Avoiding the inevitable...

Hello again all, I have been toying with what to blog about today... How does one prove a point without sometimes being controversial? In fairness, it’s easy to be controversial, the cleverness and wit comes from how one portrays the point! Sound cryptic? I know it does to me too... When one blogs, they generally want to spill the beans on their own personal journeys/experiences/mistakes etc. and how we made come backs from all of them. People are selfish remember, we all love talking about ourselves! That’s undeniable, that’s why places like the internet are an absolute dream because it creates a void where you can talk and talk without being interrupted or have anyone’s opinions to match or defend. Sounds great right but what happens if all this trigger happy typing goes array and you write something you probably shouldn’t about someone who knows someone who read the blog of someone who knows someone who read YOUR blog? That person is going to feel attacked by the internet, as if their own personal story has now been splashed on some blog without anyone’s permission. What if you decide that the best revenge on an asshole ex is to blog nasty stories about him/her? Believing you’re convincing the world that this person is the lowest of the lows and they should all follow you because that’s how YOU feel, do we really think that is going to portray you in a good light? At the end of the day, that’s what you’re trying to do... Understandably so! Here’s my thing, I am an impulsive person, and I tend to feel before I think. It’s a lovely thing at times but is my ultimate curse. There have been many times that I've typed up a blog post when angry or hurt and luckily never posted them because when I read the post the next day, I realised that by reacting in ways like that is only making you look like the idiot. It’s not only the internet; we all do impulsive and make rash decisions when hurt or angry. That will always be the case, but perhaps it takes a good few deep breaths and a word or two with someone who anchors you to realise that in fact the best thing to do is be strong and walk away. We will all learn this lesson the hard way by making the grave mistake of allowing the switch to flip and your cool plan of staying calm and collected goes straight out the window. I have typed this post as carefully as I could without bringing any of my own personal situations into it...if someone out there thinks it’s aimed at you, you're probably right but I promise I didn’t do it on purpose;) x

Realising Reality....

So I know I haven’t been very consistent recently with my blogging, it's not for any other reason than I am now a permanent employee at Woolworths in Lingerie Design. It's still all a bit surreal...it’s bizarre how certain things turn out. I lacked complete focus throughout school and Fashion College, sure I passed but my marks were never anything great. I guess I was considered a clown/rebel/average student with a social life that may have taken priority when it shouldn’t. However through the many teacher meetings, parental lectures (love you guys) nothing ever really stuck. I really wasn’t trying to be bad, it just happened naturally haha, for so long I didn’t understand why I couldn’t become more academic or increase my marks with ease. Until now! When I finished university last year, I had 2 things on my mind, Thailand and running as far away from Cape Town as I could (the reasons for that were pretty much why any girl would feel the need to run) I had vaguely thought about 2013 and immediately just assumed that I would take advantage of the British passport and go travelling, or I would go and work on the yachts, my mind even travelled to Australia to join my cousin there. However many options there were I was convinced that I was done with Cape Town. After reality hit, and hit hard, I realised that I actually needed some money to be going to all these places... luckily Thailand was a present so that was an inevitable trip over new year’s however the rest was left completely open. I decided to intern with top SA designer, Colleen Eitzen, over December holidays to make some money for my trip, not really thinking anything more of it. However after the month of working there, I woke up to the realisation that I had woken up every day at 7am over my December holidays to go to work, and I don’t remember hating it once, in fact it had become second nature. I fell in love with the people and my boss and everything that went on during the day and I loved going home knowing I had fulfilled a very productive day. After my time with Colleen Eitzen designs, I left for my trip to Thailand, I won’t go into that because that is worth a whole other post, but to say it was the best time of my life is an understatement. Everything that I was running away from, I left on a small island off Phi Phi Island, it really did cure the soul. I came back with a new love for my Cape Town and couldn’t believe I had even considered giving up on it. After working in December I realised that although taking a year off travelling etc. would have been exciting, I knew it was my "predictable" choice. That wasn’t going to be an adventure for me, my adventure would be to dive straight into a career and not just any career, my dream job of working for a big retail company. When the opportunity for an interview at Woolworths came along, I packed up everything into my little yaris and made the move back to Cape Town, I didn’t care that it was just an interview, this was my calling and I knew that it was a sign to get back to Cape Town... so within 4 days of being back in South Africa from Thailand I was hot footing it off to Cape Town. To cut it short, I was given the job as a design intern in womenswear... It all seemed to move quite smoothly from there... 7 months down the line I was being called in for a permanent position in Lingerie. My point of this post is this; No matter whom you are where you have come from or what you may or may not have done, you really are the only person that can determine your future. I know it sounds cliché and for many they have heard it time and time again, but this is coming from someone who learnt her lessons the hard way (every time) and who believed that her destiny was to be a drifter, not really focused or ambitious and I also believed that past mistakes would haunt me forever... Truthfully, they really don’t! You move on and you can become the better person, it’s completely up to you! Your support systems are important yes, but at the end of the day, the only one who’s going to give you a proper smack of reality to the face, is you! Love what you do, and you'll never work a day in your life... so true!

