Moomins and pom poms

Although I was in Helsinki for less than 24 hours, I was lucky to be there while there was a Fashion Stock Sale going on where Finnish brands were participating and selling products at low prices and as I was curious to see the work of local designers and it was just at the centre of the city, I paid it a visit. Although I saw many interesting pieces, the things that caught my eye and I couldn't walk away from was this collection by a designer which was full of prints with Moomins.  

I don't know if you recognise these very cute characters coming from a children's book and comic strip (100% from Finland) but I have been a fan since my childhood. If you don't know them, I invite you to Google them and you can find on YouTube episodes of the animated series. Of course I couldn't resist buying something from the collection, especially since the price was muuuuch lower than the original one! Oh and obviously I went for the pink option ;)

                             

• Pink and blue dress with Moomins print: IVANA HELSINKI
• Ancient greek style sandals with pom poms: PRIMARK
• Fuchsia quilted bag: FRAGOLA
• Sunglasses: HASS JOYERÍA

Bobble on the top

I am back! If you are following me on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter you probably know that I have not posted anything for some time now because I was on a trip. First I went to Amsterdam and Iceland on vacation and then I went to Finland for work. 

In Finland I had the chance to learn more about local brands and designers and do a little shopping. While I was in Lahti as a guest lecturer I visited a small boutique called Puoti that stocks Finnish designers and vintage clothing. It was impossible not to notice a stand full of hats in different colours, materials and sizes but all with a characteristic yarn bobble. As you can imagine I went for the most colourful one in the store. What makes this buy even better is that the brand making the hats, called Costo is a sustainable business that cares about the environment and uses leftover materials for their production.

• Grey long-sleeved dress with frill hem: ZARA
• Pink sparkly pointy flats: BIMBA Y LOLA
• Pink quilted bag: DKNY
• Yellow hat: COSTO

Marble and stripes

As I have mentioned before, sales are the perfect opportunity to buy things that you weren't willing to pay for the original price before and although you run the risk that you won't find the piece anymore if you do, you can save up a lot. Take these mules as an example that I had been eyeing on Zara. I never found them on the local store that I frequently visit but I had seen them on the online store and I had been stocking them. They weren't extremely expensive (1199 pesos translating to 47 pounds, 55 euros, 59 dollars) but although I really like them they are not the kind of shoe that I will probably be wearing on a daily basis. I decided to wait for the sale and hope for the best. So as soon as the sale season started I checked the online store. Now they were half price but still I was not sure and I decided to wait for the second wave of discounts that I know Zara applies after a couple of weeks. So after waiting to see how much further the price would be reduced and hoping they would still have my size, finally I got online and saw that they were sold for 349 pesos (14 pounds, 16 euros, 17 dollars) and available in my size so I immediately added them on my shopping cart! 

That is probably what you can call a happy ending to a sales hunt ;)

• Marble print dress: TU TEXTIL
• Black and white stripes pointy heeled mules/black quilted bag: ZARA
• Black choker: A.T. CHOKERS
• Black sunglasses: CARRERA

Pink and yellow

I live in a city where the weather is very unpredictable and we are going through a very summery winter but occasionally the temperature drops. So if you are wondering why my posts are sometimes featuring coats and some other times short-sleeved dresses it is because of these sudden changes. I have a last Christmas present pending to share with you and the weather has finally allowed me to use it so here it goes. This yellow cape isn't probably something I would have bought myself. However, I love its warm colour and the fact that it can cover you up from the cold but it is not too warm as a coat. I look forward to using it in order to give pops of colour to my looks.

• Denim shirt: ASOS CURVE
• Skinny jeans: H&M
• Pink quilted bag: DKNY
• Pink sparkly pointy flats: BIMBA Y LOLA
• Yellow cape: MAP
• Gold eye ring: THE CRAV CONCEPT

Dreamcatcher and camouflage

I probably look different in this picture than usual as I am completely make-up free. I was skeptical about sharing it at the beginning but then I decided that I just could not wait to show off another of my Christmas presents. Anyway the purpose of this blog has always been to share my personal style and outfits and I have always been far from perfect so I think it is fine to go all natural once in a while. 

Since it is Wednesday it is the perfect fit for a pink outfit (Mean Girls reference) so my brand new dreamcatcher necklace is the ideal complement to make everything even pinker ;) Now I am hoping that it will also fulfill its purpose as a dreamcatcher and only bring me good dreams!

