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Welcome! Thank you for visiting my weblog. I am Irene, Elisabeth Pouw, a Dutch blogger. As blogger I am connecting my readers with beauty, style, quality and craftsmanship in various subjects like interiordesign, architecture, haute couture, photography, art etc. I love decorating & bringing beauty and harmony into interiors. I created this blog to share my passion for decorating as well as the many other things which inspire me. From time to time I am also highlighting certain interior designers, decorators, architects, stylists, photographers etc. I hope you enjoy your visit. Feel free to give a comment on my blogs. I will react back as soon as possible. Best regards, Irene Pouw from Holland.

10 maart 2025

Sophisticated Interiors: Paris, Living In Style by photographer Reto Guntli

Interesting interiorbook about Paris: "Living in Style" by photographer Reto Guntli. Arguably the most stylish city in the world, Paris has long been known for its sleek, sophisticated interiors. This inspiring volume takes us on a tour of the French capital's most notable dwellings. These luxurious living quarters will truly take your breath away! The decor ranges from classic to contemporary, with intriguing choices of furniture, finishes and materials. Reto Guntli's spectacular yet accessible photography makes you feel right at home. Be Inspired ......

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Source: Amazon

08 maart 2025

Runway: Carolina Herrera Resort 2025

 
Highlights from the fashionshow from Carolina Herrera Resort 2025. Be Inspired ...... Earlier I wrote more blogs about this inspiring fashion designer, SEE HERE










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Sources: Carolina Herrera and KENDAM
Photos: courtesy of Carolina Herrera

02 maart 2025

PFW: Armani Prive F/W 2024 Couture, Part 01


Highlights from the fashionshow from Armani Prive from his Fall/Winter 2024 couture collection. Be Inspired ...... Earlier I wrote more blogs about this inspiring fashion designer, SEE HERE






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Sources: ARMANI and WWD
Photos: courtesy of Armani

Time to make a tasty pumpkin soup. Have a lovely Sunday ......

In Wintertime it can be quite cold outside. I love to make a tasty pumpkin soup then. Have a lovely Sunday ........ 


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For more Inspiration, see also my PINTEREST account

Runway: Viktor & Rolf S/S 2025 Couture (01)

 
Highlights from the fashionshow from Viktor & Rolf for their season Spring/Summer 2025. Their presentation proves that radical creativity does not require complexity. Dutch designers Viktor Horsting and Rolf Snoeren transformed a beige trench coat, white shirt and navy trousers-all in textured silk gazar-into 24 different looks, fusing couture tradition with playful futurism. Earlier I wrote more blogs about this inspiring fashion duoSEE HERE Be Inspired .......

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Sources: Viktor & Rolf and Fashionotography
Photos: courtesy of Viktor & Rolf

01 maart 2025

Art: Delightful paintings by artist Erich Paulsen

While surfing on internet this morning I saw these beautiful artworks from artist Erich Paulsen. What a delightful paintings! Love his wonderful color use as well as his unique palette knife technique. Be inspired ........


More about the artist: 
Erich Paulsen was born in 1932 in a small village near Berlin. He moved with his parents to West Germany after the war. He studied in Hamburg at the Meisterschule der Malerei. Further studies followed in Italy, France & Spain. As an art student Mr. Paulsen traveled to Italy, France, Spain, Scotland & Norway to expand his knowledge and experience the feeling of the landscapes of other countries as well as Germany. Mr. Paulsen prefers to paint land-scapes and in particular subjects around his home in Lower Saxony. Paulsen's unique palette knife technique and his wonderful colors give his paintings flair and make them stand out. Mr. Paulsen has had exhibits for his work throughout Germany as well as the U.S., Sweden and Norway. 

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Runway: Favourite looks From Chanel Haute Couture S/S 2025


Chanel celebrates the house’s artistry with a spirit of lightness and youthfulness
Below you will find some favourite looks from the Chanel Couture collection for their season Spring/Summer 2025. This season is special for the house of Chanel as it celebrates its 110th year in creating haute couture. Bringing focus to its artistry and craftsmanship shown through the chosen materials and colours and an air of youthfulness in its silhouettes. The S/S 2025 haute couture collection is spotlighted around Gabrielle Chanel, her work and ideals. We see joyous pastels in delicate fabrics anchored in strong monochromatic elements, sophisticated tweeds and precious elements rendered in short-suit ensembles. And furthermore embroidered chiffons, sequins and pleated details for a sophisticated feeling of Chanel. Be Inspired ........ Earlier I wrote more blogs about Chanel, SEE HERE




Enjoy this CHANEL Haute Couture S/S 2025 documentary film directed by Thierry Demaizière and Alban Teurlai in the Chanel Haute Couture ateliers.

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Sources: CHANEL and Harper's Bazaar Singapore
Photos + video: courtesy of Chanel