~~SPRING ESSENTIALS~~

Heels: Cole Haan, White V-Neck: J.Crew Location: NYFW

Essentially Spring

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When embarking outside once again after a harsh long winter into a highly anticipated spring, you need to transition fully and flawlessly. Meaning, don't be boring. We get it. Winter was hard on all of us - but please let's not dwell on it any longer than need be. Catalogues, though many of you might see them as outdated, are actually a great place to start looking for inspiration. 

White + Cropped

Color, some can't live with them, I certainly can't live without them. Whether you want it to or not, the colors you adorn yourself in say a profound amount about you. Especially whites. I have never been able to be the girl that can wear white without spilling on it. HOW DO YOU PEOPLE DO IT? White pants parade!

Shimmery Metallics

Does anything reflect the skin better than a good metallic? I think not. In fact I cannot seem to get enough of metallics. No need to only accessorize with them, spread them around! Take this opportunity to make a massive metallic statement, let's do it! This is for the boys and the ladies. No gendered dressing allowed here!

Tote-ally Spring

If you don't change your bag when transitioning from winter to spring then you are DOING IT WRONG. 

Choices Determine Character

Scarf + White Tee + Camel Coat: J.Crew; Boyfriend Jeans: Rag + Bone; Mule Sandals: Cole Haan; Sunglasses: Ray Ban

Choose life. Choose a job. Choose a career. Choose a family. Choose a big television. Choose no television. Choose washing machines, buying a car, listening to music, and electric can openers (wait what?) Choose good health, low cholesterol and dental insurance. Choose going to the gym. Choose fixed-interest mortgage payments. Choose renting. Choose to buy a “starter" home. Choose buying a mansion with money you do not have yet. Choose your friends. Choose leisure wear and matching luggage. Choose a three piece suit. Choose a T-Shirt. Choose to DIY and wondering who you are on a Sunday morning. Choose sitting on that couch watching mind-numbing/spirit-crushing shows. Choose chain smoking. Choose eating junk food. Choose to rot away. Choose to exist. Choose your future. Choose your life.

What have you been choosing lately? 

Wearing Jackets During Spring-Summer Season in New York

Wearing Jackets During Spring-Summer Season in New York

Slowly transitioning from the tail end of spring into the comforting atmosphere of summer won’t be as hard compared to other seasons. For one, spring and summer collections feature almost – if not – the same bright colors, fun patterns, and light materials. Lifestyle website Glamour Magazine has even curated a list of the ten outfits influenced by this some of the most prominent fashion shows today.

From flowy dresses, to leather rucksacks, to boho-chic sandals, the season highlights an assortment of easy garments that can be worn with less effort yet maintain a high sense of style. Having said all of these, it has become fairly simple to disregard an article of clothing that – in a way – tends to be relegated at the back of the closet during the summer.

According to the city’s website NYC.com, as wet and as cold as New York’s winter is from December to February, its summer is on par in terms of heat and humidity. Indeed, the season doesn’t necessarily require having a dependable jacket; but it wouldn’t hurt to have one ready for the office or a casual night out with friends.

Fashion ecommerce platform Lyst has a way of differentiating professional and informal jackets accordingly. Office jackets should include tailored blazers and waistcoats, while they feel you should be wearing bombers, parkas, and denims for casual nights out. This gives women an idea on the types of jacket to wear in the summer – considering the temperature, the venue, and the occasion at the same time.

This season’s main style trends combine the modification of materials and fabrics, with each pattern’s cheerfulness and brightness. In short, jackets are mainly asymmetrical in shape with a slight hint of floral designs here and there. Additionally, the familiar black and brown, as well as sandy-reddish, leather jackets make an impact when it comes to color and style.

Based on the style gurus of Dress Trends, black or brown leather jackets go well with the season because of its versatility and usefulness. Ladies can wear this on top of a nice flowery dress, or better yet, have one that has touches of floral prints. Conversely, the bright sandy-reddish ones complement white skirts, blouses, or trousers for a more professional look.

Altogether, wearing jackets in the summer doesn’t sacrifice comfort for the sake of high fashion. These transitional clothes offer a viable alternative for expressing women’s individuality, while maintaining proper style and sophistication regardless of the season.

spiked zig zags

Zig Zag Crop: ROMWE Jeans: J. Brand Jean Jacket: Forever 21 Sideways Hat: NYY Sneakers: Nike

When I was first graced with New York's presence as my new home, I was accompanied by one enormous red suitcase (mad thanks to Costco) and two baby suitcases. Rendering my outfit choices limited, at best. At the time, it was a not-so welcomed challenge in the sweltering NY heat. I have always been the kind of gal that feels pangs of anxiety having my clothes in multiple locations. I need them all in the same place. Call me a princess, whatever! Not having this for the first month was unpleasant but I also started to find it fun. How's that for you! I was able to put things together I otherwise would've never thought of. Talk about being pushed out of a comfort zone. As if quitting my job, moving across the country to chase a dream didn't already do that? :) 

Pardon all of the kellfies, there were before I made my NY friends! What do you think? Spiked jean jackets and zig zags?