Fun and Funner

These Jeremy Scott glasses made my day so fun that I had to take a picture, text people about it and blog about it... but,

Can you blame me?

Outfit for Thurs, March 4, 2011

Crochet short sleeve crop top : Forever 21 $20

Black open cardigan: Express $15

Cognac Boots: Steve Madden $50 @ Marshalls

Black knit onesie: American Apparel $38

Assorted bangles: Given as gift from my auntie

Enid P.

I need shoes for...

I need shoes for the dress below to wear to a wedding. What shoes should I buy? I never bought shoes for this dress and I have worn it only once before even though I absolutely love the dress. The mid section is not transparent even though the image makes it seem that way.

I'm contemplating one of these shoes but am not committed to them. I want the shoes to be wearable with other outfits as well.

The accessory that I will be wearing.

Please, please, please (please 3X) let me know what you think? let me get your suggestions..
Feel free to email me enidperalta@gmail.com
Enid P.

how-to (styling) BLAZERS AND LEGGINGS LUCKY MAG

Now that Fall, my favorite season of the year is here I'm excited about wearing blazers. I'm even more excited about wearing my blazers with leggings and still looking stylish and comfortable on (let's face it!! ;) a show string budget. Here are the set rules, set by Lucky Mag, my style bible.

putting it together:

• A structured blazer—shrunken enough to keep the overall silhouette streamlined—elevates typically casual legwear to a whole new level of sophistication.


• We like full-length (as opposed to cropped) leggings in matte black to give the effect of a skinny pant in an even sexier, more curve-hugging way.


• To bridge the gap between the lean bottom and the angular top, layer on looser pieces, like a lightweight sweater or silky shirt. They should be long enough to fall prettily over the waistband and give a little coverage to your waist and hips.


• High-heeled ankle boots complement the look's tough-chic blend.

Styling Info provided by Lucky magazine How-to-styling

Enid P.

The Urban Sailor

In my hangings around New York City I found an urban sailor. I never thought that a sailor outfit could look any different than what we see during fleet week.But, It can definitely be done. The urban sailor wore a seersucker trouser with a vintage hat that projects a chill, nonchalant, relaxed aura that clearly states it's not too hot for a hat today. He paired it up with a white cotton simple v-neck (reminiscent of Michael Jackson type) t-shirts topped off with what in my opinion are "fly" kicks.

What worked for the urban sailor is that he took a slight risk when he decided to fold up his trouser cuff mainly because he appears extremely confident with what he's wearing and more importantly in his own skin.

P.S. Can you tell I have a shoe fetish?

Enid P. "Dare to Dream"

The Philly Roots Picnic

On a beautiful day like June 6th, 2009 on Penns Landing in Philadelphia I experienced an awesome vibe. It was The 2nd Annual Roots Picnic. Through the lens I had the opportunity to realize that Philadelphia is a real artsy town and I really love it. Below is a glimpse of the images that my fashion eye caught.

The TOP 3 Outfits in order of importance.... Start checking out the footwear, seriously!

They looked sexy, cute, and edgy while still very comfortable.

This is couple looked eclectic and fun. Honestly, they look like people that I would love to party with!!

Clueless in Penns Landing, yet with the right amount of unique.

Kicks were the staple... The funkier the kooler, the funkier the better, and the more I looked the more impressed I was.

ME, I just wore my limited edition Nike dunks, that I bought last Summer.

And in this grass-less picnic, sneakers were the better option, because if you wore sandals you could risk having your feet looking like this. What would Tory Burch say??

The men had their uniforms, cargo shorts (preferably army fatigue cargo shorts), tees, and kicks.

Santigold and her dancer.

I totally understand why her dancer has a gold jacket on...Santigold....get it??

But, till this day I am asking myself why does a young, female, sexy, beautiful, and talented artist like Santigold look like she's wearing a onesie?

I'm here to say (and I'm talking directly to Santigold), I get it Santigold. I get you. I know you are different and you are unique. I can hear it in your music. We need to have that translate into your wardrobe so that it matches your presence.

Other delicious sights around the picnic.

Believe it or Not, A Gap T-Shirt (if women rode Dinosaurs)

My friend Karina brought this ring from her recent travels to Brazil. She said "I bought this ring in every color, they were mad cheap".... I'm thinking, where's mine?? I love you Karina!!

"Dare to Dream" Enid P.

Wedges & Skinny Jeans

Wedge Sandals

Some people don't think that wedges are sexy.  I happen to think they are great and that yes sometimes they are clunky but other times they look very sexy. 

