It's November!? Can you believe that? All we can do is embrace the cuddle season! What's on your schedule? My November will be intense, exciting and obviously fashion loaded. ;)Welcome to Maria's November Plan: N: New Life! It's my fourth week at the LMU University. I'm so incredibly happy, it is amazing. I spend the entire day speaking English and learning everything about the beauty of this wonderful language. My advice for you guys: Study something you truly love, it will change everything. I realised how great it is to finally figure out a way to combine work and pleasure. Tip: Visit some courses during your high school time, make sure the subject you picked isn't just good on paper. ;) O: O la la! Isabel Marant pour H&M- Two weeks left! I'm so excited, can't wait to rock those heels the weekend after the release! ;) V: Vegan! Around the first December week, the Russian Lent starts. There will be no meat till Christmas. Ho ho ho!)) E: Express yourself! Lately I purchased a new 1mx1m canvas. During the winter, 'more painting, less clubbing' becomes my motto. The inspiration is there, time to make it pop! ;) M: Marry the night! In Germany, Halloween is celebrated as the weekend of Mr. Gross and Mrs. Scary. On my way to a Halloween party I was followed by a 'zombie dude' who kept saying 'My costume is so scary, right? I'm so scary!' Seems like someone scared the hell out of himself. lol My generation is known for dressing rather hot than spooky a la Regina George and Kim Kardashian. So I dressed up as my alter ego Maria Vanderbilt, Jay Gatsby's love interest. Long Island... here we go! ;)
B: Bravo CW! What are your favourite TV shows this autumn? It's The Vampire Diaries and The Originals right?!) I'm so excited for the next episodes! Team Maus! (Marcel&Klaus)
E: Evolution of Louis Vuitton. This was the most long awaited announcement in the Haute Couture world. Who will watch the LV throne from now on? We will miss Marc Jacobs at the great French fashion Maison, BUT the new creative director is actually one of my all time favourite designers... Nicolas Ghesquière! Nicolas The Great! When he designed the 'lego' sandal for BALENCIAGA, he won my heart forever. Perfect choice! I wish you the very best Sir. You're a king!
R: Relax! Dolls, remember to take some time for your gorgeous selves!))
Enjoy your November!
xx
M
A new highly requested addition to Munich's high street shopping: Forever 21! Now we are able to shop super cool and super affordable clothes and accessories with L.A. flair in our beloved city! ;) My favourite Youtube blogger Lexi from SoTotallyVlog proved to me that trendy pieces from stores like Forever 21 & H&M go perfectly with luxurious statement pieces like a Kelly Bag by Hermes. ;)
Yesterday my friend and I had the chance to visit the pre-opening party. The store is incredible! It's so big, so new, and it is so easy to get lost in there for hours and hours!)) (Location? Neuhauser street 19-21) Funky shirts and tops inspired by Brian Lichtenberg (got myself a really hot one, later today on my Instagram) are combined with dope denim from the giant jeans section. The party was a big success, everyone had a great time. Let's be real they gave us girls everything we love: An exclusive shopping opportunity, good music and candy! lol That is the key to a woman's heart: Fashion&Candy! ;) If you are from or in Munich right now, go ahead and see for yourself! This is definitely a new fun place to shop and I can't wait for the jewellery section which will be opened today. Finally something new in Muc! Dolls we are forever well dressed, now check out Forever 21 Munich! ;)
Oktoberfest: Two weeks of screaming, drinking, singing, dancing, rocking and doing things you'll never remember. ;) I'm a well behaved lady so my Wiesn (bav.= Oktoberfest) experience was a little different (most of the time). I grew up in Munich and visited the Oktoberfest for the first time in 1999. I was wearing an "all denim everything" classic 90s outfit... pretty swaggy Russian kid. ;) The magic of the world's greatest "Volksfest" bewitched me right away! And I have to admit: This is something you should experience, an ultimate must-see!) Wiesn 2013 was insane! Crazy nights, crazy people, super crazy "just stop, you must be kidding me" stories, made this year's Oktoberfest unforgettable.
