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refresh your summer look

OMG. I was at the Lululemon store yesterday to check out those Speed Wunder tights, and freaked out when I noticed the Refresh Maxi Dress II by the cash register. My last Lululemon freak-out moment happened two years ago when they released the Noir dress; and I have been hoping for more dresses like this one for, well, two years now.

Love the long and fitted look, stretchy cotton fabric, the racerback back, and the side slits for a sexier look; and the heathered grey color — it's not black!! Ha! Ladies and gentlemen, please meet my new go-to dress for the summer.

Where to buy? Lululemon

into the blue

It's not black!! And it's so pretty. And it fits so well. I saw those Speed Wunder tights featured on the Lululemon newsletter. I ran to the store to try them on, and #BOOM. Done and done.

Where to buy? Lululemon.com

not so common

White low-top sneakers are the hot thing these days. So when one of my girlfriends told me she got pink tennis shoes — 'blush' pink to be exact, I got skeptical. It took a trip to NYC to see my friend's Woman by Common Projects sneakers in person and try them on to get convinced they are probably the best thing ever. So much, I ordered them on the spot because I had to have them. I am 'modeling' them here. #BOOM

If you are eager to add 'something blush' to your wardrobe this spring season, go get them before they sell out.

Where to buy? Barneys | Ssense

 

business in the front. party in the back.

A pair of black stiletto heels is probably a woman's best friend. It is flattering to the silhouette, elongates the leg, and gives us a huge boost of confidence; because if we can walk in them, we can pretty much do anything. Anything. Right?

These Gianvito Rossi Ellipsis Pumps are EVERYTHING. 4-inch heel, pointed toe, black suede, and one small detail that differentiates them from any other heels: the high back detail; it has un je-ne-sais-quoi that makes them so damn perfect.

Where to buy? Barneys | Saks Fifth Avenue

little black staple

Jumpsuits are all the rage. And I am totally fine with it. Because when you have nothing to wear — aka all the freakin' time, a jumpsuit is this one piece that you just throw on and accessorize with either a pair of high heels and a sophisticated clutch, or a pair of K Jacques sandals and a fancy backpack. The Joie Mardalina jumpsuit is the most perfect jumpsuit out there: black caviar color, round neckline, elastic waist with drawstring tie, side pockets. YES!

Caveat: It's the most practical piece of clothing until it isn't, i.e. when you have to go to the bathroom; I get ski trip flashbacks. Ha!

Where to buy? Shopbop | REVOLVE | Bloomingdale's | Neiman Marcus

navy < > black

The AIR by alice + olivia v-neck gathered dress might be my new favorite dress for work and play / day and night. I love the navy color, the fitted cut, and the stunning deep v-neck line. Oh, and the exposed back zip. So sexy. I already see myself wearing the crap out of this dress.

11/19 update: I'm wearing the crap out of this dress.

Where to get it? Shopbop

girls night out

Ladies night!! So I decided to be bold (and bright) and did wear the Ronny Kobo Camilla dress that night. Yes, I was not wearing black for once and yes, I felt slightly weird about it. He!

More details about this dress on [fff].

colours!!

1. The Ronny Kobo Camilla dress is not black. Yay for colors!!
2. It has the most perfect neckline
3. It looks like a Missoni dress without the price tag
4. Done and done

Where to buy? Shopbop | REVOLVE

fornasetti in the wild

Look how pretty!! The all around fffabulous InStyle editor Kahlana Barfield uses the Fornasetti Flora Lidded Candle container as a make-up brush holder. Clever and so pretty.

More details on the Fornasetti Flora Lidded Candle on [fff].

Photo credit: @lamer and @kahlanabarfield

so much yum

Okay, I'll admit that I am a bit obsessed with Fornasetti in general and its candles in particular. The candles are one of these small pleasures in life that makes everything sophisticated and pretty. The Fornasetti Flora Lidded Candle is no exception: it features Fornasetti's house muse Lina Cavalieri in the guise of the mythical fertility goddess, it is colorful and fun; and just like any of its candles, it smells so yummy. Its musky floral scent created by master perfumer Emmanuel Philip blends notes of lily of the valley, white rose, orange blossom, jasmine, tuberose, sandalwood, and musk. Oh. My. God. 

