I'm amused by the amount of hate in social media. Every time I find a cute video, I try not to scroll to the comment section because most of the times, no matter what, people find something to criticize.

I'm not saying not to SPEAK UP,  but it's always better to look at things positively. See the beauty, and SPEAK LOVE!

¡ De verdad que me quedo impresionada cada vez que encuentro un video lindo, divertido, o interesante, porque todos la sección de comentarios está siempre llena de tanto odio- sin importar lo que sea, algo critican.

No digo que tengamos miedo a hablar. No digo que "calladita te ves más bonita", porque NO es así. ¡Pero realmente el mundo cambia cuando empiezas a ver la belleza en todo y a hablar con AMOR!

Our stay in Punta Blanca (in Ecuador) was very family oriented. We were staying right by the ocean and it was all about spending time as a family.

This day, Gabe and I decided to walk around to see what we could find. So we wouldn't take the same pics over and over.  We first found this lovely blue door and we had seen some Santorini-looking architecture from the distance.

Apparently what we were seeing was a beach-club, we asked the security guard if we could take some pics around it and totally let us in. I hate asking these questions but Gabe is not as shy. So we ended up enjoying SUCH an amazing view from the tower.

Nuestra estadía en Punta Blanca (Ecuador) fue realmente familiar. Como les conté , nos estábamos quedando frente al mar y todo fue muy de disfrutar esos días en familia.

Pero claro, teníamos que aprovechar para tomar fotos. Nos pusimos a caminar a ver que encontrábamos. Lo primero fue esta puerta azul e la cual me enamoré. Estábamos caminando hacia una arquitectura muy "Santorini" y queríamos ver si podíamos llegar ahí.

Nos dimos cuenta que era como un club de playa pero sin pena le preguntamos al guardia de seguridad si nos dejaba entrar. ¡Y SI! Terminamos arriba en una torre disfrutando de unas vistas espectaculares de la bahía.

I'm not going to lie... watching my body change every day is both MAGICAL and WEIRD.

Even at my highest weight, my waist has always been small. So I guess I was very used to highlighting it - and my highwaisted stuff was the first thing that stopped fitting. Fashion-wise, this pregnancy has been about learning how to dress again and finding what fits instead of buying a whole wardrobe that will only last a few months.

When I was packing for this 2-week trip, I was nervous because the  body changes happen so fast that I didn't know if I was going to fit in the clothes I was bringing.

No les voy a mentir...ver mi cuerpo cambiar todos los días es MAGICO y RARISIMO.

Amo mi pancita- pero hasta lo más gordita que he estado, mi cintura siempre mi punto más delgado y estaba acostumbrada a vestirme para sacarle provecho a eso. Las cosas altas o a la cintura fue lo primero que dejó de quedarme, lo que ha llevado a aprender a vestirme diferentes cada semana. Me rehuso a comprar muchas cosas de maternidad que solo voy a usar por poco tiempo.

Cuando estaba haciendo la maleta para este viaje de dos semanas estaba muy nerviosa. ¿Qué pasa si lo que llevaba ya en dos semanas no me quedaba!?

Like I've mentioned,  Ecuador became the meeting place for my venezuelan family. It's where some of my family members live, and it's an easy trip for us in the U.S and for my brother in Chile.

A friend from Ecuador told me that at this pace, I've been to more cities in Ecuador than her. But our family loves road trips and exploring new cities.

At the beginning of the year, we went to the beach- a gorgeous beach called Punta Blanca in Santa Elena. From what I saw, this area has mostly beach houses people from the city rent.  My family found this house on AirBnb and it fits 16 people-  GORGEOUS. You crossed the street and the beach is RIGHT there.

Como les mencioné, Ecuador se ha convertido en el punto de reencuentro para mi familia. Mi hermano vive allá y es un viaje rápido para mi desde Miami y para mi otro hermano en Chile.

Una amiga ecuatoriana me dijo que a este paso, ya conozco más ciudades en Ecuador que ella. Pero es que a nuestra familia le encanta viajar y explorar pequeños pueblos.

A principios de año nos fuimos a la costa, a esta hermosa playa llamada Punta Blanca en Santa Elena. Por lo que pude ver, en esta area hay muchas caras de playa de gente de la ciudad que se alquilan. Nosotros encontramos esta en Airbnb y cabían 16 personas- muy linda y muy cómoda. Aparte solo cruzabamos la calle y ya estábamos en la playa.

I have to tell you everything about the scarf I'm wearing in my head.

 My dear friend Valentina- who is also a blogger at MVTrends- launched a scarf collection called Silk by MVTrends.  Every scarf is inspired by a city- and OMG they are all so stunning (wait, and I haven't mentioned they are only $25!!!). Mine is called SEVILLA .

Because I was at the beach, I was inspired to wear it on my head often. This is such an easy way to fold, but I got a few requests to do a tutorial. What do you girls think? Should I?

