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From Mexico with Love….part one!!!

On January 9, 2009 · 25 Comments
Hello Darlings,

I am back ... and wish I wasn't!!!! I LOVE MEXICO!!! It was an unforgettable vacation that was filled with tons of fun, drunken moments , sunny days, and awesome adventures.

Cancun was an ideal vacation destination, with incredible night life and amazing adventure. Grand Oasis is a beautiful 5 star resort, and is definitely the heart of the party!!!

My vacation wardrobe was simple and casual. It mainly consisted of bikinis, summery dresses, my new Miss Trish of Capri Sandals ( i lived in them), high heels, flats, jeans, and tees.

Blast off: Traveling from Canada to Mexico can be a bit difficult, since we left during a crazy snow storm so it was annoying to carry heavy winter clothes when I arrived in hot Mexico.

 

I am wearing:

M. Rena Wool Sweater

Gap Long Sveele Cotton Shirt

Corpus Skinnies in Ash

Juicy Couture Flats - so comfy

Gap Leather Purse

Coach Swingback

I wore fluffy flats and my favorite M. Rena sweater. My carry on luggage consisted of two purses, my favorite large leather hobo and a Coach swingpack. And of course, no make up - it is just really bad for your skin on the flight.NEW YEARS All I can say is nothing can compare to ringing in the new year in Cancun.... Simply WOW!!!   NEW YEARS IN CANCUN MEXICO: Nothing compares to ringing in the new year in Cancun....

New Years eve is always a big deal to me and having an opportunity to celebrate it in Cancun meant that I had to find a perfect dress. I wore a simple yet comfortable breeze dress from French Connection. It was an an unforgettable night in Cancun city.

I am wearing:

French Connection Dress with pockets

Michael Kors Heels

To kick-off our New Years eve, we had an amazing dinner at a Brazilian steakhouse, and then went to The City night club with Sandra Collins DJ'ing. To cap off our night there was a party by a swimming pool in our resort.

The New Years celebration lasted into the wee hours of the morning.... :)

COBA - Mayan Ruins and Pyramids

When Andrew and I were deciding on our vacation destination earlier this year, we knew that we wanted to have a cultural experience as well as a party atmosphere, therefore Mexico seemed like an ideal choice. For me, as an architectural freak seeing the ruins was probably the most exciting part of the trip ( I am a geek, I know,lol)... and although, I wish I could have seen as three sites close to Cancun (Chichen Itza, Tulum, and Coba) .... I settled for Coba.

I am wearing: French Connection Cotton Tee Dress Miss Trish of Capri Sandals Ray Ban Wayfarers Coba is a large ruined city of the Pre-Colonial Mayan civilization and is also a location of the newly discovered Mayan ruins and pyramids. The site was opened to the public in 1972 and only 8 % of an estimate of 6,000 structures are restored.The main pyramid, Nohoch Mul is 42 meters tall ( 138 feet) and is the highest in the Yucatan Peninsula.

Our day was filled with adventure in a Mayan village located in the jungle, where we had a Mayan ceremony with a shaman, ate Mayan food with the locals, wandered around a jungle,Zip-lined across the lake, went swimming in a meteorite crater( Cenote), as well as water canoeing through a lagoon.

The day was definately filled with adventure and excitement that is truly unforgettable.The other half of the pictures are coming up soon :)

To a certain degree I am glad to be back... but still adjusting to the brutal cold weather. Merry Christmas to those of you who celebrate it on the 7th!!!!!
With Love.... Marta

Trip Prep…. Marc Jacobs Sunglasses

On December 10, 2008 · 31 Comments
Hello Darlings,

Yesterday, I went shopping to find some must-haves for my Cancun Mexico vacation. My big finds were these awesome Marc Jacobs sunglasses, and this versatile one shoulder top from Mexx. I also finally received my Accessories & Beyond Bracelets and they are amazing.

Although I never had enough guts to wear massive sunglasses, I decided to give them a try. I can't find Ray Ban wayfarers in my size (52-14), so I decided to bring my Chanel Aviators and Marc Jacobs Sunglasses on the trip.

