Valentina Solci

Summer Fit Hey loves, One of the best parts about summer is being able to wear barely any clothes and having it feel so natural because of the heat! I'll admit that, because of the year round summery weather we have in Miami, FL, my wardrobe pretty much stays consistent. However, as you all know, I have also lived in cities like New York City and Milano, where the climates do in fact change according to the season. Thus, this has allowed me to appreciate my mini skirts and cr

Tiger Val came out to play <3 Hello lovelies, I wanted to write this quick article sharing with you some images of my new favorite tiger print beach dress. It is the perfect dress for a casual setting but it can also be amplified for a more formal look if you were to add some accessories! The first time I wore it I literally went straight from the beach to a semi-formal seafood restaurant and, thanks to the dress, the look was pulled together. I would highly recommend for you

The orange nail color I wore for fall Hey lovelies, Fall is all about transition, getting cozy, and enjoying spiced treats! In Miami, we do not experience a typical fall season due to the tropical landscape. Therefore, I decided to get a little festive by painting my nails pumpkin orange. The color tone instantly brightened up my mood for the season and matched my fall themed home decor items, such as, my pumpkin spice candle! Painting your nails to match the season is defini

An Underwater Collection for the Bold and Optimistic Taken to an underwater dreamscape, the Versace Spring Summer 2021 collection inspires hope, optimism, and eternal beauty through its effervescent, extravagant garments. Led by a digital octopus named Churro, virtual attendees escape to Versacopolis, a utopian seabed settlement ruled by Versace’s iconic figure Medusa. Strong, confident women and men swim through the currents while wearing vibrant beachwear mixed with classic

The heel trend from this past summer and it’s projection into 2021 Dating back to ancient times, sandals and heels have played a unique role in the lives of women and men. In Ancient Egypt, the use of sandals were worn by everyday people for special events, while in Ancient Greece, strapped sandals were worn outdoors typically by athletes, hunters, and travelers. The origins of heels date back to 15th century Persia, where they were worn by soldiers to assist in securing them

Valentina Solci speaks to Store Manager Jennifer Guy on her rise to leadership, the state of the luxury fashion industry, and spreading wellness New York born and bred Store Manager, Jennifer Guy, knows a thing or two about ethical leadership and how to retain loyal clientele. Having graduated from the American University in 2005 with a Bachelor’s degree in International Studies and a minor in Business Administration, Guy, 37, has utilized her diverse academic and humble prof

Responding to the Pandemic and Preparing for the New Year with a Rise in Different Perspectives “The beauty of being a woman in 2020,” said Zozibini Tunzi, Miss Universe’s 2019 titleholder, originally from South Africa, “is that you can do whatever the hell you want and still look fabulous at it.” When speaking on NYFW: The Shows’ “Evolving Standard of Beauty” panel, hosted by Bozoma Saint John, the Chief Marketing Officer at Netflix, Tunzi, 27, recalls her navigation through

Converting nightwear to a night out look Hey there, A few months ago I purchased this Midnight Blue Silk Nightie and have been using it as a form of traditional sleepwear/nightwear. Recently, however, I was going out to dinner with a friend and was putting together a quick and simple look. Having been inspired by lace tank tops, I tied the waist portion of the garment into a knot in the back. In doing so, the garment instantly became a silk lace crop top so I paired it with m

Three looks to inspire your fall wardrobe Hey lovelies, Happy fall and cheers to rotating our wardrobe to accomodate to the season. I'll be honest and say that Miami doesn't have much of a typical "fall" climate but I still wanted to get in the mood and share three looks that can suit this season's wardrobe for you! 1) The Basic This look is inspired by simplicity and versatility so I stuck with plain colors which can be paired with any bottom of your interest. Bodysuit: Alo

Hello Fall! Hey everyone, New season, new start, new color scheme in our wardrobes! Fall is the perfect time to throw in those earthy tones and weasle our way into wintertime. I am sad to be away from the rich yellow and orange trees that align the NYC streets during this time of year, but, nevertheless, I am grateful to be spending time in the iconic miami heat. Miami has the pleasure of enduring summer year round so I won't be enjoying much of a traditional fall season as m

