Rachelle Yves

BUTTLESS.

2009-10-21T21:31:00.002+02:00

Sorry. Just have been working my butt off since last week.
Hung out with Willemijn today.

Cora Kemperman blouse, H&M longsleeve, Bristol scarf, Belle rose pants, fake converse.

I really want to upload more and such, but it's just too friggin' cold and rainy over here. It sucks.

MONEY IS BEST WHEN IT'S ROLLING.

2009-10-10T23:05:00.003+02:00

I'm not even going to start apologizing. I have the right to live my life, right? I thought so too. And it really isn't my fault it has been so rainy and hectic. That's just the way it is.

In the mean time I did some shopping. I haven't taken photos of all the new buys yet, but here are some, starting with a great Cora Kemperman vest:

Cora Kemperman vest, H&M top, H&M jeans

As you can see it's very versatile! And well, I love versatile stuff.
The next thing I bought is also Cora Kemperman. May I present to you: The great Cora Kemperman blouse!

I haven't taken an "on" photo yet. Sorry about that, but I was too lazy. And it was too cold to take off my cozy sweater.

And last, but definately not least: A vivienne westwood blouse! It looks really great when wearing. It's really tight around the hips and waist and on top it's very baggy which gives a great effect. And again, no photo of me wearing it for the same reason as said above.

Aren't you jealous of me? Well, I would be too!

NE ME QUITTE PAS.

2009-10-05T21:32:00.004+02:00

You thought I was dead, didn't you?
Well. So did I.

Or this is just a nightmare. A nightmare in which I have to listen to Jacques Brel a zillion times a day. You know, because I've got a test about the lyrics tomorrow.

SONIA RYKIEL.

2009-10-01T17:50:00.003+02:00

You're not going to kill me if I admit that I'm more looking forward to Rykiel for H&M than Jimmy Choo for H&M, are you?
I haven't even seen anything, but man, I can't wait! It might actually be the first time I really want to have something from a [INSERTDESIGNERNAME] for H&M collection.

I also received two new purchases today. Don't you just love that feeling when you know packages are waiting for you to come home? I couldn't sit still all day, today. And they're gorgeous! I haven't taken any photos yet, but I'll do so tomorrow. But to make you drool already:

I bought a Vivienne Westwood blouse and a Cora Kemperman top.

And another Cora Kemperman blouse is on it's way!

That brings me to the next thing. I really have to clean out my closet. But fall break is almost here! I'm organizing a cleaning-out-my-closet-party. You remember that scene from Sex and the city the movie? Bottles of champagne, "keep" and "lose" signs? Well, think along those ways. It should be fun!

LILY ALLEN AND PLEATS.

2009-09-30T22:43:00.004+02:00

First of all here's some music for ya. I have to say that I seriously love this cover Lilly Allen did. It makes me so happy.

I saw Lily Allen live last summer. She was actually really good. I never expected here to be good live. But she was. It was a great show.

Now on to today's outfit:

Accessorize beret, Vero Moda top, Warehouse skirt, H&M leggings, Bijenkorf leggings.

The top actually has a waterfall collar, but I rolled the collar so it looked like this.

Now I'm off to bed. Trying to think of some cool things for my art project.

SLACKING.

2009-09-27T10:28:00.002+02:00

Hey there people,

I never thought this would actually happen to me, but for a change I did take outfit photos. But I slacked in posting them. So here you go.

Thursday:

Sutherland blouse, Zara dress, H&M leggings, Bijenkorf boots.

I can't for the life of me remember what I did that day. I went to school. And well, there's one thing I remember. And what the heck, we all need a laugh from time to time, so here it is:

I went to the gym at wednesday evening. Zumba, if you wanted to know. Anyway, after I came home I wanted to get the dirty clothing out of my bag and came to the conclusion that I left almost everything at the gym. Pants, bra and well, everything. So thursday, during my free time in between classes, I went to the gym to pick them up. Just imagine how stupid I felt having to ask for my "pants". I'm just glad the lady from the gym was behind the desk, and not a man.

So far for my exciting life.

On to friday:

scarf from a turkish bazar, H&M shirt, vintage belt, warehouse skirt, H&M tights, Graceland shoes.

I had to dress casual today, because I had musical rehearsals directly after school. And after the rehearsals I went home to have dinner. At 9 PM I went to a friend, who moved to another house. I love housewarmings. What I love even more is the fact that I didn't have to get up the next morning until 10 AM. And really, after weeks of having to get up at 6.30 AM 10 AM is goooood!

Have a nice weekend everyone!

Oooh and Aaahh.

2009-09-23T16:32:00.003+02:00

I haven't really got a lot I'd like to tell you. My life just isn't all that exciting.

I just wanted to show off the boots.

This is when you go "oooh" and "aaaahhh" and start drooling.

Dress unknown from a sample sale, H&M tights, Bijenkorf boots.

Thanks to my puppy eyes, I convinced my dad that my friend and I should make our workspace from our attic. It's going to be really cool.
It's got beautiful lighting, one large table for our sewing machines, mannequins, notice boards on the wall to pin inspiration to, and a clothing rack to hang the finished clothes. Oh, and some storage space, but there should be plenty.

BOUDOIR.