Where to buy? Barneys | Amazon

pretty red lips

Another Fornasetti favorite: their candles. Why? They are original with beautiful designs—in this case with a lithographic image of house muse Lina Cavalieri's nose and red lips; they smell super yummy—in this case it's all about Fornasetti signature scent's warm Otto fragrance; imagine a mix of lavender, cedar wood, incense. Incroyable. And when 60 hours of burn time have passed, you can reuse this beautiful lidded ceramic container to store pretty much anything in the bathroom, at your desk or by your bed. Worth every penny; and makes for a beautiful hostess or birthday gift as well.

Where to buy? Barneys New York. Of course.

bucket list item #33

This is Diana Kruger wearing Stella McCartney's printed t-shirt from the Autumn '14 collection and 'playing with' the Hollywood sign. LOVE. LOVE. LOVE.

Which reminds me of my bucket list item #33: Hike to the Hollywood sign next time I'm in LA. Preferably the Mila Kunis / Justin Timberlake way in Friends with Benefits. heart-shaped eyes smiley face emoji^3.

Photo credit: @stellamccartney

something blue

There is no end to my Louboutin obsession. This time, this comes in the form of those Iriza D'Orsay Pump in the most perfect blue. This is a great neutral color that will spice up any outfit, whether it be a little black —or white— dress, or distressed skinny jeans and a white tee. And, they are the perfect 100mm high. <3

Where to buy? Barneys New York, Neiman Marcus and Wilkes Bashford.

(fancy) valentino in the (fancy) wild

Seriously, how can you not love those Valentino red camo stiletto heels? HOT. HOT. HOT.

More details about those Valentino red camo stiletto heels on [fff]. 

Photo credit: One hell of a fashionista. If you know her name, please do share. Must give credit where credit is due.

red + camo + heels = one hell of a valentino combo

They may not be a shoe you'd go for the first time you set your eyes on it because WTH would someone come up with red camo anything!!? Right? Right. I still ended up clicking the 'submit your order' button and next thing you know, these Valentino red camo stiletto heels are my new favorite pair of heels. To wear with pretty much *anything*. Compliments guaranteed. Note that I went half a size up in those.

In case you need more convincing, here is a pic of them in the wild on [fff].

Where to buy? Bluefly, Belle & Clive and Farfetch.

day and night. night and day.

New home décor obssession: Anything and everything Fornasetti. I am redoing the master bedroom, and of course, with new headboard comes new fancy pillows. And what's cooler than Fornasetti décorative pillows? The Tema pillow and the Silenzio pillow are original yet neutral and can be mixed and matched with colorful pillows. #BOOM

better than nude

New day, new favorite brand of stiletto heels. The Sergio Rossi pointy toe heels are one of the comfiest heels around; and a new IntermixOnline obsession with #allthecolors. The style du jour: the Sergio Rossi Godiva Lizard Leather Pump. Classic nude with an edge. To wear night and day with pretty much everything. Fits true to size.

blazing orange

Blazing orange. Lace all over. This Sandro Rehab dress is superb. It has a romantic je ne sais quoi with a sexy edge. All in all, this is the perfect dress to wear at weddings this season.

Don't mind the 'on my way to Soulcycle' no make-up, hair up, sport bra look. I am way too aware that such dress requires the all around dolled-up look. To be paired with the Louboutin Pigalle stiletto heels in patent nude. In real life pictures to be posted soon. Just because.

bright red

Bright red. Structured with strategically placed cutouts in the front and in the back. Zipper in the front. A v-neck line for the most perfect cleavage. And that fabric that gives it such a modern look. SOLD. The Sandro Paris Relax Dress is a bit on the short side but hey! YOLO!

PS: Love that Bloomingdale's had those fancy black stiletto heels available in their fitting room. Planning to wear this dress with my Louboutin Pigalle stiletto heels in nude patent or my Louboutin stiletto heels in black. <3

MOAR colors

I am that woman in black. I just love wearing black. There are millions reasons why one would wear black: It is slimming. Everything goes with everything. Coffee spills just never happened. It is incredibly sophisticated. Noone can tell when you wear that thing over and over again. Except that, in my case, I own *at least* ten little black dresses and people (read: guys in general, coworkers in particular) think I'm always wearing the same dress. The irony.

