Please don’t stop the music

I guess some of you have noticed that I’m a little music chick by heart. Lately I’ve actually got a lot of emails from you asking for more music tips on my blog. I’m not turning my blog into a music blog (some of you are probably very relieved to hear that), BUT those of you with Spotify are more than welcome to check out my little Eargasm baby. You’ll find it here! 

GINA TRICOT top H&M skirt COLOUD hello kitty headphones

Photo: Private

 

Burberry Jungle

  Animal printed women’s wear has been very popular season after season the last years. But NOW it’s time for our gorgeous men out there to join in.. Welcome to the jungle guys…!

Burberry Prorsum Fall 2013 Menswear Collection. Photos: Style.com

 

Horacio Salinas

…and this is how it’s done! In the last issue of W Magazine you’ll find the one of the best jewelry editorial I’ve ever seen. Horacio Salinas makes high end jewels to something playful and cute, but still very luxurious. Give us more!

 

Summer dress

Found the perfect dress for summer from Geztus the other day. With boots it doesn’t get that dressed up. Just the way I like it!

GEZTUS dress DIESEL boots MARIA BLACK ear ring

Photo: Private

 

Tear Sheets

Check out the new editorial we did for PudderPrint.com guys! Fab styling, on a hot model, among exquisite interior, shot by a very talented photographer. (And this time I was behind the camera.)

Art Director and Production: Me, Photo: Christian Bakstad, Styling: Hege Golf, Makeup: Linda Wickmann, Hair: Andrés Kløvstad, Model: Rikke K/Heartbreak Management

 

1990…

Even though my hair is straight from the 80s on this picture, I’m in a very “early 90s-mood” these days.. Guess it’s going to last through the summer. Denim, well worn t-shirts and golden accessories.. Hellooo mama!

MARIA BLACK earring and star necklace SECONDHAND denim jacket and t-shirt

Photo: Private

 

Sundsbø Memory Lane

Okay, so what’s your favorite editorial ever, I asked my friend Sølve Sundsbø. - Vogue China April 2009 with Magdalena Frackowiak”, he answered without hesitating. (And with good reason…)

 

Next season

Last week I did the annual tour to all the press agencies in Oslo to have a look at the collections for fall. To say that I’m already looking forward to fall would be a big lie. I want summer, now! BUT there were lots of nice pieces. By Malene Birger, COS, Hunkydory and Maria Black are just some of my favorites for next season.. But now.. SS13!

Photo: Alexander Norheim/The-Sceptic

 

California Waves

The photographer David Orias captures the world in ways our eyes cannot see… However the thing I DO see is that these color combinations are such an inspiration for summer dressing. Dark and light blue together with soft and creamy colors and a touche of gold. Mmmm! Living in California for a while wouldn’t hurt either…

 

Flower Power

Flower printed clothes are definitely not synonymous with grandmothers anymore. Dior, Carolina Herrera, Oscar de la Renta were just some of the designers who set the “blooming standard” this season. In the latest issue of Town and Country, Ruven Afanador has photographed this cute and playful editorial showing you how to wear this colorful trend this summer. (Like I told you; I have flowers on my mind)

Photo: Ruven Afanador. Styling: Hanna Teare.

 

MMM FOR BLK DNM

BLK DNM has proved that they really know how to do dead drop rock and roll wearable and make sexy, laid-back leather pieces to cover our shoulders. An extra applause for the presentation of the collection. Artistic photos shot by the designer Johan Lindeberg himself. In other words; a multi-talented man!!!

 

Purple Fashion

An over-the-top-cool editorial of Miranda Kerr is just one of many reasons to buy the latest issue of Purple Fashion. The innocent-looking Victoria Secret model shows us that she can do more than just look damn good in lingerie.

The drawing on the cover is made by Mathias Augustyniak. Very cute!

 

Coca-Cola

Backstage for a Shape Up editorial. Here in my new favorite t-shirt at the moment. ”Coca-Cola” in red!  I’m tempted to say that Coca-Cola is for wearing not for drinking. (Well, now I just did)

Makeup: Bella Leikanger Mork

 

Joris Delacroix

People who are close to me know that music is one of my (many) passions in life. Therefor my heart just made a flip flop when I discovered this DJ who makes cool music and has a great sense when it comes to album covers. Music and art work so damn well together.

Dj: Joris Delacroix (“La mat” is defintly worth checking out)

 

Darius Magazine

“Darius is a moment of passion and pleasure, a pause for dreams and desire, a fresh breeze of seduction and inspiration.” 

Dear Darius Magazine! Congrats with an exquisite first issue!  Quite frankly, the magazine reminds me more of a table book than a magazine. Here are some sneak peaks of the  beautiful editorial “Hello I love you won’t you tell me your name” shot by Jens Stoltze. Quite a love story! Give us more Darius!

Dariusmag.com

 

Lilac

You know spring is here when you start to wear your bohemian see-through blouses and dye your hair purple… (Just kidding.. no purple hair )

H&M blouse TRIUMPH underwear unknown necklaces

 

Mardou&Dean/Ingrid Bredholt

I think YOU should read the interview I did on Mardou&Dean designer Ingrid Bredholt for PudderPrint.com. Not only does she make killer pieces every season, she is also one of those girls who is loaded with good stuff between her ears.

Here I am in an outfit from their SS13 collections.

 

Man Ray

“I paint what cannot be photographed, that which comes from the imagination or from dreams, or from an unconscious drive. I photograph the things that I do not wish to paint, the things which already have an existence.” - Man Ray

 

Tavi

Remember the eleven year old fashion blogger named Tavi? The girl on front row with light, blue hair, big round glasses and a geeky- boyish style? Well, the “little kid” has become an young lady now. And what a chic and feminine, little lady! Check out her genius blog The Style Rookie!

 

ELLE

There’re  lots of reasons for buying the newest ELLE (interview with the designer darling Victoria Beckham just to mention), but also this shopping guide styled by Caroline Skjelbred! Love how true that girl is to her “signature look”. Always feminine and playful with a lot of things “going on” in the styling!

Photo: Fred Jonny. Styling: Caroline Skjelbred. Makeup: Anne- Cecilie Olavesen. Hair: Andrés Kløvstad.

 

Black & Gold

I really doubt that Sam Sparro was talking about fashion when he sang “Black & Gold” in the musical Fame. But now, I do. I’m saying goodbye to white tank tops for a while and hello to the black ones. Paired with golden simplicity.  Black & Gold… Black & Gold.. Tralala!

COS bra and tank top DOGEARED bow necklace MARIA NILSDOTTER bracelet VINTAGE cross necklace

Photo: Private

 

Area of interest

….. and I was speechless

Michael Chase uses colors, distortion, layering, and digital manipulation when he creates his insanely interesting and beautiful art. And when you look through his art it’s easy to see that this is an artist who never will stop evolving and take his picture to a new colorful horizon. Rest your eyes on his colorful art here

 

Karmoie

Yo! Zup? The birds have started to sing again which means – SPRING IS HERE! I had a meeting with the new Norwegian brand Karmoie the other day for an article on PudderPrint. And EYE CANDY, HELLO! I am so excited about their design that I had to borrow these chic, burgundy babies just to show you.

P.s: For every pair of sunglasses a customer purchases, a pair of eyejusters is donated to different charity projects in Africa. Finally some design-oriented charity that isn’t dull and ugly.

 

Jonna Bergh

Some women aren’t like other women! STYLEBY’s editor-in-chief Jonna Bergh is one of them! With a working moral like dynamite and a sense of style that says “BOM! In-your-face” she is defiantly a fascinating lady in the fashion industry. Read the interview I did on her here on PudderPrint.com. Has Carine Roitfeld got a competitor?

