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the 18th district: October 2012

Wednesday, October 31, 2012

JUMP IN !

 Sweatshirts are back into fashion and fashion girls are now rocking the branded versions from Kenzo to Mango (like the one I'm wearing). This fashion turn that takes our coziest couch-ware outdoors definitely has my vote ;)  
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Friday, October 26, 2012

PERFECT MACARONS

Macarons are coming back into fashion in a big way. Everyone is talking about this sweet little confectionery and the most famous macarons might be those from Pierre Hermé and Ladurée (I absolutely adore the macarons from Ladurée). After flipping through a wonderful french cook book, I came up with the idea of baking these mouth-watering little cookies at home. 
Carefully follow the recipe for perfect macarons that will wow your guests;)
PS: Those sweet little macarons are also very nutritious! An average sized macaron gives you almost 97 calories, and that's for the size of 2.5cm diameter per piece ;) 

RECIPE
Equipment
kitchen scale
electric mixer 
piping bag 
baking sheet 

Ingredients (for 20 macarons)
1 egg white
10g superfine (castor) sugar 
75g powdered sugar 
45g finely ground almonds
food coloring paste


1. Beat egg white in the bowl until whites are foamy; beat in the granulated sugar and continue beating until egg whites are glossy, fluffy and beat in the powdered sugar (in 3 small quantities). 
2. Add the food coloring paste. 
3. Fold the grounded almonds into the egg whites.
4. Spoon a small amount of batter into a piping bag (or into a small plastic bag with a small corner cut off ) and pipe a test disk of batter, about 1 1/2 - 2 cm in diameter onto the prepared baking sheet. If the disk of batter holds a peak of flattening immediately, gently fold the batter a few more times and retest.
5. When batter is mixed enough to flatten immediately into an even disk, spoon the batter into the piping bag and pipe the perfect batter onto the baking sheet in rounds, leaving space between the disks. 
6. Let the piped cookies stand out at room temperature for about 30 minutes. 
7. Preheat the oven to 140 degrees (circulating air).
8. Bake the cookies for about 12-14 minutes, until set but not browned. 
9. Let your cookies cool completely before filling.
The Filling
Ingredients for the Ganache: 
50g white or dark chocolate 
15 - 20g fat-reduced cream

1. Chop the chocolate into small pieces so it melts evenly
2. Bring the fat-reduced cream to boil 
3. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate combine using a whisk. Allow to cool.
4. Add the flavour wanted (I used citron, cherry brandy, rose water) 

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Thursday, October 25, 2012

I'm so 1sty

 Graphic prints on t-shirts are absolutely en vogue at the moment, another trend I totally love ;) I combined the anniversary t-shirt of 1st Magazin by Thomas Kirchgrabner with my classic Burberry trench coat and burgundy leather pants. 
 
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Sunday, October 21, 2012

WEDGE SNEAKERS


Let's talk about wedge sneakers today. Isabel Marant kicked off this trend a few seasons ago with these futuristic-looking sneakers, which have been spotted on everyone from Miranda Kerr to Alicia Keys.
Since then, many other brands have come out with their own version of the wedge sneaker. ASH, Marc Jacobs, Giuseppe Zanotti, Chloe, only to name a few. I love my sister's Isabel Marant-like sneakers and borrowed them. They are comfortable, easy to combine with and perfect for every day life. Well, I'm definitely going to buy them, hope I'll find the Isabel Marant Bekett in blue/red for winter:) 
I'm dying to know: Are you Guys wearing these? Would you ? 
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Saturday, October 20, 2012

LUCKY WINNER - 200 FANS GIVEAWAY

Hi Guys! 
The random generator picked Conny (Conny Sammer - cornelia.sammer@web.de) as the lucky winner of the 200 fans - giveaway ! Congrats!
Have a wonderful Saturday!
PS: new post will be online tomorrow ;) 

xxx
Q.F 


Thursday, October 18, 2012

BORDEAUX - MY NEW LOVE

 Pieces in the new trend color bordeaux definitely are another must-have for this season and I'm totally into this trend. My new beanie and scarf in this wonderful wine-red color are my most favourite accessories at the moment.
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Sunday, October 14, 2012

LEATHER PANTS

 Leather Pants are another must-have trend this autumn/winter season.
 Do you like this trend?  
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Friday, October 12, 2012

AUTUMN IS HERE

Autumn has finally arrived in Vienna, time to wear more layers and warmer outfits. Fur in all variations definitely is a must-have for the season, as we could see on the catwalks in Paris, New York and Milan.
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Sunday, October 07, 2012

WONDERFUL SATURDAY


 I love to spent my weekends together with wonderful friends and my family. I chose this outfit for something I would call a coffee shop-rally with my friends ;) 
Have a wonderful Sunday! 
P.S: A hat would be a great choice for today's cilly and damp autumn weather in Vienna ;)
P.P.S: Don't forget to take part in my GIVEAWAY! You can win a wonderful bracelet ;)

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Saturday, October 06, 2012

200 FANS GIVEAWAY

200 FANS ON MY FACEBOOK PAGE !
THANK YOU

! win this THE18THDISTRICT bracelet !
My dear readers, you make this blog successful and I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart and with this GIVEAWAY! 
how to win:
  • leave a comment with your name & email address until the 12th of October 
  • make sure you like my FACEBOOK PAGE
  • (no double comments etc.)
  • winners will be chosen by chance


GOOD LUCK AND THANK YOU

 

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Friday, October 05, 2012

AUTUMN / WINTER BRACELET COLLECTION

HI GUYS !
 FROM TODAY MY AUTUMN/WINTER BRACELET COLLECTION IS AVAILABLE IN MY ONLINE STORE! 
HOPE YOU LIKE IT !
xoxo
Q.F
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Thursday, October 04, 2012

THE BASEBALL CAP

It is getting colder outside and the time for boots starts. I decided to dress down this classy outtfit with my studded boots and a baseball cap.
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Monday, October 01, 2012

IN KARL I TRUST

 
Last Saturday I spent a  wonderful shopping day in Udine. I chose a classy and chic outfit, my new Chanel inspired coat in combination with casual jeans shorts.  
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