MexiWHAT

So as I was scouring the internet as I usually do, last night I came across a brand that literally stopped me in my tracks. I immediately fell in love with the craftsmanship and detail that goes into their collections. Never in my life have I seen such a great attention to brand ownership and image. MEXICANA really blows it out of the park with their to die for booties. Don't belive me? Take a look for yourself.

For a greater look and more information on the shoes shown above as well as a view of the rest of the  collection, take a look at their website here: http://www.mexicana.fr

(Photos by MEXICANA)

Grab & Go

It's that time of year where I just want a good bag & some great accessories to help boost my mood and my outfit. Wether you need a huge bag for the beach or a small one for that city trip, here are a few different ideas!

Accessories for summer by hungrylittleghost featuring madewell sunglasses

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Where are all the flowers?

Not too sure whats up with the weather lately because I'm pretty sure we should be in the "brings May flowers" part of the year. Heres to wishing that it was sunny and beautiful outside.

MAY I? by alyssanap featuring a multi-chain necklace

Aussie Crushin'

I've always had a major crush on the sunny, beautiful and inspiring place called Australia. I mean have you looked at the Aussie lifestyle? From the days spent in the sun enjoying a nice day at the beach, to nights in the crisp desert air its hard not to become fond of the gypsy lifestyle. And they have done just that. This place is home to some of the greatest up and coming clothing companies in my opinion. Already making some waves (yes pun intended hehe) here in the USA I'm callin' it right now, these guys will all be huge!

Take a look yourself as I list my top three Australian based clothing companies.

www.spelldesigns.com

- For as long as sisters Elizabeth and Isabella can remember they’ve been enamoured by the feeling created when you combine feathers, leather and turquoise. In the 1960s and 70s their father was a leather craftsman and their mother was a potter, painter and wove brightly coloured threads on a loom. It seems only natural that the sisters would end up here, in Byron Bay, living a creative passion that flows from their family. The sisters have converted their Byron Bay design studio into their flagship boutique. And there they work, channelling their inner gypsy spirits, creating all manner of adornments, sharing their inspiration with their friends around the globe through their blog,’Spell & the Gypsy Collective’. - 

This company really takes the cake as the largest of the three brands. Recently working with Free People this is the first time I've seen their stuff available in the USA. I think this is really great considering Free People has yet to open an store in Australia and Spell has yet to open a storefront here. For now I'll buy some of their accessories through Free People and shop online for the most perfect of all wardrobes. I own a few items already and honestly wish I could have my entire closet full of their stuff. Such a great concept of a company from their clothing to home decor. Everything about them screams carefree hippie lifestyle that many can only dream of.  Click here or on the logo above to visit their site and take a look around. They even have their own blog AND Tumblr. For real is there anything these ladies cant do perfectly?

www.arnhem.co

- Born into a gypsy lifestyle of colour and beauty, flower child Arnhem Bickley spent her early years travelling around Australia and the world with her hippy parents. Drifting through different communities and festivals and living in teepees with no electricity or running water, a heightened sense of creativity emerged in young Arnhem, who began sewing clothing for her dolls at the age of four. This bohemian spirit flows into every piece of Arnhem Clothing. Her range is characterized by distinctive, custom signature prints of vintage-inspired floral, tribal and earthy designs, heavily influenced by the wilderness and beauty of her home in Byron Bay. -

Never in my life have I seen such a collectively great company. When you mix their blog posts featuring the items they sell, to the color pallets and the model stylings there is really nothing these ladies can't accomplish. I want to jump into my computer and be exactly where they are, running through fields of green in these cute frocks. The kimonos are to die for, I'm so happy that this is becoming a trend and more readily available. This company does a great job with PR with several Instagram giveaways as well as Facebook giveaways.  Make sure to check out their Facebook Page along with their website!

www.gypsyriver.com.au

- Gypsy River is a brand that takes you on an earthy and global wander to a place where you can be inspired by truly unique treasures for you and your home. The free-spirited and clever collection of jewellery, accessories and home furnishings are brought to you from around the world by Melbourne based designer, traveller and curator Kerrie Nelson. -

I don't even know where to begin with this brand. If I could ever imagine a perfect accessories company this would be it, except this is better because it ACTUALLY EXISTS. I have such a love for anything that is of Mayan, Aztec or Incan style when it comes to accessories and this place carries just that. From bedding to necklaces you name it. Maybe its my Incan decent or just my love of the beautiful pattern and print work but this place really take the cake on creating a one of a kind shop for a gypsy girls humble abode. They carry the greatest statement jewelry that I can promise you, you will not feel boring in, in fact I feel wearing their stuff will make you feel just like a queen...I mean tribe leader? Master? You'll love it. Trust me. Check out their site, or their blog for hours of inspiration.

