MANAGING INSECURUTIES
Posted on May 11, 2014 7 Comments
Hello,
So I really wanted to type this post but it’s much convenient to film this kind of discussions, I get to express myself better and I think I’m more relatable.( Apologies to everyone who messaged me about the network situation in Nigeria so they can’t watch videos as easily. I would make it up to you.) This video is about physical insecurities and how to handle them. I also discussed my own experience with insecurities and how I managed them.
Have a great week ahead.
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Xoxo
Tosin
PHOTO BLOG: JAPANESE NIGHT OUT!
Posted on May 10, 2014 2 Comments
I love good food, hence fine dining is one of the ways to my heart…… I went to this Japanese restaurant called Sapporo and it was just lovely, even though I’m not a big fan of “sushi” there were substitutes and I indulged! I didn’t get a proper pic of my outfit, (but If you follow me on Instagram there’s a selfie there). However after Brazilian food I can proudly say that I love Japanese food. I rate this restaurant 9/10! The Chefs were entertaining with their culinary skills/tricks, the food was great, lovely decor and the price was right! If you’re ever in my city, please do visit!
Photos taken with my phone(Left Cam at home)
6 ITEMS I CURRENTLY LOVE!
Posted on May 9, 2014 1 Comment
Hello people,
These are six items I’ve been loving this past month, and I would certainly be restocking them, if I ever run out!
1. M.A.C MINERALISE SKIN FINISH POWDER: Guys! I’ve been dulling! This powder is the truth! I was a bit hesitant to buy it because I assumed it would have a “bronzed finish” and I’d be shining, but this powder is a full face powder, it covers right, sets your foundation perfectly and makes you glow. I wear it everyday and I love it. (I’m in the shade Dark deep and it totally makes me look brighter)
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#MY VEGAS STYLE!
Posted on May 8, 2014 9 Comments
Hello,
Hope you’re doing well and getting ready for the weekend like I am. I was recently contacted by Vegas.com for Aria Resort and Casino to participate in their Las Vegas style challenge i.e #MyVegasStyle . I was asked to put a collection together on what I would wear to specific locations at the resort. My choices were:
Lunch at Lemongrass, Dinner at Javier’s and a Night out at Haze bar; I handpicked all the items and put together the collections! Tell me your fave and what you think!
LUNCH DATE
DINNER DATE
NIGHT OUT
Quick poll: Would you like me to do more style picks with the name of stores and where to buy? And also don’t forget to read/watch the previous posts, there’s another poll going on there!
Speak soon.
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xoxo
Tosin
UPDATED NATURAL HAIR REGIMEN
Posted on May 7, 2014 15 Comments
Hello,
I promised to do an updated natural hair routine and here it is. This video contains my food, products, hair habits,tips and wash regimens. I hope its as informative as I intended it to be. And as always, If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask via comments or mail me directly.
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Lipstick: M.A.C flat out faboulous
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Xoxo
Tosin
QUICK POLL: Do you prefer video or text posts? or you like both equally. Please drop a comment below, I’d like to know your opinion .
I VENT: my Nigerian High Commission Experience in the UK!
Posted on May 6, 2014 74 Comments
Hello,
Early last month I travelled to London to renew my Nigerian Passport for the umpteenth time(I don’t understand why we constantly have to renew an “E-passport” in hardcopy). Although I initially planned to go to Nigeria for it, but I figured I would not be visiting home soon, and it was only sensible to visit the Nigeria high commission office(NHC) in the UK. (I have had this post in mind for a while, but lack of time to type this narrative, deterred the upload)
A month before, I went on the official website to book an appointment date as I had to do biometrics. The first charge was in dollars(I wonder why), I paid $65 for the passport renewal, after which I was automatically given an appointment date which was the next day(I did not get to choose). I felt it was an automated response, So I called their office to ask for a reschedule.
I cant’t even begin to explain how lackadaisical and rude the operator responded, but still I laid my request. The operator further replied “Uhmm miss, maybe you should visit the website” , I was quite perplexed but I calmed my nerves and said ” well I just did, that’s how I realised the error and also got your phone number”. He said ok and referred me another website to input my details. ( I was wondering why they didn’t just put all the info on one website) . However, I finally was able to book a preferred date and a time slot between 1 to 100 for 10am-5:30pm.
As a punctual person I picked slot 3 meaning I would be attended to before 11am and there would be order in the process. The webpage also prompted me to print out the confirmatory mail I was sent entailing my payment receipt and appointment time, I did. The adjoining documents required me to bring “My old passport, payment receipt,and a £20 postal order for “administrative charges”(they supposedly would recieve the hardcopy passport from Abuja, Nigeria). I made arrangements for all.
THE APPOINTMENT DAY:
So remember I mentioned that the appointment was for 10am, but as an over-sabi I got to the NHC at central London an hour before (thanks to my dad constantly telling me to leave the house). To my greatest Read More
QUICK BROW & NATURAL HAIR TUTORIAL
Posted on May 5, 2014 9 Comments
Hello all,
Here’s just a simple tutorial on how I styled my natural hair this last weekend, (Requested via Instagram). I hardly leave my hair out due to my busy schedule and the weather here, but change is good ^.^ .
I would do a detailed post on my updated hair care regime and any other details you request concerning hair care soon.
Sure you’ve been great! Do enjoy.
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******Fast forward to 1:12 for the hair tutorial!
Lipstick: M.A.C flat out faboulous
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Xoxo
Tosin
MAN VS. GOD
Posted on April 28, 2014 6 Comments
Hello,
I came across this video and decided to share, it depicts our human reasoning and how we sometimes forget how God sees us. Its such a powerful message and I pray you are truly blessed by it.
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xoxo
Tosin
BRAVE: A SHORT FILM
Posted on April 28, 2014 1 Comment
Hello all,
I’m one who greatly believes in talent and would endorse anything in accordance to my values. I also spend a good amount of watching and reading things with “inspirational content”. However this is a short film produced by friend, Lola of Lowladee.com she’s a movie producer and an amazing writer. BRAVE is inspired (but not based) by a true story on page 88 of T.D Jakes ‘The Lady, Her Lover & Her Lord’.
I watched it and its truly inspiring. In 30minutes it sums up the totality of love, commitment and what love should be in marriage. I really hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
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xoxo
Tosin
MY JOLLOF RICE RECIPE!
Posted on April 27, 2014 5 Comments
Hello all,
Jollof rice is one of my favourite meals of all time, and took me a while to nail a recipe that tasted as though it was the typical “party rice”. There are some tricks to ensure your jollof rice tastes great and I tried to show it all in this tutorial below. However I would list some pointers to help achieve maximum taste!
“I understand when it comes to cooking, people have their different methods/techniques, but this is what works for me and I hope you enjoy it”.
-Use fresh peppers
-use bleached palm oil preferably to cook stew.
-Incorporate chicken stock to the recipe.
-Season! season !season!!! (USE THYME!, chicken cubes, and bay leaf if you have)
-Use a wooden spoon to stir (that’s how my mama taught me)
-Ensure you monitor cooking closely. water dries up in minutes!
-Let it burn slightly. the burnt smell adds some nostalgic flavour.
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xoxo
Tosin.
AFRICANISM COSMOPOLITAN 