Pray For Japan

Its sad to wake up to bad news. An 8.4 magnitude earthquake has hit Japan and over 3000 people have been reported dead. Please pray for the lovely people of Japan.

May God bless Japan and all those affected by this disaster.
I am heartbroken, I take such things to heart.

Fashion Friday - The Story Behind Today's Outfit

Firstly, its the weeeeekeeeend baybay!!! That means, happy Friday to you and yours. Every Friday is Fashion Friday and that translates to proudly-wear-something-made-in-South-Africa-day but I couldn't help putting together this 70s inspired outfit with some non-South-African pieces. There is a story behind every outfit and here is mine;

Fashion Friday Outfit

• Jeans - Oldest pair of jeans I own, bought for me by my brother in law in Malaysia in 2005. Haven't worn them since my university days. Revived them because of their 'bell bottom' feel.
• Bag - My vintage inheritance which I blogged about HERE! I inherited this from my big sister who also got it from my mom. I LOVE it and have been carrying it almost everyday ever since I got it.
• Shoes - These shoes are by Sequel (not sure if that is SA made, I tried Googling it). They were a measly R220.00 I normally would not say this about clogs but these clogs are the future!
• Belt - This came with a pair of jeans I bought from Identity.
• Vest - Can't remember how I bribed my niece into giving me this vest. Its from Top Shop.
• Neck-piece - I got it for a song at Mr. Price, many moons ago.
• Watch - I bought it when I had my big sister's credit card (Isn't she the bestest?) Its from Tempo.
• Sunglasses  - Part of my collection of over 50 sunglasses and this pair is from Mr. Price.

Confession - I am utterly OBSESSED with watches and sunglasses and will (one day soon) blog about my collection

Reflection - The Girl In The Mirror (Self Indulgent)

Picture with bright outfit was taken last year at the Channel O Music Video Awards. Picture with animal print was taken last night. I am loving the girl I am seeing in the mirror these days. There is absolutely nothing as fulfilling as setting goals and achieving them. 

#GetSkinnyOrDieTrying!

Blake Lively Chanel Mademoiselle Handbag Ambassador

Firstly, I have to tell you that Blake Lively is living my life. She is skinny, has drop-dead-gorgeous legs and now she is the ambassador for Chanel Mademoiselle handbags...I seriously cant dzeal, I just dzie!! I am happy for her and Imma let her finish but that should be me(said with a very straight face) *Jealous Much!*. OK, now that we have gotten rid of the green eyed monster, let's get back to Blake Lively being the ambassador of Chanel Mademoiselle handbags.

Pictured here with Karl Hilfiger who personally approached Blake and asked her to be the Ambassador for Chanel Mademoiselle handbags.

Tres Chic!

With Uncle Karl. Those legs Blake, those legs!!

Blake has described this opportunity as a dream come true. I love me a grateful chick, way to go boo.!

I -CANNOT-BREATHE!

As if being a Chanel Ambassador was not enough, Blake has a Christian Louboutin shoe named after her. Its called "The Blake". Surely she must have done something right to deserve all this.

Blake is such an inspiration to me (for many reasons) and I love her so much. Big ups to her for such phenomenon achievements. I'm sure Coco Chanel is smiling from her grave, they just could not have found a more perfect ambassador, even if they tried. Viva la Blake.!

TREND ALERT! Color And Cut

We are living in fun fashion times and this could not be more interesting with the tasteful use of color that SOME of our wardrobes will soon be experiencing. I'm talking slim cut, bright colored pants.!

If you follow fashion, get these pants - Order! By Management! :-) Recently seen in Zara's spring summer 2011 collection (Like, why don't we have Zara in South Africa again??!).

I say, why wait till the African Spring or Summer to pop some color? Do it now in Autumn/WINTER!! I will be getting these done for me when I go to Swaziland next weekend, my designer Pam can do it with her eyes closed and I bet it wont cost me more than  R1,000.00 for 5 bright-colored pants. Yes I want them ALL.! Now, to get the perfect material.!

( I CANNOT wait to blog about them and show you my pictures!!)

If You MUST Shop Online, Do It At Asos!

Asos is a London based online clothing shop. They deliver anywhere and everywhere in this world and there is no minimum spend required for them to deliver, just buy and they will have it delivered to you. I have personally, never bought anything online *hides* and I think Asos will be the first shop I shop at.

Remember I told you guys  on this post that the 70s are making a huge comeback? Still don't believe me?!

Few things are lovelier than a colorful, tasteful outfit. Be BOLD, play with color!

I see a lot of 70s inspiration with the accessories as well.

My soul will not be at peace until I find me a 70s floppy hat. I hear Woolworth's has them at R150 per pop.

Even after converting the Pounds to Rands, these shoes are still affordable.

ASOS is the FUTURE!

Lastly, for those of you like me....who cannot REALLY stand sneakers because you are so in love with heels, well, these Diesel "ladies sneakers" are a great way to add glam to tackies. I like that they also have a "vintage look" about them!

Are you sold into Online Shopping? Visit Asos or follow them on Twitter @ASOS!

Thank me later ;-)

I *Heart* Kenya

I'm falling in love with Kenya more and more as each day goes by. Part of me wishes I was born there. The main reason why I am falling head over heels in love with Kenya is because Kenyans read my blog. *huge smile*

I also love Kenya because of its has beautiful people who all seem skinny. I promise you, I am yet to meet (or even see a picture of) a fat Kenyan. 

Kenyan Jewel Models - Antoinette Ataro and Ajuma Nasenyana

The Kenyan crafts, whether its their fashion, art or just any of their creativity, are all marvelous and  somehow unique to Kenya plus there is something extremely interesting about the Mosai tribe.

Lovely, Lovely, Lovely! *swoon*

Kenya is blessed with amazing beaches and I believe the best place for a Safari Cruise in Africa is Kenya!

The Mombasa and Che Shale beaches. I swear its a piece of heaven!

The beauty that is Masai Mara Game Reserve.

And these days, one cannot mention Kenya without mentioning Barack Obama. Its like South Africa and Nelson Mandela.

Barack Obama with his granny in Kenya.

Last but not least, Kenya has amazing bloggers such as the likes of Nancie Mwai whom I shall chill with and discuss fashion to no end the day I visit Kenya. Nancie runs a fashion blog called Fashion Notebook and she is uber stylish.

I know I had said I would travel to Zimbabwe next but I cant wait to go to Kenya. So Kenya it shall be and soon.