Summer date ideas?

I'm on a mission to make a list of fun, maybe crazy, a bit romantic date ideas for Balazs and myself to enjoy this summer. Nothing fancy just simple everyday stuff that doesn't require much prep time and are inexpensive! Like a picnic in a park with stinky cheese and a kite, a wine tasting day just for two, a night in with a rented movie, popcorn and beer, smooching in a cafe, taking a sightseeing bus tour to feel like a tourists for a day or as simple as going for a walk while holding hands! 

So, Darlings now it's your turn. What's your favourite date idea? Do you have a set weekday for date nights with your guy or it's all spontaneous? How often do you go out on dates? What's your most memorable one? You know, the one that blew your socks off:) Ready..steady..let's chat!

(photos: via This is Glamorous, by Max Wanger and by Henri Cartier Bresson)

This Week's Gems

Summer is a perfect time to wear bold colours and this whole outfit is adorable! The breezy silk top and shorts with side pockets are on my wish list:)...

My Balazs loves espresso and this print would make an awesome addition to our kitchen! (what's your favourite coffee?)...Ahh and this mini moka too.

Remember our chat yesterday about bar carts? This wine shelf is pretty cool too...

My friend just moved to Washington State last week. This cool print is for her!!! (And only $15!)...Btw: Have you seen those alphabet prints? Brilliant!...

I like this dress a lot, especially because of it's back! Perfect day-to-night piece. (Only $29!)...

It doesn't get better than travel candle sets. They make your hotel room smell incredible. I love this one inspired by the makers' favourite places! Sweet:)...

Those rosette flower pins are so pretty! Great way to make your outfit pop! (Only $15)...

Beautiful circle locket to keep people you love close to your heart. It would make a heartfelt gift for sure! ($38)...

Darlings, I'm so glad to be back after last week's Blogger Eclipse with these finds. Anything caught your eye? Any great buys this week? xo

To romper or not to romper?

I know that many of us (myself included) are terrified to wear a romper. But fear no more! According to Refinery29, there are a few easy tips on how to wear them and feel great. Prints are key for a pretty look, especially when paired up with a belt or a cute ribbon to enhance your natural curves. Also, rompers can make your legs look miles long if you avoid wearing sandals with thick ankle straps. So sweets, where do you stand on rompers? Will you be wearing them this summer? xo

P.S: I love this one!

(photos via Refinery29, Cupcakes and Cashmere, Pinterest and hazel and hunter)

J. Covington Home discount!

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Swimming Suit Giveaway!

Today's giveaway is from DownEast Basics, an awesome shop full of cute clothes, swim wear, accessories and home decor. They are offering you a chance to win a swimming suit of your choice! You can choose between their DownEast and Modbe collection. The fun thing is that you can mix and match the top with buttoms (are't those the cutest?). It’s totally up to you and your creativity! Summer is just around the corner and I love this one for a vacation somewhere in Greece or this one with stripes for a fun lake weekend!

For a chance to win you should be a follower of exPress-o, please visit DownEast webshop and let me know which swimming suit would choose if you win (the top and the buttom). A winner will be chosen at random on Sunday night. Good luck! xoxox

For extra entries:
Follow exPress-o on Twitter, like DownEast Basics on Facebook, tweet about the giveaway or post about your favourite swimming suit combination from their collections. Please make sure to leave a separate comment for each entry!

Unfinished Business With Summer

(via flickr)

As the summer is about to end I have that uneasy feeling of unfinished business (with summer, of course)....To get rid of it, I am going to take full advantage of the next 6 days, so next Wednesday I can welcome September with open arms.

Here are a few things I will try to do: eat ice-cream everyday, have a picnic with my girls, sunbath while enjoying the smell of sunscreen, have a water fight in a park and walk bare foot on the morning wet grass.

Any other ideas? Maybe there's something you are planning to do.

Kisses,

xoxoxox

ps: Also if you haven't entered our GIVEAWAY, hurry up! You have till Sunday!

Aqua View

How would you fancy waking up in this Poet's Loft in Marin County? Just imagine sitting by those huge windows, sipping your morning coffee and enjoying the view...Water has such a calming effect on me...

Good morning, Darlings

xoxoxo

Ps: You can also rent it. Balazs? Let's pack:)

(via Design Scouting)

Tee For Him and Giveaway Winner!

