I love summer in the city. Despite the humidity, and sweaty subways I still love it. I love the people out and about, hanging in the park, rooftop bars, and summer fashion. Much of my fashion lately has been Free People. It helps that i'm a stylist there, haha the paycheck goes right back. 

I have been having so much fun finding different ways to wear our items. The minute I saw these floral flare pants I knew I needed them. They are so light and comfy. I love the boho vibes, and the way they move. I paired the pants with a simple go to bodysuit. Also a comfy piece, it can be worn dressed up or down. Although there is sweltering heat during the day, I must prepare for AIR CONDITIONING. I never understand why places cannot just have a normal temperature inside instead of the arctic. To prepare, I am wearing the most perfect suede jacket. Lastly, I had to pair these amazing Jeffery Campbell lace up heels. 

Overall how can you not frolic around in an outfit like this? 

Bodysuit: Free People | Pants: Free People | Shoes: Jeffery Campbell x Free People | Jacket:

Xo. Zafi 

Hey guys.. great news! There is more to come to Renaissance Zafi. As a renaissance woman I have been trying to integrate some of my other loves. Here is my first post to make the effort and officially start adding some art adventures! I will be posting about gallery and museum visits... as well as hopefully some of my own artwork process posts..

When I went home I was able to visit the Akron Art Museum. It def is not as big as the Met, and it's not NYC, but it's part of my hometown. The Akron Art Museum is also pretty impressive for a local small town museum. Firstly, the architecture alone is amazing. It connects old and new, part an old brick building, and the other half a gorgeous glass creation of amazing angles. Thanks to my brother I was able to take a minute and marvel at this Akron wonder designed by Coop Himmelb(l)au. (thanks Faris, for teaching me that as well!) Secondly, it houses some pretty famous works of art- Chuck Close, Frank Stella, Kehinde Wiley, also many artists that I personally know! Some of my professors have work exhibited, and it is inspiring. Maybe one day you will see my work there? 

It was gross and rainy the entire time I was home. I wore my pacific thermal from free people, my New fave Tobi jeans, my go to Nasty Gal jacket, and black booties. 

Location: Akron Art Museum |  Top: Free People | Jeans: Tobi | Boots: Just Fab | Photography: Faris Ahmed

Today I am wearing the perfect basic NYC outfit. Its simple, edgy, and great for spring on the Highline. I spent the afternoon enjoying the sunshine with my bestie Rachel, we went to a map making workshop which was so fun, and then enjoyed delicious empanadas for lunch. Yum!

I'm wearing another off the shoulder trend top... and I just cannot get enough! It is from Tobi!! The fact that it is a bodysuit is even better, because you don't need to keep tucking it in or messing around with it. One piece and done! It is ribbed and so comfy, I also love the amazing flare sleeves, that make you want to frolic and dance around all day! Secondly, i'm really excited about my jeans. I have been trying to find the perfect high rise busted knee jeans, and I found the perfect pair from Tobi as well. They are literally the softest jeans, they feel like leggings. I know I plan to wear them with everything!

I paired my two Tobi pieces with some great accessories. First I have a fabulous double choker from Free people. I love the embroidered gold, so beautiful. Next I have a pair of peep toe fringe booties from Just fab. The fringe on the side is such a fun detail, I love wearing them! All these pieces make perfect weekend wear staples. Hope you all are having a lovely weekend! 

Bodysuit: Tobi | Jeans: Tobi | Shoes: Just Fab | Choker: Free People | Photography: Rachel Hanon Photography 

Xo. Zafi 

Spring, Spring, Spring. I'm so excited that I am slowly finally able to dress for the spring weather. Many of my friends started dressing in spring trends a month ago, this cold baby couldn't get herself out of sweaters, jeans, and boots. 

I'm so excited to finally own something in this super on trend style.. off the shoulder! The minute I saw this tobi.com item I had to have it. Olive is such a gorgeous basic color, and the material is so soft and comfy. I know I will be dressing up and down this item all summer long. Also, I have literally seen everyone rocking the off the shoulder and I had to join in. I'm kind of late jumping in, only because of my reason above... i'm always cold. I know people sacrifice freezing for fashion, but nope I cannot function being cold.. I rather bundle up! haha 

I wore this dress with some of my favorite accessories! I wore this double choker/chain necklace that I got from Versona accessories, and my booties are from Target. I decided to go with a western chic vibe. I stuck with gold coloring on my jewelry, my booties have brass studs, and kind of have a cowgirl feeling. I went with a slightly different hairstyle, it's still down, but instead I parted it down the middle. I think it makes the entire look. I never liked my hair worn this way, but I think I'm going to start wearing it this way! Overall I have a feeling this outfit will be repeated in days to come! 

Dress: Tobi | Necklace: Versona Accessories | Booties: Target | Bracelets: Alex & Ani | Photography: Rachel Hanon