“My” two photographers were unavailable, so husband Ron stepped in again. No matter how much he hates it, he is always there to help me. It was cold and after much deliberation, we decided to do the shoot of this yellow jumper on the ferry between Amsterdam Central Station and Amsterdam North. There would be some shelter for me on the boat. Upon arrival in Amsterdam North, Ron mentioned that the EYE Film museum was just a few metres down the road and had big glass windows. Of course that changed my plans immediately. All I could think of was “warmth”, “indoors”, “daylight”.
Below: The EYE Film museum is a very futuristic building.
Below: To take advantage of the good weather and the daylight, we decided to start outside, as there is a path between the building and the water.
Below: A view from under the arcade at the back of the building.
Below: As you can see from the first photo above and the photo below, this new jumper creases. It didn’t do that before I washed it, but as it is cotton, creases are to be expected. This is my first “yellow jumper purchase” in attempting to find a citrus/lime yellow sweater as the one I borrowed and wore in the post with my long green skirt. Ron loves it. I think it is fine. Easy. Soft. Nice. But love? Then it grew on me. Apparently it is not always love at first sight. Trying to descend without tripping.
10 minutes outside were quite enough for me. Although I was wearing my Uniqlo heat tech shirt underneath, it was still only a cotton jumper I was wearing.
Below: The film museum has a large restaurant with a great view. Across the water is Amsterdam Centre. Oh look in the middle … there is an unoccupied table….
Below: Knee might not be completey healed yet, but “Got It”.
Below: Leasure time, sunbathing. The cappuccino was really good at this place.
Below: Dark corner. Lovely as background for the hair, tricky for sharp quality.
Below: Trying to do a “Rembrandt” (dark/light). As you can see I am wearing my lovely golden crossbody bag again. Marianne’s bags are always a big hit with me.
Below: A little boy came to show me his truck. I love babies and toddlers. Of course you weren’t thinking for a second “How does she get this jumper to stay so nicely in place while bending over?” You never wanted to ask me that, did you? Well, I will answer anyway. It is due to my fashion tape trick again. I am wearing a black (Uniqlo heat tech) shirt underneath plus a golden glitter tank top. The black of the shirt was visible when I moved (bad). I therefore stuck everything together with the tape so only the glitter tank top showed and the jumper stayed put. Just how I wanted it. Everything was in place the whole day.
Below: About time I talked about the bronze ankle boots. They are new and I got them in the sale when I was shopping in Utrecht with Sabine and Anke. Remember I had that extra bag with me? The brand of these boots is Alberto Gozzi (Italian). Expensive but I got them for 23% of the original price. I love metal shoes and boots. Golden, silver, bronze… they go with anything and add interest to an outfit. Big bonus: they are soooo comfortable.
Below: Another shot indoors. The creases ironed out by themselves. Very good jumper. The brand is REPEAT Cashmere, a lovely company with high quality products, cashmere being their prime product. They are very environmental conscious and treat animals well. I already have a jumper from them which is 6 years old and it is still holding up really well. I rediscovered Repeat and I will buy there again. (In fact when I was looking at their site for a link to share with you, I fell for a rainbow striped jumper.. damned internet.)
Below: Big space with lots of audiovisual gadgets.
Below: How about this gadget? The sign said: Anamorphosis: when you have found the right angle to look through the cylindrical mirror you can see how the distorted drawing becomes a beautiful picture. Painters like Leonardo da Vinci (15th century) and Hans Holbein (16th century) made use of anamorphosis in their paintings. Escher was also a fan. From the 1950’s on, anamorphosis was used to turn standard 35mm film into CinemaScope (wide screen) format.
Below: The lamps in the film museum were so different. I love such different design. (Remember all those lamps I photographed at the library?)
Below: My jeans are by Denham. They make great jeans. These are a teensy weensy too skinny for my taste, but my other ones, my best ones, my treasured pair… are really finished. I replaced them with a grey/blueish pair, also by Denham. You will see them in a couple of weeks. Not earth shattering but they are so essential to my wardrobe.
Below: The necklace, to me is perfect with this outfit. Bought it a couple of years ago at Young Designers United in Amsterdam. As the name implies, they sell pieces from young designers at reasonable prices and most of their clothes, bags, belts and jewellery are unique pieces. They also sell boots and shoes by EIJK Amsterdam, my favourite brand. If you are ever in Amsterdam, don’t miss this place at Keizersgracht 447.
Below: What can I say? Totally superfluous photo. I just liked it.
Below: We went outside to go back home. A little canoe in such a big canal.
