Q&A: COMFORTABLE/ CHIC TRAVEL

Today, I've dedicated this to the travelers who want to stay comfortable for that long trip while staying chic. So I've created my first Q&A to inspire those who want to find something that will be their go-to comfy travel attire. Croc-leather, stripes & great sunnies you can't go wrong here! 

Get the look...

Lanvin Crocodile effect hi-top

Moncler wool drawstring trouser

Alexander Wang Pelican satchel bag
James Perse Ribbed tank top
Karen Walker Eyewear Super Duper Sunglasses
Marc by Marc Jacobs Oda Mae stripe jacket (on sale!)

PERSONAL PICKS - SUIT UP

When in doubt, suit it! I created this suit pick so you could create your own buzz. This is what you call a power suit (for the ladies). Power color, power accessories & power confidence when you wear an outfit like this. It's classic with a twist of fun colors and edgy accessories to make it more assessable and fun. You could wear this outfit practically anywhere and at anytime. It's practical for work, day shopping, grabbing lunch with the girls, or even at night getting cocktails & dinner. It's versatile, just like how everything in your closet should be.

Paper London Cigarette Trousers in turquoise

Paper London Moka Jacket in turquoise

Paper London Piped Raglan Shirt flame

Chloe Bettina embellished rectangular resin ring

Gianvito Rossi Rose Gold pumps

Valentino Rockstud patent leather clutch

SUMMER SALE PICKS - GET THE LOOK

Summer sale picks for a gal who is a smart shopper. Reduced prices certainly makes any shopping experience extremely pleasant. I've picked out a summer look that will make you comfortable with what you're wearing and how much you still have left in your wallet (always a plus). Stripes, leather, knits, & great sunnies make this look absolutely perfect. 

Shop the look...

Raoul laser cut leather jacket

Sea cotton linen stripe shorts

Linda Farrow thick square acetate & leather sunglasses

Anne Vest Perforated leather top

Missoni Metallic knit slippers

J Dauphin Cosmic moon and stars necklace

PAPER LONDON AW 13 LOOKBOOK

       

Ph: Paper London

Paper London's AW 13 lookbook is a complete and utter dream. Everything is impeccably made with such love. It shows through in the details, fabrics, and design that any woman would fantasize about. I hope every woman will be day dream about this undeniable collection like I am today. 

Ahh what a dream!

PERSONAL PICKS - DAY TO NIGHT

Today's personal pick reminds me of a great shopping day outfit. A white A-line skirt, crop bra top, Prada tote & all the right accessories to compliment an already amazing look. The color combination goes so well together & this to me is a perfect day outfit with the coat and easily transformed to night with the a leather biker jacket and Saint Laurent clutch. (Tadaaa...) Just like that you're a different woman with a different agenda.

Get the look...

Prada Glicine Tote (on sale!)
Steve Madden Lipsrvce Sandal

Topshop White Jacquard Organza A-line Skirt
Eddie Borgo Gemstone Cone Cuff
Dezso Small Polki Stud
Esteban Cortazar Pleated Lame Bra Top
Zara Combined Coat (different color)

PERSONAL PICKS - EDGY YET SEXY

Here is a look I created that will make heads turn (in a good way, of course!). You have a little bit of everything that will definitely work in your favor. The go to black and white get up and a touch of neon, leather, suede, & sophisticated pearls to wrap up one edgy yet sexy look. Now this, is what I call a fabulous outfit.

Get the look...

Jimmy Choo Lance neon patent leather sandals

Fanny Lyckman for Estradeur Nice Boobs Bustier

Long Jersey Tube Skirt

Viparo Black Cropped Sleeve Leather Biker Jacket

Saint Laurent Suede Logo Clutch

Carolee A Pearl Affair Pink & gold Necklace

LIGHT BLUE

Gioia June 2013
Photographs taken by Bruno Barbazan

Astrid Baarsma in Gioia June 2013 spread, "Light Blue" looked cool just like the color scheme of this editorial shoot. Dressed for day with blues and whites gives it a lighter feel of how the day will be. Am I really saying that what you're going to wear for the day will alter how your day is going to go?
Yes I am!
Of course, it's only fashion logic that what you wear is going to change what will happen that day. Starting out the day, trying to decide what to wear and obviously you're throwing on who you're going to be that day to accommodate one of your many moods. So to tie in with this spread, the suns out and it only calls for jeans, shorts, cool hues and cover ups just in case it gets a bit chilly.

SAINT LAURENT CRUISE 2014

Ph: Vogue Paris

Saint Laurent Cruise 2014 Lookbook 

Oh Hedi! I'm just obsessing all over again, I keep falling in love with Hedi Silmane's designs. Everyone knows by now that Silmane has given Saint Laruent a new makeover, an edgier rock n' roll feel that everyone has been crazy about. Every detail in each jacket alone has revealed a message (yes, a message) that "I have arrived and I just don't give a f***" attitude. Yet, with the right styling and pairing they could have a completely different message. They're impeccably made with a rock star quality. Every single stitch and every single metal detail tells you a story of who this woman is when she wears his clothes. Maybe it's Kate Moss, maybe it's Erin Wasson, or maybe it's you! So I say it's time to write your own story.

Now, on to rest...I adore everything! The see-through tops, pants, shorts, dresses, and of course the bags. The YSL tassel bag has caught my eye for some time now and I'm in love. It's no surprise that I like a minimal simplistic look and with my bags I feel the exact same way. To me, when you wear a bag like that you're telling everyone that you know exactly what you want and you're going to be direct & to the point about it (she ain't messin' around).

ALEXA CHUNG | HOUSE OF HOLLAND DINNER

Alexa Chung at the House of Holland pre Spring/Summer 2014 collection dinner in New York. 

Alexa showed support by wearing a House of Holland skirt, Mulberry bag, & a leather biker jacket (to give it that little something).

I truly love the 50's to mid 60's style and this here is something I'm extremely fond of. A sophisticated look with leather twist of a biker jacket, simply well put together. Absolutely love it!

KAROLINA | WHITE

Karolina Kurkova in NYC 

Errands, wet hair, and all white & silver. Absolutely adore an all white ensemble. 

Karolina Kurkova in Cannes

Heading to Roberto Cavalli's yacht, wearing everything white and a touch of cream. She looks absolutely effortless and simple. Her outfit just screams simple day chic or in this case "yacht chic," as I like to call it. 

THE TRANSFORMER

Vogue China June 2013

Photographed by the renowned french photographer, Patrick Demarchelier.

This editorial story was called "The Transformer," showing Cara transforming throughout the spread with Gucci & Louis Vuitton (to name a few).
I'm loving this 70s feel!