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. 📍

#qatar #doha #qatarphotoinstagram  #solo travel #travelbug bestvacations igtravel travelpic travelblog beautifuldestinations tlpicks instatravel roamtheplanet traveldeeper travelgram travelinspo wanderlust instapassport exploretheworld travelpics travelmore passionpassport travelawesome lonelyplanet travelblogger travelphotography traveltheworld worldtraveler
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Fashion · January 30, 2017

{Fashion Monday} Simple yet Stylish

Simple yet stylish (in humble opinion) is the definition of my latest ootd. I recently attended a concert in Birmingham at the O2 arena and this is the outfit I rocked. Y’all know my love for sharing simple yet stylish and easy to wear outfits so this should come as no surprise.

Another thing I should share is my love of recreating outfits with staple closet items. In my closet the staple items are: ripped jeans, leather jacket and camisoles. If you look at many of my fashion posts you will notice the regular appearance of my ripped jeans. Not forgetting the leather jacket which I featured in Chilling with Maud and Black ok Black outfits.

Simple Yet Stylish 

I must confess what I consider simple yet stylish might not be the same as your definition so bear with me. As I always mention on the blog, we all have our own style none is right and none is wrong. The reasons why I think my outfit fits the simple yet stylish category is because:

  • Pairing a leather jacket, skinny jeans and heels is always a hit.
  • I used simple colours which anyone can pull off
  • This style never goes out of fashion
  • Can be worn anywhere and everywhere, from chasing your toddler at the pack to date night.
  • And I looked good if I do say so myself

About last night!!! Had an awesome time rocking to @twodoorcinemaclub in Birmingham’s @o2academybham Best night ever. I am all about simple outfits and this one made the cut!!! 📸 @lucianamalanga • • • • #Ukbloggerstyle #zambianblogger #fashionfitsall #islay #abmlifeiscolorful #instafashion #lookoftheday #lotd #tagsforlikes #igdaily #igers #fashionblogger #fblogger #fbloggersuk #instagood #instastyle #followme #fblchat #centsofstyle #likeforlike #outfitoftheday #ootd #outfitideas #outfit

A photo posted by Travel•Fashion•Blogger• Anosa (@ajulydreamer) on Jan 25, 2017 at 2:09am PST


The items in this outfit can be found in 90% of people’s closets; black skinny jeans and black leather are staples. I am sure everyone has a white top and heels and that completes this outfit. If you don’t own any of these items you can purchase them at the following links:

New Look: Skinny Jeans| New Look: Leather jacket| H&M: White top| Brantano: Ankle Boots| Primark: accessories.

What do you think of my outfit? Is it something you would wear?

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Comments

  1. Sara says

    February 2, 2017 at 10:16 pm

    I love your style, it is definitely simple and totally stylish. I love the skinny jeans so much!

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  2. Ave T says

    February 1, 2017 at 8:59 am

    I really like your leather jacket, skinny jeans and heels combination! You look amazing! Have to get a new leather jacket asap!

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  3. Bonnie Gowen @WEMAKE7 says

    February 1, 2017 at 1:11 am

    You look great! I really love that leather jacket. I’ve got to do some clothes shopping for myself and buy a jacket too.

    Reply
  4. Shannon Graham says

    January 31, 2017 at 10:30 pm

    Simple and stylish is the way to go. I’m horrible though at sticking with comfortable and forgetting the rest, haha!

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  5. Mrs H says

    January 31, 2017 at 9:54 pm

    A great look. I really need to buy myself more wardrobe staples. Because believe it or not I don’t own any black jeans, black leather jacket or a white t-shirt. Insanity! Hugs Lucy xxxx

    Reply
  6. Vaichin@RamblingThroughParenth says

    January 31, 2017 at 7:00 pm

    Loving that look! Skinny jeans are so versatile, love wearing mine too.

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  7. Jenn @ EngineerMommy says

    January 31, 2017 at 6:43 pm

    I love my skinny jeans. They’re comfortable and stylish. Your outfit looks so cute and so perfect for a night out!

    Reply
  8. Anita Anderson says

    January 31, 2017 at 1:00 pm

    This is cute. I would switch the skinny jeans for tight fitted boot cut jeans. I don’t like tapered pants

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  9. HackingParenthood says

    January 31, 2017 at 11:11 am

    I quite look forward to your posts, I am sure every girl has skinny jeans and pairing them with an awesome jacket and some heels is just perfect for a night out.

    Reply
  10. Tracy Morgan says

    January 31, 2017 at 8:58 am

    Absolutely love it! I like that it is simple, but it is so stylish too!

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  11. Stella Kashmoney says

    January 31, 2017 at 8:53 am

    Love this simple look. I can see myself wearing this.

    Reply
  12. Maureen @ScoopsofJoy says

    January 31, 2017 at 8:16 am

    Love, love, love this! The whole outfit looks so good and you are rocking it big time. Time to get me some black ripped jeans 😀

    Reply
  13. Angelic @ SimplySinova.com says

    January 31, 2017 at 3:38 am

    You look gorgeous girl! I am OBSESSED with that leather jacket. Simple, yet chic, outfits like this are my absolute favorite!

    Reply
  14. Annemarie LeBlanc says

    January 30, 2017 at 11:11 pm

    I love your outfit. Skinny jeans is very versatile and can be paired with any top or jacket to suit any occasion. I love that you had it with a leather jacket. That was once chic choice! 🙂

    Reply
  15. Lyndsey O'Halloran says

    January 30, 2017 at 10:12 pm

    I love my black jeans. I wear them a bit too much though probably

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  16. Christy Maurer says

    January 30, 2017 at 8:42 pm

    Simple and stylish are the best outfits! I love that jacket. Looks like you found some great pieces.

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  17. Jenni - Odd Socks & Lollipops says

    January 30, 2017 at 7:46 pm

    It’s a fab outfit and I agree it doesn’t go out of style (though I must confess I don’t own any skinny jeans!!). I am glad you had a fab night out!

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  18. Destany says

    January 30, 2017 at 7:34 pm

    I totally agree that this looks doesn’t go out of style! I love that this is put together with basic items that pretty much everyone owns.

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  19. Katie Kinsley says

    January 30, 2017 at 4:23 pm

    Black on black is my go-to choice for any outfit. Anytime I try to buy color, I’m always sure that I own something close – so then I just buy it in black!

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  20. Candy Kage says

    January 30, 2017 at 3:05 pm

    Can’t go wrong with this combination of jacket, pants and shoes and top. Black is always a winner and yes you can where it anywhere.

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  21. Ana De Jesus says

    January 30, 2017 at 2:35 pm

    A skinny jean and leather jacket is so timeless and is one I pull together often because it is no fuss and easy to style x

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  22. Amy @ Marvelous Mommy says

    January 30, 2017 at 1:23 pm

    The leather jacket is my favorite! It goes perfect with everything!

    Reply
  23. Vera Bortolotto says

    January 30, 2017 at 1:04 pm

    The jacket is gorg! So many ways to wear it.

    Reply
  24. Alli Smith says

    January 30, 2017 at 12:17 pm

    I do love the simple colors. Black and white are my go-to combos. My closet is full of black and white. I do throw in color occasionally.

    Reply
  25. Rhian Westbury says

    January 30, 2017 at 12:03 pm

    I love keeping things simple but I don’t tend to wear white as I pretty much live in all black clothing x

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  26. Robin Rue says

    January 30, 2017 at 11:46 am

    I am all about keeping it simple. I think a leather jacket with skinny jeans is a classic look.

    Reply
    • Anosa says

      January 30, 2017 at 11:49 am

      Same here and thanks

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