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At Home with Hello Kitty & Blippo Giveaway

27th June 2018 No Comments

Hello Kitty, Calida Switzerland, fashion blogger

Who is the cutest cartoon character in the universe? Hello Kitty, of course, cause her cute face is everywhere! Did you ever realize that your favourite cat doesn’t have a mouth? Since somebody told me I can’t forget about this.

But maybe Kitty doesn’t need a mouth: She can play the piano, she can be everything she wants to be, and she has her own theme park, train and even travelled to space on her own little satellite. There is nothing Kitty can’t achieve, she doesn’t need to talk but just to follow her heart! Maybe her makers wanted to tell us that it’s what we do and what we feel that matters, not what we say.

As a kid, I didn’t have any Hello Kitty stuff, despite Kitty being around since 1974. Maybe that is why I need to catch up now and surround myself with a big flock of cute white Kittys. Everything from pencil cases to rulers and bowls is just more fun with Kitty’s face on it! Thanks to Blippo I don’t have to go to Japan to fetch my cuties, but they come all to my doorstep.

So darlings, from now on I stay home on my days off, wearing my loungewear while I cuddle with Hello Kitty.

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Sara is in Love with Blippo Giveaway

My Outfit & Accessories
Dressing Gown & Trousers & Bra: Calida, Hello Kitty Merchandise: Blippo, Blanket: ZigZagZurich,
Red Pillow: Wiedemann Mettler, Pink Basket: Protsaah

Pictures: Marco Borromeo

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Boxmopolitan Edition 24 Gold Rush

18th February 2018 2 Comments

Boxmopolitan, subscription box, discover new products

I have a gold rush, and it got delivered right to my doorstep yay! Since you all know how much I do love subscription boxes, you can imagine how much I liked to open the parcel with the Boxmopolitan logo.

Boxmopolitan is a Swiss discovery box that brings you every month five to seven surprise products. It’s like having a personal shopping coach that goes trend hunting for you and finds the most unique cool products. Unlike many other subscription boxes, Boxmopolitan doesn’t feed you with boring mainstream products.

It’s their mission as curators to introduce you to new items and they pay particular attention to organic ingredients, fair trade, local manufacturing and design quality. Gourmet is always an essential part of the surprises. One box costs 69.90 CHF, if you place a subscription for a few months, the price for the single boxes starts at 49.90 CHF.

What I found in my box

Sparkling wine by Elfenhof
Packed in a golden bar box, this dry sparkling wine has a fruity bouquet from the most excellent grapes of the Neusiedler Lake region in Austria and is enriched with real gold. Quite an eyecatcher on the table and the perfect drinks for lovers of prosecco and champagne like myself.

Golden Light candle by Yankee Candle
I believe home is not home without a vanilla candle and this one smells just good enough to eat with its chocolate-vanilla fragrance. It burns for 30 beautiful hours and makes my flat instantly cozier.

Gottlieber Wafers Special Edition Gianduja Orange
Swiss wafers with a filling of roasted hazelnuts and chocolate, enriched with fruity oranges. Since I am plant-based, they are not for me, but I bet my boyfriend will make them disappear entirely fast.

Woman in Gold and Gold Knight by Kilian
The only samples in the box are those two perfumes. Wish they were bigger because I love them very much. Woman in Gold is a fragrance with rose petals, vanilla, akigala wood and patchouli. Gold knight bedazzles the senses with patchouli, bergamot, vanilla, and anise. Both smell of luxury and I dream of a big bottle of Woman in Gold.

Lux Hair Oil by System Professional
A luxury hair oil with argan, jojoba and almond oil. My stressed hair loves this treat and sends it thanks. Since argan oil is known as liquid gold in Marocco, a perfect addition to the Gold Rush box.

Gold Glitter Gel by Ucanbe
A glitter makeup for face and body in dazzling gold. I used it as an eyeliner several times already and love it, it dries fast, stays where it should and is easy to remove.

A 10 CHF Voucher from Perfect Hair
I buy my shampoo and hairspray from PerfectHair.ch since I remember. Therefore this voucher is something I can use very well. They have (almost) everything I am looking for, fast delivery and reasonable prices.

What I think about the Gold Rush box

I love the Gold Rush box and think what you get for the price is a very fair deal for getting so much inspiration. I discovered exciting products I didn’t know before, my favourites are the sparkling wine, the Kilian perfumes, and the makeup glitter. Thank you so much Boxmopolitan!

I am curious to see what’s in the next Boxmotolitain boxes, and if you love surprises, you should join the gang.

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Home Sweet Home with La Petite Box

14th January 2018 1 Comment

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Winter and me, we will never be friends. Since we got introduced, we have arguments about the minimum temperature necessary for human life on the planet. When it comes to style we have don’t agree either: I plead for wearing heels all year while Winter is more on the boots side. Therefore the La Petite Box „Home Sweet Home“ edition hit my nerve: The subscription box was filled with essentials for cocooning during the cold days. Sorry Winter, we will not meet much this year (bet you will not miss me and my grumpy face when my shoes get covered in mud).

