What we want in our Advent calendar this year! Part I

I think it is ways nicer to make your own Advent calendar instead of buying one. The most common Advent calendar filler are probably sweets, like chocolate, bonbons or other dainties. Chocolate, twenty-four days in a row...not very eventful. Therefore it's nice to buy some other things as well, as a kind of weekly highlight if you want. That might be a bit more expensive than sweets, but it is definitely healthier :)

Here are some ideas for sporty ones, Jetsetter, Karl Lagerfeld fans and girls who know how to enjoy their lives

Super stylish Martone Mercer Bike in more colours available £795 

Benefit Do The Bright Thing Kit £24 ; Johny Ive and Marc Newson Leica M Camera
It's limited edition that's why it costs $7000 upwards (there are cheaper ones for abut £500) 

The World According to Karl £19

Fleur Of England "Belle de Nuit" lace briefy £99 and lace bra £89; Rosé Champagne and Prestat chocolate £11

Dress up your iPhone

Just discovered this very cute iPad and iPhone cases by Izak. Okok they are very girlish but definitely a lovely accessory! 

I've been chic'ed iPad case

And because every girls needs a shopping bag....

for more click here

iPhone case : 29 €

iPad case: 55 €

Bag: 55 €

& Other Stories Opening

Finally! Today was the big opening of & Other Stories in London, Regent Street. I was pretty excited if the shop and cloths are amazing - as promised. Let me start with the store design: the store has two spacious floors. The interior is simple, with white wooden and metallic elements, actually an industrial looking interior. Shoes, cloths, accessories, beauty products are well presented, very nice and unique. The cloths are typical Scandinavian, minimalistic and clean. A lot of whites and blacks, but also vibrant and neon colours. Black dresses, metallic skirts, pink knitwear, leather trousers, super nice underwear and more. Accessoires are as well as the cloths simple and clean. Pink and beige leather bags, mint green satchel bags, millions of must-have clutches from metal to leather. And other leather goods as iPhone cases, key rings and travel accessories. Jewellery, of course! Shoes, shoes, shoes! 

My conclusion

I like

the cloths and accessories, especially the bags they have,

the fact that you can literally buy everything from beauty products to underwear,

the simple Scandinavian chic,

and that it is reasonably priced! I think & Other Stories has done pretty well!

To get an impression of & Other Stories have a look at the photos my friend (who loves the shop as well) and I took

Left photo taken by Lena H.

Our picks

Next time, when it is less busy and not half of London is queuing infront of the changing rooms I will definitely buy and try more

Online Shop

Strappy Boots

I'm a big fan of biker boots, they make long legs and can be teamed with every outfit from skinny jeans to shorts. I already have a small collection of boots but my new ones are absolutely special. I will probably never get bored of them as it's possible to rearrange the straps around the boot to one's taste. I have already removed a blue strap, which I didn't like. The straps are not fixed, so it's easy to remove or exchange them. Plus they are comfortable! 

Zara, Strappy Ethnic Ankle Boots £ 99 

February wishlist...can't a girl dream a little?

I love online shops...I could spend hours on mytheresa.com and net-a-porter.com to get inspirations and of course dream a little.
Here are my favorite February pieces, latest collection and some oldies. Perfect for February days, when winter is not gone yet but spring is slowly arriving...

Top: cotton-blend jersey t-shirt by Raquel Allegra £190

Pants: silver leather leggings-style pants by Joesph £675

Shoes: Ooh La La! slippers by Charlotte Olympia £485 MUST HAVE!!!

Bag: quilted-leather shoulder bag by Lanvin £1,525

Sunglasses: Acetate Glitter Round Sunglasses Miu Miu  £185 

Necklace: resin and crystal necklace by Marni £460

Brick Lane Market

Brick Lane Market is a traditional market in East London with a big choice of vintage clothes, furniture, bric-a-brac, bargain food and edgy people. You feel like in a complete different world as soon as you are in East London (Shoreditch). The houses look different and people are dressed ways edgier and less fancy. On Brick Lane Market you find clothes, furniture and food stands on the street as well as in small indoor halls and shops. My favorite clothes and accessories shop is The Laden Showroom, they have a big choice of different independent fashion labels for every style.

If you love vintage cloths, cheap & good food and music you should definitely visit Brick Lane Market. Opening times are sundays from 8 am to 3 pm.

Calzone @ Brick Lane Market

Fashion Store / brick Lane Market

Countdown: Holiday Gifts

It's getting hectic in London's streets and shops, everybody is busy looking for T-H-E perfect present for their family, friends and loved ones. Every year the same stressful procedure...but that doesn't make it easier. Here are some gift ideas and inspirations, which will help you finding the perfect present for EVERYONE

If elegance would have a scent it would be Chanel No°5. A classic parfum, feminine and floral. Matches perfectly with 'The Little Black Jacket' book, which contains Karl Lagerfelds photographs of celebrities wearing the iconic little black jacket. Stunning photographs! Ideal for...

