Coffee Break

Can this year end already??? Its the final stretch and boy am I am feeling it! On a happier note though, work is almost over and I can't wait to relax! I have been watching everyone's snaps on Snapchat - most of them are on holiday. One of my friends is giving me major envy with all his Thailand snaps while I'm snapping myself at work! I don't have anything planned this year however I do wish to spend quality time with my family. I feel like I haven't seen then all year! 

Pagiel and I shot this at the Durban Botanic Gardens after a shoot we had done. We needed something to cool us down after working in the blazing sun all morning and ended up doing an impromptu photoshoot for me. My look was casual and cool, allowing me to move freely and work efficiently in the heat. The satin pyjama-style top is from Zara, it's probably the coolest shirt I own. The jeans are from Mr Price which was purchased for a photoshoot but made it's way into my closet. Lastly, the shoes are from Zara, which are still in stock in some stores.

Satin Top - Zara // Denim Jeans - Mr Price // Pointy Cut out Shoes - Zara // Leather Bracelet - Louis Vuitton // Sunglasses - Her Collection

Photography by Pagiel Chetty - www.pagielchetty.co.za @pagielchetty 

The Nightmare that is Packing

I'm leaving in a few days so I decided to pack from today ( two days prior) because packing has always and will always give me nightmares. I dress according to my mood so packing is difficult for me. How am I supposed to know what I feel like wearing ten days in. For a long time I over-packed and honestly didn't wear half the stuff I carried. I still get reminded about my one-shoe-a-day policy. Imagine traveling for twenty plus days! I know many of you can relate as over-packing is a common problem amongst  us youngsters however, after many ignorant years I devised a plan of action - how to pack for the duration of my holiday and not the entire year. I must say, since seeing the light my anxiety levels have decreased tremendously.

This is my Plan -

• Check the weather of my destination.
• Check itinerary - that way I know what to pack for whichever activities I'll be doing.
• Find the correct bag - remember to consider your holiday shopping, keep extra space.
• Start with one type of clothing - I start with pyjamas, underwear, and socks because there's no thinking required, any type of pyjama etc. will do.
• Move on to the serious business - day wear. Pick a few tops that transition from day to night.
• Find bottoms to match and any inner-wear required.
• Match a neutral shoe and accessories.
• Pack any special event outfits eg. New Year's Eve dress.
• Go through what I've picked and take some stuff out, I usually take more than I need.
• Now that that's done pack shoes in a shoe bag!! (I've seen someone use a Checkers packet).
• Roll clothing tightly, it saves space and minimal creasing.
• Pack toiletries, chargers, hairdryer, medicine (if required).
• Pack money and passport and any other extras in my handbag.
• I'm good to go!!!!

Just Kidding, Please Don't!