Inspirational Pieces

By Amra B. 

With the summer fast approaching, and the warm weather already here in NYC, I have been gravitating towards easy pieces that can be worn everyday. Flat sandals, flowy dresses, and simple jewelry is what I wear most days when running to the meetings or enjoying the weekend walks around NYC. Also, I have been searching for some inspiration, and was able to find it in the form of jewelry – the ring and the arrow necklace, which I am wearing below; they both carry wonderful messages that help me stay positive. 

Mirrored Sunglasses

By Amra B.

I have been searching for the perfect pair of mirrored sunglasses to combine with the seventies style pieces I am currently obsessed with for this summer. I love mirrored sunglasses, but found that many ones out there have an overly futurist design and don’t compliment the seventies vibes of my summer wardrobe. I finally was able to locate these perfectly shaped mirrored sunnies, and have been wearing them almost every day.

What’s in My Gym Bag

By Amra B. 

Many of you have been asking for a post about some of my favorite beauty products; however, since summer is coming up, and many of us are working on getting into shape for the bikini season, I have decided to share some of my favorite gym goodies I take with me to a workout session each day.  

 

Unique Jewelry Pieces

By Amra B. 

I have been on the hunt for special gold pieces that compliment my summer wardrobe. I like to invest in jewelry that I can wear every day; I love special pieces that stand out on their own but are easy enough to combine with other accessories. My new gold rings and bracelets manage to add enough drama with intricate details without being too overpowering for every-day wear. I also love how they can easily be stacked up together for a more dramatic effect, or worn on their own when in office or out-and-about in the city. 

Glam Sunglasses

By Amra B. 

One of my favorite summer accessories are the sunglasses; I have collected them over the years now, but can never seem to get enough of different shapes, colors, and sizes.  Although, I am usually the one to wear large oversized sunnies, my new ones are smaller but equally chic. 

Striped Maxi Dress

By Amra B. 

Summer is almost here, and I have been eagerly awaiting to finally wear long-flowing dresses. A maxi dress is one of my favorite pieces for warm summer days; it is comfortable to wear, easy to combine with other pieces in my wardrobe, and looks simply beautiful on sun kissed skin. Although I am still waiting to catch some rays, I am already on the lookout for things to take with me on this year’s vacation; versatile pieces that can be worn day and night are definitely on the top of my list. 

Comfy and Chic Shirts

By Amra B.

My main go-to style for this spring has been a cotton shirt and a pair of skinny jeans. It is so nice to finally be able to shed layers of clothes, and take a casual stroll around the city wearing only my favorite denim and a sweatshirt. I have also developed an affinity towards fun t-shirt designs that can be paired up with a skirt just as easily as a pair of jeans.

Royal Blue Skirt

By Amra B. 

I know this post is a little overdue, but I have been waiting to find one of those amazing pieces worth blogging about. Finally, after some searching, I was able to locate a skirt that simply took my breath away; it is one of those garments that one cannot wear often, but once the opportunity presents itself, it is guaranteed to make you feel like a princess. 

Maxi Lace Dress

By Amra B.

One of my favorite types of dresses for the spring and summer is the maxi; they are easy to wear and always look flattering. Additionally, a maxi is great for dressing up or down with just a change of accessories; I wear my maxi dress to the beach with a simple flat sandal or flip-flops, and dress it up in the evening with high heel sandals and statement jewelry. 

Golden Strappy Sandals

By Amra B. 

With the summer around the corner, and spring already here, I have been on the hunt for the perfect flat strappy sandals. I wanted something that is comfortable, practical to carry in the bag and change into while out and about, and classically stylish enough that it can be combined with almost anything in my wardrobe. I found the answer in my new golden Bessie sandals; they are the kind of shoes I don’t want to take off despite the early chilly spring temperatures in New York. 

Studded Sandals

Amra B. 

To commemorate the first warm day of this spring, I reached out from my studded sandals I had stored away last fall. Although, the weather was still not nearly as warm as it should have been, I thought that visiting the MET (Metropolitan Art Museum) would be the perfect occasion to wear some pretty footwear. I had missed the feeling of dresses with bare legs, and having the “fancy footwear” made me feel just like one of the characters from Gossip Girl; who could forget the daily school lunches on the steps of MET while deciding who was the ultimate school “queen?”

Bowler Hat

Amra B. 

I am a big believer that a hat can make even the dullest outfit instantly more interesting. I own many hats and usually like to wear the floppy bohemian kind; however, I feel that this recently purchased bowler hat is a great (fresh) approach to my otherwise constant choice of bohemian accessories. 

Ripped Jeans

By Amra B. 

Spring has finally arrived to NYC, or so it seems, and I am finally able to shed all the layers and enjoy the feeling of a simple combination of jeans and a cotton shirt. One of my favorite spring pieces is the ripped cotton jean; I wear them most often probably due to their power to make me look and feel great at the same time (rare occurrence in the fashion world indeed). 

Denim Dress

Amra B. 

I have always been a huge fan of denim, but what has particularly caught my eye for spring 2015 are the denim dresses. Dressy yet laidback, denim dresses are super easy to wear and can be combined with almost anything in my wardrobe. They look great with blazers, sweaters, coats, and leather jackets (see below). 

Navy Blue Dress

By Amra B. 

Maybe it is the fact that its sunny outside, or that the calendar date has officially struck “SPRING,” but I simply could not wait to show off some of the spring pieces I acquired recently. Yes, it may be a tad bit cold in NYC to wear a mini dresses, but for the sake of this shoot, and the sunshine outside, I decided to pretend that spring had finally arrived and parade my navy blue dress with no tights and all. 

Spring in Paris

By Amra B. 

Photos Théophile Cormillot

There is nothing like spring in Paris, and I made sure to take advantage of the beautiful weather to go sight see with my little cousin. Our day started near Louvre, where we met and grabbed a bite to eat in one of the nearby restaurants with the best view of the museum. My friend, Théophile, joined us and was kind enough to share some hidden gems only locals knew about. Théophile, is an art and museum buff, and shares many of the most beautiful secret spots across France on his Instagram.

Teatime in Paris

By Amra B. 

Paris was absolutely perfect; I got to spend time with people I love, enjoy amazing food, visit some of the best museums in the world, and enjoy the loveliest cup of tea in hotel Le Bristol. My friend Théophile took me to this wonderful spot that resembles the interior décor of Versai; there is beautiful art, lovely white marble floors, and a piano that plays for guests while the are enjoy tea from the prettiest porcelain cups.

Green Parka

By Amra B. 

I had the most wonderful time in Paris…Meanwhile, however, I had to shoot beautiful NYC in all its glory this morning before I officially started this week. Today, I am still feeling a little bit casual from my trip and have dressed in my green Parka and leather jacket I wore all around Paris. Although spring is almost in full bloom in France, NYC still feels cold and so I am back to layering.

Over the Knee Boots

Amra B.

As the last of winter draws out in NYC, I am taking the opportunity to wear one of my favorite pair of boots - over the knee flat boots. They are one of the most practical boots I own as I can dress them up and dress them down while staying perfectly comfortable. I particularly love wearing them with mini dresses and love how they show off just the right amount of skin in winter.

Spring Layered Look

By Amra B. 

Lincoln center is one of the most beautiful places in New York City and I often go there for coffee or lunch. This is also the place where New York City Fashion Week is held, and after visiting this place one may not be the least bit surprised; there is beautiful architecture, art, and restaurants.  If you are into great independent movies as I am, there is a cinema dedicate only to award winning foreign, old Hollywood, and latest American independent movies.