So let’s have a closer look, what do we need for a cozy day at home? Good tea, a lovely cup, lights and a notebook to write down dreams and poetry. All of this was in the box and more. I am in love with the porcelain cup from Mea Living with its pink star pattern. I wanted to have a cute cup for ages since I think it’s time to stop the madness of discarding takeaway cups after every drink. Since I don’t drink coffee, I am happy there was organic luxury tea from Sirocco in the box. Sirocco is one of my favourite tea labels, yay!

In case winter wins our argument about footwear and makes me buy shoes there was a 20% voucher from ShoeLovers Club by Ochsen shoes in the box, I bet they have a lot of boots. But at the moment I rather sit home with the starlight from Heidi Swaps and use my pink YES notebook to create my first Zentangles. Zentangle is a method of drawing abstract patterns as a method to relax. ommmmmm! While I enjoy the coconut goodies from the box, I feel suddenly pleased and warm. After trying the flowery Missoni products which smell of freesia, peony, and rosyfolia, summer found it’s way back into my heart.

Yes, this is one of my favourite La Petite Boxes yet, because it came with healthy vegan snacks and drinks and the cup was a wishlist item and most important: It keeps winter away.

If you want to order a La Petite Box too now, just click here.

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Lovely Gift Ideas: Home

3rd December 2017 6 Comments

Do you get nervous if you look at the calendar because with every minute Christmas is coming closer and you still have no idea for the perfect gifts? Don’t despair, breath and maybe this guide will help (at least if you are looking for gifts for colourful people just like us).

Since winter is the time to stay home and make yourself cosy, gifts for the home are my favourite choice. As well I believe it’s time for antidotes against grey days and believe me: Nothing helps more than retiring to a cheerful flat or house!

Here are my gift ideas for a happy home:

1 Pink Throw & Shawl: This luxury baby alpaca throw keeps you warmer than normal wool.
2 Bowie Doll: In Japan Kokeshi dolls are a symbol of friendship. And this one is Ziggy.
3 Circus Vase: A stunning ceramic piece from Portugal in bold colours and with a fun look.
4 Bump Jug: A sleek and stylish mouthblown piece, designed by Tom Dixon.
5 Parrot Pillow: The most beautiful way to show your love is with those tropical birds.

1 Clarins Candle: What we need for the home spa is a candle that smells like tonic!
2 Gradient Candle Holder: It’s quirky, it’s kitschy, it’s a must for the Christmas dinner!
3 Ceramic Pineapple: This eccentric jar is the perfect place to store cookies or treasures.
4 Pink Sheepskin Rug: This piece creates instantly a cosy atmosphere and helps to relax.
5 Arm Chair: A 30s design classic updated with a supercool geometric pattern. My fav!

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Lovely Inspiration: Living in Neon

25th May 2016 2 Comments

Neon Pink Heart Vase – Star Anise Print Cushion – Prism Bookends
Plissé A4 Archive Folder – Ice Cream Neon Light
Gradient Tea Towels – Fluoro Orange Offcut Stool – Neon Dipped Wooden Spoons
Pink and Yellow Acrylic Vases – Neon Lidded Floor Basket

Live bright, live neon! There is nothing more striking than making bright accents in your home and if you try to achieve the maximum of colourfulness neon might be the answer.

Neon was THE thing in the 80s and has appeared in a more reduced way again and again since then. Some people say it’s only for punks, some say it looks cheap, I say it’s the perfect time to bring neon back for real! It goes very well with modern, minimalistic spaces and is a bold statement.

If you have a lot of earthy tones at your home, don’t be afraid to give neon a try. Some bright sparks can be a spectacular contrast to dark wood for example.

Personally, I think the best neon piece to invest is a huge light – like this gorgeous ice cream (Yes, I am guilty of ordering it and can’t wait to see it right next to my dining room table). As a graphic designer, I created many signs in my career and dreamed for ages of having my own. Finally, I will have my own disco at home, neon party forever!

If you don’t feel that bold, just go for a single neon accessory like a bowl, a vase. You will smile when the sun rays coming through your windows will meet the shockingly colourful neon and cause bright reflections.

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Lovely Shopping: Jo Brauer

19th November 2015 1 Comment

Oh Zurich, you are a place of people dressed the same. Very often you give me the impression there must be an obligatorily gray uniform every citizen has to wear. Because my heart craves for individuality with every breath, this makes me sad. I blame part of it on the shops selling all the same.

Fortunately, there are exceptions: A few days ago I was invited to an event by Jo Brauer, one of the very few fashion stores in this city that goes a different way. They celebrated their location at the Europaallee and a new business software called Paymash, ideal for start-ups and online shops.

Going to Jo Brauer is like love at first sight: If you enter the shop, you instantly feel welcome and almost like at home (it’s just tidier and without the not so nice but necessary things every flat contains). I could spend hours here, admiring the golden vases, stylish boots, fluffy fake fur coats and trendy sunglasses. Brands I adore from all over the world found their home here: Minkpink, Quay Eyeware, Bloomingville and Selected Femme are a few of them, just to drop names.

