MAKE ME JANE BIRKIN
Sometimes when you have that important meeting, like I do today, you just wish you could look like someone else. Today I’ll channel my inner Jane Birkin.
Sometimes when you have that important meeting, like I do today, you just wish you could look like someone else. Today I’ll channel my inner Jane Birkin.
Feb 20, 2012 @ 18:47 | 2 comments
Let me Introduce to you, Camilla Takacs, a Hungarian fashion photographer living in north London, where she and her boyfriend enjoys the beautiful and calm premises of Belsize Park. Camilla has the style of rock chick, lives the life of … »
I had such a hard time picking the winner of the LG/Prada-phone so I asked Thomas for help. Take it away Thomas. Congratulation, you’re a winner! Monday 20th and we’re finally able to announce a winner of the Prada LG … »
Sometimes when you have that important meeting, like I do today, you just wish you could look like someone else. Today I’ll channel my inner Jane Birkin.
Feb 20, 2012 @ 18:47 | 2 comments
Let me Introduce to you, Camilla Takacs, a Hungarian fashion photographer living in north London, where she and her boyfriend enjoys the beautiful and calm premises of Belsize Park. Camilla has the style of rock chick, lives the life of … »
I had such a hard time picking the winner of the LG/Prada-phone so I asked Thomas for help. Take it away Thomas. Congratulation, you’re a winner! Monday 20th and we’re finally able to announce a winner of the Prada LG … »
Pictures by Thomas Degner for The Style Cavalry. One thing is for sure. Henrik Vibskov knows how to put on a show. And perhaps that’s why they are always really popular and crowded. The AW12-collection The Shrink Wrap Spectacular seemed … »
In August I fell madly in love with this knitted/quilted jacket from Carin Wester which is now available. I think it would look really good with jeans and a t-shirt but also with another favourite of mine, a jersey draped … »
Feb 18, 2012 @ 12:11 | 2 comments
I’m lost for words. Rodarte was beautiful. Hair accessories might be the next big thing. Source: WTF Check out the whole collection right here.
Feb 16, 2012 @ 17:44 | 6 comments
I have decided to introduce a new series of blog post called Customized, portraying stylish and inspirational women through their lifestyle and sense of fashion. Customized aims to show how different women use and customize clothing and appearance to communicate … »
Feb 16, 2012 @ 16:22 | 4 comments
Hallo you bold and beautiful people Normally I would introduce myself, but I think Lotte covered it all. I feel like I have been a part of The Style Cavalry since its early baby steps, as a close collaborator, as … »
Feb 15, 2012 @ 14:11 | 6 comments
I’ve convinced Thomas to do a bit of fashion-blogging right here on The Style Cavalry. You already know Thomas as his beautiful pictures are featured on a regular basis right here on the blog. Thomas is studying fashion photography at … »
Feb 14, 2012 @ 8:56 | 1 comment
Great 3.1 Phillip Lim AW12 collection. According to Phillip Lim you need to stock up on (or keep) the chunky, heavy knits, all your collars and definitely your clutches for next winter. Or yeah and hang on to those burgundy … »
Feb 12, 2012 @ 12:41 | 5 comments
Illustrations by Joseph Larkowsky + Pictures by Thomas Degner for The Style Cavalry. Anne Sofie Madsen’s AW12 collection is inspired by sea-goddess Sedna, a significant figure in Inuit mytholog, half man, half skeleton. I’m sure you can find several reference … »
Feb 10, 2012 @ 10:47 | 2 comments
Illustrations by Joseph Larkowsky. Malene Birger is the designer to go to if you’re looking for lady-like-chic: pencil skirts, tux-pants and delicate laces.. and evening gowns. Among my fave items are a black lace shirt, an animal-printed dress and a … »
Feb 10, 2012 @ 9:33 | 2 comments
I <3 Uma Thurman. She only gets better and better. Fave pictures 2, 3, 4 and 7. See the rest at Fashion Gone Rogue. By Peter Lindbergh for Vogue Italia February 2012. This reminds me that I really need to … »