Below: The ferry to Amsterdam Central Station / Centre we had planned to use as background. It was pretty crowded. I was glad we went to the EYE Film museum.
Then Ron looked up at a tall building, the Amsterdam Look-out. At the top of the building is a restaurant with a fantastic view. And a swing…
Below: Scary swing (in the red circle) high above the ground.
Below: And when you are on the swing…..
Below: … you go over the edge. Oh my goodness, why anyone wants to do that beats me. But I am a scaredy cat.
Below: In a parka by Annette Görtz, photographing Ron.
Below: Ron saw this mooring post. Funny, those eyes.
Below: This is the end. (Apart from my week report of course.)
What happened in my life this week
On Friday I exchanged one of my two new pairs of jeans. From a straight fit to a skinny. I have too many wide ankle boots which I love and they require a skinny. Found a pair. Came straight home after that.
Saturday was boring. I only went out to put paper in the disposal bin and stayed in all day. Sunday was cold and sunny (Saturday was sunny too, but I ignored that). As you saw above: did a photo shoot with Ron and processed the pictures when I got home.
Not a very good work week. Different opinions on matters which led to heated discussions. Not nice.
The weather was still cold and we had a bit of snow, a couple of millimetres. In this very small country with its many inhabitants that means chaos and big traffic jams. Only half the amount of trains were running and Schiphol airport had issues as well. The fact we don’t have much snow and ice in our country anymore, probably means that nobody is willing to invest in measurements to deal with it. In the old days, when there were less people, cold and snow could be handled. Not any more.
Wednesday was for fitness, blogging, reading and having coffee with Anja.
Greetje
Such a lovely day…not just for photos….but for being outdoors in the sunshine!
The photography on your blog just gets better and better Greetje!
Today’s post is a stellar example of elevating the simple tee and jeans look with accessories and personality!
Especially the personality, right? Whoohaha. Thanks dear Sue for the compliments.
Amsterdam Eye is a beautiful and interesting building, as is the Adam Tower (with the swing).
Great read with lovely pics.
Had to laugh about the use of fashion tape . So Greetje!!!
I have many (fashion) tricks (grin).
Ron took some excellent shots, bravo! You were born to wear that yellow…it’s such a great color for you. And I’m with you on the metallic footwear…it’s the most versatile, IMO. What a fun museum and interesting space. If we ever get back to Amsterdam, will have to visit.
Wouldn’t that be nice? You back in Amsterdam. The weather better behave then. I’ll pass the compliments on to Ron.
Hello you!
Another lovely outfit; flattering and very cheerful. And Ron’s long shot is so good. Well done that man! Interesting museum too. It’s gone on my Next Time list.
I love that little ferry from the station. Don’t know why, but I get such a happy feeling as soon as I step on it.
Where I would NEVER step onto is that swing! There is/was one similar to that at the top end of The Strip in Las Vegas. I felt ill just watching it so no way will I be around when Suzanne pushes her limits! I’ll be wherever Michelle is: far away and hating the thing!
It’s a shame Dutch winters have got milder. One abiding memory is of the Zuider Zee frozen into high waves – seriously – it had got so cold. It looked so pretty, but then the Netherlands always does!
Take care x
Did you tell me about your bond with The Netherlands? The why and when and how? If so, I forgot, shame on me.
The fact that we have mild winters at the moment doesn’t mean we will never get a winter with severe cold anymore. The weather is fickle.
As always it has been my pleasure to entertain you. I passed your compliments on to Ron. He was pleased.
I think you’ve found the Perfect Yellow Jumper, Greetje! I adore yellow, and have been endlessly searching for just the right one (or blouse). They are never quite right, it seems!
Those bronze boots are fabulous!
Gorgeous pictures, what lovely architecture.
I love those lazy days where you don’t go outside. 🙂
It is a lovely jumper but it is not the citrus/lime sweater I was after. I know myself. In the process of searching for that sweater I will be tempted by lots of others.
Oooh! That swing looks divine! I’m scared of heights but like to push my limits.
The bright yellow sweater is great with the denim and matched the lights on the ceiling.
Love that you are shopping more sustainably lately.
Suzanne
I am shopping precinct sustainable as I am shopping my closet more, next to the second hand stuff. The jumper and the ankle boots are glitches ☺️. But very good quality things so they will last me a long time.
If you are ever in Amsterdam again I will take you to that swing. And watch you. No way I will join you.
I think you look great in this yellow sweater. Yes, the necklace is perfect with it. The entire look is perfect. This top is better than the one with the green skirt. The color seems to be better on you. Maybe it’s just the light.
