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On Saturday we had the most fun day at LadyBohemia - decided to have a live mannequin in the window display. My author/dancer/model friend volunteered and regally waived, Charleston danced and blew kisses to passers-by all day... Word spread around and soon people came from near and far to see... "Look there she is!" Some took photos, most waived back, many came to greet us... This little gesture made so many people smile and laugh, and inside the shop was all laughter as well. On that day and after we've had even children or elderly gentlemen come in and thank us for bringing smiles and life to our little street. Not to mention the impact when my sweet Bhakti climbed to the vitrine and danced to people... She only has to stand somewhere and people come to tell her she looks like a princess. And children actually believe she is one (she is, of course ;) ). So just look take a look at this... Our theme song to be danced to by all at the shop was this... So very appropriate :) All about that bass My cool LadyBohemia ladies sure know how to rock it <3. ~*~

This weekend, we had a wonderful photo shoot during which I once again totally exhausted my photographer...

Above, the flamenco style Vintage Couture dress is by Jasmin Santanen, and will be featured in the November issue of Gloria Magazine also. Fake fur is a flea market find. Car just happened to be there, on our way to the actual site :).

Minna's account of our little adventure says it all:

"Yesterday I was shooting fashion photos for LadyBohemia. 7 hours of laces, flowers, make up, amazing designer gowns and jewelry and shoes even got a tomboy like me posing in front of the mirror with a rose.."

Photographer extraordinaire, Minna from Minna Kulmala Photography. Nobody can capture a mood and a moment like her.

Thank you Thank you Thank you sweet soul. You made my day perfect.

Dear readers, this is just a little taste of what we've been up to... I will show you the full results of our labour soon. This I can already say... This will be something straight from the heart, something I'm very proud of.

Can't wait to share it with you ♥.

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These heels are made for walkin' ...

And with a moon so full it makes u wanna howl, some candle lanterns, sweetest of soul sisters AND a midnight serenade... That's just what they'll do.

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There are moments when you just need to slow down, even for a moment, let go of  every to-do -list in your head...  And if you're really brave, you might even close your eyes and take it all in on a different level.. And I promise, there's treasure everywhere. Yesterday, I did just that, closed my eyes and let the feelings flush over me, in a special musical event here in Helsinki. And the treasure I found, when closing my eyes and letting go, led to such a flow of tears that I ended using every single kleenex of every stranger  around me. And. It was beautiful and unforgettable. But now, let me take you to another journey... That of a LadyBohemia business trip to the South of France. Once and again, I found myself utterly (and as usual, happily) lost this time in the beautiful ancient cultural city of Aix-en-Provence. Without agenda or hurry, I stopped for a little cup of coffee... And closed my eyes, to take it all in. And there it was. The most charming little fountain... Ancient buildings, medieval gates... A lovely art gallery... Not to mention the best croissant of my life. AND a wonderous little boutique, full of tresors old and new, soooooo sophisticated and sensual, a real Aladdins cave for  LadyBohemia . And this I gotta mention... just look at the flow of this dress. It's is a unique piece, a golden beige silk and lace dream, handmade with love by the wonderful designer Oona Elena Kassila of Moonalia Design. The skirt was originally planned to be worn at a wedding, by a guest, but sorry, I just don't have the patience to wait for some of my friends to tie the knot.. And, I must say, we've already encountered the most memorable experiences together with this skirt. I wore it yesterday, at the preview of the record to come, and I'm sure it has marks of my tears here and there... And in fact I welcome each and every one of them. And then... As I didn't plan it very carefully, I wore this dress when I needed to carry a two heavy suitcases to a boutique... As this lovely dress has a lace train, my two boys walked behind me, carrying my train. Not a word of complaint - they're rather used to me. Again, a moment never to forget. Probably to all the passers-by as well..

The brocante life in Aix... I just love it.

You might come across an item that just says  WaaaaaOoooH take me home I'm yours... But in any case, you get to see pieces with hundreds of years of history, tradition, stories... If only they could talk.

I for one would listen.

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This summer, I have Roses in my hair. The edges of the little silk roses are burnt with a lighter, to make this effect... So vivacious, so purrrrrrrrrfect. * Everytime I wear these, people just want to touch them. It does not surprise me. Each piece is handmade with love and care, by my beautiful faery friend Marianlinn Le Fay ♥ . ~*♥*~