Things and times have changed. For me it’s important to be honest. Honesty comes with a cost though, so to grab some future opportunities I have to let something go and that something is blogging.

So as I embark on another part of my journey, I want to say thank you for all the good times we’ve shared. I will always be just an email away yanique (at) toocutemagazine.com

I’m no longer a single girl running around New York, I’ve moved to Paris, become a wife and a mother. My personal and professional life has become more demanding and exciting. So it’s hard to write about the things I used to write about with such passion, as that’s not the person I am anymore.

I’ve grown, and with growth comes change. Who knows I might even start to blog again, but it would be more about the new me.

I’m starting a new chapter. Will keep you all posted as the pages unfold!

I love you all, even those of you who just stumbled upon my blog.

to be continued…

Yesterday at her men’s fashion show for Versace,  Donatella wore one of the pieces, a body hugging leather studded dress down the catwalk to a crowd of clapping and ecstatic front-rowers. “Very sexy” she says.

The collection is set to hit stores Novemeber 17th. Promises to be Glamour and Rock’n Roll.

What do you guys think?

Summer is officially here, and even though we might not be ready to ditch our beloved ankle boots,  pointy toe heels and flat espadrilles we’re finding that with the assortment of colors everywhere its easy to find a nice, cute, cheap  yet chic pair of wedges from some of our favorite brands and online retailers.

PROMISE = These Island Yellow shoes is a 5 1/2 inch espadrille wedge with yellow straps and a tan woven upper. $49.99

TOPSHOP= These super comfy Wyatt Print Peep Espadrilles are the perfect wear-all day sandals because of the low heel height. 3 inches to be exact. Was £50.00 Now £30.00

ASOS = Even those these ASOS Pansy Mary Jane Platforms With Raffia Wedge Heel are 5 inches high, don’t be fooled, the fact that its a wedge makes walking super comfortable. Can go well with an all white ensemble. NOW $53.44

RIVER ISLAND = It’s like a floral bouquet to your feet.
super high. super colorful and looks super chic.
blue floral print canvas platform wedge sandals.
Upper Canvas, Sole Plastic. £69.99

JEFFERY CAMPBELL = If you’re into something really psychedelic then these pair of Jeffrey Campbell
Zag Platform Wedge – Desert Stripe are right up your alley.  $175.00

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Like many brands of that era, only few survived without interruption to this day. They’ve became more known for their perfume “Ma Griffe” and for working with airline companies to make their uniforms in the 1970s (Air France).

Following in the footsteps of brands like Chacharel, Carven has made a triumphant fashion come back since 2009 headed by (ex- Givency Paul Ka), Guillaume Henry at its helm.

I for one, am very excited with what Guillaume has done so far and hunger to see what he has in store for the seasons to come! He seems very much in touch with todays women, what we like and also the realities of our financial expectations.

Look at what he had to say to Vogue UK about the line “I wanted to create a look that was less evening, less cocktail, more girl next door; that’s the girl I know,” … ”Some designers create and imagine a woman, a customer, and that’s great – but it’s not for me. I design for the owner’s wife, my mother, my friends; someone going to work, with children, going out at night – women I know.”

Making clothes that’s accessible with a touch of luxury is definitely up my alley, and I’m sure you’ll

love it too.

Paris Store Address:
Boutique Carven
34 rue Saint Sulpice
Paris, France
Tel: +33 (0)1 43 54 78 72

One vintage place that I still consider a hidden gem, is Guerrisol Paris. It’s one of my best places to shop for thrift and vintage in Paris because its the only thrift store that doesn’t give a damn about carrying what’s in style or even trendy.

They just hang what they want, and you can leave with a bag of clothes for under 30 Euros!

I went to the one at Place de Clichy last week, and walked away with three blazers and a pair of pants. The blazers were 3 Euros each! Much cheaper than anything I  buy in Freep Star in the Marais ( unless you have the patience to dig through the 1 euro bill bin thats upstairs in the badly lit tiny cluster).

Be aware, because this is more of a Thrift shop rather than Vintage shop, don’t expect the selection to be pre-scanned for your shopping pleasure.

So you’ll occasionally see the “who in da heck would buy that!?” item here and there. But whatever, don’t judge, get what you want and move on. I’ve yet to be disappointed.

These Raphael Young boots are on sale !

Was $1,025   Now $512.50 on Net A Porter.

Remember yesterday when I tweeted about Raphael Young? I was serious about the talent I’ve seen in his designs. Look out for more info to come along with a video from this french brand.

This morning I ordered a small folding table to replace my present humongous work desk, it easily gets filled with crap. A smaller table will take up less space in our tiny apartment and I’ll be forced to be more organized.

Key office redecorations tips: fill your office space with things you love. So true! There nothing more inspiring than being surrounded with things that inspire you when you look up from your computer screen. And plants, flowers, anything that grows.

I’m still trying to convince the hubby to let us use one of our walls as a blackboard like they’ve done here.  For now the door to the hallway will have to do.

Tartans, florals, leather, biker, clean cut , minimalist, with a 60s vibe.

I just got this in an email today from the Paris press team, but I had to share right away. Je suis completement accro a H&M.

Stay tuned for my more in-depth review to come this week. I’m already dying for the off white women’s coat, the brown biker jacket and a few items like sneakers and accessories from the men’s department too!

If you’re in Paris remember there are many H&M locations here centrally located:

H&M Forum des Halles

H&M 88 Rue de Rivoli and 120 Rue de Rivoli in walking distance from each other

H&M 88 Avenue des Champs Elysées

If you’re plus sized or have a fuller figure a denim shirt dress, halter top, or a full mini are perfect for accentuating your features.

I love this shirt dress version from Torrid.com

If you’re working with a tight budget and want something on the cheap, you can always save money by shopping at Forever21. It’s only $25.