
The fall/ winter 2018-2019 print trends are so much fun, think; Florals, animal patterns, stripes, and plaids anything goes. There is a lot of mixing and matching to keep the grey days of fall … [Read more...]
The fall/ winter 2018-2019 print trends are so much fun, think; Florals, animal patterns, stripes, and plaids anything goes. There is a lot of mixing and matching to keep the grey days of fall … [Read more...]
The uniform jacket is a fashion staple that gets reinvented season after season through the introduction of various fabrics, textures and details. However, in essence, any marine inspired jacket … [Read more...]
Easter is like a warmer, less expensive Christmas. Unlike the festive season, the last thing you’ll wanna do is be indoors ! This weekend is the perfect opportunity for some spring/summer shopping at … [Read more...]
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The holiday period tends to be overwhelming when browsing through the various collections offered in stores. All the more reason for me to recommend another beautiful collection and narrow your … [Read more...]
December is almost here, which means it’s holiday season! The first think that comes to mind when I think of December is that Andy Williams song, “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year”. Despite … [Read more...]
25 years ago they decided to bring some magic to Europe!! I was one of the lucky ones to experience the birth of Disneyland Paris now 25 years later I feel extremely lucky again to celebrate the … [Read more...]
Hi Ladies and Gents! I wanted to dedicate this blog to all of my followers- wether you believe it or not, each one of you have played a roll into contributing who I have become today. I started my … [Read more...]
Ladies, Today we are talking shapewear! Something that might be a taboo for some, which is totally unnessary, because shapewear celebrates curves in a slim smoothing way, not hiding but higlighting … [Read more...]
On today’s blog, I will be reflecting back to DIDI’s fashion show I attended last Monday. As you guys know, I am all for diversity. I find it important that a brand has a wide collection that’s … [Read more...]
Looks like Fall is upon us and we have no more summer days left ahead! We can sit and sulk or simply make the best of it by stocking up on fresh gear for the winter months ahead. Today’s blog is … [Read more...]
Being that the school and fall seasons are at our doorstep, I felt that it was time to take my girls on a shopping spree. Some of you may have heard of McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Roermond, but it … [Read more...]
Mercedes Benz Fashion Week SS 2018 has left me with an immense sense of pride, joy, and satisfaction. Being bestowed the title of Fashion Week Ambassador allowed me to experience all the shows up … [Read more...]
Both Spring and Summer are my favorite seasons. Over-layering and thick socks are no longer required and it’s time for light jackets and open toed shoes instead. I recently added black heeled sandals … [Read more...]
It's not everyday you get to win a contest and the prize is a trip to a country you've never been to before! The challenge was: who can pack carry-on trolly the fastest and in the most efficiënt way … [Read more...]
The perfect combination of my all-time favourite pieces – bomberjacks and pencil skirts both in metallic colors. Classic and perfect for any season at any time. As summer draws near, naturally, I … [Read more...]
Metallics, stripes, jumpsuit all my favorites in one look!! This jumpsuit is everything!! Jumpsuits may not be the most practical thing but when you find the right one, like this striped piece all … [Read more...]
Amsterdam Fashion Week and Mercedes-Benz have become synonymous over recent years. The two brands form a perfect synergy. I decided to pay the new concept store, “Blesconcepts” a visit while test … [Read more...]
When I first moved to Amsterdam I was overwhelmed by all the new areas, neighborhoods and tourists. I love Rotterdam but after 8 years living in Amsterdam I can defenitely call this home. It's an … [Read more...]
The golden age of the off-shoulder top. The Off-the-shoulder top has its moment every season including the holiday season. If you want to show even less skin for let's say a work related event or … [Read more...]
The holiday season is here! Christmas parties and New Years will be here before you know it. It’s nice to have your outfits ready so you only have to focus on relaxing, dinners and lot’s of fun times … [Read more...]
Hey my lovely people, Temperatures are dropping pretty hard and the days are getting shorter. As much as we like to just cuddle up on the couch with hot chocolate and a movie it doesn't hurt to go … [Read more...]
