Top spring looks from the runway
- Text by Kate Kennedy, QMI AGENCY
Look: A ladylike high-waisted pencil skirt that finishes just at the knee and features pockets that accentuate the hips and modernize the '60s look.
Seen at: David Dixon on Oct. 21, 2011. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
- Look: A slinky yellow backless dress in Italian matte jersey with wide shoulders that create an hourglass shape.
Seen at: David Dixon on Oct. 21, 2011. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
- Look: A slim fit suit in a serene blue bell hue (which appeared lavender on the runway) that would have any wearer looking smug.
Seen at: Bustle on Oct. 20, 2011. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
- Look: The classic trench coat benefits from the designer touch with fabric overlapping the shoulders and extending across the back, creating a capelet effect.
Seen at: VAWK on Oct. 20, 2011. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
- Look: An ink blue jacket with white piping that's as suave as it is showy - and might even be a little flashy, if it weren't for a superb cut.
Seen at: Bustle on Oct. 20, 2011. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
- Look: A stunning blush gown with a fluttering skirt and metallic bodice that doubled as a choker.
Seen at: VAWK on Oct. 20, 2011. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
- Look: A belted silk jumper that captures a youthful, fanciful vibe while also staying fashion forward - the floral pocket lining is especially pretty and helps set the piece apart from mid-range labels.
Seen at: Denis Gagnon on Oct. 21, 2011. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
- Look: A sweet-as-can be summery frock with demure lines and a floral pattern that defined the waist in violet hues.
Seen at: Sarah Stevenson on Oct. 20, 2011. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
- Look: Well-placed cut-outs and colour blocking make this bodycon dress fit for a power player.
Seen at: Caitlin Power, during the Golnaz Ashtiani/Caitlin Power on Oct. 20, 2011. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
- Look: High-waisted jeans may not have filtered down to mass male appeal just yet, but they look awfully precious with a collared shirt.
Seen at: Klaxon Howl on Oct. 19, 2011. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
- Look: A patterned ink blue and white sport coat that could be thrown over any number of outfits on a cool spring morning (and would look great on both sexes).
Seen at: Joe Fresh on Oct. 19, 2011. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
- Look: The combination of a polka dot coat and matching slacks was greater than the sum of its parts when styled with a sharp white shirt - this is a look that commands attention.
Seen at: Pink Tartan on Oct. 18, 2011. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
- Look: An elegant white suit that balanced the modern, by way of skinny pants, and the traditional, through a demurely cut jacket featuring gold coin-like buttons.
Seen at: Chloe commes Parris on Oct. 18, 2011. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
- Look: White pants - a definite emerging trend - got the country rock treatment when paired with a crisp denim shirt featuring lovely sturdy brown buttons.
Seen at: Triarchy, during the Mercedes-Benz start-up show on Oct. 18, 2011. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
- Look: Sweet and sexy - this modal jersey dress and top showcased a cute flopsy bow in the front and layers of saucy crisscross straps in the back.
Seen at: LOVAS by Wesley Badanjak on Oct. 18, 2012. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
- Look: An expertly cut ruby cigarette pant - it doesn't matter what they're worn with, these slim slacks would make any topper look fabulous (so long as you've got the gams).
Seen at: Pink Tartan on Oct. 18, 2011. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
- Look: Underneath the robust accessories lies a languid white shirt and juicy pink slacks that would work well on the weekend or at the office.
Seen at: Jay Manual Attitude for Sears on Oct. 18, 2011. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
- Look: A barely there (and slit-to-there) maxi sheath dress dyed in beachy hues that had an other-worldy vibe.
Seen at: Lala Berlin on Oct. 17, 2011. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
- Look: A striking russet tank dress with a soft, flowing skirt that juxtaposed the body-con bodice embellished with gold zippers front and back.
Seen at: Arthur Mendonca on Oct. 17, 2011. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
- Look: Femininity met menswear in this colourblock colbalt blazer, which would add pinache to a daytime look or a little edge to an evening maxi dress. We could see Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge covering her dainty shoulders with this ladylike look.
Seen at: Smythe on Oct. 17, 2011. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
- Look: A check shirt under a crewneck sweater make for an adorable "schoolboy" look when paired with cropped chino pants, which are subdued enough that men might actually wear them.
Seen at: Wings + Horns on Oct. 17, 2011. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
- Look: A crisp, snowy white trench coat perfect for those first few days of morning frost in springtime.
Seen at: Dennis Merotto, during the Holt Renfrew show on Oct. 17, 2011. (Mark O'Neill/QMI AGENCY)
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