Fashionable bow tie’s for summer
From ultra-masculine to confidently feminine, there are so many ways for women to wear ties & bow ties. For a classic look, pair a tiny bow tie with shorts & a blazer. Read more: click here
Dior Addict Eau Delice
Writing and reviewing a new perfume is one of my favourite things yet can be somewhat challenging. Not that it’s a difficult subject to write about but merely because perfume is so personal. There are so many perfumes to choose from. Read more: click here
Fornasetti’s Iconic Interior
I am a fan of the Fornasetti candles. And not just because of the intoxicating scents which I love but also the unique candle holders that are true works of art on their own. Read more: click here
Yves Saint Laurent Beautè new Baby Doll eyeliner & mascara
Don’t we all love a great mascara. If we have 5 minutes, or even just two mascara is the ultimate beauty product we use on a daily basis. Read more: click here
A Fashionable Read: “The Style Mentors” by Elyssa Dimant
Elyssa Dimant is a fashion historian and expert in contemporary fashion studies. She works as an adjunct professor at Parsons School of design. As a former curatorial researcher associate at the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art she Read more: click here
Beauty News
Easy Summer Hairstyles
June 18th, 2013
During warm summer days you don’t to be fussing over your hair. Hair (up) do’s that are quick and easy yet stylish is exactly what you’ll be aiming for. Here’s a little inspiration how to achieve that cool and tousled hair effect. Pick a Side Create this bun by pulling your hair into a low ponytail, securing it with an elastic just above the tips of your hair. Then roll the tailRead more...
Pure Pre-Summer Treatment at Pure Cosmetics
June 16th, 2013
As the weather is not what it’s supposed to be and I am continuously juggling between work, family, friends and myself, I thought it would be perfect to have some ‘me-time’. I decided to visit one of my favourite spa’s after a long time: Pure Cosmetics. The new beauty salon of Pure Cosmetics is located in the new area of Haarlem, recently awarded with ‘Best Shopping Center 2013’. The interior ofRead more...
Prada Candy L’Eau. Like winegums in a jar.
June 16th, 2013
What a treat this is. Prada developed a candy like perfume. Sweet and intoxicating at the same time. You know that effect a jar of winegums can have? That scent that escapes when you open that jar or package. You know you won’t stop at one. Prada Candy Eau has the same effect. You keep smelling and if I could I would soak myself in it. Think white musk, loadsRead more...
Riri ♥ M.A.C Summer. Shine bright like diamond. An online exclusive!
June 15th, 2013
Looking for exclusive online M.A.C. summer items? The 20th of June 2013 is your chance. M.A.C cosmetics has collaborated with Riri to develop an ‘out of the box’ summer collection. Expect a duo bronzer, retro matte lipsticks, and high shine polished skin with Lustre drop in Barbados Girl. Shine bright like diamond. Mac CosmeticsRead more...
Goodmorning! Five quick make-up tips to make your eyes look BIGGER
June 15th, 2013
A great eye-opening trick is to apply a light color eye shadow on the base of your eyelid and a darker color at the crease. This adds dimension to you face. Using two different eye shadow shades from the same color family creates instant dimension on your lids. To get the most out of the natural contour of your eye, only apply liner as far as your crease extends. Especially if you're wearingRead more...
Stay blonde with John Frieda Sheer Blonde Everlasting Blonde
June 13th, 2013
The new John Frieda Sheer Blonde Everlasting Blonde Shampoo and Conditioner keeps your ‘hairdresser-fresh-look’ up to 12 weeks. Hairexperts of John Frieda specialized in solutions for colored hair with more than 25 years of experience created this formula with safflower oil and bergamot extracts that keeps the locks soft and blonde. The shampoo and conditioner must be used three times a week to enjoy the lasting results up to 12 weeks. www.johnfrieda.nlRead more...
Fashion News
Heading to London next week? Check out passion for vintage fashion on the 25th!
June 18th, 2013
If you have a passion for vintage fashion this is the place to be. The summer vintage sale at Kerry Taylor auctions. What they do? They sell antique costume through to 20th century street fashion and haute couture. and include accessories, luggage, costume jewellery, fashion illustrations, literature, and photographs, fabric swatch books, and much more. Fiet view! The once a year ‘Passion for fashion’ sale includes Kelly Bags, and Hermes inRead more...
RA Antwerp a platform for artistic talent
June 14th, 2013
Since opening in 2009, RA Antwerp has stood as a platform of support for directional fashion and emerging artistic talent in Antwerp, Belgium. The space in the heart of the city comprises of four key components - a fashion retail concept, a bustling café restaurant, an art gallery space and curated bookstore. The sprawling building on the Kloosterstraat is decorated with site-specific installations by local and international artists, which includeRead more...
Fashionable bow tie’s for summer
June 6th, 2013
From ultra-masculine to confidently feminine, there are so many ways for women to wear ties & bow ties. For a classic look, pair a tiny bow tie with shorts & a blazer. Neutral & muted colors give this look a prep-school vibe, while a pop of color takes it out of the classroom. Wear them with wedges or heels to add some femininity. Wear them with brogues or flats to achieveRead more...
Lifestyle News
Miniature World Photo Manipulations by 14-Year Old
June 19th, 2013
Zev is the 14-year-old artist behind these miniature photo manipulations. The young photographer and retoucher (of course Photoshop) has been sharing his work through Flicker under the name Fiddle Oak since 2011. We love the results (especially the sepia photo’s) and wouldn’t couldn't keep this for you… Read more...
RA Antwerp a platform for artistic talent
June 14th, 2013
Since opening in 2009, RA Antwerp has stood as a platform of support for directional fashion and emerging artistic talent in Antwerp, Belgium. The space in the heart of the city comprises of four key components - a fashion retail concept, a bustling café restaurant, an art gallery space and curated bookstore. The sprawling building on the Kloosterstraat is decorated with site-specific installations by local and international artists, which includeRead more...
Peter Lindbergh – Images of women
June 12th, 2013
Who doesn’t love Peter Lindberg’s work? It was the era of the supermodels, a phenomenon he himself had helped create and he left his own unique stamp upon it influencing an entire generation of fashion photographers with his unmistakeable style. Lindbergh was always far more interested in individuality and personality of his models than in perfection and glamour, qualities you might associate with portraiture rather than fashion photography. The introductionRead more...
