Caribbean Flow

Hi loves,

When I lived in NYC I treasured every ounce of the summer time because the season was short-lived!    And then the fall and winter blues quickly settled in.  Now that I am back home in Puerto Rico, I am grateful to have an eternal summer season.  Fashion wise, that means that I can wear flowy, breezy, light, colorful, and rich textiles all year long.  Lately, I am into off-shoulder bohemian tops and dresses.  I find the off-shoulder trend subtly sexy, and it complements nicely one of my favorite body parts, my collarbone and shoulders.  What I also love about these relaxed and flowing pieces is that  they are absolutely comfortable and perfect for very warm weather.  If you are the one that loves showing off your shoulders, then this trend is for you.  If you are not sure, try it!

Here I lea you with some tasseled, bright, and Talavera tiles-inspired pieces that I am sure will inspire you to update your summer wardrobe!  Enjoy!

-Diana

P.S. Information on where to get these pieces is below the first or second picture of each new look.

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Dress: Zara (No longer available, but similar here TopShop; Shopbob)
Handbag: Urban Outfitters (No longer available, but similar here Urban Outfitters)
Sunglasses: Forever 21

Top: Zara Kids (No Longer Available)
Skirt: Zara (No Longer Available) There are some similar in the Zara website, running 50% off!
Clutch Frida Kahlo:  Dulce Calavera (Follow her on IG @dulce_calavera)
Sandals: Target

Top: Zara (No longer available, but similar here TopShop; Asos)

What Monkey See Monkey Do...

What Monkey See Monkey Do...

Del Pozo Spring/Summer 2015

Hi loves,

Monkeys have been at the center of some of the SS'15 runways, including two of my favorite designers, Valentino and Del Pozo.  Both of these masters of design are known for their whimsical and romantic designs, full of delicate flowers and exotic animals.  This time monkeys are taking center stage.  I could not be any happier, because Monkeys--and there around 250 species--are one my favorite animals.  Monkeys are curious, mischievous, adventurous, intelligent and fun. And so are these beautiful displays of craftsmanship.  The pieces shown below are fun, mischievous and adventurous, without losing that refined, richness, and luxuriousness often associated with genius designers!  Bravo, Valentino and Del Pozo for this wild call...

Valentino Spring/Summer 2015

Valentino Spring/Summer 2015

I seemed to have anticipated to these designers because last year I found at an Instagram Thrift Shop (@cleanupcloset) a gorgeous Lily Pulitzer Monkey dress, which I can't get enough of.  The dress is perfect for summer cocktails, birthday parties, brunches, lunches, dinner, and strolling through the beach and park.  It will surely be a conversation piece...

Let's Warm It Up!

Hi loves,


One of my favorite fashion accessories during wintertime are big, cozy, chunky, knit infinity scarves. They are the perfect accessory to keep you warm in this Arctic-like weather, and they are great for falling asleep in unusual places like the NYC subway.  It makes the ride more pleasant and comfortable!  Big infinity scarfs have plenty of fabric to play around with them, so you can tighten them up, loosen them up, or twist in multiple layers.  I usually tuck my hair inside them, pulling some strands up for a more editorial look (Look below!).  You can find the best ones at Urban Outfitters, such as the one I am wearing here.

Since these scarfs are so dramatic, I went with basic winter pieces: A black leather skirt and a plaid top. So, let yourself be wrapped around this shoots done by my beautiful friend Melissa Bernier in her Upper East Side residence building!  I also put some additional pictures on other styles and where you can find them.  Enjoy!

-Diana
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CREDITS:

Top: Forever 21

Skirt: Ann Taylor Loft

Booties: Forever 21

Tights: American Apparel

Scarf (Similar): Urban Outfitters

ADDITIONAL STYLES: 

J Crew

Forever 21

Asos

English Garden

Hi loves,

This week is double the fun, as I will do TWO blog posts.  One for those stuck in this dreary winter weather, and another one for those like me, who get to go to more tropical climates to celebrate the holidays.  But not too worry, because for those of you who have to endure the winter weather, I am doing a fashion spread that will keep you warm.  For this photo shoot, I am modeling one of my favorite items in my closet-- my H&M wrap cardigan.  Unfortunately, its no longer available but I have made sure to provide you with the information and links of where you can purchase similar options.  This English Garden-inspired cardigan is multi-purpose, you can wear it a home, as a lounge piece, for work with a more formal bottom and top, and for a day or night of fun. You can also play with it, and tie in a knot at the bottom ends, or wear it loosely.  Seriously, I have used it in all ways described, and always feel comfortable in it.

Cardigans are practical staples to have, whether they are solid or patterned... Not only do they keep you warm, but they are also pliable, and you can twist and turn them in which ever way you want to give your look a more polished or a more casual vibe.

So take a close look at this English Garden fest... and stay tuned for my next post this Saturday.  I will let you into my luggage, and a give you a sneak peak at some of the pieces I will be taking to the tropical destination I am heading: Puerto Rico, my home :)

Mucho peace & love,
Diana

Credits:

Cardigans (These are similar options): Abercrombie & Fitch; Etro-Nordstrom; Pink Ice; Rosewe; Rosewe

Shirt: Forever 21

Skirt: J Crew Factory

Tights: American Apparel

Booties:Forever 21

Photographer: Melissa Bernier

Mixing it up!

Hello loves,


Nothing like the winter blues to spark up my technicolor cerebral fluids!  Its no secret that I love bright hues.  I have encountered that my choice of vibrant colors often brings a smile to people's faces, and being a very positive and optimistic person myself, I truly enjoy when that happens.  The environments in which exist can be stressful, so why not pump up the color volume to keep ourselves cheery and motivated.  

For this post, I paired up two of my favorite colors: marigold and bright teal.  I bet some of you are thinking right now, What?  Is she color blind?  In a sense I am, and I encourage you to think color blind sometimes.  By this I mean, go past the traditional rules of what appropriate mixing and matching should be (remember that rule that stated shoes should always match your purse?).  Become a little bit blind to these rules, and start playing with the colors you find in your closet.  Let your eye adjust to it for a minute, as you do with any piece of decor you bring into the house, or with a work of art.  It takes a bit for the eye to get used to something that breaks the norm.   Now, don't go to blind, that you end up clashing!  The key for mixing and matching is to look for colors and patterns that complement each other, without colliding.  Get the picture?... Take a look at my most recent fashion spread shot by my amazing friend Melissa Bernier, and let me know what you think...  

Outfit credits are at the end.

Love,

Diana

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Credits:

Blouse + Necklace: Similar Blouse; Similar Blouse; Etsy (You can find a variety of tassel necklaces in Etsy. The one I am wearing is from HM, but no longer available)

Skirt: J. Crew Factory (similar)
Tights: American Apparel
Boots: Forever 21