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April 30, 2015

Hello everybody! How are you doing? After 4 back-to-back days of constant running between errands, dropping off my portfolio and business cards at various agencies + the joys of daily life and being a mom, I’m exhausted and will start off my weekend early. Friday, Saturday and Sunday will be all about having fun and just taking it down ” a notch ” from what this week has been so far.

Even though it does get exhausting, going to all of these agencies and representing myself made me so proud of myself. I used to be a girl that couldn’t leave the house without holding my mom’s sleeve. I used to be a girl that was super shy and an introvert to that extent that I couldn’t even have a phone call conversation with a stranger, let alone go and “face” a stranger and even less talk to a stranger about myself and my work. I thought that I would never overcome my fear of speaking up for and about myself nor that I will know how to talk and represent myself without mumbling and not forget everything that I’ve intended to say.

Call me silly, but small victories like these make me very happy and are definitely a step forward for me. They gave me such a great boost of energy and self-confidence that when I continue with all of the business meetings and events next week, I’ll feel even more comfortable tackling them down one by one. Getting out of your comfort zone and facing your fears is the only way to move forward in life…

Also, very quick note about my dress which I absolutely love! It’s so easy to wear, minimalistic, yet very feminine and comfy. If you’re looking for something like this for S/S, then this green piece by Acne is the way to go. 🙂

Have a wonderful Friday everybody!

I’m wearing: Dress – Acne, Bag – Givenchy, Sandals – Birkenstock, Jacket – JCrew, Sunglasses – Prada, Earrings – Deni design, Ring – HOH1960, Cuff – COS

 

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62 Comments

  • Reply Maria May 1, 2015 at 12:45 AM

    Beautiful post!!!

    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 7:08 AM

      Thank you!!

  • Reply mariafelicia magno May 1, 2015 at 1:29 AM

    so chic and casual at the same time..i love your sunglasses

  • Reply Ivana May 1, 2015 at 3:00 AM

    Ova haljina je” to die for”! Stvarno je toliko jednostavna a opet toliko predivna da nemam rijeci… boja, oblik, duzina… bas sam se zaljubila! ♡
    DIvno je nosis i ovo mi je jedna od drazih kombinacija u posljednje vrijeme iako su sve divne!

    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 7:08 AM

      Hvala ti lipoto moja! Uvijek me razveselis sa svojim komplimentima i podrskom! Mozda stignem do Zagreba na dan u 6.mjesecu, pa bih te voljela vidjeti za kavicu ako budes slobodna. 🙂

  • Reply Matea May 1, 2015 at 4:35 AM

    Jako volim ovakve jednostavne haljine, i odlično ti stoji, pogotovo još uz ove naočale! :))
    I točno znam o čemu pričaš, te male pobjede i treba proslaviti i biti ponosan i držim ti fige da sve krene u fantastičnom smjeru! 🙂

    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 7:07 AM

      Hvala ti draga moja na komplimentu i na podrsci! Nadam se dobrim ishodima pa da mogu na miru na kratki put u Europu.
      U 6. mjesecu cu “skoknuti” do Sibenika i mozda na dan do Zagreba pa ako se stignemo vidjeti bilo bi super. 🙂

  • Reply Lonka May 1, 2015 at 7:13 AM

    nice look, I love your dress!
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    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 7:06 AM

      Thank you! 🙂

  • Reply Melissa Cuentas May 1, 2015 at 7:57 AM

    Ahh dear, you look so stunning in that dress! is it black or a dark green? either way, you look fab!

    Have a lovely day and happy weekend!
    XO, Melissa’s Diary

    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 7:05 AM

      Thank you! It’s green but because of the shade, the green doesn’t show well.

  • Reply Vale May 1, 2015 at 8:16 AM

    Your inner beauty reflects also in the outside, my dear friend =) love your look, that’s a perfect dress and I do understand your feelings about your own victories, I was a shy child myself and still now I am always anxious when I have to speak in public. You are stunning and talented, face it =) Kisses

    Fashion and Cookies – fashion blog

    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 7:05 AM

      Awww Vale!! Thank you so much for all of the love and support, it means a lot!! Thank you, thank you, thank you! 🙂 :*

  • Reply Eden May 1, 2015 at 8:19 AM

    Stunning dress, have a wonderful weekend 🙂

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    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 7:04 AM

      Thank you Eden! Have a fabulous weekend too!

  • Reply Anastasia (@Natbeesfashion) May 1, 2015 at 10:07 AM

    Great outfit!
    I hope you will soon find what you are looking for 🙂
    xo

    Anastasia

    https://natbeesfashion.blogspot.co.uk

  • Reply kristinaa May 1, 2015 at 10:52 AM

    beautiful photos!)

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  • Reply Ana May 1, 2015 at 10:56 AM

    beautiful outfit! I love your sunglasses 🙂

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    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 7:04 AM

      Thank you very much!

