Fabiani Spring Summer 2015 Launch

Hi guys. So last week Fabiani launched their Spring Summer 2015 Range. It was a gentleman’s affair held at Crossley & Webb in Gardens. The venue suited the event so well. The vintage cars on display spoke so much to the Fabiani guy and what he represents. 

Chivas drinks were flowing and I had my first taste of a Chivas cocktail & lets say I know what to try at home.

I wore a vintage blouse & pants. Paired them with Courts from Mr Price.

Loza Maléombho/ Spring

Hi guys. Spring has sprung (kind of). Living in Cape Town we are always behind when heading into the Sunnier Seasons. I am excited for this year as I am looking forward to fun in the sun with family and friends. I am especially excited as I bought and designed quite a few bright items for the season and I am looking forward to taking more risks with my style.

So about this look, I pre-posted this look on my instagram feed @dineostyled and I got tons of questions about these gladiators. Believe me I know exactly how you feel as I went through the exact same feeling when I first saw them. The sandals are from Designer Loza Maléombho. She is an Ivory Coast born New York living designer. Check her site here. I first saw these sandals on a street style post and I researched up and down until I found out who the designer was. When I realized they were sold in New York, I was stuck on how I would get them. I then sent money to a friend who lives abroad to buy them for me. They finally arrived 2,5 months later. It was a long process but they were worth it.

One thing I would advise on is to be careful when shopping online especially internationally.

1)    Consider the Rand exchange rate of what you are buying at that time.

2)    Consider if you are buying from a trusted brand and you can track and trace your order.

3)    Be sure of the items you are buying. It’s one thing to see something online and receive the complete opposite.

4)    Set-up a paypal account which is accepted by most countries and can be separate from your bank account.

5)    Consult your bank if you are not sure who you are paying and see if they are able to help.

6)    Big Brother SARS will charge customs fees, be prepared for these fees as well.

7)    If you know & trust someone living e.g. in the USA and coming home anytime soon, send them the money and they buy for you. When I lived there shipping was most times free or very cheap. This will eliminate Big Brother SARS on your case.

All in all be careful when spending money online and buy carefully.

I paired the sandals with this dress from Mr Price and the Clutch bag is my own design.

MWAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

Dineo's Beauty Desk/ August Issue

Hi guys. I am glad I am bringing you this post over the weekend. I have wanted to share this for a while but always wondered if it was worth the words on the paper. But then over conversations with friends I've shared my use of baby products which amazed them. I then thought I'd share some ideas with you .Here are some of my favourite uses for baby products. I believe beauty is all round, not just your face and legs. I think women should be honest and share honest ways to improve their lives or just add a lil bit of quality in their day to day.

I am not sure about you but I “dance” with my boyfriend. I have sex and that’s a fact. You might think this is overshare, cool stop reading. Anyways if you do this and find the after situation clean up uncomfy with either towels or tissue, try baby wipes. They are moisturized and ready to be used. What I love about them is that they reduce the risk of infection as towels and tissues would. They are meant to clean and so they leave your vjj baby soft after the dance. It’s an easy, clean, fresh way to clean up after “dancing”.

Another amazing way to use wet wipes is to have the mini sized ones in my bag when I am on my periods. I always want to feel clean during this time. When I am at work or out and I have no time to change, I use baby wipes to clean before I change tampons. This way it feels like I just cleaned up. Good enough for a baby’s but, good enough for your vagina. 

Another amazing simple way to use baby wet wipes is to remove make-up. As opposed to buying facial cleansing wipes, I simply use baby wipes to remove make-up. They don’t over-dry as they were meant for a baby’s  bottom so why would they dry your face. I say if they are good enough for a baby’s soft bum, they are good for my face.

 Then there is the baby oil. Ohh baby oil my bestie of bests. I love this product. After I leave the shower in Summer or most nights, I apply baby oil on my skin while wet & slide into my pyjamas and get to work or be creative. If you use baby oil, apply it while the skin is wet to get the most moisture. I love to apply it mostly if I used soap to bath or I exfoliated my skin. I also use baby oil to nourish my hands after nail polish remover and before I apply nail polish. It removes the dryness from my nails

Last on my list is baby powder. I own the normal size baby powder and when I was in America I found they have a tiny tiny travel size so I got many of those because I love baby powder that much. You know those summer days when the heat is on. I am not sure about slender girls but thighs rub on each other when its hot out there. I apply some baby powder in the famous Beyoncé thigh gap so that when they rub each other they don’t hurt.

Lastly I also apply baby powder inside some of my sandals in summer as feet get wet and slide inside some shoes. Just a sprinkle of baby powder and you are set to go. Be careful not to apply it where it will show. You don’t want white pale feet in your shoes. 

Share with us how you use your baby products?????

