The "Summer formula"

I would say that my summer uniform will reflect some of the decisions I made this last winter. I decided I would simplify, I would define my basic silhouette and buy lots of pieces that fit that silhouette. This meant I would loose less time in the morning deciding what to wear and I would eliminate those purchases of different items that I fell in love with but that didn't match anything I had in my closet, didn't match my personal style and would end up on a hanger in my closet. This way you're perfecting your own style and you will look and feel more focused.

So, what will be my summer look? Well, my formula will be this one:

ZARA

I always feel I need simple basic tops and cool bottoms to face the "hot" season.  When I'm using intricate tops, with fancy fabrics and details I feel stuffed and overheated.

Zara has amazing basics that most people often forget to check out. The best thing is that you can buy any of these tops for less than 20€ and easily put a look together, for day and night. 

Blue / Rust

 These two colors mixed are everything I need for the summer...

Current mood.... Color

My summer colors.

Summer 2015

Don't ask me to talk abou light colors and flowy fabrics in January ou February, it's not in my nature but in the last couple of weeks Spring made it's appearence and I finally started to show real interest for summer clothes and trends, check out my Pinterest summer board so you can see what is catching my attention for the sunny season.

By far, the most influential collection for me and the rest of the world was Chloé's bohemian Spring Summer 2015 collection. The color pallete (indigo, toffe, mustard yellow, white and hints of pastel colors), the accessories, the clothes and their materials, the way the models were styled... They set the guideline to follow and I tend to obey them.

Colorful Spring...

Tunic, shorts and bag \\  ZARA

Sandals \\ MANGO

Sunglasses \\ RAY-BAN

\\ ZARA

\\ ZARA

MANGO SS15

How to make memorable campaigns?

Ask Chloé, they always get it right.

Caroline Trentini and Eniko Mihalik photographed by Inez & Vinoodh.

My name is Gladiator!

All-time favorite summer shoe.

1 // Miu Miu suede lace-up sandals

2 // Karl Lagerfeld For Melissa violatta gladiator black flat sandal

3 // ALDO Zeanna nude gladiator flat sandals

4 // Gianvito Rossi lace-up suede sandals

5 // Giuseppe Zanotti studded suede sandals

6 // Zara nude leather roman sandals

PARIS FASHION WEEK Spring 2015 // Valentino

There is so much more to say about PFW Couture and NYFW is already upon us... despite that there is still something we have to talk about, that Valentino show that once again exceeded all expectations. I understand that most people will find this collection too theatrical and too literal in it's interpretation of sixteenth/ seventeenth century folk but a Couture collection can be all that, actually it should be all that and even more. No harm done, haute couture lets designers exercise their creativity muscle without restraints and the result is always something to behold.

The designers Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli walked us through the social ladder of the early modern russian society, from the rural workforce consisting of the peasent woman that wore simple dresses with plain fabrics, to the noble woman that wore rich fabrics with brocade patterns embroidered and deep colors. Once again folk motifs are present and this time is very easy to spot the russian inspiration.

What else can I add? You just need to look at the clothes and you'll start dreaming of touching them and being abble to apreciate those embroideries anf fabrics in first-hand.

\\ Suede

Suede is replacing neoprene in my heart has my favorite material this season. It represents the return to natural and simple fabrics instead of the technologically advanced synthetic materials. 

Bag - Zara

Sandals - Altazurra

Dress - H&M

Mango 2015 SS Campaign

Replacing Daria Werbowy is never easy but Anna Ewers can certainly do the job.

Mango Spring 2015 Campaign

"Fast fashion" fights back

The Zara S/S 2015 campaign by Jamie Hawkesworth with Ine Neefs, Grace Hartzel and Jean Campbell. One of the best Zara campaigns to date.

PARIS FASHION WEEK Spring 2015 // Armani Privé

Mr. Armani problably doesn't know how to make ugly clothes, I imagine that even if he tried he would fail miserably. 

This collection has a very strong asian influence, from the traditional japanese silhouettes with the belted kimonos to the bamboo prints and bamboo runway. The soft pastel color sugest some tranquility and serenety to this collection that resignates with the Armani woman, one can only hope to become one some day.

Overwhelmed

So I really don't know where to beguin... Couture week is by far my favorite fashion week. I dare say that seeing one of these shows in person in first row is on my bucket list, not because of the status associated with being seated in that row among major fashion icons and celebrities but because I would be able to apreciate every detail and details are what couture is all about. When I was in London I visited the Victoria and Albert Museum and was able to see couture pieces in person and the experience was so special that I had chills with some of the dresses.

These last four days in spite of the beautiful weather outside I found myself stuck at home babysitting my new friend/homewrecker/puppy/cuttest thing on earth and that gave me time to see every show so far. I feel overwelmed with so many outstandingly beautiful things to behold. Like Freddie Mercury sings, it´s a kind of magic,

Christian Dior // Armani Privé // Chanel // Gianbattista Valli

PARIS FASHION WEEK Spring 2015 // Atelier Versace

It all starts with Atelier Versace with fully dressed women in fitted tailleurs with amazing flare pants that made me wish I had the hight that allows you to rock this style of pants. Slowly introducing volume  and cutouts, the female body starts to appear and the Versace woman starts to take shape. The color palette is strong but unnapeling to me, black, white, royal blue and red, this only makes sense if the Versace house is unapologetically trying to appeal to the "all american" woman. Not much more can be said about this collection that to me doesn't have the appeal of a couture show.

The "power suit" with flare pants

Belts, huge belts

and...  transparecies and cutouts that show off the body has only Versace woman can.

IT'S HERE!!