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  • MILAN WHAT I WORE
    FASHION,  Casual Look,  MILAN,  Style Tips,  Summer + Spring

    What I wore in MILAN!

    Milan is the City of Fashion, that goes to say, you have to dress for it! So here’s What I wore in MILAN! I wore this simple basic outfit yet I made it more Glam! Here are my outfit photos (thot I’d pop them here because I looked fine as he*l! Don’t forget to check out my YouTube channel where I post my Travel Adventures across Italy & PLEASE SUBSCRIBE !

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    If I’m going to be a mess, I might as well be a HOT MESS! UNKNOWN … Hello, my gorgeous readers. I’m glad that you visited today and also hope that you are all well wherever you are in life. As for me, I thank God that I’m doing better than yesterday, that’s more than enough to ask. Today I’ll be coming at ya’ll looking like a HOT MESS!! Today I’m coming at ya’ll in this pink look that I so much love. I love it so much for two reasons; One is that this look was the very first professional photoshoot that I did before moving to Italy. By…

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    Hello there Gorgeous Perfectly Imperfect friend, I hope you are going well, if not take your mind off as you read through this short blog 😉 post for some feel-good Friday chat. Today’s feature is this lovely short and sweet look. It’s a simple white dress with pink strikes at the front. I matched this up with this gorgeous sling bag (same bag in THIS POST but without the tailhook) then for a casual summer vibe I wore these brown and white sandals. I love sandals a lot, if I’m not in heels, I sure am in sandals. Check out my Gladiator Sandals blogs HERE and HERE. Disclaimer: This post may include…

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    Happy Easter ❤

    “The very first Easter taught us this: that life never ends and love never dies.” ― Kate McGahan. Hello Everyone and Happy Easter to you and your loved ones. Today I’m coming at you with this simple yet elegant white dress. I love this dress, it makes me feel like a rich aunty or a rich housewife of Hollywood, haha, lol, I wouldn’t know what a rich housewife of Hollywood feels but I hope it’s what I picture, them having the finer things in life, stress-free , shopping for clothes 24/7 and just looking all beautiful, glamed up and sassy. We all would like that, right?? Well my question is, What’s…

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    DEAR WINTER, I’M BREAKING UP WITH YOU. IT’S TIME I START SEEING OTHER SEASONS. LIKE SPRING, HE GIVES ME FLOWERS. – ME. Halleluhya, SPRING IS BACKKKK! Howdy my fantamagorgeous peeps. I hope that you are doing well, Rona and all, I really hope that you are well. Spring is here again, nothing brings me so much joy and peace. I come from Africa, I know only one season, Summer! This will change with some rain, small cold but it’s practically bearable. Then I moved to Italy…… Don’t get me wrong tho. I love it here, but if we have any conversation to do with the fall and winter seasons, I…

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    “Brothers, what we do now in life … echoes in eternity ”….. THE GLADIATOR ― Marcus Aurelius How are yah my beautiful people? It’s been a hot minute since I last blogged on fashion, well, my blog is a mix of a ton of things all from Fashion, to Beauty, Lifestyle, Fitness, and Travel. (I have them in links intentionally, by the way, CLICK IT, LOL! I mean, we humans are not limited to just one thing, right? We are complex beings y’all. My blog tho is majorly on fashion so think of me as a one-stop-shop. Without further ado, today’s blog is on “The Gladiator shoes.” Brief History about The…

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    With V-Day fast approaching, I thought It’d be fun to put together a little guide to give you a few Valentine’s Day outfit ideas and also if red happens to be a bit much for you (some people don’t like to be all too obvious with red during Valentine’s) so I’ll be showing different outfits you can easily incorporate into your looks without being all too “red”. V-Day is all about showing your loved ones you care, yet it’s important to extend the same kind of love and care to yourself. Show yourself some love with something special darlings, you deserve it… Whether it’s flowers, luxe loungewear, pretty jewels, or…

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    Are you into knit dresses? I really am and so I’ll be sharing a few different knit styles for different budgets. Hope you enjoy it! Look 1: The red-checked mini knit dress. Super versatile, I love this style because you can easily dress it up with matching red heeled booties and a beautiful coat if cold, or dress it down with some sandals or even sports for a more casual look when warmer. Look 2: The turtle-neck knit dress. However, if you choose to opt for a midi style, I really love the ones that have a turtle neck for that warm cozy feel. Simple little details like that add…

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1️⃣ Plan and book in advance: Popular tourist attractions such as Colosseum & the Vatican museums can get crowded during the summer. Also, use Skip-the-Line Tickets to save time and avoid waiting in long queues.

2️⃣ 📸 If you want to take great pictures on most famous landmarks, you need to arrive super early (like before 7AM).

3️⃣ 🤳Stay vigilant against pickpockets: Keep an eye on your belongings, use a money belt or secure bag, and be cautious of your surroundings, especially in busy tourist spots such as Fontana di Trevi, Spanish steps, and public transportation. Be cautious of street peddlers, the most popular is a guy that approaches you and puts a bracelet on your wrist. First, it’s for free but then he wants you to pay for the bracelet.

4️⃣👮‍♂️Validate Your Train and Bus Tickets: When using public transportation, ALWAYS validate your tickets BEFORE boarding to avoid hefty fines.

5️⃣ 💦Bring a reusable water bottle. Rome has many public water fountains (nasoni) where you can refill your water bottle for free. Stay hydrated, especially during the hotter months.

6️⃣ 👗Be Mindful of Dress Codes: When visiting churches or religious sites, it's important to dress appropriately. BOTH men and women should cover their shoulders and knees. Carry a scarf or shawl to cover up if needed.

7️⃣ 📒Learn Basic Italian Phrases: Locals appreciate the effort, and it can make communication smoother, especially in smaller towns where English may be less commonly spoken. Learn a few basic Italian phrases, greet people with a friendly "Buongiorno" or "Buonasera."

8️⃣ 👟Wear comfortable shoes. The best way to explore Rome is by walking and you’ll walk ... A LOT!

9️⃣ 👩‍💻 Buy tickets from the official websites. The prices vary a lot.

🔟🏧Carry Cash: While credit cards are widely accepted, it's a good idea to carry some cash for smaller establishments, markets, or when traveling to more rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.

EXTRA TIP as one who lives in Italy:

👌 There are NO shoulder seasons, unless it's raining hailstones or floods 😅. So you WILL find crowds.
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