Gift ideas for the 25th

Shopping season actually began last week after thanksgiving (but who needs an excuse anyway?). I must say that since I'm not going back home and just spending christmas in Amsterdam with close friends, I don't have to buy many presents, but it shouldn't hurt surfing the web for inspiration. Below are some of my picks for "that certain person". Maybe you even get some ideas :)

The books

• Gifts from the kitchen
• The Gospel according to Coco Chanel
• Charley Harper

Personal gifts

• Apron
• Tokyo Milk- Roll on perfume 
• Scratch-off map 

The gadget

• Microwave chips maker
• Heart hole puncher
• polaroid

To share with friends

• Napkins
• candle
• Coaster set

Beauty Products; Nails & Lips

Lately I have been obsessing over deep reds, burgundy's, bordeaux etc. Not just for clothes, but also beauty items (Below you will find what I'm wearing).

Top; Urban Oufitters

Nails; Essie- Wicked

Lips; Liner; Maybelline - Midnight Plum

Lipstick; Clinique - High impact SPF15 - Magenta Rose

Home Decorating; Incorporating color

Ok, so I'm guessing it might be clear that I love a lot of color. Actually our bedroom is all white, with accent colors. I recently hung this picture of my boyfriend and I at Santa Monica Pier on our LA trip. I enhanced the colors and it just "pops" (it was a accidental spontaneous picture that actually came out great). The perfect addition to our blank walls. Downstairs in the living room I hung lights (I call them picnic light), they create a wonderful atmosphere. I also got 2 little cacti with pink and orange tops! I love them :) and they fit nice with my serape, my souvenir from LA, Olvera Street. What do you think?? 

Outfit Post; Sweet November

Yesterday I had some friends over for dinner, I made paella. In the morning I walked through this little park while walking over to the market for fresh produce. I love the willow trees in the park, hanging over the canals. Such a mystical feel to it I find.

Coat & Dress; Forever21, Booties; H&M, Clutch; Primark, Necklace; J. Crew

Mini bar

Mini bars are making a come back. It's not that we are all boozers, but it's easy entertaining. Now that the holidays are approaching, you might have people coming over etc. It's easy and it looks nice to have a well stocked mini bar. These images are all well presented and amazing I find, oh and I popped my own in there as well. So what do you think, Shaken or stirred?? XO

Pictures via; Society Social

DIY - Photo Frame Tray {Video}

Here is DIY video on how to transform a photo frame into a little tray. I love to drink coffee or tea and even if it's just for myself I'd like it to look cute :) This photo frame size is a perfect personal tray. Or use it on your vanity for your perfume bottles or jewelry. Hope you like the video!! XO

Outfit Post; DIY Mullet Skirt

Happy T-day!! Hope everybody is having a great time, not too stressful and all :) I'm about to leave the house to go to my friends house who is hosting a Thanksgiving dinner and I'm helping her out. Growing up we never did Thanksgiving, but now with my American BF and half American friends we grew into it. Oh and since we are not too traditional anyway, we spared a turkey (like the president, I recently learned), but of course lots of other yummy food. 

Gobble gobble!! 

DIY mullet skirt, Bag; BCBG, Vest; Market, Boots; Dr. Adams. 

New in; Boots

Hi there, I got these last week in "the spur of the moment". I was never big on fur, maybe because I grew up on an island where it's always 30*C and sunny (oh and well these of course are faux fur). Then I saw them, tried them on and bought them (on sale!). Maybe it's the fashion frenzy that won me over or maybe it's the fact I hung out with a half Russian last weekend, but I'm in love with my newest purchase! and they love me back keeping my feet warm these cold days. 

Outfit Post; Black & White

Good Monday, in Amsterdam it has been very misty these last days. Even though I like color and all, I am automatically drawn to wearing darker colors. Wearing; Cropped blazer; Zara (old), Top; Urban Outfitters, Leggings; BCBG, Clutch & arm warmers; Primark, Booties & Jacket(on sale now!); H&M, Necklace; DIY

Thanks for stopping by :)

Lips; Maybelline - The Shine - Bordeaux

Nails; Essie - Licorice + H&M Sticker 

DIY- Dinnerware {Video}

Hi lovelies, last week I got a new set of plates (sort of). Bored of the old ones, I thought of a budget-friendly way to serve new plates. Below is a tutorial, with some tips etc. on how to "DIY Dinnerware". Hope you enjoy it! XO

   

Nail art; Seeing stars

Hi there, so recently I've started using nail stickers and love it! I think it's much chicer if you just have one nail with a print/art. I went for my ring finger with stars and painted the rest black. The nail stickers are from H&M (they also have hearts and leopard print) and nail polish is from Essie-Licorish. Ofcourse don't forget to use a base coat to protect your nails from dark polishes and a top coat for long lasting-no chip nails. For a quick dry I use a "drip drop" oil by O.P.I. Et voila! a awesome manicure! XO

My guest post; "Drastic Plastic"

 

 Hi lovelies, I got the chance to write a guest outfit post for "Drastic Plastic". I found it really nice, being able to share my opinion with others. Thanks again Tereza!! 

Some more pictures from the guest post, oh and check out her blog too!

XO

Outfit Post; Classic with a twist

Hi there, here's a challenge; create the cheapest look with what's in your closet. I guess you can't go wrong with jeans and a white button-down. My entire outfit (minus the shoes) are from Primark, now beat that budget shopper! I honestly believe that anybody can make cheap clothes look expensive, as long as it's combined well :) Well here is my cheap look... you think I pulled it off?? XO

Beauty Product; Save don't splurge

Hi lovelies, one thing is for sure when it comes to beauty products, they could cost hands full! another thing that's for sure is that I love experimenting and trying out new things when it comes to beauty products. Now that the holidays are approaching and much more money will be spent, here is a way to save up on those beauty products and still keep your regime. XO

Images via; www.refinery29.com

DIY - Embellished Cuff

Hi lovelies, I am really excited to share this video. Passed week I posted "Cuff Love" and got inspired by myself (oops). So today I made my own embellished cuff. In this DIY video I show and give tips on how to embellish your own cuff. My cuff is from J. Crew. For other materials needed, you could go to a crafts, sewing or bead store.

Thanks for watching!! XO

Outfit Post; Urban Safari

Once again it was a tad bit chillier than I expected, hence the layering.

Shoes; DV, Cargo pants; J. Crew, Shirt; Vintage, Clutch; Monki, Cardigan; Old Navy, Pashmina Scarf; Gifted from Saudi Arabia, Necklace; DIY

Lips of Babel

Through Motilo (fashion-focused social network), I discovered this video. It is by former model, Elle Muliarchyk. She took 24 international top models and had them say a tongue twister in their own language. It is so impressive! I was happy to see a Dutch model (4th) between the bunch and I could actually twist the tongue twister too! Is there one in your language as well? XO

Jewelry; Cuff love

I always love big pieces of jewelry. These aren't just cuffs, these are amazing embellished cuffs that add an extra to any outfit! They had me going "goo-goo" all over the net. Maybe good to add to a certain holiday wish list, because before you know it it's that time ;)

1. M+J Savitt
2. Av Max
3. Trina Turk
4. Neiman Marcus
5. Asha by ADM
6. Max & Chloe