Well, color me happy! There's a sofa in here for two!

Yes, the Adele song may sound like a broken record to some, as it's always on the radio, and on everyone's Itunes. Yet, this attempt to the song is so refreshing. The young girl steals the show! Her notes are not sung pure, but her charisma and the feel for the lyrics she gets, comes across so real and natural.

The duo sitting in their simple mahogany leather sofa with a guitar, creates little Youtube magic. No glitter, no glamour, no retouching, yet still touching :)

Nevermind

Have you maybe noticed that the past few days Nirvana is quiet the hot topic? This is because it's been 20 years since they launched their genius album, Nevermind. The American rock band killed hair metal (aka pop metal or glam metal), and put grunge on the throne.

Nirvana is mostly known for their word wide hit, Smells like teen spirit. This songs made youth feel like it was written for them, and for them only. The way Kurt Cobain could relate his voice to the voice of youth, was unique. Youth went wild, and Nirvana became an overnight sensation. Funny fact is that, Smells like teen spirit was the song that was least thought about, and the last one to add to the album, yet it became the biggest, and most famous track that Nirvana would ever make.

The band was hoping to maybe sell 100 000 copies of their record, which was already a very high aim for them. They were up for the big jackpot, and ended up selling 30 million copies world wide. Now, this album is listed # 17 on the top 500 of the greatest albums of all time.

The video clip of Smells like teen spirit gives you the complete message with the song. The underdeveloped filming skills, making the video less mainstream, the rough cheerleaders sporting the anarchy logo, and a bunch of teens going crazy to Cobain singing till his vocal cords almost snap.

Sadly, Kurt Cobain committed suicide and was found dead on April 5th 1994. He listened to an album of R.E.M before shooting himself in the head. His suicide was due to his alcohol abuse and clinical depression. All the suicide notes found made it clear that this was his last act of desperation. Yet, like most amazing musicians- Nirvana had more success after Kurt's suicide. The grunge style became in, the music was hot...and Smells like teen spirit has been imitated my countless artists all the way up to the respectful imitations by Tori Amos and the less respectful imitations by Miley Cyrus. Cobain did not die without leaving his traces... Cheers to that!

Prada or nada

I am in love with the elegant alien vibe that Prada puts out with this ad campaign video. The video is filled with sexy suspense. Strong, strong Prada.



The combination of patterns, colors, volume and texture creates a creepy end product, a good creepy. The kind of creepy that gives you chills up and down your body because even though the garments are crazy, the passion that Miuccia Prada put into it drips off from the collection. The collection is all in all awkward. Awkward boots, which makes it look like you are wearing socks underneath your Mary Jane heels, the awkward material combinations of glitter with fur, and a new improved way to carry your purse. Forget the skimpy, little tight dresses with killer heels and red lipstick. This is the new (awkward) sexy!

Lierke Plezierke

I have had a prolonged writers block. But finally I have I found myself a calm place to sit and blog.

I have recently moved into the new house of my parents in Belgium. Even though there is still a lot to do inside the house, the house is beautiful! The garden is rather big, and I have found several spots where it would be perfect to spend the day having a picnic, or reading a good book. My favorite spot found so far is by the weeping willow right next to the pond which has a little fountain in it. A weeping willow is my favorite tree, because it portrays so much peace and romance. In combination with the water, and if I am lucky, a little bit of blessed sunshine coming through the clouds, any day is perfect!

Yet, it is soon time to move again... Tuesday I am signing my new contract! I found a lovely student flat in Lier, the town I will study in from now on. I have been to Lier twice now, and have seen some beautiful Rococo and Gothic architecture, right outside my door. Seems like I am going to find plenty of inspiration! My student flat is right across my university. I literally have to cross the street, flaunt a few steps and I'm at school! I think I will be working the bed-head look more than usual... I will also be going to Antwerp once in a while for some classes, which excites me because Antwerp is a fashion capital, and it is my home after all. Having lived in Poland and The Netherlands, it is good to be back at your own home sweet home.

Even though Lier is small, I have found out that there are several internationally known clubs, and nice bars around- Sweeeet! I cannot wait to move, discover new things, and meet new people.

I start September 26th, so basically have another month of summer vacation. I just finished my summer job at a clothing store, which I really enjoyed. I loved being busy, helping people around, and learning more about the behind the scenes. But now I am back at home, and even though there is still loads to be done around the house, I just want to get out of the house and do something productive again- Soon enough I will be busy moving and making my student room look cozy, and maybe finding a little job again!

I'll keep you posted!