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2024-02-06 12:42
Sezane is one of my favorite brands and their collaboration with Pangea (also French) is amazing. Unfortunately this collection is selling out very fast. But if you have your eye on one of t… Read More
2023-10-30 11:43
I love featuring beautifully decorated hotels! Not only will these hotels fuel your wanderlust but the interiors can give your tons of decorating inspiration for your home. Today’s pos… Read More
2023-10-23 08:52
Reborn from the gracious old bones of a 19th century finca, on 30 hectares of land, Spanish boutique hotel Menorca Experimental is designed in the spirit of an artist’s vacation cottag… Read More
2023-09-28 10:05
In today’s industrialized world, handmade goods made by artisans have lost their significance and have been replaced by cheaper machine-made mass-produced goods. Luckily there’s… Read More
2023-09-01 13:58
It might be September but summer has not ended yet! Today’s post features a beautiful summer home on Sifnos, a Greek island belonging to the Cyclades islands group and situated in the… Read More
2023-08-24 12:33
Villa Arniano is a romantic, elegant and secluded farmhouse villa thirty minutes from Siena. Situated in a rolling landscape of green-black cypresses and hilltop villages, Arniano commands a… Read More
2023-08-23 11:30
From basic T-shirts and tanks to dresses and rompers, learn some of the unmissable basic clothes you need for this summer! With summer in full swing, we are experiencing a lot of hot and sun… Read More
2023-07-08 10:39
Muxima is a beautiful forest eco-retreat that is inspired by the spirit of the African continent – Muxima is Kimbundu, an Angolan dialect, for ‘heart’. The resort is situat… Read More
2023-06-15 07:46
This renovated farmhouse on the Spanis island of Formentera is the ultimate summer home. The architecture of the building and the use of natural materials and colors give this family home th… Read More
2023-05-31 09:05
This stunning Mornington Peninsula (Australia) home, makes my heart beat faster! It has been designed by Melbourne-based architecture practice Kennedy Nolan. The brief was for a weekender an… Read More
2023-05-28 11:56
This spacious apartment located in the West Village area in the heart of Manhattan has been designed by New York-based studio Champalimaud Design. The paintings, sculptures, ethnic decor and… Read More
2023-05-25 08:46
Photographer Laura Muthesius and her wife stylist Nora Eisermann transformed a neglected former schoolhouse in the north German countryside into a stunning home. I especially love their cosy… Read More
2023-03-12 11:37
Yo Caba Caba is a Palm Springs inspired holiday home in Bogangar, Australia. With its uplifting colors the house is a dopamine hit designed to be your ultimate mood lifter to set the holiday… Read More
2022-10-20 09:29
Some Sweater Weather Favorites! Above: Animal Print Jumper Above: Cashmere Cardigan Above: Wool Scarf Above: Crossbody Leather Bag Above: Mohair Jumper Above: Wool Scarf Above: Wool Blend Sc… Read More
2022-10-14 08:24
At Lon Retreat, located on the Bellarine Peninsula in Australia, you can escape the busyness of life on over 200 acres of rural and conservation land, hidden away on a hill by the ocean. Lon… Read More
2022-10-13 10:18
It is definitely sweater weather in this part of the work so its is a good time to post some fall favorite fashion items! Above: Heart Embroidered Jumper Above: Tote Bag | Fringed Wool Blank… Read More
2022-10-10 07:32
Hidden between majestic pines, in the countryside of Formentera and a stone’s throw from the sea, Villa Lilou is a masterpiece of ancient architecture and bohemian decor. Completely re… Read More
2022-10-04 06:58
This lovely home in the Provence (which can be rented here on Airbnb) has been decorated with a passion for antique objects and materials, colours and shapes. The 45-square meter apartment i… Read More
2022-09-27 08:22
Having a ‘capsule wardrobe’ has definitely made my life easier. Before I had a full closet with lots of options. And the more options you have, the more overwhelming the choice… Read More
2022-09-25 12:55
