Spring 2016 Fashion Wishlist ❤

Winter season is officially dunzo, but of course the Dutch weather is being stubborn. Still hoping the temperatures go up soon enough, so I can box up all of my winter clothing until the end of the year. With every new season, I love adding new pieces to my wardrobe that I think will match perfectly with the weather and current style trends. My favorites for this spring so far are bomber jackets and just about anything suede. Definitely two reoccurring trends in this year's spring wishlist. However the colors I'm drawn to this season are a little bit over the place, ranging from soft pink, greyish blue, khaki and tan. Curious about my entire wishlist? Check it below! 

Pastel Pink Ruffle Blouse - ModeMusthaves | Baby Pink Bomber Jacket - MostWanted | Cherry Bomber Jacket - MostWanted | Multicolored Sneakers - Even&Odd | Pink Faux Suede Creepers - DaisyStreet | Nude Faux Suede Cap - LaModa | Blush Faux Suede Cap - LaModa | Red Fringe Leather Bag - MostWanted

Sand Cotton Top - Mango | Contrast Hem Sweatshirt - Mango | Grey Bomber Jacket - Boohoo | Woven Outerwear - H&M (on sale!) | Denim Boyfriend Jeans - TopShop | Blue Ruffled Sleeve Blouse - Mango | Denim Top - Mango | Denim Sleeveless Top - RiverIsland

Brown Suede Shirt - Mango | Khaki Suedette Biker Jacket - New Look | Long Jersey Blazer - H&M | Khaki Zipper Skirt - New Look | Vintage Western Belt - Asos | Tan Faux Suede Creepers - DaisyStreet | Grey Faux Suede Creepers - DaisyStreet | Khaki Faux Suede Heeled Booties - LaModa | Grey Faux Suede Heeled Booties - LaModa 

Black Suede Moto Gilet - ModeMusthaves | Black Leather Biker Jacket - New Look | Slogan Cropped Sweater - New Look | Black Heeled Booties - MostWanted | Black Lace Up Sandals - River Island | Floral Print Mini Satchel - New Look 

Too bad a large wishlist and an insufficient budget means having to choose which pieces will make the cut. But nevertheless, can't wait for some new additions to my closet! What's on top of your Spring wishlist?

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What To Wear: Valentine's Day Outfit Ideas 2016 ❤

I'm one to always dress for the occasion. And Valentine's day being a week away makes for the perfect excuse to go all out and hunt for nothing but cute floral prints and heart themed accessories. And this post is here to provide you with the perfect love-loving look book. So whether you've made plans for a romantic dinner & movie date, a Valentine's day party or a single girls night, you're bound to find an outfit to wear this Valentine's day! I've made sure to mix up the sexy with girly and just a scoop of casual. All very affordable! Hope you enjoy :)

Outfit 1: 

White Striped Skater Dress - New Look | Black Suedette Perforated Boots - New Look | Burgundy Suedette Cut Out Choker - New Look

Outfit 2:

Black Striped Bandage Crop Top - New Look | Pink Mesh Striped Midi Skirt - New Look | Embellished Block Heel Sandals (on sale!) - MandM Direct

Outfit 3:

White Floral Print Frill Crop Top - New Look | White Floral Print Pencil Skirt - New Look | Soft Beige Clutch - Zign | Nude Snake Heels (on sale!) - MandM Direct

Cute Valentine's Day Gifts For Your Best Friend(s) ❤

Like I said in my previous blog post on fun ways to spend Valentine's Day while being single, this holiday isn't just about having a significant other. You can just as easily use this opportunity to show some extra love and appreciation to anyone you care about. That usually includes your best friend(s). So today I thought I'd show you 20 very cute and affordable Valentine's day gifts that are perfect for all your friends. Every friend is different, so I wanted to include a little bit of everything. Have fun reading! :)

1// Fairy Tale Storage Boxes - H&M 2// Blonde/Brunette/Blond Phone Cases - Casimoda 3// Brunette/Blond Phone Cases - Casimoda 4// Golden Magnetic Polaroid Photo Frames - Asos

5// Passport Holder - Loavies 6// Eiffel Tower Candles - Hema 7// Print Porcelain Plate - H&M 8// I Love You A Lattee Coffee Cup - H&M 9// Happy Heart Porcelain Dish - Asos

How You & Your Friends Can Become Squad Goals ❤

If you've been somewhat living on social media for the past year (I'm not judging I swear), there's no way the hashtag squadgoals didn't cross your path at least a thousand times. It definitely became a thing after Taylor Swift decided to bring her posse of "Bad Blood" bad girls along to last year's VMAs. Ever since then girls everywhere have been aspiring to become just as fierce as the OG squad and continuously attempt to display just how tight their friendship bond really is, no matter how big or small of a group. 

