Where East meets West with a Scandinavian twist.

I came across beautiful new danish brand Birger et Mikkelsen . First time I have seen this brand few weeks ago on boot sale in Chiswick. I am visiting this market regularly as it is easy to find there unique high branded designer clothes ,shoes or accessories. I always look for new things in pristine condition same like on ebay as well . I do not understand why people selling products which are heavy used and deserve for a bin . Anyway I bought there two products .One is a two pieces set of top and shorts made from laser cut goat skin .First time I am having something like that .The leather is so soft and delicate difficult to even notice that is a leather as is very light . The exciting part is that the product is created for future collection SS 2015 and will be available in stores next year .This is a sample but was all with tags attached and brand new . It is a nice feeling to have something before anyone else can have it  .

I am surprised why they have created this for next spring as is obvious Autumn dark colours . Looks great with brown riding ankle boots from the same designer . Brogue style upper design and soft leather with sweet pink lining. Very comfy and perfect for everyday use and match easy with many outfits .

I am fascinated about this brand and already bought beige nice jumper from them . I am looking for more stuff but they are bit pricy .The company is based in cold and rainy Copenhagen .

Day Birger Et Mikkelsen vision was to bring beautiful ethnic influences from world travels and merge them with Scandinavian simplicity , masculine tailoring and vintage inspired styles . The result is a luxurious mix of modern 

classics, embellished details , exquisite craftsmanship and inventive elements.

A selection of essentials with the contemporary take on everyday couture . The Day brand is modern,classic and ethnic designs expressed in a sexy stylish way . The sophistication mixed with the free spirit of modern gypsy .

Company was opened in 1997 and become a global 

design- driven company consisting of Day Women 's Main line , 2ND Day launched in 2011 and a stunning interior design line called Day Home . Keld Mikkelsen is the founder and owner of Day Birger Et Mikkelsen . Fascinated by the exceptional craftsmanship in Hong Kong and India Keld decided to merge ancient embroidery, patterns,prints and trimmings with contemporary silhouettes and tailoring and transporting these amazing crafts to the Denmark .

DAY BIRGER ET MIKKELSEN  WOMEN Main Line is a modern, classic, ethnic look full of intriguing contrasts, in a sexy, stylish expression. From exotic influences to the shimmery glamour of vintage styles. To tailoring inspired by men’s styling to inventive silhouettes. Timeless designs appealing to the creative spirit of metropolitan bohemians everywhere.

Something romantic with something minimalistic

Featuring luxurious fabrics in silk, satin and velvet. Handmade ethnic prints, beading, sequins and embroidery inspired by travels to the Far East.

You will find subtle colours and shades of black,brown,grey,beige,rust,cream,white .You’ll find a vast range of versatile styles you can choose as wardrobe fundamentals, evening wear and elegant occasion wear. Including forever items you’ll be glad you had. Feel free to spontaneously mix and match to create your personal look.

This is your chance to re-invent yourself. And explore your own inner elegance.

2NDDAY is Day Birger Mikkelsen's younger contemporary line.

The collection is based on denim, leather and tailoring. 2NDDAY is a studio-based collection with a raw elegance and is divided into two lines: ready-to-wear and denim.

2NDDAY is a progressive Danish concept brand with a focus on confident, alluring, inclusive design with an effortlessly feminine personality. The concept is simple and minimal, focusing on excellent fit and quality.

I was wearing the leather set which amazingly match with the brown leather sofa in the salon :-)
I went to the Golf Club in Denham wearing my lovely burgundy parka coat and mustard scarf brought as a present from Tunisia .
Usually I do quick delicate, subtle, illuminating make up .This time I have spent more time and have created something more artistic, spectacular and visible . My eye shadows was a  mixture of black,grey and few shades of green together with mascara,blush and bronzer which I bought from Chiswick as well. 

