Dec 29, 2012

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year!

Feliz Ano Novo!

A new year is coming up and first of all, I want to wish you all an amazing new year with lots of love. As promised, I decided to put together 4 outfits, 2 high-end, more luxurious ones composed with more expensive clothing and 2 others with cheaper (yet fashionable) alternatives.

Um novo ano está a chegar, e primeiro que tudo gostava de vos desejar um óptimo ano com muito amor. Como prometido decidi criar 4 conjuntos, 2 com roupa mais cara e luxuosa e outros 2 com opções mais baratas, mantendo o seu lado fashion.

Option 1)
High-End version:
I actually found two dresses, and decided to show you both.
Eu acabei por encontrar dois vestidos, e decidi partilhar ambos.

What caught my attention was (obviously) all the gold and the chic black belt defining the waist. The dress has everything a New Year's Eve dress should have: it will make you shine, it's gold, it will reflect the light... You really can't go wrong with it.
I'd add a pair of black opaque tights and the pumps shown below, after the next bonus option. 

O que captou a minha atenção foi (obviamente) o dourado e a fita preta a definir a cintura. O vestido em si é perfeito e tudo o que um vestido para a passagem de ano precisa de ser: vai fazer quem o usar brilhar, é dourado, reflecte a luz... Não há onde errar.
Eu pessoalmente juntaria um par de collants pretos opacos e os saltos abaixo, após o próximo vestido.


I couldn't resist. I had to include this. Just look at the detail in the back:
Não resisti. Tinha que incluir este. Reparem no detalhe das costas:
sigh...
suspiro...

It will, once again, reflect the light, and make you look irresistible and consequently, extra confident.

For the shoes, I found this beautiful pair of Louboutin pumps that would fit both dresses.

Vai, mais uma vez, reflectir a luz e fazer quem o usar irresistível e, consequentemente, extra confiante.

Para os sapatos encontrei este par de Louboutins que ficará bem com ambos os vestidos:
from Christian Louboutin: Bibi 140 MM Suede (currently in my Bucket List!)
de Christian Louboutin: Bibi 140 MM Suede (na minha Bucket List de momento!)

The suede will make the shoes contrast near both dresses and keep the attention on the upper part of your body while the red sole still speaks for itself.

A pele de camurça vai fazer com que os sapatos contrastem com ambos os vestidos e mantenham a atenção na parte superior do corpo enquanto a sola vermelha fala por si.

Low-End option:
from Forever 21: Sequined Bow Trimmed Dress

For a cheaper alternative I chose this pink, sequined dress. It has the shimmer, the black belt, and the sweetheart look. It suits New Year's Eve perfectly, and it's an amazing alternative for this one night moment. I found this pair of heels that'd look amazing with it has well, and it's also from Forever 21. This way you can put together an amazing outfit for more or less 60 dollars if you don't have the money to spend on the higher end options.

Para uma opção mais barata escolhi este vestido rosa, com lantejoulas. Tem o brilho, o cinto preto, e um toque doce e angelical. É perfeito para a passagem de ano, e é uma óptima alternativa em comparação com a opção anterior. Encontrei ainda estes saltos que ficariam perfeitos com o vestido, e são também da Forever 21. Deste modo conseguem construir um conjunto por mais ou menos 60 dólares se não tiverem o dinheiro para a opção mais cara, sendo apenas para uma noite.

Option 2)
High-End version:
outfit from net-a-porter
from DKNY: Crepe jacket
from Michael Kors: Sequin-striped skinny jeans
from Valentino: The Rockstud leather clutchhttp://www.net-a-porter.com/product/334503

I fell in love with the skinny pants as soon as I scrolled past them, and the way net-a-porter paired them was so perfect I had to share it. I love everything, from the shiny pants to the fuchsia blazer. I love how the shirt is so simple and it still puts the whole outfit together. It'd be, in my opinion, an amazing New Year's Eve clothing choice, and you would (for sure) get everyone's attention.

Apaixonei-me pelas calças justas assi que as vi, e a forma como o net-a-porter as conjugou é foi tão perfeita que tive que partilhar. Adoro tudo, desde as calças com brilho até ao blazer fuchsia. Adoro como a camisola é tão simple mas consegue conjugar o conjunto como um todo. Seria, na minha opinião, uma escolha fantástica para a passagem de ano e quem a usar conseguirá a atenção de todos.

Low-End option:
from Forever 21: Paillette Panel Sweater


This is the other option I found. I personally don't like white pants with white shirts, but if you they have the sweater in a beautiful shimmery white. You can also easily find a pair of skinny black jeans, so go for what you like the best.
I'd keep it simple on the shoes, with some black pumps (make sure they're confortable!).

Esta foi a outra opção que encontrei. Pessoalmente não gosto de calças brancas com camisolas brancas, mas se gostarem a camisola existe também em branco. Consegue-se também encontrar um par de calças justas pretas facilmente, por isso façam o que preferirem mais.
Para os sapatos eu manteria o conjunto simples com os saltos pretos (verifiquem se são confortáveis!).

Dec 28, 2012

This week, from net-a-porter!

Attention! The European net-a-porter is now on sale! It only happens twice a year!

Atenção! O net-a-porter europeu está com saldos! Só acontece 2 vezes por ano!

This is what I've been loving from net-a-porter. This time I'm not adding a description for each item individually, but if you want me to tell you how I'd pair something just leave a comment below and I'll let you know!