Feb 9, 2012 @ 21:28 | 1 comment
I have a serious RED-nail-polish-problem! I can’t seem to get enough. Just when I think I found the perfect shade of red, another enters my life and I’m back to square one. I guess I’ll try and reason with the … »
Spon Diogo, the winner of this year’s Max Factor New Talent Award, was the first show, I attend this season and I was really looking forward to it, especially since the AW11 collection is one of my all-time favorites. The … »
Feb 8, 2012 @ 8:42 | 12 comments
I’m seriously considering investing in this statement necklace from Anton Heunis from My Wardrobe. I think it would go really well with… yeah … everything. Especially on top of a white or blue shirt or a t-shirt. There are a … »
A continuation of previous seasons and many of the classic signature Veronica B. Vallenes styles are pretty descriptive of Veronica’s AW12 collection. »
Feb 6, 2012 @ 4:41 | 3 comments
Not exactly my best face but the picture is too cool not to show you. It’s such a great reflection of how cold it actually was. It’s pretty obvious that I’m freezing, right. My Etoile Isabel Marant jacket and my … »
Pictures by Thomas Degner for The Style Cavalry. Definitely one of the best shows. Perhaps even my favorite. I thought the collection – called Seduction de la Nature – was really coherent with a lot of classic Stine Goya styles … »
I’ve been so fortunate to receive a completely new Prada/LG 3.0 phone and I’m so please that I’m also able to give one away to one of my sweet and creative readers. To win you have to create a universe … »
Spend the whole of this snowy Sunday so far thinking of this Carin Wester bag from AW12. Right now my mind tells me it’s the perfect bag. It really does. Such a long time ’til I can get my hand … »
Let me share a little secret with you guys… I once performed as Sporty Spice from the Spice Girls. Now, I kinda wish I could have been Posh Spice aka. Victoria Beckham. She really has gone from so faux-pas to … »
As previously told we went by jewelry designer Christina Bizzarro the other day and here I had a chance to have a look at her jewelry. I also asked Christina a few questions. Christina has been working with collars for … »
One of the most hyped shows during Copenhagen Fashion Week and one of my favorites so far. The collections had this very coherent feel but still re-invented within the classic Goya context. Caroline Brasch opened the show so there was … »
Feb 2, 2012 @ 19:14 | 16 comments
I’ve had no luck with my fashion week wardrobe this season. I had the whole thing planned out, colors, prints and statement jewelry but everything went wrong. So I had to improvise and had a peek inside my brother’s wardrobe. … »
Feb 2, 2012 @ 8:15 | 3 comments
The Chanel exhibition at Designmuseet in Bredgade is for sure worth a visit. I went last night for the opening and the place was packed with people. The pictures are beautiful and I wish I was the owner of both … »
Yesterday Thomas and I went by jewelery designer Christina Bizzarro. Here is a preview of what’s to come. Christina has been designing collars for years and I must say if you’re into the collar-trend (which I am) you really need … »
Butik Kask is moving and is throwing a party to celebrate. Will I see you there? I’m slowly getting ready for fashion week and I can’t wait to spend loads of time with Thomas who is joining me and making … »
Jan 29, 2012 @ 19:28 | 7 comments
Acne makes the best shoes! I’m sorry to say but it’s truly a fact. Who agrees? And (almost) every season I lust at least one of the over-the-top cool pairs. This season is no different, unfortunately this season I’m in … »
Check out Odeur‘s SS12 film. It makes me long for summer, beaches and dressing much lighter. By Tue Juelsbo & Morten Bo Johansen
Jan 28, 2012 @ 10:07 | 2 comments
With Consuelo Castiglioni designing the clothes and Sofia Coppola behind the camera, we always knew that Marni for H&M was going to be something special. And so far I’m not disappointed. The campaign stars British actress Imogen Poots and the … »
