2017 is slowly saying goodbye and I am sharing with you my last YouTube video I created for My Makeup channel. This time I decided to fully focus on the newest L’Oreal Paris Paradise Extatic mascara, which definetly is one of my favourite makeup finds of 2017! I hope you enjoy the video. Discover more at My Makeup.
May your eyeliner be even and your lashes be long. Happy and beautiful 2018!
Paris is always a good idea. – Audrey Hepburn
Paris is definitely one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. I’ve been there twice, in 2010 when I visited it for the first time with my boyfriend and this year when I returned to the City of Lights with my mother. It was actually our first trip together, just the two of us. No matter with whom you travel, Paris can for sure be magical. For those of you, who haven’t been in this French capital before, I decided to create the ultimate 5 day travel guide to Paris, rounding up all the must-see places. Are 5 days enough to discover the city? Honestly, no. Paris is a large city with a lot to offer and 5 days, in my opinion are a good start, but also the minimum. So make sure you go there with a plan, but also don’t forget to enjoy the moments. The beauty of Paris is also walking around without a destination in mind, finding chic cafes, strolling around the parks and enjoy the magnificent views. Enjoy and relax, don’t overrun, you can always book another ticket to Paris!
What to see in 5 days in Paris, France?
DAY 1 – spend your first day walking around the heart of Paris
CENTRE GEORGES POMPIDOU: the museum of modern art is also interesting as a building itself
NOTRE DAME: visit an amazing 12th-13th Century Gothic church, Notre Dame, which many call it the heart of Paris
LATIN QUARTER: is a labyrinth of streets, cafes and restaurants with a unique vibe; grab a lunch or dinner there
LE JARDIN DU LUXEMBOURG: or the Luxemburg gardens are the most beautiful in spring or summer and are a great location to take your children
PANTHEON: is a final resting place for many eminent French (Rousseau, Voltaire, Marie Curie, Victor Hugo) and a magnificent neoclassical architectural masterpiece itself
DAY 2 – enjoy the view from/of the Iron Lady of France, do some luxurious shopping
EIFFEL TOWER: built in 1889, La Tour Eiffel is probably the most iconic landmark in Paris and arguably all of France; visit it in the morning to avoid the crowds
TROCADERO: this touristy spot offers the best view of Eiffel Tower and is a great location to take some nice (Instagram worthy) photos
PONT ALEXANDRE III: one of the most elegant bridges in Paris, which is often the location for wedding photoshoots, it spans the river Seine between the Grand Palais and the Les Invalides
LES INVALIDES: Hotel National des Invalides is a complex of museums and monuments, connected to military history of France
OPERA GARNIER: is certainly one of the most beautiful buildings in Paris, which welcomes world-class opera and ballet performers
LA GALERIES LAFAYETTE: visit the iconic Parisian store to shop for luxuries or just enjoy the view
DAY 3 – visit the biggest museum in the world and the surroundings
THE LOUVRE: Louvre Museum with over 30.000 works of art and relics which cannot be fully explored even if you take 5 days just for it, so make sure you take at least a few hours and plan ahead what you wish to see
PALAIS-ROYAL: La Palais Royal is a former royal palace with a wonderful garden, the Les Jardains du Palais Royal and is for sure one of the most photogenic places in Paris
JARDIN DES TUILERIES: The Tuileries Garden is a public garden located between the Louvre Museum and the Place de la Concorde and for the past 200 years has been the place for strolling, relaxation and celebration.
DAY 4 – wander around Montmartre
MONTMARTRE: at 130 meters high, Montmartre is the highest point of Paris; this charming place was once the place for many world-famous artists such as Van Gogh, Picasso and Renoir and today you will find many galleries, streets artists and chic cafes there (such as La Maison Rose)
SACRE COEUR: Basilica du Sacre Coeur is Montmartre’s most recognizable landmark and one of the main tourist attractions in Paris, it also offers an amazing view of the whole city
PLACE DU TERTRE: located just a few steps away from the Sacre Coeur, it is the place of the artists and galleries; stop there to grab delicious crepes and have coffee at one of the cute cafes
MOULING ROUGE: heading back to the centre of Paris, stop at Moulin Rouge, enjoy the show or just wander around (and maybe make a sneaky purchase at one of the sex shops around there)
DAY 5 – the best view of Paris from Arc de Triomphe and a stroll through the famous Avenue des Champs Elysees
CHAMPS-ELYSEES: start from the Place de la Concorde, take a photo at the Fontaine des Mers and continue all the way to the Arc de Triomphe; in the 2-3km walk along Avenue des Champs Elysees you will for sure be tempted by the variety of different shops; for an afternoon tea stop at Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris, it is just a short walk away from the Avenue.
