July styles: Caftans, basic tops, summer workwear, shorts, flower scents and interior + cloud drinks

Helsinki, 16 degrees

A cloud does not know why it moves in just such a direction and at such a speed...It feels an impulsion...this is the place to go now. But the sky knows the reasons and the patterns behind all clouds, and you will know, too, when you lift yourself high enough to see beyond horizons.

On a rainy Monday like this one, what's better than catching up on some reading?


This month's Trendi magazine presents some of the styles worth noticing in July. I reacted on these fun caftans that as lighter versions, at least the translucent overdresses, are suitable and comfortable summertime.

Caftans

Caftans are variants of the robe or tunic, versions that have been worn by countless cultures around the world for thousands of years. The caftan is mainly associated with Islamic cultures and has been worn as court robes; the splendor and specific decorations of the caftan indicated the rank of the wearer. Sovereigns often gave ornate kaftans as a mark of favor. This is why I especially like the silk alternants of caftans. Do you own a caftan? When do you use it?


Basic top

Another piece of clothing presented this month is the basic top, and how to wear it. My favorites are the boxer style tops, but I'm also fascinated with the whole black style one finds on this page's lower right corner: a black silk top with a black skirt with sequin decorations.


Summer Workwear

Last week, during my last week at work before going on holiday, I was delighted over this page showing what to wear to work during summer. It reminded me of my post in May which you can read here, showing similar outfits and the shirt dress I have in white. I loved the idea of combining this shirt dress with some wedge sandals and a blazer.


Shorts

Shorts are of course true summer essentials! I like how here three styles are presented: work, shopping, and party. To work I like the idea of wearing a collared shirt with a blazer and combining that to shorts. When going shopping, on the other hand, the most important thing is that the outfit is comfortable, don't you think?

When wearing shorts to a party or when going out in the evening, it's important to remember that simply by using a festive top or the right accessories, shorts can become even they festive.


Flower scents

Last but not least, summer is in my opinion all about flower scents, especially the scent of roses! Let the dazzling rose take care of both your skin and mind. Even though I use Dior's J'adore perfume the rest of the year, during summertime I think the misty rose scent is the perfect romantic choice for summer.


Summer interior color scheme 

In Divaani magazine the interior color scheme for July - August was presented. I thought the minty and white colors used in this room's interior was super fresh! I liked the most the shoe boxes and suitcases, as well as the mirrors, photo frames, and pillows.


I have lately bought some new photo frames to us and decorated the shelves above our bed and next to our windows. As you can see, I've tried to use black and white in both places, but with a hint of blue and violet next to our bed, and green in our living room. I've recently also come to the conclusion that a home needs a lot of green in it and we bought some new flowers and plants last week. I feel I'm quite happy with the result.


Cloud drinks

Thanks to Glorian Ruoka & Viini magazine I was inspired by these cute cloud-related drinks, desserts, and fondue! I thought the drink made out simple water with blueberries and herbs sounded wonderful! The dessert in this picture is made by mixing ice cream, white chocolate, marshmallows, and meringue. Easy, but sounds so delicious!


On this spread, I liked the camembert cheese fondue on the right with cloud formed cauliflower for dipping. The cheese is merely put in the oven for a while and then some oil and rosemary is put on the top to give some additional taste.


Who can resist these cookies made out of shortcrust pastry and lemon flavored unripened cheese? Or how about these vodka martinis with some cotton candy? Perfect for summer parties!



What are your July favorites clothing, food, interior and scent wise?

What's your opinion?

  1. Ooo nyt täytyy kyllä saada omiinkin kätösiin nämä lehdet! ^^ Trendiä, Oliviaa ja Elleä tulee lueskeltua eniten, välillä tilattua ja joskus irtonumeroina :)

    Satu
    Indie by heart

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    1. Haha arvaa mikä lehti tipahti tänään ovesta sisään? Olivia...oon samaa mieltä noista lehdistä, noi kolme on kyllä munkin suosikit, mutta divaanil oli niin hyvä tarjous viimeksi et siihen oli pakko tarttua. Ruoka-aiheiset lehdet on kyl lähellä mun sydäntä työn takia, mut toi tuli mulle nyt näytekappaleena..
      Trendi on ollu mulla tilattuna jo melkein kymmenen vuotta-tilasin sitä jopa Italiaan asti kun asuin siellä, haha!

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  2. Mä en oo kerennyt yhtään lueskelemaan lehtiä sitten... en ees muista koska viimeks! Ihan järkyttävää omalta osaltani, mut ihania juttuja, en kestä. Toivoisin vaan että tää suomen kesä alkaisi ja voisi käyttää enemmän shortseja, avokkaita ja vaaleita kevyitä vaatteita.

    Ja hei, kiva että pidät blogini muutoksesta, se on ollut vähän niinkun sellainen iso askel, jota vielä jännitän. :)

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    1. Kesä on lukemista varten! :) Olen jo alkanut miettiä syksyvaatetustani! :) Älä jännitä, hyvältä näyttää!

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  3. nice post ...

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  4. Hi dear, how have you been? So good to get back to reading your blog :) You get such different magazines than what we do here. I like kaftan tops, especially in pretty bright colours. I cut believe its 16 degrees there, thats barely summer!

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    1. I've been great, I was busy working while you were on holiday and now it's my turn :) What kind of magazines do you have?
      Yeah, 16 degrees probably sounds cold for you, but during daytime here we do have around 20 degrees, so it's okay. Of course we're waiting for warmer days, but it might be that this summer in whole Northen Europe will stay like this. Such a huge difference from last year, when we had around 35 degrees, haha!

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  5. Cool pictures! My july favorites are sundresses and light beachy perfumes!

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    1. Thank you! Light beachy perfumes sound perfect!

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  6. I love your blog! This post is awesome!
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  7. these photos are amazing! love your blog for sure!!
    kiss

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