tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16579550919696498062024-03-22T07:21:33.794+01:00Acorn and Rose Fashion, a royally inspired style blog for young professionals :: Elegant and afforable fashion for a professional look, inspired by the Duchess of Cambridge :: Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280766439454374147noreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1657955091969649806.post-38687952494960031872016-06-23T22:43:00.001+02:002016-06-23T22:44:41.545+02:00On Kate and that Valentino Dress at the EACH Gala <span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Yesterday Duchess Kate attended the EACH Gala diner in the blush Jenny Packham gown, a repeat from her first engagement as a royal in 2011. That dress is a breath taker, and so was the dress of the hostess, the <span style="background-color: white; color: #2e2d2d; line-height: 18px; text-align: justify;">Marchioness of Cholmondeley. What exactly was she wearing? This stunning embroidered gown from the Valentino 2016 Resort collection. </span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #2e2d2d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px; text-align: justify;">The whole collection is romantic, colourfol, and each item is very detailed with embroidery. The above gown is clearly inspired by classic landscapes, with a use of very rich colours which are all complementary. I dig it, I want it. </span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280766439454374147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1657955091969649806.post-60338290087751891312016-04-30T23:00:00.001+02:002016-04-30T23:24:23.313+02:00The Duchess in Vogue in collaboration with the National Portrait Gallery - UPDATED WITH REPLIKATES<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The British Vogue and the National Gallery have collaborated on a series of portraits of the Duchess of Cambridge, see the full article at the <a href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3567446/The-Duchess-Cambridge-appears-Vogue-mark-fashion-magazine-s-100th-anniversary-edition.html">Daily Mail</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The Duchess has been patron of the National Portrait Gallery, and visited the gallery in 2014 in a Jenny Packham gown.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">In the pictures, the Duchess is wearing a longsleeve with red and, what appears to be, navy stripes with a pocket detail. Furthermore, in the second picture she is wearing a country-style outfit. She is wearing a white blouse, a trench in </span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">suede material, and a felt hat. Below are some Repliklates: </span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: small;"><a href="https://www.jcrew.com/nl/womens_category/50offselectsalestyles/PRD~E4956/E4956.jsp?Nbrd=J&Nloc=en_NL&Nrpp=48&Npge=1&Ntrm=stripes+red&isSaleItem=false&color_name=BELVEDERE%20RED%20NAVY&isFromSearch=true&isNewSearch=true&hash=row0">J.Crew Striped Waffle Shirt, on sale for EUR 35,05</a><br /></span></td></tr>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280766439454374147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1657955091969649806.post-86099032731986780642016-04-26T17:32:00.000+02:002016-04-26T17:33:46.440+02:00About the place where I found the perfect Copykate - Gold Disc Charm Brora Earrings <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Today I have found the PERFECT copykate for the Gold disc earrings from Scottish brand Brora she wore in Bhutan. </div>
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We have seen this pair of earrings twice: first when the Duchess arrived to Bhutan, and second when she and William had a private dinner with the King and Queen of Bhutan. </div>
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And I happened to spot a pair of earrings that is an exact copy, I kid you not, of the top half of the Brora earrings. I found them at Hema, a Dutch warehouse that has stores in Belgium and France. Below is a picture of the earrings:</div>
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The best part is that they were only 3 Euros. Unfortunately, Hema does not sell any jewelry in their online shop. However. if you are interested in Dutch design, I recommend taking a look at their <a href="http://www.hema.nl/">shop</a>. Hema excels in creating afforable and durable utensils, clothing, and is a avid supporter of young up and coming designers. For more information, see the <a href="http://www.ddw.nl/">Dutch Design web page (in Dutch only)</a></div>
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The reason why I have moved from discussing earrings to Dutch design is that I feel Kate does a similar thing with her style - she chooses to dress in a certain way to promote initiatives in society that have a vision to create a more beautiful, better world.<br />
