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2012-04-08T08:35:00.000-07:00

ON HOLD

At the moment I am super busy on my thesis to graduate for my Communications study in June. So to focus myself completely on my research I will have to put this blog on hold for a while.. :(

But in June, I'll be back again...! :D

Stay tuned..

BLOG FOCUS: Song of Style

2012-03-05T09:34:00.001-08:00

Song of Style

California style, that is precisely how you can describe Aimee's style. The LA/SF local combines fabrics, colors and layering in Spring or Winter but keeps to her signature style. Totally in tune but always surprising, Aimee Song really has a cool way to inspire you to work with what's in your closet.. But with the delicious warmth and beautiful scenery of California, who wouldn't enjoy dressing up every day! Check out her blog here to get inspired..

CHECK OUT: diy supplies

2012-02-28T09:31:00.001-08:00

I died and went to diy heaven..

BOUGHT THESE: silver and gold western collars tips for €2,50

I went to wholesale place where they sell all sorts of supplies: buttons, fabric, ribbons, tule, needles, yarn.. EVERYTHING! It had some serious 'buy-ALL-the-supplies-threat'!

RUNWAY LOVE: Derek Lam Fall 2012

2012-02-21T00:00:00.000-08:00

Derek Lam

Actually both Derek Lam PRE-Fall and Fall were AMAZING!!

First the Pre-Fall collection: wool jackets with black fur collars, warm winter colors and some great fitting coats!

Then the Fall 2012 collection: a lot of leather, ton-sur-ton printed outfits and strong silhouettes!

Stay inspired..!

DIY PROJECT: Balenciaga heels

2012-02-20T11:24:00.000-08:00

Pourqoui? Donc..

Even though there from an 'old' season (Spring - the shaaaame!) I love them!..
Why? The one and only TTH (Taylor Tomasi Hill, bless her) wears them and they look like the greatest multiplication of tough x cute x simple x leather x elegant x versatile..(I can go on, you know..)

So instead of searching the world around for these babies, I decided to be inspired and diy!

Stay tuned for the REAL diy!!

RUNWAY LOVE | Mara Hoffman Fall 2012 |

2012-02-16T09:57:00.003-08:00

Remember my diy project with the Mara Hoffman/Sincerely Jules inspiration (here)?
Well, her new 2012 Fall collection shown in New York this month isn't any less diy-worthy!
Again lots of prints and colors but now more in a western/Indian kind of way with big knits, hats, lots of black and sheer!

Here are some of my favorites with diy possibilities - let the hunt for neon color print fabric BEGIN!

2 x 1,5 meter fabric for a MAXIdress

LOVE | print jumpsuit | LOVE

MAXIskirt + print (shawl?!) top!

print fabric/embroidery on shoulders and pockets

LOVE | print cut-out dress | LOVE

the new knitting..

1,5 x 2 meter sheer beautiful fabric = the easiest dress ever!

Handkerchief Application!!

All pictures via Style.com

MISCELLANEOUS: Sh*t fashion girls say

2012-02-09T10:37:00.000-08:00

UNRELATED

This is totally unrelated to any diy post, but yet... so freaking funny!
It's a parody on the - also very very - funny 'Sh*t girls say' episodes on YouTube
What it here

"How do we feel about bangs?
I think I'm going to get bangs!
Omg I hate my bangssss!"

Inspiration: Simple vs. Overload

2012-02-09T09:56:00.000-08:00

Simple vs Overload

While most of the bloggers I follow prefer the modernerity of Simple and Clean dressing, I love bloggers who know how to combine colours, prints and spice things up with Va-va-voom heels and extravagant jewelry.
And while very sophisticated, Blair from Atlantic-Pacific is becoming a shooting star in my book of 'Combine & Shine'! Key items she uses are: good fits, neutral make-up (with a hint of colorful lipstick) and well-thought-about accessories..[Maybe it's her killer closet that helps, but] I really love the way she turns multiple (colorful) pieces to a cooperating outfit - LURVS IT!

