May rains in Athens...

This quick creation was inspired by a heavy downpour that hit Athens late morning today. Spring rains are tricky - they often come unannounced and get you soaked before you know what's going on and then, just as suddenly, the sun is back on - as if nothing had happened. So, specially for such weather, I'd get armed with a hooded rain jacket, classic wellies and an umbrella - and once the rain is over - the floral dress is there to take in the sun.

May rain in Athens by AlexMatoshko featuring a bubble dome umbrella

Island vacation

Since last summer I've been living in Athens, Greece, which, among other things, means that whenever you feel like a nice seaside vacation, there is no need to go abroad - you can just go to one of the islands. And that's exactly what I'm going to do this Saturday - take the ferry and sail to the island of SAMOS. It's going to be 10 days of lazing, drinking frappe and hanging out on the beach with friends, dancing at our favourite club and eating out at tavernas. And of course we'll celebrate Easter Greek-style - I'm told its quite a spectacular holiday here with lots of delicious food :)

And of course I also hope to take some cool new outfit pics right there, in the open air and post them on the blog. As a teaser I enclose an outfit combo which looks something like what I plan to sail in - I'll be on the boat for 10 hours so I need to be properly "equipped."

Bring me that horizon by AlexMatoshko featuring a red stripe tee

Models off duty: 3 generic looks

Not all models have natural good taste and fashion sense, but, I guess, spending so much time among designers and stylists has a certain impact on the way they dress, plus beginner models are actually tutored by the agency on what to wear. Regardless, I've often admired the "off-duty" looks of the models - their outfits often appear so effortlessly chic, even if completely casual and unpretentious. A simple pair of jeans/leggings, a loose top, cool boots/converse + an It Bag - and you're ready to go. So, inspired by some of my favorite street style photos featuring models, I've put together those few generic "model off-duty" looks. Add pair of sunglasses and ... leave people wondering if you aren't one of them, models, yourself!

Model of duty 3 by AlexMatoshko featuring round toe shoes

Model Off Duty (Natasha Poly) by AlexMatoshko featuring gold jewelry

Model off Duty (Julia Dunstall) by AlexMatoshko featuring vintage style shoes

California dreaming

For a short Saturday post I've put together this outfit combo as an homage to the current hot trend for classic American, and especially Californian look. American flag-printed item seems to be a must for spring/summer wardrobe, so I chose those shorts from TOPSHOP. I know this may appear a bit too kitschy, and real Californians may not approve, but that's just what I'm in the mood for today: sun, colors and comfort!

California dreaming by AlexMatoshko featuring metal aviator sunglasses