There is no shortage of beautiful interior shops in my part of the world but there a some overseas shop where I really would like to shop. Jayson Home (based in the USA) is one of those shop… Read More
2022-09-16 07:31
Today’s post is all about feminine office workwear with a casual French flair. I like office wear that is stylish but that isn’t too rigid. Here are some suggestions of items tha… Read More
2022-08-27 06:14
Located in the heart of the charming French village of Montgeard La Métairie de Montgeard is a interior and concept store that brings together inspirations from all over the world. Bo… Read More
2022-08-11 09:38
Years ago I had an unforgettable holiday in Marrakech, Morocco. I would love to go back for a family holiday and Read More
2022-08-05 10:59
Can you believe that this cozy cabin once was an old hunting cabin from the 20’s?! American designer Leanne Ford bought the cabin in the canyons of LA sight unseen, the fireplace was j… Read More
2022-07-08 07:19
The Peligoni Club is a family-run beach club in the secluded north of Zakynthos, an island in Greece. They offer a carefully selected range of private villas, cottages and B&Bs, either b… Read More
2022-07-05 09:51
This beautiful Finca in Mallorca provides a unique blend of timeless architectural features and modern finishes. The original structure is a farmhouse from the 1940s which has been completel… Read More
2022-06-18 14:00
Black & white is such a classic combination. Also for summer! Above: Twist Top. Floral Button Swimsuit | Crocheted Straw Bucket Hat | Patch Pocket Denim Shorts | Veja Sneakers | Striped… Read More
2022-06-17 10:45
Above: pink dress. Oversized Shirt | Dangling Stone Pendant Earrings | Wide Brim Straw Hat | Gola Classics Mark Cox sneakers | Floral Bandeau Bikini Top | Studded Suede Wooden Clogs | Crossb… Read More
2022-06-16 10:24
Mesón Hidalgo is a house like no other in the heart of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. This unique hotel offers a unique experience of hospitality and lifestyle with its three luxury r… Read More
2022-06-09 07:45
Summer is almost here so I thought it is time to post some stylish yet affordable fashion items. Above: crocheted straw bucket hat & ruffled swimsuitS. striped bathing suit | terry short… Read More
2022-04-27 08:00
Beautiful Woorak House in Palm Beach, Australia, is a young family’s holiday retreat. The project was a full ground up build, a collaboration between the owners, Australian design firm… Read More
2022-04-20 10:25
The fertile agricultural zone of the Sotavento (eastern) end of the Algarve in Portugal, has recently borne fresh fruit – a new, rural hotel called Pensão Agrícola. This… Read More
2022-04-13 10:11
Nestled amongst holiday homes on the edge of Port Phillip Bay (Australia), the Sorrento Beach House has been conceived with a nostalgia for the simple forms and materials of holiday homes of… Read More
2022-03-24 07:32
This contemporary desert home in Palm Springs, USA, has been designed by architect firm Woods + Dangaran. From siting to floor plan to finishes, this residence is deeply connected to the des… Read More
2022-02-25 09:17
Some iconic fashion pieces that are inspired by springtime in Paris. I especially love that flower embroidery sweater! Above: Playful Embroidery Knit Sweater | Flared High Waist Jeans Above:… Read More
2022-02-17 15:13
This lovely holiday home in Yzerfontein on South Africa’s West Coast was once an abandoned hangar. Architects Rhett Williams-Jones and Lawden Holmes transformed it into a beautiful bea… Read More
2022-01-27 10:58
It is still sweater weather so here is another roundup of my favorite winter items. Above: Cable Knit Colour Block Sweater Above: I have this Wide Press Crease Jeans and love it (the cut is… Read More
2021-12-10 11:07
Effortlessly elegant with a touch of polished rock ‘n’ roll. Stories presents the Parisian chic look – a modern classic that evokes the essence of Paris. Above: Gold Button… Read More
2021-11-04 08:52
This is the beautiful home of photographer Kate Bellm. After living a cosmopolitan life in cities such as London, Berlin and Paris she now has settled with her family on the Spanish island o… Read More
2021-10-30 10:24
The days are getting darker but you can add some colour to your life with some colourful knitwear. I have the purple sweater and it is gorgeous! Above: Oversized Knit Jumper in purple. Above… Read More
