Fall Layers: Leather, Faux Fur & Tulle

Hi everyone, happy Tuesday! Hope you are having an awesome week! I'm sorry that it's been a while since my last post, I have been a little busy lately. Although we are now well and truly into November and Christmas is really just around the corner, the weather in New York has been a little warmer for this time of the year. I don't really mind at all; more time to play around with fall layering ;)

On a separate note, I am heading to Germany tomorrow and will be back after Thanksgiving. I can't wait to explore and learn more about this beautiful country that is filled with historic significance and culture! Stay tuned for my Germany travel post in the coming weeks! :) 

Leather Jacket: Zara; Top: Forever 21; Skirt: Anthropologie (similar); Faux Fur Stole: Zara; Ear Cuff: BaubleBar; Clutch: Miu Miu (similar); Shoes: alice + olivia  

Sunny Side Up

Hi everyone, happy Wednesday! We've been having a pretty mild summer until recently. It's gotten so hot, humid and uncomfortable in the city the past week that it feels like summer just started. To survive the humidity, light, breathable layers are a must ;) I've had this cheerful maxi skirt for a while, but never had the chance to take her out for a spin all summer, until now. She was definitely a great choice in this heat and a splash of enthusiastic optimism I needed for the week.

Top: Forever 21; Skirt: Ann Taylor (similar); Sunglasses: Karen Walker; Necklace: JewelMint; Bag: Mimco; Shoes: Loft

Spring Gingham Trench

Hi everyone, happy Wednesday! What a beautiful spring day! Looks like we are taking a small break from the April rain for some much needed sunshine. I absolutely adore days like this where the temperature is perfect to throw on a light trench, and who can say no to some gingham? :P I've been a little busy lately with work. Between starting a new job, welcoming a new season and planning the next getaway, life has been a little chaotic. I think a splash of blue might just bring some calm and peace to keep me focused. 

Jacket: Banana Republic; Top: Forever 21;  Skirt: Topshop; Sunglasses: Prada; Earrings: Tiffany & Co.;  Necklace: Stella & Dot (similar); Clutch: Mimco; Booties: ShoeMint

Let It Rain...

Hi everyone, hope you are having a fantastic week! They say April showers bring May flowers, I sure hope so, cos there's nothing worse than a whole weekend filled with continuous rain. What do you do when the weather is not going your way? Spend it indoors browsing the Brooklyn museum and more importantly, wear something that will instantly cheer you up. At least, that was my rainy day remedy :)

Top: Forever 21 (similar); Skirt: Zara; Necklaces: BaubleBar (similar, similar); Bag: Ann Taylor (love this); Rain boots: Burberry (similar)

Pop of Red

Hi everyone, happy Wednesday! So, apparently I didn't get the memo that it was going to snow last weekend. Caught in a light flurry (which turned angry in a few hours time to heavy snow), I was saved by my ultra warm military style coat and cashmere lined gloves. I guess black & white was the theme for that day. I then added a pop of red to cheer me up on this cold winter's day and the endless snow storms we've been getting. Small size, but huge presence against winter white :)

Top: Forever 21; Coat: Zara (similar, love this); Skirt: Anthropologie; Belt: FCUK;  Earrings: Chanel;

Gloves: Ann Taylor (similar, love this); Clutch: Michael Kors; Booties: Shoedazzle

Something Wild

Hi everyone, happy Wednesday, hope you are having a wonderful week so far! I was feeling a little cheeky over the weekend and wanted to wear something light-hearted and cheerful. This ensemble is perfect for those casual weekend brunches and strolling around the city. A little animal power in this chilly weather is definitely a mood elevator and a fantastic weapon against the cold! :)

Top: Anthropologie; Jeans: Current/Elliot (similar); Cat Hat: Zara (similar, similar); Ring: BaubleBar; Bracelets: JewelMint & Forever21; Bag: 3.1 Phillip Lim (also love color rust); Shoes: Shoedazzle (similar)

Plaid Fun in Chicago

Hi everyone! Hope you are having a fabulous Thursday! I spent the past weekend in Chicago, a city that I love fondly. When I was in college, I went on an exchange program to study at the University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign. Although it was only a short semester, I really enjoyed every moment of this unique and invaluable experience. I used to drive up to Chicago every now and then to spend the weekend there.  Years later it's easy to tell that this beautiful city never lost any of  its charm. I like to think of visiting Chicago as catching up with an old friend that I haven't seen in years. It's familiar and comforting, just like the good old times, as if nothing's changed :) 

Top: Forever 21 (similar, similar);  Blazer: Zara; Shorts: Topshop (similar); Necklace: BaubleBar;

Bag: Lauren Ralph Lauren (similar); Shoes: Zara (similar)

Summer Chambray

Hi everyone! Hope you are having a great day! Despite the sad fact that summer is soon coming to an end, I am looking forward to transitioning to fall. Fall is one of my favorite seasons of the year. I love watching the leaves turn to a brilliant shade of burnt orange, and the air always smells cleaner and fresher for some reason. It is also the perfect season for layering on jackets, light sweaters, scarfs...endless options. But for now, I am still loving my roof top garden cocktails, outdoor dining and my summer chambray.  

