Did you know January is considered the most depressing month of the year? Allegedly it's the combination of post Christmas blues, bills and the gray weather that has made it earn the title. While there are many great ways to help combat sadness during January, such as spending time with loved ones, working out, traveling somewhere warm, meditating, nourishing yourself, the one that will instantly lift your mood is something sparkly or colorful.
This outfit is a simple classy look elevated with a sparkly crop top and pearl combat boots. The juxtaposition of the combat boots with pearls in the heel is pure perfection and me in a boot. I've dreamed of these boots for many years as they encapsulate my style perfectly, feminine, classy with an edge and comfy. The sparkly crop top can be worn so many ways and will shine in summer, but I love how it can liven up a simple look like this one.
This year I'll play more into the classic pieces I own while elevating the looks with fun accessories. Something to remember as we start this new year is not all that glitter is gold, be mindful of that in everyday life.
Cari x
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As someone finding themselves in self-isolation during these scary times, I can't help but dream of spring and last year when I was able to roam around care free, taking pictures in my favorite places. In the spirit of dreaming of spring and better times (which we'll find ourselves in again very soon, hopefully), I'm sharing this effortless look from my looks archive. Stay safe babes!
Have a pink-tastic day!
Kisses
London during the festive season is simply magical, most window shops and restaurants are decorated making you feel like you're walking around a movie set. Quite honestly I love that about London, that atmosphere in the air and dreamy installations. I'm very excited for another year in my favorite city and will back soon with my goals for the new year. Have you set any goals / resolutions?
Today I'm happy to share the fabulous exterior of The Ivy Chelsea Garden, which always have some of the most magnificent installations. They are prepared for every occasion and I can't wait to see how they're going to top the Christmas one. As you can see in the pictures it looks like vibrant gingerbread house, decorated with Christmas baubles and giant "candy canes".
Today I'm happy to share the fabulous exterior of The Ivy Chelsea Garden, which always have some of the most magnificent installations. They are prepared for every occasion and I can't wait to see how they're going to top the Christmas one. As you can see in the pictures it looks like vibrant gingerbread house, decorated with Christmas baubles and giant "candy canes".
Which was your favorite Christmas installation this year?
Since we've entered the sale season, I'm going to share Friday my best sale finds!
Have a pink-tastic day!
Kisses
Rome is one of the most historically rich cities in the world, having one of the most influential history in the world. Walking around the center is like being in a museum. Every corner hides a picturesque view just waiting to be discovered. Additionally it's possibly one of the most photogenic cities, not to mention the to-die-for food. Italian food in general is amazing, but food in Rome was out of this world. If given the opportunity I would fly out to Rome just to have a pasta dish and enjoy the Roman atmosphere.
This wasn't my first time visiting Rome, I had traveled there on vacation with my family when I was in high school. That time around it hadn't amazed me as much and every time someone would tell me its their favorite city I would remain unfazed. It took me coming back to Rome to realize two things. Firstly, the first time I visited we barely saw anything. We visited a few of the touristic attractions and that's it, so understandably I wasn't impressed. Secondly, when you visit a city or country as an adult, you'll always view it with a different perspective. I fell in love with every corner, every cobblestone and every building! It's astonishing and when you think about the history of the city it amazes you even more. I would definitely go back hence why I threw a coin in the Trevi fountain.
Fun fact: we've all heard the axiom "All the roads lead to Rome" and while being on one of the original Roman roads I asked where that saying came from. My funny boyfriend explained to me that it was logical all the roads would lead to Rome as they were built out of Rome, which obviously makes sense yet we never think about it logically, so I like the proverb interpretation that all the methods of doing something will lead to the same result in the end.
Did you know this fun Roman fact?
