Sunday, November 30, 2014

Paint me a story...

This dress was handmade in the late 70's by my mother in law, for my grandmother. She was actually Alex's grandmother, but I've known her since I was a kid, and I love her truly. Sadly, she passed away last spring, she didn't get to see us on our wedding day, which was something she had dreamed of for so long... I was deeply saddened by her passing, my heart still hurts when I think about her! Aside from many beautiful memories, she also left me some precious, special gifts! Her gold medallion, her rings and... this gorgeous dress!

A few months before my wedding, as I was trying to cope with an amalgam of different emotions and find my balance, I felt like looking through old family photos. It is something that always seems to relax me... I found a particular photo, from my in-laws wedding and told my mother-in-law that I really loved the dress Grandma wore that day! Her face lightened and she said the dress was still in Grandma's old house and that she could get it for me! I can't explain how happy that made me!  The day I put it on, and realized it fits me, was the most special day! Grandma was a bit shorter that I am, but I did't want to alter the dress. For me, it's the most beautiful thing in the world, it has a history, it tells the story of the most amazing person! I'm very humbled, honored and thankful for the chance of wearing it!

Mamalina

Dress: vintage
Heels: Massimo Dutti
Headpiece: Zara






















Sunday, November 23, 2014

'Tis the season...

Winter is coming!

Hey, don't shoot the messenger, but there are only 31 days until Christmas! It's getting colder, and some regions have already experienced the first snow of the year :D. It's time for copious amounts of home cooked food, carols, mulled wine, winter sports, presents, family time. It's going to be exhausting, but boy... I can't wait for all that craziness!

For now, I'm looking out my window for first signs of winter, and try not to think about snow in our chaotic city... Instead, I try to imagine our beautiful mountains, those breathtaking landscapes and that feeling of absolute freedom and pushing one's limits that snowboarding and other winter sports offer! Then I add that sweet, precious time with my loved ones for Christmas, and welcoming the new year with my best friends, and I get the exact image of a perfect winter season!

Enjoy the rest of the weekend!

Hugs,

Mamalina

Sweater & Necklace: H&M
Skirt: Koton
Boots: Mango
Hat: Pimkie










Wednesday, November 19, 2014

On my Black Friday wish list...

Hi guys,

I don't know if it has anything to do with my recent wedding, but lately I've become obsessed with tulle skirts. My inspiration board is full of outfit combinations built around this gorgeous item, and I wanted one of my own sooo badly. A couple of weeks ago, I saw on Daniela's Facebook page that she was wearing this beautiful tulle skirt, exactly like the one I was dreaming of.

I found out it was from Zaza Boutique, amd immediately placed an order. They were so nice as to give me a call to make sure they got the correct size and length, and a few days later, I received it and it was exactly how I'd pictured it. Soft, comfortable, versatile. I have quite a few outfits in mind, centered on my princess-like skirt, one of which you had the chance to see last weekend here on the blog. Here's a little reminder:


And here are some powerful examples of how other bloggers wore the tulle skirt:









Photo source: Pinterest

And since Black Friday is just around the corner, I'm thinking of ordering yet another skirt, but I haven't yet decided on the color and length. It's so hard to pick, with so many options to choose from! I saw this long tulle skirt which took my breath away and would make for the perfect New Year's Eve look!

Take a look below (for romanian readers), there is a short description of Zaza Boutique where you'll also find details about their Black Friday offer.

Happy shopping, you guys!

Zaza Boutique


Despre Zaza Boutique

Croim preturi pe masura ta, pe www.zazaboutique.ro, pentru un Black Friday cu stil pe 21-22-23 noiembrie

Magazinul online www.zazaboutique.ro  participa pentru prima oara la Campania Black Friday din acest an. Promotia va include preturi reduse la noua colectie de fuste create exclusiv pentru Black Friday, pachete de produse, discounturi de pana la 50% la tinutele vedeta ale siteului si reduceri la gama de copii si jucarii handmade.

www.zazaboutique.ro s-a remarcat in acest an, cu preturi corecte la rochii de ocazie, dat de raportul cost - calitate si am cucerit clientele cu diversitatea fustelor de tulle, atat prin modele propuse, cat si prin paleta larga de culori. Intre 21-23 noiembrie si 28-30 noiembrie, veti gasi produsele vedeta ale magazinului la preturi exceptionale! Fuste din tulle sau rochii croite pe masurile clientului vor avea preturi spectaculoase. Tot pentru acest eveniment www.zazaboutique.ro a pregatit special noua colectie de fuste din materiale inedite si calduroase pentru sezonul rece, precum neoprenul foarte la moda sau catifea intr-o combinatie eleganta cu dantela. Reducerile se vor aplica si la pachetele promotionale de tinute complete bluza-fusta, gata pentru sarbatori sau petreceri de revelion.
www.zazaboutique.ro preintampina Campania Black Friday si cu o surpriza, pentru cei care se vor abona la newsletterul nostru in perioada 12 - 20 noiembrie vor putea castiga o rochie de ocazie. In plus daca dai share pe pagina ta de facebook cu #rochiipecomanda vei gasi produsul cel mai indragit cu o reducere de 60%.

Pe magazinul online www.zazaboutique.ro veti gasi rochii de ocazie, fuste de tulle, jucarii handmade pentru copii si imbracaminte pentru fetite. Creatiile Zaza Boutique sunt realizate in atelierul propriu, toate produsele se pot executa pe comanda, pe masurile clientului tinandu-se cont si de preferintele acestuia pentru culori sau materiale. Livrarea se face in maxim o saptamana, iar plata se poate face ramburs, la primirea coletului sau cu cardul prin sistemul securizat PayU.


Sunday, November 16, 2014

Autumn rhapsody

Hi guys,

I am so thankful that the weather is giving me the chance to enjoy these beautiful autumn colors. Every season has its upside, but, like I've said it a billion times before, autumn has a particular charm. Fall fashion is absolutely amazing (woolen scarves, chunky sweaters, warm coats) , and what about those seasonal delights: pumpkin spiced everything :), cinnamon apple tart...yummy!

Since I have this feeling that winter is rapidly approaching (I heard carols at the mall today :P), I decided to wear my beautiful tull skirt while I could still make use of this amazing backdrop. And nature, once again, performed wonderfully!

Hugs,

Mamalina

Skirt: Zaza Boutique
Top: H&M
Jacket: H&M
Shoes: Mango