Barbie goes politically correct
The Doll Evolves, as Mattel puts it in is campaign. Sure it does. The brand introduced Barbies of 7 different skin tones, 22 eye colors, 24 hairstyles and three new body types: tall, petite and curvy. While all of this diversity is to be applauded…
Fashion prodigy: Anna Pavaga
Who is this adorable kid and why are we crazy about her? These last couple of days, while roaming instagram, I happened upon this image at least a dozen times, on different fashion or fashion inspiration accounts. Gorgeous, right? I had to find out more….
Gingham style!
In skirts and blouses, cardigans or shirts, gingham rules this summer. Prints, whether florals, jungle or tribal are in fashion for yet another season. But we love the new addition: It’s checked print, called gingham in England, or vichy in France (both words derived from…
Review: Galénic Ophycée rejuvenating eye care
My latest discovery: Galénic Ophycée rejuvenating eye care I am constantly trying on different eye creams – if everyone has an issue with their skin, mine is in the sensitive, fragile area around the eyes. Though that does not make me happy, it does make…
Je suis Charlie
Too long have we been tolerant towards intolerance. I consider myself a truly tolerant person. I really do not care whether you are black or white, gay or straight, Russian or American, or even German for that matter (that was a joke, clarifying just in…
Warmest wishes!
To all the friends of yougogirl.gr Tina and I want to wish everyone a Happy, Jolly, Blissful, Merry Christmas and an Amazing, Inspiring, Fabulous New Year! May we all find the warmth of true love, the time to have fun, the passion for life, the…
Vasso tried #theovernightproject by Korres
WILD ROSE ADVANCED REPAIR SLEEPING FACIAL This is a wildly successful product by my beloved Korres. Boosted with Wild Rose oil, vitamin C and hyaluronic acid, it promises to work wonders while you are sleeping. So, the #overnightproject was simple. Use it once, and review…
Persephone’s Ageless Beauty
Persephone has been freed from the underworld. Literally returned to Mother Earth, she has been uncovered for the world to see. She is the latest wonder unearthed inside the Amphipolis Tomb, one that fills me with wonder. And it’s not because I’m Greek, trust me;…
Art Links Athens 2014
Music, painting, poetry, photography, dance… What is art? That is a huge discussion, one that is not worth doing on my own! What is certain though is that, at the Art Links Athens 2014 next week, everybody is sure to find an expression of art…
Beatles@Herodion under a glorious moonlight
Got any plans for July 17th? I’ve got a suggestion. Picture a special tribute to the Beatles, at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus (Herodion, as we like to call it, here), under the little-less-than-full July moon! I can’t think of a better combination for a…
Hot Pattern
I don’t know how hot your summer is, I only know that the Greek summer is blazing at a usual 35 to 40 degrees Celsius (95 to 105 degrees Farenheit). That’s why the first rule for my summer wardrobe is that it is as cool…
My 1st summer weekend
The sun was burning hot, when I first dared dip my toes in the water… First time out this summer, and I am back with all the little things I tried and loved! Number 1: I love my new bathing suit by Calzedonia! White and…