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feels like morning in your eyes... sings Norah Jones in my heart when I look at these pictures. ~♥~

I'm sorry my dear readers, for not having been able to give you more of my time recently. I try, I do try to steal a moment here and there for myself - that is for LadyBohemia - but it is difficult. I drop in to write a line, to post a photo, to capture a moment, whenever possible... but all too often it is impossible. Well, as you might have realised... sometimes life is just so. Thank you for bearing up with me ♥. ~*♥*~

My LadyBohemia IvoryWhite Lace Shawl. So warm, so soft, so comforting. Wearing it feels like a lover's embrace. [caption id="attachment_9860" align="aligncenter" width="500"] PhotoMagic: Minna Kulmala Photography[/caption] Babysoft cotton with handmade lace detailing in the softest, dustyest shades of French laces, ribbons and buttons.  Beautiful, feminine, unique. Like everything by OonaElena. ~*♥*~

So it's been confirmed. Me and the kids will spend the full summer in Provence. I'll keep you posted on life over there, real Peter Mayle fashion. Here's a little purchase I've made for this trip, especially. Something light, comfy, slightly transparent but not toooo much so... MmmmmmmmMmm. By the lovely Oona Elena ♥♥♥. Perfect for a summer in the sun. And my lovely ladies Noora and Hanski might come and spend some time with us. Poolside lounging, bronzing and total relaxation is in the cards with Noora... We've already planned to have a real girlie holiday, going to the gym, sleeping in the same bed in our room upstairs and talking girl stuff all night.... Hanski, I'll take all around the area by Mamie's little white car, as it'll be her first time in the South. Touring and discovering little picturesque villages, lovely restaurants and the nicest places outside the tourist circles... The kids will be totally relaxed as usual there, and play in Mamie's pool all day long... There's also pony rides and tennis lessons in the cards this time. Ah, it'll be so good. ~*♥*~

My latest little budgetary indiscretion is fluffy, breezy & light as air. SoooOoooo summery.  Ultra light, long and slightly transparent cotton gauze in rosa with a hint of cream. Stretchy hips of creamy lace. Skirt can be worn "puffed up" due to inwoven strings, or "straight".  Best of all, it can also be worn as a dress due to the stretchyness of the lace. Mmmmmmm... My dear friends Summer and Sun, I'm ready for you... Come to greet us... Anytime. ~*♥*~

Rajasthan is renowned for it's exquisite age-old jewellery craftsmanship and traditions that aren't known even elsewhere in India. After all, Rajasthan was the kingdom of maharajas and they took great pride in wrapping their maharanis - wives - in the most spectacular jewellery of the world. Even though most of the maharanis lived their entire lives in purdah, meaning that no other man besides the maharaja ever lay eyes on them. In Pushkar, I too got inspired by all the smooth cool gemstones in all the colors of the rainbow, the tribal handcarved silverstuds, pearls, beads and enamelwork. And started making jewellery of my own.

I gave all the other pieces to friends, but this long necklace of rosequarz and tribal silverpieces I made for myself. The style is slightly inspired by the charleston era, but on a closer look the tribal handcrafted vibe gives it a a slightly wild and untamed touch that I love. I use this often when I travel, with light long white cotton strapless dresses and strappy sandals. My burgundy leather coat matches beautifully with it also. And Oona Elena Kassila's romantic lace tops, with fitting jeans... Hmmm... Getting inspired for the summer already... I love how each and every piece is carefully handcrafted. Often I'd sit and watch the silversmiths at work and admire their skills. Usually the families had been silversmiths for centuries and the skill was passed on from father to son. I'm so happy to have a tiny piece of that great craftsmanship and tradition here at home, in my cosy little flat in Kruununhaka. It's an amazingly small world, after all. ~*'*~