CARVEN (Paris) Printed Silk Playsuit

Favoured by royalty and film stars in the 1940s, Madam Carmen de Tommaso’s label Carven was certainly decadent in its past. Today, led by Guillaume Henry, the brand is known for its playfully sophisticated Parisian chic and adored by style elites and fashion magazines alike.

Following the monochrome-mixed-with-colour theme at Carven’s Resort ’14 presentation, this soft silk playsuit features a contrasting collar (which is very Carven). Finished with an elasticated waist and a knot detail at the front, this Euro-chic style needs little accent—simply team it with wedge sandals and minimal jewellery.

(RRP €355 / US$495)

SEE BY CHLOE (Paris) Silk Printed Pants

Sometimes, it’s cool to give your fave ole denim a rest and go for something a little bit bolder. :-)

This season, printed pants are comfy and fashion-forward. With just enough sass to elevate your modest tee—but still classy enough to be office-appropriate—this monochromatic pair from See by Chloe Summer 2014 Collection is a chic choice.

Elastic waistband ensures an easy fit.

Wear yours to dinner with a soft blouse and sexy sleek pin-heeled sandals, or keep it low-key with a basic top and pool slides.

(RRP €370)

Spring/Summer 2014 trend: Easy to wear and ultra-chic, printed pants are the perfect addition to your wardrobe this season.

REBECCA TAYLOR (New York) Monochrome Polka Dot Dress

Tick off two key trends in one pretty dress: Rebecca Taylor’s graceful-yet-playful silk piece combines the new season’s polka dot print with monochrome.

Wear yours with a blazer and pointy pumps to work, switching to red heels and a slick of scarlet lipstick after hours. :-)

(RRP US$350)

Trend Alert: This season, everyone’s wearing… black-and-white polka dots! Graphic and bold and eye-catching and fun — they’re just the thing to perk up your look (or your day!). :-)

ALEXANDER WANG (New York) Monochrome Shirtdress

Crafted in flowy silk, this mod-inspired sleeveless shirtdress from New York wonder boy Alexander Wang features a two-tone inverted placket and a subtly tantalising slim keyhole that traces the centre-back seam.

We think edgy accents are a nice touch — how about styling yours with holographic heels and a neon clutch?

(RRP US$450)

ALEXANDER WANG (New York) Cut-Out Monochrone Dress

Cut-out, colourblock, and black-and-white — what can be better than this Alexander Wang dress to nail the not one, not two, but THREE mega trends of the New Year? (And it’s hip-friendly at that!)

Keep the look going with cherry-red lips and platform heels.

(RRP US$795)

Cut-out and monochrome manias have swept the SS2013 runways.