Blue on blue on blue

You know I am not one to shy away from bold contrasts but sometimes it is ok to go more subtle. If you are in a mood to create a look with a soft colour palette you can always combine different tones of the same hue just like I did in this look by playing with different shades of blue. The result is very harmonious yet not boring. 

When I bought this dress back in February on sale I didn't really think through the fact that the low back cut and the high front slit would be elements that would make me insecure about using it on its own. Neither had I realised how easily the fabric wrinkles. However I still like it so I had to find a way to be able to use it and I am quite pleased with the effect that it gives as a top layer. That doesn't really solve the wrinkling problem but I have decided just to ignore it and accept the fact that it will never look perfect. Who wants to look perfect anyway? 

• Light blue dress with frill hem: ZARA
• Black t-shirt: H&M
• Crop jeans: LEVI'S
• Leather sandals with cobalt blue fringe: LIZA'S LITTLE THINGS
• Stud necklace: SFERA
• Blue hobo bag: MARC JACOBS
• Light blue sunglasses: MINKPINK

Chunky and gold

I am not a girl for heels as you might know by now but my obsession with shoes won't allow me to pass on a great offer when I come across one. So it was hard to resist buying this pink pair when I found it available on my size, for just 199 pesos. Of course I took into account the fact that the heel is low so I can easily manage and the colour guarantees that it can be combined with pretty much any colour. Did I mention that I think that pointy shoes are super chic? 

• Black dress with V-neck/ pale pink pointy shoes with square chunky heel: ZARA
• Multicoloured handbag: KATE SPADE NEW YORK
• Gold flower headband: SFERA

Bridesmaiding in Oaxaca

When you are around your 30s it is very common that your friends start getting married. However almost all of my closest friends are still single, including myself. Moreover in Greece it is not a custom to have bridesmaids so I had never been asked to take upon the role. 

In spring my friend Cristy got engaged and soon she started the preparations for her wedding. One day at work, during our lunch break she gave me a box with a balloon that I had to blow and pop, revealing a paper reading "Will you be my bridesmaid?". I was very honoured to be asked to be part of her bridal party. So I happily accepted and started helping her in any way I could, mainly taking fashion decisions (kind of my area).

So on Thursday we travelled to the beautiful city of Oaxaca and on Friday I put on my bridesmaid outfit that I designed and my friend and colleague Claudia was kind enough to make for me, the flower crown which I made for all the bridesmaids, my new quirky bag and I witnessed my friend getting married. 

I guess now I can add experienced bridesmaid to my CV ;)

• Gold sequin top/pink tulle skirt/pink flower crown: BONNE
• Nude peep toe heels: SFERA
• Porky Pig minaudiere handbag: ZARA
• Pink sunglasses: THE CRAV CONCEPT

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

Fancy on a budget

 Who says that you have to spend a lot of money to look great for a special occasion such as a wedding? Here is a list of things you need to do: 

1. put on a pretty dress, 

2. put on a pair of comfortable heels 

3. fix your hair and makeup 

4. you are ready to go!! 

If you are really not crafty with hair and makeup like myself get someone talented like I did in order to look radiant!

• Purple floral dress: no brand, I bought some years ago on eBay
• Fur gilet: PRIMARK
• Nude peep toe slingback heels: SFERA
• Nude clutch bag: TRALALA CREATIONS
• MUA and Hair: ALE CASASA

Cats and tweed

One of the things I love about my job as a teacher at the university is that I do not have to follow a certain dress code so I still have the opportunity to try and look like one of the students. At least as long as my age allows it ;)

• Black dress with cat portraits print: MODCLOTH
• Black cardigan: SFERA
• Gold cut-out lace-up oxfords: STEVE MADDEN
• Black and white tweed backpack: MARIA GALAN

Flatforms and studs

Back by popular demand is the pink hair! The great thing about it is that it makes every outfit colourful, although truth be told I don't struggle with adding colour anyway :)

• Cobalt crop top: ZARA
• Black tank top (worn underneath): H&M
• Black skinny jeans: NEW LOOK INSPIRE
• Coral flatform espadrilles with tropical print: PRIMARK
• Stud necklace: SFERA
• Black handbag: DKNY

Quilted and studs

Casual Friday means trousers and a jumper. So you don' feel very basic add a pair of cute booties and a eye catching necklace!

• Black short sleeved jumper: ZARA with Marc Jacobs print handmade by me
• Cobalt and black trousers: TARGET
• Black ankle boots: ASOS
• Large pink quilted bag: DKNY
• Blue studded necklace: SFERA

Sparkly baroque cats

Any day is a good day for sneakers, especially when they are sparkly...