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I hope you enjoyed today's post, and I will be keeping an eye on the perfect Copykate item :) </div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280766439454374147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1657955091969649806.post-52585689265969091552016-04-24T22:46:00.001+02:002016-04-24T22:47:57.268+02:00Kate in a J.Crew Sweater - Items of the same Stripe <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="text-align: start;">For the new mental health campaign 'Heads Together', Kate, Harry, and William showed their support this Sunday morning. For more information about the charity and the involvement of the Duchess, see </span><a href="http://hrhduchesskate.blogspot.nl/2016/04/william-kate-and-harry-spearhead-new.html" style="text-align: start;">HRHDuchessKate</a><span style="text-align: start;">. </span><br style="text-align: start;" /><br style="text-align: start;" /><span style="text-align: start;">Kate wore a gorgeous striped sweater from </span><a href="https://www.jcrew.com/" style="text-align: start;">J.Crew</a><span style="text-align: start;">. Stripes are associated with nautical themes, and are classic, and easy to combine. These days, stripes are offered in a variety of colours too. Get inspired by checking out the items below: </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I personally love the striped umbrella, would def. brighten up some drizzly days. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">No Replikates today, because I think the print is no unique that no copy would do it any justice. The Duchess looked stunning, and I am looking forward to see her wearing this beautiful dress again. </span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The Duchess knows how to rock a variety of prints, as we have seen this week. I decided to dedicate a post on how to wear prints. I love prints, and these five rules will help you make the most of them. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>1. One print at the Time </b><br />Let's start off with the safest rule - if you opt for a dress with a print, stick to that one print. It focuses the attention on you, rather than the collection of items you are wearing. Combining prints is perfectly fine, but requires time and effort to make it work. Also, a combination of prints exudes an air of edginess instead of classiness. I love both, but suck at pulling off multiple prints, so I rather opt for a safe bet and gravitate towards bright, multi-coloured prints. (The Duchess seems to follow the same rule, but whether that has to do with her personality or her position as a royal is another question) </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">This H&M dress has a busy print. However, you can easily complement this dress with a pair of big earrings like Kate does. This is because the print is quite small and delicate, so the dress and the earrings will not be competing for attention. A rule of thumb is: the bigger the print, the smaller the earrings and vice versa. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br /><b>3. Choose which colour stands out </b><br />You can change the whole appearance of a dress by emphasizing a certain colour. This navy and coral Isabelt Marant dress can be styled with a pair of coral heels for a summery, boho feel. One the other hand, a pair of nay heels makes the dress feel more subdued and classic. </span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.debijenkorf.nl/isabel-marant-etoile-sibley-tuniekjurk-met-paisleyprint-8922030004"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">Isabel Marant Cotton Paisley Print Dress. EUR 180,- </span></a></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I have noticed that the Duchess leaves away a belt more often than adding one whenever she is wearing dresses. A belt is a great addition and is perfectly fine to match with your shoes and bag, but can also be in a colour of the dress. Make sure that the belt has some cohesiveness with either the dress or your acessories. This H&M dress would not necessarily need a belt because of the mix of materials, but a belt can be pulled off if the rest of the outfit is kept neutral. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I have found the time to look up the wonderful replacement earrings for the Cassandra Goad earrings, which we have seen Kate wearing a number of times this tour. You can find them <a href="http://acornrose.blogspot.nl/2016/04/as-seen-on-kate-in-india-amrapali.html">here</a>. </span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280766439454374147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1657955091969649806.post-70424769275563452462016-04-12T23:19:00.001+02:002016-04-12T23:20:39.448+02:00Kate in an Anna Sui Maxi Dress at Assam Festival <a href="http://hrhduchesskate.blogspot.nl/">Kate and William visited Karinga National Park this evening as part of the India tour</a>, where they attended a festival. Kate wore a printed maxi dress from Anna Sui with a variety of prints. Its colour and prints are slightly reminiscent of Scandinavian patterns.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280766439454374147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1657955091969649806.post-62794496400593314502016-04-12T21:47:00.001+02:002016-04-12T21:48:37.652+02:00Kate wears Temperly London at Queen's Delhi birthday party - Get the look <span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">India is treating the duchess well: yesterday the duchess wore a <a href="http://fromberkshiretobuckingham.blogspot.nl/2016/04/kate-wears-clever-temperley-to-queens.html">Temperly London two-piece</a> to a grande birthday party in honour of Queen Elisabeth in New Delhi. The style was a nod to the Indian sari style, consisting of a crop top and a maxi skirt, and the Duchess was beaming in it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Inspired by her look, I have gathered some monochromatic black and white dresses that are not necessarily copies of Kate's ensemble, but radiate the same feel. What I love about the Temperly outfit is the <i>dynamic </i>feel of the pattern - it is not a mere simple black and white print, but follows the lines of her body which accomplishes a true, regal look. My favorite monochromatic black and white dress at the moment: definitely the Karen Millen dress (It's the neckline, I cannot resist a piece of clothing that brings the attention to your face through the structure of the fabric).