Temps are on the up, and fashion's getting cooler, simpler and pared down to what really works. Get a jump on summer trends from Joie, Helmut Lang, Ted Baker London, kate spade new york, Tory Burch, Bony Levy and more.
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Joie — Short & Sweet // Channel a breezy, retro mood with the new short set. All floral silk and smocking, this one is thrown-on easy yet plenty polished. Just add strappy sandals. Done.
Joie Axcel Floral Print Silk Blouse, Joie Lanina Floral Print Silk Shorts
Helmut Lang — Strapless Sleek // Catch the breeze—and lots of attention—in a spare, shoulder-baring dress. This one skews über modern with a structured underlayer and flyaway panels. Genius.
Helmut Lang Crypsis Print Strapless Silk Dress, Helmut Lang Three-Strap Sandal
Ted Baker London — The 2-IN-1 // Sure, this looks like a flirty sundress, but it's really two mixable pieces. Wear them together or pair the cami with tailored flares—and the full skirt with a crisp white shirt.
Ted Baker London Cynaria Floral Print Camisole, Ted Baker London Quirina Floral Print Pleated A-Line Skirt
kate spade new york — The Shirtdress // The latest iteration is a playful mix of femme and tomboy. Here, it's updated with a crisp graphic and easy fit-and-flare shape. Very flattering, very cool.
kate spade new york stamped dots shirtdress, kate spade new york irevela double strap slide sandal
Tory Burch — The Soft Hobo // What goes around comes around. Case in point: this bigger-is-better rendition of the laid-back classic. What's key now: the tan leather, iconic logo and ultracomfy shape.
Tory Burch All T Logo Leather Hobo, Tory Burch Print Short Sleeve Sweater, Tory Burch Callie Seamed Crop Pants
Tory Burch — The Spare Sandal // It's pedi time, and nothing shows one off like a barely there sandal. Here are two sleek takes on the trend. Team with everything—shorts, dresses, trousers.
Tory Burch Padlock Leather Sandal, Tory Burch Padlock Leather Thong Sandal
Tom Ford — Elevated Aviators // Pared down and luxed up, these shades are a glam take on the spirited classic. Slip them on and enjoy the view.
Tom Ford Eva 61mm Aviator Sunglasses
MICHELE — Layers of Luxe // Give the classic timepiece new-season edge with a diamond hand chain from kismet by milka and Bony Levy rings. Suddenly, your mix looks fresh, interesting and all your own.
kismet by milka Lumiere Diamond Pavé Bar Hand Chain, Bony Levy Stackable Diamond Band Ring, MICHELE Urban Coquette Diamond Dial Watch Case
Bony Levy — Tiny Treasures // Pavé diamonds and gold designs to layer up your own way. What's modern now: wearing multiples in a mix of metals.
Bony Levy Aurora Diamond Pavé Rectangle Ring, Bony Levy Aurora Diamond Pavé Circle Ring, Bony Levy Aurora Diamond Pavé Circle Line Bracelet, Bony Levy Diamond Curve Bar Earrings