Autumn's calling and that means it's time to get yourself some new ankle boots! This season ankle boots get a high fashion spin thanks to gold and silver metallics, snake or leopard print. I am … [Read more...]
The temperature is starting to drop and there’s no cuter way to keep your feet warm than with an ankle boot. The bootie should certainly be in high rotation in cooler weather. Fashion meets function … [Read more...]
After experiencing Afro Punk Paris it was time to go to the roots of Afropunk where it all started ; Brooklyn, New York!! A full weekend of outdoor summer music, foodtrucks and live artwork at … [Read more...]
Shooting in such a beautiful environment made it so made it all so easy. Everything was perfect, the light, the colors in the picturesque peaceful countryside near Uzes (France) For the second shoot … [Read more...]
Summers like these need a proper pair of boots that can hold up with the weather changes and also be semi-smart at the same time. In Europe if you live/work in or around the center, means that a good … [Read more...]
I dont want to think about autumn yet, even though this rainy weather doesn't help, but H&M Studio A/W 16 does makes it easier to go into fall season. The folklore fairytale like collection is one … [Read more...]
I just returned from beautiful Provence, with stunning sceneries and weather just the way a sweet summer should be. Unfortunately I keep missing out on the good weather in Amsterdam, every time I am … [Read more...]
Last week you got a sneak peak at the mini me dress I designed for My Touch of Africa and I am excited to announce that it is now available online. It was an honor teaming up with this amazing brand … [Read more...]
It wasn't intentional, but somehow I covered these 3 style decades during AfroPunk. As I mentioned before Afro Punk is all about expressing yourself and boy oh boy did I express myself! Friday 80s … [Read more...]
It's that time of the year for fresh inspiration and festival season has officially begun. Below I am sharing with you the beautiful people and inspiring looks of Afropunk Paris 2016. Every day was … [Read more...]
It's Mother's Day! Still wondering what to wear today? Since everyone is going to the trouble of making me feel like a Queen. I want to look the part too. Here are some lovely Mother's Day … [Read more...]
Many people think that double denim or denim on denim is an absolute no no, however, when it’s done right, it can look amazing! Having an ever growing denim obsession, double denim is one of my … [Read more...]
LEATHER OVERALLS The overalls are back!! This time they are made of leather. Instead of traditional denim style, they are sophisticated and more formal. The great thing about leather overalls is that … [Read more...]
While chambray and denim are often confused for one another, they’re not exactly the same fabric. A chambray is a plain weave fabric woven with a colored yarn in the warp and a white yarn in the weft. … [Read more...]
Due to the variety of fits and models in circulation I sometimes forget just how comfortable a pair of stretch jeans can be. They complimented my weekend getaway travel. Pepe Jeans’ “power flex … [Read more...]
This is the best time of the year to start shopping for swimwear! Why? Because the new collections just came out so you will have the first pick and can start daydreaming about your next tropical … [Read more...]
Bunnies, chicks, Easter eggs, chocolates, narcissi it’s only one week till Easter holidays!! For me that’s the official sign that spring is starting, no looking back, forget about all the dark and … [Read more...]
I’m very excited to share one of my favorite dresses of this year so far with you, from Escada's 2016 Spring/Summer collection. I’m obsessed with this denim dress's sleeves. The light blue color … [Read more...]
Being a blogger you get to work with some amazing brands. One of the brands I've recently had the pleasure of collaborating with is Escada. I feel honored to showcase some of my favorite pieces from … [Read more...]
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Arrived in Mexico City !! I am excited to be in Latin America for the first time. Normally my husband and I choose Asia as our annual "honeymoon" trip but we decided to change things up a bit this … [Read more...]
Day 3 I heard my husband telling India it was going to be cold that day, but like I mentioned before India will choose fashion over comfort any time. She picked out a T-shirt paired … [Read more...]