• Pink sweater: ZARA
• Crop jeans: LEVI'S
• Pointy imitation snake skin slingback flats: H&M
• Camouflage and flower print jacket: PRIMARK
• Large pink quilted bag: DKNY
• Dreamcatcher necklace: LIVERPOOL

Pink dress, cool sunglasses

I am trying to remember when my fascination for pink started. Of course as a girl growing up in the 90s I had a colourful wardrobe but then puberty kicked in, I got chubbier and more self-conscious about my body so I started having a thing for neutral colours. But then I realised that it doesn't matter if I dress in black or any bright colour, I will still be a curvy girl! So I decided to embrace my love for pink and started filling my closet with it.
Sometimes I think I should cut down on the pink pieces that I buy but it is just so hard! I have had the dress for about 5 years and when the weather gets cooler like now, it is the perfect way to look pretty and keep warm. And since we still get sun despite the fresh air, a pair of cool sunglasses makes a great match.

• Pink knit dress/pink striped scarf: H&M
• Camel lace-up ankle boots: ZARA
• Large pink quilted bag: DKNY
• Pink mirror sunglasss: THE CRAV CONCEPT

Pink Lady

Mondays are always complicated because you have to get back into the routine of work and forget about the weekend fun and focus your thoughts. Apart of strong coffee, wearing pink can have a positive impact on your mood and make the return to reality a little bit easier. Of course I would say that because I love pink. You can try with your favourite colour and see how that works out ;)

• White v-neck t-shirt: ZARA
• White tank top (worn underneath): H&M
• White and pink striped trousers: PRIMARK
• Pink pointy sparkly flats: BIMBA Y LOLA
• Large pink quilted bag: DKNY
• Pink lace choker: A.T. CHOKERS
• Pearl ring: THE CRAV CONCEPT

Fringe and crossover

Sales are a perfect excuse to go shopping. Of course sometimes you can get carried away and buy things that you don't necessarily love and you won't really wear just because they are very cheap so beware! Try to buy pieces that are really worth the space in your closet and try looking for the things you really wanted all season but you couldn't afford or you really didn't think they were worth paying the original prices. I found this kimono on my summer sales hunt in H&M and I thought it would be a great addition to my kimono collection, especially since it was 75% off!

• White tank top/blue skinny jeans/grey kimono with fringes: H&M
• Gold crossover sandals: PRIMARK
• Large pink quilted bag: DKNY
• Gold cat face ring: ASOS CURVE

Flowers, polka dots and tassels

This rainy day calls for pops of colour and different textures! TGIF and a long weekend is about to start!

• White sweatshirt with flowers print: DOROTHY PERKINS
• Black tank top (worn underneath)/ pink socks with polka dots: PRIMARK
• Cobalt and black trousers: TARGET
• Black leather ankle boots with tassels: PULL & BEAR
• Long textured jacket: ASOS CURVE
• Large pink quilted bag: DKNY

Pink for the cold

Keeping warm and looking stylish is difficult to pull! Try a colourful coat to give a flair to your outfit and although you might say that the ugg boots are not the chicest of them all, they can guarantee you comfort and warmth :)

• Pink and blue colourblock coat/black tights: PRIMARK
• Black knit dress: CALVIN KLEIN
• Boots: AUSTRALIAN UGG ORIGINAL
• Large pink quilted bag: DKNY
• Black beret with magenta bow: TOPSHOP
• Pink scarf: THOMAI´S ADVENTURES IN FASHIONLAND

Following Audrey´s steps

Have you ever considered how much film has affected fashion? "Breakfast at Tiffany´s" and Audrey Hepburn´s wardrobe in it have become a classic example of elegance and are the inspiration of my outfit today.

• Black short-sleeved short cardigan: H&M
• Black dress with sequinned hem: LAURA ASHLEY
• Blue pointy kitten heels: ZARA
• Large pink quilted bag: DKNY
• Black hat with pink ribbon: THOMAI´S ADVENTURES IN FASHIONLAND

Grace´s cats and the knit

Another print made by me using the designs of the amazing Grace Coddington who happens to be a super cat fan like myself! Oh and these cats are no ordinary cats, they wear only designer outfits :)

• Coral pink linen top: ZARA with Grace Coddington´s fashion cats print made by me
• Beige knit cardigan: ZARA
• Long black skirt and black tank top (worn underneath): PRIMARK
• Nude ballets flats and black quilted bag with cat ears: ASOS
• Silver initial necklace: JUICY COUTURE
• Silver charm bracelet: PANDORA
• Black sunglasses: CARRERA

Same shoes, different hair

September is about to finish which means that autumn is here and it was time for a change for my hair!

Cobalt mocassins: Zara/ off-white with black design details full skirt and pink quilted purse: Primark/ black short-sleeved sweater with beaded neckline and black bow headband: H&M