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Tropical safari

February 27, 2017

Monday morning… My alarm clock didn’t beep yet and there’re almost two hours until I have to wake up. Do I still try to sleep a bit or do I get up and enjoy some “me time” which I haven’t been indulging in for what it feels like forever? Hm… Screw that princess, beauty sleep, I’m getting up!

I took a warm, long shower, did put on a green clay face mask, made my hair and did my make up… I’ve put a girly dress on and poured a cup of tea for myself. That’s when it hit me (oh the enlightening moments which always happen either early in the morning or in the middle of the night): I’m so thankful and happy to be able to enjoy those small things in life… The most valuable and precious moments are made of those, “insignificant” moments which so often just slide by without us giving them the value that they deserve.

I’m happy to have a clean and warm water running, I have a home, I have clothes, I even have a possibility to make a choice what I want to prepare for my breakfast and there are so many people out there who don’t have even those, smallest luxuries in life known as human rights. Every human should have right to at least have this minimum much in their every day lives.

Friend of mine had recently traveled to a 3rd world country and photographs from there simply left me speechless. It was hard to believe the way how some people have to live because that’s the only way and the circumstances they know of. At the same time, they need so little to be happy and thankful, compared to the glamour and materialistic dependency of the Western world that we are living in.

Of course that I do have and do like fine things in life, I love to live well and dine well, I like to travel and I like to do all sorts of stuff that does include Visa payments, but when I really think about things that keep me happy and fulfilled for a long time, none of them are materialistic and if I would have to I could totally live without them.

Ok, enough of deep talk for this Monday morning. 🙂 I would like to wish you all a great working week ahead and to keep your spirits up high. Always remember:”There are people who are happy with way much less than what you have.”

I’m wearing: Bag (HERE) , Sneakers (HERE), Bomber jacket (SIMILAR), Ring and bracelet (HERE)

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55 Comments

  • Reply Nora Gouma February 27, 2017 at 8:43 AM

    Absolutely an amazing outfit, great combo truly match perfectly. Thank you for sharing, you look gorgeous!!!

    xxx

    http://www.modelonamission.com

    • Reply natali karppinen February 27, 2017 at 5:40 PM

      Thank you so much Nora on those kind words, I’m happy that you liked the outfit!

  • Reply MARKETA FRANK February 27, 2017 at 10:46 AM

    You look amazing! Love the bag <3

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  • Reply a trendy life February 27, 2017 at 11:44 AM

    Great outfit! Love the jacket! Kisses
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  • Reply Karen February 27, 2017 at 1:11 PM

    Ah you have my dream bag!!! I’ve been looking for that everywhere in a blush or black, I’m still undecided. Would you say its a heavy bag or not? I have the alexander wang rockie and that weighs a ton so I’m looking for a major upgrade soon!
    Have a Stylin’ Day!
    Much Love, Karen
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    • Reply natali karppinen February 27, 2017 at 5:41 PM

      Thank you Karen! I have this same bag in black too and it doesn’t weigh much at all. I def. love the size and shape
      of it as well as the leather, it’s very “user-friendly” as it doesn’t get scratched so easily.

  • Reply Eleanor February 27, 2017 at 2:24 PM

    You look so beautiful! I love how you style this outfit! Amazing photos!

  • Reply Tia Teilli February 27, 2017 at 4:02 PM

    great outfit and photos:)

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  • Reply Lilly February 27, 2017 at 4:58 PM

    So true! It’s the little things in life we take for granted…daily privileges that many don’t get to enjoy. And in many cases it seems that the more people have the less satisfied and happy they are.
    And love those sneakers! Have a great Monday!

    • Reply natali karppinen February 27, 2017 at 5:42 PM

      Thank you very much Lilly, I agree with you… Have a great week ahead!

  • Reply Mary Murnane February 27, 2017 at 5:33 PM

    Love this dreamy court yard for photos. Looks so magical! Beautiful jacket.

    Mary
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  • Reply Amy Arnold February 27, 2017 at 6:11 PM

    I have had that same moment recently. Both the do I get up and have some alone time or do I sleep and the I’m so grateful for what I have. Loving your pretty blouse!

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

  • Reply Gabrielle February 27, 2017 at 6:43 PM

    This is such a stylish outfit and contrasts perfectly with the location – both kind of botanical, I love it!

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    x

  • Reply Sincerely Miss J February 27, 2017 at 7:14 PM

    I love how the subtle pink color of your blouse matches the minimal color of the jacket. 🙂

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  • Reply Erin February 27, 2017 at 8:36 PM

    SUCH A CUTE LOOK. LOVE THE TROPICAL BOMBER XX, ERIN – http://WWW.STYLEBYTHEPEOPLE.COM

  • Reply whitney February 27, 2017 at 8:47 PM

    Some very interesting and important insights. It’s important to realize how lucky we really are. Happy Monday 🙂

  • Reply Maru Conti February 27, 2017 at 9:19 PM

    The bag is so cute!

