What they were wearing: Love these outfits

These stylish women are a source of inspration. They are truly the most stylish of the past week.
Sarah Jessica Parket at the Burberry fashion show in London, I love the leather jacket: what a great colour and fit.Kate Winslet in a sexy one shoulder LBD with an even more sexy new man.Gwyneth Paltrow has really surprised me lately, showing that she has a great sense of style. Here showing off her great leggs in the dressy shorts.

What I was wearing: glad to be back.

It's been a while, but it is good to be back. I started a new job and needed some time to get adjusted to my new situation. And it is good to know that my absence did not go unnoticed. Thank you all for the sweet personal reactions.

To start of a new set of postings, let me just show you what I have been wearing lately. I hope you'll be inspired.

And don't forget: National Glamour Shopping Day on October 2nd for 20% off in all your favourite stores. Happy Shopping!!!

This cute cocktail dress I got at Macy's in NYC, the black stiletto peep-toes are from Jessica Simpson. My hair was done by Yacine in The Hague, they also did my make-up. The jewelry I got at Saree Nagar in Surinam. All dressed up for my cousin's wedding.
This uber cute green satin cocktail dress, with just one sexy embellished strap, was a great find at Macy's. The black patent leather stiletto heels are from Jessica Simpsons. Jewelry from Surinam combined with some things I already had and my watch is Swarovski.
This beautiful black dress was on sale at Massimo Dutti in Spain, I spiced it up with a leather Zara belt and jeweled shoes by Otazu. The bracelet I got at Galaxy in the Hermitage Mall in Surinam.My favourite leggings from Pieces, shirt from Vero Moda, boyfriend jacket is from Zara (on sale), and the shoes are from a shop in Spain (sorry forgot the name)(was really cheap).
Just picking up Diya from school in this outfit. Zara cardigan, skinny jeans from Massimo Dutti, tanktop from We and shoes by Geox (the ones that breeth)(they actually do, you have clean and fresh feet all day ).
My rocker chick look. Black Zara leggings, white Vero Moda shirt, vest by Zara, Leather Jacket from the New York Look in NYC, shoes from the New Yorker.First day at my new job I wore my new high waisted bootcut Zara jeans and sheer blouse also from Zara.Zara blouse, white leggings by Massimo Dutti, Zara belt and Geox shoes.On my way to a high tea at Hotel Des Indes in The Hague wearing Zara blouse, Massimo Dutti jeans, Sasha heels and Zara dressy tailored jacket. The earrings I got at Primark for 3 Euros. I went shopping with Diya and got some great great clothes, here I am wearing just a few of my finds. Skinny jeans and shirt from Vero Moda, the boots are Shabbies from Fred de la Brettoniere, and the cardigan is from Pieces.

What I was wearing in Surinam.

Trousers from Massimo Dutti and Zara top.
Skirt from Mexx and top from We.Dress I bought in NYC, ready to go out to a party.

Ofcourse I wore more than these three outfits, but unfortunately I did not take a picture of my outfit everyday. All I can tell you it was hot, so all summer outfits, easy breezy summer dresses and lots of shorts and tops.

What I was wearing this week.

I am the last one to ever complain about warm weather, but this week has been ridiculously over the top. It was hot hot hot!!!! Even now as I am typing this blog sweat is dripping down my back, and it feels like I am melting.

Packing a suitcase in this weather feels like a cruel punishment, but I try to think of the 4 weeks vacation that we have plannend ahead instead. Tomorrow we are leaving to Surinam. I bought Diya a camera as a present, since she did so well in school this year. So be ready to see some cool pics from her of the Surinam sights.

I leave you with what I was wearing this week: looking forward to your comments!
Summer dress from the Haagse Mart (new find).
T-shirt from We, Zara shorts and shoes from Sasha.
Tanktop from We, Zara pants (new find) and flip flops. I think I will be wearing this outfit during the trip to Surinam, since it is soo comfortable.
Summer dress form the Haagse Mart (new find).

Some favourites of mine

It's been a hectic week so far, Diya came down with some kind of virus, so I am taking care of her right now. Good news: Diya's school, the Dr. Willem Drees school, was named the most Healthy School of The Hague this week, and they were awarded 5000 euros for organising so many free sports activities. I am so proud, because I went to this school myself when I was Diya's age. Furthermore I have met some great inspiring people this week and I am very lucky to have so many lovely people around, that I can call my friends. Today I just want to share some beautiful things with you, which I found on the web.

A whole closet full of beautiful dresses: Lily's closet

Habitually chic reporting on the launch of Chloe's new perfume LOVE.

My favourite shoes:

My new everyday favourite, a great find at the local Market:


Great looks this week:
Cameron Diaz at the premiere of Knight and Day in Spain.Naomi Watts covered up sexy at the Tony Awards.
Sexy mum Jennifer Lopez. Her face looks different, as if she had something done. Did she? The look is sexy, just too bad the shoes don't match this dress.
The lovely America Ferrera nothing ugly about her.

What I was wearing this week.