NAIL ART #2

2012-02-01T08:37:00.000-08:00

SPOTS

GRAPHIC

METALLIC

OMBRE

LOVE LookBook: Isabel Marant

2012-01-26T09:43:00.000-08:00

"Let's do a Tie-Dye diy!"

'cause that's what Isabel Marant is saying with her Spring 2012 collection!
I refuse to look at 2012's fall while we're still in 2011's winter, so Spring 2012 is the way to go / focus right now!

The way to Isabel Marant-your outfit-up is to tie-dye, patchwork and embroider your outfits [double IM-points if you combine it - see pictures below]
Let me sum up some trends for 2012's Spring/Summer if we are going to go for the Isabel Marant chique Françoise style..

All images by Fashion Gone Rogue edited by me (on Polyvore)!

I think there are a lot of IM-diy potentials in this collection! To be continued..

DIY PROJECT: Leather bag

2012-01-18T08:38:00.000-08:00

[ with-or-without studs ]

Remember this post, I wanted to make a leather bag covered with studs just like the gorgeous one from Zara.

Zara leather studs bag €140 (approx.)

But while looking for small gold studs - there were none! The effort of shipping these all in would have been too much, so I decided - THERE WAS JUST GOING TO BE A LEATHER BAG!
And a huge one, that is!

My inspiration for this diy..

Amongst others: Celine, Prada, Zara, Alexander Wang, Mulberry, YSL, etc..

I started with my favorite way to find good leather - look for soft leather skirts online. (I found one for €11!) I cut the skirt open to create a long (somewhat) even piece of leather to work with.
Then I measured what size I wanted it to have - the bigger the better - to fit in a couple of books, shoes, etc. I went for something like 45 x 35 x 15 (cm).

The easiest way is to cut the lining and outer layers with the same measurements, then sew two bags (one from the lining, one from the leather) and then sew them together (make sure you sew the lining inside-out in the bag).

Secure the handles of the bag with extra care and strong yarn because the should be able to hold all the weight of the bag.

This is just a simple bag, but it's really versatile and easy to make. But like with every diy: make sure you use quality fabric and equipments. With leather - always use the special leather needles!

Total costs: €11 + €5 (yarn, lining cotton and needles)
Total time spend: collective 2,5 hours (when sewing by hand)

PS: if you ARE in the incredible joy of possessing a device to fabricate studs to leather - DIY and SHARE!

DIY PROJECT: Sequin pants to skirt

2012-01-17T11:27:00.000-08:00

From a sequin pants..

to a sequin pencil skirt..

Easy, yes!
Glamour, yes!
In the wrong party season, never!

This is how it works..

1. Cut the hems all the way open.

2. Sew them together (1 on 1, 2 on 2)

3. Cut the lenght to where you want: long, midi, mini..

4. Leave room for a small slit to make walking easier
(when you have a sequin legging, you will mediately make a pencil skirt due to the thin legs)

BLOGGER x DIY: Honestly...WTF

2012-01-10T11:25:00.000-08:00

Honestly...WTF's Braided Bead Bracelets

I really like getting inspiration from Honestly WTF, she has great diy's and does a great job giving a simple and clear explanation how to make them.
Her newest post is about something I love because it's personal, easy-and-quick to make, versatile.. A braided bead bracelet!
Even though I haven't really got the hang of the braid-the-beads-in-technique, I will now have to make some myself, they look so easy and cute! Plus: I've got a lot of yarn/beads laying around - to much not to touch!

Check out Honestly WTF's easy tutorial below and TRY!

WHAT DO YOU NEED?

1. KNOT & CUT

2. BRAID & ADD BEAD

... braid, add, braid, add, braid, add, braid...WTF!

Braid end and add button ET FINITO!

LOVE LookBook: Nina Ricci

2012-01-10T11:02:00.000-08:00

NINA RICCI

Pre-Fall 2012

2012's Fall is already in the making with these wonderfull items from Nina Ricci..

LEOPARD meets SATIN

Zips in a dress as glamour touch?

DIY fishnet gloves.. and tule tops..

DIY backwards worn sweater and zip-in-skirt

Ton-sur-ton gone pretty-pastel-pink

DIY velvet gown with embroidery on the shoulder?

