Europe trip basics.

Lacey Leggings Style 500008 $69.95 & Candy Love SS Tee Style 506080 $49.95

So, although I have been trying to avoid the shops in order to save for my trip, I really needed some key pieces that are aeroplane/trip friendly. There were two main criteria I was looking for in my purchases. They needed to be (a) comfortable and (b) stylish (I don't want to look like I just rolled out of bed). My friend and I are traveling all over Europe in the space of 8 weeks which involves a lot of flying!

Today, I visited the French Connection store and the sales assistant was so nice and helpful. She helped me visualise how I could put these two pieces to their maximum use. Immediately, as I walked into the store I noticed these really cool leggings. They are super comfortable and warm, but the print is what really caught my attention! I could easily venture around the london streets in these babies paired with a cute oversized top and black ankle boots or wear them on a night out on the town with a sheer black or white top, blazer, black heels and a statement necklace. 

I paired the pants with a white basic tee. Although a long sleeve top would be better for the plane ride (I hear it gets cold in there!), I decided to buy a white tee that I can keep in my carry on. This piece is easy to layer and will most probably be overused during the trip since it will be mega hot outside! I can easily pair it with some cute black leather or denim shorts, denim jeans, or better yet, throw it over my bikini! Not to mention it will go amazing with a European tan :) The front of the tee is quite simple but the white on white contrasting on the back is what sold it for me. 

Candy Love SS Tee (Back)

With love, Via Porzia
Xx

The new kid on the blog.

Hello! My name is Porzia (pronounced "por-sha") or my friends just call me Porz (pronounced "porsh"). 

This is my very first blog. I named it Via Porzia because it represents my perspective. This blog is me. It is a space where I can keep my memories safe and accessible.

I first came across the idea of blogging when I did my first placement in my Psychology course. I developed a study on mommy bloggers (that is, mothers who blog). I had a lot of fun learning about the little community they had developed. It was interesting to note why they blogged and what they blogged about. Very recently, in a time where I felt quite alone, I came across Mexican American blogger Dulce Candy on youtube. I watched her videos and read her blogs weekly and overtime I felt that I had developed a connection to her. She was just like a friend. She gave me advice and her energy and positivity became both inspiring and infectious. With over 1 million subscribers it is very clear others feel the same way. 

Dulce Candy (dulcecandy.com)

I admit it. I am an Instagram devotee. I began to notice that I had been following other bloggers for example Brazilian blogger Thassia Naves. In my expanded search I came across another Brazilian American blogger Camila Coelho who I have been following on makeupbycamila on youtube. She exudes effortless chic and not only are her makeup artistry skills to die for but she also teaches her audience words in Portuguese. I love learning about different cultures, so this was a major plus for me.

Camila Coelho (supervaidosa.com)


Although I enjoy following these unique bloggers it was not untill I came across Julie Sarinana (otherwise known as SincerelyJules) that I became inspired to write my own blog. In just over a month I am traveling overseas to Europe for the very first time. I came across Sincerely Jules' Barcelona blogs and I connected with her instantly. She was blogging about the places I have been dreaming about.

Sincerely Jules (www.sincerelyjules.com)

These women bloggers are my definition of the 'it girl'. They open themselves up and connect with people around the world by sharing their passions and positivity towards life. I find myself in a position in life where I am ready to start fresh. My dream of traveling is about to come true and this is why I chose to start blogging now. I want to keep my memories of this trip with me forever and equally I would love even more to share these experiences with you.

Thanks for reading. Much love :)

Via Porzia

xxx