Amazing Rome

Hello, beautiful people! How is everybody doing? I just came back from Rome two days ago and I thought I should do a post about my trip to this beautiful Italian city. So, first I'm going to share my impressions and then I will show you a selection of my favourite photos :)

Rome is a wonderful city and I was really impressed with its beauty and its atmosphere. I was really blown away by its architecture, by its historical monuments and by all the amazing places it has to offer. Being the history geek that I am, it was particularly remarkable to visit the Colosseum and the Roman Forum, places filled with so much history and legends. Probably this is why they were my favourite part of Rome, along with the Piazza Navona, the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon. If you are looking for a quiet place to relax, then the Villa Borghese park is the perfect place to do so. I found it particularly relaxing walking through the rooms of Palazzo Barberini while admiring the works of Raphael or Hans Holbein (I finally got to see the famous portrait of Henry VIII!!). The Vatican and the Castle Sant'Angelo are also quite incredible and shouldn't be missed if you are planning a trip to Rome. I really enjoyed walking through Rome's narrow streets and exploring the city step by step while relaxing from time to time near a beautiful fountain in one of its numerous piazzas.

However, I would recommend visiting Rome in the spring or autumn in order to avoid the hoards of tourists and the unbearable heat. I think Rome was the busiest city I've ever visited, topping Paris and Barcelona. But this doesn't make it less beautiful or take away its charm. Rome will always be Rome and its incredible historical background and legacy will linger on forever.

And now for the photos...

The beautiful Trevi Fountain

The Spanish Steps

The amazing Colosseum

The Roman Forum

  

Monumento Nazionale a Vittorio Emanuele

The Tiber River

Saint Peter's Basilica

Damn wind :D

Castel Sant'Angelo

Piazza Navona

The Pantheon

Almost having a Marilyn Monroe moment in front of the Palazzo Barberini

Villa Borghese

That's it guys, I hope you liked the photos. Have you ever been to Rome? I would love to hear about your favourite places...

Lots of love x

On Vacation...

Just a quick post to tell you that tomorrow I'm going on holiday for one week. The location? Rome, Italy, of course! I'm soooo excited to visit this beautiful city full of history and amazing architecture. I hope I'm going to have a lovely time there.

Therefore, talk to you in a week's time, when I'll be back with lots of pictures and travelling tips.

Take care x

Today I like...

....Olivia Palermo in this perfect ensemble. Seriously now, how beautiful can this photo be? This woman clearly has the most impeccable fashion sense.

My Top 10 Summer Essentials

Hello loves!

I'm finally done with my dissertation paper and I managed to obtain the highest score! I'm so happy and proud and I can't wait to start a new chapter in my life. Anyway, after this stressful period, summer can officially begin for me and this is why I've chosen to make my first post in July a summer essentials post. So without further introduction, here are my top 10 summer essentials (clothes wise and makeup wise):

1. Bold prints

This season is all about big bold floral prints, whether we're talking about dresses, blouses, pants or scarfs.

 (I've just bought this silk Zara scarf two days ago and it's really amazing)

Source: Zara

2. Ice-cream colours

From what I've seen in the shops, ice-cream colours are a huge hit this season. I personally love this trend since I adore pastel shades. My favourite colour from this palette is mint, a colour which I believe to be the star colour of this season.

Source: Zara

3. Flat sandals

Flat sandals are the perfect option for these hot summer days if you want to feel comfortable the entire day. Whether you choose a beaded pair, one with tassels or some gladiators, be sure to buy a pair that fits your style so that you will feel comfortable and stylish all day long.

 (My very own pair of flat sandals)

 Source: Zara

 Source: River Island

4. The perfect pair of short shorts

I love shorts. For me nothing scream summer better than a pair of short shorts. I don't believe you should have long perfect legs to rock a pair. Just find a pair that is perfect for your body shape and in which you feel comfortable.

Source: Zara

 5. Lovely summer dress

Another item which I love during summer is a flowy, beautifully coloured dress. They are extremely feminine and comfortable and this season they came in a large variety of shapes, prints and colours.

  

 Source: Asos

6. Colourful jewellery

This season is all about colour and jewellery is no exception. A bold coloured piece can make any outfit stand out.

