Top Five Trends For This Summer !

Hola!! It's been a long time without blogging. Trust me i missed it a lot and i apologize for being away for so long. But.... As many of you may know i am in the process of attending graduate school and my mind has been only on that. But I am back and ready to talk about my top favorite trends that you will need this Summer.

The First trend is Round Sunnies ! Transport yourself to the 70's.

Summer Night Out In Town Outfit

 tank top /  skirt /  sandals /  purse / necklace /  lipstick  / mascara /  eyeliner

 While scrolling my way down Net-A- Porter website over the weekend i found the most beautiful metallic Esq shimmery mid length pleated skirt. My breath literally stopped and quickly i had to click on it. Unfortunately the price woke me up from having it in my closet. But isn't it the most Beautiful piece of clothing i have seen in a long time. 

Simple Summer Look

Hi Y'all as summer approach every year i tend to wear less makeup. If i do it's a minimal look. My skin is super sensitive to the sun and literally it is always itching that it's why most of the time i just wear my moisturizer and sunscreen. But.... when i do wear makeup i like to do a minimal summer look.  Yesterday I posted on my Instagram (@classylady) a picture of a simple summer look when i do wear makeup.  I decided to share with you gals the products that i used to create this look.

 

Summer Favorites

It has been a long time  that i made a haul. I have been trying to use my money wisely and buy things for my new bedroom. This is a collective haul of May and June. Most of the items are from J Crew of course.... And others are simple beauty necessities. That is why i have named this post Summer Favorites because they really are my favorites.

Dreaming Of Portofino Italy

swimsuit / sandals /flip flops /  Suitcase  /tote /  Passport Holder  / glasses /  fedora / Urban Decay makeup /toiletry bag / Italy book

Now that I am finally settled in my new apartment. I feel like is time to go on a vacation. Vacation i missed that word so much. Maybe not the word but the meaning of it. Vacation means to me disconnected of the world no Internet, phone, or emails. Sipping on a mimosa, relaxing, eating great food, and discovering new places. Currently I dream of Portofino Italy. 

Just in case you didn't know where Portofino is located it is a village located on the Italian riviera it has FOUR beaches. I have been dreaming of visiting Italy since i was in college and after reading the book Eat Pray Love which if you haven't read it i suggest you do. It has been a while without posting something on the blog due to the over whelm of my new apartment. 

Gosh it is so stressful to unpack and decor a new place so many decisions to make. But now i am settled and ready to relax. Well at least. I wish. I still have a couple of months before i go on vacation but mean while i will keep dreaming of Italy and it's amazing food and culture. To all the ladies that are traveling this summer this inspiration post is for you. It includes all of my favorite and must haves for your trip.

Have a nice weekend everyone !

XOXO Andrea

Simple and Summery

tee  /shorts /flip flops / purse / hat / sunglasses/

I am a girly girl and love to put on some heels and a fun dresses  but for most of the time in the summer I love to rock my denim shorts and a simple tee. I went on a mini weekend getaway with my best friend and the first thing I packed was my favorite denim shorts from JCrew. I think you can dress them up or down. 

As I said before I am all about being comfortable and especially in this summer weather.  This is my favorite summer outfit it's comfortable, easy going and casual for the city. Especially those flip flips their an upgrade of your everyday flip flops.

Their is one thing here that is driving me nuts and it is the bag. I have recently seen a lot of girls in the city with this bag. It its simply gorgeous i have seen it on Olivia Palermo I just think is a must have. I was looking for it and it was sold out every where but I finally found it. Can't wait until it arrives. 

XOXO Andrea

Summer Party Outfit

Hello Gals, this weekend was super fun. I went to my first summer party and let me tell you that I had so much fun the conclusion of it is that my feet still hurt from so much dancing. When my cousin/ Best Friend invited me to the party two weeks ago I got so happy. I had to start thinking what I was going to wear and of my  hair and makeup. I planned an outfit that   was pretty , summery and very classy. I hope you like it I included a ponytail because after my first dance I had my hair in a ponytail it was so hot and my hair doesn't do very well with hot places. the ponytail looked actually pretty nice because I had beachy waves so it still looked great with my outfit. Happy Monday !

