It’s spring - and the party season is ready to kick off. Style director Louise Hilsz has her finger on the pulse when it comes to occasion fashion, especially when our weather offers up four seasons in one day. From feminine pastels to creative chinoiserie, or classic black and white, when dressing for an occasion, Hilsz says the place to start is to define your style. Here’s what’s on trend for spring.

Style director Louise Hilsz photographed on location in Waikiki, Hawaii.

PASTEL

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Verge Lift jacket, $270. Verge Oscar dress, $280. Four Corners Coral Resin chain earrings, $40. Miss Wilson Messenger heel, $289.

CHINOISERIE

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Trelise Cooper Jump To It jumpsuit, $599. Hillier Bartley Floral-print silk kimono, $2630. Gucci Marmont metallic laminate leather slipper, $830. Swarovski Millennium necklace, AU$399.

MONOCHROMATIC

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Juliette Hogan Cindy skirt, $949. Ruby Mirella top, $139. Dyrberg/Kern Celia necklace, $359. Mi Piaci Danika Strappy Sandal, $260.

Thanks to Go Hawaii for assistance on this shoot.