Kind regards,
Carina
December is here, literally can't believe it's almost the end of the year! I love the festive season and the Christmas spirit in the air and will definitely create some gift inspos for you guys. Admittedly I haven't been very consistent with blogging this year, despite my wish to create more content. How ironic is that? I made it a goal last year to post more often and instead it has been my least consistent year since starting blogging. It's not pictures I was lacking as much as the inspiration to write. Hopefully this block will come to an end with the beginning of the festive season because I have loads of ideas! Before we get into the festivities there are a few more pictures to share from my trip to Rome. Prepare for touristy overload from Rome! Not much to say, except how amazing Rome is!
Have you visited Rome?
Have a pink-tastic day!
Kisses
Let's let our hair down and have some fun with a few content creator truths. This post is meant to be funny and shed some light, you know while keeping it light. Get it?! Anywaaaay... if you don't feel the same it's fine, don't get offended - this is a positive space!
Everyone thinks taking pictures is easy peasy with no stress, no fuss and you get your desired content after one shoot. This couldn't be further from the truth. Creating visually enticing content takes time, nerves and a whole lot of research. Do you think people just roll out of bed and the perfect location pops up in their mind? You'd be wrong to think so. I research new locations in the city I live in constantly and for trips I do it months in advance, at times I even start when a city is just on my bucket list because you never know. It's better to always be prepared. Is it a bit much? For anyone not caring about fabulous pictures it is and rightfully so, but my biggest regret after visiting stunning countries, which I'm probably not going to visit again soon, is that I hadn't prepared. To be clear, it's not just for the 'gram, I actually enjoy it - it's fun for me!
Everyone thinks taking pictures is easy peasy with no stress, no fuss and you get your desired content after one shoot. This couldn't be further from the truth. Creating visually enticing content takes time, nerves and a whole lot of research. Do you think people just roll out of bed and the perfect location pops up in their mind? You'd be wrong to think so. I research new locations in the city I live in constantly and for trips I do it months in advance, at times I even start when a city is just on my bucket list because you never know. It's better to always be prepared. Is it a bit much? For anyone not caring about fabulous pictures it is and rightfully so, but my biggest regret after visiting stunning countries, which I'm probably not going to visit again soon, is that I hadn't prepared. To be clear, it's not just for the 'gram, I actually enjoy it - it's fun for me!
There's of course the very delicate subject of bothering your significant other. A lot of people are lucky to have someone in their life that adores taking pictures and supports them by shooting with them. I'm very lucky to have both my partner and girlfriends do the job. However, my partner - despite taking the best pictures - dislikes photography and anything to do with it. He takes my pictures everywhere we are because he's a sweetheart, but it's not his passion nor dream to do that. It's always hard to know when you're asking too much since as a creative person with a vision you seek the perfect shot. I'm sure every blogger/vlogger/content creator can relate to annoying their "personal photographer" at least once. Which is why having your research does help, you can be quicker and to the point!
Planning outfits is another fun element when you're shooting fashion content. I love styling and fashion in general, but there's only so much my suitcase can hold and only so much I can buy. Diverse looks in pictures is something I strive for, which is why I've learned to reuse, restyle and repurpose everything in my wardrobe to create tons of looks with the same clothes. This is as mentioned crucial when traveling. On my trip to the US this past spring I nailed it, if I may say so myself. All items were cherry picked to go with each other and create multiple looks.
Have you ever wondered how bloggers/instagramers/etc manage to have pictures all alone in locations you know ohh to well are crowded? It comes down to two things. 1. waking up at the crack of dawn and you're alone. I would say the downside to this strategy is quite obvious - you wake up at 5-6am depending of the location. It's insane and hard, especially when you're doing it for someone else. Needless to say it's something to do once in a while if you care about the person taking your pictures. Option 2. is apparently simple patience. Why apparently? Well you can't control the people surrounding you and this relies a lot on people being nice and understanding, which doesn't always happen. However, sometimes you'll meet a fellow creator at the same location and you'll both have a huge understanding for each others craft which is a nice feeling.
Well ... those are my creator's truths for today. Did you enjoy this kind of post? Should I do more?
