OSLOSTIL (Archive)

Oslostil moves to Oslostil.com

2006-12-01T17:32:00.001+01:00

From today we will be Oslostil.com hope to see you all there!

Oslostil team

Asle (23)-Oslo

2006-11-30T13:14:00.000+01:00

"I'm inspired by Lucinda Williams - the drunken angel laying on a gravel road."

Photo-Kirsti Irgens Ertsås

Hanne (21) and Ida (21)-Oslo

2006-11-30T13:10:00.000+01:00

Photo-Kirsti Irgens Ertsås

Katrine (25)-Oslo

2006-11-30T13:06:00.000+01:00

"I've knitted the scarf myself."

Photo-Kirsti Irgens Ertsås

Nike SB launch at BLÅ-Oslo

2006-11-23T01:17:00.000+01:00

*marius

Scandinavian interests

2006-11-21T16:10:00.000+01:00

Our friends at Lifeiscarbon has written a short article about Oslostil and how much they love Scandinavian street style.

We embrace them for that, and love their site which we find really informational and up to date on Scandinavian art, design and culture.

As you can see from our sidebar Oslostil also appears regularly in lifeiscarbons sidebar feature together with other Scandinavian streetstyle blogs.

Oslostil in Costume

2006-11-21T12:41:00.000+01:00

Even though London has thousands of fashion magazines, the Norwegian ones seems to be hard to get a hold of.

I found this Costume article through my friend Agathe's blog stylebytes.net which by the way also features in the Elle article 'Fashion scouts' with Oslostil this month.

For me it's just mindblowing to get mentioned in big fashion magazines I look up to, like Elle and Costume. As a result of that certain informal obligations appear, or to put it in another way; People expect updates and a certain quality, which is perfectly understandable.

Recently I´ve received some rather unpleasant emails which amongst others told me that Oslostil didn't deserve to be called a fashion blog. Just to answer that question, I like to say that my intention behind Oslostil was first and foremost very personal. Also it allowed me to have fun exploring the Oslo identity and style as a summer project.

However I have to be honest and say that this experience has been a good thing for me, cause it has forced me to think about Oslostil as a thing I want to develop further and do to serve you.

Together with Lukas I've soon managed to design and programme a webpage without any particular skills within that profession to start with. It's beginningg to look good and I cant wait to launch it. There will also be other features in addition to the streetpictures that will appear as soon as we have worked it through.

I look forward to getting my Christmas break now, so I can come back and capture Oslo citizens all wrapped up in beautiful layers of stylish warmth.

-Hilde

Sorry guys.

2006-11-19T08:56:00.000+01:00

we sincerely apologise for the lack of updates.

please stay with us, it will all change soon.

we are working on a big surprice, which is just around the corner.

:D

*marius

Rock n' Roll never goes out of fashion-London

2006-11-15T15:32:00.000+01:00

These two Red Star Rebels band members where standing on the street corner properly hung over, but nevertheless looking extremely cool. According to Ex-Guns n' Roses member Gilby Clarke, the lads know how put on a real show "...It's the real deal, f**ing Rock n' Roll man!". We wouldn't doubt it for a second.

NationalTeateret - Oslo

2006-11-15T00:03:00.001+01:00

*Marius

Yvan- Oslo

2006-11-13T18:21:00.000+01:00

Spent this rainy cold day, walking around showing Yvan the streets of Oslo.

-Marius

Finally it reached London

2006-11-07T14:29:00.000+01:00

I was so happy when I got to my mailbox today, to have your first publication in a big fashion magazine like ELLE is amazing!

'Cold is here'-London

2006-11-07T11:46:00.000+01:00

We have had very pleasant temperatures here in London this year. We've literally been able to just wear a t-shirt up until about a week ago. But now winter has definitely made it's entrance, it's freezing cold,but that doesn't stop people from dressing up. It just means more layers for us to love.

Saturday night People - Oslo

2006-11-06T12:42:00.000+01:00

*marius

Creme and black-London

2006-11-02T15:04:00.000+01:00

Team up-London

2006-11-02T14:53:00.000+01:00

I've got a third part engaged in Oslostil, so now there's two guys and me working on this project.

Lukas was out the other day and shot these two guys on the streets, the one below was an artist with these really cool pants. You have the very typical London guy on the top.

The Scandinavians are rocking it-London;

2006-10-27T12:12:00.000+02:00

A sweetheart from Finland and a Dane in London can just not go wrong!

Adam and Kelly-London;

2006-10-27T12:05:00.000+02:00

Is been a while since I got here, and I have to admit that things have been a bit crazy over here. First of all, London moves so much faster than Oslo, so I have to work different from what Im used to.

