Weekend in Bordeaux

Hello everyone!
We recently visited Bordeaux, which has turned out to be a lovely city. It is full of stunning architectural beauty. The weather wasn't very nice, but besides all the rain we still had a great time.
 
In the heart of Bordeaux is Rue Sainte-Catherine. I learned that this pedestrian only shopping street has 1.2 kilometers of shops, restaurants, cafes and it is also one of the longest shopping streets in Europe.
Happy Friday everyone! Hope you have a great day and an even better weekend :-) 

''Love''
Dusana

Sunglasses: Ray-Ban, Bag: Michael Kors, Coat: Next

Toni and Guy a great place to get your hair done

While inner beauty is very important to feel comfortable in your own skin, being happy with the way you look on the outside will make you feel more confident. 

Two years ago my hair was getting to my desired lenght when I cut them short. It was a quick decision without thinking.
The first month I enjoyed my hair short, but after I decided to grow my hair long again. I love long hair. I have been growing my hair for some time now and slowly, slowly reaching my desired length. If you read my blog you know that I had a few bad experiences, I went to trimmed my hair and they cut them quiete short.  

Just before the Christmas I visited once again my favorite hair salon Toni and Guy Evolution. I wanted to enter the New Year in style. A New Year is the perfect time to change your look or at least refresh your hairstyle. One way to freshen up your look and give yourself a more youthful appearance is to change the color.

When you're changing your hairstyle you'll want to pick a hairstylist that you can trust. Someone who can give you advice and help you to achieve the look you want. That's why I'm very thankful for my collaboration with Toni and Guy. Because of this experience my hair are getting longer and look healthier.
Even though I know they are good I was still a bit worried.
But Jeff the salon manager sat with me and explained what he wants to do. I could tell that he knew exactly what to do with my hair. He trimmed the ends and layered my hair. Jeff has such a sweet personality and is a true artist when it comes to cutting hair.
I think it's important to give your hairstylist a little creative freedom to make suggestions. I was greeted with a smile and left with a smile.

My color was done in their other salon at Toni&Guy Passy .
When I got there they were already expecting me. The place is new and interior design is modern-looking. 
All the people working there were so sweet. They genuinely seem to like what they do, plus they were friendly and very professional.

Toni and Guy is everything that a good salon should be. I love it.

Visit your hairdresser for a younger hair makeover. Rather than sticking to an old-fashioned hairstyle, go for a younger and more carefree look. You will drop years from your age. Your hair is one of the first things people notice about you, so use it to your advantage.  

Thank you Toni and Guy once again for collaboration on my blog!

''Love''
 Dusana 

 Thank you for "brightening" up my day!

Toni and Guy Evolution: 
8 Boulevard de Courcelles 75017 Paris 

Tel: 01 40 53 06 84 

Metro: Villiers

Toni&Guy Passy: 
3 rue de la Pompe  75116 Paris 
Tel 01 40 50 79 79
Metro: La Muette 

New Year, New You, New Makeup Bag

Start the year off right with small, manageable changes to your lifestyle.
Now's a great time to clean out your makeup bag. Technically you should clean your makeup, brushes and makeup bag monthly, but most of us forget about it.
Have a serious look at what you need and what you want.
I'm sure you all know the saying:  ''If you haven't used it in a year, get rid of it.''

Quick tip:

Cleaning your makeup brushes is a necessity. Your makeup brushes gather dirt, facial oils and bacteria that can cause spots.
If you want to give them a really proper clean, wash them with shampoo and leave to dry overnight.

I wish you all an amazing New Year!

New Year, New You, New Makeup Bag

''Love''

Dusana

Christmas Market in Trocadero

I love Christmas markets.
Leaving in Paris has so many positive benefits. We don't have one Christmas market, but five.
How amazing is that?
Paris is offering many free activities for those who want to enjoy the holiday festivities. 

Last Sunday we decided to go and have a hot cider at Christmas market in Trocadero. For those who love to skate, there is also an ice rink facing the Eiffel Tower. 
As you can see, the Christmas Village is definitely worth the visit. The Christmas market stalls sell everything from sausages, salami, nutella crepes, churros (sweet, crispy, fried dough), hot cider and of course my favorite ''mulled wine''. The aroma of hot spiced wine while shopping puts you in the wright festive mood.
I was nicely surprised to see my country represented at one of the stalls.
''Go on Slovakia'' :-) 
If you are in Paris, visit Le Village de Noel du Trocadero and taste our traditional specialities like sauerkraut and mushrooms soup, grilled sausages and home-made pastries. Christmas stall is full of typical Slovak goods, so you can bring home unique craftsmen products that are sold on the market. 
Don't forget to try a shot of homemade slivovica (plum brandy). 

Visit one of Paris's many Christmas markets for a scenic winter stroll and try some traditional food.

