“Always keep your eyes open…Keep watching…Because whatever you see can inspire you {Grace Codington}”

The rains did not stop us from doing what we love most, Fashion. Besides, it was more of a charity event. Welcome ladies and gents to the Fashion High Tea 2018 “Love for a cause” held at Zen Gardens in one of the leafy suburbs in Nairobi.
All styles were in check, the food was in plenty and it was time in indulge as we awaited for the main event which was the run way. Fortunately I got myself a front row seat (yeeess, I mean it’s pretty much a big deal). Got me feeling like it’s the Fashion Week!

Different designers from Kenya, the U.K, India and from all over came out to show us their designers but two designers stood out. Personally, Zoe Sevak (Kenya) and the other one who I didn’t quite catch the name, let's call them Wanja's favorite. Lol
If only we had more of our very own designers out here show casing their talent placing Kenya on the map that would have been such a great honor.

I loved the ambiance...it been my first time at the event, for me it was worth it. Looking forward to doing it on an annual basis.
Now will let you go through the photos for more insights (I will do a recreation of my outfit of the day soon).
Well for this event I give it a rating of 8/10
Held on 03/03/2018

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Welcome to my most favorite place…where I just find my happiness and peace.As much of a  cliché as it sounds, today will be sharing my 25 life treasures that I hold dearly…This is more of a birthday special piece.Some are self explanatory others not so much …So lets get down to it, shall we?

• Be yourself:We live in a world where people are trying to be carbon copies of others instead of being who they truly are.We often focus too much on the things that don’t build us,grow us nor even move us.Being yourself feels a whole lot different. Just living your own life without the pressures of trying to pretend much!...Everyone else is taken, be you!
• Insecurities:This really took a toll on me …I remember few years back I had to battle 'flawed' skin on my face…but with time I learnt, it was perfectly fine to embrace 'flaws' and that way, no one could ever use this 'flaw' against me...'Flaws' can be categorized in different measures be it physical or emotional, however, never let anyone bring you down…you got you and you are perfect the way you are!
• Family:Nothing beats family, there's even no competition …Keep your immediate family close to you,love them ,cherish them always.Family first.
• Set goals:Learn to set your goals, if you can, jot them down…try as much as possible to achieve them…have a reason to get out of bed everyday.
• Listen: Learn to listen to people talking to you, you may hear but not listen, you need to listen. I have had this issue for a while but hey, I’m working on it.Learn to listen.
• Plan :it's about the destination ,not the journey, however, goals require systems ,processes,and structures to facilitate and achieve the end result, that is a plan.( I had to make it a bit clear on the difference.)
• Do what makes you happy: Like I said this place makes me happy and this year I'm planning on blogging full time. There you go, dreams and goals already set!
• Friends: Learn to keep your friends close they are your support system.
• Love: we have loved and we’ve lost but what's most important is to learn to how love you and appreciate yourself.
• Prayer: Keep God close to your heart let him guide you and you will see your life working out for the better.
• Accountable: be accountable for your own actions and don't blame others for your own faults.
• Confidence: there’s nothing as great and important as self confidence. Be a true believer for what you stand for.
• Failure is good: we often try so hard to avoid failure but it’s the real evidence that we’ve tried.Well if you avoid failure,you avoid taking action,expect and accept and lets learn from our experience and move on!
• Kindness matters:small expressions of kindness go along way.
• Vulnerability heals: being real,open and vulnerable invites people in and allows them to relate with you in a more intimate level. This doesn't make you out as weak but real,however, choose wisely who you choose  to be vulnerable with!
• Travel: it expands one's mind and this year I’m trying to do more of it.
• Passion: it upgrades your life mostly when you do what brings to you joy. It spills over into all other aspects of your life.
• Gratitude multiplies happiness and it fosters positivity and well being.
• Perfection is boring…I’m such a perfectionist I must admit but this comes to things like arrangement of things but I’m more of a 'let it flow' person when it comes to the real life issues.
• Little things matter: It’s the little things that matter most.Recently I had a surprise birthday dinner, which I’m still over the moon about. Like I said it’s the little things that counts.
• Make everyday count: be conscious of the value of every single day.
• Release attachments don’t become too attached to outcomes or beliefs.
• Not every situation requires a reaction.
• Self honesty is freedom: when in denial about something,you're blinding yourself to the truth.Be honest.
• Find your purpose: you need to know what you’re supposed to do in this life…work your way into knowing that!

These are my twenty five life treasures which I hold dear.What are yours? I would like to know…leave a comment below.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME (in advance lol)  14^th Jan

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“The joy of dressing is an art{John Gallaing}”

Well it’s been a minute…but here we are today will be talking about “the do’s and dont’s  on the red carpet”

On a brief note so….

• SHOES:

 This is the most important point to note…please try and get yourself a good pair of gorge heels not necessarily high but something “presentable” you feel me. I don’t expect you to walk in a 6inch heels, basically something that would make your feet wow happy feet .No flats here! that isn’t even up for discussion.

2)DO K.I.S.S (Keep It Simple Starlett):

Go ahead; get minimal on the red carpet. This can be in terms of your accessories, hair and makeup.

3) DON’T BE BASHFUL:

You could choose fabrics that really do good on your body….simply now how to dress your body and for the occasion.Sheer,floral,velvet etcare some of the fabrics to play with.

