Author Archives: Marte Marie
Norwegian pancakes, twilight and a dash of fog and mud.
When the landscape outside looks like this, all one can do is to snuggle up inside while the little remains of snow melts and the fog lifts it’s spell on nature. The gentle wind of spring is shaking up the … Continue reading
Afternoon wander through the streets of Milano and a castle.
When I visited Milano a bit over a week ago, two unexpected things happened. One, Milano was “covered” in snow. And like so many Milanese, I had never seen it dressed in white, and it felt so much colder than … Continue reading
A late continental breakfast with honey and jam
After a week of Milanese breakfasts, that are very good indeed but rather hastily enjoyed, I was in need of a more sit-down-and-enjoy-slowly-with boiled-eggs kind of breakfast, let’s call it more of a hotel continental style breakfast. I while back … Continue reading
The majestic Duomo and modern art in Milano.
It’s hard to ignore the Duomo in Milano, not that you want to, but even if your tried all roads, in this case, leads to the Duomo. The first time I spotted it across the big piazza in front after … Continue reading
The most beautiful shopping mall in the world and the sun.
I just got home form my recent trip to Milano, and I had such a wonderful time! The highlight was to visit a dear friend who spoiled me the entire time I was there. On one of the evenings a … Continue reading
The Valetta skirt and a little dance.
This petite summer skirt is a bit of a flirt. Made from unbleached cotton it’s a quiet yet fun addition to your summer wardrobe, and when it comes to travel, this little gem is a must;) With elastic bands at … Continue reading
Introducing the Paris skirt and jacket!
It finally here! This is the beginning of the little spring/summer 2012. I’m off to Milano on Friday to begin the hunt for fabric for the upcoming summer dresses for you, but here is the Paris wrap skirt and the … Continue reading
A sunny lake, friends and nature.
After a long walk outside in the cold winter-landscape yesterday, I felt my body yearn for the sun and warmer days. It yearned for birds to sing cheerful songs of spring and for the wind to be gentle on my skin. … Continue reading
The winner is….
Thank you all for participating in the Swarovski necklace giveaway! I’m so happy to find out which necklaces you liked the most and why. The randome winner of this giveaway chose my favorite, the Swarovski Monterey necklace. A while ago, I … Continue reading
A Paris wrap skirt peak and a necklace.
What exciting days! I feel like I was trotting along in a perfectly comfortable tempo for some weeks and then all of a sudden someone hit the supersonic button, and my legs now run as drum-sticks! I’m not a fan … Continue reading