  • Reply Malu Swartjes May 1, 2015 at 11:46 AM

    You look amazing,this look is SO on point!♥
    xx
    The Stylish Confessions | Fashion & Beauty blog

    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 7:04 AM

      Thank you so much!

  • Reply francesca May 1, 2015 at 12:01 PM

    LOVE LOVE LOVE so chic girl!
    francesca
    Frank Vinyl : A California Fashion Blog

    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 7:03 AM

      Thank you very much Francesca, you’re so sweet!

  • Reply Jamie May 1, 2015 at 12:22 PM

    beautiful!! xxo
    Jamie
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    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 7:03 AM

      Thanks Jamie!

  • Reply Nina May 1, 2015 at 1:41 PM

    Love your bag and sunnies. xx
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    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 7:03 AM

      Glad that you like them. 🙂

  • Reply Yulia May 1, 2015 at 5:01 PM

    love the dress, dear! adorable outfit <3

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    xoxo

    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 7:02 AM

      Thank you very much Yulia!

  • Reply Janine May 2, 2015 at 2:28 AM

    Sunning outfit!
    I love your lipstick and the shoes 🙂 <3

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    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 7:02 AM

      Thank you Janine!! 🙂

  • Reply nunu May 2, 2015 at 4:31 AM

    gorgeous outfit sweety! amazing 😉
    Big kiss
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    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 7:02 AM

      Thank you very much! :*

  • Reply Naomi in Wonderland May 2, 2015 at 6:17 AM

    Beautiful photos! Love your lipstick & sunglasses a lot!

    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 7:01 AM

      Thank you Naomi!

  • Reply Mariia Shtanko May 2, 2015 at 7:02 AM

    Amazing style! Totally fabulous sunglasses <3
    Kisses,
    x MS
    Ukrainian Stylish Report

    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 7:01 AM

      Thank you very much!

  • Reply Violet May 2, 2015 at 10:08 AM

    Love the look!

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    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 7:01 AM

      Thanks Violet!

  • Reply Paula May 2, 2015 at 1:59 PM

    You look very sure about yourself on these outfit and posture !!! Keep going !!! Good vibes from Paris

    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 7:00 AM

      Thank you very much! Sending you greetings all the way to Paris! 🙂

  • Reply Eye See Euphoria May 2, 2015 at 5:22 PM

    Simply beautiful. Thanks for sharing and check out my blog for a chance to win a pair of sunglasses.

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    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 7:00 AM

      Thank you!

  • Reply Helen Chik May 3, 2015 at 3:07 AM

    I absolutely love the colour forest green and you look so fabulous in the colour!

    Hope you’ll take the time to check out my new posts and let me know what you think! 😉

    Helen xx
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    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 7:00 AM

      Thank you Helen very much!

  • Reply CharloJiho May 3, 2015 at 3:13 AM

    Beautiful dress !

    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 6:59 AM

      It really is! 🙂

  • Reply Carlota Solarat May 3, 2015 at 3:46 AM

    Oh, you look amazing! Love your style and also your blog! Keep in touch!

    Kisses from Madrid, C.

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    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 6:59 AM

      Thank you so much! I’m happy to read that you like the blog!

  • Reply Dominika May 3, 2015 at 4:05 AM

    Looking great

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    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 6:59 AM

      Thank you Dominika!

  • Reply nat May 3, 2015 at 6:52 AM

    gorgeous outfit
    it makes me so happy to hear about people coming out of their shell 🙂
    xx
    https://anoddgirl.blogspot.com.au

    • Reply natali karppinen May 3, 2015 at 6:59 AM

      Thank you very much on these words! 🙂

  • Reply Hannah May 3, 2015 at 11:29 AM

    Great post! Love the outfit!
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  • Reply Hannah May 3, 2015 at 11:30 AM

    Great post! Love the outfit! That dress is so great! I’ve also had a super stressful week, so I get what you mean about relaxing!
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  • Reply Toks May 3, 2015 at 11:40 AM

    I totally love the dress and it really does look amazing on you. You look like a model in the first photo. Lovely!!!! I think you have the right to feel proud of yourself, I don’t think there is anything more difficult than overcoming shyness. Good luck at the agencies. xoxoxoxo

  • Reply Victoria May 3, 2015 at 1:25 PM

    You are really beautiful ! Love the dress !

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  • Reply Debora May 3, 2015 at 2:37 PM

    Beautiful and interesting!
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  • Reply jenessasheffield May 3, 2015 at 4:46 PM

    Love those glasses, you look so great! That dress is so flattering on you.
    XO JNESS
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  • Reply Viola May 4, 2015 at 4:56 AM

    Obsessing over that jacket! Great combo with the jeans https://www.nikeclheel.com

  • Reply zia May 4, 2015 at 8:50 AM

    fabulous outfit!! love the dress.. great colour! simple, but very stylish!
    xo, zia

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  • Reply Courtney May 30, 2015 at 9:33 AM

    Those sunglasses are impeccable on you!
    XO Color Me Courtney
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