
Dresses: Nelly.com, sequin pumps: Tamaris, hair decoration: Glitter
I know I mention my sister Cookie a lot, probably because we live in the same city – the same apartment, even. Still, we have two more sisters: Lillian (left) and Susanne (right).

I made them swap places for this shot, so Susanne is on the left and Lillian to the right.
I probably don’t have to tell you they’re twins, nor that they’re absolutely gorgeous, but I can inform you that they’re fifteen years old, get top grades as often as I get cravings for chocolate, and can play pretty much any instrument.

When all us sisters and our father went to Spain this summer, Susanne and Lillian had to translate for us when we wanted to buy sodas or ice cream, because, yeah, they speak Spanish, too. I’d probably be super-jealous if I weren’t their big sister. Instead, I get to be super-proud, which is much better.

Fortunately, we definitely share a lot of genes, us sisters. The little ones and I have a fondness for nail polish. This is OPI’s Sparkle-icious over Manhunter (a black polish) from H&M, by the way.

Like Cookie, they dance both contemporary and jazz, and walk in high heels like it’s no thing at all. Now, I know a lot of people believe twins are pretty much “the same person” in two bodies, but Susanne and Lillian can be very different from each other, personality-wise. They remind me slightly of Kristen Stewart and Dakota Fanning in the movie The Runaways, actually.

If you’ve seen Susanne play the guitar, you’ll know what I mean, as there are definitely some quiet Joan Jett vibes present. She can be quite impatient (like when I get to do her makeup…), and is effortlessly cool. Sometimes, though, like when she’s sick, she’ll let me make her a sandwich and curl up on my lap like a cozy little kitten.

Lillian is a bit softer, somehow, a sweeter kind of cool, the Cherie to Susanne’s Joan. But if you act unfair or are mean to someone, she’ll speak her mind in a way you won’t forget in a while. She’s also supremely absentminded, and can forget something in seconds. That’s all right, though, as she’s got Susanne to remind her.



26 comments
Marte says:
Dec 19, 2011
Love this: “get top grades as often as I get cravings for chocolate”. Lovely post. Sisters are the best.
Maria says:
Dec 20, 2011
Well, both things seem to happen ALL THE TIME, so it seemed to fit
Sisters rule! And thank you for dropping by my blog, it always makes me happy.
Trajena says:
Dec 19, 2011
Ohhhh you must have the most gorgeous family in all of Norway! Such lovely young ladies the lot of you! I wish I had such style and grace at fifteen… actually, I still hope for that style and grace NOW.
bloody Norwegians getting everything… at least I have butter.
The way you describe your sisters in such an admiring way makes me think of my own siblings: my stunningly beautiful older sister who sets unrealistic standards in looks, style and success(she is currently holding a position in the government normally reserved for people twice her age), and my very handsome little brother who is a remarkable self-taught musician. And I… read blogs?
*ahem* What I mean to say through such convoluted nonsense is that siblings, older and younger, are remarkable and the best friends ever!
Wonderful post as always!
Maja Piraja says:
Dec 20, 2011
“at least I have butter”
Trajena says:
Dec 20, 2011
Yay! You got the reference! I can’t remember if I actually commented on your post or not… must check.
Maria says:
Dec 20, 2011
I know, that comment SO made me laugh!
Maria says:
Dec 20, 2011
We do make quite a quartet of genes, I couldn’t be more proud! And don’t sell yourself short, you’re a wonderful, wonderful person <3 Thanks for another lovely comment, m’dear!
kine says:
Dec 19, 2011
åhhh du og søstrene dine er fantastiske.
dette er virkelig den fineste bloggposten jeg har lest på ukesvis. det er bare superfint å lese om hvordan du beskriver de, snakker om de.
jeg ble kjempeglad av å lese dette – sitter å smiler for meg selv.
dere er fine, alle sammen!
Maria says:
Dec 20, 2011
Åh, så koselig å høre! Du er fin, du også
Egwene says:
Dec 20, 2011
They are absolutely adorable -just like their big sister <3
Maria says:
Dec 20, 2011
Thank you so much – from all of us!
Ingvild says:
Dec 20, 2011
I want sisters toooooooooo!!! Loove the hair-pictures <3
Maria says:
Dec 20, 2011
Well, you have me, so Maia will at least have one “aunt” <3
Cindy says:
Dec 20, 2011
Skjønninga:) Husk at du e rimeli fantastisk, du åsså:)
Maria says:
Dec 20, 2011
Right back to you, Cindy-pindy!
Emilie says:
Dec 20, 2011
You have done a good job they looked perfect on the ball.
They are fantastic, I love those girls. They are the best you can find. If anything happens I know they will be by my side and support me.
Maria says:
Dec 20, 2011
Best girls ever! I’m so, SO glad you guys aren’t snooty, bickering mean girls <3
Maja Piraja says:
Dec 20, 2011
This is just too sweet. The twins are gorgeous, Cookie is gorgeous, you’re gorgeous, and now you have me missing my own sister. I hope you’re all having a wonderful time in Harstad
Maria says:
Dec 20, 2011
I know, they’re like cotton candy! Harstad is tiny, but lovely, thank you
Tone says:
Dec 22, 2011
Det er tydelig at foreldrene dine er god på å lage fine jenter
Hurra for søsken!
Maria says:
Dec 25, 2011
Hurra indeed!
drifterqueen says:
Dec 23, 2011
Three sisters…and two of them are twins
That’s just too adorable!
I’m super-jealous all right
Maria says:
Dec 25, 2011
I’m the luckiest girl ever! Do you have any siblings?
drifterqueen says:
Dec 26, 2011
Yes you are! And so are your sisters…to have a fashion consultant for an older sister
I have four siblings…but only two sisters
No twins though *pouts* But that would be overkill for my parents, methinks ^_^ Do you have any brothers?
Sophie says:
Dec 30, 2011
Fantastisk måte å skrive om søstrene sine på. Supersøtt.
SV: Vil du at jeg skal stikke innom en H&M og kjøpe de for deg så du får ringene du også? Jeg får det kanskje til i morgen.
Maria says:
Jan 2, 2012
<3!