2021-10-01 07:50
As the days are getting colder it is time again for warm sweaters, cardigans and coats. Here some of my fall fashion favorites! Above: Belted Wool Coat Above: Pile Knit Sweater Above: Statem… Read More
2021-09-30 08:35
Élan Byrd brings her tactile, organic style to a rug and pillow collection designed exclusively for Lulu and Georgia. Élan Byrd is a Miami-based artist and textile designer who… Read More
2021-09-02 17:49
I love these new fashion pieces from &Other Stories, all with a Parisian chic flair. Perfect for Fall! Above: Oversized Alpaca Blend Coat | Breton Stripe Top | Flared High Waist Jeans Br… Read More
2021-06-28 08:32
I love our home but sometimes I dream of living in a cabin. It’s cosy, (often) small so easier to clean and ‘stuff’ is easier to manage as you are forced to have less thing… Read More
2021-05-05 08:23
A modernist take on Portuguese traditions, Casa Um reimagines the style and details of typical architecture from the Algarve. The result is a soft minimalistic space that’s private, co… Read More
2021-04-11 11:01
This lovely summer house on the Greek island of Tinos is designed by Bobotis+Bobotis Architects, a private architectural practice based in Athens. The house was constructed with respect to t… Read More
2021-04-01 08:23
Today on the blog some lovely Spring fashion items! Above: Floral Embroidery Knit Cardigan Pointelle Knit Floral Embroidery Cardigan (look at the beautiful floral bead embroidery!) Above: Ni… Read More
2021-03-30 07:45
I love this beautiful apartment located in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark. The home, belonging to PR manager Line Schjelde and her family, has been decorated with accessories in various pa… Read More
2021-03-29 08:36
Hotel Magique has collaborated with Anthropologie creating an artful, Francophile-inspired collection. About Hotel Magique: during a trip to the USA in 2015, Amsterdam based graphic designer… Read More
2021-03-04 11:01
It is still cold outside but the first signs of Spring are here which make me think about working in the garden and creating a cosy outdoor area. Looking for inspiration I found this beautif… Read More
2021-03-01 09:04
Interior designer Yana Prydalna has designed Quiet Space House, a modern A-frame cabin located in the middle of the Lake Tahoe forest, California. The beautiful cabin serves as a weekend ret… Read More
2021-02-19 09:02
Last year Laura and Nora of Our Food Stories bought a cottage in the Skåne area Sweden. As their house has a wonderful cozy vibe in general they wanted the kitchen to be in the same at… Read More
2021-02-11 11:21
To create a bohemian style interior you can use furniture pieces made natural material such as rattan or cane. Yak and Yeti Trader has some beautiful pieces in their collection. Their design… Read More
2021-02-01 12:09
Le Souk having a big sale! All cushion covers are now available with a 50% discount. Plus, with code EXTRA10 you now get a 10% extra discount. The discount code is also valid on our other pr… Read More
2021-01-26 08:44
There is a lot that I like about this beautiful apartment in Sweden: those stunning old fire places, the high windows and ceilings (creating lots of light), the wooden floor and the combinat… Read More
2021-01-18 18:25
I love a good versatile sweater or cardigan as you can wear these for most of the year (in winter and in the in between seasons). Here as some favorite pieces. These knitwear items are popul… Read More
2021-01-13 11:11
Athena Calderone is a multi tasker: she is a Brooklyn-based designer, chef, author and founder of online lifestyle site EyeSwoon. Together with her husband Victor she renovated their beautif… Read More
2021-01-06 10:04
First of all I wish you all a very happy New Year! May this year be filled with love, happiness and laughter. 2020 wasn’t easy for the most of us and I hope that we get some of our fre… Read More
2020-12-21 13:57
These beautiful brass items which are all handmade in Morocco are just added to the Le Souk collection. It is worth visiting the Le Souk website as there are lots of products on sale with di… Read More
2020-12-10 15:47
