Places: Laduree

Welcome to another post from my monthly series where I recommend a place I love. I should have probably started the series with Laduree, because it truly is one of my favourite. I've been there countless of times, with friends and on my own. I visited all three in London (Covent Garden, Harrods, Burlington Arcade Piccadilly) and one in Paris so far. I will very likely visit another one when I go to Paris in March. And they have it in NYC and recently opened in LA and other locations too and one day I'm hoping to visit them all. There's just something about them I love.
It feels decadent but affordable, the coffee is good and they also have a great selection of teas. And don't get me started on the desserts! They are famous for their macarons (salted caramel and pistachio are my favourite) and if you haven't you definitely must try them, but the other desserts are to die for too. I definitely recommend Ispahan (the pink one below with fresh raspberries) but anything you order, you will love it.
They are also great for Afternoon tea and their Club sandwich is delicious.
Have you been to Laduree? Which one is your favourite? And what dessert do you love? I'd love to hear.
(For details on what I'm wearing visit this post.)

 Have a stylish day.


Adela

Happy Valentine

sweater ASOS sadly sold out , skirt now on sale!, booties Gianvito Rossi very similar ones and cheaper version, bag Valentino

Happy Valentine everyone! I know I'm a little early but a) I believe if you love someone you should tell them every day and b) I blog outfits on Friday ;). How are you all celebrating?
You may read in my last post that I am single (and looking) so I won't be doing anything special but I am certainly not bitter about it. Life has been good lately, things are going in the right direction and I feel happy right now. If the right man comes along great, but in the meantime I'm trying to enjoy every day.
On another note I have been on a detox for the past week and I am slowly getting used to eating only healthy things, I haven't had coffee since Saturday and I'm craving it more than sugar, and there have been days where I felt constantly hungry but I feel like I have more energy and am less bloated and hopefully few pounds have dropped off (I haven't weighted myself yet). And although I am hoping to loose some weight the primary focus is to treat my body with respect and only nourish it with good stuff and I want change my eating habits for better for the long run not just for this week.
And lastly (I probably say this all the time) but I can't wait for Spring and shedding layers and being more outdoors again. Enough of winter now.
Don't forget to tell me all about your Valentine's day plans!

Have a stylish day.

Adela

It's a wrap

Coat ASOS (old), dress via ASOS (it's on sale now)!, bag Valentino, OTK boots Nicholas Kirkwood, brooch Chanel, YSL arty ring

I like to wrap up. I love wrap dresses and coats because they add definition to your waist (even if it's nearly non-existent like mine). I can't believe I'm telling you my biggest secret. Yes my body shape is quite rectangular and belted and wrapped items are the perfect way to disguise that and create an illusion of a waist.

And how great is this dress. Not only it is cut on the bias (very flattering on most shapes) the diagonal stripes are slimming and elongate the body (ok at 5'11'' I don't need that..). But still. I love it. It's very easy to wear and perfect for every day.

Talk about January blues done the right way.
On another note, you may have noticed today is Friday 13th. I am slightly superstitious so I'll extra careful with everything and hope you will be too ;) And don't forget to wrap up!

Have you got any styling secret you're willing to share?

Have a stylish day.

Adela

Places: Peggy Porshen

Welcome to the new year and brand new series. Once a month I will be sharing a place with you that I love and recommend. I am a self confessed coffee addict so I'm starting this series with possibly the cutest cake shop in London that also serves good coffee and teas.
I don't know what I love more - the pink theme of interior and exterior decorations or the delicious cakes and biscuits. Everything looks and tastes lovely. The staff are nice too and if you come on a warm day you can sit outside and people watch. The area is buzzing and there's always something going on but it's not too overcrowded like other areas in London.
It's in Belgravia only a short walk from Victoria or slightly longer walk from Sloane Square.
Here's the address and website.
Let me know if you visit and what you thought!

Have a stylish day.

Adela

Breakfast at Tiffany's

Coat Zara, jumper HM, skirt ASOS, boots Nicholas Kirkwood, bag Valentino, brooch Chanel

Even though this post is called Breakfast at Tiffany's I am actually writing it from the Czech republic where I am spending some time with my family. Due to my work commitments I won't be spending Christmas at home so this is my time to do it and we already exchanged gifts and are having Christmas dinner today (Thursday).

But we shot this look few weeks ago with my photographer Victoria who was rushing having to do many Christmas shoots before jetting of to Goa India and I of course wanted to do it all before my holiday.

And no, sadly we didn't have a breakfast at Tiffany¨s but I had a coffee outside and thought it would be a nice blog title. And the store is looking so pretty and festive just like the rest of Bond street, probably my favorite street right now, it definitely has the best decorations. It is looking beautiful and had me feeling very festive. And with my early Christmas now I am more than ready for it all.

Are you ready for Christmas?

Have you seen the beutiful lights on Bond street?

Have a stylish day.

Adela

All pink everything

Dress now on sale!,  pink coat now sold out (but keep checking as they do come back) also love the camel version , boots, Chanel brooch, Valentino bag, Chanel sunglasses

I honestly can't believe December is here. This year has flown by but it has been good and I will remember it fondly. I have big plans for next year so already looking forward to it!

But let's enjoy December first and I have some super Christmassy posts lined up for you with festive outfit inspiration for every budget. And no it's not going to be all pink. As much as I love the colour I tend to wear more red around Christmas time so there's a little giveaway. I hope you will like them.

But I couldn't not share a pink outfit and this dress which is my current favourite. It's so comfortable to wear and suitable for many occasions. You can dress it up or down. In this case I piled on the pink (never too much pink in my eyes) but of course you can town it down with a different colour coat. I like the idea of cream or navy.

What colour will  you be wearing for Christmas? What are your plans for December?

Have a stylish day.

Adela

These boots were made for walking

Jumper H&M, skirt Zara, boots Stuart Weitzman, bag Chanel, sunglasses Miu Miu, ring YSL

 I love visiting museums and galleries and V&A (where these photos were taken) is one of my favourites. As much as I love dressing up, as I'm getting older, comfort is more and more important, meaning heels often have to give way, especially when I'm museum hopping. To fully enjoy everything London has to offer and the extensive exhibitions followed by walks in the area, flats are often my footwear of choice. I love these boots so much that once it gets colder, they are rarely off my feet (expect to see them a lot!). And they look good both with dresses and skirts or over skinny jeans. They are definitely one of my favourite items for winter. I love the colour so much I'm actually considering buying the heeled version too. Is that crazy?

What is your favourite item to wear in winter?

Have a stylish day.

Adela