T U L U M Style; Mixing Tradicional local Finds with On-Trend Everyday Essencials

|...Tulum, Mexico 1.|

Lately I've Been... MIA! It's been a second since I have updated, there are so many exciting things coming for the brand, and I can't wait to share it all during Fashion Week SS17! First though, my recent travels have taken me to Tulum, Mexico! It was my first time in Mexico, and in true Claire fashion, I headed straight to the markets to pick up some local treasures like this blue embroidered traditional Mexican dress! A lot of my personal style is based on mixing and matching. Wether that be a high-end brand with H&M, or in this case a traditional piece with designer accessories, that's truly where I always find fashion fun and interesting. Head over to the Escapes  page of LatelyIveBeen.Com to see the first polaroids from the trip, will be posting my favorite spots to eat, drink, sun, etc in Tulum on that page very soon!

Peace&Love, Claire 

Shop The Looks: #1 Traditional Mexican Dress, Miu Miu Pink Handbag, Prada Sandals. #2 Traditional Mexican Top, RE/Done Denim Shorts, Givenchy Logo Slides

Claire Leana Millar vacation style in Tulum wearing traditional Mexican Dress, miu miu pink bag, in the streets of Tulum.
Claire Leana Millar vacation style in Tulum wearing traditional Mexican Dress, miu miu pink bag, in the streets of Tulum.
The streets of Tulum Mexico
Claire Leana Millar vacation style in Tulum wearing traditional Mexican Dress, miu miu pink bag, in the streets of Tulum.
Claire Leana Millar vacation style in Tulum wearing traditional Mexican Dress, miu miu pink bag, in the streets of Tulum.
Claire Leana Millar Walking the Streest of Tulum
Claire Leana Millar Wearing traditional Mexican top, with Shop Re/Done Denim Shorts

Casa Violeta Tulum, Mexico

|...Magnolia|

A huge thank you to this perfect beachside paradise Casa Violeta for hosting my best friends and I this past week! We were lucky enough to stay in what the hotel boasts is their best suite, Magnolia. The two story casita with a palm tree through the center, high ceilings, and minimal beachy decor was a literal dream to wake up in. I chose to sleep up above in the little loft overlooking the ocean, while the girls shared the queen princess bed downstairs. We skinny dipped under a full Tulum moon, and walked the famous strip of fun shops and restaurants in the evenings. One thing the girls and I agreed on, was how sexy Casa Violeta, and Tulum is in general!  Maybe it was the mezcal margaritas, or cute local yogis on scooters, but we all can't wait to go back with our boos!

Peace&Love, Claire        

Casa Violeta Tulum
Claire Leana Millar wearing The Minimal Animal Swimsuit
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Casa Violeta Tulum
Magnolia Suite at Casa Violeta Tulum Mexico
The Magnolia Casa Violeta
Beautiful beaches of Tulum Mexico
Casa Violeta Tulum
Claire Leana Millar At Casa Violeta Tulum
Casa Violeta Tulum Mexico Palm Trees
Topless swimming in Tulum Mexico
Casa Violeta Tulum
Casa Violeta Tulum
Casa Violeta Tulum

Back in NYC in Innika Choo

|...Spanish Harlem|

It's been surreal being back in NYC. The universe flows in ways that are still surprising to me, but right now for so many reasons my path has come back to this city. The summer is still going strong, but I can safely say it's been one of the best so far. 

Peace&Love, Claire

16. Ghosts

Walking the same streets not waiting but wondering if a ghost would appear. 

The morning came as a bright reminder she danced with the devil a little to late, for a few steps to long. 

How many dawns did you see this summer? In places with faces that reminded you how much you once loved him.

She rolled over and kissed him a thousand times, still surprised that he wanted ten thousand more, just giving her a million reasons to forget the ghost, and not be afraid to love. 

