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There's no place like Berlin

Berlin got stuck into my heart. It is such an amazing city! Big, messy, colorful,  loud - just as I like it!

I moved to  Germany 2 years ago and I got quite fast used to the German way, the weather, the people. And I like it! But Berlin!!! Berlin took me completely by surprise. It's so unbelievably big and diverse, I can't imagine someone will ever get board there.

I felt there's a place for everyone in Berlin. No matter where you come from, what you like or want to do. The city is so welcoming and offers everyone a way of expression.

I just hope to be back there soon. Really soon.

P.S. here you can find a very good guide of Berlin put together by one of my favorite bloggers Sandra Juto. I tried 2 of her suggestions - super happy. Sandra also post the most amazing pictures of Berlin. Be sure to follow her also on Instagram

Fashion Crush

To be honest my life is pretty much connected to the internet. I don't go out so much and I go to the stores only when it's absolutely necessary. On the contrary I visit or see ads from tens of online shop every day, but who doesn't :P

The other day as Garance was speaking about finding the perfect t-shirt, I decided to have a look at Zara. And as you can guess no trace of that particular t-shirt, BUT I had the coup de foudre over a pair of  trousers. There are not exactly my style but I can't stop thinking of them (blushing)...

❤ Zara printed trousers ❤

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Burgundy Inspiration

Burgundy it's a colour that pops up more and more on fashion blogs. I even bought a pair of trousers a couple of moths ago as I was in Amsterdam and forgot mine home (yeap, it can happen). As emergency I entered in the fist H&M and put my hand on the first pair I saw (similar here) and wear it over and over ever since. Yeap, the weather is not so great, here in Germany.

Coming back to burgundy, I love this colour. I always had it in my wardrobe (sweaters, jacket but usually accessories scarfs, tights, gloves, etc.) and I even had my hair coloured like this when I was in high school. Not to mention that my all time favourite ring is a beautiful redwine stone on a vintage monture. <3

Here are my fav looks so far.

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And my wish list for Autumn:

1.Asos dress    2.J.Crew skirt    3.Asos Backpack
4.Patent t-bar shoes   5.Suede ankle boots

France on Instagram

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Cote d'Opal

Here are some pictures from Cote d'Opal and Calais. Beautiful, heartbreaking scenery and winds.

Paris, je t'aime aussi

I know, so many others said that before me...but how could you not say it! I feel like shouting it! And Paris answering me back: "Moi aussi, Cherie. Reste ici chez moi!" ❤❤❤

For someone (me) speaking fluently French, being in Paris for the first time it's like a dream come true. I know so much about France, Paris, french culture & co that being there felt like the place to be. The french je ne sais quoi, the incredible landscape of Nord-Est Coast (Calais), the langue like music to my ears, the charm of Paris are simply irresistible!

I know Paris it's big and touristy and crowded but being there gave me the feeling that it's worth spending a year or two...(Gasp). Luckly it's only 4 and a half hours drive. Hope to come back soon, really soon!

Masking tape

is getting more and more popular. Used as simple strip of color to creating more complex designs (as in the video) it's definitely a must have in every house.

Cross Red Tape

P.S. I just ran over to my local art and craft supplier

On finding my voice

Let's run away

I read a great article over on A Cup of Jo yesterday, where the mom and full time blogger, Joanna, speaks about a blogging as a career. I am reading her blog for years and it has always been a great source of inspiration. I mean interesting links, cool people, funny stories, cute babies, the latest trends in fashion, beauty, design and the list could go on. She has all my appreciation and admiration for what she does, for begging successful, for delivering a great content and of course for sharing her experiences with us.

Here is Joanna's advice for growing a blog. I copied it in bold below and wrote some notes to myself and to whomever landed here by chance.

People will like reading your blog—and you'll enjoy writing it—if you're true to yourself and your posts come from the heart. When you write a post, imagine your mom or best friend reading it. Does it sound like your voice?
No it's not exactly my voice as English is not my mother tongue. I am Romanian, start learning English when I was 12 (never had a passion for it) but I always loved Latin languages. I am fluent in French, perfectly understand Spanish and Italian. And above all, two years ago I moved to Germany and start learning German from zero. No wonder I am sometimes confused :)

Does the topic fascinate or inspire you?
Yes, of course. I am deeply interested in the things I share, or better said, I want to share. I want the blog to be a place of reflection, where I put down the thinks that go through my mind, where I collect things I like, things I want to remember and also to use it to improved my skills: writing, English, photography, photo editing, to build my self esteem, to let go of some old prejudices and so on...I am writing this very quickly without to much thinking otherwise I wont post it, I know myself .

Is the post clear and enticing and visual?
Visually I could work it out, but for being clear I writing I need more practice, I know :) I remember my friends telling me when I was trying to elaborate whatever "You know we love you, but get to the point!"

And because I am not a native English speaker, I had to look up enticing(there's no shame, learning is a lifelong experience). Mirriam nicely explained the meaning: to attract artfully or by arousing hope or desire. This is really something I should think about more often. Why others should read my blog? For now it's not an interactive experience for me (I put the questions, I answer). It's more having my own, little corner on the internet :) If there's some here just say hello. I would be happy to hear from you.

Do you have a point of view that's different from other bloggers? Write about what you love. I wrote a short interview about blogging here. As I've said before, I think everyone has an amazing blog inside them, or a story to tell, and I really encourage people to go for it. If you're starting out, best of luck! :)

Joanna Goddard from A Cup of Jo

You can find the entire article here. I know for sure I will come over and over back to it. Thank you, Joanna