A legendary product, Terracotta was the first Guerlain bronzing powder. Given the status of a magical beauty product, Terracotta echoes the soft touch of the first rays of sunlight.
Light, translucent and luminous, Terracotta restores a natural healthy glow in a few strokes of a brush. Combining the sensuality of a natural tan with the voluptuousness of light textures and a velvety finish, Terracotta perfectly reproduces the golden and coppery shimmer of sunlight Its formula, enriched with moisturising active ingredients, does not dry out the skin. It ensures long-lasting comfort.
The skin glows with an instant natural tan that is both matte and luminous. Subtly moisturised, it radiates with beauty.
Terracotta is available in eight shades for all skin tones and comes in a non-refillable powder case.

Shopping time in Canary Wharf !!!

Today I would like to share some beautiful moments in two extremely different places countryside Rickmansworth  and in the heart of London - Canary Wharf.

First place inspired me a lot and I always feel calm and in peace when I have a direct contact with green nature and forest. It is like a detox for body and relaxation session for soul . Perfect place to charge you battery after busy week in the city . The landmark under look like artistic piece of paint .

I was wearing Ted Baker Parka Ruye Faux Fur Coat in burgundy colour which match with colour of my car :-)

I bought this coat last year but worn a lot and on many occasion as easy go with a lot of underneath outfits and is very warm and comfy . Also the colour and fabric is bit shiny and sparkly with metallic accent and effect. Fully printed with quilt floral lining. A tie-toggle cord waist for the most feminine silhouette.

I was wearing also my fur bag and black classic leather trousers and Timberland Earthkeepers leather ankle wedges with faux fur .

On  last sunday I also visit second place which is part of East London to see beginning of Christmas festive fewer. 
People already started Christmas shopping and was really crowded there . Christmas in England has not really religion meaning and context .All the cosmopolitan people originally from different parts of World become celebrating the Christmas tradition like the Christian one. They like  to decorating the tree and buying and giving each others cards and presents also cook the traditional food . In my original eastern catholic country Christmas is a more religion and sentimental time . It is definitely less commercial and marketing than here . I think in both countries people at that time are more nice to each other they are keeping and celebrating together in a big family groups .

Black skinny Guess Jeans with sequins I compose with lovely mink-silver Ted Baker pleated Emie  Top ,loose fitting woven top,pleat and ruffle detail along button placket,shimmer fabric,elasticated waist to add shape Plain. Crew-neck. Fitted waist with cosy beige - cream crochet Ted  Baker Trefil Bolero Jumper 

I have visited few of my favourite shops .Ted Baker store surprised me with lovely interactive window Santa decoration .

Next step was to see lovely shop with plenty variety of english chocolates made by Charbonnel at Walker .

Bit of history of the exquisite products :-)

Founded in 1875, Charbonnel et Walker is one of Britain’s earliest chocolatiers. Encouraged by Edward VII, (then the Prince of Wales), our company first formed as a partnership between Mrs Walker and Mme. Charbonnel, the latter from the Maison Boissier chocolate house in Paris. Our original shop opened at 173 New Bond Street in Mayfair and has remained in Bond Street ever since. It is now housed in one of London’s elegant arcades, the Royal Arcade on Old Bond Street. We feel much pride and privilege to be endorsed by the Royal Warrant as chocolate manufacturers to Her Majesty The Queen.
Charbonnel et Walker chocolates are hand-made according to traditional recipes. We are particularly renowned for our dark chocolate, made from the finest dark couverture, which has a luscious richness and unforgettable silky taste. Our luxurious hand made boxes, satin ribbons and complimentary gift-wrapping complete the perfect gift for every occasion. We are certain that a beautifully presented box of Charbonnel et Walker chocolates will delight any recipient as an exquisite expression of your care and affection. 

I have crashed on the Pink Marc De Champagne Truffles 

Every time when is some occasion I am asking my relative to buy for me as a part of present as the small box of chocolate is not so cheap .

Our exquisite truffles are made from the finest ingredients. Butter is folded into melted milk chocolate and alcohol is added such as decadent Marc de Champagne. The mixture is whisked to form a thick ganache and the truffles are then surrounded by a coating of fine chocolate and are lightly dusted in icing sugar.

About the shoes this time I will not mention anything and keep as a secret for a while. Next time  I will introduce the brand with another product from the same factory :-)

South African Springbok Fur and leather trousers !!!

Perfect weather for glass of Mulled wine with orange pieces and spicy accent.

