If we told you that short-sleeved maxi dresses were going to be a must have for Spring [1], you might not believe us. We get it; they're not always sexy, sometimes actually dowdy-looking, and there doesn't seem to be anything particularly fresh or exciting about them. To that we say, you just need to see the outfits in action on Behati Prinsloo [2] and Lily Aldridge to be convinced.

The VS Angels [3] were out in LA on Tuesday doing some shopping — and a little twinning — in their short-sleeved button-front maxi dresses, cool shades, and chic flats. The trick you see is all in accessorizing. Each transformed the basic into something street style worthy with the addition of eye-catching details, like Behati's studded flats or Lily's floral-embossed bag. Now, imagine switching up your own maxi with lace-up sandals one day, a pair of chic block heels the next — then try telling us it's not a new essential. Read on to see how the supermodels [4] are making this a must have, then shop the pieces to re-create their perfect Spring looks.

Behati outfitted her silky maxi with a cool-girl choker, Alexander Wang studded flats and studded bag to match.

Lily gave her white maxi a lift with Jenni Kayne mules and bright floral-embossed bag.