Here’s a little photo diary of my “Taste of Panama” during the #NietosTrip.
It’s Mulco Time
What is a woman’s greatest accessory? Her jewelry of course. And one important piece of jewelry that not only women wear, but also men – their watch.
During Miami Swim Week at the Escape Miami 2 Event, I met a representative from Mulco Watches, and when she showed me a few watches from their new collection, I immediately fell in love. Which one was my personal favorite? The white one from their new LUSH Collection. This collection was completely inspired by different animal species. The specie I picked was the fish collection.
For all of you that follow me on Instagram, you know that the past week I was in Panama for a family vacation with my grandfather, my brother and my three cousins. The week consisted of bonding time, exploring the city, eating at delicious places and being adventurous in the beaches and the islands. My LUSH Fish Mulco Watch was the perfect fit for the week.
Oh yeah! Remember how I said it was the perfect fit for men as well? Look at how my brother sported his new graduation present! The Illusion Lincoln in Brown.
Want to have your own Mulco Time? Click here and join in on the adventure!
AERO NOW
Are you who you were a year ago? This is the driving force of Aeropostale’s Back to School campaign. They’ve realized that when our likes and dislikes are changing as quickly as our nail colors, they need to change too. In the words of Aero itself: “You’ve changed, so we’ve changed.”
Thanks to the invite from Her Campus and Aeropostale Headquarters, I got the chance to go to the AERO NOW launch at Dadeland Mall. The new look of AERO NOW is an edgier, older look for the older teens. The store was packed and everyone was raving about the new line and the new jewelry!
What else was a hit at the Aero Now Launch Party? Bethany Mota’s new line, of course! 18-year-old Bethany Mota, or MacBarbie07 as she is known on YouTube, has released her new Fall collection as well as her first perfume just in time for the Back-To-School season.
With all her cool pieces, she reminds us how we are the NOW generation.
You Only Live Once
Today being the first day of the month, I am going to write about something that I hope will give everyone a little inspiration.
I know a lot of people will read this as they pause to take a filtered selfie to upload to all forms of social media with fingers crossed, hoping that it’ll break triple digits for likes.
I also know I’m one of those people.I also know that before any of these pictures are posted, we have picked the perfect filter on camera + and we’ve come up with the most clever hashtags. If the picture involves drinking, clubbing, is on a Tuesday night when you have work the next day at 8 AM, is past primetime hours or basically anything that shows you are 100% living your life to the fullest, the hashtag that is at the end of your caption is most definitely #YOLO.
YOLO A.K.A You only live once. The only time it comes up is in the midst of doing actions you know you will not be re-hashing to your parents. No one ever says YOLO while doing responsible tasks, such as going to the dentist or staying overtime at work. “Getting my teeth cleaned because YOLO.”
Nope. It doesn’t work like that.
But does YOLO really justify all the stuff we know we shouldn’t be doing? You only live once does not mean mess up the only life you have. It means that we do only have ONE life, so why not make it the most amazing life. Go after your dreams. Accomplish your goals. Travel the world. Do everything you can to fulfill your life. No regrets.
The difference as I understand it, between the concept of YOLO as we all know it, and the interpretation of YOLO as we should know it, is that instead of making excuses we should all be out there actually living our only life to it’s full potential.
And I promise from now on, if I have #YOLO in any of my posts, it will be because whatever I am doing or wherever I am in the picture is something that I’m proud of.
Okay, I’m done with the inspiration. Oprah can have her job back!
Into the Blue
So as the summer days in Miami keep getting hotter and hotter, and humid and hotter… we took a little weekend getaway to our favorite island destination. I’m sure you can all guess where by now – Bimini!
Boat. Bikinis. Blue, crystal-clear water. Breeze. Bahama Mamas. Joe’s Conch. Edith’s Pizza.