I am a typical collector of good quality and nice branded and unbranded clothes , shoes, cosmetics and accessories . I am usually looking for unusual and unique vintage stuff which catch my eye . Also I like to discover new brands and expand my fashion- beauty knowledge. I am mostly buying new products or sometimes some second hands but always in immaculate condition . Some people they are  buying and keeping later items which they do not know how to complete together in a stylish set and expose in a good positive way to get attention. Often they do not realise even what expensive, unique and  good they having in the wardrobes as they do not understand the sense of the fashion. I am taking advantage of people like that and buying from them good quality products in a low price . Always looking for good occasion and bargains to spoil myself .

Often I try to do a business as well and I am selling items which I do not need anymore or which I have only used a little bit . Old and heavy used products I am always giving for charity purpose  and not understand why some people selling products in so bad condition such a greedy. Sometimes I am also spotting things and buying with straight idea in my head to sell as soon as possible and make profit . 

I have managed to do it many times in the past but in same time sometimes Its hard to red of it as would prefer to keep it for myself . I need to convict myself that I have already something similar  and better to sale and make business and money to buy something later what I do not have at all . I am always trying to balance and make wise and moderation decision .

It is enough my philosophy for today . 

I think something must have and necessary in every wardrobe of classy and chic lady is pair of black smart leather trousers . Special in Autumn and Winter season .

I had crash for leather trousers since I saw one Miu Miu on Carr Boot sale in Chiswick which I am visiting regularly . Unfortunately I missed the occasion to buy cheap pair of designer high quality leather trousers . Never mind next time will be another bargain :-). I was looking for similar on Ebay and have managed to find lovely new pair in exactly my size like a made to order.

The brand of the trousers is Definitions ,they are tailored regular and straight leg with zips up ankles  and bit biker style .

They will match perfectly with any white, cream or light top .

I set up with delicate beige Primark top with the neckline line embellishment and chic Ted Baker Toko  cream cropped wool jacket with neck tie which can easy replace the scarf  and blossom fairy print lining.

Special attention deserve my natural fur spectacular bag which I got as a souvenir from South of Africa . The brand is Aqua Madonna. Bag is made from South African Springbok Fur and mixed with brown leather . Natural shades of cream,beige and brown perfectly match with any Autumn outfits and is very universal .

Springbok is a medium-sized brown and white antelope-gazelle of southwestern Africa. It is extremely fast and can reach speeds of 100 km/h and can leap 4 m through the air.

November weekends outfits !!!

I was thinking and I had a dilemma about weather seasons in England. In some different countries it is only one season summer for example for most of the days .In England like most of the Europe we have four seasons but usually in England is two spring and autumn . In this situation we have more variety and choices. We are not bored and can buy and collect or play and show light clothes for warm days and heavy for cold weather. We have more opportunity to dress differently to show our stylish outfits different in summer and completely another in Winter. Apart from light dresses and tops and sandals we can choose between high and short boots between leather or fur between hats stylish scarfs and glows also between jumpers and heavy coats.

We have a lot of possibility to make our wardrobe varied and we do not need worry about monotony.

Also depends of weather season we are choosing different colours and shades. In summer everything is awake,growing ,bright and with fresh breeze .We are preferring light,bright and pastels colours .

Pale Pink,blue yellow ,orange, green. When the weather start changing and become closer to Winter  the day is getting shorter and we are feeling more depressive,lazy and tired . We need colours which can be subtle,calm and dark. Definitely we can forget about fuchsia or incandescent . Black,navy,brown,coral,brick,cooper or grey and cream become more familiar to us. Of course we can do sometimes  exception and wear something colourful is no limit and no restriction for anyone .

I think if every day weather would be the same we will quickly feel bored and start hating that. I know we are always complaining about cold and wind in Winter but in same time we have more choice and fun when we are filling our wardrobes with seasonal clothes .We can look different and show and play more .This should make us more exciting and help us to look forward to a different time of the year .

I would like to share some two ideas for autumn outfits  

Showcase your flair for fashion in this captivating Ted Baker coat.