If you and your friends dream of obtaining that absolute level of 'goals', keep reading because I've gathered tons of cool props and clothing to help you parade your squadness. 

Fitspiration: Cute & Affordable Active Wear ❤

The first week of 2016 is officially behind us and I'm proud and impressed that the goals set for this year are still all I think about. If you've read my previous blog post, you know that maintaining a healthy lifestyle was on the list. And even though I have been more cautious of what I eat now and often choose home-cooking over take-out, I still haven't gotten my butt back into the gym just yet! And though it might sound a little superficial, I think buying cute gym clothes just might be the motivation that I need. So you know I had to find me some..

I like active wear that looks cute, is somehow motivating and most importantly affordable. If you're the same, you're in luck. Because I found 25 fitness gear all for under €25! So enjoy and let's get fit together :)

1. & 2. Fit Slogan Bralet - Boohoo (€9) 3. Pink Dip-dye Sports Bra - Primark (€6) 4. Work It Girl! Tee - Even&Odd (€12,95) 5. Multi-Colored Sports Bra - H&M (€19,95)

6. Marble Print Double Strap Cross Back Crop - Boohoo (€15) 7. Black Sneakers - Primark (€13) 8. Long Sleeve Sport Tee - Primark (€14) 9. Marble Print Shorts - Winnie (on sale: €20,95) 10. Rose Mesh Sport Trainers - Boohoo (€23) 11. Under Armour Shorts - Play Up (on sale: €12,48) 

December 2015 Lookbook: Holiday Party Outfits ❤

With just a few weeks left before Christmas and New Years, I bet your social schedules are filled with office parties, festive family dinners and fun nights out with friends. And for a true fashionista that usually means multiple party outfits! That's why I've created a special December 2015 lookbook for you to draw more than enough outfit inspiration for all of your fun and festive upcoming events. With these 10 outfits, I'm sure you'll be the life of the party! Get inspired and shop away :)

Outfit 1: Lace Cropped Top | Lace Bra | Mirror-Embellished Shorts | Strappy Heels | Heart-shaped Shoulder Bag

Outfit 2: Sequin Cropped Top | Scuba Skirt | Faux Plush Booties 

Outfit 3: Cream High-Neck Blouse | Faux Suede Waist Skirt | Metallic Rose Gold Stilettos | Metallic Clutch

Outfit 4: Knitted Sweater | Mini Skirt | Lace-up Heels 

Holiday Heels 2015: The Perfect Party Shoes ❤

With so many festivities and activities on the agenda this month, I bet your fashion choices are on top of a long laundry list of things you still have to take care of. But with this holiday shoe catalog, I'm hoping to make things a little easier for you! Scroll down for more than 30 cute and festive shoe picks that are appropriate for all December occasions: office parties, family dinners, night out with friends and so on. 

Buckled Ankle Boots | Embellishment Ankle Boots | Cut-Out Ankle Boots | Rhinestones Ankle Boots | Clear Block Heel | Metallic Strappy Sandals | Glitter Block Heel 

Faux Leather Booties | Cut-Out Ankle Boots | Glitter Sandals | Glitter Ombre Heels | Detachable Bow Pumps (on sale!) | Detachable Bow Pumps (on sale!)

Glitter Strappy Sandals | Detachable Bow Pumps (on sale!) | Leather Tassel Heels | Lace-Up Sandals | Rhinestones Sandals | Glitter Strappy Sandals | Glitter Strappy Sandals

Ugly Christmas Sweater Party 2015 ❤

Every Christmas season I dream of having an Ugly Christmas Sweater Party sleepover or something, but it just never happens. I just think it's the perfect way to get all of your friends together and get into the Christmas spirit, while looking hideously cute! Even though this sweater party is most likely not going to happen for me this year either, I'm pretty sure I'll still rock a festive outfit on Christmas morning. So I'd thought I'd show you some 'ugly' picks for your very own festivities this month. 

