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Impressions and style from Berlin, Germany
This week I had the great pleasure to spend a few days in Berlin, a city full of history that combines the old with the new. Here are a few impressions of Berlin. Our hotel was close to the...
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Legging your way to style at forty plus
Today I present you with a guest article by Shirley who loves to wear leggings over 40. Below she will give you some ideas on how to wear them. For my own comprehensive guide on the topic check out my...
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Some more impressions of Berlin and what we wore
This is part 2 of my travel report from Berlin (here is part 1 if you missed it). There are quite a few memorials in Berlin. You have those for the Berlin wall, the war, and of course the memorials...
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Lovely unique laptop cases and camera bags from 1701
Another brand I recently discovered at Blueprint is 1701, who creates color laptop sleeves, SLR camera cases and compact clutches. The label was founded by Karishma Jhalani and Ashwin Jain from India....
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A few days in New Orleans
Our main holiday this year is in the US. We love travelling this vast country and after earlier trips to New York & Canada, California, Florida and the North West we are heading for the South this...
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How long do gel nails last?
A while ago I spoke to you on how I tried out gel nails for the first time and listed all the advantages and disadvantages of gel nails. Below is what my first arty gel nails looked like shortly after...
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Meeting fellow style blogger Stephanie in Austin
In Austin (more details later this week) I had the great pleasure of meeting Stephanie Clayton; a very stylish 40+er whom you may already know from her site Odyssey Home. I also featured her before...
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They say that everything is bigger in Texas….
After our stay in New Orleans we travelled towards Texas. However not without passing by some of the old plantations of Louisiana. The one we visited was the Laura Plantatation, a creole plantation...
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Lleyii – an exciting label from Seoul
Today I’m introducing you to another new label I discovered at Blueprint: Lleyii. Her new new collection contains a lot of items that would delight the modern 40+ woman. Enjoy! For more information,...
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Leggings: the perfect travel companion
I packed 2 pairs of leggings for my holiday. The great advantage of leggings on holiday is that they are both comfortable, practical and, when teamed up with the right tops, can look very stylish as...
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A few days in colorful and artistic New Mexico, USA
Our next stop on our USA trip was New Mexico. We knew absolutely nothing about this state and were very much surprised at what it had to offer. Through our guide book we decided that our first stop...
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The great versatility of a white jacket and how to wear it
I have often talked about the great versatility of white pants. But just as practical is a white jacket. Although I don’t wear it so often in Singapore (there simply is no need for jackets here), I...
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Braving 52 degrees in Death Valley wearing a purple dress
Although I have not told you about the amazing nature of Utah and Arizona yet (coming up this Wednesday) let’s jump ahead and see one of the most beautiful parks in the world: Death Valley. Words can...
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USA’s astounding natural parks of Utah and Arizona
If you did not know it already, I can tell you that the USA has some of (if not) the most spectacular nature you will ever see. The immense beauty of the sights seen on our trip through national parks...
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7 fall 2013 hair trends and how women over 40 can wear them
It’s been a busy few months with travelling, some projects and family coming over. But today life will almost return to normal when school begins for my son. I’m personally still a big mess though...
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Sale alert: Emerson Fry
Emerson Fry was a popular brand when I featured it a few months back. We all loved their beautiful blouses and short dresses that could easily be combined with pants or skirts. Now, many of the pieces...
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Best fall 2013 trends for women over 40
It’s that time of year again; a new season and new trends. Time for another report of the best fall 2013 trends for women over 40! This trend report focusses on the trends as shown on the catwalks of...
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Before and after I went to the hairdresser
I finally feel sane again after getting a haircut and dying my hair. After wearing a hat for the last couple of weeks (good thing I like hats) I dare showing my locks to the world again. For how long...
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Are you a quick adapter when it comes to trends?
As much as I can admire women that stick to one style all the time, I must admit that I like trends. However, sometimes it takes some time before I warm up to a particular trend. When I saw the...
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Mingling with Bryan Boy and fashionistas at Charles & Keith store opening
Last Friday shoe retailer Charles & Keith opened their new store in local shopping center Ngee Ann City with great applomb. For the occassion they had invited a host of regional celebrities and...
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