What is it about us girls being drawn to these two wonderful cities and having to compare ourselves to one of the two? I guess the two, in most aspects, are considered opposites, however what happens when one can't choose what side they relate to? Should I even have to pick? Am I more New York or Los Angeles? Can't I be both? In fact, I am both. I don't know if I am the only one who feels this way, but there are so many options in life these days that I have honestly become a self-proclaimed indecisive person (to an extent). I hate to admit it, and because so many choices have been handed to me, I have given up on trying to decide anything. I haven't chosen what I want to do with my life, and I haven't chosen what I will be doing in my future. I haven't chosen what type of house I will have or what car model, or where I will be travelling to next.

Who ever said I couldn't be an artist, actress, sales person, business person, marketeer, photographer and blogger all at once? I am in love with being able to do everything I have ever wanted and more. My goal right now is to go through my long list of things I want to do before I die, be it career-wise, hobby-wise or travel/adventure-seeking. In this way I am being able to learn as many skills as I can in my life -  This is where L.A. vs NYC comes in.

Isn't it great being a social person that can get along with people from all walks of life, enjoys going with the flow and loves the sea yet when there's a job to do, this person is hard-working, focused and ambitious? Flats vs Heels? Casual vs Formal? Charming vs Smart? Relaxed vs Stressed? Aren't we all these opposites? Aren't we a bit of both Cali and New York? I sure am and I have absolutely, one hundred percent, given up on choosing because there is no need to choose anymore.

I am who I am and can do anything I want to do. There is no stopping any of us. This is my guide for your life - do whatever makes you happy, and do it now.

The Launch of BadAss Wardrobe is finally here, and it is time to let the public know all about this brand new website!

Founded by my very good friend and Slovak stylist Pavli Medvedova, Badass Wardrobe was created to address the need on the market for eccentric and innovative designs aimed at clients with a strong, individual style.  badasswardrobe.com is a place where emerging designers bring their creations, be it clothing, jewellery, shoes or accessories to a platform to get closer to a wider audience internationally and luckily, I was able to collaborate with Pavli on this wonderful new project and have taken shots of models with the first two creative designers that jumped on the bandwagon : Julia Boikova and Ritienne Zammit.

Julia Boikova

The first time Julia Boikova jumped on the scene in Malta was when we saw her at the Mercedes-Benz Malta Fashion Week earlier this year. She showcased her collection Ropes and Dots, which was inspired by a rope that she brought back with her to London after travelling through India, you can read and see more about this event if you click here. She graduated in Fashion Design and Realization from the prestigious London College of Fashion and soon afterwards came to live in Malta to finally show her digital textile prints to the world. On BadAss Wardrobe, you can find my photos of Victoria Rotchenkova modelling Julia Boikova's Ropes and Dots collection. 

Ritienne Zammit

As for Ritienne Zammit, she is an upcoming yet well known name in the fashion circes of Malta and with her new creative collection AMEN A/W14 inspired by the Maltese National Anthem, she would not let us look away. I was not able to view her collection at Mercedes-Benz Malta Fashion Week this year because I had been in Rome at the time, however I had been there for her show the previous year, which can be seen here, and I got a very good idea of her skills and creativity in fashion design. When collaborating with Pavli and Domina Rizkova for the shoot of BadAss Wardrobe, I fell in love with her new designs and think they really incorporate the Maltese spirit through the graphics and words, while still making the most unique style that can be worn by the most fashion-forward females in the country, and internationally. You will not find any pieces like these anywhere else, by anyone else.




 
  
  
  


For all you lucky readers, I also have a special discount code! Just use : IAMBADASS when checking out and receive a 10% DISCOUNT off your new purchase! Have a great time browsing the new website and keep looking out for awesome new designers showcased on BadAss Wardrobe.

If you are a designer interested in showcasing your designs on Badass Wardrobe please get in touch with Pavli on pavli@badasswardrobe.com .