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It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas…

Wednesday, December 10, 2014

I live in Germany.  I've lived in Germany for over a year.  However, I often forget that I live in Germany (unless I happen to turn on the radio) because honestly, I don't get out nearly as much as I should (and when I do, I'm with Americans).  Enter: the Christmas market.  

Christmas markets are one of my favourite German customs.  Big cities and small villages alike play host to these gatherings.  Larger city markets often have rides, games, and concerts while my tiny village has a few food stands and an oompah band of sorts.  Last weekend was my 3-year anniversary with SB, so instead of being hermits, we headed to the closest market where we spent upwards of 2 hours drinking cocoa by a gigantic bonfire and then completely stuffed our faces to the point that I had a genuine food baby.  

… like when I Skyped with my mum and she asked what was going on with my belly and I told her that it was schnitzel, she started to think that I was preggo and had nicknamed the little nugget. 

Alas… it was really just schnitzel… and beer… 









… and really… nothing says "Christmas" like a bunch of dudes playing digereedoos in a hut.  Amiright? 



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28 comments on "It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas… "
  1. love the mugs and drinks~~ looks so fun :D

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    1. It was wonderful! Can't complain about sitting by a bonfire, drinking delicious cocoa with someone you're rather fond of!

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  2. Awesome photos!

    Mel
    http://girlandthepolkadot.blogspot.com/

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  3. Looks like you had a great time. The Christmas markets in Germany are really incredible. Great look!! xoxoxo

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    1. Are you going to make it up to Germany to visit a market this year?

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  4. Love how festive this looks! It reminds me of the Chriskindlemarket in Chicago! It's one of my favs!

    www.rdsobsessions.com

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    1. It's very similar! That Christkindlemarket in Chicago was my first exposure to the German Christmas market (Are you from Chicago? Are we neighbors when I'm not living abroad?)!

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  5. Great post..and I seriously love your big stone ring!

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    1. Thank you! It was a wonderful find from Marisa Diane Designs on etsy! Link is ^ there !

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  6. I really didn't know you live in Germany, how nice! Great photos from the Christmas market :)

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  7. Congrats on the anniversary! I love a good Christmas market, they are so fun and there's so much to see!
    xo
    styleontheside.com

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    1. Thank you! There is a ton to do at these markets! I really love the people watching!

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  8. these photos are beautiful!!! Love you outfit!!

    xx Olivia

    www.hellooliviablog.com

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    1. Thank you! I wish they'd come out a bit clearer. SB didn't want to play photographer!

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  9. I do love markets, you can find so much of quality stuff from foods to presents etc. We're having one in the Hague (Netherlands) next week I think and I cannot wait to go as I can get some cool Christmas pressies before going home. Great post!

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    1. Don't even get me started on the food! You'll have to post about it! I'd love to see how markets in the Netherlands are different from in Germany, aside from the excess of oilebollen (did I spell that right?)!

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  10. I love this boho look!
    xo
    www.laurajaneatelier.com

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  11. Great pictures! Love your fringe bag and that chunky ring :)

    www.delhidaffodil.com

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  12. How fun! I love the vest and what a great top...it totally hides your schnitzel bump!
    Debbie
    www.fashionfairydust.blogspot.com

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    1. Lol! It's all about the camouflage! Errr… paisley?

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  13. Looks amazing! Hope you had a great holiday :)

    The Style Boro

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