I just love a denim shirt with a circle skirt. It's both classic and on trend! You guys must see it all the time by now right? What makes this look a little more "new" though is that the denim shirt is actually studded, and the tweed skirt is a culmination of super subtle sparkling threads. I also decided to amp up this casual look with my new gorgeous strappy heels from ShoeMint.

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Happy Valentine's Day my loves ❤ This cream lace Bebe dress will make you feel both classy and unexpectedly royal, as it is very Kate Middleton don't you think? I decided to pair it with soft pink and rose gold accessories to play up the sweetness. But whether you end up choosing between sweet or sultry, I think we all know that finding the perfect dress can make this strawberries and champagne day even better. :)

Today doesn't have to be about going out and spending money or being with that special someone though!! Stay home and paint your nails if you want to! Draw chalk hearts on the sidewalk, take a bubble bath, cook some brownies and watch your favorite feel good movie. Use today as an excuse pamper yourself or to just walk around the city with balloons and a big smile on your face. (But since it is a weekday let's not forget our responsibilities too ;)) Because lets face it - life is all about attitude and what you make of it. So don't wait around for someone else to make your day great. Today or any day!! ❤

Harlequin is back in and feels very retro! It is very similar to houndstooth, with its diamond-checker black and white repetition. I love pairing it with a single color, like red, but generally I think a lot of colors (but no more than one color at once) can go with a black and white print. :)

These lucite heeled black wedges are a lot like the H&M x Margiela ones I hear... but have not seen. What is great is you can order these online anywhere in the world (unlike H&M which still doesn't have an online store!!). They are very comfortable and definitely a conversation starter :)

Oh... and I'm sorry I haven't posted for a full week!! Oh dear, it's just so hard to find time to sit at the computer for a few hours when you're busy working and yet trying to see all of Italy as well, in just five days. Speaking of which, perhaps you kept up with me on Instagram @hapatime? I still have more Italy photos to show though for those that don't have Instagram I'll do a recap on the blog soon.... xo