Nail Arting: 2

I haven’t done a Nail Arting post in a while, my sincerest apologies… Ok now that you have forgiven my lazy nail tendency (I have mentioned this in Nail Arting: 1) I bring you this week’s colour:

Navy Blue

As I sit here listening to Madame Lana Del Rey (One of my nail idols, she’s amazing yo) and reflecting on the colour of my nails… I think to myself that Navy Blue is a colour of royalty, mystery and even elegance. The internet might not say that but I like to think so and my pretty blue nails make me feel that way. So whatevs. I also feel very Emily Blunt in The Devil Wears Prada. Fun fact: The first recorded use of Navy blue as a colour name in English was in 1840.

I’m wearing Sinful Colors (2 Coats) and a top coat of Yardley Treatment Natural Crème

This is probably my favourite nail polish

xx

Nail Arting: 1

I’ve been wearing nail polish since I started varsity in February. My rule: a new colour every week. Alas, my lazy tendency kicks in sometimes and I wear a certain colour just over a week. Nail polish has become a staple in my life since I matriculated. I can’t even remember what my natural nail bed looks like. Seriously,  I’ve been coating my nails for the past 11ish weeks. And I love it. I decided that I might as well share this with you lovely readers, maybe you’d like to try some of these. So I will be doing this on a regular basis.

This past week I wore Rimmel London: 60 Seconds- In ‘230 Portbello Pink’

The ‘Xpress Brush’ requires a one second one stroke action. Otherwise it creates a weird lumpiness.

It dries in 60 seconds which is very useful for the modern day - all ways on the go - woman. I opted for two coats. I always do. Pink is such a strange colour for me to be wearing, I felt a little Barbie vibe coming from my fingertips. So weird. This was a gift to my sister and I, from my cousin Heidi. Along with other Rimmel London goodies.

“Get the London look”

 xx

Fashion Friday #3

Today’s ‘Fashion Friday’ I will be giving you one useful tip: How to achieve celebrity style with one accessory. We are all heavily influenced by what we see in the media. Dressing for comfort is the main objective, well… in my life, but dressing to impress doesn't hurt.

The accessory: Skull Printed Scarf.

Original: Alexander McQueen

Mine: Cotton On.

I’ve seen this signature Alexander McQueen scarf on countless celebrities such as Kim Kardashian, Nicole Richie, Ashlee Simpson, Pink, Lourders Ciccone Leon (Madonna’s daughter), Keith Richards, Lindsay Lohan etc. And when I saw it at Cotton On for R99… OBVIOUSLY I had to have it! Who doesn’t want to look like a swanky celeb, right? I wear it regularly, my sister loves it so much that she borrows it from time to time too. My mum shouldn't get any ideas though, woah.

The original Alexander McQueen scarf is available in an assortment of colours and fabrics, ranging from $575.00, $445.00 and $295.00 but don’t fret, I won’t even attempt to convert those prices to Rands and they don’t ship to South Africa, boo. So hop on down to Cotton On and grab one, they are available in white, black, dark green and red.

It looks great teamed up with practically anything and everything. A plain dress, skinny jeans and a leather jacket, a printed t-shirt and shorts too. It’s that versatile.  I recommend that you get yourself one for this winter. It’s not just your usual fashion accessory type scarf, it actually keeps you warm. I love it.

xx

Fashion Friday #2

Matric Ball. Every girls dream day, apart from her wedding day of course. As girls, we spend most of our High School years thinking about it. The glitz, the glam. Your special day. Your time to shine. To feel like a celebrity. To walk (in some cases), the prestigious "Red Carpet". 

