..Funsized, pan-African, spiritual, hippy princess! :-)
I started this blog because I love to share! Sharing is caring!
Whether if be my creations (SweetOrangeBoutique @SweetOrangeBou) or information on Hair & Beauty, fashion, food, travel or culture, I will share it.
I don't know it all, I am still learning and welcome you to join me as I navigate this thing called life.
These are my thoughts and feelings, nothing here is written to offend.
Thank you for reading,
@MsShayDivine
Yes! I do know there is no specific
season to be reading but you get where I am going so leave it internet trolls!?
Lol
I am passionate about reading and
literacy and strongly believe children (and adults) should read as much as
possible.
I am not one for Christmas and all that
but if you're giving gifts why not give a book...I know some children won’t
appreciate it now but you never know when they will be inspired to pick up that
book they received and learn something new.
Amazon
has a wide range of books and I have chosen a few on Culture and
Diversity.
***West Africa: Word, Symbol, Song at British Library***
Until
@ The British Library
96 Euston Road
London
NW1 2DB
"Delve into the history and culture ofWest Africawithout leaving central London as theBritish LibrarypresentsWest Africa: World, Symbol, Song.
This ambitious exhibition showcases literature, faith, politics and music from Ghana, Nigeria, Maliand other nations from the region. Spanning the various empires of the Middle Ages through to colonialism, resistance, independence and modern life, there is a vast range of intriguing and informative items on display.
Highlights from the archives include rare pamphlets, film, audio, textiles and manuscripts that detail everything from protest songs to the thoughts and ideas of leading West African literary figures and leaders. Of particular note is an annotated manuscript for a poem written by Africa’s first Nobel prize winner, Wole Soyinka. Littered with doodles and corrections, it contains the basis of his famous poem Idanre, a work inspired by a deep mythological experience. Also celebrate work by the internationally acclaimed musician and human rights activist, Fela Kuti.
The guest consultant for the exhibition is Dr Gus Casely-Hayford, the writer and presenter of Lost Kingdoms of Africa."
***No Colour Bar: Black British Art in Action from 1960 to 9990***
@ The Guildhall Art Gallery, Guildhall Yard, LondonEC2V 5AE
Untill 24/01/16
"Guildhall Art Gallery's upcoming exhibition is an innovative look at Black British cultural identities, heritage and creative voices - and the struggle Black British artists faced to have their voices heard - from the 1960s to the 1990s. Prominent Black artists include Eddie Chambers, Sonia Boyce and Denzil Forrester.
The show runs until January 24th 2016, and includes a multi-sensory recreation of the Walter Rodney bookshop created by renowned artist and curator Dr Michael McMillian and Dubmorphology, sound and visual specialists, that sits at the heart of the exhibition.
Influenced by the emergence of newly independent African and Caribbean states, global liberation struggles, the fight against unfair discrimination and an insistence on dignified citizenship within Britain, these artists found expression by way of ‘creation for liberation’. The exhibition will explore these struggles and celebrate their contribution through four powerful themes: ‘Elbow Room’, ‘Broad Shoulders’, ‘Clenched Fists’ and ‘Open Arms’.
The Guildhall Art Gallery is part of the City of London’s evolving ‘cultural hub’ and will be open daily providing visitors with a unique opportunity to explore the significance of Black British culture and the importance of its historical contribution to the UK."
It's almost time for the work Christmas party, as well as all the other festive season shindigs, and personally I think the best thing about these are dressing up and catching jokes...laughing at and with! #SoSueMe lool
Anyway, one part of dressing up for the festive parties a lot of people forget about is their nails.... It's all well a good you have your pretty dress and shoes but then you forget the nails and you can ruin the whole outfit with chipped or mismatched nails...
So!Why not get ahead of the game this year and start looking for your party season nail colours...
These are my top three choices from the London high street and yes! You may need a chain saw to get the glitter off but soak those nails in some acetone or a good nail polish remover and it will be much easier...Or get some OPI Glitter-Off Peal off base coat.
(Got some from ASOS)
No picking off nail polish! This will damage you nails!
Getting dressed this morning, I pulled out some chunky knits to brave the cold and realised to my horror that I only have 2 Orange pieces in my knitwear collection!
#Firstworld problems...Checked my nonsense melt down at the wardrobe door and reminded myself these are not real problems...I pulled it together, thanked God for my blessings and got ready for work. SMH!
Yes...So Sorry Mr Xzibit!
On route to work I decided to see what online stores had in the form of orange or autumn knitwear and found these gorgeous three pieces and yes, I will be treating myself to the Orange jumper dress by Newlook.
It's super cute and I can already picture the outfit without having any ridiculous melt downs about clothes.
I just hop it fits these funsized curves the way I want it to...Update to follow!
I love my height and curves and I think it's high time the fashion industry in the UK took into consideration petite doesn't always mean slim or without curves.
Yes, some store do petites in sizes 12, 14 and 16 but these are usually not structured well enough for curves. I don't find these larger petite size are made well enough for women with a little more thickness in the bust, hip and booty area.
I've been on a mission this week to find ripped knee jeans for
those of us who are under 5.3ft tall. After ordering 5 pairs online and
returning 3pairs in store I have found 3 pairs which fit nicely and
are of a good length.
Some of the pairs I have tried gave me a muffin top...(of which I do not have naturally)
Never a good look...EVER!
Others I tried on were soooo tight...come on people, does every pair or jeans you sell have to be skinny fit or super skinny?
They feel like they're sprayed or painted on
and are incredible difficult to put on...I mean I almost dislocated my hip trying on some of these jeans!
In the end, these were the best 3 I found online & instore...
Just so you know...
It is not my intention to bash any store, website or designer, I am simply
trying to find clothes that fit well for me and all the other funsized
diva's out there. X
