A never ending love story // Vegan goes Fashion
| April 2012 | Posted by Kati under DESIGN, DESIRE |
One year has passed since I try to practice veganism. It’s never been really tough and there have only been a few moments where I fight steak appetite vs. tofu pleasure. However I would rather call myself a dietary vegan with an tendency to environmental veganism than a strict ethical vegan. This is probably due to the fact that I love leather shoes and bags, my cashmere scarf from Nepal and my silk dresses from India. There are just way too many beautiful design & fashion products of which most are made of animal products. Restricting myself to vegan fashion would men that there are no nice things left, right? Right? NO! While dealing with the if-at-all’s and how’s of converting to a 100% vegan lifestyle I came across many wonderful products.
A picturesque find // Ben Toms photography
| Februar 2012 | Posted by Kati under DESIGN, INSPIRATION |
Why do I love Ben Toms’ photography? His work is always so elegantly pure and dramatically textured at the same time. The lightening is beautiful and makes every shot look fragile. Gorgeous!
Out of the blue I feel … // … Ice Ice Baby
| Februar 2012 | Posted by Kati under DESIGN, INSPIRATION |
Are you also feeling blue about this weather with temperatures similar to the Arctic and too much snow that I personally can’t stand wearing my winter boots any longer. Well, let me brighten up your mood as there is some magic to the wide white winter landscape: the spectrum of wonderful blue shades.
And why is ice blue? I don’t care as long as it’s pretty.
From left to right, top to bottom: Lexon Radio via Vincent2.com.au,
Cappellini Armchair via Corporate Culture,
KitchenAid via Amazon, Pop Nail Glam via Asos
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capture interiors and lifestyle scenes. Brilliant!
2012 & the Golden Age // The glitter must go on…
| Januar 2012 | Posted by Kati under INSPIRATION |
It already seems like ages ago that everybody got all fancy and glittery for New Year’s Eve. As I couldn’t resist the little black dress that night I have to catch up with the golden times now. And as I fancy everything that sparkles anyway I might just make it a resolution to brighten up my day with little golden accessories every now and then in 2012. So this week I’m brightening my inspiration with some neat ideas.
Cookies in Ivory and Gold by Amber Spiegel via Etsy // Miu Miu Satin pumps via NET-A-PORTER
Stardust Glitter E-Reader case via Juicy Couture // Back with pink wall via Martine Chaisson
At home with Justin Thornton and Thea Bregazzi by British Vogue via Trendland // Silk scarf via Hermès
Oh my deer // Rudolf different than usual
| Dezember 2011 | Posted by Kati under DESIGN |
Reindeer-theme is the name of the game this week. Somehow freezing days and white landscapes always remind me of our Swedish darling from Lapland. Antlers and black button eyes have lately become a favorite and I have added some de[e]r findings to my collection.
Deer-inspired cottage kitchen via Mix and Chic
Antler Heads via Pedlars.co.uk
Humor Deer Jumper via Asos
Contempo hadbag via Amazon
Her Curious Nature hairband via Asos
Dictionary book art prints via Etsy
Cardboard Safari via Fashion-Conscience.com
Cranberry red // The color for a festive mood
| Dezember 2011 | Posted by Kati under DESIGN, DESIRE, HANDMADE |
As the days are getting shorter and the nights are reaching freezing, I am in good spirits for some color. I am not only talking about home decoration or clothes but I want to sink into a world of deep, warm, delicious cranberry red. I didn’t realize until now that I love this color so much. Speaking of delicious, the recipe of smitten kitchen inspires me to eat at least one colorful reddish food a day until Christmas. How does Warm Beetroot & Quinoa Tabbouleh sound to you?
Amazing textiles via Rie Elsie Larson
Felted Red Necklace via Etsy
Merry Cranberry Margaritas via my recipes
JETTE True Romance High Heel Pumps via Javari
Cranberry syrup & almond cake via Smitten Kitchen
Knot basket via Alder & Co
We love Stella & Dot // A must-have love
| Oktober 2011 | Posted by Kati under DESIGN |
Stella & Dot stands for inspirational accessories. The jewelry and handbags are simply amazing but more important they are wearable, versatile and irresistible.
Here are my favorite pieces. I am loving the bee brooch.
Pumpkin Spirit // The orange joy of autumn
| Oktober 2011 | Posted by Kati under DESIRE, HANDMADE |
My favorite time of the year has finally come and I merged right into its colorful, delicious and cozy atmosphere. Completely ignoring the first signs of retail Christmas I decided that there are so many more seasons that need to be properly celebrated. From must-have to diy, here are my faves of the pumpkin season.
1 Must-Have: Chie Mihara via Javari.de
2 Next week’s To-Do: Fabric pumpkin tutorial via Thompson Family-Life
3 For my best friend: Pumpkin Necklace via Etsy.com
4 Already in my bathroom: Spiced Pumpkin Bath & Shower Gel via The Body Shop
5 Just for myself: Pumpkin Pie Milkshake Recipe via A Beautiful Mess
6 For a bright start into the day: Starbucks Pumkin Spiced Latte via Starbucks.com
7 Love it: GABS Bag via Javari.de
For Guys Only // Geschenkideen für coole Jungs
| Juli 2011 | Posted by Kati under DESIGN |
Manchmal kann es ganz schön schwer sein das passende Geschenk für die Männerwelt zu finden. Sei es nun zum Vatertag, der Einweihungsparty eines Kumpels oder dem Geburtstag des Freundes. Dabei ist es letzendlich doch so einfach, super Geschenke für coole Typen zu finden.
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Sometimes it can be quite difficult to find a great gift for the guys in your life. It doesn’t matter if this is for Father’s Day, a housewarming party for a friend or your boyfriend’s birthday, it can be tough. Luckily, at the same time it can be so easy to find an awesome present for cool fellows.
Ohoy Wallpaper via Fine Little Shop
Data Redux Vintage via WAITING FOR THE SUN
Masking Tape via Felt and Wire Shop
Typographic Calender via Felt and Wire Shop
Periodic Table Of Typefaces via Felt and Wire Shop
Whale Print via Felt and Wire Shop
LED Desk Lamp via spartan
Panama Hat via panamas.co.uk
Leather Bag via hard graft
Color me Jen Hsieh // Gute-Laune Illustrationen
| Juli 2011 | Posted by Kati under DESIGN |
Die Illustrationen von Jen Hsieh sind mir gleich aufgrund der Farbenkraft aufgefallen. Neben den knalligen Tönen, sind vor allem auch die Gesichter ein Highlight. Zusätzlich zu alltäglichen Themen und Familien Situation, kommen häufig auch Fashion Szenen in ihrem Portfolio vor.
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The illustrations of Jen Hsieh caught my attention immediately because of the intensity of color. Despite the bright shades, the faces are a real highlight, too. In addition to daily life scenes and family situation, the subject matters also include fashion topics.
