Put some Metallics in your step!

Monday, August 8th, 2011

Hope you guys had a lovely weekend! Thank you so much for giving me tips on how to make great excuses when a creepy guy approaches me. They were really helpful!

How do you guys feel about metallics? I personally love to wear them with nude colors and I don’t think they should be worn only at night. Here are some of my favorites! I love that Anna Dello Russo is never afraid to wear whatever she wants. I really admire her for that. She’s who I aspired to be when I grow up!From Left to right: DVF, Balmain, Rodarte, Cynthia Steffe Fall 2011. I love the idea of wearing metallic to work like these ladies do!

This is how I want to wear my sparkly pants to the office! 1. Helmut Lang Knit Silk Tank $127.50 (http://www.lagarconne.com) 2. Vionnet Draped silk-blend lamé pants $1205.00 (Netaporter.com) 3. Pointed Cat Eye Sunglasses $355.00 (saksfifthavenue.com) 4. Maison Martin Margiela Wool Tuxedo Jacket $1035.00 (Brownsfashion.com) 5.  Havana Crossbody Bag – Orange $48.00 (shopnastygal.com) 6. Mixology NYC Lone Star Steer Ring in Oxidized Silver $75.00 (maxandchloe.com) 7. kate spade new york “Deb” Wedge Pumps $334.00 (Bloomingdales.com)1.ASOS Clean Line Buckle Satchel $43.10 (Gold) 2. ASOS Clean Line Buckle Satchel $43.10 (Pink) 3. L’AUTRE CHOSE Gold Bronze/Smoke Studded Ballerina Flats $157.00 (Stylebop.com) 4.WINIFRED RUCHED FLAT $295.00 (loefflerrandall.com) 5. Whistles Chunky Chain & Suede Bracelet $34.48 (ASOS) 6. METALLIC EDGE OPEN WEAVE COWBOY HAT $38.84

Hope I put a bit of sparkle on your day! xxoxoxoxoo

(Source: Tumblr, Refinery 29, Style.com)



Have a delicious weekend!

Saturday, August 6th, 2011

It’s been a pretty good week for me and although I’m a little stressed about going back to school, I’m so excited to learn new things! I was about to leave my office today when a guy approached me and started a conversation with me. It was uncomfortable because he first said “My Goodness, what a cute little figure you have! Look at you!”. Then he said he’s from Tennessee and how I can probably detect his southern accent and how he has ten siblings and blah..blah..blah…He’s a lot older than I am (I guess in his late thirties) and I’m already too creeped out by his first remark so I just smiled and didn’t say much. I wanted to leave but I didn’t want to be rude so I listened to his ramblings for about 10 more minutes and finally he said we should hang out (No thanks!) and left. How do you guys show a guy that you’re not interested and turn him down politely? I’m really curious because sometimes I don’t know what to do or say!Gorgeous new compaign shot by Garance Dore for Petit Bateau.Love these outfits for my weekend inspirations!What I want to indulge in this weekend..ice cream and strawberry shortcake! 1. The Ashe shirt (Club Monaco) 2. Red Pleated Skirt $69.00 (oasis-stores.com) 3. Brass Knot Necklace $455.00 (charmandchain.com) 4. ASOS Flat Round Tortoiseshell Sunglasses $25.86 5. EDEN SATCHEL BAG $24.95 (factorie.com.au) 6. Slung Shade T-straps $298.00 (Anthropologie.com)

Have a deliciously happy weekend! xoxoxoxooo

(Source:  Refinery 29, Tumblr)



Can’t take my eyes off you…

Thursday, August 4th, 2011

Midweek is always exciting because the weekend is coming so close. Here are some of the looks I feel inspired to wear right now!Can’t take my eyes off this dress! Hand Crochet Maxi Dress $298.00 (Free People)Aren’t they perfect for the weekend? Beautiful casual looks from Swell lookbook!My favorite weekend style inspirations! Did you see those fantastic blue shoes that lady in the jumpsuit is wearing?!

And the best news I’ve heard today is….Zara will be shipping to the US on September 7th! I can’t wait! Have a wonderful Thursday my loves! xoxxooxxoo

(Source: Vogue UK, Mr.Newton, Tumblr)



Easy Breezy Summer Girl

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011

It’s not easy living in Hawaii because we have the craziest weather (I’d like to think so!). Imagine walking down the street and you see the sun is shining and all of a sudden, the downpour comes and you look up and the sun is still shining like it’s nobody’s business! And the wind almost knock you down while you’re trying to figure out what to do.  See? Three things happening at the same time! Rain, Wind and sun! That’s Hawaii for you!

