denim on denim <3 and new partnership!

Hoping everyone enjoys the sunny days, here in Oslo the summer has finally arrived. Feels amazing to walk in nature, wear fewer layers of clothes, and feel the sun on the skin again! Right now I am obsessed with denim, and love mixing and matching different denim looks together, feels very timeless, and hard to go wrong with denim in general! Easy to dress up or down, for every day or a chic ‘‘going out’’ look.



I am still in between moving into my new apt and stressing with getting settled in, and working from home! The exciting news is that I got a new partner, ‘‘Good for me AS’’, and just started using their 100% vegan beta carotene gold! It is a supplement to help the skin to develop a deeper and longer-lasting tan. As I have been struggling quite a lot with the skin, with both pigmentation and acne I am excited to see the results this summer. I love that their product is natural and full of vitamin A, which is also helping on strengthening the skin. I always wear SPF 50 in my face, but with this natural way of help, I am sure I will be able to get some good results, even with Scandinavian summer weather! I will keep you posted on the results!
You get 40% off on your first order on www.Betakarotengold.no !



I wish you all a great rest of the week.


X, Eline S.

Reklame. Wearing all Revolve - Jeans - Grlfriend - Denim shirt - Grlfriend - Shoes - LPA - Wyeth Hats - Betakaroten Gold

17 mai, Norway's Constitution day

Yesterday we celebrated Norway Constitution day, probably the biggest celebration in Norway.
Obviously, this year was a lot different, normally everyone meets in the city center to enjoy and mingle after breakfast, but the restrictions with social distancing and max 20 people made it difficult to celebrate the 17th of May the normal way this year. A lot fo Norwegians are wearing national suites, called ‘‘bunad’’, mine is from Aust Telemark, and is called ‘‘hjulet’’. I love wearing it and always looking forward to this day. Never been so grateful ever to be Norwegian as I am right now, feels safe to be back home in Norway, and proud of how great our government has dealt with the situation.




A normal 17th May celebration in Norway is meeting up with friends for breakfast around 09, usually, the breakfast is fresh bread, different sides and lots of champagne. After everyone usually gets together in the city center to watch the kids parade and dance on the tables. In the evening we usually do bbq at friends’ places with more and fun games, music and laughs. For many Norwegians, this is their favorite day of the year. At first, the Norwegian government made an announcement, that the 17th of May was probably not gonna happen this year, but as Norway has pretty good control over the virus situation the government decided to open up for smaller celebrations, with restrictions of social distancing and a maximum amount of 20 people.




We celebrated with friends, couples, and decided to do brunch this year. I started my day with a long run in the woods and got dressed and ready for brunch. Then my dear grandparents came by to say hi, and to drive me to my friend’s place. We had a really nice day, even tho the circumstances were different, but I have to say that I am really looking forward to next year, and to share the joy with the rest of the Norwegians in the city center once again.



I am praying that this will not make the virus start blossom again and that everyone still respects the rules of social distancing and not start to act lazy, just because the country slowly opens up again.



I wish you all a happy Monday and a great week!


All best, Eline Syrdalen.


Wearing - Bunad - Aust telemark ‘‘hjulet’’ - Husfliden - Sunglasses - Celine - massive silver ring - Lorange design

Park season begins <3

I hope everyone had a lovely weekend! I have spent all weekend outdoors with friends. Friday I went to Frognerparken in Oslo with a girlfriend and we brought some sushi, fruit, and blankets. I love this time of year and how the parks get greener and the days get sunnier and longer. Everything starts blooming.
Still pretty cold in Oslo, but as long as it is sunny I don’t mind the cold. I always just bring an extra hoodie around. I have experimented on a new plant-based and sugar-free chocolate spread recipe I am excited to share with you this week. My brother even liked it, and he is always the biggest critical when it comes to healthy foods, haha! Stay tuned for recipe :-)



I hope everyone stays healthy, I wish you all a good week.



Best, Eline S.

