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October 12, 2017

Laid back: sweater dress and white sneakers

As a petite woman who looks five (to ten) years younger, I spent a lot of time avoiding sneakers. I thought I was making it too easy for my haters. Until I saw a huge billboard of Giselle Bundchen in a gray dress and white sneakers. Suddenly the love I felt for my white high school sneakers came back to me. I started wearing sneakers outside of the gym again. There will always be haters. Español aquí.

I have a nice a nice memory of a chilly Friday night in a black sweater dress and white sneakers. Always monochromatic, I added a black puffer coat. Trivia fact, I’ve had this jacket since college (circa 2004). I like the silhouette of a snug and short sweater dress with white sneakers. I added red lips to ward off evil spirits. Read more

October 9, 2017

How to pick a lunch menu spot

I share a lot of empathy with my peers about bringing food from home at work. We like home cooking, knowing how it was made and the money saved isn’t bad either. But we can’t all do it. For all the times I can’t bring lunch to the office, I spent some time thinking about how to eat something healthy. Español aquí.

I recently found a menu post that’s close to me that cooks like home. Not without before making some bad choices that included “chifas”, cevicherías and Creole menus of dubious origin that will remain anonymous. Here’s how I made my choice and hope you can find your own corner to enjoy as much as I do La Valeriana at Petit Thours Avenue. Español aquí.
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October 5, 2017

Monochromatic beige

I’ve given it a lot of thought and I think I have Cher (Dressed Accordingly) to thank for teaching me how to wear turtleneck sweaters over buttoned shirts. I love lifting the collar of these blouses so that it stands out above the sweater neck. As you can see, this post brings us back to the monochromatic outfits, this time with a combination of neutral beiges. The tones, which resemble a nude palette, lengthen my petite silhouette. Español aquí.

My favorite pieces include this high waisted wool trouser which has a very classic cut. Its thick texture helps the shape prevail. I know this for sure because I have a second pair of wool trousers with a more flimsy texture. At times I wonder if this second pair brings real happiness to my life. I also like the blouse because of its floral print. Funny enough, both the pants and the blouse were bought on sales, at the end of their seasons some time ago. Gem finds. Read more

September 28, 2017

Yellow midi dress

As a petite woman, I spent most of my life thinking that I could only wear short dresses that lengthened my figure. But you should take a risk. Lately I enjoy wearing midi silhouettes that end on my calfs. A clear example is this yellow dress that I had made in resemblance to one that Selena Gomez wears like a second skin (Atea Oceanie). Selena is flawless. Español aquí.

If your curves are elegant and discreet, go for straight and slightly fitted silhouettes that will favor them. I like the contrast of the color yellow with my brunette skin. For now I’m trying out this dress with classic black heels, but andals would be best. I will start saving my pennies. Spring has officially begun in Lima, but its clearly symbolic. In my part of the world it won’t be hot until 2018. Read more

September 25, 2017

#LaLigaSomosTodos: Fundraising idea for the office with food

I’m very excited to share this post with you for a fundraising idea for the office. One of the best practices I learned from my prior employment was participating in a food drive. As a part of an international company, the enterprise let each office choose a local charitable cause close to their heart for a donation. The trick was encouraging the workers to get involved by asking them to raise an amount that the company would pledge to meet. Spanish here.