All the usual Summer suspects, but this time, I added two new Bimini essential’s to the list… my new Italian Independent Sunnies & my new adorb Playacar Kichu Wrap! We know it’s ALWAYS bikini season (or it’s so hot you wish you were in a bikini) here in Miami, so when the mastermind behind Kichu wraps, Kristine, sent me my own – I was in heaven. Not only can you wear it as a cover-up, but you can also wear it over something else for a night out! Can you say genius? And as for my blue-mirror sunnies, we all know we can’t get enough of this trend. Oversized, mirrored, blue and waterproof …also known as perfect.
Healthy On the Go!
Although it’s easy to be healthy in your kitchen, we all know it can be hard when going out! Restaurants and Quick Stops always get you with their fattening but OH-SO-DELICIOUS options. But we have found your restaurant that can give you the same deliciousness BUT- with half the calories!!!
The Last Carrot in Coconut Grove is an all organic and clean-eating restaurant that is perfect for any meal! They have sandwiches, pitas, salads & smoothies! Try it with us & let us know what you think!
What do we recommend? The Whole Wheat Tuna Salad Pita (picture is up on top)
Xo,
The City Slicker & That Healthy Girll
Blushin’ & Bloggin’
Miami Swim Week 2014
Party in the city where the heat is on. Welcome to Miami! (SING IT)
Miami Swim Week 2014 just wrapped up, and I absolutely melted over all the looks that heated up the runway. It was a crazy, busy week, but one that was definitely for the books! I saw the most amazing designs, met incredible people and got to see all the hottest swim trends that are coming to the public very soon!
If you haven’t already, make sure you go take a look at the newest tab on the blog – Caught On Camera where just launched my newest project The City Slicker TV. Here I will be creating videos from all the events I attend and with all of my interviews! There’s tons of things that were #CaughtOnCamera that you definitely don’t want to miss!
Just to give you a little preview, here are the HOTTEST things I saw at Miami Swim Week 2014!
#MiamiSwimWeek events YOU can attend!
Who: MIAMI Magazine
What: SPLASHION
Why: MIAMI magazine will host its 6th annual SPLASHION soiree highlighted with a special performance by top charting artists, Nico & Vinz at the historic Fillmore Miami Beach. As an unofficial kick-off to the upcoming swim week festivities, the event will include a six-line fashion show.
When: Wednesday, July 16 from 8 to 11 p.m.
Where: Fillmore Miami Beach, 1700 Washington Ave, Miami Beach
Ticket Info: splashion2014.eventbrite.com
What: FUNKSHION
Why: Now in its 27th season, FUNKSHION fuses music and fashion like no other.
When: Wednesday, July 16 to Saturday, July 19th.
Where: SLS Hotel, 1701 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
RSVP: Complimentary, just visit funkshionfw.eventbrite.com
Who: Peroni Italy What: Peroni Italy’s 2014 Emerging Designer Series Miami Swim Week
Why: Think Project Runway where the winner is crowned as Peroni’s 3rd Annual Emerging Designer Series champ and will be awarded a trip to New York Fashion Week as well as a complete runway production showcasing their full line at Swim Week 2015 in Miami.
When: Wednesday, July 16 at 8 p.m.
Where: SLS South Beach, 1701 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
RSVP: Email peronistyle@thisismission.com
Who: Allure Magazine
What: Allure Lounge at Hyde Beach at SLS South Beach
Why: Freshen up between the shows and soirees with express manicures, dry styling, eyebrow shaping and more — plus exclusive gift bags.
When: Friday, July 18 through Sunday, July 20 from 12 to 5 p.m.
Where: Hyde Beach at the SLS South Beach, 1701 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
RSVP: Not necessary
Who: Brazilian Association of Fashion Designers (ABEST), the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (Apex-Brasil) and the Brazilian Textile and Apparel Industry Association (ABIT)
What: The three Brazilian groups will host the Fashion Beyond Summer Pop-Up
Why: ABEST, Apex and ABIT will take over the exclusive Soho Beach House to showcase Brazil’s top designs and latest looks on the playa.
