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STYLISH MUSIC VIDEOS – PART 2

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I hope you liked the first post dedicated to stylish music videos. Here are some other videos that offer a fair amount of style. And good music, of course.

“Stay With Me” by Eight Wonder. Patsy Kensit wears some amazing sequined minidresses. The black one seems to come straight from a Saint Laurent’s collection. Ahh the ’80s… When the fashion was good, was so good! If you like Kensit’s style take a look at this video, too. (I couldn’t find out who directed it/1986)

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“Suit & Tie” by Justin Timberlake ft. JAY Z. Timberlake looks particularly dapper dressed in Tom Ford. (Director: David Fincher/2013)

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“Try Again” by Aaliyah. The late singer looking beautiful in Dolce & Gabbana. I think I watched this videos at least a hundred times. (Director: Wayne Isham/2000)

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“Celebrity Skin” by Hole. This is probably the glossier music video by Hole. At that time, Courtney Love was taking a walk on the glamorous side of L.A., fresh from the success of “The People vs. Larry Flint”. The song is 20 years old (and I can’t believe it!) and it’s love-hate letter to the city of angels. That’s why, probably, the band look so glamorous and Love and bassist Melissa Auf der Maur sing lying in a coffin. (Director: Nancy Bardawil/1998)

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“What You Waiting For” by Gwen Stefani. The platinum singer as a modern, super stylish Alice in Wonderland dressed in Christian Dior by John Galliano. (Director: Francis Lawrence/2004)

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 “Mr. Brightside” by The Killers. Brandon Flowers is one of the most stylish singers/musicians and the band’s videos are always visually beautiful. Starring the band, model Isabella Miko and Eric Roberts. “Mr. Brighside” won a moonman, that is to say a MTV Video Music Award, for Best New Artist in a Video in 2005. (Director: Sophie Muller/2005)

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“Too Funky” by George Michael. This is universally considered one of the most stylish music videos ever (together with “Freedom” by Michael as well). Super models and designer clothes. If YouTube existed back in 1992 this video would have had billions of views. (Director: Thierry Mugler, not credited/1992)

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“Take Me Home” by Sophie Ellis-Bextor. The English singer always looks gorgeous and feminine in her videos and this one is particularly stylish. The song is a cover of a Cher’s track from the 1979 and it was Ellis-Bextor’s debut single. You should also watch how beautiful and stylish Ellis-Bextor looks in this video released last year. (Director: Sophie Muller/2001)

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“Bossy” by Kelis ft. Too $hort. One of the comments under this video says “the fashion in this video is still sickening in 2018”. So true. (Director: Marc Klasfeld/2006)

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“Spectrum” by Florence + The Machine. Florence Welch has a great sense of style and everything looks so good on her. The videos of the band are so carefully styled and this one is, in my opinion, is their most stylish one. Welch sports some amazing outfits and a beautiful wig.(Director: David LaChapelle and John Byrne/2012)
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“These Boots Are Made For Walking” by Nancy Sinatra. Who doesn’t know this song? It’s been sang by many singers, since it was released, in 1965. I love Sinatra’s outfit! (I couldn’t find out who directed it/1966)

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“Get Right” by Jennifer Lopez. J.Lo always looks at her best in her videos. I particularly like this one, where the singer plays many different roles in a night club. I love the way she’s dressed in the dancing scenes. (Director: Francis Lawrence/2005)
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You should also see these videos I previously posted as songs of the week: “Eternity” by Robbie Williams, “Perfect Places by Lorde”, “American Money” by BØRNS.

WHY YOU SHOULD THINK ABOUT DEACTIVATING YOUR FACEBOOK ACCOUNT

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Two years ago I read a blog post with one of those cliché titles that work so well and make you want to click, one with the words “hack” and “happiness” (am I the only one who can’t resist to the word hack?!?). The hack was very simple, but effective. To be happy, but I’d rather say to feel less flat, you simply had to remove the Facebook app from your smartphone. The reasons totally made sense. At that time FB was full of news about Brexit, US election, the Syrian war and much more. Not exactly joyful topics, and most of all worse than the apple of discord. So why keep on reading depressing news and opinions?

The post was pretty convincing but I made up my mind only few weeks later, after I got involved in a late night crazy, useless conversation on a Facebook group that only made me nervous. I realized how toxic Facebook was becoming and I removed the app from my smartphone. And trust me, my “social health” improved.

Since I’m insomniac, I have the bad habit to check the phone before going to sleep; sometimes I simply organize/delete photos or write a note, but I usually check Instagram and watch the stories of my favorite accounts. I know that checking devices before going to sleep is not heathy and prevent you from having a good, restoring sleep (smartphones emanate blue light, which is perceived by our brain as a light associated with the awakening), and I’m working on this bad habit but staying away from Facebook, most of all before falling asleep, makes a difference, I swear.

While Instagram is still a kind of happy place (even if I feel like it’s increasingly becoming like Facebook one update at the time), the social network has become the perfect place for controversy, polemics, hate, ignorance, rudeness, do-goodism, and intolerance. It’s the reign of unsuited people, that’s how I call them. And I don’t want to deal with them. They don’t deserve my time, they don’t deserve your time.

