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. 

#neverstopexploring
🖤🖤MARCH PHOTO/VIDEO DUMP🖤🖤 So much happened and 🖤🖤MARCH PHOTO/VIDEO DUMP🖤🖤 

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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#blackgirlstraveltoo
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 · January 22, 2017

{Fashion Monday} Black on Black 

Black on black is one of my favourite ways to style an outfit especially in this weather. Many of us gravitate towards darker colours in winter and mostly likely its to match the mood of the season. Though I love to add some colour or a pop of colour I still love my black on black, it’s always a winner. Recently I shared how to wear a leather jacket, that was a perfect example of a black on black outfit. I was able to pair my favourite ripped Jeans, light grey canvas and striped black/white shirt on a black leather jacket. The outfit worked because of the minimal colours that I added on.

Black on Black

{Fashion Monday} Black on Black 

When I started thinking about sharing this outfit, I wanted something real simple and replicable. As I am a huge advocate of using what’s in your closet, I did exactly that with this outfit idea. I looked in my closet and knew this outfit would work for many because most of us have these items. Another thing I needed to consider was the current season we are in, ❄️ winter.

Going back to my wardrobe I picked my grey heart jumper then paired that with skinny black Jeans. To continue with the theme, I paired with the black ankle boots from Brantano and black leather jacket. Now I do love my black on black ensemble but as a lover of everything red I needed to add a little. I decided to finish the look with my red lipstick but you can use another colour if red is not your thing. Another minimal items added was the red nail polish, for me red brings out the best in an outfit.

And that’s my take on the black on black outfit idea, how would you style this theme?

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Comments

  1. Don't Cramp My Style says

    January 29, 2017 at 4:22 pm

    Ah black clothes combination will never fail! This jumper looks amazing! love the jacket as well.

    Reply
  2. Baby Isabella says

    January 27, 2017 at 5:12 pm

    My mummy is a massive fan of black! She wears it all the time! It’s nice with a flash of red lippy!

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 28, 2017 at 8:53 am

      Aww glad to hear it and thanks Bella

  3. Rachel Nicole says

    January 26, 2017 at 1:41 am

    I wear so much black but it’s just a classic. Pairing it with a red lip is such a good idea! xo

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 28, 2017 at 8:53 am

      Thanks Rachel, it sure is a classic

  4. Harriet @ Toby&Roo says

    January 25, 2017 at 8:57 pm

    I love black. I am seriously considering getting rid of everything in my wardrobe in favourite of all black errrthang!

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 28, 2017 at 8:53 am

      Hahahah it’s an easy colour and you would always be on point lol

  5. Tanya Brannan says

    January 25, 2017 at 8:09 pm

    I used to live in black on black but now live for colour. Iove the idea of accessorising with just a red lipstick!
    .

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 28, 2017 at 8:52 am

      I am slowly incorporating colour into my wardrobe during winter but the majority of winter it’s black on black for me

  6. Melanie Edjourian says

    January 25, 2017 at 7:39 pm

    I do love to wear black a lot myself especially in the winter it has to be my favourite go to colour.

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 28, 2017 at 8:51 am

      You and me both, it’s an easy colour to dress up

  7. lianne says

    January 25, 2017 at 1:50 pm

    I love black on black, it’s very much my look 🙂

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 25, 2017 at 5:29 pm

      Glad to hear I am not alone

  8. mydreamality says

    January 25, 2017 at 11:12 am

    You can’t beat black on black! I love this look and the way it looks so effortless. x

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 25, 2017 at 5:29 pm

      No you can’t and thanks

  9. kerry norris says

    January 24, 2017 at 10:24 pm

    Black is literally my fave fashion colour ever! Love all your picks with a subtle hint of colour. Fab x

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 25, 2017 at 8:01 am

      Thanks Kerry, mine too

  10. Naomi JC says

    January 24, 2017 at 9:39 pm

    You reminded me I need a new leather jacket!’t favourite one was from new look a very long time ago but it’s too big now.

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 25, 2017 at 8:00 am

      Mine is from new look too and it’s still a staple that I love big time

  11. Melissa Zia says

    January 24, 2017 at 8:17 pm

    I usually wear black outfits everyday, these ideas are brilliant. I like the ankle boots

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 25, 2017 at 8:00 am

      Thanks Melissa, I bet you nail them every day too

  12. Teresa Bowen says

    January 24, 2017 at 5:13 pm

    Love the look. Especially like pairing black with red as an accent. A classic combination that never fails to look great.

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 25, 2017 at 7:59 am

      Thanks Teresa and so true

  13. With Love, Lottie says

    January 24, 2017 at 12:28 pm

    Black is definitely one of my go to wardrobe colours. I love the outfit idea you’ve put together

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 25, 2017 at 7:59 am

      Thank you, it’s my go to too seconded by greys

  14. Tracy Morgan says

    January 24, 2017 at 10:50 am

    I love black, such an unfussy, flattering colour! Love your ideas!

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 25, 2017 at 7:59 am

      Oh absolutely I love it too and thanks

  15. Stephanie Merry says

    January 24, 2017 at 10:06 am

    I have to admit I have a real soft spot for all black outfits – I think they can look so chic and classic x

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 25, 2017 at 7:58 am

      Same here and they are so easy to style

  16. Sarah Bailey says

    January 24, 2017 at 7:23 am

    I think you styled this perfectly, I love the whole look. It is such a classic style and the pops of red suit the look just right x

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 25, 2017 at 7:58 am

      Thanks Sarah, I love me my reds

  17. Hannah Latoya Bond says

    January 23, 2017 at 10:22 pm

    Black is a great color because it suits everyone and never goes out of fashion x

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 25, 2017 at 7:58 am

      It sure doesn’t and that makes it even more awesome

  18. Jodie Whitham says

    January 23, 2017 at 10:03 pm

    Black just suits everyone regardless of skin colour, body shape or hair colour. A leather jacket is such a style staple… I love that grey top with black heart too! x

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 25, 2017 at 7:58 am

      That’s why I love black so much, not only because I am black but more because it suits all

  19. Lyndsey O'Halloran says

    January 23, 2017 at 10:01 pm

    It’s nice to have a bit of colour pop our like the red nail polish!

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 25, 2017 at 7:57 am

      It sure is and makes the outfit less dull

  20. Ana De Jesus says

    January 23, 2017 at 9:31 pm

    Black on black is such a classic look. I love the black leather jacket mine is a staple in my wardrobe x

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 25, 2017 at 7:57 am

      And in mine too, thanks for stopping by Ana

  21. HackingParenthood says

    January 23, 2017 at 7:31 pm

    Red is totally my thing, and having it against the black makes the red even more alluring. I write as trying to think where I put my red lipstick! 😀

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 25, 2017 at 7:56 am

      Hahaha go find that lipstick but definitely agree it makes the outfit more alluring

  22. Rhian Westbury says

    January 23, 2017 at 2:47 pm

    I tend to pretty much always wear black which is why I tend to choose a bright lipstick to stand out x

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 25, 2017 at 7:56 am

      You’re on point on your Black on black. Wearing bright lipsticks is a sure way to make an outfit standout more

  23. Talya Stone says

    January 23, 2017 at 12:38 pm

    I do love a bit of black in fact I have been wearing a lot of it recently and love your picks above – especially the jacket and heart jumper.

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 25, 2017 at 7:55 am

      Thanks Talya, you can never go wrong with black on black

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