NEW YORK

 

SELECTED graphic t shirt, $27 / T shirt / Kate Spade canvas shoes / Kate Spade leather wallet / Kate spade watch / River Island hat, $12 / Black and white wall art / Leather bound notebook / DENY Designs throw pillow / New york home decor, $34

 

Hello Lovelies!

How have you been? I missed you! Yes, I am still alive, and yes I am still in Beijing! But not for long!

 

I am going to NEW YORK on Monday! Eeeek!

 

I am very excited, not only have I never been to New York (or the East Coast for that matter) but I have always dreamed about living in New York one day! I will be there for almost two months until the beginning of September and it is work related so I am actually getting paid to be there – cannot believe how lucky I am! That being said it makes the whole trip a little bit more unpredictable as I don’t know how much I will get the chance to explore the area around New York or even travel to other cities but I guess it will be good any way. I hope I get some time over a weekend to fly to LA as I have so many friends there right now… let’s see. I feel very lucky to have so many opportunities thrown my way and I can only advise anyone to go where the wind blows you, there are so many exciting things happening along the way!

 

I am a bit scared of packing as I hate it and I always wish I could just take everything! But on the other hand the US is just the perfect place to go shopping so I guess I should leave some space in my luggage!

 

Thanks for reading, even if my posts are so rare! :P

 

Much love,

 

Ines

 

Favourite Christmas Jumpers

Hey my lovelies!

I just got back to my home town in Germany! 

Feels good to be back home. Although China decks out on Christmas decoration and lots of blinking lights everywhere it just wouldn't get me into the Christmas spirit. And it's pretty tacky too... Being back in my home with all the decoration and lights and having my family close instantly makes me feel that Christmas is just around the corner! Don't know about you but I love Christmas. I love the decoration, the family gatherings, the cold outside, a nice fire in the fireplace, hot tea and... PRESENTS haha. 

Like every year I will be spending Christmas at my grandparents' house. We dress up at Christmas eve but I like the English tradition of Christmas sweaters! Best to snuggle up in front of the fireplace with a hot chocolate in hand and a good book... 

Here is a selection of my favorite jumpers in stores now. Which one is your favourite?

xxx

Ines

still looking for the perfect winter coat?

Still out and about in your trusty denim vest or battered leather jacket? Agreed, you do look good but winter is almost here and it might be time to get yourself wrapped up in one of this seasons trend coats. Here are a few suggestions:

1) River Island        2) Topshop        3)Topshop        4) Miss Selfridge

Topping this year’s hot list are definately nice long coats with fake fur lapels. The mix of wool coat and fur lapel will keep you stylish AND warm this winter. Go for earthy tones to match pretty much all your outfits and to keep it classic. If you’re on a budget, try throwing a fake fur stole over one of your old winter coats to give it a new look or check out your local charity shops for vintage pieces.

1) Topshop       2)New Look       3) Topshop       4) New Look

Bordeaux and Burgundy; Berry Colours are all over the high street at the moment. Add a dash of colour to your wardrobe with these wonderful numbers. Plus you won’t have to worry too much about spilling your mulled wine. ;)

 

1) New Look       2) Miss Selfridge       3) River Island       4) Dorothy Perkins

Animal print fur coats are still big this season, so if you still have your trusty leopard print coat from last year, don’t be afraid to wear it! These kind of coats are not for shy peeps as they pretty much scream “Look at me!”. But don’t let the print put you off, they are actually very versatile and wearable. This years on-trend addition to the family are dalmation spots – if you don’t want to go full force try adding dalmation accessories to your look for an instant wardrobe update.

1) Topshop       2) New Look       3) Miss Selfridge       4) River Island

The Parka is definately a wardrobe staple and every girl should have one. Parkas are versatile and stylish and always on trend. Ideal to make the transition from autumn to winter, these weather resistant beauties will keep you warm and dry in wind and snow. Charactaristic for a proper Parka is a nice fur-lined hood and big front pockets to burry your hands in. Traditionally Parkas were used by the military which is why they are usually green but if you wan’t to go for a more sophisticated look, there is plenty of other colours to choose from!

1) Topshop       2) Miss Selfridge       3) Miss Selfridge       4) Dorothy Perkins

Don’t be afraid to invest in a nice duffle coats because they are, like Parkas, always on trend. These classic coats are usually made from a thick wollen material and closed with a number of toggle-fastenings at the front. This year’s duffle coats come in all kinds of shades and with a hood or without but mostly with a bit of fake fur. A duffle gives every outfit an instant twist because of the detailing on the front in combination with the classic cut.