I am wearing: Mexx Cotton/Silk one shoulder top H&M High waisted skirt Accessories & Beyond Gold Bracelets Marc Jacobs Sunglasses Juicy Couture Mary Jane Heels
I love the idea of matching my bracelets to the shoes...

The frames are comfortable and the glass transitions from dark to light.

Well, lovelies what do you think of the glasses?

Thank you all for your lovely comments and e-mails!

I wish you all a lovely day!!!

With Love ... Marta
Photo Credits: Tom Ford; Zimmerman.

Getting Glam with Alexander Wang

On October 29, 2008 · 39 Comments

Hello Darlings,

" Anyone can get all dressed up and glamorous, but it is how people dress

in their off days, that are most intriguing." - Alexander Wang

The dress is Alexander Wang - from his first full ready-to-wear Spring 2007 collection.'Till this day, it's my favorite Alexander Wang collection... the sheer fabrics, the gentle colors, and the girly look is PERFECTION. When I saw this dress, I had to have it. My style preference is girly chic over grungy chic....

Although the dress is totally "me", I experimented with my make up with inspiration from Burberry Prorsum Spring 08 show. Since my dress, was very girly, light, and pastel... I wore light make up with a touch of purple.

Got to Love TORONTO at night!!!

I bought this dress for a gala in January, but couldn't wait until then to wear it. So I wore it to my friends birthday bash on Saturday. Made of beautiful chiffon and with impeccable detailing, this dress is a dream and the tights are another new obsession :)

I am wearing: Alexander Wang Blush Dress - $465,on sale for $220 Soia & Kyo Z Wool Coat - $330 Michael Kors Booties - $230 Trasparenze Tights - $32 Gap Leather Bag - $210 Moschino Sued Gloves - a gift from mom A.V. Max Studded Cuff - $56, on sale for $28 Diamond/Platinum Studs - a gift from mommy and daddy
Paired with my Soia&Kyo jacket...
Although the dress is totally "me", I experimented with my make up with inspiration from Burberry Prorsum Spring 08 show. Since my dress, was very girly, light, and pastel... I wore light make up with a touch of purple.
And to top it all of my all time favorite Chanel Coco Mademoiselle eau de Parfum.
P.S. Sunday I went for BLOGGERS LUNCH and can't wait to share it with you :)
I wish you all a Gorgeous Day !!!!
With Love... Marta
Photo Sources: instyle.com; alexander wang.com;

Love Affair in Hayden Cashmere

On September 18, 2008 · 26 Comments
Hello Darlings,

My life is officially taken over by university. On a positive note, university does require some kind of dressing up, so here are my two looks for today!

I am wearing:

Full Circle Wool/Cashmere Coat - $328

Hayden Cashmere Sweater - $250, on sale for $64

Talula Wool Shorts - around $70

Minnetonka Mocassins - $44

Dove Necklace by Kimberly Baker Jewelry - $195

Aldo Accessories Headband - $15

I wore this outfit with my Full Circle Coat and Hayden Cashmere Sweater for a dinner date with my boyfriend Andrew on Bloor Street West in Etobicoke.

To go University during the day, I wore an outfit with my Trash & Luxury " Vanity is Fair" Dolmal Sleeve Tee, and my favorite Juicy Couture Flats.

NEW LOVE

OOOH YEA and shopping.... it is so difficult to do homework when you're a click away from shopping. It's my quicky "pick me up". So I present to you my new "lover" that I picked up ... If you want one just click :)

Ich sphere nur ein bisschen Deutsch .... YAY !!!

More photos of what I wore today to my German class. It's the Trash&Luxury tee from the last post and my all time favorite Juicy Couture flats.

I am wearing:

Trash & Luxury " Vanity is Fair" Dolmal Sleeve Tee

J Brand Skinnies

Juicy Couture Flats

Swarovski Love Charm Bracelet

I wish you all a fun and relaxing weekend!!!!

With Love...

Marta