All posts tagged: luxury fashion

everyday luxury | T&N ballet flats review

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Simplicity is a rare treasure in life. Webster describes it as the “the quality of being easy to understand or use.” It’s a natural component of what one would consider an everyday luxury of the minimalist. Straightforward, understated, and a support of one’s lifestyle. T&N is one brand that captures the essence of just that. In this T&N ballet flats review, we will cover just what simplicity in footwear means for you, including a detailed personal review of my experience with the comfort, quality and components of their classic ballet flat. About T&N It’s always a paramount preface for me to start all product reviews with an introduction to the story behind the brand. There is a lot you can understand about a product line or collection if you first understand the concepts and principals they were built from. I encourage you before making any purchasing decisions to first research into the brand’s history, get in the head of their designer, and then dive deeper into what brands align with your lifestyle priorities. T&N was …

best steals from the shopbop seasonal sale

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Been on the lookout for some luxury fashion steals to kick off your new season wardrobe? Your time has come. Shopbop has launched its end of season sale with designer collection pieces up to 70% off. People often feel luxury fashion is unattainable for the average woman, but there are some tips that help you build a collection that lasts you from season to season. Making selections based on timeless style, taking advantage of big seasonal markdowns, and browsing vintage items are all great ways to build your luxury collection on a budget. In spirit of minimalist luxury fashion principals, I’ve decided to share my wishlist to help you get started on your iconic wardrobe. First and foremost, let’s talk about shoes. A brand that would have been impossible to miss by now, Golden Goose continues to make a big appearance in luxury street style with it’s unique, deliberately distressed collection of basic casual sneakers. I purchased my first pair at the flagship store in Milan, and have since had a major itch to expand …

day in my dreams minimal fashion blogger featured in elle magazine

23 minimal styles featured on ELLE

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What’s up blogosphere, super excited to share with you guys some recent press on ELLE Greece! Noticed a pop in site visits, and when I checked it out, I may have lost my mind a bit over the heading “If you like the minimal style do not miss these 23 combinations” featuring 23 looks exclusively from my Instagram account. “Fashion & travel blogger Kristina, manager of dayinmydreams.com, uses white, black and gray to create simple but sexy sets that inspire you to make your own combinations using the same slim palette in a cute way.” – ELLE Greece Since starting a fashion blog just about 3 years back, I never could have imagined a renowned fashion publication like ELLE would ever even notice a small-city blogger like myself. I’m grateful and humbled by you guys and the blessings that have been poured down. It’s been an incredible journey, and I just wanted to post a quick message to say thank you all tremendously for your love and support. You have no idea how inspiring you …

fall fashion trend – fray hem jeans from ifchic

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Remember my ifchic review from a couple years back? A lot has changed changed since then, but one thing that hasn’t is ifchic’s selection of key fashion pieces. I shared a few Instagram stories with you last week of my most recent unboxing, but in case you missed it – they’re a great shopping resource for designer fashion, and I’ve teamed up with them to share a review of my favorite pieces I just snagged from their store – fray hem jeans by Rachel Comey. Ifchic does a great job of not only being a resource for these key fashion staples, but also helping shoppers keep up with the latest fashion trends, with an editorial approach to retail. photography:KUNDAN KUMAR | camera:CANNON 5D MARK III | fray hem rachel comey jeans & theory t-shirt c/0:IFCHIC One of the hottest fashion trends of fall 2017, prepare to be dressed in distressed denim in the form of fray hem jeans. Fray hem jeans are taking over streetstyle fashion and wardrobes literally around the world. From inches of fringe-style …

knot dress and luxury streetstyle

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Too in love with this dress gifted from Too Damn Expensive to not write a blog post about it. If you caught the IG post, you know it’s one of my favorite looks of the season. Knotted everything is so on point for a fresh take on deconstructed basics. From knot-back sweaters to knotted slides, this twisted classic has been flooding streetstyle looks starting from spring and moving heavily into fall. What’s great about the trend? It’s completely fresh, but totally wearable so you’re not screaming “oh, that girl must be in fashion.” It’s edgy, but still wearable for a night out or day in the office. photography:KUNDAN KUMAR | camera:CANNON 5D MARK III | dress c/o:TOO DAMN EXPENSIVE | luxury tote:GIVENCHY | shoes c/o:SHOES OF PREY | sunnies:RAYBAN In regards to this dress in particular, the look is also extremely versatile. You can choose to leave the straps tied or untied for a more relaxed fit. Looking for an even more dramatic update? You can knot the bottom of the hem with the side panels …

