Enough is Enough

I told you I'd be wearing a lot of black and leather this fall, but I know it's time for some color in this blog sooner rather than later! I'll do my best, I promise! Greece will do me extremely good next week, because I am tired (snoring here myself when I keep hearing myself complaining over it repeatedly), pale and very exited to get away for a while again, even tho it hasn't been too long since last time. Who knew I would be in such need for heat, change of scenery and new daily routines so soon? 

This holiday is going to do both me and Greta good, that's for sure. 

Other than that I just wanted to wish you all a happy Saturday <3.

LOVE

dress andiata// boots zara// bag dolce& gabbana// earrings chanel

10 things you didn't know about me

My favorite animal has always been and still is the penguin. One of my all time favorite movie is the "march of the penguins". It's all about survival and it's rather harsh, but it shows beauty in simplicity and reminds me of what life is really all about.

I don't eat any fruit candy (only chocolate and sometimes but rather rarely liquorice), simply because I don't like it.

When I'm at home, I sing constantly!

I am and have always been very good at nurturing my friendships. I ALWAYS find time to see my friends and talk to them in one way or another, no matter what I'm doing and where I am in the world. No boyfriends, honeymoon phases, jobs or time differences are an excuse to me!

I am a nail biter in recovery.

Exercise is therapy to me, only cheaper.

Before I became a mother nothing could make me cry. Now I tear up every day.

I wear glasses most of the time.

I have noticed that only friends that I could eat a dinner with naked ( in theory ;D), are the people I want to spend time with and the friends that have stuck around from year to another! My friends know everything about me and I want to be comfortable, expose everything and just be myself around them.

I am terrible at math!!!

picture by Elina Simonen

twisted business vol 2

dress andiata// gloves hm// turban zara// shoes louboutin// sunglasses ray ban

hair and makeup by Natasha Smee

Regret

Hi, I hope you all are doing fine<3.

Today on my daily morning walk I passed by a school yard. There were lots of children playing, and I slowed down to watch them play. When I got closer I saw something that caught my eye, a little girl sitting on a rock all by herself, looking very sad. She was all alone in the middle of an otherwise hectic yard. I stopped because my first instinct was to walk up to her, give her a hug and ask her if she was ok, but I didn't. I froze and couldn't come up with anything to say to comfort her. I thought that maybe she'd be afraid of me, because I would have had to walk through gates to get to her. 

Now, I regret not saying or doing anything, and I can't get this moment out of my head. Even the thought of all the bullying going on between children makes me so incredibly sad, and it hurts my heart thinking that so many children suffer at school. I can't even bare the thought of others being mean to my baby, but no matter how strong, confident and well I try to rase my child, some things are out of my reach, and that's just how it is. I regret not acting today, but now I know that the next time I will! 

Kindness is everything in this world<3

pictures: pinterest

Blog flea

Olen lisännyt valtavan määrän vaatteita blogikirppikseen ;D. Löydät sen tästä!

Happy shopping!

bootie-licious

I love combining boots with bare legs and a dress. It's a very difficult combination to wear here in Finland, where the seasons change in a blink of an eye. One day it's summer and the next day it's winter with a few rainy day's in between ;). Yesterday was the perfect day for this outfit that I have been longing to wear for a little while already. The sun was shining but the air felt perfectly fresh. 

These boots are about a year old from h&m and I am so happy I got my hands on these beauties before they sold out! They are just perfect!

<3

dress & gloves (fw 2014), boots from h&m// purse saint laurent// ring andiata// sunglasses ray ban

Sun is shining the weather is sweet

Good evening lovelies ;). How was your weekend? Last week was filled with activities for both me and Greta, and so was this weekend. I love seeing her play with other children and having a good time, so I try to take her out as much as possible. Today we celebrated Greta's friends first birthday (how cute is that? My heart is melting) and after that we stopped by at my besties house.

I am so happy, because me and bestie decided to take a little vacay together! We are going to Samos, Greece for 7 days! I'm so excited! Me, Greta and my best friend, how perfect?! Although I've been pumped for fall to arrive, I have to admit that sunshine, palm trees, greek salad, tsatsiki (yum!) and quality time with my girls, beats all the knits and boots out there. Opa to that!

Has anyone been to Samos? I would love to get some recommendations on what to do, where to go, what to see and most importantly where to eat?