Just look at the buckle on that ankle.... I think it looks dominatrix and sexy to the core.

Another thing that I like about wedges is that they are great for boardwalks.  This means that if you know you are headed to a beach an they have a possibility of a boardwalk then you definitely wanna bring those wedges for a stroll on the boardwalk...and don't forget your sarong.

If you are going to a barbecue and you know you are going to be on grass, then bring on those wedges and you will never have to worry about your heels digging into the grass or your heel being scuffed on a wooden deck.  I know it sounds ridiculous, but I have been there more times than I will admit on allabout-style.com.  I always have a pair of flip flops with me in the Summer, but why not heels.

Colored Skinny Jeans

One thing that I will add to my wedge look this Summer is Colored Skinny Jeans.  They look like fun.  I bought a grey pair and I can't stop wearing them.  I know it's not the same but  they makes me feel like they got me ready to take that leap into colored skinny jeans.

Enid P. "Dare to Dream"

Sophistix.net

I've found a great retailer that is young and fun.  Sophistix.netI loved this Star trek-ish inspired dress.  It's comfortable, cute, and sexy, with a flair of elegance.  I tend to be the person that always needs a cinched waist.  But, not with this dress.  

Below is the way I put the dress to go to my friends bridal shower this past weekend, April 18th on a beautiful 70 degrees NYC Spring Saturday.

And this top caught my attention for its country appeal but I ended wearing it to a New York Yankees baseball game.  It's a cute and simple outfit for a ball game and I was inline with the team colors, so double score.

The best part of Sophistix was that even though the fit on the website was not exactly the same as the way they fit me, the clothing fit me very well.

or maybe you guys decide....

"Dare to Dream" Enid P.

My outfit today/ Chanel or Fendi??

Walking around NYC in this nice weather 45 to 50 degrees makes me want to look pretty with that sophisticated flair.  This is why, I'm thinking of neutral colors that will keep it simple but with great shapes.

Asymmetrical blouse

Calvin Klein Coat

Stuart Weitzman boots

Here is the difficult question, Chanel or Gucci??  What would you do?

Enid P. "Dare to Dream"

A simple outfit...

A simple outfit can always get its seasoning from its accessories. The outfit shown above is exactly how I'm dressing these days. It's very simple to the point and effective. One of the benefits of this simplicity is that I get dressed really fast.

A top it off with colorful accessories, a Melie Bianco Tote and slouchy boots and out I go.

Another colorful Melie Bianco Tote

Don't be afraid to match brown and black. It really makes a statement. I love this combination!!

Enid P. "Dare to Dream"

Look of the Day!!

This is my look of the day. I am waiting for the Fall desperately and this is my way of saying....I'm still in love with you Autumn and I think I'm falling for you.

And to complete my outfit I just wish that you would grant me this one wish... A Louis Vuitton Trevi.

Enid P. "Autumn Dreaming"

Dresses everywhere....

Dresses are everywhere this Summer and are worn on every occasion and to every place imaginable. You can wear a dress to work, to school, dinner, the park, brunch with friends, and even partying, ...the list goes on and on.

The best part about this Summer dress trend is that a variety of different shapes are in style.

Take for example this baby doll dress that I saw at my brothers' High School graduation. I think it's the perfect dress for a Saturday morning event.

It has a beautiful flowery Summer print, an empire waist that she paired with white wedges and a white clutch. It's simple and cute, because no fussiness is needed during these hot summer days.

ENID P. "Dare to Dream"

Casual work attire

I selected this outfit to go to work last week.

It's a very simple gray dress and instead of pairing it with a cami for coverage. I paired it with a boat-neck top with 3 quarter sleeves. I completed this outfit with my gap wedges and jewelry from Jewelry Television (Ring, Bracelet and necklace).

Dress: Anthropologie, $60.00.

Top: H&M, $20.00.

Shoes: The Gap, $ 50.00.

Jewelry: JTV, Ring, Bracelet, Necklace.

ENID P. "Dare to Dream"

Shoes make a difference...

As much as I love clothes, for me what makes a difference in my outfits are the accessories. Primarily, my shoes and my bag and then the jewelry.
The pictures I have attached were taken during my vacation. They are a perfect example of how I turned an outfit from a stroll in the park, or a shopping in the supermarket outfit to a dinner, movies, or partying outfit just by changing my shoes.

P.S. Notice the Gap shoes. I kept both.

ENID P. "Dare To Dream"