Colours and stones

You know how much I love colours and prints so naturally when I saw this kimono I was instantly attracted to it. I took it off the rack and held it while I was looking around the store. When I was done looking, I tried it on and I felt good in it. The fabric is soft, the silhouette is flattering and the fact that it is so colourful means that I can combine it with many different existing garments in my closet. However I was not sure if it was something I needed it. So I was thinking about it and I was really tempted to take it back to its original position and leave it, my friend who was with me told me "I think you should take it, it is totally you". And then I realised she was right so I bought it.

That is why it is better to go shopping accompanied by someone and not alone. Sometimes they push you to make the right decision so thank you Karla ;)

• White tank top: H&M
• Colourful print kimono: ZARA
• Boyfriend jeans: CITY CHIC
• Fuchsia ballet flats: KATE SPADE
• Green Andy bag: CAROLINA HERRERA
• Big stone necklace: BERNA BROWN BY BERNA

Flowers, sparkles and beads

You probably have noticed that bomber jackets are having a big moment as a trend. Although I was tempted to buy one the past months, I hadn't found anything available on my size that I would be excited about. However on my sale scavenger hunt I came across this one and I really liked it because of the print. I tried it on and I felt it fit well and of course having to pay just 1/3 of the original price helped me make up my mind pretty fast. Let's hope the weather will keep fresh for a little while so that I can get to wear it a few times before the summer comes ;)

• White v-neck t-shirt/blue bomber jacket with flower print: ZARA
• White tank top (worn underneath): H&M
• Boyfriend jeans: ASOS CURVE
• Silver pointy sparkly heeled shoes: ASOS
• Blue bucket bag: TARGET
• Handmade white and blue bead earrings: no brand, given to me as a gift

Olive and leopard

It seems like we are about to have a cold weekend (it is January so it does make a lot of sense after all) so it is time to bring out the sweaters and scarfs/pashminas to shield the cold out. Another present I received for Christmas is this beautiful pashmina that is mainly made of acrylic so it is very cozy and warm! So layer up and get ready to face the low temperatures!

• Black sweater with gold letters/olive pashmina: H&M
• Boyfriend jeans: ASOS CURVE
• Pointy leopard print lace-up shoes: ZARA
• Multicoloured cross-body bag: BIMBA Y LOLA

Gold feet and rings

I remember when I was younger that I wasn't really a big fan of gold. However I have come to appreciate how practical it can be since it can be combined with any colour and it can be used for formal or casual occasions. I have come to love it so much that I currently own 4 pairs of gold shoes including these very pretty ones that I received as a present for my birthday from a very dear friend. 

Don't be afraid to give it a try, even if you try it with accessories such as jewelry. It is a classic and you will see how easy it will make your life.

With this post I am done showing you my pretty birthday presents for this year. Of course I have included in the blog only the ones that are related to fashion but I have to point out that they were not the only ones and they were equally adorable and much appreciated. 

• Baroque print dress (worn as top): MINK PINK
• Black short sleeved bolero: H&M
• Boyfriend jeans: ASOS CURVE
• Gold sandals: LEFTIES
• Gold handbag: HUSER
• Sunglasses: MARC BY MARC JACOBS
• Rings: PRIMARK and the one in my pinky was a present from my students

Stripes and birds

No need to feel blue but why not dress in it? Blue is a classic that is suitable for any season and any occasion and it goes well with any other colour so do not hesitate to use it more and convert it into an alternative to black. 

• Blue and white striped long asymmetric 3/4 sleeve t-shirt: LEFTIES
• Boyfriend jeans: ASOS CURVE
• Fuchsia ballet flats: KATE SPADE
• Blue bucket bag: TARGET
• Blue scarf with white bird print: ANN TAYLOR

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

Pastels and coffee

Break the routine of the grey big city by wearing pastels and finding cute, small places to have an iced latte. (Foto taken at Amelie Péché in San Pedro Garza García). 

• Pink t-shirt with "I'm really a mermaid" and Ariel print/ headband with pastel coloured gems: PRIMARK
• Boyfriend jeans: CITY CHIC
• Mint Natasha Q cross body bag/ metallic pink sandals: MARC BY MARC JACOBS

Cat in the park

It is so refreshing that the sun is out again and it is the perfect opportunity to start preparing the spring wardrobe! What says spring better than a t-shirt and a cardigan?

• Grey t-shirt with cat print/beige knit cardigan: ZARA
• Boyfriend jeans: CITY CHIC
• Pink suede pointy flats: ALDO
• Fuchsia quilted cross body bag: FRAGOLA
• Sunglasses: DKNY 

Flowers and suede

Don't let the rain ruin your day. Just use a colourful scarf and a bright coloured pair of shoes and get in the spring mood already!