AD/ Reklame: pretty little thing. Wearing top + jeans - Pretty little thing - Hair tie - free people - sneakers - Adidas - Backpack - Top shop - hair clips - Free People - rings - vintage (market Marrakech) - Sunglasses - Oakley

Corona birthday & coming home

Hey everyone!



Coming home to Norway has been the best decision I could have made. It’s another world back home in Norway. I have never felt so grateful for having a Norwegian passport before. The way Norway has been handling this situation compared to the US is another level. Dealing with being sick and alone was challenging and scary, but I made it and now I am home and actually happier and more thankful than ever before. I tried to lower my expectations for my birthday this year, because of the situation.




However, I guess I will always be a bit childish with birthdays. My family and some friends knows me too well and surprised me with balloons and flowers. Obviously with a good amount of distance. My brother took me biking in our old neighborhood, pretty challenging and even more challenging on the way down as I insisted on doing the harder route, with part of me regretted later on.




Sports defiantly have that effect on me, that it makes me confident when I reach the goal. The goal for this specific bike ride was to reach the top of Wyllerløypa. My brother asked me multiple times if we should turn and go back or do an easier way, but we made it! I will probably be in pain for another week from now. Everyone who has been in Norway, and knows ‘‘Wyllerløypa’’, knows it’s pretty brutal. It was probably the best birthday gift I could have got this year.
Being stuck inside a small apartment in LA and then coming back to Norway and being able to get fresh air in the Norwegian landscape, almost feels like getting drunk for the very first time again!
High on life and endorphins are poppin’!




Even tho this was not a real birthday, I decided to dress up. I was not gonna let Corona ruin my birthday this year. I am wishing all my Taurus sisters and brothers a happy birthday and encourage everyone to live life as normal as possible, do not get too engaged with the negative news, and dress up, even when it’s just for yourself or a facetime/ zoom call.




I hope everyone had a good weekend, due to the circumstances and that you are able to make the best out of this situation. Stay creative, keep yourself busy and reach out to old friends by facetime, etc.
Stay safe and have a good week.




Best, Eline S.

AD/ Reklame. Wearing @revolve - top - Lovers & friends - shoes - LPA - tights - vintage - Hair clips - Free People

Stay home with Pretty little thing

How are you all holding on? I am staying busy with work from home and experimenting in the kitchen almost every day. Heading back to Norway very soon, and can’t wait! Feeling pretty isolated here in LA, and will be another life back in Norway where I will be able to use the nature every single day. Even tho the rules are pretty strict in Norway as well, the trails are still open, and people are allowed to go out for walks in the woods, as long as they keep the distance.
I’m trying to put on some makeup and something else then joggers every other day, but have to admit I’m mostly in my robe and slippers.


Stay safe everyone!
I can’t wait to share a project I am working on with you very soon.


Best, Eline S.

AD/ Reklame Wearing Pretty little thing. Oversized shirt - pretty little thing - belt & bag - lovers & friends LA - shell ear ring - Amber Sceats - necklaces - vintage - iPhone case - Ideal of Sweden

What I'm missing the most right now

How are you all holding on during these times? At this point, i’m considering flying back to Europe. The situation here in LA got so bad, and I have no life here anymore. When they closed all the trails, was when I really felt my freedom was taken away from me. Hiking in nature is my favorite thing to do when in LA.
All trails and beaches are closed here now. For those staying in houses, you can still use your garden, but for those of us staying in apt its not the same. Also, the government has ordered everyone to stay inside. At least I have a safe place to stay, which I am thankful for, but have to admit this is a mental challenge.



These pictures were taken about a month ago when my mom visited me from Norway.
I hope you are all safe. This is definitely the first thing I’m doing whenever this ends.



Best, Eline S.

runners - Nike - jacket - Adidas by Stella McCartney - shorts - Adidas by Stella McCartney - bottle - Swell

day 27 in self-quarantine, anxiety feels and how I'm trying staying calm in this

Hey everyone.