Anyway, I've decided to add more colors into my life. The plan is to start with a couple dresses that I'll wear at special events this summer. Because: baby steps. These are the dresses. Sandro dresses. Namely: the Sandro Paris Relax Cut-out Dress and the Sandro Paris Rehab Dress. In bright red and blazing orange. Stay tuned for actual descriptions of those dresses / dress rehearsal in the posts to come. #BOOM

on the red carpet

Rocking my Louboutin Malabar heels on the red carpet. At the Red Cross Gala 2015. #BOOM

beauties

These Louboutin Malabar Hill stiletto heels belong to a museum. In fact, I pondered whether I should ever wear them. Because they are perfect in every way. Classic black with killer details, i.e. just the right mix of soft leather, patent leather and black rockstuds. Add to these a pointy toe and a 100mm heel, and you have the whole package.

I wear these beauties at black tie events and cocktail parties with short dresses—got to show them off, or on a night out with skinny jeans; in all events, they always WOW the crowd. I am an 8.5 in general, and a 9.5 in those, fyi.

must-haves

Don't overthink it and get those Louboutins already. Now. The Louboutin Pigalle are a thing and rightfully so. Get the 100mm, pointy toe, nude patent kind, and you will never have to shop for a pair of heels last minute ever again. Because they will be the shoe you'll wear when everything else fails. I am an 8.5 in general, and a 9.5 in those, fyi.

making the jump

On a typical -day or- night out, you will either find me:

• Out of battery. And in that case you don't want to come close to me. Or maybe you should because this is probably the only time I won't be glued to my phone. He!
• Phone switched off because I have 5% battery left and I'll need those 5% to order an Uber eventually. 
• Standing by a power outlet, charging my phone so I can order my Uber as soon as my phone has come back to life.
• Falling in love with a friend a bit more because they happen to have a battery pack handy. That would be my friend Sarah. I <3 you, Sarah.

Now, you may wonder why I haven't invested in that battery pack already. Like how hard can this be? Well, the only thing that has been preventing me from getting that life-saver Uber-friendly battery pack is #allthechoices—which one to get? and that I'll now have to also remember to charge that battery pack as well. Unless that battery pack doubles into a charging cable. Which happens to be what the JUMP cable is all about. Which means I am ordering it right now. And so should you because it's fffabulous, and chances are: I won't be sharing mine. Per the above. <3

and the winner is...

This is everything. Of all the Oscar dresses last night, Scarlett's dress—and Scarlett Johansson herself—were my very favorites. The dress: Deep green. Fitted. Accessorized to perfection... That necklace, that hairdo, this 'port de tête'. Everything about it transpired elegance, confidence and feminine strength, and may I add power? Aaah, Scarlett. Thank you for the eye candy and the inspiration.

#superloved

Muscle tops are #allthethings this season. And the Current/Elliott muscle top is about to become a staple—mark my word. Once you've found out which size you are in that top, just browse the web and order the ones that match your style best, i.e. take your pick amongst the cute quotes, fancy drawings, animal prints, or go totally plain or dramatically distressed. That said, I #superlove the Super Loved muscle top. Because what not to like about being super loved, and saying it out loud to the world?

not your typical denim jacket

Wait, what? A colleague of mine was sporting this Gap stud denim jacket the other day, and of course, I had to ask her everything about it. To my surprise, she had *just* gotten it, which meant I had a chance to get it, too. (yay). And, she had gotten it at Gap for $74.95. (double yay). So of course, I had to order it right away. And of course, I had to blog about it. Seriously, isn't it crazy adorable? And trendy? And adorable?

same skirt. different color.

I love my H&M sequined skirt in bronze & army green. I noticed that it is now available in black. So, yes, I am gonna order it in black. Because it is fancy, festive and all around fabulous. And, Friday nights will never quite look the same. Click here to read our previous review of it.

be Valentino fierce

The Valentino rockstud cage ballerina flats are everything. You can wear them all day, everyday and it's totally okay. Because they won't hurt (guaranteed), they go with everything, and they are fierce; they will literally stop people in their tracks, men and women alike. I pondering whether I should get them in another color. Hmmm, should I?

the most perfect cachemire cardigan

I didn't stop at the perfect leather jacket. I had to get the perfect cachemire cardigan, too. Margaret O'Leary has so many of those though that it's hard to choose. I did pick the St. Moritz Cachemire Cardigan in black—black again, I know, I know. It is so luxurious! It is made of heavy cachemire, it is extremely comfy, and so stylish with the drapes in the front and the big hoodie. It's been my perfect little travel companion. <3