Husband Ron has very good connections and lovely friends. One of them is Shoshanna who has recently changed career and is now a professional photographer. Ron asked her to make the photos for this post. We went to the old tram depot in Amsterdam, which is a bit of a run-down area. Very industrial which makes a nice contrast with the clothes I was wearing. The result of my visit to Dan (The Pretty Cute) gave me plenty outfits to choose from. As a matter of fact, I brought 4 outfits to the photo shoot. For this post I chose the checked black and white top.
Below: I think my face looks a bit like a laughing hyena in this picture, but we are always very critical of ourselves, aren’t we? The top and trousers are by Marella, which is a subbrand of Max Mara. Daniela found both items in the rack and thought they would be good for me. She could be my stylist forever. Honestly. A shame we live so far apart. The shoes you have seen before in this post and the bag is often used as my pop of colour with a black and white outfit.Below: this is what the outfit looks like with flat shoes. Very 1965 with the checked top. Flat shoes and me will always be a difficult thing due to my low arch and flat feet. As you can see the top is longer at the back and shorter at the front.Below: the long dangle pearl earrings are earrings my father gave my mother in the sixties. I had them repaired and adjusted to fit my thin earlobes. They were originally with a hook. However that would have showed the little hole in my earlobe is more like a slit, going nearly to the bottom. So I always have earrings altered to a pin-push earring, with the head of the pin covering the wide hole and with a bigger earring poussette at the back of my ear. The larger the poussette, the less the earring will tip over. The pearl necklace is something I have owned for ages. Below: I was showing Shoshanna that she had to be careful about the way the top was hanging if I put the bag over my shoulder. Also the necklace could be in an odd position. Both emphasizing the bosom haha.Below: this is the right way the top and the necklace should hang.Below: I just like this shot.Below: and the last one of the whole outfit. We had fun.Greetje
The photos are very professional. Beautiful blouse and a bag 🙂
Thank you very much for these compliments and for taking the time to comment. Much appreciated.
Not for a second did the thought of hyena pop into my mind. All I saw was a confident woman having loads of fun posing in an absolutely chic outfit. That peplum top with the asymmetrical bustle hemline is divine!! I’ve been hunting for something like that for a very long time now, something with that shape and hemline but not so snug that I’d feel like an Asian dumpling 🙂 again, you look smashing.
Thank you for your kind words. And I have no problems with you copying the look. I found the online shop of Marella. Here is the link to the checked top:
http://eu.marella.com/it/collezione/t-shirt-e-camicie/blusa-stampa-vichy/9191025402
I love your look Greetje, the one where you were white shoes is my favourite, very elegant yet playful thanks to the colour pop of red hand bag. You look very happy, far from that awful animal you are referring to.
Is a hyena aweful? It has its place and function in the chain of life.
I like it best with the white shoes too.
Oh I adore this outfit and wish I owned the top! Your post as well as Catherine (Not Lamb)’s post made me realize that I don’t own enough gingham. Hope you are well, Greetje.
: )
It is also a very comfortable top. It covers my bum (10 points for that) and it is very, very light. Perfect for hot summer weather. I bought it in Turin (Italy) last year where the weather is a lot hotter than in The Netherlands. So coming back home I don’t wear it that much. Oh well… I am saving it for those days when it is hot.
Fab from top to toe Greet – B&W with red has always been a fave of mine!
Rebecca
http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com
It is also a favourite of mine. Don’t see you in it very often though.
Great boob shot, Greetje. Hahaha. I love that you included it. I wouldn’t have noticed the accentuation if you hadn’t mentioned it – your smile is too distracting. These are all great smiling photos, I agree with everyone. What on earth were you and Shoshanna talking about?! And the outfit itself looks floaty and also fitted at the same time. The red bag, oh yes, a great addition. The ’60s edition is also very cool.
Thanks Melanie. Anything for a smile. The nicest things in life are love and laughter. With good health as a condition.
Perfect! all of it. I absolutely love the Gingham blouse, and the red bag game it just the pop it needed. The shoes are perfect with the ensemble…..You rocked it….xo
Thanks Dixie. Most of the credits should go to Dan for finding the combination in the rack.
This is a superb look on you. Everything fits perfectly and I feel this outfit is so YOU. It’s that perfect combination of classic and modern which I feel is very much your style. Great pictures too. So natural and beautiful and they show the real you.
