Fall's Favourites

The summer is slowly coming to an end. As we prepare to put away swimsuits and shorts, we open the door to new trends, new colour schemes, and definitely new weather.

This fall apparently it's all a bit more glamorous. The colder weather gives us the opportunity to wear more layers, more accessories, but always remember to stay true to your style. Living in London makes it easier for everybody to explore different trends, to mix, to create.

I read somewhere that this fall is all about skirts, shorts are no more apparently. So, instead of posting pictures of skirts, I found more suitable things that can always be combined with them.

Also, most of the items in this section are from shops located in Angel, Islington, however there are some exceptions.

The first item on the list is a top with birds on a wire. How cute is that? Pair it with a skirt and nice pumps for the daytime or change to killer heels for a more 'innocent but sexy' look.

Bird on a Wire Top by Poem. 35 pounds, Oliver Bonas

The next three items are dresses. A fall without dresses is zero, that's why I had to find a few that were colourful, with nice retro prints and a retro shape. That wasn't tough, they are everywhere. Topshop has them in different colours and patterns, but the shape is always the same. Look for other high street options such as New Look, River Island and Miss Selfridge until you find the perfect dress.

Trollied Dolly Mandarin Dress. 55 pounds, Oliver Bonas

Louche Delfina Spot Pleat Dress. 55 pounds, JOY

Louche Dale Geometric Cut-Out Dress. 55 pounds, JOY

Last of all are the accessories, and this time I chose bags. Like dresses, fall makes it perfect to try out vintage styles and raw colours. Whether you prefer clutches, totes, or just massive bags, there is always an option out there. You can't go wrong with leather, just make sure your pieces are always clean and that the leather is in good condition. You want a vintage look, not a homeless look.

1960s Vintage Hand Held Bag. 24 pounds, Beyond Retro

Fold Over Bag. Leather and cotton canvas. 165 pounds, Toast

As you can see, fashion is more and more fun everyday. It is more open and full of options. Remember to follow the trends, but stick to what suits you and what is adequate to your personality.
Scarfs are also big, go to any vintage shop and buy a few, they tend to be very cheap and their colourful patterns willyour the outfit that extra kick.. Wear it in your hair, around your neck, or as a belt.. use your imagination!!

Kudos Fall! Xx

Andrea Navarro. Art is everywhere

Art is everywhere is a new section of my blog. It features young talent from around the world within the Creative Industries.
My first choice for this article is someone extremely talented. Her name is Andrea Navarro.
Andrea Navarro was born in Guadalajara, Mexico, the second daughter to a lawyer and a painter. This combination of professions definitely helped to shape the Andrea we know and love; creative, determined and passionate.

After studying most of her life in Catholic Schools, she took a gap year after high school to exploit her artistic talents. She enroled in an 'Art and Design' course at Saint Martins, and from there everything kicked off. 

She fell in love with London, like most of us do. She managed to prolong her stay by enrolling in as many short courses as she could fit in her schedule. By the end of the school year she was already gifted and applauded in Shoe and Handbag Making, Mixed Media Painting, Sculpture and Oil Painting to name a few.


This is what I love about her. The diversity, the harmony, the ability to do many different types of art and cross boundaries without any fear.

Now she lives in Guadalajara Mexico, where she is currently finishing a degree in Product Design.
Her style is so different and fresh, that on her first year as a university student she was approached by an interior design company to take part as one of their designers.


Her experience is not only found inside the canvas, she has slowly learnt about the business of Art. When in Mexico, she works as an Art Gallery Assistant, for the Natera Gallery, the place where she has observed how art is curated, sold, transported and produced.




At the age of 23 she has exhibited her work in Reina Sofia in Madrid, London, Mexico and New York. She is currently one of the finalists for a Tequila competition, in which a  tequila barrel has to be creatively transformed into something fun. Her work is going to be showcased around the country, not to mention the high sum of money that she might win.


Andrea Navarro is my favourite product designer, her creativity is unlimited and her approach to art is unique!

Mixing

One of my favourites

The colours are stunning!

Tik Tok

The coolest ashtray ever

Lego Love Story (there's a whole set of these)

Art and Fashion

Brightness always makes an impact

Her first exhibition in New York

Kudos Andrea! Xx

Beach Bag Frenzy!

I am an accessories freak. My closet? Plain and sometimes quite boring, but my accessories. Oh, those take the prize.
I have shoes, bags, scarfs, necklaces, clutches, earrings, rings sunglasses, all of the above, in every colour, shape and size. I Have it all, but then who doesn't nowadays?
I blame my mother, she is the one who taught me how to accumulate stuff up to the point of almost becoming a hoarder. She used to say that Fashion is a cycle, and well she was not wrong. I just end up keeping a lot of stuff 'Just in Case'. I need a closet cleaning soon.

So, I did some digging, and whatever your style, I found the perfect summer totes (hoarding is forgotten now). Some more expensive than others, but all of these have their very own characteristic style and I love them all, or well, my alter egos love them.

This is an Anya Hindmarch Boat Bag Tote. I love the colour, I love the straps and I just love how it is perfect for a sunny day. Find it at Selfridges, Harrods or net-a-porter. 85 pounds.

Ok, this MARC by Marc Jacobs bag is absolutely divine! What's not to love? The colour is amazing, and that little purse on the side is the perfect complement to carry your valuables in, don't you think?
The price? 155 pounds.

Let me introduce you to the Lanvin Leaf Tote. It is amazing. Well, it is Lanvin after all. I love how they always go the extra mile. <3.
This bag is approximately 470 pounds. It goes with everything, and the print is the perfect accessory for this summer's trend!

I am Mexican, and I can't deny my roots. I love love love this Navajo Blanket  tote. It reminds me of a 70s Pocahontas. It is more affordable than the rest, and to me, it looks like the perfect companion for a day out in Portobello. 28 pounds. Urban Outfitters.

And Etsy as usual has another great one. This tote is only 10 DOLLARS!!! It is amazing. I love the Vintage Bike, plus how many people are going to have a tote like this?! Love it! Buy It!



Kudos Totes!
xx