Have you ever wondered how bloggers/instagramers/etc manage to have pictures all alone in locations you know ohh to well are crowded? It comes down to two things. 1. waking up at the crack of dawn and you're alone. I would say the downside to this strategy is quite obvious - you wake up at 5-6am depending of the location. It's insane and hard, especially when you're doing it for someone else. Needless to say it's something to do once in a while if you care about the person taking your pictures. Option 2. is apparently simple patience. Why apparently? Well you can't control the people surrounding you and this relies a lot on people being nice and understanding, which doesn't always happen. However, sometimes you'll meet a fellow creator at the same location and you'll both have a huge understanding for each others craft which is a nice feeling.
Well ... those are my creator's truths for today. Did you enjoy this kind of post? Should I do more?
Have a pink-tastic day!
Kisses
I may have moved from Milan, but that doesn't mean it's not always in my heart. Milan is a wonderful city full of vibrancy, beauty and fashion - it's always a pleasure to come back, not to mention I have some of my best friends there who I'm always over the moon happy to see. However if there's something I always regret when moving to a new city is that I didn't get to explore the one I was living in even more. Does anyone else feel that way or is it just me? I'm really trying not to make that mistake with London and attempting to explore it a bit more with every chance I get.
Back to Milan now, one of the less known places you can visit, that is truly stunning to see, is the San Lorenzo Basilica. The Basilica is one of the oldest churches in Milan, but even more spectacular are the Colonne di San Lorenzo in front. These are a group of ancient Rome ruins that had been moved to Milan. They are a group of 16 Corinthian columns which allegedly have been removed from either a 2nd century temple or a public bath house. The Colonne di San Lorenzo are remarkable no matter what structure they came from and if you're curious to visit them, the ruins are located close to Navigli - a set of interconnected canals that are surrounded by cute local restaurants, gelateria and shops. That whole area has a relaxed and friendly atmosphere I really love. It's the perfect place to go have an aperitivo and enjoy the Milanese evenings.
Have you visited Milan? Which less known places do you adore?
Have a pink-tastic day!
Kisses
Las Vegas is a magical and mysterious place, a disruptive reality where time seems to stop. From an architectural and innovative point of view it's simply amazing what was created there. This was my second time in Vegas - if you remember the first time I took you along all the great hotels on the Strip. I have seen most of them back in 2014 but I still love to visit and admire them, they deserve it. I'm always fascinated by the flamingos at Flamingo Hotel and by the interior garden decorations at Bellagio, which never cease to amaze. You can never get bored in Las Vegas! I love the diversity and chaos, so much fun and I recommend everyone visit at least once.
Have you visited?
Have a pink-tastic day!
Kisses
Navy and white stripes are always a must during the summer time, the nautical theme is perfect to bring summer vibes into the city. What I appreciate most about these striped loose fitted trousers is the combination of both thin and thick stripes. The blend of both types of stripes give the trousers more character. These type of trousers elongate and flatter the figure, which is why I adore them so much. I find they look best with some sort of cropped top, on this day I had chosen a light knit cropped jumper, but with the current heatwave a barely there crop top might be a better choice. The fabric of the trousers is lightweight which is why they would still be wearable with this London heatwave, however you're probably better off wearing a lightweight flowing dress.
Are you living in the UK? How are you dealing with this heatwave?
Have a pink-tastic day!
Kisses
I went crazy in Sephora and bought everything, then decided to share all these amazing products with you guys. Sephora is like a little make-up and skincare heaven where you're being rewarded for giving away all your money. Ahaha I've stocked up on a lot of skincare products, as they are my priority, but also might have gotten my hands on a few make-up bits. Check out the video to see what I purchased and show the video some love. Also, it's my birthday! 🎂 Wooohooo! Check out my Instagram stories if you wanna see what I was up to.
Have a pink-tastic day!
