Tag: red boots
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Long pencil skirt with a white bomber jacket
The next item from my Paris purchases is a white bomber jacket with a grey marble effect pattern. It is well made, is exactly the right length and is wider than a normal bomber jacket (which looks stupid on me). As I think this long denim skirt needs a modern top, I was pleased that…
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A black blazer with wide leg jeans
The first appearance of my new black blazer, the first of my 10 new items this year. This is a landmark moment. The blazer is by Joseph, a flipping expensive brand, offering top quality so you get your money’s worth. Question remains, can I afford it? One of my favourite shops in Haarlem, LAB Women’s…
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Sequinned jumper in purple and black
The sequinned jumper I am wearing today is the total opposite of last week’s sweater. That is, financially. Both garments that draw attention but contrary to the Dries van Noten sweater of last week, the sequinned jumper cost me only €25. Found it at the brilliant vintage store of Laura Dolls. Never miss this shop…
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Queens Day and …Spring in The Netherlands
Since 1949 we have celebrated Queens Day on April 30, the birthday of Queen Juliana, even after Beatrix became queen. That is because the birthday of Queen Beatrix (now Princess Beatrix) is January 31 which date is far too cold to celebrate anything outdoors. What happens that day? Everybody in The Netherlands dresses in orange…
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Pink pants
Last Tuesday I promised you a Spring outfit and colours. Well, that was because I was promised sunshine.The people at the weather forecast were too optimistic. Yesterday it was still cold, grey and windy.Nevertheless I took my camera to the end of our street and photographed this outfit. While freezing….. I am showing more and…