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If you follow me on Instagram, you've probably already seen some of these. When I went to Barcelona a little while ago I brought two disposable cameras. I had forgotten how much fun it is too shoot with them! I'm going back to Barcelona in a few days and I was just wondering if you guys had some more tips for me. I've been there many times before and some of you have sent me some great tips already, but more is always welcome cause I'm gonna have quite a bit of alone time this time around.

If you've been reading my blog for a while, you might know I've been traveling quite a lot, especially my monthly visits to Sweden before Daniel moved here. If you're flying budget airlines and you're a cheapskate like me, you'll be traveling with only hand luggage. Everything has to fit into one 56 cm x 45 cm x 25 cm suitcase and it can't weigh more than 10 kilos, and of course you need to save some space in your bag in case you do some shopping. Which, in my case, is likely.

I don't want to brag (just kidding, I totally do), but in those years I've become quite a pro at traveling light. I just wanted to show you how I pick my items so I don't have to wear the same every day. I won't pay any attention to essentials like undies and a toothbrush, 'cause hopefully I don't have to tell you to bring those. Over Christmas I went to Sweden for two weeks and here's what I brought:

Look, I got this adorable dress from Olive! Long sleeved dresses are pretty much my favorite thing in the world. I also had to take another picture with my new bass, cause it's so pretty. I promise I don't just use it as a cool and shiny fashion accessory Satin Prom Dresses, I play it too.

On the 2nd of February I'm selling a whole lot of clothes together with some of Holland's top bloggers and my lovely colleagues at NSMBL magazine. My home is always such a mess because I'm a terrible clothes-hoarder and I don't even know where to put my all my stuff anymore. Good reason to think about what I really want to keep and what I don't.

Yesterday I started selecting and this is only like half of the stuff that I'm getting rid of. If you can't make it to the sale but if you've seen something on my blog that you really really want to buy from me, send me an email (laura[at]theworldlooksred.com) and make me an offer. I have a few favorite items that I really want to keep, but a lot of stuff has to go! Check out the flyer below for more info about the sale.

Elegant Halter Beading Pleated Backless Taffeta Prom Dress

Silhouette: A-line 

Neckline: Halter 

Waist: Natural 

Hemline/Train: Floor-length 

Sleeve Length: Sleeveless 

Embellishments: Beading, Ruching, Pleats 

Fabric: Taffeta 

Built-In Bra: Yes 

Fully Lined: Yes 

Shown Color: Royal Blue 

Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Misses 

Occasion: Prom, Evening 

Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer

The Wedding of a Disney-Loving Couple

Disney is fun for many people and for a variety of reasons, it is popular mostly among the youthful, for youngsters as well as little kids, the American animation production company could very well be a clear all-time favorite for all children around the world. All the cutest and highly famous cartoons such as Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck and the rest are pretty much some of the most-quoted, and best remembered characters in the animations. They surely feature a lot of great characters that people enjoy and they are very decent, but what if these characters comes afloat in reality and jolts reality and its people into a great surprise? People would hardly ever be expecting Prince Eric to come afloat and to be knocking at their doors with a surprise, but this was the case for Christopher Chandler and his beautiful partner, the highly admired actress Jamie Chandler. Please do note that both Christopher and Jamie were both in their late twenties, and from this you could easily tell that Disney characters and stories are not simply celebrated merely by children or those that we deem as kids, grown-ups can too!

For a good starter, both of these people had folded their wedding all over the themes of Disney, namely the story of The Little Mermaid Ariel. The handsome groom Christopher Chandler, aged 28, though a mature man, was dressed up as a prince who is also known as Prince Eric in the series. He was indeed one cool-looking guy and Christopher Chandler had just gotten into his shoes to go close to his looks. As for the part of the bride, she was dressed up as Ariel, with the entirety of her looks trimmed to look like the cute little mermaid in the animation. As interesting as it could get, they got real with things to go in line with the animation, and their wedding was a success.