I hope you and your families are safe during these difficult times. Today is my 27th day of self-quarantine. I Have never been isolated from the world for that many days all alone.
I love having my space, and spending time with myself, but it’s different when you are getting forced into isolation for such a long period of time, and especially with everything going on in the world right now. I’m trying to trick my body to pretend this is not happening, putting on a fake smile and do things that make me feel better; throw on a cute outfit, do some makeup, facetime friends and family, watch funny series and read books. I find it really hard concentrating these days, so my nutrition studies are on hold until I find more of an inner strength back.




If you are alone right now like I am, and in a completely different time zone then most of your friends and family, don’t be too hard on yourself. Treat yourself like your own best friend. Take a hot shower, don’t count calories or feel bad because you ate too much last night, etc. These things dosen’t matter right now, what matters is that you and your family are safe and healthy. I will post some healthy recipes this week too, as cooking healthy easy meals at home is good therapy for me during these times, and I hope you will find some joy the cooking too.



I am avoiding all types of news at the moment, it makes me even more stressed and scared. Since I have not been feeling well and have been in direct contact with a person who tested positive for Covid19, I’m obviously more concerned due to this situation. I have been sick multiple times away from home and been working with flu etc 100 times, but his time it’s different. It scares me that it is a deadly virus going on. The unknown scares me, the future scares me and beings far from my loved ones scares me. I guess I am not the only one, feeling scared, lonely and experiencing anxiety these days. Especially when you go to bed all alone with your own thoughts. It might sound nice, not to have a roommate to deal with right now, but believe me, you should appreciate that even tho your roommate probably annoys the shit out of you. I don’t think it is healthy being alone for such a long period of time. Without FaceTime, zoom and social media, I woulde’t know what to do right now.




To everyone living alone during these difficult times, stay strong. You are not alone! Don’t be afraid to reach out to an old friend, no one wants you to go into a depression. The world feels like falling apart, but there is a lot of people out there that want to help and there is a lot of love. After this situation, I believe we will all see things with new eyes, with more gratitude and love than ever before. Maybe this is something a lot of us needed to open our eyes and realize how little we need, how much we actually have, and appreciate the true value of human connection.




We will get through this together. As soon as I feel ready to travel back to Europe, I will get on a flight back home. Stay safe, patient and calm at home everyone.
Be kind to one and other, reach out and spread love. Right now that’s all we can do.




Best, Eline S.


Reklame/ AD. Wearing @revolve. Dress - lovers & friends Los Angeles - belt - lovers & friends Los Angeles - bag - lovers & friends Los Angeles - jewelry - vintage

Fat-burning coffee for breakfast and LA updates

Hey everyone.
I’m starting to feel just a little lonely in my own company over here, even tho I am not bored yet. I always find something to do. Studies, FaceTiming friends, series, cooking, and writing. I really miss being social and hug and touch people. Yea, I know that sounds creepy, but I’m a big cuddler with the people I love.




I have been experiencing syndromes for a while now, and I just got a call from a girlfriend I hang out with 9 days ago, telling me she just got tested for the coronavirus. She was recently in Europe, and hang out with two people who have tested positive, we have a bunch of the same syndromes, so if she gets a positive answer it might be a chance I have it too. I haven’t been feeling really sick, only been having light syndromes, but my breath is a lot heavier, and it scares me a bit since I’m in Los Angeles by myself. I hope you are all feeling healthy, and that your families are safe.




I haven’t been moving for about a week now, because of the symptoms, I have been trying to stay in as much as possible, to avoid spreading in case I got the virus. I guess I am not the only person who has been emotional and bored eating way much, from just lying still all day.
I used to do this coffee every day a few summers ago for breakfast, and my mom has done it too, saying it was working for her to get to her goals. I don’t want this page to have a focus on weight loss, especially now when these things really don’t matter, when terrible things are happening in the world, even though I thought I might share this tips with you. Health obviously comes first, however, this coffee has great health benefits, so it might be worth a try!
The recipe is super easy, you only need 2, or 3 ingredients for your fat-burning morning coffee, and it literally takes 5 minutes to make it.



