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Strawberry milk & Mint

Wed, 16 May 2012 17:02:58 +0200

There is something delicious about the color combination featured by the lovely Jessica over on Westmount Fashionista. A drop of strawberry syrup in a fresh glass of milk, chocolate chip and mint ice-cream, there’s something about these delicious summery treats in this outfit. Get inspired with her Summer Colors post.

Julia Child - a chocolate mousse

Wed, 16 May 2012 16:56:34 +0200

Homemade mousse? Yes, please! And since it’s a Mastering the Art of French Cooking by Julia Child recipe it’s got to be a winner! One thing’s for sure, Rachel from the blog Baked by Rachel sure makes it look mouth watering: the recipe.

Dupe

Mon, 14 May 2012 17:36:00 +0200

Can you tell the difference? The lovely Gia found a dupe for the Shy Girl MAC lipstick. Impressive! And quite the way to save your pennies! More details here: Dupe: MAC Shy Girl.

Baby Blue

Mon, 14 May 2012 17:33:59 +0200

After focusing on pastel pants, let’s jump to the other end of the color palette with bright blue leather pants. Blogging from Russia, We Inspire Us definitely inspires us to play more with color. Check out her Blue Leather with Gold Knit outfit.

Pastel on your legs

Fri, 11 May 2012 18:13:42 +0200

If pastels make you weak in the knees, this Spring-Summer 2012 is the time to dress your legs in coral, lilac, mint and other soft tones! Ready to rock the Pastel Pants? If uncertain, our guide is here to help.

In Print

Wed, 09 May 2012 18:24:34 +0200

The boldest of prints aren’t only trendy in your wardrobe this season. Arrows, dots, leopard and more are also taking the nail art world by storm. Check out the most creative ideas with our Printed Nails beauty guide.

Sea-ing coral

Mon, 07 May 2012 17:44:21 +0200

This Spring-Summer 2012 we will be seeing a lot of coral yet again. But, this season, it won’t be coral only but also it’s pastel variations. Think peachy tones. So much so that the trend this year isn’t really a coral wave but really more of a back and forth between bright corals and peachy coral. To get the idea, check out our Coral vs Peaches guide.

Budding trends

Thu, 03 May 2012 16:17:52 +0200

Coral skinny jeans and a peplum top, Melissa (mediamarmalade) is one stylish blogger! Check out her latest outfit choice combining two budding Spring-Summer 2012 trends!

A slice of sun

Wed, 02 May 2012 12:24:10 +0200

Don’t know if the sun is shining where you live but in downtown Paris it feels more like Autumn than Spring today. So, when the sun isn’t shining in the sky the only thing we can think of is a slice of sun in your plate! Check out Two Peas & Their Pod delicious Key Lime Tart recipe!

Gold rush & Navajo

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:12:12 +0200

We love everything about this detail picture of Jennifer’s latest outfit choice over on Hummingbird Girls. Shoes of gold, a Navajo print bag and colored tights: the perfect combination!

Edgy Roses

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 14:47:29 +0200

A very pretty DIY over on I Love Crafty : a Studs and Roses Headband, perfect to add an edge to a Spring floral outfit!

Scallops anyone?

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 18:05:54 +0200

The fashion world doesn’t seize to surprise us, after Ancient greece and its peplum, we are now introducing the “scallops” trend, or scalloped details: a collar, a skirt, a dress or a top, this cut will adorn many of the Spring-Summer 2012 key pieces. Learn more about the scallop mania with our “Lady Scallop” fashion guide.

Peplum up the volume!

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:50:00 +0200

A peplum top or peplum dress are one of the key statement pieces to have in your closet this Spring-Summer 2012. So, are you ready to channel your inner Ancient greece beauty? Check out our Peplum Pretty guide to find out.

strawBErry HAPPY

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 16:20:00 +0200

‘tis the season to enjoy strawberries! Here’s some delicious inspiration, courtesy of the most talented foodie bloggers out there. Check out our Strawberry treats forever recipes guide.

Are you a mullet kind of girl?

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:20:31 +0200

We have to give it to whoever came up with the phrase “mullet skirt”, this is probably the funniest fashion expression ever! What makes it all the more funny is that it actually depicts a trend which is pretty romantic and girly, the opposite of a real life mullet if you like. Also called “fishtail skirt” “high low skirt”, “dip-hem skirt”, or more prosaically “asymmetrical skirt” have a look at our Fashion Guide and you’ll probably find that you are a mullet kind of girl in the end ;)

Plum-pie

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 16:52:25 +0200

What better comfort food to start the week than a homemade pie? And if the pie in question is also a cheesecake you find yourself saying “cheeeese” right? Head over to MyBeautifulAir for a delicious Plum Pistachio Cheesecake recipe!

No Impact Woman

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 17:27:00 +0200

Green day is approaching, no we are not thinking about the band, but Earth Day (April 22nd, 2012)! The spirit? Why not make a party of it! In that respect, here’s an inspirational guide that makes sensible and green living all about fun. Promise!

PS : No Impact Woman is of course a play on words alluding to No Impact Man, the one and only Colin Beavan

Photo credit : Sheepy Me

You've got mail

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 12:04:24 +0200

We loved this infographic by Wendy MacNaughton so much we had to share! Thank you Automatism blog for featuring it and making us Smile!

Strawberry Oh Oui!

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 11:04:29 +0200

A stunning dessert idea, perfect to enjoy the first strawberries of the season! Pretty Strawberry Puff Pastry Roses courtesy of Tanja’s Cooking Corner.

A pretty bun & Essie nails

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:40:00 +0200

One of our blog crushes of late? The adorable Freckled Italian. Check out her latest What I Wore post, classic and effortless at the same time. We love the contrast between a pretty classic Hollywood bun and the bold turquoise Essie nails!