45. Milan

Number 45 in the 60 City Challenge is Milan. The street style here seems to be on a trendier and sexier side.

Why this outfit works:
- The jacket, halter top, and skirt feature diagonal lines.
- The yellow color in the skirt and accessories pop over the neutral colors of the jacket, top, shoes and bag.
- The fitted short jacket echoes the silhouette of the top and does not hide the silhouette and the details of the skirt.

45. Milan by phinki featuring platform shoes

Donna Karan slimming top, 695 EUR
Blazer, 35 EUR
ELIE SAAB platform shoes, $545
Kara by Kara Ross lizard handbag, $2,005
Kendra Scott metal jewelry, $140
Kendra Scott geometric earring, $100
Ariella Collection round ring, $58
Jon Richard flower jewelry, 12 GBP
Natura Bisse Eye Illuminate, 34 GBP

Vintage Gold Dress

Vintage Gold Dress by phinki featuring a multicolor necklace

Juicy Couture cardigan jacket, 165 GBP
Isaac Mizrahi floral print heels, $327
Susan Farber Collections bow handbag, $322
Multicolor necklace, $25
1928 gold star jewelry, $28
Mayu Bijoux beading jewelry, $138
Cross jewelry, $22
Hermes jewelry
Pearl jewelry
Enamel jewelry

Marni Cardigan

Marni Cardigan by phinki featuring hermes scarves

Marni cotton knit cardigan, 370 GBP
Kai skirt, 19,740 JPY
Givenchy leather shoulder bag, $1,895
Hermes scarve, $435
Sunglass
Loll | Modern Recycled Outdoor coco chair, $368
Marc Jacobs kitten heel pumps
Vintage style earring

Geometric Print

Geometric Print by phinki featuring christian dior handbags

Chloé patchwork dress, $3,230
Nude patent leather pumps, 20 GBP
Christian dior handbag, 2.170 EUR
Kara Ross leaf earring, $170
Christian Dior oversized sunglass, 120 GBP

48. Lisbon

Lisbon, Portugal is number 48 in the 60 City Challenge. I'm getting close to the finish line! Yay!!

The Valentino blouse in sheer beige with black and white polka dots is super cute with the ruffles. I pair it with a pair of gray leather shorts by Kelly Bergin. The Valentino flat shoes have gold studs and gold chain straps. Because there is already a lot going on in the outfit, I pick a simple Dorothy Perkins rectangular bag in taupe to go with the flats. Next, gold-tone bangle bracelet set with cabochons from French Connection plays off the polka dots on the blouse and the studs on the shoes. I finish the look with a pair of gold-tone hoop earrings from Banana Republic.

48. Lisbon by phinki featuring hoop earrings

Valentino silk blouse, 1,249 GBP
Kelly Bergin leather short, $430
Valentino leather flat, $795
Dorothy Perkins cross body handbag, 15 GBP
French Connection metal bracelet, 18 GBP
Banana Republic hoop earring, $30

Open Knit Top

This set was made for a contest. The Alexander Wang sweater has a wide round neck, one draped half sleeve and one long sleeve, metallic panels at sleeve and front. The minty color feels fresh for this season. Skinny leather pants are a major wardrobe must-have. They show no sign of disappearing even over the summer. This pair is by Diane von Furstenberg. I add a pair of lace-up ankle boots with peep toes and wedge heels. The chain strap bag with embellished details is by an upcoming brand, Antik Batik. Lastly, the layered necklace with chunky tear-drop beads and dangling rhinestone accents in teal is by Urban Outfitters.

