[Chelsae Anne Photography]

Blouse: Marshalls $34.99 (c/0)/Shorts: Marshalls $29.99 (c/0)/Sandals: Marshalls $39.99 (c/o)/Clutch: Francesca’s Collection $38/Necklace: Charming Charlie $20/Earrings: Francesca’s Collection $14

Designers can’t get enough of pastel palettes – they seem to have popped up everywhere this spring on the runways. Like the designers, I’ve kind of fallen in love with this sugary sweet trend too because it’s so timeless, feminine and easy to pair. Concerned you’ll look like the Easter Bunny? Don’t be. Since this is one of the few trends that can be worn head-to-toe in the same color, you can go for it and experiment with different textures and fabrics to give a classic yet sophisticated vibe.

 Try pairing a blouse in a pastel shade with something floral, like these shorts from Marshalls for $39.99. Add a twist with an oversized statement necklace and tie it all in with neutral sandals to place the emphasis on the girly shade and to give the illusion of long, lean legs.

So go off my fellow-fashionistas and peel off those darker hues, make an excuse to be super girly and try this trend (that’s perfect for lunching and working) out this season.

Xo, Stephanie