This Girl Loves Santa | Baubles | On the Naught List | Elf Off

Dear Santa, I Did Try | I Only Do Morning on December 25th | Naughty or Nice? (on sale!) | Holly Pom Pom

Christmas Gifts Ideas for under €10 ❤

With so much going on before the holidays and end of the year, things can get a little stressful as far as getting all of your shopping done. Now I know this time shouldn't be all about gifts, but let's face it.. it's a big part of the celebration. And depending on the size of your social circle, shopping can get pretty pricey. So in the course of these upcoming weeks, I'll share my favorite gift ideas all for under a specific price point to help you out!

First things first.. Gifts under just €10!

Buying makeup as gifts for others can be tricky, so I opted for beauty products that are a little more generic for every female. 

Lipstick Grid Print Mirror | A Initial Compact Mirror | Makeup Therapy Paddle Brush | False Lash Applicator | Heart Print Eyelash Curler | False Eyelash Set | Faux Leather A Pouch | Striped Clear Makeup Bag

I love buying home decor for myself, but they make great gifts as well! These ideas show that the decor gifts don't have to be elaborate at all.

Marble Box | Alphabet Mug | Marble Candle | Succulent | Metallic Gold Soap Pump | Silver & Gold Soap Pump | Succulent | Reindeer Head | Gold Stationery | Print Cushion Cover

Fall 2015 Fashion: Grey is the New Black ❤

Grey is such a versatile color when it comes to fashion. I was really into it this past summer, but I love it even more this time of year. It's simplistic, oozes sophistication and is basically the new black in my eyes. I've gathered a few grey items, that I would love to add to my fall wardrobe. I'm especially loving how there are tons of shades to choose from.

The first top items include some everyday platform boots, a cozy "Not your Bae" sweater, a very pretty metallic top and a grid check duster. This duster coat is perfect for days you feel like layering. The four bottom items are a nice bouclé oversized coat, a casual rib knit pencil skirt and a fancier metallic pencil skirt, as well as some really fashionable ankle pointed stiletto boot. 

I like the look of this bouclé cardigan and the knit roll neck crop jumper seems like it can keep you really warm, despite it being cropped. And nothing screams fall more than a wool hat, am I right? I also really like this faux fur satchel and plunge ruched knitted dress. As well as the light grey nail polish & dark grey nail polish from H&M. 

How do you feel about wearing grey in the fall of winter season? Which of these items would you like to add to your wardrobe as well?

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How to Wear: Button Down Skirts ❤

Hello lovelies,

If you like to keep up with trends like I do, you'd know that button down skirts are alllll over the fashion blogs and magazines this fall. And I ain't mad at all. I haven't actually tried out these skirts on just yet, but I do know how I would most likely like to wear them. Check it out. 

Outfit 1: Shoulder Chambray Shirt - Boohoo | Faux Suede Button Down Skirt - H&M | Front Lapel Backpack - MANGO | Multi-Strap Pointed Heels - New Look

Outfit 2: Aztec Blanket Cape - Boohoo | Knit Cami - New Look | Cord Button Through Mini Skirt - Boohoo | Buckle Suede Ankle Boots - MANGO

My 25th Birthday Celebration: Pink Limousine Ride ❤

Hello lovelies,

As I am replying to all congratulating messages on Facebook, I can't help but reminisce about how much fun I had on my birthday yesterday. It was my 25th birthday, so I wanted to do something really special and memorable. And what better way than to enjoy a limo ride with your closest girlfriends? A bright pink limo at that! We really felt like VIP's as the fully uniformed chauffeur laid out a red carpet at the entrance, had a bottle of delicious champagne waiting for us inside, while we toured across the Hague city and beach area. But not before, we had an entire girls' photoshoot with our pink ride for the night! See some fun snaps below.

20 Festival Statement Necklaces Under €20 ❤

Hello lovelies,

Still looking for a cool statement necklace to finish off your festival look? Look no further! In today's post I'm showing you 20 very festive necklaces, all very outstanding and just for under €20! Because who doesn't love a fashionable bargain? 

