Romping Around...

Outfit details: romper- Duchess; neon crossbody- Urban Outfitters; sandals- Michael Kors; sunnies- Karen Walker; necklace- Pamela Love (even better version here!); watch- Michael Kors; bracelet- The Bay

Wardrobe Wednesday...

I love accessories more than words, so when the days get longer and temperatures spike, there's nothing greater than piling on the bracelets and slipping into a pair of fun sandals. These accessories (shoes are kind of an accessory, right?) have been my go-tos this week, elevating them to Wardrobe Wednesday status. Of particular note is the pink spike bracelet and studded collar — both from The Bay — and the jelly sandals I bought last year at Winners (they're like walking on air!). The take away? It doesn't take much to make me happy; just a simple skull or spike will do.

Happy Wardrobe Wednesday, my pretties! xx

Image details: top- jelly sandals from Winners (old); middle- Expression studded collar (via The Bay); bottom- Expression spike bracelet, Blue Vanilla skull bracelet & Michael Kors watch

{Travel Diary} On the Rocks...

These photos were taken on my last night in Messolonghi, our hometown in Greece... My cousin and I decided to go to a nearby beach to catch the sunset and snap some quick pics, which turned out to be one of the windiest nights ever... And if you don't believe me, just look at my hair! 'Nuff said.

Saying goodbye to family is always so hard (we're a bunch of cry babies!), because we never really know when we'll see each other again... After all, it was seven years since my last visit! And since I'm not sure if I'll get to see my grandma again, it was especially hard to say goodbye to her, but hey, that's life.

All in all, it was an amazing trip, and I feel so fortunate to have made it back, even if for only such a short time... I want to thank my amazing cousins for taking my outfit pics (believe me, it wasn't easy with the extreme heat!), as well as those who followed along my trip via Twitter and Instagram — Your sweet comments meant so much! And as always, thanks to all of those who read my silly little blog daily, your support means more than you could ever know. xx

Outfit details: dress & necklace- Forever 21

{Travel Diary} Short Shorts...

I wore these shorts ad nauseum during my trip, because not only were they super cute and comfy, but the polka dots made them virtually irresistible to me... Be it day or night, these shorts were on and in a big way. They even made it to the top of a mountain, where they enjoyed a cool glass of beer under the stars... Talk about some traveling pants.

Happy Thursday! xx

Outfit details: blouse c/o Shoppalu; shorts- Forever 21; bag & sandals- Michael Kors; necklace- Forever 21

{Travel Diary} Wardrobe Wednesday

Before leaving for my trip, I was lucky enough to be gifted this adorable polka dot bikini and oversized hat by La Vie En Rose... How cute are they? I wore both pieces a ton while I was away, and received many a compliment on the bikini (because really, who doesn't love polka dots?). Although I wasn't brave enough to take pics of me actually in the bathing suit, I figured this would be the next best thing... And the world shares a collective sigh of relief. 

Happy Wardrobe Wednesday, lovelies! xx

Image details: polka dot bikini and oversized hat c/o La Vie En Rose

{Travel Diary} Hot Hot Pink...

My grandparents were rural farmers, so every time I go back to Greece, I love visiting their now unused land. It's just so beautiful and serene, and it reminds me of a childhood spent playing amongst the reeds and corn stalks with my cousins. We always had so much fun picking fruit and pretending that the creek below held magical water nymphs that conspired to capture us... Smart kids.

Happy Tuesday, lovelies! xx

Outfit details: neon dress- H&M; purse- vintage; sandals- Sam Edelman; necklace- House of Harlow

{Travel Diary} Green & Blue

Hello lovelies! I'm back from my travels, and although I wish I could have stayed in Greece with my family forever, it sure does feel good to be home... I missed you guys! Now we get to play catch up — me with what went down during my trip and you guys with whatever you've been up to for the last two weeks... I'll go first.

My trip was amazing; I got to see family that I hadn't seen in (gasp!) seven years, eat all the delicious foods that I had missed oh-so much (including calamari, saganaki, real greek salad, fresh bread from the bakery and oh my God, the cheeses!), beach it up hard, revisit all my favourite spots in our hometown of Messolonghi (I was a bit of a party girl back in the day), and of course, spend time with my sweet grandma (yiayia!). She had good days and bad ones, but all in all, she seemed to be doing quite well — thanks to everyone who sent well wishes her way, I really appreciate your guys' support!