Jo Brauer was founded by Dusanka Simic, the Sophia Amoruso of Switzerland. Born in Croatia, Dusanka started a business here selling vintage clothes from home a few years ago. Meanwhile, she opened a few pop-up stores and shops until she arrived at her new big jewel at the Europaallee. Dusanka is always on the hunt for the newest and coolest labels, and you can feel her love for the items she sells and her ambition. What she created is a shop unlike any other in Zurich, a true paradise for the searcher of the extraordinary.

Of course, I didn’t leave without a big bag, and maybe you already spotted on Instagram how my home turned a little bit more golden with Jo Brauer. I can recommend this shop; it’s a wonderful place to treat yourself and (hint!!!!) as well the perfect place to find some presents (cause Christmas is coming closer).

Visit Jo Brauer here and don’t forget to like them on Facebook.

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The Life of A Fashion Blogger

2nd August 2015 4 Comments

Barbie comb iPhone sleeve: Moschino. Shoes Chiara Ferragni (Yes, I do exhibit shoes on my desk).

Because I spend a lot of my free time at my desk, I love to decorate it with fresh flowers.

My desk is the most used place in my flat – right after the bed.

Pink Paper Vase: Future Days. Framed Picture: Foto Floor. Letter: Vintage.

Mouse: Logitech. Pens: Muji. Pencil Case: Gift from Japan.

People tell me that the life of a blogger must be awesome, and I must get loads of freebies for doing barely anything. Some imagine all those pictures are taken just on the way from shopping to the next party. They couldn’t be wronger and I hope this post is an eye-opener.

I do get freebies, but most certainly not as many as you imagine. If somebody wants to blog to get things for free, it’s just the wrong attitude. Compared to the hours of work it’s not much. What can’t be paid is the joy and the exciting contact with designers and cool people from all over the world. I am proud I built all this on my own from scratch. It might be just another blog and it most certainly won’t save the world. But to me it is half my life.

I don’t live from blogging (like most bloggers), but have a 100% job as head of design for a branding company. Very often I stay there far more than my mandatory 40 hours per week. When I come home, I work on my blog nearly every day, as well at least one full day per weekend. When I go on holidays, the weeks before and afterwards are usually especially stressful, because I try to prepare posts in advance.

My boyfriend is the photographer of my outfit posts and proof-reads my texts. A blog is no one-women-show. Sometimes we get into a little fight during a shooting – especially when I realise that I don’t look like the quirky queen I feel. Most of the time I am just grateful and aware that without having somebody at my side to share my passion, all this wouldn’t be possible.

After the shooting comes the most time-consuming part: Selecting and editing the pictures and create my illustrations. This is what I usually do when my friends go to parties or relax in the sun.

A blog is like a little business and sometimes I could either use eight arms like an octopus or an intern to cope with everything. There is always a lot going on behind the scenes: Answering comments and emails, negotiating with companies and designers, organising four social media platforms and planning posts.

This post is not about complaining, but giving you insight. I love what I do more than anything else and I couldn’t imagine a better use of my time. I hope you can feel the love I put in my content and pictures. Your lovely comments very often make my day and I am the most grateful girl in the world for being able to live my crazy fashion life.

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Lovely Home: Living in Pastel Pink

14th July 2015 7 Comments

Curtains: Urban Outfitters – Chair: Kartell – Pillow: Best Home Fashion

Flamingo Teacup: Denise O’Sullivan

Hearts Mug: Miss Etoile – Spheric Money Bank: Studio Arhoj

Fan: Muji – Candle in a Jar: Flamingo Candles – Geometric Paper Vase: Future Days

Side Table: Hay – Round Carpet: Myfelt

Style doesn’t stop at your doorstep, and neither does the love for pastels and pink! Pastel colours have been very popular in home decor in the 80s, this summer they are back. In my opinion, they are here to stay because they are a life philosophy and not just a trend.

Pastel pink goes with nearly everything: Combine it with a soft gray, strong neons, other pastel shades or mix it up with metallic elements in gold or copper. If you don’t feel like turning your whole home into a pink paradise and overstretch your budget, just a few pink accents will change your home and revive your sweet girlie dreams.

Pastels are incredibly gentle and living in those soothing shades makes you live in your candy colour wonderland. Who doesn’t dream of this…

Lovelies, do you like pastels at home and what do you think about my pink pastel inspiration?

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Who is the cutest cartoon character in the universe? Hello Kitty, of course, cause her cute face is everywhere! Did you ever realize that your favourite cat doesn’t have a mouth? Since somebody told me I can’t forget about this.

Do you love Asian goodies too? Enter my giveaway to win a Blippo Surprise Kawaii Bag.

What I found in my box

What I think about the Gold Rush box

Do you love Asian goodies too?
Enter my giveaway to win a Blippo Surprise Kawaii Bag.