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Clothing

Mar 26, 2011

Red Lipstick & Shoulder Pads

Lord and Lady Fashion have taken a long look in the rear-view mirror, revved up their black sedan and reversed, full speed into the the 80s and, upon slowing down, arrived at the 70s. As baggy bottoms become the cool for the lady, her boyfriend’s jeans are becoming skinnier by the second. The briefcase is the office fashonista’s favorite asset and the man-purse is taking softer edges instead of sharp, square ones. Women roll up their trousers today; men roll up their trousers even higher tomorrow. The platforms, the bright colors, the Coogi® sweaters (oh yes), the blazers, socks with heels, bowties, oxfords, et cetera, et cetera.

Recently I tried my very first visible lipstick - a pastel-esque pink color that my friend coerced me to wear. Apparently this was the act of stepping out the tight little box that I had imprisoned my fashion-forward inner child in, and I should have been proud of myself. For putting on lipstick.

Feb 25, 2011

Georgie Badiel

What more can I say. Georgie Badiel is my type of model.  Photographs really nicely and has an amazing body. She's from Burkina Faso and has done shows for Diane von Furstenburg, Marc Jacobs, Issey Miyake, Louis Vuitton, Chado Ralph Rucci, Oscar de la Renta, Bottega Veneta, Chado Ralph Rucci, Dries van Noten and Rick Owens. I'm a fan.

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Feb 09, 2011

Meet Charlotte Seck

"I am 24 and I live in Paris. When I was a child, I loved reading books especially George Sand's books and other writers from the 19th century and I always secretly dreamt of  being a writer. In 2008, I went to New York for a survey on globalization. My trip was inspiring and I started writing my first book."- Charlotte Seck

I had the honor of interviewing Charlotte Seck, a writer and fashion blogger from Senegal. We spoke about her love for fashion and her book "Sa Vie entre luxe et humanitaire". She's also working on a second book.

Feb 09, 2011

Dolce & Gabbana SS11

Again, days like this when I feel like I should have been born a man. Every look in the  D&G Spring/Summer 2011 collection is tailored to perfection. I can only smile in admiration. 

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Feb 08, 2011

Look of the day

I can't sleep so I'm stuck here creating looks. I put together my favorite handbag at the moment with this killer McQueen blazer that is to die for. You might have noticed the look is missing a top but I couldn't find space for it sad.  I searched everywhere for the Givenchy shoes in nude and had to settle for the black one which still works perfect. I absolutely love this look. Very me, very effortless and minimalist. A lot of  "very's" ...maybe I need some sleep. See you tomorrow inshallah. Thanks for reading everyone. Ciao x 

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Feb 07, 2011

Women Across Borders by L&L

Hi guys!!!

I am super excited. I have something cool I wanted to share. My friend is launching a business called Women Across Borders by L&L and they sell gorgeous handmade items from Kenya. I'm not exaggerating when I say gorgeous. They are absolutely beautiful. I remember how euphoric I was when I saw the new Fendi collection and it is that same feeling again if not more with Women Across Borders by L&L. Without sounding like a preacher, you and I know we spend millions of dollars in French and Italian fashion houses. I say let us support our people. Let us put Africa on the map. These handmade items from Kenya are to die for. The bags I saw ranged from $35 to $45 and those are some very affordable prices.. They also sell handmade accessories and batiks. If you are into all things ethnic, you're gonna drool like I did.

Jan 28, 2011

Burberry Prorsum Jacket

If I were to have a wishlist right now, this Burberry Prorsum jacket gotta to be in there. GOTS 2 be! hehe ...Ahh quite a sight to behold
Jan 28, 2011

Gucci Fall/Winter 2011

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Adore these man bags and foldable briefcases
Jan 19, 2011

My Favorite Purses

 

When I did the 10 things about fashion article on WFI, I talked about my favorite handbags. Only a few of them had images so I thought I'd share all of them on here and give you awesome people a better picture ..and a feel of what I like.

 
Enjoy ;)


Mulberry Alexa
 
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Jan 04, 2011

Fendi Spring 2011

 

The purses from the Fendi Spring 2011 collection are to die for. I'm drooling just looking at them. Ooh la la ...

 
Here are my favorites ...