As I enter the final year of my 30s, I thought I s As I enter the final year of my 30s, I thought I share with you some pictures of mine at 9 months, 9 years, 19 years, 29 years  to today 39 years old of age. Looking back at each decade, I feel both ‘older’ and ‘younger’, I see the change in my features, the change in my way of life, the change in my personality and the experience itched on my face. I am grateful for the life I have lived thus far and excited for the life I am yet to live. 
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2026 - 39, (Home, England), I am ready for this final year before my 40s but also ready for this next decade. 
2016 - 29, (Oslo, Norway), this decade was about self discovery and building the life I dreamt about. The life that I am super proud of and truly grateful to be living. This decade, I built my financial life and in later years choose to heal from the trauma gained in the last decade and now I feel well equipped for the future. 
2006 - 19, (Glasgow, Scotland), I thought I was grown (look at the cheekbones 🤣🤣) and ready for the world, chiiiild was I wrong, let’s just say, I am still resolving the trauma the decade brought me but I am grateful because I met my best friends and made decisions for the future I wanted to have. (Spoiler alert - I did better than I dreamed). 
1996 - 9, (Home, Zambia) this was my birthday but my little sister insisted she had to be the one in the middle. The only way we knew whose birthday it was, was by standing in the middle but this year I remember baby sister crying her eyes out and refusing 🤨
1988 - 9 months, (Chililabombwe, Zambia) although my mother looks tired and traumatised😟, I know I was loved and happy. 
#happybirthday #happybirthday❤️ #newera #39
Attended #ascotraces for the second year running a Attended #ascotraces for the second year running and I am glad to have experienced the ‘Village enclosure’ this year, whilst I loved ‘Windsor enclosure’ last year, it’s not for me. Next year, I want Queen Anne’s enclosure. 💕 #girlsdayout #girlslikeus #ascotfashion
How I missed you my love 🥰🥰🥰 #hertripsabroad #bla How I missed you my love 🥰🥰🥰

#hertripsabroad #blackgirlstraveltoo #maldives #neverstopexploring #welltravelled
Tried being a #touristforaday and we chose #london Tried being a #touristforaday and we chose #london because why not. My feet still hurt from the thought of how much walking we did, the fact that we walked from #bigben to #buckinghampalace is still fresh on my mind. 

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So much happened and yet I can’t find the words.
It has been an amazing week here, definitely recom It has been an amazing week here, definitely recommend @iberostar in Agadir. 
#neverstopexploring #wanderlust #welltravelled #lifeofadventure #hertripsabroad
I spent a week in #dohaqatar and had the most rela I spent a week in #dohaqatar and had the most relaxing and fulfilling time of my life. Sometimes taking it slow and living in the moment is what the soul needs. 🥰🥰🥰
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I had such an amazing week in Doha, Qatar after no I had such an amazing week in Doha, Qatar after not visiting for almost 8years. 📍

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Fashion · February 13, 2017

{Fashion Monday} True Colours 

True Colours is the name of a track on The Weeknd’s latest album “Starboy“. I was listening to the song whilst putting this outfit together, I figured why not call it that I mean no one said I couldn’t. Though colourful outfits are not my strongest I enjoy creating outfits on my Polyvore then try them. Today’s true colours are mustard and black, the combination is just amazing. 

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Mustard is not a colour I often gravitate towards but of late its become a staple in my closet. You will remember I opened the year rocking a mustard dress which I paired with a lovely grey coat. Since then I have been searching for ways I could incorporate more mustard into my closet without being overpowering. During winter most of us gravitate towards darker colours to reflect the mood of the weather. But darker colours can sometimes be quite depressing and I am not down like that so I introduce true colours.
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#FashionMonday ~ True Colours #outfit

As mentioned mustard is not my #1 colour but for this outfit and a few others, I have tried it’s worked perfectly. It makes the black stand out even more than usual, it’s a fashion marriage made in mustard heaven. This outfit can be worn to work or a date or wherever you want, it’s not restrictive. I love handbags that match the outfit either completely or a smudge.
Valentine’s Day is tomorrow and those celebrating you can check out my Valentine’s Day outfit inspo and Look. It would have been easier to have Red and Black as my true colours for today but where is the fun in that. Pushing the boundaries or contemporary thinking is my new forte. It’s been fun seeing all the memes about singles on Valentine’s Day since this is my first in 10 years. Amway, I want to wish those celebrating a lovely one and many more to come.

