There's different ways to pull of a comfortable look without looking like you just got out of bed. In my world, it has to be the perfect combination of lose-fitting clothes, soft textures and neutral colors with the perfect amount of jewelry to get it just right. Wear the wrong shoes, and you will look like you are trying to hard, wear something too big and you might just look like you're partaking in the dreadful 'walk-of-shame' act. Flip-flops are out of the question and pants resembling sweatpants are not even worth considering. Maxi skirts the ideal bottom and with a sexy slit, what can get better than that? During these last cold days, I am taking advantage of the comfortable look as much as I can. In a few weeks the days of dresses, colors, short skirts and tight tops will begin and as happy as the warm weather makes me, I will miss wearing all black and feeling like I'm still looking fresh. But in retrospective, I guess that's one thing I can live without for a few months!

Top- F21, Skirt- ASOS, Shoes- Salvatore Ferragamo, Handbag- Rebecca Minkoff, Necklace- Fernanda Quiros (not related, I think), Rings- Peru, Sunglasses- BCBG

Monochromatic look: Check!

There's something so special of a monochromatic look. Maybe it's the posibility of turning a simple color scheme into something outré by mixing it just the right way, or the complexity of said word... but ever since we've been seeing the trend around, I have been fascinated... and still working hard on pronouncing the word correctly. Of course, adding a pop of bright colors and neons is also a sight worth seeing, but I believe that the ability to make something simple into something fashionable is what every style aficionado should aim for. The trick with a monochromatic outfit is in the details. Whether you decide to mix the textures, add an outstanding print, wear an eye-catching piece of jewelry... always have in mind that somehow something needs to be 'different.' If not, people will always find some sort of fruit, vegetable or cartoon to compare you to. You don't want to look like one of the smurfs so aim to find something in the outfit selection that removes the image from people's minds. And hey, if you do end up looking like a smurf, or a carrot, or even a tree log, embrace it, at least all eyes are on you!
 

Top- F21

Shorts- F21

Vest- F21

Shoes- Old Navy

Cuffs- ASOS

Handbag- Vintage Coach

Sunglasses- BCBG

Spring Preview

I've been spoiled with warm weather this winter and for those who believe complaining gets you nowhere, well now we know that might not be true. Well, the tables can turn this month but I am thinking that one more month of cold weather, regardless of snow or ice, will not be as bad as previous years. And yes, I might be getting a bit a head of myself thinking it will only be one more month, or that I can already wear clothes meant for springtime in the Northeast, but I can't help it if today I woke up more positive than usual. In any case, this skirt will be the perfect addition to my spring wardrobe... I am thinking a bright floral button-up, or maybe even a cute peplum.... rocking an Audrey-Hepburn-Roman-Holiday 50's style maybe? Guess we'll have to wait and see!

Top- Urban Outfitters

Skirt- ASOS

Shoes- ZARA

Handbag- Vintage Coach

Necklace- David Aubrey

Cuff- ASOS

Rings- House of Harlow 1960, Jewelmint

Sunglasses- BCBG

Peaches and Creme- Part II

After a peachy and creme outfit, it seems weird to be following the same palette on my next post but I have to admit it has been a bit of a rough weekend/start of the week. Not rough as in bad... just rough as in, not much time or internet connection available. Good weekend though, lots of projects on the way! Today I woke up with zero inspiration, a bad hair day and excessive tiredness so hence, a very cash, comfy and relaxed outfit. Well, except for the heels I guess, oh, and the fact I kept tripping on the stairs every half hour! A pop of color is always necessary in a monochromatic ensemble so the teal just blended perfectly, especially for this season, and it was an easy pick in my closet. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did :)

Top- BCBG

Skirt- ASOS similar here

Shoes- Steve Madden

Cutch- Zara

Ring- Vintage and Urban Outfitters

Bracelet- Charriol

Sunglasses- Marc Jacobs

Palazzo Pant afternoon

There's something so romantic about these pants and I don't mean because of the peach-blush color. The Katherine Hepburn and Greta Garbo feel just makes me think of black and white movies and the good days in  Hollywood. Not that I know what Hollywood is like right now but I just think that being an actress in that decade must've been a treat. Palazzo pants have been making a come back since last year and they will continue to be a powerful trend during Spring and Summer so it is definitely a good investment if you start getting yours now. I loved this particular color because it will easily transition into the Spring color palette, but I have seen some off-white and white ones on the runways that have stolen my heart.
Now, regardless of how beautiful these pants look, I do have to warn you about one detail. It might matter or it might not matter but I feel it is my duty as a palazzo-pant owner to tell you: when it comes to flattering your figure these are the wrong pants. So, depending on your intentions the day you will be wearing them do have that in mind. I mean, you might not be the first of your friends to get a free drink from a guy at the bar, but you might get extra points for not caring.

Top- Brandy Melville
Pants- ASOS (super discount!)
Shoes- Tinley Road
Cuffs- ASOS
Rings- Jewelmint
Necklace- David Aubrey
Sunglasses- Michael Kors
Handbag- Mulberry

Rules For Everyday Stockings

I am feeling very 1999, the year of Hit me baby one more time. I also feel a bit Beverly Hills 90210, something Brenda Walsh would wear when she was still trying to fit in? Whichever the case is, I am definitely stepping outside my comfort with this oversized blazer/coat and some knee-high stockings. The stocking are a first. It's a tricky thing to do ya know... Pair it with a wrong skirt and you will look like a Catholic School wannabe, wear it with the wrong shoes and people might feel the need to make it rain on you. I have learned a few lesson while I raided my closet to determine the perfect combo for these stocks. Since I try to be humble as much as possible, I am compelled to shared them with you:

Rule #1: When wearing with high heel boots, use a quasi sheer  tight underneath (mix of patterns is acceptable) so you keep it sophisticated and not sloppy

Rule #2: Unless you are going to a Halloween or Costume party, stay away from plaid, full pleated skirts. 

Rule #3: When wearing without tights... stick to some flat shoes. Ballerina-esque shoes might cause the stockings' appeal to be lost so choose some bolder shoes like oxfords, loafers, booties (western or military inspired).

Rule #4: When wearing with a tight, try to keep it in the same color scheme. Color blocking is better off with your top section or you might risk resembling a clown or Nicki Minaj (but hey... who am I to judge)

Rule #5: If you are more of a rebel when it comes to dressing up, ignore rules 1-4 :)

PS: I apologize for my lack of response lately. Apparently Panamanians living in the US got together and decided it would be fun to apply for passports all at the same time so the phones have been keeping me busy. I could risk applying my multi-tasking skills to the matter and do both, but I worry I might tell a client "I love that clutch paired with that sweater," or worse... "xoxo, Leslie!"

Dress- Ruche

Blazer- H&M (fall)

Shoes- ALDO

Stockings- ASOS

Rings- H&M, BCBG

Necklace- Unknown

Watch- Michael Kors

Bracelets- Charrioll, F21

Sunglasses- BCBG