Source: Zara

7. Mini cross body bag

I'm  a huge fan of cross body mini bags, especially during summer when I feel the need to be as comfortable as ever. Whether you pick a brightly coloured bag or a neutral one, mini bags are the perfect option for hot summer days.

 Source: Asos

 Source: H&M

8. Refreshing face spray

During these extremely hot summer days, when you feel that your make-up melts on your face, the best solution is to use a refreshing face spray which will revitalise your skin and make-up instantly. My personal favourite is the Caudalie Beauty Elixir, but there are plenty other brands to chose from.

9. Summer fragrance

Our clothes aren't the only ones which should scream summer, but our fragrances should do that too. So go and find a gorgeous fresh or sweet fragrance which will make you smell and feel incredible. My recommendation is Gorgeous Gardenia by Gucci or Nina Ricci's Elixir.

10. Bright make-up

As I said, this summer is all about colour so whether you choose a bright eyeshadow, a bright liner or a bright lipstick, don't forget to get your colour fix this season.

That's it guys, I hope you liked this post and if you have your own top summer essentials please tell me about them in the comments box below. And since the sales season has begun, I wish you all happy bargain shopping!

Lots of love x

Today I like...

Not one...but two things!

First in line is this gorgeous Zara blouse with studded collar. I know there is a studs madness out there this season and I'm completely in love with this trend. I really really really want this shirt but it's so darn expensive...almost 70 Euros for a shirt? Not good. But maybe I'll buy it as a graduation present? Or I'll keep searching for a cheaper alternative... Either way, I love this rock chic turn on an otherwise average shirt.

The second item I love is this clutch from Asos. I really want a more casual clutch which I can wear during daytime and this one seems to be a good option. The colour is perfect for all seasons and the studs give it a more modern twist. The only downside is that I wanted a slightly oversized clutch but this is more of a normal sized one. But I like it so much nevertheless. It's currently on sale at 28 pounds, reduced from 42. I'm torn so if you have any advice please share :)

I know there haven't been too many posts lately, but I'm working hard to finish my dissertation paper since I have to submit it on Friday. I can't wait to get it over with once and for all! Wish me luck!

Take care loves x

The Perfect Pair of Summer Flat Sandals

I'm super excited to have finally found the perfect pair of flat sandals for summer! Due to the fact that summer time in Bucharest is extremely hot and sunny, I mostly prefer wearing flat sandals during the day because they are very comfortable and go with a lot of clothing pieces, such as maxi dresses, short flowy dresses, short shorts, skinny jeans, crop pants, long or short skirts, etc.

I think that the last pair of flat sandals I was crazy about was a pair from Zara which I bought around two or three years ago. I didn't think it was possible to like a pair of sandals more than my beloved Zara pair, but this summer I was lucky to find a gorgeous pair of leather flat sandals by Enzo Bertini (a multibrand shoe store) in some gorgeous neutral shades: beige and light grey. I love them so much!

What do you think? I'm so happy when I manage to find items I like so much as these two cuties. They will definitely be one of my summer staples this season.

Take care lovelies & enjoy the beautiful weather x

Summer fragrance: Flora Gorgeous Gardenia by Gucci

I should probably start by saying I'm not too good at describing fragrances, therefore I'll try to keep this post short and simple. If you are a fan of the original Flora perfume, then there is a big chance you will love Gucci's new line of perfumes named "the Garden Collection". The fragrance that most resembles Flora (and my personal favourite) is Gorgeous Gardenia. The difference between them would be that the latter is not as sweet and strong as the original Flora. Gorgeous Gardenia is a little more discrete and more fruity in my opinion.

The reason why I like this perfume so much is because it has all the things I love in a summer fragrance: it's sweet but fresh in the same time, it's deliciously fruity with gorgeous floral notes, it's incredibly feminine and it's long lasting. It's pleasant and fun. It's perfect! 

Its top notes are red berries and pear, its middle notes are gardenia and plumeria and its base notes are brown sugar and patchouli. Gorgeous Gardenia is a fragrance which is both exotic and sophisticated and which has quickly become one of my favourite perfumes ever.

What's your favourite summer fragrance? Any recommendation?

Lots of love x