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17 November 2016

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How to: What to wear to a job interview
07 september 2018
What to wear to a job interview? We can give dozens of tips what NOT to wear to a job interview (and we will). But how do you dress for a job interview to make a flawless impression, without losing sight of your personal style? Read our Editor’s advice...
Beauty & Care: 5 products that are surprisingly convenient to bring on holiday
01 juli 2018
What do you take with you when you go on holiday? We all have a list of must-haves that we take with us every time we go on holiday – no matter the destination. We’re sharing our holiday must-haves with you, with 5 Marie-Stella-Maris items that you probably haven’t thought of before.
How to choose the perfect bikini
08 mei 2018
Bright blue seas, white sandy beaches and the blistering sun. Isn’t it delightful summer and the holidays are coming up again? hat's why Perfectly Basics selected an exclusive range of the most feminine and stylish bikinis, swimsuits...
How to: the desk-to-dinner look
03 mei 2018
Friday, in particular, is the day to go for a drink or dinner straight from work, but what if you don’t feel like bringing a bag of clothes with you to work? We’ll show you the looks and give styling tips to easily create a day-to-night look...
Beauty: 7 tips for perfect self-tanned skin
16 maart 2018
With Spring on its way, we favor an instantly tanned skin so we can put on our skirts and short sleeve tops without giving it a thought. Skin with a naturally sun-kissed tint, that seems to glow from the inside like a warm ray of sun. All year round please!
How to: clean your blazer in 3 steps
13 februari 2018
We love easy-to-do ways to clean favorite things yourself and lengthen their lifespan. Especially when it comes down to cashmere, the cleaning process needs to be soft for both the item and your skin. So we’d rather avoid the use of unnecessary chemicals.
How to: care for your cashmere pieces in 3 easy do-at-home steps
05 februari 2018
Cashmere brings a feeling of luxury and softness. Not so surprising that cashmere has been popular for years amongst us ladies! Favorite cashmere pieces should be cleaned with love and care which doesn't always have to involve a trip to the dry cleaners.
How to: Which pants and skirts suit your body shape?
01 februari 2018
Looking for the best way to show off you figure and accentuate your best features? Then invest in pants and skirts that cover-up your problem areas to accentuate your best assets. We’re bringing you style tips based on your body shape. Do you want to know what your shape is?
How to: 5 ways to combine a shirt and top
29 januari 2018
Blouses and tops are essential to build a timeless wardrobe. Every woman should own a poplin and silk shirt and several tops – from spaghetti strap tops to tank tops and sleeveless tops. You can wear your blouses and tops solo, but you can also create a blouse-and-top combination.
How to: improve your silhouette instantly with these 5 must-haves from SPANX®
22 januari 2018
Creating a perfect feminine silhouette without sacrificing comfort? It’s possible! Boost your self-confidence and discover what the SPANX® shape wear can do for your figure!
How to: keep your wardrobe up-to-date with the 80/20 method
15 januari 2018
The 80/20 wardrobe is a simple method to keep your closet up-to-date at all times. We’ll tell you all about the ease of this method! The name says it all really: 80% timeless essentials, 20% trendy pieces.
Behind the Brand: Christophe Robin lauches new product
24 november 2017
A mild yet deep cleansing with more volume – what woman doesn’t want that? It’s possible with Christophe Robins newest hair sensation.
Behind the brand: Clean water for everyone with Marie-Stella-Maris
17 november 2017
New at PB and already one of our favorite brands: the Amsterdam-based lifestyle brand Marie-Stella-Maris! Founded by the philosophy that everyone around the world should have access to clean drinking water, Marie-Stella-Maris offers a variety of mineral waters, natural care products and luxurious home fragrances to make a contribution.
How to: 5x Filippa K Wash & Care
16 november 2017
Filippa K brings the wash & care products you need to enjoy your clothing for years to come. Filippa K is a progressive sustainable brand with a line of clothes that are a smart choice...
How to: rock-chic make-up for all ages
03 november 2017
In our last blog, make-up artist Carla Rep showed us how to create fresh looking basic make-up for mature skin and how a little extra effort can go a long way with striking eye make-up. In this blog we’re using the same base to create a third look: rock-chic.
