Food for Thought | Who are we? Where are we going?

Last night I found myself in a place I regularly find myself lately, pondering life.

What am I actually doing? Where am I going? Where do I want to go? It’s something that I regularly beat myself up about and let myself get absorbed in on far too many weekday evenings.

With these sort of problems we always assume that we are alone. Let’s face it we can all be a little self absorbed sometimes and like to think that we’re the only person suffering with one particular problem, and that no-one could possibly understand. Well, my tweet last night proved me wrong. SO many people seem to be feeling the same and from the replies I received sparked the idea for this post.

I’m 24 years old and to date I have pretty much no idea what I want to do with my life. I have a job and I love my blog, but I can’t sit here and say that it’s what I envisaged for my life, although I also have no idea what I envisaged. To write this down brings tears to my eyes and to be honest, makes me feel a little bit ill. It's never nice to admit publicly that maybe you haven't got it all figured out.

But what I did realise last night was that hey, it’s okay to not know exactly what we want right now. Yes, there are some people who discover their future careers and lifestyles when they are picking their A Levels, there are some that pick the exact course they will pursue a job in for the rest of their lives at university but there are also the people who don’t – and there’s nothing wrong with that.

What I’m trying to say is – we will all get there and it doesn’t matter how long it takes us, or how old we are by the time we do. Life isn’t a race or a competition (although it can feel like that sometimes) and our way of doing things are just a little different to others.

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There are people who choose to be big flying career driven individuals and that’s absolutely fantastic, but I know that I will never be that person. Yes I want to succeed in what I do, but I also know that I am not particularly driven by money, or feel there is a definitive job I have to have and nothing else will do. 

What I think is most important is that we don’t focus on what other people are doing and just take time for ourselves. This is the time when it is okay to be a little bit selfish. I don’t have the answers as to how we will get to where we will end up and I think us continuously searching for them isn’t going to get us anywhere either, because in short there are no definitive answers. Each of us will find our way and with a sprinkle of positivity we might just get there a little bit quicker...don’t sweat the small stuff, keep a smile on your face and try and see the bright side of what can seem a shitty situation. Most of the time we are our own worst enemy and if we had a little more faith in ourselves we might be pleasantly surprised at how productive that could be.

Because...we are good people and we shouldn’t be so hard on ourselves. The people who are where they want to be in their lives (like my boyfriend Daniel for example) definitely had to go through some pretty rubbish times too to get that point, so bear that in mind when you feel the world is against you.

Our futures are just around the corner and let’s just enjoy our lives until we reach that point :)

I'm always here for anyone who needs a chat and like the good old Ernest Hemingway once said:

"If something is wrong, fix it if you can. 

But train yourself not to worry. Worry never fixes anything".

Budget Friendly Beach Scene

Massive beach prints by Massimo Vitali and Gray Malin are huge right now - with huge price tags but, what quality art piece doesn't!?

A piece like this has been on my dream list for a couple years now. I could only imagine how mood lifting this could be hanging next to my dining table, in those cold winter months. At $1300 owning one at the moments pretty far fetched. I did some research and found this lovely Etsy seller, Kim Olsen Photography selling this piece 20x30 for $240.

Sold!

Silver and Purple

A second try with the Catrice Thrilling Me Softly nail lacquer color 'C03 - occult' - this is the result of two coats, a lot of patience, and good handling with the unpleasant liquid texture. Doesn't it look very nice in the end? I really love to wear this color with my vintage silver statement ring from H&M ♥

Nachdem ich mich doch sehr über die viel zu flüssige Konsistenz des Catrice Thrilling Me Softly Nagellacks in der Farbe 'C03 Occult' geärgert habe, beschloss ich nun, mich noch mal intensiv mit diesem Lack auseinander zu setzen. Wie in meiner Review hier bereits angedeutet, habe ich dieses Mal ein bisschen mehr Zeit, Geduld und zwei Schichten des Lacks verwendet - und siehe da ✿ (◕3◕): Das Ergebnis kann sich doch wirklich sehen lassen (● * 3 * ●) - oder was meint Ihr? Passend dazu habe ich mal wieder mein silbernes Statement-Schmuckstück aus dem Hause H&M ausgeführt. Silber und Lila passen einfach so gut zusammen ♥.

If I was a Rich Girl | My Avenue 32 Wishlist

1.Carven Pink Crushed Wool Skirt. 2. Cedric Charlier Marine Shearling Leather Jacket. 3. J.W. Anderson Black Ten Pleat Skirt. 4. Cedric Charlier Pink Structured Top. 5. Carven Lilac Printed Leather Bag. 6. Carven Pink Angora Turtleneck Jumper. 7. J.W. Anderson Orange Wool Branded Jumper. 8. Eddie Borgo Rose Gold Pave Cone Studs. 9. J.W. Anderson Black Leather Mini Skirt.  