My Balazs is such a tee and jeans type of guy and I am always on a look out for new fun pieces to add to his collection. Those two are definetely something he would wear...You can see that I am dreaming about sailing today :)

What does your guy like to wear?

Happy Monday morning,

xoxoxox

Ps: Drum rolls, please....The winner of the cute Olive's Shop birdcage pillow is comment number 35, Jen from Unedited. Congrats, sweetie!!! Thank you so much for playing !!!

Beach Ready...Cute As A Peach!

J.Crew can't do any wrong for me lately! This cutie with adorable center tie makes this one-piece an excellent beach-ready suit....Don't you think it's adorable?

Happy Friday morning Darlings,

xoxoxo

Ps:  They also have this bikini...Cute!

What Are You Wearing?

The cute "What I wore drawings" blog is all about outifit drawings that people wear on everyday basis..I could spend hours and hours looking through them.....Some are so detailed:)

So, (today) 15th of July 2010, I am wearing those buckle shorts and this basic ruffle tee and my hair is up in a messy bun because it's increadibly hot!

Now your turn!

Muah,

xoxoxox

Ps: I bet you are much more glamourous than me :)

Summer Whites!

The first week of July is almost behind us and as the sunny (hot) weather is here to stay, I am drawn towards whites!

Today, I'm smitten with this breezy summer number and that adorable leaf crystal necklace. Together they make a perfect match :) I’m sold!

What colour appeals to you nowadays?

Happy Friday morning, my Darlings!
xoxoxo

Ps: I also heart this with this...Cute!

Berries On My Mind!

(via flickr)

I am absoultly crazy about blueberries. That is one of those fruits I could eat all year round but sadly we can only get them nice and fresh in summer...So, as now it's the right time I am planning to take full adventage of those berries. Today I am making this yummy Blubberry Boy Bail. 

Yummy:)...Can't wait to stuff myself with it..hahaha...

My Darlings, if you have any yummy berry recipes, please let me know...I can't wait to read what you came up with:)

Wish you a wonderful morning,

xoxoxox

Btw: What's your all time favourite fruit?

Porch Swing!

How does "Porch Swing" sound? Intrigued?...Lemonades and juices are great for the daytime...but a little bit of Gin, Pimm's and a whole lot of homemade lemonade mixed with cucumbers is perfect as a drink after a long day....Sound refreshing?

I am going to test it over the weekend :) We all need little indulgence from time to time :) Right?
For the whole recipe head over to the lovely Smitten Kitchen.

Wish you a relaxing afternoon and keep cool :)
xoxoxox

Ps: As many of you asked for my ginger lemonade recipe. Here it is!...I also added limes and mint leaves :)

Girl Crush

(via hanneli)

I am completely smitten with the whole look....Starting with the romantic dress.....the adorable shoes and even the high ponytail looks perfection. The dress totally reminds me of a ballerina gown!

Kisses,
xoxoxox

Ps: Blogger played some tricks on us today, but it seems everything is back to normal...Yuppie!

Danish Summer house

Oh how I dream of someday having a airy summer house to enjoy for the warm months..  A relaxed atmosphere and friends.  Perfection.

images via skona hem

Smitten with Fishtail Braids

(via hanneli)

Love...love...love!

I wish my hair was longer, so I could wear fishtail braids....But for now I am planning to practice on one of my long-hair friends...hahaha....

Have you tired this style before?

Happy Braiding:)

xoxoxox

Ps: Here is a great how to!

In The Navy!

That cute scoop neck stripy dress by French Connection and Toms cute classics would make a comfy and pretty outfit for a day around the city:)...What are your thoughts?

Hugs,

xoxoxox

Ps: I am loving the fitted waist line...It gives such a nice shape to it...no?

Wear Me Pretty!

Are you on the kurta wagon?....Rikshaw Design has the cutest pieces ever..and they're all so girlie, colourful and fun! I ususally wear them with a pair of shorts or leggings!

How about you?

For more colours and patterns click here!

Love:)

xoxoxox

Happy First day of summer!!

Hope you are enjoying the first day of Summer! 

images via Christine Rudolph

Summer Camp..

This space feels like it would be a part of a very cool summer camp retreat! (minus the monkey head)

image via miguel flores-vianna