Elephant Nursery In Kenya

Le sigh, how adorable are those baby elephants? This morning I read an emotional article about the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust which is a small but incredibly successful orphan-elephant rescue nursery in Kenya. They help those little buddies get well and strong before they let them back into the wild. The cutie in the raincoat is called baby Shukura and that raincoat was made especially for him to keep him dry, warm and healthy. Also, one of the carriers said this: "The more you're with them, the more you satisfy yourself. You just love them." Melts my heart. Aren't they sweet? xo

P.S: This story totally reminds me of those best pals from Havelock!
P.P.S: Also, the people who walk with reindeers.

(Photos by Michael Nichols for National Geographic)

Pretty Nails With A Hint Of Neon

Darlings, how fun is this manicure? I simply adore the mix of mellow pastel base and bright neon tips. Such a beautifully bold look in a totally subtle way. Date night perfection if you ask me. Would you give it a go? xo

P.S: Here is the full step-by-step how to.
P.P.S: Also, those cuties and this fantastic combo!

(Photos by Crashing Red via Fashion, Art and other Fancies)

Skirts + Sweaters = The Sassy Duo

My friend, Magda always looks super stylish in true understated fashion. Every time I meet her for breakfast, I can't get over how great she looks even at 8 in the morning. Her secret? She wears skirts with sweaters and during spring and summer, skirts with cute tops. She says that as adorable as pants are, they sadly don't agree with her hips. The clever cookie she is, she accessorizes her signature look to perfection with fun tights, snazzy shoes, scarves, lipsticks, belts and sassy jewelry. You would never guess that her closet has only sweater, tops and skirts :) Darlings, are you more pants or skirt type of girl? Or maybe both, it just depends on the season? xo

P.S: Also, knitted hats and snazzy sequins!
P.P.S: The monochromatic trend and this cutie rocking the sassy duo.

(Photos by/via A Well Traveled Woman, The Sartorialist, Who what wear & Vanessa Jackman)

Rice Fields In China

Swoon! Who would have thought that terraced rice fields in China can look so utterly breathtaking from up above, right?  Oh boy, the amazing planet earth :) Have you ever seen them in person? Must be magical. xo

P.S: More amazing landscape in Bulgaria.

(Photos by Eric Lafforgue Jialiang Gao, Pixdaus, Thierry Bornier via National Geographic & Guilin)

Fashion Inspiration: Blues

A few days ago while waiting for my appointment in the dental office, I read an article about the comeback of blue shades with cobalt hue as the main attraction. I've always loved midnight blue and navy is one of my favourite black colour alternatives. Although, I adore the cheerier shade, I'm not sure if cobalt suits my complexion but I'm extremely happy to wear darker shades of blue mixed with greys and mustard colour instead :) Love! Darlings, what shades of blue you fancy most? Do you wear blue? xo

P.S: Also, some red love and the dreamy winter whites.
P.P.S: Other snazzy trends:)

(Photos by/via Note to Self, Garance Doré, The Sartorialist & Vanessa Jackman)

Easy-Peasy Take On Pesto

Loves, have you made pesto from scratch before? A few super talented ladies made this scrumptious video recipe and I've been craving it ever since. They recommend mixing it with a serving of gnocchi but I just want to run to our local bakery, grab the freshest loaf of bread they have and eat it while dipping pieces of bread in it till the jar is empty :) Yum! What do you eat pesto with? xo

P.S: Other tummy-licious recipes: red pesto ravioli and oven baked cherry tomatoes.
P.P.S: Tips and tricks to a perfect dinner party!

(Photos via classic pesto video from tiger in a jar)

Giveaway Winner

Drum rolls, please!!!

The winner of the Blog Milk Shop GIVEAWAY is Sima. Congrats!! xoxo

Ps: Thank you all for playing...