I had to develop some rules for girls. "Girls go "Weezn"- This is how we do"! " Ladies this one's for you! ;) 1. Dirndl:
Guys my fashion icons are not only Miroslava Duma and Keti Topuria but also Jay-Z, Kanye and Pharrell Williams. My style is 99% all black everything. Can you guess the colour of my Dirndl?
-Pink?
-Hell no!
-Blue?
-The B is good...
-Black?!?
-Bitch you got it! ;)
All black, all silk... all me. ;)
Honestly I was planing on wearing something super fancy, a "Dirndl made of gold", you know... Dolce Gabbana inspired. ;) But then I saw this hilarious video: Harry G is the swaggiest dude around! If you speak German... check him out! My friends are already complaining, because I'm quoting him non-stop. He is a genius, gotta love him! ;)
Harry G über das Oktoberfest:
So thanks to Harry, I decided to find the perfect little black Dirndl (knee-length is a must, no shorties on the Oktoberfest please!). My mum helped me pick this one. It is just what I was looking for, the kind of Dirndl you could wear to the Wiesn AND After-Wiesn!)) 2. Shoes&Accessories:
Headbands and statement necklaces are the perfect accessories for your Dirndl. This year the flower crown was a huge trend! Many fashionistas rocked beautiful colourful floral headbands. The statement necklace is like a crown to your sexy cleavage! ;)
One stunning blond once explained to me that high heels are not part of an authentic Wiesn outfit. I saw her wearing Timberlands with her Dirndl and I loved it! It's just perfect (also for guys btw). We both also like a pair of beautiful exquisite leather ballerina flats. But ok I did it, I rocked heels! High heels, we're talking 14cm for 14 hours. Power trip! ;) And I also rocked some studded short biker boots - Loved the comfort!)) To sum it up:
I say Yes to: ballerinas, Timberlands, 'Trachtenschuhe' (bav. authentic Dirndl shoes), cool short boots (I love the idea of Chloe 'Susanna' boots and a stunning casual Dirndl), and if you are Carrie Bradshaw (aka notorious high heel lover) wear beautiful heels in a nice nude or even something studded a la Valentino
No way darling: Air Max, Jordans or any kind of Adidas/ Puma etc., white boots, flip flops (yes, I saw it!!!), Ugg Boots... Honey be a bad bitch not a bad dressed bitch! ;) 3. Attitude:
Ladies behave! Order Radler instead of a Maß. It's beer mixed with lemonade. I can't even finish one of them to be honest. I was never drunk in my entire life... and I'm Russian! ;) It's just not my thing, I love to be in control of the situation and be the person who remembers everything and leaves the party with grace! ;) I was a little tipsy during one Wiesn trip but all in measure. Girls there are so many morons! Alcohol+dump person=Babe watch your back! Dolls watch for your bags, their hands and your head (yes, some beer heroes are too busy being awesome to hold their stupid jug!). 4. Entourage:
Go with good fun people, who stay in control and are able to take care of themselves. AND always stay with at least one person of the group. As soon as you lose them you can either party with Australians or leave. Finding your folks at 10pm on a Wiesn Saturday is Mission Impossible (phones are off, it's super loud... or the phone is swimming in beer)!! 5. No rules, have FUN! ;) O'Zapft is! ;)
Hope you guys join me and my mates next year, see you @ Wiesn 2014!
LOVE
M
For those of you, who are new on my blog: I am totally obsessed with the French capital. I've been visiting Paris regularly for years now, but every single time it is different, better... incroyable! ;) Sure, there is London, New York, Milan, Moscow... but trust me nothing compares to Paris. The Parisian street style is the love of my life! While I was walking out of my beloved Fouquet's, I spotted a girl wearing the Isabel Marant Bekket tie dye denim sneakers. A couple of minutes later: A wow-chick wearing Christian Louboutin overknee boots and the highly desired Chanel Boy Bag... python leather of course. ;) THIS is where the real magic happens, it's an Haute Couture Fairytale!))
United Paris Emirates
After a beautiful walk down the Champs-Élysées, we decided to check out the action @ Avenue George V. This street, is the godfather of fashion: Saint Laurent meets The Four Seasons.