</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.hm.com/nl/product/39110?article=39110-A">H&M Modern Classics shift dress, EUR 39,99</a></span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.eshakti.com/shop/Dresses/Graphic-scarf-print-crepe-maxi-dress-CL0037279"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">Eshakti Monochromatic Maxi dress, USD 119, sleeves customizable</span></a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.johnlewis.com/betty-barclay-graphic-print-dress-black-white/p2619363"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">Betty Barclays Graphic print dress, GBP 125</span></a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.manateecreek.com/karen-millen-graphic-check-dress-dr224-white-black-p-476.html"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">Karen Millen Check Dress with ruffled collar, EUR 914 </span></a></td></tr>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280766439454374147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1657955091969649806.post-40044295477714820752016-04-11T12:36:00.001+02:002016-04-16T14:45:51.015+02:00As seen on Kate in India - Amrapali earrings UPDATE: Copy Goad Earrings<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Kate looked stunning at the gala in the Taj Mahal ball room yesterday night. Her stunning sapphire blue dress was complemented with a pair of earrings by Indian jeweler Amrapali. I love that Kate and her team do their research and put local brands in the spot light, and today I want to do the same. So what is the story behind Amrapali?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Amrapali Jewels was founded in 1978 <span style="background-color: white; color: #252525; line-height: 22.4px;">Rajiv Arora and Rajesh Ajmera in Jaipur. The brand specializes in gem stone jewelry in local, and tribal designs. The brand became known to the public with the opening of a sales point at the Oberoi Hotel in Mumbai: </span></span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #252525; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; line-height: 22.4px;">'This was a critical point in the history of the Amrapali Jewels, as The Oberoi presented Amrapali Jewels with a platform that was almost global in context, as it was right in the middle of India's financial hub – Mumbai. The Oberoi not only housed the crème dela crème of Indian society, but also international delegates and foreign visitors that really took a liking to this handcrafted technique of jewelry making, and its unique tribal jewelry that was presented in a contemporary manner. This gave Amrapali Jewels a global identity that propelled the company into the limelight of international recognition.'</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">From that point onwards, the brand has been expanding with stores all over the world. They ship to 22 countries worldwide. Furthermore, the brand <span style="background-color: white; color: #252525; line-height: 22.4px;"> is present in the UK, US, Spain, Sri Lanka, China & Nigeria. Amrapali has its own store in London at Beauchamp place, and the jewelry is available at Harrods. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">As I am writing this, I am not able to access the main site. The branch site, <a href="https://www.tribebyamrapali.com/">Tribe by Amrapali</a>, is up though.<br /><br />UPDATE: I have found a wonderful Copykate for the Goad Cassandra earrings, which we have seen numerous times during the tour. </span></span></span><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280766439454374147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1657955091969649806.post-85210854534200123642016-04-10T14:17:00.004+02:002016-04-10T14:21:59.208+02:00Copy Kate's McQueen Paisley dress as seen in Mumbai <a href="http://whatkatewore.com/2016/04/10/live-blog-kate-williams-arrival-in-india/">What Kate Wore</a>'s live blog brought us the pictures of Kate and William arriving in Mumbai. Kate looked stunning in a McQueen dress in red paisley print. Paisley prints come in many colours, so can easily be incorporated into your personal style. Below are some budget-proof alternatives that work underneath a blazer at the office, or with a pair of great heels at a summer party.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.johnlewis.com/oasis-paisley-embroidered-dress-multi/p2555491"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">Oasis Embroidered dress in Paisley Print at John Lewis, on sale for GBP 30,00</span></a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.johnlewis.com/oasis-nikita-paisley-shift-dress-multi/p2571402"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">Nikita Paisley Shift dress at John Lewis, GBP 46,00</span></a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.asos.com/iska/iska-paisley-printed-shift-dress/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6389106&clr=Navy&SearchQuery=paisley+dress&pgesize=36&pge=1&totalstyles=170&gridsize=3&gridrow=4&gridcolumn=1">Asos Iska Paisley Printed Shift Dress, on sale for EUR 25,35 </a></span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-midi-dress-in-paisley-print/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6138675&clr=Multi&SearchQuery=paisley+dress&pgesize=36&pge=0&totalstyles=169&gridsize=3&gridrow=5&gridcolumn=1"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">Asos Midi dress, EUR 