20100307

OUTFIT // Untrust us.



first things first: I now have 200 followers through google friend connect! thank you so much, everyone who's been behind my back all the time!!! I really appreciate the fact that you like reading my stuff and leave such wonderful comments. thank you thank you thank you!

Crystal Castles remind me of the nintendo 64. has anyone ever seen them live?? I want to go to their gig in Amsterdam in April, care to join anyone?





eBay silky sheer pocket tank top, Primark wrap vest and socks, H&M TREND high waisted trousers, ZARA wedges, vintage skinny belt

I went into the ZARA store over and over again.. I had fallen in love with a gorgeous pair of sand coloured wedges with laces and a fabulous collar. there were like two little mini-me's sitting on my shoulders, an angelic one and a devilish bastard..

angelic mini-me: "you already have a lot of shoes, why don't you save up some money for your driving license and your college?" *heavenly music sounding*
devilish bastard: "look at those shoes, they're so pretty!! the colour's so versatile, you don't own a colour like that in your shoe collection! it's almost spring girl!! the leather's so soft, why don't you just try them on.. bet it fits like a glove..." *devil laugh*

I bought them.

my boyfriend gave me a shoe-buying restriction for two months. I wonder if I can live up to that, hahaha. my instinct to buy every shoe I can get my hands on is immensely strong.. I blame the devilish, satisfied bastard that is sitting on my shoulder.

20100303

LIFE // I've been burning down these candleS



I crave for some summer. Corinne Bailey Rae sings my favorite songs of the warmer seasons.



ebay silk sheer pocket tank, H&M petal skirt and studded flats, Mango wrap vest, Primark bag, random leather jacket and jewellery

me, my boyfriend and his family went out for sushi at Kyoto Café, Damrak Amsterdam. I have to say I love this place! they have the freshest sashimi ever, and their sushi is totally not one-of-a-kind. definitely a place to recommend, especially whenever considering the location and the prices.. Kyoto Café has recently added an all-you-can-eat option to their menu. stuff yourself, I'd say.

tempura sushi

tempura

fence sushi


yummy scallop


green tea icecream with a touch of chocolate sauce et crêpe

I think I was looking for the incoming food or something. definitely something more interesting than the camera. ahahaha.

20100227

OUTFIT // The dungeons, the dragons.








River Island military coat, ZARA diamond & horses tee, wedges and bag, H&M shorts and scarf.

indulging in music from the Midnight Juggernauts, blogging, and enjoying the buys I made while shopping with my youngest sister in Amsterdam. thanks for taking the pictures, sweetheart.

20100226

LIFE // 20.




no outfit picture today, I smeared all my clothes full of white chocolate while working on this white chocolate truffle pie. I added a touch of pure chocolate on both the pie and myself (I didn't actually do the last thing mentioned on purpose, let that be clear).

20 candles for my boyfriend! happy birthday Yap.

this weekend will be a weekend of updating my entire life! including cleaning my room, finishing art projects and, off course, finally getting up to date with you lovely bloggers!!

make it a fantastic weekend. talk to you soon.

20100224

WARDROBE // Boots



this post contains a promise I made in December.. being consistent is not my thing, I know. anyway, I promised you to show the present my boyfriend gave me for my birthday!






SUEDE OVERKNEE BOOTS. OMG.


I kind of died of happiness at the moment I unwrapped the box, since I wanted to buy these suede overknee boots myself at Topshop.com! they got sold out though.. but zhe boy had actually bought them already! I pulled this weird happy-sucker-face the entire night after getting these gorgeous babies.. (and no, you're NOT going to see ANY footage of that teehee)

since the weather conditions have been improving in here, you'll be seeing zhe magnifique boots more often. god I long for less rainfall. snow and rain are killing for nearly 90% of my shoes. raaaagggh.


I knotted my belt like this, which is actually an idea I stole off from a dummy I spotted in ZARA.

I was reading the Jalouse magazine issue I bought during my stay in Paris. to all the French girls out there: je jalouse tes magazines. pun intended.

Topshop suede overknees, H&M tee and velvet leggings, vintage belt, SIX necklace.

20100221

OUTFIT // Sarangheayo.




H&M TREND studded coat and dress, Primark wrap vest, Van Haren laceups, jewellery own design

사랑해요.

a movie is not complete without good music. the sensation of a perfect combination between sound and image gives me goose bumps. I mentioned the movie that the song in this post is from before. I think I have seen it for about six times right now. and I've listened to the music for hours, hours, hours.. although the movie has a shocking plot, the music is classic and simply beautiful. the delicate tones of the Oldboy OST have inspired me to dress up in soft colours and flowy materials.

music is my inspiration.

