Boots and Heels.

Don't you just love those army boots. They are so rocking.

Hey there everybody! How you doing? *insert Wendy Williams voice*

 It is a lovely new month and I have nothing but gratitude. While I was playing dress up the idea  to combine the boots with the not so long dress occurred to me.

Tell me people what do you think?

Photography by:Wamwiri Kimachia

He makes me look good!

Look Number Two: Out with the boots and in with them heels.

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Coat- Zara

Dress- Old buy

Boots- Taveta Shopping Mall

Clutch Bag- Maasai Market (Old buy)

Heels- Jumia

Stay Fly!

Mocha Chica!

Products Galore.

If I could get paid  to chill on the sofa and catch up on some Empire and droll over Cookie's wardrobe my life would be so different.

Hello there lovely people.

I have finally decided I trade off my treasured secrets in form of the products that I have been using for sometime now. 

Disclaimer: The reviews below are personal and you might need to do a bit more research to find out what works  for you!

1.Dr Organic Dead Sea Mineral Face Wash

This deep pore cleansing wash  has sea minerals to draw out toxins, and aloe vera to heal and nourish the skin. I felt this must be a product which would keep both of my skin’s “personalities” happy and so far, I think I’m right.

 This soothing gel treatment which is 100% organic and packed with an impressive list of bio-active

 ingredients including: dead sea mineral salt ,aloe vera juice,bladder wrack extract,orange fruit oil,pine needle oil,thyme flower oil,spearmint oil and vitamin C.

Despite being free of any sort of forming agent, the wash foams up very well with warm water, meaning only a small amount is needed to be used and after patting my face dry, a clean feeling remains. After four months of use I can safely say I have found a kind of facial equilibrium.

This product can be found at Super Cosmetics or your local beauty shop. 
 

2. Dr. Organic Bio Active Skin Care Organic Vitamin E Super Hydrating Cream.

Before stumbling on to these range of products my skin needed a lot of work. Nothing seemed to work. It was extremely dry and had patches of white blemish all over.

This bio-active Vitamin E cream is an intensive super hydrating emollient, safe to use on:
 • Very dry skin • Sun exposed skin • Dehydrated skin • Aging skin.

The cream is a rich absorbent moisturizer, formulated to penetrate deep into the skin’s epidermal layer to instantly hydrate and restore, leaving the skin radiant, rejuvenated and intensely moisturized. The first few weeks after purchase I used it as a day and night cream and boy did I see a difference.

 This product consists of a pure white thick cream which once spread on the palms of my hands looks and feels slightly oily but ‘instantly’ absorbs, yes it’s very fast. I can use it and then type in practically no time at all without leaving grease stains or feeling sticky. This is an excellent quality for daily use. For those wearing make up a thin layer will suffice and dries quick enough to wear foundation or powder over it without it interfering and making lines/runs, blobs or pushing up dry skin.

 3. Clean and Clear Facial Cleansing Bar.

I will be very candid with you. I like my make up on point but the hustle of removing it can be so cumbersome hence the cleansing bar.

I rub the bar soap onto a face towel and as I shower I wash my face gently removing all of the make up. Trust me this helps as it take me 2 minutes max and all the impurities and the make up is gone.

4.Eden Apricot Facial and Body Scrub.

I have used this product for over five years now and trust me there is no looking back. The natural fibers remove all the dead skin and the black heads on the entire body.

My take is use it once every week or two depending on your level of exposure to the sun as it can have a drying effect on your face and body if used too often.

5. Black Opal True Stick Color Stick Foundation S.P.F 15.

I don't know about you but my search for the perfect foundation has totally come to an end. This cream foundation housed in a stick covers all my problem areas and gives me a matte finish.

This Broad-Spectrum SPF15, hypoallergenic formula protects skin from UVA/UVB damage. It delivers the maximum coverage for perfect, even skin tone. It won't clog pores and blends smoothly to give you the flawless face you've always wanted and it is fragrance-free.

6. Make Up Brush Set.

This has got to be the best investment I have made over time. I am not a professional make up artist but after scowering the Internet it dawned on me that I need some few tools to up my game.