''Love''
Dusana 

 

Collaboration with Toni and Guy Evolution

Every woman loves to have a perfect hair. A woman hair is her crown. 
The wrong hair color can make you look washed out, and a bad haircut can make you look older than your real age, even when paired with the most up-to-date makeup and fashion trends.

One way to freshen up your look and give yourself a more youthful appearance is to change the hairstyle. A more stylish haircut can knock a few years off your appearance.
We all need a change sometimes, sometimes it is the missing ingredient to feel better.  

Last month I had an opportunity to collaborate with Toni and Guy and fashion & beauty photographer Erick Seban-Meyer; you can read more about Erick in my previous post or @ Erick Seban-Meyer, photographe de mode.com

The first time I visited Toni and Guy was a long time ago in London and the whole experience was very nice. So, when I got a chance to work with Toni and Guy on my blog, I was very happy.
On the day I was greeted with a smile and introduced to Jeff the salon manager, who sat with me and discussed the type of a hairstyles for my photoshoot.
I was then introduced to my stylists, a lovely girls, who did my hair.

They were friendly, always asking if I need anything and able to deliver exceptional service.

I have to say that I was very pleased with the way I was treated.

Just like fashion, how you wear your hair speaks volumes about your style and Toni & Guy Evolution knows style. I found it to be a great salon, fantastic service and georges result. And Toni and Guy isn’t just like any other hair salon. They also do a deep cleaning shampoo that’s specially developed to refresh and revive the scalp. 
That's a good news, isn't it?

''Love''
Dusana 

Thank you Toni and Guy Evolution and Erick Seban-Meyer photographe de mode once again for collaboration on my blog.

  

That's me and my first hairstyle

  

That's my second hairstyle

Hair: Toni and Guy Evolution

Photos: Erick Seban-Meyer photographe de mode

Asistant: Caroline Metzger
Makeup: Caroline Olivier

Toni and Guy Evolution

Me and Jeff the manager

Address: 8 Boulevard de Courcelles, 75017 Paris 
 

Phone:01 40 53 06 84 

 

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	10:30 am – 7:00 pm
Wednesday	10:30 am – 6:30 pm
Thursday	11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Friday	11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Saturday	10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Sunday	Closed

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Erick Seban-Meyer - Photoshoot Collaboration

I'm a positive person, trying to go after what I want. Even though some people might think it's crazy or not possible. They say you should follow your dreams, that dreams come true and I believe that. Self belief is a positive tonic that helps people grow beyond their dreams.

Last month I had a chance to meet and work with a great fashion and beauty photographer Erick Seban-Meyer. Most of Erick Seban Meyer photographe-de-mode pictures represent cosmopolitan models with personality, sensuality and grace. His client list includes names such as Von Dutch, Ober Jeans, Belstaff, Miranda Kerr, Adriana Karembeu, Gwen Stephany, Karl Lagerfeld, Aishwarya Rai and many more.

I was very excited to have this opportunity. On the day of our photoshoot we met together with his assistant and make up artist. They were an absolute joy, so genuinely friendly and lovely. My hair were done by Toni and Guy Evolution (closer post about Toni & Guy coming soon).
It was a great experience, Erick Seban-Meyer is truly talented, he made it very easy and his eye for perfection is a gift.

Thank you Erick, I'm very thankful for this cooperation, it was a pleasure working together.

Photos: Erick Seban-Meyer Photographe
Make up : Caroline Olivier
Assistant : Caroline Metzger
Hair: Toni and Guy Evolution
Coat: Next 
Skirt: H&M
Heels: Zalando 

Modeling is extremely competitive, the industry is filled with rejection. It is very challenging to get a breakthrough and success will only come with patience and perseverance. 
Getting into modeling career begin with a portfolio. A portfolio is a method of self-discovery and confidence-building. 
Erick also works with people who are trying to get into modeling. He helps them to build their portfolio. So, if you want to get into modeling world, make sure you have your pictures done by a professional, because professional photographs helps you get an interview. It is a worthwhile investment.
You can take a look at Erick Seban-Meyer work at Erick Seban-Meyer - photographe de mode and Erick Seban-Meyer Photographe

Start today, change your life, change your thinking from negative to positive.  
Don't give up, instead hold on. Continue to stay strong, because you are definitely next in line to make your dreams come true. Know that it is you who will get you where you want to go, no one else. 

''Love''
Dusana 

''Wanting something is not enough. You must hunger for it. Your motivation must be absolutely compelling in order to overcome the obstacles that will invariably come your way.''
~Les Brown~

Erick Seban-Meyer and Me

Just a little preview

Hello Everyone,
Hope you are having a great and positive week.
I have been busy lately, working a lot, but finally I'm back to blogging and I'm excited to show you what I have been doing for the last few weeks.

I had the opportunity to work on my blog with an amazing photographer Erick Seban-Meyer and Toni and Guy Evolution (more about Erick Seban-Meyer, Toni & Guy Evolution and our collaboration, coming soon in my next few posts).

For now a little preview.

''Love''
Dusana