I like to have a chat with people I photograph and explain what, and who Im taking pictures for etc. But there are not so much time for that, as the people passing by gets annoyed of people stopping up the sidewalk traffic.

I'll do my best to ajust, and present the London spirit through my photographs. I think this couple was nice to start on with, they where so nice and smiling and gave me a smooth start.

-Hilde

rock and polka dots - Oslo

2006-10-24T21:30:00.000+02:00

Yvonne likes rock and roll, polka dots and converse allstars.

Vintage shoppers - Oslo

2006-10-24T17:02:00.000+02:00

Kari and Andreo was browsing through one of the vintage stores at Grûnerløkka and I asked if i could take their picture. Even though its getting colder, some people still manage to pull off great autumn looks and put on a smile- like these two.

Up and running

2006-10-19T10:55:00.000+02:00

Marius got back his camera so you can expect more frequently updates here on Oslostil.

Apparently it is a lot of rain in Oslo at the moment, but that doesn't keep our citizens from dressing impeccably cool.

Steve-London

2006-10-13T16:53:00.000+02:00

Oslostil.com

2006-10-13T10:59:00.000+02:00

I just wanted to let you know that I've been busy designing Oslostil.com this week,its getting there so hopefully it will be up and running soon.

This has naturally prevented me from taking street pictures which is not good, but I promise to make it up for you in the next couple of days.

Hilde

Good news

2006-10-07T22:07:00.000+02:00

The Lovely pictures I recieved was from Marius.

I met Marius a couple of weeks ago before I left Oslo, he agreed to help me out with Oslostil while I had to go back to my studies in London.

He's going to take pictures from Oslo while I'm posting from London. Double fun for you guys!

Hilde

"You shall love your neighbor as yourself"

2006-10-04T13:42:00.000+02:00

When I was little I had an invisible friend called Pøbor that always helped me out whenever I had difficulties, or were in some kind of trouble. As I grew older, he left me for someone else, I guess. Or exchanged me for a younger model maybe?!

II haveve missed Pøbor ever since, cause I don't feel that the problems you face in life get any easier as you grow older, I would say rather the opposite.

My point in this story is that, the other dareceivedeved some pictures from a secret agent/friend in Oslo. I felt that what this particular agent/friend did, similarular to what Pøbor did for me when I was little.

Helping me without expecting anything in return. So for you guys that have missed updates here on Oslostil (thanks to my friend whom I at some other point will introduce you to) Here is two lovely pictures from the streets of Oslo.

And since I have a more stable internet access from today onward. You can expect to see updates from the streets of London pretty soon as well.

Hilde

Oslo/London for a while

2006-09-25T14:23:00.000+02:00

Today is my last day in Oslo for a while. I'm still trying to find out how I'm going to do it with Oslostil while I'm in London, but I guess you don't mind if I post some London pics at Oslostil in the future?!...

When I see pictures like this captured by the Sartorialist, in London. I look very much forward to continue my 'street photographing' there. I wish to explore and bring the London style to you, seen through my eyes.

But I must say I leave Oslo with a heavy heart, cause I think that I have captured some of it's true spirit throughout this summer, running my project Oslostil. And in some way I feel that I'm letting you down by moving.

I promise to make it up for you cause I have a number of great Ideas and plans. One thing that I really need is a graphic designer/programmer. So If you are out there (preferably based in either Oslo or London) and think it could be interesting to be a part of building up Oslostil.com just contact me at oslostil@epost.no for further information.

I'm also in dialog with one of Norways biggest newspapers Dagbladet about maybe doing something for them- so cross your fingers for me! I just have to thank every single one of you for being so supportive and I hope that you will keep visiting oslostil.blogspot.com.

There will be a 3 page spread about blogging in the next issue of Norwegian Elle, and I will be in it...So hit the newsstand in mid October. I will keep you updated on that one.

Lots of Love
Hilde

Picture; The Sartorialist

Sorry guys

2006-09-23T13:29:00.000+02:00

Sorry for the lack of updates lately. It's caused by restructuring of Oslostil, because I'm moving back to London....But I'm not going to leave you and there's exiting things to come. In the meantime check out all the other exiting streetblogs in the link section.

Hilde

Oslostil ala Hel Looks

2006-09-21T16:33:00.000+02:00

It's not hard to see that their favorite street blog is Hel looks, and its so fun how streetfashion can be a global inspiration for people.

Did Punk ever die?

2006-09-21T16:03:00.000+02:00

Because I was to young at the time, I unfortunately missed the original punk movement here in Norway, but my sister pretty much was the queen of punk.

