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By Vannia Enriquez April 11, 2014 in All, Fun, News

10 SIGNS YOU’RE A GROWN WOMAN

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♫ I’m a grooooown woman, I can do whatever I want. I’m a grooooown woman… ♫

Though I can’t say I’ve grown in stature since my high school & college years, ;) I can say that I’ve learned quite a few life-lessons throughout. Therefore, I have grown after all. I’m a grooooown woman & I can do whatever I want. And I chose this… Because after all, wisdom does come with age.

Here are 10 sings you’re a grown woman/man:

You search for a greater purpose and help others.
Life eventually stops evolving around you. Your realize that other people’s needs are also important & there are others who have way bigger than problems you do. You acknowledge that life is fleeting & choose to be a part of something bigger. So you learn to love God & love others & l ive well …
Family matters…
Yelling at your parents because they wouldn’t extend your curfew… Getting mad at mom because she wouldn’t give you privacy, & fighting with your siblings for the remote control… These things eventually become a thing of the past. Family is precious, they really did want the best for you (Okay, maybe not your entire family, but most…) & they still do! You make time for them & don’t miss an opportunity to show them you care!
Friendships don’t just happen.
Seeing your friends in the hallways, catching up during lunch, & having hours to talk on the phone was a huge commodity. As you get older, you fall into the 9-5 routine and learn it’s no longer as easy to stay in touch. Eventually, you also learn to prioritize your time & make time for the friends that matter. True friendship lasts a lifetime & it’s okay to pick up right where you left-off, regardless of your age/stage.
You stop searching for the “perfect” one.
You realize that no one is perfect & that love is an action verb. It takes time & effort. But you’re perfectly okay with the work that it entails — because in the end if you’re with the right person, it’s worth every minute!
You fail forward!
Chances are that at some point in your life something or someone will probably fail you. Heck, even your own ideas don’t always work as they should. But you don’t beat yourself up over it, you get up and try again. You keep the innovation coming, but try to not repeat the same mistake. You just make new ones…
You stop comparing.
You learn that you were fearfully and wonderfully made. Your days of constantly comparing are far behind you. You know YOUR gifts, talents and passions, and you grow them. You are a unique and beautiful being, and you’re okay with that!
You are not anxious… You think of the future but live in the now.
Thinking of the future, saving for retirement, not getting into debt, and setting goals are all good things. But if they slowly become obsessions and you forget to cherish the small details of life, they become bad things. Now, you take time to smell the flowers, you treat yourself to a good meal and do it with the ones you love. You have no time to worry about tomorrow, you enjoy the present and plan wisely for a better tomorrow.
Change is inevitable, and you like it that way.
People change, jobs change, you change, and you embrace it. Change is constant and it will remain. Whatever the change may be, you take a leap of faith and learn to just go with it.
You are comfortable in your own skin.
Whether you like it or not, you’re stuck with yourself, and that is perfectly okay with you. You’ve learned to embrace your looks & your body! You think twice when eating fast food, drink lots of water, exercise regularly and dress to flatter your best feature.
The sun is not your friend.
You moisturize, moisturize, moisturize! You spend a little extra cash on serums, SPF & moisturizers … Eventually, you even start seeing it as a good investment. There, I said it!

PS: A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to talk about this topic with Fusion’s Alicia Menendez, 99 Jamz’ Felisha Monet, and TTWN’s traffic reporter, Jennifer Riley in the AM Tonight edition of “That’s What She Said.” Check out the video below.

Are you a grown man or woman yet? How do you know? Join the convo…

By Vannia Enriquez March 21, 2014 in All, Fun, News

WYNWOOD LIFE

Not long ago, Wynwood Life was just a blog that celebrated life in the Wynwood neighborhood… But now, the site has organically evolved into a festival that’s poised to raise the bar on all things Miami –art, music, fashion and food!

Wynwood Life will take place in Miami’s hip Wynwood district on 6^th Avenue, between 22^nd and 24^th Street and will run from April 25^th-27^th. The idea behind this festival stemmed from the need to highlight local artists, craftsmen and designers. Organizers are expecting over 20,000 people during this three-day event.

