Sheci Look 5: Never been cuter!

I don't even know where to start except for I am in loooove with this bracelet!
... and I totally didn't iron this skirt before putting it on so pardon the wrinkles.

Only Shs350 (about $4) for this here Leso Fabric bracelet by Sheci!

Ok. Anyone else out there who has the dark-knee problem? My elbows and knees (but mostly knees) always look like they've been swimming in thick, dark oil.. Solutions to this problem are welcome.

A message to my French speaking readers. 

Wait, I just Googled it and according to the wise, wise men of Googleville, that's not how you're supposed to spell it. What is this? Is this even French any more?

For the final post featuring Sheci accesories, I thought it would be fun to rock some arm candy using their multi-coloured Leso Fabric bracelet. Despite stacking bracelets of different textures and colours together, I made sure that there was some form of harmony in the entire outfit. For instance, the gold bracelet is complimented by the gold necklace; the flower bracelet matches the flower studs I've got on; and the pink in the Sheci bracelet compliments the pink in the skirt. Harmony. And fun harmony at that.

Top - Toi Market; Skirt - Toi Market; Clutch - Adams; Wedges - Aldo; Sheci Bracelet; Gold Bracelet - Identity; Flowered bracelet - Woolworths; Necklace - Kariokor Market.

It was so much fun working with the Sheci team for the past two weeks and I'm so grateful to have had this opportunity! Don't forget to like their Facebook Page to get regular updates on the different products they've got.

Thank you for stopping by, you make my day :)

Sheci Look 4: When in doubt..

PART ONE: 

A few months ago I was on one of my favourite blogs when I came across something she said that has always stuck with me - When in doubt, wear black. Genius much?! I mean, we've all had those moments where we've spent ages trying to figure out what to wear only to give up in frustration. This, my friends, is the secret to not being frustrated anymore! Unless you don't have any black clothes in which case, sorry friend, it's back to the drawing board for you..

So what was the fourth item on Sheci's accessories? The Maasai beaded necklace but this time in orange, baby blue and black!

If ever you wanted to really play it safe with any of Sheci's jewellery, especially one that has several colours to it, I would say just go for an all black outfit and minimise on all other jewellery. Pretty simple but still cute, wouldn't you say? And boy do we like cute.

I reckon this outfit would be perfect for date night!

Black Coat - Meltz; Dress - Toi; Belt - Mother's; Shoes - Edgars; Beaded Necklace - Sheci; Clutch - Mother's. 

How's that for a washed out face? 

PART TWO:

In the spirit of 'when in doubt, wear black' I thought I should put together two outfits!

This second outfit was much more laid back, something you could wear to hang out with friends or go out for lunch.

Thought there was never a better time to pull out the turban!

I also decided to layer the jewellery by adding a longer beaded piece. 

Despite being an all black outfit, this look doesn't quite play it safe - we've got the turban, layered jewellery, and the gold accents in the rings, second necklace & sandals. It sort of takes on an afrocentric vibe which reminds me of Solange!

Chubby face, anyone? 

Top - Pick n Pay clothing; Jeans - JayJays; Satchel - New Look; Turban - borrowed from friend; Gold rings & Bracelet - Maasai Market; Turquoise ring - gift; Beaded Neclace - Sheci; Longer beaded necklace - Kariokor Market. 

Make sure to check out Sheci's Facebook Page people! This beaded necklace goes for only Shs700 so don't be shy, give them a shout and grab yourself one already :)

HAAPPPY FRIDAAAYYY!! 

Catch me on Facebook (and Rexona Update)

{On a scale of 1 to 10, how creepy would you rate this picture?}

Guess who put up a Facebook Page?! 

I feel so techno savvy, like I've officially landed in blogger navy and I'm about to take off in my very own naval aircraft {I totally just looked that up. I was originally going to go with 'fighter jet that you find on the ships' but.. well.. naval aircraft it is}. Please check out the facebook page --> here! <-- and like it! And since we're on the blogger navy/techno savvy subject, you can also find me on Twitter.