Woolworths Lingerie Designers know how to dress..

Some of the designers from Woolworths Lingerie...
Ange is our graphic designer... Love the combination of this novelty print and high tops... Very funky and suits her well.

This is Andi, our other graphic designer... She is continuously impressing us with her fashion choices. Shes not scared to push the limits and I am yet to see a fashion fail... Love her vibe!

Shanaaz is an assistant designer and the designer for slippers, again someone who is ready to push the limits without crossing lines. Always looking classy with a great edge...

Keeping within the theme of today.... your perfect skater look.

High waisted Denim shorts - Get them anywhere but Top Shop has some beauties.

Ray-Bans from just about everywhere...Sunglass Hut has a great selection

Sweater - Mr Price

Chambray collared shirt - Mr Price

Slouch Tank - Mr Price

Boyfriend Beanies - Top Shop 

Skater Girl, she said see ya later boy!

Hello All....

I have been so useless this week with posting, inspiration just hasn't hit. I cant imagine what it must be like as a writer and you hit this mental block, must be so frustrating. Anyway I am going to force it out of me and see where it goes...

Lately I have been obsessing over 3 things, converse, skateboards and long hippy blonde hair. I have absolutely no doubt that I along with 1 million others are thinking the exact same thing. What a weird obsession to have! Back in the day I was always a barbie playing, dress wearing, hop scotch hopping type of a girl. Tom-boy(ism) was never a big part of my nature, however clearly the new trend is to be exactly that. Feminine acts such as Audrey Hepburn whistling down a cab in Breakfast at Tiffanys with her pearls and LBD have turned into something very much of the past. The new thing to do is to walk out your home and hop on your skateboard and look incredibly groovy doing it. It's all over Tumblr, Instagram, pinterest etc. there's always an ocean to the left with a beautiful sunset, beanies and ray-bans, girls holding hands with their skater besties or their incredibly cool looking boyfriends. Those pictures really leave me feeling inspired. It just looks far to cool... 

But in Reality...

I would 100% fall and break something and my whole hipster, skater girl look would crumble as quickly as my poor bones would. I'd break my ray-bans, lose my beanie and probably scruff my converse into waste. Doesn't sound so appealing to me now. Is it really the skateboarding that girls love or is it the kick ass pictures we get to instagram? If its the latter, hook me up with a funky board and I'll sit on it, the whole way along the promenade. Maybe the bestie or bf could pull me along with a string? Now we're thinking! I think I will stick to my fantasy of a New York cab or a Blair Waldorf chauffeured car.

Slightly precocious, but had to say it!

Pastel Fresh...

Feeling Pastel Fresh this weekend.. Some inspiration to follow

My Favourite Winter Look for today:

Woolworths Laptop case

Mr Price Jumper

Woolworths Peter Pan collar dress

Woolworths Knee high bow socks

So the whole world has become wrapped up in this whole "Kimye" baby saga... North, South, East or Wild Wild West, who really cares?! They are celebs that decided to give their baby a crazy unique name (big surprise there) Is it really that interesting? Dont get me wrong I am just as obsessed with reality programs as the next girl, but lets put things into perspective. I have seen more tweets, articles and facebook status's about this ridiculously non-interesting slice of information than I have seen about our absolute iconic heroes slow and inevitable death, Nelson Mandela.