Daydreaming and pretending that I am a high flying business woman with a humongous salary to match is what I've found myself doing this morning. So when I discovered Avenue 32 I just had to share them with you lovely lot. Even though the price tags are pretty hefty, we all like to pretend we’re able to make these extravagant purchases sometimes and if I was, this is the first place I’d stop off at.

From the stunningly gorgeous pink wool skirt by Carventhat I would happily go matchy-matchy on with the Cedric Charlier structured top; to that absolutely amazing jacket that I would probably sell my KA for and team up with those beaut Eddie Borgo earrings and J.W. Anderson leather mini-skirt to complete a match made in heaven. Who needs a car when you can have clothes...(ahem). Well a girl can dream, right?

What designers are you loving at the moment? I have to say Carven is a front runner for me!

Also - being my first fashion wishlist post, I'd love to know if this is something you'd like to see more of? Let me know :)

*this is a featured post

Cheap Tricks

Mug, Iphone Case, Coffee Maker, Sweater, Calendar, Rug

Chicken-hoop // Athropologie

I'll save you my big sch peal about how retarded this it

Instead of me adding all my fun sarcastic comments. I'd love to here yours on this Anthropologie chicken coop that was a laughable $3000. 

...and no i didn't accidental add a zero ;)

Back to Basics

Maxi Skirt: Influence c/o Triple S Clothing. Beaded Crop: Miss Selfridge. Belt: ASOS. Lipstick: Topshop Fire Cracker

Sometimes I will stand in front of my wardrobe for what seems like an eternity, you know when you just have no idea what you want to wear or how you want to look. But sometimes, you open the doors and you know – you want to be comfy, you want something low maintenance and something easy. Well this outfit is the result of one of those type of days.

With the weather being warmer than I anticipated for late September, this jersey maxi skirt is super soft and comfortable and can easily be worn when the sun is shining or layered up when it gets colder. I picked up this beaded crop from Miss Selfridge a few years ago – granted it’s lost a few of it’s beads, but I kinda prefer it that way and it takes this outfit from being plain Jane to a little more textured and interesting.

I’ve also decided to rekindle my love for Topshop’s Fire Cracker lippy – it’s ridiculously bright but I quite like the contrast between my red hair and the bold orange tones from the lipstick.

What’s your outfit of choice through this odd transitional Autumn period?

My new dining set !!

I bought the most amazing dining table and chairs from a local Portland company called Lounge Lizard. For now their on layaway and I can't wait to bring them home!! 

What do you think about the chrome chairs? Should I reupholster them? 

London Fashion Week Fearne Cotton's S/S14 Launch with Very.co.uk

Dress: MeeMee.com Boots: TK Maxx Hat: Topshop

A few weeks before London Fashion Week was due to kick off an exciting email popped in to my inbox from the lovelies at Very.co.uk, inviting me to the launch of Fearne Cotton’s S/S14 collection. I was over the moon and of course said yes right away!

Fearne is somewhat of an idol in my eyes...everything about her is so effortlessly fabulous and I completely admire how much she has accomplished over the years. When I think of her style I always think casually glamorous - so I tried to encapsulate that in my dress code for the evening. I picked this t-shirt dress from MeeMee.com as I wanted the outfit to be quite simple, but also have a little jazzy, jazzy. You know how much I love black and white and the scallop bottom detailing really makes it for me. When Gizzi Erskine strolled up to me in the reception room and asked where my dress was from I pretty much died on the spot. MeeMee - you are fabulous! 

Needless to say, I was bloody nervous being surrounded with a room full of rather important people however, the event was so well put together and the venue was beautiful, but being hosted in the Ballroom at Claridge’s you wouldn’t really expect anything less.

We were greeted with cocktails and champagne and whilst awkwardly prancing around the likes of Tinchy Stryder, Dionne Bromfield and Tanya Burr I made my way through to the catwalk area ready for the show to begin.

Fearne’s collections are always fun and inspiring and next year’s will be no exception. With bold colours and popping prints here are some of my favourites from the catwalk.

Fearne looked stunning, Chloe Howl’s set was amazing (check out her music if you haven’t already, she’s fabulous) and once I’d managed to get over my nerves I thoroughly enjoyed the evening and felt so privileged to be invited. Thank you so much to Very for giving me the opportunity to view the collection and for organising such a wonderful event!

What do you think of the collection? Is there anything that catches your eye? I for one can't wait for 2014 to role around to get my hands on a few pieces :)

If you want to have a look behind the scenes at the buildup before the show and sneak peaks at the catwalk, you can watch Very's video here (you might even spot my little face behind Stooshe & Lydia Bright!) 