Picture 1: ACNE leather pants GINA TRICOT top CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN shoes. Picture 2: ALTEWAI.SAOME top THOMAS SABO necklace.

Photos: Rami Hanna

 

The gentle news

It’s here! It’s here! It’s here! My favorite magazine is here!
Two times a year a new gentle woman is born. This season the magazine is filled with interviews with some of the most fascinating women of today such as Isabel Marant and Beyoncé. (A little digression; miss B. peforming during Superbowl!!!! – Hottie!!!) Back to the magazine.. A little bird also told me that our dear Norwegian model Iselin Steiro does her magic in one of the editorials. LET THE NEW SEASON BEGIN!

The gentle woman

 

News From Nowhere

I had never heard of the English electronic trio “Darkstar” until yesterday, when this album cover caught my eye! Hello paradise! I guess this is how it looks like in heaven! I haven’t figured out who the artist is but it looks like he has used some kind of digital print! Dear new technology, I would like to welcome you to the art-world.

 

Asian Models

Fei Sun

Liu Wen

Gwen Lu

Soo Joo

Due to a wealthier middle class in Asia (and Asia not being a part of the financial crises here in Europe.), Asia is getting a huge impact on the fashion industry in the rest of the world. Due to that, Asian models are really starting to set their standard in the model industry as well. Vogue, Victoria Secret, Prada, Kenzo are just a few of the clients who are crazy about “the Asian look”. Here are four (out of many) hot Asian models at the moment.

 

Mr. Joseph Blue

I have never had a favorite color up to recently. BLUE! Oh darling blue! I love you! In every different shade.

JOSEPH jacket THEYSKENS’ THEORY top MAURO GRIFONI belt H&M jeans

Photo: Private

 

Marianne Haugli

For those of you who understand Norwegian I suggest that you check out the latest interview I did on PudderPrint. Marianne Haugli is her name, and may I say that she is one of the most talented and admirable multi-artists we have here in Norway. Such a lady!

Photo: Christian Bakstad

 

The “well hello there jacket”

Home in Oslo after an inspiring and exhausting trip to Stockholm Fashion Week for Pudderprint. Full of work, laughter and more work. I have to say that Dagmar pulled off  one of the strongest collections this year. It’s exciting to see that a Swedish brand (which is known for their minimalistic and clean design) dare to go “the sexy road”, in a sharp uniform style. BOM! (See the collection and read my little review here) But before I’m going all “military-girl” the next fall, I’ll dig into this “well hello there jacket” from their coming summer collection.

Filippa K lavender top Dagmar jacket

 

Det Nye

This month you can read about my thought around fashion, sense of style and get a little sneak peak into my closet in the norwegian magazine Det Nye! Thank you sweet girls for featuring me!

 

Rush

“Hey, let’s make a sleek, sexy, kind of wet look- beauty editorial for PudderPrint!” “No, wait!  Let’s make a sleek, sexy, kind of wet look- beauty VIDEO for PudderPrint.” And so we did. Together with the director and Photographer Solveig Selj, makeup artist Tomas Erdis and the beautiful model Sophia V from Team Models we made this short little video with the only intention; to inspire! You’ll find it here on PudderPrint

And by the way! I am at Stockholm Fashion Week at the moment for PudderPrint.com. Check out the web-magazine for pictures and reviews from the very best Sweden has to offer.

 

Simplicity

Two days ago I did an editorial for the Norwegian ELLE. After we all screamed “It’s a wrap” (!) I asked the photographer if he could be a gentleman and take a quick snapshot of the new little treasure on my index finger. So.. yeah.. What more can I say.. Simplicity?

Maria Black ring from Wakakuu H&M earrings

Snapshot: Fred Jonny

 

Colorama

I am quite ecstatic over the editorial in the latest Costume! Lot’s of leather strong colors and just hot -hot – hot!

Styling by Mette Mortensen Photo by Mikael Schulz. Well done!

 

Amelie Hegardt

Say hello to the illustrator Amelie Hegardt, my new discovery! (Having mentioned that, Vogue Japan, Mac Cosmetics, Sephora and Harrods are some of her clients. In other words, not a hidden secret in the fashion industry.) Take a look at her amazing work here

 

Campaigns Spring/Summer 2013

Alexander Wang. Model: Malgosia Bela. Photographed by: Steven Klein.

Jimmy Choo. Model: Valerija Kelava. Photographed by: Angelo Pennetta.

Saint Laurent. Model: Edie Campbell. Photographed by: Hedi Slimane.

Pièce d’ Anarchive. Model: Arizona Muse. Photographed by: Paolo Roversi.

Prada. Models:  Vanessa Axente, Saskia de Brauw, Irina Kravchenko, Eva Herzigova, Sung Hee, Irene Hiemstra, Kirsten Owen, Sasha Pivovarova, Amber Valletta, Maartje Verhoef and Raquel Zimmermann. Photographed by: Steven Meisel.

Valentino. Models: Codie Young, Maud Welzen and Tilda Lindstam. Photographed by: Sarah Moon

Chanel. Models: Stella Tennant, Ondria Hardin and Yumi Lambert. Photographed by: Karl Lagerfeld.

Hunkydorey. Model: Anna Selezneva.  Photographed by: Marcus Ohlsson

We’re about to enter a new season of fashion which means loads of new campaigns shot by some of the best photographers in the world and fronted by the hottest models at the moment. Sometimes things aren’t to good too be true! Enjoy!

Photos: Fashiongonerogue

 

Voyeurs

It started out as an idea from an article I read; how men in the late 80′s went from being a “voyeur”/ a viewer to be “the viewed item” by women. Calvin Klein, Bruce Weber og Herb Ritts were some of the people who fronted this development”.

Together with the talented, Norwegian photographer Fred Jonny, some of the best male models in Norway at the moment and a handful of other contributors, we created the editorial “Voyeurs”.  Eye candy with a big “E”!! See the whole editorial at PudderPrint.com

 

Denim

StyleMags new issue is all about denim! And yesterday (early morning) they made a sweet little event to celebrate it. Jet lagged from India and in lack of caffeine, I quickly pulled together an outfit which didn’t have the slightest hint of denim. (I didn’t realize that before I entered the room 30 minutes later.) So.. Dear StyleMag! This blog post is for YOU! Congratulations with a great, first issue of 2013. Let them come! Let them come!

H&M skirt Acne belt Mauro Grifoni pants Unknown jewelry

Photo: Private

 

Glamour

The young Norwegian model Karoline Bjørnelykke is definitely killing it in the latest issue of Glamour Italia! And the styling: Mamma mia! Mi piace moltissimo!!!

Photographer: Fabio Leidi. Styling: Edoardo Marchiori.

 

India

Well, THIS is the reason why it has been pretty quiet on my blog the past few weeks. I have been enjoying some fantastic days at Amritapuri (an ashram in south India). But now I have only three days left, three sunsets and a gazillion of coconuts before I have to be back in business at home! Namaste!

Photo: Private

 

Nick Knight’s summer

Fashion photographer Nick Knight has captured his last summer through Instagram.  I’ve had these pictures on my desktop for a long time, and every time I look at them I find new elements or inspiring color combinations. Oh, nature.. Your so fucking beautiful!! (With or without an Instagram filter!)

Art by: Nick Knight

 

!!!

I am not saving the world through my job as a blogger, not as an editor and certainly not as a model. In fact I’m doing the total opposite! Even though the term ”fashion” is related to esthetic, art, experiences and feelings, a big part of it is about materialism and consumption. And hey, I’m going to be honest with you.. Finding that perfect necklace or those killer heels gives me a huge rush.

