Fashion trend: Après-ski style

When the American, British, Italian and French Vogue all publish articles about après-ski style, you know a big trend is going on. But what's après-ski style exactly? It almost always includes Norwegian or Fair isle sweaters, faux fur coats and accessories, furry or colorful Moon Boots and quite often luxury brand handbags and sunglasses.

The queen of après-ski style is (the Brazilian influencer) Thassia Naves if you ask me. She really knows how to look good, keep it warm and comfy, but also how to steal the show. For those of you who don't know her, she's loud and a little over the top ("never low-key" in her own words). But I love that! 

While many American and European influencers only choose neutral colors (like beige, caramel, latte, mocha mousse...), Thassia goes all out and wears vibrant colors, such as neon pink, yellow, red, blue and black. She wears colorful outfits by Emilio Pucci, Fendi, Perfect Moment, Goldbergh, as well as statement accessories by Christian Dior, Gucci and Chanel. That may not be accessible for everyone, however it can be a great style inspiration. Why not risk a little?

Other famous influencers who do après-ski style really well, are Silvia Braz (Brazil), Lena Terlutter (Germany), Natasha Oakley (Australia). Dutch entrepeneur (and former model, TV host, actress) Nikkie Plessen is also a great inspiration if you're looking for the perfect après-ski style. She combines her own fashion brands, including Nikkie Skiwear, with combat boots and Hermès and Chanel bags, creating a luxurious and cool style at the same time.

One of my favorite skiwear and après-ski-wear brands is Goldbergh, by Dutch entrepreneurs Lieke van den Berg and Sandra Peet. In every collection they have various themes. The Goldbergh winter 25/26 collection has a black & white theme, an Italian (ski racing) Idols theme, but also "Bella Maschera" including a stunning Venetian masks print. Furthermore, Goldbergh has a limited edition capsule collection, called "Gold Exclusive", which equals couture on & off the slopes. Après-ski style doesn't get more luxurious or fashionable than this!

Photos 1-11 Thassia Naves, Instagram @thassianaves
Photos 12-13 Silvia Bussade Braz, Instagram @silviabraz
Photos 14-15 Lena Terlutter, Instagram @lenaterlutter
Photos 16-17 Natasha Oakley, Instagram @tashoakley
Photos 18-19 Nikkie Plessen, Instagram @nikkie_official
Photos 20-22 Goldbergh, Instagram @goldbergh

For more information about Goldbergh please visit: 
https://goldbergh.com

For more fashion trends check out one of my previous articles:
https://tarasdolcevita.blogspot.com/2023/08/fashion-trend-degrade-or-ombre.html
https://tarasdolcevita.blogspot.com/2021/11/fashion-trend-white-sunglasses.html

H.O.F. House Of Fashion, The Hague

On February 24th 2024 one of my favourite fashion stores celebrated its festive reopening: H.O.F. House Of Fashion in The Hague. It's a multi-brand store with colorful clothing, fashion jewelry and accessories, including bags, scarves and shoes, as well as some home decor and fragrances. 

Owner Stephanie van Kats has an eye for the latest fashion trends. (Not surprising since she worked for the chic Hoogewegen-Rouwers store in The Hague for many years, before opening her own business.) H.O.F. Fashion sells big brands like Malìparmi, Sissel Edelbo, Sylvia Toledano, Ortigia Sicilia and Gas Bijoux.

However, you will also be able to find a great deal from unknown fashion brands. For example, today I got blown away by a gold faux leather skirt for only €70. That's the great thing about H.O.F. House of Fashion, they have something suitable for all tastes, ages and budget.

Next time you're in The Hague, pay H.O.F. House of Fashion a visit:
Frederikstraat 20
2514 LK The Hague
The Netherlands
https://www.hoffashion.nl

Stay Chic in the Heat

The summer of 2020 is memorable for obvious reasons... you know, corona... but it's also the hottest summer in history (since records began). Working from home meant changing my daily routines, adapting to Zoom meetings and dressing up for videocalls. Add to that extremely high temperatures, high humidity... and you'll understand my "struggle" to stay chic in the heat.

After a couple of weeks of working from home I really got into dressing up and (re)found my mojo. Of course it didn't hurt that I love the spring-summer 2020 collections!

Many fashion brands have a Latin vibe this summer, which I absolutely adore!! Ruched shirts and skirts, off-the-shoulder dresses, polka dot patterns, very feminine lines... and of course the collaboration between Colombian fashion designer Johanna Ortiz and H&M... that's what I want to remember the summer of 2020 for.

Dressing up in Quarantine

We've been in quarantine for two months now… and I have to say, it has not been easy. But what pulls me through (among other things) is fashion! I have always loved fashion and dressing up, but now -even though I have nowhere to go- I like it even more. 

Of course there are Zoom business meetings and Friday night quarantinis with the girls... and then there are fashion contests with specific dress codes, like the "Chic at Home" challenge by Colombian brand Azulu. Not that I really need a reason to dress up, because as they say: "Never underestimate the power of a good outfit on a bad day".

So in case you're wondering if I walk around the house in sweatpants… I'm not. And I can't really understand why someone would wear sweatpants all the time (it depresses me)... but hey, whatever makes you feel good. Hang in there everybody!