“And there shall be signs in the sun, and in the moon, and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves roaring; Men’s hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of heaven shall be shaken.” Luke 21:25-26
Something about the moon and stars have always captured me. Staring into the light of the softly lit globe of stone just makes me feel… different. There is a bigger power that moves through our universe, and looking to the sky seems to strengthen that connection. The night always frightened me a bit growing up, so perhaps it’s also learning to embrace your fears and somehow becoming something else in the transition.
Not alone in my fascination, I spent hours wandering Jantar Mantra in Jaipur, India on my most recent trip. It was fascinating to see how people have tried to interpret something so beyond our world. I don’t believe in the catchy phrases and predictions of astrological readings in the Sunday papers, but I do believe in an organized universe, and who knows – maybe the earth does sway as the stars align.
And yes – I did stay up all night watching the blue moon rise. #dreamer
Keeping it cool in the 90+ degree weather. These culottes were a staple item for me. All of my accessories packed for this trip were from Chloe Alyson, Fjord, and The Row. Travel tip #153 (I just made that number up) pack versatile, quality items that you can re-wear, re-style, and be comfortable. No one wants to lug around a 500lb bag (not to mention the overweight fees). Other misc. baubles were picked up along the way.
Travel tip #154: I know the street food looks delish, but err on the side of caution. Trust me…
I did try a bit of this paper rolled, spicy delight, and it was totally worth the chance. The food here is AMAZING.
Don’t forget to smile, it’s the weekend! XXX
I love the top is very cute and simple to wear! And I love the background amazing I can feel the atmosphere.
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yes so versatile! these stripes are about as close as I get to wearing patterns XXX
Gorgeous photos. Love your monochrome look.You look so chic. I totally agree with you about packing versatile, quality items when traveling.
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thank you Doreen! it’s definitely the only way to travel <3
Wow! Amazing photos!! Love your blog!
XO Ellen from Ask Away
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thank you Ellen, such a beautiful place!
LOVE IT! this is such a great look i love your choices! <3
Val
thanks Val! hard to go wrong with black and white ;)
Wow, that place looks amazing! And nice outfit as always!!
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thank you friend, it was truly an incredible adventure
I love this little striped, tied up top! what a cute look!
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thank you! and sooo lightweight to beat the heat =)
Ah these photos are so dreamy :) What’s in that food photo? I can’t tell if they’re chips or really flattened banana pieces or neither haha love that simple striped top :) xx
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oh man that food stuff is so good, it’s like a grain cracker, and you mix in all sorts of spices, chips, onion, cilantro, green chilis, and tomato… it’s a-m-a-z-i-n-g and the smell is incredible
It is in nature of things that joy arises in a person. The star and the moon and that heaven how beautiful things to exists:). My m love the top knotted paired with the bottom is completely darling:).
Xx. Tanya
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yes! living to be amazed =) thanks Tanya
Wow, Jaipur looks like a gorgeous place to visit. Your photos are so lovely and capture the spiritual beauty of the city. I would love to visit there one day!
xx,
Paisley
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it really is gorgeous, and the pink city surrounding is a site in and of itself, lots of places to visit around the area!
Lovely photos!
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thank you so much Adela
Great post! I’m in love! :*
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you’re too kind Nuria
These photographs are absolutely lovely, delicious candy for the eye and always inspiring!!
Love, Julia Linn
thank you friend! hope you’re having a good week
Absolutely love this look. The tie top is perfect and your photos are beautiful!
Hailey
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thanks so much, can’t go wrong with b&w!
Happy Wednesday Kris! Your outfit is absolutely perfection! I’m a massive fan of culottes too and I’ve worn it multiple times during summer. It’s one of my favourite summer pieces :) Your pictures are beautiful, you have a very talented photographer! :) Love ya babe! xo Vivian
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hey Vivian, they’re the beeeest, I will pass it on to my photographer
You look amazing! Love your style
XX
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thank you so much friend!
I love your outfit’s details!
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Milena <3
great blog babe!
Kristina, you look amazing! Love the photography too!
Much love,
Vanessa
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my photographer is bomb!
I’m dying over your photos!!! Gorgeous as always!
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thank you friend! and happiest of Thursdays to you
Oh man, I forgot to mention the building is amazing and I love historic! I’m now on the road trip to the really old town:) and I’m super excited and looking forward to it;).
Have a good one K.
Tanya
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It’s so beautiful for sure! Enjoy your trip
Thanks to you Kristina:). I will.
I absolutely adore your style and your pictures are just as chic and stylish like a spread out of Vogue Magazine! Ah yes I agree with you on packing essential pieces that you can re-work and re-style, and about eating local foods…well, I can relate as I’ve been there done that (“that” would not be mentioned as it was quite gruesome). Ah what a wonderful trip to Jaipur, even there you still maintain such cool aesthetics. You are such an inspiration dear! :) xo~ Lena
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Haha part of the joys of travels I guess. Hope you have an amazing weekend planned ahead!
I am seriously in LOVE with all of your blog posts! The photos and outfits are simply perfect! LOVE
Joy xx.
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thank you!!! xoxo the feeling is completely mutual
Gorgeous, clean, crisp pictures! Love the style of this blog!
thanks bae!
Perfect! I love and i follow your blog, please follow me too
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thanks so much, happy to be new friends xoxo
Gorgeous! I love how you styled the skirt.
– Adi xxo
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many thanks xoxo
I am currently living in India and you know what? I agree with you, the food is so yummy!!
I love your outfit! :)
xoxo,
Johanna,
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