How to: 2 easy make-up looks for mature skin
03 november 2017
Make-up can be your best friend but it can also work against you when you use the wrong techniques. Our make-up artist Carla Rep will take you into the world of mature skin make-up.
How to: 5-step plan for timeless beauty from the inside and out
31 oktober 2017
A mild yet deep cleansing with more volume – what woman doesn’t want that? It’s possible with Christophe Robins newest hair sensation.
Trend: 5 Ways to wear pastel pink
17 oktober 2017
When you think of pastel hues you think of soft, sugary sweet and light hues like pastel pink, mint green and baby blue. This Autumn pastel hues - especially pastel pink - are an absolute must – and perfect to add a soft and refined feminine touch to your look.
Behind the Brand: Rahua unveils the secrets of Amazone beauty
07 september 2017
The answers to our burning beauty questions have now been found! Because Rahua’s rainforest grown beauty, as Rahua so adequately puts it, is based on beauty rituals that have been used for generations and have proven their worth.
How to: Master the Layered Look 2.0
17 augustus 2017
Let's start layering! It is the perfect way to make the most of your wardrobe across the year. Layering is a must-do this season. Working with layers allows you to show your personal style.
How-to: the shirt 5 x different
27 juli 2017
Do you have a shirt laying around in your closet that’s only one step removed from a good cause? Hold on to it just a little longer! We have 5 new ways to wear a shirt.
Fashion: 7 smart styling tricks to get more out of your (travel) wardrobe.
12 juni 2017
Travelling light is difficult to take to practice for some women. Because wardrobe wise you want to be prepared for all types of spontaneity that might come your way. So what’s smart to bring on your trip? We’re sharing some smart styling tricks with you to get more out of your regular ánd travel wardrobe.
How to: Create the Perfect Summer Look
08 juni 2017
Warm Summer days ask for perfect Summer looks. We asked our Editors to show their favorite Summer look. Get inspired and make your wardrobe Summer-ready!
Sunproof with COOLA Suncare!
24 mei 2017
We regularly worry about what we put in our bodies, why not what we put on it? The luxurious organic suncare products from COOLA are durable and made from natural and certified organic ingredients and antioxidants that prevent aging....
Prepare yourself for the sun with REN Skincare
08 mei 2017
Summer is coming – time to prepare yourself ánd your skin for those lovely sunrays. It is important to get your skin in top condition befóre you go sunbathing. A good scrub treatment is the solution...
How-to: 27 ways to style your XL scarf
01 mei 2017
An XL scarf is due to the oversized size and timeless design endlessly to combine and can be worn in many different ways! Get inspired and discover 27 ways to wear your XL scarf.
Beauty & Care: Carla’s top 5 natural make-up must-haves
01 mei 2017
Beautiful natural looking make-up perfectly matches warm and sunny weather! Our beauty and make-up professional - make-up artist Carla Rep - shares her top 5 must-haves with us - for a healthy-glow look.
How to: Style Black and White
28 april 2017
Black and white are probably every woman’s favorite fashion colors. Black is chic, stylish and perfect to create a modern look. White is fresh, elegant and timeless and a perfect choice on warm weather days. Combine black and white...
How to: care for your white pieces in 8 steps
27 april 2017
Spring has arrived and summer is lurking around the corner! When we think spring/summer, the color WHITE quickly comes to mind..
How to: care for your black pieces in 8 steps
24 april 2017
"I'll stop wearing black when they invent a darker colour" we completely concur with this quote and therefore wear black all-year round - even in the summer...
How to: Wash your favorite Denim items
19 april 2017
We often invest in good quality denim! So your denim deserves the best treatment. To provide your denim with the best care possible, the ladies from The Laundress have made this handy video with all the do’s and dont’s..
How to: Create the perfect weekend look
13 april 2017
The perfect weekend look is comfy ánd stylish with a feminine touch. We love to wear laidback jersey styles in combination with denim and sneakers. We asked our Personal Shopper Sabrina and our Fashion Editors what their favorite weekend look is.