One of my favourite British designers is undoubtedly Mary Katrantzou. She just did a collab with Longchamp and to celebrate that AND couture week this is how Colette looks like. Quite beautiful. I love these kind of facade-decorations. I can’t … »
Jan 25, 2012 @ 9:08 | 2 comments
Chanel figurines flying about Mademoiselle Chanel Chanel no. 5 A few days ago Chanel held an event in Las Vegas. Or in Chanel-heaven. The whole thing took place inside a 2.55 bag. Imagine the size of that. In attendance was … »
Jan 19, 2012 @ 9:32 | 2 comments
Miu Miu S/S 2012 campaign. I actually couldn’t recognize Mia Wasikowska and I don’t really know how I feel about the campaign. I don’t love it but I don’t hate it either. Tell me what you think. Photos: David Sims … »
I previously told you to keep an eye out for Stine Riis – and I was right Stine just won the place as the UK finalist in the H&M Design Award 2012 and will competing with the rest of the finalists … »
Jan 17, 2012 @ 20:58 | 2 comments
I gave you a preview of the pre-Fall collection from Carven the other day and here is more. My first thought was that it was very 60′s – and funny enough that decade was exactly Guillaume Henry’s inspiration. I actually … »
Jan 16, 2012 @ 21:15 | 3 comments
One of the reasons I’m looking for a great white cotton shirt, is because I really want to style it like this. With a heavy knit and a simple necklace. I actually found the perfect white shirt, even on sale, … »
You cannot go wrong with pastels this season. And fortunately it’s easy to find – both in the high-street-shops and at the high-end-brands. Campaign: Jil Stuart SS12. Photographer: Mario Sorrenti. Model: Daphne Groenveld Man går ikke helt galt i byen … »
Jan 14, 2012 @ 19:04 | 3 comments
I’m trying really hard to plan my Spring 2012-purchases (or what I’m hoping to/dreaming of being able to buy. They don’t come cheap unfortunately). I know, you can’t plan everything – but I’ll try as much as I can. I’m … »
Jan 13, 2012 @ 18:32 | 3 comments
I think Jean Shrimpton is pretty d*** cool. Picture no. 2 and 4 are my favourites. I wouldn’t mind that hair (not to speak of the bangs) and those lashes (even though they might be fake but who cares). And … »
From the Carven pre-Fall presentation inspired by Diana Arbus. Looks really promising. Photo: Rachel Chandler
I just realized that when I started blogging at The Style Cavalry all of our Afashiontale-followers on Bloglovin weren’t moved to my The Style Cavalry-Bloglovin-account. Therefore I would be so grateful and really appreciate it if you might start follow … »
One thing I really wanna add to my wardrobe this Spring is a pair of Céline sunglasses. A great basic buy – and because I wear sunglasses all year round, not a bad investment either. I think, I might choose … »
Christina Bizzarro collars. Another item to put on the craving-list. I think my favourite one is the ornament-collar (the last one). Photos via Christina Bizzarro
Jan 7, 2012 @ 20:13 | 1 comment
Next book I’m going to buy is the new Dior-book by Patrick Demarchelier. He collaborated with the haute couture house and has made a book about the Dior Haute Couture collections since it’s first show in 1947 to today and … »
Jan 7, 2012 @ 18:43 | 2 comments
I was reading British Vogue yesterday when I came across something I want to share with you: the inspiration of the great designers such as Rodarte, Jil Sander and Celine . Art has always inspired fashion but perhaps even more … »
Jan 5, 2012 @ 13:52 | 7 comments
Another Kate who might just be far more beautiful than the one and only Kate. Beautiful campaign for Calvin Klein Spring Summer 2008. Photos: David Sims Model: Kate Bosworth
Jan 4, 2012 @ 13:50 | 2 comments
Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2012 = just gorgeous. I really didn’t like the shoes on the catwalk but now I must admit that they are quite cool. I mean what’s not to love?