How you make your bulletproof coffee

  1. Using freshly ground coffee beans, brew 1 cup of coffee, using a French press, or just instant coffee.

  2. Add 1 tablespoon (tbsp) of coconut oil or butter

  3. add a little almond milk, or other milk (for more creaminess)

  4. Mix in a blender for 20 to 30 seconds.



    Benefits of bulletproof coffee

    Many people think coffee is bad for you, but the truth is that drinking coffee in moderation has a range of health benefits and may reduce the risk of death from heart disease and several cancers. Not only is coffee full of antioxidants, but drinking coffee daily may also lower the likelihood of developing conditions, such as liver disease, Parkinson’s disease, and type 2 diabetes. Coffee in the morning can improve mental focus and help a person to feel more awake and alert. This effect usually lasts for a maximum of a few hours.


    The ketogenic diet

    The bulletproof coffee is a keto coffee, or in other words high fat low carb. Usually, our bodies convert carbohydrates into energy before using fat. If there are not enough carbohydrates available, then the body uses its fat stores as an alternative source of energy. When the body uses its fat reserves, it produces ketones. Meaning your body goes directly into a fat-burning mood.
    However, doctors usually recommend following a low-carbohydrate diet for a short time only.





    Reducing hunger

    One of the reasons for drinking bulletproof coffee is to prevent hunger during the morning. Adding butter and oil to coffee may make a person feel less hungry than if they drank coffee alone. Everyone is different, but some people may still feel hungry during the morning if they have not eaten a meal for breakfast. Personally, I think everyone gets used to it after a few days, whenever you develop a new habit, it might be uncomfortable at first, but when your body get used to it, and you start seeing results it’s all worth it. Never hurts to give something a try.



Links and facts for information: www.medicalnewstoday.com
Reklame, wearing Revolve - shirt - Song of style

Ghost town and my self-quarantine tips

I hope you all are ok during these times. I’m still in LA and have been self-quarantining for the last 10 days now. I have been experiencing some mild symptoms during this time, so I’m not taking any risks of giving it to anyone, in case it is the corona. A few days ago everything in LA got shut down, and we have been ordered to stay in. Only take out food, pharmacies and supermarkets are still open. I think it is good because a lot of people were still going out here in LA and not taking it seriously before these new rules. I hope this will help to make a change.



This situation is still surreal to me. Not knowing what the future holds feels frustrating. No one knows everyone has to adjust and rethink. Because nothing will ever be exactly the same way after this.
One thing is for sure; no likes or outfits matter anymore. During this time I’m self-reflecting, realizing more than ever how the little things in life and who’s in it, are the big things and the only things that truly matter.
I think that when this is all over, people will see things with new eyes, and be much more grateful for things we once took for granted.



My tips to a happier, calmer self-quarantine:


- listen to podcasts, Spotify got so many options, just search for something you are intreated in
- try a new recipe, the internet is full of good recipes or check out my superfood ones under food by eline
- facetime an old friend
- activate yourself from home: if you don’t know what do do, just use youtube, it’s full of different workouts
- walk in nature: just keep distance to people and bring antic in your pocket, the sun is filled with positivity and vitamin D, it changes the mood completely.
- be creative: paint, sing, brade, do some crazy makeup and have fun with it
- pamper yourself, take care of your skin, hair and body during this time. Polish your nails, take a warm shower, do face masks, etc. (You don’t have to spend money on it, you can easily make homemade face masks)!
- Start a new series on Netflix, or an old one all over again like I have been watching gossip girl and sex and the city.
- If you struggle with anxiety, like many of us do in this situation. Do things step by step, and just follow WHOs health and hygiene advice and you will be fine. I have stopped watching the news for almost a week now because it made me too scared and depressed. Everyone is different, but if you feel like something is making you stressed or scared, there is no reason to force it. I can only talk for myself, but for me, it has really been working.



Stay healthy, calm and patient everyone. No one is alone in this, we are all in this together.



Best, Eline.