XOXO Andrea 

White Shorts On A Casual Summer Day

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Hey Dolls ! On Monday I forgot to tell you a bit o f this past weekend so here it goes. It was super fun I went on a  mini road trip with my friends which included pizza and beer two things which I haven't had  over  four months yes I know ho dare I but it's due to my new eating habits but once in a while I am sure it won't do any damage. On our mini road trip we had so much fun we sang our lungs out, told stories, talked about boys and of course fashion. I was telling my friends that I want a pair of white shorts so that's why today's Inspiration is  about white shorts. White shorts are the perfect shorts for the summer you can basically wear it with anything and that's why I love them. You can  dress them up or down. This is how i would pair it up super  easy and and great for this summer.  I'm on the hunt for the perfect white denim shorts. I really like these bad boys. What you gals think ?

XOXO Andrea

Monday Cravings.....

                                                             Sneakers /   tote, / bracelet / phone case /  Art Print

Hello Everybody ! Happy Monday it has been  extremely hot in NYC their is a heat wave going on that will last until Saturday. When it's extremely hot I get so lazy I don't want to do anything which that means that I spent my afternoons searching online for my new obsessions. These are my favorites of the week. Can you notice the amount of Pink, Yep that's me but I do want that Jonathan Adler Phone case is gorgeous and look at the pattern. 

Enjoy the week and stay cool.

XOXO Andrea

Outfit Inspiration : The Perfect Flowery Summer Dress

Hello Girlie's This week I am back with an Inspiration outfit. This outfit screams out  PORTOFINO Italy !!!!  Imagine sitting near the bay on a beautiful sunny day with this simple yet gorgeous flowery dress and your wavy hair moving with the breeze. I can see myself wearing this outfit. It is beautiful and great for a casual lunch or for simple dinner by the water. I also included these pair of sandals and my favorite tote bag from J.Crew.  Hope you guys get a bit of inspiration with this outfit. And pardon me for talking so much of the French Riviera or Italy lately is that I have an obsession with the Mediterranean sea, oops.

XOXO Andrea

Sun Care Protection For A Healthy Skin During Summer !

Now that summer is finally here everyone is ready to enjoy their summer by attending beaches, pools, parks or simply walks with the family. I have to admit that sometimes i tend to forget to take care of my skin. I have extremely sensitive skin and just for being half and hour outside i am already sun burn and i recognize it when I am applying lotion on my body by feeling the burn and itch and we all know that's no fun. I have decided to write a post on how  I personally protect my skin and hair from the sun.  Our skin is the largest organ in our body that is why it is really important to treat it well. Especially us girls we want to have an impeccable skin. 

These are my must have on my everyday daily life. Sun hat I tend to carry mine during the summer not only is it stylish but it also protects my hair from getting all sun burn I also use on my hair a sunscreen mist. it is lightweight and it protects hair from sun exposure and it minimizes damage or dryness.  I also apply every time i can a lip balm that has SPF 15 such as the Burt's bees lip balm it is pretty affordable and can find it at any drugstore. 

The number one product here is the Face and Body sunscreen I try to use one that has a high SPF and also rich in vitamins such as the brand SUPERGOOP!  I love it ! it is light and drys up in seconds. I also use Evian face mist. It is great to keep your face and body hydrated. And last but not least a good pair of Sunnies and plenty of water during the day the sun can cause dehydration and we don't want that we want a fun and exciting summer. Enjoy !