39,44</span></a></td></tr>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280766439454374147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1657955091969649806.post-54333126176482703042016-04-09T14:11:00.004+02:002016-04-09T14:14:41.309+02:00Trench Coat Styles for Different Work Places <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Trench coats come in many styles and trends. While you cannot to wrong with the classic beige trench, you may want something more unique or specific. These five coats each have their own personality, and work in different work-related setting. We start of with the classic: </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.zara.com/nl/nl/dames/mantels/trenchcoat/waterafstotende-regenjas-c710517p3184590.html"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">Zara water proof trench coat in beige, EUR 69,95 </span></a><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">Because I am digging a simple coat that allows the attention to be focused on you.<br />Your Job: Lawyer, Government employe(e)r</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.marksandspencer.eu/Trenchcoat-van-puur-katoen-met-ceintuur-en-Stormwear%E2%84%A2/P22427711,nl_NL,pd.html?dwvar_P22427711_color=SL&start="><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">Marks and Spencer navy trench coat (also available in dark beige), EUR 99,95</span></a></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br /><span style="font-size: small;">You like to dress unique and trendy, and it is part of your work to dress the part. This coat stands out because of its denim fabric. It is easy to style it edgy with a pair of sneakers, or you can opt for a classier style with a pair of nude heels.<br />Your job: (fashion) editor, model, graphic artist, designer</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">You have a hands-on job and deal with clients on a day-to-day basis. Hospitality, service-minded, and approachable are your key words. Whether you are the manager or the junior assistent, you dress to know that you know what needs to be done. This black trench is trendy, and gives you the confidence to take the inititative where needed. </span></div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280766439454374147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1657955091969649806.post-78311729195710355372016-04-08T16:59:00.002+02:002016-04-08T17:01:25.808+02:00The Best Business Wear Blogs <div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Beause inspiration is the fuel for sartorial creativity <3 </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><a href="http://thecorporatecatwalk.blogspot.nl/">The Corporate Catwalk </a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Olivia's style is classic, sassy, and immaculate. Her talent is mixing designer pieces (her bags!) with budget brands such as Zara. Her most recent posts cover purchases she has made at the budget-proof-yet-corporate-cool line at Target.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Slighty rougher around the edges, this blog focuses on street wear gone professional. This is for the gents and ladies who work in the creative field.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Krystal is just very, very cool. From her love for cobalt blue maxi dresses, to her talent of mixing textures and statement pieces...she sure is a vision. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It does not matter that Tatiana's Delights is on a break, as each post has been written with a lot of love and care and is worth checking out. Tatiana is a Dutch blogger who is an Anglophile, and brings that classic English country-style to the Low Lands through her take on Kate Middleton's outfits. I am a fan. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Memorandum is a little gem. Her goal is 'to reach more than just those women</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">who find themselves in an office environment identical to my own by offering a depth and breadth of office style options and inspiration that span a multitude of professional settings.' And she sure offers a broad line of inspiration - the outfits as seen on the blogs are divided in styles, such as 'Creative' and 'Corporate'. Bonus: she also has dedicated a section to outfits for job interviews. From Tory Burch to Zara and Reiss, Memorandum knows where to find it and style it. </span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280766439454374147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1657955091969649806.post-4528353180988436792016-04-07T11:36:00.000+02:002016-04-07T12:15:34.430+02:00Copy Duchess Kate's Monica Vinader Necklace <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Remember when Kate looked stunning in a blue Jenny Packham for the Photography Awards Gala in October 2014? You can find the article at <a href="http://whatkatewore.com/2014/10/21/kate-sparkles-in-jenny-packham-for-photography-awards-gala-at-natural-history-museum/">What Kate Wore</a>. Today I found a great Copykate for the Monica Vinader necklace she wore at the gala: </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">The necklace consists of the same rounded triangular shapes and shares the same open structure as the Monica Vinader necklace. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"> It is a wonderful necklace that can work for both casual and formal occassions. It is not only a statement piece, but also a staple piece due to its elegant and clean design. See below for a closer look at the details of the piece: </span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280766439454374147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1657955091969649806.post-44793852111940390292016-04-06T21:03:00.002+02:002016-04-06T21:05:42.432+02:00Spotted: Duchess Kate in a Saloni Polka Dot Dress Today Duchess Kate and Prince William attended a reception at Buckingham Palace preceding their tour of India and Bhutan. Duchess Kate looked stunning wearing a floor-length Saloni dress. Find the full article at <a href="http://hrhduchesskate.blogspot.nl/2016/04/kate-in-floor-length-saloni-dress-for.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+DuchessKate+(Duchess+Kate)">HRH Duchess Kate</a>.<br />
