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. 
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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
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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 · January 12, 2017

January Fashion Wishlist 

January Fashion Wishlist is a collaborative post.

January Fashion Wishlist 

Wishlist: Thick Socks, long belted coat, warm pajamas, beanie, gloves, jumpers

January Fashion Wishlist

Regular readers of this blog know how much I love sharing fashion outfit ideas and a few ootd’s. Though I do not share a lot of ootd posts with me in them, I still love trying and sharing. For me fashion is not defined or constrained to what we see in magazines, or the models in the media. Fashion to be is about putting on an outfit that makes me happy, a comfortable yet stylish outfit. I do not dress in designer clothes, one can dream but that shouldn’t limit anyone when it comes to Fashion.

When I was creating this January Fashion Wishlist, I looked into my closet and thought; what do I need. I am not a fan of layering but with the current weather conditions, I have learnt to Embrace the season. It has certainly not been easy but one must learn to adapt or learn to change when necessary. There are times when it is best to change some old habits and adopt new ones.

Embrace the season

Whilst embracing the season, my first order of business was to purchase a long belted coat from New Look. I have another one in the closet but I needed a second pair in another colour. Until recently I felt inclined to add another long-belted coat to my wishlist. The weather has been particularly nasty lately and as someone who isn’t a fan of tights, my toes have been freezing. I added thick socks to as well as some gloves and a new beanie to replace the one I lost.

Now I don’t know about you but for me my bedroom is my sanctuary. Every night I praise the gods when I lay down for the night for the miracle that is my mattress. I can not go without is my favourite and warm pajamas which are the best bedroom fashion ever. When I am packing for my trips the first item I pack is my pajama set then my passport . You can tell I have my priorities straight up!!

Another item that I need in my wardrobe are jumpers, I have no clue what happened to them. I used to have a collection of them and now I am only left with two. One I bought from Zara,and its the warmest I own then a second from primark and it’s cute.  Jumpers are always the best layering items one can pose in their closet. When you wear a jumper in winter, then your coat not much layering is required a good thing for me. And that’s how my January Fashion Wishlist took shape and now I am thinking of adding more.

Stay Safe

And the items mentioned above, made my January Fashion Wishlist and now I need hot chocolate. I don’t know about where you are but Oxfordshire is definitely colder this January than any other time. Stay safe in such adverse weather conditions, snow is forecasted for this weekend so stock up on food and water.

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Comments

  1. beautykinguk says

    January 16, 2017 at 10:10 am

    I am all for wearing clothes to match the weather, layering all the way for me!

    Reply
  2. Krista Dial says

    January 15, 2017 at 3:25 pm

    LOVE those gloves! How lovely?! And I adore the long belted coat too! Discovered you via one of our mutual blogger FB groups and look forward to coming back to check out more of your content. 🙂

    Reply
  3. Isaly Fergg says

    January 14, 2017 at 11:35 pm

    Im in Dallas, TX and its been chilly. I love having a nice beanie, coat and thick socks. I wear a scarf depending on how cold it gets lol.

    Isaly Holland | http://www.memoriesbyisaly.com

    Reply
  4. Lubka Henry says

    January 14, 2017 at 7:38 pm

    Lots of cozy items here – perfect for the cold weather. The coat is really pretty!

    Reply
  5. Kira L Curtis says

    January 13, 2017 at 10:34 pm

    Thick socks are a must! And I always have a scarf but I really need to get myself a hat! I love the style of the one you picked, that’s exactly what I’d want!

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 14, 2017 at 1:41 pm

      Thanks Kira, I too always have a scarf on me

  6. Charlotte says

    January 13, 2017 at 4:37 pm

    I got a lovely jumper from Prinark recently. Haven’t shopped their in years. Will be going back!

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 14, 2017 at 1:40 pm

      They have some cute items even though they are getting a bit pricey for the quality

  7. Melanie Edjourian says

    January 13, 2017 at 12:07 pm

    Loving that cute hat which reminds me I really need one it’s really cold outside and my head froze when i tried to do my power walk.

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 14, 2017 at 1:40 pm

      Hahaha my face freezes all the time these days but my head not too much

  8. Beautyqueenuk says

    January 13, 2017 at 10:10 am

    I have more layers of clothes on today than I have done in such a long time x

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 14, 2017 at 1:39 pm

      Oh dear, it must be freezing

  9. Harriet @ Toby&Roo says

    January 13, 2017 at 10:06 am

    I am wrapping up warm today, it’s so cold here! I love those gloves 🙂

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 14, 2017 at 1:39 pm

      Thanks for stopping by Harriet and keep warm

  10. Jazmin Williams says

    January 13, 2017 at 9:28 am

    Comfortable pyjamas are my absolute weakness. Sometimes I prefer PJ shopping to actual clothes shopping!

