Showing posts with label Rebecca Minkoff. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Rebecca Minkoff. Show all posts

Thursday, December 13, 2012

Different Perspective

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Rebecca Minkoff Crossbody (Here) | Zara Faux Leather Jacket (Similar Here) & Peplum Top | Citizens of Humanity Jeans | Express Necklace | Michael Kors Watch


You know when the holidays are here when you can’t get those Christmas songs out of your head or you stop your car at every house that’s lit up with Christmas lights and stare as if you’ve never seen it before. (Or at least I do.. haha) This Christmas definitely feels different to me. My grandmother just recently recovered from her brain surgery this past month and thankfully she is doing good. Actually she’s doing so good that she left to Puerto Rico to spend Christmas with her sisters. It was definitely the hardest thing I have had to deal with in a while because, well she’s my bestfriend, my number one supporter and my inspiration. Seeing someone you love go through something as scary and delicate as that kind of procedure really changes your perspective in life. As I get older, I am definitely getting a sense of just wanting to spend more time with my family rather then worrying about what gifts to get everyone. It’s traditional in my family to get together and cook pasteles. Pasteles are made in huge batches and usually takes about 6 people or more depending on how much you make. If you aren’t Latin American, then you may not know what I am talking about. I will do a separate post on this so I can explain it all to you guys. What do you do with your family for the holidays?

Photos taken by Juan E Martinez
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Es fácil de saber cuando se acercan las Navidades cuando no es posible de sacar canciones de Navidad de tu cabeza, o paras al frente de cada casa que esta iluminada con luzes por afuera y mirar fijamente como si nunca has visto nada como eso. (Por lo menos eso es lo que yo hago…jaja) Esta Navidad definitivamente es diferente para mí. Mi abuela recien recupero de su cirugía cerebral  el mes pasado y Gracias a Dios está mucho mas mejor.  En realidad, ella está  haciendo tan bien ahora, que se fue de vacaciones a Puerto Rico a pasarse la Navidad con sus hermanas.  Fue sin duda una de las experiencias mas dificil para mí, porque bueno, ella es mi mejor amiga, mi principal apoyo y mi inspiración.. Tener que ver a alguien que quieres pasar por algo que da tanto miedo y es tan delicado tanto como ese procedimiento cambia tu perspectiva sobre la vida.a sobre la vida.  Segun pasan los años,  definitivamente estoy sintiendo que  quiero pasar más  tiempo con mi familia mas que estar preocupandome por cual regalos comprar para la familia. Es tradicional en mi familia de juntarnos y cocinar pastels. Pasteles se hacen en lotes imensos, y por general toma 6 personas o más, dependiendo de cuantos  se haces. Usualmente terminamos hablando y riendonos sin fin hasta que venga la noche. Que hacen ustedes con su familia para las Navidades?
Las fotos tomadas por  Juan E Martinez

Friday, November 9, 2012

Quiet before the storm : Peplum and Leather

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Rebecca Minkoff 3 Zip Rocker Crossbody (Here ) | Zara Peplum Top & Heels | H&M Leather Skirt | Mandees Belt | Michael Kors Watch | Rayban Sunglasses

We took this outfit for a spin a week before Hurricane Sandy hit and unfortunately she brought disaster and tragedy along with her. My thoughts and prayers are with those families who have been affected by it. I have put together a donation drive with my family, in which we collected 25 bags of clothing to donate to those who in need. If anyone wants more information or would like to donate please email me.
Peplum is a trend I fell in love with since its popped into the fashion world last year. Its a very classic and versatile design in which you can dress it up or down. Its fun to play with those peplum pieces from spring and transition them into your fall and winter wardrobe. So when shopping for peplum make sure you get the right fit for your body. If it sits lower or higher then your waist it isn't going to look right on your body. It will either make you look too short or smushed on top. Peplum can really give you that hourglass shape so you want to make sure its framing your body correctly. They come in all shapes and sizes so I encourage you to find one that really flatters your body.
With this outfit I took a simple white peplum top and paired it with a full leather skirt, I kept the color palette neutral because it really allows the burgundy to pop. This past summer we took a visit to Cape May, whose history relies on the victorian era. This pairing really reminds me of the bell shaped dresses they wore, giving it a really vintage and romantic but whimsical feel. To make it a bit more modern, I added a crossbody with these matching ankle strapped heels. Ps. you could throw on some tights and it would be the perfect fall outfit! Enjoy, hope everyone is staying safe in NYC <3

Photos by : Juan E Martinez