SHAKE UP YOUR LOOK In a fashion rut? Get superstar style by channelling fashion’s hottest “it” girls in spring’s newest pieces
The Look: PREPPY Wake up your inner prepster with sophisticated colour, print and shape combos that say Upper East Side cool. Forget your basic pencil skirt, cardigan and kitten-heel uniform—the new preppy is supersweet and sexy.
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SHOPPING LIST – Graphic-print mini – Full-sleeved blouse – Fitted minidress – Wide-leg jean – Patent platform
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Leather blazer, $398, Banana Republic. |
Cotton/polyester dress, $189, Club Monaco. |
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Cotton/silk top, $218, Tibi. |
Silk skirt, $100, Banana Republic. |
Patent-leather shoes, $130, Nine West. |
Style Tip: Adopt the laid-back East Coast–sophisticate looks of television’s hot stylistas on Gossip Girl. |
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The Look: FREE SPIRIT Update bohemian style by giving it a more polished edge. Flowing tiered dresses, beaded necklaces and fringed shawls give way to fresh California cool—easy pieces with a splash of retro detailing.
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SHOPPING LIST – Slim-fitting cardigan sequined top – Lean high-waisted jean – Layered pendants – Swing coat
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Silk skirt, $70, H&M. |
Cotton tunic, $495, Tara Jarmon. |
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Zinc necklace, $120, Suzi Roher. |
Leather shoes, $310, Essentiel. |
Cotton/leather belt, $165, essentiel. |
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Cotton jersey top, $350, Essentiel. |
Suede jacket, $750, Ba&sh. |
Style Tip: Check out vintage and thrift shops for authentic ’70s pieces à la Love Story to mix in with newer, sportier looks. |
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The Look: SEXY ANDROGYNY Give your ensemble a modern spin with a splash of colour, a mix of textures and tough-girl accessories. Break up mannish suits, message tees and head-to-toe black with a soft/hard juxtaposition of feminine blouses and edgy accessories.
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SHOPPING LIST – Broad-shouldered blazer – Tuxedo vest – Sleek skirt – Sky-high platforms – Neutrals plus colour
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Acrylic scarf, $50, only accessories. |
Napa-leather jacket, $695, Adam. |
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Polyester dress, $60, H&M. |
Leather clutch, $450, Andrew Marc. |
Cotton/polyester skirt, $320, Tara Jarmon. |
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Cotton-blend sateen vest, $58, RW&Co. |
Style Tip: Take a cue from Vivienne Westwood’s retro punk-laden collections. |
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Editor, Tammy Palmer; Celebrity photography, Dimitrios Kambouris/Wireimage.com; Product photography, Daniel Harrison. |
See the shopping directory for where-to-buy. |
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