FIORUCCI

  Other than getting an outfit shoot in, more importantly todays agenda included searching for the perfect pasta dish! I happened to find a delicious vegan pasta with vegetables option paired with a Italian mojito!

  Since moving to Italy, I have been amazed at the amount of different shooting locations there are. Every corner is different and so unique, perfect backdrops for outfit pics! Being in Italy, I thought it was only right to sport one of my favorite Italian designers, Fiorucci! Dating back in time to 1967 FIorucci was first founded in Milan, Italy. One of the first designers of the area to become known for London and American classics, Jeans, T-shirts and Sweatshirts like the one I am wearing! Their clothing is so effortlessly chic and not to mention so soft and comfortable! I paired the cropped sweater with my favorite I.AM.GIA pants that literally go with everything. I also decided to break out a pair of my favorite booties that haven't got much use while I've been here. The roads here are practically all cobble stone which doesn't typically go well with a bold heel lol. 

 Hope everyone has a good week!!

XO, Jordan

  Shop the look:

 - Fiorucci crop sweatshirt

  - Lack of Colors hat 

  - I.AM.GIA Cobain pants

  - Tony Bianco booties

NETWORKING 101

Lazy days in bed always get me thinking.. and today happened to be about networking.  Networking is not only exchanging information from one business person to another but it more importantly opens doors for you that you may of never come across in your daily routine. In this post I'm going to break down the pros of networking, properly presenting yourself through social media and how business cards will change your life.

First... lets start with the PROS: 
- Generates exposure for you and your business or personal brand
- Can lead to down the line business partners or collaborations with brands 
- Become recognized and influential in your industry
- Helps form and maintain a strong contact base 
- Meeting like minded people in the industry who you could potentially collaborate with or just support each others vision 
- Learning tips from people who have experience in the industry  

TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL NETWORKING WITH BUSINESS CARDS:

1. Never leave home without them.
 I won't lie... this is where I struggle. I always try to keep a few in my wallet or at least I always think they are there but when I go looking to give them out they are suddenly missing! You never know who you will run into on the streets so to be safe always keep a few on you at all times. 

2. Sell yourself right.
 You may be excited when they first come in and want to hand them out to everyone you see, which is understandable. Stop yourself and pick the right people to hand them out to, people who could provide connections for you or someone who is genuinely interested in checking your website or business out. 

3. Returning the favor.
  Making connections with someone is a two way agreement. They help you out, and in return you try your best to help them out as well. Always remember to ask if the person you are connecting with has a card as well. If not, get information about their business endeavors. 

4. Choosing the right design for your business card.
  Keep it simple, clean and appealing to the eye. For a blogger I think the most important pieces to include are on one side a picture or two of your work so people are able to see what you look like, how you present yourself and so they can grasp your style. On the other side obviously the most important thing is the name you brand yourself with and below your social media handles, email and website. 

  Including social media is definitely important but if it is not up to date with your website I wouldn't include it. You should make sure both your website and social media outlets are coherent with each other so the person looking at them can easily see that you are serious about your work and keep up to date with creating content. 

 Overall, networking can only better your career. It leads to new opportunities, connections, success and building business relationships which will all only help you in the long run. I purchased my first batch of 300 at Zazzle. This website was extremely easy to navigate and gives you the freedom to design your cards exactly how you want them.

GOLDEN HOUR ROOF CHRONICLES

  As I'm sure you are all aware... animal print is in high demand this season and when I found this Cupcakes & Cashmere faux fur jacket I knew I couldn't pass it up! Since the jacket is long enough I wore it as a dress with my blush Off White industrial belt around the waist and Stuart Weitzman black knee highs on my feet.

  For this shoot I had a little bit more fun in finding a location. For my fashion photography class we had an assignment of coming up with editorial shots, so my friend who is amazing with the camera (@s.a.n.t.i) came up with these amazing shots! This class is really something I enjoy because not only is my teacher the head photographer for Vivienne Westwood and has also worked with icons like Marc Jacobs and Victoria Beckham. It is also is a class that I am excited to learn about because it will be beneficial for me in taking my blog to the next level once I am able to apply all of the tricks and tips I am learning about the camera and shoots.

Shop the look: 
- Same brand (similar jacket)
- Thin retro sunnies

I hope you all find some fall inspiration from this outfit! 

Xo, Jordan

 

POP OF COLOR

  In between visiting museums today I ran home to grab an outfit I have been wanting to shoot and went on a hunt for the perfect location. I stumbled upon this cool street art graffiti that I thought matched well with my jacket!

  This Opening Ceremony jacket is my new obsession. I love track jackets and when I found this one with this unique blue and yellow color combo, I knew I needed to get it. I was able to find it on sale for a good price from Nordstrom. Unfortunately it is currently available from Nordstrom.

  Another thing that I have been into recently is the whole biker short wave. I got a pair for cheap from Fashion Nova that fit perfectly and feel so comfortable on. They are perfect for walking around Italy all day long! Since it has been so hot here, I decided to pair the biker shorts with a black sports bra under the jacket.

 On another note, I can't believe I started this blog one year ago this month! Fashion blogging has been a creative outlet for me. It allows me to test boundaries, innovate new looks and always keeps me on my A game for coming up with visually creative ideas for shoots, creating images that tell a story without using words. I can't wait to see what the future with fashion blogging holds for me and hope you all have enjoyed following along so far!!

Xo, Jordan