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Dainty Outfit: Ikat Print Harem Pants

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One of my favourite spring trends has to be the printed pant. I have floral denim, paisley pedal pushers, geo-print trousers and this fun pair of Ikat print harem pants.

What’s IKAT? It’s a tribal print style that lends itself well to summer fashion – I always see lots of ikat print on summer bags, hair accessories and maxi dresses, but I decided to go for it with ikat pants! I’m a big fan of lightweight tapered (or elasticized ankle) trousers for spring, so when I saw this harem style at M for Mendocino I just had to try them on.

Ikat Print Harem Pants

I usually shy away from harem pants or “drop-crotch” styles because they have a tendency to over emphasize my hips and bum (or garner strange looks at the office), but this particular pair is only slightly loose in the crotch with subtle pleats that make the harem style a little more dressy.

The black and white print makes it easy to style these ikat harem pants with pretty much anything! I chose to wear a sleeveless black hi-low blouse with metal toe-cap pumps, black and gold accessories and a neon yellow handbag for a pop of colour. Chic neon accessories for spring make it easy to add colour to monochromatic looks or play with colour blocking.

Ikat Print Harem Pants

Pants: M for Mendocino, Blouse: Jacob, Shoes: Aldo, Purse: Target, Bracelets: Biko Jewellery, Sunglasses: Joe Fresh

What do you think of my ikat print harem pants? CLICK HERE to see how the other StyleList Canada Style Council members styled the trend! How would you wear it?

Ikat Print Harem Pants
Ikat can be incorporated into your spring/summer wardrobe so many ways! Click to see more!

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How to Wear: Monochrome

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Monochrome saturated the runways at World MasterCard Fashion Week so it came as no surprise when FASHION Magazine recently asked Style Panel experts about the trend:

Monochrome has been trending since last fall -
Aside from wearing all black, what are your tips for pulling this look off?

CLICK HERE to see how the other Style Panel experts and I responded.

For some reason, my initial thoughts on monochrome go straight to the 90′s – power suits in bold colours, shoulder pads, feathered hair and everything matching right down to the nail polish. I know there are more recent takes on the trend, but Designing Women always comes to mind…

Monochrome
Love Designing Women – but I’m not ready to relive 90′s monochrome

Steer clear of the shoulder pads and remember that monochrome doesn’t have to mean one solid colour, in the same fabric with matching accessories – outfits can include different shades within the same colour family. It’s certainly easier to pull off the monochrome trend with all black or white ensembles and I love a dress in a solid colour as much as the next girl, but I decided to tackle this challenge a little differently…

Monochrome

Okay, so it’s not 100% monochrome, but it’s close! I paired a bright pink pleated skirt with a soft pink blazer for a fresh and feminine look. Both pinks compliment each other and I broke it up with a graphic tee and some classic black and gold accessories.

Blazer: Jacob, Skirt: M for Mendocino, T-Shirt: Dynamite, Shoes: Aldo, Necklace: Minling Pan Studio, Handbag: Rebecca Minkoff, Sunglasses: Joe Fresh

If you’re not sure about the monochrome trend, try different shades of the same colour or break up the uniformity with contrasting textures. You can also break up the monotony with prints in the same colour family – check out my blazer styled with floral jeans and various pink accessories!

Monochrome

I’m loving pastel monochrome for spring, so I don’t think I’m done experimenting with this pretty pink blazer yet! Find a colour you love and play with different shades, textures and prints for a monochromatic look that’s truly your own!

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World MasterCard Fashion Week: Day 4

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Passed the half way point at World MasterCard Fashion Week and Day 4 gave us another evening of fabulous shows to look forward to! I woke up feeling fabulous – excited about the shows, my outfit and the fact that my straight hair from Day 3 was surprisingly still in tact!

World MasterCard Fashion Week
Photo by George Pimentel/Getty Images for IMG

I had a hectic day at the office so I wasn’t able catch the Matthew Gallagher show in the studio space at 4pm. I checked out the photos and it looks like there were definitely a few dainty dresses that I would’ve loved in his fall collection! I did manage to catch the rest of the shows so keep reading for my thoughts, photos and more!

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Dainty Outfit: Leopard Print Sweetie

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Leopard print doesn’t always have to be “fierce” or sexy. It can be playful and sweet too!

I found this dress at Smart Set last year and instantly fell for the soft, subdued leopard print and the feminine shape. It’s sleeveless with a gathered elasticized waist, billowy full skirt and the lining is stretchy and comfortable underneath the sheer printed overlay. The button up collar is cute and gives me endless options for fun collar candy like this gorgeous Shop For Jayu necklace.

Leopard Print Dress
Leopard print doesn’t always have to be sexy, it can be sweet too!

I love pairing leopard print with a bold accent colour so I topped this dainty dress with a bright red cropped waterfall blazer! I anchored the look with black opaque tights, lace up booties and a simple black handbag. It’s leopard print that you can wear to the office too!

Feels very wholesome yet stylish girl next door to me! What do you think?

Dress and Handbag: Smart Set, Blazer: Jacob, Shoes: Nine West, Necklace: Shop For Jayu, Bracelets: Biko Jewellery

Dainty Outfit: Pink and Polka Dots!

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Last week, when it was -15 with the wind chill here in Toronto, I wore an open shoulder pink blouse and a pleated mini skirt with polka dots! You may think I’m crazy, but I had picked out my outfit the night before, realized the frigid temperatures once I woke up and just went with it! Trying to choose a new outfit in the morning can be chaotic and I just didn’t have time for that. I did of course  have time to grab a sweater and warm outerwear for my commuting needs :)

I’ve had these pieces in my closet for over a year, but I’ve never worn them together. At first I thought that the tunic-length of the blouse and the flared pleated mini skirt would result in an unflattering A-line shape, but I love the way it turned out! The length and billowy style of the blouse floated perfectly above the mini skirt and the sheer material allowed the cute little polka dots to peek through! Moo-moo risk averted!

Polka Dots
Dainty Pink and Polka Dots!

I love the billowy boho-chic shape these pieces created together and the sweetness of pink and polka dots! I opted for silver accessories and contrasted the dainty with my favourite moto boots. I love those unexpected combinations that extend my wardrobe…this one’s a keeper!

What do you think of my pink and polka dots look?

Blouse: M for Mendocino, Skirt: Jacob, Boots: Vince Camuto from Town Shoes, Necklace: LOFT, Purse & Watch: Michael Kors