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Kate gave a nod to the upcoming tour by wearing a dress from Indian designer Saloni. It is wonderful how the designer <a href="http://salonilondon.com/products/lara-plume-polka-dots-print-crinkle-dress-1188375337323320">combines classic prints, such as polka dots, with prints that have a strong graphic element</a>.<br />
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I love polka dots, so here is a budget-proof selection of dresses to embody your inner Duchess.<br />
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Great for the office, easy to style for some Friday night drinks. While they are both LBD, the next dress is a glamorous sister of the previous one because of its slinky satin fabric and deep neckline.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280766439454374147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1657955091969649806.post-83688042701121067672016-04-06T16:19:00.002+02:002016-04-06T20:43:19.029+02:00Bring a touch of Spring into the office with these accessoires <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<span style="text-align: start;">April has kicked off, and the spring is here! It is getting sunnier, the days are lighter, and as a fresh-off-the-market intern I feel inspired to experiment more with colours and statement accessories now that the days are brighter. </span></div>
I recently purchased this necklace at H&M. It is a statement necklace, yet its dusty rose colour makes it extremely versatile and easy to combine with a range of outfits and colours.<br />
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Costes is a store that I recently discovered. The style is more bohemian-oriented with rich colours and strong graphic and ethnic prints, but the design of their clothes is simple and classic. Below is a selection of little gems from the current sale:</div>
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Are you changing up your office wear as soon as the season changes? Let me know in the comments!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280766439454374147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1657955091969649806.post-1047351245417796932015-08-28T14:44:00.002+02:002015-08-28T14:48:31.265+02:00That iconic wrap dress - New looks at DVF and Replikate it! <br />
Today we cover another favorite style as seen on Kate, which is the classic wrap dress. One of her most popular choices proved to be a Diane von Furstenburg wrap dress in a blue ethnic print. The dress was worn at one of her engagements during the Australia - New Zealand tour. Nowadays, this version of the dress has sold out but the style remains a staple piece in the DVF collection.<br />
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For the fall season are a number of wrap dresses available in various prints at the DVF website. The Irina Silk and Chiffon colour combo dress is reminiscent of the style and colour as seen on the Duchess.The dress is available in sizes 6 and up at the time of writing.<br />
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There are plenty of choices if you are looking for a budget-friendly wrap dress. Check out the styles below.<br />
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This great maternity wrap dress from Asos is available in cobalt blue and red. The blue version is available in all sizes. </div>
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For the 2012 Olympics Gala Kate chose this stunning Jenny Packham dress, which is one of my favorite outfits. That's why I have dedicated today's post to this dress and some fabulous sartorial finds that emulate the same romantic feel of this dreamy gown. </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280766439454374147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1657955091969649806.post-16404989207804001812015-08-12T17:38:00.000+02:002015-08-28T15:23:40.863+02:00Kate Middleton's Style - Mastering the art of Replikating Good day everybody, today's post dives into the question how to master the art of copying Kate Middleton's style without the royal price tag.<br />
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<i>What is a Replikate? </i><br />
A Replikate is a piece of clothing that closely resembles the style of the Duchess of Cambridge and that is considered to be an item that would seamlessly integrate in Kate's royal closet.<br />
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<i>So, that means that Replikates are usually expensive items? </i><br />
No, not at all! Kate is known for her love of high street stores and her visits to designer outlets. She manages to strike a balance by mixing up clothes from the high street with designer items. The same principle applies to the art of Replikating. An tiem that would be very 'Kate' would not necessarily have to be very expensive.<br />
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<i>Okay, so where do I find a Replikate? </i><br />