Their outfits and outlooks were very simply accorded to those of the animation. Prince Eric, or also, Christopher Chandler was adorned with a sleek prince-like adornment, a truly royal suit with a pure white hue, and subtle designs on the collar, which was blue. Every component of the adornment just made him look much more like a prince and even glorious on that day. As for the part of the bride, Ariel, or also, Jamie Chandler, was adorned in a clean white wedding dress, with a blazing red hairdo. Her hair was dyed in pure red, to look exactly like the hair of the real mermaid Ariel in the animation, and she had some pins and sophisticated accessories pinned right into her glamorous hair, this made her even more of a princess for the day.

Also, the guests all lined up in a Disney fashion Lace Prom Dress as well, to be in support of the newlyweds. Their friends had gotten into wacky outfits from pirate outfits to fairy outfits, all things coincided with the event, and the entire occasion turned out to be one smooth and interesting wedding ceremony in which everyone were enchanted by a ‘Disney magic’.

A-line One Shoulder Beaded Mint Tencel Prom Dress

Silhouette: A-line 

Neckline: One Shoulder 

Waist: Natural 

Hemline/Train: Floor-length 

Sleeve Length: Sleeveless 

Embellishments: Beading, Ruching/Pleated, Draping 

Fabric: Tencel 

Built-In Bra: Yes 

Fully Lined: Yes 

Shown Color: Mint Green 

Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Rectangle 

Occasion: Prom, Evening 

Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer

News: The 'Romeo & Juliet' Trailer Debuts; Miley Strips for Marc

We can't be the only ones excited for the latest take on Romeo & Juliet, which features an all-star cast including Hailee Steinfeld, Douglas Booth, and Ed Westwick. Check out the trailer, which was just released today. {MTV} No stranger to controversy, Miley Cyrus' latest bold move is for a good cause. The pop starlet is baring all for the "Protect The Skin You're In" t-shirt campaign, a skin cancer charity backed by Marc Jacobs and business partner Robert Duffy. {WWD} If you were wondering how to borrow Michelle Williams's vampy look for Louis Vuitton , look no further: This tutorial will show you everything you need to know, from products to application. {Beauty Flash Blog}

Miami, rejoice! A new Zara flagship is headed your way. {WWD}

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Today, the fashion label debuts their fall 2013 campaign images, which star Tokyo-based actress Kiko Mizuhara and British model Louis Simonon. You'll also spot appearances by Black Shadow, a Japanese biker gang who resemble the cast of Grease. Called "Sonomama," the ads were inspired by a Japanese phrase meaning "the way you are." (Cue Bruno Mars.)

Get a first look of the campaign's behind-the-scenes images, shot by photographer But Sou Lai, styled by Nancy Rohde, and including an impromptu breakdance session.view more

Other than getting a stamp in my passport, I don't collect souvenirs from all the amazing places I get to visit for work. I thought about snagging a charm bracelet to celebrate each city, but knew I would wear the it less and less as charms were added. (I try to walk quietly, like a spy; jangling jewelry is so not Jason Bourne.)view more

Chinese model Wang Xiao returns to H&M’s early fall campaign, The Irresistibles. This season’s shots, photographed by Koray Birand, directed by Mikael Kangas, and styled by Marina Kereklidou, capture Xiao against a sleek white area for a clean, modern approach. A color palette of black, nude, and plum can be seen on classic trenches, bohemian maxi skirts, and work-to-cocktails ready LBDs. The Chinese beauty wears her hair in her signature bob.view more

Proenza Schouler, which has steadfastly held the 8 p.m. Wednesday show slot at New York Fashion Week, is switching it up this year. The label moved its fall presentation time to noon in order to host a party that evening. {WWD}

Lady Gaga will be making her triumphant return to the stage at the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards on August 25. She’ll be performing her new single, which drops on August 19. {USA Today}

Quick-to-click fans of the blue Jenny Packham dress that Kate Middleton wore two days ago to her baby’s debut caused the brand’s site to crash. The catch: The style wasn’t actually for sale. {E!}view more

Poor New York Fashion Week: First it set up shop at Bryant Park, then it was bumped to Lincoln Center, and now we hear word via WWD that it may be headed to the soon-to-be-built Hudson Yards. Is it really that difficult to find a home for a massive number of designers, models, beauty pros, editors, buyers, bloggers, and celebrities? Yes.

