A Collection of Inspiration

Whenever I see something that I like I always take a picture and save it. I use my digital albums as a personal inspiration board. Anything from a magazine page I saw at the store or a specific fabric that caught my eye, I take a photo and use it as reference. These photographs motivate and inspire me when I am throwing an outfit together. 

What currently inspires me: 

Metallics

Pastels

Florals

Bright Colors

Edgy Stone Jewelry

Fringes

Large Bangles

Toe Detailed Flats

 Leopard Print 

Whats your inspiration?

A Splash of Spring

I've had this orange skirt from H&M hanging on my clothing rack for the longest time and just recently purchased this Jones New York aqua shirt. Half asleep this morning, with today's ensemble in mind I put the two colors side by side and realized the combination was a perfect splash of spring. 

This year's spring trends are all about bold colors and I am obsessed.The fact that I am able to involve such vibrance in my daily outfit choice makes getting dressed in the morning that much more fun!

Wearing: Jones New York shirt ($3.00) , H&M skirt ($8), Theory blazer, Steve Madden wedges, Liebeskind purse ($100 on eBay), Swatch watch, Vince Camuto purple bangle

Sunshine & Color Blocking

Today’s sunny skies and rising temperatures was the espresso shot to my morning.

I decided to go bold and work with the color-blocking trend. Initially I wasn't sure how I felt about blocking two colors together, however after playing around with the trend a little I have conformed.

I really like stimulating colors so these fire engine red jeans did the job. My Jason Wu for Target pink and white polka dot button up was the perfect compliment to soften the complete look.  

Buddy, my favorite kitty decided he wanted camera action too and sneaked into some of my pictures. 

 Wearing:

Vigold Jeans, Jason Wu for Target button up shirt, Franco Sarto heels ($30), Swatch watch, BCBG bracelet, Vince Camuto soft pink bracelet ($15), Tory Burch sunnies ($50)

Favorite Finds

Vintage Carlisle elephant belt ($13) Mish Mash, Prada perfume (gifted), BCBG Bracelet ($15), Vince Camuto earrings ($13), MAC "Shell" cream color base ($21), Too Faced "Pinch My Petals" blush ($20), Swatch gold watch (gifted), Chi Orbit "Clampless Curler" ($29), Shiseido Face Sun Protection Cream ( $5)

Code Purple

The fashion designer behind Fashion week’s Code Purple Event, Robin Crespo came as a special speaker at a local bridal fashion show this weekend.

Known for his Hood-E design that is helping save lives in third world countries, Crespo is on a mission. The special treated purple linen Hood-E not only repels mosquitoes carrying infectious diseases but also prevents individuals from being initially bit.

“The Hood-E provides mobility to people in the villages. There are bed nets when people sleep, but there is no protection when people walk from school, the market or work, said Crespo.

Good for up to fifty washes, this light-weight Hood-E could potentially save a life.

If you are interested in getting involved, donating or even buying a Hood-E for yourself, be sure to check out the website here. 

Vintage Dior Love

I have always had a passion for good vintage pieces and was excited to add this gorgeous vintage fuchsia Christian Dior open shirt jacket to my wardrobe. At only fifty two dollars, it was a total steal.

Here is how I incorporated it into my outfit today:

Wearing: Oversized vintage Christian Dior pink open shirt jacket ($52 Mish Mash), Fenn Wright Manson shirt ($10), Ralph Lauren skinny blue jeans ($35), Lucky Brand wedged black leather boots ($20), Steve Madden purse ($15), H&M necklace ($5), Betsey Johnson sunglasses ($7) 

Mish Mash, Pastels & Prints

  

Today I went to Mish Mash- a high-end consignment boutique filled with designer names like Alexander Wang, Dior and Kate Spade galore.

I was astounded at how many one of kind designer vintage pieces they had. Most of the items in the store were not only in great shape, but also right on trend. Each room was filled with rows of timeless heels, racks of couture blouses and glass encased statement jewelry.

With a budget in mind I decided to splurge on an over-sized hot pink light-weight Dior blazer, a vintage gold plated elephant belt and a pair of Aztec shaped vintage earrings.

Wearing:  Forever 21 top ($8), Ralph Lauren blue label jacket ($25), Vintage pants ($5), H & M purse ($10), Gianni Bini heels ($30), Miscellaneous Boutique and Vintage jewelry