Styling Tips; Transitioning to Fall

Slowly, but surely fashion is transitioning to fall. The latest collections in all stores are fall fashion. And even though it seams that the weather and myself are not quite ready yet for this transition, I am looking forward to layering, new color pallets and interesting fabrics and textures. 

Below some summer to fall styling :)

Images via; J.Crew.com

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Picnic & Maxi Skirt

One of Amsterdam's summer charms is that as soon as the sun is shining, you see people sitting anywhere and everywhere. Along the canals, on the side of the street and the pac is packed everybody enjoying the nice weather. That's all we've been up to this weekend. Starting with an easy picnic last Friday (tip; no travel coffee mugs? use an empty glass jar).

Happy Monday!

 Maxi Skirt; Forever21 (last summer), Jeans vest; H&M, Lace front top; DIY, Bag; Thrifted

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Outfit Post; Lace Skirt

 Once again I challenged myself to get the most out of my clothes. you might remember this "skirt" (actually a dress) "here" (click to view) as a dress in Portugal, or "here" (click to view) as a top. I have come to discover that this lace dress is very versatile!

Top; H&M, Lace dress; Market, Cross-body bag; Vintage, Fringe bracelet; Fauv.nl, others; Forever21, J.Crew 

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Outfit Post; Palazzo Pants

In the hopes to be able to enjoy that last of what we in Holland call summer (the bi-polar effects of the weather; sunshine, rain, sunshine, rain), at least I got to wear some summer clothes in Curaçao. 

Including my palazzo pants (don't you just think they scream summer?! I LOVE)

Top & Earrings; Forever21, Heels; Unknown, bracelets; DIY, Pineapple fan; Accessorize, Palazzo Pants; Emilia (Local boutique on Curaçao, but get it "here", similar "here")

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Salmon Tartar

Happy Monday! For those who follow me on Instagram, might have seen this dish come by somewhere last week. This recipe I got, inspired by a young chef I know in Spain. It was not the same as when he made it, but I did quite impress myself with this one. 

It's as easy as 1, 2, 3!

What you need;

Fresh filet of salmon 

Cherry tomatoes

Firm yet ripe avocado

Fresh Chives

Drop of olive oil

Some fresh (fruity) vinegar

White pepper

1. Cut everything up into little cubes and snip the chives in
2. Add the drop of olive oil, vinegar and white pepper to taste
3. Scoop it into a small spring form ad slightly press it down

Et voila! Your Salmon tartar ready to be served

note; serve by itself as an appetizer or with a side of fresh pasta as a main

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Rainbow of Glitters

Did anybody in Amsterdam go watch the Gay Pride frenzy yesterday? I just happen to have this rainbow color umbrella and I wear it year round (not just on gay weekends) You might know that I love bold colors and am not afraid to wear them :) Nobody should be afraid to express themselves and that is what this weekend also entailed, I think. Happy Sunday!

Top; H&M, Jeans; Banana Republic, Flats; Nine West (old), Bag; BCBG, Bracelets; Forever21, DIY, J.Crew, Nail Polish; American Apparel - Neon Pink

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Rainbow Pop

 I just got these earrings in from Asos.com (On sale now! "here"). I thought they would transition perfectly into fall, with the emerald green and the light pink color combo. 

Tomorrow Is Gay Pride in Amsterdam and in honoring them, my Papabubble rainbow pop! (sugar overdose!)

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1 Dress, 2 Ways; Island Style vs. City Chic

Island Style;                                                                    

Pairing it with some colorful sandals, accessorizing it with island style pieces such as a coral necklace and a raffia clutch.

City Chic;

Wearing metallic flats, accessorizing it with quirky accessories, like a pom-pom chocker and a fringe clutch.

Dress; H&M, 

Island Style; Necklace; Amrita Signh, Sandals; River Island, 

City Style; Bracelet; Marni for H&M, Clutch; DIY, Flats; Zara for kids

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Love Her Style; Rita Ora

Love her style; upcoming artist Rita Ora. This Brit-chick has a fun "good-bad-girl" style; playful, stylish, just plain her. She reminds me of a mix of Rihanna and Gwen Stefani (pre-kids), tough girls glam. 

I'm all about the balance of opposites anyway and she is a perfect fashion muse!

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Children of the Fields

Pictures were taken in Curaçao (on private property). I had tons of fun with this shoot, I must say I am totally in my own element in the fields :) 

Top, Necklace & Shorts; H&M, Bracelets (Left to Right); Forever21, J. Crew, DIY's, Sunnies; Vintage Armani Exchange (borrowed from mom)

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