Happy Monday! Last week, after I came back from the Maldives, I immediately had to pack my bags for another cool trip, this time to Istanbul. I was very excited, because the only time I had visited this beautiful city was years ago.
Istanbul was decorated with lots of lights, which gave me a holiday feeling. There were so many great pieces in stores for the holiday season. Every year I easily get caught up in a new glittery dress, resulting in a whole rack of pieces that I only wear once, or at most, twice. It made me think about a new metric: cost per wear. Ouch!
Don’t get me wrong… there’s nothing wrong with treating yourself to special-occasion pieces, but I have now decided to avoid buying items for special occasions when I already know I won’t be wearing them often afterwards.
Together with one of my favorite fashion brands, Reiss, I created this Christmas story in Istanbul and I think it is save to say that the pieces I’ve picked out are justified to splurge your hard-earned cash on.
The black jumpsuit is timeless and very wearable during the year, because you can easily dress it up or down. Still, it definitely is a showstopper that is just perfect for the upcoming holiday season.
I paired the jumpsuit with a pair of black suede heels. I love the golden details on the heel and most importantly, they are super comfortable to wear.
To complete the outfit I combined it with this soft pink faux fur coat. The coat keeps you warm in Winter, but due to the color it is also very wearable in Fall and Spring.
I hope this gives you some inspiration for your Holiday outfit. Can’t wait to hear what you are wearing this holiday season!
LOCATION // Istanbul
CAMERA // All pictures are made with the Canon 750D + Lens: 18-135mm & 50 mm F1.4
DETAILS //
Essen Jumpsuit by REISS
Alba Faux Fur Coat by REISS
Marly heels by REISS
AND A THOUSAND WORDS 
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Obsessed with shoes!
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Oh wow I love all of the items here. The photos are so perfect. Gemma xx
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Merel, you look absolutely amazing and HOt at the same time!!! Gorgeous look! Happy Monday!
Much love, Len
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Fabulous. Especially loving those boots! Haven’t purchased anything from Reiss yet but one day I will 🙂
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This definitely gives my some holiday inspiration! You look amazing and incredibly chic! Love the touch of gold on those shoes!
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This is such a stylish outfit…I love everything about it! Beautiful photos!
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Super cute! loves those boots
xo
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Great pics! I love your fur coat and the boots are TDF!!!!
Kisses, Paola.
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Yes this black jumpsuit is timeless!! Love the coat paired with look, it makes you more in a party vibes! Have a nice day x
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Love your boots & fur coat!
Marianna
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Hi Merel,
what can I say? 🙂 I am positive surprised by your beautiful holiday outfit! I love all the details like the delicate jewelry and the heels of your shoes. You look so gorgeous and I like your style very much! I have never been to Istanbul, but your look seems to be perfect for a glamorous city like Istanbul. For this holiday season I am also wearing a black piece. You combined your black jumpsuit very nice with the golden jewelry. I like it 🙂 It looks very fashionable!
Thank you for sharing, Merel :-*
Have a great day,
Jasmin
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the fur is wonderful but it is complete in even more
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So elegant and nice lovation shoot.
Xo, Christianne
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You are absolutely stunning! Adore your top!
xo
Siffat
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Amazing look especially Reiss boots. Likeee
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I love your shoes and coat. very put together look. Love it
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Hope you had fun in the Maldives! What an incredible place to visit! Love this outfit as well – the combination of all black with a camel color coat is absolutely perfect.
Rae | Love from Berlin
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i love the jumpsuit..you look super cute!
love from India.
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Your jumpsuit is a wonderful and very elegant piece!
xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
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You are now in Instanbul, that is so awesome. I love the lace detail on the jumpsuit and the suede boots are totally a stunner.
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Merel, you look stunning! I adore your fur coat and those boots are just stunning! Enjoy your stay in Istanbul; I can’t wait to see more pics!
XO,
Jalisa
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I’m actually going to stop by istanbul on my way to Paris, does it feel dangerous there?
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I love this outfit! I really like how you wore a jumpsuit, it’s so different. I agree with you about the whole cost per wear dilemma. It’s always better to find versatile things you can wear more than once. Great outfit!
~Andrea Tiffany~
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Such a classy look and agree that a black jumpsuit is perfect for both dressing up or down! You look amazing!
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You look so beautiful! I love how you kept your fur the statement piece as it truly is the star of your look. The detail on the back of your boots is incredible. I love little details like that that take something normal and make it special. Have so much fun in Istanbul! Can’t wait to see your pictures.
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The whole look is great, but the heels are particularly spectacular. I went to the Maldives a couple months ago and plan on visiting Istanbul some time next year.
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Total show stopper pieces! I love those heels! And that coat is major.
Amy Ann
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