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Cupecake Love…

Cupcake love

Cupcake love by Brunettemas featuring a leather shoulder bag

Jeg drømmer enda om denne kjolen! MÅ ha kjole... 

Blue & Yellow

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Sommer makeup

Når solen skinner og naturen smykker seg med masse fine og ferske farger. Da er det ekstra gøy å sminke seg, det er mange forskjellige look man kan velge mellom, her vil jeg forsøke å fokusere på fem look som du let kan kopiere: glamorøst, naturlig, romantisk, red hot lips og selvsagt colorblocking

Naturlig look

Naturlig med jordfarger

1.Poler huden med solpudder eller vanlig pudder, avslutt det med å børste lett med rosa/fersken rouge i kinnene og highlight i kinnebena

2. Legg skygge i en bruntone på øyelokket opp til globallinjen, samt under øyet og ton godt ut. Avslutt med litt highlight på øyebenet og i indre øyekrok. Husk å tone fargen gradvis ut med en mykk øyenskygge pensel. Du kan gjerne droppe maskara for en ekstra naturlig look og heller bruke vippetang.

3. Legg en kremaktig leppestift i en nude, svak aprikosfarge

 

Glamorøs og moderne look

Glamorøs

Glamorøs by Avinr on Polyvore.com

1. Legg en foundation som matcher din hudtone og highlight gjerne kinn, øye og neserygg

2.Bruk en våtliner for å legge en rett tykk strek langs vippekanten, topp det hele med et tykt lag mascara, men kun på øvre vipperad

3. Avslutt med beige, nude eller en svak rosa gloss

 

Romantisk look

Romantisk

Romantisk by Avinr on Polyvore.com

1.Legg en lett foundation og rosa rouge på smilekinnet

2. Børst lett rosa skygge over hele lokket, samt under øyet og ton ut alle harde kanter, så påfør mascara. Er du imot rosa og synes at det blir alt for søt look, kan du gå for lyse grønn i naturlig skala

3. Legg en kremete rosa leppestift elle en gloss

 

Colorblocking look

colorblocking- makeup

colorblocking- makeup by Avinr on Polyvore.com

1. Legg en foundation som matcher din hudtone og highlight gjerne kinn, øye og neserygg. Avslutt med en lett bronze rouge

2. Legg skygge i en lys blåtone (eller hvilken som helst annet sterkt farge som du liker) på øyelokket opp til globallinjen, samt under øyet og ton godt ut, itillegg bruk en blå/grønn farget eyelinerblyant under øyet og tegn rundt hele veien. Ha litt ekstra highlight i øyelokket. Legg en sjokk rosa/ fersken skygge på både nedre og øvre lokket mot øyenbrynet. Avslutt med Mascara. Her er det rom for kreativitet, men husk å være varsomt, for mye av alt blir for mye!

3. Avslutt med beige, nude leppestift

 

 

Red hot lips

red lips

red lips by Avinr on Polyvore.com

1. Legg en foundation som matcher din hudtone, dropp rouge.

2.Børst lett nude skygge over hele lokket, samt under øyet og ton ut alle harde kanter, våtliner for å legge en rett tykk strek langs vippekanten, avslutt med å påføre lett med mascara mascara.

3.Tegn leppene med rød lipeliner og avslutt med en dyp rød leppestift, du kan også bruke et lagg med rød lipgloss om du vil ha litt ekstra rød- glans over leppa

Det gjelder å eksperimentere, men husk at dype mørke farger egner seg best til kvelden, mens jord toner og romantiske look er passende til cafe besøk, hagefester, ellers er glamorøs looken godt egnet til besøk, date med din kjære på restaurant og tilslutt kan du velge og vrake når det gjelder colorblocking, det passer like fint til dag som kveld, men det lønner seg å ha litt fargede skimmer itillegg hvis du går for denne looken til sene sommer kvelder.

Håper at innlegget falt i smak, og at det veier opp for mine ellers litt innholdsfattige og lite underholdende innlegg i det siste.

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Hvordan bruke knallfargene denne sesongen!

