Mei L'ange Maillot Swimsuit

July 28, 2017

WEARING: MEI L'ANGE AVA - STRUCTURED MAILLOT

PHOTO CREDIT: LAYERS OF CHIC

THIS POST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY MEI L'ANGE.

TGIF, guys! There were so many of you that asked about this swimsuit on my Instagram page that I wanted to share a blog post on this gorgeous New York-based swimsuit label, Mei L'ange. Confident in her own skin, the Mei L'ange woman never vies for attention or sacrifices comfort; rather, she projects just a whisper of allure. A multi-faceted sophisticator, she balances a natural femininity and grace with a lively free spirit and a perpetual sense of adventure. The line's medley of contemporary design elements — from abstract motifs to edgy hardware — create a bold statement without sacrificing comfort. Made using extraordinarily soft and fine premium fabrics, the Mei L'ange collection offers a timeless, go-to style you’ll reach for again and again — because elegance should be effortless.

I've never worn a maillot swimsuit before but after trying this striped one piece, I've become utterly obsessed! Every single detail is paid special attention to, such as the cutouts on the sides of the swimsuit, which are carefully thought out patterns. The designer, Eefje Sarah Dierickx has got some mad skills! The back of the swimsuit is particularly unique with straps serving as buckles, while also easily adjustable to your size. As a petite woman, I sometimes have trouble finding the right fitted swimwear, but Mei L'ange carries many sizes and carries amazing designs that fit with my style.

Check out this blue and white striped swimsuit from my past travel post in the Hamptons. You can definitely say I had a lot of fun in this bathing suit! I think what makes this swimsuit also unique aside from the strong patterns and designs, is its free-spirited style that can be carried through a variety of outfits. Sometimes when you clash two separate pieces in fashion together, it can be a success or a true disaster. People are a little hesitant with the whole socks and sandals trend, which has come and gone and come again, just like pairing this one piece with a pair of denim shorts or maybe some sparkly metallic culottes. How do you guys feel about styling this swimsuit in several ways? I'd love to hear from you and how you'd style it if you could! Don't forget to comment down below, have a great weekend!

Shoutout to Urban Stems for the gorgeous flower crowns & Pool Pills for the dope floaties.

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Mei L'ange Ava Structured Maillot Swimsuit

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Sunning in the Hamptons

July 21, 2017

WEARING: GWEN SALAKAIA DRESS | ARTESANO HAT | GUCCI BELT | 
TEDDY ONDO ELLA BAG | PUMA SNEAKERS | LELET NY BUTTERFLY NECKLACE

PHOTOS BY: LAYERS OF CHIC // STYLED BY: SUZANNE SPIEGOSKI

THIS POST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY GWEN SALAKAIA, ARTESANO & LELET NY.

Happy Friday, everyone! I'll be cranking out major content this upcoming week as I've been away the past week traveling for work and trying to find the time to post can be tough! I sure do miss the Hamptons after last weekend's soirée, especially the people, good weather, food and all-around positive vibes! Not to mention that glorious pool! I figure if I'm going to reminisce down memory lane, it better be fitting to the Hamps. When I spotted this Gwen Salakaia yellow floral print sundress, I knew it had to be styled out there! And what better sunny day to shoot this gorgeous dress in? Come check out how I brought this look together, keeping it posh yet me, a little spunky and sporty at the same time. Today's post will show you why the feminine dress and sneaker combo is so effective and trendy chic!

I love how airy and light the Gwen Salakaia dress feels. It's the perfect summer dress for so many different occasions. I don't feel like it's just a sundress because I'd be comfortable wearing this to a wedding with cute heels (obviously to a less fancy one) or even to an event, brunch or some kind of bridal and/or baby shower. Its vibrant yellow color puts such a smile on my face and has been my favorite summer color trend, so much so, I think I'll be carrying this color into fall. Can you tell I'm a fan of transition and versatility on top of being currently infatuated with yellow? ;)

A couple of weeks ago during New York Men's Fashion Week, I had the pleasure of attending the debut show of talent Gabonese fashion designer, Teddy Ondo Ella, whose contemporary lines fused with proud African heritage were all the rage. They gifted the attendees with such a chic summer crossbody bag made of straw that I had to feature it in a look! How cute is the seashell button detail? I'm utterly obsessed with this designer and am looking forward to seeing more of his future work. To complement with the straw material, I wore an Artesano Porto Panama hat, the detail on the trim was very similar to the bag and looked pretty fantastic together. Artesano hats are handmade in Ecuador but the brand is based in Miami. If you're at Miami Swim Week be sure to check these high-quality hats!

To finish off the look, I paired the look with these chic Puma 'Clyde' 4th of July sneakers. I just love the crisp red and blue stripes on the side, it gives any outfit a cool laid back but stylish look. I also mixed in this great headband from New York-based jewelry designer, LELET NY, but instead of using it as a headband, I styled it as a necklace. I thought it looked so sweet against the floral print of the dress, what do you guys think? I love this jewelry line, so check them out too! Lastly, I cinched my waist with my favorite Gucci belt, I think I wear this accessory the most among the hundreds of accessory pieces in my closet! What can you do when Gucci knows what's good? Ha ha! Hope you're all enjoying the summer, have a lovely weekend!