Top area vendors and artists, have signed up to be a part of it. Even musicians, local bands and DJ’s will be performing from two stages, including the top of this Trek6, boom box-painted building that overlooks I-95.

Think next-level Art Walk, offering local pop-up restaurants, bars, live music, art, and more. As far as fashion, throughout the day several vendors will showcase local designs modeled and styled by a few of your favorite bloggers. And yup, you guessed it your Flair Miami girls will be there to model and style a few looks.

This is an event you don’t want to miss, tickets start as low as $15 and can be purchased online at www.wynwoodlife.com. Use the promotion code FLAIRMIA at checkout and you’ll receive a 50% discount! Hope to see you there!

Image Credit: Stephanie Rogers

By Vannia Enriquez March 14, 2014 in All, Fashion, News

PEACE LOVE WORLD EDITOR PREVIEW

Meet Alina Villasante, founder and designer of Peace Love World, this oh so sweet & trendy Cuban is no stranger to fashion. In fact, many would call her Miami-based clothing company a growing sensation.

This past Tuesday, Alina and her team hosted a quaint brunch for a few Miami editors to preview her 2014 Summer & Fall designs — and the Flair Miami gals were there to chat with her and see the gorgeous collection.

How did PLW get started?
I started running a successful aviation business. I did that for a few years, but then I sold it to pursue my t-shirt idea. I wanted to create tees that make people smile, and really, I was just designing clothes that I wanted to wear — hoping other people would want to wear them too. I invested some money into it, and my girls helped me sell about $85,000 in just shirts. Our first store opened here in Miami in 2009 and its been growing since.

Tell us a little bit about the 2014 Spring & Summer line. We saw quite a few new pieces, even some vegan-leather/denim jackets?
Yes, I’m very excited to launch this collection. Since the brand itself has already established a look and a feel that people recognize, we wanted to slowly add some more fashionable pieces and fabrics. You know, we didn’t want to change too quickly… Oh and I love the jean jacket and the dresses that can be worn from day to night.

Alina is a gem! And needless to say, she walks the talk. Her home screamed peace, love & happiness from throw pillows, to wall art, to her joyful personality…

The Summer collection was fun and vibrant. The staple light-weight tees and sweaters had statements like I am Happy, Summer Love, Love Hippie, I am Eternal and my favorite, I love Sundays!

As for the 2014 Fall line, I cannot wait! The mix of fabrics is perfection.

I was instantly wooed by the beautiful white flowy dress and this uh-ma-zing pale pink vegan-leather jacket. <3

Want to rock your own PLW look? Snag your favorite pieces here today and let’s all wear clothes that are both stylish and comfortable.

Miami locals, you can pass by and see their collection at any of these locations. Thanks again Alina, for hosting and for opening your home.

By Vannia Enriquez March 10, 2014 in All, Fashion, News

CROP CROP

PETER PILOTTO X TARGET crop top
AMERICAN APPAREL skirt
PRABAL GURUNG X TARGET sandals
KATE SPADE bag

I’ve been a fan of Target designer collaborations for quite a while now, and as you know, Peter Pilotto for Target was no exception. As usual, I did most of my shopping online, though I think I may have gone a little overboard on this one… Let’s just say you may be seeing quite a mix of Pilotto pieces. ;)

Unfortunately, some items didn’t quite fit as I hoped, (I’m actually having to get a few things tailored) though the crop top was a pleasant surprise. I believe it’s meant to be worn as a swim piece, but who says you have to follow rules? I paired this top with a mid-length pencil skirt to give it just the right amount of class with a hint of sass.