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  • Reply Simi February 27, 2017 at 9:42 PM

    I also love some me time 🙂 and you have a great bag!

    http://www.sinnamona.blogspot.com

  • Reply Toks February 28, 2017 at 12:06 AM

    You are totally right of course. We have become so used to material things to make us happy when in truth there are far more things in life. Loving that bomber jacket. xoxoxo

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  • Reply Toks February 28, 2017 at 12:06 AM

    You are totally right of course. We have become so used to material things to make us happy when in truth there are far more things in life. Loving that bomber jacket. xoxoxo

    http://www.toksblog.com

  • Reply Kaitlin February 28, 2017 at 12:24 AM

    What a beautiful jacket! I love where you decided to shoot this outfit!

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  • Reply Mel February 28, 2017 at 2:18 AM

    Loving your celine belt bag!

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  • Reply Greta Garnica February 28, 2017 at 4:18 AM

    Hi! Amazing photos! love it!
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  • Reply Shannon Jenkins February 28, 2017 at 6:03 AM

    This bomber is so fabulous! I love the print and Im swooning over that bag!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeat Soles

  • Reply finja February 28, 2017 at 12:30 PM

    Lovely photographs!! I love travelling to different parts of the world as well, seeing their circumstances is so freaking inspiring!!
    xx finja | http://www.effcaa.com

  • Reply Cathy Vargas February 28, 2017 at 6:06 PM

    Beautiful love your jacket!

  • Reply hanna February 28, 2017 at 9:44 PM

    That jacket is so cool –Like Hanna

  • Reply ana soares February 28, 2017 at 11:36 PM

    You look so pretty! Love the skirt :3
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  • Reply Lavinia In The Wonderland March 1, 2017 at 2:52 AM

    I love your look!
    Especially your jacket with floral patterns that smells just spring!!!
    In my blog instead we are still in the middle of winter … I leave you the link
    if you want to visit it http://www.laviniainthewonderland.it/

  • Reply Megan at Lush to Blush March 1, 2017 at 3:35 AM

    I absolutely love your outlook, Natali! Such a positive and gracious attitude.

  • Reply Katie March 1, 2017 at 4:04 AM

    LOVE THIS LOOK!! Such a chic jacket! You look great! xo – Katie – hauteallure.com

  • Reply Amy Bui March 1, 2017 at 5:37 AM

    I really love your floral jacket babe! Great outfit.

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  • Reply Elise March 1, 2017 at 7:11 AM

    Amazing bomber jacket! So stylish as always.

    Xo,
    Elise
    http://www.w-t-fab.com

  • Reply Nada March 1, 2017 at 4:35 PM

    Beautiful jacket!
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  • Reply Neha March 1, 2017 at 5:45 PM

    Looking very gorgeous babe…Great Outfit hun…xx, Neha

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  • Reply Angela March 1, 2017 at 7:04 PM

    My friend is in the Peace Corps in South Africa right now and her stories completely amaze me! Love this look <3

    Angela | Ohh Angie

  • Reply Natalie @ Passport Out Asia March 1, 2017 at 8:04 PM

    Need that bag in my life! Would be perfect for traveling!

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  • Reply Kiara Schwartz March 2, 2017 at 8:45 AM

    Love this bomber pretty babe!
    xoxo
    Kiara
    Tobruckave Blog

  • Reply Mónica Sors - Mes Voyages à Paris March 2, 2017 at 12:09 PM

    Wow!! A floral bomber is amazing! Nice shooting!
    xx
    Mónica Sors
    MES VOYAGES À PARIS
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  • Reply antela March 2, 2017 at 2:20 PM

    I really like it =)
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  • Reply Carmelatte March 2, 2017 at 8:18 PM

    OMG! I love this cute tropical look <3 One of your favs of last month!

    Carmelatte

  • Reply Annabelle March 2, 2017 at 10:16 PM

    Love your jacket!

    x Annabelle
    travelsandtea.com

  • Reply Kelly March 3, 2017 at 8:25 AM

    Gorgeous jacket! It really completes the outfit!
    Kelly x
    http://www.anneinthedollhouse.com/

  • Reply Thuy Phamova March 3, 2017 at 11:29 AM

    Love that bag! Great look:)

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  • Reply Vale March 3, 2017 at 12:16 PM

    The “me time” is absolutely important and it’s really everything, I do agree with you beautiful princess! I am in love with your bomber, love the print and you look just wonderful. Many kisses

    Fashion and Cookies – fashion and beauty blog

  • Reply Teo March 3, 2017 at 1:22 PM

    I love the blouse you are wearing, you look so cute xx

    Theo || http://www.theblondewaves.com

  • Reply Nada March 3, 2017 at 2:40 PM

    perfect!!
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  • Reply ivana split March 5, 2017 at 3:35 PM

    ova jaknica je predivna…baš mi se sviđa ova kombinacija. Jako lijepo izgledaš!
    Slažem se sa svime što si napisala, ponekad kada pogledam unatrag, vidim i shvatim koliko nisam bila svjesna što sam imala ponekad….
    Često zaboravimo cijeniti ono što imamo, u nekoj smo trci i zaboravimo doista uživati u životu.

  • Reply Sophie March 27, 2017 at 4:53 PM

    What a beautiful photoshoot <3

  • Reply Minah Lynn August 20, 2019 at 9:44 PM

    The jacket is a must have! nice color and prints!

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