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This is the jacket of my dreams. $16 on e-bay, you are mine.

Sorry for the lack of posts, i just started school and I've been busy from 6-10 every day, this weekend i'll update lots though.
We're finally getting an AA here in Austin and i am pumped!!!

Backstage At Joburg Fashion Week 2007

The City of Johannesburg was headline sponsor of Joburg Fashion Week spring/summer, which was be held at Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton City from the 22nd to 25th August. Here are some of the scenes from the backstage of various shows:

Designer Marianne Fassler (right) getting interviewed.

Backstage at the Marianne Fassler show.

Lekgotla.

Behind the scenes before the Kluk CGDT show.

Behind the scenes at the Wonder Bra show.

Venue and patrons during the week.

Backstage at the Gavin Rajah show doing make up.

Backstage at the Gavin Rajah show doing make up.

Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton, Johannesburg.

Precious Moloi-Motsepe (right) gets interviewed.

(Photo Credits: Simon Deiner)

September 2007 MIMI Style Preview: Mignonette

With September just a week away, MIMI Magazine's September 2007 issue is about to be published. Among the stylish articles MIMI has slated for publication in our Style Section, is one about emerging independent label, Mignonette, started by Ghanaian fashionista Kpoene Kofi-Bruce.

Pictured about is the Nefe Wrap Dress with deep-v ruffle detail, back-wrap skirt with attached bow tie. The dress is available in blue floral, white or black eyelet. The Mignonette label is perfectly tailored for girls with curves and those without, with sizes ranging from 0-22. Read more about Mignotte in MIMI's upcoming September 2007 issue.

Black on Black

What You Need:
Black Skinnies
Black V-neck Sweater
White Shirt
Black Oxfords
Black Briefcase
And of course... Your parent's dorky glasses from the 90's

Paper Cuts

Once Each Season I will post One of these Collages of clothing with some of my favorite styles for fall along with my favorite runway shows and a wishlist. I'll call it my "Season Sessions" haha! no, that's totally lame. I wont call it anything for now, but here are some pictures of my fashion scrapbook for fall '07. enjoy!

I was inspired by the author of Style Bytes, it's an amazing fashion blog, Check it Out.

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Ben Sherman Anyone?

The oh so preppy button down polo dress has usually been a turn off for me, but after seeing this amazingly cut dress with perfect geometric pattern i began to think of the possibilities... Ben Sherman Jasmine Dress $69, Urban Outfitters

Also, I love this girls hair

I got bored, (once again) today and rode my bike over to a new little vintage store. It wasn't so much vintage as is was old clothes from brands like old navy ans express with the occasional designer dress thrown in. There were boxes and boxes of clothing and shoes piled in the back and I really wish i could have seen it all, because the owner told me she had tons of size 8 1/2 - 9 vintage shoes! they're hard to find usually. But i picked up these while I was there and I know I'll be back for more.

Vintage, Navy, Snake skin, peep toe heels, $12.99

Multiple Things

My Parents have decided to let me wallpaper my room. And although our budget isn't quite $115 a roll I'm having a lot of fun browsing through tons of colorful vintage wallpaper from the 60's and 70's. I want to plaster my walls with all this color! I'm going to start buying wall paper inspired fabric from thrift stores and making dresses because all these intricate florals aren't enough to simply look at.

8/18 - 19
Wow, I guess you could say i blew off "THE" shopping event of the summer this weekend. I went to Le Garage Sale but left soon after entering.

My mom got me this amazing vintage lunch box from the 70's, i love it (it's also some what wall paper inspired).

My friend and i managed to go down South Congress, South First, and Guadalupe (all the big shopping streets) in about one day, it was unbelievably tiring, but i came home with a few neat buys. Today I got extremely bored so i walked over to a little thrift store in search of high waisted jeans to alter. I ended up with 3 shirts and some wonderful bell bottoms that I promptly ruined.

The Outfit:
90's Leggings $12, Feathers Vintage
Black AA V-neck $3, new at a thrift store
Belt $2, Second Hand
Minnetonka Booties $28, Buffalo Exchange

Designer Spotlight: Kipepeo

Kipepeo (the Swahili word for butterfly) was originally launched in September 2001 with a selection of filigree jewellery, which is now known as the line’s classic staples. Kenyan born designer Carol Muthiga named the company Kipepeo to symbolize freedom and self-expression. She continues to embody these notions through forward moving designs, which includes modern takes on vintage-inspired designs. Kipepeo has adorned celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez, Halle Berry, Beyoncé, Mariah Carey, and many more. Learn more about Kipepeo by visiting www.kipepeokipepeo.com

Mombasa Earrings—18K Gold Filigree Earrings with Rose Quartz

Zanzi Earrings—Platinum Plated Filigree Earrings

MIMI Style Link: Objects Of Desire: Orange Moon

(Photo Credits: Provided Courtesy Of Lisa Harouni For Rubyrou)

WANT! NEED!

So I saw this picture today and the caption read something along the lines of "Big bags are totally 'in'". And all i could think was "The big bags make less of a statement then those TIGHT ASS leggings!!!" oh my god, I am getting them. But I'm also kicking myself because i was at urban two months ago and they had them on sale for $5, but I didn't think they were worth it. damn.

The Three Looks ( from L to R): The anti social (For London Club Goers), The Misshaped (for those of you from New York) , and the cobrasnake's second skin (L.A. duh!)

The most Exciting Part of Back - to -School...

The School Supplies Of Course! I feel so lame saying that, but for someone who doesn't go shopping for a whole wardrobe of back - to - school clothes candy colored notebooks and pencils are what i look forward to. I love everything at fredflare.com and the note books at urban outfitters are delicious - not to mention high-lighters in every color.

Ghana's Men Represent At The Bourne Ultimatum London Premiere

The Bourne Ultimatum premiered in London today at the Odeon Leicester Square. Ghana's Ozwald Boateng and Joey Ansah were spotted at both the party and on the red carpet.
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Men's fashion designer Ozwald Boateng with a mystery guest.
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Actor Joey Ansah (who stars in the movie) with a mystery guest.

(Photo Credits: Jamie Hughes for Universal Pictures)

A Fresh Take on Lamé?

I'm Sure everyone's sick of hearing about metallics. Even though lamé leggings grace the legs of hipsters in L.A. night clubs, the look is nearly passé. But I've found that i love the look of soft and pretty pastels with silver accents and athletic touches. I'm Dying for the Blowfish Silver high-top sneakers, they're balla'.

Cape Town Fashion Week: In Style Charity Fashion Show

In honor of Women's Day, In Style Magazine, in association with Elizabeth Arden and Go Red For Women, featured some of South Africa's best fashion designers and their celebrity muses on the catwalk. The glamorous event was held to raise awareness of the risk of heart disease in women. Here are some highlights from the charity fashion show:

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1. Nkhensani Nkosi Dressed By Stoned Cherrie. 2. Chichi Letswalo Dressed By Thula Sindi. 3. Bonnie Henna Dressed By Julian. 4. Unathi Dressed By Sun Goddess. 5. Jo-Ann Strauss Dressed By Kluk CGDT. 6. Oluchi Dressed By Marc Bouwer.

(Photo Credits: Simon Deiner)