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Silhouette: Sheath/Column 

Neckline: One Shoulder 

Waist: Natural 

Hemline/Train: Floor-length 

Sleeve Length: Sleeveless 

Embellishments: Beading, Crystal Brooch, Pleats, Draping, Split Front 

Fabric: Chiffon 

Built-In Bra: Yes 

Fully Lined: Yes 

Shown Color: Green 

Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Rectangle, Pear 

Occasion: Prom, Evening 

Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer,view more

Fashion Square Wholesale

LOS ANGELES–HFF has arranged a $78 million refinancing for the Alameda Square Campus Market and a wholesale market comprised of more than 200,000 sq. ft. feet of industrial space. Located near the Los Angeles Arts and Fashion Districts, the 32 Central products would range from apparel and fashion accessories, to consumer electronics and health and beauty products. With the launch of SOURCEDIRECT at ASD, wholesale buyers and with 683,846 net square feet of floor space. Now more than ever Biltmore-area residents who have been craving some whoopie pies are out of luck, it seems. Scottsdale-based Whoopie Baking Co. has pulled out of Union, Biltmore Fashion Park’s 6-month-old cluster of local and independently owned businesses. Fashion Petite Prom Dresses uk Industry Gallery (FIG), a boutique wholesale venue that showcases the best in women Texas and has been open and operating since 2004. This 20,000 square foot gallery houses approximately 60 of the industry's top contemporary Last February, the numbers just kept going higher with up to 5% more attendees and square footage covering up to 130,000 sq. ft. The show had the highest attendance rate, with about 11,006 attendees present to check out the latest fashion trends. "Around that time we went through a metrocantikual revolution in this country," he recalls. "That seminal article was written in The New York Times that coined the word metrocantikual, and what that meant for someone like me was that people were starting to .view more

Update: The address for the Knoxville Wholesale Furniture Clearance Center has been corrected hundreds of accessories and eclectic furniture pieces, a rug gallery and an 80-inch television that will explain the store’s mission. Fifth & Pacific Companies Inc (NYSE:FNP), a designer and marketer of premium fashion brands, has undergone a major transformation. By boldly discarding old labels and emphasizing new trendier ones, the new Fifth & Pacific looks like a very Fifth & Pacific (NYSE: FNP), a designer and marketer of premium fashion brands, has undergone a major transformation outlet stores with a respectable $646 of annual sales per square foot. Assuming annual revenue of around $450 million The mall houses over 1,000 retail shops and offers a dazzling variety of leading fashion trends, making it one of the most modern and complete wholesale center in the a total usable area of more than 52,000 square meters, 1,168 shops. SAGINAW TOWNSHIP, MI — Work on the Aunt Millie’s facility on Fashion Square Boulevard is coming along and it is expected to open next month, according to Frank Brogger, director of property management for Perfection Bakeries. Perfection Bakeries Inc It would also include 945 housing units, 210 hotel rooms, 225,000 square feet of retail and 295,000 square 75 hotel rooms to house travelers who visit the district for the wholesale fashion business. The study also estimated support for up to 1,340 .view more

With eating healthy on everyone's mind these days, True Food Kitchen is a great place to dine. Everything I've tried on the menu, and this is a regular lunch stop for me, is yummy and fresh. True Food Kitchen in Fashion Island at 451 Newport Red leopard round glasses; $99 by SEE Eyewear (7109) Fashion Island. Fashion Island in Newport Beach (between Macy's and the Koi Pond). 213 Newport Center Dr. Price point: All sunglasses are $99; prices for prescription frames range from $179 to Shorr will be a featured vendor at the most talked about girls’ night out is coming to luxurious Belle Mer on Goat Island in Newport on June 27th 2013 from 7-10pm. Give & Glam is an upscale shopping, beauty and fashion Organza Prom Dresses event with a glamorous pink carpet LOGANSPORT, Ind. — Low graduation rates and meager earnings plague the population of teen moms, a variety of research has found. But it’s not just the young mothers whose lives are changed by pregnancy. Their babies often suffer, too. A fact sheet 30pm at Edwards Big Newport (300 Newport Center Drive) followed by a gala reception at Fashion Island (401 Newport Center Drive). The 14th annual NBFF will run from April 25th - May 2nd, 2013. Filmed over four years with rare access behind the curtain As if America hadn't had enough firearm-induced horror for one mid-December weekend, police in Newport Beach, Calif. arrested 42-year-old Marco Gurrola in a shopping mall parking lot after he apparently fired off more than 50 rounds from a handgun Saturday .view more