The only negative, aside from having to leave? The heat. It was stinking hot everyday single day, and as someone more accustomed to cooler temperatures, I was miserable. My hair always looked poopy, my makeup constantly sweated off (gross) and I was forced to take up permanent residence in front of a fan between the hours of 12 and 4. Not pretty. That's why it's a miracle I was able to take outfit photos at all, and I'd like to send a special thank you to my beautiful cousins Vasianna and Marilia for patiently taking my photos... You guys deserve a medal or something for putting up with me.

OK, that's enough about me, what did you guys get up to? I want to hear everything... Spill!

Thanks for reading, and stayed tuned for more Greece-themed posts this week. xx

Outfit details: dress- H&M; necklace- Forever 21; tote- Michael Kors; gladiators- Sam Edelman

Homeward Bound...

Welcome to my last scheduled post, lovelies! I'll be back home tomorrow, presumably jet lagged and suffering from some serious post-Greece depression (it's a thing, I swear)... But that said, I'm sure seeing my two loves (Mr. AiF and Meows, of course!) will perk me right up — the two of them seem to have that effect on me.

Thanks for reading this silly little blog while I've been out of town, and stay tuned for regular, real-time updates from here on out! And a special thank you goes out to my lovely friend Kastles for helping me take all these pics before my trip — you're a life saver, Kass!

Love you all... xx

Outfit details: tank- Forever 21; leopard shorts- Forever 21 (borrowed from Kastles); sandals- Sam Edelman; clutch c/o J.Crew; sunnies- Urban Outfitters; cross necklace- Forever 21; watch- Michael Kors; bracelets- Joe Fresh, House of Harlow & Forever 21L

Zig Zag...

I bought this dress for Greece, but because I'm pretty much the most impatient person ever, it made it's debut a week before my trip... Hey, a girl only has so much willpower, am I right? xx

Outfit details: dress- Forever 21; sandals- Tahari; rosary- Forever 21

Lucky Shorts...

I love these shorts, which were an oh-so thoughtful gift from my bestie, Kastles... I don't know how I've managed to keep them white for so long — let's just call it luck.

Happy Tuesday, love bugs! xx

Outfit details: polka dot blouse- Forever 21; shorts- Joe Fresh; bib necklace- Anthropologie (borrowed from Kastles); clutch- vintage YSL; sandals- Michael Kors; bracelets- Forever 21, Joe Fresh & House of Harlow; watch- Michael Kors

Collared Whites & Leopards Brights

I was lucky enough to be sent a Press Moria top from one of my lovely sponsors, Shoppalu, and I couldn't love it more... It's super lightweight and comfy, while the cut and decorative trim have made it an instant favourite of mine. So when I was thinking about how I wanted to style it for this post, I figured there was no better item than my leopard Joes Jeans. And with the added kick from my trusty red flats, I was good to go...

Happy Thursday! xx

Outfit details: blouse c/o Shoppalu; leopard print jeans- Joes Jeans; red flats- Versace; necklaces- Forever 21; rose gold watch- Michael Kors; bracelet- H&M

Go Time...

As you read this, I'm ransacking my closet, frantically packing for my trip to Greece. I'll be leaving later tonight, and couldn't be more excited... But that doesn't change my intense packing-related anxiety. I'm one of those people who likes to be prepared for anything; stinking-hot weather, a night on the town, Armageddon — hey, you never know. Another equally shallow thing giving me anxiety today? What colour to paint my nails for this trip. I've had my nails bare for the last week — which is normally unheard of — in anticipation of, oh let's just go ahead and call it 'nail day.'  Do I want classic red? Mint? A snazzy neon? I can't make up my mind and the stress is getting to me... Help!

If you want to keep up with my trip over the next two weeks, be sure to follow me on Twitter and Instagram! But if you would prefer the official recap when I return, that's cool too... Just enjoy the scheduled content I've prepared for you in the meantime. xx

Outfit details: neon pink blouse- H&M (borrowed from Kastles); white shorts- Joe Fresh; neon green bag- Cambridge Satchel Co; sandals- Michael Kors; necklace- Forever 21