Top: Forever 21 (similar); Shorts: Joe Fresh; Necklaces: J.Crew; Bracelet: Jewelmint; Watch: Michael Kors (similar 2-tone); Bag: Coach (similar in blue); Shoes: Shoeazzle

Flower Power

Hi everyone! Happy Tuesday! What I thought was going to be a miserable day turned out to be great. I love it when that happens :) On gloomy days I often like to put in the extra effort to make up for the shortfall in weather, mood or circumstances. I always believe that how you dress directly influences your mood, thus, a happy outfit ensures a positive outlook for the day no matter what it may bring. To ditch the rain this morning, I thought some flower power was much needed.

 

Top: Forever 21; Pants: Zara; Earrings: BaubleBar; Bangle: Jewelmint; Sunglasses: Chanel; Clutch: FCUK;  Shoes: Shoedazzle  

Going to Great Lengths

Hi everyone! Happy Tuesday! Hope you are having a wonderful day! Since the start of summer (and even spring) I have wanted to try a maxi dress/skirt. Today, being a cooler day and accompanied by a gentle breeze, I thought it would be the perfect day to sport one :) 

Top: Forever 21; Skirt: Asos; Sunglasses: Kookai; Necklace: House of Harlow (also love this); Wallet: Prada; Shoes: Madden Girl (also seen here) (in tan)

Strappy Neon with High-Low Dress

Hi everyone! Hope you all had a fantastic Independence Day long weekend, and enjoyed taking some time off to relax and unwind. I went to see the Macy's fireworks and would highly recommend getting there early if you are keen to get a great spot, and don't fancy starring into the back of some tall guy's head. We didn't manage to leave the house early enough, so we were trapped in a sea of bodies, which at this time of the year, is really not a great idea. But, I was still happy just to be part of the action. I love a good show, and fireworks usually tops the chart! :)

Dress: Forever 21 (similar, similar); Belt: Zara (similar); Earrings: Mouche;  Ring & Cuff: BaubleBar (ring here, cuff here); Wallet: Prada; Shoes: L.A.M.B

C'est La Vie

Hi everyone! Happy Tuesday! The weather has been a bit of a downer lately. Scattered showers and sporadic thunderstorms mixed with high humidity = wet, sweaty and sticky. This makes the commute to and from work everyday very unpleasant :( To overcome this and stay comfortable in the heat, I decided to throw on a breathable cotton tee and added a punch of much needed color. Besides, "c'est la vie" is exactly the right attitude to kick off the long weekend, rain or shine! 

Top: Banana Republic (also loving this); Shorts: Loft (similar); Sun glasses: Gucci; Necklaces: Forever 21 (bike, similar), BaubleBar (initial pendant here); Bag: Coach (similar); Shoes: Loft

Golden Details

Hi everyone, hope you all enjoyed your weekend! It's always very exciting for me to greet the new season, particularly spring. There's an uplift of happiness and energy in the air, and everything's coming to life after months of hibernation. I spent a good portion of my weekend out and about, enjoying the sun and Central Park. When the weather is this beautiful, it calls for an outfit with all the golden trimmings!

Top: Forever 21; Skirt: Zara; Earrings: Gift; Ring: Colette; Clutch: Michael Kors; Shoes: Sole Society (also seen here) (similar)

High Contrast Bright Canary Yellow

Hi everyone! Happy Wednesday! Hope your day is treating you well! I'm going back to basics today with a good dose of black and white colors. I really enjoy looking out for outfits in winter that come in textured materials, interesting patterns and asymmetrical cuts. These qualities give that added dimension and life to your clothing, making them not only fascinating to look at but also just that much more fun to wear.

Top: Forever 21; Jacket: Loft (similar, similar, similar); Skirt: Zara; Sunglasses: Prada; Necklace: H&M (other cute designs here, here);  Bangle: Mouche (other cute designs here, here); Shoes: Shoedazzle (similar, similar, similar)

The White Casual Weekender

Hi everyone! Happy Wednesday! Hope you are enjoying your day! Snow is really exciting for me because I've never lived anywhere that snows in winter. Despite this, I am glad that the weather today is a lot milder. Last weekend, I braced the cold with a white ensemble for a wonder in the snow. The temperature was so cold, as you can see in the photos, I had trouble even standing still =P

Top: Uniqlo, Forever 21; Jeans: J.Crew; Beanie: Gap (similar, similar in ochre color); Earrings: Tiffany & Co.; Bag: Ann Taylor (similar, simiar); Shoes: Skechers (similar in taupe/gold, similar in lemon)

Black & Gold...and a Peplum top

Hi everyone! Hope you all had a fantastic weekend! What a glorious day in the city today; the sun was out and the temperature was nice and warm...almost t-shirt weather =) Feeling invigorated, I decided to pay a visit to the New York Public Library in Midtown Manhattan.

Top: Loft; Jacket: Zara (similar, slurge version here); Jeans: Forever21 (slurge version, Australia version here); Earrings: Marc by Marc Jacobs (also loving this one); Necklace: Mouche (similar, similar); Shoes: Nine West (splurge version)

Fly Away...

Hi everyone! Hope you are having a fabulous day filled with lots of sunshine! I apologise for this delayed post. Hubby and I have been super busy lately as we are preparing our move to NYC!! It's a huge move for the two of us, despite the challenges ahead, we are more excited about the adventures we will experience in the new city. I am definitely looking forward to updating my blog from the fashion capital of the world! As a departing post from Melbourne, I wanted to put on something a little more special to honour our beautiful home city. We may be thousands of miles away, but Melbourne, you are never far from our hearts...

Top: Forever 21; Blazer: Zara (similar, also love this one);  Skirt: Zara (cute dress versions here and here); Headband, Necklace and Bracelet: gift; Clutch: Oroton; Shoes: fed International