So I can stop searching for a citrus/lime sweater? I am rather smitten by my friend and neighbours yellow sweater…
Yellow is a difficult colour for many people to wear but the shade of that jumper is lovely on you. There are some excellent photos of you in this post, but my favourite is the “totally superfluous” one. You look relaxed and happy!
Another reader picked that same photo as the best one of the post. Don’t know what did the trick, but I suppose that is with every good photo. You just get lucky clicking on the right moment.
When I changed hair colour from brown to blond I was afraid yellow wouldn’t suit me anymore, but it does. No idea how this colour thing works.
Ron is doing a brilliant job with the photos, please make sure you pass him my congratulations. My Mr Mc hates taking photos for me but still gets on with the job lol – he finds it interesting how people from around the world are finding my little blog. Have a lovely week. Love – Jill stylishatsixty
http://www.stylishatsixty.wordpress.com
Ron is the same, he hates doing these photo shoots, which is why he is so pleased I found two volunteers to take my pictures. But he keeps on doing what he started: helping me with better photos than the ones I started with: in my garden. All the time. He is sweet. I will tell him your compliments.
I so remember my total awe after putting my second post on the blog over the fact a few people FOUND me. Amazing.
Lovely outfit and fabulous pictures, Ron is a good lad ! I love the ‘superfluous’ shot, you look so natural and happy. Dare I say again how much you suit jeans ?!! Hope you have a good week x
Well darned, you are the third one to love the superfluous shot. As I said to another reader it must be one of those lucky shots where the photographer clicked at exactly the right moment. I certainly wasn’t doing anything different or feeling any different.
And me and jeans? Yep that is the best combination. I always want to be more like Victoria Beckham but always end up in jeans. Never mind.
The necklace is such a wow. I really like that yellow jumper on you… you wear yellow much more successfully than I do! The superfluous photo is fantastic, it really shows you; put that on Instagram! I’m wishing you a better week this week with less conflict, less snow, and more coffee and friends! xxx
When I changed hair colour from brown to blond I was scared I couldn’t wear yellow anymore but I can. No idea how come. I have already put the other photo on IG so I will leave it at that. Fear of overkill haha.
Snow is gone, conflict will stay away I hope and coffee with friends…?? Hmmm don’t think so. Got my braces and I can only take them out for 2 hours a day.
Hi dear, you know I love you in jeans jeans and jeans. Shows how long your legs are and with this bright color, just lovely! Never been in the Eye building and it looks I have to do it. Thanks for the tour, and the nice pictures. Kisses Marjolein.
It wasn’t a big museum although I have to admit I hardly saw anything of it. Before you go, you’d better check their website and see what they have to offer.
Ron did a great job (He always does) especially with the long shot of you seated in the crowd. Brilliant 😉
I also have issue with jumpers that crease, I don’t like it one bit. Although I do really like your outfit and don’t actually see the creases in these shots anyway. Thanks for sharing another amazing space, love all the glass. Hate the swing though…
The long lense is Ron’s favourite. The jumper didn’t crease terribly and the creases ironed out by themselves.
As a child I couldn’t even be on a swing. Something wrong with my balance. Used to get sick in two seconds.
I loved this outfit. The yellow looks great on you. Love reading your blog on Sunday mornings!!
I love creating a post every week, so we are both happy souls haha. Thanks for the lovely comment.
Somehow your photo attitude feels just a tiny bit more relaxed when your Ron is behind the camera.
I really love you in the bright yellow hue. I know that your light hair and complexion lend themselves to this bright color. I think there are few people who wear it as well as you do Greetje!
This building was certainly a perfect location for a shoot! The modern architecture stands in major contrast to those in the older, inner city.
I’d love to look as svelte in my jeans as you do my friend!!
I don’t really think I am a bit more relaxed when Ron is behind the camera. At least I am not aware of that.
Bright colours are my friends. Which made me doubt this jumper when I received it. It was more golden than I had anticipated. As I liked it anyway, I kept it.
And yes, I am a jeans girl. I wished I was as sophisticated as Victoria Beckham, but I am not.
Amsterdam Eye is a beautiful and interesting building, as is the Adam Tower (with the swing).
Great read with lovely pics.
Had to laugh about the use of fashion tape . So Greetje!!!
I have many (fashion) tricks (grin).
Ron took some excellent shots, bravo! You were born to wear that yellow…it’s such a great color for you. And I’m with you on the metallic footwear…it’s the most versatile, IMO. What a fun museum and interesting space. If we ever get back to Amsterdam, will have to visit.
