Taking the train

Trains and I have a special connection. I am commuting to and from work for over three hours every day. As I spend so much time in trains, the tracks are a symbol for me. They don't just stand for my way to work, but also for my way in life. I really like how it stands for my future and love taking pictures at these tracks near my home. I am wearing my favourite Autumn cardigan in combination with my nude lace skirt. I know, I know, no white after Labor Day, but who cares, I love this combo and the skirt will still be a favourite during the colder months.  

What I wore

Skirt, Shirt, Brooch & Necklace: H&M

Cardigan: Ernsting's Family

Tights: Esda

Shoes: Deichmann

Ring: heirloom

Bracelets: Primark

French girl

This is a look that I have been practically living in during the last weeks. It is a chic outfit and I love the colors of this tunic. I really wasn't gonna buy it first, as it is a very loud print and looks very much like a pink animal print at first, but I tried it on (it was on sale - can't resist a red price tag!). It fits perfectly and I love how soft it is, how well it works with all my leggins and skinny jeans. Nice bonus, the white cover up is not a cami, but is worked into the dress and makes it work appropriate. I added my new Parisian accessories, bag and necklace are both from my trip to China and the little Eiffel Tower earrings just work so well with the look. Not to say that I wouldn't love a trip to Paris just now!

What I wore

Leggins: Long Tall Sally

Shoes: Deichmann

Watch: Skagen

Cardigan: Primark

Bag, Earrings & Necklace: no name

Lipstick: Catrice LE Metallure "03 Alluring Red"

Cherry Blossom

Since I moved into my grandmother's old apartment, I am waiting for this moment every year. The time when our flowering cherry is in full bloom. I love the pink blossoms and it's a perfect background for an outfit post.
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Seit ich in die Wohnung meiner Großmutter gezogen bin, warte ich jedes Jahr auf diesen Moment. Den Zeitpunkt wenn unsere Zierkirsche vor dem Haus in voller Blütenpracht erstrahlt. Ich liebe die pinken Blüten und es ist ein wunderbarer Photohintergrund!

I added my new H&M dress that I got during the sale and wore some mint and rosé accessories and felt perfectly dressed for a day at work and an afternoon with Mr.B!
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Ich habe hier mein neues H&M Kleid (gerade im Sale erhältlich) und ein paar mint und rosé-farbene Accessoires kombiniert und fühlte mich sehr gut für die Arbeit und einen Nachmittag mit Mr.B gekleidet.

What I wore

Tunika: H&M (similar on sale)

Jeans: Long Tall Sally

Shoes: Deichmann

Cardigan: Seppälä

Scarf: Claire's

Watch (Uhr): Bijou Brigitte

Bracelet: won at a giveaway

Necklace: C&A

Nail Polish: Catrice

Those shoes are awesome in combination with all my blue jeans. Great combo!
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Diese Schuhe sind einfach toll mit allen meinen blauen Jeans!

Wish you all a happy Easter. Enjoy the time with your families!
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Ich wünsche euch allen frohe Ostern. Genießt die Zeit mit euren Familien.

First day ... ah week of Christmas!

It's the first week of December already - time is running and I am in full Christmas mode. At home, I finally managed to decorate everything and I am so happy with the result! Can't wait to share a post with photos some time during the coming weekend. It's quite difficult to take photos after work these days. I have to take all my outfit photos during the weekend. I wore this look last weekend for a birthday party and love the look ever since wearing it.

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Es ist mittlerweile die erste Dezemberwoche - die Zeit rennt und ich bin im Weihnachtsmodus. Zu Hause bin ich nun endlich fertig mit dem Dekorieren und ich bin wirklich glücklich mit dem Ergebnis! Ich freue mich darauf, einige Fotos am Wochenende hier auf dem Blog zu teilen. Leider ist es derzeit schwierig unter der Woche Fotos zu machen. Ich muss deshalb alle Outfitfotos am Wochenende machen. Ich habe diesen Look am vergangenen Wochenende zu einer Geburtstagsfeier zum ersten Mal getragen und liebe die Kombination seitdem.

This look is so simple, but this new shirt dress has such a pretty color and looks awesome. I can see myself wearing this all Winter! Paired with my skinny jeans and this cozy cardigan, it is so comfortable! High-heeled broques are key for this look. They elongate the legs!

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Dieser look ist einfach, aber mein neues Shirtkleid hat eine tolle Farbe und sieht einfach schön aus. I glaube, dass ich es den ganzen Winter über tragen werde. Zusammem mit meinen skinny jeans und der kuscheligen Strickjacke ist es einfach ein bequemer look! Broques mit Absatz sind dabei ein Muss, weil sie die Beine super verlängern!

What I wore

Dress, Ring & Cardigan (Kleid, Ring & Strickjacke): C&A

Pants (Hose): Long Fashion, now Long Tall Sally

Shoes (Schuhe): Deichmann

Bracelets (Armreifen): Finland

Lipstick (Lippenstift): Catrice LE "Red Butler"

Necklace (Kette): gift

Scarf (Schal): Pieces

Linkin up to Visible Monday, Monday Bloom

Autumn Squaw

It's the time of year when all shops start bringing out these super cute autumn prints, colors and clothes made out of cozy fabrics. I couldn't resist buying this ethno wool cardigan that looks partly like a cape and feels just like a super comfy sweater. I feel a bit like a modern squaw wearing it.