To have a ”passion for fashion” is not a new phenomenon. NO! Throughout history people have cared about how they dress, added new garments to their wardrobe and taken fashion forward. BUT as a consumer and observer it’s obvious that the whole thing is out of control. People give no more thoughts to buy a new blouse than they do a Cappuccino. Even though clothes are getting cheaper and cheaper it doesn’t mean that we can buy more and more of them. I know I’m not in the right position to tell you to stop loving clothes or buying them (And I don’t want to either), but I want to encourage you to put more passion into your choice of purchases and to love every single piece you buy or already own. As an example: My grandma has one white blouse which in her opinion is perfect. Therefore she treats it with love and tender care. She doesn’t need another one. I think she is a wonderful example. (Having mentioned that, I do own more than one white blouse…)

As I said, fashion doesn’t save the world. Our consumption is actually destroying it. But by being more conscious about our consumption, we could take fashion back to its “roots” and enjoy it for the joyful, playful and beautiful phenomenon it used to be.

Photo: Private

 

Inez & Vinoodh

“The image that comes out in a magazine or whatever, I see it more like an avatar of this person. It’s not really how they look, but it doesn’t matter. We always say a picture’s not reality. It was never meant to be” – Inez & Vindoodh for Industrie Magazine.

Photos: Inez & Vinoodh

 

ALTERED STATES

One of the artist you should keep an eye on in 2013 is Sang W F Kim! The young artist let the art speaks for itself, and let the audience define it. These are definitely my favorites from his previous work. An interesting and beautiful way of playing with identity!

Dive into more of his work here

 

Athena Procopiou

You probably think that you’re looking at a piece of art. Well, you kind of are, but you’re also looking at different scarfs from Athena Procopiou! – Really? You say! Yes, really! When I look at the different prints I feel like I’m being taken for a ride into space, where the surroundings look like a psychedelic fantasy world. Well, down to earth..! What to choose?

The scarfs can be bought at Net-A-Porter and My-Wardrobe

 

Like a blurry picture

The red dress! Maybe the most sexy garment of them all! But yet, slightly difficult to wear… I guess the secret is to tone it down. Make your outfit into a blurry picture: Not too obvious, but a  little bit more interesting. But that’s just a theory…

Wiksén dress

Photo: Private

 

 

Emma Elwin

Say hello to the chicest girl in town. (Or at least a Swedish town.) The ever so stunning Emma Elwin works as a fashion editor in the Swedish ELLE, and has a out-of-this-earth-great sense of style. I like the way she puts a Nordic touch to her French way of dressing. Delicate, edgy and confident!

Visit her blog here

 

Massiv Pink

Featured in the latest “Massiv”, together with a mix of great people. The editor in chief Nathalie Helgerud and photographer Stephen Butkus visited me a couple of weeks ago in order to have a photo taken. The photographer is normally behind the camera, but being a good looking guy, having a bunch of nice tattoos AND wearing light blue jeans, we thought he might be an excellent “accessory” for the pink suit. So the visitors did a spontaneously role shift.

The killer-pink dress is from Tiger of Sweeden!

Photos: Stephen Butkus (and Nathalie Helgerud)

 

A dancing love story

I don’t usually post videos on my blog, but this dancing love story made such a huge impression on me. Dancing has a very special place in my heart, and when love and passion between two people are shown through that form of expression, it just gave me chills all over my body!

Sigur Rós: Valtari on Nowness.com. Directed by Christian Larson. Choreographer Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui

 

MMM for H&M skirt

Two days left til “Maison Martin Margiela for H&M” hit the stores. And this skirt is definitely on my “Out of my way! I am going to have it” wish list. I look like a four year old kid who finally got her lollipop!

Photo: Elen Kristvik

 

Cass Bird

One of my favorite hobbies is to look for photographers I haven’t heard of. And good things come to those who wait! Recently I came a cross Cass Bird! In my opinion she has found that perfect sweet spot between taking edgy fashion photographies and more casual photos from the everyday life.

Photos: Cass Bird

 

Foxy

I’m was tempted to call my hairdresser and ask for a new haircut when I saw Karlie Kloss’s new new short locks of hair. I can’t decide if she looks young and feminine or grown up and feminene. But she’s foxy, that’s for sure!

Photos: Into The Gloss

 

Miami Vice

There are people who never could let go of the 80′s. I can assure you that I’m not one of those! Too much glam and big shoulders. But there is one exception! This awesome-pink-oh-my-God-suit from Weekday’s new brand Fade to W, designed by Stine Goya. And Elen baby darling.. I’ll bet Don Johnson would have been drooling over you (and the suit)

 

Gregory Colbert

I  get so inspired by the nature! So, lately I’ve used all my spare time to watch BBC’s documentary “The blue planet” and dive into the pictures by one of my favorite photographer Gregory Colbert.  A sweet escape from  all the concrete and asphalt.

Enjoy more of his art here

 

Vogue China

Sometimes you see an editorial which make you jump up and down on your chair like a crazy rabbit. These pictures from Vogue China did exactly that. The Swedish photographer Marcus Ohlsson is killing it behind the camera and Xiao Wang looks like a million dollar in front of it.

Photos: Fashnberry.com

 

A poem

Light grey and light blue!

We look like twins, I know we do

Face up and face down!

Winter is in town

(That was one awkward poem, I know) Anyway.. It is a pleasure to enter this (freaking) cold season with my fuzzy beanie and beloved friend ELE-ista!

Photo: Private

 

Cara Mia

Three times the charm! STYLE.COM/print issue number 3 is here! (Or from November 5 to be accurate) The cover is some of the best I’ve seen in a very long time! (And spoiled lipstick has never looked that good before.) You can pre order the magazine here

 

Caught

It started out as an idea. The idea was briefly discussed with my partner in crime, Christian Bakstad, and then it turned into an editorial for Pudderprint.com.  Six new promising models, introduced in the very best way. And may I say so, I enjoy being behind the camera as much as I enjoy being in front of the camera! (And no, I haven’t changed my name and turned into a boy. We were just testing the light)

Check out CAUGHT on Pudderprint.com here

 

pose

I am not crazy about the “SM trend” (black leather from top to toe), which we’ve seen a lot of this fall. Therefor it felt natural to pair this daring black leather dress with a cute baby blue beanie. (But as you see the posing didn’t come quite as natural…)

FWSS beanie KENZA dress

Photo: Mikkel Vigholt Petersen

 

The girls

Do you remember this editorial from Viva! Moda shot by Cameron Krone? Black dresses have never looked that feminine and sexy before, that’s for sure!

 

black

Well, as you may have noticed.. Just a liiittle obsessed with women’s suits these days.

ACNE pants JIL SANDER blazer BURBERRY shoes H&M body

Photo: Private

 

YES, please!

I wore this women’s suit from Tiger of Sweden yesterday (you’ll see why, in the end of November), and HELLO mama! Power-dressing is here to stay! It would be a pleasure to be the pink elephant in the room (or maybe more like the pink giraffe ).

 

Devendra Devendra

Dear Devendra! I love your style ´, the way you smoke and your face – so full of expressions! And even though  I’m more of an electronica/ house kind of girl, I actually like your music a little bit too..!

 

Pudder Print

Finally it’s official! Today we’re launching the web-magazine PudderPrint.com . This is something that I’ve been working on for a very long time and it feels… may I say awesome, to finally being able to show it to you.

The idea of Pudder Print is to create something beautiful, a place where creativity and inspiration can be shared through fashion, beauty and art. The web-magazine has its origin in the styling firm Pudder Agency.

Welcome to our world!

 

Spotted

To all the photographers out there! You’re so damn lucky to have a good excuse for wearing all this photo-stash day by day.

(Well.. I’ll guess I have to wander back to my compact camera now)

Photo: Private

 

Black Leather Perfection

I simply hate the expression “major cravings”.. So I have to find another way to tell you that I am madly, deeply in love with this leather jacket from J Brand. This is black leather perfection and I am ready to take a fourth job to afford it.