Ruffles, my love.. lots of ruffles!

Trends? Colourblock vs heavy knits vs navy theme vs animal footwear!

DIY PROJECT: from this..

2012-01-09T05:43:00.000-08:00

NEXT PROJECT..

From this..

[Simple H&M dress]

to this..

Sequin Chanel dress via Song of Style

VISIONARIES: Tom Ford

2012-01-05T09:59:00.000-08:00

VISIONARIES - Inside the creative mind

TOM FORD

A 42 minute documentary about the visionary that is Tom Ford. I loved it. He talks so soft and calculated, like he's in controle 100%. Then he starts to rip the fabric of his models because it 'doesn't feel right'. Only a single great man can be that ad hoc. From Gucci, to YSL, to Tom Ford!

OWN's full-length footage highlighting world-renowned fashion designer and film director Tom Ford. The documentary brings to light Ford's every day happenings, as to let you into the otherwise closed quarters of his rather particular lifestyle. While most people think of the Texas native in regards to his overwhelming impact on the fashion industry, there is much more than meets the eye with the well-versed creative. He is also a well-respected Oscar nominated film director whose talents expand far beyond simply building an unmistakable fashion empire.

INSPIRATION: Interior diy inspiration

2011-12-30T03:42:00.000-08:00

Interior design diy inspiration

When decorating your house, I think it's really nice to make your personal style reflect in the decoration. Although I love Ikea, a real clean and pre-fab interior would be to simple for me.

While browsing some interior/decoration blogs I started to create a mood board for my future home. Here are some good ideas to diy-decorate your interior. I think the best tip is to hunt ebay, vintage stores and thrift stores for vintage looking furniture - 70's and 80's retro chairs I LOVE!

I love the simple black or white cabinets to store books, liquor bottles, etc.
I keeps a small room open and light.

Arrange together random and vintage photographs in simple frames

I love the idea of buying a simple wooden or transparent tray and arrange perfume bottles, books, accessories, etc to give that little personal touch to a sitting room.

Arrange your favorite accessories for the season on a small table in the bedroom to have a great overview AND a personal decoration addition

CHECK OUT.. Cocorosa's Bloggers Top 10

2011-12-29T05:17:00.000-08:00

Cocorosa's 10 Bloggers Top 10

Sweet and crafty Cocorosa of My Precious Confessions (find her in my DIY Inspiration section here) has made a SUPER POST about 10 of her Blogger Top 10! With subject like Blogger Boyfriends, Blogger Closets (drool!), Homes, DIY's, Hairdo's and more - it's just awesome and a great way to get a little glimpse into the world of some bloggers!

Top 10 Blogger Boyfriends (men behind the camera)

Top 10 Winter Bloggers

Top 10 Blogger Closets (drool!)

Top 10 Blogger Pets (cute!)

Top 10 Blogger Tattoos

CHECK OUT.. A Beautiful Mess

2011-12-27T02:18:00.000-08:00

A Beautiful Mess

Found a really cool DIY blog and it's called 'A Beautiful Mess', really sweet!
They've got some great fashion DIY's but also a lot of ideas to brighten up your interior!

Check it out!

Cute door mat

Painted leather bracelets

Modern wall art with Post Its

INSPIRATION: Zara studded shopper

2011-12-26T23:06:00.000-08:00

ZARA studded shopper

(SOLD OUT..:( )

I just loooooved the studded shopper from Zara when I saw it in Amsterdam.

Beautiful leather, big shopper to carry all and an added toughness by the hundreds of gold studs!

I has it all: basic, simple, tough, black and leather.

I feel a project coming up...

BLOGGER x DIY: Stylescrapbook for Monki

2011-12-20T05:10:00.000-08:00

Style Scrapbook for Monki Television

Bloggers doing DIY's and encouraging readers to do so themselves are directly climbing up my favorite list.
While StyleScrapbook is already one of my favorite blogs to check, I especially love the DIY's she's doing - like the yellow leather clutch, MK gold pants, bracelets and more - and now she's collaborating with Monki.

