Shopping cart in Parow

So this weekend, including today was typical winter. Day where you would rather stay indoors by a fire, watch a few movies and not step a foot outside.

Unlucky for me, I had to take a trip to Parow to do a practical exam. A day started out as dreaded took a turn for the best. After my exam, we visited a mall and my mom bought me a few garments. This was the best new ever-

Apart from the mall being extremely full and the ‘AC’ was not working either so it was stuffy. I found the cutest things ever. I wish I had had more time and brought my purse with.

So my shopping cart was as follows:

-       A corduroy floral skinny pants. Which sounds odd and I don’t think anybody will purchase it, but it is amazing! I love it. Although my sister (who is 2 sizes smaller than me) bought the exact same pants as well as her friend and their pants tore completely by the crotch area. Makes me very worried to wear this pants in public.

-       A awesome vintage chain, with a clock on it. It’s probably one of my favourite items.

-       A high-waited elasticised skirt, with a tribal print at the bottom, and a brown belt was added to it.

-       A dirty pink t-shirt, which was a total bargain.

-       A high- waisted camel pants but it ends above the ankle, which is something different.

So that was my little shopping cart.

What I am missing are shoes galore.

Update

So strangers- I am back.

I have been so busy with exams and juggling work, things have been insane.

But a lot has changed in my life, some good and some not so good.

I went RED!

And No- not Rihanna red, although, it looks similar when I stand in the sun, but it is a deep wine red. I was so scared yet excited. I’ve been planning this for a while now and I am still getting used to looking at the girl in the mirror.

My inspiration for the change.

My colour when I'm in the sunlight.

Finding the best colour scheme to work with:

In am very fair and I surprise my when it comes to colour.

Hair: My natural colour is a dirty pale brown.

I have had my hair black. I though it would be harsh against my skin tone but ladies, if you are fair, don’t be afraid to experiment. It all depends how you are able to ‘work with it’ or pull the look off by styling your complete look.

As I said before, I am now a deep wine red- and it doesn’t appear to be that bad.

I am finding one complication- I am not sure what colours to wear because I don’t want to look like a rainbow (filled with colours), especially to work. But I am determined to make this work.

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Experimenting with random shades of nail-polish:

I have been admiring the pale, washed-out colours, example: creams, salmon

These shades I think add a fashion statement when added to the bold, avant- gard fashion we all seem to follow and purchase.

So this was a funny experience for me. On Sunday, when I had my hair done, the stylist doing my hair didn’t even hesitate for me to first see how my hair looked once complete before bombarding me, trying to force me to buy all these various products that in total ranges over R1000, and of course, these are a ‘MUST’ as no other shampoo or conditioner works! Only their products will work, the rest will ruin everybody’s hair. I felt so pressured, the more I’m saying “not right now, I’ll probably consider one product, not all” the more she brings another product and says “okay, we’ll keep it for you”. Sometimes these are the negative point that when considering to go to the hair salon, you have to prepare yourself to be stern.

Steps to consider when attempting to being stern:

-       Don’t look as though you doubting yourself.

-       Don’t hesitate in ANYTHING you say or answer.

-       Smile while you are talking/responding, any look of sadness gives them hope that you might reconsider to buy a product

-       Keep eye contact. Avoiding eye contact, you’ll feel guilty/ bad and gives them even further hope

-       Don’t use words like: ‘um, or, I think, maybe, not sure’- Just be direct and say No thank you but I’m not interested. This avoids them taking more and more products out for you to look at, knowing that right now you cant afford it.

Tip for this winter:

Please stock up on a lot of ascorbic acids such as oranges, naartjies, lemons and more.

Instead of filling up on food when feeling the hunger jump in; make yourself  a cup of tea or coffee, as to not bulk yourself up.

Warm colours are in with a touch of washed out colours in your nails or make-up.

Please don’t do your make-up in a warm colour scheme, it will appear a bit too harsh for now.