I always try to find fun bonding activities to do with my kids. I noticed my youngest; India really enjoys taking her time when picking out her daily outfit. She carefully lays out her selection … [Read more...]
When in doubt, wear black and top it off with a little gold. That's my motto. If I don’t know what to wear or want to put the emphasis on my jewelry I choose a little black dress. Black with a dash … [Read more...]
There was just no way I could resist this print, thus leading me to rock yet another print-on-print look. Escada designs pants that fit tall girls perfectly. I find the fact that more and more brands … [Read more...]
Every year around December I am like this is it? If this is winter I can easily do this. And every year I get surprised at the end of January when the real harsh weather starts. If it wasn't for my … [Read more...]
Up until recently the idea of me wearing my prescription glasses to an event like that of Fashion Week was unlikely. However, the pair of “Spijkers & Spijkers” which I picked up at Specsavers were … [Read more...]
Dear Readers! Christmas time is the time we tell our friends and family how much we care and love them. Although we should do that every day I also want to take time and thank you my readers for … [Read more...]
There are 2 ways to approach this winter season; “Whoa! Its cold and dark out there” or “Yeah, let’s start the layering process”. I personally opt for the second approach, being that a negative … [Read more...]
Whoever thought African fashion and print can only be worn in the summer, think again! Dede Yebovi , founder of My Touch Of Africa designed items that can be worn through all seasons. The warm … [Read more...]
No more tall girl problems We tall girls all know the problems growing up trying to make ourselves appear shorter to fit in. 1.Prom dresses that didn’t reach the floor, sometimes not even the … [Read more...]
People are raving about these NYDJ bottoms, so I decided to give them a try. Apparently NYDJ's will make you look and feel a size smaller ,which works so well that they strongly recommend you to buy a … [Read more...]
Beside being a beautiful city with exciting nightlife and relaxing beaches, Tel Aviv hosts the most talented designers making their mark in both national and international fashion scene. I was … [Read more...]
While enjoying the promised land and getting ready for Tel Aviv Fashionweek , it’s also the start of Denim Fashion Week. So I am putting my newest member of my denim selection in the spotlights, these … [Read more...]
They make your legs look long, incredibly sexy and have become an inherent part of fashion. The over the knee boots!! which type of thigh high boots are you going for? Last year I was on a mission … [Read more...]
Don’t know if you’ve noticed but the pantsuit is having a major comeback these days. Normally I would totally ignore it, I always thought a jacket with matching pants was just not my thing, only to be … [Read more...]
There is a new webshop online ,thanks to Karin van der Pijl. A power woman, who made a career switch and started her own webshop by the name of Rockbabe. The name already says it. It's for a woman … [Read more...]
Walking through Harlem,I think I must have lived in Harlem in a Past life. It gives me a warm indescribable feeling being here. The dresses I wear come from My Touch of Africa a new upcoming brand … [Read more...]
Second day NY, it's still so nice and summery out here. I took an off day and went to Brooklyn Williamsburg. Do visit this area when you come to New York. On my return from New York I will leave you … [Read more...]
Touch down New York City!!!! This city gives me life. Checked in a the new Boro Hotel receiving a complimentary room upgrade with views of the magical city skyline. Dressed up in my beautiful l.k. … [Read more...]
Let’s stop pretending we don’t need a raincoat, after all, it is the Netherlands where it’s not a luxurious accessory but an indispensable necessity. Put those non flattering drugstore rain suits away … [Read more...]
Yesterday I attended Africa Fashion Week Amsterdam press conference and the program for this weekend is very promising. Here are my 6 reasons why you should turn up: 1.Dressing up. You have a … [Read more...]
Slowly but surely preparing for fall. I know we don’t want to think about it and we are probably not ready. But let’s face it there is no way we can ignore it, fall is knocking on the door. We might … [Read more...]
All white is nice, all black is cute, but let's face it: There's something so sweet about mixing them. Preferable as the classic stripe. I spotted this jumpsuit at River Island, its vertical stripe … [Read more...]