ARC DE TRIOMPHE: after a stroll (and some shopping) you should definitely climb the Arc de Triomphe de l’Etoile (if you plan a lot of shopping consider the reverse order!); after 284 stairs you will be awarded with an amazing (in my humble opinion also the best) view of Paris
EIFFEL TOWER AT NIGHT: if you have some energy left, visit the Eiffel Tower once again, preferably this time at night to see it with its magnificent lightning.
Of course there’s a lot more to see and explore in Paris, but these are my recommendations for your 5 day trip to Paris! If you are looking for some hotel recommendations, check my blog posts about Hotel Therese and Hotel Adele & Jules. Paris will always hold a special place in my heart and I will be thrilled to visit it again (very soon!).
The past few weeks have flown by so fast. It’s almost Christmas and a few days later we welcome the brand new, exciting 2018. Before I fill my tummy with delicious food and generous amount of cookies, snuggle into my onesie, open the Christmas gifts and sip some hot mulled wine, I’ve got quite a few things left to do. Blogger’s work is never done, you’re never fully on vacation. It is unbelievably rewarding, but sometimes hectic as hell. Nevertheless, I love it! Starting my mornings preparing new content for you, checking things off my “to do in 2017” list and answering emails on my Lenovo Yoga 910, running from meeting to meeting, ending my days at Christmas parties… Luckily one dress fits all of the occasions!
outfit:
Tom Tailor dress
Tom Tailor scarf
Guess pumps
photo: Katarina Veselič
location: Antiq Palace Hotel, Ljubljana, Slovenia
A house full of love, laughter, serenity and warmth, a beautifully decorated Christmas tree, wrapped presents underneath, the smell of delicious food cooking in the kitchen on Christmas day…
No matter the Christmas menu, a holiday table deserves a special touch. And today’s blog post is all about adding some sparkle to your festive table setting. Together with my blogger friend Tesa (Magnifique blog) I visited the spacious, newly opened Velana living salon and we instantly knew what our first collaboration blog post will be about. Since Christmas is approaching with light speed and Velana living’s gorgeous solid wood table was so beautifully done with a wintery touch, we decided to use it as a setup for our festive feast photo shoot. A well laid table, prepared with care and a touch of uniqueness, can add a lot to the Christmas atmosphere. Everything from the table itself, to the decorations, the table setting, the choice of the plates, glasses and cutlery, and of course the selection of the dishes, is all together combined in a perfect Christmas moment that will add a piece to the memory mosaic. I believe, you cannot go wrong with an elegant setting with a modern twist, just as seen on the photos. High quality dining pieces are something you won’t regret investing in, especially if they are done with precision, tradition and modern trends in mind. Like the deer themed china, how stunning is it?
5 tips that will help you set a Christmas table to remember:
#1 Theme your Christmas table for a dramatic effect.
#2 Decide about the colour theme and match the colours to your dining room.
#3 Look for décor pieces that are suitable for more than one occasion.
#4 Decide on your centerpiece: like candlesticks and other matching metal decorations.
#5 Respect the tradition, but don’t forget to add some modern trends.
outfit: Dorothy Perkins
photo: Katarina Veselič
location: Velana living, Šmartinska 52, Ljubljana, Slovenia
Christmas is not all about gifts. It’s about sharing love, time and attention, homemade cookies and a cup of mulled wine, it’s about sharing memories, laughter, tears and compassion.
It’s 2 weeks ‘til Christmas and I am already done with the majority of my Christmas gift shopping. I know, I am crazy. However, I agree that Christmas is not all about presents, I still love to spend time and care thinking what to give to my family and closest friends. I love the moments on Christmas morning watching my loved ones open their gifts. I try to be thoughtful and this year in particular, I tried to find something for each of them that they will actually love and use. This is why I decided to do Christmas shopping a bit early this December. The Christmas tree is all ready and set (this one on the photos is at my boyfriend’s parents – how cute and utterly kitsch it is?!), some gifts are already wrapped and carefully stored in a safe and hidden place (did I mention gift wrapping is one of my favourite things to do as well?). Enough being said, today’s blog post is all about helping you find a perfect fashion gift for him and her at the Tom Tailor store.
CHRISTMAS GIFTS FOR HER
You cannot go wrong with a simple warm and snuggly sweater. Look for nice and high quality materials, make sure you check her usual colour preferences. Also, a big scarf can be a great idea every year. Speaking of accessories, this year warm knit hats with unique details are the ones to look for. Tom Tailor is for sure a great place to check for these kind of fashion picks.
CHRISTMAS GIFTS FOR HIM
Who else finds it incredibly difficult to buy for their boyfriend? Besides the usual classic socks and pants combo, look for classic fashion pieces. Keep it simple, don’t stray too far from what they would buy themselves. A simple V neck sweater and a black scarf are not the most adventurous gifts, but they will for sure come handy.
outfit: Tom Tailor
photo: Katarina Veselič