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A sky-blue shirt best complements the powder-hued, colour-blocked skirt.
– Cotton shirt, $80.50, from www.cool-find.me-in.kr
– PU leather skirt, $89.90, from Exhibit
– Metal and stone cuff, $33.90, from Topshop
– Leather bag (price unavailable), from Kate Spade
– PU Leather pumps, $85.90, from Charles & Keith

A structured navy vest instantly toughens up a ladylike pairing of lace and pastels.
– Viscose-blend best, $96.90, from Topshop
– Polyester lace bralette, $32, from www.klarra.com
– Polyester top, $79.90, from Topshop
– PU leather skirt, $89.90, from Exhibit
– Metal rings, $8 (for a set of three), from Forever 21
– Metal and stone bracelet, $23.90, from Topshop
– Leather pumps, $250, from Steve Madden

Pair a comfortable sweatshirt with a colour-blocked pencil skirt for an unexpected combination. Complete the look with sleek accessories and chunky-heeled sandals.
– Polyester-blend sweater, $69.90, from H&M
– PU leather skirt, $89.90, from Exhibit
– Polyester cord and metal necklace, $29.90, from Diva for Miss Selfridge
– Metal ring and bracelets, $13 (for a set of three), from Forever 21
– Leather bag, $581, from Longchamp
– Leather sandals, $159, from Aldo

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This article was originally published in Simply Her June 2015.