While I observed the beautiful architecture of the Maison Givenchy (3 Avenue George V), suddenly a handsome French guy walked out of the office doors... He walked up to me (He was wearing skinny black denim and a Givenchy coat, gotta love French men's style ;)) and asked whether I was looking for someone particular... I was like: "Sure I'm looking for Riccardo", and he goes like: "Je suis Riccardo" and smiles. Well he obviously wasn't the Riccardo I was looking for (The great Tisci) but it was still kind of funny... so shout out to my new French ami! (Or was it him... les hommes français all look like Tisci... one day I'll find out... ;) lol)
I had another heart-stopping moment, when I saw the insanely stunning Pre-Fall 2013 Chanel collection. This year it was "Chanel Paris-Edinburgh", or "what happens when Karl Lagerfeld and his entourage have a fun trip around Scotland with a drawing pen in the left hand and a Scotch-Cola (LIGHT!) in the right one. ;)
I really had a great time... Paris is so breathtaking, there are no words to describe it. Except for one: PERFECTION. So go ahead guys... You'll love it, I can bet a million on it! ;)
It is actually happening: The queen of French street style couture Isabel Marant, is the new guest designer for H&M. This collaboration is all about the Parisian chic! I am so excited, this is phenomenal! Isabel, Merci beaucoup! We can't wait! ;)
In stores: November 14th
SUMMER'S IN TOWN! Finally we're enjoying flawless weather in Munich. It's sunny, everything is green and vivid. As it's fashionable Friday, I'd like to share my item of the day with you guys: Super glamorous Jean Patou shades! ;) I love glasses, you guys know that.)) These are a real treasure. Right now we are all obsessed with a touch of 20s Gatsby glamour... and Jean Patou was one of the most important couturiers of the sparkling 20's. His creations celebrate luxury, good music and extravagant parties. Stunning! ;)
Jean Patou Paris logo on the inside
Isn't Gatsby Chic just gorgeous? This is one of my ultimate summer trends: Sparkling 20's inspired cocktail wear for a dinner by the sea. ;) Last year Gucci demonstrated how to do it right: Perfect 21st century Art Deco glamour... thanks to the movie and beauty of the look, the trend remains a must! ;) Check out:
I hope you guys are having a great summer start!))
See you soon and stay tuned for amazing summer fashion. ;)
SUN&LOVE
xx
M
In every woman's closet there is a certain hierarchy. There are things we use day by day, things we neglect and things we are incredibly proud of. Those exquisite pieces are reigning in the wardrobe: They always get the best place, the best care and they to come with us to the most special occasions. Do you guys remember how Carrie Bradshaw knew every single dress in her designer paradise closet as good as she knew Charlotte, Samantha and Miranda? She could tell you exactly when she brought and where she stunned wearing it. So let's play a little game called "Most treasured pieces in my closet". ;) Round One:
My fashion expert mom always used to take me with her, when she went out with her fabulous gorgeous friends. I can't tell you how much I loved that (well I obviously still do).))) They taught me fashion and style, and they are all amazingly different. One of her close friends is a fashionista living in the United States. Her clothes are so incredibly chic and tasteful and she truly values the great couture designers. I remember exactly that evening when she gave me this breathtaking iconic gift! A Christian Dior Boutique (Couture Selection) shirt, designed by the Napoleon of Haute Couture John Galliano. It is so fancy and sophisticated... It's ART! My Dear, I want you to know that every gift of yours is treasured by me like gold! THANK YOU :*
This shirt is a killer, I will adore it, I will wear it and I will take it with me all around the world. I love it. The runway look is so John: Wild, Young, Revolutionary. (I want Galliano back @ Dior... with Raf Simons there is too less going on for my taste lol) I'm so grateful and proud to own this piece, designed by a couture genius for of the greatest French fashion Maisons ever.
Girls, those pieces are forever, just like diamonds. And it's always a wonderful thing to get a gift like that but they are also worth to be invested in! ;) I'm currently saving up for something gorgeous myself... it will be worth it.)))
Next time: My Alexander McQueen evening dress.
Hope you guys enjoyed it, have a beautiful weekend and tmr... TGIF ;)
xx
M
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