I am quite surprised by all the reactions to this outfit and this post. I thought you might find the post not entertaining enough as there is not a lot happening. Also, the outfit, although I really like it, is not super special to me. I am glad I am not a trend watcher… I would suck at it haha.
I completely agree with Sylvia. Very you and very flattering! You can see that you had fun doing this shoot.
OK, if you say so, it must be true.
What a great top Greetje! Love the check pattern and the way it flows. Great with the skinnies, of course, signature Greetje! Adore the pop of color with that stunning lipstick red bag. These photos really capture “you”! Especially all of the shots of you smiling!
Great job by your “new” photographer!
XX, Elle
http://mydailycostume.com
At first Daniela picked more flared 7/8 trousers, but I could not get used to my reflection in the mirror and chose my trusted skinny silhouette. She went back to shop a week later and bought the flared ones herself.
i know everyone is saying it, but seriously these are the best photo’s of you ever! Such a natural happiness and smile, not to mention the perfect outfit of choice. Truly love that black and white check blouse, especially the high-low cut of it. Very flattering how you chose to wear it with your black capri’s and those amazing white heels. You already know I’m head over heels in love with the bag so I wont’ even go there again. Fabulous post, you cute lady.
Daniela picked the capri trousers for me too. I did already have a pair but they are rather worn-out (balck cotton.. You can only wash them so many times).
So …. great outfit because of great stylist and a great photographer… Lucky me.
The bag is my tric LOL.
These are wonderful photographs of you – you look very happy and relaxed, which usually makes for a good photo. I really like the checked top; very flirty and modern!
Yes, Daniela did a perfect styling job and Shoshanna did a perfect photographing job. I have reasons to laugh.
G- I adore the top- lover of GINGHAM that I am- it’s such a bold classic pattern, I can’t help but appreciate the flattering and comfy look of the cut of the blouse. And no laughing hyena to be seen but a joyfully happy woman, really relishing her moments! Great outfit styling- kudos!
Love you too Bella. Miss your blog.
YOU ARE GORGEOUS!
Wow, what a praise! Thank you Contessa. Never looked at myself thinking that haha.
Great look with the white pumps. I saw a similar peplum top with the same pattern at Anthropologie. I had to convince myself not to buy it. I spend way too much there.
Anthropologie is a fantastic shop. I am so lucky that shop is not in The Netherlands ….yet.
I would be bankrupt.
This outfit is soooo great and the photos are beautiful,
I love your smiles and the shoes and the pants and everything.
Gaby
http://www.stylishsalat.com
I am very lucky to have so many friends who could really be a stylist haha. And I also listen to good shop assistents. Thank you for the compliments.
Beautiful and I love that red touch of the bag. I love the flat shoes pairing, very Audrey Hepburn. It is effortless in your case as you have legs that go on for days! Lucky you!
Could you also give my feet a high arch? No, strike that, that is not being grateful for what you do have, is it? I will gracefully accept your compliments.
WONDERFUL outfit! Ilove the top and I think I should buy it myself. Non now as yesterday I bought two pairs of Armani shoes!! Better wait for the sales at the end of the season…
The photos are very beautiful and you look great in them, also in your smiling version!!
See how you have inspired me? Even though we don’t meet very often or very long, you have a lot of influence on me. And not only in the field of fashion. I will email you about it.
Love.
…and I am looking forward to reading it!
I love your top Greetje, it goes so well with your laughter. My favourite choice is with white shoes. I didn´t use to like them, now I love them.
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Ah.. white shoes… they are indeed not everybody’s love. Glad you are in my “camp” now haha.
That smile tells us how much you love this look and it does look great! Keep smiling!
I will keep smiling Pam. It is what I love to do.
You look fabulous. How I wish I was that tall…
Annie v
Funny, i always wish I would be less tall. Key to each bodyshape is to know your stong points and emphasize them. While disguising the less good parts. And most os all to laugh a lot. No dress can beat a smile.
I absolutely love the laughing photos…of you and really everyone! Laughter is such good medicine and it makes me smile to see others laugh!!
The style of this shirt is so interesting and lovely on you! And what a great suggestion on the earrings–brilliance at it’s best!
Personally I would have probably gone for a colorful necklace, but that’s because I’m a colorholic! jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
ps…I like the flats as an option…I gravitate towards heels also, but they are good for variety!!
Women with a high arch have less trouble with flat shoes. And I have to walk on flats too. Impossible to do long distances on heels. I am not Daniela, who seems to do that effortlessly.
