The Valentine's Day Gift Guide: For Her
January 31, 2018
Let me start this off with a disclaimer: My husband and I have decided to no longer buy each other gifts for Valentine's Day. We prefer to spend that money on a trip/activities/dates that bring us closer together as a couple. That being said, I know most people like to buy their person something special (I used to even go a little overboard!) so here are some gift ideas that have been wife and girlfriend approved!
1-3, 5. Jewelry: What's more romantic than personalized jewelry? I personally own the Skinny Coordinates Bar Necklace (#3) in both gold (see it here) and silver! Mine have the coordinates of the church where my husband and I married and I love them. The new Valentine's collection from Pandora is another jewelry option which most women appreciate. My favorite piece is the ring pictured above. Last but certainly not least, the choker necklace from Mejuri pictured at #5 is a gorgeously simple piece that adds the perfect statement to any outfit.
4. Wallet/Card case: This is definitely a splurge item but isn't it gorgeous! The perfect card case to fit in any purse!
6-8. Makeup: If your lady is a makeup addict these would be an amazing addition to her collection. I received the Anastasia Glow Kit in December and have been glowing none stop since! Each highlight is creamy and would work on all kinds of skin tones. I've been craving this small eyeshadow palette from Huda Beauty ever since it came out. The pigmentation on the shimmers is amazing and it includes the perfect matte shades to give a complete look! Lastly, you cannot go wrong with a classic red lipstick. Especially one that comes in such gorgeous packaging as the ones from Yves Saint Laurent. Definitely worth the splurge!
9. A loving detail: This little book is adorable! You fill it in with things you love about your partner! Its the perfect detail to complete any gift.
10, 12. Home decor: I bought my own light box at my local TJ Maxx and absolutely love it! I constantly change it to reflect either my mood or the season. I have also purchased lyric prints off of Etsy before and believe they make for a perfectly thoughtful gift. Choose lyrics from your first dance or her favorite song and make it special. The instant download option is great because you can print it at home and purchase the frame of your preference.
11-15. Tech: If you find your girl's phone constantly at 5% battery (guilty!), this charging cord could be a cute way for her to charge on the go. A Crosley record player is also quite a splurge but its a gift that both could use! Get an Ed Sheeran vinyl for her and a Post Malone one for you! If she doesn't own a Polaroid camera yet, this would also make a great gift! I purchase my film from Ebay. If she does own one already, I'm sure she'd appreciate a display option like the one above. I have the same one which I found at, you guessed it, my local TJ Maxx and I love it.
16. Girls support girls: In the social and political climate we are living in these days its important to stand up for each other and what we believe it. Wear your heart on your sleeve with a pin like this one.
Con amor,
María Eugenia
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The Comeback
January 21, 2018
Top/Blusa: Zara (old, similar here, here, and here) Jeans/Mahon: American Eagle (old, similar here) Shoes/Zapatos: Steve Madden Bag/Cartera: Carolina Herrera (Mom's closet!) Bag Scarf/Accesorio de cartera: Zara Bracelet/Pulsera: Alex and Ani
¡Hola! I'm back! It's been a long time...again. I spent most of last year focusing on my fourth year electives, applying for residency, and all that that entails. It's been a whirlwind but I loved every second of my fourth year and am excited for the future. Now that I'm officially done with medical school (amen!), I'm going to spend the next couple of months focusing on studying in preparation for my final board exam, my health, and playing around with the blog again. I missed this so much! It is such a great outlet for me and I can't wait to keep creating content for anyone who is willing to check it out!
As you have probably noticed, the blog has a new landing page! I've worked pretty hard these last couple of days to get everything set and running for this new post. I am in love with it! I think it looks much more professional and simply chic! There are a couple of changes:
Shop My Closet: By clicking on this link at the top left menu bar on the home page you'll find a page where I'll be posting links to clothes I own and feature here or on the blog's Instagram! As of now it only has a few pieces but it's sure to keep growing as I keep shopping!
Health: I'm going to start sharing posts on health & wellness! This is obviously an important subject for me and I can't wait to start sharing my knowledge and take on health/wellness issues with you in a way I hope is interesting! The topic of the first post is sleep! It'll be up in a couple of weeks so keep a lookout for it!
Posting schedule: As you know, I've never held myself accountable to any type of posting schedule because I knew my own schedule was too unpredictable. Since I have a little more time on my hands which can be routinely scheduled, I'm going to try to post twice a week: Monday and Friday. Key word: try! This week will have three new posts, including this one, because Valentine's Day is around the corner and I want to get gift guides out there in time for you guys!
I hope you all enjoy the new look of the blog and keep coming back for more!