Isto é o que eu tenho adorado do net-a-porter. Desta vez não vou adicionar uma descrição individual para cada produto, mas se quiseres saber como é que o conjugaria num conjunto deixa um comentário em baixo e eu responderei assim que puder!



from Christian Louboutin: Studded leather iPad case
de Christian Louboutin: Studded leather iPad case

from Alexander Mcqueen: Crepe frock coat
de Alexander Mcqueen: Crepe frock coat


Dec 26, 2012

Current wants/needs


Here's what I want/actually need t at the moment.
Aqui está o que eu quero/preciso de momento.
From my bucket list you have a pair of Alexander Mcqueen boots (in black), Christian Louboutin shoes and (sigh) a Chanel Bag.
On the 'to get' part is a simple, elegant ring, a black dress, knee high boots, a nude lip product (look at that Burberry packaging!) and a black blazer.
I also decided to add a Chanel nail polish (the one above is in Black Satin).

Update: I'm going to New York this weekend. I'll upload a haul when I come back! :)

Da minha "bucket list" (o que quero antes de morrer) encontra-se um par de botas do Alexander Mcqueen (em preto), sapatos Christian Louboutin e (suspiro) uma mala da Chanel.
Na parte 'o que comprar' incluí um anel elegante e simples, um vestido preto, botas altas pelo joelho, um batôm nude (reparem na embalagem da Burberry!) e um blazer preto.
Decidi também adicionar o verniz da Chanel na cor Black Satin.

Update: Vou passar a passagem de ano em Nova Iorque. Quando voltar mostro tudo o que comprei! :)

Dec 19, 2012

Opening the latest addition to my closet!

I've been trying to get these babies ever since the trend started, and it was being impossible. They were literally sold out worldwide, and I couldn't get a hold of them no matter how hard I tried.
It's weird though, because you either love them or hate them and I know a lot of people find them horrible. In my opinion, they're a confortable way to pull a city look together, and they're an amazing addition to everyone's collection.
I purchased them a week ago, as soon as they arrived at net-a-porter's website and I managed to get them before they sold out (again, in less than an hour).
Here are the photos of the packaging and how they arrived!





Dec 17, 2012

Street Style

Dec 15, 2012

This week, from net-a-porter.

I decided to start this new 'section' of my blog in which I'll post from net-a-porter every week, mentioning what caught my eye.
This way I can keep up with the new trends and share more of my personal style with all of you.
Let's get started with this previous week.



I wouldn't use these the way net-a-porter paired them, but I can understand what they went for. However, I see them as a classic way to sophisticate a daily look, and I'd pair them with a great pair of jeans and a nice shirt or sweater.



I managed to get my hands on these before they sold out, and I can't wait for their arrival. Isabel Marant's sneakers quickly became a must and they're a fashion statement world wide.
Ps: You can still get these in white/blue in US' net-a-porter





Leather and lace dress from Mason by Michelle Mason
I'm a dress lover, but I don't own many. This sophisticated piece makes me want to go out to a nice restaurant and enjoy a great meal, looking beautifully put together.
I'd put a black blazer over it and some high black pumps for a killer confidence.


Coated cotton-jacket from Burberry London
Dark jackets will always be, in my opinion, the best pieces of clothing we can buy. We can use them everyday, they're confortable and they can last a lifetime if they're made with quality fabric and, mostly, if you take good care of them.
I'd use this one with ankle black booties and white jeans (or even with the Isabel Marant sneakers).



You can pair this with almost everything, for a chic, sophisticated look or a confortable, weekend outfit. I suggest the way they pared it, shown above with Mason by Michelle Mason skirt.


This skirt is perfection. I can't get over how angelic it looks, just soft and light. I'd pair it with a white shirt tucked underneath and a nice pair of wedge sandals, or even glam it up with jewelry and black pumps.


Not a LBD (little black dress) but a gorgeous one. Once again, Chloé went for a light fabric, easy to use and look good in. I'd go for the wedges, once again, but you can also pair it with flats for a more daily look or with classic heels, and don't forget to use a nice bracelet to pull the look together.
Doesn't it remind you of cool Summer nights?


Let's talk about intimates. Whether you want to surprise your husband or just feel sexy, this bra is the perfect option. I believe everyone should have at least one pair of underwear that makes them feel good and confident, as it's proved it can improve your self-esteem.
Agent Provocateur didn't disappoint (as usual), and this is a great investment for your future life.
It's also black, the color that suits everyone and makes everything look mysterious and appealing, with a delicious darkness.

To wrap it up, I'll leave you with two more items, a blazer from Alexander Mcqueen (also known in my life as God) and Mason by Michelle Mason.
Thank you, and have a great weekend.

Sharp-shoulder crepe peplum jacket from Alexander Mcqueen



Lace-paneled ponte mini dress from Mason by Michelle Mason

Dec 12, 2012

Fashion on a budget

As some of you may know, I'm going to New York in less than a month to celebrate New Year's Eve and because of Christmas (and my Burberry/Isabel Marant purchases) I have to cut down on the budget.
That isn't, however, something negative. I love using cheaper stores like Forever 21 to buy those fashionable items that might go out of fashion extremely quickly or that you might just not use very often.
They also make great Christmas gifts if you're sure about the girl's style.
Here's what caught my eye:


Metallic Sweater in cream/gold (can you tell I'm addicted to comfortable clothes?)




That's all on my list so far. If something else comes up I'll make sure to add it in some post before I leave, along with my beauty 'to get' list.
Stay fashionable, on a budget.

 
 
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