Funny you should say that about the necklace. It could have been my comment as I love colour as well. Normally I would also have chosen a brightly coloured long necklace. I might still do that. I did try but the ones I own were too heavy, making my bosom look funny and big. They more or less “sat” on top of them LOL.
I love your look Greetje, the one where you were white shoes is my favourite, very elegant yet playful thanks to the colour pop of red hand bag. You look very happy, far from that awful animal you are referring to.
Is a hyena aweful? It has its place and function in the chain of life.
I like it best with the white shoes too.
Oh I adore this outfit and wish I owned the top! Your post as well as Catherine (Not Lamb)’s post made me realize that I don’t own enough gingham. Hope you are well, Greetje.
: )
It is also a very comfortable top. It covers my bum (10 points for that) and it is very, very light. Perfect for hot summer weather. I bought it in Turin (Italy) last year where the weather is a lot hotter than in The Netherlands. So coming back home I don’t wear it that much. Oh well… I am saving it for those days when it is hot.
Perfect! all of it. I absolutely love the Gingham blouse, and the red bag game it just the pop it needed. The shoes are perfect with the ensemble…..You rocked it….xo
Thanks Dixie. Most of the credits should go to Dan for finding the combination in the rack.
Great boob shot, Greetje. Hahaha. I love that you included it. I wouldn’t have noticed the accentuation if you hadn’t mentioned it – your smile is too distracting. These are all great smiling photos, I agree with everyone. What on earth were you and Shoshanna talking about?! And the outfit itself looks floaty and also fitted at the same time. The red bag, oh yes, a great addition. The ’60s edition is also very cool.
Thanks Melanie. Anything for a smile. The nicest things in life are love and laughter. With good health as a condition.
Fab from top to toe Greet – B&W with red has always been a fave of mine!
Rebecca
http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com
It is also a favourite of mine. Don’t see you in it very often though.
The photos are very professional. Beautiful blouse and a bag 🙂
Thank you very much for these compliments and for taking the time to comment. Much appreciated.
This is a superb look on you. Everything fits perfectly and I feel this outfit is so YOU. It’s that perfect combination of classic and modern which I feel is very much your style. Great pictures too. So natural and beautiful and they show the real you.
I am quite surprised by all the reactions to this outfit and this post. I thought you might find the post not entertaining enough as there is not a lot happening. Also, the outfit, although I really like it, is not super special to me. I am glad I am not a trend watcher… I would suck at it haha.
I completely agree with Sylvia. Very you and very flattering! You can see that you had fun doing this shoot.
OK, if you say so, it must be true.
Not for a second did the thought of hyena pop into my mind. All I saw was a confident woman having loads of fun posing in an absolutely chic outfit. That peplum top with the asymmetrical bustle hemline is divine!! I’ve been hunting for something like that for a very long time now, something with that shape and hemline but not so snug that I’d feel like an Asian dumpling 🙂 again, you look smashing.
Thank you for your kind words. And I have no problems with you copying the look. I found the online shop of Marella. Here is the link to the checked top:
http://eu.marella.com/it/collezione/t-shirt-e-camicie/blusa-stampa-vichy/9191025402
You are lovely, thank you so much, Greetje.
I had my husband translate bits of the Italian I did not understand, only to realise there was an English version of the website 😛
I searched for English as well. Couldn’t find it haha.
What a great top Greetje! Love the check pattern and the way it flows. Great with the skinnies, of course, signature Greetje! Adore the pop of color with that stunning lipstick red bag. These photos really capture “you”! Especially all of the shots of you smiling!
Great job by your “new” photographer!
XX, Elle
http://mydailycostume.com
At first Daniela picked more flared 7/8 trousers, but I could not get used to my reflection in the mirror and chose my trusted skinny silhouette. She went back to shop a week later and bought the flared ones herself.
i know everyone is saying it, but seriously these are the best photo’s of you ever! Such a natural happiness and smile, not to mention the perfect outfit of choice. Truly love that black and white check blouse, especially the high-low cut of it. Very flattering how you chose to wear it with your black capri’s and those amazing white heels. You already know I’m head over heels in love with the bag so I wont’ even go there again. Fabulous post, you cute lady.
Daniela picked the capri trousers for me too. I did already have a pair but they are rather worn-out (balck cotton.. You can only wash them so many times).
So …. great outfit because of great stylist and a great photographer… Lucky me.
The bag is my tric LOL.
These are wonderful photographs of you – you look very happy and relaxed, which usually makes for a good photo. I really like the checked top; very flirty and modern!