Did you buy anything? What was your favorite piece, and did it run true to size?
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Ya han sido varias veces que he comprado de las colaboraciones de diseñadores de Target, y como ustedes saben, Peter Pilotto no fue la excepción. Como de costumbre, hice la mayor parte de mis compras en línea, aunque creo que esta vez me pase de cuentas… Solo digamos que en los proximos dias talves vean toda una mezcla de piezas Pilotto. ;)

Desafortunadamente, algunas piezas no me quedaron como esperaba, de hecho, algunas de mis compras todavia estan con mi costurera. Pero, este top fue una agradable sorpresa. Yo creo que está supuesto a ser usado como una pieza de baño, pero ¿quién dice que tenemos que seguir las reglas? Lo pareje con una falda lápiz de longitud media para darle la cantidad justa de clase con un toque de insolencia, jaja!

¿Y tu, compraste algo? ¿Cuál fue tu pieza favorita, y como te quedo?

By Vannia Enriquez February 14, 2014 in All, Fashion, News

FOUR FAVORITES: VALENTINES DAY

The day of love has arrived! I love Valentine’s Day! A day filled with love, balloons, flowers, & a perfectly suitable pink & red explosion! What’s there not to love?

Well, I realize that for some this can be a very difficult day… Perhaps you still await the love of a significant other; or you are reminded of your lost beloved. For some it’s a reminder of a failed attempt at love that resulted in divorce, or emotional brokenness. Can I remind you that there is still reason to celebrate?

Valentine’s Day isn’t just about boyfriends, girlfriends, husbands and wives. In Bolivia we call it, “El Dia del Amor y la Amistad.” Translation: The day of love and friendship!

So today, celebrate love and rejoice in the this beautiful Miami day. Give thanks for the love of a mother, the laughter shared with a sibling/cousin and the sweet company of a friend. And never let a day go by without saying I love you to those who surround you!

Who says you need a Valentine to feel sexy? If you’re a lady, treat yourself to a cute bralette for a comfy & chic look.
Hang reminders of love in your home & be encouraged & reminded that faith, hope & love remain even in your darkest days. This adorable print from Made By Girl will do the job!
Remind someone just how awesome they are by sending them a fun card via snail mail.
Get a promise ring for you & a friend. Make a promise to not let others define your worth, fight for love and don’t settle for less than you deserve!

May your day be filled with love, laughter and good company. Happy Valentine’s Day!

By Vannia Enriquez February 7, 2014 in All, Fashion, News

ALL AROUND FASHOM FUN

Check your mail, you’ll find fashion. Open on your computer, yup more fashion. In fact, now-a-days with smart phones, not only is fashion literally at your fingertips but now YOU can be the model and inspire others. How? Welcome, Fashom.

Fashom is a new website and phone application designed to unite the everyday fashionistas all around the world. This newly launched fashion platform allows individuals like YOU to showcase your looks, designs, style preferences, street sitings and much more.

Just download the app, or register online and simply post away! Selfies are strongly encouraged, you can post photos, videos, vote on style trends, and my favorite part — browse through the map for creative inspiration from all over the world.

“Fashom focuses on everyday style by real people… We consider everyone on our platform a Fashom Stylist. Also, we make it easier for everyone to look for styles by looking on our Fashom Map. And this year we aim to have over 1 million users from different parts of the world,”said Mitali Saxena, the brand’s founder and CEO.

She also shared with us why she was personally inspired to create the app.

“I was looking for local street-style trends when I was traveling to Europe and I could only find high-end fashion blogs. The same situation happened when I was looking for a wedding dress in India and all I could find was designer wear. It would’ve been nice to find what real people were wearing and where they were buying from,”

Miami blogger, Lynsee and Mitali hosted the blogger’s night out/app launch party on Feb. 1. While our blogging community enjoyed sweet treats and libations, the app made its way all across the world.

Here are a few of the Miami fashion bloggers that made an appearance: Pictured from left to right, Juliana from A Fashion Soiree, Bianca from Bianca’s Fashion Corner, Lynsee from Style by Lynsee, Afroza from Chic Stlylista, and Anj from Styled with Poise.

Treats for the evening were provided by Dejavu Sweets and MPP Brickell.

So, what do you think of the app? Will you be using it?

