I went to Paris again. This time I did a little shopping. We went to Rue du Temple, there are so many shops. I think its a shopping district. From handbags, to jewellery to shoes-we were spoilt for choice. I found some cute pieces of jewellery. You know how I love chunky jewellery and statement pieces. So I couldn’t help myself and get something!
Opposite colours attract. Some may think that complementary colours in an outfit is a bit too much. A bit too much is never enough! However you don’t want to be looking like a walking rainbow. When doing colour blocking, try to have two main parts of your outfit as complementary colours and keep the rest neutral. With my OOTD , my complementary colours was yellow and blue (not the traditional complementary colours of yellow and purple but yellow and blue will still work), then the neutral colours was black and white. This still gives you the vibrant look but doesn’t make you look clown crazy.
Here are some pictures:
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I don’t know about you, but I find it so hard to get jeans that fit me properly. They are either huge at the waist, too tight at the hips or make my legs look humungous- its Girls with Big Bum Problems. I remember when jeggings first came out, I stayed far away from it. The material of jeggings was very clingy. But now you can get all types- which is great for my figure. Now, you can get jeggings which are very much like jeans. Check out M & S, they have great jeggings!
Now, if you are like me and love wearing all types of jeans (boyfriend, mom, skinny, flares and straight, white, grey, black, blue or green etc) you will need to know how to put it together. I am a pear shape-smaller top, bigger bottom half. If I am wearing white skinny jeans, I would wear a colourful top to balance it out. It won’t be right to wear a darker colour at the top, to draw attention to my bottom half. It is great to know what suits your figure.
What is the right denim fit for you?
1) Pear Shape
What is the right denim fit for you?
STRAIGHT/ FLARED JEANS
Straight jeans is perfect for pear shapes. It compliments curves and elongates your legs.
Flared Jeans are also great for pear shapes.
Colours- Opt for darker tones
Jeans- Check it out here (ASOS Marney Straight Leg Jeans in Dark Wash)
2) Tall
What is the right denim fit for you?
SKINNY/BOOTCUT/FLARES
Skinny jeans work well for tall women.
It depends on whether you want to add even more height to your appearance. Bootcut and Flares will make your legs longer- but I don’t see anything wrong with that! It will give you that supermodel look. Hey, there Naomi Campbell *waves*.
Also look for brands that offer longer lengths. You may not want to wear something that is too short for you. I understand the headache of finding the right length. I am short, so sometimes jeans may come out longer. Don’t worry if the jeans come out short, you can work it. You can work the cropped look!
Colours- Look for lighter shades of denim
Jeans- Check it out here (Topshop Tall Moto Leigh Skinny Jeans)
3) Hourglass
What is the right denim fit for you?
WIDE LEGGED TROSUERS/BOOTCUT
Wide leg trousers is great for showing off that hourglass figure. Look for a midrise jean (sits midway on the stomach). It will create a lovely silhouette and fit nicely on your hips.
I know what you are thinking-ewww, bootcut *cringe*. However it is not bad as many think, when dressed right you will be looking fineeee! Bootcut is a good fit for the hourglass shape.
Jeans- Check it out here (Denham Pam Wide Leg Jeans)
4) Athletic
What is the right denim fit for you?
ANYTHING
Yes, that’s right- anything! Whether its boyfriend or slim fitted- athletic shapes can work it. Athletic body shapes are lucky, they can carry anything off. Skinny and Bootcut look particularly good on Athletic figures. Bootcut would give you a curvier silhouette.
Jeans- Check it out here (Levi’s Boyfriend Skinny Selvedge Jeans)
5) Inverted Triangle
What is the right denim fit for you?
FLARES
Flares is the best for an inverted triangle body shape. Flares would broaden your shoulders and balance it out.
Colours- Anything
Jeans- Check it out here (Mango Dark Wash Flared Jeans)
6) Petite
What is the right denim fit for you?
CROPPED JEANS
Petite girls stick to cute cropped jeans. This should be slim or skinny cut. A high waistline will lengthen your legs.
