Black is one of the easiest colours to dress up or down, taking you seamlessly to every occasion
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Black might not be the first colour that comes to mind for summer — crisp whites and tropical brights normally hold that position — but it’s a smart style choice that always looks chic. In lightweight fabrics and relaxed silhouettes, the classic shade feels cool, modern, and surprisingly effortless, even on the hottest days. It also happens to be one of the easiest colours to dress up or down, taking you seamlessly to every occasion. Here are five black pieces perfect for summer — all from Canadian brands.
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KNIX MESH SHORT DRESS
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Everyone knows that a little black dress is a wardrobe essential, but this one by Toronto-based brand Knix takes summer LBDs to the next level. Cut from stretchy mesh to a slim-fit silhouette, it’s intended as a swim coverup, but also works as a sultry piece for evenings and weekends when layered over a slip or more demure underpinnings. Finish with jewelry and a platform sandal.
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ANKEA KITTEN HEELED MULE
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Simultaneously elegant and versatile, these Ankea kitten heel mules are an ideal summer shoe that goes effortlessly from work to dinner to weekend. Plus, with a sub-two-inch heel, it’s the ideal height for everything on the agenda, and also packs well for weekends away — perfect for the serial overpackers among us.
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Aldo, aldoshoes.com | $110
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OVAL SLIM SUNGLASSES
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Black sunglasses are a no-brainer, but this slim Oval pair from Garage (the Canadian brand that’s been around for decades but has recently taken Gen Z by storm) is cheap, cheerful, almost universally flattering, and endlessly versatile. For anyone who hates the hassle of changing handbags several times a week, these are a great option for throwing in your bag and knowing you’ve always got a good pair at hand.
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Garage, garageclothing.com | $24.95
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SLEEVELESS EMBROIDERED PEPLUM BLOUSE
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Sophisticated and feminine, this peplum blouse is made from 100 per cent cotton and features an all-over embroidered finish that brings a subtle sweetness to any ensemble. The open, rounded neckline and smocked back feel slightly nostalgic; we suggest teaming it with denim shorts to elevate a daytime or weekend look, or with a slim skirt or cropped cigarette pants for dinner.
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RW & Co., rw-co.com | $70
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SUNBEAM RAFFIA WIDE-BRIM HAT
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Is there anyone chicer than Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany? Take inspiration from the iconic film and actress and choose a hat with a wide brim — albeit one with a more flexible brim for packing, such as this Sunbeam style. Made from lightweight, 100 per cent Madagascar raffia, each hat is handcrafted by hand, so no two are alike.
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Aritzia, aritzia.com | $88 ($66)
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