This season, pastels are the new black. We’re welcoming taupes, creams and pale blues into our wardrobe in full force for looks that are feminine and springtime-ready.

 

Photography, Andréanne Gauthier

 

Petal pusher

Universally flattering, a wrap top can be draped and tied in different ways to draw
the eye to the waist and visually elongate the body. This ballet-inspired version can be worn casually or paired with a skirt and a flowery choker for an elevated look.

U Seamless Type TANK TOP in 30 Natural, $25, uniqlo.com. Long Sleeve Wrap TOP in Spring Grey Mix, $30, garageclothing.com. Silk Flower NECKLACE in Ivory and White, $95, noemiah.com. Live Silver-Plated NECKLACE, $48, pilgrim.ca.

 

Photography, Andréanne Gauthier

 

Denim diva

A mesh top layered underneath an ultra-trendy denim dress makes this outfit perfectly wearable for cooler nights on the town.

Combination Seamless TOP in Beige-Pink, $26, zara.com. Denim DRESS in Light Blue, $169, hm.com/ca. Bold Pearl Gold Vermeil NECKLACE, $325, mejuri.com. Rela Pearl NECKLACE, $30, horacejewelry.com.

 

Photography, Andréanne Gauthier

 

Mix and match

Denim and lace and knits, oh my! Don’t be afraid to work multiple textures into your outfit to create a one-of-a-kind look.

Lace Pointelle Knit TANK TOP in Pastel Pink, $46, zara.com. Cable Knit SWEATER in Cream, $25, winners.ca. Cargo Straight Medium Wash JEANS, $70, reitmans.com. Glass and Acrylic Flower EARRINGS, $15, suzyshier.com. Capezio Hold and Stretch Footed TIGHTS, $20, amazon.ca.

 

Photography, Andréanne Gauthier

 

Business is back

This pastel blue two-piece suit says spring has sprung—in a big way. A silver purse and earrings keep the cool look cohesive and undeniably stylish.

Ribbed Garter TANK TOP ßin Bright White, $30, garageclothing.com. Tencel Piqué BLAZER in Aquatic, $170, Tencel Piqué High Waist Wide Leg PANTS in Aquatic, $100, rw-co.com. Edele Silver-Plated Pearl EARRINGS, $48, pilgrim.ca. Ribbed Knit GLOVES in Oyster White, $20, zara.com. Fraydax BAG in Silver, $58, aldoshoes.com.

 

Photography, Andréanne Gauthier

 

Pleats a-plenty

Brave April showers in style with a water-repellent jacket in a muted pastel hue. Once you’re out of the rain, a high-waisted pleated skirt and cropped shirt combination creates a beautiful silhouette that highlights your waist.

Cropped SHIRT in White, $125, Long SKIRT in Beige, $190, cos.com. U Nylon Poncho JACKET in 11 Pink, $150, uniqlo.com. Mixed Metal Acrylic EARRINGS, $12, suzyshier.com. SOCKS, $19, simons.ca. Prato Leather Ballerina FLATS in Vanilla, $195, maguireshoes.com.

 

Photography, Andréanne Gauthier

 

Floating on air

This show-stopping skirt and corset ensemble is enough to convince us that silk and leather are a match made in heaven. Add a statement accessory or two and you have a look that’s both sultry and elegant.

Tabia Leather Corset TOP in Stone, $295, lamarque collection.com. Zhou Silk SKIRT in Ivory, $525, noemiah.com. Ruizo NECKLACES in Mist and Lavender, $229 each, annemariechagnon.com.