I love how the models are traditionally not stick thin but my favourite element is how classic and timeless the campaigns are. They have no era/ year. And they emote luxury. You feel like you've been transported to a 5 star resort in a private jet. It's about the fantasy. 
Salute to the legend divas of the VS catwalk...
All pics taken by me except the ones I’m in
I was lucky enough to go last year. It is a city full of energy, hustle, cool shit, hot people, style and fun.
The main attractions: Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building... etc, were actually my least favourite things about the city. It was much more the invisible than the tangible.
Got to attend the US Open which was a bucket list moment for sure! I saw Venus Williams vs Shahar Peer; Kim Clijsters vs Ana Ivanovic and Rafael Nadal vs Gilles Simon. Legend.... wait for it.... DARY!!!
The hood (obviously not too deep inside) is electric and people are inspired and proud. Got taken to Harlem to eat delicious but extremely fattening food.
I was there over Labor Day weekend and went to Brooklyn to enjoy the Caribbean Parade (it was a celebration of all Caribbean expats and their heritage).
I learnt where the best place for bargain shopping is and I was even taken to a club (again in Brooklyn) where I had sooo much fun!
Empire State of Mind: “New York, concrete jungle where dreams are made of, there’s nothing you can’t do. Now you’re in New York. These streets will make you feel brand new, big lights will inspire you, let’s hear it for New York!”
Can't wait to go back- not sure when but it's a MUST!
Obsessed with New York City
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So earlier on I had a blog post about Cuba (as my country of the week). In that post I mentioned that I am quite obsessed with the place because of its history and what it means. I am fascinated by the inner workings of both Fidel and Che who, though are very militant and a little crazy, are also heroes and definitely put much thought into their struggle as much as they put reckless abandon in the name of the revolution.
Unfortunately as with most ‘revolutionary heroes’, there is a moment when society at large would prefer a real democracy (as is normally what they fighting in the name of)... But that is usually forgotten once the relevant people are in power.
The difference (for me) with Che and Fidel is that even though they were beyond cray-cray, there was still an element of true patriotism and a real desire to help the people over helping themselves. Che was more than prepared to die (and he did) for the ‘freedom’.
There are many reports that claim Fidel and Che hated each other but I have read many-a biography and studied some of their letters which proves to me that that is far from the truth. They were friends and above all had immense respect for each other.
Even the people of Cuba will tell you that they are amazing and that they did so much for the country. The opinions of them being villains are a mostly western thing. I’m always looking for ways to study them further as individuals and as ‘colleagues’ and friends.
Obsessed with Che Guevara and Fidel Castro
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21 October 1918 - 2 June 2011
Your work and sacrifices for the good of this nation will never be forgotten. It is because of people like you that people like me can fully enjoy the opportunities the world has to offer.
Thank you for showing us strength, compassion, forgiveness and true love. And thank you for being so committed to the struggle.
Thank you. And thank you Walter.
xx
The new trend (which will be a hit even beyond winter) is coral clothing and accessories.
This vibrant colour is a hit in Hollywood right now but more than that it brings life to any outfit. Even just a splash can turn an outfit from drab to FAB! And colour blocking works tremendously with coral.
I recently bought divine coral shoes and have seen women rocking it in tops, dresses, accessories and even make up… And it’s sexy in the paler hues as well as the darker ones.
C’est tres chaud.
Obsessed with coral fashion.
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