Stripes and slingbacks

As I have mentioned before, in April I went to Finland. The reason why I went was to teach an intensive course for a few days. Being a teacher means you are in a constant process of learning and it is so amazing that my students teach me things without them even realising. For example through a presentation prepared by some students there, I got to learn more about a brand that I wasn't very familiar with: Lindex. What amazed me was that although it is all about affordable fashion, it is very committed to sustainability (on their website you can find public information about their suppliers) and also it is very inclusive as it offers a very wide range of sizes! 

Naturally, I was very intrigued so I decided to visit the shop and see the collection. After I went around the store to get an idea of the products offered , I stopped at the sales rack where many pieces were at 50% so I couldn't resist. This dress, despite being knit, is made of viscose and polyester so it's not too hot, suitable for a spring day, it is very comfortable and  the colours are just the cutest! Possibly I won't be able to use it for the next few months but sooner or later the perfect weather for it will arrive!

• Mulitcolour striped long-sleeved knit dress: LINDEX
• White slingback flats: ZARA
• Coral handbag: NINE WEST

Marble and stripes

As I have mentioned before, sales are the perfect opportunity to buy things that you weren't willing to pay for the original price before and although you run the risk that you won't find the piece anymore if you do, you can save up a lot. Take these mules as an example that I had been eyeing on Zara. I never found them on the local store that I frequently visit but I had seen them on the online store and I had been stocking them. They weren't extremely expensive (1199 pesos translating to 47 pounds, 55 euros, 59 dollars) but although I really like them they are not the kind of shoe that I will probably be wearing on a daily basis. I decided to wait for the sale and hope for the best. So as soon as the sale season started I checked the online store. Now they were half price but still I was not sure and I decided to wait for the second wave of discounts that I know Zara applies after a couple of weeks. So after waiting to see how much further the price would be reduced and hoping they would still have my size, finally I got online and saw that they were sold for 349 pesos (14 pounds, 16 euros, 17 dollars) and available in my size so I immediately added them on my shopping cart! 

That is probably what you can call a happy ending to a sales hunt ;)

• Marble print dress: TU TEXTIL
• Black and white stripes pointy heeled mules/black quilted bag: ZARA
• Black choker: A.T. CHOKERS
• Black sunglasses: CARRERA

Fur and bows

Have you ever been attracted to a garment or accessory because of its fluffiness? It might not be the sanest reason to buy something but the sensation is great. So this bag wasn't the most rational purchase but the sale price was very reasonable and it does look super cute, don't you think? It is quite large in order to fit in all of the things that I like to carry around, and the colour is a show stopper. I am certain I will not be using this bag on a daily basis but it is ok to have things just because they are pretty ;)

• Top with cat print/ nude pointy patent leather flats with bows/ light blue and tan fur clutch: ZARA
• Skinny jeans: H&M
• Gold bunny ears ring: LOLA LOLA MX

Lace and pom pom

It is safe to say that the fashion store (both brick-and-mortar and online) that I visit most often is Zara. I have been a client since their first stores opened in Athens, I was still in junior high and the brand was just starting to take off and becoming internationally recognised. Even when I couldn't fit into most of their clothes, I never stopped going in the store, buying accessories and shoes that are always a safe bet and the occasional t-shirt/sweater. Lately I have started fitting in more of their clothes so I am checking out their stuff even more frequently. In one of my visits I tried on this grey dress. Although it fit and I felt good in it I wasn't really convinced that I wanted it that much in my closet. However now that I saw it online for 199 pesos during sale and still available on my size it was immediately added on my basket. 

• Grey sweatshirt dress with lace bottom/pink backpack: ZARA
• Grey wedged ankle boots: RIVER ISLAND
• Pink pom pom hair band: GANT

Green and fuchsia

Sometimes you buy a garment and you love it so much that you would like to have it in any colour available since it is so comfortable. Some time ago I bought this black dress and I am very fond of it because the fabric feels good on my skin, it looks nice and it fits well. 

It also came in green but I thought it would be too much to buy both although the price was very affordable. However, on my sale shopping spree I happened to find the green dress available on my and half price so I decided it was a sign that I should take it home and let it live in the same closet with its sibling. 

• Fuchsia and blue colourblock coat: PRIMARK
• Green dress: ZARA
• Black tights: H&M
• Flat black ankle boots: PULL & BEAR
• Fuchsia Selma bag: MICHAEL KORS
• Fuchsia and black shoe print neckerchief: METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART 

Shiny and fluffy

We have entered this era on the blog that I will be showing you slowly everything I have acquired during winter sales. Yes I have bought various things and as long as there are still discounted items in stores I probably won't stop. The shopaholic beast inside me, remember? However I promise I am really trying to make smart choices and buy things that I will use. 