Wearing. T-shrirt - Annie Bing - Bucket hat - UCLA - backpack - Adidas - Sunnies - Oakley

Valentinesday in West Hollywood <3 

Wearing - top - verge girl - jeans - acne - belt - lovers and friends la - jacket -  grlfriend/ revolve - hair clips - free people



I hope you all had a great Valentine’s day this year. As my bf is in Minnesota, I spent V-day with friends this year. First at Nespresso house on Beverly Drive for an iced coffee with my homie Kenny, then later on dinner and drinks at the rooftop of Edition Hotel in West Hollywood. It was pretty magical sitting there under the stars, with the view over Los Angeles, with one of my best friends. Cheering for love and many more years to come of a great friendship. I’m truly thankful for having some great friends over here in LA, good friendships mean everything.



My mom just got into town yesterday. I’m super excited to hang out with her this week! Today I’m taking her to one of the older, more traditional hotels in Beverly Hills with a girlfriend joining us for lunch.



Wish you all a good, positive week, wherever you are in the world.



X, Eline S. 


Reklame. Wearing - top - Majorelle/ revolve - chocker - Zara - heals - lovers and friends/ revolve - jeans - grlfriend

Back in LalaLand

Feels amazing to be back in LA. I appreciate the sun like never before, after spending so much time in cold Minnesota winter. I love to wake up on a sunny day and start off my day with a walk outside in the warm weather. It feels more like Norwegian spring then summer, the nights are still pretty cold.



The day after I arrived I was working and the following days I have been spent with friends, catching up and checking out the new Edition hotel in West Hollywood. This hotel is truly amazing. For those who are into a plant-based living, and like to be surrounded with greens and greens, this hotel got it all. In the heart of Weho, with its own spa, pool and rooftop area. My friend Molly and I spent an entire day there catching up. I’m defiantly going back soon. I would defiantly recommend this hotel to anyone who is planning a trip to Lala land! I will try to do a little travel guide to this hotel, for a full description. I’m truly obsessed with the hotel and all Editions values about a greener living.



Hope you all enjoy the weekend. Sending some sunshine from Los Angeles.



Best, Eline S.

Wearing - yellow dress - Zara - Sunnies - Urban outfitters - sneakers - Adidas - hair clips - Free People

Slik styler jeg mine favoritt gullsmykker fra Thune til Valentinesdagen.

I samarbeid med Thune har jeg plukket ut mine favoritt smykker til Valentines dagen. Lek deg med ulike lengder og stil på gullsmykkene dine. Ikke vær redd for å mikse litt ulike stiler sammen. Jeg liker best å bruke gull smykker om sommeren, eller når huden er litt gylden. Jeg syns gullsmykkene får frem en gylden hudtone bedre! Alle smykkene kan kjøpes på Thune.no, eller i deres butikker rundt om i Norge.



Jeg er tilbake I LA, for å tilbringe litt tid her de neste månedene med jobb og lesing på ernærings studiet. Ettersom arbeidstillatelsen min er klar igjen, ville byrået mitt i LA som søkte visumet mitt gjerne ha meg tilbake for å tilbringe litt tid her de neste månedene.


Ønsker alle en super Valentines day, eller galentinesday, som det kaller det i USA, (hvis du feirer med en venninne, eller to). Som jeg kommer til å gjøre ettersom typen er i Minnesota.



Beste hilsner, Eline S.

Reklame. Wearing - Jewelry - Thune - Dress - LPA (Revolve) - Sandals - Hermes - Hat - Wyeth USA - Bag - Dior

Golden hour

After a week with waking up on the beach, with the sound of the waves from the ocean, it’s easy to miss living in a warm place. Golden hour is probably my favorite time of the day, after sunrise ofc! Just sitting on the beach, waiting for the sunset and just being present.

I wish you a lovely rest of your week.

X, Eline S.

Reklame. Wearing Revolve. Dress - Tularosa - Bag - Beck Sødergaard - sandals - Hermes - Hat - Wyeth USA, Jewelry bra - Top Shop