SHEATH OR SHIFT DRESS? THAT IS THE QUESTION

As a stylist I have been asked repeatedly one question: What is the difference between shift and sheath dresses?  Both styles sound similar but also have something in common as both refer to uncomplicated dresses with a knee length. The main difference is that the shift dress fitted around waist and hips. Usually has a…

A FLORAL KIMONO + STRAW BASKET = A CUTE COMBO

For today a very simple outfit featuring a crinkled woven kimono with an allover floral print.  It has an open front, long subtle bell sleeves, slits at the sides, and a flowy silhouette. It is made of rayon so it is breathable fabric for a hot summer day.  I paired it with black jeggings and…

A STATEMENT BAG

As I promised yesterday, today´s post is about how to style one of my friend Elena´s bag. I liked the colors so to make it the star of the outfit just added a magenta sleveeless dress with ruflle accents in the deep V neck and ruched detail in the skirt. I got this Lane Bryant…

A GOOD DAY`S BAG

I am easily amazed but, in this case, I am astonished. And you will ask me what happened?  Well my friend Elena gave a wonderful surprise. I always knew she was talented, skillful and creative, but I never knew brilliant she could be. For sure you will think I am quite childish, but it was…

¿EL BOLSO O LA VIDA? POR SUPUESTO, EL BOLSO.

Una tiene una capacidad alucinante para sorprenderse. Y esto es lo que ocurrió con mi amiga Elena. De siempre sabía que era original, creativa, mañosa y dispuesta, pero nunca pude imaginarme cuánto. Sí, sí, podéis pensar que soy un poco ingenua pero la verdad es que fue una muy agradable sorpresa. Bien pues aquí va…

BODYCON OR NOT BODYCON?

  One of the simplest ways to look polished is wearing a bodycon dress as they look modern, easy and fresh. They are so versatile that you can match them with almost everything. However, this type of dress hugs your curves and that is not flattering, then take into consideration this: If you choose a…

WHAT A DIFFERENCE A BAG MAKES!

I think this month´s posts will be about how to use statement handbags to create an outfit. This time I have used two different bags with the same dress and shoes and adding different earrings and ring and how does the outfit change. First let me talk about both straw bags. Both are made of…

TOMBOLO BAG

Tombolos are my favourite landforms and Mount Saint Michel is an example of it. So when I was given this bag I was enchanted as it shows Mount Saint Michel as an island instead of with the low – tide when it is a strip of sand connected with mainland. So as the bag is…

BLACK IN SUMMER

Today is 2nd August and we are in the middle of a heat wave, breaking the rules. It is a fact that black is not for summer although today I am showing you can wear it in summer too. You know I crave for   black and I need my black staples all seasons. And my…

HERE COMES THE SUMMER SUN

This month´s recap is all about summer sun. The heat has come to town and we have enjoyed long summer days. Not many outfits in the blog but lots of informative posts including how to style lace dresses and clutches, new or not so new plus size brands, hair styling tips and how to make…