But it’s almost always warm outside so I usually dress in light layers. Here are some of my inspirations….I love how the skirt is blowing in the wind!These three ladies are so smart! The first one knotted her maxi dress at the bottom to show her shoes and the second one makes the night slip dress looks sexy for daytime and the third one makes it appropriate to wear it for the office by pairing it with the jacket. Genius!I want more maxi skirts! More colors too!
1. painted silk maxidress $225.00 (Madewell.com) 2. long tee dress $88.00 (Madewell.com) 3. darling dots dress $158.00 (madewell.com)I love these equipment blouse so much! They’re a must-have for my wardrobe! Equipment Signature Blouse $345.00 (netaporter.com)Perfect skirts to wear for summer, don’t you think? From left to right: 1. stylestalker Floral Print Chiffon Skirt $206.87, 2. ASOS Dip Back Maxi Skirt $68.96 3. ASOS Pleat Maxi Skirt $86.20

Do you guys have crazy weather where you are? How do you dress for dysfunctional weather?

Have an easy, breezy beautiful day my loves! xoxoxoxoxo

(Source: NY Mag, Tumblr)



Animal Instincts

Tuesday, August 2nd, 2011

Animal prints is one of the trends that will always be in style. I love that they’re so versatile and chic! Here are some of my favorites….One of my favorite editorials with animals and the beautiful Anja Rubik.I love how these ladies wore their animal prints!I’m so in love with all three pieces! From left to right: 1. Unif Women’s Dream Dress $122.00 (80s Purple) 2. The Protector Mini Dress $235.00 (Market HQ) 3. Unif Women’s get it leopard skirt $74.00 (80’s purple)Isn’t that bathing suit fabulous? From left to right: 1. ASOS Multi Cut Out Oversize Leopard Suit $24.13 2. ASOS Wet Look Leopard Print Skinny Jeans $68.96 2. ASOS Multi Cut Out Oversize Leopard Suit $24.13 3. Opening Ceremony Silk Long Skirt $305.00 (Shopbop)My favorite animal print pieces! 1. Sabre Vision Runaway Pink Animal Glasses $139.99 (generalpants.com.au) 2. Tibi Leopard Jacquard Strapless Dress $800.00 (flannelsfashion.com) 3. Sela’s Exquisite Silver Tiger Hinge Bangl $54.95 (fantasyjewelrybox.com) 4. Edie purse in Italian calf hair $448.00 (jcrew.com) 5. Sam Edelman “Lorissa” Platform Pumps $225.00 (Bloomingdales.com)

What about you? Do you love animal prints? xoxoxoxxoo

(Source: fashion gone rogue, Tumblr)



Rise & Shine Gorgeous…

Monday, August 1st, 2011

Good morning! Can you believe today is August 1st? Time is literally passing by and I’m getting older every minute. It feels kind of scary at times to think one day you’ll be 50 years old and although it’s still far away, it’s inevitable. I have so many things that I want to do and I can’t wait to start each day doing things that will put me closer to my goals.Such a natural beauty, isn’t she? You may have recognize her instantly because she’s such a fixture on almost every street style blog! Her name is Anne-Catherine and she lives in Paris. She has a cat named Molly and a dog named Speedy. Here are some of my favorite photos of her:She has a style all of her own and I love that she can pull off anything!
I love the way these ladies wear their black pieces!1. Zoe Tees Cash Embellished Knitted Cotton Dress $86.00 (Theoutnet.com) 2. STEFFEN SCHRAUT Green Reptile Print Mesh Skirt $190.00 (Stylebop.com) 3. Faux Leather Belted Satchel with Cross Strap $97.00 (Yesstyle.com) 4. Shelby Bronze Chain Kitten Heel $179.99 (Annetaylor.com) 5. Giles & Brother Metal Choker $168.00 (Intermixonline.com) 6. Panther Print Sunglasses $295.00 (Saksfifthavenue.com)I love couples who dress in similar colors! I like to imagine that that couple on the left grow old together and looks like the couple on the right! That would be so cute!Beautiful shots from L.A based photographer Nicole L.Hill. More here. Have a beautiful start of the week my loves! xoxoxoxoxo

(Source: Venessa Jackman, Ben Trovato, Vogue UK)



Weekend Vibrations!

Saturday, July 30th, 2011

I’ve had a lot of ups and downs this week so it’s good to know that I can relax fully this weekend! I’m planning on going back to school while working full time this year so the coming weeks are going to be busy for me but I like having a lot to do so I’m looking forward to it. What about you? Are any of you guys going back to school? I love these photos by ! So fun and fresh!S’mores Pops! How cool is that?! This will be my weekend snack! Recipe here.

