Woven in Venice

A denim shirt can look well with pretty much anything so the print pencil skirt was not the exception. If you think it is too plain just add accessories that will catch the attention such as the interesting backpack (Phoebe the cat seems to like it too), the handmade earrings and the simple yet pretty ring.

• Denim button shirt: ASOS CURVE
• Pencil skirt with Venice print: FOREVER 21+
• Fuchsia ballet flats: KATE SPADE NEW YORK
• Fuchsia and mint woven backpack: VIANNEY MENDEZ
• Light blue handmade cat earrings: KOUKOS ART JEWELLERY
• Silver cube ring: BERNA BROWN BY BERNA

Butterflies and flowers

As I have said in the past mixing and matching your prints is a yes-yes for me so I include it regularly on my outfits. Why don't you just give it a try? If you are scared it will look too much just follow my lead on this one and only mix them on the upper half of your outfit keeping the rest print free.

• Black kimono with floral print/ blue boyfriend jeans: ASOS CURVE
• Black tank top (worn underneath): PRIMARK
• Black sparkly sneakers: CARVELA KURTE GEIGER
• White scarf with butterflies print: LOLITA MONTERREY
• Black cross body bag: UNITED COLORS OF BENETTON
• Wood cat ring: no brand, given to me as a present

The greeks in Oaxaca

I thought it would be a great idea to create a 100% greek outfit and contrast it with the colonial architecture of the centre of Oaxaca. But then I was lucky enough to have access to one of the ateliers of Dr Lakra, internationally renowned artist who resides in the city. So it was a privilege for me to use as a background a wall that he has painted himself with his art. So enjoy the merge of greek fashion and Mexican contemporary art.

• Kaftan print dress: NOOBASS
• Handmade leather sandals with cobalt fringe: LIZA'S LITTLE THINGS
• Nude handmade clutch bag: TRALALA CREATIONS

Stars and poems

Scarfs are the perfect accessory now that the weather is getting chillier. They can protect you from the lower temperatures and also add to your outfit. Combine a hat and it is a fact that you will make an impact wherever you go. 

• Grey dress with stars and hearts print: ASOS CURVE
• Black ankle boots: ASOS
• Large pink quilted bag: DKNY
• Pink scarf with handmade print/ grey felt fedora hat: BONNE

Denim and piggy

Continuing with the handmade creations it is time for another bag. I know you probably think I am addicted and you wouldn't be wrong. I just find it very hard to say no to a bag that I really like, as long as I can afford it. In my quest for quirky I came across this cutie that I just could just not resist. So here is the piggy bag styled in a way to catch all the attention of the outfit!

• Denim button shirt: ASOS CURVE
• Black tank top/ skinny jeans: PRIMARK
• Nude ballet flats: ASOS
• Necklace: MACY'S
• Handmade palm piggy bag: no brand, bought from a street vendor in Oaxaca

Cats and knit

I have decided that this week, all the outfits posted will include one item of clothing/accesories handmade. Yesterday it was the woven backpack, today it is the knit shawl. Now that the weather is getting chillier a shawl can really be useful early in the morning and in the evening after sunset. Using one made of t-shirt yarn is ideal for the kind of temperature we are having and it is bound to catch the attention.

• Black dress with cat portraits print: MODCLOTH
• Beige gold sneakers: MYTHEO
• Tan, black and white colourblock handbag: ZARA
• Black earrings: no brand
• Black and white knit infinity shawl: BONNE

Woven and sparkles

I might love me a designer's bag but that doesn't mean I am not intrigued by beautiful handmade things I come across. So while wandering the streets of Oaxaca, I found this wonderful backpack that I just had to have. 

• Black and white striped dress: TARGET
• Black sparkly sneakers: CARVELA KURT GEIGER
• Mint and pink woven backpack: VIANNEY MÉNDEZ (found in Oaxaca)

Pastel embroidery and the fish

The way you combine the beautiful things that you find in different places of the world can give you a non-folklore outfit that looks modern and appropriate for any day!

• Beige woven top with embroidery: no brand, bought on the artefacts market in Oaxaca
• Jeans: LEE
• Pink suede pointy flats: ALDO
• Large pink quilted bag: DKNY
• Gold fish necklace: no brand, brought to me as a present from Lefkada

Double pearls and flatforms

Any day is a good day for a shift dress and shiny shoes, either if it is to go to work or to go out for dinner and drinks.

• Shift print dress: LAGOM
• Silver pointy flatforms: ASOS
• Black handbag: HUSER
• Double pearl earrings: LOLITA

Embroidery and oxfords

Continuing with the beautiful, traditional Mexican products this is a typical shirt to be found in Oaxaca. But here is a way to make it more modern and office appropriate. 

• Black traditional woven t-shirt with handmade multicoloured embroidery: no brand, brought from the artefacts market in Oaxaca
• Crop skinny jeans: LEVI'S
• Black boyfriend blazer: ASOS CURVE
• Gold cutout lace up oxfords: STEVE MADDEN
• Light blue shopper bag: ZARA

Rebozo and sneakers

I am sorry I have not been posting anything for a week but I was getting to know Oaxaca and its beauties and traditions. I have learned so much, eaten too much, enjoyed this great place to the maximum. Oaxaca is well known for its long history of textiles since the prehispanic era. 

All the wool that you see hanging behind me has come from sheep in the area and has been dyed with natural methods. The rebozo that I am wearing is a traditional mexican shawl that has been woven in a loom called telar de cintura and it is time to give it a modern twist with my outfit :)

• Black t-shirt with "C'est la Vie" beads application: PRIMARK
• Crop skinny jeans: LEVI'S
• Beige-gold sneakers: MYTHEO
• Black bag: DKNY
• Rebozo: bought from a local on the street
• Black sunglasses: CARRERA

The lucky find

If you have been following me you must have realised by now that I love accessories that are very interesting and quirky. I had seen 2 of my students wearing this sort of necklace, both from another region than where we are located, and I had loved it. When I asked them about it I was told that it had come from a store that didn't exist any longer so I gave up on the idea that I would ever get the chance to make one mine. 

However a few days ago I went to a local store to specifically buy an agenda and while I was looking around I suddenly saw a glass bowl containing these necklaces. I just couldn't believe it, I had completely forgotten about them and there they were. So of course I couldn't let the opportunity pass by and chose the one that I felt was more suited to my style! 

Don't you just love it when luck brings these little treasures your way?

• Black tank top: H&M
• Black skinny jeans: NEW LOOK INSPIRE
• Beige knit cardigan: ZARA
• Fuchsia ballet flats: KATE SPADE NEW YORK
• Black handbag: DKNY
• Black sunglasses: CARRERA
• Fancy girl necklace: RS, found at White Mint Concept Store

The rise of the sneaker

Who said that sneakers are only suitable to wear with sweats or jeans? Traditionally sneakers were only to exercise or for very casual outfits but in the past years since they got the attention of fashion designers, they have become the go-to-shoe for all fashionistas. Let's not forget that the boost that this trend has given to the classic models such as the Chuck Taylor, the Stan Smith, the AirMax or the New Balance. So now is the moment to leave your high heels aside and let your feet rest without looking out of place!!

• Floral print quilted dress: PRIMARK
• Denim jacket: ASOS CURVE
• Beige sneakers: CONVERSE
• Fuchsia Selma bag: MICHAEL KORS
• Sunglasses: DKNY