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Get the look: 10 coral picks à la Jessica Chastain, Shailene Woodley and Diane Kruger at Cannes (all under $100!)

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Photography by WireImage/Calvin Klein

Juicy peaches and vibrant corals have been making appearances everywhere, from the runway of Calvin Klein to the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival. Diane Kruger and Jessica Chastain both wore Calvin Klein creations in saturated pops of coral pink, while Shailene Woodley opted for a creamy apricot dress by the same designer. From subdued tones to bright hits of colour, we have a selection of picks under $100 to help you inject a bit of the bright hue into your wardrobe!

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Daily Steal: Stolen Riches laces, $18

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When it comes to style, it’s all in the details. Not only do Stolen Riches’ metal-tipped laces add style to whatever shoes they’re woven through, but they are manufactured in Toronto and made to last.

Stolen Riches Hollins laces ($18, stolenriches.com)



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Toronto shop notes: V is for Victorinox

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Victorinox Swiss Army

With sport utility making the spring runway rounds, now’s the time to get your game on. Victorinox Swiss Army’s first North American flagship store (95A Bloor St. W., 416-929-9889, swissarmy.com) houses an impressive selection of womenswear, including anoraks, bright polo shirts and colourful ankle-grazing trousers (shown, $145 each). The maker of the Original Swiss Army Knife, this 128-year-old global company also makes timepieces, travel gear, fragrances, menswear and those famous knives. Read more »


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Daily steal: Striped straw tote, $29

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Echo the casual elegance of Jane Birkin when you head to the beach this Victoria Day by carrying a straw tote. Wear it with a vintage sundress and leather sandals for a Saint Tropez–inspired look.

Joe Fresh stripe straw tote ($29, joefresh.ca)


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Daily steal: Jewelled button earrings, $12

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These mint-coloured button earrings double up on spring trends by pairing a classic lady-like shape with a fresh, aquatic hue.

Aldo Kiper mint green button earrings ($12, aldoshoes.com)


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Online Store of the Week: ASOS Salon is back for a second season of the prettiest party dresses a couple hundred dollars can buy (or less, with our exclusive discount!)

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The shop: If you don’t know what ASOS is, please invite me to your Amish-Leninist compound some time? The Internet’s massive answer to H&M/Zara/Topshop has evolved from doing cheap knock-offs to doing less-cheap knock-offs, plus selling lots of real-deal designers and fresh contemporary brands in between. Now, one of the more recent additions to this UK e-tailer’s in-house ouevre—ASOS Salon—is back for a second season of the prettiest party dresses a couple hundred dollars can buy.

The goods: Clicking through the dozen-plus frocks on offer at ASOS Salon, a higher-end take on fancy-dress trends, two words come to mind: Carey Mulligan. From the Christopher Kane-a-like coruscating pastels to the Jil Sander-meets-Erdem florals to the Daisy Buchanan-y tea dress, the Salon is so her (red carpet) style. (The exception: a stiff silvery playsuit that feels like something Zooey Deschanel would wear to her barista’s wedding. I hate it.) This collection is one-note, but what a high, sweet note. Prices are more high than sweet, especially compared to regular ASOS, but better construction—albeit same discount viscose-type materials—and loads of texture give these pieces a worthwhile heft. NB: I went to see a few picks in person to make sure I wasn’t lying to you about this. I’m not.

The shipping: Last time I ordered from ASOS.com, the piece arrived promptly in five business days and no-frills packaging. Expect no different: the whole thing of mass retail is being predictably good enough. If you want it faster, pay $12 for express shipping and get it in two biz days maximum. Plus, free returns! Always.
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Daily steal: Cognac sandals, $40

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These neutral sandals instantly add a bohemian vibe to any outfit. Wear with shorts or pair them with a maxi-dress for a polished, off-duty look.

Spring Sangiacomo cognac sandals ($40, myspringshoes.com)


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Palm Springs-meets-paisley: Check out the full Trina Turk for Banana Republic collection!

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“Cocktails beside the pool” was the creative direction behind the first-ever Trina Turk for Banana Republic collaboration, and since patio season is here, we were happy to hear it.  The capsule collection features classic Trina Turk paisley prints in fun colours like turquoise, lemon, lime and au courant orange.  The collaboration—which includes cute enamel accessories, dresses, shorts and swimwear—stays true to the Palm Springs esthetic that runs through Turk’s namesake line, while also staying true to the Banana Republic price point.  The most expensive item costs $185, roughly half a pair of Trina Turk pants.  More money for mojitos and cute sunglasses; we like.

The Trina Turk for Banana Republic collection will be available June 7 in Banana Republic stores across Canada and online at bananarepublic.ca. Prices range from $45–$185.

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