Style on the Shore (of Mexico)

Tunic dress - Calypso St. Barth
Sandals - Stuart Weitzman

 

I've just returned from a trip to the beautiful Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.  I packed up my best tropical summer vacation outfits and some lighter shades of lipsticks, and was ready to head towards a warmer climate.  It was a lovely extended long weekend of relaxation, (almost) guilt-free indulging, and leisurely strolls along the sandy beaches.  I love one pieces that can double as cover-ups on the beach, and afterwards still be appropriate for that slightly dressier sunset dinner overlooking the ocean views.  

 

 

 

 

The Home of the Future

Manikins with well-protected heads testing out the kayaks and technology of our future.

Manikins with well-protected heads testing out the kayaks and technology of our future.

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Designs by Radenroro 

Bikes that go beyond, including speed- and orientation-detected lighting 

Bikes that go beyond, including speed- and orientation-detected lighting 

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Herman Miller Spun Chair

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Remote-control iPad-bot

 

Last night I attended Gizmodo's Home of the Future, highlighting "forward-looking products from design, technology, and beyond". 

A panel of designers and others in the industry discussed topics regarding the future of fashion, including what our clothes will look like, and how they will change (if we are still wearing them- seriously!); their adaptability to our future bodies and how we will be living our lives.  This developed further into thoughts about wearable technology, the involvement of science, and the integration of computers that has already begun to evolve.  Yay or nay for 3-D printing? Can fashion be transcribed into our DNA? We got a good glimpse of where things might be going and the insiders' thoughts about the direction of the industry. 

We got to hear from the minds of Asher Levine (Designer), Natalia Allen (Designer)Ricky Hendry (Isaora), Matthew Waldman (Nooka)Tim Richardson (Photographer & Director), and moderated by Jordan Kushins of Gizmodo.


If you're in the neighborhood, get over to 268 Mulberry St. and see it all for yourself.  If you can't make it, still check out all the products available that are already leading us into the future.

Fashion Fights Cancer x IFB

 

Last week I attended an event hosted by Fashion Fights Cancer and IFB.  Fashion bloggers from around the city gathered and designed DIY turbans for cancer awareness. With tons of supplies and endless possibilities, the sky was the limit! It was so much fun designing my first DIY turban and hanging out with the gals, all while supporting a great cause.

Seamstresses on-site making turbans with different fabrics!

Seamstresses on-site making turbans with different fabrics!

A crafty-girl's dream

A crafty-girl's dream

Beads galore

Beads galore

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Wearing our finished products! With Ashley of Impossibly Imperfect, and Gita of MimiandChichi

Wearing our finished products! With Ashley of Impossibly Imperfect, and Gita of MimiandChichi

To find out more about Fashion Fights Cancer and how you can get involved, check out their site here.

White on White + Blue

Crop top, dress, & jacket - Zara//Bag - Ela//Bracelet - Emily & Ashley
Shoes - Zara

The white-on-white trend is all over the streets now that spring is in full effect.  In fact, in my personal opinion, it's nearly getting overdone.  In order to keep it interesting, incorporating a pop of color is always fun, like these powder-blue babies on my feet.  By adding a contrasting accessory, you can still play up the trend, but separate yourself and avoid blending into the sea of whites that everyone else is wearing.   

 

Photos by Angelito Jusay