For Africa Fashion Week London I chose these two looks. Both traditional but with a modern twist. The first day I wore the famous Dashiki that made its way to fashion since spotted on Beyonce and … [Read more...]
There are still doubts about how to style an ankle boot or even considering wearing one. Some say they cut off your legs which can make you look shorter and others say it make your feet look bigger. … [Read more...]
It was so special taking my daughter with me to Amsterdam fashion week, looking so grown up and even wearing her own wedges reserved for festive occasions. To make it more memorable she was also … [Read more...]
I helped reorganize a client’s closet, and these are the tips that I gave her: Divide your closet into two sections, basics and key items. Let go of those items that are over 10 years old, … [Read more...]
Petticoats are so much fun and so addictive. I have four colours now but I am craving to have a rainbow of colours. I like them as full as they can get and the great thing about them is that they … [Read more...]
This isn’t a fashion show, campaign or cocktail party… No, this is how men dress for the Pitti Immagine Uomo - an international fashion fair for men’s clothing. My my my, I never imagined that men … [Read more...]
Wearing an all white outfit has its risks. I had to attend two events yesterday; Specsavers’ latest trend presentation and River Island’s Salon show. I decided to wear an all white ensemble. One might … [Read more...]
The greatest thing about the cropped t-shirt may just be its versatility, allowing you to channel pure feminity, or to go all boyish with a few little adjustments in styling. I chose a high-waist … [Read more...]
Totally inspired by the head-to-toe denim goodness. Whether it’s a dress, or separates, the denim monochrome look has never been more relevant. The trick to style this look is to make sure that the … [Read more...]
First look : Minirine legging and swimsuit/ Monki denim jacket / Nike wedges/ Think Imaginary flash tattoos Second look: Chanel sunglasses/ Dashiki (bought in Thailand) / Forever21 necklace … [Read more...]
Art, culture, food and great energy - it all came together at Afro punk festival!! It was lovely seeing people of various backgrounds come together with the same intent, to “express … [Read more...]
Paris by night will never fail to give you this feeling of walking on a movie set. The architecture, the vibe, city lights you are in Paris!! PNY just opened a new … [Read more...]
We are getting closer to Summer season. I'm always looking for new swimwear because I believe you can never have enough, especially when going on vacation. It's nice to have variety and having more … [Read more...]
A brand I can't get enough of is Lady Africa. The minute I saw this stunning bathing suit I knew that was exactly what I needed for my planned holiday in Vietnam. It's been hanging in my closet … [Read more...]
I adore my new high-waisted flares. The 70’s are back in fashion and I absolutely love it. What’s even better all affordable brands are picking it up so you don’t have to spend a fortune to get this … [Read more...]
Getting dressed, for some people something so normal, but for parents with small children it can be challenging at times.Yesterday, a friend of mine asked me how I do it. How do you put an outfit … [Read more...]
Never far from mind as being the epitome of femininity. Wether used as an accent or as an overall look, lace is ready to lend your wardrobe with some of it's undisputed elegance this summer. … [Read more...]
Maybe not a color that I would easily choose, but I fell in love with this shade of yellow instantly. Defenitely a color I will be wearing more often this summer. By now everbody knows I … [Read more...]
Other than having your clothes custom made, sample sales and outlet stores are the place to be when looking for something unique and affordable. It could be that there is only one sample made of that … [Read more...]
Whatever happened to having your clothes actually made by a tailor,choose the style, fabric and color that you like and have an outfit made according to your body measurements. I have been doing this … [Read more...]
Prints will still be in the mix and are not going anywhere. These Vlisco prints are highlights in my wardrobe. I have a lot of skirts that are created from different Vlisco collections, and a lot of … [Read more...]
I am back in Amsterdam after some beautiful sunny days in Morocco and pleasantly surprised that the sun is showing herself here as well. So I am excited to show some spring/summer looks. I know I have … [Read more...]
