Looks, Trips and Travel

The Suburbs

June 23, 2012

Too. Much. Sun

Don’t think I’m rubbing it in for those of you in the never-ending rain – never-ending sun is equally as debilitating. These photos were taken in the evening, at a standard 40°C. Where am I? Las Vegas, Nevada. The middle of the desert! Although, I’m here to visit family rather than spend my time at the slots, and thankfully said family has air conditioning – meaning Miguel and I have spent most of our time inside, munching on our favourite American treats and hanging out with some fluffy friends (if you follow me on Instagram, you’ll know what I mean!)

So like my time spent here last year, I get to experience the city like a real Vegas resident; experiencing the relief when the bus shows up and eating at secret spots where they pile the pancakes higher than you could ever manage.

So, this is my ‘neighborhood’ for the next 3 weeks. I probably stuck out a bit in my heels and crop top, but I’m not exactly well equipped for dressing in this heat. Flip-flops and PJs for the foreseeable future, I think!

I’m not well practiced at taking photos under a cloudless sky either..do bear with me! *squint* x 

Sunglasses - Vintage | Top - Rare via ASOS | Trousers - boohoo.com | Shoes - Next

 

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  4. Kb ● Reply

    Nice to see you’re having fun out there! Think I would just like a week of 40C degree heat so I can decamp to the beach, I can only hope….

    • Carrie ● Reply

      Sadly, not many beaches around here..!! Haha! We have a pool in the garden though, so we’re not too bad off : ) x

  8. Dina ● Reply

    Massively love for the title of this post coinciding with Arcade Fire’s album name! I know what you mean – having grown up in Israel, I really do agree that continuous extreme heat is not exactly a walk in the park. When it’s 50C you quite literally just want to take your skin off. That said, you are looking delightful, didn’t even notice the squinting (fo’ real).

    http://shelovesmixtapes.blogspot.com

    • Carrie ● Reply

      In typical English manner, I complain when it’s cold AND when it’s hot, but this is too much! I really don’t know how gals in warmer climates look good all the time?! I’m sweating my make-up off over here! x

  9. Kasey ● Reply

    Ahh your outfit is wonderful. Also, I am in Portland so I am definitely jealous of the weather you are enjoying. Summer here takes forever to actually show up.

    Hope you’re having fun!

  11. Sarah ● Reply

    Ugh I just hate the heat! I actually wish to be in England under all those clouds..

    ♥Sarah♥
    theantiquepearl.blogspot.com

  12. Jo - Lost in the Haze ● Reply

    I love this outfit – your beehive looks more suited than ever to it’s surroundings! <3 and you must be so grateful for the aircon! When I'm in Asia I can only just handle the 30 degree heat! Phew! x

  13. Lorna ● Reply

    I check your blog everyday to check for new blog blogposts, and each is just as beautiful as the next. Your blog was one of the main inspirations for me to start my own blog. So thank you x

    Lorna xo

  16. missecl ● Reply

    Aaaah!! I couldn’t wait for a new post! Absolutely perfect!! Your outfit is amazing, and so the photos are.
    Have fun there. And post moree, your blog is so beautiful <3

    • Carrie ● Reply

      Ahhh I’ll try my best, but jet-lag has been kicking my butt! Thank you for your kind words!! x

  19. Laura S ● Reply

    Oh, I would take way too harsh sun over way too much rain any day, for sure! We’ve ALMOST been having a heat wave here, and I’ve been LOVING it!
    But anyways, I LOVE your outfit! It’s really adorable, and very summery! 🙂
    – Laura

  22. Jessie ● Reply

    Lovely post!I think American suburbs are great-every time I hear the word “suburbs” I always think of the adorable houses/gardens in Edward Scissorhands.

    • Carrie ● Reply

      Ahh me too!! It reminds me of that, the mailboxes, the white picket fences! Kinda love that stereotype! x

  23. Nadja ● Reply

    Really hot weather is always best enjoyed on a beach, wearing very little and with the sea and the breeze to cool you down. Having said that, I would take a sweltering city day over this miserable London weather any day! Love the post…

  34. Ashley Fauguel ● Reply

    I think I am typically British that way I can’t stand being too warm – it leaves me wanting to do nothing but sit with my feet in a water fountain but I jump on the bandwagon and moan when it’s raining and cold! Brilliant outfit! That top is perfect for summer – may be time to show a little bit more pasty skin! Enjoy the rest if your trip! X

  37. Alaina M. ● Reply

    Oh I LOVED your Vegas posts from last year! Seriously, they were amazing. I’m so glad you got a chance to go out there again. Vegas supposedly has “dry heat” which is better than say, Miami. Any time I go down there to visit my dad I am honestly the most unattractive person around: greasy skin, frizzy hair; ugh! I look forward to your future posts! Don’t forget your sunscreen.

  39. Aprilia Love ● Reply

    Gorgeous post. I love what you are wearing (and the bubble gum!) – it goes so well with the location! I’m dying to visit Nevada!

    x Aprilia

  40. 3lin ● Reply

    I love your bag. where did you get the bags? I love this outfit. Look so vintages and is great for summer as well.
    3lin

  43. Nora ● Reply

    The whole outfit is a 50s perfection! I really need to get myself one of those pants, really figure hugging and just so va-va-voom!! You make me think of a vintage repro postcard I have.. you’re a bombshell!