These brushes get me from zero to flawless in 15 minutes and I have gotten better with my application by the day.

They do require cleaning which is done every two weeks buy running them in lukewarm water then soaking them in warm water with shampoo for 30 minutes to1 hour tops. I then remove them from the shampoo water and gently squeeze out the remaining make up residue under running water  and leave them to dry on a towel.

7. Sleek Water Proof Mascara.

My lashes grow in all sorts of directions so finding something that will give them form and add volume is a win for me.

One coat application and it drys instantly. Love it!

8. Sleek Pout Polish.

My dear sister introduced this product to me and I was sold. The Raspberry Rhapsody smells so good makes my lips moist and very mailable.

9. Mac Ruby Woo.

This ladies and gentlemen is the lipstick of the year.

It brings everything stylish and chic to every outfit and the bright matte finish just makes you wanna pout all day.

A killer red lip is a game changer.

10. Jordana Smoky Eyeliner.

You gotta have this for the perfect smoky eye night out.

11.Dark and Lovely Amla Legend Scalp Serum 

"Billion Hair Portion"

Amla oil is a natural substance often used to promote hair health. It contains number of essential fatty acids, that strengthen the hair follicles and conditions the hair and can also help treat a dry and itchy scalp.

I just got this product recently and my first impression was the the beautiful scent. I am yet to use it over a long period of time to give any concrete review but you could get it and go the billion hair journey with me.

12. Profective Root Recovery Temple Moisturant Anti Damage Hair Moisturizing Balm.

This has to be the product of the year for me. I started using this early last mainly along the hair line and on my scalp and it has worked magic. I also opted for protective hair styles that did not involve a lot of stress on the hair line and  my hair does thank me immensely.

The vitamin based formula is good when you have your braids, weaves and extensions on. I assure you I shall be using this for a long while!

13. Play for Her by Givenchy.

  This bold seductive scent is captivating yet subtle at the same time.It turns heads and gives one a audience and lingers in the air long after you have left.

Looking for a signature scent this is it.

14. Forever Red Vanilla Rum.

Bath and Body Works

Imagine Vanilla and a hint of some "sweet" rough like rum extracts. This scent combines both extracts unusually well. It is very strong and definitely tells a story.

That's it for now folks.

Mocha Chica!

Lace the Stripes.

It is possible to have everything you want but not all at the same time.

A friend told me these words a couple of weeks ago and I was completely blown away.It is human nature to feel the need to question your existence when the window of the Range Rove next to the matatu your in is rolled down and the person in it is almost your age. Jeeezz Lord was it that obvious that you passed me by?

Then during my morning devotion I stumbled onto these words by T.D.Jakes;

"In order to strive lawfully our efforts must be tailored after the pattern of divine purpose. Everyone is already blessed. We often spend hours in prayer trying to convince God that He should bless what we are praying to accomplish. What we need to do is spend hours in prayer for God to reveal His purpose.When we do what God has ordained to be done, we are blessed because God's plan is already blessed. Perhaps you have known times of frustration. Most of us at one time or another have found ourselves wrestling to birth an idea that was conceived in the womb of the human mind as opposed to the divine. For myself i have learned that God will not be manipulated. If He said it, that settles it. No amount of praying through parched lips and tear- stained eyes will cause God to revert what He knows is best for you"

Find peace at whatever stage you are in in your life. Savor the moments and purpose to live entirely in the present because worry makes you anxious of the future and you miss out on the little milestones that the now has got to offer.

 I am slightly obsessed with monochrome. Okay truth, I am very obsessed with monochrome. I see it as a design piece in my bedroom, as the background for my teal sofas, as the skirt I want to rock all day long.

The lace top just presented enough elegance to finish the look and the red bottoms really brought their A-game huh!

Photography by :Wamwiri Kimachia

 

Skirt- Mr. Price

Lace Top- Thrifted

Heels- Old buy

Clutch- La Tua aka Toi Market

Jewellery- Gifted.