What comes up when you think of summer? for me it’s beautiful weather, the beach, warm nights, social events, fun and light fabric maxi dresses. The third day in Morocco it was show time, I chose … [Read more...]
Are we happy with the maxi skirt or what? Easy to style, versatile and super feminine. With a fluid and flattering silhouette the maxi skirt is the perfect piece to bring along for this weekend … [Read more...]
Today I fly to Morocco for a fashion show to me that’s the best part of modeling, traveling to places I haven’t been before. It’s not my first time visiting Morocco I was there only a few months ago, … [Read more...]
Let's talk about the essential grey t-shirt, a year round base layer as worn under slouchy jumpers and statement jackets, that quite happily goes solo in summer. … [Read more...]
Everybody knows I have a strong love for prints, stripes and polka dots.So imagine the joy of seeing this outfit, well actually it’s a dress and a pair of pants, but for me that means I will wear it … [Read more...]
Serious but never severe, Minimal but never simple, Fragile but never weak. Just as their clothing line, Max.Tan’s message exudes strength and allure. I stumbled across this brand during my … [Read more...]
Whether it be birthdays, first day of school, church, a simple party, or a summer holiday my mum taught me to always look my best. “A new start needs something fresh,” she’d say. Every birthday she’d … [Read more...]
A jumpsuit sure makes life easier, everything is predetermined,so having to decide which top to match with which pair of pants is not an issue You can take the simple route with a one-tone or denim … [Read more...]
The Sweater dress Do you want to feel comfortable and still look feminine then the sweater dress is an item for you!! The sweater dress is fashionable, sporty and very versatile. Wear it with … [Read more...]
On my visit to “De Modefabriek” I went black on black. Since it’s a daytime event I kept my look simple but interesting. To accomplish a basic black look with an edge, work with different textures and … [Read more...]
While many ladies swear by wearing black and grey during the darkest days of the year I think an all-white ensemble makes for a much more refreshing statement. I do understand white can be an … [Read more...]
No more of that special occasion dress collecting dust in the closet,I found a whole new purpose for it. I started with the party dress from my wedding, which I converted into a long skirt by simply … [Read more...]
Today I am going for the total leather look, leather top tucked in a textured pencil skirt. A really simple outfit, its the different textures that gives it an extra touch. Bag wise I paired the look … [Read more...]
Sometimes in life you come across somebody that truly inspires you, who one can level and relate to. I had such a moment after meeting South African designer Laduma Ngxokolo. Such a talent, with a … [Read more...]
Omg Sale is the best period to buy clothes. During the sale I always wonder why I even buy items from the new collection. Just be patient wait till the sale I tell myself. Ofcourse buying new … [Read more...]
Jumpsuits are so easy and comfortable to wear and there are so many different styles that you can dress up or down for any occasion. … [Read more...]
Waking up in Paris is the best, today the sun is out which makes it even better. Walking through the streets feels like being on a movie set. … [Read more...]
I have a serious addiction for tartan. Today I decided to go for an all tartan look. Why? Simply because I can. … [Read more...]
Grab a cozy sweater to keep you looking hot wen it's cold out. I adore sweaters especially grey ones. They go with anything you can dress them up or down, and in every season. … [Read more...]
Saturday the 1st of November, MAFB hosted the grand finale of ‘fashion fest by MAFB powered by Modemuze’. In the Centre for Visual Arts in Amsterdam, more than 100 participating fashion … [Read more...]
The maxi dress or maxi skirt has always been one of the favorite items on my to-have-list. You can wear it casual with flats or dressed up with high heels. Finally I bought one at Mango. The online … [Read more...]
Since hips and thighs are back in fashion I was the first to join. I never skip a trend. This amazing swimsuit I bought at Isis Inc. … [Read more...]
Wearing a West African dress posing in front of North African architecture. Moroccan Mosaic. Muslims celebrate beauty through decorative arts. … [Read more...]
I love to dress proper in Morocco show respect,not too much skin and still look feminine. This sequin midi skirt from Riverisland saves me every time. … [Read more...]