Monthly Archives: November 2012

On the Road to Oaulidia

Here are just a few of my snapshots from being on the road. We were traveling from Morocco to Oaulidia, a beautiful beach town in the north of Africa, so quiet, there was barely anyone on the road. From sitting in the very backseat of the car with headphones on, I was dozed off, that is, until after what was about 3 hours, we were on the coast. The views were amazing! The ride got a bit intense, and I screamed as we bumped up and down on the road, yet I managed to get some great shots. The homes are pastel (everything from pale pink to a cobalt blue)…the buildings square with low ceilings. Not many cars were anywhere, but I did spot a few making their way on donkeys! I even got a little wave in there! With vegetable stands and large piles of sea salt everywhere I turned, I knew we were headed in the right direction. I could smell the sea. Even had paddles and the surf on my fingers (thank you The 2 Bandits!) I’ve got so many photos to share with you I don’t even know where to begin. All I can say that our destination was a dream. For now, welcome to Oaulidia!

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Benni Boot Simplicity

Simplicity with the Benni Boot
With Polyvore, I love sitting back and digitally playing around with our shoe collection, the “Natalie + Dylana Suarez x Modern Vice” JETT line. Right now, I’m back in NYC for a few days before flying out again overseas for work, and I’m slowly trying to dress myself for this incredibly cold weather. That means beanies, high waisted jeans, nubby sweaters, thick socks, cargo jackets. With the BENNI boot, being so clean and simple, it goes with all of my favorite understated outfits. Looks like I’ll be bundling up tomboy style for the next few days! BRRRR
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Threadsence: The Finest Hour Lookbook

Take a peek inside the latest winter Threadsence lookbook, which happens to be my favorite: The Finest Hour. Coming from one of my favorite online stores, I knew I’d love it even before I saw the file of images on my inbox. It’s getting me excited to get back to work in NYC tomorrow…and getting to bundle up in the cold. The eclectic mix of layering (not to mention killer photos) sucked me into the Threadsence groove. Lord knows I need that shearling coat this winter! Oh, and a rooftop/mansion to play in. I love the Threadsence girl…she’s kind of rock n’ roll, she’s bohemian, but above all, she’s oozes cool without even trying. I get excited for their lookbooks every single season. 
Right now, Threadsence is also carrying our Modern Vice JETT boots (in oxblood!) Mixed with everything else in their store, it was the perfect fit. The whole Threadsence crew even came to visit us at the NYC factory…watch the video of the boys and I at work, and shop the latest lookbook

Moroccan Sky

Good mornin Morocco! I just woke up, and I’m here in Oualidia, a small quiet beach town just a few hours outside Casablanca. I found myself passed out in the backseat on the bumpy ride here, before waking up to the ocean and snapping pictures out my window. I’ve been sleeping like a baby, it’s so calm out here! Back in Casablanca, things are a bit more crazy and so this is a nice little escape. I’ve been seeking inspiration left and right here and one place I found the most beautiful? This mosque overlooking the water in the heart of Casablanca. Inside, the walls are intricately carved. The ceilings printed and shining. Everything glows off the chandeliers. Walking through it barefoot was the most calming part of our trip. And I don’t know why I think this, but the sun seems so big in Morocco and closer than ever. Luckily we’ve been having some beautiful cool weather that I got to whip out a deep red pair of pants and of course, my staple, a camo jacket that I brought back from London. I travel with simplicity, though today I think I may go a bit more wild out at the beach. Looks like I’ll be starting the day off at the pool, before heading out into the lagoon…and on a boat! I’m ready to live the beach bum life, even if it is just for one more day.
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