop of color via lipstick.
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M.I.H. Niki Shirt goop, $350
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CO A-Line Short goop, $325
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TOPSHOP Bead Square
Hoop Earrings Topshop, $9 -
ILIA Tinted Lip
Conditioner goop, $26 -
ZARA Sandals with
Ankle Strap and
Track Sole Zara, $69.90 -
KREWE Olivier goop, $215
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MICHAEL KORS
COLLECTION Medium
Top Handle Satchel goop, $1,090
The Track Pant
We’re not talking about your average joggers here, this silk pair is meant to be dressed up. The relaxed shape accommodates off-the-shoulder silhouettes especially well, while the tapered ankle works with both heels and flats alike (though we think a strappy sandal is best). Finish with a single statement earring and a little shimmer on the shoulders care of body oil.
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TIMO WEILAND Off
the Shoulder Top goop, $250 -
MOTHER OF PEARL
Rita Pants goop, $450 -
SORELLE Mara
Earring goop, $120 -
SHIVA ROSE Venus
Amber Body Oil goop, $60 -
ANCIENT GREEK SANDALS
ANTIGONE SANDALS goop, $270 -
CHLOE Jane
Tassel-Trim Leather
Crossbody Bag Bergdorf Goodman, $1,290
The Denim Skirt
The key to keeping a denim midi-skirt from skewing too hippie is to team it with menswear-inspired shirting and leg-lengthening shoes—these structured Pierre Hardy platforms balance out the demure hemline particularly well. Polished accessories and unexpected splashes of silver complete the look.