What to buy:
A Floral Midi Skirt: Did anyone ever tell Beyoncé that midi skirts were just for ladies with sticks for legs? No, they did not because she knows that a hip-hugging pencil skirt paired with high strappy heels is enough to emphasize the sexy curve of a calf and make us feel dizzy with love. Choose one in a dense stretchy fabric and you’ll hide all kinds of sins (and be able to walk a block, not that the star ever has to). Midi Floral Skirt, $46.95 (USD), available at the New York & Company Outlet at the Fashion Outlets of Niagara; Aldo Ibenama Sandals, $44.98, aldoshoes.com
A Silky Blouse: If you’re feeling brave and want to mix things up like Beyoncé, pair that floral print skirt with an edgier top like this silky black and white number from J.Crew. Do make sure to keep hair and makeup simple or you could risk a Nicki Minaj moment. If one pattern in an outfit is enough for you (and that’s totally fine, Beyoncé doesn’t judge), then go with a cream short-sleeved top with clean lines. But please don’t forget to tuck it in or you’ll lose that hour-glass look. J.Crew Silk Petal-Sleeve Top, $102 (USD), jcrew.com
A Neutral Lipstick: Bey has a fresh-faced natural glow and she knows it. This is a gal who never goes overboard with her makeup, playing up one feature at a time (eyes or lips). A mixed-patterned outfit like this one is best worn with a nude coloured lipstick that subtly makes your lips shine without being too distracting. Sephora Collection Rouge Cream Lipstick, $15.50 sephora.com
A Pair of Tortoise Shell Sunglasses: Blink and you’ll miss ‘em: You’ll never see Beyoncé in the same pair of sunglasses twice. Her collection of eyewear is substantial, and these chic cat eye pair are our favourites so far. A little bit retro with a whole lot of style, tortoise shell frames are the LBD of glasses – they’re fabulous for any occasion. Cat Eye Sunglasses, $25.64, ASOS.com