2009-09-22T20:19:00.003+02:00

My art assignment at school is to draw/paint a stillife. I chose the theme "boudoire/burlesque". These are some shots of items I own that I made. Ofcourse this is not all. Among these were a bustier, shoes, more ferfume, jewelry, etc.

I've always really liked the glamour of burlesque/boudoir. Even as a little child. And as I grow up I find myself guilty of buying burlesque (inspired) items.

NEW BOOTS!

2009-09-21T20:52:00.002+02:00

I just wanted to show you a quick, fugly webcam shot of my new boots, because I'm so happy with them!

Btw; don't mind the double chin.

bijenkorf boots.

GETTING OLD.

2009-09-18T20:45:00.004+02:00

I wore a casual outfit today. Because I just felt like it.

Oh, my new jumpsuit is going to be delivered tomorrow! Excited to see if it fits me. I don't think I'll be able to take any outfit photos, because I have to work from 8 AM until 6 PM and I have to go to a fancy dinner at 7 PM.

Didi dress, H&M dress as top, H&M leggings, black straps around my boots.

Here's a little something for you. I call this photo "Hi, I'm Rachel, I used to be lean, but as you can see I'm not that lean anymore".

I'm off to a birthday party now! It's going to kill me. I'm getting old, I'm telling ya! I can't do that anymore, the going to bed at 3 AM and get up at 6.30.

SINGING THE BLUES

2009-09-15T22:19:00.003+02:00

I know it's been ages ago since I posted an outfit photo, so here's one for you! I wore this today, but took the photo last night when I was picking my outfit.
I'm sorry for the crappy photo, but it was dark, I lost my remote (found it again!) and well, it's too god damn rainy outside.

Zu+elements dress worn as vest, Warehouse dress.

I decided that I shouldn't wear so much H&M. Because well, the quality isn't superb, everyone's wearing it and that should be reason enough to not own too many H&M items. I should invest more in pretty clothing, so know I'm addicted to marktplaats (dutch ebay lookalike) in the hope I'll find some really cheap, pretty clothing.

HAIR.

2009-09-12T12:21:00.003+02:00

Just a quick webcam shot of my new haircut. The bobbypin is because work won't allow me to have hair in my face (this shot was taken 10 min. before going to work).

Bye!

It's oh so quiet. Shhhhsst..

2009-09-12T00:19:00.003+02:00

School has started again. Half a week ago, actually. I still haven't found my swing back. It's sucking the life out of me.

That being said, I've got my hair cut. It's none of the options from a few posts back, I just let the hairdresser do whatever she wanted. And I like it. It feels healthy and smells delicious. Don't you just love that smell when you just got back from the hairdresser?
Well. I do.

And now all I want to do is sleep. But I've got a deadline.

See ya!

P.s. Nevermind this post. It's 0.38 AM, the average amount of hours of sleep for the last week has been 5 or 6 hours a night, and well, that would be it.

FLOWER.

2009-09-07T18:33:00.003+02:00

H&M longsleeve, H&M skirt, H&M flower, boots - can't remember.

I decided to do an outfit post again. It's been so long. And I know the outfit isn't really exciting, but it's definately better than my PJ-outfits from the last few days. And I should shop more at other places than H&M.

I really feel like shopping, but I'm saving for a new lens. The baby costs about €450. Yes, that's a lot. So no new stuff for me in the near future, unless I really need it.

INSOMNIA.

2009-09-05T19:16:00.002+02:00

I feel sorry for myself. Yes, I do. Self pitty. But there's a reason. I just couldn't sleep last night. So I got out of bed, put on some make up and shot some photos, went back to bed again, made sure my alarm was set at 6.30 and not 7.30 and saw 3.29AM change into 3.30.

That means I had about three hours of sleep today. And I had a workday of 10 hours (8 AM - 6 PM).

I'm totally exhausted now.

Goodnight! I'm off to the couch.

LONG TIME NO SEEING.

2009-09-04T16:01:00.003+02:00

I realise that there hasn't been an entry from me for a very long time. I'm very sorry for that, but I'm just enjoying my last few days of walking around in PJ pants. That's all. So there's really nothing exciting to see. Just PJ pants, a longsleeve and that's it.

I still haven't started my new project yet because I'm too lazy to buy new paint (before you judge, I do have to cycle 50 minutes for one tube of paint. And yes, as I said, I'm enjoying my last few days of lazyness).

I have however finished my book, sent my package to Sofie (should be delivired today), watched movies and done nothing. So that's more than I usually can cross off my to-do list. To-do lists are in my case more "what I should do lists".

Now I'm very busy deciding which haircut I like best (because I really do have to get my hair cut!), and editing some photos because I need to have finished them next week.

Here are the options:

Haircut #1:

Haircut #2:

I came to the conclusion that I can't choose. So please help me decide!

TO-DO list

2009-09-01T00:57:00.003+02:00

For tomorrow. Or today, actually.

* Bake cookies.
* Finish my book.
* Start my new project - start 1 painting.
* Bring my package for Sofie to the post office.
* Watch movies and do nothing.

Here's a little sneak preview of the project. It's going to involve silent movie actresses.

http://www.silentladies.com/Ladies.html

RANDOM.

2009-08-28T14:03:00.004+02:00

I wore a pretty risque outfit today. And that is exactly the reason why I changed in to something different for the evening.

