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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 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.

30 oktober 2026

Lighting Design: The sophisticated minimalistic floor lamp 'Aerial'

While surfing on internet this afternoon I saw this sophisticated floor lamp 'Aerial' designed as a partnership by Falke Svatun & Bjorn van den Berg. Tall, slim and with a heavy foundation, the Aerial floor lamp is a study in Minimalism. With a strong, curvy neck made of powder coated steel, a LED light at the top and a neutral granite bottom, Aerial fits many different settings. Isn't it a beautiful design? Get Inspired .....
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Photos by Lasse Fløde.

Fashion: Monique L'Huillier S/S 2026 - Elegant evening gowns .........

 
While surfing on internet I found these elegant evening gowns designed by fashion designer Monique L'Huillier from the season S/S 2026. Could not resist to share them with you as I am a huge fan of this inspiring designer. Earlier I wrote more blogs about Fashion, SEE HERE. Be Inspired .........   





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Source: Monique L'Huillier
Photos: courtesy of Monique L'Huillier

27 oktober 2026

Art Nouveau: Refined dragonfly pendant by René Lalique

Would like to share with you today this beautiful and refined Art Nouveau dragonfly pendant from René Lalique. I am a huge fan of his work. René was a French glass designer known for his creations of glass art, perfume bottles, vases, jewelry, chandeliers, clocks and automobile hood ornaments. I added several links for more information about his fantastic artwork. Be Inspired .......
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Photo found on Pinterest, source unknown.
Other sources: ARTNET, RLALIQUE and MUSEELALIQUE

24 oktober 2026

PFW: Hermes S/S 2027 Menswear, Part 01


Highlights from the fashionshow from Hermes for their season Spring/Summer 2027 Menswear. Be Inspired ........ Earlier I wrote more blogs about MENSWEAR, SEE HERE

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Sources: HERMES and Tom & Lorenzo
Photos: courtesy of Hermes

Fantastic evening gown by fashion designer Mark Bumgarner S/S 2017

Be Inspired by this stunning evening gown designed by Filipino fashion designer Mark Bumgarner for the season Spring/Summer 2017.
Fashion designer Mark Bumgarner
More about the fashion designer
Mark Bumgarner is a fashion designer born and based in the Philippines. Established in 2014, the fashion house has been creating timeless and elegant dresses for select local and international clientele. Through his sharp, structured yet feminine silhouettes and utmost attention to detail, Mark has been steadily making a mark in the industry as a young designer to watch. Proud of his American and Filipino roots, Mark chooses to base his studio in the Philippines. His dresses are proudly Filipino made, with his 30 strong artisans helping him bring his every story and dreams to life.
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Sources: TATLER ASIA and Preview

20 oktober 2026

Furniture Design: The Alpha chair by Made in Ratio


While surfing on internet I found this elegant furniture design. It's the Alpha chair designed by Made in Ratio. The Apha chair 
is a classic, sturdy, solid wood chair that’s made from the latest production technologies. Made in Ratio, founded by designer Brodie Neill, used CNC routering technique to be a high-production tool rather than just a prototyping technology. The chair even uses digital sculpting, rather than forming it from a mold. Its strong, A-shaped structure gives it a seamless appearance, which contrasts with more traditional furniture where joinery is visible. All components join organically into one, smooth chair. 
I hope you're inspired ........

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Sources: Design Milk and Made in Ratio

15 oktober 2026

MFW: Ralph Lauren S/S 2027 Menswear, Part 2


Highlights from the fashionshow of Ralph Lauren for S/S 2027 Menswear, seen at Milan Fashion Week. Earlier I wrote more blogs about Menswear, SEE HERE Be Inspired ........

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Sources: RALPH LAUREN and Tom en Lorenzo
Photos: courtesy of Ralph Lauren

12 oktober 2026

Homes to Inspire: Stylish Renovation of a French villa by B+ Villas Renovation Interiors


Today I spotted these stylish interiorphotos from the company B+ Villas Renovation Interiors. They renovated this classic French villa in the place Oud-Heverlee, Belgium. What a beautiful renovation! Love their focus on beauty, style, quality and craftsmanship. This blogpost was published earlier on 14-05-2017. I republished it today. Be Inspired ........ 















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Sources: Hoog.Design and B PLUS
Note: these photos have been places with approval of B+ Villas Renovation Interiors. 

09 oktober 2026

Decorating: beautiful antique gold Morocco wallpaper from Schumacher

Inspired by traditional Moorish architecture and printed on a shiny metallic ground, Morocco in antique gold is a timeless geometric wallpaper pattern that evokes the beauty of hand-carved marble screens. Be Inspired .......

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Source: Decorator's Best