And if you're like me and insta-obessed you can follow these guys by following the links below:

Spell & the Gypsy: @spell_byronbay
Arnhem: @arnhem_clothing
Gypsy River: @gypsyriver


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Pitter Pattern : Printed Pants

So if you know me in the real world you'll know that I have a rather large obsession with patterned pants. They can make the simplest outfit into something really freakin' awesome no matter what the occasion. From denim to silk, and from ikat to floral, here area few of my favorites (some of which I own myself!) Pair them with flats and a tee for a causal outfit, or some ankle boots and a sweater for a nice lunch date. You really cant go wrong, and it will help you in the future with getting your foot in the door (or pant...yeah bad joke) to becoming more outgoing with your fashion choices.

Any questions on links to these items or anything else feel free to leave a comment below, thanks!

Red Hot American Fall - Wish List

First post in a long time, sorry I've been away for so long everybody! I promise some adventures and such will be up soon. I've been really busy with helping my family and others around the area rebuild after Hurricane Sandy. Life has been one interesting turn of events after another, but has really helped show me who my true friends are and that everyone around me are all working collectively to make our   beautiful Long Island a great place.

So here's another fall wish list! Themed with shades of red from ox blood to bold patterns, enjoy!

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1. This cardigan has a great bohemian feel to it, its nice to see a great mix of patterns, good for the fall/winter months where layering is a must.
2. I love this Free People thermal, again perfect for fall layers. It really is so versatile you can peek the sleeves out of a jacket or layer it with a dress as seen here with a similar thermal on the Free People BLDG25 Blog!
3. I swear by these candles, they last 100 hours and smell like heaven on earth. For real if theres anything you're looking to buy me as a christmas or holiday gift, these candles (in almost every scent!) are a must.
4. I have been drooling over these shoes for god knows how long. Zara is such an amazing place to find little things like this that can really make your outfit, even with a completely minimal outfit these shoes are great.
5. Found this ring on the internet and it really caught my eye, its made with resin and little metal beads inside it, cool right? You can now feel like a bad-ass as you go fly to Beijing to fight off villains 007 style -- I mean go to class or whatever.


Enjoy loves, until next time xx

November Lust

So my birthday is coming up (the big 21!) on November 5th (yes just like Back to the Future, and my favorite; V for Vendetta) and I've been asked a few times what I am wishing for. If you couldn't tell from the color pallet below, I'm pretty much in love with anything Ox Blood Red or Sea foam/Mint Green, which I think is a large color combo this season, making me a VERY happy girl; I mean 21 year old woman. Now this isn't a list of things to buy me but more of a wish list of sorts for me to dream about. Lust with me while my wallet cries.

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Halloweenie Part 2!

WHAT ARE YOU BEING FOR HALLOWEEN THIS YEAR?

Apparently my post from last week was super popular with all you ladies and fellas so here is round two! Some are requests and some are just ideas that I have come up with. My main concern with costumes via halloween is that the main parts of it are re-usable for future fabulous attire and that the accessories are your splurge-eqsue halloween items. I mean come on, it is halloween after all and I know I do love a good zombie makeup fiasco or an excuse to buy a lightsaber because "It's for my halloween outfit I swear." or no excuses are really necessary. So grab your best garb and get your makeup brushes ready because Halloween is just around the corner!

Halloween Costume Ideas

So as I was getting coffee with a friend today I came to the realization that I have no idea what to be for Halloween! I really love to do DIY costumes and have the ability to save the pieces from the outfit and wear them in everyday life afterwards. So I came up with a few ideas, hopefully some you love, let me know! I still have yet to chose an outfit myself, let the halloween gods help me!

so here it goes...