Orange and brick stone inspiration
If you take a trip, then you’ll experience something…I spent the last weekend in Amsterdam, so luckily I have a new story to tell. It was the weekend when Denmark beat the Netherlands in the EM. Late afternoons were rather relaxed and the streets were comparably empty as most of the people spent it in front of the screen. Regardless of the defeat in soccer people in Amsterdam were jolly and happy and the evenings and nights were lively and vibrant.
But let me start from the beginning…
I stayed at the Exchange hotel, a small boutique hotel near the Central station, which was handy because from there it was easy to get into the diverse districts. My room was nice and cosy, though pricey, because it was a weekend. Each room of this hotel is differently designed and the hotel’s slogan says: The hotel with rooms dressed like models.
Speaking of dressing and model, I was sporting some comfortable sneaker/jeans/scarf combination, giving the look an upgrade by picking Isabel Marant sneakers and scarf. I wanted to be comfy and able to move around but still dress accordingly to who I am (representing myself so to speak).
So what is Amsterdam known for? – Let me start with the cliché before I get to the deeper core of what I experienced…
It is known for its bicycles, the beautiful Grachten along the canal and the picturesque brick stone buildings.
Ofcourse Amsterdam is a very touristic place, masses of people are streaming into the city each weekend, coming from every corner of the world. People come for the Dutch beer, the soccer,they come for shopping and enjoying the lavish life and no doubt they come for the coffee shops..
However, it didn’t take me long until I would get an idea of the true Dutch spirit. The Dutch love social gatherings – wether it ‘d be a hangout with friends or through sports. Religion plays an important role for Dutch people, whereas religious belonging doesn’t seem matter so much or let alone be an issue. I have seen members of different religions happily and peacefully celebrating next to each other in the same ceremony – to me this seems to be extremely progressive. And of course Dutch people are very stylish and fashion conscious – no wonder at all, Amsterdam has some truly fabulous boutiques as well, such as the Maison Rika for example…
I hope you enjoyed the little virtual getaway to Amsterdam from your office desk, home computer or mobile device – and if you haven’t been to Amsterdam yet, I hope that you could get an idea of what it’s like.
I’ll be back soon with some more inspiration from Amsterdam and a little outfit post. In the meantime keep on dreaming – about city getaways or beach holidays, mountain tours and other expeditions – summer holiday is just around the corner!
xox, the Flamboyante
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KristySamone June 12, 2012 at 12:47 pm
Wonderful report! I feel as if I’ve gone there now:) Love the look of your blog!
missflamboyante June 12, 2012 at 1:15 pm
Thank you Kristy for your kind words, I’m glad you enjoyed the report!
shiroknowes June 12, 2012 at 1:03 pm
I liked this post a lot and became a little home-sick because I miss a littlebit my Holland, thanks for showing all the beautiful photos with your lovely comment !!!
missflamboyante June 12, 2012 at 1:14 pm
Visiting Amsterdam has been a wonderful experience to me and I’m glad if my photography has awaken fond memories to you!
essentjewels June 12, 2012 at 2:19 pm
These pictures are so vibrant, what a great way to start my morning, and you look great too!!!
missflamboyante June 12, 2012 at 6:37 pm
Thank you so much, I am always happy to be a source of inspiration!
Victoria June 12, 2012 at 6:52 pm
It looks like you had a lot of fun and really nice weather! I have been to Amsterdam a couple of times myself and I couldn’t describe it any better than you just did. It’s such a lovely city… I love the pictures!
missflamboyante June 12, 2012 at 9:57 pm
Thank you, Victoria, for your lovely comment, I am glad you enjoyed reading my article. Feedback like that makes me proud of having captured the beauty and spirit of Amsterdam in two days only…
annesturetucker June 12, 2012 at 10:00 pm
Amazing photos! I love it – thank you!!
missflamboyante June 16, 2012 at 7:23 pm
Glad you do ;)!
Reading Pleasure June 13, 2012 at 11:22 am
Fine pictures. thanks for sharing
missflamboyante June 16, 2012 at 7:26 pm
Glad you enjoyed them!
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Kelly Braund June 16, 2012 at 5:45 am
Some very cool pics!
missflamboyante June 16, 2012 at 7:26 pm
Thanks!
Ioana C June 16, 2012 at 5:10 pm
I’ve never been interested in visiting Amsterdam. The legalisation of drugs made me sceptical about it. However I’m always open to hearing opinions about places to visit in order to have the right perception of things. The pink bike was cute and caught my eye because is what my friend is always talking about lately and looking all over the place for one. Hope to find it soon:) And yes, looking forward for the summer holiday!
missflamboyante June 16, 2012 at 7:25 pm
Of course the Netherlands are known for the legalization of Cannabis, but Amsterdam has so much more to offer. I got carried away by the little boutiques, in Vienna there are way too little – only mainstream or high end designers…Wishing you a fab summer holiday!
May June 17, 2012 at 2:26 pm
I would like so much to visit Amsterdam! I really do. I loved this post.