Cheap and Chic: Joe Fresh, the new kid on the block

When it comes to cheap basics, there is yet another rival to H&M - Joe Fresh. Although their design is more classic and less edgy, the silk blouses for only $39, as well as slim fit jeans for the ridiculously low $19, are sure to find a spot in our summer closet. If you have a bit of imagination and pair them with some crazy colored heels, an embellished jacket and clutch, you can look high-fashion on a low-fashion budget. Imagination is key. Here are some color block dresses, striped flats and scarves, multi-color blouses, and pleated skirts from their spring summer collection. Definitely go in store for more colors and to just get ideas on how to combine these pieces.


Did I mention that the creator is the one of Club Monaco fame? There is plenty of room for growth for this label so let's keep our eye on it, 'cos we all know we need another H&M just for variety sake...

Obsessed with... Calvin Klein Vivian Ankle Strap Heels

Why? Because they go with everything and look amazing when worn... (see bellow)
Plus - they are $119!
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Real: The zara photoshoot

Presenting the real section. This is a beginning of a beautiful relationship...


Inspired by the spring breeze, wonderful collection at Zara, and pure girly-ness, my friend Alessandra grabbed her advanced camera and we have set on an adventure of adult dress up, pretend play and put on our well thought-off outfits to play a model for the day. 


Cast: Linda, Mai, Alessandra and me (Ana :))
Setting: Manhattan skyline by the East River
Goal: Lot's of fun!


I chose a head to toe Zara ensemble with two items from the Spring collection - the lace shorts and the high heels I have been drooling over for the past month (and have obviously succumbed to buying them). My shirt is Zara fall/winter 2011 collection as well as the leather jacket. They are both very precious items in my closet (the front of the shirt should actually be in the back but I have chosen to change that). 

Photos by Alessandra Agurcia and yours truly (of Alessandra :))

Linda is wearing the pants and the mesmerizing shirt from the Zara spring/summer 2012 collection with Zara red shoes and a red bag. Such a beautiful summery combination of colors.

details done to perfection

Alessandra was wearing a wonderful zara black dress with lace sleeves and back. Sometimes combined with her wedge booties and sometimes with my heels, every combination is pure elegance.

Mai was wearing edgy zara leather jeans with a green lace blouse combined with her chunky heels adding to the toughness of the outfit. Pure rock with a touch of feminine lace.

I think the most interesting thing is how we can use the zara collection and all have very distinct styles. That's the magic of fashion.

But most important of all we had a lot of fun and that's what it's all about!

And we had to eat after that!

Yummy!!

@ Vero midtown

Three favorite SS12 campaigns

Absolutely love the details in this collection. I would buy all the dresses if I was a millionaire ;)

To die for. Perfect for long nights out.

That shirt, that belt... those shoes...

pure love

Love the suiting

I adore the make-up on this campaign

This dress has already made the red carpet... Of course, it's Lanvin.

Give me the sparkle...

Dress to the left... minimalistic heaven anyone?

And adding the flowy...

Chloe.

Best for last.Love this photo and the dresses.