Burgundy and Blue: the Victoria Beckham dress: Lovin'it!

I adore an unexpected color combo! Victoria Beckham does a great combo in this bodycon dress with just the right amount of tongue-in-cheek Mrs. Secretary dress.  Color clash? Far from it: I'd say color class!!

Who would have thought that a saucy Spice Girl would become such a style icon! Time to spice up your life as well?

Nicolas Kirkwood suede platform pumps

Botegga Veneta Intreccato silver ring

Victoria Beckham burgundy striped dress with collar

Miu Miu bow leather tote

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Be smart, pre-shop Isabel Marant!

It is time to put the latest Marant shoes on your wishlist!  I do not know how I did it, but somehow I ended up on the pre-sale list of Mytheresa!  Maybe my online shopping addiction did it for me..
And guess what, it is a wonderful collection of Miss Marant - once again!

So if your always 'fishing behind the net' as we Dutchies call it, and seem to miss out on the wonderful Bekkets, Baskets, and Bazils, this is how to do it. Get yourself invited to pre-shop! You have a three-day lead at Mytheresa -before the items hit the regular website. Starting today!

The Isabel Marant collection in pre-sale at Mytheresa, on preorder as of July 15th 2012 

Another site to do your pre-shopping on Isabel Marant may be found here , at Luisaviaroma.


I chose the fantastic 'Lazio' boots. What would be your choice?
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Black is Back! Joseph Stretch-leather leggings

If you ever, ever, need a pair of fab leather trousers not making you look cheap, get these. 

Joseph leather pants. I have them in indigo, and they go with anything. You may dress them up or down, they are super comfy and not a wardrobe staple, because they are either on me or hanging out to air. Get them at net-a-porter and you won't be dissapointed. 

Joseph stretch-leather legging

Fashion says 'Me too', Style says 'only Me'

As a statement, I happily adopt  Geraldine Stutz (August 5, 1924 – April 8, 2005); on the issue 'What is fashion, what is style'.  What defines one's unique look? It has nothing to do with money -nor age. Yes, you can buy fashion, but you can't buy style. And true style simply never is out of fashion. Not everyone may like your style.  To me, as long as it represent who you are or what your mood feels like outing; rather than copy what's 'in fashion'; you can't go wrong.


To some, style comes innate. If not, you are most certainly not the only one out there. But hey, you are human thus able to watch and learn. Nurture your likings. Learn by example. There's nothing wrong with that. Fashion shows are meant to inspire us, most of all. No greater compliment to a designer than a good spin-off, but I'd always honour the designer buying the real thing. Art has to be rewarderd by buying a wonderful piece, or just be admired If I can't buy it. And as for spin offs, there is a fine line between a cheap copy and a genuine item is no fake reproduction but fits wonderfully 'in the line of, but not designed by' . 

Read the original article at the Boca Raton Newspaper. 

Best Blog Building for the smart fashion follower!

Hi Girls! I decided to make it StylesandFinds effort to make life a little easier for the efficient FashionFollower: too much to do in too little time goes for all of us, right?

How to keep up with the buzz? Just added a page with my take on the 'BestBooks', make sure to check this page one out for inspiration. StylesandFinds is growing fast, our Twitteraccount @StylesandFinds feeds with you all (yes: all) the latest newsupdates from various channels (among which: Vogue, VogueNL, Marie-Claire UK, Style.com, Dutchcowgirls, Stylelovers, Fashionnewz and many many more!).


By following us you get them all, so don't miss out and follow us now! What's more: by looking at our 'BestBlogPosts' you see the best bloggers according to StylesandFinds conveniently in one location. And how neat is this: all of your favourite Runway shows from Paris, Milan and NYC, plus a personal favorite ;) on 'BestBroadCasts', Yes, you see all the latest fashions shows, hey, you can even play 2 channels at the same time if your eyes can handle that- and all without advertisement on the channel itself!

Please let me know what you would like to be featured on this page - or maybe you'd like to be a guestblogger! Should I open up a guestblogger page? Or any other requests? Just let me know!

Enjoy! Lisa @StylesandFinds

Don't miss out on sale alerts on designer items

One of my absolute favourites is to sign up for sale alerts! Now is the time, you can get fab deals from Net-a-porter (US only at the moment) of Mytheresa.

Loubies anyone?

But even more interesting: check out the sale alerts from Shopstyle! All your favorite items, get a push-notification to your smartphone and never miss out again on a sale item!


I love it!

Luxury for Less

I was followed by Danielle, and she attended me on a new brand: Jamie Bently. 
Surely, I always like to check out novelties in style, and this one has some nice items.
With their focus on 'everyday luxury for less', I am sure you'll like it too.

