SUMMER IS IN THE AIR

Toronto is getting the best weather anyone can imagine especially in March. So it only means one thing... spring cleaning. I can't wait to put away those bulky sweaters and bring out my summer wear and perhaps add a couple of more new pieces to the wardrobe. This summer I think I may continue on with my bohemian chic look especially now that my hair is long enough for the braids. Yes. Indeed, braids galore.

I always thought I knew what's new in fashion but clearly not when someone mentioned to me about Rory Beca for F21! In love with her collaboration with Forever21! It's light and fresh perfect for the summer. Perfect for my bohemian chic look I'm aiming for.

I am in love with the Floating Feather Flounce blouse... it would match perfectly with my long salmon skirt and my roman sandals.  The Sheer Colourblocked Maxi Dress would be perfect for a day on the beach or strolling down Queen West.

And all of these pieces are under $40... what wouldn't you love about that?

Until then...
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Pretty in Pink.

Just recently I am loving bright colours especially the bright magenta! Wouldn't this Draped One Shoulder Dress by Shoshanna just be perfect for your upcoming holiday parties?

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One accented scarf...

Who knew a quick browse through Pacific Mall, a couple of years ago, would lead me to one of my favourite scarves I own and the fact that it was ridiculously cheap is a bonus! What drew me to this scarf was the bold contrasting colours of the reds, blues, greens and yellows - and with the addition of this scarf it just makes any outfit look more vibrant and interesting. Today, I paired the scarf with a wool cardigan from Anthropologie, and a Forever21 buttoned down white blouse.

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Be bold.

The days are getting shorter. The temperature is slowly dropping. There are less sunny days. So it would be normal to just go back into the monochromatic wardrobes because who are we kidding... it's cold and dreary. BUT.... as seen on the runway... it's all about being bold. The colours of summer is carrying into the fall and then winter. It won't be a sea of blacks and whites and betweens instead splashes of primary colours should be spotted. And I love it. I'm not saying to go all out... but an accessory or 2 would just brighten your outfit and it really will make you happier.

A perfect way to make a winter wardrobe (esp. with a black coat, that everyone has) is a nice bold coloured purse. I used to be all about black bags because it goes with everything. But black is just so bluh. Why not go with a bright fuschia purse? Or a royal blue tote?

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