Black and jewels

On Monday it was my birthday and although people in general might get depressed about getting older, I was too busy participating in a lot of festivities in my honour to even think about it :) So I received a lot of love, wishes and presents and many of my presents are wearable so you will be seeing them on the blog in the near future. 

In order to complement my almost all-black look I decided to use this beautiful and interesting pair of earrings along with the cute and discreet bracelet, both gifts I was given from dear friends. I can't believe how much my perception of jewellery has changed with age. My collection keeps getting bigger and I really take them into account in order to create an outfit. I still haven't started investing in expensive pieces, I just like things that have a certain something and will give a cool touch to my look. 

• Black top with studs: H&M
• Black pleated trousers/black pointy flats with studs: ZARA
• Purple Lil Ukita bag: MARC JACOBS
• Earrings: SACROSANTA
• Tassel bracelet: no brand

Non-boring basic

When you think of black trousers it is very probable that your mind goes directly to very classic, basic, workwear. But I have proof that they don't have to be boring! I found the perfect basic but a lot more interesting: this great pleated pair during sale season for just 199 pesos. They look cool, they are super comfortable and you can wear them to go to work like I did combining them with a classic striped sweater and flats, or for a more formal occasion combining them with heels and a nice top. Red lips are optional but they always look feminine from day to night :)

• Black and white striped sweater/black pleated trousers/burgundy ballet flats with straps and studs: ZARA
• Black trench coat: H&M
• Burgundy cross body saddle bag: PATRICK COX
• Clear lens glasses: ALDO
• Silver charm bracelet: PANDORA