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Tenkte å lage et innlegg om hvordan man kan kombinere knallfarger med nokså nøytrale antrekk. Personlig kommer jeg ikke til å gå for hele antrekk i knallfarger, men heller prøve å kombinere knallfarger med klassiske plagg. Så man kan bruke knallfarger i enten vesker, belter, bukser, sko, smykker eller for eksempel neglelakker for å skape et moderne uttrykk uten at man trenger å gå for hele antrekk i mange forskjellige farger. Antrekkene i bildene over er nok ikke for alle, men det betyr likevell ikke at man ikke skal kjøpe seg plagg med farger, tvert imot! Til høsten så fortsetter denne trenden, og blant annet fargede - clutch vesker, bukser og pelsjakker er i vinden som aldri før.

 

 

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Over ser vi et ganske enkelt antrekk. Mønstrete bukser i sort/hvitt med en lys skinnjakke til. På høyre side har jeg valgt å kombinere dette antrekket med neon gult og turkis og jeg synes helheten på dette blir veldig fint. Til venstre har jeg gått for hot pink i veske og ring mens sko og ring er i blått. For at antrekket skal få mer helhet så er det lurt å ta opp fargen i tilbehør, slik jeg har gjort over.
 
 
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Her har jeg valgt å bruke fargede bukser i gult og oransj som også er en av de mest utbredte fargene denne sesongen. For å dempe dette så har jeg kombinert fargede bukser med en enkel sort skinnjakke og topp. Her kunne man også brukt hvitt som også er veldig trendy denne våren. Regelen min er at hvis jeg bruker for eksempel en oransj bukse, så vil jeg ta opp denne fargen i noe annet som veske, ring eller neglelakk. Dette skaper en rød tråd i antrekket og resultatet blir friskt og helhetlig.
 
I disse eksmplene så har jeg valgt å bruke to knallfarger i antrekket, men det er noe man selvfølgelig velger selv. Det er også stilig hvis man for eksempel bare investerer i en knallfarget clutch nå denne våren. Bare det kan faktisk friske opp ett helt antrekk, og da kan man jo også kombinere dette med samme farge i leppestift og neglelakk. Dessuten så er fargede clutcher enda mer utbredt til høsten så det er bare å kaste seg på denne trenden.
 
 
 
 

Black & Gold

 

Black and Gold

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Sam Sparro - Black & Gold

Dagens Antrekk

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Julen hos H&M…

i år syns jeg H&M har fantastisk mange flotte julekjoler! LØP OG KJØP sier bare jeg! Besøk H&M sine sider HER!


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Soton 15.07, Bergen 23.15

I Want To Go Home
         


OG, det er nettopp det jeg skal.. Flyr hjem til verdens beste by ikveld.. En liten helgetur hjemme er bra for alle!
Det er på tide med update.. Hva er nytt? Vel jeg sitter mye på biblioteket å jobber med skolearbeid, på lørdag satt jeg 7 timer og søndag satt jeg 6 timer, idag er nok en slik dag. Jeg har nettopp inntatt den vanlige kylling, salat og ris med Gastromat krydder middagen min, og nå venter nok en lekse på meg. Ellers så ble jeg stoppet av en fyr på gaten, han spurte så mye som (på svært dårlig engelsk) ; I'm looking for a girlfriend!, 'Well, I'm not her!' sa jeg før jeg tuslet videre. Der ser dere altså hvor mye spennende som skjer i livet mitt utenfor skole! Jeg drar altså en liten mini tur hjem til Bergen og min bedre halvdel på idag, og denne gangen går jeg ikke glipp av noe skole. Vi drar direkte til hytten og skal bare slappet av med kos og vin ikveld/natt når jeg endelig kommer frem.

Fall

Fall 2010


I motelyset: magetoppen

I år skal toppene være kortere enn tidligere. Gjerne over navelen. Det er en del som har hengt seg på trenden allerede, og så er det mange som holder seg unna. Som kanskje ikke føler seg helt komfortable med å sette fokus på den delen av kroppen, eller som rett og slett ikke aner hvordan man kan kombinere plagget.