This is what I wore during the day:

sutherland blouse, thrifted see through top, brandless top worn as skirt, H&M leggings, etro shoes, earring from german artmarket.

Sorry for the messy room, but I just love making a mess of things. And I'm sure you all love to see my underwear drawer.

As I said I wore something different for the evening. That was because we had a kinda formal thing. Me and some friends raised money for Duchenne Heroes and that's what the evening was dedicated to. I thought see through just wasn't an option.

Here's what I wore:

H&M top, H&M flower, H&M legging, DIY shoes.

That girl you see is Simone. We've been friends since she's lived in Holland. Our parents know each other and that's how we met. We went to the same kindergarten, the same primary school, same high school.

On to something completely different. Did you know I used to have spanish as a subject at school? Well, it's been almost 3 years ago and I still regret not having it anymore.
The reason I brought this up is because I was watching "De spaanse droom" (The Spanish dream) yesterday. It's a dutch show in which 6 couples compete to win a bed&breakfast in Spain. They have to work together to renovate the old building. Anyway, I saw them all struggling with the spanish (well, all of them except for one or two couples) and I couldn't help but get this thought: "If you want to have a B&B in spain, and you've wanted it for a few years already, then why the hell didn't you take spanish class?"

That night I read some of my old spanish readers and decided I should study it again.

THANKS, SOFIE

2009-08-25T15:44:00.003+02:00

Sofie from modediktat sent me the most gorgeous shoes ever, as I already mentioned in my last post. They're from Etro SS08.

I'm struggling coming up with something to sent back. I decided to sent a package with all sorts of little gifts, so there would be at least one thing she'd like. I already thought of some things, but that's supposed to remain a surprise.

Without further ado I present to you, the shoes and the way I wore it:

H&M top, H&M flower, H&M legging, Etro shoes.

Thank you so much again, Sofie! I hope to send the package by the end of the week.

BACK AGAIN.

2009-08-24T16:50:00.002+02:00

Just a little post to say that I'm back, to show you some photos and tell you that I had a great time!

Tom wearing the jeans we costumized. Ofcourse we made it as ugly as we could :)

Eating a delicious sandwich.

My blinged shoes.

Best photo ever. Period.

I've got no idea who the guy is.

Recycling.

Chickies.

Groupshot.

My friend with his fans.

Watching Snoop Dogg in the sun.

I admit I look like some sort of idiot. But that is because I wrapped my shirt around my head so I wouldn't get a heatstroke or anything.

Snoop Dogg.

That's just a small part of the photos we took. We had a great time. The best performance would have been Lily Allen. I seriously didn't expect her to be so good. But she really got the crowd going after a few songs. And she could stand on her two feet.

Last, but definately not least, go show Sofie from Modediktat some loving. She sent me the most gorgeous shoes ever. I'll post a photo tomorrow!

Adios.

LOWLANDS.

2009-08-19T13:35:00.003+02:00

Holysmokes. I'm packing for Lowlands. I feel like I'm forgetting everything and I've got to go to work in 30 minutes.
Maybe I'll photograph the outfits I'm taking with me tonight, depends on how much time I've got left.

Bye Bye!

P.s. Lowlands is a festival in the Netherlands. And it's going to be hoottttt.
P.p.s. All this stress is caused by the fact that I will leave for lowlands tomorrow at 9 AM. And since I have to work till 6 PM today that means that the stores will be closed.

FLSHT.

2009-08-15T00:39:00.003+02:00

Have been busy staying at a friends place for the last two days or so.
made some photos of a friend today. Like this one best:

Hoping to do something creative tomorrow.

P.s. The title is the sound my brain makes. You know, like the slimey poo stuff you had as a kid?

BACK FROM BERLIN.

2009-08-12T13:35:00.003+02:00

Sorry in advance for the next line, since it might be too much information.

Our trip started out shitty (quite literally, unfortunately), because I got sick. That's why we got a delay of a few hours. And that's also why we only had two days in Berlin in stead of 2 and a half (and yes, that makes a difference!).
I remained kinda sick during our entire stay (never been good at planning things like that).

Now, on to the photos:

I won't be able to tell you much about the photos, because I always forget what the hell it is.

Now this I know! It was a monument for the lost soldier and someone who died in the camps. Or well, it actually is a remembrance monument, but my dad said they burried a soldier and someone from the camps there. I don't know if they really burried them there, but it sounds good, right?

The view from the Fernsehen Turm. My dad and I had ice cream there.

The only picture of me and my dad together. You can see my desert. Way too big. So my dad had to help after he had his desert.

This is the only photo that kinda shows my outfit. We were at the opening of the U55, btw, if you wanted to know. I was wearing a top up side down as a tubetop, and H&M trousers, the bag is from the wereldwinkel (worldstore) and the sunglasses from Hema.

Too bad I didn't take as many photos as I'd hoped, but it's better than no photos at all.
On our way back we helped some hitchhikers from Sweden. They were very nice. Too bad I didn't take a photo of them.

BERLIN.

2009-08-06T21:48:00.003+02:00

I'm off to Berlin tomorrow. I'm kind of looking forward to it. Me and my dad decidied to have a litttle quality time. We'll be back at monday. I hope to take lots of photos.

tops unknown, H&M trousers, vintage shoes.

