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Meeting Brittany Bathgate

Bloesem Living | Gazette Interview with Brittany Bathgate

Brittany Bathgate of blog Style and Wellbeing gives us major style envy! Just by mixing classic and contemporary pieces of neutral shades with clean lines.. Simple, yes, but she's totally rocking it. If you've read our latest Bloesem Gazette then you'd have seen our little interview with her where she shared about her inspirations, and tips and tricks about fashion.. Here's the rest of this style icon's secrets!  

Bloesem Living | Gazette Interview with Brittany Bathgate

Bloesem Living | Gazette Interview with Brittany Bathgate

Define your style.

A mix of classic and contemporary (and extremely monochrome).

And your go-to everyday look?

Black straight cut trousers, CDG Play T-shirt and Trainers.

Bloesem Living | Gazette Interview with Brittany Bathgate

Where do you get your daily fashion inspiration?

Everyday street style around me and Instagram.

Any particular Instagram account? How about fashion blogs?

Some of my favourite Instagram feeds are @kaffeeundtee @deertakescare @shaov @umeromaan @derbysotm @marinalondon. I love shotfromthestreet.com, Lizzy uploads effortless, chic and easy to wear outfits every day. I also like basikattire.com, Leanne photos are always impeccable and she is very much about quality over quantity.

Bloesem Living | Gazette Interview with Brittany Bathgate

5 pieces of clothing you can't live without.

Black cigarette trousers, Navy and white long sleeve breton, Levi’s 501 jeans, a crisp white shirt and a boxy white t-shirt.

How about 5 styles of shoes you think everyone should own?

A black lace up oxford, birkenstocks, a classic black ankle boot, white trainers and black trainers

Bloesem Living | Gazette Interview with Brittany Bathgate

What is your dream brand to work with?

The thought of working on the COS visual team has always been in the back of my mind. Their window displays and visual elements through out the stores are always impeccable!

Something you're currently obsessing over? Is it from COS as well?

COS knitwear.

Bloesem Living | Gazette Interview with Brittany Bathgate

What is one trend item that you will you never wear?

The 70’s trend, it comes round nearly every year and each time I can’t stand it.

So which era of fashion do you admire the most?

I don’t really have icons that I look up to but there a lot of ladies whose style I really admire. Leandra Medine, Sofia Coppola and the Olsen twins.

Thanks again for your contribution to your latest Gazette yet, Brittany!

Photo credits: Brittany Bathgate

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Meeting Jess Hannah

Bloesem Living | Interviewing Jess Hannah for the Bloesem Gazette

Inspired by timeless jewelry her late grandmother has left behind, fashion and lifestyle blogger Jess Hannah expresses her creativity through the gorgeous collection of fine jewelry she's created over at J. Hannah Jewelry. Pair them with her effortless everyday attire, and we say we've got ourselves a pretty chic outfit good for virtually any day of the week. Subtle, minimalist and nothing too bold, she shares more about her style with us on the Bloesem Gazette and how all you need are really a few good and key pieces. Her favourite ones to rock are probably those you already have in your closet! Hear it from the girl herself..

Bloesem Living | Interviewing Jess Hannah for the Bloesem Gazette

Where do you get your daily fashion inspiration?

Magazines and Social Media.

What is your go-to everyday look?

If I'm lazy then jeans and a T-shirt, which is most of the time.

Would you say these are the few pieces of clothing you can't live without? What are some others?

Yes - white tees, perfectly-fitted jeans that are also comfortable, white sneakers and a leather jacket.

How about your must-have accessories?

Layered rings, layered necklaces, layered bracelets, my Shinola watch, and my crossbody bag.

Bloesem Living | Interviewing Jess Hannah for the Bloesem Gazette

Currently obsessing over?

Anything Adidas Originals!

Gotta dig them! On that note, what do you think are 5 styles of shoes everyone should own?

White sneakers, little black boots, black leather sandals, Birkenstocks, and comfy heels.

Bloesem Living | Interviewing Jess Hannah for the Bloesem Gazette

The most interesting item in your wardrobe - what's the story behind that?

I have a vintage Dior scarf from my grandma that I don't really wear; I just like to keep it in a drawer. My grandpa was sad one day and gave away all of her clothes before I could get to them. It's the only thing besides her jewelry that I have left.

Bloesem Living | Interviewing Jess Hannah for the Bloesem Gazette 

What is one trend item that you will you never wear?

Mmm.. I like the 70's trend, but I think it should be practised with restraint. We don't all need to look like we're heading to a costume party.

And a fashion Faux Pas you have committed (and aren't too embarrassed to share)?