Fall Is Here To Stay

Fall is absolutely here to stay. There is no doubt about that.

While the boys were at their dads I kicked off this fall season spent with a dear friend and phenomenal photographer Jessica Uhler in my old city of Tacoma, Washington. She threw a recipe exchange party slash potluck. You guys look at that table below full, of amazing food! Yes.. of course my plate was full, and my belly, and then by the end of night my-brain. The company we had was fun and alive, full of laughter and jokes! 

Jessica and I made our way to my familys cabin which is at a popular lake in the Olympics. It had just rained, and hard. When we arrived to the trail head the sun came out and our entire trail was glossy and beautiful. Unfortunately the sun went down pretty fast for us so on our return the last couple miles ended up with  a swift trail run in the pitch dark with our head lamps on. Neither of us could say we didn't enjoy it though. You wouldn't believe how refreshing it was to run through the damp dark air, with a wonderful friend, beautiful moon, fog and cold mud puddles splashing on your legs with each step. 

Most Worn Summer Things 2013 | Video

I already filmed the 'I heart summer tag' but you know me well enough now to establish that I can't just pick one thing I've been loving throughout summer - I'm a greedy guts. So I thought filming the 'most worn summer things' would be a nice little addition.

As always, links are below in-case you don't like the sound of my voice ;)

This afternoon I'm off to watch Madness with Daniel and my family - I am TOO excited. I was brought up with Madness always playing in the house so I'm really looking forward it and the sun has his hat on too, yippee!!

Happy Sunday my lovelies - hope you all have a great day.

Much love, xxx

Most Worn... 
Nail Polish: Barry M Gelly Nail Varnish in Blueberry & in Lilac -http://rstyle.me/~Oimf
Hair Product: Batiste Dry Shampoo - http://rstyle.me/n/bwnwjsh6w
Bag: Vintage faux crocodile print bag from COW Vintage -http://wearecow.com/
Shoes: Emu Australia Sandals - http://tinyurl.com/pmf8om4
Clothing: Mina UK Clothing Dress - http://tinyurl.com/q6ul45s
Accessory: Topshop Fedora - http://rstyle.me/n/bwnw2sh6w
Temporary Secretary Daisy Earrings - http://tinyurl.com/36ngndg
Blusher: NARS Desire - http://rstyle.me/n/buyjvsh6w
Lip Product: Revlon lip butter in Tutti Fruitti -http://tinyurl.com/c8jk56w
Mascara: Estee Lauder - http://tinyurl.com/nq2hsuq
Eye Shadow: Maybelline 24 hour colour tattoo -- rose gold -http://tinyurl.com/p2ds7tg
Perfume: Agent Provocateur - http://tinyurl.com/jvl22jq
Foundation: Illamasqua Skin Base - http://rstyle.me/n/bwnycsh6w


WHAT I'M WEARING:
Fedora -- Topshop - http://rstyle.me/n/bwnw2sh6w
Blouse - Scarlett Fashion - http://tinyurl.com/q9zwrmz

Glamour explains the meaning of Vernissage ♥

The German October 2013 issue of Glamour magazine explains the meaning of 'Vernissage' 

- a nice hint for everyone who always wanted to know why i choose the name 

'Vernissage and Cream' for my virtual exhibition place and as my artist name ♥ 

Es ist mal wieder soweit: Die Glamour Shopping Week startet schon bald und seit Anfang dieser Woche ist die begehrte Oktober 2013 Ausgabe der Glamour mit der Glamour Shopping Card im Zeitschriftenhandel erhältlich.

Als ich die Ausgabe nach intensiver Studie der teilnehmenden Shops und Marken dann noch einmal gründlich durchblätterte, staunte ich nicht schlecht als ich auf Seite 50 unter der Rubrik 'Gut zu wissen - Schlau in 60 Sekunden' den oben abgebildeteten Auszug las <(=*___*)>  : Wieso heißt es Vernissage? 

Für alle, die schon immer wissen wollten wie ich zu meinem Blog und Künstlernamen kam - da findet Ihr nun die überaus passende Antwort! Ergänzend möchte ich nur noch folgendes hinzufügen:
Das 'Cream' steht herausragend für meine persönliche Auswahl an Sahnestücken, die ich Euch hier auf meinem Blog präsentiere - und dazu gehören neben meinem heutigen kleinen Zahncharakter-Helferlein (das im Übrigen heute zum ersten Mal Solo-Premiere feiert), auch die vielen unterhaltsamen Illustrationen, die ich seit meiner Kindheit erschaffen habe und von denen es heute mal wieder ein neues Werk zu entdecken gibtヾ(●⌒ー⌒●)ノ:

yellow house with garden and swimming pool