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I've been all about matching tone-on-tone lately.

Case in point: These cool camel joggers paired with a wool coat and simple white add-ons such as a white v-neck tee and classic Vans slip-ons.

I find the look of shades so alluring — and mega chic. Maybe it's all the images I've seen on Instagram and Pinterest of people sporting all-grey looks. And don't even get me started on denim-on-denim.

Consider yourselves warned, I'm going to be getting pretty matchy-matchy in the next few months.

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Full beauty confession: I usually hate getting my hair done.

There's neither a salon horror story in my past nor any good reason, really, for feeling this way.

Except, of course, for the fact that getting my thick, unruly head of hair done usually takes between 2-5 hours to complete —I kid you not — and I absolutely loathe sitting in one place for that long.

Between the colouring, washing, drying and styling — my hair appointments are never an in-and-out thing.  And I always feel so bad for the stylists when me (and my puff-prone hair!) sit down in their chairs for a service.

So, given the above context, it's easy to see why the idea of Schwarzkopf's IGORA Color10 formula, which provides permanent colour in 10 minutes of processing (!!!), appeals to me.

Given my hectic schedule, and my even more hectic hair, the idea that my tresses could be coloured in the time it takes me to paint my nails is nothing short of a miracle.

I had the opportunity to visit Poised Nail Lounge & Spa in Yaletown last week to test out the IGORA Color10 process.

I'm all about finding a routine when it comes to your wardrobe.

I like to think of it as adopting your own personal uniform. And the above items, for me, are some of the closet MVPs that make up my day-to-day, no-brainer looks.

From a great pair of denim such as these Topshop Jaime jeans (which I recently picked up in both black and grey!),  a simple and somewhat cheeky sweatshirt such as this one from Forever 21, and a great pair of boots — which are by my personal favourite Anine Bing — I'm all about padding my wardrobe with classic pieces that work well with a multitude of separates.

I've been leaning more toward bare eyes and look-at-me lips lately, hence the oh-so chic CHANEL Rouge Coco — and if you haven't ever slicked this lipstick on, it's a must-try, trust me.

Finally, how can you go wrong with a structured, carry-all tote such as this one from Gap? Answer: you can't.

And a stylish hat is at the top of my wishlist for spring. In a deliciously deep navy, this Rag and Bone Wide Brim Wool Hat is anything-but ordinary.

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I've always loved hats, but for some reason, I usually feel silly when I wear them.

But despite this downfall, I couldn't help but snap up this two-tone wool hat from H&M when I spotted it in-store.

Truth be told, I saw it earlier this year in a lookbook and mentally earmarked it for spring purchasing ... but, I digress.

Paired with oversized cat-eye frames and a simple turtleneck midi dress, I feel like I look less silly and much more stylish. #success

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Here's another outfit post from my California vacation. See what I meant when I said I was Coachella vibin' when I packed for this trip?

But full fashion confession: I'm OBSESSED with this dress. It's comfortable, chic and the high collar gives it a touch of something unexpected.

I'm quite certain this floral frock will be on heavy repeat in my wardrobe playlist this spring and summer.

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I know, I know ... I said that Mondays were going to be for makeup reviews, but I couldn't wait another day to share one of my favourite looks from my recent holiday in Palm Springs.

Call it a So.Cal fashion fever or being Coachella-crazed, but all I wanted to wear during my sun-soaked vacation were festival-inspired frocks like this lace number.

Paired with foot-friendly flatforms and an easy crossbody bag, I was able to explore the holiday hotspot, while forcing my sister to take a few outfit photos of me along the way. :P

The trip, which we took to celebrate my eldest sister's birthday, was such a much-needed break for me. I have been feeling so much anxiety lately about work, my blog, etc., so it was nice to get away from it all for a few days. Clear my head, do some shopping, eat some In N Out burger. You know ...

Check out the video at the bottom of this post for more highlights from our California trip.

Happy Monday and thank you, as always, for stopping by.

From metallic sneakers to surf-ready sandals spotted on the streets — Spring 2015 is all about understated updates.

So when my fab fellow fashion blogger Marissa of the San Francisco-based blog Makin' it with Marissa and I decided to put together a pair of posts featuring our favourite closet staple that has been re-imagined for spring, we both quickly agreed on the classic white button-up.

If there's one workhorse in virtually every woman's wardrobe, it's a chic and simple oxford shirt. And this season, the tried-and-true top has been remixed in updates that are making this timeless piece anything but ordinary.

So what's my favourite take on the trend? I'm head over heels for either a cropped, short-sleeved iteration — or the borrowed-from-the-boys, tunic shape, as seen above.

I love this cut of boyfriend blouse with a pair of skinny jeans or trim ankle trousers and oxfords like these ones from J.Crew. Whether left slightly undone or buttoned up with a sleek silk bow from Saint Laurent (in love!!), a structured bag such as this Auxiliary by Aritzia Bega Satchel is a must.

Finally, I would touch off this classically stylish set with a pair of faux pearl earrings inspired by Dior (but oh-so affordable at less than $20!) by Tresor Creations.

There you have it, my top take on the white-hot oxford update!

You don't want to miss what Marissa put together, so head on over to her blog to take a look!

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Regardless of whether or not the weather is finally allowing it to be spring, I'm already embracing white pants.

I love how much fashion has relaxed in recent years. No more rules about wearing white, mixing colours, or mixing prints. It's literally like we've thrown all the stiff, stuffy rules out the sartorial window.

And that's why I am a-OK with wearing snow white pants pretty much year round. That, and because I want to. #norules

Happy Wednesday — and don't forget to check back next week as I post my outfits from Palm Springs!