I was really into what I thought was "punk" in middle school. I cried when my mom wouldn't buy me a studded belt from hot topic.

Bloesem Living | Interviewing Jess Hannah for the Bloesem Gazette

What fashion trends have you spotted for 2016?

Hah I don't know these things. Hopefully something comfy!

How effortlessly cool, inside and out! Thanks Jess, for your contribution to Issue 5 of the Bloesem Gazette!

Photo credits: Jess Hannah

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Meet Leah Goren

Bloesem Living | Meet Leah Goren

Brooklyn-based illustrator and surface pattern designer Leah Goren is definitely someone to keep an eye out for.. Her style for fun and playful graphics paired with unexpected colours palettes, many would agree, is definitely a treat for the eyes, seeing as she has worked with clients like Anthropologie, Ban.do, and even had her super cool illustrations grace the cover of our favourite Frankie magazine! That's not all, you can also find her on our latest Bloesem Gazette as one of our guest contributors where she talked trends, tips and inspirations. Read the rest of it here..

Bloesem Living | Meet Leah Goren

How would you describe your creative or artistic process?

Every project I do starts with a drawing on paper. I then scan my work and assemble the final piece digitally. Usually, if I'm working for a client, we begin with pencil sketches to nail down the concept and layout before I start on the final piece.

What's do you think is a typography that best describes you?

I most identify with loose, brushy hand lettering. Since I draw with a brush, that's what my lettering always looks like.

I'm guessing brushes are your favourite tools of the trade? 

Yes, my favorite materials are Winsor & Newton gouache, and Winsor & Newton Series 7 brushes. I love the matte finish of the gouache, and just by adding water it's easy to change the feel of a drawing. And their brushes are the best quality!

Bloesem Living | Meet Leah Goren

What are the top 5 design resources you gain inspirations from?

My studio mates, the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens, Rockaway Beach, Google Images, and Instagram.

Any favourite designers?

I look at the work of artists through history more than designers. So my favorite artists are Niki de Saint Phalle, Matisse, Sonia Delaunay, Richard Diebenkorn, and Celia Birtwell. I'm most inspired by artists who use a lot of color and pattern in their work, often in an abstract way.

Bloesem Living | Meet Leah Goren

Share with us one of your favourite design projects and the process behind it.

I really like the tide and moon charts I did recently for a local beach magazine, Rockaway Summer. It was challenging because I needed to translate accurate charts into my style, which is often organic and free-form. My process was the same as I mentioned earlier: draw on paper, scan into the computer, and assemble the final piece. Even though parts of the illustration had to be precise, I included a border of little surfers, fisherman, and sea life to add interest.

Wow, that's some attention to detail! Do you have any advice for budding designers who are just starting out?

Make a ton of work. Not all of it is going to be good, but as long as you're making things constantly you will get better, and develop a dedicated work ethic. I always look back on things I made and think they were terrible—I just threw away bags of drawings from 2012 and earlier—but I making all that work informed who I am today.

Bloesem Living | Meet Leah Goren

What are your favourite creative trends?

Right now I am really into eyelet and embroidery on clothing. I always have an eye out for vintage pieces from the 60s or 70s.

Neat! What about print trends.. Any you're excited about at the moment? Or a fond favourite you have done before?

I'm not really sure what's on trend right now print-wise! One of my favorite prints I've done recently is a bathers print for Loeffler Randall—women lounging around in swimsuits and sandals. I think it will be released in Spring 2016.

We can't wait to see it.. Thanks again, Leah!

Photo credits: Leah Goren

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Time with Silke Bonde

Bloesem Living | Silke Bonde interview

Finding the world map a little familiar? Yes, it's the amazing artwork 'Blue World' featured in a two-page spread across the latest Bloesem Gazette! Painted in watercolour by the talented visual artist and illustrator Silke Bonde, her attention to detail and colour use are always so impressive. We're definitely long time fans of hers, getting our daily dose of gorgeous pictures of beautiful artwork from her Instagram feed.. Featuring nature and neutral colours, I say we have a winning combination for a soul-soothing feed. You have to check it out to know what I mean! 

Besides her incredible artwork, she also shared with us and our readers a little bit about the life of a designer for the Bloesem Gazette.. Here's the rest of it!

Bloesem Living | Silke Bonde interview

How would you describe your creative/artistic process?

I usually find a theme that I find interesting. It has very often something to do with the nature. I explore this theme and transfer the input to my sketchbook. Then shortly after I start working with water and brush to try out different ideas. Most of my creative process happens on watercolor paper, which gives me an idea of the final look and makes sure that I get the expression that I am looking for. I will use tons of watercolor paper before I am satisfied.

