A huge hello to all my new followers. I am clicking through every single one of your blogs to say a personal 'allo so bear with me if I haven't popped round yet :)
Fun title, no?
I was featured on the brilliant urban magazine that is Fashion Bomb Daily this week. Whilst it was nice to know that my style is not a 'Hot Mess' it did make me think of that question of personal style and how we come to define ourselves in our style box of choice. Since I started blogging I get asked to define my 'style' quite often and I have by now composed a short sound-bite that I can reel off at the drop of a hat. However, one of the comment on the feature made me realise that I omit a description that underscores practically every outfit I choose to wear and my over-arching personal style: my love of androgynous fashion (not to be confused with masculine). I have always had that androgyny 'vibe' about me. It is in the way I look, the way I carry myself, the societal roles I choose to play and of course the clothes and accessories I wear.
I dreamt, as a teen, of a wardrobe filled to the brim with Commes De Garcon, Junya Watanabe and Vivienne Westwood; Clothes that look structurally hard to wear but on the female body, married with the right attitude, ooze as much sex appeal as a tight fitting bandage dress. And it pleases me to know that I have managed to retain this 'vibe'. So yeah, this post is a reminder to myself, should I be asked, that I like to look 'well 'ard'!
Fun title, no?
I was featured on the brilliant urban magazine that is Fashion Bomb Daily this week. Whilst it was nice to know that my style is not a 'Hot Mess' it did make me think of that question of personal style and how we come to define ourselves in our style box of choice. Since I started blogging I get asked to define my 'style' quite often and I have by now composed a short sound-bite that I can reel off at the drop of a hat. However, one of the comment on the feature made me realise that I omit a description that underscores practically every outfit I choose to wear and my over-arching personal style: my love of androgynous fashion (not to be confused with masculine). I have always had that androgyny 'vibe' about me. It is in the way I look, the way I carry myself, the societal roles I choose to play and of course the clothes and accessories I wear.
I dreamt, as a teen, of a wardrobe filled to the brim with Commes De Garcon, Junya Watanabe and Vivienne Westwood; Clothes that look structurally hard to wear but on the female body, married with the right attitude, ooze as much sex appeal as a tight fitting bandage dress. And it pleases me to know that I have managed to retain this 'vibe'. So yeah, this post is a reminder to myself, should I be asked, that I like to look 'well 'ard'!
What would you say inspires your style and what style box do you choose to identify with?
I always thought I didn't have a particular style box ticked, but now that I have started blogging and looking at the pictures that I'm wearing, I've realised that I'm more simplistic a bit of a minimalist.
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Another night owl I see Promise ;) Going by your blog style, I would have to say that the pared down minimal look works very well for you.
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Great look! Edgy yet chic, and you wear it well!
ReplyDeleteGreat style & awesome angles of your pictures! :-)
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will you follow me back please? :)
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I saw you on Fashion Bomb!!! Congrats I loved your pictures. I love your blog :) Following ya :) Thanks so much for the nice comment. I look forward to your next posts :)
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Hi Ju'lia. Thank you for the vote of confidence and the follow! It really means a lot and I also look forward to reading more of your great reflective posts :)
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Hi Michelle! Thank you for finding me. Will be checking out your blog for sure ;)
ReplyDeleteRed See - Thank you kindly! Glad you stumbled upon my little portal and can I just say I adore your blog :)
ReplyDeleteMs.E - all your camera angle complimets will go straight to Mr.Mulika's head but I have to agree with you - doesn't he just make it work!
ReplyDeleteI used to dress more for comfort but now i'm trying to embrace colours, also i used to be a total tomboy so many dresses and florals for me now.
ReplyDeleteI really like your turban by the way :)
My style is conservative but with a cute girly streak. I really like your look today and I am fascinated by your photo shots, great style and angles ( sorry, echoing Ms. E above)
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Love ur blog! Can c u love turbans, they look great on you. The studded belt is chic.
ReplyDeleteHi Anna, We should never lose sight of comfort but at the same time isn't it fun to venture out of our comfort zone once! Dresses are a great way to introduce a softer side so you are doing great there :)
ReplyDeleteHey Sophie, Please echo away! A certain person also checks my comments and I know he likes reading comments about his 'work'. I might see this as my blog but he views it as his portfolio ;)
ReplyDeleteHi Inez! What a small world. I was born in Surulere :) Nice to have a local passing through my blog!
ReplyDeleteI did wonder if the studded belt & boots were too matchy matchy but I am glad to know you like :)
u look gorgeous! love the shoes!
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Thanks Sabina. Your blog is very original! Will be checking back in regularly :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous. Love your blog
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by my blog, dear. Looking forward to seeing and hearing more of you.
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Thank you Karoline :) Have been reading about you for months so it is extra nice to have you commenting favourably!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE YOUR STYLE §§§
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Love this outfit! Especially the studded accessories!
ReplyDeleteHey Lovely lady! I am trying to tame my studs & spikes obsession but I just can't ;)
ReplyDeleteGreat to hear from you and I hope the weekend has been a good one.
Hi Lady D,
ReplyDeleteThanks for the comment. Will check out your blog for sure and thank you for the follow. I look forward to getting to know you & your style :)