These days we’re renovating the apartment in order to put it on the market and I’m hoping we’ll manage to find something to buy before Christmas, although F says I shouldn’t get my hopes up. New home or not, I can’t wait for Christmas to come and I ain’t ashamed to show it. 😉 I’m half way through my gift list and these are my absolute favorites for the season! Bjørg Crystalline Rainbow Earrings with Opal, from Norway Designs

These delicate earrings suit all the pretty ears out there. 😉 Wear them to lift a work dress or dress down the party gown.

Snoopy table lamp by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni from Tannum

I’ve been drooling on this lamp since forever and although this Christmas won’t bring it under the tree, since we’re expecting and there’s lots of stuff to buy, next year’s Santa just might. 😉

Candle holder for Advent- Bow White from Ferm Living, Bolina

I’m an atheist, but I was born Christian Orthodox and we don’t have Advent. Still, I’d be happy for an advent candle holder in white marble, like this one. What do you reckon?

Leather loafer LISE from Max Mara

As I’ve probably written many times before, Max Mara is THE shop in my book! It may very well be because I used to walk past it the year I studied languages in Bucharest and I used to think I’d never be able to afford a single dress from them. Or it may simply be because they have amazing Italian classic design. These shoes are just the bomb and perfect for my professional life.

Wool twill dress, black CHIFFON from Max Mara

Last, but not least, the little black dress doesn’t have to reveal more than your waist. Less is more, right? 😉

xxx, Alina