Shoe Science

For all the shoe lovers out there... I put together this little cheat-list in case you feel lost in the world of heels or, vice versa, if you are too advanced and need a detailed tracking sheet to organize your shoe-shelf (or, shall I say a 'shoe-room' then?!) In any case, hope you will enjoy this TESSful dictionary!

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***So, WHICH ones are YOUR FAVORITE?***

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INNO Fashion

We've been discussing with my colleagues some innovations today. You know all these marketing debates about which product to launch, will it be the right move on the market, do consumers really need it etc. Frankly, gave a lot of food for thoughts to all of us...

Personally, it got me to the point where I started digesting what exactly (as a consumer, of course) I want to have NEW in my life? What could be that TESSful something that would make me go WO-O-O-OW without stops? ...that would change my life drastically? ... bring it to the new level in terms of quality and convenience? (In fashion, I mean). The times when this sound was caused by a mini skirt, bikinin, pantsuit (you name it) have kind of went away and, unfortunately, it was not our generation who shared the happiness of seeing something different and completely unusual. 

With this thought in mind, I went to 'google the Google'. I was just curious to see if there is anything out there that could give me a spark. Good or bad - it doesn't matter, just something! And guess what? I found it... So, here is my TOP 3 of 'innovations' in fashion. How meaningful they are - I will let you judge.

TESS #1: 'Metal steps' for the metro grate. Seriously, it is the most wisest thing I've ever seen in the past years! So many good heels were killed or badly damaged due to these metal bars... Oh, men, you don't even think about our Jimmy's and Christian's when make the ventilation 'windows' on the street. But now, when solution is found, we must execute it! Properly, please.

Anti-TESS #2: High-Heeled Ice Skates. Frankly, I don't even know where exactly they could be found in a shoe store: sport shoes vs. evening pumps. But clumsy fall is guaranteed, I bet!

Anti-TESS #3: Tights with hairy arms kind of checking your legs. What for? Seriously. I guess this design aims to publicly claim the instant male attention you've got. (Why so hairy though?)

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***So, which FASHION INNOVATION would MAKE your LIFE DIFFERENT?***

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Ma Nouvelle Vie

Voilà, I am back... finally! Well, I better say FINALLY, 'cause I know that you all lost me (in fact, I lost myself as well:) Thank you so much for your patience and care, my dear TESSies. Every single message I received (and I must admit that I got quite a few of them!) asking if everything goes well on my side, surely made my days sunnier and happier! You gave me energy to move... move out... and move on. That, actually, answers the questions where I have been, what I was doing and what exactly I am back to.

Here is the story. Being totally spontaneous, flexible and free, I decided to move to another city! As simple as that. After spending some good time in Geneva, my Swiss periode of life is over (however, as life taught me never to say 'never'... I may still be back there one day... who knows:).

Audrey Hepburn once said, that Paris is always a good idea. Following her advice (as well as some of my dreams), here I am, starting a new page of my life. Kind of 'Parisian' tabula rasa with so many things to discover:)

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So, wish me luck in my new endeavors! I hope that this (usually painful) 'settle down' phase will pass quickly and that I will fully embrace my new city and my new life already soon. In any case, I am back to TESS and back to you, full of creative ideas and things to share. Let me know, how you have been all this time and what's new on your side and... by the way...

***Have YOU ever BEEN to PARIS?***

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Spring is Calling

Well, it seems like spring is not rushing this year... Pity, indeed, but so what?! They say, that somedays you just have to create your own sunshine. Why not today? Me, here - I desperately need it. It is only +3° in Geneva and it has been pouring since early morning. So, please, switch on the sun! While weather manager is trying to fix the issue (yet, I still believe he should be fired this season), I put together this fresh, minty outfit for sunny days to come. 

My main piece of inspiration was this TESSful leather jacket from RED Valentino. It's kind of stuck in my head for already several months since I first saw it in NYC among other items from the new collection. When you look closely, you can immediately fill the softness of material without even touching it. The leather is so refined, design is elegant,  embellishments are at the right level... Mmm:)  

Amazing piece to have for sunny spring and chilly summer. (Well, fingers crossed, that summer won't be chilly at least).