See you later!

BELATED BIRTHDAYPARTY.

2009-08-06T09:50:00.002+02:00

I threw a (very) belated birthday party yesterday. My birthday was may 25th, but who cares. Better late than never, right?
So, without further ado, here are the pictures:

Maud & Stephan.

I'm such a poser. And I don't even like beer! (It wasn't mine, btw, but I had to hold a bottle of beer because my thing said "It's my birthday, give me beer")

Very scary spider.

Thijs & Ilse

The notorious party animals

Britt. Listen to this:

I know, best singer ever right?

Me and the notorious party animals. And the gross cocos drink. We all hate it, but it's tradition. So what are you gonna do about it?

This photo is also know as "the before".

This would be the after. I told you it was gross!

Me and Britt as siamese twins.

I'm so sorry for the photo overkill!

Oh, one thing I'd like to say is that your legally allowed to drink when you're 16 in the Netherlands. So, we're no cory Kennedy or anything.

BAREFOOTIN'

2009-08-04T00:22:00.004+02:00

Before you start reading this post, please hit play:

It's very important that you can feel the vibe. I like walking around barefeet, and I know it looks ridiculous sometimes, so be it.

tops unknown, scarf/vest was a gift, dad bought it at a craftfair.

This was just casual. Honestly, I didn't really bother dressing nicely because I had to change anyway because I had to work at 7PM. And because I didn't really leave the house, only to do some groceries for my very belated birthday party. I wore the vest with a belt outside, so it looked more like a dress.

Have I ever told you that I really like versatile things?

So long for now.

Arrividecci.

FEELING SKETCHY.

2009-08-02T11:24:00.002+02:00

I still have to change the colors of the left one, but it is inspired on Schiele's 'prozession'. It's patchworky, prefarably in seethrough fabric. I'm thinking about just dyeing tights and use those.

The centered and right sketch are actually the same dress, but at the right worn upside down. (I still have to figure out something about the gap you'll have between your legs. Maybe really sparkly, sequined biker shorts or something?)

The left and right sketch were inspired on Edgar Degas' 'woman at her toilette'. The right one is what you get when you wear the strings as a halter.

The centered one is inspired by 'Senecio' from Paul Klee. As you can see, I haven't finished that one, but that's because I'm not happy with what I've got so far.

Here's a better photo of the sketches based on Jackson Pollocks 'Lavender mist: number one'.

The left sketch is based on Frida Kahlo's 'the broken column' (alias 'la columna rota').

I really like the Pollock sketches and the Degas sketches I showed you before.

3.32 AM

2009-08-01T03:19:00.003+02:00

H&M body, Vero Moda jeans, grandpa's hat, vintage shoes, very old bracelet.

This is what I wore for work, minus the hat. It really shows my pear shape. I always think it's not all that bad, until I look at photos of me. That's when I realise that it is bad, actually. Jeans are always too tight around my ass/tighs and too wide around my waist, causing some sort of skinny baggy effect. But well, I have to wear jeans for work, so you better work what ya got, right?

I changed these shoes for booties, and glad I did because it was cold outside! Even near the fire, it was still cold.

Here's a close up of the bracelet. I got it as a gift when I was a kid. I love that the white beads got flowers on them.

P.s. Thank you all so very much for the lovely feedback on my sketches! It really means a lot to me.

P.p.s. Yes it really was 3:32 AM when I wrote this.

THRIFTING.

2009-07-29T16:07:00.006+02:00

I went thrifting for Florine to look around for some things we could use for our clothing collection. We also bought some things we really didn't need but thought were too cool not to buy.

The only thing that's at my home is the top shown in the photo, the rest is still at Florine's. We really liked the fabric of the top, and thought it could be useful in some way.

We also bought the greatest teddy/body ever. It's white silk with some white lace. And that for only €1,50.

I haven't really been bothered to dress interesting, lately. But I will soon, I guess.

Here are some of my sketches. I don't know if I already told you, but the collection is going to be inspired on paintings.

P.s. Sorry for the bad quality of the right photo. Webcam.

FROZEN.

2009-07-27T22:39:00.006+02:00

Feeling a little sick. So I made a really sucky wannabe photomanipulation. It's nowhere near completed, though.

SUMMERISH.

2009-07-26T22:46:00.002+02:00

It has been a long time since I uploaded an outfit photo. So I figured it was about time. I'm sorry for the ugly flash photos, but it was dark already.

I had a lovely BBQ with my cousins today. I really enjoyed it! I'm so grateful that my family is at least kinda close, especially because it's such a big family.

H&M dress, leggings, slouchy booties (which you can't see).

SIX HANDS.

2009-07-24T10:37:00.003+02:00

I ordered the brilliant, way too cool six hands tee from Nikicio. I just fell in love when I saw it. And the best thing was: it was on sale.
Just let the photos speak for themselves:

I can't get over how versatile the tee is. That's just my cuppa tea.
I hope it wil be delivered today!

Photos are from www.froufrous.nl, where I ordered this beauty.

Siamese twins.

2009-07-23T15:36:00.002+02:00

I was just playing around with the webcam. It's too rainy outside to take outfit photos. Sorry!

CLASS OF 2009

2009-07-16T15:53:00.003+02:00

This post is going to be incredibly image fat!
I had a lovely day with my classmates, you know, to end this year.
I had so much fun. And it's also the reason why I didn't take any outfit photos.