We can see here beautiful peplum cream short double breasted wool-cashmere Ted Baker Rivka jacket with luxurious rose floral lining combine with leather short milk boots with the metallic element made by english shoes designer Cara London .

CARA Shoes…

…goes back a long way. Its origins are rooted back in Victorian times, so we know a great deal about shoes. We currently have eight stores in England and our online store.

All our stores are bulging with such wonderful items that choosing a favourite is always a bit tricky. You can always have more than one favourite though!

Most of our shoes come from Italy, but don't panic, all our Italian shoes are built with British feet in mind. Gone are the days when Italian shoes meant narrow little killers.

We offer a wide range of brands including our own CARA label, a brand that exudes class, comfort and quality.

Alongside our shoes, CARA now offers you a stunning range of clothes and accessories, everything a girl needs to accompany them - Bags, jewellery, belts, even jewellery for bags!

It is very similar brand to the Jones Bootmaker but more unique and stylish I think .They are very well made from soft leather in and out making them really comfortable . The combination of colours its really eye catching silver metallic on the end and all in milk satin shade 

Look great as a set with light blue Ted Baker bag and skinny Ted Baker jeans.

Dinosaurs and denim adventure !!!

Recently I had a pleasure to see scary Dinosaurs :-)

I am a fanatic of denim and jeans. My favourite brand for trousers is a Ted Baker .I am wearing a size 2 and always fit me perfectly . I heard many time that I look good in jeans and also I like to wear them often  . Jeans you can wear in many ways from basic casual to more formal with heels and suit jacket. I always look for unusual design and pattern on. This time I fancy the embroidered one 

Someone must put a lot of afford to make them as it is very carefully created and decorated .

They are bohemian ,hippie style and flared . Beautiful design and high denim quality .

I have decide to wear the jeans with blue denim bike jacket,lace peplum cream top and grass green Ted Baker bag with cooper gold chain. 

My lovely son could not resist and did silly faces :-)

I need to share also some lovely bargain which I bought recently . I do not like really be over charged and prefer buying things from ebay for example .Very often people selling products very cheap there as they do not know really how much is something worth it or sometimes they do not bothered about profit as they want only rid off from the house .Important is to check carefully and regular visit sellers and keep eye on auction .Always important is the best moment to buy when others they do not buying. It is bit like a gamble or game sometimes you are the winner or the looser . Regarding the biggest auction shop we will talk later one on a  different occasion.

I am a person which need wear a glasses for far distance like for driving for example . I love fashionable frames and I am a very picky and fussy about them. Like everything else I like stylish and original unique products . Before I was always looking for big brands frames . I have owned Ray Ban ,Voque ,Armani and Versace glasses. I have big collection of old frames which are scratched and used a lot . These days I was looking for big frames curved and cat eye style as suiting me better than the smaller or rectangle shapes as I have big face and big eyes .I missed few of them on ebay but I decide to buy one which did not look promising but when they arrived I loved them immediately .

Model no. Versace

VERSACE MOD 3164 991 51-16-135 BROWN

Like usual on my site I will share some general information about the new brand to get to know better fashion world .

Usually referred to as Versace, is an Italian fashion company and trade name founded by Gianni Versace in 1978. Iconic Italian brand Versace is synonymous with more-is-more glamour. After Gianni Versace's tragic death in 1997, sister Donatella took charge, perfecting the label's boldly feminine aesthetic. 

As of August 2013, more than 80 boutiques operate worldwide; the first boutique outside of Italy was opened inGlasgow, Scotland in 1991

http://www.vogue.co.uk/spy/celebrity-photos/2011/10/17/donatella-versace-style-file

Special the pretty unique colours like a leopard or tiger shades.Also I like the iconic medusa logo on them which is not too big but giving lovely sophisticated accent of luxury .Simple frames but with the character of classic high product .

I have sentiment to the Versace as I had a bag long time ago from the same brand with the medusa decoration .

I managed to buy the frames for £ 17 pounds includes delivery .Today I have passed the Vision Express optical shop and found the exactly same identical one for £ 249. Over the internet the cheapest price was around £ 100. 

It is good lesson, example and  advice to never buy frames from these big local shops and always try to look over online places .