Jeans- Check it out here (Zara Cropped Jeans)
7) Apple
What is the right denim fit for you?
BOOTCUT
Bootcut will give you a slimming appearance. Try to find jeans that have pockets on the bum, to give your bum shape. Add heels and you’re ready to go!
Colours- Opt for dark denim
Jeans- Check it out here (M&S Collection Slim Fit Denim Bootleg Jeans)
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I absolutely love these shoes. When I saw it at Russell & Bromley’s sale, it had my name all over it lol. I love how the shoes are two-toned with pink and nude. The studs give a little edge to these elegant sandals. Something about the shoe says- ‘girls get ready we are lunching’- lol!
I think it is sold out online, but Russell & Bromley have the nude and black version. These are great for the Autumn and Winter season.
Check it out here the Russell & Bromley ‘Vixen’ (Black version).
Check it out here the Russell & Bromley ‘Vixen’ (Nude version)
It reminds me of the iconic Valentino Rockstud Sling backs. The difference is that Russell & Bromley’s ‘Vixen’ has less straps, is a full sandal and of course the price lol.
Kurt Geiger has something similar also. This is KG Kurt Geiger’s ‘Cally’. It comes in Red and Black
Check it out here- KG Kurt Geiger’s ‘Cally’ (Red)
Check it out here- KG Kurt Geiger’s ‘Cally’ (Black)
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Florals was one of the key trends for Spring Summer 2013. Florals as a trend has been running for many years. It has been a firm favourite. If you Remember, Miranda Priestley’s statement in Devil Wears Prada-‘Florals? For Spring? Groundbreaking’. It is a reminder that Fashion has a never ending love affair with florals. It is not stopping anytime soon. For the 2013 look, florals come 3D with oversized motifs and appliqués. This was seen at the Erdem show-the Master of florals.
Florals are all about having fun. It looks pretty and flirty in spring. It looks vibrant and exciting in the summer. I went for the girly floral look for my Flower Power OOTD.
Here are some Pictures:
I was wearing:
Floral dress- It was made in Ghana
Brown Wedges- Bertie (John Lewis)
Necklace- Wallis
Gold Bangle- a gift
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Who said it can only be black everything? Who said that black is the only colour for a monochrome look? Girls, Aunties and Yummy Mummies it can be done in any colour. Orange everything, Blue everything or Yellow everything-it can be done! I will definitely try a monochrome look in one of these colours and post it for all of you to see.
For this outfit, it was the ‘White Everything Look’. Summer has been lovely this year, especially by British weather standards lol. Nothing is better than wearing white, which will keep you cool in the summer heat. An all white look signifies class, sophistication and all things diva. When I was wearing this outfit, I felt I was in Saint- Tropez *I wish*. Instead I was in good ole Essex.
Here are some pictures:
I was wearing:
White Sleeveless Shirt-Old
White Palazzo Trousers-Old
Glass sandals- Marks & Spencer
Chunky necklace- Wallis
Gold Cuff- Wallis
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You can probably guess by now, I love bright colours and patterns. The Candy Colour trend has continued into Spring and Summer 2013 with it still being a key look. This was an OOTD for church.
Here are some pictures:
What am I wearing:
Candy Colour pink and orange dress- Marks & Spencer
Chunky silver necklace- Wallis
Platform Wedges- Kurt Geiger
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Hey everyone. Hope all is well. I recently went to Paris for a little get away at the end of June. I will be put be putting the pictures up very soon. This outfit is what I wore when I came back and took a stroll to my local shopping centre. When I came back, the heat wave in England had begun. I am loving this weather. I have been complaining, I will not deny it. Some days have apparently been hotter than Accra & Lagos, that is crazy! At least there air con is in most places. I just detest, the ‘sweat and the thirsty look’ as I call it. It is not a good look! It is essential in this heat to be carrying a bottle of water and some spray. Anyway, let me stop complaining because I would definitely not like it if started to rain. Hey ho, the UK hardly gets this kind of weather so I am going to appreciate it. It gives me a chance to wear all my colourful and patterned clothing. I was hoping for the sun to come this summer and I got more than I wanted.