Beauty Saturday - My Top 3 Summer Blushes

It took me quite some time to discover the great things a nice rouge can do to your face. I count myself to the pale faced girls out there and blush has changed my look completely. In the morning I look somewhat like a ghost and it's blush that gives me some freshness for the day. 

Shoe of the Week – Brogues

I am a grad student, but have been working part-time in the business world for several years. Outfit choices are limited and shoes need to be classic, comfortable and work appropriate. I have discovered brogues, semi-brogues and boots with the well-known stitching a couple of years ago and have been wearing them ever since. Currently I own one pair of half-boots, one pair of loafers and one pair with heels. 

During the last year, this shoe style has become more and more popular, which makes it a lot easier for me to find nice additions to my selection. The shoe style is just so versatile it can be worn with almost everything. What has been limited to men’s wear for several years is now fashion appropriate for women as well and can be found in every major shoe store in various designs.

Brogues

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Brogues are originated in Scotland and Ireland and were first designed as an outdoor, country walking shoe for men. Over time the fashion changed and made them appropriate for almost every occasion, including business. Brogues, or Oxfords, are often made of leather, but in recent years can also be found as canvas or leather sneakers, high heeled women’s shoes or else. Most Brogues can be categorized in one of four different toecap styles. Most common are the full Brogues or Wingtips. This style has the popular stitching in form of a “W”.

For a visit at the flea market

Wear something comfortable and with layers. Outdoor flea markets can include erratic weather conditions with wind and sun, but also rain. Be prepared with a sweater, scarf and an umbrella. A skirt is easy for flea markets as there are no changing rooms and you might find some great pieces, but want to be sure about the fitting.

What I wore

Dress (as a skirt): H&M

Cardigan: Primark

Shirt: Gina Tricot

Belt: H&M

Tights: Esda
Shades: C&A

For a fancy Birthday party

A Birthday party is a great excuse for dressing up. You can never go wrong with a little black dress. This cute pencil dress can also be worn for a business meeting, but works very well for an evening event as well. Just pair it with a belt and colored trench coat.

What I wore

Dress: C&A

Belt & Trench: H&M

Tights: Esda

Lipstick: P2 Pure Color “Park Street”

For drinks with friends

This simple jeans and Shirt combo is enhanced through a black long blazer and high-heeled brogues. Together with a studded belt, the outfit is evening appropriate and works well at a bar.

What I wore

Pants: Long Fashion

Shirt & Blazer: Sepällä; Helsinki

Belt: Thrifted

Lipstick: Catrice Ultimate Color “Pink me up!”

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Shoe of the Week – Ballet Flats

I love shoes and have a lot of them. As a tall woman, I have always tried to find pretty flat shoes so I won’t be even taller. I have only recently discovered high heels for myself and had the courage to actually wear them. Ballet flats are still the shoes of choice for me and I have a great selection of colorful flat shoes, with flowers, ribbons, studded or with lace. They all have a special spot in my shoe rack.

Ballet Flats

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Flats have been fashionable for ages. Until the 16^th century, men and women wore them. Already in old Egypt, the women wore flat sandals made of papyrus leaves and decorated them with jewels. Catherine de Medici was the first to ask for heels on her flat shoes. Following this, men and women, especially from the high society, started wearing shoes with heels. This fashion died during the French revolution though and became very impractical. After a revival in the late 18^th century, the heeled shoes were the choice for women. This changed only with Audrey Hepburn. She wore ballet flats and Capri pants in Funny Face. Audrey became a style icon and made flat shoes fashionable for all women around the globe. Jackie Kennedy was another famous lover of ballet flats and frequently ordered them from designers.

Ballet flats or Ballerina shoes are designed after the ballet slippers worn at ballet dancing class. They are made of flexible leather or textile and have a flexible sole. They are the choice of shoes for basic ballet dancers. Ballet flats come in a variety of colors, often with a small ribbon at the low top of the shoe and sometimes even a slight heel. They are a perfect choice for Spring and Summer, long walks and nights of dancing. They are very versatile and can be worn with almost everything.

For a night at a Store opening

Wear a ruffled and belted blouse with a pencil skirt. Mine is black and gold sequined. It brings a sparkle to the outfit and keeps it edgy at the same time together with the studded ballerinas. The side braid gives it a girly touch.

What I wore

Blouse, Top & Belt: H&M

Dress (worn as a skirt): Thrifted

Tights: Esda

Nail Polish: Catrice Ultimate Nail Color “From Dusk to Dawn”

For a walk in the park

Spring/Summer is around the corner and with that the temperatures rise. This outfit is perfect for warmer days. The sweater is short-sleeved and gives the outfit a comfortable touch. The pants balance this comfy styling and could also be worn with a pretty cardigan, to give it a more girly vibe.

What I wore

Top, Pants, Scarf & Sweater: H&M

Necklace: Street vendor; NYC

Shades: C&A

For lunch with a friend

Just your average outfit for every day. Skinny Jeans are perfect with ballet flats. It is comfortable, yet chic with a long top and a pretty cardigan. You can wear it with a trench and a saddle bag. Perfect for the transition into Spring/Summer!

What I wore

Top: Vero Moda

Bolero: Lindex

Jeans: Long Fashion

Necklace: gift by my mom

Bag: H&M

Which is your favorite outfit with Ballet flats?

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