4)Don’t feel like you have to wear a dress:

Not necessary for you to rock a dress you can definitely switch it up here and there…like a well fitted suit. Put your own twist on the menswear –inspired look…for Example Ellen DeGeneres ,AngelinaJolie, Selena Gomez  and many more.

5)Let your face also do the talking:

Get yourself a face beat wear that lipstick like a boss…as much as we’re focusing on the body wear doesn’t forget to work on your make up.

“Before you leave the house ,look in the mirror and remove one accessory {Coco Chanel}”

That’s my few tips on the red carpet…will do more soon…keep it here and will see you again…

Article Compiled by WanjaMarema

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“Fashion has always been a repetition of ideas…but what makes it new is the way you put it together {Anonymous}”

Well it has been a minute! Trying to keep up with life, as we know it has become quite a challenge. Recently been getting a few why aren’t you writing no more…but am always up in search of new stuff keeping up with the trends you know. Have a read keeping it short as usual.

Today writing about floral print my new addiction. Floral prints are life I tell you. So out here mixing floral with some burgundy and navy heels.

For me every single detail counts…be it the accessories, shoes, make up, hair, outfit just everything counts. This dress has definitely has its own “decency” as you can see it’s just classy and the back opening isn’t too much.

You would find me rocking it at the cocktail parties, red carpet, weddings the list is endless. Feel free leave a comment below on where you would rock your floral print.

“It’s not about what size you wear. It’s about how you wear your size”

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Shoes by Kaytie Tela

Make up by Joan Wayua (Instagram)

Outfit by Malfel Clothing (Instagram)

Model Wanja Marema (Instagram)

Photography by Eccentric Creative (Instagram)

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“It’s a new era in fashion there are no rules…it’s all about the individual and personal style {Alexander McQueen}”

Finally I'm sharing the second piece…I know it’s been a minute but I was under the weather for sometime but I'm all good now…Time to get this show on the road. Feeling mushy about this piece damn gorge! This Fitting dress I like it mostly because its fabulous yeah and it has a detachable cap…which at this point can be used as a scarf like shown in the pictures. The bandage dress is comfy, that’s my number one priority.

I did some simple pair of heels and accessories to blend with my outfit…couples that are into marchy   marchy sort of would look elegant in this or even for a bridal party, I would definitely recommend.

Red carpet: yes! breaking the usual vibe of wearing dinner gowns to something more of new school if I may say…Ankara is the new “force to reckon with” try it out and mix it up with a few blending pieces.

Also parties such as birthdays, weddings, baby showers, traditional weddings or even that end year of party. Ankara has a way of expressing your African roots (proudly African) speaking more than actual words.

This outfit and more still to come in the next week…all personally designed by Cittificial Klothing (available in stores).

I choose to brand this piece bold and beautiful basically…The woman wearing is ’s bold its self explanatory. I'm celebrating women today, we're simply amazing, never forget to give yourself enough credit and most importantly a tap on the back. You’re awesome!

Get in touch:

Make Up: Joan Wayua (Instagram)

Photographer: Eccentric Creative (Instagram)

Outfits: Cittificial Klothing (Instagram)

Model: Wanja Marema  (Instagram)

Model:Boaz Hosea(Instagram)

My woman,

“What is important in a dress is the woman who is wearing it {Yves Saint Laurent}”

You’re loved!

Article written and compiled by Wanja Marema.

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“Clothes aren’t going to change the world, the women who wear them will. {Anne Klein}”

Well I have been waiting to share this great news for sometime now. I partnered with one of my favorite brands in Kenya made by Kenyans (their designs are mind blowing).So today I launch a few pieces, specifically for me, I'm all about women and girl power. I want to celebrate the independent and fierce woman of today. And that’s why I'm branding this particular Collection “Fire and Ice with Kaytietela for Cittificial Klothing” .Will continue to unveil more pieces as we proceed.

My first piece will be the silk long gown with a touch of pink. This dress makes me feel some type of way. So fierce and elegant I could take over the world and assume my position as a super hero like wonder woman, perhaps!

This gown is custom made, meaning tailored to client’s satisfaction or like say “tailored with some labor of love”. I would wear this to the Grammy's, Oscars or locally at our annual BAKE, SOMA awards ceremonies (red carpet affairs), and end year parties. I did minimum accessories, you know me I love to keep the attention to a specific item I'm just like, let the dress speak for itself darling!

Some comfortable heels would do you justice and a clutch bag. And to the gents I didn’t forget you too. Like I say men fashion is evolving drastically, for my partner here a well tailored suit form Cittificial Klothing also a shirt with touch of pink to seal the deal. This look is a complete set since it compliments each other.

“I’ve always thought of accessories as the exclamation point of a woman’s outfit. {Michael Kors}”

Get in touch:

Model:Boaz Hosea(Instagram)

Make Up: Joan Wayua (Instagram)

Photographer: Eccentric Creative (Instagram)

Outfits: Cittificial Klothing (Instagram)

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My woman;

“There may be many things that I’m not brilliant at, but I do love and appreciate my body. It’s the most important and valuable asset I will ever own. It’s quite simple: what you put in, you will get out.”

Article written and compiled by Wanja Marema.

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