Sunnies- Borrowed. 

Until next time.

Mocha Chica!

A Steward of The Smallness

I love the smell of a New Year pregnant with promise and opportunities and a chance for you to start over. A chance to actually write that book you have always wanted to write, a chance to drop a dress size, a chance to go back to blogging like me who has absconded this duty for a

while.

The year that was has been full of bitter sweet lessons and blessings alike. 

On taking stock I realized that the most important lesson of them all is the ability to bounce back. It is easier to swim in the mud and have a pity party and go around feeling like fate robbed you the chance of a life-time. Even as your are conscious of the sunken feeling at the pit of your stomach save some energy to swim out of the mud.

So many things have gone wrong and so many things have gone right and I choose to focus on the positives. 

I have purposed to set monthly goals which have been broken down to weekly goals that way I can celebrate every end of the month for the weekly achievements.

I have purposed to be faithful with the little things and be a steward of the smallness.

I have purposed to start now. Start where I am . Start with fear. Start with pain.Start with doubt. Start with hands shaking. Start with voice trembling but start. Start and don't stop. Start where you are, with what you have.  

I have purposed to Just Start.

Mocha Chica!

Neoned.

How you doing?(Insert Wendy Williams Voice)

It has been awhile but then again a lot has been happening. I shall not bore you with much but just one thing our very own Sauti Sol have been nominated for the Best Worldwide Act by MTV EMA 2014 and they all calling for all of you most especially Kenya to vote for them

Let's win this nomination for the FIRST TIME EVER as the African continent!!!

So lets VOTE VOTE VOTE

 

 Do not get me started on how comfy these strappy sandals are...laaaawwwrrd! Lately I am all about the comfort. Yes I am old I know I know! 

I took the pics in a hurry as I was running late so do not mind the background focus on the girl!

(Behind the scenes photos)

Neon top- some shop along Moi Avenue

Skirt-Mr. Price

NewLook heels- Market Stalls

Mocha Chica!

Roca Chic

I am so in love with this new skirt.

Hello lovely people!

The month is over and boy do I need a break. Well other than my clothes obsession, I am totally loving the new Sauti Sol song "Sura Yako" it has a mix of the Coastal feel coupled with some Luhya moves. It is so bad I woke up with the song in my head.

Oooooh well back to the skirt. I loved the splash of color literally. It has no defined prints just a whole load of color and more color. I makes me feel all giddy when I look at it!

I was going for a simple laid back look. I paired it with a tee (currently my favorite) and yes I did wake up like this!! and the gold belt. The weather has been so moody lately so the Roca- Chic ensemble came together nicely with a touch of the leather jacket and the pointy heels.

 

Leather Jacket- Old buy had it for ages

Black Tee- Tuani Kenya 

Gold Belt- Elle Closette

Skirt-Retail Therapy Inc

Christian Loubitoni Inspired heels- Soni Shoes

Thank you for dropping by and keep warm.

Mocha Chica!

Peachy and Goldy

There is some so surreal about a black and white photo.

Trading in color who bare imagination of how it would look with color takes the mind to a whole new level.  I fell in love with how nothing but lines and curves of course define this picture.

Hello everybody.

As you have noticed we have moved from the outdoor picture setting and into the studio. It was about time I got myself a professional photo shoot and after the shoot I have some new found respect for models and photographers. Yes I am keeping my day job. Thank you very much!

 I got these pants a while ago and they have been hanging in my closet for months. This is a very simple look. I threw on a gold sweater and some nude pumps and we have a winner on the white background.

I call these my "feel good colors"  because they are effortless to put together when you don't really want to stand out of the crowd and also you don't want to be swallowed by the crowd.

  They also help you get most out of your wardrobe when you feel the need to get something new yet you have something "new" waiting to be dressed

Sweater Top- Ken's Collection (Lang'ata)

Peach Pants-Elle Closette

Nude Sandals- (Old buy) Bata

Earrings- Gifted

Thank you for stopping by and for so much love.

Photo Credits: Boy On The Ledge

Mocha Chica!