Rexona Update: 

On monday Rexona announced the winner and it wasn't me. Boo hoo? Not really. You see there's going to be two winners - one for the month of June and another for July. I was third on the list of June winners with 182 votes, just two points behind number 2. I really feel like I've got a good shot at being the July winner so if you haven't already, please vote by going to this link! and clicking the thumbs up icon! Or you can just pass it on to a friend. I'll keep you updated on the votes once their tallied on a weekly basis.

Thank you so much for stopping by!

Sending smiles and love your way.

Like A Zebra

Saturday was my little sister's birthday. Can't believe she's already 9! I remember waiting outside my mother's delivery room all those years ago eagerly waiting to hold this little being in my hands. And now she's 9?! Time goes so fast. 

I wore this dress that I borrowed {and never returned} from my mum a few years back.  It only ever comes out of my closet whenever it's cold as it gets pretty warm under those stripes. Speaking of which, how do you feel about stripes? Love 'em? Hate 'em? 

 Dress - mum's but got from China; Tights - Woolworths; Boots - Lu Yi Lin from China; Earrings - Kariakor; Clutch - Toi; Black Trench Coat - Meltz; Lipstick - Revlon Colourburst Plum

I've decided that in addition to getting 150 nail polishes by end of the year {initially only wanted 100 as seen in this post but changed my mind}, I'm going to try and get at least 10 lipsticks. On my current wish-list is Ruby Woo and Girl About Town - both my Mac. 

Any other good ones that you would suggest?

Sheci Look 3: The Beaded Necklace

 Lace top - Toi Market; Skirt - Mr. Price; Tights - Woolworths; Boots - Mr. Price; Clutch - Kariokor Market; Rings - Maasai Market; Beaded Necklace - Sheci; Lipstick - Revlon Colourburst Plum.

On Sunday I dragged one of my good friends along to Zen Gardens where The Shoe Lounge was being held. Did any of you go? Did you like any of the shoes on display? Let me tell you, if I had a penny for each time I wanted to make an impulse purchase I'd be rich. And then, of course, I'd be broke because I'd probably have used those pennies at The Shoe Lounge. 

The timing felt perfect for Sheci's third accessory to be brought out - the beaded necklace. Isn't she a beauty? I kid you not, I got so many compliments on it as well as my outfit in general! This little number is only Shs700 (that's a little less than $10). Keen to get yourself one? Get in touch with Sheci! 

 The Shoe Lounge was basically an event held for shoe lovers in general. Even though I didn't get myself anything (because I didn't have any pennies), I still liked getting to know all the shoe stores that were exhibiting their lovely products. 

 I chose to be Matchy McMatch and wear a plum red lipstick to match the red in the necklace. I also think bold eyebrows, heavy mascara and pulling my hair back worked well with the necklace in this instance. 

I wish I could give you more on why I think the necklace goes well with this outfit but I'm not sure what it is. Maybe it's because you can never go wrong with something that's black and white and red all over?! haha.

Maybe it's the red lip and necklace pairing? 

Not sure. 

But it worked.  

My new clutch from Kariokor is still doing me proud. 

Don't forget to like Sheci's Facebook Page and check out what other fun stuff they've got! Also, my first and second look where I styled Sheci's bracelets can be seen here and here. 

Is there any specific way you'd like to see me style these accessories? Let me know!

Enjoy the rest of you week ladies and gents.

Black on Black. And then a red lip.

This outfit was perfect for my Friday - relaxed morning at the office, going away party for my workmate in the afternoon, and hanging out with some friends in the evening.. I kept the headphones on the whole time cos I thought they went with my outfit! A tad bit corny, I know. I felt a little bit like a DJ and kept wanting to drop some beats. Yezzur. DJ Shazzy Shaz. 

Hope you had an awesome weekend!

 Blazer - Meltz; Top - a friend's; Harem Pants - Jet; Bracelets - Maasai Market, Kariokor & Identity; Necklace - gift; Sandals - gift; Headphones - Mr. Price; Earrings - Maasai Market.; Sunglasses - Toi; Lipstick - Revlon Fire & Ice