Christmas is here!

Christmas morning started with partly cloudy skies and a bit of a hangover but nothing a beautiful present from the parents can't cure. Talk about a classic, black bag for everyday use! My time in Panama has been pretty limited so as much as I wanted to pretend I was Gisele Bündchen and pose for you in hot shorts and bikinis, the latter was not possible. I have however managed to nag my dad and get him to take some pics with my new present. Can you believe the weather and I have to go handout presents instead of tanning. Oh well! I guess that's why it's called the season of giving and not tanning


Side note: The face, of confusion, at the end, ummm try following creative directions from an electronic engineer....

Top: H&M (current)
Blazer: A'Gaci
Skirt: American Apparel
Shoes: Jessica Simpson (old)
Necklace: J.Crew (summer2011)
Handbag: Carolina Herrera
Sunglasses: BCBG similar here

Merry Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas to all my fashion needy friends and the not so needy ones too!! If you were good this year, then I hope Santa listened!


xoxo

9 Days 'Till Christmas Giveaway!!

Trying to go against the current, I have opted for a 9 day countdown instead of the typical 10 day countdowns most people care to do. I guess for me it is a jollier time the day after the 10 days, cause that just means we are a day closer. So in the spirit of Christmas close by, I've teamed up with one of my dearest friends to offer my lovely (and loyal) readers a piece of her jewelery collection. In case you missed yesterday's announcement, this piece is designed by Tara Chial, a Panamanian native, Asian looking, NYC based jewelry designer who I (the power at be of this blog) have decide will be the next Vera Wang of accesories. Her inspiration comes from her Asian and Latin American roots, especially from the art and jewelry craftmanship hailing from Panama and Peru (woot-woot!). It's safe to say this piece is  tribal-inspired/fierce-looking and will go well with any fierce outfit you have in mind. Whether you are the type that likes to keep it simple or go all out, this piece can be the statement necklace that will make the outfit stand out. Here's my take on it for inspiration purposes:

To Participate, follow these 3 easy steps:

1. 'Like' Tara Chial Jewelry page on Facebook (required) here
2. Follow me on Bloglovin / Twitter
3. Leave a comment below letting me know what you've done (the more of these you complete, the more entries you will have and the greater your chances). Write your email/best way to contact you.

**** Giveaway will end on the 20th (right on time for my Birthday!!) and winner will be picked at random and announced on the 21st. GOOD LUCK!!!! 

 wearing: BCBG top, H&M leather pants (current), Michael Antonio booties, H&M rings