Showing posts with label Look. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Look. Show all posts

Friday, May 11, 2018

Flower Girl

If there is one thing I love it's the Netherlands in the spring time. The dark rainy clouds go away and make place for a beautiful blue sky, everyone is in a good mood -unless it's too hot then everyone is complaining again- and all the flowers bloom and leave this amazing sweet scent in the air. 

Last week I was lucky enough to do something that has been on my bucket list for ages: walk through a field full of tulips. Now this might sound a bit crazy, but it's honestly one of the best things I have done. It made me so happy to just sit there between the pink florals and have the sun shine on my face.
A friend and I actually drove for about an hour before we discovered this beautiful field -doing it for the gram- and it was totally worth it. I was wearing my new Oysho maxi dress that I picked up in Barcelona and together with an old flower crown from Primark that had been lying around in my closet I felt like a Coachella version of Beyoncé, and don't we all want to feel like that on a hot spring day?


If you are thinking about visiting the Netherlands I highly recommend coming around mid-April to mid-May. All the flowers will be in bloom and you can tick this of your bucket list yourself. This field was in the town 'Petten', but you can find them everywhere in the Netherlands. 'Lisse' is actually the most known place, since the floral show Keukenhof is also there, so just rent a car and keep driving till you see a sea of beautiful colours. 

I can't wait till next year to visit my new happy place again. In the meantime I'll just buy some tulips to keep the flower power alive haha!

What are your favourite flowers?


Wednesday, April 25, 2018

The Denim Dunagaree

Ever since Friends released on Netflix this year and I can get an unlimited supply of Monica, Rachel, Phoebe, Joey, Chandler and Ross and my 90's feels have been off the charts. Especially in the first few seasons the girls are rocking their 90’s looks and it really made me want to buy a pair of dungarees. So I did.

I found myself this pair of black denim dungarees on ASOS after trying on a few more pairs at other high street shops. This one seemed the best and after sizing down -never happens to me- it looked even better. I love the quality of the denim and ASOS own brand never disappoints me. It's mainly all I buy from the web shop.
I don't know what it is but when I have them on I feel like such a toddler. Especially with my Converse and stripy top from Monki. All that's missing is a big rainbow lollipop, some kid’s telly and my mum telling me not to stuff my face with sweets.
When I'm not dressing like a 4 year old I also like pairing it with a white striped tee and some Adidas Stan Smith kicks or just casually with a basic t-shirt and some sliders. What's good about dungarees is that they are such a universal piece and go with lots of stuff. I didn't think of that before but now that I own them I can't get enough. 

I chose for black denim because they are more slimming on the thighs, but seeing Rachel in her blue denim dungarees kind of makes me want that one too. Now I just need to win the lottery and I can make all my 90’s fashion dreams come true.

Are you a fan of dungarees?


Wednesday, March 21, 2018

The White Chelsea Boots

If there is one thing you should know about me it's that I am head over heels in love with shoes. I own too many pairs than I can wear and I keep on purchasing more because when I'm in a shoe store I can't think of any reasons why not to purchase them. 

It wasn't any different when I was in The Hague and popped into Topshop with a friend. I recently bought these bright pink suede boots on sale so we wanted to have a look and see if they still had them there. Well, we didn't find the pink boots, but I did find a couple of other stunning heeled shoes. There was a buy one get one free offer going on as well, so I added two more pairs to my collection, some Beyoncé worthy black buckle boots and these white Chelsea boots which make me feel like I am walking straight out of That '70s Show.

You might think: why would you ever buy white boots. They get dirty so fast and make your feet look enormous, and as those things are all true I just liked the way they looked so much that that outweighed everything else. They were also discounted from €120 to €45 and as I got the buckle boots (also originally €120) for free I was like heck yes. Add a cheeky staff discount and they were even more of a catch. But yeah, here I am posing my ass off in cold, but sunny, Amsterdam. I love the chunky heel and the Chelsea style and they make me transform from plain jane in a funky 70s icon in seconds. Crazy how shoes can make you feel like that. 

Anyways, I will continue rocking these boots throughout the summer with a cute floral dress and a denim jacket. If by that time I have not found a new pair of shoes I am obsessed with and that honestly will be the case haha!