because some days, we don’t want to wear pants

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Rain drizzles incessantly just on the other side of the bedroom window. Don’t care. Don’t want to. Wore them yesterday… there are truly ample enough reasons not to wear pants. There is a level of comfort that abhors anything too tight or pulling across the skin. A desire for liberation, freedom, comfort… But before you shock your neighbors away with a drastic lifestyle change, it’s time to consider other solutions. Introducing microsuede shorts by David Lerner. By now, you know I’m a huge supporter of the brand, a company bringing superior, attainable luxury fashion to a needed space in the fashion market. They invest in supple materials and well crafted designs. One of the more exciting materials of the season – micro suede. I tested out the material in form of shorts in black and blush, as well as an equally velvety micro suede bomber jacket. The reviews – raving. photography: KUNDAN KUMAR | camera:CANNON 5D MARK III | micro suede jogger shorts and biker jacket c/o:DAVID LERNER Here’s the inside scoop. Micro suede is a luxurious fabric made from microfiber …

what to wear to work and the after party

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It’s a weekday. And you’ve been staring into your wardrobe with the blank “I need coffee” stare for the past 10 minutes. Wore it last week; I think it’s supposed to rain today; I just can’t handle tight jeans right now; do I have time to get doughnuts before work; I wonder what they’d say if I showed up in a sweatshirt; I wish the neighbor’s dog would stop barking; do people still even watch walking dead?? So the work week begins. You’re pretty sure you’re already late, and you haven’t even filled your eyebrows yet. A whole closet full, yet no idea on what to wear to work. Plus you’re supposed to meet the girls for happy hour straight from the office. Work appropriate and cute enough to compete with your local version of housewives of NYC? As a fashion blogger, I have a huge closet plump full of this seasons hottest trends. But the struggle is real for all of us. It’s 7:15am, that’s just too much for the mind to handle right …

how to choose a leather handbag for every occasion

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What bag should you wear where? Here’s the lowdown on how to choose the perfect leather bag for every occasion, touching on everything from wallets and cross body bags to leather duffles and weekend travel wear. I’ve been meaning to write this blog post for a while – because a girl can never have too many handbags, and I’ve been working with an awesome designer that has something to suit every occasion. Collaborating together for over a year, Status Anxiety is a go-to resource for leather bags, so I wanted to share with you a few of the insider reviews of their product line I’ve experienced thus far. Why leather? Leather is the most iconic material for women’s handbags, and adds a rich, unified look to every wardrobe combo. There are many types and textures of leather ranging from soft to firm, pebbled and smooth, and every color of the spectrum. What I look for in the quality of leather is the overall feel and structure, as well as the dye job (no one wants ink …

live luxe, live lavish

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Anything worth doing, is worth doing well. And from my perspective, that includes every aspect of life. I’m not being boushy, nor do I prioritize fineness over life’s greatest treasures such as love, kindness and forgiveness. However – living to the fullest can be fun. And there’s nothing wrong with living a little luxe and lavish as long as you don’t loose sight of eternal treasures in the process. photography:KUNDAN KUMAR | camera:CANNON 5D MARK III | laceup skirt c/o:LAVISH ALICE | backless top c/o:LAVISH ALICE | perspex boots c/o:LAVISH ALICE | perspex cuffs c/o:REVOLT DESIGN | leather clutch c/o:REVOLT DESIGN | leather purse c/o:VONHOLZHAUSEN If there’s one thing I’ve learned through the ample opportunities that have come along with managing a travel, lifestyle and fashion blog – it’s to truly value purchases before you make them. Being completely candid, part of blogging is receiving countless items from partners and collaborators or brands hopeful of features. In the process, I have learned to not only select my partners carefully for my ideal style and the …

something silk

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Summer’s long gone and the craving for cozy has already started to set in. Chili has been on the menu twice this week, and evenings become a race to get home before dark. The moon that used to look friendly and cool has darkened to a cold foreboding stare. In search for the little comforts in life, we find ourselves groping for anything that has brought us relief in years past. Thick socks, riding boots, and dare I say… pumpkin spice latte. Yup… it’s happening. But not all the days a icy and unwelcoming. The east coast has still gifted us with a few days of lingering sun, and the moments between the contrast call for one solution – silk. photography:KUNDAN KUMAR | camera:CANNON 5D MARK III | grey silk cami c/o:GRANA | grey silk coordi joggers c/o:GRANA | grey cashmere cardigan c/o:GRANA | swan ring c/o:AURUM JEWELRY | cross diamond ring c/o:SQUAREGAL | grey marble bag c/o:CAFUNE | loafers c/o:NAKED FEET Silk has a way of caressing the skin and creating a sense of warmth and …