One day I felt particularly sad (for personal reasons) and I decided it was time to deactivate my Facebook profile. Have you ever felt like you were watching a TV show or a film that sucks and at one point you ask yourself why you’re keeping watching? I felt this way. I know I could just log out and never log in, or at least not doing it for a long time. But it wouldn’t be the same.

I didn’t delete my account so my decision is not final, yet. I know my Instagram accounts should be business and the only way to make them so is having a Facebook account. I miss some useful groups and accounts (like He For She, for example) but right now, there’re more pros than cons to not spend time there.

That’s why I think you should consider deactivating, even for a while, your account. You will find out that Facebook has nothing to do with your life.

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ROMANTIC / HOOVERPHONIC

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“Romantic” by Hooverphonic is a song that one of my favorite radios is regularly airing and I liked it at first listening. The Belgian band is back with a new singer, Luka Cruysberghs, and this new single. And a new album, “Looking For Stars”, that was released yesterday.

“Romantic” is actually about not being romantic, in fact Cruysberghs sings “don’t bribe with roses/don’t be such a poser” and “don’t be dramatic/’cause I’m not romantic”. What a beautiful song! I love its vintage vibes.

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WEEKLY LINKS #233

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The upcoming exhibition of the Met celebrates jewelry and its transformative power. “Jewelry: The Body Transformed” will open on November, 12. Take a look at some of the amazing pieces that will be on display. {on Galerie}

I love the details of this miniskirt. {on Storets}

Smartphones are ruining the planet faster than anyone expected. And the bigger they are, the more harmful. {on Fast Company}

The location of these restaurants is breathtaking. {on Bored Daddy}

A statement brass necklace that won’t go unnoticed. {on Laura Lombardi Jewelry}

These photos will make you long to visit Prague. {on My Modern Met}

How beautiful is this (super expensive) hand painted chest? {on Moooi}

Make-up artist Lisa Eldridge just launched three red lipsticks, and they’re a limited edition. Just in time for party season. {on Vogue}

Atelier VM makes beautiful, dainty jewelry, like this bracelet. {on Liberty London}

LE STYLE, C’EST L’HOMME N°5

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For this fifth post about men’s style I chose some items for the cold weather that, at least here in Italy, seems to be coming.

I immediately liked this Kent & Curwen sweater. It has a vintage vibe that makes it look like a timeless piece, a sweater worn by students of an elite college. The appliquéd rose refers to the year the brand was established, 1926.

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Photo via Mr Porter

This cardigan is 100% synthetic but I love it. It’s Zara and it looks so cozy.

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Photo via Zara

I’ve always liked men who wear hooded sweatshirts in neutral, solid colors. They look so cool under a leather jacket and add a casual touch to an outfit, when worn under a jacket/coat. This one is by Uniqlo.

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Photo via Uniqlo

As I was writing I realized Keanu Reeves wears a sweatshirt and a biker jacket in “My Own Private Idaho”, a 1991 film directed by Gus Van Sant also starring the late River Phoenix. I’ve always had a crush on Reeves and I love many of his films, like “Speed”, “The Matrix” trilogy, “The Devil’s Advocate” and most of all, “Point Break”.

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River Phoenix and Keanu Reeves in a scene of “My Own Private Idaho” – Photo via Pinterest

Accessories are so important, they’re useful (of course) and they can elevate a basic outfit. A warm scarf is an essential winter must-have. This one, in silk and cashmere, is by Marina D’Este, a historic Italian brand, famous for the use of silk. It’s available in two colors and it’s on sale. The fact that high quality clothes and accessories cost much less than those by cool brands often amaze me.

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Photo via Forzieri

These boots by The Rail because I think Chelsea boots are some of the most beautiful and flattering shoes for men. I’m not into dad sneakers, furry mules, slides and other trendy but unflattering footwear. Shoes say a lot about a person. Oscar Isaac said that “for me, with a character, you start with the shoes”. It’s the same with style.

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Photo via Nordstrom

If you want to spend a lot of money to buy those ugly, unflattering dad sneakers (I prefer to call them “things”) brands are making millions with, I can’t prevent it. But if you prefer to buy classy sneakers that will make you look actually good, go for one of these I chose for you. You’d also same a lot of money! How great.

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Diadora Heritage (GAME H CORE S) available also in gray and red – Photo via Diadora

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Vans (Sk8-Hi Reissue Ghillie) – Photo via Vans

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Puma (Heritage Basket Classic sneakers) – Photo via Farfetch

Are you looking for corduroy pants but you’re not sure if you actually want to wear them? Go for these affordable ones by H&M, available in dark blue, rust and Burgundy.

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Photo via H&M

If you think that men in (faux) fur don’t look good it’s time to change idea. Look how beautiful this faux fur double breasted coat by Guild Prime is. It’s such a perfect evening coat and it’s available also in dark green (even if the site says it’s black) and in white, which is sooo beautiful.