My current no. 1 craving: the Alice shoes. I really want to add both the Alice and the Audrey in denim (a sandal version of the Alice) to my wardrobe. I think, I’ll wear them all the time when we … »
Jan 2, 2012 @ 8:43 | 1 comment
2012 – check, New Year’s resolutions in place – check, fun New Years’s Eve – check, had a drink (or four) with these lovely ladies (which I’m planning on spending a lot more time with in 2012) – check. Hmmm, … »
I really wish, I could enter the new year wearing this gorgeous dress from Miu Miu. Instead I’m playing it safe by wearing all black. I’m headed out the door now. I’ll be back to regular blogging in the new … »
Acne Resort 2012. My heart is set on the Lucille dress in both blue and black, the distressed jeans, the Alice shoes, the Castle tweed skirt, the Judy shirt (also available in black) and the chunky knit. All really good … »
Dec 24, 2011 @ 9:57 | 2 comments
I’m not really in the mood for blogging right now but I just wanted to wish you all a merry Christmas – so from Kate (Moss, not Middleton) and me: MERRY CHRISTMAS PEOPLE.
Dec 22, 2011 @ 18:59 | 4 comments
Couldn’t help gaze at little over this Celine bag at Selfridges the other day. So beautiful. I also had my eye on a beautiful clutch (check out which one on my Facebook-page). I wish I could buy them both. I … »
I always keep the jewelery I use the most at the moment right next to my closet. That way I remember to put them on. Right now these four pieces are my favourite: vintage Cohn and Rosenberger earrings from a … »
Dec 19, 2011 @ 19:55 | 1 comment
A little less than a year ago I tried incorporating the 5 piece French wardrobe-principle into my shopping. It didn’t go that well but I’m thinking of giving it another try in the new year. Thus with a different set … »
Dec 15, 2011 @ 18:41 | 1 comment
Since August I’ve been waiting for these super cool jewelery to arrive. They are a collaboration between Stine Goya and Sophie Bille Brahe and from the SS12-collection. If you ask me, I think they are the perfect Christmas gift. Prices … »
Dec 14, 2011 @ 12:45 | 92 comments
In collaboration with Utzon I’m giving away this gorgeous grey Joseph knit in a size M (worth 2300 Dkr). To win, you have to tell me who founded Utzon back in the days and who is the current owner. You … »
Dec 12, 2011 @ 17:24 | 8 comments
Tomorrow I’m going Christmas-gift shopping and I’m definitely going to pop by Zara to see if they have this collar. I’m also on the look out for a few Zara-dresses which I might wear for New Year in Copenhagen. And … »
Dec 11, 2011 @ 10:30 | 9 comments
I really, really, really love Caroline Back de Surany’s lace bracelet. So delicate and absolutely beautiful – and what a difference it makes to the whole outfit. I took this picture outside the Kenzo show in Paris a few seasons … »
Dec 9, 2011 @ 10:44 | 5 comments
Norwegian Bjørg makes some really beautiful, stand-out jewelery. I love how the lookbook for the collection always features some beautiful surroundings – and this year – beautiful girls. I had a look through the archives of Afashiontale and just want … »
It’s time for another Christmas give-away, this time in collaboration with Maria Black. All you have to do to win this cool Esther chain ring worth DKR 1300 (size M) is to tag yourself in the pictures on Facebook. I’ll … »
Dec 7, 2011 @ 10:38 | 3 comments
Yesterday I went shopping with my friend Jennie who is visiting from Denmark. I did buy one of the things from my X-mas wish list but I would have loved to have added these two beauties to my wardrobe as … »
I just saw these blue leather pants in real life today and they honestly are to die for. The brightest blue color and the softest leather. I also had a closer look at the top which was somewhat near perfect. … »
Dec 2, 2011 @ 10:16 | 7 comments
I often regret not buying the leopard Miu Miu heels, not that I could afford them when they were in season but I’m madly in love with them. And even though it’s cold now and you can’t really wear them … »
Nov 30, 2011 @ 9:54 | 158 comments
I’m getting ready for Christmas and New Year. I’ve bought two Christmas-gifts so far and I actually already have my New Year’s outfit in mind (and I already purchased the skirt thanks to the Acne sample sale). Anyway, I want … »
