Magaliesburg

Hi ladies

I had the most marvellous weekend I could ever have wished for.  I spent it with friends that mean the world to me chatting, sipping wine and eating great food.  There were so many special memories made but I thought I would share the most picturesque with you.  I went on a hike with my boyfriend and his family in the Magaliesburg.  The weather was so warm that we could swim in the natural rock pools with this incredible view in front of us.  As you walk further into the mountain there is a waterfall and a pebbled pool at the bottom of it.  It’s breathtaking, I could hardly believe my eyes.  I’m so lucky to be living in such a beautiful country and to be able to do things like this in the middle of winter.

I hope you had a wonderful weekend too.  Don’t forget to enter my Onesie giveaway which ends on Wednesday. 

xxx

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Parisian Chic

Cotton On blouse | Mr Price skirt | Forever New trench | Mr Price booties | Longchamps bag

I went for lunch at the Canteen with my boyfriend and his family this past Sunday.  We had such a good time and the food was delicious.  One of the things I still haven’t managed to accomplish with blogging is the way I get super self-conscience of whipping out my camera and taking pictures of the place that I’m in.  I always take my camera along but never have the courage to actually take the pictures that I want to share.  I’d love to blog more about the places I go and the things I see, probably more so than the outfit snaps that I have been taking.  Hopefully I can get over being so shy and if I really try hard, I should have some pretty pictures to share with you next week J

Don’t forget to enter the Onesie giveaway, it’s open until Wednesday!

xxx

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Giveaway {CLOSED}

I’ve teamed up with Onesie South Africa today for an exciting giveaway.  Own One Onesies is a Cape Town based company that has designed 10 different styles of Onesies South Africa in various prints.  If you’re daring enough, you could even customise your own print.  They are 100% cotton hooded jumpsuits so they’re perfect for those moments when you want to get super comfy whether travelling or watching movies on the couch.  They are available in sizes Small, Medium and Large and range from R500 to R650.

Today we’re giving away a Onesie to one lucky reader.  All you need to do is follow Arum Lilea and Onesie South Africa.

Entries are open to anyone residing in South Africa.  A winner will be drawn next week Wednesday.  Good luck! 

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Geek Chic

Mr Price sweater, shirt | Identity jeans (old) | Legit Boots | Mr Price bag | Sass Diva necklace | Michael Kors watch | Vogue glasses

Unfortunately I’m not one of those lucky souls with 20/20 vision.  My eyesight needs a little assistance.  Countless lectures and hours studying late into the night have probably aggravated this sad fact but I can’t really complain because I have found these adorable nerd glasses.  I can’t help but have a good chuckle every time I look in the mirror because I think I look hilarious.

In other news, I’ve got such a fun giveaway lined up for Wednesday so be sure to stop by then to enter!

Happy Monday

xxx

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How to Wear Peplum

Today I’m teaming up with Iptishaam Davids from Stitched – Lets Play Dress Up  to bring you a selection of Peplum looks.  I’ve opted to use my Zara peplum top in a variety of ways and Iptishaam has played with several peplum pieces.  Definitely stop by this gorgeous girl’s blog for a closer taste at her fashion sense.

xxx

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Casual Glamour

Bershka blazer | Mr Price scarf | Mr Price tee | Zara jeans | Woolworths booties | Longchamps bag | Ray-Ban sunnies | Michael Kors watch

Just a quick hello today as I’m on my way to lectures.  We’re so lucky to be having such lovely weather, you can hardly call this winter.

 

Hope you have a wonderful Wednesday!

xxx

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Blogger Style Exchange: Tube Skirt

Today I’m really excited to be teaming up with the gorgeous fashionista from Durbz, Brett from Fashion by Brett Robson.  We’ve come up with two ways for you to wear a metallic tube skirt.  Brett suggested we use this fantastic Mr Price skirt and funnily enough I already had it in my wardrobe.  Great minds I guess ;)  We’ve chosen different colours of exactly the same skirt and created two very unique looks.

For the look I created, I used a cream/gold version of the tube skirt. I added a chambray shirt, gold purse, blue wedges and a statement necklace.  I always tend to gravitate towards a little bit of a preppy look especially because I love a collar in nearly every outfit.

Brett has an edgy and sometimes even daring style.  She loves to turn heads and create looks the grab your attention rather than fade into the crowd.  She went for a head-to-toe metallic look with a envelop clutch, statement necklace, black belt and gladiator heels.  To top off such a glam look, she pulled it all together with a bold red lip.

Hope you like what we’ve put together for you.  We’ve had so much fun with this little project!

xxx

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Zara Coat

Zara coat | Legit pants | Jet sweater | Foschini chambray | Woolworths booties | Forever New bag | Sass Diva & Forever New bracelets | Michael Kors watch

Saturday was my precious dad’s birthday.  It was freezing cold so I pulled out my Zara coat that I bought in Germany in December.  I didn’t think I’d ever wear it in South Africa because it kept me warm in temperatures well below zero and we don’t ever experience that here.  But it was cold, and I didn’t feel like shivering so I piled it on and I’m so glad I did!

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Bright Pink

Mr Price shirt and leggings | Woolworths booties | Faux Fur vest (similar here) | bag (old) | Sass Diva & Forever New bracelets | Michael Kors watch | Legit sunnies (similar here)

I love to have a little pop of colour going in all my outfits, especially in winter.  I was instantly drawn to this bright pink Mr Price blouse which I thought would be great under my faux fur vest (which in case you hadn’t noticed, is suffering a heavy rotation).

This week I’m working furiously on my thesis while my boyfriend is away in Cape Town.  I’m hoping to have it finished by the time he comes back on Friday.  Wish me luck!

Happy Monday!!!

xxx

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Chocolate Chip Muffins

I’ve been craving chocolate chip muffins lately so I decided to whip out my grandma’s vanilla queen cake recipe which cannot be beaten.  I threw in some chocolate chips right at the end and voila the most delicious chocolate chip muffins.  I’ve eaten way too many but they’re so yummy I can’t help myself.

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Parka

Mr Price sweater, shirt and parka | Woolworths booties | Zara jeans | Sass Diva & Forever New bracelets | Michael Kors watch | Legit sunnies

I wore this on Sunday while taking a walk with my dad.  Sometimes there’s nothing more beautiful than taking a moment to enjoy the present.  That moment in time will be with me forever.

xxx

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Peach Jeans

Zara blouse | China town vest (similar here) | Mr Price jeans | Legit boots | Mr Price clutch | Sass Diva & Forever New bracelets | Michael Kors watch

This weekend I went to watch the new Superman movie.  I’ve had a thing for Superman since the tender age of 5, right through the teenage years with Smallville and I guess some things just never change.  Superman’s a hottie and he can save me any day.  Anyway this is what I wore on my romantic date with Clark Kent.  Swoon.

xxx

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