Og jeg må først være ærlig nok til å si;- dette er ikke en trend som passer for alle! Alle kan være moteriktige, men alle kler ikke alt. For å føle seg best mulig bør man fremheve det man er fornøyd med. Magetopp er ikke akkurat det mest flatterende plagget som eksisterer! Meeeen… det er tross alt bikinisesong. :-) Til park- og strandbruk er magetoppen et enkelt og trendy valg til noe å hive på overkroppen, gjerne sammen med en lys denimshorts:

Topshop crop top // Forever 21 shorts

Tips: Det finnes mange varianter, og den over er veldig praktisk i og med at jeg knyter den selv (lett å justere hvor kort jeg vil den skal være)

Kombinerer du magetoppen med en high waist-bukse eller shorts kan du skjule eventuelle love handles, og likevel vise litt hud. Eksempel:

New Look crop top // Forever 21 bukse

Et skjørt med høyt liv kan også brukes! Eller så kan du se om du finner en topp der snittet er litt mer ’tilpasset’, som for eksempel denne:

Her ser dere altså at man viser litt hud foran, samtidig som sidene er tildekket. En av mine favorittopper akkurat nå, fra Penney’s i Irland!

Tips: har du en gammel topp som du sjelden bruker, men som egentlig har et fint mønster/stoff? Klipp den til da, vel! Da kan du justere lengden akkurat så kort som du ønsker. Da sparer du både penger og får utnyttet garderoben :-)

Dersom du  absolutt ikke ønsker å vise hud, men likevel vil følge trenden an du sette sammen et antrekk med flere lag. Ta den korte toppen over en kjole som passer til, eventuelt bare ha en body under.


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Summer Outfit Inspiration: Movies

Cracks

Cracks by mariaairam

A while ago I made a post with Polyvore-outfits based on some of my favourite books. It got a whole lot of lovely comments, so I thought I’d give it a second go, only this time with movies as inspiration. The first move is Cracks, a lovely, but dark movie featuring Eva Green in some of the most gorgeous clothes I’ve seen on-screen for a long, long time. Think draped quality fabrics, rich colours and an air of elegant nonchalance. I have become slightly obsessed with the red dress. It might be an unusual choice for summer, but it’s so gorgeous I simply couldn’t resist.

500 Days of Summer

500 Days of Summer by mariaairam

Next movie up is (500) Days of Summer, with Zooey Deschanel as that slightly odd, but always feminine girl who walks around changing lives while trying to sort out her own mess. I cannot help but adore her, and that fringe… well, it’s right next to Cookie’s on my list, and that’s saying something. Outfits like this are always based on personal preferences – who cares if the shoes don’t match the bag and sunglasses? The point is simply to love the things you wear, not to put them on because they’re trendy or in the same colour scheme. The right attitude is needed, though, so this would be a good time to stop worrying about what other people might think. Just go for it.

the Devil Wears Prada

the Devil Wears Prada by mariaairam

Yes, I know this movie is old news, but I still adore the big city’s way of dressing for summer. When I was in Oslo I saw lots of girls wearing crisp white and simple black, and it was a very refreshing change from all the florals and comfy cotton walking around. And if you’re going to work the black&white-thing, why not do it properly, and pair otherworldly shoes with shiny leather, crazy sunglasses with beautiful jewelry. The key is to avoid anything fussy or messy; keep it simple, but bold.

The Virgin Suicides

The Virgin Suicides by mariaairam

If you haven’t seen The Virgin Suicides, do it. Do it now. The light, the colours, the music – everything about this movie is eye candy, I promise (that Sofia Coppola sure knows how to make ‘em). The base has to be Cecilia’s hacked off wedding dress, of course, and a beautifully aged leather backpack keeps it soft. Yes, it’s slightly innocent, but never naïve, which is why some black eyeliner and a skull ring is needed. Whenever I watch this movie (and it’s often), I wish I was a pink-lipped, honey blonde girl with cute boys as neighbours and long warm days to spend as I please. At least I have a whole bunch of sisters, and I dare say mine are better, as the outlet for their dark sides is mostly weird little drawings and beautiful dancing.

Which movies inspire your outfits nowadays?


Filed under: fashion, Movies, Polyvore, Style Guides

Polyvore newbee

summer day
Jada, så jeg prøvde meg på polyvore. Jeg likte egentlig resultatet ganske godt. Jeg ELSKER den type sko som er til høyre på bildet. Syntes de er så kule! Driver å sikler på et par på sko butikken ved siden av der jeg jobber.
 
Ellers spådde jeg feil da... Var faktisk ikke så mye å gjøre på jobb i dag, man merker at folk har ferie. Jeg og Camilla spiste is, rydda i salgsvarer og hengte ut litt høst nytt. Kan ikke vente til dame klærne kommer!

