These are the things cheering me up at the end of an awful, foggy and grey November day.
1) cuddling with Lulu on the couch while watching the latest episode of Gossip Girl
2) My latest DIY project, a cute crochet collar sewed to a grey sweater
3) The lovely JC Lanas ordered online I just cannot wait to arrive
4) David facetiming me from India (no photo:)
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
THE HEARTWARMING ONES.
EXHAUSTED.
Gosh, I'm exhausted! I never thought being a single dog mom can be so hard. Especially with a demanding dog like Lulu.
I wake up early and instead of having a long and lazy latte on the couch, I'm grabbing my coffee, I'm combing my hair while washing my teeth to make sure I have enough time to exercise Lulu and shoo my guilt away that I'm leaving her home for the whole day. During my day at the office I try to be as effective as I can, shortening my lunch break to avoid staying in late and then back at home we rush down to have a long long walk and play a lot with other doggies to make sure Lulu is fine.
God, it's so much different when David is around! He is taking her to his office every day and Lulu is always with him when he is cruising around the city during the day.
I'm absolutely sure now she is happier with him. And probably she misses him as much as I do.
This is what I was wearing on this hectic and very cold November day:
vintage maxi skirt, H&M turtleneck and an amazingly warm faux fur vest.
Need some sleep now.
xoxo,
katika
I wake up early and instead of having a long and lazy latte on the couch, I'm grabbing my coffee, I'm combing my hair while washing my teeth to make sure I have enough time to exercise Lulu and shoo my guilt away that I'm leaving her home for the whole day. During my day at the office I try to be as effective as I can, shortening my lunch break to avoid staying in late and then back at home we rush down to have a long long walk and play a lot with other doggies to make sure Lulu is fine.
God, it's so much different when David is around! He is taking her to his office every day and Lulu is always with him when he is cruising around the city during the day.
I'm absolutely sure now she is happier with him. And probably she misses him as much as I do.
This is what I was wearing on this hectic and very cold November day:
Need some sleep now.
xoxo,
katika
Sunday, November 27, 2011
THE BLUE CAPE.
I really love these photos. Today we went to my grandparents' little village for family lunch and I wore this beautiful blue vintage cape. I love the contrast of the vibrant blue and red and the fall nature. I won't say that I did not use Lars von Trier's Melancholia's opening titles as inspiration.
Photographed by my beloved sis.
This is what I wear:
Vintage blue cape, knitted top, abstract print skirt, Mango heels.
xoxo,
katika
Photographed by my beloved sis.
This is what I wear:
Vintage blue cape, knitted top, abstract print skirt, Mango heels.
xoxo,
katika
Labels:
daily outfit,
diary,
katika vintage,
melancholia
HOME ALONE.
I'm the sort of people adoring to have company and the one happier to cancel invitations and programs when I finally want to be on my own. This is how I feel safe. Being alone means facing your ego, your fears and your neverending thoughts. You can easily put the volume down by switching on the TV or going online. But the bravest thing to do is just listening to them and then let them go. This is what I'm going to do in the next 2 weeks. David is in the other part of the world and for sure I'll have tons of programs that I can cancel, I'll also try to spend some time on my own. And listen. At least when Lulu is not licking a giant bone next to me on the couch.
This is what I'm wearing: vintage white blouse and knitted top and denim shorts, DIY bow, white lace socks and black wedges.
xoxo,
katika
This is what I'm wearing: vintage white blouse and knitted top and denim shorts, DIY bow, white lace socks and black wedges.
xoxo,
katika
Saturday, November 26, 2011
BLACK FRIDAY
Hey, hey-hey! I'm was in a very TGIF mood yesterday as it was my nameday and it was black Friday in the US. It's the day when the official xmas shopping season is kicking off so all the big brands offer insane promotions. In the past few years given that my office is in a loft really out of the city I became a frequent online customer, I not only save a lot if time and get myself really cool stuff from shops and brands not available here but I also adore the excitement I feel when my parcel arrives! Yesterday a dream came true as there was a huge discount at solestruck.com, a site offering beautiful designer shoes and I bought my first pair of Jeffrey Campbell! Wow, you cannot imagine how excited I am about them!!! I'll make sure ti share it with you as soon as they arrive!
Oh, and this is what I was wearing on this beautiful day: vintage striped sweater, jeans from Zara, vintage leopard belt and fur coat.
Have an awesome weekend!
xoxo,
katika
Oh, and this is what I was wearing on this beautiful day: vintage striped sweater, jeans from Zara, vintage leopard belt and fur coat.
Have an awesome weekend!
xoxo,
katika
Thursday, November 24, 2011
POMEGRANATE.