Nov 29, 2011 @ 14:53 | 12 comments
No bird soars too high if he soars with his own wings Fall is clear and prominent in these pictures… the colours, the mood and the lightning. Today Thomas and I found this amazing abandoned construction site in Brixton to … »
Nov 28, 2011 @ 21:45 | 7 comments
This is what I wish for for Christmas this year. To be honest, I already got one of the things for myself – but it’s all wrapped up and I won’t see it again before the 24th. Can you guess … »
Nov 27, 2011 @ 14:33 | 1 comment
I agree with Tikkie. Who doesn’t need panthers and prints ala Givenchy right now? I would love to put on this fluffy sweater. Unfortunately it’s way out of my budget. I had some really good Advent-give-aways planned for you but … »
Nov 26, 2011 @ 16:34 | 16 comments
A lot of you guys are sending me e-mails about London, on where to shop but also how it is living here and finding an apartment. I promise, I’ll do a post about it real soon, I just need a … »
Nov 25, 2011 @ 8:32 | 5 comments
Thomas send me these pictures saying: shouldn’t we agree on growing old like this? My immediate response was: OMG YES! How can Helena Christensen continue to rock a set of underwear? (yes, yes good genes probably has something to do … »
Nov 22, 2011 @ 17:46 | 4 comments
Last week I was featured in the Danish weekly magazine Alt for Damerne. Here I showed the readers my favourite jewelery, my Keis by Schmidt-ring. I also revealed which necklace I want the most right now, of course the DanniJo … »
Nov 21, 2011 @ 11:25 | 16 comments
So I got my hands on the leather pencil skirt from H&M. I found it in the stores last Tuesday and there we’re only a few left. I don’t know if it arrived in Denmark yet but I was told … »
Nov 21, 2011 @ 10:01 | 32 comments
We are approaching December and as a little teaser for my upcoming advent-competitions, I’m giving away this gorgeous Sabrina Dehoff bracelet (worth 1100 DKR) in collaboration with the Copenhagen-based accessories-boutique Graff. All you have to do is go like Graff … »
Nov 19, 2011 @ 12:33 | 7 comments
Last post about It’s, my new favourite accessories-store in Copenhagen (see the previous posts right here and here). I really like the exclusive mix of jewelery, bags, belts and shoes (I wish, I had a proper picture to show you … »
I’ve been spending most of my Sundays this last month on Columbia Road flower market, the (perhaps) best place in the world – at least if you are looking for cheap flowers, great coffee and first class olives (my guilty … »
Nov 16, 2011 @ 15:19 | 30 comments
Hanging around Brixton, drinking coffee with Thomas. Might be the recipe for a perfect day. I’m wearing a COS knit, a COS scarf, Acne shoes and Proenca Schouler PS11 bag. Please follow me on Facebook and Bloglovin Pictures: Thomas Degner
This is absolutely beautiful. Cathy Horyn meets Sarah Burton at the label’s Paris atelier to explore the marine-inspired SS12-collection. Portrait film by Dustin Lynn.
Nov 14, 2011 @ 10:50 | 6 comments
My three favourite pictures from a beautiful pictorial for the latest edition of W Magazine. Hard to believe that the girls are only 13 and 17, right? I’m sure this will fuel the recent controversy about sexualising children. Dakota’s perfume advertisement … »
Nov 12, 2011 @ 19:46 | 10 comments
This is the reason why Carven is one of my favourite designers. Beautiful clothes and beautiful details. Just take a look at the beautiful lace on the shirt at look 5, the sweet collars and the cool leather shorts. They … »
Nov 9, 2011 @ 23:48 | 2 comments
The video I posted earlier with Leandra Medine led me to more Bluefly Closet Confessions – among others this one with Susie Lau. Check it out… and if you still haven’t had enough, then go to Youtube. There are loads … »
Nov 9, 2011 @ 23:28 | 9 comments
The Man Repeller is brilliant, really, really brilliant. Just take a look a her detachable collar with sleeves in pineapple print. It’s cool, it’s over the top and it’s absolutely perfect for the bona fide Man Repeller. I somehow hate … »
Nov 9, 2011 @ 13:19 | 12 comments
