A tricky thing

I must confess...although global warming is a threatening situation to the survival of this planet, I can't say that I am terribly disappointed with the bizarre weather. I do seem to be concerned with next years winter, but I got plenty of months to dread it. Now, back to the topic of this blog, I must confess another thing, I bought these jeans months ago but barely ever wear them. Flares like these are a tricky thing. When I stare down at them I feel like I am extremely underdressed or on my way to a Texas hoedown. The latter one would be fun if I was indeed in Texas, on my way to hoedown, but unfortunately this is not the case. I am actually in DC.. on my way to work. In any case, as I've spent considerable amount of time dressing these suckers up,  I'll share a few things I learned on the way:

#1 NEVER wear them with flats. Unless you'd like to look like your on your way to a college class in 2003
#2 Work a slim combination up top. Either a loose yet fitted top or a fitted top with some sort of vest. Although bell bottoms look great with a fitted top, pants that are more palazzo-like work best with some looseness in the top too. It's a symmetry thing....
#3 Do not wear long top without tucking it in. You will risk looking severely underdressed or from the scene of Janis Joplin video... but then again... to each its own!

And like always, if you are not like me style-wise.... just ignore rules 1 to 3. Anyone care to share their thoughts on flares like these?

Top- H&M (old)

Vest- F21 (old)

Pants- BCBG (old)

Shoes- Tinley Road

Handbag- Cambridge Satchel

Bracelets- F21, Charriol, Peru

Ring- Urban Outfitters (old)

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

Smart Shopper

A lady-like dress  begs to be paired with some men-looking accesories and that's exactly how I paid tribute to this $15 dress from Urban Outfitters. When it comes to bargains, I am not always the brightest crayon in the box. My dad actually suggested I should make this blog about affordable shopping for struggling fashionistas. Now, if you knew my dad, you would understand he is not one to dabble around this world. His mentality is very straight forward: one should own the necessary items to dress appropriately (one pair of black shoes, one pair of brown shoes, a couple of pants, a good pair of jeans and some running shoes). Thankfully this person here, and my mom, invade his closet every once in a while, or take advantage during important celebrations to increase his wardrobe. Ask him something about computers, and that is a whole different story. But anyway, considering who my dad is, his advice was pretty touching which made it even more harder to express to him how his daughter was not in the "smart shopper" category... I am one of those that buys an item at full price the day before it goes to half-off. So, when I walk into Urban Outfitters to return and item and see an "additional 50% off on all sale items sign at the door," I decided it was time I tested the waters. And this dress, this beautiful, floral print dress, was one of the results and let me tell you... one my proudest moments (or at least one of my top 10).

PS- I am willing to continue doing this so if you are a smart buyer, keep me posted. I'd be happy to plan a shopping date with you!

Dress- Urban Outfitters

Tights- NY&Co

Shoes- ALDO

Hat- BCBG similar here
Handbag- Vintage Coach

Necklace- Unknown

Rings- Jewelmint

Watch- Vintage Cartier

New Year's Outfit: Check!

I opted out of sequins. After Christmas in Panama I had a severe overdose of sequins in every shape and form so as I looked for an outfit that was still sparkly without need of sequined or bejeweled skirts and dresses, I found a glittery trouser for a steal at Urban Outfitters that will definitely do the trick. Not to mention, a cute rhinestone headband to receive the New Year with some glitz on my head. I'll share the New Years resolution tomorrow. For now, I need to head out before I miss the bus... oh what would life be if I only had a car.... :)

xoxo

top: Forever21 (old)

Trouser- UO 

Bracelet- Vintage and Panama

Clutch- H&M current

Shoes- DKNY

Headband- BCBG

Sunglasses- BCBG

will provide links later tonight!

Rebel Neon

I am back in town and I am starting to think that everyone is on vacation except our office. So, in an act of rebellion, I decided to dress with whatever I chose. Even if it involved a neon shirt and retro jeans. My boss threatened me with a pink slip if I didn't dress more appropriately tomorrow but I think she was just playing a prank on me, giving the fact that Panamanian Aprils Fools' Day was today. I might dress up nice tomorrow though, or actually wear jeans and keep rebelling against the three people left in the embassy. I doubt that the office will be able to hold on without me... or would it?

Shirt- UO (old)

Sweater- Gap 

Jeans- H&M (old)

Shoes- Old Navy

Ring- Native American (USA and Peru)

Watch- MK

Bracelet- Charriol Love Bracelet & Peru

Sunglasses- MK similar here

Handbag- Mulberry