Konjac Sponge Review

Even if you are not a huge makeup lover, skincare is something all of us can benefit from. I've seen Konjac Sponges in stores and wondered if they are worth a try. I wear makeup almost daily, so I need something that removes it efficiently, but doesn’t leave the skin dry.

Statement Sleeves

Ruffles and exaggerated sleeves have been everywhere throughout spring and summer. I’m all for over-sized items, but it took some time for me to warm up to ruffles. Too much of them can easily look a little frumpy and it seemed like a trend that would be over in a second.

It turned out that I just hadn’t found the right item. This shirt has the perfect amount of puff and the stripy fabric makes it look like a more feminine version of a classic cotton shirt. It also seems that we’ll see more statement sleeves in the fall season, so they are not just a thing of the moment.

My 5 Favorite Makeup Products

It’s always nice to try new things, but most of us have favorite products that we come back to over and over again. In this post, I go through five makeup products that have become my holy grails. This time, I’m including only makeup and fragrances, but if you wish, I could do a list of skincare and hair products as well.

Sports Luxe

Whether you’re on a holiday or working throughout the summer, you probably want to wear something easier and lighter. One way to do it, is to take inspiration from sportswear. Luxe trainers, velvet sweatpants and satin bombers combine the best of both worlds; feeling comfy and looking chic. You can also mix and match your sportswear with something formal to create the look.

Metallic Bag

Huvilakatu is probably one the most iconic streets in Helsinki. Even though I live quite nearby, for some reason I’ve never realized to use this location. The street is full of cute little villas and it's definitely a must-see place for visitors. The weather was quite chilly as you probably can see from my outfit and we had to take cover from the rain a few times. I also had to protect my new camera lens (which I forgot to mention in the last post). So, this is my second set of pictures with the new lens and at least I think the difference is clear as day. You wouldn't believe that changing just the lens could make such difference, but it was definitely worth it.

Fake or Inspired?

Is there a difference between borrowing and copying? Is there even such a thing as original design? These were the questions I was asking when I saw this bag at Zara. Inspired, fake of whatever, I think it’s a stunning bag. I didn’t even dream about finding a bag that would work for my style so perfectly.

Casual Friday

Ah, Friday, the day of the week when you feel like making the least effort. It's the perfect day to wear a hoodie, a pair of trainers or whatever makes you comfortable. Thankfully, hoodies and sportswear are no longer just for teenagers and working out – at the moment, even those nineties buttoned sweatpants are becoming a perfectly acceptable choice.