From Rosie Assoulin’s slouchy separates to Stella McCartney’s slinky knits, this year’s hottest spring looks have one cool colour in common.
BLUE PERIOD
The robe-like silhouette of Rosie Assoulin’s ethereal eveningwear evokes early Picasso works while conveying contemporary ease.
Rosie Assoulin silk blouse and skirt, prices on request through www.rosieassoulin.com. Marni lariat, $775 at Holt Renfrew (www.holtrenfrew.com). Vintage enamel ring, $14 at VSP (www.vspconsignment.com).
NAVY SEALED
Calvin Klein’s aggressive approach to suiting – cropped bell-shaped trousers, elongated sleeves, oversized fasteners – convey strength and sensuality in equal measure.
Calvin Klein Collection compact jacquard knit jacket, $3,850, engineered viscose flared top, $2,675, compact knit flared trousers, $1,895 at Calvin Klein in New York (www.calvinklein.com). 3.1 Phillip Lim mules, $550 at TNT (www.tntfashion.ca). Earrings, stylist’s own.
HONOR CODE
Applied swirls inspired by plasterwork help play down the precious cut of designer Giovanna Randall’s warm-weather topper, giving it mod flair.
Honor twill embellished coat, price on request through www.honornyc.com. Joseph Iceland jumpsuit, $975, Isabel Marant Etoile sneakers, $495 at TNT (www.tntfashion.ca). Kenneth Jay Lane earrings, $80 at Hudson’s Bay (www.thebay.com).
INTO THE GROOVES
The standout dress in Stella McCartney’s sporty collection takes the basic tank top to extremes, creating volume at its handkerchief hem by switching the direction of its deep rib knit.
Stella McCartney rib knit asymmetrical dress, price on request through www.stellamccartney.com. Acne Studios metallic Kleate slides, $500 at Jonathan + Olivia (www.jonathanandolivia.com). Vintage lapis lazuli bracelet, $48 at VSP (www.vspconsignment.com). Jennifer Fisher silver ball cuff, $695 at Holt Renfrew (www.holtrenfrew.com). Lucky Brand flower hoop earrings, $29 at Hudson’s Bay (www.thebay.com).
COLOUR THEORY
Juxtaposing a fitted jacket that incorporates a harness detail with a pleated skirt in an abstract print creates an unexpected mash-up of hard and soft shapes and hues.
Thierry Mugler jacket, $2,575, Dean Davidson necklace, $325 at Holt Renfrew (www.holtrenfrew.com). Theory pleated skirt, $510 at Hudson’s Bay (www.thebay.com).
ON THE FRINGE
Disheveled texture is an important message for the season and looks most novel when incorporated into a tidy piece like this little navy jacket.
Sandro Venice jacket, $660 at Hudson’s Bay (www.thebay.com). Extreme cuff, $1,095 at Hermès (www.hermes.com).
RUFFLED FEATHERS
An Erdem skirt layered with lustrous plumes feels extra decadent paired with the designer’s wrap-style sandals.
3.1 Phillip Lim knit top, $440 at Holt Renfrew (www.holtrenfrew.com). Erdem feather skirt and lace-up heels, prices on request through www.erdem.com. Vintage lapis lazuli necklace, $78 at VSP (www.vspconsignment.com). Robert Lee Morris stone ring, $40 at Hudson’s Bay (www.thebay.com).
Styling by Hazel Ong/Plutino Group. Makeup and hair by Sheri Stroh for GreenBeauty.ca/ TRESemmé Hair Care/Plutino Group. Set design and prop styling by Jason MacIsaac.
This story originally appeared in the May 2015 issue of Globe Style Advisor. To download the magazine’s free iPad app, visit tgam.ca/styleadvisor.