Kisses
Today I'm sharing another look from Milan, it's a check on check outfit. I shared in the past my wish to mix patterns and I thought it would be fun to start with a check on check one. As you can see the coat is checked with a petrol thread through it, which adds an interesting feature to the look. While the checks are more subtle in the coat it still looks chic with the pink checked pants. The pants are a bolder pattern being pink and also featuring a bigger pattern. The weather was rainy and a bit cold so I added a baby pink turtleneck jumper for warmth, but also because I wanted an almost whole pink outfit. The green of the heeled ankle boots compliments well the coat and the whole look.
Here are a few tips for mixing prints and patterns:
1. Choose a main print/pattern as the focus of the look making the second one an accent. This will help keep the outfit visually appealing and it won't feel overwhelming.
2. Play with the scale of the prints to add dimension and an interesting touch to the look.
3. When using the same print, mix up the colors while choosing shades that compliment each other. Going for the same pattern creates a chic cool look. If you don't wanna go for a suit vibe with the same print all over choose colors that style well together, which is easy on the eyes and fashionable.
Have a pink-tastic day!
Kisses
When I first saw this blouse it seemed too puffy and ruffly, hence I didn't purchase it. While shopping the following day, I thought about trying it on to see how it would fit, still not sure if it was meant to be. Once I couldn't find it anymore, I realized just how perfect it was. After running like a crazy lady from store to store, I finally found it and tried it on. It was a match made in heaven. Moral of the story? When you find something that catches your attention, always give it a go and evaluate how it looks on you.
The ruffly sleeves make it incredibly photogenic, creating those Insta perfect pictures. I mean who knew?! The blouse is statement enough on it's own, so for the first outing, I paired it with navy high rise shorts and petrol blue ballerinas. It's girly yet effortless chic.
Are you loving the statement sleeves trend?
Have a pink-tastic day!
Kisses
I've been living in Milan for almost a year and never visited the San Lorenzo columns, though without realizing, I've been within a few meters more than once. That needed to change and today we're enjoying this charming ancient location. The Roman columns are quite a sight, one that transport you back in time and as you can see, they make for the perfect backdrop.
My outfit combines stripes on stripes. Mixing patterns is fun and makes a statement, however it can be scary or challenging to know where to start. The safer option would be styling stripes with well, stripes. In my case I incorporated vertical lines on both the top and bottom part. Fun fact, they create the illusion of slenderness. The bell sleeves offer a feminine touch, while the sneakers add comfort.
What's your favorite print mix?
Have a pink-tastic day!
Kisses
With summer around the corner, floral embroidery is dominating the street-style scene. It's feminine and gives a romantic touch to any outfit.
Take my outfit for example, I paired this romantic blouse with my leather trousers. The feminine details balance the toughness of the trousers, as do my bow mules. It's my kind of perfect balance between girly and edgy. Over the past month, you've been able to see my style transitioning into the hot weather. I've been introducing a lot more pastel colors and light fabrics. I can't wait for summer to here!
This cute SheIn blouse embodies summer vibes. It has floral embroidered details, ruffled sleeves and it's white. With summer approaching, I look forward to wearing a lot more white. Truth be told, I also adore the look of all white in winter, but don't trust myself to keep an outfit clean. Ahaha It's not like I'm a clumsy person, but with rain or snow, accidents happen. In high school I ruined my sister's favorite pair of white jeans wearing them in fall. Needless to say, she was beyond pissed.
Have you unintentionally ruined your sibling's/mother's clothing before?
Have a pink-tastic day!
Kisses
Just as I was getting exciting that spring is here, it started raining for two days. However that didn't bring me down, as it was the perfect opportunity to style a new piece in my closet. The faux fur vest doesn't only provide warmth, but also chicness to a look. To be honest, I've been on a hunt for the perfect vest this whole winter, if not since last year, but couldn't find one that had the desired texture and look, while being accessible in price. This isn't sponsored by the way, I purchased it with my own money!
