Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Q&A with MEEEE



So apparently you all want to know a little more about me, my life, & most importantly - What do I do for a living? What sparked this was all the traveling I did from August up until September. Thanks so much for submitting your questions on Facebook - I will try to keep answers short & sweet! xx

What do I do? I am a designer/merchandiser in the rag trade (clothing industry). The company I work for supplies retailers with ladies fashion merchandise. While I can't name some customers, one of our main customers is The Hub.

How do I get to travel? Since August, I have been to New York, Hong Kong, China & Dubai. Hong Kong is a normal stop before China - we generally spend a day or so there doing trending (aka shopping), & entertaining of customers (aka dinner). China is where all the work happens. Sittings in costings; going to the markets to source fabrics & trims; going to textile suppliers; visiting factories etc. I have recently taken on the merchandiser-in-training role & thats where New York & Dubai come in. Those trips are purely for the purpose of trending - which means you shop until you drop! Literally.

Me at our knitwear supplier in China

What did I study? I studied fashion design straight out of matric. So glad I realized it soon enough - this is my true passion in life.

What jobs have I had since finishing my studies? Before I even had my degree, I had a job - junior merchandiser for a kiddies character t-shirt supplier to a MAJOR retailer in SA (I can't mention names).  I had no real understanding of what the industry really was & I hated it. Quit before 6 months was up. I then took time off (which is when I started the blog) to do my own thing & figure my life out. I did a few matric dance dresses; styled photoshoots; studied a course on entrepreneurship; & blogged. Then, 2 years ago, I had a life changing experience which made me realize that I had forgotten about all my career ambitions. Now, with a BA Degree in Fashion Design, there were lots of different jobs I could've gotten into, but I knew I wanted to be in that buying/merchandising area. Anyway, I got a job at Woolworths working as an instore visual merchandiser aka window dresser. And while I loved it there & loved the job itself, I knew what I wanted in the long run. I stayed there for 6 months until I found my current job. Designer. I have been doing this for just over a year & a half.

Does my job support me as a blogger? Absolutely. I am so lucky to have found myself working in a environment that accepts that I have outside interests, & also values that everything I do is building my brand. If I make sure I have taken care of what I need to at the office, they don't hassle me too much about all the time I take off. But I wouldn't neglect my job for my blog. My job affords me international travel & a steady income so it would be silly of me. But that's also why I'm picky with which events I attend, I can't attend everything - Im not trying to be a socialite.

Do I feel like I could stay at my current job forever, or am I planning on bigger & better things? Right now, I am extremely happy where I am however I never rule anything out. Although, I do believe that it wont be easy finding another employer that believes in me like my current one. But, in terms of my future fashion goals, I definitely see myself launching a line of swimwear or clothing. I think that I have a fair understanding of what the consumer wants so why not?!

In the market with my supplier based in  China / Me / The Hub ladies wear buyer Cheryl

What did I want to do as a child? I wanted to be a lawyer (so glad I din't do that!). But I used to make Barbie clothes from old socks, so that could've been an early hint at my passion.

Besides fashion, what do I do, & what motivates me? Gosh I actually don't have much of a life! lol. I pretty much just go to work & sometimes attend events, & stay home. I am addicted to tv shows so that's what I do on most weekends! I'm a self motivated person. I push myself to achieve goals & don't need someone behind me trying to push me towards achieving greatness.

What inspires me? I'm pretty much inspired by everything I see. But mostly by clothing, photography & how clothing is styled. I treat my magazines like The Bible.

Why do I never share my relationship? Well, that's because I am single. Although I can't say whether or not I will be very public should I choose to get into a relationship at some point.

Where do I shop? I shop everywhere locally. But one of my favorites spots internationally is H&M!! I literally went to 3 H&M's in New York / 1 in Hong Kong / & 2 in Dubai!!! And that was in the space of 4 weeks!

Me in New York

What have been the challenges in getting where I am today? In terms of my blog, one of the biggest challenges is that I live in Durban. Not many fashion events happen here so I wasn't really in touch with other bloggers or with brands.Over the past year, I have put myself out there & developed friendships with other bloggers - that helps.

What advice would I give to someone who wants to do what I do? Well, be sure its where your heart lies. My heart belongs to fashion & I believe that that is why I am doing so well. But if it is what you want, go for it! It's not glamourous, & it's exhausting - but it's so worth it! Be realistic though, even I had the delusion that I was going to be the next amazing designer after I studied fashion. Truth is, most of us aren't. But the fashion & clothing industry is so vast that there are a million options. Or you can create your own opportunities too. Decide on what you want & go for it!

