Good morning everyone and happy Friday! Yes you can notice that I’m back with my original words for a new post! Let’s try to get rid of negative feelings as the theme of this post is exactly the opposite! For once I had many different ideas about what I could post today but when you have different possibilities you must make a choice and a good criteria is to try to stick to the news as a post about what I’m going to talk about in two months would be stupid!
So let’s go and start with a question: do you know what’s happening in Russia right now, last for about a month and makes (most) people crazy? If you have no idea then have a look at the pictures below or continue to read as yes I’ll speak a little bit about something totally different than fashion or high heels: the world cup of soccer!
No stress I’m not here to explain the rules and be boring but I’d like to take a different angle from a very close point of view:mine 😉 So as you may already know I’m Belgian like a little more than 11 millions compatriots; at a global scale it’s very little and of course the country is not big either, « inserted » between France and Germany because of historical and political reasons! My country is still famous for several things (do I really need to develop about beers and chocolates among other things?) but not for soccer … but but but … this time we have a chance to realize a great tournament!
The group phase was very interesting with already three wins for Belgium and the next opponent, Japan, was considered by everyone as an outsider. A little voice would say that it’s a big mistake to underestimate an opponent! And indeed after the first half it was still 0-0 and if most of us was still very confident about a final win when the second half started … Japan scored twice in less than 10 minutes!
Now, like the immense majority in Belgium, I was fully ready for another deception (you have to know that the same happened to Belgium 2 and 4 years ago during the latest tournaments) but then the wonder happened (well started to happen as it’s almost a multi stage wonder)! We scored a totally incredible goal from a more than 18 meters heading (new world record!) and few minutes later it was 2-2. Hope came back in Belgium … supporters (let say the real supporters but also everyone around because it became frenetic) started to scream and yell every time we had the possibility to score but also when we could lose because of an action from Japan!
As you know I live in a quiet place but Monday it was incredibly noisy and when, just before the end of the match, 30 seconds from the end, our goalkeeper initiated the winning goal and within 10 seconds Nacer Chadli made the 3-2 … I let you imagine how the crowd is reacting after such exploit! (and I also want to add a word about the incredible fair-play and attitude of Japan players and supporters: they are fantastic! It’s very hard for them to lose like that but they reacted with an incredible dignity: respect!)
During the match there were almost 4 million people in front of their television in Belgium to watch the game … and you can see from the pictures above how many are also watching all together where big large screen are set! The parties were long … the night was very short but it’s not important as people are happy … a country is happy!
And guess what? Tonight it’s Belgium – Brasil so we are going to have some fun again!
Thanks for have read this post … and finally … to get back to something everyone I hope is expecting … a super big gallery of high heels … when I put all these pictures together I thought it may be the best one for a long time as summer outfits and looks are awesome this year! Have a wonderful week-end and read you soon xx
Guess I will be watching some football later! Isn’t it great how this game brings so many people together! Gorgeous heels as usual! I was wondering if the fishnet is part of the shoe!
xo Yvonne
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That’s absolutely incredible! I think it’s the only event where everyone is doing this! Good question about the fishnet … I don’t think so but can’t be sure! Have a lovely day Yvonne xx
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Love these shoes. I do not watch soccer game much but I want to see the last game. We in USA don’t get the chance to watch life due to time differences 😉
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My husband has been watching. So fun. Love the shoes!
Amy Ann
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Oh I love Soccer! I used to play back in the day 🙂 And of course, wonderful round up of high heels! Thank you for including me ❤
Lizzie
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I’ve been watching the world cup too, and it’s so exciting.
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Oh yes 😉 And it’s not done yet as we are still in … next step is France so next big party will be Tuesday night! Have a lovely Sunday Courtney xx
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And Belgium has reached the semi finals. Best of luck. Nice round up of heels. xoxoxo
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Absolutely! We went in family to see this in our village and it was crazy 😉 Every one screaming and dancing … great after party! Have a lovely Sunday xx
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I live in France so Im very curious about the outcome of the match Belgium- France 🙂 Perfect selection of the shoes my dear 🙂
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Well … now we know that France won … not a great win but they are saying that only the results matter … let’s be ready to hear them again claiming they’re the best … from now I’ll focus on heels again 😉 Have a great day xx
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Good luck to your team! These collection of heels are perfect.
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Amazing post! I love these photos! Thanks for sharing!
