cheers!

'Tis the season to be merry. It's the time of year where we gather over coffee and cocktails. Here are a few recipes for some festive holiday drinks to enjoy at home. 

Cranberry Fizz Cocktail

Spiced Cranberry Prosecco Punch

Cranberry-Lime Shrub Sparkler 

(Drink Responsibly) 

work space

Whenever I am working on a big project, studying or just need to buckle down to it, I need to have a productive work space. Something pleasing to the eyes, inspiring and pretty.  

These are some of my favorite work space shots brought to you by Rue Magazine. I love the simple spaces with pretty flowers, vases, rugs, inspiration boards and all the personal details. 

Something to aspire to. 

lazy afternoons

One of my favorite simple pleasures are free afternoons. I've been fortunate enough to have a few over the last couple of weeks consisting of hot tea, experimenting with different recipes and catching up on some good catalogues for some more outfit inspiration. 

Here are just a few shots from my favorite source of inspiration; the Madewell catalogue: 

Who doesn't love an intermission from fashion for little music muse? 

Everything looks good with a cupcake 

I know this has been out for a while but I have to admit I can't get enough of it! I hope you've been inspired. I love the effortless simplicity and color mixed in the catalogue. A must try for the holidays.

 To sign up to receive the Madewell catalogue check them out here.  

give a little back

Happy Black Friday. In spirits of keeping things simple I thought I would share with you all a great gift idea that consists of something different from more "stuff." I'm sure we all have more than we need already so this year I encourage you to try something different. Instead of shopping all day, week and month think about ways you can give back. 

The Beauty Book for Brain Cancer is a fun and great gift because it not only looks good on your coffee table but gives back to two brain cancer charities SNOG (Australia) and Headrush (US). This book is full of entertaining pictures of celebrities, models and musicians (great conversation starters). The royalties will go directly to the two charities and their research projects. You are able to give back and make a difference this year with this book. Pre order here!

If brain cancer is not a cause you are interested there are many charities that have other great gift ideas for giving back this year. Find one you are passionate about or have a connection to and let your friends know so they can give back to that cause instead of filling your closet with more stuff or things you don't really need. 

home inspiration: Alvhem Mäkleri och Interiör

I've neglected a bit of my home inspiration here. But I found something to share with you all. I hope it's worth the wait. 

I came across this beautiful home over seas. The simplicity, clean lines and beautiful porch views have me drooling of jealousy (especially the kitchen). I can't imagine how fun it must be to live in this city. This apartment has amazing light and views of the city I would die for right now. Take a look: 

 

 

images via  Alvhem Mäkleri och Interiör