♫ Shawty had them Apple Bottom jeans, jeans, boots with the fur, with the fur.

Flo Rida’s seasoned song echoed in my head the first time I put on these boots. To be blatantly honest, I never considered wearing fur boots in my life. I always thought that they were passé and that only one out of ten people could actually wear it well. But that is what fashion is about, isn’t it? Taking risks, trying one’s limits and wanting to go beyond them.

In general, life is like that as well. You’ll never know if you never try. Nevertheless the act of trying is often not easy. Each and every one of us is frightened that we might fall short and discourage not only ourselves but also the people around us. In turn, we prefer settling wherever we feel sheltered, instead of truly making an effort to progress. But why settle for less when you can have much more? The key is to have confidence in one’s self, as well as one’s capabilities. Keep in mind that not being successful at first is nothing but ordinary.

Starting this 2013, choose to live a blissful life of ‘oh wells’ than a desperate life of ‘what ifs’.

Gray Forever 21 snowflakes printed pullover [Therese’s gift], Red bandage skirt [Zara], Aviator Tech sunglasses [Ray-Ban], Gold owl necklace [Chatuchak Weekend Market Bkk], Black fur boots [Hong Kong], Hermes Twilly silk scarves and Hermes Amazonia Brown Buffalo Leather Garden Party MM [Signatures by Cristina], Nails by Nail It! Salon | Photos by Dana Decena

What are you waiting for? Collect the courage, go out and start trying today. ;)