fall challenge knits bangs

Either we want it or not, fall is here. October would probably be a good time to admit and accept that, and not expect to have 80 degree days anymore (for some reason we all still do. it’s almost like we feel that this is just a little cold wave passing through or something. no, people, it is just going to get worse). And with this change of weather, I’ve been feeling like making some changes too. Hair changes, clothing changes, but more importantly, accept some challenges and do some character changes. The other day my friend was telling me that she became a vegetarian because she likes to overcome her weaknesses, and her weak spot was meat. Well, I didn’t have to think about my weak spot too long… SUGAR! Mostly chocolate and ice cream for every meal, but cakes and candy are not that bad either. So I decided not to eat any sweets for 14 days, and then i’ll think of a limitation strategy. And you know what, it feels good to be able to say no to something you really want. I feel empowered and in control. Maybe this can translate into other areas of my life also. Little will power exercises like this just help build character. What do you think? What are your weaknesses?



And now moving on to the sweater I’m wearing. Recently I was the winner of a give away hosted by super glamorous rock star Jen of The Native Fox in collaboration with girls from InLoveWithFashion. I had been looking at their collections before so I was super excited to get the store credit. And you know, I like bangs and knits now so I picked the sweater. Next on my wish list from LOVE is a black sequin dress.

Frog legs, anyone?

Sweater - InLoveWithFashion

Shirt, booties - Urban Outfitters

Ridding Pants - American Apparel

Beach and Dresses on BEACH & DRESS / GULF SHORES, AL

Yes, finally there are dresses and beach on Beach & Dress. Last weekend Alejandro, his family and I went to a small town by Gulf of Mexico called Gulf Shores, AL. Needless to say, we had a beautiful family time  and I didn’t take as many pictures, as I thought I would be. But here are some.

Dress - Urban Outfitters

These two pictures above are pictures from a really cool hangout spot that is called exactly that - The Hangout.  It’s place with a restaurant, live music, games, bar on the beach, etc. 

I just love the beach culture.

Shirt Dress, hat - Urban Outfitters (also seen here)

And there is something magical about weird angles and palm trees.

Dress - Urban Outfitters

We did. We chilled out.

You can see couple more pics on my instagram.

We also spent couple days in Atlanta, but those turned out to be more like a shopping trip. I had nothing against that.

Also, just so you know because it’s SO important that you do, I have bangs now. I just felt like it’s the right season… big knit sweaters and bangs. Pictures soon to come.

Cheap Monday

Lately I’ve been too lazy to express myself in writing. And this is bad because I don’t talk that much either :) However, Alejandro and I are going to Atlanta on Friday for 6 days, and we might visit the nearby beach for couple days also so I should have energy to think after this mini vacation. I’ll probably post some pictures during our trip too.

Until then here are some pictures of my dress from Cheap Monday. I wore it for the second day of the Ingenuity Fest.

Dress - Cheap Monday

And, yes, I do wear these boots all the time now. You have seen them here and here.

Pictures by Alejandro. Editing by me.

Ingenuity Fest 2011

Here are just a few pictures of Ingenuity Festival in Cleveland. This is from Friday night. Yes, the night when Washed Out was there.

Hat, boots, shirt - Urban Outfitters (also seen here)

Disco Pants - American Apparel (also seen here)

Jacket - old (also seen here)

Lately I’ve been very interested in making videos because pictures often cannot reveal the feel of an event. Hence I took some video footage. Please, excuse the poor quality and Photoshop signage over the video. I am just now starting to learn how to edit a video, and I figured using a trial would be appropriate. I promise, I’ll get better.

Kahlo It Is!

Now is the time when every other blog post most likely will include S/S 2012  designer collections. I wasn’t sure if I was going to do a post like that, but then I came across an Australian brand Kahlo, and I just couldn’t resist. So today the spotlight is being shined on this beautiful, a bit futuristic collection designed by Fay and Rachelle. They have also picked the perfect model for this lookbook - Anja Konstantinova.

What do you think? Can I have it all, please?

I also wanted to mention that Ingenuity Fest In Cleveland starts tonight at 5pm, and Washed Out is going to be there!!! Do I even have to tell you how excited I am? 

Washed Out - You and I by Surfing on Steam

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Here is my outfit from yesterday. Alejandro discovered this beautiful place in the park on Saturday, and as soon as he got home he announced that would be the place for our next shoot. Since my shirtdress is so simple, I guess, it’s good I have something pretty in the background. And yes, once again I have found something I’ll be wearing a lot. This dress is so practical and simple. Love it. 

Shirt Dress - Urban Outfitters

Boots - Jeffrey Campbell (also seen here)

As we were leaving, it started pouring down rain. For my own surprise, I didn’t mind it. Rain can sometimes be so beautiful.

Pictures by Alejandro and I. Edited by me.

Details, my friend. It’s all about details.

My new favorite outfit! Happy weekend everybody!!

Top - Anthropologie

Shorts - Vintage Ralph Lauren

Pictures by SheGads, edited by me.

Music vise, this is what I have been into for last couple of days - SBTRKT ! What can I do… I’m European so naturally sometimes I like a good beat :)