When Yanmo and I were reallyyy young, we used to watch loads of Brenda Fassie's music videos (courtesy of a pirated VCD). For some strange reason, I've just been in the mood to listen to her songs and I'm really not suprised because Brenda Fassie is actually INCREDIBLE!
These are my favourite songs by her :)
I'm always glad that I was alive during her lifetime. RIP Mabrr
Love,
Sosa
Now that I'm 15, I refuse to be called Sosa. I shall now be known as Sosa Mimosa the Fifteenth.
Call me weird but I feel like it should be marked in some way :)
Anyway, I have decided to take you all through my birthday weekend (starting from Saturday night at like 9.00pm because I haven't actually got any pictures from Friday. Oops.)
October 1st, 9.30pm : My gorgeous friend, M and I went to dinner at Richoux. You guys only get a picture of M at dinner- none of me because as of my last post, we all know how I look whilst eating.
October 2nd, 12.10am : Why did I get my cake at 10 past 12, you might ask? Because my parents told me happy birthday late. Then handed me my cupcake-cake- the most delicious thing ever. Excluding the braised fungus in China. Nothing beats braised fungus.
October 2nd, 2pm : My only birthday present came from the lovely Celia! The wrapping reminded me soo much of my home in Lagos, where I have my secret Bratz/Barbie/massive teddy bear collection. But I'm guessing since I just told you all about the collection, it isn't so secret anymore. Bummer.
October 2nd, 2pm onwards : BRICK LANE *insert profanity of choice here*! This was my first time ever shopping on Brick Lane and it was pretty cool :) Crowded, yes but everyone had a really 'individual' vibe.
It's going nothing on Mayfair though... Just saying.
View from under the Bridge.
I don't know if this counts as a mural. I'm not good with arty vocabulary. But I do know that it was absolutely beautiful (despite all the junk around it).
Etta
tried this jacket on
but bought this one, which I thought was wayyy cooler.
Ooh because this is also meant to be an outfit-y post kinda blog: I am wearing... *drumrolllll*
Shirt, Topshop; Skirt, Auntie Jummai; Bag, Vintage; Shoes, H&M
Me as Whoopi Goldberg.
At least, I now know that this isn't my look.
M on the street looking ever so... M-like?
Don't judge me for the lack of creativity- you try thinking of synonyms of gorgeous. Umm yeah. Harder than you think huh?
ICE-CREAM TRUCK!! Yessss
In true teenage girl style, our last activity of the day was (yes, you guessed it) STALKING :D For all of you who don't know, that's Curtis from Misfits. And for all of you who don't watch Misfits, umm why don't you?
Lots of love to Lade who took literally all the photos in this post :)
Sosa Mimosa the Fifteenth.
Yammie has the ridiculously handy talent of being able to look reallyyy good whilst eating- in pictures at least. Do I have that talent? Umm no... I kinda look like this:
But I can appreciate when someone knows how to work the camera whilst chowing down on a forkful of lasagne! Go Yammie :)
The picture below was taken at Benares in Mayfair, which has the best Indian fusion food EVER.
And this was taken at Truc Vert in Mayfair (again). The prawn salad gives me a reason to live. Really.
Welll Mayfair does have the best restaurants. *No partiality there.
Ps. 15 minutes till I'm 15!!! Yayayayaaay.
Okay. Time to stop spazzing out.
Love,
Sosa
I found this photo on the Pop'Africana Blog and I absolutely fell in love with it! I think it's the transparent pants, her halter-like top, the bridge in the background and her super duper fierce pose (virtually everything) that make this such a great picture. And the black and white, obviously. I really have no idea which- but it's all fun to look at :)
The photo from the book 'The Way We Wore Black Style Then' by Michael McCollom (which I'm definitely going to buy!)
Ps. I think the woman in the photo kinda looks like Kaven of the 4aces! What do you guys think?
Love,
Sosa
I was recently invited to a charity event hosted by the not for profit organisation, WLFF (With Love From Friends) so I thought I'd tell you guys a bit about it :)
WLFF is an organisation that coordinates an event each year to raise funds for the advancement of education in Nigeria. This year, they are organising an 'Old Hollywood' themed fundraising ball on the 1st of October- which happens to be Nigeria's Independence Day. This year, WLFF is working with LOTS (Love on the Streets) Foundation to meet educational needs in Dustbin Estate, in Ajegunle, Lagos State.
An exerpt from my invitation:
WLFF ‘Old Hollywood’ Fundraising Ball
WLFF is delighted to invite you to the ‘Old Hollywood’ Fundraising Ball! A glamorous evening complete with 3 course meal, Wine, Live music, Drama & much more... all in aid of a great cause!
Date : Saturday, 1 October 2011
Venue : Hotel Russell, 1-8 Russell Square, Bloomsbury, London, WC1B 5BE
Price : Fifty Pounds (£50) Tickets : Available for purchase online here
Attractions include: Red Carpet | Drinks reception |Three Course Meal | Live Music | Drama | Fantastic Raffle prizes |Old Hollywood photo-booth | Authentic, show stopping, yes-he-just-played-another-great-song DJ.
The ball will showcase the above attractions; with a nod to the Golden ‘Old Hollywood’ Age... do not miss it!
I'm super excited to attend the WLFF Ball! Obviously, immediately I saw 'Old Hollywood' and 'charity', I was beyond excited. Right now, my biggest dilemma is what to wear.. Whoa.
I look forward to seeing any of you guys there :) And if you all have any questions concerning the event, please feel free to email me with your queries!
Love,
Sosa
Everyone knows I love me some Daphne Guinness. She has the most well-developed personal style that I've ever seen on a human being. There is absolutely nothing generic about her. Nothing.
MAC cosmetics is teaming up with iconic fashion designer, innovator, and muse Daphne Guinness to launch a colour collection inspired by Daphne's unique and modern style.
The line will launch in the U.S this December and then arrive in U.K stores in January 2012.
We’re expecting to see rich shades and dramatic textures from this upcoming collection – which is still under wraps.
MAC has previously worked with Lady Gaga, Cindy Lauper, Cindy Sherman, Alexander McQueen, Liberty of London and even Barbie.
- SOURCE: Harper's Bazaar
Yaaaayyy Can't wait! I can now rest easy knowing that something exciting is in the horizon once I'm done with my load of work :)
Love,
Sosa
Whilst trying to juggle the massive amount of schoolwork that has been unceremoniously thrust upon me, I have of course managed to keep up with the fashion shows at NYFW and LFW so far. And I would just like to use this opportunity to say:
Dear Oscar de la Renta, you are a genius. I'm a fan. I would like something from your new collection. Please get in touch :)
Anywayyy, moving on swiftly.
I've always said that though everyone comes to see the new collections, the biggest fashion show actually takes place outside the tents. Streetsyle is the new thing, my lovely readers and I am definitely loving it.
This bag is straight out of my Wishlist. This, the Proenza Schouler PS11, the Kate Spade Essex Scout, the Anndra Neen cage bag and others that don't fall within the price range that has been stipulated by my pocket money... Joy.
I WANT THIS SWEATER SO BAD! Seeing as it's my birthday soon.. Who knows? *fingers crossed*
Ps Mummy, I know you're reading this. Take note :)
Baboosh!
My best look from the NYFW pictures. Miroslava Duma never disappoints. She just has a way of putting certain pieces together that is just ingenious- and seemingly effortless.
Last, but never ever least: ADR. Need I say more? Yes, actually. But today is not the day to rant about Anna Dello Russo's general amazingness. Maybe tomorrow will be. To be honest, I don't know.
Love,
Sosa
Photos via: Vogue.com, The Sartorialist