Wow, that's interesting! So what's your favourite tools of the trade to use then?

Brush and water are my favourite tools. I like to use the brush to paint with water at first. When I am satisfied with the shapes I drip a little paint into it and the design appears. I like the way I can control and create the design with the water and at the same time combine the stringent and organic shapes.

Bloesem Living | Silke Bonde interview

Share with us top 5 design resources you gain inspirations from.

Designspiration.net, pinterest.com, instagram.com, itsnicethat.com, and printed magazines like Frankie magazine and Cereal magazine.

And your top 5 favourite designers?

Nendo, Hans J. Wegner, Hideaki Hamada (photographer), Børge Mogensen and Lotta Nieminen.

Share with us one of your favourite design projects and the process behind it.

I was creating some huge backdrops for a photo shoot for Broste Copenhagen. We wanted to show the feeling of an old atelier where everything was faded by the sun and nothing had changed for years. I was working outside in the sun for days with all my 10-meter long backdrops throwing randomly with watercolour, spreading dead leaves and walked on it just to make it look old and artsy. It was such a great fit for the photo shoot and it added just the feeling that we wanted. Even a year after I still get contacted by people who want something similar on their wall.

Name a typography that best describes you and why.

One that says “Hi, I am tall, minimalistic and made by hand” because that is what I am and what I like.

Bloesem Living | Silke Bonde interview

What are your favourite creative trends?

I like the DIY trend that occurred after the financial crises. Instead of buying new stuff the entire time, then try to rethink the stuff you already have and create it yourself. Your home will also be more personal and inspirational.

It's a win-win, isn't it! What about print trends? Any you're excited about at the moment?

I really like all handmade illustrations/designs because it is much more personal and it gets us away from the digital world for a while. I had a really good time working on my latest “Looking closer” print collection, just concentrating on bringing my thoughts to the watercolour paper and staying offline for hours. I selected some elements from nature and I wanted to zoom in on them to show the details that we often miss when passing by. My intention was to show the beauty of nature and the naturally-created art.

Bloesem Living | Silke Bonde interview

What is the biggest misconception people have about designers?

I think people are a bit traditional in their way of characterising a designer. I have a hard time making people understand how much time it takes to design a brand and to create my own visual identity on all digital platforms. They often think everything is about the product and how it is made and for some reason forget all the hard work of creating a coherent brand.

Agreed. Do you have any advice for beginner designers who are just starting out then?

Just try to experiment with as many methods and tools as possible. You do not have to know your own style from the beginning that is just something you will discover over time. Do what makes you happy.

Wise words indeed. A big thank you to you, Silke, for your wonderful contribution!

All photos via Silke Bonde.

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Nora and Laura's food stories

Bloesem Living | Interview with Nora and Laura of Our Food Stories

Combine Nora's food styling skills and Laura's photography skills and you'll get a food heaven of a blog, Our Food Stories. An online gem for everything gluten-free and vegetarian made with the freshest fruits and herbs which they are surrounded by being based in the countryside outside of Berlin.. Does it get any better? I mean just look at these beautiful photos! We had a nice little chat with the two lovely ladies for the Bloesem Gazette, hear the rest of it here..

Bloesem Living | Interview with Nora and Laura of Our Food Stories

Bloesem Living | Interview with Nora and Laura of Our Food Stories

What is your favourite comfort food and why?

Laura: We both just love cake. It always makes everything better and makes you feel so cozy and calm while enjoying it.

And if you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Is it cake?

Nora: Chocolate!
Laura: Nora's gluten-free goat cheesecake. It's just the best!

Aw! We all wish we could eat as much cake as we want! Do you have any recommended diet to help stay in shape?

Laura: Just listen to your body and eat a little bit of everything. And of course, a little bit exercise too.

Bloesem Living | Interview with Nora and Laura of Our Food Stories

What's your go-to drink?

Nora: We love blueberry and peach smoothies! It's such a simple but good combination.

And a go-to date night dessert?

Laura: We both love panna cotta! There are so many different possibilities to prepare it!

Bloesem Living | Interview with Nora and Laura of Our Food Stories

What are some places you go to for recipe inspirations?

Nora: The organic supermarket, the local farmers' market, a great magazine, a book shop or just having a conversation with Laura. We inspire each other mostly.

How do you guys like your eggs?

Nora: That always depends. But I really like fried egg and omelette with onions.
Laura: My favorite is just a boiled egg.

Bloesem Living | Interview with Nora and Laura of Our Food Stories

Getting together with your best friends: where and what do you eat?

Nora: We would invite them to our place in the countryside and host a gathering with lots of different cakes.

Wow, that already sounds like an amazing feast, sure to warrant a couple of great photos! Any tips you guys have for styling and photographing food?

