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It’s D.D. bag day!

The evolution of a iconic bag, that’s something worth celebrating right? And so we did with cocktails Thursday night, in the Tod’s boutique on the P.C. Hooftstraat in Amsterdam.
Even though it was raining outside, the store felt cozy and summery. The renewed D.D. Bag collection is familiar yet fresh, with its characteristic rolled handles and exposed edges. Their latest model, the green python version is such an eye catcher. On my wishlist √.
But it was not only about the D.D. Bags that night. My oh my, the store was filled with amazing summer must haves. Adorable high heel sandals (Karin confirms that they’re very comfortable to wear since she is a Tod’s heels addict), stylish wedges and Gommino moccasin loafers in many different bright colors. May, can we please get some sun now? [AJ]

pics by Tod's | Anna Jacobs

Good, better, best. Ultimate!

Sensai, the sequel. Following our Talkies Sensai Beauty Lunch last September, we gathered for round 2 in the new Andaz Hotel in Amsterdam yesterday. Welcomed by the lovely team of Sensai (all the way from Japan) and host Kristina, editor-in-chief of Talkies Magazine.
After exchanging our experiences on using Sensai products the last 2 months, it’s time for a revelation.
Just when you think that nothing good beat the luxurious Sensai Premier line, their latest treasure is even better, here to stay ànd will replace the Premier line. Named Ultimate, do I need to say more?
Triggered by the beauty secret that the hands of women who spin silk are beautifully smooth, luminous and hydrated, despite  being subjected to harsh conditions, this knowledge led Sensai to discover Koishimaru Silk. This luxurious fibre has the ability to help create hyaluronic acid’s who keep the skin full of moisture. That means anti-aging and a firm but yet silky skin. We all want that.

Will keep you in the beauty loop, since our goodiebag contained a luxurious silk box with the Ultimate line. I know, it’s a tough job but somebody has to do it. [KB]

pics by Talkies Magazine et moi
Sensai.com | Ultimate in stores early 2013

Luxe for all

The largest Dutch newspaper – De Telegraaf – relaunched it’s full colour supplement: LUXE. Reason for editor-in-chief Michou Basu to throw a luxury launch party at the marvelous Conservatorium Hotel in Amsterdam. Think chic finger food and lot’s of Moet & Chandon bubbles. *plop*
Michou wants to introduce luxury to all and leads the way for her readers.
We liked the tableau vivant of italian fashion brand Siviglia, which resembled an old dutch master painting. Oh, and let’s not forget about the goodiebag. [KB]

Luxury Invitation: Private Sale Party

‘My taste is quite simple. I only want the best.’

Met deze quote opent de website van een van de oudste juweliershuizen ter wereld, Schaap en Citroen Juweliers. Wij visualiseren hierbij een LBD, killer heels en daarbij dat prachtige Tamara Comolli Mikado Flamenco collier met blauwe topaas, amethyst en citrine.
Of sneaker wedges, skinny jeans onder een zwart colbert met leren armcandy vol juwelen bedels van Tirisi. Boho chic, it is.
Lopen wij langs de juweliersetalage, dan worden we als door onzichtbare touwtjes aange- trokken en moéten we wel kijken. Inclusief mental note voor subtiele hint aan man of vriend.
Maar stappen ook net zo makkelijk alleen naar binnen om een collectie te bezichtigen en te passen. En dan blijken die gouden oorbellen toch echt perfect gemaakt voor bij dat vintage Chanel jurkje. Inpakken als kadootje met strik erom? Ja, graag. Because we’re worth it!
Naast juwelen van internationale bekende merken voert Schaap en Citroen Juweliers hun eigen Highlight Collection, prachtige unieke stukken met diamant waarvan er soms maar één ter wereld gemaakt is.

Private Sale Party
Schaap en Citroen Juweliers organiseert een private sale party, exclusief toegankelijk voor members van Designer-Vintage. Deze party is uniek en eenmalig waarbij tegen hoge kortingen (max. 50%) de mooiste juwelen en horloges kunnen worden aangeschaft. Hoe fijn, zo vlak voor het party season. Het wordt een inspirerende meet ‘n greet met vrouwen die, net zoals wij, van een luxury lifestyle houden. Denk aan glaasje bubbles, cocktails (shaken, not stirred), international DJ, fingerfood en diamanten… Bring it on.

Women only? Nee, hoor
De locatie van dit unieke event is in Amsterdam en is een showroom voor high-end luxury items waar hubby of vriend behoorlijk blij van wordt. Die is dan ook van harte welkom. Een deel van de locatie is ingeruimd voor luxury cars (Ferrari! Maserati! Bentley!), luxe jachten en motoren. Toys for boys, inderdaad. Kunstenaar Peter Diem zal live aan het werk te zien zijn. Hoed u voor verfspatten.

