Carla Vadan: lifestyle

Minimal

blogger May 15, 2017

When you wish to do something simple, dress simple and take it easy...enjoy every step.

Whenever I feel like walking, discovering the parks around my home I follow this piece of advice. Being a minimalist at times it's essential in order to enjoy life's little pleasure, hear your own thoughts and allow your mind to rest, focus on what truly matters and even come up with life-changing ideas.

Taking time "off"even for an hour or for a little time, disconnecting yourself from all agitation means a lot. It truly changes your perspective and makes you see things differently. Many people seem to suffer from depression and anxiety lately - now more than ever - and I honestly think it's simply because they don't...disconnect. Think about this. Tschüs!

GET THE LOOK

Zaful Baloon Sleeve Blouse

Photo: Christian Vadan

Styling: Carla Vadan

Gym Ready

all white March 17, 2017

Going to the gym feels much better when wearing that perfect outfit in which you feel really comfortable and totally "yourself". Although sometimes I prefer a totally black outfit - especially on rainy days - there's no nicer feeling than wearing all-white on a sunny day. It just feels right.

I was super happy to find this two-piece gym set on Yoshop for just £18.39 which I also super cool and feels fresh! The leggings are a bit see-through, but you can always wear nude lingerie so you can easily get away with it. I pair the set with my fav headphones and the comfiest trainers ever - New Balance and I'm ready to hit the gym.

What is your gym uniform?

* I'm not, in any way, trying to promote a perfect gym body. That is not what this post is about. It's about being #bodypositive, feeling good in your own skin and promoting a healthy lifestyle. I'm constantly challenging myself and working as often as my time allows me to achieve the desired results. Be yourself, love yourself. Be the best version of yourself.

Photo: Cristian Vadan

Styling: Carla Vadan

My First Paris Fashion Week In Images

fashionista.com October 07, 2016

Paris Fashion Week, an event I always wanted to attend. And this year there was the perfect timing. I have visited Paris many times, but this time I saw another one of its faces: a crazy, busy, fashionable one. I have experienced its peak hours, its busy traffic, its famous hotels - and I love it even more!

From the 2nd to the 6th of October, I attended Paris Fashion Week. I was so close to the celebrities: Anna Wintour, Carine Rothfield, Catherine Deneuve, Chiara Ferragni, Mira Duma, Karlie Kloss, my favourite French bloggers from @jaimetoutcheztoi and probably many more, but I was so tired and probably too excited to remember them all!

The days were busy: waking up early to catch the shows and going to bed really late. But it was worth it. Every single moment of it! The photographers, the VIPs, the amazing locations, it was like a dream within a dream. I met some lovely people, made some unique memories, I laughed, had fun, visited showrooms, admired the latest collections and got so much inspiration - from Paris itself too - to follow my dreams even harder, to be myself even more.

Curious about what I wore and what I've been doing? See the whole story in images - below:

Before the Paul&Joe Show, snapped by @thestoryalist

Wearing Asos Dress, Gina Tricot sequin jumper, Asos clutch, Pull&Bear hat and H&M brooch, Asos boots.

After Stella McCartney, snapped by www.teampeterstigter.com
Wearing vintage jumper, Asos bag and earrings, Tommy Hilfiger sunnies, Gucci slingbacks and Levi's.

Before heading to Roland Mouret, wearing a Zara dress, my favourite mules from Warehouse, Asos bag (worn as a belt bag), vintage shirt, Ray Ban sunnies.

Together with the gorgeous Aicha from aichanicole.com heading to Chanel and wearing Asos dress, socks and boots, H&M bomber, vintage belt bag. Snapped by fashionista.com

at Vanessa Bruno's showroom admiring the new collection. I'm wearing Zara jumper, Asos jacquard boots, vintage bel bag and Pull&Bear hat.

Before Chanel, snapped by @thestoryalist

Before Louis Vuitton, wearing my beloved Zara trainers, Asos socks and clutch, H&M patent leather skirt, Calvin Klein sports bra, vintage shirt.

@Paul&Joe

After Paul&Joe, with Alice and JS from @jaimetoutcheztoi

With my lovely Aicha

Check out some photos from Vanessa Bruno's showroom. Loving the new SS17 Collection, it's all about feeling good with yourself, about inner peace and about an inner summer that lasts forever. Natural fabrics and warm tones, perfectly balanced into precious pieces.

Paris by night

The last dinner before heading to London, together with Aicha Nicole at the wonderful Hotel Côstes.

Paris, you've been wonderful and generous, I will miss you a lot!

See you soon.

Love,

Carla

Words of Wisdom

embroidery September 26, 2016

I think we've all experienced it, at least once - wearing clothes or accessories so uncomfortable you can't focus on what's going on around you. Oh well, I hate that. And so do you. Just face it: trousers that are too short or too long, low waisted jeans, tight dresses, skirts that are too short and so on.

I now constantly feel the need to wear something super comfortable, soft, something that would just hug my skin and give me all the comfort I need in order to focus on the outside world. Not so much on myself, but being aware of what's around me: a cloud that flies on the infinite blue sky, birds chirping, the smell of the fresh cut grass, the taste of a hot coffee on a breezy September evening, the sound of the rain. Life itself.

What can be more important in life - than actually enjoying it? Not just living virtually and making friends on social media, not just living an illusion, but actually living! That's what life is for.

Encore! Embroidery makes September sweeter. It's charming, it's story telling and it makes you feel down to Earth. I am wearing an uber soft embroidered cardigan from Zaful, they never disappoint me. It only comes in one size but I'm pretty sure it would fit you if you're between a size 6 and 14, depending of course on how you prefer the fit. I love the oversized sleeves and the abstract florals on the embroidery. You can find it on this link - here.

What can be more important than being true to yourself, to the ones around you and to the environment you live in? This should be the key to a happy life. Actually this is it. Stop looking at your phone when you're out and start focusing on life itself. Organise yourself, there is time for every single thing you can think of. Spend your time online shopping but when you're done leave your phone at home and go out. Sit on the grass, read a book. Listen to your thoughts and find your inner strength, your peace, your creativity.