Yes, Daniela did a perfect styling job and Shoshanna did a perfect photographing job. I have reasons to laugh.
Great look with the white pumps. I saw a similar peplum top with the same pattern at Anthropologie. I had to convince myself not to buy it. I spend way too much there.
Anthropologie is a fantastic shop. I am so lucky that shop is not in The Netherlands ….yet.
I would be bankrupt.
G- I adore the top- lover of GINGHAM that I am- it’s such a bold classic pattern, I can’t help but appreciate the flattering and comfy look of the cut of the blouse. And no laughing hyena to be seen but a joyfully happy woman, really relishing her moments! Great outfit styling- kudos!
Love you too Bella. Miss your blog.
YOU ARE GORGEOUS!
Wow, what a praise! Thank you Contessa. Never looked at myself thinking that haha.
Beautiful and I love that red touch of the bag. I love the flat shoes pairing, very Audrey Hepburn. It is effortless in your case as you have legs that go on for days! Lucky you!
Could you also give my feet a high arch? No, strike that, that is not being grateful for what you do have, is it? I will gracefully accept your compliments.
This outfit is soooo great and the photos are beautiful,
I love your smiles and the shoes and the pants and everything.
Gaby
http://www.stylishsalat.com
I am very lucky to have so many friends who could really be a stylist haha. And I also listen to good shop assistents. Thank you for the compliments.
WONDERFUL outfit! Ilove the top and I think I should buy it myself. Non now as yesterday I bought two pairs of Armani shoes!! Better wait for the sales at the end of the season…
The photos are very beautiful and you look great in them, also in your smiling version!!
See how you have inspired me? Even though we don’t meet very often or very long, you have a lot of influence on me. And not only in the field of fashion. I will email you about it.
Love.
…and I am looking forward to reading it!
Beautiful smile Greetje – you looked liked you and a wonderful time with this shoot. I love your outfit from head to toe. Everything is just perfect!
Alice
http://www.happpinessatmidlife.com
Would love to see you Thursday for TBT Fashion link up.
Thank you Alice. Yes, it was a fun shoot. My main worry was hair and wind. The combination of those two is dreaded by me.
Beautiful smile Greetje – you looked liked you and a wonderful time with this shoot. I love your outfit from head to toe. Everything is just perfect!
Alice
http://www.happpinessatmidlife.com
Would love to see you Thursday for TBT Fashion link up.
Thank you Alice. Yes, it was a fun shoot. My main worry was hair and wind. The combination of those two is dreaded by me.
Great outfit. Great photos
Thanks Nicole. My hair wasn’t really cooperating because of the wind. There were photos I would have liked even better but dismissed because of the hair.
What a wonderful outfit and smiles! This is one of my favourites of yours. Such a fine silhouette for you and your super long legs.
bisous
Suzanne
You surprise me. Although I like the outfit, I wouldn’t have thought if would rank this high on your favourite list. But I’ll take it with gratitude LOL.
What I love about the top is how the gentle tulip sleeves match the flute effect of the back of the top in the second photography. That kind of detail is so eye-catching and really makes the top. And the bag is gorgeous against the check.
You had me chuckling at the bosom shot! Misbehaving necklace! I suffer from that too!
Wish I could wear pointed shoes but most of the pinch my toes too much. Your white ones are fabulous, though. Sadly, I wouldn’t be able to take more than 4 steps before toppling over.
Actually, those white pumps have enough space for my toes (I so know what you are talking about) and are pretty comfortable. A little bit lower would of course be even more comfortable, but less stunning haha. Glad I made you chuckle… that was the purpose of that shot.
Great outfit. Great photos
Thanks Nicole. My hair wasn’t really cooperating because of the wind. There were photos I would have liked even better but dismissed because of the hair.
Photos of you laughing bring joy to observers! I wanted to be there too. You are the cutest!
Bringing joy and a smile (or even better, a laugh) is what I aim for with this blog. So I am glad with your comment.
You look fabulous. How I wish I was that tall…
Annie v
Funny, i always wish I would be less tall. Key to each bodyshape is to know your stong points and emphasize them. While disguising the less good parts. And most os all to laugh a lot. No dress can beat a smile.
What a wonderful outfit and smiles! This is one of my favourites of yours. Such a fine silhouette for you and your super long legs.
bisous
Suzanne
You surprise me. Although I like the outfit, I wouldn’t have thought if would rank this high on your favourite list. But I’ll take it with gratitude LOL.