(I’ll guess I made my point)

 

Late nights

I know I ended my last post by saying “Let the chilly fall kick in! I am ready“. Well..  that doesn’t mean I’m not willing to torture myself through late nights, wearing pretty silk dresses. (Eeeh)

BY TI MO dress ZARA shoes  (the coat is designed by myself)

Photo: Christian Bakstad

 

JE T’AIME

DiorRochasDries Van NotenIsabel MarantCostume NationalBalmainCélineHaider AckermannBalenciagaFelipe Oliveira BaptistaHermèsKenzo

As I mentioned earlier this week… I intend to spend an embarrassing amount of time in front of my laptop during Paris Fashion Week, pressing the refresh button on Style.com every hour. And may I just say Holy banana! My eyes are literally drowning in beauty. Here are some of my favorites (so far).

Photos: Style.com

 

below the knee

Ever since I saw Victoria Beckham’s Fall 2012 collection, I knew that I was going for the below-the-knee pencil skirt this season. I just knew…!

H&M skirt BURBERRY boots VINTAGE jacket BY MALENE BIRGER belt

Photo: Private

 

Look De Paris

Not being in Paris right now feels AWFUL!!! Too much work here in Oslo right now.. I intend to use my spare time on style.com and stalking some of my Instagram-friends for Paris Fashion Week updates. In other words – No life! Yeah!

The drop dead gorgeous model and stylist Pernille Teisbæk is the lucky owner of this cool t-shirt from Opening Ceremony. Her blog, Look De Pernille, is absolutely worth seeing!

 

ELLE shopping

In ELLE’s shopping guide (which by the way is LOADED with wearable candy for the fall)  - you can read about mine and 7 other girls’ shopping tips for this season. Dig in!

 

StyleMag

There are some exciting times in Norway right now. (Well.. At least for us who have a certain interest for fashion.) A lot of new projects are about to start and first out is STYLEmag! Directed by Celine Aagaard – editor in chief! Today STYLEmag had their pre-launch, where I got hold of their first issue.. Two words: Fresha-Fresha!

(will be in stores from October 1 st.)

 

Fly baby bird, fly

I was looking through some pieces from Asger Juel Larsen. Suddenly some feathers and a god damn cool bomber jacket popped out. Touch me! Wear me! Take me, they screamed. Soo, I did!

Asger Juel Larsen from head to eeh.. the fingertips!

Photo: Mikkel Vigholt Petersen

 

WHEN THE SWEATER MET THE LEATHER PANTS

I been waiting for this day SOO LONG! I pre-ordered this hand colored sweater six months ago from Kevin Azzopardi and now it’s mine, touching my skin. I remember I thought it would look smokin’ with some black leather pants.. And guess what! Two days ago Santa came to town with these (can I say sexy?) leather pants from Wiksén. What’s the odds for that? So… Now I’m kind of busy dancing to house music in my apartment.

Photo: Private

The perfect neck

When it comes down to basics, I am a sucker for two things: The material and the small details that do the garment. Like this sweater! See how perfect the neck just curves up on both side. (Okay that’s a really nerdy way to talk about a sweater, but what the hell..)

MARDOU & DEAN sweater

Photo: Private

 

Grand opening

Yesterday Høyer Egertorget had their grand opening! Olala! Looking forward to let my eyes   dip in luxurious garments and delicious jewelries when it’s less crowded there.. Mardou & Dean lent me this jacket for the occasion. I have been in love since the day the jacket took its first step on the catwalk. Madre mia! Unfortunately it belongs to their next season.

Photo: Private

Snapshotted

“Snapshotted” by Alexander Norheim at the opening of Oslo Fashion Week.

There is no doubt that this boy is the most talented blogger in Norway when it comes to writing about fashion. When will we see you in Vogue Alexander?

ACNE skirt VINTAGE blouse BURBERRY boots JIL SANDER blazer

Photo: The-Snapshots

That cartoon t-shirt

 

Lying in my bed.. Sick! Bored! Feeling sorry for myself. Suddenly I remember a t-shirt I bought last week.  ”That cartoon t-shirt..! Hmm!”  Since I’ve seen all the big bloggers wearing exactly that type of t-shirt the last weeks (months?), I assume that this is very “right now” and probably something I should blog about too. I find a white wall. Strike a pose (ten), thinking that this is pathetic”, pressing publish and going back to bed.

Photo: Private

Jonathan Varcoe

Watch out for Jonathan Varcoe everybody! Not only is he a talented (and very good looking) model, he is also a brilliant artist who makes amazing and kind of playful drawings. His last job was the cover for CLMD singles “Black Eyes And Blue”. (Rumors say that he will be doing their next single too) We want’t to see more from you Varcoe!

Jean Shrimpton

Yesterday I did some research for a guest- blogpost about beauty icons throughout times, and suddenly Jean Shrimpton walked her way into my computer. Of course I’ve seen her on the iconic Harper’s Bazaar cover shot by Richard Avedon, but I never knew her name.. And holy Jesus Christ, she is beautiful!

For those of you who understand Norwegian, read the final article on Parfumeriebloggen.no

Mardou & Dean

A lot has been said about Norwegian fashion.. This season Mardou & Dean proved all the pessimists wrong by showing a kick ass mind blowing collection. There is a cockiness behind every pieces in their collection that I find really interesting. For the first time I’d rather watch a fashion show than doing it myself. Standing applause for the two designers! See the whole collection here

Photo: Steven Stieng

ELLE

ELLE: Ada, we want you to style the long west in three different ways. Do you take the challenge? … SURE!!! And here is the result! Read the whole article in the latest issue of ELLE. Hope you get inspired to put on the long west again!

Photo: Christian Bakstad

Bang

Busy bee running in boots (I would love to say heels though..)

H&M skirt MARIA BLACK ring VINTAGE t-shirt and neclases BURBERRY boots

Photo: Private

Black

Dear black! I just wanted to say that I find you so elegant, sensual and edgy. And I love you no matter what form you take. Rich black, leather black, deep black, silk black.. I want you in my life forever!

by TI MO dress

Photo: Martin Johansen

Collaboration

Wiksén

Here is my top five looks from Wiksén’s SS13 collection! Look at that leather! Holy s*** I can’t wait to get my hands on those pieces. I said this the last year, but this is definitely their strongest collection so far. A big hurray for their Supremes feisty sexiness inspired collection! Check out their new web-site here

Photo: Kristoffer Skjæringrud

Old New Borrowed Blue

Enjoying Copenhagen these days  (and this pair of licorice love!)

BURBERRY shoes JIL SANDER blazer GENETIC DENIM jenans BITTE KAI RAND sweater

(Plus my friends Chanel purse.. What do they say? Something old, something new
something borrowed, something blue )

Photo: Christian Bakstad

Picnic

Yesterday my friend and talented photographer Ole Marius Fossen went out in the wood for some serious picnic. Oh boy we had a lot of fun! Food, juice, pine needles and ducks all over the place. I finally got the chance to use my new vintage bag. It’s so classy and beautiful! (Maybe a little bit to classy for a day in the woods, but what the hell.)

VINTAGE bag DAVID ANDERSEN necklace BIKBOK shirt

Esra Røyse

Dear Esra Røyse.. Yesterday you got a new fan! Your drawings are amazing! Cool, quirky and simply beautiful. Definitely something I want on my wall in the nearest future! Check out her website here

Sunday

I have this thing for well-worn t-shirts! And when it’s Sunday you’re actually allowed to wake up and just add some jeans to the t-shirt you wore while sleeping, put on some converse and your favorite necklace – and be ready for a coffee

Photo: Christian Bakstad 

 

The heartbreakers

What do you get if you pair A hint of peppermint with one of the greatest photographers in Norway – Christian Bakstad, a polaroid camera and nine Heartbreak models (in their panties)? Well, that’s up to you to decide…

ADA MARTINI/ RIKKE/ EMMA CLARE/ CELIN/ MARIA KRISTIN/ LISE/ RIKKE KATHRIN/ INGVILD/ ADA KRISTINE heartbreak model agency

Photo: Christian Bakstad

The little black blazer

In my opinion the designer Raf Simons has taken Jil Sander to a whole new level. And it’s sad that he won’t be doing Jil Sander anymore (even though he had a freaking good start at  Dior). To have one of his latest items in my wardrobe feels truly special.. I would say heavenly! Magical! Breathtaking! Splendid! (Okay, I’ll guess you got the point?)