Wouldn’t that be nice? You back in Amsterdam. The weather better behave then. I’ll pass the compliments on to Ron.
Such a lovely day…not just for photos….but for being outdoors in the sunshine!
The photography on your blog just gets better and better Greetje!
Today’s post is a stellar example of elevating the simple tee and jeans look with accessories and personality!
Especially the personality, right? Whoohaha. Thanks dear Sue for the compliments.
Hello you!
Another lovely outfit; flattering and very cheerful. And Ron’s long shot is so good. Well done that man! Interesting museum too. It’s gone on my Next Time list.
I love that little ferry from the station. Don’t know why, but I get such a happy feeling as soon as I step on it.
Where I would NEVER step onto is that swing! There is/was one similar to that at the top end of The Strip in Las Vegas. I felt ill just watching it so no way will I be around when Suzanne pushes her limits! I’ll be wherever Michelle is: far away and hating the thing!
It’s a shame Dutch winters have got milder. One abiding memory is of the Zuider Zee frozen into high waves – seriously – it had got so cold. It looked so pretty, but then the Netherlands always does!
Take care x
Did you tell me about your bond with The Netherlands? The why and when and how? If so, I forgot, shame on me.
The fact that we have mild winters at the moment doesn’t mean we will never get a winter with severe cold anymore. The weather is fickle.
As always it has been my pleasure to entertain you. I passed your compliments on to Ron. He was pleased.
Lovely outfit and fabulous pictures, Ron is a good lad ! I love the ‘superfluous’ shot, you look so natural and happy. Dare I say again how much you suit jeans ?!! Hope you have a good week x
Well darned, you are the third one to love the superfluous shot. As I said to another reader it must be one of those lucky shots where the photographer clicked at exactly the right moment. I certainly wasn’t doing anything different or feeling any different.
And me and jeans? Yep that is the best combination. I always want to be more like Victoria Beckham but always end up in jeans. Never mind.
Yellow is a difficult colour for many people to wear but the shade of that jumper is lovely on you. There are some excellent photos of you in this post, but my favourite is the “totally superfluous” one. You look relaxed and happy!
Another reader picked that same photo as the best one of the post. Don’t know what did the trick, but I suppose that is with every good photo. You just get lucky clicking on the right moment.
When I changed hair colour from brown to blond I was afraid yellow wouldn’t suit me anymore, but it does. No idea how this colour thing works.
I think you look great in this yellow sweater. Yes, the necklace is perfect with it. The entire look is perfect. This top is better than the one with the green skirt. The color seems to be better on you. Maybe it’s just the light.
So I can stop searching for a citrus/lime sweater? I am rather smitten by my friend and neighbours yellow sweater…
Ron is doing a brilliant job with the photos, please make sure you pass him my congratulations. My Mr Mc hates taking photos for me but still gets on with the job lol – he finds it interesting how people from around the world are finding my little blog. Have a lovely week. Love – Jill stylishatsixty
http://www.stylishatsixty.wordpress.com
Ron is the same, he hates doing these photo shoots, which is why he is so pleased I found two volunteers to take my pictures. But he keeps on doing what he started: helping me with better photos than the ones I started with: in my garden. All the time. He is sweet. I will tell him your compliments.
I so remember my total awe after putting my second post on the blog over the fact a few people FOUND me. Amazing.
Somehow your photo attitude feels just a tiny bit more relaxed when your Ron is behind the camera.
I really love you in the bright yellow hue. I know that your light hair and complexion lend themselves to this bright color. I think there are few people who wear it as well as you do Greetje!
This building was certainly a perfect location for a shoot! The modern architecture stands in major contrast to those in the older, inner city.
I’d love to look as svelte in my jeans as you do my friend!!
I don’t really think I am a bit more relaxed when Ron is behind the camera. At least I am not aware of that.
Bright colours are my friends. Which made me doubt this jumper when I received it. It was more golden than I had anticipated. As I liked it anyway, I kept it.
And yes, I am a jeans girl. I wished I was as sophisticated as Victoria Beckham, but I am not.
Oooh! That swing looks divine! I’m scared of heights but like to push my limits.
The bright yellow sweater is great with the denim and matched the lights on the ceiling.
Love that you are shopping more sustainably lately.
Suzanne
I am shopping precinct sustainable as I am shopping my closet more, next to the second hand stuff. The jumper and the ankle boots are glitches ☺️. But very good quality things so they will last me a long time.
If you are ever in Amsterdam again I will take you to that swing. And watch you. No way I will join you.
