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Add some faux gems to your spring wardrobe with these affordable statement jewelry. The  earrings below caught my attention. I saw “Bachelorette” Jillian Harris wear something similar on “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition”. Florals are huge this spring so wearing floral inspired jewelry is a way to update your look.

Cabochon Gem Necklace $14

Cabochon Earrings $8

Cabochon Gem Ring $8

Cabochon Gem Ring $10

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Nudes and neutrals are big this spring and regardless whether they’re in style or not, the colour is a staple in your fashion closet or beauty collection.

Colours that work with nudes: Almost anything but reds, browns, pinks, blues, black and white work particularly well.

Some budget fashion picks for spring:

Slouchy waist-tie harem pant from Costa Blanca

Cropped Linen Blazer from Forever 21 Canada

Head-to-Toe Neutrals from Joe Fresh Style

Daven Ankle Bootie from Aldo Canada

This drapey draw string-detailed dress is perfect for days when you are pressed for time. Why is it perfect? It does not need accessories. It has enough details to make it look fabulous on its own. Just pair it with the right shoes with our without tights and you can go out of the house looking casual yet stylish. Plus I love the slouchy effect!

Armani Exchange Canada Sport A/X Dress $78 SALE $59

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It’s always nice to see a splash of colour in between clouds of neutrals and pastels. That is why I love this silk dress by Paul & Joe. It would look awesome with silver or gold accessories and a belt.  It can also be worn on its own or as a top.

Paul & Joe Affinite $540 SALE $270

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Add some subdued sparkle to your outfit with these affordable ethnic-inspired metal toned necklaces. These will look fantastic with v-neck/low neck tops, smokey eyes and nude lips.

Metal-toned necklaces from Ardene Canada $14.99

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Naturalizer Canada is having a sale with items discounted up to 80% off.  I found these uber cute sued Mary Janes marked down to $19.99 from $100.

Woo hoo!

I can’t wait to wear these with EVERYTHING that I own.

+ Get an additional 15% off (on top of the sale price) by applying code NTWELL at checkout.

I just tried it and it worked!

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I am currently searching for a pair of silver sandals for my friend Cat’s wedding. I’ll be bearing an a-line aubergine dress that will slightly below the knees. I found these shoes from Spring but I think that it will not go too well with the dress.

The style of the shoe is kind of in the sophisticated/urban/sexy scale. I’d love to wear this with a military inspired dress (hello Mr. Marc Jacobs) or a silk/jersey jumpsuit with the pant legs rolled or folded up mid calf.

Mesick silver sandals from Spring Shoes Canada $39.99 SALE $19.98

How would you wear this? T does not like the necklace too much (too flashy!?!?) but I think that it is very glamorous. I’d love to wear it under a sharp and perfectly tailored pant suit blazer or with an asymmetrical little black dress. I think that this piece is perfect as a focal point jewelry item.

Landvr Fringe Necklace $90 SALE $27 at shopbop.com

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You all know how much I love the lace trend. I absolutely adore this maxi-dress. I think that it is perfect to wear for weddings, over dinner, to a party, almost anything really. I would wear this with wedge heels and a gold cuff bracelet. A cluster of transparent beads might work or a pair of dangling earrings as well. It would look great with hoops and fitted jacket. Denim maybe to dress it down? It will work with a blazer as well.

Rachel Pally Long Shirred Camisole Dress

I think that the overall effect is very sophisticated. Maxi dresses work well with taller frames but with a pair of heels or platforms, us petite women can do some serious damage as well.

Love this dress!

This dress is on sale for $110 (regular $220) at ShopBop

If you are a size L today is your lucky day! I found this fantastic one shoulder dress that can be work in so many ways! With tights, skinny jeans and even a short skirt (with some adjustment). The dress also comes in a peach-coral version but I think that the black version is hotter.

Elizabeth and James One Shoulder Dress $150.00 SALE $75.00 from ShopBop (discounted at 70% off!)

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