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summer picks

Since summer finally arrived I can’t stop thinking about my upcoming trip to Portugal (okay, it’s only in two months but I can not wait!). I’ve made a list of my summer necessities..

Something white. A white, slightly sheer blouse does everything. I always try to travel with hand luggage only so choosing versatile pieces is key.

Something short. Needless to say anything. It’s a necessity.

Something bold. I tend to under-accessorize during summer, but one statement piece really makes a difference. Found this amazing plexi cuff here.

Something waterproof. Again – versatility. Plus a sense of humor and nostalgia. Get them here.

Something tropical. And revealing. Via Miss Selfridge.Something cool. And protective. These are perfection in my opinion. Via Gargyle.

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today’s nails

I have purchased yet another nail polish: It’s called flamingo and I got it at H&M. I still can’t get enough of glitter.

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What a fabulous biker jacket I now own. The cute detail in the back and the quilted parts really make it stand out and the leather is so soft. Unfortunately, I can’t really wear it with it being 30°C outside, but the time will come.
I’m wearing: Sunglasses from Urban Outfitters, jacket courtesy of I Don’t Like Mondays and Fashiolista (thanks again!), dress from Weekday, H&M sandals and Monki Clutch.

Photos by Hendrik Jung

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May 25, 2012

new in

It’s finally here! The jacket I won from I Don’t Like Mondays a few weeks ago finally arrived.. at the customs office. I went there this morning and had to learn that there really is no such thing as a free lunch. Apparently, even a prize has its price. Still. I got an amazing leather jacket for 17,5% of its actual price, so I can’t really complaint. I’ll post a photo of me in it as soon as I can.

Another recent addition to my closet is this wonderful clutch from Muji. Technically, it’s a pencil case, but where is the fun in that? I’m in need of a new wallet, mine is slowly falling apart. Inside the purse: Glasses from ASOS, L’Oréal 4D Mascara, Vaseline, wallet from the flea market.

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May 22, 2012

Therapy

This is the new Prada short film by Roman Polanski starring Helena Bonham Carter and Ben Kingsley. The two brilliant actors take the roles of a psychoanalyst and his rich, very chic patient (of course dressed in Prada). Absolutely worth watching!

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May 21, 2012

Yes to Camo!

I guess it’s only natural in the cycle of fashion that this pattern is coming back. After years of designers being influenced by everything military, camouflage is creeping back into the pages of style blogs and onto the streets, promoted by Carine Roitfeld and Columbine Smille among others. I’ve never really disliked this pattern. I owned camouflage pants when I was 12 and adored them.
It’s one of those patterns people swear they’ll never wear – which they probably will at some point. I feel that way about leopard print by the way, I’ve never owned anything leo. But never say never.
Also, for more than 2 years we’ve been seeing denim jackets everywhere and I need an alternative summer jacket.
I say: Yes to camouflage!

Images via Columbine and Helen Glory

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May 17, 2012

#8

The other day my friend the talented photographer Volker Conradus (who has an amazing personal style by the way) invited me for a spontaneous photo shoot. I recently purchased a pleated pleather skirt at H&M (the material looks very authentic I must say!) and wanted to have it photographed. I think it’s one of the best garments I bought this year. I styled it with a silver sweater from H&M and Nelly heels. I’m not a model as you can see from the poses but I had fun and I think the photos turned out to be pretty cool, no?

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May 17, 2012

heia norge!

Today is may 17th, the Norwegian constitution day. On the picture you can see my last time celebrating this day in Norway back in 1995 at my aunt’s house in Oslo.

If you want to see how the norwegians celebrate their national holiday and how they celebrate their high school graduation, watch this episode of Dexpedition (Seriously, watch it)..
http://blip.tv/dexpedition/dexpedition-episode-4-oslo-5856812
These guys are hysterical!

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