Have you jumped on the white shoes train yet?


Monday, December 18, 2017

Little Red Chelsea Boots

If there is one thing I do well -besides eating and sleeping, obviously- it's finding the best items that are on sale. I love searching for a good deal -especially online because shops during sale season are a mess- and when I find one I get all excited and happy. As I said in the '10 things that instantly make me feel happy' post, shopping really cures any kind of sad mood I'm in, so when I found these red babes I was all pumped up.

Little of a back story here, I have been looking for red boots for ages now. I mean I want cute comfy ones, but not too expensive. Well let me tell you that's not easy to find. I searched everywhere, but a pair of gorgeous red boots won't come cheap and since I'm very poor at the moment -saving for NYC and stuff- I wasn't able to spend big bucks on a pair of boots that I'll probably won’t like next winter season anyways. 
There enters Primark. The store that always saves the day when it comes to my fashion struggles. I spotted these red Chelsea boots at Primark in Amsterdam about five weeks ago. There was one size 39 left, but there were a few marks on the shoe, so after an internal conversation with myself -do you have those too or is it just me? - I put them at the same spot where I found them and walked away. I hoped I would find them in London a week later, but after searching at two big Primark stores I only found the gold version -on sale- and I was gutted I didn't pick them up in Amsterdam. If they were silver I would be all happy -silver boots are still on my list, so if you know a good pair let this girl know!- but gold is not really my kind of colour. 
Fast forward to last Wednesday when I went to Primark in The Hague -that store is everywhere isn't it?- and spotted my gorgeous red boots, on sale , and in a size 39 -three pairs actually, so I picked the nicest one-. These babes ended up being €10 (!) and it honestly made my day. I also grabbed three hats whilst I was there and came to a smashing total of €23 at the till. That's what a fashionable, but poor, student loves to hear! The boots are faux suede, so not perfect for winter weather, but I don't care. I bloody love them so much!

I took them out for a proper walk today in Amsterdam and although my feet feel a bit sore, they do take my outfit to the next level. The red colour popped with my blue leopard fluffy coat and I felt so sassy when I had them on. Like I'm a proper adult walking the catwalk street and not giving a damn about the red being a bit too much. If only Primark could bring out the silver version too, then my shoe collection would be really complete. I already have so many pairs of shoes, but there is always room for one more, right?

What is your favourite shoe colour? Mine is definitely black, red and silver!



Saturday, August 19, 2017

My new babies from ASOS

No, I'm not pregnant - I have a lovely monthly reminder for that- but I do have a new addition to my family. My shoe family to be more precise. I was browsing on ASOS for fun, although it's never really for fun because I always end up buying stuff, when I saw them. These gorgeous classic studded shoes. I tried to get them out of my head, but it was simply impossible to not think about them every day so I decided to just say yes and purchase them.

Now what shoes made me go crazy for a few days? The ASOS SIXTH SENSE Studded Mid Shoes, of course! The thing that made me fall in love with them is the croc effect and the silver studs on the ankle straps. They look so stylish and perfect for every occasion. Job interview. Yes. Birthday party. Yes. Just any day of the week. Yes. See how they enrich my life? And because my toes are covered I don't have to worry about chipped nail polish or any other foot drama that is going on down there. They are super comfy as well, true to size and in comparison to my other pointed ASOS shoes, my feet are not dying. They have a bit of a heel which I like a lot. I mean I am all about high heels, but not when I physically can't walk in them, so I'm good with these. 

In my opinion these shoes look way more expensive than €54. I feel like Miranda Priestly from The Devil Wears Prada who is on her way to an important business meeting when I walk down the street. The only thing missing from that is an expensive designer bag and a devilish attitude where people turn the other way around when they see you. Not that I want that but the fancy designer bag on the other hand sounds quite nice, don't ya think?

What do you think of these shoes?



Monday, June 12, 2017

The LBD

There is nothing a little black dress can't fix. Especially with the recent temperatures I find myself in difficult situations because what do you wear that is breathable and still looks cute? My answer: a dress!
Floral prints are the usual thing, but since I have a love for the colour black, most of my dresses are, indeed, black. Today I want to show you two different styles of two dresses that I have worn a ton the last couple of weeks.