I have a new favourite fruit. I cannot believe it took me so much time to discover it! It's so special, I almost feel like eating a jewellery. It's a fruit you cannot just simply slice and eat, it has it's trick. The thick and hard skin is protecting the real gem, the ruby red pearls. Instead of using a knife, use your bare hands, you can break it into small pieces and get to the juicy seeds easily. Mmmm, and it's so rewarding! And it's not only yummy but contains tons of antioxidants, a great weapon to fight this chilly weather and smog!
xoxo,
katika
xoxo,
katika
DOG FRIENDLY PLACES.
Yesterday a new place was added to my list of dog friendly restos and cafes in Budapest. It's the newly opened bar/cafe/club called GMK in Gozsdu udvar. The place is not only perfect for an after-work drink and gossip exchange but also ideal if you have a 4-leg companion with you.
Yesterday night Lulu was just shameless, she felt a bit clingy so she ended up sitting on one of the chairs, resting her head on the table. In less then one hour almost half of the clientele stopped by to pet her!!! I wouldn't say she did not enjoy it!
Besides this place here is a short list of places we usually go to if we have Lulu with us:
RESTOS
Iguana
Cafe Kör
Menza
El rapido
Okay Italia
Ötkert
Cafe Vian
Hummus bar
CAFES/BARS
Castro
GMK
Hivatal
Telep
Bar Ladino
Kadarka Wine Bar
Csendes
Any tips for other dog friendly places in Budapest?
xoxo,
katika
Yesterday night Lulu was just shameless, she felt a bit clingy so she ended up sitting on one of the chairs, resting her head on the table. In less then one hour almost half of the clientele stopped by to pet her!!! I wouldn't say she did not enjoy it!
Besides this place here is a short list of places we usually go to if we have Lulu with us:
RESTOS
Iguana
Cafe Kör
Menza
El rapido
Okay Italia
Ötkert
Cafe Vian
Hummus bar
CAFES/BARS
Castro
GMK
Hivatal
Telep
Bar Ladino
Kadarka Wine Bar
Csendes
Any tips for other dog friendly places in Budapest?
xoxo,
katika
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
MY VERY ETHNO DRESS.
Hello darlings, I'm so happy to show you this magnificent vintage ethno dress, it's a combination of beautiful floral prints and has a lovely handmade embroidery on its front. There are only 3 days left and David is going away for 2 weeks, this will be our longest time apart yet, I try not to emerge in self-pity and think about all the nice things I will do with my sis and friends. but he is still here, gotta go and make some nice dinner!
What about apple pancakes with cinnamon?
xoxo,
katika
What about apple pancakes with cinnamon?
xoxo,
katika
Monday, November 21, 2011
THE CLOWN COAT.
It’s an ugly, grey and freezingly cold Monday morning, your alarm beeps at 7 am, you can barely open your eyes and then, under the shower you are thinking why not to turn this depressing and gloomy morning into something crazy and fun?
That was the point when I decided to wear it. It’s been winking at me from the garderobe for days and its moment has finally arrived. The Clown Coat.
That is my armor today, that is how I will fight the Monday morning blues and the grumpy faces and some bitchy people around me.
May the Clown Coat be with me!
This is what I wear: vintage Clown Coat, vintage Fabergé high waist denim skirt, vintage striped tee, nanushka hoodie top, Asos wedges.
Have a wonderful week, mes belles!
xoxo,
katika
katika
Sunday, November 20, 2011
BACK HOME.
You know this feeling, right? When you’re back to your hometown and all
seems so familiar and stirs up so many long forgotten memories. Today I
did this travel back in time when walking along the main square of my
city with my teenage years best friend, Szilvi, sipping on mulled wine
and laughing out loud remembering to all the mischiefs we did together. I
was really happy that after Budapest and Berlin, the third Szimpla, a
really cool bar, now opened in Vac, so we took a chance on checking out
the place. It’s an old, shabby baroque downtown house turned into a ruin
pub, with a tastefully designed garden and interior, and a lovely girl
serving yummy mulled wine. It’s really worth a visit if you’re passing
by! I wore my vintage fur jacket, my vintage Levi’s short, Asos boots
and a vintage leather bag.
xoxo,
katika
xoxo,
katika
Saturday, November 19, 2011
NEW ITEMS IN THE GARDEROBE!
Here are the latest vintage treasures added to the garderobe today, mes
belles. Please note that the lovely print dress in the middle is a Diane
von Furstenberg wrap dress in excellent condition.
I’m so excited, I have to make a selection of clothes for an upcoming mashkulture event. It’s going to be a market so if you love vintage clothes, you’ll get the chance to buy them there. More details to follow soon!
xoxo,
katika
I’m so excited, I have to make a selection of clothes for an upcoming mashkulture event. It’s going to be a market so if you love vintage clothes, you’ll get the chance to buy them there. More details to follow soon!
xoxo,
katika
Friday, November 18, 2011
ANNE OF GREEN GABLES.
