Benelux Next Top Model

The Benelux is attempting another season of Next Top Model. I say attempting as this season’s episodes seem lacking. Lacking of vision, glamour and fashion.

Let me share with you my view…

 The program seems to have been made on a shoe string, the girls are sleeping in bunk beds and the production gives me the feeling the recession is making a big difference to the budget. The girls where made to do a shoot for Ecco, not the best choice fashion wise and one of the main sponsors is C&A, these are not your most fashionable brands from most point of views.

What about the girls and their appearance?

Whoever is responsible for their hair needs help. We all love the show where the hair gets cut off. When done properly, it serves a dual purpose. Firstly, to teach the girls that they need to be open to changing their appearance at a regular basis and secondly to make them look better. Or so it would seem….let me share some before and after shots with you. They tell aspiring model Bianca they want to give her an edgy, editorial look. Well, they could have done that by giving her Rihanna’s haircut, now she looks like punk rock junkie from the seventies and not in a good way.

Benelux next top model Bianca

Benelux next top model Bianca- before

Benelux next top model Bianca- after

Benelux next top model Bianca- after

Poor girl, I thought this shoot was a bit too far out there but to do a make over like this, that’s just bad.
Of course I forget this is a TV show and not something made to actually help these girls, so I suppose ratings are what counts.

October 1, 2009 | Category fashion | Leave a Comment 

Banana Republic Sale

The Banana Republic fall sale has started! I have always loved Banana Republic for their unique casual chic style. Free shipping through 22 September… click here for the sale.

For those shopping from outside the US, don’t worry, with your US Unlocked account it will be as easy as pie.

September 18, 2009 | Category fashion | Leave a Comment 

NOOSA

Fashionable and traditional!

The new accessory label NOOSA has launched their first line of belts in the Netherlands. The belts are unique in the sense that you can add a personal touch to the belt with so called chunks.

An example of a wide belt:

noosa wide belt

noosa wide belt

The chunks have been produced in Nepal through Fair Trade which is an added bonus. I really like these belts, they are affordable (from 49 euros and from 5,95 per chunk) and contemporary.

September 15, 2009 | Category fashion | Leave a Comment 

US Unlocked Now Cheaper and Easier

US unlocked proudly presents two new services that will make your online shopping in America a cheaper and easier experience than ever. They are introducing Personal Shopping and Worldwide Shipping. They have also improved the usability and look of the website. 

Personal Shopping  
Ever wanted the lingerie from Victoria’s Secret, a Kindle from Amazon, cheaper Dermalogica products or perhaps that nice jacket at Banana Republic, but then you found out that you need a US credit card to be able to own these products? Let US Unlocked buy them for you! Simply let them know what you want to buy and they will take care of the rest.

Worldwide Shipping
Now, customers all over the world can benefit from the services of US Unlocked. They have managed to negotiate very competitive rates to help you save on shipping. Simply register your shipment. The shipping cost are calculated based on the actual weight and dimensions when we receive your products. Your shipment arrives at your doorstep within 3 busines days after it has left our warehouse, anywhere in the world!

Have fun shopping!!!!

September 14, 2009 | Category fashion | Leave a Comment 

the time has come… #fall #fashion #2009

It’s that time of year again. I took some time this weekend to change my wardrobe from summer appropriate to fall appropriate.  My wardrobe is now fall ready and I have cleaned out a couple of items that I am selling on Fashion Vintage.

Must say it feels great to sell a couple of things and use the proceeds to update my fall wardrobe. So far I have purchased a new Zara wintercoat and a grey sweater. I am looking forward to receiving my Asos order, which contains a black jacket with a ‘power shoulder’ … eighties much?

Next purchase? ankle boots or grey tall boots at Daniele Dentici’s shoe salon.

Have fun shopping for fall! I know I am.

September 2, 2009 | Category fashion | Leave a Comment 

Victoria Beckham’s new collection - commercial movie

Seems I have been bombarding you with film clips lately and here is one more…  its a very cute commercial for Victoria Beckham’s collection.  I like it… its a very original and refreshing little movie. 

The collection consists of 10 50’s inspired dresses. Very cute.

Have fun, click here to watch it.  For the collection go here, and enjoy another movie.

August 30, 2009 | Category fashion | Leave a Comment 

Fashionair

What do I love most? fashion and entertainment.  What magazines do I read… you got it, fashion magazines.

Where do all of these things come together? At Fashionair, created by Net-a-Porter alum, Sojin Lee and British music mogul, Simon Fuller. The current beta version is pretty promising.  Might become an entirely new addiction for yours truly.

Check it out here.

August 27, 2009 | Category culture, entertainment, fashion | Leave a Comment 

Andre Leon Talley - the September Issue III

I love this! Andre Leon Talley shares his tennis style…. LV all the way, I love his towel. This man is uber fabulous. Unbelievable…. amazing.

Click here to watch the preview.

August 26, 2009 | Category culture, fashion | Leave a Comment 

The September Issue II

The US release is getting closer and Anna Wintour is promoting her film, The September Issue. Watch this clip of her on David Letterman. I think she handles herself very well. Plus, she looks amazing, skin of a twenty year old, how do you do that Ms Wintour?

 Anna Wintour on David Letterman, click here.

August 25, 2009 | Category culture, fashion | Leave a Comment 

Fall has arrived @ Jolink Jolink

To fashion lovers everywhere…. yippie… Joline Jolink has launched her fall/winter 2009 collection.  Click here to go to Joline’s website. She has created a very versatile, wearable collection with some great details, be sure to check out the items with extra long sleeves,  which look and feel so incredibly comfortable.

joline jolink fall 2009
joline jolink fall 2009

In case you wish to feel the fabric, just contact Joline’s office and they will send you a card with all the fabrics of the season ( I can assure you, they are amazing). Furthermore, if you would like to try on the clothes it is possible to make an appointment in the studio for a fitting.

August 18, 2009 | Category fashion | Leave a Comment 

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