I was a little apprehensive about wearing a pair of high waisted denim, and I actually fell in love with this pair of denim. This pair is absolutely fantastic in the fit and although their entirely comfortable they do not lack in structure. I was absolutely in need of a pair of high waisted denim with all of the crop tops I've taken a liking to this summer. After becoming a Mommy I did not think it possible to wear crop tops again and this pair of denim definitely made it possible for me. I am wearing the Petites denim, this pair does definitely come in petites and it is still available to shop in petites sizes.
This top is fabulous, too and [cherry-on-top] it is on sale. The color and pattern are gorgeous, and it's light-weight. My kind-of top for a weekend throw-on with a perfect pair of denim.
For a quick add on to dress up my look I absolutely loved this pair of fringe earrings which were a quick-fix to quickly pair for my weekend look. This pair is beautiful and unique and made my designer Alejandra Aspillaga Accessories. She was also featured in my previous post, you can read more about the designer here.
This quick go-to look can easily work for vacation as the jeans can be worn several times during your trip to create various looks, this can be worn during a weekend bar-b-que, family reunion or just as a casual hang out look for the weekend. Easy-Peasy!
I could also rave about the shoes all day. I literally wear mine all of the time, they are the most comfortable pair of chunky heels that I own. They are on sale as well and are wonderful from work-to-weekend.
I have been seeking out the best summer ready-to-wear, or ready-to-throw on, rather. I have since found that I am in love with white denim, denim in general - and easy tops that do not require dry-cleaning or hand-wash because to be realistic - who has time for that?
I am in love withthis topin coral, and I love the fabric - especially in this Texas heat. I absolutely love this pair of white denim. I purchased them in petiteshere. It is always hard for me to find a good pair of petites denim and these did the trick. They're incredibly soft as well and easy to wash. I decided to wear these to my baby's 1st birthday party and the cake stains washed right out. White was not the color of choice for a cake smash, but hey - they're down-right comfortable, so don't judge.
The earrings are from a Houston-based designerAlejandra Aspillaga and I absolutely love to jazz up a casual outfit with good accessories. Her earrings are also available for purchase at Elaine Turner in Houston, read more about Alejandra Aspillaga in an interview I did with her, in my last feature here. I combined the earrings with Samantha Wills bangles that I received while living in Australia. I love her brand, you should check it out if you already haven't.
After moving back to Houston from London, All Ze Details has been on a short-and-sweet hiatus. I partnered with fellow Houston blogger, Hey! Wendy Vanessato relaunch All Ze Details with a summer kick-off to share our favorite metallic looks and statement accessories this season to serve as the perfect resort wear this summer; that can ultimately double up as wear-out-to-dinner in Houston ensembles. All of our pieces are readily shoppable in the Houston area, and are all suitcase-ready for your forthcoming travels. Hey! Wendy Vanessa has approachable style yet does not lack any attention to detail in how she styles everyday pieces on her blog. I partnered up with Wendy to show our favorite resort-ready looks, and we agreed on statement earrings as a must for the summer! Both metallic pieces - the pants and the dress - work well with a good pop-of-color. Wendy's neutral top balances out the metallic hues but the top does not lose the resort ready vibe. The knot is a fun yet chic way to change up the top. Without the knot the neutral top can certainly be worn over a bathing suit for pool-side elegance. I absolutely love the dress as well. I paired mine with a tassel earrings, in tassels I trust, and am almost always obsessed with any tassel details. My shoes are from Nine West Australia but I have linked similar shoes below. The bags we carry are both showcase brilliant detail from Houston designer, Elaine Turner. We fell in love with both of the pairs of earrings that we pictured from Peruvian & Houston designer, Alejandra Aspillaga. Meet up-and-coming jewelry designer Alejandra Aspillaga in this All Ze Details interview, and join me in welcoming her to Houston. I first came across her earrings at Elaine Turner, and immediately fell in love!
All Ze Details: Are you from Houston/Peru? What do you love
about Houston?
Alejandra: “I am Peruvian, but consider myself to have an
inner-American side of me, because I have family in both Peru and in the US. I
like it when I come to Houston because it is a calm, family-oriented city. I am
an alumnus from St. Thomas University, where I met most of my friends, which
are all still good friends of mine. Houston is full of great people, and I really appreciate and feel grateful for Houston being such a welcoming city.”
What inspired you to become a jewelry
designer? Did you always want to be a designer?
“I have always been the “artsy” one in the family; I would always draw. I
could not find jewelry that I liked in-stores, so I started doing it myself.
People would ask me where I would get my earrings, and I started giving all of
mine out, I’d say “You like them? Here, take them!” But then more-and-more
people were asking me where I got my earrings from, and I started creating and
designing more. I stopped jewelry for a bit and started designing swimwear,
which I still do, but it is a completely different concept. I only design a
limited amount from “scratch” so-to-say, and I only make a few so people do not
get “uniformed” pieces. I like to design different and unique pieces.”
What type of woman do you see wearing your
brand?
Personality takes a big part in this one; If
say, someone enjoys life, is not afraid of fashion and statement pieces but yet
can still be themselves with whichever piece of mine they may be wearing,
personality takes a big part in this one.
Where are your earrings currently carried in
Houston?
Elaine Turner carries most of my accessories. I
am stocked in several countries as well, and in the US – surprise, surprise.
But traveling around for all who like my pieces, brings a smile to my face from
others appreciating my designs.
What is your current playlist for summer -
what are you listening to? What songs inspire your collection?
Music, good one. I’m more of a classic old
sould perhaps…jazz, blues, country, flamenco, or nature music. So, not the
typical I’d say, but for me the best.
How do you start designing each pair of
earrings, as each design is vastly different - is each pair inspired by a
different place you've traveled (do you have a
process of choosing the color & each design)?
You know, it just happens. I am very creative
and my imagination goes beyond and beyond the expected. Whatever I see on a
trip, at home, on TV, on people. Clothes or whatever it may be, it really
varies. It brings something to my mind and from that…a collection comes along.
Also, I try to make pieces for various tastes. It is like a piece of my own
designs can be appreciated within all tastes. I design to inspire, and I adapt
at times. It’s a pretty difficult technique but keeps me happy. Each piece is
detailed, made by hand, and hard work – and that is added value that makes each
design special.
Where do you hope to see your brand in 5
years?
Traveling earrings – they have had a very well
welcoming in every country. To reach other countries would sound good to me.
Visit All Ze Details instagram @allzedetails (and follow while you're there) for a chance to win your very own pair of Alejandra Aspillaga earrings! Don't miss out. Contest ends Monday, June 10.