P.s. I'm sorry the photos are from evening to earlier the day, but I'm too lazy to shuffle them around so that they're in the right order.

Florine & Jaap. I'm going to design a clothing line with Florine for school. It's going to be inspired by famous paintings.

L - R: Florine, Stijn, Nygel, Bas. And Lisa is the one that's chillin'.

Florine and Lisa. I love Lisa's imagination. She always starts a phrase with "what if" followed by something that doesn't make sense at all. Wanna know what she said here? She was like "What if you looked out of the window and saw a Chinese man walking like this in your garden?". I told ya, doesn't make sense at all, but incredibly funny.

Nygel, Lisa's boyfriend. I love his green eyes. And his eyelashes are longer than mine.

Stijn in action.

Me, Vince and Lisa. As you can see my outfit wasn't even photo-worthy. Jut a white tee and my brothers old jeans that I cut off.

L - R: Me, Willem, Stijn, Nygel.

And Lisa again. She's so going to model for me one day!

JUNGLE DRUM.

2009-07-12T14:29:00.002+02:00

This is what I was wearing last friday. I'm sorry I'm so late uploading this, but I've been busy. Had to work yesterday and went to a musical, so been busy from 9 AM to 3 AM (Yes, that's long).

I had already seen the musical, but I just love theatre, can't help it.

As a little girl I always wanted to be in musicals. Always singing along to Annie and stuff. I still wish I could, but I'm a little bit more realistic now and know that that's never going to happen.

Zu elements dress worn as top, H&M skirt, H&M tights, knee highs, boots, african mask.

I didn't take any outfit photos yesterday. But I was wearing the same top, skinny jeans and my cut off vintage boots. Not really all that exciting.

Now I'm off thinking about maybe doing/making something. Feeling inspired, but too tired to do anything.

Cheerio.

BITTER HEART

2009-07-09T22:21:00.005+02:00

Unfortunately no new shoes for me. I passed this year, but no good grade for maths. I don't get your gradessystem, so I'm just going to explain ours. Very easy, grades go from 1 - 10. 1 is really, really bad, 10 is the best you can get. Easy right?
I've got a 5 for maths. My best grade was a 8,7 for art.
I didn't have time & not enough light to take a photo of it, because I only finished it the night before at 4 AM.

Went to school early today to view photos of my teachers marriage. Loved the photos. I would love to shoot a wedding someday.

You know, I think of my life often as quite boring. But I can't complain. I mean, it's not very exciting. But I've got lots of people who love me and I'm able to love them back. So, I really can't complain. Although I know I will, sometimes.

H&M longsleeve, Warehouse bubbleskirt, H&M tights, DIY top worn as scarf.

Another song that makes me pretty happy:

ziddu.com-Watch Video zeeavi-bitter_heart.mp3

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DONE. FINALLY.

2009-07-08T20:56:00.002+02:00

I'm done with tests week. Totally exhausted now (as you can probably tell from the bags).
I had a short night. Had to finish my painting, finished around 4 AM. Got up at 7.30 to study philosophy. Screwed up that test. The only thing I could remember was that I read it, and I knew where I read it, but couldn't remember exactly what I read.

I'm kind of nervous about school. You know, when I started the exams I had pretty good grades over all, but I'm so scared that I screwed up every test and won't pass this year. That would suck. And that is a euphemism.
Going to some friends now.

DIY dress worn as top, Vero Moda jeans, vintage boots, Warehouse jacket.

LUST.

2009-07-06T20:54:00.002+02:00

I'm so lusting over some items.

Cinnamon Eve dedicated a whole post to some great stores.
I'm seriously, seriously lusting over Paraphernalia, here's why:

photos from http://shop.paraphernalia.nu

Absolutely fantastic isn't it?

I really can't pick one favourite piece from This Charming girl, so I'm just going to show some random picks, because I love every single piece. It's like heaven.

photos from http://www.thischarminggirl.com

Now go and give them some loving! I'm still waiting for my salary.

SURPRISE!

2009-07-06T16:23:00.004+02:00

Surprise, surprise.
I'm back. I wonder how long it'll last, since this computer has crashed two times in the last month or so.

I really hope I didn't screw up maths as much as I think I did. I want shoes, but hey, I've gotta earn them.

I love butterflies, but this was the best shot I could get, because it flew away everytime I tried coming closer. I love their colors and patterns. Very inspirational.

? dress (got it from a sample sale, but I cut the label out of the dress), vintage belt, earrings were a gift, vintage booties.

I'm so happy I'm almost done with exams. And I'm glad the computer decided to start working again.

P.s. I want something different with my hair, not like now or next week, but it's getting boring again. So if you've got any ideas, they're more than welcome!

CRASH.

2009-07-04T08:44:00.004+02:00

Just a quick post to say that my computer won't start anymore! So, that means less posts. And probably no outfit posts until it's fixed.

In the mean time, a song that makes me happy:

Carla Bruni - Fernande

P.s. I have no idea why you can't comment on this post.

SIMPLE. YET AGAIN.

2009-07-01T20:20:00.004+02:00

H&M tee, top worn as skirt, H&M tights, vintage shoes, Hema shades.

