Many of us deal with family affairs whether it affects us directly or not. In my case, I’m smack bam in the middle of it all. It’s stressful and can really take a toll on one’s body. You have negative thoughts on how you want to punish that person for causing so much pain and suffering to you and your family.  I’m actually considering of either writing a novel or a blog about what not to do with your Will. As someone having first hand experience of how a Will can turn into a tag of war and blame game situation, spreading awareness is the only way to help avoid the stress it causes to someone else. What do you guys think?

With only a week left before my breaking up, some of the staff including myself  have become sick. I think it’s pure exhaustion of 2015. I’m honestly so excited about this holiday compared to all the other years of working. I really worked my fingers to the bone this year and so have many of you guys. We simply just need a damn break to relax, put up our tired feet and have fun.

The festive season has arrived and with that comes a lot of occasions like beach parties, braai days, social gatherings and just a full on dressing up party. And with this summer heat out in cape Town, who would want to layer so many clothing. That is why it’s best to get yourself a throw on dress that can be worn to any event. I’m not fond of the colour pink but I opted to try out the palette on my skin and fell in love with the vibrant colour.

You can wear it down with embellished sandals, a pair of pumps or wear it with heels like I did. Anything that makes you comfortable and suits the occasion is key to tying the outfit together.

Photo Credit: Arlene Marthinus

Dress and heels: Fashion Express / Watch: Klines Accessories

Until next time.

People with a fuller body figure like myself tend to be self conscious about what they wear. I’ve gained weight over the last two years and many people who do, make sure to lose the weight fast. I decided to embrace it instead but it came with challenges and, still does. I mean, I have thick thighs, saggy arms and a huge ass and many would feel uneasy with wearing chic clothing.

It took me a long time to accept that this is my body and to actually love it. I still get the crude comments of “I’m fat” and “when do I plan on losing the excess fat” jiggling in various places but it really doesn’t faze me. Yet for a lot of others, they begin to hate fashion and the trends that come with it like this button down skirt. I’ve seen this skirt everywhere and was so scared to even try one on with my wide hips to avoid the disappointment of it not looking great on me. Then I saw this denim one and took it home with me.

I told myself that maybe it won’t look sexy on me but what the hell! I’m going to make it work and, I think I’ll be wearing it all through summer. Suck that, haters lol! I paired it with a gorgeous summery print woven strappy top, my hat and these brown lace-up heels to give my look a bit of a sassy feel.

Photo credit: Arlene Marthinus

Skirt and woven top: Fashion Express / Hat: Cotton On / Lace-up heels: Legit / Bangles: Edgars

Until next time.

“I’m movin’ on up, excuse moi, pardon, it’s me. There’s a new chapter to life that I’m starting to see.” – Money by Drake

I’m not particularly a Drake fan but that lyrics speaks volumes to my life right now. I’ve successfully completed my Public Relations Management Degree which took me two years to complete. I told myself that in the year 2016, I’m taking a long year break from studies but what did I do? I ended up enrolling myself to do a SEO Strategy course at the AAA School of Advertising.

So December has finally arrived. Whoop, whoop. But it comes with many of us splurging on food, gifts, clothing and outings and, I told myself that instead of spending my money on unnecessary things I probably have already, I want to visit new places and make my holiday an adventure.

About this look: Jet really has been stepping up their game the last few months in the fashion department. I loved the slogan tee which is simply yet chic. I paired it with an asymmetric printed skirt which is quite different and pushed the boundaries with these purple lace up heels. I’m so in love with them, I would really like to marry them though haha.

Photo Credit: Arlene Marthinus

Tee and skirt: Jet / Heels: Fashion Express / Watch: American Swiss

Until next time.

I’m so happy for this cool weather we experiencing out in Cape Town because I can guarantee that once December/January hits, it will be full-blown summer season with heatwaves and we’ll be praying for at least some sort of breeze.