Just observing the original culture was maybe a good thing, cause my sister will never touch a can of hairspray, old dirty t-shirts or leather jackets again.

Perfect; Gimle Kino

2006-09-19T21:00:00.000+02:00

It was really funny cause Line and her friend was out street casting for another thing and actually approached me before I made it to them. We both spotted each other in other words. I love the jacket-sneakers combination it makes the classic 'chic' look so ease.

Fredrik; Atmosfar, Skovveien.

2006-09-19T20:41:00.000+02:00

Jeanette; Skovveien

2006-09-19T20:32:00.000+02:00

Jeanette works as a freelance stylist, we ended up having an interesting talk about Norwegian streetstyle and fashion in general. She has lived in London for four years and I can see a bit of 'London' in her style, one thing we both agreed on is that boots never goes out of fashion, they really can rock up an outfit.

Lost but not forgot; OFW

2006-09-19T00:00:00.000+02:00

The other day I got a reminder because of a comment I got here on Oslostil from Erlend. I thought I'd seen this guy before or taken his picture or something like that, so I searched through all of my oslostil pictures, and there between them I found him.

I don't know how I forgot this one, because that scarf is exactly like my favorite scarf during kindergarten. And Erlend was such a sweet guy!

Hege;

2006-09-16T02:09:00.000+02:00

Feminine layering

2006-09-13T20:44:00.000+02:00

The photographer

2006-09-12T18:26:00.000+02:00

Gotta love him!

Sanaz; Frongnerveien

2006-09-11T13:23:00.000+02:00

She was smilingly bouncing down the street today, and had this amazing energy so I couldn't let her get away.

When we started talking she told me that she designs fur vests (as the one in the picture) so I predict you will see more of this girl in the near future.

She gets her inspiration from traveling and from her Persian/Indian background, the idea behind the fur vests (made of rabbit and sheep) came out of one of her mom's old jackets which were possible to wear inside out, very practical and smart.

So all in all it was worth the effort getting out today, despite feeling like my head got stuck in a bowl.

-Hilde

Bettina; Bygdøy alle

2006-09-11T13:18:00.000+02:00

And I didn't have to go very far to find this gorgeous girl either. Love the combination of the H&M dress and the Marc Jacobs shoes, and the earrings just speak for themselves.

The stylist; Bygdøy alle

2006-09-11T13:08:00.000+02:00

I crawled myself out of bed with fever and a drippy nose today, so I could get this blog moving again. And there, right outside my door I dumped into Jojo Eng, a guy I think does something extraordinary out of the ordinary.

Hello Kitty; Fashion Madness 2/9-06

2006-09-09T15:04:00.000+02:00

We totally overlooked and forgot to post this picture taken from Fashion Madness Fredrikstad the other week. Line snapped this picture while I was backstage photographing. Birgitte is a hairdresser, makeup artist and model

New Stylediary receive

2006-09-09T14:47:00.000+02:00

Highstreet faboulous

"Dere gjør forresten en superjobb med Oslostil-siden! Er så spennende å se diverse antrekk fra Oslos gater man ikke får muligheten til å se selv ellers, samt det å vise resten av verden litt av Norges/Oslos stil, selvom den ikke nødvendigvis kan måles med andre deler av verden"

Thanks for sharing Natalie

Hello I'm back

2006-09-09T14:12:00.000+02:00

From fabulous Copenhagen. No pictures, but a lot of inspiration and thoughts about Scandinavian fashion and style.

I think it would be interesting and fun if you guys wrote your thoughts about Scandinavians or particularly Norwegian Fashion and style ( Just click and write directly on 'comments', or simply write us an E-mail)

We also want to mention that we really enjoyed the article Astri Moksnes Barbala wrote about Oslostil for Dagbladet Fredag (Norway's second biggest newspaper) covering streetfashion blogging.

Our intention is to be able to reach out to special interested as well as the general public, we had a good response from the article so keep on coming back to Oslostil and next time you leave the door keep in mind that you could be chased by some stylehungry bloggers.

-Hilde

Off to style city

2006-09-06T00:04:00.000+02:00

I'm off to Copenhagen for a couple of days. I might post some pictures while I'm there, so stay tuned. If not it would be great if I came home and the inbox where full of Oslostil-stylediary receives from you guys.

Cutie cutie; Grunerløkka

2006-09-04T20:50:00.000+02:00

We love them scarf boys; Grunerløkka

2006-09-04T20:49:00.000+02:00

mustache boy; Grunerløkka

2006-09-04T20:38:00.000+02:00

Fashion Madness; Fredrikstad

2006-09-03T13:18:00.000+02:00

Streetwearshow by 'Kassert'; Grunerløkka

2006-09-01T23:04:00.000+02:00

Streetwear show where it belongs, amongst the people that the inspiration originally comes from.