[1] New Look - €17,99     [2] Boohoo - €15,00     [3] Bershka - €9,99 (on sale)

[4] Boohoo - €18,00     [5] StyleMoi - €14,39

[6] Boohoo - €12,00     [7] NewLook - €17,99     [8] Boohoo - €12,00

Summer Festival 2015 Fashion Inspiration ❤

Hello lovelies,

July is right around the corner and that means festivals, festivals and more festivals. Even though the only music festival I'm going to this summer is at the beginning of August, I'm already stressing about what I'm gonna wear. Because we all know, festivals are not just about the music anymore: they're like an open air runway show! In case any of you need some outfit inspiration, check out these four outfits I styled with an aztec bralet, fringe shorts, an off-the-shoulder romper and a print dress. 

Get the look: Embroidered Bralet - GLAMOROUS | Gladiator Sandals | Heart Shape Sunglasses - EMBLEM EYEWEAR | Beaded Clutch Bag - H&M | Aztec Shorts - New Look 

My SS/15 Essentials ❤

Hello lovelies,

 It's been spring for a little while now and probably like every other blogger, I still feel like there a few fashion pieces missing from this season's wardrobe. So I thought it would be fun to make a list and show you all my (missing) essentials for this year's spring and summer. 

On top of my list is a pink Fujifilm Instax Mini 8 camera. These pretty polaroid cameras have become such a hype. And I finally think I'm ready to splurge my money on one as well. 

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I used to hate flatforms shoes with a passion, but somehow they made my list anyways. I think being petite, I now definitely see their practicality of being comfortable but still having a little bit of heel for everyday all-day wear. 

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Lately I have been leaning more towards backpacks instead of purses and crossbody's. They not only look very boho chic, put also carry a lot more. 

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On every online shop I've browsed on for the past couple of days, I've been checking out their floppy hat selection. They're perfect for those bad hair days, those "mannn the sun is shining hard" days, those "my outfit is kinda blah" days, don't you think?

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Besides grey being my official spring color, I also can't get enough of striped clothing. I had on a striped asymmetrical dress on Easter last week and I got so many lovely compliments. 

Last on my list, but not least.. flash tattoos! I know they've been in since last summer but I'm still very much obsessed with them. 

What are your ss/15 essentials? And what do you think of mine? Also, take a throwback look at my SS/14 essentials. 

Xx

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What I'd Wear to Coachella 2015 ❤

Hello lovelies,

Even though Coachella is a music festival, the fashion is always a huge part of it. And every year I dream of being able to attend. But between plane and festival tickets, it's probably going to cost me two month's worth of student loan lol. But a girl can certainly dream of her Coachella outfits.

Here are six outfits that I would totally wear if I was going to Coachella this year. To me Coachella fashion is all about looking fashionably comfortable and lots of bib jewelry, fringes, stripes and just everything bohemian. 

Outfit 1: Sleeveless blazer - Floral Skort 

Outfit 2: Striped halterneck top - Fringe hotpants

Outfit 3: High Neck crop top - Denim shorts - Metallic Flatform sandals - Dainty layered necklace 

Outfit 4: Ribbed wrap crop top - Palm tree slip-on sneakers 

Outfit 5: Striped crop top - Crochet pencil skirt

Outfit 6: Aztec crop top - Sliced front split skirt - Gold BIB necklace

What would you wear to Coachella?

Xx

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Outfit: ALL BLACK EVERYTHING ❤

Hello lovelies,

Looong time no see! Right now I'm back home in Curaçao for a couple of months to complete my internship before graduating. So right now I have a pretty busy life, being a full-time working lady and all. That's why I try to do as much fun stuff in the weekend as possible. Yesterday my friend and I went to see The Boy Next Door and it was sooo good! You guys definitely have to go see it! Here's what I decided to wear. 

Black blouse - unknown | Black vinyl skirt - Boohoo.com | Black lace booties - Nelly.com | Necklace - Primark

Please let me know if you guys have any suggestions for blog posts ideas I can do while I'm here on the island, cause I haven't had that much inspiration in a while. 

Xx

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