planning for cold
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It is no secret to those who know me that I have a few issues with the cold (ok, more than a few). Basically my body was just not made to handle anything below 21 degrees Celsius - which is great when you live in the Caribbean, but a little less great when traveling to Europe (honestly I have no clue how I survived 7 years (7 winters!!) in Europe......I suppose it was all those beautiful gloves and scarfs that got me through the pain). I do love the accessories, the coats, and all the beauty that comes with cuddling up to keep warm and so, this week, I have been meticulously going through my closet, picking out beautiful sweaters, detailed gloves and rain boots. I ordered a lovely white trench and had my scarfs dry-cleaned. So I think I am ready for this trip - umbrella packed and all.
It seems that Spring is not quite in the air yet - although compared to last months' weather (yes I have been monitoring it for a while now) was significantly worse. So I am grateful for any temperature above 10. I also took a photography course (need to practice
While in St. Petersburg we will be attending Swan Lake at the Mariinsky Theatre and taking a boat tour through the canals of this splendid city. I so look forward to the fountains at Peterhof, the splendor of the Hermitage and the immensity of Tsarskoye Selo.
Before we visit Helsinki, Tallinn and all the other beauties of the North, we will be enjoying Amsterdam. My second home. A city marked by romantic canals, tulips and a great deal of family and friends. On our return to Amsterdam, after the cruise we will be visiting the newly renovated Rijksmuseum (I am sure a 10 year renovation is well worth the visit).
And so, as I prepare the final things (and Mr. D. smiles at my immense excitement), I will continue to hope the weather will miraculously improve ( I know, it is wishful thinking, it is even raining here in Curacao) and pack the final things for this unbelievable trip.
is it weekend yet?
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Looking forward to a weekend filled with cocktails, boating, a white party, champagne and loads of chic.
xx
Pris
hello monday
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Editorial photographed by signe vilsrup & styled by mie juel for elle denmark.
Happy Monday.
Have a great week.
Smile loads.
xx
Pris
once upon a time
helsinki
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A bit of day dreaming before the trip.
:)
A city of
the sea, Helsinki was built along a series of odd-shape peninsulas and
islands jutting into the Baltic coast along the Gulf of Finland. Streets
curve around bays, bridges reach to nearby islands, and ferries play
among offshore islands. Having grown dramatically since World War II,
Helsinki now absorbs over one-tenth of the Finnish population, and the
metropolitan area covers a total of 764 square km (474 square mi) and
315 islands. Most sights, hotels, and restaurants cluster on one
peninsula, forming a compact central hub. The greater Helsinki
metropolitan area, which includes Espoo and Vantaa, has a total
population of more than a million people. Helsinki is a meeting point of
eastern and western Europe, which is reflected in its cosmopolitan
image, the influx of Russians and Estonians, and a generally
multilingual population. Outdoor summer bars (terrassit as the locals call them) and cafés in the city center are perfect for people-watching on a summer afternoon.
(from Silverseas.com)
hello may
Image via The Simply Luxurious Life
May has arrived.
Absolutely wonderful.
We have many great things planned for this month.
Splendid.
Enjoy each moment.
xx
Pris
"Do more of what makes you happy"
-anon-
hello monday
happy friday
oelala
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photographed by tom craig for vogue russia
Absolutely love the sunglasses.
So incredibly chic.
colour me beautiful
happy friday
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Have a great weekend.
I am dreaming of Venice, beautiful tea cups and all that is absolutely chic and antique.
xx
Pris
hello monday
happy friday
interior inspiration
Via Pinterest
Loving the large table covered in books, the plants and that divine brown leather lounge chair.
Ah...gorgeous.
“The first rule that a geisha is taught, at the age of nine, is to be charming to other women...Every girl in the world should have geisha training.”
-Diana Vreeland-
hello monday
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Hello Monday
It is another bright sunny day on this paradise island.
We had a great weekend with the Curacao International Film Festival of Rotterdam and had the chance to see some great films.
Next month we'll be flying to Europe and I am already anticipating the cooler weather and all the lovely accessories that come with that (and all the flower stalls we will walk passed).
I hope you have a beautiful week.
Filled with smiles.
Filled with smiles.
xx
Pris
interior inspiration
hello monday
Images via Pinterest
Loving the bags in these images.
Happy Monday everyone.
Hope you had a great weekend and are ready for all the greatness this week will bring.
Look for all the is wonderful, exceptional and chic.
Be kind, understanding and open to amazing ideas.
I love this quote.
And some times I have to remind myself that determination is such an important aspect of....well...everything.
Thank you for visiting.
xx
Pris