Photo provider Birgit Sfat For Cup of Joe.
“My way of thinking is color,” says the painter Eileen de Clark Walters“I figure out what color mood I’m in in the morning. If I need confidence, I wear blue. White makes me feel radiant, so I might wear it when I have guests over.” After ten years, Irene and her family recently returned to Holland. She currently lives in Harlem with her husband, Arjan, and her two sons, Bo, 17, and her Pepin, 12. Here, she shares her five looks that are both chic and comfortable…
jeans: Mr. kStriped shirt: vintage St. James, new availableBlazer: Girls of Dust “Several years ago” resembleBoots: ATP Atelier, resemble.
“In Copenhagen, our rental didn’t allow dogs. Our kids really love dogs, so I promised them we’d get one when we got back to Holland. Lou is the family glue.” Walking the dog, we meet people very spontaneously, and although we weren’t even completely unpacked, our dog immediately helped us get involved in the community. He gave me.”
Jumpsuit: closed, resemble. shoes: birkenstock.
“Eighteen years ago, I was a lawyer, but I wanted to do something more creative. There was no way I could do it part-time I knew I was making huge financial cuts and adding a lot of uncertainty. I remember saying, “Whatever you do, you will do well.” It was very encouraging. I changed from heels and skirts to what I like. My style is still tailored, blazer and long pants, more comfortable. And no more high heels. ”
“I put on my new jeans and think, Oh, I just want this to end, and paint them. Of course, it always happens with new clothes! The paint used is water-based, so it will come off if you apply force. But I like the paint splatters all over the place. ”
groove: Mr. k. Sweater: Lulu’s faultJeans: Vintage Levi’s, resemble. shoes: Asics, resemble.
“In countries where the climate is not so warm, the first impression of someone is often that they are wearing a coat. A few I inherited from my mother, quality trenches will last forever.”
“When I buy groceries, run errands or meet friends, I ride my bike. We load it on the bike together.I ride my bike in all my clothes.If it’s a fluffy skirt or dress, I just hold it in my hand so it doesn’t get caught in the handlebars.”
Blouse: “From Mom” resemblePants: H&M x Giuliva Heritage (2020), resembleSneakers: Adidas, resemble.
“My hair went from blonde to white pretty early on.
“Monochrome looks feel great. Wearing solid colors, mixing wool and silk, playing with textures. Neutrals are calming. Wearing bright colors is unsettling.”
coat: Massimo Dutti From several years ago resemble. jeans: Isabel Marant. Sweater: Lulu’s faultSunglasses: As in “An old Celine frame with a prescription.” Earrings: lie studio.
“We were planning to move to Copenhagen for two years, but ended up staying for ten years. One of the best things about living there is the local market. Local residents set up outdoor tables to sell clothes, shoes, home décor and toys. TRUE Good stuff. I was in heaven We rode our bikes and did our own thing, then looked around to see the local market. I bought a lot of great second hand items, including these Celine sunglasses. I rarely shopped in physical stores. “
shoes: brand stone. socks: Ranvert, resemble. coat: Massimo Dutti From several years ago resemble. jeans: Isabel Marant. Sweater: Lulu’s fault.
“like brand stone and birkenstock and arcet rain bootsWhen we returned to Holland, we didn’t know where to live. I said, “Come on, let’s get closer to the ocean!” Swimming in the ocean is the best remedy when you’re feeling stressed or frustrated.We all love running around the beach, Lou included. “
Thank you very much, Eileen! you can follow her Instagramif you please.
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(Photo courtesy: Birgit Sfat for Cup of Joe)
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