It's been a different beginning of the year for me, I feel I have lost all my energy and inspiration, hence the lack of posts and Insta Stories. I suddenly ask myself whether it will ever come back or whether finding a "new me" might be a better choice. The answer is: I don't know.
But I do know one thing, I have been busy with life, house decor, planning 2 weddings and caring for two dogs. I have never seen myself as the stereotypical "wife" material, but I am becoming my version of it. I love decorating our house,  cuddling with the dogs and planning the wedding(s). It keeps my anxious mind busy and engaged, without letting that scary feeling overwhelm me.

I will be back with more creative posts and content as I am an optimist and everything is better in summer.

Summer has ended in style

As many of you might know, I have recently returned from the beautiful Italian Puglia region where Vlad and I spent a week in the sun. Basically, doing nothing but eat pizza and sit in the sun everyday.

I have posted loads (I mean a loads) of photos while away, but I wanted to post some here as well. Let's be honest, the clear, blue water had to be online for ever !

We had a great time and we both deserved a nice treat, plus ... we got engaged ! (will talk more about that in a future post)

As always, for my outfits, I've chosen mostly SheIn, with a touch of Asos here and there ;)

I found this gorgeous long kimono while browsing SheIn and I thought it would be perfect for beach or even as a home robe - which I am still using even after my holiday. The light fabric makes it perfect for everyday use, plus it's quite chic with those cute storks on it <3 (no baby on the way though ;-) )

Let me know if you'd like a video or a story-time of our engagement, I'd be more than happy to write a few words about it <3

Now... let the wedding planing begin !

A study from by The City of New York University has revealed why men fancy women wearing scarlet ;) while this is true, it also showed that this was true for men that already had an eye for the lady. In order words, red seems to accentuate whatever they find attractive to you.

Steve G Young, the head of the study said the following about the effects of the colour on the men's brains:

 ‘Recent evidence suggests that coloration may serve a purpose in human mating, as female sexual excitement is associated with reddening of the cheeks, neck, and chest.Women are more likely to wear red than other colours when they anticipate meeting attractive, but not unattractive, men‘Heterosexual men are sensitive to red coloration on women. Compared with a range of other colours, women viewed on red backgrounds or wearing red clothing are found more attractive.

Let me know in the comments down below if you plan to incorporate RED in you wardrobe this summer <3

#OOTD that is both comfortable, yet put together. The SheIn ruffle top is airy and extremely thin (great for summer, btw) and now that all the hype with off shoulder items is still going strong, will be a great addition to your wardrobe <3 I was looking for one since January and you know how much i love shein.com , so... ended up with this one.

Pop of colour brought to you by ZARA double breasted blazer (I own all the colours as they are so great and versatile)

&

Cathias Edeline bright pink bag

throw everything on and enjoy your day !

Let me know if you like the idea ;)

Hats have been around since...well, forever. Men used to wear hats like women used to wear jewellery, always different & matching their outfits. However, hats are more than just an accessory that was adopted by women, it is the difference between basic vs. cool, kitsch vs. classy 
It can set you apart from everyone else whether you're at a formal event or just running around the city.
Since I have been wearing my hats (way) too much this month (this is my 2nd post wearing the same one), I've decided to tackle the same old question, HOW TO WEAR HATS

There are a few simple steps to keep in mind, follow these and you'll be one of the "cool kids" (for lack of a better word),

Note: I know there are many types of hats, from beanies to fedoras & from the baseball cap to the classic men's hat there is everything fir everyone, but in this post I''ve tried to give you tips that will fit any of the above.

I am currently writing this at 3:20am and I need to be awake at 7:30am, so let's see how coherent I can be. Bear with me if there are any spelling mistakes, but it's late and I can't see very well, however I'm feeling inspired.



Choose it for you

No matter the shape or size, face it! You have to choose a hat that fits your hair and face shape, if you have a very tiny face and want a huge floppy hat, the chances are you will be overwhelmed by it and the hat will engulf you entirely. If you have a square face, pick something that is more asymmetrical to balance out the sharp jawline, while if you are one of the lucky few & the "ïdeal" heart shaped face, you can pick any of the styles out there. The choice is yours.

Have patience

Rome wasn't built in a day !
So, don't rush any purchase because you might regret it later. From choosing the colour to be right for you, to deciding the occasion and outfit you'd like to wear it with, enjoy every step of the journey. Make sure the hat you pick complements your look and doesn't just clash with everything else. If you are wearing an all black look, choose a bold red or pink hat. On the other hand, I would say muted colours such as grey, beige or camel would look great on younger ladies, but might be draining on those who are 40+ unless worn with a bold lip. Age tends to drain us of that natural peachy colour.

Wear it and add to it

If you are looking to purchase a hat, start browsing large department or high-street stores; nowadays it can be very easy to find the perfect one. Try a few colours, styles and shapes, and most of all, don't be scared, because that one you might think isn't right for you might actually be the perfect one.

Play around with your hat, walk around the house with it to see how it feels and pick looks from your wardrobe to match it with. You want to get the most out of your hat, so wear it multiple times in a row. You'll learn things you love (shape, colour, style) or things you hate about it. I generally tend to get annoyed with my hats if they don't fit properly (I have a tiny head) so I either have to pin it down to stand the wind test or just change my hairstyle to something more "puffy".

Also, a hat goes best with a nice bold lip colour, a nice scarf or even a sophisticated pearl pin. Accessorise your hat by tying aroung the brim a vintage Gucci scarf and you'll be ready to conquer the day ! Make sure there is a perfect harmony between every piece you put together



My LOOK

I decided to dress up and be more formal by wearing my new stilettos and grey trousers, yet fun and sophisticated wearing my SheIn bow embellished shirt (click here to purchase) . This shirt is my latest obsession in terms of style, wear and feel. The bows are such a pretty detail to an otherwise basic blue shirt. Details are key !

I think everything ties in with the advice above:
* I picked a nude colour to complement the look and balance out the stark black pair of patent stilettos
* I added a pair of Ray Ban aviators and a scarf to the look
* I picked a hat that elongates my long face

This weekend was Mother's Day in the UK, so Liverpool was busy as it can be. But the weather...oh the weather was just gorgeous !

Vlad took me out for an early dinner on Saturday and I decided to dress up and wear something comfortable, yet my style and my way <3
The red striped cane print blouse is made out of the thinest, lightest fabric I've ever encountered, it sits nicely on the body while being loose fitting and comfortable. The bows were definitely the thing that sold it to me, I have to admit...I'm a sucker for nice detailing. Moving down, I paired the top with a dark navy blue pair of wide-leg trousers (with GOLD buttons !!! ) which I purchase this winter just passed. I only wore them once before, what a mistake ! They are just perfect for transforming any look into a nautical themed one or a very put together one. However, if you want something more casual, just add a pair of ADIDAS sneakers and a band tee.
For my shoes, I went with a pair of basic black stilettos that I've purchased last week in ZARA, wow these are the most comfy high heels I own and now I want a pair of nude ones too ! Check out my Vlog if you'd like to see more about the shoes ;)

Lastly, I added some simple accessories such as my classic Chanel sunglasses, a nude hat to tone down the look and my fringe bag.

My early dinner was amazing and I didn't stained any of my clothes, which is always a plus when you eat like a beast (sic) I just love food, what else can I say ? (no excuses)