20100219

OUTFIT // One piece.




ASOS velvet jumpsuit, New Look cream blazer, Van Haren heels, vintage necklace, belt and bag, H&M rings

promised you guys to show this stunning one-piece. the unusual fabric and shape of this jumpsuit made me love it, buy it!

it's a good thing to buy things that are far beyond your comfort zone at times. they often turn out to be so much more interesting, and they ask more of your creativity.



I had dinner, Chinese style, in this outfit. I really think I could have been Asian in a previous life... gosh love their kitchen to death!!

20100217

EVENT // I Love Fashion News contest!

despite all the sad things that happened in the past week concerning the passing of my grandpa, this week had started out like a fresh beginning. the final competition of the ILFN contest took place last Monday! and guess what.. I became third! I was so happy. I've won a 200€ River Island gift card and an eyebrow treatment at Rob Peetoom, a famous makeup artist. expect new River Island items and some beautifully shaped eyebrows soon, haha! I have already spotted some stunning pieces at River Island so I'm pretty excited..!

the preparations:






we had to walk 3 rounds. one of them was the Michael Jackson inspired round:


pictures via here, here, and here.
lol I'm so not photogenic. all the press photos were horrible. hahahahahaha OKAY DIFFERENT SUBJECT!!!

my grandpa's funeral ceremonies were beautiful. I'm proud to be his granddaughter. some special things happened during the ceremonies.. both me, my parents and my two sisters had a little spider falling down, precisely in front of us - five in total. normally I'm freaked out by spiders but this was.. different. and my dad spotted a ladybird in one of the wreaths.

while the snow was falling down outside. coincidence?

20100210

excessive joy and ultimate grief.

hi guys,

I know it's been a while since I blogged once again, but things have been.. well, quite hectic.

last week, I was the happiest girl in the world - I got into the finals of the ILOVEFASHIONNEWS contest and I couldn't be more excited! I want to thank you all so much for voting, I wouldn't have made it if it wasn't because of your votes!
this Monday I had my first fitting at River Island (all the finalists have to compose 3 outfits from clothing from River Island) and everything went fantastic.

but something terrible happened a few hours later..
we got a phonecall from a relative that my grandfather had passed away..
we'd seen it coming, but things happened so fast..

it's all for the better, since he was in a great deal of pain, physically and mentally. I like to think that he's in a better place now. full of love and caring, and without that heartrending pain. but it's still a loss of incredibly great amount..

at first I didn't want to join the contest, that I had been working so hard for, anymore. but my boyfriend eventually persuaded me to continue. he thought my grandpa wouldn't want us all to stop living because of his passing.

I'm sorry to tell you all this, but I wanted to explain why I have been so absent the past week. so now you know.

I'll try to keep blogging, because I simply love it and it takes my mind off of things. so I'll keep you updated about the contest and the things I still had to tell and show you! hope to talk to you soon.

20100202

OUTFIT // Wool and platforms







vintage sweater and floral printed bag, C&A faux leather pants, Topshop wedges, H&M cuff, Mango gunmetal ring, Rabinovich silver ring

cough cough

I'm not in a high state of healthiness at the moment.. but because of my dedication to you dear readers I went out to take some pictures nevertheless, haha!

some people might find this sweater horrible, but I love it for it's comfort and warmth, especially whenever I'm dealing with a cold like today's.
in my opinion, a comfi sweater doesn't have to be unfashionable. add some leather, comfortable wedges, a tad of jewellery and you're set to go!


I love my new wedges to death!! here's a closeup for you guys.

oh, I still haven't showed you some things yet! I've made a list of what to expect the coming few days:

1. pictures of the photoshoot I had with the two stylish guys working on their clothing label.
2. pictures of the birthday present my boyfriend gave me.
3. pictures of a new interesting item I got at ASOS
4. pictures of my birthday bash!!! I had a blast!

the last days of the competition I'm in have arrived! please vote for me by clicking on the button below!!

20100129

WARDROBE // I want nothing.



except for these wedges.

EPIC. EPIC. EPIC.

The Black Ghosts - I want nothing

Topshop wedges, H&M sweater and floral skirt

busy planning the party I'll be throwing tomorrow, in honor of my 18th birthday from last December! the pictures will surprise you.. and probably will make you laugh..

last thing: please please PLEASE vote for me at this competition!! the only thing you'll have to do is entering your e-mail address and a captcha. it takes 3 seconds! you'll be standing a chance at winning a scooter and you would make me incredibly happy!

just click on this button below:
thank you so much! talk to you soon dearies.