Aanmelden
Deze Schaap en Citroen private sale party vindt plaats op donderdag 22 november van 17.00 – 21.00 uur in Amsterdam. Opgeven kan via sale@schaapcitroen.nl o.v.v. naam, adres, telefoon en email. Een gedetailleerde persoonlijke bevestiging volgt. Er is een gelimiteerd aantal plaatsen beschikbaar. We are so looking forward to seeing you there! [KB]

pics by Schaap en Citroen Juweliers. 
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L’ Atelier de Jan Taminiau

That was quite an invitation by AbnAmro Fashion Desk & Mazars. Visiting the atelier of renowned Dutch Couturier Jan Taminiau in the countryside close to Amsterdam. And not only that, the master himself was there to guide us through his amazing collection of couture pieces. Speaking with passion about the delicacy of the fabrics he prefers to work with, the road to creation and his inspiration.
Only the finest of fabrics and embroideries qualify, some even from Atelier Lesage in Paris. In this 130-year old unique studio, bought by Chanel in 2002, the most complex needlework is created by hand for the biggest names in fashion.
The dresses and his  a m a z i n g shoes (all praise to the models walking them) are pure pieces of art. We start saving to own one. [KB]

Oh My Goodiebag: Sensai!

Our favourite invitations? A ladies lunch. Or better, a ladies beauty lunch. “How come your skin looks so young and radiant?”
This is the question beautiful Kristina Bozilovic, editor of Talkies Magazine, hears over and over again. Time to invite an intimate group of ladies to share her beauty secrets with. And yes, lucky me.

Her beauty secret all is about Sensai Kanebo. The Japanese company with products built on ancient eastern traditions. We were introduced to their top line, Sensai Premier. An upgrade for my skin (and my bathroom: chic black bottles!) since we received The Lotion and The Creme in our goodiebag. Will keep you posted on the results.
And that was not all,  Metro Sneakers introduced us to their newest addition: Le Sneakette. Available from January 2013, but you will see us on our new blue python sneakers around November. Oh my goodiebag, indeed. [KB]

Elegance Awards 2012

Some events have it all… The 3rd Elegance Awards had The Grand Amsterdam hotel as decor – impressive historical building from 1578 – ànd is located just around the corner.
A homerun on high heels for us. Easy.
Five stylish dutch ladies were awarded with the Elegance Award, initiated by Hollands oldest glossy magazine: Elegance. And the winners are…:

young talent: Sigrid ten Napel

twenties: actrice Sylvia Hoeks

thirties: singer Do

forties: actrice Monique Hendrickx

fifties: writer Jessica Durlacher

It was a ladylike afternoon with cocktails, fingerfood and a lot of Chanel bags. Uhm yes, I was caught in the act. Tweeting in a corner. Guilty. [KB]

Vogue’s FNO Amsterdam #1

Our first Fashion Night Out is around the corner… On thursday september, 13 it’s all about Fashion with a capital F in Amsterdam. Both in Amsterdam-South (PC Hoofstraat area) and in the centre (Bijenkorf department store) you will find luxury shops open till 22.00 hrs. They will host in-store parties (*plop*) and present special editions.
Fashion’s Night Out is an initiative which started in 2009 by Vogue-US-Editor Anna Wintour. Designed to get us all out shopping at a time when the economy was struggling. It soon became a global shopping event and since we now have our very own Dutch Vogue, we also have our very first Dutch Vogue FNO.

Department store De Bijenkorf has fashion events planned on every floor. Meet ‘n Greet with Dutch Designers (take a cover shoot with Viktor & Rolf!) or go for a signed issue of fashion illustrator Piet Paris latest book. Thanks for the invite @Vogue, we’ll be around. [KB]

pics by Bijenkorf | Viktor & Rolf | Piet Paris illustration

Elegance Socialite Page

Holland’s oldest fashion magazine, since 1937!, Elegance has it’s september issue not only  filled with beautiful FW12/13 fashion, but is also known for their socialite pages. Who was where when and what were they wearing. The things we want to know.
Well, I was at the yearly Cartier Summer Polo and wore an white silk shirt by Equipment, Panama hat and Christian Roth sunglasses. They labeled it a surprising interpretation of elegance due to accents in gold. Might have sometime to do with my watch. [KB]

Skin\\\Fonie by ILJA

We think her style is feminine and delicate, but yet powerful and strong. All the characteristics we women need, right? Dutch Designer Ilja Visser  presents her couture collection ILJA twice a year and shows a limited range of her unique pieces. Her designs are based on the refined craftmanship in tailoring and are manufactured in her Amsterdam atelier.

All the vibes revolve around fashion next week in Amsterdam. Yes, it’s  Amsterdam Fashion Week from July 11 – 15.
On Thursday July 12, Ilja Visser presents her highly exclusive couture defilee in Amsterdam, showing her FW12/13 SKIN///FONIE collection. And… we may give away two tickets to this wonderful couture event! It gets even better: this invitation also includes the aftershow with bubbles & bites.

Share, Like & Win

Like us on Facebook and share our Ilja Visser post.  You might be the one who attends this exclusive event. We will announce the winner on Sunday evening, July 8 on Facebook. We say: save the date! [KB]

invitation is valid for 2 persons

pics by Ilja Visser | Peter Stigter | Alljan Moehamad