Author: Barbora

Slovakia-born, Toronto-dwelling fashion lover. A fashion consultant, freelance writer, red carpet reporter and the creator behind ChiChi.

Overcoming postpartum depression

I’m grateful to be a mother. I love my baby girl more than it is possible to describe, however, my journey into motherhood was not as smooth as I expected (you can read about my infertility struggles here). It’s not easy to write about this but I feel like talking about it is therapeutic. After… Continue reading Overcoming postpartum depression

The intimate life of Audrey Hepburn on display in Brussels

1991 May, Vanity Fair shoot, signed on back "for Audrey, a dream come true for me Steven"

It’s difficult to imagine someone so poised and so elegant existing in this age of oversharing. Those huge eyes, arched brows, exquisite neck, impossibly high cheekbones and the perfect ’60s crop… There was something so gracefully beautiful about her, not to mention her incredible intellect and compassion. I wanted to look like her, to talk like… Continue reading The intimate life of Audrey Hepburn on display in Brussels

Keep it cool: Linen makes comeback

For me, nothing says summer like linen does. I know what you are you thinking: isn’t linen for middle aged ladies? Is it worth making friends with the trickiest of fabrics? When it comes to summer dressing this year, it’s all about raw, natural fabrics and linen is one of the world’s oldest fabrics dating back… Continue reading Keep it cool: Linen makes comeback

MY ESSENTIALS FOR BABY’S FIRST MONTH

If you’re expecting, you’ve definitely started thinking about all the baby essentials you’ll need in the upcoming weeks and months. Some things are obvious – clothing, a crib, diapers – but others are easier to overlook. And it’s not always easy to tell the nice-to-haves from the essentials. Below is my ultimate cheat-sheet of everything… Continue reading MY ESSENTIALS FOR BABY’S FIRST MONTH

Car REVIEW: Mercedes-Benz C 300 4MATIC Wagon

There’s a perception that the best cars for moms, and families, are minivans and SUVs. As a person that cares about what I drive, I say not necessarily. When I was given the opportunity for an extended test drive of the new Mercedes-Benz C 300 4MATIC Wagon, I was so excited! This car turns heads… Continue reading Car REVIEW: Mercedes-Benz C 300 4MATIC Wagon

MISS SLOVENSKO 2019 Frederika Kurtulíková: Stojím nohami pevne na zemi

Od najstarších čias je inšpiráciou a múzou. K R Á S A. Pre každého znamená niečo iné. Je skrytá v ľudských životoch, tvárach, nedokonalostiach, má miliardy rôznych podôb. Tá fyzická je prvá, ktorú si všimneme, no pravá krása ženy je v jej nežnosti, ženskosti, čistote a láskavosti. Pridajte si k tomu inteligenciu, rozhľadenosť a úprimnosť, a… Continue reading MISS SLOVENSKO 2019 Frederika Kurtulíková: Stojím nohami pevne na zemi

Newborn photography: Capturing the beauty of new life

Your family is forever changed when you welcome a new baby into the world and you cannot turn back time and recapture those adorable moments from the first few weeks of life. The newborn days are so precious, yet so fleeting. You forget how baby’s head fit neatly into the palm of your hand and… Continue reading Newborn photography: Capturing the beauty of new life

My Infertility Story: You’re not alone

It’s almost Mother’s Day, a well-deserved celebration of all the sacrifices mothers make, all of the love, time and energy that they give of themselves. For me, this year’s celebration holds even more importance. After struggling to get pregnant for years, I will never forget the moment I first held my daughter in my arms.… Continue reading My Infertility Story: You’re not alone

LIFE WITH A BABY – Choosing a stroller

Choosing the perfect stroller can be very intimidating, especially if you’re newbies at parenting. It is one of the most important decision that new parents have to make. After all, it’s the child’s only form of transportation. As a first time mom, and a mom of a preemie on top of it, I wasn’t sure… Continue reading LIFE WITH A BABY – Choosing a stroller