How to: clean your Spring delicates
10 april 2017
Spring is in the air! And that means it’s time for a thorough cleaning of both your house ánd your clothes. So go through your closet and get your favorite Spring pieces ready for a new and fresh season.
How to: City-chic (Tenue de ville) dress code
07 april 2017
The Tenue de ville dress code – which litterally translates into city garments – often brings along some question marks. What does this dress code mean exactly? And what are the do’s and absolute don’ts you need to know?
How to: Cocktail vs. Festive-chic
06 april 2017
A dinner, a party or another occasion and no idea what to wear? Go for a cocktail or a festive-chic style! These festive ‘dress codes’ can be worn both more casual and dressed-up and offer many possibilities...
How to: Smart-Casual Dress Code
03 april 2017
Dress codes are hated ánd loved. It’s nice to know you have to create a look based on a theme, but it’s also quite difficult. If you have to dress smart-casual it’s all about finding the perfect balance between smart and casual.
How to: shop the right fragrance
28 maart 2017
Either you love it, or you don't! When it comes to finding the right perfume, we rely 100% on our smell combined with our personal taste. But what about when you're buying perfume online?
Beauty & Care: 6 light Spring Perfumes
27 maart 2017
Some go for a signature fragrance and other like to change perfumes according to occasion. But did you know that a change of season also asks for a change of perfume?
Fashion: 4 smart styling tricks for a personal touch
16 maart 2017
The spring season is on its way and that means we’re all looking for a completely new look. But how can you add a personal touch to your new outfit? That’s pretty simple...
How to: Matchy-matchy versus contrasting styling
10 februari 2017
Every woman has the same problem over-and-over again: what to wear today? The easiest is to pick the same combinations you always wear - until now!
How to: shop a capsule collection
06 februari 2017
We’ve been hearing about capsule collections for some time now. But what exactly is a capsule collection? It has everything to do with building a versatile wardrobe, that enables endless combining. We'll bring you up to speed in 4 steps.
How to: summer skin is created in winter - in 5 easy steps
16 januari 2017
Have you ever heard of the expression that a bikini body is created in the winter? Well, this is certainly the case when it comes to your skin! And to have your skin ready by that time, action needs to be taken now!
How to: 10 ways to wear your Holiday outfit in January
06 januari 2017
The season of lurex, metallics and lavish luxury has ended, but this doesn’t mean you can’t wear your party outfit anymore. This week we already showed you ideas how to re-style and downgrade your party look with our Trend Report...
4 tips to refresh your wardrobe
01 januari 2017
There it is again – that moment where you find yourself standing in front of your closet frowning, with that well known a-closet-full-of-clothes-and-nothing-to-wear feeling. How do you put together a full-proof wardrobe that helps you prevent being in this situation?
HOW TO: Style your Little Black Dress
15 december 2016
A ‘Little Black Dress’ is an absolute must-have for the modern woman. A fitted style to show your feminine curves, a tunic dress design to wear both with bare legs or over ultra-skinny pants or...
How to: Party make-up in 9 easy steps
12 december 2016
LOOK 2: Almost nude eyes with seductive lips. Your outfit and accessories for the party are all set and the right shoes have been found. So the time has come for that last finishing touch: make-up!
How to: Party make-up in 9 easy steps
09 december 2016
LOOK 1: Naturally beautiful with a subtle glow.
Your outfit and accessories for the party are all set and the right shoes have been found. So the time has come for that last finishing touch: make-up!
Our 4 Secret Fashion Tips
08 december 2016
New trousers that are just a bit too long, a sexy dress and no bra to match ór a wine stain on your silk blouse? Hollywood Fashion Secrets has the solutions!
Trend: 10 ways to style the turtleneck
02 december 2016
A turtleneck is chic, sophisticated and a classic choice. A turtleneck pullover is a true wardrobe essential and easy to wear either solo and layered. Invest in a classic cashmere pullover...
HOW TO: combine 6x black & white
11 november 2016
Black and white are like ying and yang – absolute opposites that make a perfect match! These two non-colors are versatile to wear on their own, but can elevate your looks to a higher fashion level when combined!
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