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

Pleats and patches

I don't know why but as far as I can remember I have always considered pleats to be elegant so now that they have been on trend I just can't resist so when I saw this skirt with sparkle half price I had to take it home with me.  In order to create a casual look I decided to combine it with my denim jacket. You have seen the jacket here on the blog many times but it has been renewed. In my latest trip to Mexico City, I came across this cool unicorn, POW and ice cream patches and I thought they would make a great addition to my jacket. What do you think? 

• Black tank top: H&M
• Denim jacket: ASOS CURVE
• Black, silver and light blue pleated skirt/black pointy flats with studs: ZARA
• Multicoloured striped handbag: KATE SPADE NEW YORK
• Silver eyelashes earrings: THE CRAV CONCEPT

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

Pearl and pretzel

A blazer is an important piece for office looks but that doesn't mean that it has to be tailored, black and matching your trousers. Although I don't have to stick to a strict dress code at work and I have flexibility in what I can wear (therefore I do not own many blazers), I feel that it is worth having a few of them in your closet especially if they are versatile enough to be used on casual occasions. Even though I had not planned on buying a new one, I found this in the sale rack and I thought I would give it a shot. I had seen it when it was still full-price but my lack of urgency detained me from buying it. However finding it almost half price made me see it as an opportunity. I love the colour and the shape that are not the typical and the fabric is so soft!

• Light blue blazer: ZARA
• Black tank top: H&M
• Black skinny jeans: NEW LOOK INSPIRE
• Gold lace-up cutout oxfords: STEVE MADDEN
• Black handbag: DKNY
• Pearl ring: THE CRAV CONCEPT
• Gold pretzel necklace: LOLA LOLA
• Black sunglasses: CARRERA

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

Curvy ballerina

I am not sure if it is because my parents never sent me to ballet (and trust me, I did loads of out-of-school activities, just ask my sister) or because I feel that it is a nice expression of femininity that I am just fascinated by tulle skirts. Last week I took an express work trip to NYC and I made a late evening visit to Forever 21 in Times Square so of course as soon as I saw this skirt I just could not resist. Pairing it with a pair of non-conventional ballerina shoes can save it from being too literal and at the same time look interesting and cool. It appears to leave a trail of sparkle on its way for the moment but that's all right, I guess I will fulfil my fairy destiny :) 

• Black tank top: H&M
• Denim jacket: ASOS CURVE
• Black tulle skirt with gold sparkles: FOREVER21 PLUS
• Black handbag: DKNY
• Burgundy leather ballerinas with straps and studs: ZARA
• Black choker: A.T. CHOKERS

Pink Lady

Mondays are always complicated because you have to get back into the routine of work and forget about the weekend fun and focus your thoughts. Apart of strong coffee, wearing pink can have a positive impact on your mood and make the return to reality a little bit easier. Of course I would say that because I love pink. You can try with your favourite colour and see how that works out ;)

• White v-neck t-shirt: ZARA
• White tank top (worn underneath): H&M
• White and pink striped trousers: PRIMARK
• Pink pointy sparkly flats: BIMBA Y LOLA
• Large pink quilted bag: DKNY
• Pink lace choker: A.T. CHOKERS
• Pearl ring: THE CRAV CONCEPT

Kimono and studs live

I was lucky enough to be one of the people to attend the concert of Garbage the other day. Being held on a weekday meant I would be going straight from work to the venue so the occasion called for a comfortable outfit appropriate for a day at the office and cool enough for a rock concert. Of course jeans and a cross body bag were the obvious way to go and then everything else came together.

By the way the concert was awesome and Shirley Manson rocking that pink hair gave me serious hair envy so don't be surprised if I go back to pink soon ;)

• Grey kimono with tassels/black tank top/ skinny jeans: H&M
• Black pointy studded flats: ZARA
• Cross body print bag: BIMBA Y LOLA

Black, white and the choker

The black and white combo is a classy and classic look. In order to give it a boost and make it pop, use a colouful handbag and a bold shade of lipstick and voilà!! Throwing in a subtle yet interesting necklace is optional but highly recommended! 

• White V-neck t-shirt/white heeled sandals: ZARA
• Black skinny jeans: NEW LOOK INSPIRE
• White tank top (worn underneath t-shirt): H&M
• Handbag with colourful stripes print: KATE SPADE
• Black suede choker: A.T. CHOKERS

Fringe and crossover

Sales are a perfect excuse to go shopping. Of course sometimes you can get carried away and buy things that you don't necessarily love and you won't really wear just because they are very cheap so beware! Try to buy pieces that are really worth the space in your closet and try looking for the things you really wanted all season but you couldn't afford or you really didn't think they were worth paying the original prices. I found this kimono on my summer sales hunt in H&M and I thought it would be a great addition to my kimono collection, especially since it was 75% off!

• White tank top/blue skinny jeans/grey kimono with fringes: H&M
• Gold crossover sandals: PRIMARK
• Large pink quilted bag: DKNY
• Gold cat face ring: ASOS CURVE

Wedge, print and a hummingbird

How do you pick your outfit? Do you choose the clothes first and then decide for the shoes, bag and accessories? Usually I start by choosing one piece (skirt, top, dress, shoes, bag, earrings) that I want to wear and then style around it. In this case, I started with the shoes. Since I hand't used them for almost a year I thought it was time to take them out of their box and then everything else started coming together. 

As you can see I am wearing a hummingbird temporary tattoo. It is just a great solution for my fear of needles and my worry that I will get bored of something permanent. This local designer has these really cute designs that I just love.

• Black tank top: H&M
• Beige and white full skirt with print/pink cardigan: PRIMARK
• Metallic pink serendipity demi wedge sandals: MARC BY MARC JACOBS
• Pink backpack: ZARA
• Long eye earrings: THE CRAV CONCEPT
• Hummingbird water colour style temporary tattoo: HOLA TATUMI

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

Feline in Plaka

One of the most beautiful neighbourhoods of Athens is definitely Plaka. It is amazing how although you are just at the centre of the city it feels as if you were transported somewhere else with the narrow alleys, the trees, the beautiful neoclassical buildings and the views of Acropolis and other archaeologic sites located nearby. If you are planning a visit take the time to walk around and have lunch in one of the traditional tavernas you will find around the area. During the summer opt for a nice hat to protect you from the sun and a comfortable, cute pair of sandals that will allow you to explore that your feet hurting!

• Hot pink tank top with print: BRIAN LICHTENBERG
• White culottes/ brown sandals with pom poms: PRIMARK
• Brown handbag: DKNY
• Wicker hat: H&M