I have been swamped with work and overwhelmed with feels of confusion regarding where my almost-eighteen-year-old self thought I would be at this point and I must say I am disappointed. Not that things have gone side-ways as of late but that is just it! They havent gone ANYWHERE and that's worrying because I know there are BIG tings gwaanin in me head but I just need the right/perfect platform... and then it hit me. I've been waiting around for the right platform to come instead of creating my own . Being a creative means CREATING yet I havent done much . I've always believed nothing good/big/great ever comes to anyone sitting around on their size 34 butt yet I've failed to take my own advice. Subconsciously, that is what I've done.
On a brighter note, I needed to be brutally honest with myself, stop feeling so intimidated and go play with the other kids. Speaking of the other kids, there are three beautiful ladies that have been on my radar for some time. Insanely talented creatives who you should be talking about and if not you will after reading this ! These ladies are flourishing and are an absolute inspiration to myself and I'm certain to other aspiring bloggers, art directors and boutique/online store owners.
1. Khensani Mohlatlole from the Glitter Daiquiri blog and new Glttr Betty online store which is sure to blow up amongst us vintage/tumblr feels lovers.
2. Zama Marubelela from the Ya-Girl blog. Zama is stylish, preppy and from my interaction with her an absolute sweetheart. Her fashion and lifestyle blog will keep you hooked. Her look posts have to be the highlight for me. They're always executed so effortlessy and make you actually want to try the look out !
3. Stephanie Mzee. The ebony beauty that is Stephanie shares my love and passion for Art Direction. She just recently hoped on her first project called Fading Art Direction (check the page out on Facebook) with the first series being African Pride . This kid is insanely talented and ignited my flame too ! Cannot wait to eventually work with her.
Shine-fly dust to these mamies and keep on keeping !
Oh and yes, this is a look post. That's what I do when I need to pick myself up, throw on the sickest pieces of clothing (almost always past down or thrifted because I believe in reinvention you see) and strike a pose in front of the camera . I was channeling the "I can look anything darn fly in anything I wear " feels and I definitely felt that way . Who said sporty attire was only for the athletic? They clearly dont see fashion as an art form, a form of expression.
Dress - Diesel
Cap - Nike
Shoes - Adidas Torsion
Bless You All x
Dress - Diesel
Cap - Nike
Shoes - Adidas Torsion
Bless You All x
If a lot of what you're wearing is hand-me-downs, you're going to have to just mail your family to me for three weeks. Please and thank you.
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PS teach me how to find some sick kicks
PPS thank you so much for the mention. Especially among such uber kids. And if I can offer nay kindness (which is me reaching my quota for the month btw), don't be afraid to just do it. Like, I know, I know. It's one of those things that people say because they think it sounds simple but YOU know it's really not, but it actually is. You only kind of learn that once you've gotten over your blocks which are most often soley your own creations. Anyway, I wish you all the best because you're a pretty sique kid and you shouldn't deny yourself a flourished final year.
PPPS I have terrible post script etiquette. I'm sorry.
Can we do like a teach me exchange ? Like please teach me to get those colour brows on fleek ? Whoa.
DeleteAll in all you're an inspiration Khensani , to every girl that is frequently reading your blog wishing to ooze such confidence but are held down by what society tells them is acceptable. If I don't achieve anything else in life, it would at least be that - show girls it's okay to just do you without caring/ taking into consideration what society thinks of you or whether they accept you!
Your aura is infectious ! Thank you for the words of encouragement.
PS When it comes to kicks I'm definitely no expert but I rate you choose your favourite colour. They're guaranteed to look rad because you love them!