- Solange Knowles - 

Solange Knowles, little sister of Beyonce is definitely one of my fashion icons. Solange is Musician, DJ and model and has a excellent feeling for fashion and style. 

For Vogue UK she kept up a fashion diary with her every day outfits. 

Check her fabulous outfits out on www.vogue.co.uk. 

- Christmas Present -> Wants - 

I would love to make a list of some really nice fashion things that I would LOVE to have. Let it be an inspiration for your Want-to-have-gift-list. And please leave your Want-list swinging somewhere, preferably  somewhere near your boyfriends/sugardaddies. Cause nice things cost some money....

(If you want to know the prices in Euro: Divide the $ amounts by 1,3. Also keep in mind that some products have a different price in different countries. Below you can find the American prices.)

1. Chanel Espadrilles - 395 $

2. Chanel Flats - 695 $ 

3.  3.1 Phillip Lim T-shirt - 350 $

4.  Ancient Greek Sandals -  (160 Euro) - ancient-greek-sandals.com - (Available at Saks 5th AV)

5. Valentino pumps and flats - 995 $ & 895 $

6. Marc by Marc Jacobs bag - 528 $  - Too Hot to Handle Tote

7. Henri Bendel  clutch - Now in sale: 238.8 $ instead of 398 $ 

8. Zara - Sequinned and embroidered Cardigan - 399 $

9. Charlotte Olympia - Kitty Flats - 595 $ 

10. Michael Kors Watch - 250 $

11. This one you can buy as a Christmas gift for yourself :-))  

 Kenzo - Iphone Cover - 45 $ (or 25 €) - Also in the colors Blue en Black 

- Quote of the week - 

- Artist in Memory - 

Robert Heinecken (1931-2006) who's work is considered art was a really talented photographer, printmaker and conceptual artist. Although he was rarely found with a camera in his hand. Heinecken created unique images by placing magazine clippings on light tables to expose both sides of the images.
A few of his pictures are now exhibited in Moma (Museum of Modern Art) in New York. I really like his work.
Check it out yourself:

 

Original picture 

 

Picture from: oakazine.com

Picture from: lisathatcher.wordpress.com

- Quote of the week - 

- Can't wait for Spring @ H&M -

I was and still am so excited when I saw a little preview of the Spring collection of H&M. I love it. I really really want the pineapple sweater and the embellished (inspired Balmain) skirt. 

The red dress is reminding me of the bohemian look, and the cap is an excellent accessory. 

Mark my words, caps will be a big TREND this summer. I can feel it, so make sure you find an unique one.

I am designing some of my own. :-)

I am so looking forward to see some more of H&M Spring fashion. But let us face the Winter first...

Picture @ hm.com/Spring Preview Women

- Dsquared² - Fall/Winter 2012/13 - 

Because school is cool. Enjoy this lovely short-mini-movie with Dean&Dan with the Fall/Winter 2012/13 collection. 

- Quote of the week -

- Belgian Pride -

Matthias Schoenaerts is a famous top actor in Belgium. He will be featured in the movie "The Loft" in America, a remake of the Belgian movie 'Loft' were Matthias also played on of the leading roles.
The Loft is expected to be in American cinemas at the end of 2012.

Next to his acting skills, he is now asked to do a sexy fashion shoot together with top model Carolyn Murphy for Vogue. The pictures were taken by none other than Mario Testino.

The full shoot will be featured in the December issue of the American Vogue.














Pictures from Elle.be

* Quote of the week *

- M.I.A. got talent - 

We all have heard about the lovely singer M.I.A.

(If not check her song "Paper Planes" here and you will know about who we are talking here :))  Her new self-titled-zine inspired art book from Rizzoli charts her rise from socially aware art school kid to full-on controversial star through collages, photos, lyrics, and her own neon/tribal artwork. The book is distinctly original with her music, attitude and style of dress. The 192-page hardcover book was released in October 2012.

 

- Affordable high Fashion - 

Did it happen to you that you really really like a designer piece but that your shopping budget can't handle it... Well, there is an other way.

I am pretty good at finding affordable alternatives for expensive designer pieces. It is really one of my favorite things to do. I LOVE IT.
You really have to look around on the internet and then you will find a similar design and sometimes it is even hard to see the difference with the original one. Below you can find a few examples.
I call the original / expensive piece; High End. And the cheaper / affordable designs are High Street.

1. Isabel Marant - Renell Pants 

High End (Original pant):  on Net a Porter                                       


High Street (cheaper alternative):


* Minusey

          

Minusey Black Pant

Minusey White Pant

 * Urban Outfitters 

Urban Outfitters Pant

2. Chloé - Susanna Ankle Boots

The Susanna Chloé Boots - loved by bloggers

High End:  Chloé original boots on  Ssense.com


High Street: 

From top left to bottom right: Sasha - Missguided - Zara - Asos

3. KENZO - Tiger Embroidery Sweater

High End:  Kenzo original sweater on Opening Ceremony

High Street:    Romwe (webshop)

4. Givenchy - Shark Tee

Chiara Ferragni (theblondesalad.com) wearing the Givenchy shark Tee

High End:  on Mrporter.com

High Street:  on Romwe.com

5. Céline bag - Luggage tote

High End:  Available in selected stores (1.700 $ - sold out) - Collection on Celine.com

High Street:  

Modemusthaves.com

Bag Inc.com

 

- Almost Margiela time - 

Nine days to go and then it's time for some Margiela designs at H&M. Sam Taylor Wood made this campaign movie. 

I go for the plexi ankle wedge shoes and for the oversized jeans :-) 

If you want to see the whole collection with the prices go to Collection Lookbook. 

Prepare yourself...

- New Boy in Shoe town -

Shoe lovers, spread the words, there is a new shoe design talent! Burak Uyan, a Turkish - German designer who worked as a stylist for Givenchy (do we need to say more), and as a designer for Giambatista Valli before he started his own shoe line. 

He is known for his comfortable! high heels, and has already tempted many celebrities with his designs. And not only celebrities... I am big fan!