My lucky day

2006-09-01T17:26:00.000+02:00

How annoying isn't it when you meet one of the most beautiful models that you know of, and she meets you with a smile as warm as the sun, and style as impeccable as it can be. Hanneli Mustaparta is one of my own style favorites here in Oslo. She has traveled the world and come back again as an 'all Norwegian girl' how good is that.

The only thing that makes you notice that she has been away is that she is more daring when it comes to fashion, and that's a thing which can be inspiring in it's self. Who doesn't remember the little red dress from eBay she wore to the Costume launch party, today's it was the gloves that where from eBay. And the Ninja boots I wrote about from Cheapo Footwear fits the look very well.

Rock my world; Thorvald Meyersgate

2006-09-01T08:46:00.000+02:00

These two brothers works for the family driven flower shop, here in Oslo. As you can see from the picture they mainly get their inspiration from the 50's.

Breakfast At Tiffany's; Bar boca

2006-08-31T18:08:00.000+02:00

The hair I & II; Bar Boca

2006-08-31T17:32:00.000+02:00

Mixed Stripes; Markveien

2006-08-31T17:19:00.000+02:00

Chic ease

2006-08-31T16:54:00.000+02:00

Kamilla is currently studying media and communication. I met her outside Elle's office where she were waiting to Interview the chief editor for Norwegian Elle, Signy Fardal.

In front of Trabant clothing

2006-08-31T16:40:00.000+02:00

Her name is Idil, apart from being stylish and gorgeous she works at Trabant Clothing.

Holy Cow; Thorvald Meyersgate

2006-08-29T17:36:00.000+02:00

I didn't notice that the cow in the background and the girl had almost identical bags before after I took the picture, and where on my way home. Just to let you know, I took the picture in the first place because I liked the fact that she had two bags, a cool mix of pattern and a very colorful look which I found inspiring.

Reopening of Fretex; Markveien

2006-08-28T15:28:00.000+02:00

It's not just the shop that are sweet and colorful, most of the people who buy their clothes there have their own personal style and are in search for a little special something. We are oh so glad Fretex in Markveien has reopened after the fire. More shop pictures here.

Schizophrenic weather; Bogstadveien

2006-08-24T16:00:00.000+02:00

Poor Norwegians, we do have our challenge when it comes to weather. Sure high heels and fancy dresses would be good, but it is impossible in this "freaky-weatherwise" country. Down to earth, classy and reasonable; this is one way to pull off a rainy-sunny day.

Love the colors; Bogstadveien

2006-08-24T15:56:00.000+02:00

Neon glow; Bogstadveien

2006-08-24T15:36:00.000+02:00

You don't necessarily need any other fashion statements than flashy neon-color shoes, to go with the classic hoodie and this gorgeous smile to get noticed by us.

Watch out Paris; Bogstadveien

2006-08-24T15:23:00.000+02:00

Paris and Tinkerbell are old news. The new trend from the streets of Oslo is it the guys who stands for, with a slightly rougher look of the dog accessories compared to the ribbons and pink we are used to.

Preppy perfect; Rosenkrantzgate

2006-08-22T16:26:00.000+02:00

Back to school; Frogner

2006-08-22T16:12:00.000+02:00

The summer break is over and the whole central of Oslo it's turned into a big marked where kids buy and sell their books. It's no secret that the way to present oneself by dressing matters in this case.

That Hat; Henrik Ibsensgate

2006-08-22T16:07:00.000+02:00

Where did you get that hat?
Where did you get that tile?
Isn't it a nobby one, and just the proper style?
I should like to have one just the same as that!
Whe'er I go they shout, 'Hello!
Where did you get that hat?'

Cute couple; Saga Kino

2006-08-20T23:37:00.000+02:00

I spotted this cute couple right before going into the cinema tonight, thanks to my emergency pocket camera I could bring it home to you too. I love the bottom of this dress, looks like she has draped it and put a skirt on under, looks like one of them fairy-tale dresses.