Con amor,
María Eugenia
The Straw Hat
June 2, 2017
Dress/Traje: ASOS (old, love these other options: one, two, three) Bikini/Traje de baño: Victoria's Secret (old, similar top + bottoms) Sun hat/Sombrero: Marshalls (similar here, also love these pom pom versions one, two) Sunglasses/Gafas: Ray-Ban
¡Hola! Two posts in one week! I've been dying to post these photos ever since we took them, which was almost a month ago! These were taken during a weekend getaway to the west side of Puerto Rico. We were staying at Cabo Rojo and took a road trip to Aguadilla to find this beautiful beach appropriately named Survival Beach. The hike to the beach was definitely a challenge but also worth it! It lead us to a long, beautifully seemingly untouched beach through a path filled with gorgeous views. There are also breathtaking caves along the way but the tide was too high for us to explore them. The hike is not one for the weak or light-winded, let me tell you! We had no idea that the path was going to be so intense so you can imagine me hiking along in lace-up sandals, this gorgeous maxi dress and almost every beach "necessity" you can imagine... Beach rookie of the year!
I had bought this dress over a year ago for my honeymoon but never used it. I love the front slit it has and the off the shoulder sleeves. It's very, very transparent so I wouldn't use it for anything other than a swimsuit coverup. I paired it with some lace-up sandals (not pictured) and this amazing sun hat I found at my local Marshalls. Similar hats have been featured on almost every fashion blogger I follow's Instagram but those were super expensive (like this one, $400 for a hat? NO.). So you can imagine the squeal I let out when I found this one for only $14.99! Jackpot! Topped everything off with my round Ray-Bans and boom! Beach chic at a very affordable price!
If you're interested in visiting Survival Beach for the first time here are some tips:
1. Wear comfortable shoes! Use tennis shoes for the hike and bring some flip flops in your beach bag if you want to.
2. The path can be very narrow at times so think about what you're taking carefully. For instance, a huge cooler on wheels would not be a good idea but a small one you can carry cross-body or on your shoulder can work.
3. There are spots under cliffs and huge rocks to hide from the sun but I recommend bringing a beach umbrella just in case all those spots are taken. There is no shade close to the shore.
4. Pack light! Do you really need 3 sunblocks, 4 chairs, 2 meals and 6 snacks, etc.? No. Cut it down to the bare necessities. Obviously, your favorite drink (and water) has top priority! I took a bottle of champagne (a cheap on!) and a small, travel juice for mixing my own mimosas!
5. Bring a trash bag so you can leave the beach nice and clean!
How do you get there?
Depending on where you're leaving from it may differ but you must end up on Carretera Puerto Rico 2/PR-2 W to Aguadilla. Then take PR-107 to Cliff Rd in Maleza Baja until you arrive to a parking area. From there, walk to the beginning of the parking lot, towards the forrest, and start the hike following the path on the ground, follow it straight. There are no signs so don't be afraid to ask someone for more specific directions! The hike will take you 20-45 minutes depending on your speed and cargo. Here's a pin for further direction: https://goo.gl/maps/J6PgeELtdWz.
If you visit, let me know with the hashtag #thegirlonanislandtravels!
The Packing List: Summer Getaway
May 29, 2017
¡Hola! It's been a long while again! I just finished my first 4th year elective rotation in General Surgery so you can imagine my free time has been limited (non-existent to be more precise!), but I loved every hectic second of it! More on that in another post! Anyways, I was planning a weekend getaway for my little family and decided to share some things I would pack.
1 It's no secret that I have a growing one-piece swimsuit collection and I'm proud to say I added this one to the pack!
2 A gorgeous printed one-piece that could even be worn at night with a maxi skirt!
3 A sexy swimsuit for my plus-sized ladies!
4 (top), 4 (bottoms) This bikini is so flattering for all shapes! It also comes in other colors.
5 A statement necklace like this one can take any outfit to another level.
6 Rompers are great because you can wear them as a cover-up for the beach/pool or you can wear them with tennis shoes for an excursion, making packing a whole lot easier!
7 This gingham outfit is adorable!
8 Another great day-to-night option!
9 If you have an Instagram account you've seen a graphic straw hat on almost every blogger and if you took the time to see how much those cost, you were flabbergasted by the price! Lucky for you, I found a very affordable option!
10 I love the palm print of this plus-sized maxi dress!
11 How fun are these earrings? They scream "VACAY!"
12 I recently shared a snap on the blog's Instagram wearing a Zaful dress so I decided to share one of their bathing suits here. My friend says they run small but she loves them!
13 A whole outfit with pineapples? Yes please!
14 I love packing a clutch like this one because it can go with any outfit, day or night! I would also pack a comfortable crossbody bag if I knew we were going on any excursions.
15 I usually buy my luggage at Marshalls or TJ Maxx but I couldn't resist sharing this rose gold beauty!
16 As for shoes, I would pack flats like these, a pair of flip flops, tennis shoes, and some nude/black heels.
17 One neutral cover up like this one is enough for a whole trip!
I hope you enjoyed these options! Let me know if you find any other great summer outfits!
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