Antes que nada tengo que contarles del pañuelo que estoy utilizando- ¡¡porque me llena de orgullo!

Mi querida amiga Valentina- quien también es blogger en MVTrends- lanzó esta colección llamada Silk by MVTrends. Estoy enamorada, cada uno de los pañuelos esta inspirado en una ciudad y cuestan $25!! ¡BELLOS y ECONOMICO!

Cuando estaba planeando los looks, definitivamente quise usarla en la cabeza para la playa. Es muy muy muy fácil de doblarla así pero me han pedido varias veces que les haga un tutorial. ¿Qué dicen?

The dress is from ASOS maternity, it was one of my first purchases when I found out I was pregnant. I got a few dresses that I thought I could wear throughout pregnancy and that they were versatile enough.

My issue with pregnancy clothes is that they are definitely made for the later months. Everything I got is STILL huge (and here I was 20 weeks, halfway there!), My solution: belting it with one of my favorite belts. I think it ended up adding a fun touch to the look.

El vestido es de ASOS Maternity, y fue de las primeras compras que hice al enterarme que estaba embarazada. Compré varios vestidos que sentí que podía usar bastante- ya me conocen, yo y la versatilidad.

El problema con la ropa de embarazo es que es toda para cuando ya estas inmensa. Aquí iba por la mitad ¡¡ y todavía me quedaba grandísimo!!!  Por eso le agregué el cinturón doble- y me encantó el resultado bohemio que le dió.

Wherever life takes us, we go together (even if he is behind the camera most of the time!) ❤️ This month is our 3rd wedding anniversary and we started celebrating with a little staycation a few miles from home... MIAMI BEACH! I got ready by packing a few swimsuits, a romantic dinner outfit, and this necklace, aka early anniversary gift, from KayJewelers I haven't stopped wearing! 

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Aunque casi siempre está detrás de la cámara, con él todo es mejor! (¡momento cursi) ❤️ Este mes es nuestro tercer aniversario y empezamos la celebración con una mini estadía en Miami Beach. Hice una mini maleta con trajes de baño, un outfit para cenar lindo, y este collar, un regalito de aniversario adelantado, que no me he quitado! Sigan viendo este post para ver más sobre nuestra estadía en el Hotel Faena en Miami.

Feeling the 70s inspiration in this full look by Modcloth . As soon as I put it on, it reminded me of my favorite photo of my mom in the 70s with flared jeans, a turtleneck, and a coat over the shoulders. I love how everything comes back in style, what's your favorite decade?

I'm also getting lots of requests for more winter looks- which is so hard living in Miami but this one definitely is a great look for colder days. The colorful confetti  coat is a DREAM and it is more versatile that you would think. 

Con este look de Modcloth me sentí muy setentosa . Apenas me lo puse, me recordó a una de mis fotos favoritas de mi mamâ a mediados de los 70s donde está usando unos pantalones bota ancha, una camisa de cuello alto y un abrigo sobre los hombros. Me encanta como las tendencias siempre regresan, ¿cuál es tu década favorita en cuanto a la moda? .

También me han estado pidiendo más looks de invierno- y aunque se me hace difícil (y a veces parezco una loca en suéter en Miami) me gusta la idea de mostrarles variedad en todas las estaciones. 

¿Les gustó?

Over the past two years, it has been an absolute pleasure to partner with a brand I love, Hanes, for their #BeComfydent campaign. It’s simple: you can achieve anything when you are confident + comfortable. When you are “comfydent,” you shine.

As the temperatures go down, you might also start to feel a little down too. So let’s find ways to boost our self esteem, and feel “comfydent” no matter how cold it is outside.

#1 First layer

The first layer is always the most important: UNDERWEAR. If I’m wearing uncomfortable underwear, believe me, my confidence is GONE. My ultimate fave: Hanes Cool Comfort® Microfiber Hister Panties. They stay in place and move with you for all day comfort. Now you can add any thermal, leggings, pants, or anything that will make you feel like you can conquer the world.

#2 Forget about the beauty standards

Don’t let the media define how you feel about yourself. Stop comparing yourself to others. Don’t let anyone make you feel like you should be a certain size or look X way. All that matters is how proud you are with yourself. So go ahead, when it comes to clothes, forget about the size and just focus on how it makes you feel.

#3 Invest in a few winter accessories 

The easiest way to update any seasonal wardrobe is by getting a few trendy accessories. No need to go crazy with a whole new wardrobe. Get a pair of statement earrings (perfect since your arms and neckline are covered) that will work amazingly for any Holiday party; or a trendy scarf that will go perfect with your favorite coat; or even a fun hat. 

#4 Don’t forget to workout & eat right

I know it’s tempting to hibernate during the winter, eat yummy foods and avoid exercising. However remember what they say “summer bodies are made in the winter.” If it’s too hard to exercise outside, there are so many amazing workouts you can find online and you don't even have to leave your living room.  We all know that physical activity boosts our happy hormones; so say yes to a happier, healthier, and more confident YOU.