Costume invited to pre premiere of The Devil wears Prada;

2006-08-19T18:03:00.000+02:00

Last day; OFW

2006-08-18T18:40:00.000+02:00

The designer; OFW

2006-08-17T20:36:00.000+02:00

Simply Gorgeous; OFW

2006-08-17T20:32:00.000+02:00

Lucky circumstances; Grand hotel

2006-08-17T20:30:00.000+02:00

Eyes up for detailes; OFW

2006-08-17T14:52:00.000+02:00

Stockings ala Prada; OFW

2006-08-17T14:39:00.000+02:00

We want that bag I&II; OFW

2006-08-17T03:22:00.000+02:00

Colors and Layering; OFW

2006-08-17T00:20:00.000+02:00

Red carpet style; OFW

2006-08-17T00:05:00.000+02:00

Grace; OFW

2006-08-16T22:44:00.000+02:00

High Style Cyclists; OFW

2006-08-16T22:04:00.001+02:00

New Stylediary recieve;

2006-08-16T13:19:00.000+02:00

Chic ease

More pictures from OFW;

2006-08-16T10:37:00.000+02:00

In addition to Oslostil you can find regular updates from the fashion shows during Oslo fashion week here

Oslo Fashion Week 2006, part III;

2006-08-16T01:06:00.000+02:00

Oslo Fashion Week 2006, part II;

2006-08-16T00:28:00.000+02:00

Oslo Fashion Week 2006, part I;

2006-08-15T22:12:00.000+02:00

We said; "In the end it’s the people who forms a city’s image.” And sweet joy! Take a look at this. We wanted to show the world how good we can dress, how stylish we can be. If you ever were in doubt, does this convince you?

We hope that these pictures not only shows style and class, but also gives you an idea about the personality to all these beautiful people that we have met.

Today was like Christmas Eve for us, they were all there -some of them celebrities and some of them simply just gorgeous.

And to all of the other people who’s picture is on Oslostil, we would like you to know how much we appreciate you. It’s a joy making this blog and we are so glad that we had the chance to meet all of you.

In bad weather and rain we will remain; Frogner

2006-08-15T12:16:00.000+02:00

Even though it's dripping and my camera is not very happy, we'll post here on Oslostil. Cause fashion is everywhere at anytime, as this pretty flower raincoat.

New stylediary receive;

2006-08-13T23:11:00.000+02:00

I've been away from mainland this weekend so there has been no posts here on Oslostil. I'll make that up for you by posting many lovely pictures from Oslo fashionweek this following week.

We had our second style-diary receive this weekend and we are so happy for that. Keep on sending us pictures and thank you for all the positive respond and comments.

-Hilde

Laid back glam: Thorvald Meyersgate

2006-08-10T18:15:00.000+02:00

Astrid; Mucho Mas

2006-08-09T09:26:00.000+02:00

Socks are hot; Thorvald Meyersgate

2006-08-09T09:21:00.000+02:00

White socks are so underrated! White socks and pants rolled up, its one hot tip off. Being on the move all day, traveling and working, Ragnhild could not understand why we found her cool. But the way we see it, that is what being genuine cool is all about

Thereza; Markveien

2006-08-08T12:34:00.000+02:00

Tereza is the general manager of Trabant clothing company They specialize in vintage and retro clothing, so she naturally has got the eye for it. She offers carefully collected clothes and items, and is in person very inspirational. The detaile shot shows how she made a belt out of a tie and decorated it with a brooch.

Our new favorite color is green; Olaf Ryes plass

2006-08-07T16:42:00.000+02:00

Perfectly composed; Olaf Ryes plass

2006-08-07T16:36:00.000+02:00

Love the way everything on this girl was just perfectly thought through from the bag she bought in Mexico to the high waist skirt with buttons.

Don't forget our Stylediary;

2006-08-07T11:51:00.000+02:00

We had our first received picture yesterday.

Some thoughts about;

2006-08-06T13:02:00.000+02:00

Style in Norway

Nice Top; Frogner

2006-08-04T19:16:00.000+02:00

God Helg; Karl Johan

2006-08-04T19:10:00.000+02:00

Matchy-match; Henrik Ibsensgt.

2006-08-02T16:23:00.000+02:00

Lise; Karl Johan

2006-08-01T22:38:00.000+02:00

The joy of street photographing; Karl johan

2006-08-01T22:35:00.000+02:00

These three guys actually approached me when I was out taking pictures today and wondered if I could take their picture, its so nice when people see this as the fun thing which really is the whole thought behind our whole project.

Friends hanging out; Bogstadveien

2006-08-01T17:06:00.000+02:00

Bente; Bogstadveien

2006-08-01T17:00:00.000+02:00

For the guys; Bogstadveien

2006-08-01T16:34:00.000+02:00

We have to apologize for our over focus on females. We are aware of it and currently working on the case. This blog is not only suppose to focus on one specific thing, our goal is to find something for everyone and just document what we see is going on in the streets of Oslo.