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Gwen Salakaia Yellow Floral Print Sundress

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Cape Cod Style

June 29, 2016

WEARING: ROMWE WHITE STRIPED SPLIT DRESS | ZARA CORK + LEATHER WEDGES |
ALDO CROSSETT CROSS BODY | J. CREW PANAMA HAT | NATHALIE GARÇON SCARF | 
ROMWE GOLD RINGS

Hey, everyone! I'm back! I've been away on our mini-vacation to Cape Cod, and what a treat it was! My husband and I celebrated being together for ten years, and bringing our boy, MaQ, was the icing on the cake. The Cape is such a magical place. Keep your eyes open for a travel diary post in the next coming days. I'm excited to share with you our amazing adventures! We even ran into another German Shepherd in Provincetown and let them play together in the marina one afternoon. What are the odds of that? :)

I've partnered with ROMWE, a lovely clothing line that's chic and affordable for every woman, in all shapes and sizes. They've got some crazy discounts and deals at the moment. Trendy long-sleeve dresses are 60% off your first order! That's only one of the many specials they currently have. Ladies, definitely check them out! I love my casual white striped dress that I wore non-stop while in the Cape. With drawstrings and pockets, it's a sporty feel with comfort and style. Perfect for summer, especially this long weekend approaching us! The dress can be worn over your bathing suit or for a casual stroll through the many magical destinations of Cape Cod.

It felt good to take a break from the internet and social media, but it's also great to be back! I have many upcoming projects I'm just dying to share with you! Stay tuned...

Photos by: Gilles Decamps

Sponsored post in collaboration with ROMWE.

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Monday: Hot Child in the City

August 17, 2015

WEARING: EXPRESS DENIM VEST | BDG ALOHA STRAW PANAMA HAT | H&M BLACK ROMPER | ALDO BLACK STUDDED ANKLE BOOTS

It's Monday! Hope you all had a nice weekend. I just got a new denim vest from Express that's definitely chasing away those Monday blues. Isn't it lovely? You can pretty much put it with any outfit, I love its versatility! Even though it's going to be a scorcher here today (we're reaching what will feel like 105°F), I've never been a big fan of wearing sandals while running around the mean streets of New York City. When it gets this hot out, the grit and grime of this town is just gross. The idea of who knows what getting on my feet is not a pleasantry in my mind. These pair from Aldo's are my go-to boots for all seasons. I love the gold plates on the heels and the studded design. The best part? They're actually comfortable! I do a lot of walking in this town so I've never been the type to wear 5-inch heels while doing so. Why take a cab when you can watch the world go by at your pace? I really do enjoy taking time out of my day for a good, long walk with the pooch. It helps clear my head and it's time with my favorite buddy. We always have such a good time, no matter what it is we're doing. :)

Today's Monday Suzism is brought to you by Kurt Vonnegut. A little motivation to help you start off to a great week!

It's going to be hot, I can already feel it! Ick! Try to keep cool, stay hydrated and get those hats and sunscreen out! Have a good one!

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Friday: Green Dragon Shrimp

August 14, 2015

TGIF! Today's blog is all about my home cooking! Yesterday on Pinterest I saw a recipe from ABC'S, The Chew. It's from Chef Josh Capon. I love to cook and this was a grill recipe to die for. I've been wanting to grill the crap out of something (since summer is coming to an end soon... NO!), so off I went in search of the perfect grill pan and voila! I love the freshness, the pop of color and most especially the taste of this dish! It was incredibly delicious! And might I mention that grilled pineapple is one of my most favorite things ever?! The touch of smoky flavor really brings out the sweetness of the pineapple, making it a killer twist on the traditional pico de gallo. The shrimp is a bit spicy from the jalapeños, so if you're not big on hot, I'd opt them out if want to try making this.

You can find the recipe and all its directions below. Super easy and fun! Have a great weekend!

Green Dragon Shrimp Skewers with Grilled Pineapple Pico de Gallo

1 cup cilantro leaves
1 jalapeno (seeded)
5 scallions
4 ounces fresh ginger
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 pound 16/20 shrimp (peeled and deveined)
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
lime (cut into wedges, to serve)
lemon (cut into wedges, to serve)
Grilled Pineapple Pico de Gallo
2 cups diced grilled pineapple
1 jalapeno (seeded and diced)
1 cup diced tomato (seeded)
1 cup diced red onion
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 lemon (juiced)
1 orange (juiced)
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

To a blender, add cilantro, jalapeno, scallions, ginger and olive oil and puree until smooth.
Toss shrimp in marinade and place on skewers. Place in the refrigerator or freezer until ready to use.
Preheat grill or grill pan to medium heat.
Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Place on grill and cook 2-3 minutes per side, until cooked through.
Serve grilled shrimp skewers with grilled pineapple pico de gallo and fresh lemon and lime wedge.
For the Grilled Pineapple Pico de Gallo: mix all ingredients together and reserve in refrigerator until ready to use.
Tip: if you're making this recipe for a group, marinate the shrimp and make the pico de gallo ahead of time! Grill shrimp just before serving.