Have a pretty weekend

Loves, what are your plans for this weekend? It's the last one in January. Is it just me or this month just flew by? Tonight I'm opening a bottle of wine, running a hot bubble bath and spending the evening reading away and tomorrow we are off for a wedding. It will be an emotional day for sure and I'm thoroughly looking forward to it all. (I always cry at weddings, you?). Sweets, have a blast in the next two days and if you are in a blog-reading-type-of-mood here are a few fantastic links to check out. Enjoy!

Pretty cool cabin in Brooklyn.

How to recognize the perfect espresso cup:)

Lens flower pots - brilliant!

NYC at dusk.

This place blew me away!

One awesome dog:)

Twirling with Kate Spade.

Delicious looking root vegetable recipes (especially the parsnip gratin).

Balloon bubble bath.

Incredible map couture!

Perfect for Valentines.

I love this entry room.

Darling wedding.

I'm craving this soup today.

Oh my!

A few cool ways how to create a romantic evening:)

Also, there are only 2 more day left to enter our awesome blog makeover GIVEAWAY!

And here are three exPress-o coffee posts you might have missed:
* Syphon coffee.
* Magic coffee.
* French press.

Darlings, see you Monday morning! xo

(Photo via Amanda Jones)

This Week's Gems

Have you seen J.Crew's new arrivals? I'm totally swooning over those two cardis and this sassy skirt...

One of the most snazzy white porcelain coffee sets I've seen in a while. Just look at that milk jug - Love!...

How beautiful are those miniature journals? Fantastic for jotting fun inspirations:)...

I've never seen more unique cuffs! Aren't they splendid?...

Beautiful!...

Those cuties just got me super excited for spring:)...

Imagine wearing this necklace with one of your favourite tweeds and a snazzy shirt. Stunning!...

I'm loving those cute puppy tags! Totally need those for Monty and Buffer! Btw: how adorable is Sima's new pup?...

Ha! Next Movember, I'm getting this Moustache Growers Guide as a gift to Balazs:)...

Bangles perfection!...

Loves, Happy Friday! What caught your eye this week? Any great buys? xo

P.S:  Have you entered our GIVEAWAY yet? Don't miss it:)

Home Inspiration: Mood Board

Lovelies, do you have a mood board in your home? Lately I've been thinking about creating an area in my flat (probably my office) where I hang, clip, pin all the little everyday inspirations I find in magazines, little notes I make on ideas (quotes from books) and those little knick-knacks that I simply can't get rid off. (I have an unhealthy habit of ripping off magazine pages when I like something and just storing them all over the office). Simply, it would be nice to have all this in one spot. So, I'm totally digging the boards above, especially the one that you make with basic tape. I probably could find one with stripes or polka dots :) Oh boy! xo

P.S: And a wine cork bulletin board that you can make yourself.
P.P.S: Grand memories and do you remember the kitchen food wall?

(Photos via fjellby via Trendenser, Poppytalk & Hus and Hem via French by Design)

Scarves: Three Times Fancy

I'm always amazed by all the snazzy ways people wear their silk or pashmina scarves. Somehow, it totally inspires me when I see new creative twists on the classic look and beautiful ways they incorporate scarves into their outfits (even during winter). Those three pretty ladies totally nailed it, don't you think? Do you wear silk and fabric scarves or pashimas? Or you rather stick with the cozy, knitted ones? xo

P.S: More scarf talk and my ode to scarves.
P.P.S: Don't miss the snazzy blog makeover GIVEAWAY!

(Photos via Lenorenevermore, Note to Sarah & Tracing Suzanne)

Updo's

This upcoming weekend, Balazs and I are going for a tiny and super intimate city hall wedding of our friends. For the past few days I've been looking for lovely hairdo ideas that would match the occasion and I fell in love with those four beautifully understated updo's. Aren’t they pretty? Which one do you fancy the most? (I'm going to wear a simple navy-blue dress with it). xo

P.S: The perfect bun trick!
P.P.S: And a messy 3-twist do.

(Photos via Mahogony, Hair Romance & From Paris to London)