The first is a simple boyfriend tee with a deep cut-out v. I found it in Topshop for, believe it or not, 20 euros. How amazing is that? They also have one without the v which is a bit cheaper, but I loved this little detail and the fact that I don't have to cut it myself. Clumsy me will probably mess that up haha. I am quite tall too and this dress is not the longest but it works, even for me. I just have to make sure that I bend down gracefully without flashing anyone. 


Speaking of flashing, this dress from Jutka & Riska has a shortness problem. I mean it works, but the dress underneath comes up to my butt. The upper layer covers everything perfectly though and I love the off shoulder, embroidery detail too much to not buy it. I just have to make sure that whenever the wind comes I grab the dress tight to avoid awkward situations, especially on the London Underground. -yup that has happened-
When I laid eyes on this dress I knew that I had to try it on. I loved everything about it. The fact that it's from a more independent brand, so it's almost one of a kind, the gorgeous embroidery detail at the front and back and the on trend off shoulder look made me like it a lot. Ooh and it was half price too, so I ended up paying 40 euros. Lucky me!

As you can see these dresses are almost the opposite of each other but are very special and unique in their own way. Perfect for those days where you have no idea what to wear.

What is your favourite dress for the summer?


Monday, April 24, 2017

Obsessed with Stripes


Stripes. Such a classic when it comes to fashion and no matter what season it is they are always in style. Now I have a sweet spot in my heart for these vertical and horizontal lines. Back in my teenage years I had this big oversized stripy shirt that I wore to death. I actually had two of them and it was safe to say I didn't change my outfit as much as I should have. I did change the shirts though. When one was being washed I would wear the other shirt. Such a smart idea, right?

Back to the present where I still love my stripes and do change my outfit more frequently. When my eye fell on this top from SheIn* I had to get it. I have been a huge fan of the off shoulder trend and this top combines that with one of the other mega trends this season: ruffles. It gives the top this bohemian, stylish edge and makes me fall in love with stripes all over again. 

Although I can't wait to rock this top with a black denim skirt and sandals it's a bit too cold at the moment. That's why I paired it with a pair of blue mom jeans, some faux suede mules and a double buckle belt. No worries, when I was out and about I also threw on my furry coat. -Yes, it has been that kind of cold. I wouldn't be surprised if snow started to fall down from the sky.- 
I haven't worn blue jeans in such a long time, but I love the look of these with the dark blue top. The buckle belt also goes great with the outfit and a bouquet of fresh tulips makes every picture better don’t ya think?

I will be hopping off to warmer temperatures this week -Go to my Instagram to see it all- and I can't wait to wear this top A LOT. Maybe pairing it with a pinafore dress or some floral shorts, who knows? I definitely packed enough to match this top with absolutely anything! #travelproblems

What is your favourite trend this season?

*The item with a * was kindly send to me. My opinion and fabulous outfits are completely my own.


Saturday, March 25, 2017

A Chatty Saturday

Catching up with friends is one of my favourite things to do. I have been lunching and brunching for the last couple of weeks and although my bank account is less happy with my splurges on food, my tummy says otherwise. There is just something about discovering new hip places, eating delicious food and reminiscing about the good ol' days and the exciting things to come.

On Saturday a friend and I went to a place down town for some food, ginger teas and hot chocolate. I decided to go for a comfortable outfit. Weekends screams comfort to me and also the fact that I felt crappy because it was that time of the month was why I went for my velvet wide leg pants from Topshop
What I like about these -there is a blazer as well, but I decided to separate the suit- is that they look incredibly stylish but are comfy too. I actually saw a stripy pair at H&M that has my name all over it and can't wait to try them on.
I combined my velvet pants with -surprise surprise- a Topshop jumper. Shall I say that working at Topshop definitely has its perks? I love the pop of red and although it's not that visible in the photo I am really wearing it underneath my big fluffy coat. I brought this coat with me on my Copenhagen & Sweden trip and I must say that I have fallen madly in love with it. I picked it up at a flea market last year but never wore it out as much. Copenhagen has definitely been a game changer for me on many things, including my love for bright blue leopard printed coats. 
To make it even comfier I put on my Adidas Stan Smiths. I love wide leg pants with white sneakers, so I might have made a naughty purchase last night at ASOS and ordered another pair of Adidas sneakers. They had 20% off so I also looked at other stuff but I held myself together and only went for the sneakers. 