Silhouette: A-Line

Neckline: One Shoulder

Waist: Empire

Hemline/Train: Floor-length

SleeveLength: Sleeveless

Embellishments: Crystal Detailing,Ruching

Fully Lined: Yes

Built-In Bra: Yes

Fabric: Chiffon

Shown Color: Jade Green,Yellow

Body Shape: Plus Sizes

Occasion: Prom, Formal Evening

Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer

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Action Painting: 1708 Gallery Brings Brooklyn's Fort Makers To RVA

Hailing from Brooklyn, NY, the artist collaborative Fort Makers will bring their unique quilted paintings to the Richmond area through the exhibition Action Painting, taking place at 1708 Gallery July 20-August 3, 2013.view more

The Luna Sequence - The Day The Curse Grew Stronger(thelunasequence.bandcamp.com)

This time around, Prom Dresses with sleeves I was planning on reviewing Autopsy, but in order to avoid churning out a boring “it’s great but what else would you expect from them, and I’m surprised they’re still making records” type of review, I decided to go in a completely different direction and focus on something that is fresh and very unique, albeit strange to the point that I am still not quite sure how I feel about it.view more

Stay Sweet Records is holding two big shows tomorrow night, and you can catch both of them! Strange Matter and The Camel are only a few blocks away from each other, so getting back and forth shouldn’t be an issue. The entire extravaganza starts at 4 PM,ruched prom dress so you can head over right after work and enjoy excellent live music throughout the evening.view more

Gaia finished up his piece on the corner of Rowland and Main St. today. You might recognize this wall from an earlier post during the RMP that showed an outline that had been started by local tattoo artist Jesse Smith. Because of problems with the lift and some other administrative issues, Jesse was not able to finish in the window of time he had allotted for his mural so the wall was passed on to Gaia. He produced a very Richmond-esque piece that features a monument labeled “Smith" for Captain John Smith holding a ship. Smith was a British soldier who “left his mark" on the Jamestown region of Virginia and was the beneficiary of the generous actions of Pocohontas and other indigenous peoples of the area. The James River is rising over the landscape in front of the monument and provides a stark contrast to most of RVA’s monuments which look out over the lush greenery of Monument Avenue or the Richmond Capitol building.view more

Fabric: Organza + Chiffon + Satin

Style: Sheath style, high waist, sweetheart neckline, beaded top, pleat to dress, floor-length

Washing: Hand wash/dry clean separately, hang dry, iron at low temperature, no chlorine bleaching, less than 10 minutes soak time

Length/cm: 133

Layer: 3

This sweet dress features sweetheart neck front and low-out V-neck back, designed with rich colorful bead embellishment to top for a beautiful and charming look.

Add the alluring detail like flowing and silky chiffon skirt. Ethereal, romantic and dramatic, this dress will have all eyes on you. A right dress for a evening party.view more

The Ceramic Factory {Shop Tour}

At the The Ceramic Factory you will find pieces with “a sense of humor”, as owner Rial Visagie likes to call it. With ceramics being something that women are traditionally more interested in, The Ceramic Factoryteam try to turn this perspective on it’s head.  So whilst they offer many many beautiful items that women will fancy, they have also focused on pieces with a strong “male appeal”. Their collections with its strong South African flavour,  includes biltong platters as well as ‘vintage car’ salt and pepper sets, amongst others, that the guys seem to adore.

