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Showing posts with label winter. Show all posts
Showing posts with label winter. Show all posts

Monday, December 10, 2012

Six Things: Enjoy Mother Nature's Icy Treatment

Hello, fellow wanderlusters!


Winter is one of my favorite seasons. Okay, you are right, I love all seasons. However, there is something so magical about winter. Imagine walking in the snow with a hot chocolate in hand...it is just so warm and inviting! 


As you may remember, back in August I wrote a post that was quite simple. In actuality, I simply listed 6 pictures of things you may want to consider. So, shall we get started with the winter version of 6 things? 

1.) Winter Fashion

**Yes, cozy snow-proof booties! I plan to pick up a pair to take with me to Germany.

2.) Check Out A New Blog


3.) A Treat For Your Taste Buds


4.) A Gift For The Special Man In Your Life


5.) A Little Arm Candy

***I received this Christmas present in red and absolutely adore it! 

6.) A Touching/Beautiful Documentary


What are a few things that are on your list?
Happy Holidays!

XXOO






Sunday, December 2, 2012

Hallo, Deutschland!

Hallo, liebe Kolleginnen und Abenteurer!

The New Year is creeping closer and that means I have discovered where my next adventure will be. Within a few weeks, I will be grabbing my passport and jetsetting to my next adventure.


Drum roll please....

My next adventure with B will be in Berlin! I'm excited that I will be heading out of the country for a week after Christmas.

Berlin: A Quick Look

  • Berlin is known to be founded in the 13th Century, but I have read that it may be older than researchers previously thought. 
  • Berlin is NINE times bigger than Paris! 
  • I have heard that Berlin is like New York City....never sleeps!
  • Berlin is so big that it is divided into districts.
    • Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf
    • Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
    • Lichtenberg
    • Marzahn-Hellersdorf
    • Mitte
      • I believe this is the district I will be staying in.
    • Neukolln
    • Pankow
    • Reinickendorf
    • Spandau
    • Steglitz-Zehlendorf
    • Tempelhof-Schoneberg
    • Treptow-Kopenick
  • Berlin is filled with so much history!
    • Hitler occupied Berlin.
    • There was a concentration camp located outside of the city in Sachsenhausen.
    • WWII left Berlin in ruins.
    • Berlin Wall ("Iron Curtain") was a barrier separating East and West Berlin.
      • Existed from 1961-1990
      • However, I hear that part of the Berlin Wall still exists.

Places To See:
  • Funkturm Berlin
    • Best views of western Berlin's landmarks, such as Charlottenburg Palace and AVUS.
  • Museum Island
    • Literally, just a bunch of museums that showcase coins, medals, religious iconography, and sculptures.
  • Berlin Zoo
    • Was restored after WWII and now houses over 14,000 animals. It is said to be one of the most impressive zoos in Europe. I'm hoping to go see Bao Bao the giant panda!
  • Holocaust Memorial
    • Said to be a "harrowing and truly powerful experience." 
  • Brandenburg Gate
    • One of the city's most recognizable landmarks that was built in 1791 and restored after WWII. Today, it symbolizes "Germany's rebirth as a unified state."
German Phrases

EnglishDeutsch
yes / noja / nein (yah/nine)
please/thanksbitte/danke (BIT-tuh/DAHN-kuh)
You're welcome.Bitte. (BIT-tuh)
You're welcome. (for a favor)Gern geschehen. (ghern guh-SHAY-un)
Excuse me!Entschuldigen Sie! (ent-SHOOL-de-gen zee)
Where's the restroom/toilet?Wo ist die Toilette? (vo ist dee toy-LET-uh)
left / rightlinks / rechts (linx/rechts)
downstairs / upstairsunten / oben (oonten/oben)
Hello!/Good day!Guten Tag! (GOO-ten tahk)
Good-bye!Auf Wiedersehen! (owf VEE-der-zane)
Good morning!Guten Morgen! (GOO-ten morgen)
Good night!Gute Nacht! (GOO-tuh nahdt)
My name is...Ich heisse... (ich HYE-suh)
I am...Ich bin... (ich bin)
Do you have...?Haben Sie...? (HAH-ben zee)
a roomein Zimmer (eye-n TSIM-air)
a rental carein Mietwagen (eye-n MEET-vahgen)
a bankeine Bank (eye-nuh bahnk)
the policedie Polizei (dee po-lit-ZYE)
the train stationder Bahnhof (dare BAHN-hof)
the airportder Flughafen (dare FLOOG-hafen)

Look back soon for my packing list for a winter climate and books worth traveling with. Oh, and come back after Christmas for a review of Berlin!

Auf Wiedersehen!

Monday, November 26, 2012

Menswear

Hello, fellow bloggers!


It has been awhile since I last posted and I apologize. I'm sure we all know that life gets a little hectic around the holidays. Anyways, fear not because I am going to do another fashion post for all the fashionistas looking for fun fashion ideas. 

Topic of the day: Menswear

  • How do you feel about it?
    • I personally love menswear because the clothes are comfortable, cute, and in your closet...or maybe your boyfriend's closet. 
    • Also, it is my belief that men can't resist a girl who dresses like this. I think there is a sense of "she is wearing my clothes..." Yes, you can finish the sentence yourself!
  • Can anyone pull it off?
    • Yes, everyone can wear menswear! All you need to do is find the cozy pieces hanging in your closet and throw them together!
    • Don't worry if it looks a little sloppy!
  • How to put it together:
    • Do layers!
    • Do find one great blazer!
    • Do keep jewelry simple!
    • Go for bright lips and mascara!
    • Feel free to curl, straighten, or just toss your hair into a messy bun!
    • Grab some oxfords or loafers...or some bright flats to spice it up!
    • Do have confidence!
Are you ready for my version?

What I am wearing:
  • Target Sunglasses:
    • I've owned these since summer. I think they cost about $10.
  • H&M blue shirt
    • I bought this 2 years ago for about $14.
  • JCrew: 
    • White Shirt: I've owned this for a year and it was about $25. 
    • Blazer: I bought this a few months ago because it was the perfect blazer for me. It was a little pricey (~$200), but I  get a lot of use out of it. 
  • Diesel Baggy Jeans: I bought these yesterday for $26 instead of the usual $200. Yes, you read that right! 
    • Head to the outlet malls for great deals! 
  • Brown Socks: 
    • I've owned these for awhile....probably about $2.50.
  • Brown Oxfords: 
    • I bought these at Target 2 years ago for $10. Yes, the shoes were on sale :)
  • Chanel Lipstick: Rouge Allure 98: Coromandel
    • It is like an orangish red and my favorite!
* Grand Total: $287.50 
  • Remember, this is over the last 2 years!
  • For a budget friendly option, dig in your closet for loose fitting pieces and throw a cardigan on! And it is okay to look a little sloppy because you are going for a girl-next-door vibe! 
Random fun pictures of my menswear:

The tree in the front yard that fell from Hurricane Sandy!

Look, I can balance on a tree with coffee!


Brown Oxfords are perfect for climbing fallen trees!

Gingerbread Lattes scream winter!

Recommendations if you need new clothes:
  • JCrew:
    • Schoolboy Blazer: $198
      • I love this blazer! It is the perfect cut and there are tons of pockets.
    • Perfect Shirt: $88
      • I have this in a green color and I love it! The shirt is cut perfectly. Oh, and did I mention it is so comfortable you won't want to take it off?
  • H&M
    • Perfect place to dig for loose shirts, sweaters, etc.
  • Target
    • I always buy cardigans from here! 
  • GAP:
Need more inspiration:

Will you be trying the trend? If so, let me know what your version was!