My Matric Ball was one of the best moments of my life. I spent months gushing over dresses, shoes, hairstyles – what would the event be like? Would I dance? Would I look pretty like all the other girls, and most importantly, who would I take as a partner? Okay, I'll admit it... I spent years thinking about it and it came and went in an instant. After months and weeks of preparing, just like that, it was over. I had my hair done at my usual hairdresser and I was in awe that she actually did the style exactly like I wanted it. *Yay* to her. My dress was a red beauty sent straight from the Dress Gods. I absolutely love it! I even cropped it and wore it as a braids-maid dress to my sister's wedding. It's not everyday you get to parade around in full make up, heels and a stunning dress. Some people get the dress code so right. It makes me want to cry enough tears to last a few chick-flicks. And then others... They make me want to poke my eyeballs out. Hello. Please don't wear your grandma's curtain. It's not dress fabric. Bye. But my sister explained to me that not everyone has an older sister, with a wild/mad fashion skill that will help them and guide them in the right fashion direction - and that we should not judge. Sure Candice, take credit for my fashion sense why don't you. 

This made me question: Who do we take our fashion inspiration from? Obviously the media and celebrities. But ladies, we also have our grannies, mums, aunts and big sisters. None of you can tell me that you haven't fitted on your mum/big sisters high heels and paraded around like the Queen of England when you were a kid. Am I right? Yes. We've all done it.

It took me forever to find the perfect dress for my matric ball. In one morning I fitted on thirteen dresses. And if you know me... You know I was not happy. I'm the laziest person ever and that was so much effort. THIRTEEN! Sheesh. I made the decision to purchase a dress (laziness does not accommodate designing and having a dress made). After browsing through most of Cape Town with the guidance of my mum and two sisters, I went as far as Pretoria to find a dress. My pride and joy was purchased at a boutique type shop in Menlyn Park shopping mall. I swear. It was like one of those moment just out of the movies. I put it on and knew it was "the one". I fell in love. My earrings were from Sass Diva. Ring, a random jewelry shop. Bracelet, from my sister, I don't know where she bought it. And peep-toe nude heels from Aldo. *Yay* Oh and perfume - Kate Moss Vintage, a gift from my cousin and his wife. 

My sister kept it with her in Pretoria. Apparently if I looked at it too much I would become less excited. Uhm ok? But they were right. I couldn't contain myself in the week leading up to the ball. September 29, 2012. Forever etched into my heart. Putting on the dress, showing my family and friends, driving up to my school, walking the red carpet and dancing whole night in my pride and joy will forever stay with me as a memory I treasure. I thank my family for that wonderful opportunity. 

Here are some matric ball dresses the popular girls should wear. ( I'm a secret mean girl and we all want to look better than the popular girl right?)

 (Trance Party or Matric Ball?)

(Your mother must be so proud)

And here are some dresses I would recommend to those closest to my heart, my entourage. (kidding, I love my friends)

xx

Fashion Friday #1

As a young Lady I could never walk past The Lot in Canal Walk, without my inner fashion-enthusiast crying out “I WANT! I NEED! I MUST HAVE!” Like a kid in a candy store not knowing where to throw my eyes. In fact, my girls and I could never pass by without drooling at the shimmer and shine of their beautiful dresses - sequins everywhere. I LOVE. What girl doesn't need a little bling-bling in their life? (If you don’t like bling bling, I don’t like you). Their clothes are on trend, sassy and very chic. Now 18 and I wish I owned more of The Lot, not the actual store, just it's clothes.(I’m so sad, Le student life? Le sigh*)

I started following them on Twitter and liked their Facebook page. A girl needs some fashion goals, aspirations, you know? Their clothes are amazing! So I started casually saving the pictures and I take a look at them regularly to affirm my quest toward an awesome wardrobe. Just wait a few years till I  have a decent job with my totally awesome qualifications, you will see me in these outfits. Yes. You will.

Here are some of my favourite looks:

The bowler hat: 

The skater skirt: 

Looks for campus/everyday life:

Party hardy:

Silly shorts:

And some random favourites:

Comment below and tell me which looks you like most. And what you will wear to what event/party/gatherings.

(The Lot: situated in Canal Walk, Stellenbosch, Claremont and Kloof Street -Gardens)

xx

Follow The Lot here

PS... I have no words for these boots.