Life is a Zoo

 Shoes: Alcie + Olivia // Pants: Free People // T-shirt: Modcloth // Purse: Kate Spade // Sunglasses: Rayban // Hat: Thrifted

I am big on comfort, which I am sure my blog has completely mislead you about this. In reality, I wear comfy leggings and airy, slouchy tops most days-effortless is what I am all about, at just about any given day. I somewhat revere and admire those fashion bloggers that dress like they are about to step on the red carpet, with every outfit. But that's what sets them apart from me. I am lazy and they are not. They think out every detail of their outfit while I just sometimes hope what I throw on matches. I will one day master effortless chic though...one day just like Olivia Palermo or Erin Wasson has. I will one day throw something on with my eyes closed and I will look fabulous! One day. Yeah, I've got a long way to go.

This outfit is an example of what I like to wear on a more regular basis. Comfortable footwear is very important to me-but of course it's gotta be cute as well. Let me impart some of my retail wisdom with you: spend money on something that you will get use out of, such as comfortable shoes without sacrificing style. It will save you money in the long run because if you buy those skinny heeled pumps, you will also have to buy the comfortable ones- as soon as you realize you can only walk a block in those heels! And those skinny heeled pumps will mostly be just eye-candy in your closet. Aren't I the fashion sage? Not really, I am just learning through the years. I hope you have a fantastic day!

Breaking Rules

One fashion rule that has stuck with me since, I don't know, since I first picked up a fashion magazine, is to not wear white after Labor day. Not that I stick to this rule but honestly by Labor day, I am already in fall mode and don't really buy summer stuff anymore. An exception to this is if there's a killer deal (just today I snatched up some Hudson shorts for $10, I just couldn't turn turn that down!)
So, there's alot of things that have kept me busy if you're wondering if I fell through a rabit hole or something. I have been MIA in all media sites actually, such as Facebook and Instagram, but not Pinterest(oh no, I can never give up Pinterest). Shortly after the Virgin Islands, we went to Texas to visit famiy which I will share some pics of our litte safari from that trip. Also, I have been reading alot (6 books in 1 week would qualify for alot, at least I think so) oh and I caught the nesting bug and have been redoing things in the house like Pinterest has gotten ahold of my soul. Throw in too that I've also been working on getting certified for medical transcription editing, oh and did I mention I am writing a book? Writing is my first love beyond blogging, photography, or any of that (despite that I'm terrible at grammar and punctuation. Don't judge me). Writing is my favorite thing to do and it feels right when I do it. Have you ever felt that about something? I am always itching to do it and I have been putting it in the back burner for too long. I'm working on a young adult series and I've got a long ways to go. For you nosy book worms, I will keep you posted if I want to start a blog or something. I hope your week is wonderful!

Part 2: The US Virgin Islands

There were alot of really neat ruins on St.John. I was really impressed by the sturdiness and quality of some of these buildings even though they are several hundred years old! I wish buildings were built to last like that these days. There were also plenty of hikes there but we only had time to do one which was the Reef Bay Trail. We chose this one because we thought there was going to be a neat waterfall but to our disappointment the waterfall was waterless perhaps because there hasn't been enough rain. But it was all worth it even for free mangos! We came across a mango tree and mangos were falling all over the place. The other neat thing about this hike is there were petroglyphs at the waterfall site. In the end, this hike was worth all the huffing and puffing up and down the steep hills!

By the dried up waterfalls on Reef Bay Trail (St.John).

Me and my obsession with trees and being barefoot in photos...

The petroglyphs.

This mango was especially delicious because it had just fallen off the tree!

Fallen tree or standing tree, I love them all!

This was the fattest hermit crab I have ever seen.

Neat looking spider.

The trail that leads to the waterfalls and petroglyphs.

Some more ruins off the trail.

Ruins that were off the road. 

White dress by Anthro and currently on sale!

A Thing For Spring

I'm a bit of a hoarder when it comes to pictures (ok, with clothes too). I will take a bunch of photos and they pile up in my hard drive. Then I forget about them instead of sharing them with you! These pictures were actually from back in early March and I am just now putting them up. Like I said, I'm a hoarder (ok, and a procrastinator too). Are you a hoarder of anything?

Outfit details: Dress: Willow and Clay , Shoes: Coach, Clutch: Alexis Hudson,

Miami: Part 1

We took a mini vacation to Miami this past weekend. It was our first time there and I am so impressed by this beach city! It was beautiful there! The water reminded me of the Cayman Islands and the city had a mini tropical NYC feel to it (except cleaner). I almost felt like I wasn't in the US because it seemed everyone there spoke a different language. If you haven't been to Miami, I highly recommend it! We are already planning to go back.

One of the perks of melting pot cities like Miami is the amazing food! So needless to say, we gorged and gorged some more. The food was great and most meals were followed by Gelato! We ate all sorts of food: Japanese (sushi), Cuban, Thai, Vietnamese, and French food just to name some out of the top of my head.
More pictures coming soon!

Outfit details: Blazer: Madewell, Slip dress: Free People (currently still for sale in store), Shoe: Dolce Vita, Clutch: Alexis Hudson

Draped

I was being a typical girl with these photos...indecisive. All I kept thinking about during this shoot was: With or without hat? So, not to make my brains blow out a fuse or anything, I did a little bit of both. That was the hardest decision I had to make today. It's funny how the hardest decisions are the girly ones? At least for me. Give me just a mere minute to think about a life-changing decision...and it's done with seconds to spare. I can be very decisive about the things that matter in life. I guess, that matters most? Of course it does. I decided that.

So, today's look is all about drapery. There is something about draping that is just naturally elegant. Draping is probably my most favorite fabric manipulation. Thank goodness for ancient Greeks and their prevalent influence in today's fashion! What do you think about drapery? Love it or hate it? Or just apathetic?

Happy hump-day tomorrow!

 Outfit details: Silk Chiffon Skirt: Olivaceous, Shirt: BCBG Generation, Shoes: Thrifted (Aldo's) Accessories: Various (thrifted and flea market finds)

Lacey Grays

Free People always gets it right for me. If there is one store/brand that reflects my tastes in fashion the most accurately, it would be them. I am especially obsessed with their variety of layering slips. I.want.them.all. I am a greedy littel fashionista when it comes to those slips. They are all so photogenic. The kind of pieces that makes pictures a little more interesting to ogle. Like this little number I am wearing. Mesmerizing...

Outfit details: Dress: Free People Shoes: Betsey Johnson Accessories: Various