My first test went pretty good. Oral exam english.
I promised myself that if I end this year with good grades, I can buy myself some new shoes. I'm in need of some high heels. A little extra glamour is never wrong.

Now back to studying about Versailles.

THE ANTI-STUDY POST.

2009-07-01T07:50:00.003+02:00

Seriously crappy photos this time. I just don't like it when people are watching me taking self portraits. And well, everywhere I went I found some sort of person-ish creature.
I wore this to my aunts birthday dinner. It was pretty fun, but was kinda overdressed (as always, I think they're starting to get used to that by now).
Because the dress is too long to my liking I knotted it. Gives some volume as well.

I'm supposed to be studying, because my testweek is starting in a few hours. Makes me nervous thinking about it, but I just can't find concentration. So, if you've got some spare concentration, you know, somewhere in the back of your closet, please do send it to me! I'm going to need it.

vintage dress, vintage belt, H&M tights, six ring, broken necklace & safetypins as bracelet

SIMPLICITY.

2009-06-29T17:01:00.003+02:00

I wish I could tell you something interesting, but all I did today was going to school, work on my oral exam english, study and have a mini photoshoot with my brother.

H&M tee, Vero Moda jeans, DIY shoes

I have to go to a semi-formal thingie tonight. So I guess I'll just change the shirt and do something with my hair ( I hate the growing out fase it's currently going through).

I did the shoes for a wedding. I just had no shoes to wear and I thought this was perfect. I love the frays. The color matched the dress I was wearing that day perfectly.

LIKE A HEATWAVE.

2009-06-28T20:22:00.003+02:00

I wasn't made for summer. I just feel like melted ice cream or something. I don't know if you've every experienced dutch summers, but the humidity is unbelievable.
What I also don't like about summer is the clothes. I like black, I like lots and lots of layers. Well, they're both not that summery.

I went shopping last friday and bought trousers, skinny jeans, a tee and some short sleeved sweatshirt thingie. Very cool.
Talked with my dad today about going away for a weekend (somewhere early in august) and we're thinking about London. Definately looking forward.

H&M tee, H&M trousers.

AFTERPARTY

2009-06-27T07:33:00.002+02:00

The outfit is nothing spectaculair. It was more of a I-want-to-sleep-as-long-as-I-can-outfit. I still only got about 3 to 4 hours of sleep, but that's more than I would've gotten if I would've tried to dress properly.
The countdown has started, vacation will almost start. Don't know if I really want it to. Because I'm afraid I'll be working for most of the time. And since it's not the most exciting job in the world it can get boring. But just think about all the lovely stuff I can buy if I work, right?

Yes or no dress - H&M leggings

FALLEN STARS WILL RISE AGAIN.

2009-06-26T07:28:00.003+02:00

I seriously thought he was immortal.

And yet another star has fallen. Farrah Fawcett died of cancer. Such a beautiful woman and the part that I hate most is that she was going to marry.

IT'S THAT GIRL FROM FOOTLOOSE!

2009-06-25T20:24:00.003+02:00

My days have been pretty busy lately. But that's okay. The only thing I really need to do more often is going to the gym, because obvioulsy two times a week isn't enough. And I wasn't planning on starving myself. I already cut sweets out of my life.
And seriously, I never thought I'd ever say this, but my legs look better than my belly in the photo below.

H&M tee, top worn as skirt, H&M tights, vintage booties.

I have no clue if you are interested, but this is how I looked yesterday night.
I felt very footloose.

Don't mind the gifts and the jacket over my shoulder.
It was too much fun!

RIGHT.

2009-06-23T22:49:00.003+02:00

It has been super busy, and it will be super busy. Not with exciting things though. I wish I had some cool events/trips to look forward to. Too bad my bankaccount doesn't allow me to.
Well, a trip to amsterdam maybe, but that's probably the furthest I can go.

I'll be busy with school until 8th of july. That doesn't mean I won't post anything though, just saying.

earrings were a gift, Warehouse jacket, thrifted sheer top, vintage belt, H&M jeans, necklace from wereldwinkel.

Close up of the necklace.

Tomorrow is going to be fun, a party with disco dress code. I don't have too much time to think about my outfit, but still. Dressing up is always nice.

ARTSYFARTSY.

2009-06-22T21:20:00.002+02:00

I already told that last sunday I had an exhibition, right? Well, here's a photo of my work.
(Hint: Click for bigger).

The photomanipulation wiith the chair and umbrella has been sold two times. I only have to think of a price that's reasonable.
I promise to post a new outfit photo soon. I haven't been looking good though, just throwing something on in the morning.

IF I WAS A RICH GIRL.

2009-06-20T08:08:00.006+02:00

I have to admit that I may be a teensy tiny bit late with my favourites for resort 2010, but on the other hand we're still living in 2009. Plenty of time, right?
For the last few days I spent every single moment of spare time going through the collections, liking a lot of them.
That's a good excuse for a minor lack of posts, right?I absolutely loved (and even that's an understatement) this collection! I think every single piece of it. I even liked the turbans. This collection is just so drapey, and that usually means heaven to me.

I don't really know why this is one of my favourites, but just look at it. This collection has some casual clothes that really have something you can't quite point your finger at. There are some pieces that look rather DIYable as well, so maybe, when I happen to find some spare time (not going to happen before summer break)...

