SPRING/SUMMER

We tend to think of pink as subtle—not overpowering, not too loud. Yet next spring, blush tones become a perfect palette for all manner of embellishments, as evidenced by this silky pantsuit from Christian Dior. Here, even the tiniest of touches—a pearl here, a few crystals there—simply shine to dramatic effect. The same goes for these simple stunners.

Chamberlain by Be&D

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Retails for $585

From the provocative cut-outs to the row of laces, this is one sexy pump—a refreshing spring update on the fall ’07 shoe-boot. For their spring ’08 collection, Be&D designers Be Intahvong and Steve Dumain were inspired by Klimt’s The Kiss and the seductive glamour of the 1930s.

Katsu by Strutt Couture

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Retails for $530

Little details shine on this elegant peep-toe pump from United Kingdom-based Strutt Couture. The tiny flowers that dot Katsu’s fine, pink-tinted mesh sparkle with tiny rhinestones. The signature “S”—a “flowing mermaid emblem”—accents each and every shoe in Strutt’s collections.

Mira Flor Karine flap shoulderbag by Brighton

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Retails for $250

Soft buttery leather in shades of cotton candy pink carry this bag into neutral territory. The woven shoulder strap and floral tassels add a sense of whimsy, too.

Barbara by Laura Brandon

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Retails for $140

This pink covered platform peep toe is easily dressed up or down. Worn with tights, it’s sleek and sophisticated. Worn with jeans, its angular wooden heel lends a casual air. The pump’s warm hue of has a bit of shimmer, too.

Desirée by Farylrobin

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Retails for $189

Designer Faryl Robin Morse envisions her spring ’08 collection as a modern-day fairytale. She tells WSAToday.com it’s filled with “ethereal femininity, pixie dust, fairies and magic.” “We’re really going back into earth, to a sense that’s almost fairy-like,” she says. The Desirée, with its glossy coral pink leather, forgiving Cuban heels and thoughtful cut-outs, fits the tale perfectly.

Adelle by Joy Chen

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Retails for $185

The sleek shape of this peep-toe pump offsets its pearly mauve patent calf leather beautifully. Designer Joy Chen, who also designs women’s line Glory Chen, goes for updated looks on vintage style from the ’70s in her new spring collection.

Gemmaria Giga by Bracher Emden

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Retails for $3,500

Design duo David Bracher and Richard Emden specialize in what they call “maximalist hardware—armor plating for the sexy, chic in-crowd.” The Gemmaria Giga certainly fits the description dripping in crystals, chains and gems.

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