How to add style to your wardrobe

Happy Friday Eveeeeee

The weekend is almost here and we couldn't be happier! Life is crazy these days running after a toddler. I wish I had taken all those naps I denied to take before having Giuliana! zzzzzzz!

I come across a lot of moms that say, "oh I could never pull that look off!", or "that only looks good on you.", or a very common one is "I could never wear that.", and I honestly wish that you would buy it and just TRY IT!

Knee high sandals are such a trendy item to wear this season. From designer ones to budget friendly, we have them all! For me, they make wearing shorts A LOT easier. They hide my white legs. So, I’ve gathered a couple of tips to help you try new trends:

1. First step is to educate yourself with what’s on trend (read blogs, go on pinterest, buy magazines).
2. Buy items that you would love to wear but never have before.
3. Try these items at home with simple pieces, try to focus on showing off one item at a time.
4. Take pics and send them to your girlfriends, ask for the opinions of those you trust.
5. If you have never tried edgy & new trends (like knee high sandals), don’t' pair them with wild patterns like palm trees, which are totally in. Stick to more subtle and simple pieces (white, black, denim, grays - neutrals!)
6. Once you feel comfortable with one trend, go ahead and mix it with another one (like seen here, I tried it with my long vest).
7. Then repeat these steps all over again!

Obsessed with G's new shoes. Mini Melissa's have been a favorite since before she was born! She had the popular black cat face ones for a year and half, but now I was able to get these new models which are slip on, easy to wear, comfy, and she's totally in love with them too! #thebest


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Festival Vibes

Hat & Shoes: Free People Dress: Target (old) similar here 

Flower Crown: BP Nordstrom similar here Skirt: American Apparel Leotard: The Striped Fig 
Shoes: Yosi Samra via Tutti Bambini

Happy Friday!

With Coachella happening I felt inspired to do a shoot with festival vibes in mind. I often feel like I was born in the wrong era :) The 70's inspire me, and make me wish I was born in the middle of the beetles, bell bottoms, cool vibes and freedom to dress how you wanted.

The ‘70s fashion was all about freedom, a variety of colors, eclectic looks and a tendency to mix and match different styles with each other. It’s the time of the simultaneous existence of several styles in the fashion industry and the decade when the subcultures of hippies, punks and bohemian chic style followers emerged. The '70s style is much appreciated, for it became a means of expressing the individuality of a person, her unique vision of style and creativity. It was just awesome!

How adorable is this car? Insanely cute right? Well, the amazing and so patient (try photographing kids) Yesi from Simply lively was able to find this car and take us there to do our shoot. It just went perfect with our festive outfits. One of our family goals is to own a vintage car to drive on the weekends #truestory. 

A lot goes behind the scenes to doing these kinds of shoots. One thing is to blog alone, another is to do a mommy and daughter post every week. Giuliana is not always up for pics, but for most part she behaves like a champ. It takes a lot of work and ALL DAY prep to make these few hours of shooting count. I am extremely grateful for my wonderful and insanely handsome husband who helps me, supports me, and believes in me EVERY SINGLE DAY. Without his help this wouldn't be possible! It takes a village to make these pics happen, with a toddler who wants to explore the world and a mom who wants to take pictures. LOL! So thankful for being able to document my journey of motherhood and fashion. Life is great and I am blessed!

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