XOXO Andrea

Fourth Of July Outfit

Happy Fourth of July !!!!  we cannot forget the day that America Declared Independence.  Being born and raised in NYC I remember being with my parents and going over the Hudson river to watch the Fireworks. They just looked incredible. What I also love of 4th of July is people's creativity on how they wear the American Flag Colors on their clothing, from Nail designs, to hair pieces or simply what I am doing here I have created a little inspiration for girls like me that like to represent the colors of their country but in a subtle way. Today on July fourth my Mom and I will be in the city well because one of the biggest things that i love is the fourth of July sales....I am going to check out a couple of stores and after that I will be attending a casual fourth of July BBQ with  friends and family to celebrate this gorgeous day.

I hope everyone enjoys Fourth of July !! 

XOXO Andrea

Favorite Hair Products For This Summer

Hi y'all !! this week I decided to talk about my favorite hair products that i have been using lately. Lets talk about my hair..... ugh one of my biggest challenges. I have long, dark and curly hair, that means that in the  summer my hair is basically up most of the time or on a side braid or ponytail. Having curly hair I have to hydrate my hair because it tends to be a bit dry. I would buy the most expensive hair mask to keep my hair hydrated and feeling silky. As I have said before I like to use organic and natural products on my hair. well i try...... so this summer i decided that I want to show off my natural curly hair and not be afraid of getting to puffy or tangled. 

I have been hearing for a long time about Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray at first I didn't believe in it but last week when I bought it I gave it a try and I have to say that it is addicting I simply LOVE it. I use it on damp and dry hair. After I blow dry my hair I spray a bit to the end and wrap it up in a bun and WALA after 10 minutes I have beach waves and when I have damp hair my curl hold on together and look fabulous.  I am in love ! this is one of my new favorite hair products. My second favorite product is the Bumble and Bumble Sunday shampoo. This shampoo is great for once a week, I use it twice it does what it says it cleans your scalp and hair from all of the products you have been applying to your hair to keep it together. It smells divine and you only need a bit to wash your hair. I was a bit scared due to that I have a lot of hair and the bottle is small but I still have more than half. 

And the last product I recommend is Coconut oil. What can I say I use it to cook, as a moisturizer and also as a hair mask. I apply it before washing my hair for 20 minutes. Then I wash it off using my regular shampoo and I love it it leaves your hair super soft and it smells  AMAZING !! Plus coconut oil is great nutrient for your hair it helps with the growth of your hair. and its even good if you have dandruff. So If you haven't tried it and you want an inexpensive hair mask try coconut oil. the jar cost me less than 6 bucks at trader Joe's. What a Bargain !!

So what are your favorite hair products for this summer ?

XOXO Andrea

Hello Friday !

  

NYC Meets France ! 

 

Great Homemade fruit salad for the summer

 

Roses from Mr. Handsome

 

Loving my new Jcrew market tote !

 

GOYARD !

 

 New Nail polish !! Loving me some red

 

Tods... Comfort yet classic

Hello Wonderful ladies, I hope everyone had a great week. This week has been fun, exciting and a bit romantic. Yes you heard romantic, starting on Sunday afternoon I met a special person that I have been talking for over a year.  Although that person left to DC to pursue his career we haven't forgotten of each other and have been great friends and maybe soon something else. :) I have also been doing a bit of shopping. I mean Jcrew had a 25% of everything and Sephora had their nail polish have off so I had to get something. I know you also spy the Goyard tote. 

This week I went to Bergdorfs Goodman I wanted to see with my own eyes and try on a couple of different Goyard Totes they are amazeballs I am obsessed with this classy bag.  I also checked the shoes department I couldn't leave the store with out checking all the amazing shoes. I saw this pair of Tods loafers I found them so cute and  they are easy on the walking so I think these are going to be my next purchase. what you guys think?Well that was all for this week, What can I say life is treating me good and i am a okay about it. 

I hope everyone have a spectacular weekend !!!! 