By Vannia Enriquez January 31, 2014 in All, Fitness, Fun

THERE IS SOMETHING IN THE WATER

Confession #1: No, I am not pregnant. Sorry if the pictures I’ve been posting on Instagram and the title of this post made you think otherwise. ;)

Confession #2: I have thought about deleting the fitness tab of my blog at least 2x this year. (Buuuut, I wont… ) And if any fitness/health gurus out there want to contribute, I’m always up for a collaboration. Just shoot me an email.

Confession #3: 99% of the time, the only drink available in my house is water. (Sorry, I’m not really sorry. I love love love water and you should too!)

Human survival is dependent on water – It is known that the human body can last weeks without food, but only a few days without water. Weather, health, and living conditions can factor into how long you can live without water. But on average, if you go 3-5 days without any water intake, you will perish. Yikes!

Also, did you know that as you age your body loses water content? Upon birth, our body is made up of 90% water… But average adults have about 70% water content and with age the percentage decreases to about 60-50%.

Therefore, today’s post… You guessed it, it’s a tribute to H2O! Here are 10 ways that water can improve your health & fitness.

Drinking water increases your metabolism and can help with weight loss.
Water moisturizes from within and nourishes your skin.
Drinking water can give you smoother & shinier hair.
Water brightens you eyes and can reduce puffiness.
Water boosts your energy and lowers stress.
Drinking water helps build muscle.
Water prevents muscle cramping & lubricates joints.
Water shrinks pores & prevents future breakouts.
Water helps with digestion and constipation.
And best of all, it saves money!

Ready to increase your water intake? Here are 10 tips to help your daily water consumption.

Set an alarm! In fact, as soon as your morning alarm goes off and you’re out of bed, start your day with a glass full of water. This will get your metabolism off to a good start!
Keep water bottles in different locations, in your car, office, or gym bag.
Infuse your water with flavor. Add lemon/lime or any fruit to spice-up your water.
When eating out, avoid ordering sodas or juices and ask for good ol’ tap water instead.
Challenge a friend to a healthy competition. Who can drink 8 glasses a day first? Having an exciting prize at the end of the week may help. ;)
Drink at least 2 glasses per meal, one before and one after.
Drinking juice? Dilute it with water, it also saves you some calories…
Enjoy a nice warm herbal tea as an afternoon treat!
Invest in a good filter.
Consume more watermelon, cucumber, celery & oranges. These fruits and vegetables are not only delicious but they also offer a high water content which will help your hydration.

There you have it! Now go on, take a sip and enjoy the benefits…. Ahhhh!

By Vannia Enriquez January 17, 2014 in All, Fashion, News

IT IS HERE! PETER PILOTTO X TARGET

It’s been 4 months since Target called all fashionistas to save the date for their upcoming collaboration with London-based label, Peter Pilotto.

This collaboration is set to hit stores Sunday, Feb. 9 and finally, this past Monday night the brand released the entire look book. Here’s a look at a few of my favorite pieces from the collection, from dresses to skirts the entire collection screams fun!

The brand designed by the great duo, Peter Pilotto and Christopher De Voss is one of the most recognized brands from London. Known for their colorful, kaleidoscopic and textured prints, even Hollywood A listers like Emma Watson, Kristen Stewart, and Kerry Washington are fans.

The limited-edition collection retails from $14.99 to $79.99 — and features about 70 different pieces, including accessories, swimwear, and of course women’s apparel. Sorry fellas… :(

The good news? Target will be partnering with Net-a-Porter to sell “a curated assortment” of the collection. This will allow international customers to also get their hands on these coveted pieces. Will the partnership work? Well, if it does, maybe this will help those of us that stay up till wee hours of the night, only to find that awful “no longer available online” message on the Target website.

What pieces are you after? And do you think this Target collaboration will be anything like the 3.1 Phillip Lim sale that started releasing items piece-by-piece release through social media outlets?

By Vannia Enriquez January 10, 2014 in All, Fashion, News

FOREVER

She rises in the morning, her feet hit the ground and she’s ready to take on a new day.