More snapshots from It’s, my new favourite accessories-store in Copenhagen. Statement jewelery really has a huge impact of the overall apperance of your outfit. You can dress pretty casual in jeans and a tee and then completely tranform your look … »
Another worth-noticing jewelery-designer is Venessa Arizaga. I came across her for the first time a couple of month ago in Støy Munkholm in Aarhus and has since then been mesmerized by the jewelry. Venessa has previously worked at both Tuleh, … »
Nov 8, 2011 @ 16:04 | 3 comments
I’ve found a new favourite store in Copenhagen, it’s called It’s and is situated in Gothersgade 58. The shop only sells accessories (jewelery, shoes, bags, sunglasses etc) from brands such as DanniJo (my current jewelery crush), Venessa Arizaga, The Row, … »
Lindsey Wixson for the November issue of W Korea by Phil Poynter. Lindsey is styled in gorgeous items from the cruise 2012 collections – among others Chanel, Prabal Gurung and Narciso Rodriguez. The photos somehow remind me of an … »
Nov 5, 2011 @ 10:01 | 12 comments
Fall is truly in the air in Copenhagen these days. I love this time a year and I must say I’ve been waiting for it for what feels like forever (mostly due to the fact that I really wanted to … »
Nov 2, 2011 @ 15:12 | 5 comments
I’m definitely not short on perfumes right now but next time I am, I’m gonna go for this one… if not because of the smell (it’s wonderful though), then because of the beautiful bottle. I’m obsessed with beautiful, organic perfume … »
Nov 2, 2011 @ 11:24 | 11 comments
I just ordered a gold dream catcher ring which I’ve had my eye on for some time now. As you know I’m in a gold-state-of-mind right now so everything has to be gold. My dad just mentioned the other day … »
Nov 2, 2011 @ 11:00 | 4 comments
If the internet was my closet, I would definitely be wearing this ensemble tomorrow. Unfortunately it isn’t…. and it makes me just a tiny bit sad. So remember to stop by on Sunday when I and a lot of other … »
Nov 1, 2011 @ 8:54 | 18 comments
Tell us about yourself? My name is Ophelia, I’m 28 and I work as the store manager in Wood Wood in Aarhus. Last year I spend a semester in New York where I attended Parsons – the new school of … »
Oct 29, 2011 @ 9:38 | 2 comments
I while ago I showed you a preview of my new Etoile Isabel Marant shirt and a lot of you requested a better look at it, so here goes. The picture are taken in my bedroom which might be the … »
Oct 27, 2011 @ 6:30 | 4 comments
What I’m obsessed about right now: hats, knits, pony tails, jewelery, collars and Anja Rubik. I’m gonna be a bit quiet the next few days as I’m spending my days on MTV, helping them prepare MTV Europe Music Awards. It’s … »
Oct 25, 2011 @ 11:15 | 6 comments
An old picture of me wearing the army jacket, I posted yesterday. I actually really like the combo of the army jacket and the Rick Owens leather jacket. I’ll do that again soon. I bought the dress which is from … »
Oct 24, 2011 @ 14:42 | 2 comments
Great accessories – that goes perfect together. I’m mad about the Givenchy clutch – but now also the Givenchy bracelet. And I really like how the bracelet is black/gold but the Omega (?) watch is silver. Uhh and perhaps nails-au-natural … »
Oct 24, 2011 @ 11:21 | 10 comments
One of my favourite items in my wardrobe right now is definitely my army jacket. I bought it in January and I’ve worn it countless times since. Both as a proper jacket and some sort of a cardigan. It’s vintage, … »
Backstage Wood Wood AW11. Pictures: Jonas Højgaard for Afashiontale.
Oct 20, 2011 @ 10:43 | 9 comments
Beautiful leather skirt from H&M Trend. I really love how Caroline styled it with leather sneakers from Fortex and a H&M cable knit. It’s in stores in week 46 and the price will be 699 DKR. Picture: Carolines Mode
Oct 20, 2011 @ 10:31 | 2 comments
The Versace for H&M campaign will be all over the blog-o-phere pretty soon so I just want to show you my two favourite campaign pictures. Very playful. I’m not quite sure about how I feel about the collection (even though … »
Oct 19, 2011 @ 14:07 | 1 comment
Another proof that less is more. Even though I love statement jeweleries, I’m really into simple versions right now. So after the gold rings, my next jewelery purchase will be simple gold necklaces. I really like the impact and expression. … »