As a second-hand clothes lover, stylist and mom, I love making the most of used items. Whether it’s a blouse that’s missing a button, a dress that it’s too long, or a sweater that needs good shaving, I love saving treasures to land on landfills. To fix the items I find I use these tools:… Continue reading Tools Every Thrifter Should Have
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Sustainable Basics From Honest Basics
Sustainable basics have become a must-have in every wardrobe. Though, if you are into sustainable fashion it can be hard to find. And you can even think that the prices are not affordable. Luckily, things are changing a lot lately. Let me introduce you to Honest Basics. A webshop that sells sustainable and ethically-made basic… Continue reading Sustainable Basics From Honest Basics
What No One Tells You About Living Abroad
Today, 12 years ago I moved from Colombia to Europe. I took the big step and follow my dream to study Design in Germany. Living abroad seems like a dream come true, but it has some struggles that not many people talk about. To celebrate my 12th year living abroad, I made a list of… Continue reading What No One Tells You About Living Abroad
Sleep Is Essential For The Mind And Emotions
Sleep is very important for health. Everyone has heard about it. But when life gets busy, sleeping is the first thing to get sacrificed. This is actually very bad. Good sleep is as important as eating healthy and exercising. While we are sleeping, the body is working hard maintaining the immune system and metabolic function, processing… Continue reading Sleep Is Essential For The Mind And Emotions
12 Loco Things Dutchies Do Part 2
This month I celebrate that I live in The Netherlands for three years. It’s the third country I have lived in and the third one I call home. Before NL I lived in Germany. I thought I didn’t need to integrate or learn about the culture anymore. But the past three years have totally shown me the… Continue reading 12 Loco Things Dutchies Do Part 2
The Perfect Goodie Bag
Who doesn't love presents? And even better; who doesn't love a goodie bag! Last weekend I had my best friends flying from Germany to The Netherlands, to celebrate my baby shower. A baby shower is a celebration for expecting mothers. The idea of the party is to help the mother-to-be to get the things she still… Continue reading The Perfect Goodie Bag
13 THINGS I DIDN’T EXPECT WHILE EXPECTING
As you might know, I was unexpectedly pregnant and not busy at all with anything that has to do with the topic. The information I had about pregnancy came from movies, series and some women who shared their experience with me. I thought I knew what to expect: tiredness, vomiting and feeling nausea. I survived the… Continue reading 13 THINGS I DIDN’T EXPECT WHILE EXPECTING
SUSTAINABLE GIFT GUIDE
Christmas is just around the corner. This is the most joyous season filled with family, friends, and food. And let's not forget about: presents! Shopping for presents can be a hard job. Even harder if you want to give something ethically made, organic or vegan which doesn't break your bank account. On my Pinterest account, I have… Continue reading SUSTAINABLE GIFT GUIDE
RESTYLE IN AMERSFOORT: RECYCLING AT IT´S BEST
Since I moved to Amersfoort I have been a regular client of "Kringloopcentrum Amersfoort". I love to go through the clothes section and hunt for treasures. A lot of my outfits have pieces that I bought there. They looked like new and ready to have a longer life. When a sister shop of this Kringloopcentrum… Continue reading RESTYLE IN AMERSFOORT: RECYCLING AT IT´S BEST
FOR THREE MONTHS I WORE THE SAME CLOTHES
Three months ago I decided to do project 333: The minimalist fashion challenge that invites you to create and live with a wardrobe of 33 items or less for 3 months. I wanted a smaller wardrobe to be conscious of the clothes I like to wear and to get to know my style a little bit… Continue reading FOR THREE MONTHS I WORE THE SAME CLOTHES
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