Cape Town Food Festival/ What I'll Be Up To This Summer

Dumelang. I am so excited that Spring is finally here. In Cape Town the sun is finally shining. That means there will be lots of events happening in and around the city. Cape Town is a city full of adventure and things to do. There is always something to explore. I plan way in advance because I am a budget freak. I am blessed to have a job and to do some of the things I want. I work with the Lord to make what he gives me go a long way. Planning is key for me. I don’t like surprises at all. There are events you cannot exactly plan for like gigs that come up or an artist performance at a club etc. 

On Sunday the 26^th July I attended the Cape Town street food festival. I had been looking forward to it for the longest of time. It was ohk for me. I didn't appreciate the set up that much. It was at the side street studios in Woodstock. Parking was impossible to get which is the norm for Woodstock. Then there was the issue of space. I had hoped it would be at a more open space where you can see all the food vendors. It was really full and I found it hard to move. The food that I had was great and the vibe was good. Lots of good looking people there.

I wore the Punk & Ivy Skirt as a dress

Sunglasses from Spitfire

Blazer was thrifted

Shoes for Trenery at Woolworths

Bag from Zara

For Summer 2015/16 here are some events I will be attending. Hope to see you there. Please say hi & let’s take pics.

Rocking the Daisies 1 to 4 October 2015, check here for more details

The Spier Secret Festival on the 29 & 31 October 2015, check here for more details

Guguletu Wine & Lifestyle Festival 6 to 8 November 2015, check here for more.

Littlegig 24 Hour Festival 13 to 14 February 2016, check here for more details.

The Grand White Dinner Cape Town- 13 Feb 2016; Pretoria 12 March; Joburg 02 April & Durban 16 April 2016. Check here for more details

The Cape Town International Jazz Festival 1 & 2 April 2016. Check here for more

Besides these I will be travelling a lot. Lesotho is on my radar. The Karoo is on my list and The garden Route.

If you haven’t yet, try some of them. Some occur in cities across the country so check their websites for more details. Enjoy.

Bringing Sexy Back

Hi guys. Its fasting approaching spring and I am feeling excited. I adore spring and summer. The simplicity of dressing and wearing as little as possible or at least wearing one item instead of 3 to 4. I am looking forward to being free and having fun. I have so many clothes I have been putting off & hoping for the right moment to rock them. Well I say the time is now for me. I made this Tutu last year with the attempt to wear it at fashion week this year which I never made it to. So I decided that on my plans for happiness, I am also bringing sexy back into my life. I am struggling with weight and self-consciousness. I am not however going to hide under a rock while I try and find it. I will find me on the way being happy.

Body suit is from Mr Price

Tutu is my own design

Shoes are from Zara

Shades from Spitfire

Those Prints Again/ Loving a Good Mix

Hi guys. I hope the long weekend was blessed and a bliss for you. I had a quite one. One with little interruptions except those of the heart. Being in relationship ladies is one of the greatest parts of life. But at times boys can drive you the wrong way. Some times one just needs time alone. To avoid harsh words & regrettable actions, take a step back and re-group later with a clear mind. Anyways life moves on.

Now that I am done with the melodrama, here it is, the fashion & style. Forgive me for the image quality. Recently I am enjoying the socks and heels thingy. See here how I rocked them as well. I find it a great solution & easy when I am not in the mood for stalkings.

Layering is also another thingy I adopt at this time of the year when seasons change. It gets chilly at times then the sun comes up and then it gets cold again. If you live in Cape Town you will know what I mean. Try layering different patterns and colours and see how it goes. I like it because even if I remove the top layer, the layer underneath is still on point. If you want to try layering, use different textured fabrics & lengths so that all the layers can be visible. Again these are your clothes, wear them how you like and be unique.

Checked coat on top is thrifted, the botton jacket is from Anisa Mpungwe for Mr Price. The top is also from Mr Price & the Jeans are from Legit. The shoes are Woolworths & the fabulous clutch from Ntozinhle Accessorize. 

Grey Matters/ Fast Forward To Spring

Hi Guys. I don’t know about the rest of the country but Cape Town is giving some sunshine. It’s not really that warm but it’s not freezing cold either. An opportunity has risen to show some legs. All hail the sun!!!!

It’s been a crazy week for me work & school wise. I feel like I am not entirely coping & starting to wonder whether I took on too much. Whether that’s true or not I promised myself I would see all this to the end.

Grey suits my mood well lately. I am not entirely in the light nor in the dark, just somewhere in between. As you can see from this post here, I love this grey skirt & polo from Mr Price. This time I decided to over-grey the shades while following on my coat series. I think this look translates well for many occasions. I also see myself wearing flats with this look. I just love it.

The Coat is from a collection of coats I sell, the polo neck & skirt are from Mr Price. Shoes from Steve Madden & the bag from a store in Tygervalley mall. This bag is one of my favourites by the way. See how I rocked it here as well.