Juicy Fruits: Pineapple

Here is the second of my posts inspired by fruits! Pineapples are nearly synonymous with tropical beaches, hot summers and fun in the sun. They're one of my favorite fruits and one of the most unique-looking. They kind of remind me of that wacky aunt that always spices things up. This look is bold and fun, just like pineapples.

 

I started with the skirt, which although has daisies on it, it also has a similar pattern to the criss-cross spiky part of the pineapple. Its scalloped hem make things interesting and look sweet, just like the fruit itself. I topped it with a structured, angular peplum shirt inspired by the crown of leaves on the fruit. The green wedges also evoke the spiky leaves. The beautiful pineapple earrings add a quirky touch to the outfit, along with the tropical-inspired woven bag. Finally, a refreshing spritz of Neon for women by Superdry evokes the tropics with its notes of mandarin, orange and of course, pineapple!

Pineapples are one of my favorite fruits during the summer and this look is bound to be my one of my favorite summer looks as well. Fun, fresh and exciting. What are your favorite summer fruits? Do you like bold colors and prints during the summer?

Juicy Fruits: Strawberry

Here is the first of my posts that is inspired by the bright, summery quality of fruit. Yes, fruit. One of the things I think about when I think about summer are fruits. And fruits always look cute, especially strawberries, with their connotation of "kawaii". Kawaii in Japan means cuteness.

This is a pretty cute strawberry ;) The leaves look like a flower.

 An interesting take on cuteness can be seen in this Vsauce video:

   Who wouldn't want to be cute? So take some fashion inspiration from the sweetness and cuteness of the strawberry. The polka-dotted top evokes the strawberry's characteristic pattern, and it also helps you look sweet. The strawberry-colored scalloped shorts are also very cute and are also characteristic of a strawberry's sweetness. The white vans help keep the look from becoming saccharine, and give it an easy, summery, sporty vibe. The sleek pink clutch reminded me of strawberry ice cream: very pink. The rose-tinted sunglasses and the pink strawberry necklace are whimsical touches. Lastly, wear a scent with a little strawberry. It's a great summer note to beat the heat and Marc Jacobs's Daisy Sunshine is a great fruity summer scent, featuring notes of berries, guava and lychee.

Color Story: Aquamarine

Color Story: Plum

Plum: royal and you know it. You had a party tonight. What better way to stand out from the crowd in a warm, rich plum? It was a perfect night, under the sparkling lights, dancing in a sea of beauty and amazement. Until we meet again.

Color Story: Celadon

Celadon: you always were a nature child. But you appreciate the finer things in life. Unapologetic. Cool. Confident. You aim to please, always easy on the eyes. An ode to a fresh spring day, restoring green tea, and a new leaf. Among the trees indeed.

Color Story: Tangerine

Tangerine: saccharine, yet with a kick. Unabashedly original. Sunny, sparkling, effervescent. Bright-eyed and fresh-faced. Claim your sunshine.

Color Story: Valentina in Rose

I would have liked to call this post Valentina en Rose, but I thought that would be too cliche. Is it? 
            It's Valentine's Day, and you, Valentina, are the muse of love, in this soft pink dress. The pinnacle of romance, in your pointed-toe pumps that emphasize your lady-like demeanor. Like a flamingo delicately balancing on thin pointe, you too have these thin pumps to balance on. Floral and feminine always, you wear a beautiful pair of teardrop earrings. The vision of youth, beauty, and femininity on Valentine's day. You're a lady, and you're proud.