Jamie Bently

These one's are nice and simple, just the right touch for your St-Trop outfit. Would they do them in steel or silver as well?

The ultimate pullover from Joe Merino- great Find!

It doesn't pill, it doesn't fade, it does not stretch out of proportion:

I found the perfect sweater. And like to share it with you. A simple pull with a V-neck. The merino wool it is made of, is from Australia. The thread is almost eight times thinner than usual, giving it an extra plush feel. Very much like cashmere indeed.

Joe Merino pullover

It is produced with respect for the animal the wool came from.  And with respect for those who manufacure it, no childrens labour here. But the best part is: it can actually go in the washing machine. And remembering my recent disaster with a pure virgin wool sweater which shrunk into an xxxxxxxxxxs size, this is probably why you need this type of pullover!. The sweaters are fabricated in a factory where brands like Dolce & Gabbana and Valentino have their sweaters made as well. Good pedigree that is.

Too bad it is only for guys.. But hey, a good boyfriend sweater is a wardrobe staple anytime, right? At

NB: you can ask for a free sample of the fabric - yes free- to convince yourself.  And no, I am in no way affiliated with these guys, just enthousiastic!

Now guys from Joe Merino: start setting up a Ladies line, please! And for the non-Dutchies: an English translation of your website would be nice.  I'd be happy to help out with the Styling ;)

New collection fall 2012: Isabel Marant Bazil Bekett sneakers / baskets

Oh how I love these ones: the new ISABEL MARANT wedge sneakers, brand new from the fall 2012-2013 COLLECTION. It is the new Bazil style, limited edition, all black with python print. Today, July 25  on sale at  net a-porter

Isabel Marant Bazil

An overview: Isabel Marant Bazil sneakers /  baskets

The Bone Cuff from Tiffany

Now, how pretty is this? The Elsa Peretti Bone Cuff for Tiffany. Fluid design, with a sublime symmetry and sensuous contours having an ergonomic quality that makes them one with the body. Charcoal-color cuff in ruthenium over copper.  Warm, organic forms, no cold hard steel here. Splendid design!

Elsa Peretti Bone Cuff for Tiffany

Bright Neons in fashion!

Getting crazy about bright yellows these days! A simple black dress combined with neon pumps and a bracelet - how gorgeous!

Rag and bone dress Adeline; Christian Louboutin Pigalle neon pump, Cada cute heart 18kt white gold charm bracelet with white diamonds

Go to Mytheresa and Neiman Marcus before they are sold out!

NB: and for those of you on a smaller budget: check these babies out at only €95.-

Studio TMLS Malpensa Neon pumps

A vintage classic: Isabel Marant Reilly / July jacket

I finally got it!  My much anticipated, much appreciated Isabel Marant Reilly / July jacket.  Yes, it is a jacket of last season, but truly beautiful things never go out of style or season -at least not in my perception.

Thanks to Angela's pictures of the wonderful Toothfairyfashiontale blog I got convinced, this jacket is a true must-have. For me, it was though. So I searched Ebay until my iphone batteries couldn't take it no more, and finally found THE jacket. In a size 2. And i love it love it love it. The ornament beading is the best I've ever seen, the fabric a velvety old paisly and the turquoise around the neckline is real (no glass).

Only thing: if you search for it as well - be VERY careful in the sizing.  In fact, a 2 is even a little too tight on me (regular EU size 38). I even play with the thought of taking it to the tailor to see if he or she can squeez an inch out of it considering the armpit, but am a bit afraid of doing so.

For those of you still in awe or need for the same: here are the measurements:

Shoulder-to-shoulder: 43 cm

Length from nape of the neck to seam: 51 cm

Armlength: 52 cm

Underarm distance: 42 cm

Isabel Marant Reilly / July jacket ss2011

Bright lights, big city!

Typing from a drowsy Amsterdam, I am simply in need for fab brights! What about these beauties? 

Victoria Beckham Petite Aviator sunglasses

Sold out at mytheresa within hours!

Christian Louboutin Un bout 100 patent leather and PVC pumps

Can't wait to go on city break, but probably without them - as I just bought my Balenciaga bag.  Ah well, it can't hurt to have things to wish for right?

Getting ready for a Chicago Citybreak

I am looking very much forward to our upcoming travels! I still have about a week to figure out what-to-pack before going to Chicago, and was so lucky to score this almost perfect vintage Balenciaga bag on Ebay!

Balenciaga Motorcycle Giant City Bag in beige

Hope it will arrive in time. It goes well with almost every item in my planned wardrobe, which I will update on later. We're staying at the James Hotel Chicago, which has got great reviews on Tripadvisor. 

I was quite lucky as on booking I got a free upgrade as well, sending a Twitter message to the James' team. How thoughtful is that ? 

The James Hotel Chicago