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Photo via Farfetch

I hope you liked the items I chose for you, let me know in the comments! And if you missed the previous posts about men’s style check them here.

CH-CH-CH-CH CHANGES

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I’m back after a break from the blogosphere because I missed writing and every time I took a look at the blog I felt kind of sad. But I realized I needed to change, otherwise a comeback would be nonsense.

Together with the blog, I’ll take care of my Instagram account, again and it will be more Italian users friendly. I don’t know if I’ll be back on Facebook, instead. In fact, I decided to deactivate my account because Facebook was becoming too toxic and I think I’ll write a post about it and how I feel good without its hate, ignorance, and intolerance.

I want the blog to be more interesting, more personal and a bit less fashion centered (but just a bit!). Some regular posts will stay, some regular posts won’t, or it’s better to say they will stay, but in a different way.

If you like David Bowie I’m sure you immediately realized his song “Changes” inspired the title of this post, it sounded so perfect.

So, We Believe in Style is back and I hope you’ll like the changes.

FASHION CRUSH – DODO BAR OR JUMPSUIT

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How beautiful is this Dodo Bar Or velvet jumpsuit? I immediately loved it! Even if I find jumpsuits impractical (for obvious reasons) I know many women like them and wear them. Dodo Bar Or is definitely a brand to watch (I discovered it months ago).

This jumpsuit, named “Madison”, is so elegant and so ’80s in the best way possible. I love the puff shoulders and the embellishments so much. You definitely won’t go unnoticed with a garment like this.

I’ll take a break from blogging for a while, I hope to be back as soon as I can!

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Look how beautiful the embellishments are.

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HIGH & DRY / RADIOHEAD

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“High & Dry” by Radiohead is the song of the week because every time I listen to it I think it’s one of the most beautiful songs ever written, sang, played. The song is from the band’s second studio album, titled “The Bends”, released in 1995.

Radiohead shot two videos for “High & Dry”, one for the American market and this one, directed by David Mould, for the British and European market.

Virgin Radio Italy aired this song a couple of days ago and gosh… I love it so much! The instrumental part that starts at minute 2:50 is a masterpiece.

As often happens, musicians hate the songs that made them famous and that fans love so much. Thom Yorke, Radiohead’s singer and guitarist, stated he considers “High & Dry” a very bad song and he also hates “Creep”, maybe the band’s most famous song.

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WEEKLY LINKS

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Costume designer Renée Ehrlich Kalfus talks about the amazing wardrobe of “A Simple Favor”, starring Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick. I recently wrote about the film in this post. {on Fashionista and here on We Believe in Style}

Color palettes inspired by famous living rooms of TV series. {on Apartment Therapy}

Have you seen this new Ikea collection? It’s so gothic and unexpected. Unfortunately it’s not available online. {on Ikea}

A beautiful, minimalist, enamel ring. {on Bario Neal}

Asos made the prettiest and maybe most affordable transparent bag and if you don’t like the idea of showing everything to the world, you’re going to like it, too. {on Asos}

We all know houseplants are healthy and a great, affordable way to decorate but have you ever thought about their benefits for our skin? {on Brit+Co}

Having flowers in the house is a good habit, too and that’s why you should regularly buy yourself flowers. {on Bustle}

Animal prints for FW2018. {here on We Believe in Style}

#HOMEDECOR INSPIRATION FROM INSTAGRAM

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Instagram is becoming more and more a great source of home decor inspiration. Unlike Pinterest, where you can see many dreamy but unreal interiors, you can find many real houses on Instagram, and more affordable solutions and ideas. We’re not all millionaires who live in hundreds of mq/square feet and sometimes we just need to give a room or a part of it some restyling.

I think I could watch photos of houses for hours, anyway, it’s relaxing (if you are in a good mood, if you know what I mean). Do you follow some accounts dedicated to home decor that you can suggest me? Or are you an interior designer or like to decorate? Let me know in the comments!

Meanwhile, these are some inspiring interiors I found on Instagram.

A beautiful and warm living room. I particularly like the lighting fixture in the right corner.

 

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I have a thing for vanity tables.

 

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A relaxing reading corner under a skylight.

 

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This is the most beautiful small kitchen I’ve ever seen. I love the black and white checkered floor and the pink mosaic tiles. And the chandelier. Everything is so chic and bright in this room. As Italian, I don’t understand those huge, almost aseptic kitchens I often see on TV  and magazines. They look like people hardly cook there!

 

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Pink accents for this lovely and feminine corner.

 

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A chic entry.

 

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The flamingos wallpaper and the washbasin 😍 I don’t know about you but my dream house would have at least 4-5 bathrooms so I could decorate them in different ways.

 

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A pretty, small outdoor space.

 

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I love the glass and metal shelf and the chair. Glass + gold + pink = perfection.

 

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A must-have accessory.

 

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Such a chic and pretty minimalist dining room.

 

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A beautiful small half bathroom. I like the blue wall and the white tiles, they’re such a chic match. I don’t particularly like the print, I would choose something more fashion related or a vintage poster.

 

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