Well, that is up to your preference and your creativity. There are a number of great blogs that search for Replikates, but you can do it yourself obviously. Each time you see a great piece worn by Kate and you wish to copy it, find out what properties that particular piece has:<br />
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In other words, what colour is she wearing and what material? Then you can decide which properties are most important to Replikate. Do you like Kate's choice of colours or her choice of designers? It is fun to tweak and adjust Kate's style to your own preferences and lifestyle!<br />
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You can find some Replikates on this very blog here and I will be posting my own Replikate-purchases soon.<br />
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Kate has worn the Weitzman wedges several times during the NZ & Australia tour in 2014. You can find more information on what shoe brands Kate prefers at <a href="http://shoerazzi.com/celeb/kate-middleton/" target="_blank">Shoerazzi</a>. The Mirabelle earrings were debuted in January this year and Kate wore them again in March - spring, summer, or winter, these earrings truly are all-season pieces!<br />
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It is summer, it is sunny, and it is a weekend to remember and to hold a wedding! On Friday July 31st, it marked 34 years since the wedding of Charles and Diana, and yesterday Pierre Casiraghi and Beatrice Borromeo got married in Northen Italy after their civil wedding in Monaco last week.<br />
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Beatrice was simply stunning in her Armani Prive reception gown. Grecian-inspired style done right.<br />
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Kate turned away from previously-worn neutrals at her latest Wimbledon attendance to shine in a cardinal red LK Bennett dress, the Cayla style. I adore the colour and the simple and clean cut of the dress. This post is dedicated to some fantastic Replikates of this frock. Enjoy! </div>
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- For how many people are you hosting the party?<br />- How many portions of drinks and beverages are needed and when/how will you serve these?<br />- Division of tasks: who is helping you out? Who will be doing what at what time?<br />- Be sure to ditch that laidback vibe when it comes to inviting guests. Let them know at least four weeks in advance about the engagement.<br />
- Is it necessary to hand out practical info for your guests? Think: information on parking spaces etc.<br /><br />Once taken care of practicalities, it is about time to move on to the fun stuff. What is the garden for the party going to look like? Here are a few guidelines that might help you to come up with your very own vision:<br /><br />
<b>1. Choose a colour scheme</b><br />Colours look brighter in summer, so make the most of it. You do not have to overdo it by throwing in many types of colours and shades. One colour that is brought out in neat little details makes all the difference.<br />
<br /><b>2. A dress code is a guideline, not a rule </b><br />It is summer, so unless the occassion requires a strict dress code, keep it simple.<br /><br /><b>3. Stick to natural materials </b>Non -reusable plastic cups and plates make me want to squash and break them. It is bad for the environment and for my mood, so I generally stay away from them and arrange whatever I have nicely in a buffet-style manner on a large table.<br />
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<br /><b>4. Do NOT experiment with new recipes </b><br />Keep it simple and do not be tempted to try new and time-consuming recipes if it is not neccessary. You can make any occassion as big or as small as you like, but make life easy for yourself and stick to reliable recipes if you expect many guests.<br /><br /><b>Have fun with your garden party!</b> I myself will be serving some good old mini Dutch syrup waffles, sandwiches, and spritzers at my birthday<br /><br />For more information on garden parties at Buckingham Palace, visit the <a href="http://www.royal.gov.uk/RoyalEventsandCeremonies/GardenParties/Gardenparties.aspx" target="_blank">official website of the British monarchy</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280766439454374147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1657955091969649806.post-30701632901076601762015-03-31T22:05:00.001+02:002015-03-31T22:24:04.038+02:00Wardrobe Staple Piece Alert - The Obi Wrap Top <br />
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The kimono top is all about looking chic and classy this season, which makes it a great staple piece for your business wardrobe. The sleeves are straight and the accent is on the waist for a modern and sleek silouette. It is a wonderful piece to wear to workon a warm day; the big sleeves are keeping it all cool. Pick a style that fits your personality best, and combine it with your favorite pair of trousers or a straight skirt. </div>
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Stroopwafels, or syrup waffles are a sweet, crisp treat and are extremely popular in the Netherlands. The sugar in the middle of the two little waffles is even more delicious when heated. The crispy crumbles look (and taste) great as decoration on ice cream, and cakes. This recipe combines the basis of a layer cake mixed with stroopwafels crumbles; easy to make, done in no time and looks perfect on the Easter brunch table because of the buttery yellow with the caramel-crispy stroopwafel crumbles.<br />
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