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When you’re opening your largest store to date, it only makes sense to go big or go home. Express, the retail apparel chain that offers a mix of sleek work basics and sexy-meets-stylish casualwear did just that last week. To officially celebrate the launch of their Times Square, New York City location, the store hosted a massive party complete with models, mayhem and a performance by Robin Thicke.

While the bustling Times Square strip became even more busy (fans were lined up hours before the event began, hoping to sneak in for the VIP pre-party mingle) Thicke conducted media interviews on the second floor of the three-story Express. Guests sipped on cocktails and glass straw-adorned bottles of Fiji water, while not-so-subtly sneaking a peek at the singer, who was without his signature shades. (Don’t worry: once the performance started they were back on!) Those less inclined to participate in some light celebrity stalking indulged in shopping, as New York’s almost-spring weather was a perfect match for the breezy dresses, embellished tops and statement accessories on display in the store.

With spring hovering that much closer, it’s finally time to recharge those warm weather wardrobes (insert smiley face emoji here). This season, there are a few key pieces that will easily transform your look, and we’re here to make that transition as easy as 1, 2, 3.

A ‘90s revival on the runways breathed new life into the slipdress, making it the ultimate wardrobe essential layered under knits, with plaid and camo. Meanwhile, sex appeal was made hip with the advent of the side-slit leather skirt on runways like Proenza Schouler and Reed Krakoff. The long-favoured bomber jacket also reappeared on the runway this season, in satin and with transparent touches at Marc by Marc Jacobs and Dries Van Noten. So get ready to ditch all that heavy winter gear and consider these three as your must-have items to elevate your look this spring

Jump to: THE SLIPDRESS | THE SIDE-SLIT SKIRT | THE BOMBER JACKET

Shop all 38 of our denim picks »

With fall on the horizon, it’s time to revisit denim. From vests and shirts to jackets and jeans, new textures, prints and fabrications will refresh your favourite denim pieces. And thanks to its versatility, a new denim jacket, chambray shirt or printed pair of pants will look just as on-trend during cooler summer nights as they will in the early days of winter.

Or see fashion by age: IN YOUR 20s | IN YOUR 30s| IN YOUR 40s | IN YOUR 50s | IN YOUR 60s | IN YOUR 70s

How important is it to dress age appropriately? This is a question that, when asked, will generate a variety of different answers. Fashion by age is hardly a new phenomenon, but the contrast between what is or is not appropriate for certain ages has changed overtime. There may be some styles that are thought to be more suited to one age over another, but as we all know by now, fashion is never that black and white.

Keeping that in mind, check out our selection of the best spring pieces that work for a variety of different ages. From bright printed pants to classic blazers, these beautiful bouquet pieces can work for any age.

Not to alarm you, but this is the second-last weekend before Santa rolls into town. For those of us who’ve yet to finish or even start the gift shopping ritual (Oh, hi!), we’ve got studio sales, sample sales, flash sales and holiday sales, some coming with the a much-needed glass of champers. See our list […]

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FLORALS
Bursting bouquets of oversize buds are ready for the picking.

TRIBAL
Layer bold, graphic patterns and subtle wooden accents for a global traveller feel.

FEMININITY
Wicker, gingham and eyelet are the perfect ingredients for sweet afternoons spent in the sun.

BRIGHTS
Take a graphic approach and opt for thick blocks of bright, saturated colour.

SPORTY
Gear up for the summer in mesh, metallics, drawstrings and stripes.

Add a bit of shine to your outfit with a skinny belt (at a skinny price!). ($23, express.com)

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This neutral chambray button-up shirt does double duty—it’s both work and party appropriate. ($50, express.com) 

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Glossy extras put a modern twist on a classic black-and-white pairing. Check out our favourites.

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Following the trend of American-based stores moving up north, Express opened at the Fairview mall last Thursday, and we think their first foray into Canada is sure to be a good one. A few hours before the store was opened to the public, we got to see the new digs and chat a little with Emmanuelle Chriqui a.k.a. Entourage’s Sloan McQuewick, who was back in her home territory for the store’s launch. The Canadian-born actress leant her name and stardom to the opening of the store, doing the round of interviews and signing autographs for fans.

Naturally, the first thing we had to ask her is how she felt about Entourage ending.”It’s bittersweet,” she admitted. “It was such a blessing to be part of something that was so much bigger than we expected it to be. It’s a little bit sad.”After asking her about Entourage movie rumours, (she doesn’t know much more than we do!) we got down to the business of why we were there. “I became a fan of Express when I discovered their blazers,” she explained, “but mostly I love when you buy a piece that is versatile. That’s what Express is, you can find ‘your piece.’”