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 14, 2017 at 1:38 pm

      Oh I know that feeling only too well and I am the same too

  11. Rhian Westbury says

    January 13, 2017 at 9:21 am

    Love the cute socks in your wishlist. I always have to layer up as I never have anything warm enough on it’s own x

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 14, 2017 at 1:38 pm

      Thanks Rhian, I know the feeling as that’s me all over

  12. Anosa says

    January 13, 2017 at 8:05 am

    Thank you Crissy, it can be difficult to embrace this season sometimes but little victories like warm PJ’s even hot chocolate can help

    Reply
  13. Ola Broom says

    January 12, 2017 at 8:50 pm

    I love the slippers and the white hat with the furry pom pom. They both look so warm and cozy on this chilly day of only 28 degrees in Chicago!

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 13, 2017 at 7:56 am

      Definitely warm & cozy I can guarantee it

  14. Sarah Bailey says

    January 12, 2017 at 7:48 pm

    I think you definitely made the right choice to embrace layering even though you don’t really care for it. I love your choice of coat and those slippers look so very warm and cosy x

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 13, 2017 at 7:55 am

      Thank you so much, I am definitely embracing the season

  15. Rose Mont says

    January 12, 2017 at 7:22 pm

    We were cold for the last few days but, it has warmed up quite nicely now! I still enjoy a good cup of hot chocolate! I like all things warm so another pair of cozy pj’s, the beanie wI’ll be fine. I don’t even have a long belted coat because I think I’m too short.

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    • Anosa says

      January 13, 2017 at 7:55 am

      It is still freezing here and doesnt seem to be warming up any time soon but good thing I have this awesome coat

  16. Emma White says

    January 12, 2017 at 4:20 pm

    Love those slippers and in need of some new ones so may just have to treat myself – I love this season for warmth and snuggle items

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 13, 2017 at 7:54 am

      Though I am not a fun of this season I do love it for extra snuggles

  17. Michelle Adams says

    January 12, 2017 at 4:13 pm

    I love these pieces! Makes me want to go shopping (if I had money 😭).

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 13, 2017 at 7:50 am

      I know the feeling but atleast the coat was resonably priced. Currently on sale

  18. T-Nicole Johnson says

    January 12, 2017 at 3:31 pm

    I love this coat. I think I want it in every color :). Love your wish list.

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 13, 2017 at 7:49 am

      I was actually saying the exact thing to a friend, now that I know how warm it is and how good it looks on me

  19. Amy Shellman says

    January 12, 2017 at 2:33 pm

    That coat is gorg!!! And i am seriously drooling over those Ugg slippers.. It is SO cold here. ugh.

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 13, 2017 at 7:49 am

      Thank and both the coat/uggs are so warm

  20. Blair Villanueva says

    January 12, 2017 at 2:19 pm

    these days all i need are pairs of sock every night because this cold weather makes my feet so chilly.

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 13, 2017 at 7:48 am

      To remedy that, I bought an eletric blanket

  21. Ana De Jesus says

    January 12, 2017 at 1:53 pm

    A coat is a must have for me and I get cold so easily! I love the look of that gorgeous grey belted coat!

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 13, 2017 at 7:47 am

      I am the same so this coat was a must as being cold is no fun

  22. Amber says

    January 12, 2017 at 1:50 pm

    I love that coat. How pretty! I’m in Texas so thankfully it doesn’t get too cold here.

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 13, 2017 at 7:47 am

      Thanks, you are so lucky it doesnt get too cold

  23. Sara Michelle Peters says

    January 12, 2017 at 12:42 pm

    I’ve just bought a bobble hat just like that! Nice selection of clothes in neutrals; looking at them it makes me feel all warm and snugly! Hot chocolate sounds like a good idea too!

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 13, 2017 at 7:45 am

      I love bobble hats big time and I am never without one in my accessories closet. And yes hot chocolate is a must in this weather

  24. Hannah Bailey-Churcher says

    January 12, 2017 at 11:27 am

    So many gorgeous items, funny thinking of wooly coats for me in the middle of summer!xo

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 13, 2017 at 7:44 am

      So jealous your summer as this winter we having is totally freezing

  25. Stephanie Merry says

    January 12, 2017 at 11:14 am

    I love that coat – you can’t go wrong with a classic like that and the colour is gorgeous! x

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 13, 2017 at 7:43 am

      Thanks Stephanie, its sure is a class

  26. Hannah Latoya Bond says

    January 12, 2017 at 11:11 am

    I like that coat, it looks really nice and warm for the winter

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 13, 2017 at 7:43 am

      It sure is and still on sale in New Look

  27. Devina Vadera says

    January 12, 2017 at 10:56 am

    Those Ugg slippers are a game changer for sure!!!

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 13, 2017 at 7:42 am

      tell me about it, my bestie got them for me and oh my goodness warm fee always.

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