These girls have been my inspiration forever. Ever since Full House the Olsen charm had me. They are adorable, fashionable and extremely smart. They turned their fame into two major fashion labels that are respected by many important people. Even though they're twins, they are extremely individual. While Ashley is more classy and chic, Mary-Kate always had a certain grunge and rock n' roll chic going on. She's always been the cheekier one of the two. They are known for their undone/done hair looks, grungy make up, nude lips and oversized glasses and bags. In the last years they became very minimalistic in their looks, which reflects their fashion brands The Row and Elizabeth & James. They  even won CFA's for their outstanding performances in fashion. It is safe to say that the Olsens are still one of the most important people in fashion and also the most influential.

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Unbenannt #125 by eleanorjcstyle featuring a fedora hat

Over-knee. Where should I start? It is probably my all time favorite trend. I mean first they are super sexy, second they make your outfit pop and third they are probably THE trend this winter. 

For me this trend is completely versatile, yes they are sexy, but they can totally look cute. I personally prefer them with no heel just because I think it's less offensive compared to the ones with heels. I love wearing them with skirts and knitted sweaters or simple with skinny jeans and a shirt. I think they make your outfit special and are definitely a staple for winter.

If you cannot afford the super expensive versions from Stuart Weitzman or Christian Louboutin don't worry! From ASOS to Zara there are many high street brands who have great cheaper versions!

Unbenannt #123 by eleanorjcstyle featuring a black crewneck sweater

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Okay. I think everyone got the memo that the Balmain x H&M dropped today and it is no wonder that everything sold out within around two hours. But why is that designer meets H&M collection always such a world wide phenomenon? Well every girl and as of today also a lot men loves a bit of designer in their life and like me, the average girl, cannot afford getting designer pieces on a daily basis. I think H&M is playing with that, plus I also think designers want to make themselves more approachable with collaborations like that. Everyone knows the Swedish retailer. I think this years collaboration was not only attractive because of the designer appeal but also because Olivier Rousteing is an extremely young designer and likes hanging out with the social media generation of models, such as Gigi Hadid, Jourdan Dunn or Kendall Jenner. These girls are not only mega models but also inspirations to many million of girls and young adults. They are in TV every day, post pictures on their Instagram profile where millions of people see their latest posts. I think H&M and Rousteing were extremely smart by doing this collab. Rousteing's designs are extremely high end and cost around 7000 Dollars if not more but also the fact that girls that buy at H&M are usually fans of those named models, which makes it extremely easy to hype the collection. I think I've never seen so many adds before for a H&M collaboration like this year. No show was as talked about as this one. Olivier is not only designer but also a star himself. So high five to all the marketing and pr people behind this collab because you obviously did a great job.

Talking about the actual collection my thoughts are divided. I have to say I like some pieces a lot, others not so much. They are very artsy, no question and also 100 per cent Balmain. BUT when can you actually wear a pink full on glitter dress? We don't all live in LA or New York or Paris where these looks are seen on a daily basis. To be honest if I were to wear this said dress everyone would look at me weirdly here in Zurich. Another big BUT for me is the prices. I know it's designer, I know it's peanuts compared to Balmain's regular collection but it is still H&M and I have a big problem with that. I don't see the sense in buying a dress for 700 Dollars, which is a Balmain x H&M collab dress. It is still H&M, like said before. I'm not going to lie, I do own some quite expensive stuff and I feel extremely honoured to own things like that but for me shopping isn't just about spending money (Which is by the way the feeling you get while shopping for this collection). For me shopping is about the feeling, the looking, the trying on, the thinking with what other staples in your closet this new dress or bag would look good with. Especially if I buy something expensive. I have to say I'd rather spend 700 Dollars on something that I had the pleasure of a nice shopping trip than a dress I had to almost fight for with some other chick. 

I was at the (supposed) VIP pre shopping event yesterday and it was fun. I still had to stand in line and people were still fighting like something was for free but it overall was a fun experience. But no, I didn't get anything because of the reasons mentioned above. I think it is okay to love these collections and I do own stuff from Alexander Wang x H&M last year or the Jimmy Choo one a few years back but this year I decided not to. I think Balmain is also not really my taste. I think, like I said, it is really artsy and beautifully made and looks absolutely perfect on girls like the Kardashian's or Gigi. It is too sparkly and too extravagant for my liking. I knew I wouldn't wear it a lot anyway.

I still decided to pick a few of the pieces I liked from the collection and put together some looks for those who bought some stuff. Also pictures from the event last night - I already apologise I look horrendous. 

