FASHION NEWS: J.CREW SEPTEMBER STYLE GUIDE

If you are a J.Crew snob like I am, then you probably already know that the company released an exclusive first look of their September Style Guide on Pinterest this past Monday (you didn't know?). If you still haven't seen it, then maybe you should take a few minutes and decide for yourself wether you like it or not. As much as I've been a fan ever since Jenna Lyons took over the reins and transformed J.Crew into something cool that you could actually be seen wearing, I will admit I'm not crazy about the September Style Guide. It all seems a little bit boring, except for the "sneakers with practically everything" concept that has been going on for a quite a while now in street style, and that obviously J.Crew is now endorsing. Who doesn't love sneakers nowadays? According to the J.Crew creative team, you can wear sneakers with your business suit. In my personal opinion you might just end up receiving a call from human resources. Better just stick to wear them for walking to work. At least sneakers are cool now. Back in the 80's and 90's you could spot women all over NYC walking around in the most hideous white athletic sneakers. Horrible! 

However, just because It looks a little bit boring at glance it doesn't mean that I don't have some favorites I would like to get for the upcoming season. At the end of the day it's J.Crew, of course I want something they have (like maybe the metallic silver Oxfords. Ummm YEAH!) 

J.Crew boyfriend fatigue jacket in camouflage.

J.Crew Etta studded heal pumps (floral printed of course).

J.Crew mirror metallic oxfords.

Yeah, for all of you youngsters out there, this really happened, like, fo real! The Sex And The City creators didn't just made it up, it's actually part of the history of fashion archives. 

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OUTFIT POST: HOW TO WEAR A 1940'S RETRO INSPIRED ROMPER

Good morning guys! We're halfway thru the week so you should be happy. When you least expect it it's already Sunday and you're having a hangover from all the weekend's partying woohoo. 

Yesterday I shared with you the details of my retro inspired romper or like my friend Hans says, shorteralls, whichever suits your fancy best. Today I'm showing you the complete look. The "shorteralls" are Leifnotes from Anthropologie, shoes are from Massimo Dutti (most comfortable heel ever), necklace is vintage, sunglasses are from Stradivarius (I Think), and the fedora I bought at Scotch & Soda. Like I mentioned in the outfit details post, I would love to wear this outfit with an actual vintage or vintage inspired turban and retro looking Prada sunglasses. Wouldn't that be awesome (red lips, cat eyeliner, and massive amounts of mascara of course). 

This outfit is specially flattering for those women who wish to create the illusion of a curvier figure. Why? Because it has an hourglass silhouette (defined waist, loose bottom, and volume around the shoulder areas). Also flattering for women with a triangle shape body because the sleeves help to create the illusion of a more proportionate figure. In overall a very feminine, womanly, but also playful look. 

Hope you like it! Have fun creating outfits yourself. Remember, you never know who you might end up inspiring with your own creativity. Believe it or not there's always someone watching you. 

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OUTFIT DETAILS: 1940'S RETRO INSPIRED ROMPER

You guys want to know why I decided to start these outfit details posts? Here it goes...

Most of the time people pay way to much attention to celebrities and famous bloggers lives, what they wear (meaning brands), where they are going, what they are doing, and how they are mix and matching their clothing to copy or imitate or to simply find inspiration to create their own outfits or fantasize about having a different kind of life. This is perfectly fine, I do it myself too, but how often do we really take the time to appreciate what makes a piece of clothing or accessory or shoe so special? When do we pay homage to the little details? If there is something my mother taught me when I was a little girl it is to appreciate even the smallest of details because they are what set apart something average from something spectacular. Sometimes I go inside high end designer boutiques to literally dissect each and every piece of clothing just to marvel myself. I love to feel the fabrics and appreciate each and every sartorial detail because that is in fact the integrity of piece. That is exactly why I fell in love with fashion, not because I wanted to be surrounded by luxury and labels, but because I fell in love with the integrity of clothing, the little details. 