Lauren Kim also made her way to The Ceramic Factory to bring you these gorgeous images.view more

We love the fact that their theme impressions have been stylishly integrated in all the decorative props and floral designs. Celeste looked exquisite in an off-white gown with immaculately beaded detail which gave her an added glow of elegance. This special day was shared with 77 guest at Olive Rock Estate and the moment was captured by Tasha Seccombe. view more

Two sport addicts, who have a passion for their dog Bubbles and renovating their recently purchased cottage in Montreal decided to celebrate their five-year relationship with a relaxed and laid-back photo session. Both reside and work as ‘creatives’, and their artistic, fashionable prom dresses cheap uk sense of style is clearly evident in these dreamy images, captured by Emilie Iggiotti Photography.

Maël is an actor and Charlotte is a copywriter for an advertising agency. He was “the voice” for the advertisement she was working on. They became friends and the rest is history.view more

What’s not to love about this unique, almost bohemian celebration and how it fittingly reflects the couple’s personality? As a glowing bride, Hilde fashioned Prom Dresses Long a beautiful hairdo and dress with button detail that complemented her free spirited finesse. The men and bridesmaids were just as creatively styled, whilst  the decorative touches reflected a cosiness that’s so heartwarming . Kikitography  captured this joyful day.view more

Silhouette: A-line 

Neckline: Off Shoulder 

Waist: Natural 

Hemline/Train: Knee Length 

Sleeve Length: Sleeveless 

Embellishments: Ruching 

Fabric: Chiffon 

Built-In Bra: Yes 

Fully Lined: Yes 

Shown Color: Purple 

Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Misses 

Occasion: Homecoming, Prom 

Season: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter,view more

On The Road at the Tour de France: A race that makes up its own set of rules

Martin Ayres now hands over to his colleague Neil Thompson at Jaguar for Tour de France 2013. Neil has worked at Jaguar for a similar time as Martin, but feels less inclined to name a number! He also was the first embedded performance mechanic with the team in 2011, and here picks up the ‘On The Road’ Blog. Like Martin, he is a big pro cycling fan now after spending time with the team.

Consistency, they say, is a fine thing. In sport it certainly is, and many heads more qualified than mine have proved it. But the Tour de France dictates to hell with all that, and makes up its own set of rules – all of which revolve around wonderful, fascinating inconsistency.Little Black Dress

Everything Team Sky do, every day, has to be done in a different way – and almost always in a different place – to the day before. Sure, the tasks remain similar, but the execution of them has to change each time. I think that is the beauty of bike racing. The fundamental fact that the sport revolves around pedalling, not e.g. running, means that everything constantly changes – the scenery, the fans, and most importantly the racing.view more

Suad Abu-Dayyeh is a Middle East/North Africa Consultant for Equality Now

On 15 June 2013, two Saudi women’s rights activists, Wajeha Al-Huwaider and Fawzia Al-Oyouni, were sentenced by the District Court in Al-Khobar, Saudi Arabia to 10 months in prison and banned from travelling outside of the country for two years following completion of their prison terms.

In 2011, Wajeha and Fawzia responded to a plea for help from Nathalie Morin, a Canadian woman. They received a text message saying that Nathalie and her children were locked in her house and in need of food. Upon arriving close to Nathalie’s home, they were confronted by police and arrested. The charge they were ultimately convicted of was “supporting a wife without her husband’s knowledge, thereby undermining the marriage.”view more

What happened when Simon O’Hagan tackled the fearsome “Giant of Provence” in the 2009 Etape du Tour

He was lying flat out on his back, his bike by his side, about halfway up Mont Ventoux. I was put in mind of a medieval knight, fallen in battle, memorialised in stone alongside his trusty steed. His eyes were closed and he actually looked quite content.Long Prom Dresses uk

Nearly 48 hours after completing the 2009 Etape du Tour – 170kms from Montelimar to the top of Mont Ventoux in Provence – this is the image that keeps coming back to me. It seemed to sum up that final climb, the climb that all of us Etapers had been thinking about – imagining what it would be like, getting our heads round it, reading about it, stressing about it, over-stressing about it, burying ourselves in the legend of it - for months on end. And now finally I was on it, and here was this poor middle-aged man, too exhausted to even drag himself off the road, and I was weaving my way round him, determined not to suffer the same fate but by no means certain that I would. So THIS was what the Ventoux was like.view more

Silhouette: A-line 

Neckline: Sweetheart 

Waist: Empire 

Hemline/Train: Long Length 

Sleeve Length: Sleeveless 

Embellishments: Beading 

Fabric: Chiffon 

Built-In Bra: Yes 

Fully Lined: Yes 

Shown Color: Pink 

Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Misses 

Occasion: Prom, Evening 

Season: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

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PRETTY PEACH AND APPLE GREEN WEDDING INSPIRATION

What do you get when you combine pretty pastel blooms, a sprinkling of English summer rain, a musical theatre actress bride, a music lover groom and Yellow Bird Photography behind the lens?

