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Glitter, Glamour, Gorgeous

Glitter Glamour Gorgeous

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It’s the most glamorous month of the year, and everything normally considered “over the top” or “too much” is not only appreciated, it’s a must. When you hear the first tunes of Mariah Carey yodeling to the jingling sound of bells it’s time to run and undust the sequin dresses, polish the über-big jewellery and put any modesty on hold: it’s December for glamour’s sake!

I personally can’t wait to hear my family laugh and sqeak when I start my annual competition to outshine the christmas tree, as a sucker for sparkles, I can’t wait to have a decent reason to look like a discoball on acid. So, just to get me in the mood I decorated a little today, popped some champagne in advance (glistening fluid: my best, where have you been for so long), and threw myself a little pre-christmas party, with the best attendees ever! Well, to me that looks all gorgeous. Bring on Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is Youuuuuuuuu”. And by that I mean at least one more pair of glittering heels!

xxx

Today’s shoes are Jimmy Choo, Relish, Graceland, Zara
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Oh Happy Day

Oh Happy Day

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It has been a beautiful, beautiful summer so far with loads of cheerful events and possibilities to drag out the fancy wardrobe, the most glamorous (aka impossible to wear) heels, blowing all remaining budget for facials, hairdressers and spray tans to look fabulous and: celebrating your heart out.

After months of planning and anticipation our mates Kim&Alex finally got hitched: my very first dutch wedding to attend. And what a day it was. Such a magic location, such a wonderful bride and groom (am still in awe about the blue laces all the guys wore: a new trend???), so many lovely people, so much love in the air, and well.... such a heavy bout of rain as well. I guess also the sky had to pay tribute squeezing out that little tear which we all had in our eyes.

After all that heavy partying, dancing, toasting and cheering, you will understand that some rest is needed. With beautiful memories in mind, I am off for a (heel) retreat aka well deserved holiday aka to hell with the inches and HELLO shabby T’s, bikini and Flip Flops.
Toedelidokie!

xxx

Today’s shoes are Stuart Weitzman (me) and Nina Fiarucci (the bride).

This post is dedicated to the lovely freshly baked Mr. and Mrs. Floor-Vrielink.
Thank’s for a wonderful experience!

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It’s a Jungle Out There

It's A Jungle Out There

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Must be very careful when reviewing books concerning fancy ladies who describe their life, even when "Stilettos" are mentioned on the cover. After all, you never know, own blog might turn into something similar one day.. So when friend handed me "The Shaman in Stilettos", I naturally proceeded with caution. Although the subtitle "From life crisis to inner peace, with a touch of glamour along the way" did raise a red flag (only a touch of glamour? Wrong immediately.), I could appreciate the gesture (something with heels, how nice!). Must confess: haven't read a single page yet. See, I have a slight aversion against "self help" literature. Sure, read "Eat Pray Love" but it only left me loving food more, eating twice as much and praying to lose all the gained weight afterwards (please!). Besides, definitely can't afford a trip to the Amazon and having an affair with a Shaman (Hello? Have BF!) to find some inner peace right now.

But there's surely some truth to it: life is a jungle (loads of spiders, snakes and traps included) and guidelines and inspiration are very much needed. It is possible to go on an incredible journey and conquer the world. And of course you put on your high heels, as you simply have a better overview from 10 inches or higher. A story that's probably better written by your own experience than just another book.Tsktsk, a touch of glamour.....

xxx

Today's shoes are Di Valentini

Live from the Red Carpet

Live from the Red Carpet

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You must all know by now that a) I can’t sleep when boyfriend is not around, and b) would stay up all night anyway to watch Hollywood going wild on any red carpet: LIVE.

So the timing of the Emmys is perfect this year as it coincides with BF being in Cape Town. Do something useful during your insomnia right?: So I am watching.

LOVE watching all these actors and actresses nobody knows passing by in gowns by designers nobody cares about (Oh, that’s mean, but hey: it’s not the Oscars yet right?), but one thing in particular caught my attention. The - Wawaoom - “ManiCam”.
Well, E! is famous for inventing new stuff bringing every detail exclusively to our living room: “360 GlamCam” is just an example, and of course: the Stilletto Cam (which I obviously can’t get enough of).

But a “ManiCam”? Ergh... What’s next, the PediCam? The PubieCam? I know for sure that there are some wicked cuts out there...

Oh guys, can we just stick to dresses, jewellery, clutches and heels please?
It’s just r.i.d.i.c.u.l.o.u.s.

xxx

Today’s shoes are... well wait: my pedicure is by PartyStickers. SO much more interesting. Not.

The day after Paris

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Due to overly hectic schedule (so much to do so little time) cozy evenings with friends are rare but highly appreciated when they do happen. Yesterday we managed to meet our dear friends Connie and Daan at a very posh sushi restaurant. Also a very welcome opportunity to dress up and feel fabulous.

Connie was wearing a stunning glittery ensemble, looking like a burlesque dancer right out of the 20’s and I rocked my new peach chiffon full length skirt,


Utterly flattered that people in the restaurant seemed to be staring at us (must have been our glamorous outfits and elegant appearance) whispers and frantic use of their electronic devices included, I almost choked on my seaweed salad (very green, very delicious).
Turns out it wasn’t us causing the stir but famous duo Paris (Hilton) and Afro (Jack) dining in the same establishment. Paris in jeans!

Could have sworn though that my attempt to at least charm everyone with a bright smile and swinging skirt as I headed for the bathroom (must admit that I went after Paris and was tempted for a second to dismantle the toilet seat she had sat on to sell it on eBay) totally worked since everyone seemed very amused.

It wasn’t until the very end of the night (on exactly that toilet) that I discovered that I was sporting virtually the whole seaweed salad between my teeth and a big soy sauce stain on my peach bum.


Have decided to hide at home today and punish myself by wearing flats and cleaning up my closet (must find jeans). 

xxx

Today’s shoes are CUBE