When I saw this skirt I thought that it can be quite versatile and it would be easy to style it around with the things I already have on my closet. It is black and the silver and gold threads can be combined with almost any colour. Because of its shiny properties it can be used for a day at work with flats as pictured here but it can also become an important piece for an evening out, on a more formal scenario. So now it has gained a space in my closet :)

• Black tank top: H&M
• Black and white fluffy cardigan/silver and gold threaded black midi skirt/black studded pointy flats: ZARA
• Striped handbag: KATE SPADE NEW YORK
• Silver eyelashes earrings: THE CRAV CONCEPT

Cats and fur

The shopaholic side of me really goes wild when it is sales season. Of course I try to contain myself and buy things I feel I will be wearing for a while; not just buy something because it is very cheap, use it once and then dispose of it. The trick is to look for pieces that had caught your eye already when they were full price and then go through the rest of the things that you think are worth.

I had been eyeing in Zara for a while these very nice shoes  but I thought they were too expensive. They are made of leather but still I was not willing to pay the 1,599 pesos (which translates to 75 USD, 70 EUR, 60 GBP aprox.) that was the original price. However now I found them on sale for 599 pesos (28 USD, 26 EUR, 22 GBP) and available on my size I just had to grab them ;)

• Black dress with cat portraits print: MODCLOTH
• Denim long shirt with fur: MIKU MEKO
• Beige and black woven leather bluchers: ZARA
• Black handbag: DKNY

Ruffle and studs

One of my favourite things about January is that it is sales season in stores! I must admit I can become dangerous since I get overexcited about the low prices and buy things that maybe I won't use that much but oh, the adrenaline rush! Last week on a very unplanned, unexpected trip to the mall I was certain I would find something in Zara and of course I did. I got this grey dress that I have been laying eyes on for quite some time almost half price. It was quite cheap in the original price but with the sale I got it for 199 pesos which would translate to 8.5 Euros, 7.4 Pounds, 9.1 US Dollars. 

Not half-bad right? If sale season has already started in your city, take a look. You will definitely find bargains!

• Grey dress with ruffle/ burgundy ballet flats with straps and studs/ grey imitation crocodile skin mini bag: ZARA
• Black sunglasses with white and red stripes: MARC BY MARC JACOBS

Bows and points

One of the things that a woman should always have in her closet is a pair of nude-coloured shoes. They are so practical because they can be combined with any other colour, therefore the looks you can create are endless. So this is how I justified to myself buying these super-cute shoes on a late-night visit to the online store of Zara. My other excuse was that I owed myself a nice Christmas present and let's face it: a bow is irresistible to me!

• Black dress/ nude patent leather pointy flats with bows/ pink backpack: ZARA
• Beige knit cardigan with hood: H&M
• Black print scarf: BIMBA Y LOLA

Fuchsia and polka dots

I  have been in Monterrey for 4 years now and I am lucky to be part of a work team that has embraced me and we have created a special bond. Since I started working here I have collaborated closely with Alberto and this has led to as becoming friends. So my thoughtful friend gave me as a Christmas present a handbag (shocker, right?)! It is a great fit since it is big enough to fit all of the things I carry with me every day at work and it is pink! So what more could I ask for? Oh and it matches my hair ;) 

• Blue polka dots dress with pink embroidery: MARIA GRAPAIN ETNO DISEÑO
• Long textured jacket: ASOS CURVE
• Fuchsia patent leather tote bag: WESTIES
• Navy blue moccasins: SCHUH

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

Wicker, cobalt and caramel

I know that last week I showed off my Santa Claus present but starting today and for the few posts coming up, you will get to see all the great presents I received for Christmas. The majority of them were fashion-related since people know how excited I get about it :)

So let's start 2017 with another handbag! You know how much I love them and this is just great because it is something out of the ordinary and so colourful that puts me in a good mood! So what goes great with colour? Even more colours of course ;) 

• Caramel sweater: LEFTIES
• Blue skinny jeans: H&M
• Cobalt loafers: ZARA
• Colourful stripes wicker bag: no brand, was one of the Christmas presents I received

New things for the end of the year

If you follow me on Facebook or Instagram you probably saw on Christmas that I made it to Santa's nice list and received a great handbag as a present. Of course when I say Santa I refer to my wonderful fiancé Dany ;) He knows he can never go wrong with a bag when it comes to me! Since he gave it to me I haven't been able to stop using it so I am pretty sure my other bags are getting very jealous! But since 2016 is almost over and it is time to make commitments for the new year, I did promise my handbags that in 2017 all of them will get the opportunity to accompany me! Also since the year is almost over and I hadn't done anything to my hair for the past months (weird, right?) I decided that it was time for a makeover because "new year, new hair" seems like a good way to start 2017. So I hope you enjoy what is left of 2016 and see you next year!

• Black and white striped sweater: H&M
• Black wet looking leggings: NEW LOOK INSPIRE
• Black ankle boots: PULL & BEAR
• Green jacket: KENNETH COLE REACTION
• Green handbag: CAROLINA HERRERA