By the way, this set won the 2nd place in the contest. I hope you like it too. :)

Open Knit Top by phinki featuring wedge shoes

Alexander Wang long sleeve top, 360 GBP
Diane von Furstenberg skinny pants, $931
Wedge shoes, 78 EUR
Antik Batik black shoulder bag
Layered necklace, $29
Jamie Joseph oval earring, $930
Victoria beckham sunglass, $430

44. Cape Town

Cape Town, South Africa is number 44 in the 60 City Challenge. That means I have only 16 more to go!! Anyway, it is such a beautiful city. I actually have a friend who is working as a physician there...
The asymmetrical sweater top by Alexander Wang is so chic. I wish I could own one. :) I pair it with a pair of striped skorts. The skorts has ruffle details at the side pockets but it's a little hard to see in the picture below. You would have to hover your mouse over it to see more. I pick brown shoes and bag for this set. The lace- up oxford pump is by Donegal and the bag is the mini version of Proenza Schouler's iconic PS1. For necklace, I use a rosary necklace from Semi Couture which is made from wooden beads with gold-tone chain detailing and multiple pendants. To pay a small tribute to South Africa's diamond, I finish the look with a pair of sterling silver earrings with uncut stones. 

44. Cape Town by phinki featuring wood bead jewelry

Alexander Wang drape sweater, 348 EUR
Skorts, 34,650 JPY
Leather high heels, $855
Proenza Schouler embossed handbag, 980 EUR
Sterling silver jewelry, 178 EUR
Semi Couture wood bead jewelry, 96 GBP

Funeral

I am going to an unveiling ceremony (part of a funeral) this weekend and am invited to go to a lunch at the widow's home immediately afterwards. The ceremony will be outside in the morning but it should be around 75F. This black crochet knit dress is very subdued but the crochet texture keeps it chic. The strappy sandals with wooden platform by Jessica Simpson work as a focal piece. The look is finished with a simple necklace (in this set, a Chanel Vintage one), earrings, and a chain strap bag.

Funeral by phinki featuring topaz earrings

Gerard Darel crochet dress
Jessica Simpson black heels, $80
Hobo International round handbag, $128
Olivia Collings Antique Jewelry topaz earring, $2,430
Vintage gold necklace, $850
Gucci oversized sunglass, $275

43. Montreal

Number 43 in the 60 City Challenge is Montreal, Canada. I googled Montreal street style and found it to be on the relaxed casual side. This is a good break for me because I have been doing a lot of dressy sets lately. Suspenders seem to have come back, at least in a small way. These jeans have suspenders hanging on the side and the legs rolled up to mid calf -- so cool! The button-down top is made with silk so the outfit is still a little dressy. Isabel Marant's cotton and linen blend jacket has chic buckles, belts and tabs. The brown lace-up boots lend a rugged look. And the Proenza Schouler's brown bag is a very versatile piece that can be used again and again. I top off the look with accessories in antique brass: studded bracelet set, dagger earrings, and  a large wire wrap ring.

43. Montreal by phinki featuring suede handbags

T by Alexander Wang silk top, $140
Isabel Marant cotton jacket, $725
Suspender pants, 100 EUR
Seychelles vintage leather boot, $75
Proenza Schouler suede handbag, $1,995
By Malene Birger studded bracelet, $165
TopShop wrap ring, $28
Club Manhattan earring, 18 EUR
H M metal sunglass, 3.99 GBP

7. Mexico City

It's too late for Cinco de Mayo but this set is number 7 in the 60 City Challenge. I loved the colorful images of Mexico City and decided to use a subtle color palette for the outfit. The hand-knit poncho from Calypso St. Barth has 3/4 sleeves and knot details in the front. Straight leg indigo denim jeans are from Paul by Paul Smith. The lace-up boots with crochet panels on the side plays off the texture of the poncho. The leatherette trimmed handbag from Forever21 extends the natural color palette. Western-style horseshoe earrings brings more ethnic/exotic feel to the look. The bracelets by H&M add a little surprise to the look.

If you wonder why there is a Nivea tin in the picture, I can explain. There was a contest by Nivea going on at the time, so I tried to save time by doing the set for both the 60 City Challenge and the Nivea contest. :P Later on, I submit the set to a Dream Destination contest and won 2nd place. Hooray!