The Heart Outlet 2010-07-06 00:22:50

I would have gone for the cheap look.


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The good news




Summertime of mine
(Min kjære har kjøpt Filippa K sko til seg selv, liker det!)
De gode nyhetene jeg skulle komme med på fredag ble litt glemt... Den ene gode nyheten er at mamma er mye, mye bedre. Hun klarer nå å gå selv, da altså med sånn gå stol støtte greie, så snart er hun på vei hjem for å trene opp ryggen. Det er sjokkerende hvor fort hun er oppe å går, hvordan kroppen vår fungerer. 
Den andre gode nyheten er at jeg fikk meg jobb på torsdag, jeg har min første dag imorgen så er veldig spent. Jeg er så heldig at jeg skal jobbe i innkjøpsavdelingen til et shippingfirma, det ligger helt i min gate og jeg får masse 'gratis' erfaring av denne jobben, livet smiler. 
Jeg har rett og slett hatt en fantastisk helg, har lagt meg tidlig, slappet helt av, blitt servert biff og fløtegratinerte poteter, sett Sopranos, kjøpt kjole (det er jo ikke så ofte det skjer lengre), hvert på sykehuset hver dag, spist på kinaresturant med min kjæreste, funnet ut av jeg skal lage blåbærterte... Ja jeg har det ganske bra om dagene kan man si... 

Håper dere har hatt en like flott helg..

Polyvore: the Matte Red Nails

A few days ago I painted my nails with Essie’s Raisinnuts, a sort of muted, soft red. It was pretty enough, but I found it rather boring. Then, yesterday I wanted to show my youngest sisters the magic of Essie’s Matte About You, a topcoat that makes any polish appear matte. And Raisinnuts suddenly looked magical, like frosted, stained glass with a very elegant glow. I felt so inspired I wanted to combine them with everything in my closet… then I remembered I am in Harstad at the moment, and have packed very light. But Polyvore is always there to save the day, huzzah!

Matte Nails: Disorderly Danger

Matte Nails: Disorderly Danger by mariaairam

I wouldn’t have considered wearing anything like this a year ago, but my taste seems to be expanding a lot nowadays. This outfit is slightly inspired by Queen Michelle from Kingdom of Style, especially considering the combination of the soft, draped dress and the more brutal shoes and rings. Black lipstick is tricky to pull off, but I think I’d risk it with this outfit, as it makes such a statement.

Matte Nails: Cozy Jane

Matte Nails: Cozy Jane by mariaairam

I watched Jane Eyre the other day with Boo, and although I hardly think Jane would approve of all those laces and luxuries, this outfit is still inspired by her. It’s not too matchy-matchy, but as everything is kept in warm, natural shades it kind of goes together anyway. That robe is perfection; some would argue it doesn’t serve its purpose as it doesn’t cover you up, but I adore it anyway. The cat-eye glasses are a nice touch, too, as they’re a bit eccentric.

Matte Nails: Festive Fire

Matte Nails: Festive Fire by mariaairam

If I was going to a music festival this summer, this is what I would wear: a high-waisted pair of shorts, a tank top, some lacy lingerie and big hair. All right, a curling iron might not be very realistic for a festival, but I’m allowed to dream. A backpack is perfectly practical for running around with your hands free, and sunglasses are a must, of course. Matte nail polish is the perfect way to ensure it still has a touch of class so it doesn’t look too hippie-esque.Matte Nails: Pretty Peach

Matte Nails: Pretty Peach by mariaairam

There’s something about pairing peaches and dark reds that make my knees go weak. Those shorts are insanely gorgeous, and if I could find them I’d have bought them even though white is impractical and transparent and besides, I shouldn’t be shopping now. Phew. Some colours just look fantastic with golden blonde hair, don’t you think? And this has got to be the perfect hat-hair style.

Which outfit is your favorite?


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Styling the Summer Hat

HATS nr.1

HATS nr.1 by mariaairam

I’ve been wearing my black, menswear-inspired hat (the same one as in the Polyvore above) a lot lately, and thought it might be fun to do a posts on wearing hats in the summer. I know hats can be a bit scary – as they aren’t worn that much by people in general any more (such a pity!), a hat does make something of a statement. The trick is to work with the statement, not against it.