                  XOXO Andrea

Simplicity of A Friday Outfit !

 maxi dress / sandals / tote / watch /  pendant / sunglasses /nail polish

TGIF ! Thank God Is Friday Literally this week has been a bit hectic for me. I have been running around attending different interviews and also working long hours. Thankfully Fridays are more relaxing....although I still have to work full day.  As I said before on my other blog post that in the summer I hate wearing a lot of accessories due to that my skin doesn't cope very well in the summer and also because I don't want to feel like I am over dressed or have too much on. That is why I love to wear dresses especially maxi dresses, a pair of flip flops and hit the streets. This is the perfect outfit that identifies my not so busy Friday on a hot summer day. Thankfully these past couple of days have been extremely nice and not raining or cold. I hope everyone enjoy their weekend. 

XOXO Andrea

A Bit Of A Summer shopping Lately !

Hello Everyone.!! These past days have been horrible in NYC. It has been cold, raining and it doesn't feel like summer it feels like April !!! But that hasn't stopped me from shopping for the summer. Hopefully it will get nicer the next couple of weeks, that way I can wear everything I bought. I admit I have a shopping addiction problem with target. I mean who doesn't? They have everything and most of all affordable fashionable pieces that I can buy without breaking my bank account. Lately I have been ordering online a couple of things. just a bit, SO.... this is kind of a collective haul. ENJOY !

 

cutest sandals from Target. LOOK AT THE SPARKLES !

BTW Super Comfortable

 

New Real Techniques Brushes. 1 word OBSESSED

What can I say This girl loves Makeup 

 

New Dress from Of course Target love the color pattern !

Great For Brunch with friends

 And my last purchase is this Jcrew bucket bag !! I love it ! and what I love more is that I got it on SALE !!! so go and check it out. This is the perfect vacation summer bag or perfect for a city girl like me it fits a lot I was a bit apprehensive about because I love big bags but it is perfect ! It fits a lot and has multiple pockets. 

Thanks for passing by and reading my blog !! 

XOXO Andrea 

My Must Haves for Summer....

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Hello girly girls i hope everyone is having a wonderful weekend I cannot believe that summer is finally here . I mean it has been raining the past couple of day i mean pouring. It has also been a bit chilly but i know soon summer will start showing its colors. I have decided to share with you guys my summer must haves. Thing that I simply cant live without during the summer. I hope you guys enjoy them as much as I do.

XOXO 

Andrea 

Casual Outfit for the Summer

 tank / sandals /  tote /  bangle /  earrings /sunglasses

June has finally arrived that means hot summer days and many iced coffees. Yep I am addicted to ice coffee. As a New Yorker I know summer gets pretty bad . I try to use as much as possible cotton clothes or light clothing pieces and very minimal with my accessories. I want to be comfortable and not feel like i have too much on.  This is my typical outfit on a hot summer day. Its chic and casual.

So.... what it your typical summer outfit ?

XOXO Andrea

It's Time To Takeout The Espadrilles.........

Hello Ladies this week while cleaning my closet for spring I found a couple of old espadrilles that I have gotten throughout the years. I said to myself I think is time to take the Espadrilles out. Not only are they comfortable but also classic, chic, trendy and great for spring and summer. I love both styles. I love the espadrilles with the wedge heel. They look so cute, I think they are great if you want that extra height. But I have to admit that my favorites are the flat espadrilles I take them with me on vacation during the summer, great to rock them with shorts, dresses and jeans.  

XOXO Andrea

Simple Sandals

Hello girly girls. This week I am back with one of my favorite things in the world, SHOES.  It
is  one of my biggest problems in life basically my vice. I was browsing through the Bergdorfs Goodman website over the weekend and I kept seeing sandals only with one strap and not many designs. They were so simple but at the same time very chic and attractive, because you could see the structure of your feet and I think these shoes would elongate your feet and make them look more slim. These babies that I have up here were the one's that caught my attention. As you can see they don't have that much detail only one strap in the front and another one in the back with a slim heel.  I think that these are are the perfect shoes for spring and summer.  You can wear them down or rock them for a dinner party or a girls nigh out.  My hunt for affordable simple sandals has officially started.

XOXO Andrea