flats: pazzion
bag: c/o carlo rino
jumpsuit: lily thailand
bracelets: c/o style.in.kind
earrings: c/o lissele jewellery
I snapped up this lovely all-in-one jumpsuit from the Lily boutique in one of Bangkok's Central Malls at the beginning of summer. Jumpsuits make getting dressed shockingly easier, but I'm always paranoid that since the top and bottom are attached in one piece, it's that much more obvious when they are re-worn. Luckily this particular one is easy to style over and over to create new looks (I might try a blazer + heels combo next, who knows!). With subtle lace detailing on the shoulders, a bright abstract floral print and simple black pants, I can't think of a situation that this piece wouldn't fit well with (besides, like, the beach). Plain black flats wouldn't do this jumpsuit justice, so cue my new favorite pair of shoes: the black leather/leopard print hybrid boasting extraordinary comfort and water resistance (okay, not that much water resistance). There's nothing like a subtle print-clash to spice up an outfit without mismatching to the extreme. This lovely bag from Carlo Rino is my new favorite (ever) for so many reasons. The clean lines of the leather exterior means it adds so much class to any outfit, and the bright pop of coral-red serves as a daily reminder of a color I don't wear often enough, yet this bag has made me fall in love with. The inside of the bag is perfect too; it has enough pockets for everything you need - and I'm talking useful compartments, not lame little fabric folds that are big enough for a pen. Seriously, I'm a huge fan of numerous pockets, slits and flaps that serve a convenient purpose, and this bag takes that to a whole new level. It can hold anything, even a small child (well, at least the weight equivalent), with shocking comfort and shape-retention. An umbrella, coffee mug, change of shoes, cardigan and my other miscellaneous essentials fit in neatly. Thank you so much Carlo Rino!
On a Bangkok note - I spent a few nights there at the start of summer to attend my aunt's wedding and got to stay in our new apartment there for the first time! It's nice to finally have a cosy space of our own in the bustling city (one of my few "hometowns") to call home, and the shopping district is conveniently accessible by foot. Unfortunately Cathay Pacific lost my luggage on the flight to Bangkok, so I've been grieving over my losses and trying to scrape together enough cash to replace all the clothes, books, chargers, makeup, shoes and things I lost. Not gonna lie, it was definitely a trip-ruiner since I had none of my own clothes and makeup for the wedding, but I guess it gave me a license to shop a little more! If I hadn't lost that suitcase, I might not have bought this gorgeous jumpsuit and pair of shoes (trying to stay positive). I'm glad we have our own small place in the city though, it makes it feel that much more like home and makes it so much more convenient to visit Bangkok more often. It's a spectacular city with the most unbelievable energy and crazy vibrance, and while I admit spending more than a week there is a bit of an overkill, a long weekend in Thailand's capital city will promise to leave you simultaneously exhausted and reinvigorated. Till next time, Krung Thep!
+ Photos/editing by Katya Brigitte Photography, the uber-talented photographer from London!