The Polyvore above shows how I’ve been styling my hat lately. The floral playsuit from Cubus is almost like a second skin, I adore it! It could easily be toned down with dark tights, a simple cardigan and plain sneakers, but I usually choose to play it up even more. My “fake stocking-tights” are the perfect way to do this, and red lipstick and some kooky jewelry keeps the personality level high. Right where I want it, that is. If you’re going to make a statement, make it properly.

HATS nr.2

HATS nr.2 by mariaairam

The floppy straw hat is perfect for the beginning hat-wearer, as it’s slightly easier to pull off and more people wear it. I love to exaggerate the summery feel it gives, and combine it with natural fabrics/textures and feminine shapes. Still, I need a tiny bit of edge, and a belt in the I-borrowed-this-from-my-boyfriend-and-have-to-tie-it-to-make-it-fit-my-waist-style makes a nice contrast. And even though the colours don’t match perfectly, they’re still nature-inspired and light. Avoiding black altogether is a nice little challenge for summer, don’t you think?

HATS nr.3

HATS nr.3 by mariaairam

Ah, the boater, adored by lovers of Lula and all things vintage. The trend nowadays seems to be to combine this with patterned, flowy dresses, but I quite like doing the opposite. Originally it was worn by men (and a favourite for FBI-agents for a while, according to Wikipedia), so I love keeping it simple and strong with wide-legged pants, a simple black body and a strict leather bag. Still, a touch of red nail polish and a flowy blouse keeps are nice ways to still feel like a girl. Oh, I need a pair of pants like that!

HATS nr.4

HATS nr.4 by mariaairam

Le grande finale, the floppy diva hat. Whereas the floppy straw hat is relaxed and cool, this one screams elegance and high-maintenance – and I love it! Combine it with a skirt that enhances curvy hips, towering heels and a cheeky lace bra peeking out from a simple tank top, and you definitely have a winner. Probably not the easiest hat to wear, but it has incredible wow-factor and is a fantastic way to raise the stakes at a fashionable event.

Do you “do” hats, darlings?


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Stage Outfits!

Stage Outfit: Overload

Stage Outfit: Overload by mariaairam

Exams are coming up, and for music students this usually involves playing a show or two. Playing shows means being on stage, which brings up the eternal challenge of picking out a stage outfit. Fortunately I’ve learnt a few things the past years – no more clothes that can slide around or look transparent in the stage lights…

Stage Outfit: Grey Diamonds

Stage Outfit: Grey Diamonds by mariaairam

Things that look good on stage:

♮Sparkly or shiny things, such as diamonds, sequins and studs. Even the cheapest, tackiest sequins can look wonderful on stage.

♮Clothes that move well, especially wide skirts or flowy sleeves. Extra important if you play music that requires head banging or dancing in general.

♮Fabrics that are either shiny or slightly transparent, as the come alive under the stage lights.

♮Bold or pale colours – black is good for things that shouldn’t get too much attention (like a basic skirt or pants), but a black top will often disappear into the (black) background. Not a good thing for a lead singer/player.

♮Simple, exaggerated designs and silhouettes. The audience is usually too far away to be able to appreciate tiny details, but a good shape will be visible no matter what.

♮A little more makeup than usual, as stage lights wash out features. Lipstick is rather a must, otherwise lips tend to look flesh-coloured. False lashes are a good way to exaggerate the eyes.

Stage Outfit: Attention!

Stage Outfit: Attention! by mariaairam

To be avoided at any cost:

♮Anything that doesn’t fit properly. You’ll spend half your concentration being irritated at that strap/waistband/sleeve, which can ruin the experience for both you and the audience. Not to mention that watching performers fidget with their clothes or accessories is incredibly distracting.

♮Transparent skirts or dresses. Make a friend watch the sound check and make sure no knickers can be seen.

♮Showing too much skin. Yes, you can get away with some flaunting, but don’t overdo it.

♮High heels – unless you’ve spent the two previous weeks practicing walking/bending over/walking stairs/dancing in them, and mastered all these things.

♮Too tight clothes. Some of stage light comes directly from above, which is very unforgiving, especially around the bra-area.

♮Accessories that make noise (stacked metal bracelets or complicated earrings) or can get tangled up in your clothes or hair somehow.

The ultimate test: if you can roll around in bed, run up and down some stairs and pick something up from the floor without having to adjust your outfit, then you’re good to go!