Shop The Look: Cotton black Gingham Innika Choo DressGivenchy Rubber Logo Slide

Claire Leana Millar wearing an Innika Choo cotton black gingham dress & Givenchy rubber logo slides in Spanish Harlem
Claire Leana Millar wearing an Innika Choo cotton black gingham dress & Givenchy rubber logo slides in Spanish Harlem
Claire Leana Millar wearing an Innika Choo cotton black gingham dress & Givenchy rubber logo slides in Spanish Harlem
Claire Leana Millar wearing an Innika Choo cotton black gingham dress & Givenchy rubber logo slides in Spanish Harlem

Givenchy Logo Slides Prove To Be A Comfy Summer Must-Have

|...Rosy|

I'm so in love with this  summers "it" accessory the Givenchy Logo Slides. I dressed up the low-key footwear with an off the shoulder dress, and topped it with the Lack of Color Spencer Boater  hat to make the sporty casual kicks wearable to a restaurant dinner on the water.

Peace & Love, Claire 

Shop The Look; Givenchy Logo Rubber Slide Sandal in Black, Pixie Market White Strappy Off The Shoulder Dress  

12. Room for Love

"You'll forever be the person I met too soon; when the world was still much too big & there were too many dreams in our hearts to make room for love." 

Givenchy Logo Rubber Slide Sandal in Black, Pixie Market White Strappy Off The Shoulder Dress  Lack of Color Boater Hat on Fashion Blogger Claire Leana Millar
Givenchy Logo Rubber Slide Sandal in Black, Pixie Market White Strappy Off The Shoulder Dress  Lack of Color Boater Hat on Fashion Blogger Claire Leana Millar
Givenchy Logo Rubber Slide Sandal in Black, Pixie Market White Strappy Off The Shoulder Dress  Lack of Color Boater Hat on Fashion Blogger Claire Leana Millar
summer tan lines and laughs
Givenchy Logo Rubber Slide Sandal in Black, Pixie Market White Strappy Off The Shoulder Dress  Lack of Color Boater Hat on Fashion Blogger Claire Leana Millar
Givenchy Logo Rubber Slide Sandal in Black, Pixie Market White Strappy Off The Shoulder Dress  Lack of Color Boater Hat on Fashion Blogger Claire Leana Millar
Givenchy Logo Rubber Slide Sandal in Black, Pixie Market White Strappy Off The Shoulder Dress  Lack of Color Boater Hat on Fashion Blogger Claire Leana Millar

Impromptu Summer Swims

Must-Have; A Simple White Off The Shoulder Top for Beachy Summer Getaways

|...Away From NYC|

11. Summer Sixteen

Who knows how long, here we can stand still. Restless moments and heartbreak by the sea.

She smiled because it was the right thing to do on an overcast afternoon in summer. 

 

I recently left NYC for a beachy summer away. In packing up my clothes, and then un-packing them again when I arrived, I gained a huge amount of closet clarity, and was able to make one of the biggest edits to my wardrobe yet. I have always found that travel illuminates the necessities, helping you choose less, more esthetically cohesive pieces to bring along. I can't wait to show you all what made the cut this summer! From shoes to denim, to tops and bags, I was able to weed out the un-needed, and bring items that will perfectly be mixed and matched for dreamy warm days in the sand.

Peace&Love, Claire 

Shop The Look; High- Waisted Denim, Off The Shoulder White Top

Claire Leana Millar wearing Pixie Market Black Strap Off The Shoulder Top, ReDone High Waisted Jeans on a Beachy weekend getaway
Claire Leana Millar wearing Pixie Market Black Strap Off The Shoulder Top, ReDone High Waisted Jeans on a Beachy weekend getaway
Claire Leana Millar wearing Pixie Market Black Strap Off The Shoulder Top, ReDone High Waisted Jeans on a Beachy weekend getaway
Claire Leana Millar wearing Pixie Market Black Strap Off The Shoulder Top, ReDone High Waisted Jeans on a Beachy weekend getaway
Claire Leana Millar wearing Pixie Market Black Strap Off The Shoulder Top, ReDone High Waisted Jeans on a Beachy weekend getaway