My full name is…
Juliette Koole.
But my friends call me…
Julie or JuJu.
In the centre of The Netherlands in a small town close to Utrecht.
Three words that describe me are…
Playful, pure and inquisitive.
The first thing people usually notice about me…
Is a warm and open energy.
Opening the kitchen doors for a fresh breeze of air - 30 min workout - an oatmeal for breakfast and a good cappuccino!
My favourite time of day...
I’m such a morning person!! I have so much energy to start the day. The best part for me is having a coffee with Davey (my boyfriend) after coming home from my workout.
Lately I feel most myself when…
When I act goofy.
A daily ritual I never skip…
My skincare routine, it’s my wholesome moment to start and end the day with.
You will usually find me…
At home with my cat June - I’m currently trying to finish my marketing study.
The little things that bring me joy are…
Calling my grandmother and waking up with June sleeping in my neck.
I care for myself by…
Booking a pedicure, a facial massage, reading, working out and since a few weeks even running!
I find comfort in…
Tinkering around the house, rearranging objects and watering the plants in our little garden.
I feel most at home when…
When June runs at me after a day of work.
My favourite snack…
It is called ‘Zeebanket’ in Dutch. That’s chocolate sweet with praline inside, pfff!
A project or idea I’m excited about…
To partly live abroad. Half year in the Netherlands and half year somewhere else, perhaps Italy?
A moment I want to remember from this week…
To let life flow and have faith it’s timing.
One thing people might not know about me…
I’ve been a background dancer of artists over 7 years and had the privilege get a glimpse of different countries and cultures.
How I find balance…
Activities that really root for instance reading books, power naps and meditating.
A lesson I’m carrying with me lately…
I’m learning to be gentler to myself. I often strive for perfection, even though I know it doesn’t exist. I’ve realised that things can only grow or get better when I allow myself the time and space.
I am hopeful for…
Starting a family with Davey one day <3
I am looking forward to...
Our three week trip through Japan by car in November. I'm so excited to explore the country that is focused on the little details.
Photographed by Frederike Schut.