THE CUT

This blog has been featuring a lot of my-face-in-yo-face pictures lately, but I couldn't not share this with you - it's my new hairdo! Opinions?

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BYE HAIR

The kids that follow me on twitter already got prepared - I mentioned an appointment with the hairdresser, and it was quite the revolutionary appointment if I have to say so myself..!

Yesterday evening, I cut my hair for charity. This is the very last picture that features my lengthy hairdo, all that's left is a ponytail that will go straight to charity. I decided to donate my hair to be used in a wig for hairless children - may it be children who suffer from Alopecia or children who have hair loss due to cancer therapies.

There used to be a very brave young girl in my school when I was about 10 years old. I still remember her, because she proudly strutted around sporting... Her hairless skin. She wasn't ashamed of her bald head. And there was nothing to be ashamed of, in my opinion - it takes a lot of bravery to be able to walk around like that at an age of such uncertainty, the early start of puberty. Apart from bravery and confidence, it takes a lot of acceptance and support from the environment as well. Sadly enough there still is a taboo on bald women and kids.

My hair will eventually grow back. In some heads it simply won't grow at all, permanent or temporary.
Hair: it's just a bunch of keratin. But to a young kid that bunch of keratin can make them feel a bit human again, and less a 'sick person'. I don't agree with the taboo on baldness, but as long as it exists donations will be needed to provide these kids with free wigs.

For Dutchies who are interested in the story of the charity fund: Stichting Haarwensen has become quite famous over the years but every single straw of hair will be welcomed warmly.

On another note, I will show you the new hair soon soon soon. I happen to be very happy with it, too :) win-win!

Peace out.



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GOÛT DE PARIS

FEB14

PARIS..

WHITE ON / OFF WHITE

LIFE // Soul food

The food I devoured while wearing this. Didn't spoil one bit of the dishes on my white shirt (for a change) - but that's because the restaurant could practically send the empty plates back into the kitchen closet without having to wash them: we left them completely clean.

INSPIRATION // London life

Young the Giant - Strings










Ph. by me, taken at the Real Food Market & Vintage Festival in London 

These pictures are the reasons for me to crave for a life in London. This place, these people, this vibe.. It's all just about perfect. Except for the fact that I'm over here, with an empty wallet in my leather ZARA bag. Luckily I can still say 'when I grow up ...' for a few years more before I will have to start chasing some dreams.

NOTE: I decided to pay some attention to my facebook page.. From now on, I will be posting additional pictures that didn't make the cut for a post but are still cute - I added some more London photos as we speak! Take a look here!

LIFE // London pt 1

Some pictures from the first days in London: we went to the British Museum, had an international culinary trip at the Real Food Market near the Thames (the best food event ever!), and enjoyed watching people.

L O N D O N    L O V E .

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LIFE // Olá, Barcelona

Ph. by me and Yapkan

Well-dressed men in Barcelona // Fishing for money in the fountains.. Clever, I guess? // One of my sisters // H&M, random // H&M Fashion Against Aids pants, Bershka vest, ancient ZARA bag, and - yes - Birkenstock sandals.. // On our way to the best view on Barcelona.. // ..Definitely worth the long walk // Olá.

I have some bits and bobs left on my camera from Spain, which I will show you later on. But I have really misbehaved with my good old Nikon in London.. The London people are so damn gorgeous, stylish and laid-back! Dreaming of moving there one day. Damn.

LIFE // Model makeup

Readers who follow me on twitter already know that I have walked a show as a model a few weeks ago! I still need to sort out the pictures my boyfriend took while I was walking down the runway, but here's a picture of the look that the makeup artist gave me.



It's going to be a little bit quiet on my blog for the few coming days - I will be flying from Barcelona to London tomorrow! Excited and see you soon!

OUTFIT // Kimono blonde

I realized that you still haven't seen the item that I had mysterically featured earlier. Shame! So here you go, a brand new outfit post featuring my pastel Zara kimono. Ladies, I'm in love! The colour's perfect, and I have always had a love for the Asian style of clothing. The only thing is that the style clashes with my hair colour, which is far from Asian-like. Which is why I immediately bought this soft-coloured item the minute I saw it: it kind of blends in with the hair a bit.














The pictures were taken at a local flea market in Amsterdam, had a meeting with a bunch of lovelies. Thanks for the lovely day Sabrina, Hazal, Cana, Helena, Angela, Lotte and Zafiera!

Ph. by nearly everyone mentioned above, lol

Kimono jacket // ZARA
Obi belt // H&M (old)
Flats // years old
Silver cuff // H&M
Bracelets // from all over the world
Sunglasses // bought on the market as a necessary evil, it was so sunny!