Happy weekend! :=)
Much love, Len
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XO
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Beautiful collection as always, was please to see that you included my shoes. Thank you
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Thanks a lot Anna and have a lovely day xx
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Very exciting 🙂
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I don’t like football, sorry, LOL. and amazing shoes!!
kisses dear
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No problem Carolina 😉 And thanks … I may not post anymore about football but for sure I will about high heels! Lovely day xx
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Wow I am amazed by how many people were watching the game! That is some hardcore fans!
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Not only hardcore fans Rach … also totally « normal » people like you and me 😉 Have a great day xx
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I’m following the World Cup with a lot of attention
I love football
XX
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Great to know Barbara! I hope you’re enjoying it so far! Have a lovely day xx
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I am not a huge soccer fan but if I had to pick a team to win, I’m rooting for Belgium!
Also, love the shoe gallery as always. 🙂
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Thanks a lot Jessy … and great pick 😉 Have a lovely day xx
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I am a fan of Soccer, haven’t actually watched any of the macthes since it began. On the other hand the shoes are so beautiful
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It’s time because it’s almost finished 😉 Speaking of the World Cup and not the shoe galleries! Have a great day xx
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So many people have been watching the games! Except for me…oops!! 🙂
Shauna
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Too bad Shauna but tonight it’s the semi-final where Belgium will try to defeat France and go to the final 😉 Let’s cross fingers xx
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Love all of the heels as well as the great futbol update! 🙂
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Thanks a lot Elsie 😉 Have a lovely day xx
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I’m loving the world cup. I don’t want it to be over.
I was rooting for Brazil, but they recently lost.
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Great to read that you like it Radi … and yes my small country defeated the favorites … before losing next game against France … too bad, too sad but that’s life isn’t it? Have a great day xx
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I watched that game. It was amazing and just so wonderful.
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Absolutely! Let’s cross fingers for tonight’s game xx
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About language – I definitely prefer English with French I have a problem 😉
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No problem for me as I’m used to switch between those two 😉
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I’m not a soccer/football fan but when it comes to the Worldcup I make an effort to watch it with hubby.
xo,
Janise
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Cool Janise 😉 Not always simple but it’s very possible to have great family time watching a game! I think next weekend we’ll combine the ‘small final’ (as Belgium lose against France yesterday) match with BBQ at home! Have a lovely day xx
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You look amazing dear!!! Lovely photos!
much love, Len
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Thanks a lot Len and have a lovely day 😉 xx
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Wow – love all of the World Cup excitement and that is a huge crowd of fans!
I hope you are having a great week so far!
Amber
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Hi Amber, yes a very nice week and I can start to smell holidays 😉 Two more weeks and I’m off! Have a great day xx
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que de jolies chaussures je trouve !
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Très content de voir que cela te plait 😉 J’espère que tout se passe bien en Australie!
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I love the world cup and have been watching it closely. Today England is playing Croatia in semi final and I am cheering England since my husband is English 🙂 Great shoe selection as usual.
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It was an interesting game yesterday and unfortunately for you and your husband … England failed to join the final. So let’s focus a little more on shoes to forget this asap 😉 Have a great day xx
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World Cup fever has taken over! It’s so fun!
-Ashley
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I am a jock at heart and play a lot of sports, but soccer isn’t one I’ve kept up with. I love watching a game here and there though. The energy of a good crowd is my favourite lol
Xo,
Miki
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Thanks for the interesting post!
Have a nice weekend)
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Thanks a lot Anya and have a great weekend xx
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I’m still so sorry for your country that you lost against France … but you can be so proud on you, as Belgium achieved really a lot in soccer! Kudos to your country!
xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
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That’s life Rena 😉 It was frustrating but life goes on! I was also very sorry for Germany as I am a big fan (as well as for Munchen). Have a great weekend xx
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This championship had some really fantastic games. I has hesitant to watch and follow it at first, but I gave in eventually. 🙂
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The best part is when a country celebrates all together … I think we share the same joy in Belgium as in Croatia! Well done 😉
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Every time I see your inspiring photos of shoes makes me want to go shopping hehehe.
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So cool post!!!
thanks for sharing!
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Thanks a lot Itzy and more sharing to come 😉 Have a lovely day xx
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Me ha encantado ver el mundial de futbol del 2018 en combinación con esos zapatos originales y preciosos . Vivan los accesorios
Un besos desde corbatasygemelos.es
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