    1) Miss Selfridge       2) Dorothy Perkins       3) Miss Selfridge       4) Topshop

Speaking of classic cuts, with these coats you simply can’t go wrong. The classic coat shape single- or double-breasted will be with you for all times and through all trends. Keep it simple and classic and invest in a one-coloured coat either in black or brown to go with everything. Or try one of this season’s trends and go for contrast – either contrasting sleeves or, a bit mor subtile, a contrasting lapel. Again you can update these by throwing on a fur stole and transforming it into an on-trend piece.

lazy sunday

(Mac – Asos / Loafers – New Look / Kimono – River Island / Pants – New Yorker / Top – H&M / Clutch – Vintage)

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Hey everyone!
How was your weekend? I must confess I spend a pretty lazy one with my boyfriend, saturday and sunday were kinda shitty in terms of weather, one moment so sunny that you decide to go out and as soon as you leave the house, it starts pouring. So I had a huge closet and shoe rack clear out (going on my KK account soon).

When it stopped raining yesterday evening the boy and me decided to head out to a place that has been on our discovery list for quite a while now. It’s called Kassaba and it’s a Mediterranian/Turkish Restaurant, Lounge and Club. I a lover of everything Persian/Arabic/Indian you know. The food was delish and the interior is simply beautiful. Apparently the building was a factory before and they transformed into a gorgeous two stories persian palace with a modern and contemporary edge. If you’re live in the north, you should definately check it out (Kassaba Website)! I’d love to celebrate my birthday there… oh well, that’s quite a bit from now. ;)

Sorry the Outfit pics are a bit blurry but it was already dark outside. The Kimono is my new love from River Island. I’ve got to take a close up of the print, it’s so pretty! The loafers are an amazing find too, real leather and in sale for only £15 from New Look! I want to slowly get rid of all my plastic shoes…

Have a good start in the week!

xxx

 

Na, wie war euer Wochenende? Da das Wetter die letzten Tage ziemlich wechselhaft war, bin ich mal zuhause geblieben und hab Klamotten und Schuhe ausgemistet (die bald auf KK zu finden sind!).

Gestern abend hat es dann doch mal aufgehört zu regnen sodass wir noch schön essen waren. Das Restaurant heißt Kassaba und bietet sehr leckere mediterrane und türkische Gerichte in einem herrlichen Ambiente. Auf der oberen Etage gibt’s eine weitere Bar und einen Club mit VIP Area, da würd ich zu gerne meinen Geburtstag feiern… ^^ Ich liebe alles arabisch/persisch/indische und war schlichtweg begeistert. Das Essen war super, wir haben uns eine geniale Grillplatte geteilt, die wieder erwarten gar nicht so scharf war (bin da ein bisschen empfindlich) sondern echt exotisch & lecker!

Sorry dass die Outfit Bilder ein bisschen verschwommen sind, aber es war halt schon dunkel. Der Kimono ist von River Island und ganz große Liebe! Muss den Print mal richtig fotografieren, der ist so schön! Die Schuhe sind auch neu, hab ich im Sale für nur £15 bei New Look gefunden. Langsam verabschiede ich mich von Plastik Schuhen…

Hoffe ihr hattet einen guten Start in die Woche!

xxx

it’s still cold in london

Everyone is talking about spring… don’t know about you guys but it is bloody cold and wet and aweful over here and I can be happy if I see a ray of sunlight every week. Well, should not bother me, I got to study anyways… My outfit is as grey as the weather. meh.

Ich weiß nicht warum jeder von Frühling spricht, hier ist es einfach verdammt kalt und nass und furchtbar und ich kann mich glücklich schätzen wenn ich einmal die Woche einen Sonnenstrahl zu Gesicht bekomme. Ach kann mir eigentlich auch egal sein, ich muss eh lernen… Mein Outfit ist demnach so grau wie das Wetter. Bah.

  

(Bag, Sweater, Skirt – H&M / Overknees – River Island / Leather Boots, Wristwarmers – Primark / Jacket – Zara / Scarf – AA )

like a hobo

 Finally my black clothes get some love again! Loving the lacey detail of my pleather shorts. And this cardigan, that I have been looking for since ages and finally found the perfect one. In my boyfriends closet. Shhhh! <3xxx Endlich bekommen meine schwarzen Klamotten auch mal wieder etwas Liebe ab! Ich liebe das gestanzte Muster an meinen fake Leder Shorts. Und diesen Cardigan, nachdem ich schon ewig suchte und nun endlich den perfekten fand.  Im Schrank meines Freundes. Psssst! <3xxx  (Cardigan – Boyfriend / Hat, Top, Bag – H&M / Shorts – River Island / Overknees – New Look / Ring – Asos / Necklace – Vintage) 

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to cover our past

I am spending these last days of 2010 up north with my grandparents, eating all day and sleeping long… My outfit is therfore cosy and warm, just perfect for this weather. The boots are a new addition to my wardrobe, they are so comfi! There is nothing better than a pair of plain black leather boots!

xxx

beige and brown

 

Current favourites from River Island.