ORANGE+RED+BLACK

Happy Wednesday! I thought of wearing this outfit for Christmas but instead I spent the day in my pajamas :). Well today I get to wear it. It is a  hand down from my Mom. I love that it is an easy wash and it's complete in it's self. 

And  who said orange and red can't be combined? I look forward to wearing this dress more often this year and by that I mean at most 3 times.  

Linking with  because Shanna said so ,  shopping my closet , Lindsey at pleated poppy , happiness at mid life, ginger side of life

Shoes - thrifted

Dress - Hand down from Mom

Belt - thrifted
Watch - street purchase

Necklace and earrings - sheinside

Thanks for always reading, I appreciate.

Merci

PLAID + HOT RED

Happy Monday! I trust you had a lovely weekend. This time of the year is my busiest and dressing up to work adds cheer to my otherwise very busy day. With compliments at every turn, there's a permanent smile to keep me going. This is the second time I am wearing this plaid top, I used a belt on it and completely fell in love with the look plus my waist is more defined. Also worn it here. Another pair of shoes that is a thrift score, just $4.

Linking with not dead yet style, manic Monday.

Shoes - thrifted
Skirt - part of a suit
Belt - thrifted
Top - thrifted
Necklace - sheinside
Watch - street purchase

Thanks for always reading, I appreciate.
Merci

MAGENTA + BLACK

Happy 2015 folks. I trust you enjoyed your holidays. I could have taken a break but that did not mean that I did not take time to dress up. This was another random pairing and am glad it ended up looking like the pieces were meant to be. Sorry for the chopped shoes though, it happens sometimes :) Speaking of the shoes, got them for only $3 and they are great quality, a thrift score! My to go to faithful short will still be around in 2015.

Linking with Passion for Fashion , Favourite Fashion Friday

Shoes - thrifted
Shorts - thrifted
Belt - thrifted
Sweater top - gift fromMom
Brooch - gifted
Necklace - sheinside

Thanks for always reading, I appreciate.
Merci 

GOODBYE :NAIVASHA

Happy Wednesday! I hope you are ready and excited about Christmas as I am. Our last day in Naivasha was short. Immediately after breakfast, we set off for Nairobi. If you have been keen, you will notice that the clothes that I packed were of the grey shade. That was to help me in dressing up without carrying my whole wardrobe. I never like packing a lot of clothes when travelling and I therefore go for outfits that can even be worn twice before washing them. I will be taking a break so no posts till next year. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a happy 2015.

Linking with  because Shanna said so ,  shopping my closet , Lindsey at pleated poppy , happiness at mid life, ginger side of life

Shoes - thrifted
Skirt - gift from Mom
Lace top - gift from Mom
Tank top - gift from Mom
Watch - street purchase

Thanks for always reading, I appreciate.

Merci

WEEKEND GETAWAY: NAIVASHA DAY 2

Happy Monday! I trust you had a lovely and restful weekend. Having spent day 1 at the resort that we were booked in, we decided to venture out on day 2 and had a picnic at one of the neighboring camping sites. We then carried packed supper from Naivasha town and spent another evening at the pool till 9.00p.m.

Linking with not dead yet style, manic Monday.

Shoes - thrifted
Dress - thrifted
Scarf - thrifted
Handbag - gift from Mom
Watch - street purchase

Thanks for always reading, I appreciate.

Merci

BIRTHDAY

Happy Friday and Happy Birthday to me. Well, my birthday is actually tomorrow 20th December. Since I don't post on Saturdays and I had to inform you of this day, the post comes today.

Before I turned 30 I was not so keen on celebrating my birthday. That changed and I am all for the celebrations, good lunch outing with family or just a good home cooked meal always is enough.

This being my day I felt that maybe I should let you know more me a bit.

Name
Merci Jowi, Kenyan, lover of thrift fashion, a Bachelor of Information Technology graduate and also holds a Certificate in Electronic Publishing. In my working career I have been a Software and Hardware Technician, Teacher of Computer Studies and ICT and Creative Graphic Designer. Then came 5th December 2013 I quit being an employee....and

Currently
I am currently self employed. I own a stationeries shop, in addition I do freelance graphic design and farming specializing in collards, spinach and black eyed peas.

Family
I am the first born in my family and I have two sisters and two brothers and my parents.

Personally

• I am born again, a follower and lover of Jesus Christ.
• I have had bad acne since I was a teenager. Very sensitive skin. That has never put me down. I am one person with high self esteem, nothing puts me down, those spots make me.
• I don't watch TV, it's a choice I made about 3 years ago. I prefer reading. The only exception to this is watching National Geographic and football - watching Arsenal FC play to be specific.
• I can't swim, even to save my own life.
• I am a self declared chapati specialist, no sweat making them.
• I love order, neat desk, well arranged closet. Everything just placed in its rightful place.
• My favourite author of all time is Paulo Coelho. And reading this blog bikozulu.

Dreams
To own 3 stationeries outlets.
To own a grocery supermarket.
To visit each county headquarter I haven't been to in my country Kenya. I have 34 to visit.

I look forward to a healthy, fulfilled and happy future. Meanwhile, I am enjoying my 30s and that picture was taken around 1983, it's been that looong ;).

Thanks for always reading, I appreciate and look forward to seeing you around.

Linking with Passion for Fashion , Favourite Fashion Friday. See you on Monday and enjoy your weekend.
Merci

WEEKEND GETAWAY:NAIVASHA DAY 1

Happy Wednesday! I hope you have been fine. Well, I had a weekend getaway with my girls last weekend to Naivasha and that explains my lack of posts.
We have an investment group with 5 of my girls and every year we take time to just bond together beyond the money matters.

For the first day as we were getting accustomed to the environment much of the time was spent at the swimming pool. I can't swim and I am not willing to learn either. I therefore decided to just lounge as I watch my girls enjoy the water. I had the above outfit and the scarf is a gift from one of the girls, Saturday is my birthday and therefore they took time to also present me with gifts. I added the cape later in the evening when it got chilly.

Linking with  because Shanna said so ,  shopping my closet , Lindsey at pleated poppy , happiness at mid life.

Shoes - thrifted
Short - thrifted
Top - thrifted
Scarf - gifted
Cape - thrifted
Watch - street purchase

Thanks for always reading, I appreciate.

Merci