Big Girl Bow

Sometimes time does stand still...

Saw two of my dearest friends last night at Trattorian in Stockholm. Lovely dinner with lovely friends, had so much fun catching up with my girls. I haven't seen Karin (left) in maybe 7 years and Emma (right) in 2 years. It was just the same, I love it when it's just the same. I love it when time doesn't matter. Cheers to good old friends!

Serenity

Fall Totes

DIY - Ballerina Bun

If you don't know how to make a Ballerina Bun check out this video. 

See more tips from The Beauty Department

Swedish Summer

Saturday in Stockholm. One of the first things I wanted to take my daughter to is Skansen.
Skansen is an open air museum with Nordic animals, historic buildings and a taste of how Sweden was back in the day. I absolutely love walking around up there, it reminds me of childhood. While I'm here I absolutely plan to indulge in Swedish food classics, first box to tick, herring for lunch! We had an amazing day, summer in Stockholm is special.

SWEDEN

We're finally here. I have not been back to Stockholm in 2 years, time flies!
My girl did phenomenal on the flight, except she threw up during the landing, got a little motion sickness.
Now I've been through the public puking in a restaurant and in an airplane with my child, equally disgusting, horrible and stressful to deal with. Happy to be on Swedish ground for a while.

Fall Trend- The Smoking Slipper

I like this type of shoe. You always look dressed yet it's casual and comfortable. I have never been much of a "heel" girl on a day to day basis so I'm in luck this season. You will see them in all sorts of varieties and colors this fall. If you wanna be a little more crazy, try Stubbs and Wootton, you can find their slippers here.

Memories

Happy Anniversary darling, having the time of my life!

Couldn't help to look through our wedding pictures today. What a day that was, so special.
Not a single photo without a smile.

I love you so much.
xoxo

White Done Right

a. T Alexander Wang

b. Helmut Lang Suede Jacket

c. Alexander McQueen Bracelet

d. Haute Hippie shorts

e. Maison Martin Margiela Suede Boots

f. Alexander McQueen Bracelet

Independence Day

Deal or Steal #4

Wrap Around Barcelet

Super cute wrap around bracelet. Available in beige, black, brown and grey.
Adorable on sun kissed summer skin. Find them here.

Walton's Fancy and Staple

Breakfast at Walton's Fancy & Staple owned by Sandra Bullock. This little Southern cafe style deli is super cute and has delicious treats for breakfast and lunch. While you're there buy some fresh flowers and candles to bring home.
There is even a little 'parking' spot for the dogs. 609 West Sixth Street.

Far, jag kan inte få upp min kokosnöt...!

Far, jag kan inte få upp min kokosnöt... :) Only the Swedes will get that line.

With that said, it refers to a song about a person who can't get his coconut open, used to love the song as a kid...

...still do!

Josephine discovered pistachios this evening as I had some, it made me think of the song mentioned above as she was trying to get the pistachio shell of the nut. 

Half the fun once she got a hold of the pistachio bag was to make a mess, of course! 

Afterwards she got to try one and out came -More! 

She's tried to master the art of opening a pistachio for a long time...still watching her trying :) 

Very patient I must say.

Space & time

Coldplay

We saw Coldplay at the American Airlines Center in Dallas last night.
They put on an amazing performance, wow what a show, really impressed! Go see it if you have the opportunity.
Thank you Adam for inviting us, had such a great time!

Heading back to Austin this afternoon but chilling out with my little girl at the pool first :)
Everyone having a relaxing Sunday? Big kiss from the Big D.

Bean @ The House of Blues

We're in Big D for the weekend. All sorts of fun awaits. Started off by seeing Bean perform at the House of Blues last night, it was really fun seeing her live for the first time.

Ended up for drinks at Private Social to end the night. They have reversed happy hour (both on drinks & bar food) meaning it starts late. Quite the new trend applied by more and more restaurants. I had never heard of that before and think it's a great idea for all night owls :)

DIY - Frozen Banana Bites

For the kids...and adults ;) Very yummy. Find the recipe here.

Pink & Gold

Pink and gold are two of my absolute summer favorites. Combined, even better!

Magic Mike

A little something for the ladies. Magic Mike, movie premieres end of June in the US. 

...and yes we have already made a girls night out of it :) Watch the official trailer here.

The South

Indian Summer

Future race car driver?

Josephine joined us at the end of the Formula Expo today. She likes to go out in our garage when the car is parked, jump in and pretend like she is the one driving. Today she got to try out the little race cars at the Expo, you think the other kids got to sit in it? It was a challenge to get her out of it without a melt down :)

Formula Expo

Busy, busy, busy! Booth is ready. This weekend US Star Events is exhibiting at the Formula Expo at the Austin Convention Center. Never fun to work on a weekend but I'm looking forward to some great business opportunities and networking. Wish us luck!

Happy Friday everyone!

Travel in Comfort & Style

a. Blazer - Balmain

b. White tank - H&M

c. Scarf - Alexander McQueen

d. Boyfriend jeans - River Island

c. Shoes - Superga

d. Handbag - Mulberry

Pink LEGO

LEGO has always been kind of boyish but girls love to play with it too. Here are some really cute options from their Pink collections for little girls.

Evening Stroll in the City

...hope everyone had a nice weekend! xoxo

SMEG

These cute 50's retro fridges from Smeg have been around for a long time. We actually used to have one with the Union Jack on the front. They really are a kitchen accessory, like having Apple products laying around :)

Only down fall is they don't have enough space for a family with kids. But for two it's just enough!

Beach Babe

GOLD & BLUE

a. Melissa Odabash Cover Up
b. Melissa Odabash bikini
c. Chan Lu Lu scarf
d. Jimmy Choo sandals
e. Ray Ban Aviators
f. Aurelie Bidermann cuff
g. Michael Kors tote

DIY - Hair Bow

The Honest Company

Today I received my Essentials Bundle trial package from The Honest Company, founded by actress Jessica Alba. These non-toxic and organic baby and children's products came in a cute box and I can't wait to try them out. So far, they smell good and look good!

To be honest :) it is not until lately I have really started to rethink all the products we have in our home.
Anything from laundry detergents and cleaning products to body lotions. Most of them contain toxic chemicals that are known and linked to health issues. I have literally cleaned out the bad stuff and made room for the good stuff. Wanting what's best for our little family, a non toxic environment.

Find out all about the Honest Company here, on how to get your trial bundle and what you get by being a member. Fantastic monthly deals!

Sounds familiar? Pretty much me right now...

Not too much going on...

Such a nice day in Austin, full on summer.
Fighting of the jet lag from our trip seemed harder this time (maybe that has something to do with two weeks of late nights in Monaco). Certainly not old but I'm not 20 anymore.

We managed to get down to the lake this morning for a run...it was followed by a long nap...ZzzzZZZzz.
After all the fun being away I have lost a bit of endurance, it was HARD to run today.

And while waiting for papa to come back from golf Josie and I are being a little silly.
A nice and relaxing day, not too much going on.