• Black biker jacket: NEW LOOK INSPIRE
• Grey sweater / cobalt loafers / grey suede clutch bag: ZARA
• Blue boyfriend jeans: ASOS CURVE
• Yellow scarf with blue and green flowers print: BIMBA Y LOLA

Fur and print

The temperature seems to be dropping even more day by day but fear not, there is nothing a fur gilet can´t fix. You can find a large variety in shops this season in case you don´t already have yours. 

• Blonde girl print sweater: ZARA
• Boyfriend jeans: ASOS CURVE
• Navy blue loafers: SCHUH
• Fur gilet: PRIMARK
• Navy blue bucket bag: TARGET

Black cat and pink

When wearing pink and a cat accessory what can go wrong?

• Pink t-shirt: ZARA
• Boyfriend jeans: ASOS CURVE
• Pink espadrilles: no brand, gift from Barcelona
• Black cat shaped bag: TODOMODA
• Black sunglasses: CARRERA

The Beatles and the Beagles

After being for many years with your partner it is normal to have had an influence on each other´s style.

I say embrace it and show the world ;)

Her:

• The Beagles yellow tank top: NOOBASS
• White tank top (worn underneath): H&M
• Blue boyfriend jeans: ASOS CURVE
• Beige Chuck Taylor All Star sneakers: CONVERSE
• Watch: GUESS
• Pink and blue sunglasses: PRIMARK

Him:

• The Beatles white t-shirt: PRIMARK
• Blue jeans: LEVI´S
• Blue Chuck Taylor All Star sneakers: CONVERSE
• Watch: TOMMY HILFIGER

Cat by the sea

Summer feels nicer when you are by the beach!

• White tank top with cat print and white tank top (worn underneath): H&M
• Blue boyfriend jeans: ASOS CURVE
• Pink with pineapple print flats: NEW LOOK
• Bright blue shopper bag: ZARA
• Bright blue sunglasses: MINK PINK
• Silver charm bracelet: PANDORA

Mafalda and the stripes

Another day in the office with jeans and ballet flats!

• Black and white striped cardigan: PRIMARK
• White linen top: ZARA with Mafalda print made by me
• Blue boyfriend jeans: ASOS CURVE
• White tank top (worn underneath): H&M
• Black bag: DKNY
• Black with multicoloured print ballet flats: C&A

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

Flower power

An outfit for those days that you want to connect with your inner flower child (although you never actually were one...) 

• Black floral kimono/ boyfriend jeans: ASOS CURVE
• Nude ballet flats: ASOS
• Black t-shirt with the Beatles print: PRIMARK
• Bright blue shopper bag: ZARA
• Light blue sunglasses: MINKPINK found at BERNA BROWN BY BERNA

Spikes and fur

Very glam rock of me, no? At least the spikes are just plastic, not metal.

Blue peplum top with spikes detail on the shoulders and boyfriend jeans: ASOS CURVE/ nude ballet flats: ASOS/ fur gilet: PRIMARK/ purple lil Ukita bag: MARC BY MARC JACOBS

The greys and the rooster

I can´t wait for the weekend that the temperature will go up again but in the meantime protect yourself from the cold in style!

Pink and blue coat: PRIMARK/ grey sweater and rooster necklace: SFERA/ boyfriend jeans: ASOS CURVE/ grey wedged ankle boots: RIVER ISLAND/ grey suede envelope clutch bag: ZARA/ black with magenta bow beanie: TOPSHOP/ black fleece gloves: ACCESSORIZE

Shopping in Mexico City

In order to complete the tales of my long weekend trip to Mexico City I must let you know that apart from going to bars and sightseeing, I did some shopping as well! I took advantage of the fact that there is an H&M store (we´ll see what I got in the blog soon) and Pandora stores and decided to extend my collections of charms for my bracelet by 2... A dress charm for the fashionista me and a Sagrada Familia charm for the traveler me...

Denim shirt and boyfriend jeans: ASOS CURVE/ nude ballet flats: ASOS/ black purse: DKNY/ silver charm bracelet with various charms: PANDORA

Visiting Frida

Mexico City was not just about going to bars, it was also about sightseeing. One of the places we visited was the Studio-House of Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo. And what a better way to honour the great artist than wearing a t-shirt with her? That is also a great way to renew your wardrobe: You take plain coloured shirts that you have worn many times and you silkscreen them!

Blue boyfriend jeans: ASOS CURVE/ black tank top (worn underneath): Primark/ black purse and sunglasses: DKNY/ green linen t-shirt: Zara and then silkscreened with Frida Kahlo´s portrait by me