Tsavo Day 2: Mzima Springs

Guys,

I don’t even know anymore. I’m not sure what happened but Binti is being a little difficult – can’t seem to get my pictures off her and onto my computer which poses quite a problem for someone who relies heavily on picture material. How can I blog with no pictures? Hooowwww?? I actually think the problem is more with my lappy than Binti but I'll try fix it soon so that I can get into my regular blogging rhythm. 

Anyway, I just remembered that I had some pictures that I was meant to upload from my second day at Kilaguni. Talk about a long overdue blog post. Better late than never baby.

On our second day there we decided to go down to Mzima Springs - last time we were there was aaaages ago so it was a nice walk down memory lane. 

Pun intended. 

 One little fishy took a dump. 

 Suckers!

I kid I kid, it was just for camera people. 

 We had to go with a ranger round the Mzima Springs walk cos apparently they've sighted a few leopards in the past!!

 The remains of some of the hippos that used to be at Mzima Springs. 

Apparently there was a major drought in the area a few years back which really hit them hard and more than 40 hippos died. Really sad cos one of the things I remember most from my last visit to Mzima Springs were the hippos and now we couldn't even spot one. 

 Nail file anyone? 

The ranger (who also acted as our guide) picked up this dry leaf which turned out to be very coarse on one side and told us how traditionally, this is what the women used to file their nails! Can't remember which commmunity though but the men would also use these leaves to sharpen their weapons.

This little guy wasn't one bit shy. He actually came pretty close and freaked me out cos it didn't seem like it was going to stop. Cute though. 

Mission: Get-Binti-To-Corporate has commenced. 

Full force.

Accessories Galore

I think I'm in love. 

Have accessories always been this much fun to play with? I seem to have discovered a whole new world people, and I'm about to share it with you. 

 Not sure when exactly it happened but this whole accessories obsession sort of snuck up on me and now I can't seem to get enough! Before we even continue, if there's some cool place you get your accessories from  at an affordable price, don't be shy, drop a comment below letting me know where and make my day :) Or just drop a comment saying hi. Either one. 

These are most of the accessories I've purchased in the past month so some of the pieces may seem familiar as they have already been featured in ze bloggity blog. 

 Woolworths - Shs1,200

 Maasai Market - Shs500

 Kariokor Market - Shs80

 Kariokor Market - Shs120

 Maasai Market - Shs300

 Maasai Market - Shs500

 Kariokor Market - Shs50

 Maasai Market - Shs100

 Shop in Hilton Building (can't remember name) - Shs200

Sheci Bracelet - Shs350

Any interesting boutiques/ markets/ online stores you've discovered lately??

Oliver Twist. Spiderman. Sun. Red Velvet Cake.

I know I'm several months late with what I'm about to say but how amazing is Oliver Twist by D'Banj?!

Let's have a moment for D'Banj's awesomeness.

*Moment*

Watch Video here and let your body move to the beat.

I wore this outfit on Sunday where I spent my afternoon with my mother at Maasai market and later watched The Amazing Spiderman with a friend. Let's be honest here, if you've watched one Spiderman, you've pretty much watched them all. 

 Top - Meltz; Pants - Toi Market; Wedges - Jet; Bag - Susen; Necklace & Ring - Maasai Market

 For the sun lovers out there {or just plain warm blooded people} who are currently living in Nairobi, how jealous are you of the above moment considering how cold it's been lately? That, dear friends, is me basking in the sun. And to think I dared to complain about how hot it was that day. 

Happy Hump Day people :) Any exciting plans? I'm sharing a Dorman's red velvet cake (RVC) with a friend after work - that pretty much sums up my exciting plan for today. Maybe even the week. 

Be good.

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!!