• Red and black baroque print shirt dress: MINKPINK
• Black cardigan: SFERA
• Crop skinny jeans: LEVI'S
• Black sparkly sneakers: CARVELA KURT GEIGER
• Tan, white and black handbag: ZARA
• Red ring with cats: no brand

Sparkles and slingbacks

I am all about casual clothing but sometimes there is no way out of formalwear. Most probably you will not feel 100% comfortable in this sort of dress but the point is that you look pretty and appropriate for the occasion :)

• Long embellished dress: ROSET VESTIDOS
• Beige slingback peep toe heels: SFERA
• Small gold clutch bag: DKNY

Dots and wicker

Hats are an all year round accessory but now that the weather is getting hot it is time to replace the felt with a wicker one. It will protect you from the sun plus it will give a boost to your style :)

• Blue dress with white polka dotw and beige belt: ASOS CURVE 
• Nude ballet flats: ASOS
• Red wicker handbag: SFERA
• Wicker hat: STRADIVARIUS 

The studs around the neck

Give a twist to your very simple denim shirt-black trousers combo by adding an interesting necklace and a handbag in a very bright colour! Chandler the cat seems to agree that this is an outfit to catch the attention ;)

• Denim button shirt: ASOS CURVE
• Black skinny jeans: NEW LOOK INSPIRE
• Black ankle boots: ASOS
• Stud necklace: SFERA
• Fuchsia Selma bag: MICHAEL KORS

Cats and biker boots

Spring is the season for dresses and for walks in the park. Just remember to take a cardigan with you because the air can be quite fresh ;)

• Dress with cat portraits print: MODCLOTH
• Black biker boots: ZARA
• Black cardigan: SFERA
• Black handbag: HUSER
• Sunglasses: DKNY

Happy New Fashion Year!

Happy New Year everyone! Sorry I haven't been very active the past 2 weeks but I promise that 2015 will be full of blogging! What did you do on New Year's Eve and most importantly what did you wear? I thought it was the perfect opportunity to wear my brand new cat dress and red lips :)

• Black "mew-seum visit" dress: MODCLOTH
• Black cardigan: SFERA
• Black tights: PRIMARK
• Black heeled ankle boots: H&M

Stars and tassels

You still want to wear a spring/summer dress but you can´t because of the cold? Wrong! Just throw a knit on top of it, add some boots and you are ready to go!

• Grey sweater: SFERA
• Grey dress with stars and hearts print (worn as skirt): ASOS CURVE
• Black tights: PRIMARK
• Black leather ankle boots: PULL & BEAR
• Black handbag/ cat shaped sunglasses: DKNY

Put the knits on!

It appears that suddenly we are on full winter mode here in Monterrey so there is nothing left to do than wearing knits and lots of layers ;)

• Grey poncho: H&M
• Grey sweater: SFERA
• Blue skinny jeans: PRIMARK
• Tan lace-up ankle boots: ZARA
• Beige backpack with pink bows print: BERSHKA
• Pink knit cap: THOMAI´S ADVENTURES IN FASHIONLAND

Hues of red

The opportunities to use your sandals and summer accessories are getting fewer so grab the chance while the sun is out!

• Black tank top: H&M
• Black floral kimono: ASOS CURVE
• Crop skinny jeans: LEVI´S
• Coral wedged sandals: ZARA
• Red wicker envelope bag: SFERA
• Gold studded tiger necklace: BERNA BROWN BY BERNA
• Black with gold details earrings: no brand

Cat, wedges and the dress

Wedged sandals are the solution when you want to be in heels but comfortable at the same time! 

• Blue crop skinny jeans: LEVI´S
• White tank top with cat print and white tank top (worn underneath): H&M
• Beige knitted cardigan: ZARA
• Tan wedged sandals: BERSHKA
• Purple Lil Ukita bag: MARC BY MARC JACOBS
• Dress necklace: SFERA

Sporty in the nature

Getting away for the weekend and getting closer to nature is no reason to sacrifice your fashion style! 

• Black long cardigan: SFERA
• Black wet looking leggings: NEW LOOK INSPIRE
• Black long t-shirt: H&M
• Black with multicolour print ballet flats: C&A
• Black sunglasses: CARRERA

The peplum and the mice

Monday means going back to work but also sharing my outfits with you so I guess it is not all bad ;)

• Chessboard peplum top and boyfriend jeans: ASOS CURVE
• Black cardigan: SFERA
• Blue and black mice flats: MARC BY MARC JACOBS
• White "stressed but well dressed" envelope clutch bag: ZARA
• Gold moustache ring: TODOMODA