I'm a black lover. I just can't help it. If I got the chance I would even wear black during the summer. At least if that wouldn't make me melt out of my own skin. I love how sheer fabric is paired with usual fabric.
You've seen this collection all over the internet, I guess, but there's a reason for that! The collection isn't even black and I still adore it. Then you truly must have done something good. The shapes are absolutely gorgeous.

Sorry for the grey background, but that was because I was too damn lazy to erase the shadows.
Going back to black again, and lots of sheer pieces. That's the key to my heart. The round glasses look awesome as well, though I don't think they would on me.

Leather, pleather (who cares, all the same to me), sheerness. Do I need to say more? I so need to have some of those loose, sheer leggings (photo in the center).

This collection made me so happy. You see, even some bold colors! I think the skirts may be DIYable. It's going on my list, together with the model's abs.

And yet another collection that you've probably already seen. This is just gorgeous for the shapes, the simplicity, the colors, the unexpected little details.

I really have to get rich.

photos: style.com

SIGH.

2009-06-17T21:15:00.002+02:00

I need some motivation. Testweek is coming up and well, I really lack motivation. I've had it. I'tired. I don't want to.
Maybe I should go to bed early.

H&M dress, vintage belt, H&M tights, vintage shoes.

PROTECTION IS POWER.

2009-06-15T23:32:00.002+02:00

I don't think I have anything interesting to tell. Went to school, got home, did homework (yes I did!) and went out to dinner with some friends.
Dinner was lovely. Hadn't seen them in quite some time. So it was good catching up.
When I rode back home I witnessed some kind of scary accident. I saw a car, lying upside down, glass everywhere. Not such a pretty sight. I don't like accidents.

Oh man. I forgot to pull down the waistband of the tights, so this is the effect. Not so pretty.

H&M aids body (by Roisin Murphy), Soho bra, H&M shorts, H&M tights, customized vintage shoes.

A close up of the shoes. I glued some sequins on the heels. I think it really brings back some life. It was this or throwing them away because the heels were ruined. But I liked them so much I didn't want to part with them.

Time to go to bed. I'm starting to fall asleep.

THE BUSY LIFE.

2009-06-14T00:27:00.002+02:00

I spent a lot of money, friday. Or well, not really alot, but it is when you're just a poor student. I wanted to buy some shoes, ended up buying none (that is because I ran out of time before I even got to the shoes, my dad could only park his car for 1 1/2 hours).
I bought some great basics, that were pretty cheap at H&M.
I bought the black oversized top I was wearing today, I bought that one in white as well. Bought another basic white tee (only €2, so I really couldn't resist), bought the Roisin Murphy body for H&M, a LBD and 2 opaque tights. I really need to go back for some shoes, when I got some more time.
Going thrifting next saturday, so I hope I'll find some cool stuff.

H&M oversized tee, Vero Moda scarf, Warehouse blazer, DIY leggings, vintage booties.

I don't know if you already spotted it, but I also bought a remote for my camera. Going to buy a new lens as well, they were out of stock, last friday. Going to buy the 55-200.

As for today, I really had a busy day. Got up at 6,30 AM to finish a gift (2 costumized leggings, was in such a hurry, so couldn't take pictures. I hope she will send some to me when she wears them, cause I'm quite curious to see how they look), had to go to work at 7,30. Finished work at 13.00, went home, changed clothes, wrapped the gifts and went to a party of my friend. At 16,30 my dad picked me up and we drove to my aunt&uncle's house. They were throwing a party because they've been married for 40 years. Came home at 23.00 (or something).
That's why the photos don't have natural lighting, it was gone when I got home!

I guess this is a better photo of the DIY leggings. They've got studded knee patches.

I'm going to bed now, have to get up early tomorrow, because of a photography assignment/photoshoot. And after that I have to go to work (again). How lovely my life is.
I just have to keep reminding myself of the shoes that I can buy if I go to work, and the shoes I can't buy when I won't go to work. That seems to do the trick.

Cheerio!

LET THE RAIN FALL DOWN.

2009-06-12T00:22:00.004+02:00

I actually wore a new DIY project. Unfortunately I live in the Netherlands. That means lots and lots of rain. Yes, seriously, on june 11th. It has been raining all week, actually. It's not making me happy at all. Because I got home soaking wet. And I'm not exaggerating. I don't know why non-Europeans think riding a bike is cool (okay, I'll admit, it's pretty damn cool and most of all very easy).

Since I had to go to the birthday of the girl next door (that sounds wrong, but she turned 9 today, so damn you if you have girl next door thoughts) I had to change. I chose something simple, something very comfortable. I had a busy day, today. Had to choose which photos I want to exhibit. That was a tough call, but I finally ordered the prints. I'll take my camera with me to the exhibition, so I can show you the result. I'm pretty curious myself, shitting my pants actually.

The clothes that I wore this morning/afternoon before the rain started coming down are still drying as we speak. Unbelievable, but I think I'll wear it tomorrow, but I'm not sure.

On a different note: Don't you think that belt is gorgeous? I do. It used to be my mom's. I wear it all the time, it makes every outfit so much more fashionable.

H&M longsleeve, vintage belt, Pilot top worn as skirt, leggings.

I'm going to DIY some more tomorrow!