I think you’ve found the Perfect Yellow Jumper, Greetje! I adore yellow, and have been endlessly searching for just the right one (or blouse). They are never quite right, it seems!
Those bronze boots are fabulous!
Gorgeous pictures, what lovely architecture.
I love those lazy days where you don’t go outside. 🙂
It is a lovely jumper but it is not the citrus/lime sweater I was after. I know myself. In the process of searching for that sweater I will be tempted by lots of others.
Ron did a great job (He always does) especially with the long shot of you seated in the crowd. Brilliant 😉
I also have issue with jumpers that crease, I don’t like it one bit. Although I do really like your outfit and don’t actually see the creases in these shots anyway. Thanks for sharing another amazing space, love all the glass. Hate the swing though…
The long lense is Ron’s favourite. The jumper didn’t crease terribly and the creases ironed out by themselves.
As a child I couldn’t even be on a swing. Something wrong with my balance. Used to get sick in two seconds.
Love the sunny jumper for a sunny winterday. Very casual and yet so stylish. Very you actually! I love the Rembrandt Tower. Have you ever been to Madame? Such a fabulous place to go for lunch. The food is fantastic, the service too and the view tops both! Maybe for another sunny Sunday…Love, Lieske
Oh thanks. I am always in for a new place. I will definitely check it out. And I agree, this outfit is very me.
Love the outfit too. One of the things I love about your blog is that there’s no advertising or working ‘hand in hand’. Just pure love of putting things together and looking great
My full-time job provides me with more than enough money so I do not have to earn money with my blog. Which is good as I have already established for myself that even when I am retired I do not want to be blogging full time. It would take the fun out of my hobby. Glad you like what I do. Mission accomplished.
The necklace is such a wow. I really like that yellow jumper on you… you wear yellow much more successfully than I do! The superfluous photo is fantastic, it really shows you; put that on Instagram! I’m wishing you a better week this week with less conflict, less snow, and more coffee and friends! xxx
When I changed hair colour from brown to blond I was scared I couldn’t wear yellow anymore but I can. No idea how come. I have already put the other photo on IG so I will leave it at that. Fear of overkill haha.
Snow is gone, conflict will stay away I hope and coffee with friends…?? Hmmm don’t think so. Got my braces and I can only take them out for 2 hours a day.
I loved this outfit. The yellow looks great on you. Love reading your blog on Sunday mornings!!
I love creating a post every week, so we are both happy souls haha. Thanks for the lovely comment.
Hi dear, you know I love you in jeans jeans and jeans. Shows how long your legs are and with this bright color, just lovely! Never been in the Eye building and it looks I have to do it. Thanks for the tour, and the nice pictures. Kisses Marjolein.
It wasn’t a big museum although I have to admit I hardly saw anything of it. Before you go, you’d better check their website and see what they have to offer.
Love this outfit! Makes you look young, alive, interesting; someone you would like to know.
Oh this is a lovely comment Linda. Makes me feel all pleased with myself. I have to be careful not to get vain.
Ron takes excellent photos! The one with you relaxing in the sunshine with your coffee is so peaceful. I do covet your bronze boots! Lovely post as always. It is sunny here but -15F and snow covered.
We are back to reasonable temperatures and rain. Not much sunshine. I will pass your compliments on to Ron. He will be (secretly) pleased.
Love the sunny jumper for a sunny winterday. Very casual and yet so stylish. Very you actually! I love the Rembrandt Tower. Have you ever been to Madame? Such a fabulous place to go for lunch. The food is fantastic, the service too and the view tops both! Maybe for another sunny Sunday…Love, Lieske
Oh thanks. I am always in for a new place. I will definitely check it out. And I agree, this outfit is very me.
Love the outfit too. One of the things I love about your blog is that there’s no advertising or working ‘hand in hand’. Just pure love of putting things together and looking great
My full-time job provides me with more than enough money so I do not have to earn money with my blog. Which is good as I have already established for myself that even when I am retired I do not want to be blogging full time. It would take the fun out of my hobby. Glad you like what I do. Mission accomplished.
Love this outfit! Makes you look young, alive, interesting; someone you would like to know.
Oh this is a lovely comment Linda. Makes me feel all pleased with myself. I have to be careful not to get vain.
Ron takes excellent photos! The one with you relaxing in the sunshine with your coffee is so peaceful. I do covet your bronze boots! Lovely post as always. It is sunny here but -15F and snow covered.
We are back to reasonable temperatures and rain. Not much sunshine. I will pass your compliments on to Ron. He will be (secretly) pleased.