This has been great guys, I hope you feel like you know me a little better now :)


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Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Top Fall Ankle Boots

Top 11 coolest ankle boots...Yes, you read right, it's 11. I think top 10 lists are a bit d�mod�e and plus, I really did not know which pair I should eliminate. So here you have them: 1. Givenchy 2. Kurt Geiger 3. Chloe 4. Saint Laurent 5. Miu Miu 6. Tabitha Simmons 7. Miu Miu 8. Mango 9. Dolce Vita 10. Jil Sander 11. Church's 

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Monday, October 28, 2013

Girls At Play.TV Photoshoot in Cape Town


While in Cape Town  I met with Tracy-Lee Rosslind, the uber creative stylist & art director behind Girls At Play.Tv. I was so excited to meet this lovely lady I have know over twitter, instagram, facebook etc & was even more pleased to see that she is even more dynamic in person! This shoot literally came together over night with this amazing bunch of creatives! And a special thanks to Jane of Portobello Road whose clothes I am wearing in this shoot. If you have never been to Portobello Road, I suggest you pay them a visit - I was pleasantly surprised by this CT gem (we don't have anything like this in Durban so it was such a lovely change for me).

What do you guys think of the shoot? These are just a few of my favorite shots. I actually think I am going to get a few of them printed & framed for my home :)

Image Credits:
Art Director & Stylist: Tracy-Lee Rosslind of  Girls At Play.Tv
Photographer: Shezan Waggie of Shezan Photography
Make Up Artist: Qaanita Abrahams of OnQ Make-Up
Clothing: Portobello Road
Shot On Location In Cape Town 







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Monday, October 21, 2013

Leatherette & Denim {OOTD} Cape Town Day 4

Pants & Wedges (H&M) / Denim Shirt (Giordano) / Flower neckpiece & Earrings (LEGIT)
Bracelets (Sass Diva) / LOVE ring (Mr Price) / Flower crown (Forever21)

While in Cape Town I got to spend lots of time with my cousin Megan. After some time in town on the Friday I was in CT, we drove around for a bit & then decided on taking a few shots for the blog. This just seemed like a cool spot for some happy snaps :) What do you think?








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Sunday, October 20, 2013

GRAPHIC Lime.White.Black Print {OOTD} CT Day 3

Dress (Mr Price) / Wedges (H&M) / Clutch (Woolworths) / Flower Crown (Forever21)

This dress was meant for me from the second I found it! On my 3rd day in Cape Town we went to the Rose Bar at The Alphen in Constantia if I am correct. I simply have to go there in less windy conditions so that I can experience the awesome pool area. 





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Friday, October 18, 2013

Day or Night?





























I love people who break the rules and don't follow the herd. Here is Cata rocking a party look in broad daylight. There's nothing wrong with getting a little extra attention! Wasn't it Harry Winston who said "People will stare, make it worth their while."

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RiNavy: My Concert OOTD

Bralette (Noordstrom) / Skirt (H&M) / Sneakers (RE: at Woolworths) / Necklaces (LEGIT)

It's no secret that I love Rihanna! I attended her Diamonds World Tour concert in Cape Town on Wednesday evening & had such an amazing time! If you follow me on social media, you would have seen the pictures, but this is just an outfit post of my look at the concert! I did wear my Rihanna for River Island G4LIFE sweater when it got a bit cold, but these were taken before the concert & I left my camera in the car. lol What did you guys think of my look? 










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Thursday, October 17, 2013

Look of the Week by MANGO


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Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Leopard LOVER {OOTD}

Leopard print blazer (Tasha's via Roc Candi) / Jeans, blouse & heels (Woolworths)


A quick hello & OOTD post that should've been posted a while back already!
Hope you all are having a great week!






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Monday, October 14, 2013

GIVEAWAY: Pink Happiness



Today I am sharing a little pink happiness on the blog! Revlon & Fashion by Brett Robson are giving away a Pink Happiness Playful Wishes hamper to 1 lucky reader!

All you have to do is enter on either facebook or twitter by doing the following:

Facebook:

Write on the Fashion byBrett Robson wall & tell us how you #AddALittlePretty into your world with RevlonSA & Fashion by Brett Robson.

**You will have to tag RevlonSA in the post so be sure to do so for your entry to be valid

Find RevlonSA on Facebook here - & Fashion by Brett Robson here.


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Twitter:

�Tell us how you #AddALittlePretty into your world with @RevlonSA and @BrettRobsonand stand a chance to win a #PinkHappiness hamper.�


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**Giveaway ends Friday 18 October at 6pm!



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Sunday, October 13, 2013

CHINA Travel Diary


Finally! I am posting some random snaps from instagram & camera from my last trip to China/Hong Kong. I will be posting the much requested post about my job later this week as well, but just wanted to share some of these pictures as well. 

I've been to China a few times now, & I feel like every time I travel there I experience it very differently - even though I pretty much visit the same places. On this trip I got to spend a bit of time in Yiwu at the most amazing accessory market you have ever seen! Those parts of mainland China are so different to anything you will ever see in South Africa, it's amazing & full of culture. The Chinese are full of culture & tradition. It's so funny, if you follow me on Instagram you will know how obssessed I was with my flower crowns. Well, the people in China believe that someone is going to die if you wear white/black flowers - & here I was walking around making a fashion statement. I got lots of stares (not unusual as I look very different to them) & my supplier (in China) got many questions! lol


In the market with my supplier & customer (aka the buyer - Cheryl)

After a day in the market this is such a treat!

Beijing Lu





Dinner vibes.


 I am clearly very OBSSESSED with my Mr Price Quirky Stylista jeans lol!






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