Gone Girl

· Fashion

My ramblings have absolutely nothing to do with the outfit I’m showing you today, but last monday, I was at the premiere of David Fincher’s latest movie Gone girl (he’s the mind to which we owe Benjamin Button, Seven, Millenium…) and I absolutely had to share my thoughts with you…I simply loved it.

I had gone without really knowing what to expect, and it’s one of the reasons I’ll try to tell you as little as possible, so as not to spoil the movie. And if you’re planning to go see it, don’t wait too long (it’s being released on October 8th), for I’m afraid it’s the kind of movie people are going to be talking about in the subway, in the bus, at the office, in magazines, etc…

So, except if you’re going to be wearing ear plugs and a sleeping mask all day long …there’s just basically no way you’re going to escape spoilers.

So, to make it quick, I was totally blown away by the intrigue, how well the actors played (even Ben Affleck, of which I’m not usually a big fan, was perfect … and don’t get me started on Rosamund Pike!), the chilling and addictive side of the story as it goes along…I won’t say more, but I’d love to know what you thought of it if you decide to go see it. It’s impossible for everyone to be 100% unanimous on a movie!

In any case, don’t watch the trailer! Just go, watch it and give me your thoughts. I haven’t been this excited by a movie of this genre in such a long time ! (I recently saw “Before I go to sleep”, but I was a bit disappointed).

This post is completely off-topic….Although…I could say it’s as twisted as the zigzgags on my slip-ons! Haha! I’m really trying! (English translation by Bleu Marine)


My Outfit

Jacket Cédric Charlier pour La Redoute
Shirt Pablo Gérard darel
Bag Maccie Pieces
Boyfriend jeans La Redoute
Nailpolish “853 Massaï” Dior
Sunnies Lolita Lempicka
Lipstick Rouge Dior869 Rouge Massaï” Dior
Slip-ons Vans

Burgundy New Balance

· Fashion

Rumour says that burgundy is THE colour of the season (with yellow, if I know how to analyse the fashion magazines well).

So, even though it is meant to be in the now, my passion for burgundy is not recent: it’s now been a few years (here, here, here or there) that I have shown you regular looks in thoses colour nuances…so, it’s great that something I love is sticking to current fashion, it means I don’t have to force myself.

Today again, a touch of maroon in my outfit. I couldn’t resist another pair…My feet give out the official award to the New Balance with the title of “Most comfortable shoes of all time”, this is why I feel attracted to them… and that I predict for them a high presence in my fall and winter outfits ! (English translation by TradIsa)


My Outfit

Hat Filipo Catarzi pour ASOS
Shirt Topshop
Leather pants Soft Grey
Bag Nat & Nin
Lipstick Rouge Coco « Rivoli » Chanel
Sneakers U420 New Balance on Sarenza

A week-end in Ostend

· Fashion, Travel

Two weeks ago, I set off for new adventures on Belgian soil, thanks to the Flandre tourist office. We had already discovered Ghent and Brussels. This time, I was closer to the northern sea in Ostend.

I had seen pictures before, and didn’t really know if I’d like the city: beach surrounded by buildings wasn’t what I’d call charming.

But ever since I came back, I’m all blue. I miss that city. It really got to me, like someone who, physical charm aside, managed to seduce you in a more subtle manner, revealing its charms one by one.

I’ll try to show you the different sides of Ostend I discovered during my 2 day stay… and there are quite a number of things to see and do (we took the City Pass, like in all the other belgian cities – it allows for illimited access to museums and city activities).

The beach and ALBERT Ier boardwalk

We had optimal weather, which of course, played no small part in the seduction process.

The Abert I boardwalk is the city’s must see. It’s by the beach, you can go by foot, bike, or in a cuistax (a cycling vehicule that can go from 2 to 8 seats! Who wants to pedal?)

MARVIN GAYE Midnight Love Digital Tour

Nailpolish Carré Bleu 796 Dior
Bracelets Dinh Van & Mya Bay

One of my favorite activities. The idea is to rent an Ipod at the Tourist Office and walk around. This audio-guide retraces all the stages of the lengendary singer Marvin Gaye‘s stay in Ostend, at the beginning of the 80s.

But why would he leave London or LA for this teeny-tiny city? Apparently, it was to escape a career at its lowest ebb, substances and to work on getting both his physical and artistic health back on track. It was supposed to be a 2 week stay…he ended up staying over a year!

The tour brings us to places he liked (he played basketball in the royal stables’ courtyard!), his favorite cafés, his favorite dishes (curry braised chicken) but also in front of the building where he composed “Sexual Healing”, for yes! it’s in Ostend that Marvin Gaye composed this legendary song. Who would’ve thought?

Step by step, the direction to follow is clearly indicated, and videos punctuate the visit: there is some emotion in following the singer’s footsteps…following this blessed Ostend time, his destiny was far from happy.

He should probably have stayed in Ostend indefinitively, but that probably wasn’t meant to be.

 MU-ZEE (Le musée d’art à la mer)

It showcases the artwork of the city’s emblematic artist: James Ensor, but also a lot of other belgian artists and painters.

On that day we visited, on top of the permanent exhibition, we saw Paul Joostens‘ dadaist works, made with collages and other patchwork style sculptures.

Our intense focus was disrupted by this papier maché stand, that reproduced the characters of Ensor’s work. As you can see, I’m easily entertained.

FORT NAPOLÉON

You need to take a boat (5 minute trip), you can reach this fort constructed by Napoleon the 1st, who feared English attacks that never occurred.

Well, Napoleon, thanks to your paranoia, I discovered a beautiful photo exhibition by Jacques Sonck “Encounters”, with singular anonymous portraits, exclusively shot on belgian grounds. I was sensitive to the strength that each and every photo emitted.

I had really enjoyed the Diane Arbus exhibition in Paris a couple years back: I noticed similarities, which didn’t keep me from really, really loving this exhibition.

AMANDINE, the fishing boat

 One of the last Icelandic fishing trawlers – now a museum. Unfortunately, we didn’t have enough time to visit the inside: we’ll have to come back!

The MERCATOR 3 mast

This time, we had time to visit the inside of this ship from the 30s, that was used to train merchant marine officers.

jacket Topshop
shirt Topshop (2013)
leather pants Comptoir des Cotonniers (déjà vu ici)
bag Nat&Nin (déjà vue ici)
lipstick Rouge Coco « Rivoli » Chanel
Stan Smith Adidas (déjà vues ici)

Here I am playing trainee-sailor with a very non-regulatory outfit comprising of Stan Smith and loud checks.

St PETRUS & PAULUS Church

 To be admired in and out!

KONINGSPARK & its japanese garden

Ahh! Whereever we are, I’ll always manage to find a piece of Japan! The garden was closed to the public, but I managed to get a glimpse from outside the gates: looks promising doesn’t it?

DE HAAN AAN ZEE (Le Coq sur Mer)

De Haan is a 15 mn tram-ride from Ostend. The city has kept its Belle Epoque charms. You’d almost believe you’re in a giant Playmobil town (what a historical reference!). The beach is a little less combed, there is a different atmosphere, I really liked it!

So? So? What do you think? Are you as seduced as I was? I’ll be back soon with a “Yummy” post, for Ostend, apart from having adorable locals and a serene and charming atmosphere has great food.

The city is called “the Queen of beaches”… I now understand where it gets its name. (English translation by Bleu Marine)

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