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  1. Mary Jane Tauyan Fitzsimmons says

    February 21, 2017 at 5:17 am

    i love mustard colour too! i noticed before that my eyes looking at things mustard colour, i always notice people who walks around the mall wearing this colour

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  2. Joyce | Live Laugh Love Post says

    February 16, 2017 at 7:10 am

    Beautiful shoes!! I am not big fan of heel shoes.. Sorry, my doctor told me that wearing the heel shoes is a bad idea for my back pain and legs because I have my diabetes. That’s why I have to keep active with my good shoes. And the fashions look so admirable!!

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  3. CourtneyLynne Storms says

    February 16, 2017 at 1:22 am

    Omg loving the colors!!!!!! Mustard is such a fun color!!!! Definitely a color I love wearing in the spring time

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  4. Cianna Reider says

    February 15, 2017 at 6:33 pm

    Mustard is a gorgeous color for this season! I’m working on embracing it myself. You totally put together a gorgeous outfit that anyone would love to own!

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  5. Dawn Gibson-Thigpen says

    February 15, 2017 at 5:43 pm

    wow i love your picks. that mustard skirt is everything and i also really love the handbag

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  6. Hey Sharonoox says

    February 15, 2017 at 4:06 pm

    I think the mustard skirt looks like a perfect match with your cute heels. Didn’t know that mustard color with black could look so good together. You really rock on this one!

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  7. chubskulit says

    February 15, 2017 at 3:58 pm

    I love the color of your skirt and Oh, your bag stole my attention! The length of the skirt is perfect!

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  8. Wendy Lee says

    February 15, 2017 at 1:57 pm

    The outfit is a great! I don’t know if I could pull it off but it looks great on you!

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  9. Stephanie Pass says

    February 15, 2017 at 8:42 am

    What a cute set! I just love that skirt with the big bow on the side. Definitely a great piece!

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  10. Marielle Altenor says

    February 15, 2017 at 4:43 am

    The skirt color is lovely! I don’t have anything that color in my wardrobe. Very pretty!

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  11. bstoutsweeps says

    February 15, 2017 at 4:14 am

    I love this outfit, it’s so cute.

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  12. Meenal Ranka says

    February 15, 2017 at 3:03 am

    Such a great combination and style. I wish to wear yellow but the color doesn’t suits me. But looks good here

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  13. Cindy Nicoletti says

    February 14, 2017 at 11:48 pm

    You look fabulous and have such great style !! Love the dress and the color and the shoes are awesome.

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  14. erin fesperman says

    February 14, 2017 at 11:34 pm

    Oooh Anosa! Those shoes look so fab on you! I love the bright yellow dress, they look stunning together!

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  15. erin fesperman says

    February 14, 2017 at 11:34 pm

    Oooh Miranda! Those shoes look so fab on you! I love the bright yellow dress, they look stunning together!

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  16. Sylvia Fiolunka says

    February 14, 2017 at 8:39 pm

    Love the stilettos and the colour combination, all looks well put together!

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  17. Shannon Graham says

    February 14, 2017 at 8:04 pm

    Not many people can pull off yellow but you truly pull it off well! It looks gorgeous on you! I’m terrible at colors as well.

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  18. Emily, Our house now a home says

    February 14, 2017 at 4:31 pm

    I am loving the color of that dress! Also that purse is great too!