What I love about the top is how the gentle tulip sleeves match the flute effect of the back of the top in the second photography. That kind of detail is so eye-catching and really makes the top. And the bag is gorgeous against the check.
You had me chuckling at the bosom shot! Misbehaving necklace! I suffer from that too!
Wish I could wear pointed shoes but most of the pinch my toes too much. Your white ones are fabulous, though. Sadly, I wouldn’t be able to take more than 4 steps before toppling over.
Actually, those white pumps have enough space for my toes (I so know what you are talking about) and are pretty comfortable. A little bit lower would of course be even more comfortable, but less stunning haha. Glad I made you chuckle… that was the purpose of that shot.
Photos of you laughing bring joy to observers! I wanted to be there too. You are the cutest!
Bringing joy and a smile (or even better, a laugh) is what I aim for with this blog. So I am glad with your comment.
You just may have convinced me to go to the dark side. I never wear black, LOL, but this outfit, with the pop of pink/red bag, and white accessories is so fresh and pretty! I absolutely love it! I love it equally with heels or flats. I adore the white shoes…and the look with flats is so Audrey Hepburn sixties. I wish I had longer legs so I could pull off this look. {I do wear cropped pants with flats, even though it’s not my best look.} The sleeves and peplum on the top of fun, and I might make a similar version for myself.
Thanks for the tips on earrings. Helpful indeed, as I make many of my own earrings!
I was struggling with my English trying to explain about my earring adations. But you understood me well? Is the word poussette a word you use in English?
As for the flat shoes… you wish you had longer legs, I wish my feet had a higher arch. We all have something. But we make it work, don’t we?
The bag is bright red by the way. Does it turn up pink/red on your screen? Perhaps because of the one but last photo?
Understood you perfectly although we use the word earring back here. I have to get more of the larger ones, because you are right…they do hold the earring to the ear much better. I had just never thought about it, LOL.
The second to last photo almost looks like a deep fuschia on my screen. Now, that you’ve told me red, I see red!
The silver earring backs are not that expensive. The gold ones are. But it is always cheaper than having an operation done on your earlobes. LOL
I absolutely love the laughing photos…of you and really everyone! Laughter is such good medicine and it makes me smile to see others laugh!!
The style of this shirt is so interesting and lovely on you! And what a great suggestion on the earrings–brilliance at it’s best!
Personally I would have probably gone for a colorful necklace, but that’s because I’m a colorholic! jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
ps…I like the flats as an option…I gravitate towards heels also, but they are good for variety!!
Women with a high arch have less trouble with flat shoes. And I have to walk on flats too. Impossible to do long distances on heels. I am not Daniela, who seems to do that effortlessly.
Funny you should say that about the necklace. It could have been my comment as I love colour as well. Normally I would also have chosen a brightly coloured long necklace. I might still do that. I did try but the ones I own were too heavy, making my bosom look funny and big. They more or less “sat” on top of them LOL.
I love your top Greetje, it goes so well with your laughter. My favourite choice is with white shoes. I didn´t use to like them, now I love them.
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Ah.. white shoes… they are indeed not everybody’s love. Glad you are in my “camp” now haha.
That smile tells us how much you love this look and it does look great! Keep smiling!
I will keep smiling Pam. It is what I love to do.
You just may have convinced me to go to the dark side. I never wear black, LOL, but this outfit, with the pop of pink/red bag, and white accessories is so fresh and pretty! I absolutely love it! I love it equally with heels or flats. I adore the white shoes…and the look with flats is so Audrey Hepburn sixties. I wish I had longer legs so I could pull off this look. {I do wear cropped pants with flats, even though it’s not my best look.} The sleeves and peplum on the top of fun, and I might make a similar version for myself.
Thanks for the tips on earrings. Helpful indeed, as I make many of my own earrings!
I was struggling with my English trying to explain about my earring adations. But you understood me well? Is the word poussette a word you use in English?
As for the flat shoes… you wish you had longer legs, I wish my feet had a higher arch. We all have something. But we make it work, don’t we?
The bag is bright red by the way. Does it turn up pink/red on your screen? Perhaps because of the one but last photo?
Understood you perfectly although we use the word earring back here. I have to get more of the larger ones, because you are right…they do hold the earring to the ear much better. I had just never thought about it, LOL.
The second to last photo almost looks like a deep fuschia on my screen. Now, that you’ve told me red, I see red!
The silver earring backs are not that expensive. The gold ones are. But it is always cheaper than having an operation done on your earlobes. LOL