The Best of March 2021
March is the time for a change. New Year’s resolutions are long forgotten about and the excitement for summer is beginning to settle in. This month my purchases were in high anticipation of the life I will (hopefully) be living once the semester is over and the weather gets better. All links to specifically mentioned products can be found at the bottom of this article!
My most worn purchase is my sky blue Aritzia shorts and set. Recently, blue has been my obsessional colour of the month and I have spent hours combing through websites looking for summer sweatsuits. The shorts come in varying lengths, the zip-up hoodie might be the most comfortable thing on the planet (no longer available in the colour I purchased - sky blue), and the matching bra-style crop top pulls everything together for a chic study fit.
Every spring returns the popularity of flowy dresses out of the excitement of changing seasons and blooming flowers. This year is no exception. Every popular brand is releasing new pastel collections featuring floral designs and sundresses. While florals for spring are, in the words of Miranda Priestly, groundbreaking; swap out the collection for a single print and focus your attention and money on solid colours with distressed detailing or scalloped hems. In the links towards the end, I have selected 3 variations that are perfect for the in-between timing of final exams and patio season.
Another preparing for summer staple is slide sandals. Sold at most retailers, slides inspired summer sandals are selling out everywhere from Nordstroms to Urban Outfitters or Zara. I am still waiting to find my perfect pair, but a large majority of my March research went into selecting the perfect pre-summer shoes. While I have a preference for a plain tan style, I have attached some of the current most popular models.
March’s beauty favourite is the INC under-eye masks. This self-care product is available at Sephora and is a must for everyone stressed about exams and looking for a little glitter to put some pep in their steps. On the cheaper end, given the amount you receive, this product is great for my fellow students who want to relax and feel good without breaking the bank.
This spring it is clear that high top sneakers are finally back and better than ever. While I personally stick to my grade 12 basketball team shoes and converse, there are a million new combinations excluding the ability to customize. So my take on this is, forget about your Air Force 1s and check out the Nike SB Zoom Blazer Mid Premiums.
My go-to summer must-have will forever and always be a new Frankie’s Bikinis set. Although expensive for swimwear, the quality is fantastic to the point where the set I bought 5 years ago is still my go-to every summer. This year their collections are focus on 70s style prints which compliment every skin tone. For those looking to invest in a stylish, unique, and durable bathing suit for anything from beach lounging to pool parties, these are the pieces to go for.
Links:
Aritzia set: https://www.aritzia.com/en/product/cozy-fleece-mega-3%22-sweatshort/82355.html?dwvar_82355_color=8430&dwvar_82355_size=138 , https://www.aritzia.com/en/product/tnalife%E2%84%A2-bra-top/77348.html?dwvar_77348_color=8430&dwvar_77348_size=138 , https://www.aritzia.com/en/product/cozy-fleece-boyfriend-zip-up-hoodie/79789.html?dwvar_79789_color=19795
Dresses: https://www.aritzia.com/en/product/sidonie-dress/78132.html?dwvar_78132_color=17232 , https://www.garageclothing.com/ca/p/lia-tie-front-dress-/1000652163S2.html , https://www.urbanoutfitters.com/shop/uo-laura-tiered-maxi-dress?category=dresses&color=060&type=REGULAR&quantity=1
Slide Sandals: https://www.nordstrom.com/s/gucci-rubber-logo-platform-slide-sandal-women/5666362?origin=category-personalizedsort&breadcrumb=Home%2FWomen%2FShoes%2FSandals%2FSlide&color=493 , https://www.urbanoutfitters.com/shop/uo-chloe-espadrille-sandal?category=shoes-for-women&color=066&type=REGULAR&quantity=1 , https://www.urbanoutfitters.com/shop/dr-martens-francis-leather-strap-platform-sandal?category=shoes-for-women&color=001&type=REGULAR&quantity=1 , https://www.zara.com/ca/en/heeled-quilted-sandals-p12303810.html?v1=102882152
Nike’s: https://www.nike.com/ca/t/sb-zoom-blazer-mid-skate-shoe-Fl1qfb/DA1839-300
Frankie’s Bikinis: https://frankiesbikinis.com/pages/summer-2021