The scene: I put on a pair of specs, stare into the mirror for a few seconds, then turn 90 degrees to face Marlene, feeling somewhat uneasy...
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I own three pairs of white jeans. I don't know why. Well, actually I do. Once summer arrives I get the urge to wear white jeans. They feel light, uncomplicated and, in a way, celebratory. Because when else are you going to get the chance to wear white jeans except during the wonderful two months when the weather is like this?
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*Is there anyone left who does not own a Breton stripe shirt? You wouldn't think so if you had a look at the pictures people have sent in for Holly and Igor's Stripe Mania. They call it a blogger round-up. I call it a good excuse to take a quick break from work and goof around in front of the mirror.
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Using a desk for papers and pens is for amateurs. As I've been battling deadlines these last couple of weeks I've used my desk only for what's absolutely essential:
*1 tub of tiger balm to keep me from falling asleep when it gets late. Best used in combination with double espresso.
*1 kick-ass coloured blush from Mac to kick my ass in the mornings.
*1 [...] My book Stilvoll is out now.
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I'm Marlene and this is my blog, where I share stories about style, beauty, design and all things that spruce up the everyday. I like men's shirts, good tailoring and a kick-ass red lipstick. My grandmother taught me that one can never own too many shoes. And who would I be to question my grandmother.
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