In the eight episodes she shot for Monki, the last two are about DIY'ing a Monki blouse. You can see the best fabric store in Amsterdam where I also go (A. Boeken) and how she gets her inspiration. Really fun to see, check it out here:
DIY Darling Part 1 and Part 2

CHECK OUT.. WWW Styling Tips

2011-12-19T06:41:00.000-08:00

There's always a good reason to visit WhoWhatWear when one is in need of some serious Fashion/Beauty/Styling/Shop inspiration. But one of my favorite reasons to visit WWW is to see their monthly Styling Tips.

For a weekly update, subscribe to their newsletter here (tip)

Below is WhoWhatWear's Year of Styling Tips!

TIP 2: Pair an army shirt with a pretty floral dress

TIP 2: Transition a LWD with an army jacket

TIP 1: Update your wardrobe with a printed shorts suit

TIP 6: Mix prints + colors for a chic look

TIP 1: Go for slim pants in chic metallic hues

TIP 2: Mix tailored shorts with a fur jacket

TIP 5: Combine black + white lace for an elegant ensemble

TIP 8: Team a knit sweater with bright leather pants

TIP 1: Try a pair of metallic pants this season

TIP 3: Punch up neutral pieces with a pair of tailored red pants

TIP 8: Combine a pendant + midi skirt for a subtly '70s-chic look

The FASHIOLISTA app

2011-12-13T09:00:00.000-08:00

Finds and inspiration

It's unbelievable how often I find myself (make believe) shopping on my Fashiolista app for nice items. Best invention ever!

How it works
By following stylish 'fashiolistas' you will be able to see what they love. You can 'love' it yourself so you practically build a whole collection out of the items you loves - a great way to express your style and look for new items to put on your shopping list. You can also post your own fashionable 'finds' that others can like again.

Inspiration
It's a real fun way to get inspiration, trends and I get a lot of DIY inspiration from browsing my daily items on Fashiolista. I think, the best thing is that you don't always know the brand names, so it's all about the look of the item!

Here are some 'loves' on Fashiolista I've put right in my inspiration/DIY idea folder..

Measure the size and sew thin pieces of different fabrics together to make the skirt.
*Add studs or sequins for extra sparkle

Use thick and lace and sew it on a existing white skirt

Sew zippers into a basic coat
*Have to try this ASAP!

Embriodery: gold sequins or lace on the shoulders

A simple pattern with a sophisticated and rich fabric
*See easy pattern tracing here

Wrap a neon/bright/attention-grabbing belt around a simple white or black bag
*On trend AND extra safe from pickpockets!

Spray paint a simple bag - metallic!

Sew strings of beads or different bracelets on a zipper
to create the instant-arm-party-effect

OMG so beautifull..
this might require some experience and patience, but it's so pretty!

1,2,3: google 'Chanel logo', print and iron on!

Warning: zippers will heat up in the sun, so might not be the best DIY idea..

Home made enamel jewelry - love it!

Super glue on: stones, old earrings, etc..

Gotta find a good way to apply studs on leather - Anyone?!

Love the separate collars, real easy to make!

Not really a DIY, just love leopard.

Glue a scarf on an envelope bag.

Sew a metallic chain and neon rope on a chic jacket

Glue a sprakling ribbon on a simple (leather) ribbon

Cut the collar from a girly unused blouse

Tie-dye and cut off: ready for action!

Add different little charms to a pendant

Zipper bracelet

You can see at the bottom of each picture some of the fashiolistas I follow.
And check out my public profile here

BLOG FOCUS: AfterDRK

2011-12-12T02:58:00.000-08:00

Sabrina from AfterDRK

AfterDRK

Dutch blogger Sabrina knows her basics with an edge.

DIY PROJECT: Soon.. shredded tee

2011-12-05T01:52:00.000-08:00

Shredded t-shirts..

DIY by Childhood Flames

Rouge et Noir by Mila

Rouge et Noir by Cottds

Check out a tutorial here (Childhood Flames)

I have to make these ones some time soon, they look great!

But which t-shirt to use? And is it better to wait for summer and switch to a comfy knit?