7. Mexico City by phinki featuring a shoulder strap bag

Knit top, $325
Paul by Paul Smith straight leg jeans, 116 GBP
Dorothy Perkins lace up boot, 45 GBP
Forever21 shoulder strap bag, $23
H m jewelry, 6.99 GBP
Earring, $30

Shirt Dress for the Office

Another office appropriate outfit. This one is light and sweet, perfect for Spring. The light blue and white A-line shirt dress has interesting patch pockets on the top. It also has two slit pockets on the side. The white tailored jacket by Elizabeth Marant helps make the outfit look more preppy. The blue and white ballet flat features large perforations and oversize buckle. I also love the modern clear chair in the set.

By the way, the model is Jessica Stam. Doesn't she look amazing?

Untitled by phinki featuring amrita singh jewelry

Cotton dress, $255
Isabel Marant blazer, $540
FS/NY french sole shoes, $83
Marc by marc jacobs handbag, 200 GBP
Amrita singh jewelry, $24
Skinny belt, 7.20 GB

Office Politics

This black and brown outfit started with the black trench style top. I paired the top with a horizontal stripe body con skirt to offset its loose silhouette. Kitten heels have made a comeback this season and this strappy pair is so chic! I added triangles to the look with the earrings and the Burberry top handle bag. Hope you like it.

Office Politics by phinki featuring etched jewelry

Stripe skirt, 19 GBP
Dkny sandal, $225
Burberry handle handbag, 618 EUR
Forever21 etched jewelry, $7.80
Holly Fulton spiked jewelry, 95 GBP

42. Melbourne

Number 42 in the 60 City Challenge is Melbourne, Australia. I found this very lovely and romantic picture of Melbourne. It reminded me of Audrey Hepburn and her classic style. This dress in neutral colors seemed to exude that same elegance. Simple pearl earrings, pearl necklace, a clutch from Zara kept with the same theme. The gorgeous Valentino (my favorite designer) satin sandals with crystal and bow embellishment brought a little surprise to the outfit. (You should click to see the big image of the shoes. They are fabulous!!)

42. Melbourne by phinki featuring high heel sandals

Valentino high heel sandal, $1,195
Clutch, $100
Kenneth Jay Lane white pearl jewelry, 41 EUR
Carolee pearl jewelry, $30

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41. Athens

Number 41 in the 60 City Challenge is Athens. I couldn't resist Greek's famous white and bright blue palette. The white tunic dress looked so light and airy. The bow detail and the blue embroidery on one side of the hem are very cute as well. I picked a one-shoulder swim
suit for the set. Blue thong sandals with silver tone studs seemed the perfect choice for Greece. Finally, the tote bag and the earrings had similar circular designs in blue. I thought they look Greek and would go well with the outfit. Oh, one last thing. I found Nars lip gloss called Greek Holiday. It's supposed to look like sparkling pink sand. How cute!

41. Athens by phinki featuring a tie bikini

Tie bikini, $225
Balenciaga shoes, 384 GBP
Blue handbag, $17
Dori Csengeri cabochon jewelry, $400
Cutler Gross summer sunglass, 298 GBP
NARS Lip Gloss - Greek Holiday, $24
Marithé x François Girbaud - Kitejacker Tunic Dress | Lyst

40. Seattle

Number 40 in the 60 City Challenge. I found this art of Seattle on Polyvore. The beautiful pastel palette made it the perfect image for this set. The dress by 3.1 Phillip Lim had such an interesting lace patchwork. I picked a formal black blazer by Zadig & Voltaire to go with it. Both the dress and the blazer are sort of form-fitting. I played off the emphasis on shapes by adding the smart black platform stiletto by Dolce Vita and a nude rectangular handbag. The multi-chain necklace is small enough so it doesn't clash with the pattern on the dress but significant enough so it does not disappear. I just loved the drop earrings with geodes and diamonds from Kimberly McDonald. The colors go with the outfit perfectly and the round natural shapes help break the monotony of the rectangular patterns on the dress.

40. Seattle by phinki featuring platform stiletto heels