Work it Out

Wearing: Sweaty Betty top, The Reformation sweatshirt, Nike leggings, Nike sneakers (under $100)

I've you been following me on the Insta-land or its chatty cousin, Twitter, you've seen that I've stepped up my fitness game. To spread my knowledge when it comes to workin' that body, why not head to the age old Interweb? 

I tend to workout 5-6 times a week for an 1-1 1/2 hour (riveting, right?). To be honest, my new found "gym-bunniesness" lifestyle is only a little over a month old, but I've fallen hard. Plus, Laser Midwinters regatta- the reason I'm down South at the moment- is a big enough reason to get my sorry ass into shape. Three times per week, I focus on cardio- my preference, you may be wondering? I run intervals on the treadmill for 20 mins, then row 2000-5000 meters on the rowing machine. Following that, I either do the stairmaster for 20 mins or an ab workout. The other days? I use the Nike Training app (hashtag there's an app for that). or the Kayla Itsines workout plan, which oh boy, my wobbly walking the day after is proof that those workouts, for the matter of the fact, work. 

As my self proclaimed title of gym rat/gym bunny/fitness aficionado/you get my point, looking the part is another half of it. Oh c'mon, don't deny the fact that those old t-shirts and worn in shorts don't exactly motivate you to run a mile a minute. Plus, with athletic gear ranging from Net-A-Porter to the originals like Nike (these are my favorite sneaks), Lululemon, and Adidas, workout apparel is a crucial part of one's wardrobe now a days. 

Quoting my new home away from home (Equinox gym), it's not fitness, it's life.

Shop my go-to gear:

Photos by Alexandra Gibbs | shot a few weeks ago, hence the lack of snow. 

High Street Friday

Wearing: Zara jumpsuit, New Balance sneakers, Saint Laurent bag, J.Crew belt (25% off!)

When the concept of style staples comes up, it sometimes brings along a hefty price tag because of a common misconception of staples = inve$tment. Whilst this does apply to life's finer goods (i.e. bags, shoes), high street stops like Zara or Topshop offer killer pieces to take you from season to season without a glitch. Let us not forget my Zara playsuit- which has gotten more wear than it's own good- and for when I care for something somewhat similar (remember, keep it spicy), this black jumpsuit wins the Zara draw. The four lettered Spaniard is the quite guilty one for my overflowing wardrobe. 

And on the bottom half of the my sartorial spectrum, if you haven't figured it out already, my preferred shoe of choice is a sneaker.... erm #sneakerhead? Introducing my latest catch a la New Balance. 

Ph. by Lydia Hudgens

Schooled

 Wearing: Jacquemus t-shirt, Nike sneakers, J.Crew skirt, Marc by Marc sunglasses, 

Wanderlust & Co bracelets and rings, Hermes scarf

To start this monday off on the proper foot, I would like to state that indeed, school and street style have taught me one thing.

 That the idea of wearing your trainers with anything other than athletic wear seems far out and would end up as one of Glamour's Don'ts. In the midst of my classes and pursuing Tommy and other camera wielded superstars, the combination of sneakers with a skirt, then dressed back down with your best t-shirt, creates that effortless look we all long for the minute we step into our closet. Plus, quirkier details like a silk scarf bring in color and some details. You see, it is a complex fashion formula of wearing sneakers and avoiding "Tacky Tally" territory. In short:

Sneakers will forever and always be your best friend. 

And in this case, if it cross your mind that I'm missing school, you've thought wrong (long live summer!). Yet, ironically, I am learning math navigation for sailing as I type.

School (plus, style.com) never leaves you.

Photos by Alexandra Gibbs

Sneaks | Stan Smiths

Stan Smith sneakers, Current/Elliott denim shirt, Kate Moss x Topshop shorts, Vita Fede bracelets

My sneaker collection was in need of major refreshing and what better than the number one kick on the list- Stan?! In a sea of Converse and Supergas, Stan is here to shake things up. Here's how I'll be sporting my latest pair once they make their way to me- silk shorts and a denim button down. A little heavy metal is also in need, no doubt.

It took me way too long to hop on the Stan Smith bandwagon. I've been eyeing the pair forever and finally are bringing them into my sneakerhead life. Because honestly, do I ever wear heels anymore?

Weekend Ready

DVF Dress (old) // Superga Sneakers // Harding Lane Hat // Celine Bag // The Ropes Maine Bracelet c/o // Bauble Bar Ring // Ray-Ban Sunglasses // Vintage Memosail Watch (borrowed from my dad)

 Hope you all had a great week! I was very busy with the first week of Summer, so I am glad the weekend is here!  Lately, I have been wearing sneakers- the fashionable ones- a ton! I love the mix of a dress or skirt with sporty accessories, like a baseball hat and sneakers. It definitely has become a go-to look of mine! Superga's sneakers come in a lot of colors -I love these ombre ones and linen ones! My style tends to be more on the feminine side,yet most of the time I just like to wear kicks and a simple dress. It's the perfect mix of feminine and cool.

p.s. Gracey from Stripes & Peonies featured me on her cute blog this week. Thank you for the fun feature and go read it here!