Vintage Mulberry.

Picture: Snapshot taken by me

Oh it has finally arrived after several days of waiting! Welcome dearest Scotchgrain Troutbag in brown Congo leather from Mulberry. I've always been a big fan of the British company and all their leather designs. This particular bag happen to be very rare, I say this because I've only seen one or two of them being sold on websites such as Ebay. I figured since I spent so many months working on my Bachelor thesis (in Swedish C-uppsats) I wanted to give myself a little present for all the hard work and here it is now! :) 

This beautiful bag will complete all my autumn looks not to mention spring and summer looks as well. I've always pictured myself going to the University having one of these stunning Mulberry bags on my shoulder. Well guess what, I'm taking my new darling out on an excursion tomorrow, I'm thinking she will blend in well with all the old books at the library ;) Haha well okey I think this is enough for tonight, I better try and get some sleep now. Sweet dreams!

The Little Black Dress.

Pictures: Nelly

I completely forgot about this cute dress that's been hanging in my closet for far too long. It's classic and sexy at the same time ;) Love the bare shoulders and it's the perfect length, not too short and not too long. I think most of the girls talked about having a black dress today so I'm guessing I won't stand out in the crowd :P I'll see if I can take a snapshot of my outfit later! Have a great day!

Putting Quality before Quantity.

Picture: NET-A-PORTER

"Creating the ultimate wardrobe requires the building blocks of style: beautiful basics. Your hotlist starts here."

Over the years I have learned how designers, models and fashion editors work to always "look so trendy" in all their appearances. There are obviously several answers to it, we call them personal stylists, personal hair and make up artists and somehow it seems almost as if they buy a complete new wardrobe every season. These are a few things us mortals only dream of.

To tell the truth I simply do not believe that they always buy a new set of clothing. Instead their "secret" revolves around the lesson of putting quality before quantity. For example, instead of buying ten cheap white t-shirts that will not only shrink the first time you wash it, it may well loose it's colour or perhaps loose threads will appear sooner than you expected them to buy one t-shirt made of a better quality. It may be more expensive, but in the long run it will be worth it.

Another "secret" for how this fashionable people always seem to look so classic/trendy is spelled; beautiful basics. Key pieces in a wardrobe that never run out of style for example, a beige trench coat, white shirt and a simple pair of blue jeans. Once you have completed such a wardrobe of classic pieces one can spend a little bit more on unique and personal details - which in the end defines who you are and makes you stand out in a crowd.

Anyway I have made a list of "The 10 perfect items" that goes under the category beautiful basics. This is what I aim to look for whenever I am out shopping, I simply do not look for a modern jeans that reads "Spring/Summer 2011" but instead a model that can be worn more than one season, preferably during a very long time. Here are a few things that I already have and other items that I wish to purchase during the year. I will also do a similar list for shoes.

★ A classic white + blue shirt (check!)
★ The classic brown/black leather jacket (check!)
★ A pair of blue + black jeans
★ The perfect flats, preferably a pair of black ballerinas
★ A well suited black/tweed blazer (check!)
★ The popular beige trench coat (check!)
★ A classic white + black t-shirt of good quality
★ The perfect knit in good quality with- and without buttons
★ A timeless leather bag (check!) I love my Mulberry Bayswater

Masterpiece signed Mulberry.

Picture: Collage made by me (Kate Moss to the left, perfect wardrobe to the right, my new darling in the middle)

Do you remember the post I wrote last week about how I was waiting for a certain package? It finally arrived today and it contained the beautiful Mulberry bag called Bayswater. For years I've been dreaming of having this masterpiece in my growing (!) collection of classic handbags.

About a year ago I also wrote another post where the discussion circulated about the choice of colour, either basic black or honey coloured oak? As seen in the collage above the fashion icon number one, designer & model Kate Moss owns a black one while I decided to go with the oak coloured since it goes better with my wardrobe. Besides, it would be a nice contrast to all the black coats.

The happiness is hard to describe, I can't seem to find enough words. Truly, it feels like a dream come true. I've worked hard to earn this reward and I honestly think I deserve it for putting up with two hectic schedules at school + work. My beloved DKNY bag is literally falling apart and I can't wait to initiate this new love of mine as I'll be heading towards New York this weekend!

Cosy for Cool Days.

Picture: Chique

I could not be happier for my new jacket that arrived today! It's named "Nicole" and designed by a Swedish brand called "Jofama". The black leather is very soft while the cosy fake fur inside will warm me during cool days.

Another positive thing was the extremely fast delivery! I ordered it on Sunday and it arrived midday today! It has been sold out for several weeks but there seem to be a few left at Chique, check it out if you are interested :)