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  19. Mai C. says

    February 14, 2017 at 3:28 pm

    I wouldn’t wear mustard colored anything either but i agree that it makes the black pop more! It’s definitely a good color combination.

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  20. Ivette Lopez says

    February 14, 2017 at 7:35 am

    Im not normally a mustard colored but I do like the color of your skirt, and the shoes you are wearing are sexy. The way you have it matched up with the purse too, the whole colored combo is perfect.

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  21. Sarah Bailey says

    February 14, 2017 at 2:08 am

    Anything goes with black but mustard was one of the best combination for that black tops and paired with that bag too.

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  22. Emma Oxley says

    February 14, 2017 at 12:03 am

    I too find mustard a hard colour to wear but the little pop of colour on the handbag is the perfect way to try it out! Pairing it with black is definitely the way to go

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  23. Chantal Bernard says

    February 13, 2017 at 11:41 pm

    This is such a cute outfit! The color of that skirt is amazing, I don’t think I could pull it off though with my skin tone.

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  24. Amber says

    February 13, 2017 at 8:37 pm

    I like these colors! I hope you have a wonderful Valentine’s Day!

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  25. Bill S says

    February 13, 2017 at 7:52 pm

    These are great outfit colors!!! My wife would love these shoes, they look like several styles that she has and loves.

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  26. Heidi Dee says

    February 13, 2017 at 6:35 pm

    That skirt is fabulous! I love a great pop of color and it does the trick nicely!

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  27. tara pittman says

    February 13, 2017 at 5:39 pm

    I would love to see how the jacket pairs with this skirt. The bow on the skirt is so cute.

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  28. Shirley Wood says

    February 13, 2017 at 5:11 pm

    Love the color combo and that mustard is so pretty! My favorite is the gray dress with the full skirt and the belted sweater!

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  29. Mimi "MimiCuteLips" Green says

    February 13, 2017 at 4:54 pm

    That skirt is freaking killer. I love the color it is beautiful on brown skin but hat bow really sets it all off.

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  30. Christy Maurer says

    February 13, 2017 at 4:53 pm

    Those pieces are so cute! I love the striped handbag and the bracelet. I don’t think I could pull off the heels, but I’d be happy to try!

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  31. Terri Ramsey Beavers says

    February 13, 2017 at 4:30 pm

    Wow, I love these colors and never thought to wear them before. I’ve got to start changing up my colors. Those shoes are just too cute on you.

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  32. TheNewClassy says

    February 13, 2017 at 4:15 pm

    I usually wouldn’t pick mustard as a color that I would wear either. However, with the black coat, it looks pretty good. I like that combination.

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  33. Annemarie LeBlanc says

    February 13, 2017 at 4:13 pm

    The black long wrap coat looks so elegant. It is really going to make me feel like a million bucks! The mustard yellow skirt looks nice too.

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  34. Jeanette says

    February 13, 2017 at 4:03 pm

    What a great fashion eye you definitely have! Do not have a fashion eyes so I love to read post like this to help me pick out some pretty clothes.

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  35. Chrishelle Ebner says

    February 13, 2017 at 3:54 pm

    You have an amazing eye for fashion. The outfit is so glamorous. I think you should definitely wear mustard more often. It is very stunning.

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  36. Franc Ramon says

    February 13, 2017 at 3:33 pm

    The black coat and the mustard yellow skirt matches well. You were able to match the outfit well.

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  37. Candy Kage says

    February 13, 2017 at 3:07 pm

    Never really thought I would love the mustard color. That skirts is great looking. Loving the bow on the side and think I need that handbag.

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  38. Robin Rue says

    February 13, 2017 at 11:32 am

    I love mustard yellow! It is one of my favorite colors and it definitely looks the best with black.

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  39. Alli Smith says

    February 13, 2017 at 10:40 am

    Mustard and black are my favorite color combinations. Mustard is the only shade of yellow that looks good on me. I’m loving everything you’ve pictured, especially that skirt.

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