Muy, Muy Bonita

Since my trip to Mexico last month, I've been thinking about the amazing culture that can only be found south of the border.   I want to go back.  And eat enchiladas and drink  horchata, and chat in my broken Spanish with the locals while bartering for silver bangles and turquoise earrings.  And while I'm doing all that I want to be wearing these stunning Mara Hoffman shorts.  Ugh, I'm so in love.

If you get the urge, you may buy them for me here :)

Gimme Color

I gravitate towards black.  I might even go as far as calling it my "favorite color".  But this time of year, when I've seen way too much dreary gray, I want nothing more than rainbows of color.  And when it comes to color inspiration, I like to think of  fashion in countries that seem to embrace all things vibrant - like Morocco, India, Spain, and Mexico.  I'm thinking long maxi skirts, flowing tunics, dangly,bejeweled earrings and patterned scarves scarves.  I know the whole Morrocan/Marrakech theme was huge back in '09, but could we please bring it back?  Below are some clothes and accessories techni-color dreams are made of... Can't you just imagine wearing these amazing pieces in the most exotic of locales with a glowing tan? 

Pink Dress: Mara Hoffman, Embroidered Silk Story Kaftan $310

Turquoise Scarf: Crumpet Silk and Cashmere Blend Scarf $325

Lime Purse: Jimmy Choo Neon Purse $410

Green Belt: Miu Miu Slim Belt $165

Blue Jumpsuit: Roberto Cavalli Printed Silk-Chiffon Jumpsuit $2,795

Yellow Ballet Flats: Miu Miu Fluorescent Flats, $349

Orange Skirt: Jil Sander Twil Peplum Maxi Skirt $1,375

Red Sunglasses: Italia Independent Red LED Sunglasses, $215

And if you're still not in a colorful mood, listen to this:

Need more?  Google Frieda Pinto's style or take note of how vividly gorgeous she looks in Slumdog Millionaire.