WANT | From the old, dusty archive

Shirt | Akris
Necklace | Sou Bretton
Shoes | Camilla Skovgaard

I just came across an old picture in my Downloads-folder that is likely to burst one of these days. I am not sure if my screen will hold the amount of aesthetically approved outfits and items that have been wandering through my computer. So, from the old vaults from my MacBook, I show you a little FreshFix-archive jewel: this small collage from Anywho.dk. Three simple pieces, combined in one perfect outfit. The white drapery thing is in the middle of a blouse and a kimono, the choker is brilliant and adds that bit of colour, and the shoes, well, those are the only ones I had to replace with these Camilla Skovgaard loves. Maybe spice things up with quilted leather shorts, but know that time cannot replace style.

DESIGN | Sköna Hem

ph / Madeleine Söder

Sköna Hem was the name I never had associations with, it was a myth of brilliant styling and effortless design. Since I saw this editorial from the living-magazine, I am ashamed I never took effort to learn Sköna Hem better. The detailing and decoration in this images by stylist Linda Åhman is amazing, very personal and warm.

This house in Oslo belongs to ceramist Maria Øverbye, who lives there with her husband and three daughters. Originally built as a school, even after the renovation the residence's still got some raw and unfinished areas left. Original cultural heritage from 1893. Even though the walls are in the typical Scandinavian white, there is no unpersonal feeling of a clinic, thanks to the paintings and artwork allover the place. The perfect mix-and-match of vintage, rawness and design shoots this interior up on my list of inspiration.

Sköna Hem was een naam die ik veel voorbij zag vliegen, maar waar ik me nooit verder in verdiept heb. Ja, laat mij de cone of shame (Up!) maar dragen. Inmiddels heb ik dit Scandinavische design tijdschrift van voor tot achteren uitgeplozen en ontdekte ik de fantastische styling en fotografie van dit prachtige huis in Oslo.

Kunstenares Maria Øverbye heeft dit authentieke stulpje geheel gerenoveerd, met wat hulp van manlief en drie dochters. Ooit functioneerden de ruimtes als schoollokalen en sommige muren en hoekjes van het huis zijn geheel intact gebleven. Dit is typisch zo'n huis waar je doorheen loopt en ergens in je achterhoofd een lessenaar op een schoolbord hoort tikken. Cultureel erfgoed, all the way from 1893. Het kenmerkende Scandinavische minimalisme wat het design tegenwoordig geheel heeft opgeslokt is duidelijk aanwezig. Toch maakt de hoeveelheid wit het huis niet tot een klinisch, kil ziekenhuis, maar meer tot een rustgevend geheel. De persoonlijke details, de perfecte mix van vintage, design en een rauw randje promoveren dit interieur tot nummer 1 op mijn inspiratie-lijstje.

WORDS | Serendipity

FRESH FINDS | Fashionblogs

Angelica Blick | Angelicablick.se
Angelica is probably not the freshest find of this list, but certainly here to stay. Her casual attitude, loose hair and brilliant sunglasses are key-items of every look. This girl got it. Angelica's style is often maritime, with big blue coats and off-white knits, other times more boyish, styled with cool leather jackets and checked blouses. An allrounder in fashion, that's for sure!
Arizka Sehoko | Devil in the Detail
'The most courageous act is still to think for yourself. Aloud.' And that is what Arizka Sehoko does. Feminine, sophisticated looks topped off with a scent of boyish cool. Loads of bright colours, awkward lengths, high heels and a sniff of grunge.
Iina | Pure Love
The girl next door who prefers cheap above designer, neutrals above brights and boots above sandals. With a love for oversized sweaters, I absolutely share the nevermind-attitude Iina spreads. We also have several H&M items in common, and I like to see how she combines them. Besides that, who wouldn't fall for her Weekday booties?
Marcella | Fashion Distraction
Marcella likes to wear things a bit upstyle, in contradiction with the blogs above. The details in her outfits are always unique and outstanding, styled from head to toe. The influences of the citylife are noticeable in every item, from florals to studs and giant sunglasses. And yes, this girl likes them short (but chic).
Charlie May | Girl a la Mode
I might be wrong, but I guess Charlie May could be the shy one of these five. Her pictures emit a certain inconvenience. Always smiling, but not with the confidence you see in the blogosphere. Maybe that is the reason I like Charlie May most. Her outfits are clean and simple with loads of whites and neutrals - perfect for spring!

INSPIRATION | Detroit Ruins

ph / Yves Marchand and Romain Meffre

Dazed Digital caught my eye with a breathtaking exhibition of photographs from the duo Yves Marchand and Romain Meffre, considering the decomposition of the once so lovely city Detroit. As I am not that into glamourous ballrooms and shiny ceilings, I might even like the current state of neglect better then the originals. Especially the colours are so pale, wonderful pastels what once were bright purple and green. The images shot are from several places throughout Detroit, the Lee Plaza Hotel and Adams Theater for example.

"Ruins are the visible symbols and landmarks of our societies and their changes are small pieces of history in suspension. There is nothing more exciting than visiting something mysterious like a derelict castle or an abandoned theatre. As we explore deeper into the ruins the journey raises ideas and questions and we learn about architecture, society and history. What is interesting for us is the confrontation between the ideas embodied in the architecture, such as optimism, power, belief, creation and fantasy and the transformation into ruin, the end of the cycle. This change is very powerful. Ruins are a spectacular demonstration of our nature and its paradoxes, our ability to create and self-destruct."

Want to read more about this style of architecture and photography?
INTERIOR | Alexandre Herchcovitch
ART | The desert took my home

RUNWAY | Neil Barrett

ph / style.com

"It's like taking XXXL men's sizes and cutting them back onto girls," Neil Barrett explained the oversized coats and supersized silhouettes. He did the best job he could designing my autumn wardrobe. Seriously, this man is the better half of my creative thoughts. I am a big fan of his sober colours, cape-like dresses and strong cut. A sniff of sports and sweatshirts translated into a sophisticated pair of pants, the classic biker jacket in a new, fancier material, the ponyhair details. Jawdropping amazing. Curious to see more?

FILM | Summer with dark edges

Hogben and Pugh. Truly an inspiring pair of artists working together to create a combined work of art. Even though this is the Gareth Pugh S/S 2011 campaign of last year, it gives anybody an instant boost for this summer yet to come. The first rays of sun hit me, but the raw, dark edge Hogben gave this video appeals to me as well. Multiplying, blurry vision, perfect accompanying music and powerful women, this duo creates a strong arty vision. Next up is a 3D-film?