Once again pastels are going to be big for spring (I say going to be because even though it’s technically spring, it doesn’t QUITE feel like it out there yet) and I’m not complaining about it one bit. I’ve always been a big lover of everything pastel. I love how soft and girly they are, and they always remind me of Easter eggs, flowers, pretty dresses, and everything I loved about this time of year as a child. Although pastels in general come around every springtime, this year there’s one colour that’s sticking out more than the others.. and that’s dusty blue. Everywhere I go, and every shop I enter I’m seeing dusty blue and I just can’t get enough of it. To me it almost looks like a pastel blue mixed with lavender, and it’s just oh so pretty.
I’ve already picked up a few dusty blue pieces as seen here thanks to Winners (aka. my kryptonite of a store) and I know I’m definitely going to be adding a few more pieces into my wardrobe before the season is over. The shirt was $50, and I fell in love with it right away. I love that the off the shoulder trend is sticking around, and I really like how this is a more structured version of the off the shoulder style. It’s quickly become my favourite shirt and I think I’ve already worn it a handful of times in the span of two weeks! Of course when I spotted this bag that couldn’t match it more perfectly – I just couldn’t resist. It was only $50 too!
The thing I love most about Winners (other than the fact that it’s like digging for treasure – and always feels just as rewarding) is everything is so affordable. It’s the one store I know I can get quality pieces to update my wardrobe without breaking the bank. Plus they always have such cute things! Their spring selection right now is so on point… and even better? They just opened up a location at One York Street. Literally within a two block radius of my condo. I don’t know if this is a really good thing or really bad (ok, just bad for my wallet lets be honest lol). By the way I spotted this top there today when I was checking out their store opening so if you’re wanting to snag it for yourself head over there ASAP, I doubt it’ll last long!
The last thing I wanted to quickly point out is the nail polish I’m wearing, which of course happens to be a dusty blue too. It’s Essie gel couture in “Once Upon a Time”, and I couldn’t be more in love with it (and the whole gel couture line to be honest!). I never thought I would be one to wear blue polish but there’s something so romantic and soft about this shade. I’ve always been the kind of gal who finds painting her nails more of a hassle than anything… but Essie gel couture lasts a minimum of 7 days without chipping which is totally worth the effort of applying it in my books! If you’re a lazy gal like me who doesn’t like the effort of painting your nails on the regular.. Essie gel couture is the polish for you!
Hope you enjoy this springtime outfit in my favourite colour of the moment! <3
As if I could take springtime outfit photos without flowers!
How pretty are these Violet & Brooks earrings?
My new favourite polish line – Essie Gel Couture. Aka a lazy girl’s nail polish dream.
In case you’re wondering where I took these pics – we snapped them in the CUTEST little refurbished vintage shop called “The Apartment” on the East end. Everything there is just so charming and oh so adorable. If you’ve never been – I highly recommend popping by sometime!
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What colour can you not get enough of this spring? I would love to hear in the comments below! <3
What I Wore:
Top – Winners // Jeans – Winners // Bag – Winners // Marina Tassel Earring – Violet & Brooks // Nail Polish – Essie Gel Couture in “Once Upon a Time” // Shoes – Day Vine Shoes // Lipstick – Buxom Cosmetics Va Va Plump in “Pin up Plum”
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Wishing you all a Happy Wednesday,
With love,
Hi Kirsten, what beautiful photography. Can you tell me what lens was used and if you used flash fill?
Love your work!
Hi David, thanks so much! For these photos I believe I used a 45mm lens for my Olympus pen. Did not use flash fill, not even sure what that is!
Wonderful photo’s. You are so beautiful. The dusty blue definitely looks amazing on you! It does look dusty blue with a blend of lavender. The structured off the shoulder look is perfect! Your nail polish, earrings, and bag are a great finish for this incredible outfit. You have a natural touch for piecing together an outfit. Your content with your great photo’s, keeps a person interested all the way to the end. Thank You for taking the time to post these incredible blogs, and Thank You for getting me in the mood for spring………even though it does not look like spring……LOL!!!!!
Awh thanks Donna! Your comments always brighten my day!! It’s sadly not feeling like spring anymore in Toronto either.. we’re expecting snow this week! But at least we can start incorporating bright and fun springy colors to lift our moods :). Thanks for your continued support <3
I adore the dusty blue trend right now! It’s so spring! I love how you found the perfect earrings to compliment this outfit. They are too perfect. 🙂
-Emily http://www.coatandcoffee.com
Thanks Emily!! I’m so in love with the earrings. Violet & Brooks has so many cute things!