The grayish purple colour made me fall in love with the vest, but the model is what got me hooked. The rolls, we'll just call them that, provide texture and definition, which a lot of other vest models lack in my humble opinion. For the first time styling it, I opted for a simple look that wouldn't distract from the star of the show. Though it's hard to distract from this fluffy gorgeousness. The liquid silver shoes compliment the vest perfectly, while adding a pop of something special. Underneath the vest I added a faux leather jacket, but a blazer, coat or even a knit would look fabulous. Everything else was very minimalist, a black turtleneck blouse and black jeans with a slit at the knees.
What are you looking for in a faux fur vest?
Have a pink-tastic day!
Kisses
As you've probably noticed, in the last year I've tried to share more fun and creative outfits with you, but everybody needs a lazy day outfit that still looks chic. So today I'm sharing my tips on achieving a lazy day outfit. Well, it doesn't have to be just for lazy day, it also works for when you're feeling unwell or just can't be bothered.
In such cases, I like to feel comfortable while still looking cute. Here are a few tips:
Today's pictures were taken in beautiful Como, where I decided to wear a semi elegant outfit consisting of a white dress and royal blue loafers. I know in USA there is the rule of not wearing white after Labor day, but I don't live there and fashion rules are meant to be broken anyway, right?
As you can see the dress has beautiful lace detailing from the neck to the chest and on the back, dropping in a low v. This detail makes the look a bit flirty. For even more playfulness, I added my silk neck scarf.
Do you wear white after Labor Day?
Have a pink-tastic day!
Kisses.
A little late to the party, as most bloggers have already shared their back to school looks, but in case you are still in school and looking for some inspiration, this is for you. Of course be careful to respect the dress code.
The weather in Milan is still quite hot, which is why I opted for a pair of dressier shorts instead of something longer. The blouse has beautiful embroidered and ruffled details. I'm not in school/Uni anymore, but if you are, opt for a cute backpack instead of a bag. Another tip would be to keep the jewellery dainty, don't want to catch the eyes of the professors in a bad way. The perfect shoes for school are comfy ones, like slip ons, ballerinas or sneakers. Slip ons can look elegant and fun, making the outfit modern and modish.
Which is/was your go to school look?
Have a pink-tastic day!
Kisses.
Hello Dolls!
Today I felt like combining romantic elements with elegant "#girlboss" ones. The off shoulder trend is still going strong, which is why it's fun to slowly transition it into fall. Not gonna lie, creating transitioning looks with 30 degrees outside is kind of a tough task, but it's also enjoyable.
The lace top is feminine and delicate, while the wide leg/palazzo pants are formal and elegant. The chignon makes the outfit even more polished, it's simple, sophisticated and sleek. For this look I ditched the choker and added a dainty necklace, but a statement snake ring. You know I love snake accessories.
Do you like this mix of styles?
Have a pink-tastic day!
Kisses.
I can't believe summer is almost over and that we're starting to transition our wardrobe. As previously mentioned, summer is my favourite season, so today we'll start talking about transitioning one of our favourite summer pieces into autumn. There is no need to bury all of those cute summer clothes yet, some can work just fine for the beginning of fall.
The first piece is the floral dress. Florals are huge in spring and summer, but they can also work in autumn.
- I would suggest keeping it mono-coloured except for the floral print and quite dark in order to counteract the summer vibes from the pattern.
- In this case I added a loose cardigan, but you could also add a blazer or leather jacket, depending on the weather.
- For accessories go for wool floppy hats or fedoras or even a beanie if the dress is sporty.
- As for the footwear, opt for ankle boots or over the knee boots. For those warm autumn days go without tights, it will look best especially because we added the fluffy knitwear.
- Try adding scarves for extra texture and warmth, but be careful not to overdo it with the oversized pieces. Balance it out between the scarf and cardigan/jacket.
What are your favourite tips to transitioning a dress into autumn?
Have a pink-tastic day!
Kisses.
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