JIL SANDER blazer ZARA shoes (SIPREX KACI photographers dog)

Photo: Christian Bakstad

Kesler Tran

Kesler Tran, I am speachless!

The LA based photographer takes raw and sexy photos like I’ve never seen before.  ”How do you get to photograph all the girls? -Actually, I grow them in my backyard.”

Visit his tumblr and website for more perfection!

Birthday girl

I have been wearing this yummy dress on my birthday the last three years. And yesterday, on my 22th birthday, was no exception! My family and I went hiking in a middle age city called Erice in Sicily. They in sportswear from head to toe. Me in pink fine silk! Got to stick to some traditions, you know!

DESIGNERS REMIX dress BURBERRY shoes VINTAGE purse and shawl

Photo: Private

The day when a sleeping mask became fashion

I know it’s a bad bad thing to snoop around in your friend’s underwear drawer. But guess what? I just did.! (In my defense I was badly in need for some styling for a little art project that Christian and I are up to.. Stay tuned). Anyway, back to the snooping.. Between thongs and bras I found this little sinner. A Jil Sander kind of way of wearing a sleeping mask! Hah!

Photo: Christian Bakstad

Personae

And the Norwegian magazine Personae does it again..! In their latest issue you can find this eye candy of an editorial. Quite interesting how the styling works so well with the beautiful models Ada Martini and Torkel. Both with a minimalistic, Nordic look. Give me more! Give me more!

STEFFEN OFTEDAL photo OIL RULNES makeup EIRIK THORSEN hair

Boots

All roads lead to Rome! And to the perfect boots. Have been looking at websites as net-a-porter, luisaviaroma and my-wardrobe for months with no luck. But suddenly I found these rockstarts on sale at BIK BOK. Oh happy days!

Photo: Private

Dior Flowers Raf

Ever since Raf Simons started designing for Jil Sander he has been one of my favorite designers. But after seeing his first debut haut couture collection for Christian Dior I am completely hooked. He kept Dior’s iconic look and transformed it into modern perfection. With Simons in charge we have some exciting upcoming seasons!

See the rest of the beauty here

Francesca Woodman

I always find inspiration on S Magazine’s blog. In this case, Francesca Woodman! She was such a fascinating woman!  Unfortunately she committed suicide at the age of 22. Her photographies are a mix of dreams, romance and femininity. But also with ghostly elements. This young lady managed to create a lot of beauty while she was alive, and she sure left traces.

ELLE party

Friday night ELLE threw their 15 Years Anniversary Party! Boy, we had a lot of fun! After a few (okay, so more than a few) drinks, Alexander Norheim and I went back in the garden for some “pose pose”.  I wish I could show you more pictures from that night, because I can assure you that there were A LOT of gorgeous people with great style. Anyway.. Happy birthday ELLE!

BITTE KAI RAND sweater SU MISURA bracelet VINTAGE clutch and ring SECONDHAND half slip and scarf BURBERRY shoes

Photos: The-Snapshots

Feather

So, I have this thing for feathers. Simply because they represent important things in my life. I found this perfect shaped, golden feather at SuMisura and it’s from an old Christian Lacroix creation. When I saw it I just knew I had to make something out of it, so the sweet lady in the jewelry store actually customized it for me. Thank you so much SuMisura!

Photo: Private

Tuula

If someone asked me what I would like to wear this weekend, I would definitely have shown them this styling. Hot hot hot!

EMILIO PUCCI dress, KARL jacket, GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI boots.

Photos by stunning Tuula

Derek Lam

Derek Lam showed a couple of cool pieces from the resort 2013 collection! And hello shoezy shoezy! I can tell you one thing! I will certainly stroll down the streets of… (?), wearing these delicious sweethearts next season.

Photos: Vogue.com

The-Sceptic

I find this picture so amusing! The styling and the colors make me in such a good mood! Weekend mood!

Jil Sander shirt Maison Martin Margiela pants Nike sneakers Oakley sunglasses Marc by MJ watch

Photo: The-sceptic

Indian Summer

So here is how it looked like when we shot the cover and editorial Indian Summer for Massiv. The picture were taken by Stephen Butkus and Nathalie Helgerud did the pretty awesome styling.  Oh boy, if I only could be an Indian forever…! To sum up the day in one sentence: Feathers, sun and a lot of fun! You can see the result in the newest issue of Massiv

Behind the scene pictures: Nathalie Helgerud

Yvonne Es

The beautiful artist and model Yvonne Es describes the big city life as a controlled chaos. “Lines of people, love, hate fashion, politics.. My paintings represent exactly that”, she says. I find it very fascinating how she uses colors and and patterns to express this in an abstract way. See more of her eye-catching artwork here

Black leather

I still have wet dreams about these Chanel Leather pants after trying them on a while ago. I would have styled them “the Grease way”, and done some serious dancing. Unfortunately I have to keep it as a dream..for now. Darn!

Photo: Private

David Benjamin Sherry

To see the nature through David Benjamin Sherry is such an inspiring and joyful experience. Dip your eyes in his beautiful art here

The four pictures are from his Birth In Futureverse collection

Me and my granny

Okay, so here’s the deal! My grandma is the owner of the nicest blouse on earth. The problem is… she thinks so too. I had to use all the dirty tricks in order to borrow it. “Dinner every week, washing, flowers – you know.. granny stuff.  It worked!

Photo: Private

Veronica B Vallenes

Ever since I saw this baby blue from Veronica B Vallenes AW12 collection, I’ve had soft and tender dreams about it.  There is already a hanger in my closet longing for its embrace when the fall comes. Patriksson PR agency let me borrow it for a little something something that you’ll see in August.

Photo: Private

Bohemian wedding

I was lucky enough to borrow this vintage dress, that by Ti Mo used as inspiration for their next season. It’s like a want to put it in a big frame and hang it on my wall! (But first: I have to find a bohemian wedding where I can wear it barefoot)

Photo: Private

Martin Johansen

The up-and coming photographer Martin Johansen took some pictures of me a couple of days ago. And I’m telling you guys, remember his name, because you will see more from this man in the future..

Photos: Martin Johansen

Flowers and lace

Look at this masterpiece of a jacket! Jostein Wålengen, a good friend of mine, is selling vintage treasures and when I saw this I couldn’t resist. This black beauty is from 1975 and is made with a special lace technique. And let me just say: Look at those beautiful details!!

Tumblr

I have to admit that I’m not that kind of a tumblr junkie. Like many others I’m hooked on Instagram (adsen) and Pinterest. BUT I have to introduce you to my (only) favorite tumblr Chic Garden. Definitely worth a look, whether you’re a “instagrammer”, “blogger” or just love beautiful photos.

Without being looked upon as a total pessimist.. I didn’t feel like going for a summer outfit (yet).