Jo and Jimmy’s AWESOME wedding, that’s what!

Their DIY garden wedding at Bignor Park was such a beautiful, creative and personal affair filled with love, laughter, marryoke* and utterly fabulous florals.

Including big, fluffy, hydrangea bouquets, hanging jars of ‘freshly picked’ arrangements suspended above the reception tables, pure white roses threaded through a side swept braided hairstyle and Jo’s exquisite Claire Pettibone wedding gown in full bloom.

As I was reading Jo’s lovely (and super detailed) write up of their day I found myself smiling, laughing and tearing up a little.

Yes, I know I’m a soppy romantic but just you wait till you see the love poem they wrote together for their wedding ceremony! view more

I love this bride’s style. From her short and chic rose lace dress to her twisted, messy side chignon hairstyle, black patent Armani heels and statement Art Deco onyx earrings.

Her bouquet was wrapped in stripes and filled with lisianthus, small white roses and berries which were spray painted black to match the rest of her outfit!

Natalie, I salute you. And Stefan you looked perfectly dapper too!

Natalie and Stefan’s Sydney Open Back Dresses was ‘just so them’. They omitted traditions that didn’t suit them (no bridal party or first dance) and incorporated new traditions such as the bride vs the pinata! They described their wedding as ‘fun, perfect and amazing’.

Just take a look at these beautiful photos by Origami Creatives and you’ll see why.view more

Is there anything more awesome than a bride with a bow and arrow?

Actually, yes. Throw in a noble steed, a gorgeous lace gown, thistle flower crowns and an amazing astilbe floral cuff. (Kick ass brides can’t carry their bow, arrow and a bouquet, after all!)

I adore this styled shoot from With Love & Embers Photography. It was inspired by the legendary English love story between Robin Hood and Maid Marian.

(Cue that epic Bryan Adams song and a montage of sweeping shots of Sherwood Forest, Kevin Costner releasing arrows of fire and Maid Marian sporting a dodgy perm.)

Couples planning relaxed, woodsy weddings, lovers of soft pinks paired with gorgeous greens plus fans of The Hunger Games and Disney Pixar’s ‘Brave’ – this one’s for you!

Sorry for missing a couple of days worth of wedding loveliness last week – I’m actually writing this post from Miami, USA – the first stop on some rather exciting travels ahead over the next year!

Truth be told, things got a little crazy the last couple of weeks – what with packing up our rented London flat, saying goodbye (again) to friends and family, and Rufus!!! then heading to Amsterdamfor a week for Zee’s business, heading back to London for ‘one night only’, then straight onto a 10 hour flight – that turned into 13. And finally arriving in Florida to torrential rain and an apartment with the worst wifi connection EVER.*

So it transpired that I took an impromptu break…but now it’s time to kick off a brand new week of wedding awesomeness!

Rose of Rose and Ruby Paper Co.creates the loveliest colour combinations in her beautiful weekly Princess Prom Dresses inspiration boards and pretty paper designs.

Forget peaches and cream – today’s board is all about peaches and green!

Peach & Apple Green Wedding Inspiration

Silhouette: Sheath/Column 

Neckline: One Shoulder 

Waist: Natural 

Hemline/Train: Floor-length 

Sleeve Length: Sleeveless 

Embellishments: Pleats, Sequins, Crystal Brooch, Split Front, Draping 

Fabric: Silk like satin 

Built-In Bra: Yes 

Fully Lined: Yes 

Shown Color: Gold 

Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Rectangle 

Occasion: Prom, Evening 

Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer,view more