Ever since I moved to Miami and started school again I've been feeling a new wave of inspiration and creativity flowing inside of me. Don't get me wrong, I love my native Guatemala, it is the most beautiful country but I guess I just needed a little change. When I came here I noticed all my clothes where mostly jeans and in neutral colors (don't ask me why, I was going thru a phase). I looked boring and I was boiling (of course). So I decided to go shopping for colors, and prints, and everything short. Now I get excited when I dress in the morning, a feeling I had lost. Now I feel feminine, and girlie, and sexy, and all things good. One of the pieces I bought on my shopping expedition is this floral print romper from Leifnotes that I bought at Anthropologie (my happy place). Reason I love it so much is because it's design and cut has a 1940's retro feel to it, and we all know I love retro. Take a look at the little details around the sleeves and you'll understand what I'm talking about. Wait till you see it on me. This time I thought it would be interesting to wear it with my Scotch & Soda (my other happy place) fedora but I would love to find the perfect turban to wear with it (and retro looking Prada sunglasses). If anyone knows where I can find one let me know. Meanwhile enjoy the little details and stay tuned for the complete look coming later on.

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THE LOOK: BUSTIERS AND HIGH WAISTED SHORTS

Ok guys, just as promised earlier today. Here's the bustier and high waisted shorts complete look. If you didn't have the chance to look at the outfit details post click here to find out where I got all these lovely pieces. 

Enjoy the rest of your afternoon!

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OUFIT DETAILS: BUSTIERS AND HIGH WAISTED SHORTS

So, you guys didn't think I was done with my bustier did you? In fact I still have a few other ideas cooking up that I want to share with you further on. You're gonna love them. 

Today I'm showing you a way to wear a bustier with high waisted shorts. Again, the key word here is "high waisted." I bought this linen high waisted shorts a couple of years ago at Massimo Dutti. Whenever I need great classic pieces I go to Massimo Dutti. They're really good quality considering their price (although in Guatemala Massimo Dutti is not really cheap like in Spain). Every single piece of clothing that I've bought there has lasted me a very long time. This shorts are also incredibly versatile because of their neutral color, you can pair them up with several other tops and look great. I'm thinking a classic white button down shirt, basic little white t-shirt, a soft button down silk shirt, or a gingham bustier like the one in this post. I once wore this shorts with the cutest sailor stripe top with short ruffled sleeves, also from Massimo Dutti. The great thing about this outfit (aside from the fact that the shorts cover my not so tight stomach) is that the neutral color of the shorts allow the bustier to stand out and be the center of attention, which is exactly what we want. 

I visualize myself wearing this outfit while on vacation in Rio de Janeiro. I'm always fantasizing about being in Rio de Janeiro and you'll here me say it over and over again. 

Right now I'm showing you only outfit details. Why? because beauty is in the details and because it encourages fantasy and creativity. Later on today I'll be uploading the complete look post. As always, you're  just gonna have to stick around fo mo! 

Shorts: Massimo Dutti

Bustier: Anthropologie

Hat: Scotch & Soda

Bag: Massimo Dutti

Necklace: Vintage

Sunglasses & Opticals: Zara

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OUTFIT POST: HOW TO WEAR A BUSTIER AND TULLE SKIRT

Ok guys, just as promised. I procrastinated for a little while buuuuut here you have it, a complete outfit look. Yet another narcissistic post about me. I kind of wanted to stop with the narcissism which is why I started doing the outfit details posts but you guys asked for it, and of course you're wishes are my command (not all though, I'm not getting naked). I'm telling you, moving to another country is not easy. In Guatemala I had a cool background for my outfit posts and I also had a team of incredible professionals working with me on my Mademoiselle Red posts but now that I moved to Miami I have to start from zero all over again. It's ok, no biggie, we did it once, we'll do it again. Ain't nobody got no time to be afraid of new challenges. I have faith that God will lead me to the right people and when I least expect it I'm gonna be working again with amazing creative people. 

By the way, I can't believe my necklace flipped around in most of the photographs, sorry for that, photographing oneself is not easy. Anyhow you get the point. Also, In case you didn't get to see the outfit details post click here. 