Photo by Vilma Peltonen

she's a lady

dress andiata// gloves hm// shoes and purse chanel// sunglasses ray ban
makeup by Natasha Smee

Mommy life savers

When it comes to motherhood, there are a few purchasable items that have made it a lot easier for me to function from day to day and phase to phase. I know that every mommy and  baby is different and that children don't actually need so much "stuff", but I have found a few things that have come to be very helpful for me and my child. I thought I'd share my most helpful products her with you, if there are other mothers out there that happen to be looking for similar things to make their days easier.

1. My babybjorn has been extremely helpful and it is my number one most important thing when it comes to being a mother! Greta has from the very start been the kind of baby who wants to be carried around most of the time, so carrying her in this carrier has made it som much easier for me. She calms down immediately and I get my hands free. She also enjoys sitting in it facing forward (away from me) now when she is bigger. I have the model babybjorn active. 

2. I love these nursing bra's from glammom ! Stylish yet practical and offers great support.

3. When Greta was about 2 months old I took a baby massage class and begun to massage her every night before bedtime. She absolutely loved it and long gone was all kind of nighttime crying.

4. I still breast feed Greta and hopefully I will continue with that for quite a while, but when it was time to start introducing real food to her I found these  fresh food feeder  very helpful. It is a fun and interesting way to try different foods, and I didn't have to worry about Greta choking on chunks.

5. My mother bought Greta a silk hat from ruskovilla  , which triggered my obsession for ruskovilla in general. Love their products!

6. I sing a lot (a little too much if you ask my husband), so this song book with pictures and piano music has been a fun way for both me and Greta to discover and practice music. 

7. Greta is a messy eater, and I want to give her the chance to explore her foods wildly. This play tray made to fit  the stokke trip trap chair, makes it a lot easier for me when it's time to clean up.

Sloppy trench

trench zara// top& ring andiata// shorts levis// shoes coach// bag chanel

Unstructured, sloppy trench coats have been very current at the moment. I saw a gorgeous one at Filippa K, but since it is so thin it won't be enough to keep me warm soon when the temperature goes even further south. I decided to go for this less pricey option from Zara. It's perfect for warmer days going towards fall and it also works as a wrap dress when combined with a nice belt. Jewel toned olive green is actually one of my favorite colors, and I think it looks beautiful on blonds (the blonder the better) and against sun kissed skin. This particular trench is a bit dressier, but there are tons of options in most stores now. What do you reckon, hot or not? Something you would wear yourself?

Cravings...

As I mentioned earlier, I can't wait to totally get lost in fall fashion, and when I saw these red genuine leather pants at h&m my craving got even worse. I absolutely love the premium collection with more exclusive materials and higher quality products. They have everything from leather products to silk camisoles and cashmere sweaters and cardigans. I always want to buy everything! These pants are so gorgeous but they cost 249€, so I guess I'll wait a little and see if they really are a must have.

stuffed in lace

Good evening folks!

Today I took a looong walk all by myself in the morning. After my walk, my little family and I walked around town enjoying restaurant day, and at three o'clock it was time for a family brunch. 

I ate wayyy to much as usual, and I really really regret not taking today's outfit pictures BEFORE stuffing my face with salmon, potatoes, scrabbled eggs and of course dessert :D! 

Waiting to eat until three in the afternoon is apparently not a good idea for me. Note to self, always eat lunch at 12 pm!

Other than being uncomfortably full, it's been just another good old Sunday. 

What have you been up to? I feel like it's been unusually quiet here lately?

dress & boots zara// bag saint laurent// black ring andiata

Today's

top cos// jeans andiata// purse saint laurent// shoes louboutin// sunglasses ray ban

Last night

My grandmother from Sweden and her husband are here in Finland for a visit. Last night we all enjoyed some crayfish together here in our home. I am so happy Greta finally got to meet my grandmother! Greta is already nine months and such a big girl, and she loved being the centre of attention last night. 

I am a sucker for crayfish and most have eaten about twenty of them :D! The only downside is that my entire kitchen smells pretty disgusting this morning, even tho we took out the garbage and washed all the dishes last night! Well well it's only once or twice a year I guess, so maybe I'll just have to live with it :/.

 I'm sorry for bad pictures but these are all I have so I guess they're better than nothing, no?