1.TONIA TWIST BACK TEE BLACK $115.00 (Reissonline.com) 2. Black Pleated Skirt $60.00 (oasis-stores.com) 3. Two-Toned Trilby $28.00 (janenorman.co.uk) 4. KENNETH JAY LANE Multi Coral Charms Pendant $122.29 (www.pret-a-beaute.com) 5. Thierry Lasry obsessy sunglasses – blue/green $375.00 (Openingceremony.us) 6. Lorenza Gandaglia Woven Tote $775.00 (http://www.lespommettes.com) Pretty crazy for a straw tote, right?! 7. the atlas sandal $298.00 (Madewell.com)

Have an amazing weekend loves! xoxoxoxox0



Mini, Midi, Maxi

Thursday, July 28th, 2011

When it comes to the length of the dress or a skirt, I always prefer very, very short. But this summer, I don’t mind having a little bit of variety in my closet, at least for the dresses. Long, short or in the middle, these ladies look good in their dresses! My three favorite dresses in different lengths! 1. Surrender Leopard Dress $180.00 (generalpants.com.au) 2. Fair Harven L/A White Crochet Dress $159.95 (generalpants.com.au) 3. CALYPSO St. Barth Tie Neck Maxi Dress $175.00I love how these ladies styled their skirts, especially with a big statement belt!
I can’t say no to a leather skirt! 1. KAIN Washed-silk tank $155.00 (Netaporter.com) 2. Leather Short Skirt $115.00 (Mango.com) 3.Valentino Studded Kitten Heel Sandal $436.83 (nathalieschuterman.com)4. Dannijo Delu Necklace $270.00 (Dannijo.com) 5. ALEXANDER WANG Zip-detailed square-frame acetate sunglasses $390.00 (Netaporter.com) 6. Layla Lock Sling Bag $14.95 (Sportsgirl)

Which one do you like best? Mini, Midi or Maxi?

(Source: Venessa Jackman, Mr.Newton, Tumblr)



Meet my new best friends…

Tuesday, July 26th, 2011

Meet my new best friends…I couldn’t help myself and splurged on a couple of things today. Especially those ASOS skirts!Three of my favorite shorts! From left to right: Nastygal MinkPink Tie-Dye Shorts $78.00, Play Me Leop Zip Shorts $98.00, Shorts from Princess Polly that unfortunately sold out already!I bought these skirts in both colors! Bright and short! Yes! ASOS Neoprene Pleat Skirt $51.72. In the middle is Mink Pink Leopard Maxi Skirt $98.00 from NastyGal.
Aren’t those scallop flats adorable? 1. Merona® Blue Pattern Floppy Hat – Natural $12.99 (Target.com) 2. Orange chain cross body bag $36.00 (River Island) 3. Rosy Stella Cadente Enchanting Underwire bra $49.00 (journelle.com) 4. PEARL STREET STATEMENT NECKLACE $448.00 (KateSpade.com) 5. MONIQUE BLACK SCALLOPED SUEDE PUMPS $56.00 (Topshop) 6. Cacharel Cutler & Gross Circular Lens Sunglasses $525.00 (Openingceremony.us)

What do you think? Do you like my new friends? Have an awesome Tuesday! xoxoxoxo



Comfort + Chic Monday

Monday, July 25th, 2011

I hope all of you had a wonderful weekend! As always on Monday, I’m faced with a dilemma of what to wear to the office. I don’t plan my outfits in advance though..I’m more of a spontaneous dresser. Sometimes it takes me just 5 minutes to decide and sometimes it takes me an hour just picking which underwear to put on! But today, I think I know what I’m going to wear…a sheer white blouse with black tailored pants. Accessory? A silver statement necklace and a bright yellow clutch. Shoes? My tan sandals. Done.

What about you? How long do you take in the morning to get ready? Minus the makeup routine!
I love the idea of wearing a simple white t shirt with comfy, pajama-like pants!Exactly what I would wear to the office….black and white, bright pop of color and denim shorts!Don’t those pants look so comfortable? But comfort doesn’t have to be any less chic!
1. Miu Miu Knitted wool-blend and washed-silk tank $595.00 (Netaporter.com) 2. Cacharel Flower Print Pants $97.14 (Stylepaste.com) 3. Silver leaf collar $24.00 (dorothyperkins.com) 4. Illesteva Leonard 2 Sunglasses $253.00 (lagarconne.com) 5. Asos Leather Metal Panel Across Body Bag $47.00 (ASOS) 6. Badgley Mischka Dusk – Nude $200.00 (heels.com)
This pretty girl works for a very handsome In Style magazine editor Ariel Foxman and she reveals what it’s like to work for her boss. (He sounds pretty cool as she reveals  that he sing along to Lady Gaga and Beyonce in the office.) Read more of this great interview here! Two new models that I love! From left: Karin Savkova from Slovakia and Malte Flierenbaum from Germany.

Have you seen this Heidi Merrick Fall 2011 film? It’s absolutely gorgeous and the music makes you want to prance around in your room and dance!

Have a comfy and chic Monday my loves! xoxooxxoxo

(Source:  Models.com, refinery 29, fashionweekdaily.com)



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