Arnie Says sweater Samsøe Samsøe shorts Diesel boots

Photo: Stephen Butkus

Pastel party

Late summer nights, red wine, bad habits, high heels and your favorite dress

Malin Woie jacket by Ti Mo dress Céline shoes Amma necklace

Photo: Private

Pink trip

I found out that it was about time to take my new, white dress and adorable bike on a little trip in the park. As you can see my bike accidentally matches the trees. (Yeah right!)

by Ti Mo dress Su Misura, Vintage, Amma necklace

Photo: Private

Night air

I feel that I’ve been wearing a piece of the night today! You see, since I was a little child I’ve always compared the night with a dark, velvet blanket. Soft, light and blue… Sleep tight!

Ralph Lauren vintage sweater Genetic Denim jeans CÉLINE shoes

Photo: Christian Bakstad

Shoedrobe

What doesn’t kill you makes your legs longer and outfit cooler (I said to myself, and bought these sexy babes)

CÉLINE shoes

Photo: Private

!

No power walk, just power talk!

April, May jacket Soaked in Luxury singlet from Emmshop Genetic Denim jeans Tom Ford sunnies

Photo: Private

Holzweiler

Yesterday Holzweilery Agency threw a nice and intimate party concerning their launch of a new scarf collection. The scarves have different expressions and come for sale in rolls. In other words, forget about one one-size. Say hello to any size. (And I’m going for the big one)
Thank you Holzweiler for a great evening! It was ALOT of fun!

Photos: Private

On the set

So this is how it looked like when we shot the by Ti Mo Fall12 lookbook. To sum up the day: Delicate clothes and a lot of fun!

Charmaine Olivia

Have you heard about Charmaine Olivia before? Well you should! The San Francisco based artist paints and draws pictures where she plays with laces, ghosts, sexuality and flowers. She also cooperates with other artists. Like these pictures where she uses herself as a model. I want to see more!

Pictures: Charmaine Olivia

Slow morning

What is better than waking up way too early, take a good stretch and crawl back into bed for at least one more hour. If you were wondering.. I had that type of morning today! Tudelu!

Ganni sweater from Emmshop by Ti Mo panty

Photo: Private

Tess Greig

Watch how the artist Tess Greig manage to capture the women’s strength and sexuality in each picture. Near and intense! Take a look at her website for more beautiful drawings inspired by the pop culture and style icons.

Art by: Tess Greig

Red White Gold

There is something very feminine and relaxed about a striped cashmere sweater.  Paired with these bracelets it makes a perfect look. AND, it’s such a joy having my sign around the wrist every day. The Cancer means so much to me!

Ganni sweater from Emmshop SuMisura bracelets Acne jeans

Photo: Jostein Wålengen

Honey to the Bee

Please welcome the new, online magazine Haunt Mag to the world! The London based web magazine is a visual diary of esthetics and beauty. The editorial “Honey to the Bee” really caught my eye. So young, innocent and playful!

Styling: Lotte Shephard, Makeup and hair: Sara Schultz Pedersen, Photo: Rebecca Hawkes


Snapshots

I got so flattered when Alexander Norheim, Norway’s best street style photographer, asked me for a picture to his blog. Thank you ever so much for the nice words! Check out more of his inspiring photos on The-Snapshots.com

Uniforms for the dedicated sweater Christina Ledang skirt These Glory Days beanie Givenchy shoes

Oh, happy days!

Remember what I said about the cold weather? I guess I have to take it back! Now, coffee, sun and some more freckles!

H&M dress Diesel shoes Etsy and Su Misura bracelet

Photo: Private

The designers

Think about ALL the beautiful pieces of art which have been created by different designers throughout history.  And how a little bunch of creative souls have influenced people’s style in generations. I recently came across this website where you can read a mini bio about the 100 most influential fashion icons since the 20′s. Dig into the world of esthetics and creativity here!

Brrr

For Christ’s sake!!! The shitty weather isn’t willing to let go!

H&M skirt These Glory Days beanie Bitte Kai Rand sweater Vintage jacket

Photo: Private

Costume

 Thank you Costume for naming me “one of the best-up and coming blogs”. It’s an honor to be mentioned in the same article as many of my favorites. Check out the rest of the bloggers here

Jostein

Not even in my wildest dreams would I believed that a twenty year old had taken these pictures. But who said that age is equal with an eye for beauty and artistic skills? Something tells me that we will see more from this guy the coming years

Photo and styling: Jostein Wålengen

Beatles and the girls

I find this picture so inspiring!! Just look at the girls! WOW! Their blond well-done hair, flower printed clothing and charisma make them so… elegant hippie.

The picture is taken from their trip to India 

Rubber skirt

Those of you who have followed my blog for a while, may remember the pictures of Christina Ledang’s clothing line in rubber. Well, here is a little sneak peak from her new collection. A black, decent, tight, rubber skirt.  I freaking LOVE it! She is showing the collection “Take four” next week, and I’m telling you guys… the clothes are amazing. True Ledang style!

Photos: Private

Törst

These pictures are from one of my top ten editorials. Jenny Sinkaberg shows a raw tenderness I’ve never seen before. Gives me goose bumps! Check out the whole editorial for Rodeo Magazine here

Photo Julia Hetta Styling Tekla Knaust Model Jenny Sinkaberg

Pink ladder

It’s Easter, Sunday and sunny and I have been working the whole day. You probably say that it’s madness but I’m kind of having a good time here. The combination of colors is as comfortable as my outfit.

Photo: Private

Mads Teglers

Mads Teglers! His photos are really something. Contemporary, creative and with a sense of humor. He is also putting his artistic touch in the international style magazine, S Magazine as an photo editor.

For more pictures visit his website here

Casablancas

I love this photo of the drop dead gorgeous blogger Maja Casablancas. Looks like it’s taken straight from a glossy magazine cover. The haircut and the sexy gap between her teeth, combined with the out washed  grey t-shirt outlines perfection. I think you should check out her blog here

Vintage wonderland

Have you ever wondered where designers find their inspiration season after season? Well, I can tell you one thing. The designer behind Ti Mo gets inspired by vintage clothings. After collecting for years, her office has gradually been transformed into a “vintage wonderland”.  And for the first time it is actually possible to buy some of her treasures in Ti Mo’s flagship store in Oslo. I guarantee lace, silk and dresses!

Dress: Vintage (picked by Ti Mo)

Photos: Private

Shoes and music

There are two things in life that really win my heart. Shoes and listening to good music on a insane stereo. Way too loud. Last couple of days I’ve been listening to Nils Petter Molvaer and stamped my heels to Carl Louis & Martin Danielle. Eargasm!

Aiaiai headphones Givenchy shoes

Photo: Private

Chelsea Hotel

Do you remember I posted some sneak peak pictures from Wiksén‘s Fall12 look book ? So, here is the result..! You got to love being a woman with clothing like this. EXCLAMATION MARK!
Photo: Truls Qvale Makeup: Ida Engstrøm Hair: Andrés Kløvstad

Double joy

Finally! I have been waiting for this magazine since FOREVER! If you haven’t read The Gentle Woman before, it’s about time! On top of that I received these beautiful bracelets from Etsy.com. Double joy!

Photo: Private

Bride

Do you remember the sneak peaks pictures from a bridal shoot I did a while ago? So here is the result. Pretty nice huh? I have never been this girly girl that dreams about walking down the aisle in the “perfect white dress”, but after seeing these pictures I’ve kind of changed my mind.

Bridal editorial for Ditt Bryllup. Photos: Marcel Leliënhof / Styling: Marcus André Green / Hair and make up Fin- Olav Prydz / Photo assistant and retouch: Michaela Klouda

Innocence

Came across this little video I did a year ago. The film has a beautiful message and the dress speaks for itself. (It makes me want to eat cake with a lot of frosting.) So much fun making it!

Directed and edited by Solveig Selj / Styling by Stephan Øien / Music by Jake Ziah

Bakstad’s girls

Enjoy the sight of four stunning Norwegian models, shot by one of my favorite photographer and friend Christian Bakstad. I just can’t get enough of his crispy blitzed photos. Edgy but classy. They’re actually so crispy that you would probably hear them crunch if you rolled them together. Do you want to see more? Have a look here.