I dont want to be morbid and write my obituary yet... I can't even begin to fathom the thought of losing one of histories most beautiful souls...All i'm saying is lets just get real here, place your thoughts and prayers where they should be, yes babies are awesome and a blessing, but their name should not be the prime focus of all.

X

Presently working on a new project in Lingerie... It's so interesting! We completely underestimate how cool underwear can actually be! Not only are people looking funkier underneath their clothes, but lingerie is now becoming day wear. Not the racy lacy numbers no, but the the lace bandeau, bralettes etc. are being made in a way now that teamed with a pair of high-wasted anythings, you have yourself a crazy summer outfit. Festival living if there ever was. Cotton on is probably the leading brand for these styles... but watch this space, there's more to come

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Oh Yeahhhh... so it's back to my hometown today! Heard from the locals that it is a sunny 25 degree's, this make's me too excited! Cape Town has been hit with what I can only describe as the snow queens wrath... This will be my first full-blown winter in Cape Town, I would generally be heading home for a few weeks... Anyway it is not the end of the world, just have to rethink the wardrobe (never a treacherous task if you ask me) I decided to explore some of the European online stores, just too look ya know, never buy (humm)

Anyways, I found some really funky stores and I have now become obsessed and yes I absolutely ordered online. I feel that this winter is a playful one. Yes, its's lovely to look classic and "french" in winter but there really is just so much more you can do with it. I suggest always having your standard classic trench coat, not only do you look completely smooth in it, but it really does keep you warm. But instead of combining it with your standard boots, cardigans etc. mix it up a little. Add some brogues instead of boots, with a boyfriend beanie just because its cool too look hipster!  Neon coloured accessories, (not my fav, but I'm supposed to like them) I saw a interesting style of Nike neon running sneakers with skinny jeans and a trench. Look pretty funky actually, I take back all my "know-it-all" comments about running shoes being work as everyday shoes... sorry fashion Gods.

Have a look at these combo's.... I dig it!

Would Kill for some summer beach strolling... 

Slightly gushy and romantic but hey, lets admit looks pretty damn cute!

My favourite look of the day...

We can look like this too....

Woolworths Ankle Boots

Mr Price Boyfriend Jeans

Cotton on Jumper

Cotton on felt hat

What I am wearing today..not that anyone cares but it looks cool on my blog so shh!

Cream Loose turtleneck Woolies Jersey

Light wash denim jeans - Mr Price

Navy Brogues - Mr Price (LOVE)

So now that the blog has been reinvented, now it's time to get the rest of life in order... I always find it better to write it down, record it and then hopefully, my new "set of rules" will guide me into creating (excuse the cliche) a better me!

First things first... I am now in the working world, I graduated and got a job.. pretty standard really, I didn't go off on some crazy adventure like I originally said I would, instead I merely glided into normal everyday life and if I am honest it really has been a treat. Being on a salary has seriously made me question my economical brain. Ok, I've never really possessed that but still... the shopping addiction seemingly escalated as my first pay check wen through the bank. HUGE problems! 

My goal of the week.... learn to budget! 

1. Do not go to the shops when you know you cant afford the clothes, that's dumb, you will cry!

2. You know you cant afford to go out to lunch/dinner/coffee so find yourself a boyfriend that will take you       on dates, no I am joking, but rather just have your people round to your place and maybe ask you BFF to grab a carton of milk on their way? Then you have for the whole week!

3. 2 Minute noodles... do not underestimate the power of the R4 dinners!

4. If you think that by shopping at Mr Price is going to save you money, you're wrong. You will end up spending more because each individual item is so cheap that it seems like such a bargain, until you get to the till point at and the cashier ask's you to swipe your life away... again you will cry.

5. Get a hobby, will keep you out of the stores (and no, not a hobby that;s going to require you spending more time buying things) 

6. Put your cold turkey feelings into maybe exercise or reading books... don't start smoking or drinking, you will be more broke than before. 

7. At the beginning of the month, spend your money on the necessities, you know, petrol, groceries, rent... this does not include a new jacket or shoes because its your treat. NO, you are not rich, you cannot treat yourself!

Let's see how long this lasts...ha!