Shopping for men can be difficult. To make it easier for you I have a created a gift guide with gifts suggestions for the men in your life. I hope this is of help to you! One of the most suc… Read More
2020-12-08 10:22
I have created a gift guide with stylish items to give (or to keep…). I hope you’ll enjoy it! Above: Copenhagen belted coat (love this coat!) Read More
2020-12-04 11:06
These beautiful prints, tapestry and rainbow wall decals by Belgian label Studio Loco are perfect for decorating children’s room. And I agree, all kids are artists! You now can shop th… Read More
2020-12-04 10:09
After spending many childhood holidays in Baja California, Mexico, Brooklyn-based interior designer Alex Boudreau and her family purchased a quarter acre of beachfront property in Todos Sant… Read More
2020-11-26 09:11
I recently discovered online shop Jayson Home and was surprised by the well curated collection they carry. They have stylish items in various price categories which make it perfect for shopp… Read More
2020-11-19 10:41
The beautiful A-frame cabin with the name beautiful name Lilla Norr is nestled 90 minutes north of Minneapolis/St. Paul (USA) on 5 acres of woods on the Snake River near Mora, Minnesota. Mor… Read More
2020-11-09 10:47
It is the sweater weather season again and here are some pieces that are perfect for fall and winter. Everlane and & Stories are my favorite shops for good, basic fashion items. Good to… Read More
2020-10-30 12:01
Every season my son and I create a seasonal table. Over the years we have collected lots of props and for our Autumn table we used wooden and ceramic mushrooms, wooden animals and things we… Read More
2020-10-22 08:16
The Perch embraces nature-inspired textures and colours, from the terracotta wash on its mud brick exterior and the mottled whites on the soaring interior walls to the timber slatted cathedr… Read More
2020-10-16 09:43
This charming 19th century home has a rural setting in the middle of the Onsala Peninsula in Sweden. The house was built in 1887 by a shoemaker and has for the past ten years been restored t… Read More
2020-09-18 08:13
This lovely apartment is located with a quiet and peaceful courtyard in a beautiful turn of the century property. Tranquility reigns in this part of Gothenburg in Sweden. Through beautiful w… Read More
2020-09-16 09:24
Today some of my favorite furniture pieces and accessories from Urban Outfitters. They have some great items in their collection but unfortunately most of them are not available in The Nethe… Read More
2020-09-10 08:02
Explore ferm LIVING’S new collection! In this AW20 collection, the designers have contrast clean, sculptural lines with raw, natural materials that intrigue your sense of touch. They c… Read More
2020-08-28 09:16
How cute is this Bee Button Alpaca Blend Cardigan? It is available in black, pink and grey here from &Stories Read More
2020-08-24 09:38
This apartment is small (only 50m2) but is has everything a small family can wish for. It is located in the heart of the Costa Brava, Spain, right at the Mediterranean sea and is surrounded… Read More
2020-08-12 08:41
This beautiful home situated at the Spanish coast in Sitges (near Barcelona) is just perfect. It overlooks the Meditarrenean sea but is also surrounded by pine trees. The house, which is com… Read More
2020-08-06 10:11
Casa Palerm is a villa built as an extension of a rural hotel in the countryside of Lloret de Vistalegre, in the centre of Mallorca. The most striking part of the building is the window desi… Read More
2020-08-04 11:22
For all of you living in the Northern Hemisphere: I hope you are enjoying summer (despite Covid19)! My favorite posts in this season are the ones showing Mediterranean summer homes. I love t… Read More
2020-08-03 08:34
When the owners bought this 1950’s home on the island of Ibiza it was in need of an extensive renovation. They worked together with architecture studio Blakstad and interior designer R… Read More
2020-07-28 07:55
A sunny and calm Hotel in the heart of the city! The newly opened Hôtel Le Sud in the south of France has 29 lovely decorated rooms. The boutique hotel is located in Juan Les Pins, a s… Read More
2020-07-24 08:26
