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how to wear: breton stripes

Posted on May 21st, 2013

Chloe Bikini / ASOS Jumper / J Brand Denim Shorts / Tibi Sandals / Gorjana Necklace / Gorjana Ring / Jules Smith Rings

By Malene Birger Dress / Eugina Kim Hat / Charlotte Olympia Kitty Flats / Karen Walker Glasses / Mango Bag

ASOS Top / Madewell Denim Shorts / Chie Mihara Sandals / Henry Holland Glasses / Invisible Zinc / Celine Bag

Vince Top / J Brand White Silk Trousers / Kenneth Jay Lane Necklace / Michael Kors Watch / Moschino Heart Bag / Christian Louboutin Heels

As I was unpacking my suitcase in Barcelona I realised just how much breton stripes I seem to own. I can't even explain how many different variations I have, so much so that I even wear breton stripes to bed! Breton stripes easily are one of the most versatile pieces in my wardrobe and I'm constantly looking for new ones to invest in. Instant chic that I think suit every shape, race and colour.

Here are a few variations of how I'll be stylng this classic staple with the European summer just around the corner, although it does feel a little more on the cooler side in Barcelona right now. Look one is what I'd imagine wearing at the beachside in the French Riveria, look two is perfect for a light brunch with your friends before sailing to Santorini, look three is perfect for sightseeing and romantic sunsets in Florence, and look four is perfect for an evening out on the town in Paris, accompanied with a bright red lip.

And if you're really a fan of breton stripes why not expand outside of fashion and even cover your room in stripes like my hotel has. When I checked in I realised just how much my room turned into an optical illusion with a candy-humbug-lost-somewhere-in-The-Hamptons kind of vibe, especially when I had laid my clothes out on my bed. I guess for me you honestly can't have too much breton stripes!

Photos by me

pegasus

Posted on May 19th, 2013

Viktoria and Woods Two Piece / ASOS HeelsGorjana Necklace / Campbell Knuckle Ring / Gorgana Ring / Jules Smith Ring / Celine Sunglasses / Celine Bag

I'm currently sitting at the airport in Singapore which is my first stop in a total of three in an attempt to make it to Spain. Next stop - London, then another flight and a few movies later to Barcelona.

I absolutely love people watching when I'm sitting at the airport and observing what people wear on such long haul flights. I guess I'm probably getting the strangest looks with my  J Brand black leather pants on (trust me, they're that comfortable), walking through the terminal with someone like Zanita (her face is so distracting. I mean, how does someone look so good fliying?) who funnily enough is wearing all of her jewellry in an attempt to keep her luggage weight under that dreaded 23kg. Keeping it real, Z.

As for me, I've taken it to the next level of people watching and doing what every blogger does when they're travelling - literally squatting next to whatever powerpoint I can find in an attempt to charge my laptop and phone, which always seems to be placed in areas and/or islands awkwardly floating in the middle of the terminal. The best part is how narcissistic I look when people can blatantly see me editing photos of myself. I guess that's better than editing photos of yourself on the actual plane. People watching over my shoulder creeps me out. So in saying that, I'm signing off as there's too many people looking at me right now. See you soon!

Photos by Jysla Kay