Friday, May 17, 2013

Dream Interiors & Accessories

When we walk on the street, we all pass by a gorgeous, stunning house from time to time.
I always wonder if the interior of the house, looks as luxurious as the exterior.
I'm taking you on a trip to my fantasy house from the inside and out!

This lovely NYC townhouse is a dream!

Dream Interiors


The entrance would have a double staircase like this:

Dream Interiors


It would have cute little chests around the house, played beautifully with decorations like this picture:

Dream Interiors


The hallway neighbouring the bedrooms would look this this one:

Dream Interiors


The master bedroom would have a glamorous tufted headboard.

Dream Interiors


The bedside has a tray of my favorite perfume bottles.

Dream Interiors


To complete the rooms perfectly, I would add a home perfume!
Lampe Berger Paris is a luxury brand of home frangrances and perfumes I recently discovered.
Their lamps and home frangrances are high quality and remains the best at fragrancing
the air in a house while diffusing subtle fragrances.

Maurice Berger was a pharmacy dispenser who invented and patented the first lamp
to purify the air in 1898.
I picked a few of my favorite lamps on their website:

Lampe Berger Paris




Of course, the house wouldn't feel like home to me, without an accessory closet like this:

Dream Interiors


And all over the house, there would be beautiful decorations like these bathroom treasures.

Dream Interiors


What do you think of my dream home?

Yours truly,


Images: Pinterest & Lampe Berger Paris

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

My Perfect Caribbean Getaway: Turks and Caicos islands!

From one dream destination to another...
I'm letting you in on a fantasy destination I'm dying to visit: Turks and Caicos!

Because with this somber, rainy weather here in Europe, everyone's longing for a sunny Caribbean getaway.


Turks & Caicos

Turks & Caicos

Turks & Caicos

Turks & Caicos

Turks & Caicos

Turks & Caicos

Turks & Caicos

Perfect Facebook cover photo!


Turks & Caicos

Someone please reserve me a seat!!


Turks & Caicos

Turks & Caicos

Turks & Caicos

You know how many women on Pinterest create their fantasy wedding boards?
Well, the Turks & Caicos would be on my honeymoon destination board!


Turks & Caicos

Turks & Caicos


According to Condé Nast Traveller, the Turks & Caicos islands are famous for their rum punch!

Rum Punch

Rum Punch

To make your own Turks & Caicos-inspired rum punch, you need:
3 ounces fresh pineapple juice
2 ounces fresh orange juice
1 ounce gold (or dark) rum + 1/2 ounce to pour on top
1 ounce coconut rum,
grenadine and lime to garnish


Turks & Caicos Island

Turks & Caicos is one of the Holland America Line cruises stops.
You can see the Eurodam here arriving at port.

Turks & Caicos Island


The Turks and Caicos islands are a British Overseas Territory consisting
of the larger Caicos Islands and smaller Turks Islands.
You can spot the Turks & Caicos on the center of the map.

Caribbean Map


Turks & Caicos


Hope you all enjoyed this little getaway!
French Madame is already saving up money for her next adventure.

Au Revoir,


Images: Pinterest & Clubmed

Monday, May 13, 2013

Turkish Delight in Turkey!

So my adventerous life took me to Turkey.
I attended a psychology congress, combining work with pleasure.

I flew to Izmir, which is the third largest city in Turkey.
My hotel was in a region called Özdere, by the sea.

My hotel was amazing!
When travelling to a non-Western country, I always advice to book
at least a 4 or 5-star hotel, as the rating system can differ from
country to country and you might find yourself in a yucky hotel.

Onyria Claros Beach & Spa Resort

Onyria Claros Beach & Spa Resort

Onyria Claros Beach & Spa Resort...

Onyria Claros Beach & Spa Resort

Onyria Claros Beach & Spa Resort

Onyria Claros Beach & Spa Resort

My accomodation was the top floor of a bungalow, and this was my view each morning.

Özdere, Izmir, Turkey

Özdere, Izmir, Turkey

Özdere, Izmir, Turkey

The swimming pools were closeby.

Özdere Beach, Turkey

Onyria Claros Beach & Spa Resort

As well as the beach.

Onyria Claros Beach & Spa Resort

Onyria Claros Beach & Spa Resort

Onyria Claros Beach & Spa Resort

The hotel had lovely surroundings.

Izmir, Turkey

Izmir, Turkey

Izmir, Turkey

A day on exursion led me to see the ruins nearby.

Onyria Claros Beach & Spa Resort

Izmir Boardwalk Pizza & Efes BeerOnyria Claros Beach & Spa Resort

And the food was enjoyed with a great view, company and taste!


HOSCAKAL,

Daniëlle

Shine Bright

One of the perks of living on my own are no forceful conversations is the morning.
I like coming and going whenever I please, and sometimes, I leave the dishes for 2 whole days.
I especially loved decorating my place when I found my apartment.
It’s not very big, but I made the best of it.

One of the downsides of living on my own (or more specifically, my apartment) is
the lack of natural light.

I tried to make the best of it, and set the dining table near a window, as well as
my office desk, but still… an extra window here and there would come in handy.


This stunning house does not have the same issues as me ;)
I think the owners build a window in every, single room. Smart!

Home Interiors

This room obviously has all the light in the world. From floor to ceiling nothing but window.

Home Interiors


I adore this room. The color-scheme, the whimsy feel & the 3 joining windows, providing tons of light.

Home Interiors


You might be familiar with VELUX® products.
VELUX company offers window blinds, roof windows, suntunnels among others.
Their motto? “Bring light to life”.

I found it interesting to read on their website www.velux.com that a case study showed
(watch out, I’m bringing the research-geek out in me!) the impact of natural light on humans.
A Danish research showed that installing something as simple as installing new windows and
bringing more daylight into our homes may have positive effects on our body clock and general health.
A VELUX high-quality roof window is a perfect option.


Home Interior


This kitchen demonstrates the perfect example of how roof windows can transform, not just
a singular room, but an entire apartment.
A VELUX daylight solution makes it all possible.
And for enjoyment and comfort, At the touch of a button, you can operate all your VELUX windows and accessories.

Home Interiors

Best Wishes,



This post is written in cooperation with VELUX company.