Omg this look is so pretty! I love that shade of blue! You look so cute!
Nicole / http://www.nicolegramcko.com
Thanks so much Nicole! Isn’t this shade the prettiest? Hope you get to incorporate it into your wardrobe this spring 🙂
I love this spring color
Such amazing outfit!
Much Love,
Jane | The Bandwagon Chic
Thanks so much Jane! It’s such a beautiful color isn’t it 🙂
This is such a great shade for you! I love that color too. You’re pics are so cute!
Katie
http://www.lavieencolor.com
Awh thanks so much for stopping by Katie! Glad you enjoyed
Your photos are beautiful! They’re so bright and colourful, and this whole post really gets me in the mood for spring! I’m looking forward to wearing more yellow in the coming months. I adore the colour but I don’t own enough of it. Oh well, will have to remedy that haha!
Sneha | lifewithsneha.com
Yellow is definitely one color I don’t own a lot of either – but it’s such a great bright and sunny color! So glad you enjoyed :).
Pastels are definitely my faves this season! Love how you combined these shades and the nailpolish is gorg.
xx Simone
Little Glittery Box
Thank you Simone! Pastels are totally my favorites too. And they go so good with white!
Hi Kristen! I’m also in love with the pastel colors! There are such amazing options in the Spring collections from this season. Love your outfit it looks great on you, and the photos are great as always. I can’t decided which color I like the most, maybe blue or pink 😉 xoxo Joana
http://chiceveryweek.com/
Awh thanks so much Joana! I’m definitely super into pink right now too :). I’m just so happy its spring and we can play around with all the fun colors
This is so beautiful. I love the dusky blue colour.
Gemma x
http://www.jacquardflower.uk
Thanks so much Gemma!
That outfit is so cute! I love the blue top.
http://sugarcoatedbears.blogspot.com/
Thanks so much lovely!
Perfect dear!!! Love the colors you wearing!
kiss
Chiara – http://shesinfashionblog.com
Thanks so much Chiara!!
I love pastels for spring! This top is so cute. Especially with your white.
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
I’m so glad you like it!
I do love this muted blue- especially with white!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
It’s such a great combo!
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So cool outfit!!
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Dear Kirsten, first of all your smile steals the scene to everything else in the picture! However, the dusty blue items you are wearing are super cute and compliment your complexion. I will look for some dusty blue pieces myself! Love, Valeria
Awh you’re so sweet, thanks Valeria! Glad you liked xox
Hi my friend!
I love this trend! Dusty blue is just perfect for spring! Your bag is so cute and your happiness is so infectious! Another fab post!
Love, Dom
Thanks so much Dom!
Lovely post !!! Me too a lover of pastels ❤
Loved everything about your post from your top to your shoes 😍
Awh thanks so much girly! Glad you liked it
So cool outfit!! I love your style and thanks for your post
I think i need put “Dusty Blue” in my wishlist in this Spring
xoxo
daisy | kickshere
You absolutely should! I bet the shade would look great on You 🙂
Dusty blue is one of my favorite colors ever! But specially for Spring!
Loving the nails, your top, the bag… How you styled this whole look is perfection!
Also, super cute pics with the flowers 🙂
XO
Aimara
http://www.waysofstyle.com
Awh thanks Aimara!! It’s such a pretty color, I’m totally obsessed with it right now!
I love this shade! Especially paired with crisp white
michellespaige.com
Me too girl! Such a great combo
All the pieces of this outfit are so beautiful and unique,
I totally love this dusty blue combination!
Marie,
Spring Dresses
Awh thanks girly!! Glad you like it 🙂
Oh how CUTE are your pastel picks here! I am in love with this blouse and it matches the nail polishes perfectly – this is my favorite line from ESSIE btw 🙂
xx, Carmen – http://carmitive.com
Isn’t the line so good?? I can’t believe how long it lasts before chipping. And thanks so much girly!!!
I love love Winners! I mean who doesn’t? This ice storm is making me want to go binge shop at winners right now. I saw your picks on your Instagram stories and fell in love with a few pieces!
xxxx
http://www.thenewgirl.me
Winners is my all time fave, it’s aeriously like hunting for treasure! We should go on a Winners date soon xox
The most beautiful Spring post ever my darling! How gorgeous is dusty blue on you my darling?! LOOOOVE the smile too… So cute!
Tatyana x
LAFOTKA
This color is absolutely to die for!