When: Friday, July 18 to Monday, July 21 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Soho Beach House, 4385 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
RSVP: Email rsvp@tropicshowroom.com
Who: Grey Goose Vodka and Style Saves
What: Grey Goose presents Style Saves at Soho Beach House
Why: Now in its third year, this can’t-miss show with a feel-good factor will boast designs by Trina Turk, Kai Lani and Del Toro.
When: Friday, July 18 at 9 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Where: Soho Beach House, 4385 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
RSVP: Tickets cost $125 each and can be purchased online here
Who: INTERMIX
What: Pop-Up Shop at Delano South Beach
Why: Shop summer’s must-have styles (with a portion of proceeds benefitting Style Saves), score funky nail art compliments of Vanity Projects NYC and relish complimentary sips.
When: Saturday, July 19 from 1 to 4 p.m. Where: Delano South Beach
RSVP: Email events@intermixny.com
Who: WILDFOX
What: A pool party and trunkshow with the off-beat brand at Boulan Hotel’s rooftop pool.
Why: Enjoy complimentary cocktails, bites and surprises while shopping the trunk show. Oh, and a surprise guest will make a grand appearance, too.
When: Saturday, July 19 from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Boulan Hotel, 2000 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
RSVP: Email wildfox@ooandco.com
Who: National Hotel Miami Beach, Peroni & Annie Vazquez
What: Escape Miami Style Lounge
Why: The fashion and beauty retreat returns with a 3 p.m. poolside fashion show, complimentary cocktails and bites, spa and beauty treatments, such as haircuts and beard trims for the guys and mini manicures and beach waves for the gals.
When: Saturday, July 19 from noon to 5 p.m.
Where: National Hotel Miami Beach, 1677 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
RSVP: Free and online here
Who: Riviera Hotel, swim designers and LIQS
What: Ready, Set, Swim
Why: Watch as bikini-clad models walk the pool-top runway at this 3rd annual cocktail party and fashion show at the Bamboo Garden pool of the Riviera Hotel. Guests of age can stay cool with complimentary LIQS cocktail shots, too.
When: Saturday, July 19 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: Riviera Hotel, 318 20th Street, Building One, Miami Beach
RSVP: Email rsvp@theriviereagency.com
Who: SwimShow 2014 and PeclersParis
What: Spring/Summer 2016 Colors & Influences Seminar presented by PeclersParis
Why: As one of the few open-to-the-public events at SwimShow, PeclersParis, the leading trend, style, and innovation consulting agency, will decipher the key influences for Spring/Summer 2016 and translates them into creative scenarios in this seminar.
When: Saturday, July 19 at 12:30 and Monday, July 21 at 11 a.m.
Where: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Miami Beach
RSVP: Email seminar@feinbergpr.com
Who: The Standard Spa & Orlebar Brown
What: A lazy Sunday barbeque
Why: Join the tailored swimwear line as it kicks back and relaxes at the Zen-sational property. Relish a good ol’ fashioned bbq and a whole lot of doing nothing at all.
When: Sunday, July 20th from 3 to 8 p.m.
Where: The Standard Spa, 40 Island Ave., Miami Beach
RSVP: Email lazysunday@standardhotel.com
World Cup 2014
Univision is the only network that covers the World Cup in Spanish, so the last couple of weeks have been crazy for me at work! Starting off with 32 teams in June, to the final game this Sunday, FIFA World Cup 2014 was out of this world! While each team has it’s own fans and traditions, Peace Love World made shirts that made every team have at least one thing in common!
Team Slick sported our shirts on the day of finals! It was a sad day though since Argentina lost… but hey – there’s always 2018 right?!
Peace Love World makes shirts like these for every idea possible! Plus, they’re worldwide!
Who Knows.. maybe there will be an “I AM CITY SLICKER” shirt in the future (;
Here are a few pictures of things I did these last couple of weeks! All things #LaCopaMundial
Recognize this blonde superstar?!