GIRL ABOUT LIFE BLOG: May 2016

LOOK POST: BLACK BOOT BABE

Anyone that knows me well or goes through my Instagram feed once in while knows that I looove boots. For a while I was obsessed with brown boots but now black boots have have taken over my thoughts and Instagram feed. I enjoy finding different ways to wear them and knowing myself I'll probably put them through so much wear and tear before winter ends. I probably need to get myself another pair.

For this particular "school-day, chilled Friday campus" look (took these on a Friday in between lectures) I decided to pair the boots with these jeans that have been buried deep in my closet not because of neglect though. They didn't fit for a while so I guess I've shed a few kilos. This olive green gilet is also one of my favourite things to wear.

OUTFIT

Gilet: PEP

Long sleeve tee: from a guy friend who forgot it in my bag years ago (LOL)

Jeans: Levi's

Boot: Cotton On

Photography: Akosua Asante
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LOOK POST: IN A PENCIL SKIRT

A pencil skirt is one of the most sexiest item of clothing I own. The one thing I love about them is they are sexy in every length. I picked this one up from Mr Price quite a while back and I've been wearing it with boots and sneakers. For this particular look I decided to step things up a little by adding a pair of heels. A nude heel is an essential for every girl. The shade is versatile so it can go with almost everything, The shirt is a great contrast to the fitting skirt because it is loose and airy. this combo places all the attention on the hips and legs. It is a great pair if you want to accentuate your lower region and take the attention away from your torso and chest.

All the items are from Mr Price

Phototgraphy: Akosua Asante

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LOOK POST: THE PONCHO

I've wanted a poncho for a while now so when I saw this one at Ackermans I just had to have it. They only had big sizes but I was willing to take the risk and buy it still. Needless to say I really don't regret buying a large size, I rarely wear fitted things anyway especially when its cold. I paired the poncho with black ripped jeans (which I tried to DYI), black boots and this maroon hat.

I love the details on the poncho and the hat compliments it beautifully.

OUTFIT

Poncho: Ackermans

Jeans: Thrifted

Boots: Asmalls

Photography: Akosua Asante

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LOOK POST: SWEATER WEATHER

Sweaters are a neccesity for this season. I feel like I should get them in every shape, cut, colour and possibly every size. With sweaters you can get so many different looks. Wear it with a shirt underneath and you have yourself a collegiate, preppy look, wear it with sneakers or trainers and you have a sporty look. You can also wear it with heels and have a more formal look. I absolutly love versatile pieces and for students they go a long way.

OUTFIT

Sweater/Jersey: thrifted

Jeans: OBR Denim

Shoes: Converse All Stars

Photography: Akosua Asante
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LOOK POST: WINTER IS COMING

Am I the only one who feels like Joburg weather just jumped striaght to winter, no warning, no Autumn, nothing. I really enjoy winter though. The fashion in Autumn and Winter is really great. I love coats and boots and layering. I love anything olive green so this look fully encompasses all the things I love about winter/fall fashion.

I got the green top dress a couple of months ago and I could not wear it because the back is too short for my liking but now paired with stockings and a coat long enough to cover my thighs I can rock this dress comfortably. My favourite thing about this dress is the slit. It's so slinky. Also I think pantyhorse are the most sexiest things ever plus the fact that they feel like second skin is just amazing.

OUTFIT

Dress: Mr Price

Boots: Cotton on

Coat: Thrifted

SIDE NOTE: Yes! I am back on Blogger. Might mave back to wordpress as time goes on

photography: Akosua Asante

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PRODUCT REVIEW: HAND AND BODY WASH

Ever notice how we “inherit” certain things from our mothers. I am not talking about genes or possessions just the way they do and say certain things, Buying things from Avon for me is like one of those things I got or learnt from my mother. I started ordering from Avon last year and I haven’t looked back since. They have really affordable stuff and the quality never disappoints.

This time around I decided to get a body and hand wash. These two are such a treat. They have chamomile and oat extracts, which are known to have a good effect on one’s skin. Chamomile has been used for centuries as an anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal and an antiseptic amongst other things. This combined with oat extracts which are known for their good moisturising and skin repair properties makes a good combination for a body or hand wash.

After using this for more a week I have noticed a huge change. My skin feels smoother and less dry. I would recommend you try this out.

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TO DO: SMOOTHIES

For the past couple of weeks I have been blending every single fruit in my fridge, mixing different ones to make smoothies. Most of them worked out great and some not so much. I decided to share some of my favourite combinations. Smoothies are a great way to consume fruits plus they are quick and easy to make. If you want to go 1 more step healthier you can add oats into the mix and have yourself blended “cereal” LOL. I normally have these in the morning because I am too lazy to make breakfast for myself. These are also great for when you have friends over, just throw chunks of fruits in the blender and serve.

INGREDIENTS

mango
peach
mint leaves
water/ice cubes

INGREDIENTS

pineapple cubes
apple
lemon juice

INGREDIENTS

apple
kiwi
mint
lime juice
ginger

*Just chug all the ingredients in the blender and BLEND! The amounts are to your own discretion.

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PRINTS ON WHITE

This is our last and final look for the white jeans series. For this particular look post I decided to go for something bright and busy. Since the jeans are a solid colour I thought pairing it with a colourful top would work really well. The two balance each other out.I went with nude heels and again no accessories because the top already speaks volumes. A couple of rings maybe and a bright lip is all you need for this outfit.

OUTFIT

TOP: THRIFTED

JEANS: OUTBACK RED DENIM

SHOES: MR PRICE

I really had fun doing this 3 part series. I will definitely be doing more. If you have any suggestions on which item of clothing you’d like to see next please comment down below.

Photography: Mpho Mahlaela

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BLACK AND WHITE

“The most colourful thing in the world is Black and White, it contains all colours and at the same time excludes all.”

Continuing with our white jeans 3 part series, Today I bring you a look of sheer simplicity with a bit of punk rock (I don’t know what that means). My most favourite thing about this outfit has to be the boots. I wanted them for so long and when I finally found them on SALE I just went crazy and spent my last on them and I don’t regret it. They are so comfortable (not at first though) and they go with almost everything in my wardrobe.

This is what I’d wear to school or running errands. Black and white go so well together, you can’t fault it and I am a simple person so I love things that do not require a lot of effort and a lot of thought put into it so this works really well for me.

OUTFIT DETAILS

TOP: COTTON ON

CARDIGAN: FACTORIE

JEANS: THRIFTED

BOOTS: COTTON ON

SUNNIES: MR PRICE

Photography : Mpho Mahlaela

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MONOCHROME ALERT

This is the first post of my white jeans series. I have decided to create 3 different look posts all centred around white jeans. I enjoy posts like these, they make you feel like you can get away with a lot with just one item of clothing.

For this outfit I decided to go with an all white look. Like I said before I feel like monochrome is such an effortless look and I’m really looking into getting more bright monochromatic looks. I paired it with a nude heel because nude goes well with everything.I love how simple yet versatile this look is. It’s also a blank canvas, you can put on a leather jacket or a nice statement neck piece and it will change the whole look.

OUTFIT DETAILS:

Top: Cotton On

Jeans: Thrifted

Shoes: Mr Price

Sunglasses: Mpho’s