Iris Apfel .... inspiring indeed

I am marveled by Iris Apfel. She is probably one of the most rara avis people alive. She is a business woman, interior designer and fashion icon from New York.  And she is 92 years old. She wears a pair of flying saucer glasses and dresses in bold, bright exuberant outfits. She definitely stands out in a crowd with her charming, warm and whimsical outfits.

I know nothing about fashion and I cannot pull off wearing her outfits. It is the story behind the individual that energizes me. In my opinion, she exudes happiness and confidence.I am in awe of her commitment for being her own person. She surrounds herself with the things that make her happy. She is not afraid to be herself. I want to live life like her and be more comfortable under my own skin.

http://www.nytimes.com/video/t-magazine/100000002615161/iris-apfel-on-the-meaning-of-style.html

Happy New Year 2014 From Paris

My boyfriend and I kissed at the stroke of midnight in the RER between Pont de l'Alma and Champ de Mars  Tour Eiffel in Paris. The train stalled in between the stops. We wished each other Happy New Year surrounded by drunk youngsters and joyful cheer "Bonne Année". There were a lot of people  at the Eiffel Tower train stop. It took us almost 15 minutes to resurface from the station.

The sky was clear and the Eiffel Tower was beautifully lid up. While the place was crowded, when I looked up at the magnificent monument, I felt almost as if  it was just the Eiffel Tower and me. I immersed myself with the surrounding , took a few pictures like any faithful tourists and walked away.

Bonne Année à Tous!

Happy New Year! May 2014 be a great year for all of you!