Unbenannt #120 by eleanorjcstyle featuring a genuine leather purse

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Unbenannt #114 by eleanorjcstyle featuring a leopard purse

Unbenannt #113 by eleanorjcstyle featuring a merino sweater

Unbenannt #112 by eleanorjcstyle featuring a brown skirt

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Men pay attention! Let me present you my future husband Harry Styles... He should be your inspiration when it comes to style right now. His name is Styles and with him that name is what you get. His trademark brands are Saint Laurent, Gucci and Louis Vuitton; he wears Tom Ford perfume and his hair is his most popular fashion statement. He makes weird clothes look sexy and makes pink on a man hot af. Everything he wears comes straight from the runway, which makes it extremely hard to get your hands on the stuff as it isn't even in stores yet. I must admit I have more than just a minor crush on him and I'm proud of it. His accent makes him even more handsome. I love that he isn't the stereo type kind of guy and loves to take risks with fashion. He is very confident without being cocky, successful but humble but also sexy but still extremely witty and charming. He thinks he is funny, which he's not but that makes him even better. He loves his fans, friends and family. He is often portrayed as a womanizer, which makes me angry. He is nice and polite to everyone and I don't think that is really something wrong. 

He loves women for sure but that doesn't make him a womanizer. He is also very protective over his sister, which is extremely adorable. 

His tattoos give him a certain edge and I must say this man is probably everything someone wants in one. People want to see him as a bad boy but let's face it he is just a little cupcake with an extreme sense of fashion.

Pictures: google and vogue.fr

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Animal prints always have been something I really enjoyed. The leo Louis Vuitton scarf has been one of my staples for fall and winter for over 3 years now and I still consider it one of my favorite pieces in my wardrobe. 

Animal prints, especially leopard patterns, are everywhere this season. It feels like every brand, whether its high end or designer has them in their newest collection. Especially Saint Laurent is really going for the leopard patterns this year but also Christian Louboutin really goes with the flow and designed his amazing So Kate pumps in the trendy leopard pattern. 

Dolce & Gabbana were probably one of the firsts though when it came to bringing out leopard patterns. They designed daring blouses and dresses for confident and sexy women. These days brands like Topshop are also joining the leopard team and making it more commercial. For me a leopard pattern is best worn with black and white. Simple and classy. I like to wear one leopard item with a wow effect and then be subtle with the rest of the outfit. It makes it cool, sexy but also edgy, which I love. The combination leather and leopard is also something I adore. I find it just perfect for fall and winter. 

I'm in Ibiza at the moment writing this article by the pool with a view on the ocean. Yes, life is nice. Nevertheless, I thought to give you a little overview of my stay here in Ibiza so far as this island offers so much more than just parties, you can eat deliciously good and chill out in cute beach clubs during the day. 

Restaurants

When we arrived we had dinner at Blue Marlin - a restaurant, bar and beach club. The food is really good but pricey. I had a a so called "BMI" Thai Salad with beet tataki and tempura prawns. It was excellent. The vibe is really cool there as well. There is music playing and some people dancing, which makes it have a bit of a club feeling.

Another good restaurant we visited was Las Brisas. A very unknown restaurant here in Ibiza but such a lovely place. It is right on top of the ocean so you have a phenomenal view. I had homemade spinach and ricotta ravioli and they were amazing. The people are really nice there as well and I would definitely recommend this place for the lovebirds out there. It is really romantic and quiet. 

My favorite so far was the restaurant b.for. It is a sushi restaurant and the location is great and the food amazing. Even for people like me who don't eat raw fish! I had tempura chicken, vegetable gyosa and avocado and cucumber maki rolls and for desert Nutella maki rolls (they are the bomb!!). The personnel is really attentive and fast. They also have a big drinks menu. The location is great too. It has a very bar vibe and the tables are really lowm which makes it very chilled and relaxed. I was very surprised by the prices, for what we ate and drank it was not expensive at all. I think it's a must place to go when you visit Ibiza. 

Beach Club

We went to Blue Marlin again but this time during the day. We rented a beach bed and hung out there the whole afternoon. It is really great. You can order food, drinks, basically everything you want. There is music playing and when it gets later in the afternoon people start dancing and it changes into a day party. It is not cheap but I think ok for the things you get. The food is very good. I had a cheeseburger and we shared some Mezze and loads of other stuff. The best thing though is there variety of Sangrias. We chose the one with Rosé and it is literally the best sangria I ever had. So fruity and delicious and not too much alcohol considering you're drinking it during the day. I wouldn't go there every day but if you want to have a change in scenery once, I would definitely recommend it.

Of course we weren't every where yet and won't be able to visit all the cool places as there are just too many. I think you can visit Ibiza and don't spend too much when you don't go to fancy places every day. We're lucky that my friends dad owns a house here where we could spend our days and we don't need to go out every day. Therefore you can really choose were you want to go.