Band of Gypsies

Band of Gypsies is one of my favorite lifestyle brands! This beautiful women's fashion label epitomizes the free spirit attitude associated with wanderlust, nature, and the nomadic lifestyle.  Many of the vintage-inspired silhouettes are free-flowing and instantly make me feel like a gypsy queen!  The carefree and romantic vibe to their clothing is definitely my style!  I simply love seeing the diverse cultural influences in so many of their eclectic prints!

I paired one of their maxi skirts with a simple pullover, and Kim looks amazing in the Band of Gypsies maxi kimono!  I love all of their pieces because they include unique, bohemian prints which are so fun and easy to wear.  I had another amazing time getting behind the camera to take photos of my close friend Kim!  We headed to the beach, as I am forever inspired by the Sea...there is nothing better than spending the day at your favorite spot, with those close to your heart!  

Photos by: Michelle Cardona, Edited by: Berlynn Photography

Easy Breezy Crochet Slip, Free People

Duster Kimono Jacket, Band of Gypsies, Similar here

Coin Necklace & Belt, lovestrength

Photos by: Berlynn Photography

Thunderbird Pullover, Billabong

Maxi Skirt, Band of Gypsies, from Urban Outfitters

Antalya Coin Collar Necklace, Child of Wild

 Mystic Gypsy Necklace (Worn as Wrap Bracelet), Victory Jewelry

 Concho Chain Belt, lovestrength

Stay tuned for more styling adventures, featuring Band of Gypsies!

Thank you for reading...keep shining!

~Michelle xo

Better Together

Sometimes the only thing that can lift a heavy heart, can be the most simple thing - hearing that perfect song.  There is nothing like escaping to your favorite spot, tuning everything out, and getting away from it all.  Yesterday, I was inspired by one of my favorite musicians, Jack Johnson.  I found myself singing along to his music and enjoying another beautiful Summer day under the trees. The combination of Jack Johnson's music and lyrics always lifts my spirits.  It seems like whenever I hear his voice, I am instantly transported back to Hawaii, and I somehow feel the cool breeze of the island trade winds.  

"Better Together"
 Jack Johnson

There is no combination of words I could put on the back of a postcard
No song that I could sing, but I can try for your heart
Our dreams, and they are made out of real things
Like a shoebox of photographs
With sepia-toned loving

Love is the answer
At least for most of the questions in my heart

Like why are we here? And where do we go?

And how come it's so hard?

It's not always easy and

Sometimes life can be deceiving

I'll tell you one thing

It's always better when we're together

Mmm, it's always better when we're together
Yeah, we'll look at the stars when we're together

Well, it's always better when we're together

Yeah, it's always better when we're together

And all of these moments

Just might find their way into my dreams tonight

But I know that they'll be gone

When the morning light sings

And brings new things

For tomorrow night you see

That they'll be gone too

Too many things I have to do
But if all of these dreams might find their way

Into my day to day scene

I'd be under the impression

I was somewhere in between

With only two

Just me and you

Not so many things we got to do

Or places we got to be

We'll sit beneath the mango tree now

Mmm, it's always better when we're together

Yeah, we'll look at the stars when we're together

Well, it's always better when we're together

Yeah, it's always better when we're together

I believe in memories

They look so, so pretty when I sleep

Hey now, and when I wake up

You look so pretty sleeping next to me

But there is not enough time

And there is no, no song I could sing

And there is no combination of words I could say

But I will still tell you one thing

We're better together.

Photography by: Alexander J. Martinez

Desert Wanderer Tassel Kimono (Sunset) by Spell & the Gypsy Collective

Sold Out and Unavailable on Spell's website, however currently available at Rica Boutique

Voile & Lace Trapeze Slip (Tea), Free People

Dreamweaver Crossbody Bag by Spell, from Free People

Galloon Lace Halter Bra, Free People

Waning Circles Pendant, Free People

Handmade Bracelets by Her Dream

The Savannah Hat by Seven Seas, from 1 Vintage Soul

Handmade Feather Necklace, from 1 Vintage Soul

I hope...

I hope something makes you laugh uncontrollably today.

I hope somebody makes you smile until your cheeks hurt.

I hope you feel incredibly beautiful and capable of accomplishing anything.

I hope you feel unstoppably happy and full of life.

I hope you begin to see what I see and I hope you don't stop believing.

So if by chance your smile begins to fade,

I hope you remember how much you deserve pure joy

And, if only for a moment,

I hope your spirit dances with excitement for the future.

~Rob Hill Sr.

All Photos by: Berlynn Photography

Paisley Sioux Top by Lenni the Label

White Denim Shorts by American Eagle 

Antalya Coin Collar Necklace from Child of Wild

Phoenix Concho Belt by lovestrength

Thank you for reading...keep shining.

~Michelle xo