C!AO
/17. It Means Hello & Goodbye
Because right now, the way I feel, I know you'll love me when this adventure is said and done.
Peace&Love, Claire
Shop The Look: Madewell C!AO Graphic Tee, Alice&Olivia Eloise Trousers
Pandora Sykes + Hunza G. Together Reinvent Flirty Fun Swimwear for US Grown Babes
/|...Pretty in Pink|
When fellow blogger babe Pandora Sykes launched her swim collaboration with UK based brand Hunza G. London, we all waited to see the cheeky Brits interpretation of swimwear. Flirty and fun were always a given based on her blogs message, but what she created beyond exceeded all of our dreams. The collection fully touches our youthful spirits with the frills and vibrant color ways, while still somehow maintaining a sexy adult undertone in the nature of the cuts. There is no sizing; the line is one size fits all size 6 -12 due to the stretchy nature of the seersucker lycra. It fit perfectly, and is one of the most comfortable articles of swim I own.
Peace&Love, Claire
Shop The Look: Tracey Red/Pink Frill Bikini, Catbird Ring Stacks. Shot at Casa Violeta Tulum, Mexico.
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
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
Rethinking the Vintage Scarf
/|...DIY|
This look feels like it should be in the back of a vintage convertible zooming around Cuba!
Most of us ladies have scarfs laying around in our closets, so I love the idea of taking something old and reinventing it. If you have a vintage scarf thats big enough, try pairing it with a high- waisted trouser for the perfect cropped bra top!
Peace&Love, Claire
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 Dress, Givenchy Rubber Logo Slide
