Style-Crushing on Soraya Pena of ChicFlavours

This month’s Style Crush feature is all about the wonderful and very colorful Soraya Pena of the fashion and travel blog ChicFlavours. We met Soraya during a style event in the Windy City and the minute we laid eyes on her we knew we must introduce this bubbly gal to you. So read on and find out what makes her tick!

FashionFiles: Tell us a little bit about yourself. How did you get into fashion and blogging? How long have you had your blog?

I was born and raised in Venezuela then later moved to Chicago to pursue a BA in Hospitality Management. After living in Chicago for about six years my husband and I moved to Abu Dhabi, and now I split my time between both cities. Chic Flavours started out of a combination of boredom and my interest IN fashion! I went to school for Hospitality Management, but always had a strong fascination for fashion. Starting a blog gave me the opportunity to explore my creativity and share my passion for clothes, colors and travels with others.

FF: Describe your personal style?

I love the combination between sexy and elegant. I like being on-trend and adding a little “flavour” to every outfit, but always keeping my outfits true to myself, feminine and classic.

FF: What are your style words to live by?

My mom always say, “en la variedad esta el gusto” which translates to, “ variety is the spice of life.” One day I might be wearing a lace jumpsuit, the next day a pair of skinny jeans and over the weekend wear a LBD for date night with my husband. I love keeping my readers guessing!

FF: Who are your style icons?

Carolina Herrera and Blake Lively

FF: What are your favorite designers?

Carolina Herrera, Stella Jean, Oscar de La Renta, Alexis

FF: Your closet is on fire! What three items do you save and why?

My go-to Sensi Studio fedora, a white summer dress and a white button down shirt.

FF: Whose wardrobe would you swap with in a heartbeat and why?

Olivia Palermo! Olivia Palermo seems to have such a wide variety of items in her closet, either cute Ferragamo flats while she walks her dog or beautiful high-end pieces.

FF: What is the best piece of shopping advice you’ve ever received?

Always ask yourself how many times would you wear this before buying it.

FF: What is your best and worst shopping habit?

Best shopping: finding the best sales online. Worst shopping habit: compulsive online shopping

FF: Which trend(s) do you really like for the new season?

Boho chic

FF: Which trend(s) you would never be caught wearing?

Never say never, right!? I am always open to trying new trends.

FF: What trend(s) from the past would you like to make a comeback?

I want more of the high waited boyfriend jeans trend! It’s comfortable yet chic!

FF: What is your fashion faux pas?

My number one fashion faux pas I can’t stand is visible braw straps! Come on girls!

FF: What is your fantasy purchase? 

Limited access to Moda Operandi!

FF: What is the one item that every woman should have in her closet?

A white button down shirt.

FF: What is the most treasured item in your closet? My mom’s jewelry passed on from my grandmother.

FF: Flats or heels?

Heels always!

FF: Color on neutrals?

Colors!

FF: Finish the sentence: If I wasn’t a fashion blogger, I would be….

Owner of my own e-commerce website.

Isn’t she a delight!? Be sure to visit Soraya’s blog, ChicFlavours and follow her adventures on Instagram. And if you really like her style, you can shop some of her picks below.