Colour Trends

Colour Trends:

Well, my first year of university is completed! Since I've been home (and unpacking my over-abundance of clothing), I've been thinking about what my upcoming spring/summer wardrobe will look like. Here are my three favourite colour trends right now (although, of course, I'm a true believer in wearing whatever you love!).

BLUSH:

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First up is not only my favourite trending colour but also my absolute favourite colour, period. Anyone who knows me or has gone shopping with me knows that I refer to this nude, blush tone as "my colour". I like this hue because of it's sophistication - it's pink without being "barbie", "baby" or "bright" pink. To me, blush pink says "feminine yet in charge" - and who doesn't want to convey that message?! You can find this colour everywhere, in every assortment of garments and it goes with just about any other neutral. Definitely a light summer colour to add to your closet. Needless to say, I could go on all day. 

Pale Blue:

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Pale blue has been popping up everywhere. This colour is a little trickier, as you want to find a pale blue and not necessarily too blue. If you know you're colours (or nail polish names...?), I think of this hue as a very very washed out periwinkle blue. It's almost a powder, and as such acts as a neutral. This colour can be added to many outfits and is easy to incorporate, especially since faded denim can resemble it. This colour is perfect because it's stands out and yet can be paired alongside other colours. This pale blue would be beautiful with a white denim for summertime.

Light Gray:

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Are you sensing a theme within these colour schemes??? Ok, I do love the lighter colours for spring and summer but I think that's fairly standard after having such a dark and dreary Toronto winter. The slightly gray shades and silver tones are so beautiful and a (slightly) different take on white for summer. Overall, I think gray is a universal colour and the lighter tones are minimalistic and clean looking... 'nough said.

PLAYLIST:

Jackie and Wilson - Hozier

Coming Over - Kygo & Dillon Francis Feat. James Hersey

Lust List | Spring Slides

Spring Slides:

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1. OPENING CEREMONY - MAZZY SLIDE ($235)

First up on the spring lust list are these beautiful slide-on sandals by Opening Ceremony. I first saw these shoes backstage at the Mass Exodus Fashion Show and fell in love. The pair I saw was in a light pink colour and since Opening Ceremony can do no evil in the name of shoes, I was seriously impressed. The sandal also comes in a light yellow-green colour which is surprisingly pleasing. I love the minimalistic nature of the sandal and the flat square toe. The leather ruffles create a "techno" look which can either be played up in many genres (feminine, edgy, etc.). The obvious downfall on this item is the price tag... I'll keep dreaming.

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2. J. CREW - HARPER MULES ($150)

These slip-ons are so minimal and stylistic that they would go with absolutely anything. I've been loving the pointy-toe trend in shoes lately. These are exactly like the classic d'Orsay style flat but instead there is no back to it. I think the backless element makes this pair look a lot more stylish and sophisticated, whereas the classic d'Orsay style could be mistaken for a ballet flat. 

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3. STEVE MADDEN - POKE SANDAL ($109)

Two things I love about these shoes; the wide double straps and the short chunky heel. These shoes would be so easy to dress up and down and the white leather is so clean. `

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4. Fendi - Palette Leather Sandal ($695)

THE ULTIMATE. Of course these are beyond my price range but they are so amazing. I've never been a fan of Birkenstock style sandals (I realize I just offended 80% of the people I know), but these are pretty cool. With my favourite blush pink colour in a soft, buttery leather, these shoes would constitute a pass on my no-Birks rule (if only my wallet became magically fatter overnight).