Saturday 15/06 - Total black

Leather jacket - Zara

Pants - Target

Sweater - Asos

Shoe boots - Asos

Clutch - Asos

Watch -Marc Jacobs

Thursday 13/06 - The Black Blazer

Ivory blouse with black details

Black pants

Black Blazer

Black pumps

Watch 

Leopard scarf

How to shop for clothes (for your friends!)

I remember I had to buy a friend's birthday gift last year. We had a budget of $200 and I was looking for something nice, that would suit her and that she wouldn't buy - still her style!

We've bought all these clothes and jewellery and I've emailed the different outfits that she could re-create with them. 

I came across these clothes and she was really happy with them and with the outfits that she could create. I remember she had 2 weddings and several meetings where she wanted to look amazing within a specific budget. 

What do you think? Would you wear them? How do you choose your friend's gift?

                                                             Black peplum dress - Zara 

                                                    Gold, black and white necklace - Diva

Gold necklace - Diva

Nude peplum skirt and Embroidered ivory blouse

Embroidered ivory blouse detail - Zara

Necklace

Blue foral peplum top and nude skirt

Blue floral peplum top - Can't remember the brand!

How to shop for clothes for your friends!

If you have problems shopping for clothes that your friends will like on their birthday, here are a few guidelines to help you get the perfect gift for your friend and build a smile.

1. When you are shopping together, try to remember which stores your friend likes to pick their clothes from. Do they like to go to places like Hot Topic? If so, then what types of clothes do they like there. Take notes on something that you can see and find easily. Keep them for future reference.

2. Take your friend out for a shopping day. Go into stores and see what they pick out or say is "cute".

3. Find out your friend's clothing size. To help you, try to find a friend that is almost or exactly the same size as your friend you are buying clothes for.

4. Remember to bring enough money. Sure, you have found the most cutest blouses and jackets for your friend, but do you have enough money for it? Try to bring at least $100 or $200 if you have that budget.

5. Keep the receipt. If your friend doesn't really like that bright yellow sweater you gave him/her, politely say that you will return it and that they can come with you and pick out what they want.


Cheers!

The Leather Jacket

It's a winter-fall must have! Have you chosen yours already?

I love them and you can create hundreds of outfits!

Saturday 08/06 - moving out

We are too busy moving out!! 

See you soon!

My June budget

I'm a huge believer in having a clothing budget! Each month I'll share the things I buy.

I managed to get the list of the things I'll buy or I've already bought. The goals I set this month are winter sweaters and work shirts - I successfully came across them. 

Zara and Seed are the chosen ones this June :) 

Seed sweaters

Zara cowboy boots and leopard flats

Zara pencil skirt and burgundy jacket with leather sleeves

Zara ivory and green jackets

Zara shirts

Zara sweaters and Seed embellished pants and tuxedo blazer.

Did you score any amazing deals this month? Anything on your wish list?

P.S.: I know what you're thinking and yes..., Zara is my favourite brand!

Sick at home - sleeping and relaxing :)

Wednesday 05/06 - Blue printed pants

Trench coat - Zara

Cardigan - Zara

Printed Pants - Zara

Pumps - Payless shoes / Oxfords - Asos

Bag - Michael Kors

Printed pants outfit inspiration!

Tuesday 04/06 - Back to basics

Shirt - BCN

Velvet Blazer - Zara 

Burgundy pants - Zara

Black coat - Zara 

Leopard pumps - Zara 

Bag - Michael Kors

Watch- Marc by Marc Jacobs

Burgundy pants outfit inspiration:

Welcome to Antonina's blog!

Hi there! 

I'm Mercedes and I moved to Sydney more than 1 year ago with my husband and my 3 year old son. 

The blog is my way of expressing personal style while still dressing within the family budget and within the little time I have each morning to get ready...my boys need attention :) 

Get a sneak peek to my closet. It's not a celebrity wardrobe but I hope you receive useful advice that you can put into action. And I hope at the end of the day, you feel great about yourself – because when you look great, you feel great too.

Thank you for joining me! Let’s get started!

Cheers,
Mercedes