Wedge, print and a hummingbird

How do you pick your outfit? Do you choose the clothes first and then decide for the shoes, bag and accessories? Usually I start by choosing one piece (skirt, top, dress, shoes, bag, earrings) that I want to wear and then style around it. In this case, I started with the shoes. Since I hand't used them for almost a year I thought it was time to take them out of their box and then everything else started coming together. 

As you can see I am wearing a hummingbird temporary tattoo. It is just a great solution for my fear of needles and my worry that I will get bored of something permanent. This local designer has these really cute designs that I just love.

• Black tank top: H&M
• Beige and white full skirt with print/pink cardigan: PRIMARK
• Metallic pink serendipity demi wedge sandals: MARC BY MARC JACOBS
• Pink backpack: ZARA
• Long eye earrings: THE CRAV CONCEPT
• Hummingbird water colour style temporary tattoo: HOLA TATUMI

Lace and stripes

The first time I got my hair cut short like this was when I was in junior high and it was considered an act of rebellion by my father who always insisted that I have my hair long. 

That same summer that I got the hair cut I remember I was wearing a pink, plastic choker constantly, hardly every took it off. Chokers have become a trend again for some time now but I was hesitant about getting one. But when I was this pink one I knew that I had to have it and revive my old look.

Lace instead of plastic is definitely a grown-up upgrade!

• Long, strapless blue, white and pink striped dress: REGALINAS
• White heeled sandals: ZARA
• Pink bucket bag: PRIMARK
• Pink lace choker: ALINA TIJERINA

Tulle and canvas

I have had this tulle skirt for about 4 years now and I just can't get over how pretty and comfortable it is and that it makes me feel like a ballerina. I love that it is versatile and how it can be combined with a blouse and high heels for a formal occasion or with a t-shirt and flats for a casual, everyday look. 

And cute canvas shoes found on sale are a great match for it!

• Cobalt t-shirt with "Trust no one" print: NOOBASS
• Powder pink tulle skirt/blue and white print canvas shoes: H&M
• Fuchsia Selma bag: MICHAEL KORS
• Gold bracelet with fuchsia stone: BLE
• Sunglasses: DKNY

Flowers underneath the mountains

Vacation had to end sometime so now that I am back to my base I decided that a change of hair was in order so I just went for it. The temperatures are quite high so sandals and tank tops are a must in order to go through the day!

• Black tanktop: H&M
• Jacquard floral denim skirt: PRIMARK
• Beige crossover sandals: LEFTIES
• Beige, white and black colourblock handbag: ZARA
• Dress necklace: SFERA
• Gold cat sunglasses: TODOMODA

Furla at the balcony

In January I went to San Antonio and I was browsing the sale rack at H&M when I found these denim shorts. At the moment I thought "Well summer will eventually come and they cost only 15 dollars so just go for them". During this summer holiday in Greece I realized that they were the most useful thing I packed! Like regular length jeans, I would just put a different top and shoes on and there it was, a completely new outfit! 

If you have been following my blog for some time now you will have noticed that my sister and I have developed this sort of family tradition that when we are together (she lives in England, I live in Mexico) we have to lend each other for at least a day accessories such as handbags, necklaces etc. Unfortunately we can't do it with clothes and shoes since we are different sizes but I got her handbag for a day ;)

• Pink t-shirt: NOOBASS
• Denim shorts: H&M
• Gold peep toe flats: LEFTIES
• Hot pink bucket bag: FURLA
• Fancy girl necklace: RS

Karlito by the beach

A simple dress and a pair of casual sandals can be transformed with the right accessories. Sequins, pearls and tassels are guaranteed to give your look a fancier touch and get all the attention. If someone tells you that sequins and pearls are meant to be used in formal occasions, prove them wrong and wear the outfit all day long! There are no rules in fashion as long as you feel pretty and comfortable with what you are wearing!

• Black and white striped dress: TARGET
• Handmade sandals with white fringe: LIZA'S LITTLE THINGS
• Black sunglasses with pearls: LENTES RETRO MX
• Sequinned "Karlito" envelope bag/ tassel earrings/ pearl ring: THE CRAV CONCEPT

Feline in Plaka

One of the most beautiful neighbourhoods of Athens is definitely Plaka. It is amazing how although you are just at the centre of the city it feels as if you were transported somewhere else with the narrow alleys, the trees, the beautiful neoclassical buildings and the views of Acropolis and other archaeologic sites located nearby. If you are planning a visit take the time to walk around and have lunch in one of the traditional tavernas you will find around the area. During the summer opt for a nice hat to protect you from the sun and a comfortable, cute pair of sandals that will allow you to explore that your feet hurting!

• Hot pink tank top with print: BRIAN LICHTENBERG
• White culottes/ brown sandals with pom poms: PRIMARK
• Brown handbag: DKNY
• Wicker hat: H&M

Cats and hot pink

You know I love fashion and shopping but I do not have the economic means to be able to buy new clothes every week so that I can wear a dress just once and then dispose of it and of course even if I had the money I would still not do it because it would be very bad for the environment. 

I keep it fresh by doing different combinations and adding new bits and pieces every way I can like this new beautiful bracelet I found in a very small shop by the beach in Kefalonia that I just couldn't resist. 

• Black dress with cat portraits print: MODCLOTH
• Gold peep toe flats: LEFTIES
• Hot pink cross body bag: KATE SPADE NEW YORK
• Gold bracelet with hot pink rock: BLE
• Black sunglasses with red and white detail: MARC BY MARC JACOBS

Karavomylos with fringe and ice cream

Although in my everyday life I like big handbags that can fit even a goldfish in a bag (if you are not a huge FRIENDS fan like myself probably you don't get the reference) when I am on vacation I find that only a small cross body bag that fits the basic is more than enough for me. And if it is fun, quirky and cute even better for an island escape. 

• Blue and white cami top/ ice cream cross body bag: PRIMARK
• Denim shorts: H&M
• Handmade sandals with white fringe: LIZA'S LITTLE THINGS
• Beige cardigan: ZARA
• Brown sunglasses: HASS JOYERÍA

Assos in crochet and pearls

While in Kefalonia we were discussing with my sister how different fashion rules apply when on vacation. I am not sure that this is the case everywhere but when on a greek island in the summer time, it is very normal to see people walking around on their bathing suits and nothing else anywhere at any time of the day. I am not brave enough to walk around just on my swimsuit but it did give me the confidence to go around Kefalonia wearing just a pair of shorts and a crochet top on top of my suit.

• Black crochet top: no brand, handmade
• One-piece print swimsuit: PRIMARK
• Denim shorts: FOREVER 21+
• Hot pink peep toe flats with hearts: MELISSA
• Black sunglasses with pearls: LENTES RETRO MX