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Jess
I received the cutest email today from shoplatitude.com (see post below for more info on this site) called Caftan Cliques. There is a caftan for every style. Which one is yours? I am for sure Latin Flair. Caftans are really light and easy to roll up; I like bringing them with me because it's an easy way to add a pop of color and some style to your outfit when you are tight on space. You can usually layer them over or under anything and they can be worn day or night. When I travel, I tend to bring a lot of basics because I don't want to stand out too much or draw any attention to myself. If I do bring something to indulge my creative tastes, it'll probably be something light and airy like a caftan!
~burn bright~ Jess
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Some of my favorite pieces of clothing, accessories, and shoes were picked up during my travels. Examples include a gold metal and red/blue fabric necklace from Uruguay, purple suede boots with multicolored trim from Peru, a custom-made silver and gold ring from Myanmar, a pink and teal swirled caftan from Mexico, and much more. When I wear these pieces, I revel in the fact that no one else will look like me. How fun is that! All of my travel items are also imbued with so many amazing memories, and I am constantly reminded of my travel experiences when I look down at my hands, body, and feet. I discovered this website, www.shoplatitude.com, that offers some very unique, one-of-a-kind items from artisans located in countries all over the world. The founder created the site as a way for people to obtain unique global items without ever leaving their home country. It's expensive, but it's fun to just click around and look at some of the beautiful pieces. I enjoy exploring this site, although I think that much of the wonder in owning a piece from another country comes from physically being in that place and picking out something that catches your eye on your own time, wandering around and getting lost. Even so, take a look at what's offered on the website- their catchphrase is hilarious: Shop the World. Flaunt your Wheres. And don't forget to hashtag your buys with #globalswag! ~burn bright~
Jess As promised, a post that is not about technology and fashion! I did a little shopping the other weekend. Most of my shopping is done online, and I'm constantly looking for new websites with cool brands that really speak to me. I now know when an item is worth it and I have become much more adept at buying items I instantly fall in love with. It's harder than it sounds because of the seemingly infinite amount of clothing/accessories/shoes that are available on the web. A click here leads to a click there; there are so many temptations outside of those chosen few that say Jess, you know you want me...you'd wear me at least once! When online shopping, one must have very strict rules or questions to ask yourself in the decision-making process. Some of mine are:
5. Is this an impulse buy? One action I find extremely helpful in guiding online purchases is to never buy right away. Bookmark the item, and come back to it the next day. If you're dreaming about it, constantly thinking about it, and can't keep it out of your head, then that is a sign that piece of clothing or jewelry or that pair of shoes is really IT for you. If you've completely forgotten about it, or know that you can live without it, then let it go. Spend your money on something that is really worth it. It's pretty much common sense, I know. But this step is really important! It will help prevent impulse purchases, which is a source of many unwanted purchases for online shoppers. (Of course, if you are on a limited time frame- sale that ends soon, coupon that expires soon, etc.- then you can shorten the waiting time frame. But always try to take a step back and leave your computer screen for a while. It will clear your mind.) Anyway, back to the point of this post. Last weekend I went digging through The RealReal, a luxury consignment website that resells lightly used designer brands, just for fun. I don't buy for brands usually, I buy based on the style. Still, I enjoyed clicking through the site. I ended up buying two items that fell into the category of love-at-first-sight. LULU FROST CRYSTAL AND RESIN COLLAR NECKLACE PROENZA SCHOULER EMBROIDERED SKIRT Anyone who knows me knows that I am a huge color fanatic. I'm obsessed with colors- bright ones make me happy. The Lulu Frost necklace was the perfect fit for me. It's colorful, playful, and fun- plus, I love statement necklaces! I am also a big fan of ocean themes and rich water/earth tones. I wanted to be a marine biologist when I was younger (and work on ships like Jacques Costeau) and am currently an avid recreational scuba diver. The Proenza Schouler skirt spoke to that part of my personality. The blues, greens, and whites are calming and remind me of the sea, yet the slight shimmer in the fabric make it fun rather than staid. To finish, I'd like to give an example of the thought process behind a piece of clothing that I really liked but have decided not to pursue for a multitude of reasons: RODARTE JACKET Pros: (1) Rodarte is one of my favorite designers (2) I love the 3 colors together- that shade of blue is close to teal, which is one of my favorite colors (3) I think the different textures are very interesting and it's definitely a standout piece (white fur on the shoulders, felt-like lapels, glitter body) (4) It's super fun and quirky and fits my personality
Cons: (1) Way too expensive (2) Don't really have anything I would wear this with, or wear this to (3) The glittery body is actually a bit much for me, I wish it was that color but not shimmery...or perhaps even a deeper blue would be nice? (4) Not easy to match (5) Not too sure about sizing/fit, and measurements look too big for me The cons outweighed the pros, and this jacket did not become a new addition to my closet. Hope you all enjoyed that peek into my shopping thought process! Let me know if you have any questions or want to talk about anything. ~burn bright~ Jess |
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Fashion is all about fun! I love that it is an external expression of my personality. I've been mixing and matching shoes, clothes, and accessories since I was a little girl, and I think it is a great way to be creative every day. My style has evolved over time, but one thing will always be true: unique, quirky pieces will always have a place in my closet. [As well as shoes, shoes, and more shoes...I love them!]. This page will cover all aspects of fashion, from cool designers to magazine pieces and more. Archives
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