Blue in Miami {of Hotel Living for Work Travel}

View from my suite at the Eden Rock via my Instagram

Late night check in... late night working...via my Instagram.

Arm candy for Telemundo c/o my mom at C.B. Herrera. Via my Instagram.

Pool workflow... more like rest...

Nada... at the pool.

Floor and wall in each floor at the Eden Roc. Via my Instagram.

I just came back from an intense two days in Miami for TV work with my friends at Madria Sangria. I stayed at Eden Roc hotel, which I've never been to, and kind of fell in love with. The first blaring thing I noticed was the cobalt blue walls on each floor. It had a vintage flare but it fit the art deco style of the lobby. But then I noticed something... everything I brought on this trip was blue. Blue?? Well, not everything, but the most odd things in an unusual number.  Blue is far from my favorite color and yet it found itself in my stuff... like my bikini (because yes, I took a 3 hour break and hung out at the pool and did nada.), and my wrap which I grabbed in Mexico a few months ago, and my iPad cover, and new arm candy my mom made my for my appearances, and even my bath sponge. Seriously, tho, is there some significance to all of this?

Okay, so the only intentional blue application was the navy blue nail polish by Bobbi Brown which is now my favorite for fall... I think. It looks great on camera and it just so happened that the morning I flew out of DC, Mami surprised me with a few lovely Swarovksi bracelets and cluster ring, to match.

As much as I travel, I've still not figured out the flow of editing down my wardrobe, letting alone my makeup and beauty prods. Even if for two days, I tend to go overboard and bring enough for 8 days. You just never know what may end up presenting itself.

I always bring at least two blushes (loving the pearlized Sequined Rose by Artistry), two eyeliners, two shadow palettes and individual ones, not to mention about six lip colors. It's totally insane, but I'm accepting I'm indecisive like that. Plus, since I'm never getting proper sleep when I travel, I like taking some of my favorite skin care goodies, and the more, the better. I've just started using Artistry's new Youth Xtend collection so I'll have to tell you how my skin reacts to it. If it's anything like their Time Defiance, I already know it's a facial hit.

Traveling. It's what my life's about. Nothing wrong with it all. In fact, I get to play with all the pretty things that are otherwise stowed in their cubby hole at home. I just wish I could connect the blue effect. It's never happened. Quite fun.

I'll show you pics from my on-air stuff on Telemendo and NBC as soon I have links! Next... Chicago!

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* Bobbi Brown nail polish currently avail on all BB counters in major department stores. Artistry Beauty blush (and the whole Spring/Summer collection) avail on their site through Sept. Totally worth buying. 

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I'm Speaking at Hispanicize in Miami!

This week is about to be exciting! Miami is hosting hundreds of fantastic tastemakers and thousands of bloggers in the Latin community during a week of social media, film and TV, culture and lifestyle. Hispanicize, dubbed more of an "event," has over 125 slated speakers touching on subjects that shape, inspire and build our community. While I've not been in the past, I'm excited that my first attendance will be busy speaking on two panels. I'll be talking food on the "Secret Salsa: How to Create Authentic Brand Ambassadorships And Campaigns With Latino Food Bloggers" and "Livin' La Vida Blogger: How Latino Lifestyle Bloggers Are Engaging Their Communities  and Helping Brands Get in On the Fun." 

While I'm not speaking on the fashion panel, I still have to put chic foot forward. Literally. I have a sprained ankle, now going on 5 months, so my shoe rockin' options are limited. But, I can't spend a week in sexy Miami without some fly shoes. It just won't work. So, thanks to my sister, who's is Physical Therapist, has been throwing me into intense treatment. With all hopes in my pocket, I'm relentless in my efforts to wear heel this week. I've given up on skinny or stiletto heels. Platform wedges are it.

I went out last night and found these super high studded black platforms at Bakers and just fell in love. I was in pain after 10 minutes of walking around in the store, no doubt.  I'll reserve them for more swanky engagements, leaving me with at least one more casual pair. We'll see how it goes. If I have to sport an ankle brace with my shoes for protection and stability, I'm fine with it. The sacrifices we make to stay fashionable and in our element (because flats are not for me) are painful sometimes.

I've not done any additional shopping for my trip but my vintage train case full of beautiful jewelry is a sure go! Here are a few shots of what it looks like. Major editing needed. As it stands, it weighs 20 pounds. I'm thinking 5 will be enough for 7 days!

Stay in touch for fashionable looks from muy sexy Miami! It's set to be glamorous. See you there!

Happy Sunday!

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