Wide leg pants are definitely the key piece for me this spring/summer season. Comfy, stylish, perfect for cycling, typical Dutch weather and amazing for lunch dates with friends!

What are your thoughts on wide leg pants?

Friday, February 17, 2017

Follow me around Brighton & London: OOTD

If you have seen my last travel vlog you know I went to Brighton and London. Whilst I was there I also shot a few clips of my outfit. Funnily enough it's almost the same outfit (I swear I wore something different on the Saturday). This was just the most comfy thing to wear and I did not have a lot of space in my suitcase #travelproblems. See it as like a follow me around kinda video where I show you a bit of me and the beautiful cities I visit.
I had a lot of fun editing it and it's hands down my favourite video that is on the channel right now. Something about travelling and filming a few clips of that experience makes me so happy. Especially when I look at the video now. It takes you back to that exact moment and makes me feel warm and fuzzy inside. All the feels people!

As always give it a thumbs up and subscribe!

Tuesday, February 14, 2017

The Baker Boy Hat

Sometimes you get the feeling that your outfit is missing something. It can be a belt, some jewellery or in my case: a hat. I have a few fedoras lying around, but I wanted something different. After a big search on ASOS -love that website- I came across this black baker boy hat and it's one of the best purchases I made last year. 

You have these hats in a lot of different varieties. Mine is a mixture of fake leather and a cotton fabric. I also like the wool ones, but you can see every piece of fluff on that and also the fact that I have long hair -that I find everywhere-, it has put me off from buying the wool baker boy hat.
Now I don't wear hats all the time. Usually when my hair becomes a bit greasy and it can't be saved with dry shampoo I pop on a hat. I hear you thinking ''Why don't you wash your hair then?'' Well the thing is I don't like washing my hair. It takes forever and it's just a big job that I don't like to do. I do was it though, usually after 4-5 days. But anyways, whenever I'm lazy with my hair I have been wearing this hat and it's been the biggest lifesaver for me. Not only does it cover up the mess that's on my head, it looks stylish af. 

When I was in London I brought my hat too. I saved it till the last day of the trip to wear it because by that time the freshly washed hair mood was long gone. It really added something to my outfit and together with my faux fur coat, fringe hem jeans and Stan Smith trainers it looked pretty good. If I may say so myself. And that's what it's all about in the end isn't it? That you wear something you feel comfortable in and makes you feel extra good about yourself. 

Do you like the baker boy hat or are you more a fedora girl?

Thursday, January 19, 2017

My Black Faux Fur Coat

Now that temperature is in the minus region I'm always seen with a thick jumper and a fluffy coat. I already talked about my leopard coat from Topshop, I love that coat to bits, but sometimes I do like to change it up a bit.

I picked up this coat last year at a flea market in Amsterdam. I was actually able to buy three coats for 70 euros which I thought was an amazing deal. I definitely wear this one the most. It's black which helps a lot when I need a coat to match my outfit and I love the big pockets on the side. Perfect for my phone and public transport card when I am on the go. It's also incredibly soft and looks so good considering the fact it was a second hand coat.
I matched my coat with my Topshop Fringe Hem Jamie Jeans and snake skin booties from Primark. I'm also wearing the black and white jumper that I showed in my haul, but the scarf is covering up that bit quite well. That jumper is one of my recent faves and it was on sale too, such a bargain!

And if you are looking for a perfect spot for an outfit photo in Amsterdam this is the one. I took this photo near the ‘Negen Straatjes’ -great food places there as well- and it's so lovely with the canals and these stairs that lead up to someone’s house. Wish I will live in a property like that some day!

What is your favourite coat?


Sunday, December 25, 2016

The Christmas Make-up Look 2016

Christmas Day means going all out with glittery gold eyes and red lips. I thought I'd share my look for the day to give you some last minute inspiration. Hope you enjoy!

Wednesday, December 14, 2016

The Fringe Hem Jeans and Velvet Boots

Velvet always comes back every autumn/winter season and when I saw these black velvet boots from Topshop I was sold. They are surprisingly comfortable and look so amazing on. I’m very tall, but these boots give me even another bit of extra height and I really get the whole BeyoncĂ© vibe going when I walk in them. 