Bustier: Anthropologie

Skirt: Anthropologie

Necklace: Anthropologie

Shoes: J.Crew

Sunglasses: Vintage

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SHADY LADY

What type of shady lady are you? Which is your style? Vintage, romantic, femme fatal, urban, hipster, girlie...

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FEMININE PRINTS THAT WONT MAKE YOU LOOK MATRONLY

Lately I've been talking a lot about my new found girlie side. A few posts ago I gave you 5 easy tips on how to include girlie elements to your wardrobe. One of them was to experiment with prints. The great news is that in order to look feminine or girlie you don't have to wear matronly floral prints (Laura Ashley style), In fact there are many fun and beautiful prints you can experiment with that will also help you achieve girlieness without looking like a casting member from Little House on the Prairie. Here's an outfit I put together yesterday that made me feel very feminine but also modern with a quirky touch. I paired it up with neon pink flats, a statement necklace and neon pink scarf in case it got chilly at night. Take a look.

Anthropologie jumpsuit and Chat'e necklace

J.Crew scarf

J.Crew flats

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OUTFIT POST: MIXING THE OLD WITH THE NEW

A couple of years ago I bought this Gap denim vest at a flea market that a friend of mine organized here in Guatemala to raise funds for a local non-profit organization. It's pretty amazing the things that you'll find at a flea market if you have patience and you know how to dig in well. 

Yesterday I was invited to a little friendly gathering to say good bye to one of our really good friends who is moving away for a few months. I love gatherings because they are a great opportunity to dress up. I decided to wear my "second hand" Gap denim vest with my new Anthropologie dress, JCrew sandals, and statement necklace also from Anthropologie that I bought a few years ago. A very summery outfit perfect for my newfound girlieness. YES! I admit it! I'm girlie! 

Dress Anthropologie

Vest Gap

Necklace Anthropologie

Shoes J.Crew

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EXPLORING MY GIRLIE SIDE

On Sunday, a day before my trip to Guatemala,  I decided to head myself to my happy place Anthropologie (by now you've already noticed how big of a fan I am) to find something artsy to wear for my friend's Manny Rionda photo exhibition to take place on July 4 at the Museo Ixchel here in Guatemala City. Hidden away in the "last items in store" rack I found this A-M-A-Z-I-N-G Daksha Stitched Blouse. It's sleeveless with a peplum bottom. I kinda look like a fluffy cupcake but I love it, specially now that I'm exploring my girlie side. I'm thinking about wearing it with my Rag & Bone white skinny jeans and silver J.Crew pumps. I can't wait to wear it! Anyhow... Here's a preview of my beautiful outfit. Isn't it the most gorgeous thing ever! 

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SAILS UP!!! NAUTICAL STYLE TIME!!!

Hello everyone, I'm happy to announce that I'm finally home with my family and friends in Guatemala. I'm only here for a few days so I'm gonna try to enjoy it as much as I possibly can. I'm going everywhere and doing everything.

If you guys only knew what a mission it was this morning thanks to the HEAT PARADE!!! My flight was scheduled to leave at 12:35pm. I knew the Heat parade was taking place at 11am so I thought that if I left my house at 8am I would have no problem (mind you I live practically in front of the arena). Anywho... to make loooooong story short: I walked down to Biscayne Blvd to look for a cab, couldn't find one, I sweat like a pig, walked back to my building, called a cab company, waited two hours, no cab, walked to the parking lot where I had my car, noticed my car had zero gas, drove down to Flagler to look for a gas station, put gas, drove to the airport, left my car parked there, dragged my luggage to American Airlines, and made it JUST IN TIME! Just thinking about it makes me anxious all over again, so let's just forget about all that and thank God that I'm finally here with my people. 

Today I have a nautical inspired outfit to share with you guys. I don't know why but lately I've been experimenting with my girlie side, the one I had lost a while ago and finally got it back. If anything this dress is G-I-R-L-I-E and you know what? I love it! I'm not gonna be in denial of my girlieness anymore, I'm just gonna embrace it. 

Dress Anthropologie

Shoes Massimo Dutti

Vintage bag

Vintage necklace

Shoes Massimo Dutti

Sails up!!!

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