Thursday, November 17, 2011
CUTENESS OVERDOSE.
mes belles, I couldn’t resist to share this photo, it’s just too cute, really. Take a pug, preferably Lulu, combine her with the cutest baby born this fall, his majesty, Beni, the second prince to our girlcrew, and tadaaam, you get the too cute to be true photo as a result.
This was the first time Lulu saw a baby and she was convinced that we brought her home a new buddy, it was not easy to stop her from jumping on Beni and licking his face all over.
They’ll be nice mates in a few months!
Gotta sleep now, too much work these days, mes belles. My face is like a wirn out tee, crave my beautysleep.
nightnight and xoxo,
katika
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
DETAILS.
Here are, mes belles, the most beautiful new vintage accessories added to the garderobe. The bracelets are made of copper & bone and they were found at a lovely thrift shop close to our home. The sunglasses have a true ’70s style and I found them at the flea market. Hope you’ll love them as much as I do.
xoxo,
katika
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
DAILY OUTFIT.
This is today’s outfit photo, mes belles, I’m so sorry that i was not
able to photograph this lovely vintage skirt without the ugly coat, but I
was late from work as usual and it was too cold to take it off outside!
hope you’ll still love the small details like the chocolate colour
floppy hat and the so Sophia Loren vintage sunglasses!!!
xoxo,
katika
xoxo,
katika
Monday, November 14, 2011
Friday, November 11, 2011
FRIDGE FESTIVAL.
hello mes belles, it’s officially winter time in Hungary! Yesterday temperature dropped by almost 10 degrees and it’s so cold that I needed to get my warm wintercoats out of the garderobe quickly to save myself from freezing to death on my way to the office.
It was just Thursday so not the BIG bright lettered FRIDAY, I had a lovely program waiting for me at the end of the day: the first night of the 4-day winter festival taking place at the beautiful more than 100 year old ice rink in Budapest. Armed with many layers of clothes and spicy hot wine I had a really great time, dancing @ a Parov Stelar live concert is always warming you up. I was laughing with my friend Barbara as the last time we saw the band at BalatonSound summer festival, it was soo sizzling, we were almost melting and we were dancing in the front row in bikinis and the singer was sprinkling the audience with a hose-pipe!!!
I was wearing a royal blue hooded wintercoat, a giant vintage sweater, my mum’s vintage fur cossack hat and oldgold leggings from H&M.
Have a lovely weekend, mes belles!
xoxo,
katika
Labels:
daily outfit,
fridge festival,
katika vintage
Sunday, November 6, 2011
FLY, FLY, SEQUIN BUTTERFLY!
Friday, November 4, 2011
HAPPY BIRTHDAY LULU!
Mes belles, today is a very important day because it was the 4th
November when the sweetest creature on Earth, the cutest pug in town,
Lulu was born.
Lulu is 2 today and she is a true blessing, completely changed our lives and she is a true member of our family.
I remember how I’ve been begging David for a dog for ages and every time I opened a birthday or Christmas present I cannot say I was not a little bit always disappointed that it was not a dog. Then we had this serious, adult-like conversation and David said I could have a dog if it was MY dog and MY responsibility. It’s a long-term decision. I knew it was true. Having a dog is not only costly but requires true dedication, cosistence and time. They say having a dog is only for those that cannot be talked out of it.
When we finally agreed on all the conditions of keeping a dog I already knew that I wanted a pug. It’s the cutest breed on Earth and it’s not only suitable for those living in the city and not having a garden (sleeping 14 hours a day) but it’s also the most sociable creature, getting on so well with children and other animals. I’m not saying that proper training is not needed but today Lulu is dog we can take to restaurant or basically anywhere knowing that she’ll be fine and everyone will just love her.
Here are the cutest photos of her childhood, mes belles.
Happy birthday big girl, it’s your day!
xoxo,
katika
Lulu is 2 today and she is a true blessing, completely changed our lives and she is a true member of our family.
I remember how I’ve been begging David for a dog for ages and every time I opened a birthday or Christmas present I cannot say I was not a little bit always disappointed that it was not a dog. Then we had this serious, adult-like conversation and David said I could have a dog if it was MY dog and MY responsibility. It’s a long-term decision. I knew it was true. Having a dog is not only costly but requires true dedication, cosistence and time. They say having a dog is only for those that cannot be talked out of it.
When we finally agreed on all the conditions of keeping a dog I already knew that I wanted a pug. It’s the cutest breed on Earth and it’s not only suitable for those living in the city and not having a garden (sleeping 14 hours a day) but it’s also the most sociable creature, getting on so well with children and other animals. I’m not saying that proper training is not needed but today Lulu is dog we can take to restaurant or basically anywhere knowing that she’ll be fine and everyone will just love her.
Here are the cutest photos of her childhood, mes belles.
Happy birthday big girl, it’s your day!
xoxo,
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
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