Nora: We use natural elements, like fruits, herbs, linen, old wood. Always focus on the details and work with concentration.

Take it from these ladies. Thanks again, Nora and Laura!

Photo credits: Our Food Stories

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Catching up with Adinda De Boer

Bloesem Living | Interview with Adinda De Boer

Coffee Shop in Seoul

Adinda of Wolves Table always gives us major travel envy with the stunning shots she takes capturing the essence of all the beautiful countries she visits! Some of you might have remembered her as our guest blogger from a couple of posts back about her trips to Taiwan and Japan.. And well this time, between her travels, we caught up with her for a chat where she dishes out all her travel tips, favourite cities and all its hidden gems to visit for the latest copy of the Bloesem Gazette.. Hear the rest of it here! 

Bloesem Living | Interview with Adinda De Boer

12 Apostles of the Great Ocean Road in Australia

Bloesem Living | Interview with Adinda De Boer

Nara Park in Japan where deer roam freely

What is your travel style? 

I prefer comfortable, almost baggy type of clothing when I'm traveling. I hate tight jeans or tight shirts when I need to be on a flight for at least 10 hours. That's why I like to wear a loose fit type of pants or stretchy leggings with a long t-shirt and a warm vest because it always gets so cold in the airplane. And comfy shoes with socks, sometimes also a large scarf to use as an extra blanket around my shoulders.

Us too! What are some items that make it to the packing list every time?

For any type of destination: my camera, my iPhone, bikini, warm sweater or vest because i'm always cold.

Tell us, what's in your carry-on for on the plane?

Eyedrops, bottle of water, ear plugs, neck cushion, face and hand cream, lip balm. I need to hydrate when in the plane because my skin and eyes get really dry.

Bloesem Living | Interview with Adinda De Boer

The cosy corner of a coffee shop in Seoul

What are your top 5 favourite cities?

Rotterdam: I studied and lived in Rotterdam for 4 years and most of my friends live there. It's an industrial city that has a constant developing creative scene. You need to know where to go and where not to go in R'dam but that's what makes it so interesting. A growing city that feels like home.

Berlin: the creative vibe, the artist scene, the possibilities for creative entrepreneurs, it's a huge city that is very interesting at the moment, good, non-expensive food and very inspirational. Also not (yet) expensive.

London: you can feel the history of the city while wandering the streets, the architecture, clubs, restaurants and antique markets make me wish I could move there. Christmas season is my favorite time to visit London.

Paris: do I need to explain? It's the most beautiful and romantic city in the world with the best pastry available. I love the passion for food in France.

New York: I studied for 6 months in NYC and loved every moment of it. It's fast paced and it felt like walking on a movie set all day. Central Park and Soho where my favorite places to hang. Today Brooklyn would be my first place to visit because of the Blackbirds pie shop I'm dying to visit.

And the most picturesque spots for you?

All of Japan, Santorini and Mykonos in Greece, French province and South of France (Cote d'azur), Capri and Positano in Italy and Australia.

Any places you haven't visited that's on your bucket list?

I would love to go to South Africa and Mexico one day. Alaska would be amazing too.

Bloesem Living | Interview with Adinda De Boer

Apostles rising up from the Southern Ocean on Victoria's dramatic coastline

What sparked your wanderlust?

I went on holidays when I was a child to many destinations close to home but also far away because a part of my family live in the US and in Asia. Traveling was a part of our lives. Today I'm bored quite easily if I don't go somewhere for a short or long trip. I enjoy new and strange environments from time to time. Exploring and experiencing new things is in my DNA.

Tips to preparing for a trip?

I use Pinterest and Instagram to look for interesting destinations. I create boards and pin all sorts of interesting images of the destination on the board. I enter relevant hashtags on Instagram to look for cool places. I also check my favorite blogs to see if that particular blogger went to my future travel destination. But to be honest i'm not much of a planner when I'm on vacation: I like to know some highlights I want to visit and let the rest come to me as I go.

Bloesem Living | Interview with Adinda De Boer

The careful hand of a Japanese Potter

Best tunes for a road trip?

New Radicals's You Get What You Give, Journey's Don't Stop Believin', Tracy Chapman's Fast Car, M83's Oblivion soundtrack, and Blink 182's I Miss You.

Trips can sometimes be quite exhausting, unfortunately. Any tips to relax while travelling?

Sleep in, don't plan too much, book a massage treatment, go for long walks in the forest or on the beach and try to leave your phone alone as much as possible (hard I know, but very relaxing).

Thanks for your contribution to our latest Gazette yet, Adinda!

All images via Adinda De Boer.

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