Monochrome trend is a hot look for Summer 2013. The best thing about the look it can be versatile-so you can go for a edgy or a classic look. One of the best ways to achieve the Monochrome look is to go for polka dots, colour blocking or stripes. I chose to clash a small polka dotted top with striped white and black jeans.
Here are some pictures:
What I was wearing:
Polka dot top- Old top (cannot remember where it is from)
Striped Trousers-H&M
Belt- H&M
Black bag- DKNY
Black flats- Got it from my mum
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I know what you are thinking- double denim is a fashion disaster. However Double Denim can work if it is done right. We all remember the double denim outfits that Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake wore to the American Music Awards. She was wearing a bustier denim dress and he was wearing a denim suit with that awful cowboy denim hat. Double denim is back in! Designers such as Miu Miu showcased Double Denim at their spring summer show. Try not to make the double denim ‘matchy-matchy’- denim shoes, denim hat, denim dress and denim bag etc. For inspiration take a look at celebrities like Rihanna and Miranda Kerr who have rocked the Double Denim look well. It can be pulled off by all ages-whether in the teens, 20s, 30s, 40s and grown and fabulous.
Here are 3 ways Double Denim can be done:
1) Head to toe
This means that the top and bottom has the same or similar shade of blue. This outfit works with simple and neutral accessories. For a contemporary look try and add bold accessories like a studded bag or a statement belt.
Denim Shirt- Oasis (Click here)
Jeans- Topshop (Click here)
Studded Bag- Marks & Spencer Limited Collection (Click here)
Sandals – KG Kurt Geiger (Click here)
2) Ladylike
For a ladylike look try a denim dress or a denim shirt with a denim pencil skirt. This could be paired with feminine jewellery and elegant court shoes.
Denim Dress- Phase Eight (John Lewis) (Click Here)
Red Court Stilettos- Stuart Weitzman Russell & Bromley (Click Here)
Red Patent Handbag- Aspinal (John Lewis) (Click Here)
Chunky Pearl Necklace- John Lewis (Click Here)
Pearl Studs- John Lewis (Click Here)
Gold Watch- Radley (John Lewis) (Click Here)
3) Mix and Match
For this look to be achieved, mix and match different types of denims. This can be done for example wearing a denim shirt with distressed jeans. Additionally, wearing different colours of denim can work for example light washed out jeans with a darker denim top. Now a lot of jeans are mixed with leather or patterns. If you are looking for a contemporary look try jeans like this and a denim top. It is okay to mix and match.
Denim Shirt with lace- ASOS (Click Here)
Denim Shorts- H&M (Click Here)
Here are some pictures of my Double Denim OOTD on my weekend in Cambridge recently:
Denim Shirt-Mango
Denim Skirt- Marks & Spencer
Black Flatform Sandals- KG Kurt Geiger
Belt- Versace
Rose Gold Watch- Marc Jacobs
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Hello everyone. This is some quick snaps of my OOTD when I went to Bath for a day trip last week. I love love love Aztec, African and tribal prints. I am always looking out for any interesting printed clothes. The tribal printed top is actually a long shirt that I tucked into my harem trousers. I am a big fan of chunky jewellery- it can make an outfit pop. It can also jazz up an ordinary and plain outfit to give it an expensive look. The combination of tribal prints and chunky jewellery is always a winner. I chose the teal tank top just to break it down and give me some colour. I actually had another outfit planned for this trip but the weather ruined my plans. I do hope that the weather gets better and stops misbehaving. It’s June and I want to wear colours!
I was wearing:
Windsmoor Tribal Printed Shirt (got it from my mum).
Marks & Spencer Limited Collection Teal Tank Top
Kaliko (John Lewis) Dark Grey Harem Trousers
Wallis Gold Chunky Statement Necklace
Marc Jacobs Watch
Black flats (got it from my mum)
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