“Never underestimate the power of a woman" ~ & of the right lipstick!

“never underestimate the power of a woman!”: this quote was hanging at my english teacher’s office & since the age of 15 it has stuck in my head {plus it has been witfully used a couple of moments, here & there!}

march is the month that is very much related with celebrating women’s power {since on the 8th march we celebrate the international women’s day} & we could not resist promoting the new elisabeth arden’s campaign of #TogetherWeMarchOn, & reese witherspoon’s limited edition red signature lipstick! 

the color is amazing, the message is powerful & 100% of the proceeds will go to UN Women, a global champion for women and girls; of gender equality and women empowerment !

check it out!

my favourite winter destination

since 2007 I have been visiting this place almost every year... &, although I am not a ski fan, I learned not only to love this tiny Austrian village, but also to look forward to my next visit!
Lech am Arlberg is a small "winter" wonderland! & it is an ideal destination for a short or a longer winter break!

{courtesy of Almhof Schneider}

where to stay:
Almhof Schneider: for a 5 stars & beyond experience
Kristiania: for a luxurious vibe

where to eat:
Schneggarei: nice & simple
Aelpele: amazing food in the middle of nowhere

{courtesy of Kristiania}

indulging in skiing fashion ~ racysuits

totally fresh suits, to be enjoyed not only at the slopes but to wherever your heart beats for fun!

and as it goes: "when the love of fun can no longer be contained in the soul and must be worn on the skin!"

buy the full collection of th amazing racysuits  & follow the trend @their amazing insta!

indulge in skiing fashion ~ Cordova

today winter olympic games 2018 opened, so we thought we should indulge in some delicious skiing fashion!

first stop, Cordova! their mission:

"at Cordova, we believe that life is about seeking paramount beauty and adventure. our craft is designing tailored ski and après ski apparel for women who boldly seek altitude, delight in the thrill of the descent and relish in mountain leisure without sacrificing style and glamour. our designs are reflections of the women who wear them - inspired, timeless, confident and alluring."

ballet beautiful

have you heard of Mary Helen Bowers?

she personally trained Natalie Portman for her Award winning role in Black Swan. Mary Helen joined the New York City Ballet at the age of 16. after spending 10 years dancing with NYCB, she founded Ballet Beautiful. if you are into ballet like me, you will fall in love with these Ballet Beautiful trainings. as I am not in New York, I can choose either the online Custom Workout subscription or the streaming videos. or, if you prefer something more traditional, you can always buy one of the DVDs.

take a look!

aren't you hooked yet?

cph fw aw 2018 ~ street style

..and here are our favourites:

all pictures courtesy of copenhagenfashionweek

lethargic Sundays

is it just me or do we usually spend January weekends at home? the festive season is over & I feel that we all need some time to stay still & relax... not that many get-togethers, no drinks with friends, no late dinners... just cosy outfits, slippers, sitting comfortable on the sofa, watching series... & why not, trying face masks!

I spent a couple of days at the beginning of December is Seoul & couldn't help but notice the amazing, glowing skin of all the Korean girls around me. what is their secret? face masks!!! apparently, they use one per day, that's why you can easily get them in packages of 20. & they are so affordable!

{by Innis Free}

{by The Face Shop}

{by Tony Moly}

{by Skin Food}

and the color of the year is...

ultra violet {18-3838}

confused? well, you might have heard before that pantone decides every year "the color of the year". in their own words:

"the Color of the Year is one moment in time that provides strategic direction for the world of trend and design. In fact, Color of the Year is a culmination of the Pantone Color Institute’s year round work forecasting trends and developing color palettes for our clients."

and for 2018 the chosen color is:

and of course the color comes with each own relative description:

"The Pantone Color of the Year 2018, PANTONE 18-3838 Ultra Violet, is a dramatically provocative and thoughtful purple shade. It communicates originality, ingenuity, and the visionary thinking we are seeking to create a meaningful direction for our future. Complex and contemplative, Ultra Violet suggests the mysteries of the cosmos, the intrigue of what lies ahead, and the discoveries beyond where we are now. The vast and limitless night sky is symbolic of what is possible and continues to inspire the desire to pursue a world beyond our own.

Enigmatic purples have also long been symbolic of counterculture, unconventionality, and artistic brilliance. Musical icons Prince, David Bowie, and Jimi Hendrix brought shades of Ultra Violet to the forefront of western pop culture as personal expressions of individuality. Nuanced and full of emotion, the depth of PANTONE 18-3838 Ultra Violet symbolizes experimentation and non-conformity, spurring individuals to imagine their unique mark on the world, and push boundaries through creative outlets.

Historically, there has been a mystical or spiritual quality attached to Ultra Violet. The color is often associated with mindfulness practices, which offer a higher ground to those seeking refuge from today’s over-stimulated world. The use of purple-toned lighting in meditation spaces and other gathering places energizes the communities that gather there and inspire connection."

and if you are sitting thinking... what was really the color for the year that just past, have a look on the most recent years {excitemelove's favorite: 2016!!}

flashback to Christmas

Christmas was almost a month ago but it was only this morning that I found the time to start undecorating our apartment! I guess it's never too late, right? I always feel some kind of melancholy when the festive season is over, so, I try to delay the process of removing the Christmas ornaments as long as possible, but, this year I have to admit I overdid it!

while wrapping all this delicate stuff and putting it back to its boxes and up to the attic to be ready for next year, I spent a couple of minutes looking at the Christmas deco I bought this year. we somehow turned this into our family tradition; every year we buy something new that adds up to our Christmas collection. here is this year's "discovery"...

together with the Three Kings bearing gifts, I discovered Patience Brewster! what an amazing collection! all these unique figures.... I fell in love with the "12 days of Christmas" figures! I sing along while uploading the photos below...

{two turtle doves}

{six geese a laying}

{eight maids a milking}

{ten pipers piping}

{eleven ladies dancing}

la maitresse~ by konplott

"every day has its moment, every mood its radiance" is Miranda Konstantinidou's motto; & she is one of our favorite jewelry designers for almost 20 years ! {her original jewlery brand is Konplott}

bracelet, earrings & necklace ~  Konplott collection "la maitresse" 

you can read a bit more about the Konplott story and their exclusive  handmade production in Cebu, Phillipines, here. 

are you ready to be blown away?

the question is not whether we can afford the phenomenal clothes of Colombian-based Johanna Ortiz, but where & when in our daily lives could we pull such an outfit? nonetheless, no harm in dreaming...it is january, it is cold, we definitely need some breathtaking inspiration!

sit back & enjoy

{source: johanna ortiz fall 2017 // check all collections!!}

{resort 2018}