Doing Miami in Bikinis Hey lovelies, My fam and I spent the night at a local hotel recently, so of course I brought out some cute bikinis I had in my closet. As you can see from these pics, they were: pearl white, light pink tie dye, and dark green snakeskin. Hope you like the looks and are enjoying your summers! Love always and forever, Vale #staycation #swim #beachwear #fashion

School girl chic Hey darlings, I went to go get my hair trimmed recently and threw together this simple school girl inspired look. Here's the outfit breakdown: Diamond flower necklace: Sweet Peeps LA White crop top Plaid mini skirt: Brandy Melville White sneakers: Maje Nude handbag This outfit is super simple and cute. Are you still vibing with plaid mini skirts? Love always and forever, Vale #schoolgirl #clueless #outfit #ootd #fashion

Shine on Hey there, This is a throwback post to that time when Rashad and I were freezing just to take these shots! It was springtime in NYC and still very very cold. We worked through the pain and ended up getting some classic nighttime photos on the Brooklyn Bridge. To see more, click here. On a separate note, I discovered this lovely shiny mini dress with a coral base and multi-color glimmer. I paired these with my brown knee high boots. Let me know what you think of this

Midnight memories from the Brooklyn Bridge Hey darlings, I've been missing NYC lately since I've been away due to my initial study abroad plans and now COVID-19. Not really sure when I will feel safe to go back, but I will keep you posted. For now, though, I wanted to share with you these lovely photos Rashad and I took on the Brooklyn Bridge a little over a year ago. Such a nice memory!! Love always and forever, Vale All photos taken by: Rashad Heagle #photography #fashionph

Pretty in pink Hey lovelies, I am always on the hunt for locations with great photo opps. I wanted to share with you one spot in Miami that has always proven to be excellent for photos. The Miami Design District is a luxury shopping and lifestyle zone featuring high end fashion, furniture, and dining businesses. Additionally, the owner and developer, Craig Robbins, has exquisitely designed the exterior space in various artistic modes, which are open for public display. I high

Summertime is here! Hey everyone, In this article, I will be sharing with you 6 black owned swim brands that you can look into and start supporting. There are many black owned swim brands out there, but these are a few for those of you who are looking to discover more. In alliance with the current Black Lives Matter movement, alongside general minority groups, it is fundamental to support business and organizations ran by minorities. Outside of this, however, it is always gre

The one bikini everyone needs for summer Hey beauties, I wanted to reveal one bikini type that I feel is a must for your bikini wardrobe. Of course, this article pertains to people who actually prefer to wear bikinis more often than full pieces, but I hope you can all give it a shot. The Brazilian bikini is my all time favorite bikini type because it is cute and flirty, and great for tan lines. My skin naturally darkens very quickly so it is important that I wear a bikini tha

My birthday dinner party outfit: 07/07/2000 Ciao ciao, Last year, I began a tradition where I wear a sparkly mini dress with matching heels the night of my birthday. I genuinely enjoy putting together the theme of my outfit and party so doing some online digging for good birthday dress deals is always very satisfying. I am happy to say that this entire look was on sale and came with great customer/shipping service! The theme of the look this year was James Bond with a feminin

My birthday breakfast outfit: 07/07/2020 Hello darlings, Here is a peak at my daytime birthday outfit. I wore this all day until I changed into my night look for my dinner party. Here is the breakdown: Princess tiara- my mom's and she has had it for years Pink lace mini dress- my sister let me borrow this Shoes- white Maje sneakers Sunglasses- white cat eyes I bought while in Milano Beige handbag- gifted to me by my grandma years ago Love always and forever, Vale #pinkdress #

My Fourth of July Outfit Hey there, In addition to my July 4th article, I wanted to share the outfit I wore to celebrate Independence Day. Both of these brands are heavily influenced by the U.S. and have a huge customer base in the U.S., thus, it was coincidental that I paired these two items together: Top- Brandy Melville Jean shorts- American Eagle Did you all wear anything specific for 4th of July? Love always and forever, Vale #ootd #fashion #independenceday #fourthofjuly