
Summer sandals
This metallic leather pair in go-with-everything gold can be dressed up or down, and the rubber sole keep comfort in check (Loft, $50).
Here’s how to match them with any outfit.

Casual blues
A denim skirt is a wardrobe must have this season. Add some pizzazz with printed-and studded!-socks.
Instance socks ($15). Azure Skies cotton tank ($32 at Aritzia). Winners denim pencil skirt ($17). Banana Republic leather tote ($170).

70s stripes
A twist-front shirtdress is both classic and fresh. Blush tones are a natural fit with gold.
Lacoste dress ($225). Marshalls sunglasses ($17). Timex Originals watch ($90). Mulberry leather pochette ($440).

Monochrome chic
Play with proportions by matching a boxy, cropped tank with pleated culottes. Architectural accessories keep the clean lines in focus.
Forever 21 scalloped cut out ring ($5). Banana Republic jacquard tank ($75). Winners pleated culottes ($30). Auxillary leather tote ($350).

Breezy boho
On hot and humid days, breezy, loose-fitting silhouettes are the only way to go. Stay cool and stylish in pieces made from natural-fibre fabrics like woven cotton and silk.
Elle faux-leather convertible shoulder bag/backpack ($65). Zara cotton shirt ($46). Aldo hammered metal tassel earrings ($10). Wilfred silk shorts ($85).

Summer wedding
This you can’t get away with flat sandals at a wedding? Think again – the metallic gold colour of this pair is easy to dress up.
Ted Baker metallic jacquard dress ($360). Aldo glittery hairband ($10). Le Château metal mesh minaudière ($50). Swarovski crystal necklace ($149).