Hubert de Givenchy * To Audrey with Love

Hubert de Givenchy... Hopefully this name rings a bell. This man is known as one of the leading fashion designers of the 20th century. Since the 26th of November, The Gemeentemuseum in The Hague houses a prestigious exhibition on de Givenchy, created hand in hand with the French couturier himself. It is presented as an homage to his muse, Audrey Hepburn, but overall its a grand retrospective of his career.

Hubert de Givenchy - To Audrey with Love gives a unique insight into his career, which spanned a period of half a century, from the opening of his fashion house in 1952 through his retirement in 1995. As already mentioned, a big part of the exhibition focuses on his unique friendship (and collaboration) with the - born in Belgium - actress Audrey Hepburn, known from the movies 'How to steal a Million' and of course 'Breakfast at Tiffany's'. Next to that, you can also set your eyes on pieces created for Jackie Kennedy and the Duchess of Windsor. 

This living legend in the history of haute couture really impressed me and I can honestly say that this exhibition blew me away.  The way in which the creations were presented was absolutely beautiful, accompanied by drawings, design sketches, photographs and film stills. If you still have time before the 26th of March, please free some space in your agenda for this must-see!  But in anticipation of that, enjoy some pictures below! 

JACK*IT

Today must be one of the most beautiful, yet coldest days of the year. Time to get that cosy fluffy winter jacket out! I've always been a fan of parkas, both for males and females. It gives an edgy cool touch to your outfit, without creating that 'hi guys I'm going to do some survival in the mountains' kind of vibe.  But if you know that the parka was invented by the Inuits, originally made from caribou or seal skin and used to go out hunting and kayaking in the frigid Arctic, you can understand where this vision comes from? Still, I don't think that way. For me the parka is perfectly wearable each and every day. Who's agreeing? 

So now that all are fluffy duffy winter garments are out, I'm waiting for those other winter essentials... Can't wait to see those Christmas lights and decorations again! 

Outfit: parka Scapa - handbag Essentiel - key chain used as an accessory for handbag Essentiel - sweater & Other Stories - blouse Essentiel 

Sun kissed

While winter is coming, I'm still thinking about those beautiful summer days... This outfit is already a couple of months old, but I still wanted to share this one with you guys, just for the sake of fashion!!! What I love most about the look is the combination of a simple pair of shorts with a top that has that 'je ne sais quoi'-vibe over it. I don't know if you remember last summer's campaign of H&M, with the beautiful floral and southern inspired clothes? I just looooooooved it! This is a top that I scored back then. I know, it is not wearable everyday, but from time to time I think a bare shoulder is allowed ;) What do you guys think? 

Outfit: Top H&M - shorts Zara - sandals Essentiel - glasses Emporio Armani