From the top: Iselin Steiro, Ragnhild Jevne, Sana TEAM Models, Maria Heartbreak Models

This picture has so many breathtaking elements. The passion, hairstyle, tattoos and the corn structure in the picture. Just looking at it makes me in love..!

The photo is borowed from the gorgeous Ida Rislöw’s blog

Curly

I did the Moods of Norway show yesterday. All the models got beautiful curly hair (thanks to Adam & Eva). Such a romance!

Photo: Private

Wiksén – sneak peek

Girls, you can look forward to this year’s fall. Gee! I have always been a huge fan of Wiksén, but this season she has really outdone herself. With Edie Sedgwick and Patti Smith as inspiration, the designer has made a sexy, chick and edgy collection. As you can see in the last picture we had a great time shooting the campaign. Haha!

(The white jacket is made of Norwegian goat cashmere. Pretty amazing, huh?)

Polaroid pictures: Truls Qvale / Backstage picture: Rikke Wiksén

Kevin Azzopardi

Back to black basic! Kevin Azzopardi showed his F2012 collection yesterday and it was all about black. Except for this men’s sweater that I had to pre order. Can’t wait to pair them with some leather pants. See more pictures from the collection here.

Photo: Private

Oslo

Not too excited about the winter temperature.. Very excited about the winter landscape! This picture is taken from the view at Holmenkollen in Oslo. The spots in the picture are a result of an old polaroid. In other words, natural effects.

Photo: Truls Qvale

Back to school

Back to reality! Work, school and even more work.. But who said that’s boring?

Tailor-made coat Self designed / Sweater Sand / Shirt and pants Acne / Shoes Aldo / Glasses D & G / Bag from India

Photos: Private

Winter Wonderland

I have been living in delicate light fabrics and a bikini for a month now. In other words, almost naked. Back home I got a huge reality check. Winter freezing wonderland! Found this old photo some days ago, and I have to admit that the styling makes me a little bit more positive to the drastic change of climate.

Faux Fur Secondhand / Necklace Unknown

Photo: Anette Schive   Styling: Me

The essence

Watch out for the Toronto based artist Pan Trinity Das. His current art work is of famous gurus and yogis, but also of different women where freedom and eroticism can be “read between the lines”. Enjoy the essence of their characters!

You can find more of his art here

Blue boy

Look closer.. even closer! Pan is a painter and a tattoo artist with some beautiful artistic work on his body. The three blue tattoos on his cheekbone especially caught my attention.  What a beautiful personal statement! I’ll show you some of his paintings later..

By the way, I hope to see more men wearing mens skirt (also called Dhoti) in the future. So sexy!

Photo: Private

Love from India

Here is my love to you from India! Unfortunately I haven’t had the opportunity to share the beauty of what India has to offer until now (no wi-fi and the policy of “no pictures allowed”). I’ll shortly brief you. The first two weeks was dedicated to an ashram in Kerala. It was two very intense weeks of meditation, yoga, lectures, chanting and singing. Good times! Suddenly I felt a draw to the sweet beach life . I bought the first bikini I saw and went to South Goa. So here I am swimming in the Arabic Ocean with an ugly light blue bikini, which is probably from the early 80′s. To be continued…

Pre 12 India

I literally fell off my chair when I saw the Chanel pre12 collection. Oh my..! I am thinking  India and the Middle East, like a beloved couple heading for a proper dinner party. I believe that we will see others designers inspired my India the coming season. Just guessing..

Pictures: Style.com 

A barber

Once up on a time there was barber named Kaare Korperud who wanted to save every man in Oslo from a bad hair day and a messy beard. He found a nice place in Josefinesgate and transformed it into a macho and minimalistic barber-shop. He put out books for his costumers, books for inspiration, books with pictures of native Americans and famous actors from the early 60s. And from that day on Oslo got their own professional barber. And fortunately the fairytale hasn’t ended.

Photo: Private

Pop

Love the new jeans model from Acne. The name is Pop and they’re just the perfect combination between girl and boy ish. Just my cup of tea!

Skirt and pants by Acne, Shoes by Aldo

Till death do us part

Did a shoot for the bridal magazine “Ditt bryllup” some days ago. Never really dreamed about being a bride in an marshmallow dress, but the shoot softened my heart a little bit. (Now I am dreaming about being a bride in a sexy kick ass black dress.) Anyway… Great day, with great people in an amazing house.

Backstage pictures by Evelyn Ramstad

Irreverent

FINALLY! I pre-ordered the book “Carine Roitfeld The Irreverent” two months ago, and now it’s mine. The book is almost as big as I am, and filled with interviews and pictures of the former chief editor of French Vogue. I admire Carine Roitfeld’s simple and decent style with a huge touch of erotic and edge. And the best of all, the woman has got a brain.           But bye bye people… I’ve got some serious reading to do!

You can find more photos from the book here

Juergen Teller

I have got a huge hang up on the fashion photographer Juergen Teller. You have probably seen some of his work. Like the campaigns for Marc Jacobs and Celine. I want to cover all the walls in my room with his pictures.

See more of his amazing work here

A love story

Found this old backstage picture from a show I did for Moods of Norway some years ago. I had totally forgotten my beloved key necklace. The key is actually from the 1800′s century.  I used to call it “a key to my heart”. (Such a bad cliché.) Anyway.. Time to start wearing the necklace and unlock my heart again…

Photo: Solveig Selj for Stylegallery.com

Butkus

Love everything about the Norwegian photographer Stephen Butkus’s self portraits. The melancholy and porosity, the loneliness, all the tattoos and the crispy black and white style in his photos. Don’t know why, but I get those “Terry Richardson vibes”.

Walk like a gazelle

   For those of you who have followed my blog for a while, know that I have a passion        for fashion illustrations. When I came across these drawings I literally gaped for an hour. Love the idea of using the parallel between a gazelle and a model. More illustrations like this!

                                               Drawings: Monika Mikaela Amundin

Bordeaux leather

Regional manager in Acne, Carmita owns one of the nicest leather jackets in town. (So nice that I had to capture it with my bad iphone camera.) I like the way she uses it. Modern bohemian-ish..

Jacket by Acne

Colors of fall

       The nature has taken the shape of fall. This combination of colors is such a great                                                                 inspiration for an outfit

                                                                  Photo: Ada 

La Perla

“Ada! I have to tell you a secret! I feel like sex on two legs. You see, I’m wearing my new black, lace La Perla bra. I have to eat oatmeal the rest of the month though…”

                                                                Photo: Ada

Indien

I am going to Kerela in December, and you guys are coming with me! Stay tuned…

                                                   In this photo: Angelica Rosenstam

Saturday

             Beautiful girls, silk, curly hair, laces and delicate colors. Saturday beauty!

Pictures from Betty (love her style by the way)

Foto: Sophie Vlaming

Pastel

         Sitting in a cafe, drinking coffee and reading newspapers. Suddenly it strikes me                  that my new lavender-colored sweater goes perfectly with the sofa behind me.                      Pastel inspiration for the next season! While I’m waiting for the spring I will                        use it with some black leather pants…

Løchstøer

Did a shoe campaign today. The sweet stylist Linda Sande entered the studio in this beauty of a coat, made of the finest wool. I love what’s happening inside the coat. It gives a certain “something” to it.

Coat from Peter Løchstøer (will be available from November)

Thinking of brown

    I am hopeless! The last couple of days I have been craving for all kinds of shoes, clothes   and accessories. Including these goodies from Eger Høyer Luxury. Gosh, I feel shallow!

