1. Mix ‘n’ Match Jewellery
When it comes to accessorizing this spring, take a more-is-more approach. Mix textures, colours, materials, styles – and price points – to create a madcap look.
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all street-style photography by aldona Barutowicz
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(From left to right) 9.65ct green tourmaline ring with baguette-cut diamonds in 18kt yellow gold, $16,925, from Brinkhaus; Beaded earrings, $20, from H&M; Charniere enamel bracelets, $730 to $1,015, from Herms; 18-carat rose-gold pendant with diamonds, lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl inlay, $3,900, from Gem by Carati.
2. Striped Dresses
Avoid the sheer panic of looking for the perfect dress days before a big summer event. Be proactive and shop early, and then wear these universally flattering striped dresses everywhere.
The Calgary style inspiration: Sarah Tsao
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3. Platform Espadrilles
Espadrilles aren’t just for the beach. A pair of pumped-up platforms or “flatforms” add Mediterranean flair.
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(From left to right) Prada platform derby shoes, $1,130, from Holt Renfrew; Mia espadrilles, $125, from Bamboo Ballroom; Michael Michael Kors espadrilles, $148, from Michael Kors.
4. Urban Denim
The Canadian tuxedo will always be in style in Calgary. Dial up your denim closet with a jean shirt with flair.
The Calgary style inspiration: Joshua Reid Mitchell
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(From left to right) Denim southwestern shirt, $85, from Gap; Hand-distressed indigo denim Western shirt, $330, from North American Quality Purveyors.
5. Camera Bags
Whoever said bigger is better didn’t own a camera bag. The best are big enough to hold your phone and wallet, yet small enough to go everywhere with ease.
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(Top to bottom) Signet bag, $168, from J.Crew; Embellished folder crossbody bag, $340, from Coach; Candi crossbody bag, $390, from Kate Spade.
6. Lightweight Dressing
The dandy is back, and he’s choosing lightweight cottons and linens to dress up in this summer.
The Calgary style inspiration: Jay Skelly
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Malo hat, $540, from Herms; Offal Goods bow tie, $70, from Kent of Inglewood; Wooden pin, $15, from Mule Ties; Wings + Horns linen jacket, $515, from Leo Boutique.
7. Shoulder Season
Give covered shoulders the cold shoulder.
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(From left to right) Off-the-shoulder top, $38, from Old Navy; Cold-shoulder tank, $20, from Winners; Elisabet top, $199, from Club Monaco.
8. Font Tee
Let your feelings out with a T-shirt that says what you’re really thinking.
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Bye Felicia T-shirt, $49, from Kate Hewko.
9. Bold Sunglasses
The world looks a whole lot better with ah-mah-zing sunglasses. And so do you.
The Calgary style inspiration: Monika Koehler
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(Top to bottom) Blake Kuwahara sunglasses, $699, from Brass Monocle; Mixed-materials sunglasses, $260, from Tory Burch; Michael Kors Divya sunglasses, $129, from Michael Kors.
10. Statement Hats
Head-turning toppers that scream style.
The Calgary style inspiration: Denby Royal
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(Top to bottom) Saks Fifth Avenue Made-in-Italy straw hat, $60, from Saks Off 5th; Eugenica Kim boater hat, $575, from Holt Renfrew; Barbour hat, $75, from Sporting Life.
11. Blazing Bright Blazers
The only excuse for being a wallflower this summer is if you’re the brightest, boldest one out there. This season’s colour choices are loud and proud.
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(From left to right) Topshop blazer, $105, from Hudson’s Bay; Satin-back crepe jacket, $455, from Judith & Charles.