On Rainy Days Them cold, rainy days though. I’m really glad I FINALLY got rain boots. After 3 years of active “procrastination” and lying to myself that I didn’t need them, I finally gave in. Seriously, the kind of suffering my other shoes went through wasn’t even funny. I won’t say I love the way they feel but hey, they’re serving their purpose and they still manage to look quite pleasing to the eyes. I’ve really been loving combining royal blue with red lately. I believe you can wear any color during fall/winter as long as it’s weather appropriate. Generally, we tend to gravitate towards darker colors which is very fine and as much as I love color, I find myself doing the same. If you feel the urge to throw in some (or a lot of) color, don’t hold back. If you’re wondering what the twisted wrap looking thing is, well I made it that way. It’s a kimono that I wrapped and twisted because I felt it added more texture to the ensemble. Woop woop! back to braidsss! Chai, you don’t know how much I missed these babies. Ughh, they were long overdue. Welcome back booboos, mummy has missed you! There’ll be details on this style because they look like kinky braids but they are basic box braids. I’ll save the hair talk for another post! Always, Miss LAJA
Fallen Leaves When the weather just goes from sunshine and roses to dead cold. My only reaction is “What’s all this, Jackie?” O_o Of course I couldn’t let that kill my vibe so since I’ve been experimenting with layering lately, I decided to bring out this triangle-cut ankara skirt. I’ve had it for a while and I love, love the unique cutting but it was a challenge finding the right way to wear it… Till now. What do you think? Look closely, doesn’t the print remind you of water lilies? Or do you see butterflies? From afar, they look like leaves as well. I never really paid attention till now, it’s really fascinating. Have a great week and stay warm, loves! Outfit details Ankara skirt: Custom Made X-hilartion Coat: sold out but similar here Sweater: similar here Croptop: here Aldo Sunglasses: here Tyler Rodan Bag: old design; similar here Body Central Wedge-Booties: sold out 🙁 I LOVE this one here Always, Miss LAJA
Layered You might think I’m wearing a dress but it’s actually an ankara top worn over a top (I wore here) that’s worn over a dress (I also wore here). Talk about layering, isn’t that what Fall is about? It’s not always buying new things. Sometimes you need to get creative and work with what you have. Speaking of Fall, it’s unbelievable how beautiful everywhere is now. I’ve never experienced Fall like this; the trees are orange, purple, red… All my favorite colors and it’s an absolute joy walking around because everything is SO pretty! I wish we could just have this and skip the winter part to spring. Yes? I know there have been a lot of outfit posts lately and I’m not complaining (hopefully you guys aren’t either), haha. I can’t write when I’m stressed out so when things calm down, there’ll be plenty more writing but till then, what do you guys want to see more of? What are you favorite parts on this site? I’d love to know so I can give it to you more and make my little space on the world wide web more “homey” and appealing. So, tell me in the comments! I’m taking notes and your comments really do make my day. Don’t be shy or lazy, I won’t bite. Promise 😀 Outfit details Ankara blouse: custom made Booties: here Beaded purse: inherited; similar here Sunglasses: here Necklace:similar here; on sale here Always, Miss LAJA