Memo 179: Paris Is Always a Good Idea

To: All

From: Me

Date: April 15, 2015

Subject: The Layover Visit

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11 Hour Layover in Paris? Why not.

Note to self: Check the weather, first. Again, CHECK THE WEATHER. Where I was coming from (Arizona) and where I was going (Johannesburg, South Africa) the weather was perfection featuring sunshine with temps in 70s and 80s. However, my dear sweet Paris was on it's own program with 50 degrees accompanied by temperamental and sporadic gusts of wind. Why Jesus?

Sipping on expresso at La Coincidence

But the show must go on. For the first stop, we went to meet my friend at her beau's restaurants, La Coincidence at 15 Rue Mesnil. Who am I?! I have a friend who with a boo that owns a restaurant in Paris #WhatIsMyLifeAbout.

My friend with the boo who owns the restaurant. I like to capture the more candid moments #ShesProbablyGoingToKillMe 

The next stop was to Colette Paris. I don't shop here, I just dream, wish, hope and pray here. I call it the Urban Outfitters elevated to the 2nd power. I visit Colette to window show and toss pennies into the air and make wishes upon my favorite pieces. 

The Mannequin Parade at Colette

These shoes are for the boys but I can get them in my size #JustSaying

Get The Look:

H&M Cargo Jacket - Sold here

Zara Dress - No Longer Available

Ecote Hat - Similar here

Jeffrey Campbell Gladiator Sandals - Sold here and here

Halston Heritage Bag - Similar here

Necklace - Similar here

Cuffs - Similar here

Memo 001: Bienvenue!

To: All 
From: Me
Date: October 30, 2012
Subject: Welcome to The Werk! Place
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The Werk! Place is where high end meets low end and a little in between.  As a self-proclaimed mix master, my key strengths are combining patterns, colors and various textures. My style can range from mixed print maven to classic funk cutie.

I created The Werk! Place as an avenue to express myself through my clothes. One of my favorite quotes and one that I live by is: “Your body is a werk of art. Dress to be on display.” I've added "Why would you walk out of the house any other way?"

My goal is to inspire you to wake up every morning and at least try; Try to be better, try to be smarter, and try to look your very best!

"Ain't nobody fresher than my clique!"
Fauxtography Credit: Soley Gonzales

Sunglasses: Marni for H&M, Top: Sandro, Pants: H&M, Shoes: Zara, Earrings: Marni for H&M

Fauxtography Credit: Soley Gonzales

Shoes: Zara Pony Hair loafers