But this day, would be like no other… Perhaps it was the flawless and powdery snow that slowly fell as she looked out the window, landing perfectly still and possessing so much beauty. She marveled at God’s creation for what felt like forever.

Then it hit her, these minutes, hours, even days that pass her by would never again be repeated. Phrases like “I’ll do it tomorrow, forever and ever, and maybe someday,” took a whole new meaning.

Forever – without end, everlasting, eternal. But what exactly did forever look like and is there such a time as this? How does one live in the now and keep eternity in mind?

King Solomon, the author of Ecclesiastes explained it best:

There is a time for everything,
and a season for every activity under the heavens:

2     a time to be born and a time to die,
    a time to plant and a time to uproot,
3     a time to kill and a time to heal,
    a time to tear down and a time to build,
4     a time to weep and a time to laugh,
    a time to mourn and a time to dance,
5     a time to scatter stones and a time to gather them,
    a time to embrace and a time to refrain from embracing,
6     a time to search and a time to give up,
    a time to keep and a time to throw away,
7     a time to tear and a time to mend,
    a time to be silent and a time to speak,
8     a time to love and a time to hate,
    a time for war and a time for peace.

…. 11 He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the human heart; yet no one can fathom what God has done from beginning to end. 12 I know that there is nothing better for people than to be happy and to do good while they live. 13 That each of them may eat and drink, and find satisfaction in all their toil—this is the gift of God. 14 I know that everything God does will endure forever; nothing can be added to it and nothing taken from it…

She took a deep breath, embraced Virginia weather and all that surrounded her, both good and bad. Though she realized that forever was still a mystery, today, this day was a time to live, to love and to laugh. It was a day to be thankful for the gift of the present and to dwell in His love and fullness of joy.

FOREVER 21 top & military jacket (similar)
ZARA pants
DOLCE VITA boots (similar)
LONGCHAMP bag

By Vannia Enriquez December 13, 2013 in All, Fashion, News

PRIM & PROPER WITH TAUDREY

Do you ever find yourself day dreaming? I do, I do!

This week, I had a really long 7-hour strategy meeting at work, and after about 5 hours of sitting in the same room my mind began to wander…

I started observing people in the room, looking out the window and playing with my necklace. Well, today’s wandering inspiration is just that, my necklace by Tiffany Ortiz, from TAudrey.

Tiffany, is a Miami native designer who established her dream in 2009, her very own jewelry line. TAudrey is designed for the multitasking “on the go” woman who dresses to the “t”. Her adorable personalized line shows timeless elegance, with a playful nature.

A few weeks back, I receive a fun little package in the mail with my very own twitter handle name plate, and I couldn’t wait to share it with my readers.

So here’s how I styled today’s prim & proper work-day look with some personalized flair.

CYNTHIA ROWLEY top
VINTAGE skirt
TORY BURCH flats
MICHAEL KORS purse
TAUDREY necklaces (c/o)
FUROR MODA sunnies
EMI JAY hairtie

Wondering how to get your hands on this adorable collection?

Visit shop.taudrey.com for a special 15% off your entire purchase, enter the code flairmiami to buy that special gift you’ve been waiting for. Enjoy!

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Esta semana, tuve una reunión en el trabajo que estaba super larga, duro casi 7 horas. Después de 5 horas de estar sentada en la misma silla mi mente comenzó a soñar…

Comencé a observar a la gente en la sala, a mirar afuera por la ventana, y estaba totalmente distraida jugando con mi collar. Pues por esa razon, la inspiración de hoy es Tiffany Ortiz, de TAudrey .

Tiffany, es un diseñadora nacida en Miami quien estableció su sueño en 2009 , su propia línea de joyería . TAudrey fue diseñada para las mujeres ocupadas pero con mucho estilo. Su línea personalizada muestra una elegancia atemporal, con un carácter lúdico.

Hace unas semanas, recibí un pequeño paquete en el correo con mi propio nombre de Twitter y no podía esperar para compartirlo con ustedes.

Así que aquí tienen my adecuada look para un dia el trabajo con estilo personalizado.

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