Today I paired my velvet boots with a pair of Fringe Hem Jamie jeans from Topshop. I have been wearing the plain Jamie jeans for about four years and I was in the mood for a bit of a change. The fringe hem looks so nice and adds a lot of texture to the outfit. I have seen a lot of those fringe jeans on people and loved them immediately. That's why I was so happy to spot them in the Jamie version, because I hate looking for a new pair of jeans and Jamie fits me so well.


No surprise that I'm rocking my faux fur leopard coat to finish the look. It’s just so comfy, fluffy and warm. I really wear it all the time, even though I have three other faux fur coats hanging right in my closet. Next time I will give those a feature on here!


Do you already have a velvet item in your wardrobe?


Friday, December 2, 2016

The Flower Power Skirt


In the past couple of months I've really changed up my style and sort of got back to the high school me with all my colours and quirky items and given them a more grown up vibe. I still love my minimalistic black, white and grey, but a bit of colour won't hurt anyone.

When I saw this skirt in Topshop I was sold. I actually work there, so whenever a new item comes in I'm drooling and the fact that I walk past it a 100 times a day doesn’t help either: I just had to get it. I'm really happy I did though. The skirt fits perfectly around my curves and is not too big around the waist. The flowers make it more fun and give the basic black skirt a bit more sass.

I think it will last me long as well, since the flowers scream spring to me, but even that doesn't hold me back from wearing it with my cosy red Topshop sweater and over the knee boots from Public Desire, who btw are absolute babes as well. I mean look at them! They keep me warm and look so sexy. They definitely make me feel like Beyoncé when I put them on.

An embroidered piece like this is an absolute must in everyone's wardrobe this season. Jeans, boots, bags, skirts, you name it: everything has to have a touch of flowers. Can't wait to get the matching denim jacket as well. Or maybe that will be too much flower power for one look?

Do you already have an embroidered piece in your wardrobe?

Thursday, November 17, 2016

The Faux Fur Leopard Coat

When all you want to do is stay in bed with a hot cuppa tea and a good book you know it's time for you winter wardrobe. For me this contains of chunky jumpers, velvet dresses and a snuggly coat. Last year, I was quite happy to find three winter coats on a flea market. I am normally really fussy about coats so I was over the moon when I finally found some good ones. And the price helped quite a bit too haha.

Now this winter time I didn't have my hopes up high. I already have a lot of lovely coats in my closet and I really didn't need another one. That's when I spotted this coat in Topshop. Since I work there I know exactly what is new and can snatch it away as soon as it’s in the store. That also happened with this coat. I saw it, tried it on and had to make the purchase. I have to say I'm quite happy I did. Leopard is a huge trend this A/W season and I see so many people rocking this style. 

It was a big buy (€125), but it was all worth it. The coat is as soft as a teddy bear and I have noticed that I stroke myself sometimes. I know, I know, a bit weird, but with a coat as soft as this one you would probably do the same. I like the print since it's not your usual leopard print. Normally the brown colour is way deeper and warm. This on the other hand is light and a bit more cool-toned.

I definitely have a crush on leopard print and I can't wait to get more items with that funky edge. We have some amazing bags in as well that would totally match my coat. Or maybe I'll just wait for the winter sale, because I know there will probably be some lovely items for grabs there.
Coat - Topshop
Chunky Jumper - ASOS
Jeans - Topshop
Shoes - Van Haren (Dutch brand)
Bag - Zara
Hat - ASOS

Have you found your perfect winter coat yet?

Wednesday, October 12, 2016

My Purple ASOS Velvet Sock Booties


ASOS is one of the best things that happened to my wardrobe, but at the same time it's also the worst because I want EVERYTHING. Whenever I have some spare time I open up the ASOS app and start browsing their shop. This usually results in a shopping spree and spending all my money on sweaters, accessories and shoes. I can't remember an ASOS order where I didn't purchase shoes, because their shoes are the bomb dot com.

