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ROCK YOUR WALK

(American Eagle embroidered jacket, paisley boho top, and jegging jean, H by Hudson boots, Worth & Worth hat, Lacar Studio cuff, Aimee Kestenberg bag)
I’m super picky with my denim…they’ve got to fit nicely on the bum, and of course, they’ve got to be comfortable enough to move and dance in. This gorgeous pair by American Eagle fit like a glove and literally felt so, so soft. I wore this exact jean in our American Eagle #rockyourwalk denim runway video, and also to our huge launch party…because I just loved them so much. For the big night, I layered this amazing AE embroidered patchwork jacket and paisley printed blouse to go along with it. The colors of the jacket remind me of those vintage patchwork blankets my mum would spread across our beds. Too gorgeous for words. I’ll be slipping into this baby as we sneak into fall, no doubt. For the AE video, my strut was “The Gypsy Jump”…clutching on my hat, my kimono flying in the air as I jumped across 3rd street in my distressed denim and red boots. But before we get to that, take a peek at some images from our NYC Times Square launch party! The 3 levels to the store were jam packed…and with all my favorite New Yorkers. With the video playing on the big screen, I found Dylana dancing with a pair of denim…

AE Denim Runway Launch Party:

Now you too, can upload your own American Eagle #ROCKYOURWALK video, strutting in your own pair of AE denim on ae.com/rockyourwalk
We’re making the longest denim runway across America!

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WARRIOR WOMAN

(Morning Warrior tank (similar), D-ID high waisted jeans (similar), Rachel Zoe tote handbag, The 2 Bandits hoop earrings, Giles & Brother bracelet, Dr. Scholls clog sandals)
It’s already been a whirlwind week…Friday just around the corner, too quickly for me to wrap my head around. I have to send a shout out to WWD and Footwear News for the lovely feature and story this week…such an honor! Between running around the city for work, there are some days I just want to throw on the clogs, the blue jeans, HOOPS, a tee, and call it a day! Here I am snapped just after my latest Volcom photoshoot (coming soon!!), and our shoot was 90’s Glam themed. I kept the hoops on for the entire rest of the afternoon, and they really are something special! Too rad for words! So 90’s and something I’d see my mom wearing when I was a child. She saw me in my clogs and was like “Oh my God, I wore those when I was young!” These are surprisingly comfortable and my little weekend go-tos. Slip on and I’m out the doooooor! Can you say Jane Birkin?! Here’s to Thursday, to Friday, and one much needed weekend.

See inside my latest projects and shoe designs here on WWD’s Footwear News:

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FIT FOR A QUEEN

(Lauren Moffatt dress, RAEN sunglassesChloĆ© handbag, Modern Vice “carly” boots, Shashi bracelets, Vanessa Mooney cuff, BOERA knuckle ring)

In Paris, I woke up thinking of Marie Antoinette. Versailles. The Princess’s royal summer home. The gold, the dresses, the chandeliers. Everything I’ve seen in Sofia Coppola’s film, I wanted to see in real life. The cakes, the gardens. It was Bastille Day, and I woke up early…mapping out how to get to Versailles on this holiday…where roads were closed and people were already filling the morning streets in preparation of French Independence Day. I had to make it to Versailles this time, I thought. We were running late as usual, and so I threw on a this adorable little Lauren Moffatt number, a pair of white sunnies, slathered on my sunscreen, and called it a morning. Crossing the canal overlooking the Eiffel Tower, we finally caught and cab, and after snoozing in the back seat, we were pulling up to the royal gates before we knew it! This beautiful place! So so big, the palace stretching so far and wide. The shining printed walls, so elegant…with copper and bronze doors, so tall overhead. I didn’t want to leave this magical place. I could only imagine what it was like back in the 1700’s…those out in the hot sun in their elaborate get-ups, an umbrella and fan in hand. Making my way to the garden, I was amazed. The perfect lawn, the little trees…it was a work of art. So serene and peaceful. Grabbing Jordan’s hand, we made the long long walk down to the fountains, lying under a tree to keep cool. I got back to Paris with the white dust covering my shoes and knees, but a head full of dreams. It’s nice feeling like a queen for just one day. 

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BLUE POP

(Reformation crop top and skirt, Aimee Kestenberg handbag, The 2 Bandits turqoise cuff/wing cuff/ring, Vanessa Mooney choker, “Natalie + Dylana Suarez x Modern Vice” CHLOE BOOT with harness)
It’s summer and my skin is slathered in sunscreen, forever giving me that glisten across my cheeks. It’s nearly halfway through summer and I don’t want it to end. I like stepping outside and being hit by that warmth. There’s still so much summer to experience. So far, it’s been all Barcelona, Paris…soon, LA! and though it’s been filled with work…my short weekends are for catching up with everyone I love. Time in NYC flies faster than anywhere in the world from what I know. It was just before the sun was setting that I met up with Dylana after work (how rad is it that Dy is in NYC?!) before a dinner extravaganza in the West Village. Along with my pop of blue nail polish, I had on this stunning two piece set from Reformation. I picked up this beauty at their gorgeous Soho store, and fell in love with the floral blue and purple print. It’s like a slap in the face to all those neutral summer get-ups. The city seems to be revolving around the little crop tops and BELLIES, just about found on every corner of the city. Oh, and meet my new friend. This lil’ handbag is made by my gal pal, Aimee Kestenberg! Also part of my boyfriend’s The Adoni Group, I see her all the time around the office where we make our JETTS. I love sneaking in and seeing her latest creations randomly throughout the week. Anyways, today is dedicated to electric, electric BLUE and I’ve got a full day in and out of the factory. You guys have made everyday more and more exciting for us…from our JETTS to now, seen here, our CHLOES BOOTS. I cannot thank each and everyone one of you for all the constant love and feedback! Can’t wait to share more of what I’ve got in store.

photography by Dylana Suarez

Anyways, TOMORROW, July 31st, I’m hosting the
American Eagle #RockYourWalk DENIM RUNWAY event! 

Come and meet me at the AEO Times Square store for drinks and a first peek at our runway video! RSVP to the email below: rockyourwalkrsvp@shadowpr.com

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