Winter Wants

http://imgarcade.com/1/tumblr-winter-fashion-outfits/

Weather is turning cooler, well from next week in Cape Town, and that means a reassess of the wardrobe.

Here are a few things that I'd like to add to my wardrobe over the next few months

Capes

I love these, have a teeny bit of drama-queen in me ;) and this item brings it out in me. Thank goodness they are in this season, every shop I wander into seems to have them.

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/510032726525177303/

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/299911656409346371/

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/485966616017704292/

Over the knee boots

This is a look that I've had my eye on for a long time. Recently I saw the perfect pair of over the knees boots at Aldo and decided to replace my old winter boots. Now I'm waiting for the weather to cool down enough for me to wear them :)

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/34621490861375347/

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/328199891571516460/

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/61713457370361149/

Chunky Scarves

This is my ultimate go to when I want to feel cosy. Warm, soft wool in different colors can make a basic neutral dress look different each time.

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/551198441868754333/

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/556616835170435078/

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/524880531548003298/

Boyfriend shirt

Winter is about comfort foods and indoor living so a over-sized shirt aka boyfriend shirt is perfect. Skims the hips and hides what needs hiding and soooo comfy 

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/101471797825889101/

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/355854808032693250/

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/344525440219798636/

Roll neck Sweaters

I like my neck covered in winter. If not with a scarf then a I love a good polo neck or roll necked sweater. 

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/265149496786785170/

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/302515299942709673/

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/490822059363937085/

Wellies

With all the rain that beautiful Cape Town gets in winter, wellies are a major investment, especially in a beautiful color. I'm quite keen on the purple ones.

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/299137600222348316/

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/310396599292323182/

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/85427724157555902/

Excited for the cold weather!

A little Easter nail art

It's all about the bunnies today. I'm Going to show you two easy Easter themed nail art decorations that you can do for this weekend.

Easy peasy :)

Life Long commitment

Tattoos are the ultimate sign of independence and rebellion, at least in my mind. I've played with the idea of a tattoo for ages and although I don't have any yet, I think I will in the future. Here are some stunning images of delicate and feminine tattoos.

https://www.pinterest.com/explore/delicate-tattoo/

The three images above are from:

http://www.buzzfeed.com/jessicamisener/ideas-for-wrist-tattoos?utm_term=efvmhh&sub=3450030_3839072#.tnEX0BBVMg

http://blog.tattoodo.com/2014/06/20-feminine-tattoos/

http://www.tattoou.net/pictures/feather

https://www.pinterest.com/mgastreich/tattoos/

http://favim.com/deathly+hallows/page/6/

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/408842472398950513/

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/328481366543098044/

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/299137600226054233/

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/120823202479139279/

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/151785449916615490/

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/268175352787097337/

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/22447698118289703/

Now to decide on one and a place to put it :)

Dreaming of the World

https://www.bucketlistpublications.com/

Nothing gets me more excited than the idea of traveling somewhere exotic, fun and new. In a few days time , I'll be on Easter vacation for a week and I really need it. My immediate plans to recoup my energy are to hibernate in my flat for the first day with some good soups, decent wine and lots of series and books. What I often end up doing is sitting with my travel diaries (I try to make one of each trip) and relive the memories. Then I start plotting how much I need to revisit the country and when I'll go and who will accompany me...then I realize I'm a teacher and it won't happen too soon hahahaha. No harm in dreaming :)

So here is my travel bucket list:

1. Disneyland

https://disneyland.disney.go.com/destinations/disneyland/

A friend of mine has just gone with her family to Disneyland and I am SUPER jelly of her. This is very high on my to-do- list and I really want to explore all Disney has to offer with some of the younger members of the family. We never really grow up and why should we? Definitely not in the world's Happiest Place!

http://www.destination360.com/north-america/us/california/disneyland/disneyland-rides

https://www.travelblog.org/Photos/6162920

http://www.heatheronhertravels.com/disneyland-paris-top-5-rides/

2. India

http://blog.luxetravel.com/blog/bid/233093/India-Travel-Tips-What-to-see-and-do-when-traveling-to-India

In the last year, many friends have visited India. Some loved it and others loathed it but regardless everyone came back with vivid memories and experiences. I want that, I feel like I need to have seen what they have all described, and feel it all myself. Land of vibrant colors and extremes, I think India is a country that will change you forever.

http://www.yesandyes.org/2012/04/mini-travel-guide-south-india.html

http://www.readitt.in/2013/05/10-best-indian-travel-websites-blogs.html

https://www.tripping.com/explore/food-adventures-intrepid-foodie-travel

3. Greece

http://www.lonelyplanet.com/greece

This country is not just on my list because of Mamma Mia, although that film did help stoke the fire ;) If I think of a warm, friendly summery place to visit with great food, I think of Greece. It's not just about the beaches though, lots of beautiful ruins and buildings that are steeped in history, all leaving you in awe.

http://www.greece-vacation.co.uk/tourist-attractions.html

http://www.zorbas.nl/snorkeling_in_crete_greece.htm

http://www.blog.visitgreece.gr/visiting-greece-in-2013/

4. Italy

http://luciano--90.wix.com/tourisminitaly/apps/blog

A country with a rich history and a love for beautiful things set against diverse backgrounds. I would like to start in Rome which, to my mind, seems like a giant, vibrant museum with ever changing characters riding around on mopeds like in a old black and white film. Glamorous people eating pasta and pizza in the piazza in Venice , the city on water, would be my next stop and from there, the Italian countryside...you wouldn't see me for months :)

http://www.2010holidaytoyreview.com/one-day-least-explored-but-enticing-family-excursions-from-rome/

http://fineartamerica.com/featured/the-best-of-italy-marilyn-hunt.html

https://secrettkitchen.wordpress.com/2012/02/26/fresh-produce-from-the-san-remo-food-market-on-the-italian-riviera/

5. Japan

http://jimmyesl.com/teach-english-abroad/guide-to-teaching-english-japan/

Japan seems very multifaceted to me, a happy and colorful blend of old and new world. The cities are lit up 24/7 by fluorescent lights and street fashion that'll blow your mind and still you can find peaceful areas with ancient temples, large Buddha statues and cherry blossoms coating the streets in a pale pink cloth.

http://www.su.nottingham.ac.uk/societies/society/japanese/

http://www.fanpop.com/clubs/japan/images/34093640/title/street-fashion-photo

http://www.maxisciences.com/temple/wallpaper/page_4.html

And each time I visited a place on my bucket-list, I'll replace it with something else. The world is wide, wide, wide!