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 · November 27, 2017

Injecting some colour into your winter wardrobe

winter wardrobe

The winter blues can easily get us down, thanks to colder weather and fewer hours of sunshine during the day. But instead of throwing in the towel and going with an all-black wardrobe, spend some time instead adding small amounts of colour into your ensemble. It’ll not only boost your points in the style stakes, but can also add a little bit of light to your day and help shake those winter blues. If you’re wondering where in the world to start, here are a few simple ideas.

Winter hats

Winter time is all about accessorizing to keep warm. These little touches are also the best way to add that much-needed splash of colour without it becoming overwhelming or taking over the entire outfit – and hats are a great place to start. They come in all sorts of styles and colours, so you can go wild and don a bright pink beanie with a pom-pom on top, or go for something more subdued like a deep red wool hat or warm headband that fits snug over your ears. The Tu winter accessories selection boasts a range of winter hats for women if you’re looking for a colourful new addition to your winter wardrobe.

Gloves

Always one of the last things we put on before we head out the door, gloves are a much-needed accessory in the winter months. Whether you like yours in a slim-fitting leather or prefer to go high-tech with touch screen friendly material, there’s a pair out there to suit you. Choose something with a bright stitch throughout or opt for a fun, colourful design like snowflakes or stars.

winter wardrobe

Tights

Thick tights or leggings are a winter wardrobe staple, and double up as a great way to add a definitive splash of colour to your everyday look. It’s a bit of fun that will not only make you stand out against the crowd, but will also bring some cheer to an otherwise minimal outfit. If you’re wearing black or neutral elsewhere, coloured or patterned tights are a fantastic way to make your whole outfit pop with minimal effort required.

Nails

If you’re not too keen on wearing coloured accessories, another way to add some vibrancy is by simply painting your nails. The colour options out there are endless, and when it comes to manicures you can either do them yourself at home or splurge a little and let a professional work their magic. It’s up to you whether you opt for something matching or attempt a full on colour-clash, but it’s important to plan ahead with this one as every outfit of the week has got to go with your chosen shade.

Hopefully you’ve now got some inspiration to help you get out of that winter funk by injecting a little colour into your life. Let me know your bright ideas in the comments below!

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Comments

  1. Kara says

    November 29, 2017 at 11:32 am

    I love a splash of colour, especially this time of year when everything is so dull

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  2. TheMummyToolbox says

    November 29, 2017 at 11:07 am

    I love these! I have a tendency to stick to black year round so I need to remember to add a splash of colour!

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  3. Nadia/Scandi Mummy says

    November 28, 2017 at 9:36 am

    Love this tips and on that note I’m off to do my nails 🙂

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  4. David Jack Taylor says

    November 28, 2017 at 1:22 am

    Christmas is all about being colourful!! Rock it I say!

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  5. Ana De Jesus says

    November 28, 2017 at 12:00 am

    Haha you know me! Always trying to be as colourful as possible! x I like the idea of adding colour through hats.

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  6. Lyndsey O'Halloran says

    November 27, 2017 at 9:50 pm

    I love having Christmassy nails. It’s a little something but not too much

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  7. Justine Robson says

    November 27, 2017 at 8:46 pm

    I’ve just painted my nails, and have got my red winter coat out. Winter, I’m ready for ya!

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  8. Little Steps says

    November 27, 2017 at 7:12 pm

    While I like neutral colours when it comes to coats and jumpers, I do like a nice and colourful winter hat! 🙂

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  9. mammasschool says

    November 27, 2017 at 2:49 pm

    Lovely ideas…I wear bright coats…even my gortex/outdoors ones to make me feel brighter

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  10. themoneyshed says

    November 27, 2017 at 2:06 pm

    A love a colourful hat in the winter! The brighter colour the better!

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  11. theCuriousPixie says

    November 27, 2017 at 1:52 pm

    I’m a big hat wearer in winter. The more colourful the better I say

    Reply

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