The Little Black Jacket ₤56, Chanel No°5 Eau De Parfum ₤65

Cute golden star necklace, super soft around-the-world panties and this sleeping eye-mask are the perfect presents for...

Dinny Hall Star Necklace ₤75, Cheek Frills Around-the-World Pantie Set ₤70, Eye-mask ₤15 

I love Moleskine notebooks and the new metallic Satchel bags (available in 4 sparkling colours), not only for...

Cambridge Satchel Bag ₤125, Moleskine Notebook ₤9

A must-have for every creative person in your life: Lomography camera and Helmut Newton's book 'Sumo'. 480 pages full of stunning photographs!

Lomography camera ₤40, Helmut Newton: Sumo ₤100

For 'Mad Men' fans and Whisky drinkers! The new limited Mad Men edition includes all seasons, four Whisky glasses and drink mats. Cheers!

Mad Men Dvd Set ₤95, 1988 single male Scotch Whisky ₤140

Penguin re-issued the classics! Limited edition hardcover books for all F. Scott Fitzgerald and classic book lovers...and of course some sea salt caramel truffels, what is a reading night without chocolate?

Set of 6 Fitzgerald books ₤90 each book ₤15, Charbonnel et Walker Truffels ₤10

iPad, iPod, Blackberry...everybody has one of these devices. Embellish your friend's iPad/iPhone with this unique gadgets

Rebecca Minkoff Don't Bother Me iPad Case ₤96, Marc by Marc Jacobs heart headphones ₤35

 Ultra-cool retro radios available in different colours. The perfect present for...

Roberts Revival Digital Radio ₤160

Taste the magic....for all cooking and food lovers. This Alchemical larder contains sixteen magical ingredients. Salts, spices, petals, saffron and more! And of course luxury tea from the Selfrigdes Selection

Alchemical Set ₤30,  White silver needle loos tea ₤17

Kate Moss...the supermodel's photos are unique and impressive. This hardcover tome shows photos of the icon's twenty-two year modeling career. A must-have! Combined with this small candy turnlock bracelet it is the perfect for....

Kate Moss, by Fabien Baron ₤50, Marc by Marc Jacob bracelet ₤79

Wow! Christmas-Crackers with beauty gems inside...perfect for your beloved Mom.

Estee Lauder Christmas Cracker set ₤45

Neaten your boyfriend's jeans pocket: a classy money clip from Hugo Boss

Banknote Clip by Boss ₤55

Something classy for Daddy, Auqua di Parma eau de cologne gift set and Launer luxury card case

Auqua di Parma eau de cologne gift set ₤80, Launer card case 6₤5

By giving the OPI new top ten collection you can make a Nail Polish lover's (Christmas)day

OPI set: top 10 ₤29, and a sparkling investment Azure 267 carat black diamond nail polish ₤160,000 (no that is not a comma mistake)

For people who like to enjoy their drinks in style. Super classy silver flask and cocktail shaker

Izola Small Flask ₤25, Cocktail Shaker ₤45

This cosy hot water bottle and the cashmere gloves will save your loved ones from cold winter nights

Aroma hot water bottle in grey ₤25 , Jardin des Orangers Cashmere gloves ₤63, Diptyque jasmin candle ₤170 

Dates, dinners, events, notes....a woman's life needs to be organised! Do it in style...with this Alice Temperley filofax

Alice Temperley filofax ₤399, Diplomat Traveller Pen, Stainless Steel ₤34

Glamorous beauty kit with everything a beauty queen needs: Lipstick, high-luxe compact and powder

Mac Beauty-kit ₤30

Home accessories of style are always a good idea. Especially when it's a classic black pair of candlesticks, an aura footed bowl and a 'Mr and Mrs' frame made from vintage playing cards

Vintage playing cards frame ₤60 , Jasper Conran @ Waterford bowl ₤60, Vera Weng @ Wedgewood candlesticks  ₤60

KitchenAid: a dream and must-have for every hobby cook and baker. It's more than an eye-catching kitchen accessory, this stand mixer includes a wire whisk, flat beater and dough cook. For sweet inspirations: Lily Vanilli's Sweet Tooth cooking book with delicious recipes

KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer ₤430 (available in more colors), Lily Vanilli's Sweet Tooth cooking book ₤20 

Bvlgari makes every woman feel like a lady, combined with this classic Marc Jacobs bracelet it is the perfect presents for....

Bvlgari pour Femme Eau de Parfum from ₤54 on, Marc by Marc Jacobs leather bracelet ₤80

Christmas Outfits

Christmas is almost here, only two weeks to go! And I am sure you have already planned what to do this year. Family dinner, Christmas party, festive drinks with the girls or romantic dinner.