This jacket is from Theme, and I've had it for more than 15 years. It's a great tailored English jacket. Today I tried it on again, and it actually still looks great. Shirt from Vero Moda, legging from Pieces, and shoes from Geox.This is actually a Zara summer dress (bought it in Spain years ago), which I always wear as a shirt. The leggings are from Pieces and the shoes from Sasha.I had a party on Saturday, I decided to wear my new Mango dress. The shoes are from the Cinderella Otazu limited edition collection (2009).Mango dress with a Zara summer blazer.This is what I wore for my meeting at Jackie Magazine. I forgot to ask them if they liked my outfit (argh). Zara jacket, Vero Moda shirt, Zara legging, and shoes from a little store in Spain.Leather jacket from Zara, H&M summer top, Zara jeans, shoes from Sasha.I wore this outfit on my mother's birthday. Happy Birthday mum!! Zara cardigan, black comfortable summer one piece from Spain, and Gold coloured sandals from Grendha.

Best dressed!

These women have made it to my best-dressed list this month:Sarah Jessica Parker styling up her casual outfit with a Louis Vuitton scarf. I love love love how she is wearing bootcut jeans in her ankle boots.Tinsley Mortimer in Requiem, and Versace shoes.Sarah Jessica Parker in Raven Kauffmann couture.SJP taking SATC2 on the road with her blue Nicholas Kirkwood "Kasia" sandals.SJP in Ellie Saab haute couture.
SJP in Alexander McQueen.
Salma Hayek in Gucci (ofcourse).

Great food: Dauphine

Cafe-Restaurant Dauphine, (+31) 020 462 16 46, www.caferestaurantdauphine.nl

Yesterday I had dinner at this wonderful restaurant called Dauphine in Amsterdam. The food was excellent and the service was great (which is quite unexpected in the Netherlands). I had the lobster (very attractively priced at 20 euro's), my friend Milena had the Lamsrack. Though Milena warned me about the battle I was about to face with my lobster, my appetite for lobster was even greater. So when our plates arrived I was ready and waiting with my about-to-crack-you-open-lobster tools.

The plates looked superb, the garlic Lobster was served with freshly cooked sandless spinach, and what seemed like a mix of mashed chickpeas baked with a little crunchy skin (yummie). All of this came with some melted butter on the side (even more yummie). It all tasted even better than it looked, though most of it ended on my neighbours plate, in my lap, my hair and even on my knees (didn't notice that one until I was in my car). That is what you get when you ignore Milena's warning.

For dessert we both ordered the Chocolatetruffelterrine with a raspberry sauce, it was over-the-top-delicious-had-to-open-up-my-belt so good!

Other delish orders on the menu were the hamburger with fries (I don't eat beef, but the looks of this one almost won me over) and the plateau de Fruits de Mer (seafood display). I recommend you try this restaurant yourself next time your in our capital city.

And this is what I was wearing (pictures were taken before the lobster attacked me):
Zara Jacket
Dress by Mango, shoes from Sasha

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It is a great read and a must-have for I-want-a-job-in-fashion-wannabees.

Let's Kiss! (Keep It Simple Sugar)

H&M top, Bershka pants and H&M shoes.Zara blazer, Vero Moda white tee, legging from Pieces and short grey boots which I got in Spain.

When I dress in the morning I go for effortless chic (and ofcourse it takes a lot of effort to look so effortless, as we all know). I love putting together off-the-rack pieces from H&M, Zara and Mango, and combining it with other items or accessories creating new and fresh looks. Looks that are distinct and different. To me this is personal style. I think most women go for safe and familiar looks. When we find something that looks good on us we tend to stick with it. There's nothing wrong with that ofcourse. But let me share a secret with you. Stepping out of your comfort zone, will bring you much JOY!

How? you ask, well let me tell you: You probably have some great pieces in your closet, now take your favourite shirt, and (hear me out now) instead of getting the jeans that you usually wear it with, try those great baggy pants that you have, or that skirt that you bought ages ago, which fits so nicely at the waist. Spice it all up with a belt (try a big or a small one and see which one looks better). Wear a nice jacket, or cardigan with it. And instead of wearing does flats (because there so damn comfortable), get your high heels out (even when you are just picking up your kids from school). You never know who might notice you. The result is a fresh new look, that will make some heads turn your way.

Just try combining the things you would never have thought of combining, and save yourself the money you would spend on a personal stylist. You can do it yourself!

But remember Keep It Simple Sugar! Don´t overhang yourself with necklaces, bangles and other pieces of juwelery, thinking it will make you look fashionable. Oh no, no, noooo: it will only make you look like a rundown Christmas tree. The key is to choose some great accessories like a good bag, belt, nailpolish and shoes. These can be colourful. But keep the juwelry to a minimum.

For example. For the past month I haven´t worn any earings, I mean I love them and I own a lot of them (really a LOT). But it just felt like too much. The only jewelry I wear nowadays is my watch and my ring. Both of which were presents from my parents, well actually the watch is still my mums. But I love it so much, she let´s me wear it everyday.

What I was wearing this week.

After a couple of great spring summery days the weather has failed us once again (no surprises so far). Wardrobe wise this meant I had to face some challenges, and as you know I am always up for challenges. So here's the result.
Zara vest, WE basic white tanktop, boyfriend jeans from Bershka and my Sasha heels.
I always get asked how I put my hair up like this, and it is so easy. Just make a very high pony tail, and take little strings of hair from the tail and pin them down. And you're done. Great for those bad hair days. Warehouse high waisted jeans, basic tee from Only and my black leather jacket from Juno.
Same leather jacket, Zara legging, Only dress and shoes from the New Yorker.Getting ready for a bike ride with my daughter.