Mother's Day shopping

So today I went to the shops with my 'bf'. We went to Pick 'n Pay clothing in Tokai to the search for a "mothers day" gift. Upon entering the store I was court off guard. There were so many affordable garments from cardigans in amazing colours and pantyhose at affordable prices, if only I can well prepared. There were so many gum boots in various styles and even my 'bf' was amazed by everything. Then I popped in by Pick 'n Pay store and to my amazement there were so many unexpected little gadgets that one needs.
As winter approaches, remember moisturising is the key. This weird weather changes in Cape Town, tends to dry your facial skin. I recommend Aquas cream. The best remedy is to apply it both day and night. Anyway back to my mother's day shopping- this is the first time I go shopping for my mom without her being with, I'm so nervous, really hope she likes what we got her. Also helped my 'bf' get his mom something. So hope everyone is ready for tomorrow- spoil your Mother.

This we stepped back into the 80's in Production at HSM

So this is the Production department at Highbury, where all the action happens. Never a dull moment and as promised we are preparing for our 80's theme day.



Lisa doing her neon pink nails.



Maddie starting her over-done 80's make-up. Her eyee shadow got darker during the day. :-)

Hen and her neon  pink head band that she utilized great into a scrunchy.

Chanelle doing the side-pony which looked awesome.

Janine 'pimping' out neon mixed earrings

Jodie- you have to give credit for her awesome 'shades' and hoody.

Milla, winning the 80's look. She is a true fashionista!

So this is how we ended up, looking 80's and glam!! That's what I love about our department, we have fun and we don't care what others think. We making our own memories which looks stunning and have so many laighs.

From left: Jodie and then Hennelie.



Hennelie

From front going back: Me, Milla and Hennelie

From front going back: Jodie, Chanelle, Janine and Maddie.

Group photo- Front left, Jodie then myself. Second from bottom left: Chanelle and opposite her is Milla. Back rom from left: Janine, Maddie and Hennelie.

Janine with a funky hair-do.

Janine and Hen holding Milla's foot. Chanelle capturing the moment.

I got to LoVe where I work.

Getting angry at my awkward fringe

So Today I had a major hair, well fringe situation. My fringe just wouldn't work with me. It kept becoming volumed, or not staying the side that I 'swept' it too. And to make matters worse was that Cape Towns weather went all frosty and windy with a chill in the air.
This awkward fringe stage is getting out of control and going beyond my wildest thoughts- I actually get annoyed when I see myself in the mirror. I have a goal that on the 29 May, I want to book an appointment to get my hairstyle changed completely.
I want to go a different colour- which I have never been before, as well as get a minor trim and a DEFINITE fringe change/ trim. I'm so excited for that day!
I'm also excited for tomorrow- every Friday in the Production Department we try to do a 'theme'. For example, last week our theme was "Royal" because of the royal wedding- but the weather wasn't on our side so most of us just dressed for warmth. So tomorrows theme is 80's. Lets see how it goes.
Exciting stuff!

The Pony Tail

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I love having my hair in a pony. Sometimes I feel like I'm still at school and it makes me feel bad but I've found some pony tails that can be worn anytime even on the run way.

SHOPPING CART

So it’s been ages since I posted a blog. So I’ve been shopping for myself and getting a few needed items. Recently I’ve lost a bit of weight in my legs, not tht much but some and things got bad, so a point where I was wearing a “skinny” but it was not skinny at all. It was loose and sloppy. So I was determined to buy myself a “well-deserved”skinny jeans that sat tight to make its title mean something.

Also the weather in Cape Town has been going crazy. We are literally jumping from Scorching Summers to Icy cold winter, with pouring rain, lighting and thunder. So shopping for some winter garment was a must. I’ve always wanted a cerise pink cardigan, not sure why  I felt is goes with anything and just completes my outfit to be or feel like a girl. So this was bought, my little shopping cart:

-       Dark indigo blue skinny jeans.

-       Cerise pink cardigan

-       Red chiffon, long sleeve shirt

-       Maroon, cull-neck long sleeve top

-       Matching maroon sneakers, sand shoes

-       Black button earrings

What I desperately need is a bag for work. I’m thinking of going to check out Chinese stores because they have some potentially great stuff.