&Stories is one of my favorite stores for affordable stylish pieces. Here are some items from their current collection than can be worn in summer but are also suitable for fall. Above: R… Read More
2020-07-23 13:59
Casa Palma in Canggu, Bali, is a Mediterranean oasis in tropical paradise. With a swimming pool, outdoor dining areas and beautiful interior design, this luxurious three bedroom villa is the… Read More
2020-07-14 09:59
In summer I like to add some color to my wardrobe. Here are some lovely colourful items from &Stories. Above: green skirt. Above: pink floral dress Above: pink Adidas sneakers | purple H… Read More
2020-07-02 09:29
It is hard to believe that this tranquil 19th century home is situated in the heart of Barcelona. The family home belonging to decorator Marta Tobella even has a small pool and truly is an o… Read More
2020-06-26 08:58
For today’s fashion post I was inspired by the colors of the Greek Islands. For more details about these pieces (which are all from & Stories) you can follow the links in the post… Read More
2020-06-11 08:33
Who doesn’t love a good sandal? Here are 10 of my favorite summer sandals of the season! Above: Jeffrey Campbell Dane Woven Slides Above: Minda Embroidered Ankle-Tie Sandals Above: Mat… Read More
2020-06-06 08:36
This lovely little summer cabin is located in a small fishing village near Gilleleje, just North of Copenhagen in Denmark. It belongs to Simone Polk Dahl. In the summer months she and her fa… Read More
2020-06-03 13:30
This stunning holiday villa Casa Santa Teresa is located on the French island of Corsica, near the capital, Ajaccio, and is nestled along the Route des Sanguinaires – a rugged strip of… Read More
2020-05-19 08:09
This stunning property with magnificent views across the rolling hills to the Pacific Ocean is right up my alley! The style, the use of materials, the decor … and it is situated in on… Read More
2020-04-16 08:06
Madewell is offering 40% off almost anything! This is a rare chance to shop for your spring and summer outfit, and the offer is only valid today (16th April). Use code VERYRARE at checkout t… Read More
2020-03-23 11:20
This is Jade Jagger’s beautiful bohemian home on Spanish island Formentera. After several years of living on Ibiza, Jade moved to smaller and quieter Formentera. Formentera may be only… Read More
2020-03-21 12:55
Lulu & Georgia is offering a 25% off with code FAMILY25. This offer is valid until March 23rd. In this post I share some of my favorite items from their latest collection. Above: cushion… Read More
2020-03-19 10:09
How are you? I hope that you and your loved ones are healthy and safe. These are crazy times: suddenly we find ourselves stuck at home, homeschooling kids and worrying about things most of u… Read More
2020-02-14 09:28
There is a lot to like about this lovely Victorian home in Bristol, UK. The period features, the light filling the rooms, the flow of the open plan design, the simple aesthetics of the inter… Read More
2020-02-06 18:41
This cushion cover set that spells the word L O V E (from Amsterdam life style label & store Anna & Nina) is now available with a discount from Le Souk. Normal price was €129.95… Read More
2020-02-05 07:53
This lovely home in Göteborg, Sweden, has touches of yellow which make it seem to be ready for Spring. The apartment is part of a historic building and has original features that add ch… Read More
2020-01-31 09:11
Today some fashion inspiration with a number of gorgeous items from & Other Stories. I love the outfit in the image above: the Loose fit blouse in a jacquard finish with frills at chest… Read More
2020-01-30 11:01
This beautiful Spanish home is located in Cerdanya, a historical region of the eastern Pyrenees divided between France and Spain. Although the house has been built with materials that are ty… Read More
2020-01-27 09:43
I love a what I call a natural minimalist look for home accessories and furniture. Today some products suggestions for creating this look. All the items mentioned in this post are from Urban… Read More
2020-01-24 14:09
This beautiful holiday home in Rupià, Spain, was once a stable. It now belongs to interior designer Sandra Tarruella who combined original features with a clean lined design. The whit… Read More
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