ON A QUICK NOTE.

2009-06-10T22:35:00.002+02:00

I hate the photos I took today. But it's better than nothing. Especially because I had only 10 minutes to take them. (And that includes cycling to the location shown below).
I had a lovely day today! I went bowling with some friends I hadn't seen for too long. Afterwards we decided we weren't in the mood for cooking so we went to a restaurant. Had a lovely lasagna vegetariana. Afterwards we played risk, and they totally killed me ofcourse.

H&M longsleeve, vintage blouse worn as skirt, leggings, boots (can't remember where I got them from).

I promise to take better photos tomorrow. And write a more interesting post.

I'M BRINGING SEXY BACK

2009-06-09T22:52:00.002+02:00

Start the drumrolls please!
Here's the DIY project I know you've all been waiting for.

It's just too simple for words. Just cut some holes in a shirt and sew some fabric on the inside. Look how cool it is!
Got loads in compliments on it. Some dull "hey, you've got holes in your longsleeve"-comments as well, but not as many. I just really love it. I have to machine stitch them once, though, because the handstitches aren't holding too well with the sheer fabric.

Back to the part where I was ranting about the "you've got holes in your shirt"-comments. I hate it when people make comments when you're not wearing your ordinary jeans and tee. Don't you just hate that? Come on people, it just boring to look like every other person on the planet.

wearing: DIY top, Bijenkorf bra, H&M skirt, grandpa's hat.

P.s. I don't know if you can tell, but the lace bra looks so good with this top!

NEVER THOUGHT I'D LOVE GEOMETRIES.

2009-06-08T20:16:00.003+02:00

Today was just another, somewhat boring, day. Or at least, school was pretty boring. You'd think that my teachers would actually have something to teach us, but we're just doing nothing in stead. Wasted time.

When I got home I started a new DIY project to cheer myself up. Here's a little hint: Longsleeve, holes, sheer fabric. Don't you think that sounds fabulous?

There are also going to be some tights DIYs in the near future.

Photo from complexgeometries.myshopify.com

I've been lusting, drooling actually, after a complex geometries top. It's so dynamic. A classic for sure. A must have. Too bad I must have a lot of money on my bank account to purchase one. Dream on, Rachel. Maybe one day.
I wouldn't mind getting these as a gift though (hint hint, any rich readers?)

Zu elements dress, H&M tights, H&M top, customized vintage booties. And a lot of old necklaces.

Time to finish my homework now and maybe finishing my DIY project. (It doesn't take long to know that it's probably the other way around: 'Time to finish my DIY project en maybe finishing my homework')

THE DAY I GOT ATTACKED

2009-06-07T20:50:00.005+02:00

I've been in the mood for DIYing lately. But the thing is, I give priority to DIY in stead of doing homework and such. That's not good, or at least, that's what some think. Me on the other hand, I think it's way more important to do what I like than doing maths homework (or actually any form of homework).

The top I'm wearing is one of my less time consuming DIY's. But just look at it! It really adds something.Esprit jacket, DIY top, vintage belt, top worn as skirt, leggings, and I can't remember where the boots are from.

Now, about the title. This is what happened:
I was taking these photos, you know, standing very close to some sort of plant thingy. Little did I know that there was a nest hidden behind the green. And at the exact time the timer went of a birds flew out of it and scared the hell out of me.
This is the result:
It's okay to laugh. It made me laugh out loud as well.

It's time to do some sketches for school now and then go to sleep.

Au revoir.

UNDER THE WEATHER

2009-06-06T16:08:00.004+02:00

For some reason I always seem to be the only one who appreciates the "bad" weather. Well, I rather have overcast skies and not so high temperatures then heatwaves.
Heatwaves do me no good, I always feel like roasted chicken. Yes, this is the part where you should be imagining a running chicken that's on fire.
Get it?
Well, that's how I feel during summer.

The few days of sunshine we had were fine, but I just couldn't figure out what to wear. I guess I'm just all about layering. It may has to do with my short hair complex. Not that I hate it, I like it during the winter, but summers are for long hair. You know, that hair has to compensate the lack of layers.

Supportshirt by Aziz, H&M XXL knit, vintage belt, H&M jeans.

Thank God only one week until I can shop again.

BEDTIME STORY

2009-06-06T02:07:00.003+02:00

This is just a quick post. I could write a lot, I could write a whole book. The only thing is that I really don't want to at this time.
It's 2:11 AM and I can't wait to hear the lovely sound of my alarm tomorrow morning at 6.30 AM. I feel sorry for myself.

I thought I looked kind of cute in that photo. Don't you think? It took me ages to get a photo that was sort of decent. But hey, what do you expect when you had to do it with a ghetto tripod and no remote.

Zara top ; vintage necklace ; Warehouse jacket ; vintage belt ; top worn as skirt ; H&M tights.

Well, it's time to say goodnight.

THIS IS THE BEGINNING

2009-06-04T20:24:00.008+02:00

To be honest, I never know how to start. And well, that clearly is a huge problem if you want to start something.
Here's what I did: I took a deep breath and just thought 'what the heck'. If only everything would be that simple.

H&M Jumper ; Vintage shoes ; DIY top.
Can't remember where I've got the leggings from.

I cut off the boots because they didn't fit well around my calves anyway.

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