Well, the biggest problem every year is finding the perfect Christmas presents and of course: a Christmas outfit.

I hope the outfit combinations I've picked, will make your choice a little bit easier this year...

From casual to chic, from high street treats to high end gowns!

Chic Christmas

This is the perfect outfit for almost every occasion, dinner with your family or festive drinks with friends. A chic black dress combined with glitter shoes and a classy bag, red lips and nails...one can't go wrong with this!

Dress: Ted Baker  ₤150

Shoes: Jimmy Choo Glitter Peep-Toes ₤465
Bag: YSL Belle De Jour Clutch Belle De Jour Clutch  ₤560
Bracelet: Cada mini snowflake with diamonds ₤1,935
Lipstick: Mac Red ₤14
Parfume: Dolce & Gabana, The One from ₤32 on
Nail polish: OPI Red ₤11

Romantic Christmas

Are you planning a romantic dinner this Holiday? Then I know the perfect outfit: a perfect festive bordeaux colored velvet dress combined with bow ballerinas and a Vivienne Westwood clutch....Gorgeous!

Dress: Adriana Papell Velvet Dress ₤125

Shoes: Sparkle Bow Ballerina, Accessorize ₤35
Bag: Vivienne Westwood Frilly Snake Clutch ₤160
Ring: A sparkling investment Cada Love ring ₤1,565
Parfume: J'adore Dior ₤90
Mascara: Benefit Badgal ₤17


Glamorous Christmas
Wow with this sophisticated 'French Connection' dress you will be the focal point of the evening. Team with simple black high heels and a classy bag.

Dress: French Connection ₤160
Shoes: High Heel Sandals Zara ₤43
Bag: Gold Coast Meadow at Kate Sprade ₤245
Ring: Cada Star Ring, pink-gold with diamonds ₤1,270
Hairband: Eddera ₤105

Cool Christmas

It's not a must wearing a dress on Christmas Eve, never underestimate the power of a cool blazer and skinny jeans! This outfit is perfect for festive drinks with friends. Finish the outfit with pink lipstick and nail polish. A perfect blend of cool and festive.

Cardigan: Zadig et Voltaire ₤455

Blouse: River Island Bow Neck Blouse ₤20
Pants: LNAVelvet Leggings ₤85
Shoes: Kurt Geiger ₤140
Bag: Zara Studded Evening Box ₤56
Nacklace: Netaya Tree Necklace ₤29
Lipstick: Mac Show Orchid Pink ₤14
Nail polish: OPI Pink Flamenco  ₤11
Eye shadow: Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick Highlighter ₤32

Couple Christmas

Festive Christmas outfits are not only a girls thing, men should make an effort, too!

This ultra-sophisticated Jil Sander dress combines timeless glamour with flapper-chic. Team with black glitter heels, a Miu Miu statement bag and add adornment with the golden Salvatore Ferragamo necklace. Men should keep it simple: white crew neck shirt or collared shirt under a black, blue or grey suit. Like this one from Hugo Boss, chic and casual. Wear elegant leather shoes and enhance your outfit with a distinctive watch strap!

His outfit
Suit: Hugo Boss Benne6/Sairy 4 ₤549
Watch: Baume & Mercier Capeland 10007 POA
Her outfit
Dress: Jil Sander Tinsel Sheath Dress ₤1,305
Shoes: Miu Miu Glitter Ankle Boots ₤490
Bag: Miu Miu Leather Clutch ₤560
Necklace: Salvatore Ferragamo Necklace ₤1,584
Nail polish: OPI Skyfall Collection 3 for ₤24

Casual Christmas

This the perfect outfit for the Christmas Day. A full-on party look is not necessary, especially when you are staying at home. But probably you still want to look festive! This is a good combo of casual and festive: Reindeer Jumper, skinny jeans, must-have Isabel Marant boots and festive earrings in red!

Jumper: French Connection ₤70
Jeans: Skinny Jeans Republic ₤30
Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs ₤260
Shoes: Ankle Boots, Isabel Marant ₤350
Hat: Levi ₤17
Earrings: Lindsey Marie ₤185

Cosy Christmas
After the glamorous Christmas parties you are probably looking forward to a relaxed day at home? Cosy up in the cold weather with this comfy outfit...Warm jumper, comfy leggings and ultra soft slippers. Hot chocolate and cookies please!

Jumper: Tibi Penguin knitted sweater ₤355
Slippers: H&M ₤13
Pants: Oasis ₤14
Nail polish: Butter Pink Ribbon ₤12
Make-Up: Christmas Shimmer from the The Body Shop ₤16
Candle: THE tea candle ₤42

Happy shopping!