    Nora
    Nora Finds

  44. Samira ● Reply

    So happy that you posted!!! I couldn’t wait any longer!! love it!! Should come to SC and try the heat over here!! it is intense!!!! love your outfit!!!

  45. Ava ● Reply

    Oh no, Vegas,! Too hot, too American. There is actually something alluring in the surrealism of Las Vegas. If you will be in American for that long I recommend getting out of the heat and going up North to the Bay Area/Wash./Oregon. Its very lovely up there and showcases some of the “better” elements of what can be a frightful country ;). You look beautiful as usual though!

  46. Katie ● Reply

    Yum- looks like technicolour goodness over there. We get very hot summers here in Aus. After a while you just give up on proper makeup and resort to only mascara. Everything else melts! Although powder instead of liquid for foundation should get you through.

  50. Amanda ● Reply

    I love your glasses, and your briefcase looks like what I wish mine would look like! is yours also made out of wicker? I had mine for 9 yrs so it is a bit worn by now but still a lovely hand bag for summer days such as these

  60. Pip ● Reply

    Love this outfit! It’s horribly rainy over here in England, so though it kind of makes me jealous that you’ve got too much sun, I can feel your pain! And you look absolutely beautiful, no squint at all, promise! ♥

    Pip x

  62. Nina the Little Nomad ● Reply

    Your outfit is a dream! It looks so Americana it’s perfect for Nevada! I hate dressing for summer I”m so bad at it, much more of an A/W person. Those trousers are amazing, I’m going to have to look at the BooHoo website now! I hope you have an amazing time in America, I’m so jealous it’s definitely a country on my bucket list.
    xxx

  64. Elle Croft ● Reply

    Wow; this outfit is summer perfection!
    I know what you mean about the squinting; anytime I try to take photos when I’m back in Australia I just look like I’m in pain! Big shades are the only way to go 🙂

  66. Lucy ● Reply

    Love your outfit, great crop top and cute trousers combo…enjoy wearing it while you can – it will be jumpers and umbrellas when you get home!

    x

  70. Emily ● Reply

    love your sunglasses and your trousers! ive got a pair of floral cigarette pants from h&m which i practically live in when im working as they are so comfy and look so cute!

    lifeandstyleofemily.blogspot.com

  72. Kristian ● Reply

    You may have stuck out in Real Life Vegas, but you look like the quintessintial 60s Vegas girl in this! Love it! Have fun visiting family.

  73. Megsy ● Reply

    You look amazing Carrie! I hope you’re having fun – although to be honest I don’t envy you one bit for the hot weather…

  74. Maya ● Reply

    This photoshoop is so convincing! It looks exactly like I imagine the suburbs/white trash (no offence!!) of Vegas

    I love this look, and I wish you get a better weather. I hear you about it – it’s not any better here..:/

    xx from Sunny Tel Aviv

  79. lola ● Reply

    You look stunning babe, I just love your cropped bralet with those floral trousers and as the spice girls once said “too much of something is bad enough” haha I actually remember the backdrop from your last trip! XX

  83. Lucy ● Reply

    GIIIRRLLL! you look uhhhmazing! Seriously done a fab job of the trousers and crop! Can’t say I’m jeal of the heat, I would suffer so much. Come home soon please xxx

  85. Victoria ● Reply

    You look great!

    I’ve just been to Vegas and it did intrigue me thinking about the regular folk who live there.. x

  90. Lucille ● Reply

    These photos are so gorgeous, your outfit is so perfect for the surroundings as well!! Amazing trousers and sunglasses!

    wishfulsinfulyou.blogspot.com

  92. Kim ● Reply

    These photos are amazing. The colours are something we only dreams of here in uk. Beautiful as always!

  93. Emily ● Reply

    Oh man, bubblicious! I used to eat that until i got headaches from the overpowering smell and flavor:)
    Your outfit is lovely and looks perfect in this setting. Hope you enjoy your vacation!

  98. alissa ● Reply

    Yowza! You look great, Carrie! Look thus outfit…retro but still modern. The colours look beautiful in these phtos.

    Hope you’re enjoying your trip!

  108. Dom ● Reply

    AHHH! You are too cute! You looked like you just popped out of the 50’s. Love your pants.

  112. Kate ● Reply

    You look just like an American girl. Wish I could go to your country for three or more weeks. Now that would be a dream come true.

  114. Laura ● Reply

    WOOOW! Those trousers are such an incredible print!
    Look really good with that top aswell!

    Laura x

  115. Ammy ● Reply

    I absolutely love your outfit! I want those trousers. 🙂
    Enjoy your time there and bring back some sunshine with you!

    Ammy x

  118. Sammy ● Reply

    Wow, that reminds me of the golden 90s! Now I wanna go and grab a happy pair of trousers like that! Not a big fan of the crop top on you, but you do look gorg and pull it off ever so nicely.