See here my newest wardrobe addition: purple velvet sock booties. I saw them on the website, saved them and after looking at them a million times a day -you are shoe obsessed or not- I made the purchase. Unfortunately I had to send them back, because they were too small, but luckily a bigger size came back in stock -which is honestly the best feeling in the world-. It was like ordering tickets for an Adele or BeyoncĂ© concert, the anxiety of actually putting them in your basket and paying for them before somebody else snatches them away from you. But in the end I got them and I was so happy when my ASOS order finally arrived last weekend.

These booties are such an amazing piece for this autumn/winter season. They have that whole velvet, sock boot trend going on and I love it so much! The purple colour is so funky and so different from anything else I have seen. They are not the most comfortable shoes. I don't know what it is, but even though they are a size bigger than I usually am they still hurt a tiny bit when I walk for a long period of time. I am totally fine with that though, because walking in these awesome kicks is totally worth all the pain!

What are your favourite boots?

Saturday, September 24, 2016

The Faux Snake Skin Boots

Autumn can't come soon enough for me. I love the warm weather, but boots, sweaters and layering win every single time. Now normally I find it really hard to find boots that I like because there is always something wrong with them. Most of the time they aren't weather proof; a couple days of rain and my new, lovely boots are ruined forever. Or there is a weird buckle on them which totally makes them not so cute anymore.

When I was in London I made a quick visit to Primark and I immediately fell in love with these faux snake skin boots. I spotted the last two pairs out of the corner of my eye and sprinted over there. It said that the size was 41 but at Primark you never know. I turned the shoe and spotted the magical number 39 at the bottom and I was very happy. I put them on, tried to walk to the mirror -we all know that's so hard with the string between the boots- and fell in love with them. They were 15 pounds -hello bargain!- and they basically go with everything. 

I really hope you can still find them at Primark to try these babies on yourself and otherwise you can find similar pairs on ASOS as well. They actually have some really nice boots on there at the moment, so it probably won’t be long before I talk about a new pair of boots on here!

What are your favourite autumn boots?

Thursday, June 23, 2016

My Holiday Outfits

Whilst I was away on holiday enjoying the sunshine I also had to film a few bits and pieces for a video. The lovely scenery and summery outfits were just too good to not film them. My friend Hester and I filmed at our hotel and also in Kos. We were there for one day and besides us being sea sick we made most out of our day there.

Editing this video really gave me the holiday feels again. And I get really happy thinking about all the great memories we made. I hope you enjoy it too! Ooh and don't forget to subscribe!


Friday, June 10, 2016

The Holiday Outfit


Top - Topshop
Pants - New Look
Shoes - Primark
Sunglasses - Quay Australia
Watch - Olivia Burton
Neck Tie - Primark (a bit hidden but it's there!)

When I was on holiday a few weeks ago I got really inspired. Both in the fashion and photography department. Having a friend with you that doesn't mind taking some snaps of you, as long as you do the same thing for her, really helps to step up your Instagram game.
I also loved to put new outfits together. It always rains here and it's never that hot so going to a country where the sun always shines made me extremely happy. And this way I could finally pull out all the summer clothes I never get to wear!

These flowy, black pants are from New Look and I love them a lot. I got them in London last year and they are such a versatile piece. Another item, that I also bought in London, are these sunglasses from Quay Australia. I wanted a pair like these for such a long time and when I finally got them I was over the moon. The platform shoes are from Primark and they really have been a savior for me. They are super comfortable and oh so stylish. Combine this all with a basic, white t-shirt from Topshop and a black bandana tie (a close up can be found on my Instagram) and you have the perfect black/white look!

What is your favourite summer fashion piece?


Monday, February 22, 2016

Black and Grey

The past couple of months I have really changed up my style. Before I wouldn't be caught dead in a black, white & grey outfit, but nowadays I love it. There are actually only a few rare days where I pull something colourful out of my wardrobe. 

Now this outfit really resembles my love for black, white and grey. I went to a flea market in Amsterdam (more on that in a later post) and they had this amazing graffiti wall, so of course an Instagram photoshoot had to happen. Was I freezing cold in this outfit? Yes, but at least it looked nice right?

Jumper: Kendall + Kylie for Topshop (I actually have blogged about this jumper before!)
Jeans: Topshop
Coat: C&A
Shoes: Topshop
Bag: Forever 21
Scarf: ASOS

What is your favourite kind of outfit?


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