FEMINISM. A concept that is misunderstood by many. It is the core of who I am. So when I saw that fellow Somali Ladies came out with this shirt, I had to get it!! It represents me so well. Being raised in a patriachal society has made me extra sensitive to our rights as human beings. The concept that we are unable or not allowed to do certain things is crazy. I intend to live my life to the…
Golden hour is my fav! That combined with a good highlighter is an amazing pic. I love finding new places to take pictures. A fellow blogger showed me this cute little spot right in my neighborhood; a hidden gem. This shirt is from top shop. Anyone that knows me knows I love a good sale! So yes I got this shirt from the clearance rack and its GOLD. I love Gold anything!!! The jeans are from H&M and shoes from…
I love colors and mixing prints. I am in love with these series that I did with a college friend of mine. I was able to put a modern twist to traditional clothing and pay tribute to my culture. This here is called a dirac. Its an oversized piece of fabric worn with a skirt under and a scarf to match. The skirt is purposely more shapely under; gives an illusion of a womanly figure. Traditional clothes tend to be…
I was born in Somalia! Its a beautiful country in the horn of Africa. While I didn’t grow up there, my parents have taken the traditions and values with them along our journey to the US. I love the culture, the clothes, and the traditions. This outfit here is worn by bridesmaids during a big engagement party. Its not technically an engagement but for the sake of comparing it to an American wedding it is. In Somalia, we don’t…
