Versailles. The stomping grounds of Kings, Queens and of course, couture. Karl Lagerfeld unveiled his 2013 Chanel Cruise collection yesterday, and it was a spectacle fit for the Royal Court. There was no doubt some 18th Century inspiration. The frilly décolletage and tiered lace sleeves seem to echo Marie Antoinette… but the bottom seems to suggest a take on 18th…
May the fifth is Cinco de Mayo, which means it’s time to get together with friends, share a round of tequila shots and party! Contrary to popular belief, the holiday is mostly celebrated in the United States, to commemorate the battle of Puebla exactly 150 years ago. I’m wearing a dress from American Apparel (I guess fittingly, considering the company…
Black and yellow. Lace and polka dots. Bumblebees and dandelions. Pairings that make me happy and remind me of summertime. My yellow lace dress is from H&M, as are my polka dot sheer stockings. My collar is from H&M. Damnit. I don’t like dressing in head-to-toe H&M, but I’m an exchange student on a budget! My ring was picked up at a…
This weekend, I visited the “most beautiful springtime park”, the Keukenhof. With over 7 million bulb flowers in bloom, this park was an experience for the eyes and the nose, and I honestly think they should market a scent to Chanel. I dressed for the occasion, wearing a white crochet lace dress from H&M, floral printed tights from Forever XXI,…
This look was inspired by grey spring days in the Netherlands. I’m wearing a grey lace dress from H&M, a rose printed trench coat from TopShop, boots from Cafe Moda and a crochet satchel from six accessories. I adore this coat to bits. When I was in Amsterdam, a businesswoman in head to toe Prada came up to me from…
