NYFW Spring/Summer 2012- Peter Som

So much to report!!! Here is another collection that I really enjoyed. I know that there are a lot of designers stealing the lime light at the moment, but I would much rather report on the ones that I truly enjoyed. I am not the kind of person to just agree with what everyone says, and well... this blog is supposed to share the things I love, so here it goes. 
Bold prints, a cool surfer style type feel... this collection makes me think of the ocean, the sun, the 60's, and well my beautiful Miami Beach. Being raised in Miami, we really learn how to appreciate prints and colors; it is a part of our culture, nonetheless, it can't be done unless it's in a classy way. People there really care how they look, and they pride on looking pristine in every occasion. Every European friend I have that has visited Miami says the same thing "Been to a lot of places but here you have the beach, the sun, and beautiful classy people". 
Peter Som is not influenced by Miami in anyway, but he comes from sunny California so that's close enough. 

This makes me think of a day on Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL. 

A cute dress that works in the evening, without looking heavy during spring time. 

I love this dress, it can transition from day to evening by changing the shoes and accessories. 

I am loving this outfit, I would match it would a nude or dark chiffon loose tank top underneath the jacket.

I'm feeling this high waisted hot pants style swim suit. 

Simple but easy to accessorize. Add a bold belt, and some colorful jewelry and you have something fun yet simple. 

I love the top! I would pair it with a nice dark wash skinny jeans. 

I would wear each piece mixing it up with a different shirt or bottom. 

This outfit I would pair it with nice colorful jewelry. 

Love this coral dress... again a color that looks good in every woman. 

I can see myself wearing this at a yacht party in the evening. 

Miami days, don't need to say much more than that. 

Fashion is all about choosing what's right for you and making it work with your body, and personality. Don't discard a whole outfit from a collection if you don't like the way they styled something going down the runaway. 

xoxo 

photo by: Marcio Madeira/firstVIEW, source: Vogue.com 

NYFW Spring/Summer 2012- Luca Luca

Pink luscious lips... and lots of fun colors. I honestly enjoyed watching Luca Luca's collection, and I can't wait for spring to come again and allow me to rock some lustrous pink lips. 
Aside from the amazing hair and make-up from the show, I loved most of the outfits showcased on the runaway. In my opinion, the outfits exuded a cool yet feminine-chic vibe that appeals to all ages. I liked the fact that variety was an important element on the show; from sheer fabrics, satins, stripes, polka-dots, vibrant colors, to black or white... there is a piece that meets all tastes and demands. 
Bellow are some of my favorite looks. 

Simple yet chic.

Casual cool, makes me miss Miami Beach. 

Some people say they're tired of rompers, but what they don't understand is that a classic cut is an easy alternative for the "little black dress effect". 

I love this white ensemble.

Hot pink looks good on every skin tone! Don't be afraid to own it!

The minute I saw this I joked with my husband that he should go get it for me. 

photo: Yannis Vlamos / GoRunway.com; Style.com source 

Soundtrack of the Day- Every Teardrop Is A Waterfall by Coldplay

I must confess I have a thing for British bands... but my love affair with Coldplay started ages ago since 1999 (in all fairness I was 12 years old then, and I know they existed as a band under a different name before that). 
Anyway, today is the beginning of another weekend, it's summer time, the day is bright, sunny and warm. Days like these call for a positive upbeat song that just makes you see every color a bit brighter than it might appear. Music influences the way I feel quite often, so by making a pleasant memory with a particular song, it enables me to recreate that same feeling even during a cloudy, stormy, and rainy day. 
When I heard this song for the first time, automatically I started thinking about a lively city, where people just went about their business with a full smile on their faces. Perhaps that thought it's far fetched from our daily reality, but since you can't control how others feel, your best bet is to control your own attitude and just carry on through the day as if "Every siren is a symphony/ And every tear's a waterfall". 
Enjoy your weekend, and keep up the feel good nature of summer. 
And for those on the Southern Hemisphere... Listen to something that takes you to where the sunshine is. 


xoxo 

Is it possible to get comfort and style?

The past few days have been very hectic for me. Getting ready to move overseas, keeping up with doctor's appointments, and preparing to leave for the weekend (I'm going to Montreal) has been a bit harder than anticipated. 

If you live anywhere on the planet where where sunshine is limited only during the spring/summer periods, then you would understand why I chose to walk this entire past week around the city of Toronto. Now, I am on my second trimester and my regular shoes are not as comfy as I once thought they were. My flats are too flat, and I won't last longer than 30 min walking on heels. So, part of my errands was running around town looking for the perfect shoes. I went to all my favorite stores, including Aldo, but all to no avail.

I decided to search online, and I thought to myself should I google Crocs? Now, bare with me that I have never fallen under the "Crocs Spell" for I have always thought my heels, wedges, and flats were all super comfortable thank you very much; however, on a desperate move I visited their website. 

Wow, I was surprised to find that they have some really cute flats available, which promised the same level of comfort as their typical clogs. I decided I would go to their store and give it a try... after all I had been to so many different places already, that I had nothing to lose. 

I must say that I love my new Crocs, I got the Adrina ultraviolet/berry color... they are super comfy and they look really cute with a dress on, leggings, shorts, and you can incorporate them into your outfit for color blocking... purple and orange are very in at the moment. 

They have other flats and cute sandals available in bold colors such as pinks, purples, blues,  neon yellow, and neon greens just to name a few. 

Go check them out and experience the comfort for yourself. 

ps: I am not being endorsed by Crocs or any of their affiliates.