#5 Break all the Fashion Rules:

Your real sense of style kicks in when you are wearing clothes that you feel comfortable and confident in. I could tell you to go ahead and avoid wearing leggings and a hoodie, but I’m going to say JUST the opposite. Like in the pictures above, I’m wearing Hanes Sport Women's Performance Leggings and the EcoSmart® Women’s Full-Zip Hoodie Sweatshirt

The trick to make it a little more put-together is to add glam touches; I went for a classic nude coat, burgundy lips, and a timeless flap bag. So I can go ahead and do all my errands during the winter but I'm as comfortable as I’ll ever be.

#6 Pamper yourself:

Because of changing season, you might feel your skin is drier and your hair is more brittle.  The good news is that since it’s cold outside, you have time to pamper yourself- step up that beauty routine! Have fun moisturizing your skin (remember dry areas like heels and elbows) and deep conditioning your hair. Check out all the amazing DIY you can find on Instagram.

#7 Socialize

Ok it might not be picnics at the park. But make fun winter plans with your friends. It can be ice-skating, doing a cookie bake-off, or even just binging your favorite shows online. 

#8 Stand tall and smile.

Happy body language instantly makes you feel better about yourself according to several studies. It reduces cortisol and boosts self-confidence. 

#9 Pop of color

I know we tend to associate winter with dark colors or, well, no color at all. But even if you are tempted to wear all black, don’t be afraid to wear your favorite color. It will instantly bright up your mood. Lately I’ve seen some beautiful colorful coats that are going to make you smile. If you prefer to invest in dark winter gear, add color to your lips. It’s the easiest way and you will feel glam, beautiful, and powerful. My go-tos no matter the weather are a bright red or a mysterious burgundy.

#10 Read an inspirational book

Now that we have worked on your body, social skills, and wardrobe…it’s time to feed the soul with confidence. Take advantage of the weather, and curl up on the sofa and read an inspiration book. I’ve read a few that have changed my life in little ways. After reading them you will feel extra inspired for absolutely anything.

What are your secret to stay COMFYDENT no matter the weather outside?

Share them with us! Thank you to Hanes for partnering with me on this post. 

This post was sponsored by DENIZEN® from Levi’s® jeans. All opinions are my own, outfits were 100% curated by me.

Jeans are everyone’s wardrobe staple. We wear them to run errands; we dress them up for dates; and when they are as comfortable as a pair of DENIZEN® from Levi’s® jeans, you are going to want to wear them everywhere…with everything.

Reason why, I want to show you that perfect pair to add to your denim collection and three easy foolproof ways you can style them this fall.

Today I’m wearing the DENIZEN® Modern Slim Jeans. They have a mid-rise that I find very comfortable for every day and works with many top styles. They have a slim leg opening and an ultra-soft super-stretchy premium denim that hugs your curves and keeps its shape all day. I also love that they come in short and long-lengths to flatter women of various body types (my shorty self is so excited that DENIZEN® jeans offers short lengths!). And I haven’t mentioned it BUT they are sold at Target for under $30!

Let’s do this:

1. DENIZEN + Dressy Top + Heels

If you are like me and live in a city where fall just seems to take FOREVER, you can start playing with textures, colors, and incorporating fall trends into transitional outfits. Here I paired the Modern Slim jeans with a tee that looks like it has a corset (big trend for fall), and the embroidered detail is still going strong this season. This look works for a meeting, a movie night, or happy hour with your girls.

2. DENIZEN + CHUNKY SWEATER + BOOTS

This is definitely my go-to fall outfit. It’s so easy but looks cute and put-together.  Here I cuffed the Modern Slim Jeans to show of the nude booties and I love that they look like a total different pair.  Like I said, don’t be afraid to play with different textures, like this bag that has a fluffy feel to it…very Autumn! This is perfect for pumpkin picking, a stroll down the park, running errands, or a coffee break with friends.

3. DENIZEN + OVER THE KNEE BOOTS + LAYERS

If, on the other hand, where you live is starting to get real cold real fast, this is my go to when I have to play with layers to stay a little extra warm. I added knee high boots over the jeans – (don’t they look super classy?), a striped sweater and a leather jacket.  Depending on the weather you can add a little hat…or an umbrella if it starts pouring!

WHICH OUTFIT IS YOUR FAVORITE?

Look #1:

DENIZEN® from Levi’s® Modern Slim Jeans

FOREVER 21 top - TED BAKER bag- GUESS shoes - EXPRESS sunglasses

Look #2

DENIZEN® from Levi’s® Modern Slim Jeans

FOREVER 21 sweater - DOLCE VITA nude boots - FURLA bag -ZEROUV sunglasses

Look #3

DENIZEN® from Levi’s® Modern Slim Jeans

WHO WHAT WEAR sweater - COACH leather jacket 

GUESS boots PROENZA SCHOULER bag