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

Crochet and wicker

You know how much I appreciate handmade beautiful creations. This black top I have had for some months but the weather wasn't warm enough until now to wear it. The niece of a colleague made it for me and she crocheted it in no time! It was impressive how she asked for my measurements and then in a few days it was already ready for me to use. As for the piggy bag, if you remember I had bought it in Oaxaca when I visited in October and although I do not wear it very often I must say I still love its playful nature. 

The greatest thing about these handmade pieces is that as you can see they can be easily combined with high street and high fashion brands and create a whole new, interesting look!

• Black crochet top: no brand, handmade 
• Black tank top (worn underneath): PRIMARK
• Girlfriend jeans: H&M
• Fuchsia ballet flats: KATE SPADE
• Wicker piggy bag: no brand, handmade in Oaxaca
• Black and gold bracelets: no brand

Flowers and squares

I know flowers for spring are not exactly groundbreaking but it does feel good to wear  them and combine them with light colours. And the combination of colours gives me the perfect excuse to finally use these pretty handmade earrings that I received as a present some time ago but I hadn't found the chance to use. 

• Beige knit cardigan: ZARA
• Black tank top: PRIMARK
• Black floral trousers: NEW LOOK INSPIRE
• Large pink quilted bag: DKNY
• Fuchsia ballet flats: KATE SPADE
• Handmade earrings: no brand, brought to me as a gift from Oaxaca

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

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

One dress, two styles

Remember last week I was telling you how a nice shift dress is the ultimate piece for a girl's wardrobe as you can dress it up or down to fit any occasion? Well here is an example of how you can make it very casual combining it with a pair of ballet flats and an everyday cross body bag and at the same time make it more formal with a pair of heels and a cute smaller bag. 

• Short sleeved shift dress with black and white pattern: LAGOM
• Fuchsia ballet flats: KATE SPADE 
• Mint Q Natasha cross boy handbag: MARC BY MARC JACOBS
• Black sunglasses: CARRERA
• Beige slingback peep toe booties: STEVE MADDEN
• Black round quilted bag with cat ears: ASOS

Stripes and stones

Transform a simple black and white striped dress with a big, fancy and bold neckcklace and a pop of colour on your shoes :)

• Black and white striped short-sleeved dress: TARGET
• Fuchsia ballet flats: KATE SPADE
• White"Stressed but well dressed" envelope clutch bag: ZARA
• Big stone necklace: BERNA BROWN BY BERNA
• Black sunglasses: CARRERA 

Stripes and ballet flats

Ballet flats are a classic style of shoes that never goes out of style, they are very comfortable and appropriate for any occasion. You can wear them at any age and they can get you through the whole day. So I was very excited to receive this new fuchsia pair as a birthday present. Huge bonus that Phoebe the cat seems to approve of them ;)

• Navy blue striped dress: ASOS CURVE
• Fuchsia ballet flats: KATE SPADE
• Navy blue bucket handbag: TARGET
• Pink scarf with cats print: LILIES & DREAMS