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Welcome! Thank you for visiting my weblog. I am Irene, Elisabeth Pouw, a Dutch blogger. As blogger I am connecting my readers with beauty, style, quality and craftsmanship in various subjects like interiordesign, architecture, haute couture, photography, art etc. I love decorating & bringing beauty and harmony into interiors. I created this blog to share my passion for decorating as well as the many other things which inspire me. From time to time I am also highlighting certain interior designers, decorators, architects, stylists, photographers etc. I hope you enjoy your visit. Feel free to give a comment on my blogs. I will react back as soon as possible. Best regards, Irene Pouw from Holland.

27 december 2012

Fashion: Sequin dresses perfect for New Year's Eve

INSPIRATION:
Beautiful Sequin Dresses to Have You Sparkling Through the New Year.


Herve Leger Sequined bandage dress at The Outnet. Photo Credit: The Outnet.

Ralph Lauren Boat Neck Sequin Cocktail Dress at Bloomingdale's. Photo Credit: Bloomingdale's.

Reiss 'Linny' Embroidered Tulle Dress at Reiss. Photo Credit: Reiss.

Susana Monaco Sequin Dress at Revolve Clothing. Photo Credit: Revolve Clothing.

Tadashi Shoji Paillette Embroidered Lace Dress at Tadashi Shoji. Photo Credit: Tadashi Shoji.

Alice & Olivia Mona Sequined Dress at Saks Fifth Avenue. Photo Credit: Saks Fifth Avenue.

'Moonray' V-Neck Colorblock Sequin Dress at French Connection. Photo Credit: French Connection.

Source: FashionEtc./Dresses for New Year's Eve
Article by Lindsey Schickner

24 december 2012

CHRISTMAS GREETINGS 2012

With Christmas just around the corner 
I wish my readers a wonderful holiday as well as all the best for 2013.

Wens mijn lezers fijne, gezellige en kleurrijke Kerstdagen toe en een bruisend 2013!

16 december 2012

LIGHTING: TIMELESS BEAUTY, PORTA ROMANA

The Dutch company Co van der Horst sent me last week their newsletter with beautiful pictures from the UK Porta Romana collection. I checked out their website and I was really astonished, such elegant designs with a timeless beauty and magnificent craftsmanship. Here lighting becomes an artobject of top quality!

Of course, I couldn't resist to write a blog about this company. So, below you will find some beautiful designs from table lamps. Besides lighting Porta Romana also offers furniture, mirrors & accessories. The Dutch company Co van der Horst is working together with Porta Romana. If you would like to have a look please find the enclosed links below. 
Giraffe Lamp - Decayed Silver
Giraffe Lamp - Decayed Gold
Blob Lamp - Turquoise
Blob Lamp - Amber
Cologne Lamp - Olive with Decayed Gold
Cologne Lamp - Charcoal with Very Decayed Silver
Gourd Lamp - Prune with Perspex base

Gourd Lamp - Saffron with Perspex base
Thank you for reading this blogpost.
Sources: PORTA ROMANA UK and CO VAN DER HORST NL

09 december 2012

QUICK PIC: IT'S WINTERTIME (01)


Wintertime - Istanbul Beyoglu, Turkey

Opening China Light Rotterdam (NL)




This year, a new and unique event, China Light Rotterdam, the Netherlands, will bring warmth and sparkle to the dark months of winter. The Chinese tradition of light festivals is coming to ‘The Park’ at the Euromast in Rotterdam. After weeks of preparation and building, China Light Rotterdam opens its gates to the public. In the fairytale park visitors can enjoy the largest light spectacle of Europe.

Over 40 Chinese artists have built a fairy-tale paradise complete with amazing laser shows and performances of Chinese music and dance. Wandering among more than 35 enchanting light objects of fantastical characters, flowers, animals and a 100-metre-long dragon and huge Temple of Heaven, you'll almost feel you're in the magical world of China. For more information please have a look at the enclosed link below.

Source: CHINA LIGHT ROTTERDAM NL

INSPIRATIE: KERSTBOOM VAN SLOOPHOUT




Een kerstboom om je creativiteit op los te laten! Zonder decoratie is hij al mooi, maar met kaarten, kerstboomhangers, (schoolbord)verf of linten wordt het wel een hele persoonlijke boom. Je kan hem pimpen zoals je wilt. Met snoep bijvoorbeeld, dan wordt het een echter kinderkerstboom. Verkrijgbaar bij Wonen met LEF, zie de bijgevoegde link hieronder.

Source: Wonen met LEF/Kerstboom van sloophout

25 november 2012

15 november 2012

INTERIORSTYLING: Natural space in white/beige tones

Below you will find an inspiring & natural space in soft white & beige tones combined with wood.


Furniture available at Goossens NL. Colors from Flexa (nr. 56L). 

Collage by Irene Pouw. Source: Goossens Wonen NL

10 november 2012

31 oktober 2012

FASHION: 10 TRENDS FOR SPRING 2013

We saw some interesting trends on the Runway for Spring 2013. Here they are: 1. Leather 2. Black & White 3. Bows
4. Metallic 5. Ruffles 6. Sunglasses 7. Short Suits 8. Oceanic Shades 9. Plenty of Prints 10. Citrus Shades. For the complete review please have a look at the enclosed link below. Source: FashionEtc.com. Photo credit: Imaxtree

TREND - LEATHER:
Valentino
Billy Reid
Jason Wu
TREND - BLACK & WHITE:
Rachel Zoe
Prada
Marc Jacobs
TREND - BOWS:
Saint Laurent
Giambattista Valli
CHANEL
TREND - METALLIC:
Burberry Prorsum
Moschino
Paul & Joe
TREND - RUFFLES:
GUCCI
Balenciaga
GIVENCHY
TREND - SUNGLASSES:
CARVEN
PRADA
TREND - SHORT SUITS:
Tory Burch
Emporio Armani
Elie Saab
TREND - OCEANIC SHADES:
Monique Lhuiller
Diane von Furstenberg
Elie Saab
TREND - PLENTY OF PRINTS:
Proenza Schouler
Elie Saab
Timo Weiland
TREND - CITRUS SHADES:
Louis Vuitton
Michael Kors
ISSA