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Challenge: Styling the Chanel Tights

A little while ago Maja asked me to help her style her Chanel duotone tights. I’ve seen these used in quite a few editorials and such, but I do find them tricky to wear in real life. Firstly because they can make your legs look shorter and more stout as they part your leg in the middle. Second, because they really do make people think of a Harlequin, which isn’t always a good thing. There are ways around this, though – simply work your way up my three Polyvore levels.

Chanel Tights - Level 1
Chanel Tights – Level 1 by mariaairam

The “Level 1″ Polyvore above shows what I think is a foolproof way to wear the tights. The shoes are plain black pumps with a rather high heel, which will help combat the short-leg syndrome. The black like from the back of the leg is allowed to continue all the way down through the black heels, which gives the impression of very long legs indeed. The shoes are strapless, too, which is good as the nude panel in front won’t be cut off by a sudden black line.

The clothes in this outfit are simple and plain, kept in neutral colours to prevent that Harlequin-feel you might get with bright colours. Details such as the bow on the clutch and the birdcage necklace keep it young, and the denim shorts make sure your legs get all the attention. As it should be.

Chanel Tights - Level 2
Chanel Tights – Level 2 by mariaairam

“Level 2″ is a little bit more daring. The dress – in that fabulous blue colour – makes it less safe. The shoes also add interest, as they reflect the pattern of the tights, but twist it around the foot somehow. It is still quite classic and elegant, but with a slight twist that gives it a little more personality.

Chanel Tights - Level 3
Chanel Tights – Level 3 by mariaairam

Now, “Level 3″ is a little bit crazy, I know. But that’s the general idea – it makes a statement, it’s bold and feminine, but still not crossing into Harlequin-territory. To carry this off, you definitely have to wear the outfit, and not let it wear you. It’s all about the attitude, and mixing spring-like bright colours with bold black.

How would you wear those tights?


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Outfit Inspiration: Books

Neverwhere
Neverwhere by mariaairam

Hi, my name is Maria and I’m a bibliophile. I know a lot of people seek outfit inspiration in magazines, blogs, movies and music – but what about books? As I tend to read in bed before going to sleep, and then while eating breakfast in the morning, I often find myself influenced by a book when it’s time to get dressed. Say I’ve read Neil Gaiman’s Neverwhere – I can almost guarantee that I’ll want to make my hair big and messy, I’ll dress in something eccentric and slightly off, and there will be leather and lace involved. Well, fantasy books do that to me, all right? You should try it.

And not only that, but it works the other way around, too: if I’ve dressed a certain way, my outfit will often influence the book I choose to bring with me that day (never leave the house without a book, girls!). This has gone so far that I now sometimes choose a book to create a mood for the day.

Special Topics in Calamity Physics
Special Topics in Calamity Physics by mariaairam

A couple of weeks ago, for instance, I was going to attend a conference about musicians and tax (also known as boring-money-stuff). I decided to bring Marisha Pessl’s Special Topics in Calamity Physics, because the main character, a mysterious girl named Blue, always makes me wish I was smarter and knew more nerdy stuff. A perfect state of mind in which to attend said conference, wouldn’t you agree? The book is also a great source for outfit inspiration due to its wonderful combination of decadence (or lace), school uniforms (blazers) and good old-fashioned mysteries (leather, books and accessories with literary references).

Girl With a Pearl Earring
Girl With a Pearl Earring by mariaairam

Other days I might feel calmer, in the mood for something simple. But everyone who’s read Tracy Chevalier’s Girl with a Pearl Earring (or seen the movie, although it’s not completely the same) knows that the calm is just on the outside, and an attention to detail is required to understand what’s really going on. Fabric isn’t merely white, it’s cream, or eggshell, or even yellow (like the clouds), and a splash of the rare blue of lapis lazuli makes a world of a difference.

Water For Elephants
Water For Elephants by mariaairam

Then again… sometimes you just have to go crazy. You have to wear tulle, feathers and diamonds (all at once!), you have to talk to your invisible friend, Rosie the elephant, and you definitely have to wear heels too high to walk properly in. You want to run away with the circus, find true and all-consuming love, make a crowd gasp in admiration. I felt like that after reading Sara Gruen’s Water for Elephants – darlings, ye be warned.


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