CLOTHES: RED Valentino Ruffle Trimmed Leather Biker Jacket, €909 (TESS), Monsoon Sofra Printed Pencil Skirt, €66 (TESS) 

SHOES: Luichiny Mint heels, €58 (TESS) 

BAG: Brahmin Hingham Large Satchel, €621 (TESS) 

ACCESSORIES: Kate Spade Crystal Index Watch, €197 (TESS), Ray-Ban Aviator Sunglasses, €164 (TESS), Fendi Kefiah Zucchino Red Scarf €152 (TESS), ASOS Triangle Doorknocker Earrings, €13 (TESS)

COSMETICS: Victoria's Secret Italian Mandarin Eau de Parfum €43 (TESS)

***So, have YOU COME UP with a DREAM OUTFIT for SPRING?***

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AutoDream

Is anyone up for a ride? 

If so, then let me drive you around the 83rd International Motor Show, that took place in Geneva from 7th to 17th of March. This is one of the «Top 5» Salon de l'Auto in the world and each year it welcomes more than 700,000 visitors. Well, I kind of hear you say: 'Pfff! That's not for girls and what, for the God's sake, this post is doing in the fashion blog?!' But wait! Look at it as an example of a tasteful style and a sophisticated design! Check out the soft shapes, clear lines, refine materials, rich colors... Be able to find inspiration in anything you see around you! Stay tuned and keep your eyes open!

So, even if you do not fancy a new car - then just get inspired by these TESSfull masterpieces:

***So, what CAR would YOU LIKE to DRIVE?***

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Charming Anna

“Spring is the time of plans and projects.” ― Leo Tolstoy, 'Anna Karenina'.  

So, one of my projects for this season was to re-read this fabulous novel. I recall it from my School and University years, but obviously wanted to refresh the plot in the light of a freshly-shot movie, carrying the same name. Surely enough, I ended up watching the video version of the book, directed by Joe Wright and starring Keira Knightley and Jude Law. TESSfully impressive, indeed! 

I guess, many of you have seen the movie; however, I decided to give a special focus to the stunning costumes, worn by Anna Karenina (aka Keira Nightly) on the set. No wonders at all here! Talented designer Jacqueline Durran earned her deserved recognitions for the collection both at the 85th Academy Awards and at the 66th British Academy Film Awards, winning nominations for the Best Costume Design. Well, TESSfully done! 

(When go through the pictures below, pay a special attention to the details. They are the key!)

In January 2013, a selection of the Oscar-nominated costumes from Anna Karenina went on public and were displayed at the London exhibition.

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So, here are some of my favorite, TESSfully thoughtful, quotes from 'Anna Karenina'. Don't read them through - think them through: 

             “If you look for perfection, you'll never be content.”
             “Respect was invented to cover the empty place where love should be.” 
             “It's much better to do good in a way that no one knows anything about it.” 
             “All the variety, all the charm, all the beauty of life is made up of light and shadow.”
             “I often think that men don't understand what is noble and what is ignorant, though they always talk about it.”  
             “I think... if it is true that there are as many minds as there are heads, then there are as many kinds of love as there are hearts.” 
             “They've got no idea what happiness is, they don't know that without this love there is no happiness or unhappiness for us - there is no life.” 

***So, TESSies, do YOU LIKE READING, in fact?***

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Happy Pretty Women's Day

My beautiful, tasteful, stylish TESSies:)
Let me sincerely wish you the happiest International Women's Day ever. Rule it, Rock it, Royal it! 
There will be no more words from my side. I hope that guys will make it up with actions:) 

P.S. Guys, I know that having several options is always cool, but in the case below - let's please stick to #1. Only. Once and forever. And don't be ashamed of it. (At the end, a good bunch of flowers always fits you nicely).

Hope you are TESSfully agree.

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***So, what are YOUR DESIRED FLOWERS for today?***

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