Shoes by Stella McCartney / Clutch by Abaco 

Wrap it in

It is sunny outside but still freaking cold! In other words, autumn is here! By the way.. I like what’s happening underneath my scarf. My earphones look like a phone cord. A new type of accessory!

Shoes by Burberry/ skirt and scarf by Acne/ jacket by Bruuns Bazaar/ earphones by Aiaiai

                                                             Photo: Kamilla Terjesen

And another one…

Okay, this is getting embarrassing! I have fallen in love with another white blouse. Shocking! I found this little, homeless, beauty, made ​​of the finest silk in a vintage shop. She nearly forced me to take her home. Poor baby. But from now on she will live happily ever after…

Photo: Ada K. Nilsen

Blouse

Photo: Ada NilsenEver since I saw the SS12 collection from WiksénI have fantasized about this white blouse. Today I made a short visit to the showroom and pre-ordered this creamy, little beauty made out of crêpe georgette silk. The deep but relaxed cleavage makes me think of Paris. Oh Lord, let the spring come soon, so I can sit in a park, smoke loads of cigarettes and be this French seductive, girl.

Check out more picture from the collection at the blog of the drop dead gorgeous model Maja Casablanca.

Femulin

I am so inspired by well dressed men these days. Some of them just know how to pull off that cheek and cool look. Just by adding his brown, leather, vintage clock and his cashmere scarf in Bordeaux with some plain jeans and a cream, wool sweater. I will steal this secret and make it femulin.

Leather Jacket by Bruuns Bazaar/ Pants And Blouse By Zara/ Shoes By Burberry/ Belt Vintage

Photo: Kamilla R. Terjesen

The gentle woman

I know what you should do this weekend. Buy the minimalistic fashion magazine “The gentle woman” and enjoy some spectacular photos and high quality journalism. I get so excited when I discover magazines that present fashion and art the way it should be done.

Oh, hello there!

                      Shoes by Burberry, blouse and belt by Acne, pants by Zara

                                             Photo: Kamilla R. Terjesen

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This is what I wore yesterday.. Love the green color with the purple

Sweater by Leila Hafzi, Shoes Vintage, Blouse Second Hand, Necklace vintage

Photo: Kamilla R. Terjessen

60′s Chung

After seeing this girl everywhere the last two years, I honestly got sick and tired of her face. (I know, the truth is brutal.) But when I saw these pictures in Harper’s Bazaar this month, I quickly changed my mind. Sexy, strong and über feminine!

Pictures: The Telegraph

Spotted

  The fashion editor in Costume has a wardrobe that most people would die for. Today,     she entered work in these hand-made shoes in (hold on) lizard leather. As if that wasn’t enough.. The shoes are also made by Mallorca’s oldest shoemaker, Carmina. Exotic!

                                                         Photo Ada K. Nilsen

Some kick ass pants

I have to admit that theese pants aren’t mine. I have temporarily stolen them from a friend. Shame on me! Just look at them and I think you understand why!

Pants by Gina Tricot// Blouse Vintage// Shoes by Acne// Necklace Vintage// Belt Unknown

Leather girl

I’ve blogged about this chick before. But now, Inger Johanne has replaced the sexy, red leather pants with a sexy, grey leather dress. Isn’t she drop dead gorgeous?

Dress from Gestuz// Shoes and bag from Acne

Rub it in!

Christina Ledang has achieved something, that no one has done before her. As I see it, she is the alchemist who has made rubber into gold. Some people simply know how to combine good tailoring and beauty, and she is definitely one of them. You can get her pouches at Freudian Kicks in Oslo or check out her website christinaledang.com, for more information about her clothes.

Production by me, photo by Kjell Ruben Strøm, make up by Tomas Erdis, styling  by me and Christina Ledang. 

Plisse

I like the way a girl becomes a girly girl in a plisse skirt

Blouse  Secondhand/  Skirt by H&M/ Purse  Vintage/  Shoes by Les prairies de paris

 

It’s just porn, mum

If you are wondering how porn in the sixties looked like? Here is the answer. Especially like the last picture. ”Hi, I’m lying here in the hay, wearing underwear, with a finger in my mouth. Hilarious!

Pictures: From Frk. Larsen//Photographer: Unknown

Sprezzatura

Dear all men out there. You look so damn good when you wear a suit. You looked good way back in the 1800 and believe me, you still do.  There is something about a man’s suit. Whether it is single or double breasted, with or without padding on the shoulders, one or two splits in the back, made out of silk or wool, it is always so stylish. Yesterday I participated in a course in how to learn more about men’s suits. I really liked the way Victor, who guided us through the course, wore his suit. However the detail I enjoyed the most, was how he combined the dandy and polished look with some suede everyday shoes. Like the Italien puts it: So Sprezzatura!

Suit//Acne

Photoes: Ada K. Nilsen

Klein Blue

The ocean, the sky, rain drops, denim and art by Yves Klein… Get inspired by the color “Klein Blue”, that is patented by the french artist Yves Klein.

Hermes

Get inspired by the French high fashion house Hermes. Believe it or not, but Hermes entered the fashion world as a saddler in 1837. But today there’s no doubt that they are the most known for their luxurious handbags. The amazing leather, the delicious colors and the high quality of tailoring gives me goose bumps.

Photoes: Hermes catalog

To roast a marshmallow

I am sitting in my room, listening to the rain.. All I can think of is my huge knitted leopard waiting for some barbequing on the beach. In the meanwhile I will use a japanese chopstick, pretending that the marshmallow soon is done.

Sweater// Surface to air Freudian Kicks

Photo: Ada Nilsen

Situasjonens herre

Herreinspirert stil! Sett det før, sier du? I Personaes nyeste nummer fant jeg denne moteserien som jeg rett og slett tar av meg Borsalino-hatten for. Serien tar den herreinspirerte stilen til nye høyder ved å skape en slags “feminimalistisk” androgynitet. BRAVO!

Masculine inspired fashion! Seen it before, you say? In Personae’s newest issue I found this series that I simply have to take off my Borsalino hat for. The series takes this style to new heights by creating a type of “feminimalistic” androgyny. BRAVO!

Photographer: Jørgen Gomnæs//Stylist: Christina Ledang

It is all about tits!

Pupper og nakenhet har alltid vært en stor del av kunstverdenen. Men de siste årene har denne kroppsdelen virkelig gjort sitt inntog i motebransjen. I all sin prakt!

Breasts and nudity have always played a big part in art. But in the last few years this body part has really made its way into the fashion world. In all its glory!

Pictures: Ukjent, Mert&MarcusIngrid Pop, Massimo Leardini

Oh, those 70′s

Blir helt lamslått hver gang jeg ser bilder av Jane Birkin. Nærmere definisjonen av vakker, finnes ikke. Denne sommeren kommer jeg til å trykke stilen hennes til mitt hjerte og la meg inspirere. En stil som er preget av de bohemske syttiårene i Paris, men også det minimalistiske. Je t’aime moi non plus…

I am always amazed every time I see a picture of Jane Birken. She is the definition of beautiful. This summer I am going to submerge myself in her style and let myself be inspired. This is a style that is influenced not only by the bohemian 70’s in Paris but also minimalism. Je t’aim moi non plus…

 

Just stare..

Tenk å ha et av disse bildene i stua si. Bare sitte i sofaen, stirre og la bildet fange deg helt…

Bilde: Mark Rothko

Imagine having one of these paintings in your living room. Just sit in you sofa and stare letting the image capture you totally…

Picture: Mark Rothko


Norwegian knits

I’m talking about very old knitting traditions and the brand name is Ljungberg! All you need is a quick look at their website to understand that this brand has been keeping the population warm for almost 100 years. I’ve found my abode!

Photo: Private

Grr…

Animal print is here to stay! Came across this lovely vintage scarf on Koma in Oslo recently. I love the delicate pattern! God save the animal print!

Photo: Private