Oh My! Addicted to Stripes!

It's summer and breathable fabrics are in. 

Last month, I have managed to drop by H&M and was so surprised to see a lot of great items! 

To be honest, I really don't shop much from there as I am always struggling with the size. 

I am a size XS or S and I find their clothes a little big but during my last visit, this has changed. 

They do have a lot of sizes and a lot of items are still on sale. 

I got the light blue and green striped ones for only QR 59 each!

The navy blue one is actually from Zara and is a bit pricey so I think I will be heading to H&M next time (if ever I am going to need something, I am still on a Shopping Ban). 

Do you have any summer finds? 

Mouse. Minnie Mouse.

For the casual jeans and tshirt day, a loose shirt is my go-to one. 

With the scorching hot weather in Doha, well, it's just smart to wear loose shirts. 

My Essentials in Black + White

Seeing things in Black and White recently...

Outfit Inspiration: Accessorizing is the Key

Liven up your plain white, black or gray tee with accessories.

Shades are my Hubby's.

Scarf is a gift from Russia.

Bead Bracelet is a gift from Greece.

My Friday Shirt

As this shirt states, it's Friday! 

And it's the weekend!

Woke up extra early today and am sitting on the PC watching Phryne Fisher.

Will do the rest of the chores later on.

What are you up to today?

Whatever it is, enjoy!

Outfit Inspiration: Neutral Colors

White + Gray 

For a simple look this week, I had chosen a flowy white Mango Longsleeves and a pair of ankle length Grayish striped trousers from Uniqlo. 

I normally wear it with white flats. 

It may also go with white, gray or black pumps for added height. 

Outfit Inspiration: Bright Flats!

Denim Shift from H&M; Necklace from Citylifestyle; Flats from SM Department Store

A denim shirt is a must in a girl's closet. 

Jazz it up with a statement necklace and a pair of bright flats. 

Outfit Inspiration: Burgundy Love

I've been loving this shade. 

It is a very flexible shade and one can easily mix and match these with other colors. 

I am still looking for a bag though :) 

Mango Loot

Hola!

What were you up to? 

Come to think of it, we are already halfway the month of February! Whoa!

It was Qatar National Sports Day last Tuesday and we did not even leave the house.

I've got some unfinished household chores so that was the only chance that I got to have them all done - so glad that I had them completed and got a little siesta time still :) 

Last week, I was able to visit Mango Shop at Villaggio to grab some office blouses and I got home with some fab items at very good prices! 

Their sale was still on. 

They had renovated their shop and now have a second level though I had a hard time finding something that would fit me. 

My size is S/XS that's why most of the time I order them online but this time Hubby had been so kind to go with me. 

Anyways, I've gone home with 2 tops. Zara's shop is just opposite Mango's and it's currently under renovation. 

I'll be back next month to grab some office trousers since we have the No Jeans Policy now. Awww. 

Lipstick from Dior, Got it for Qr 60 from the Qatar Airways Duty Free Staff Shop; Lipstick Wallet Mango, Qr 49; Nina Garcia's The One Hundred from Amazon 

Mango Shades, Qr 49

Coco Made Me Do It!

Oh...Another shirt crush!!!  Isn't it cute?  You cannot go wrong with a black shirt: pair it with a pair of jeans; a skirt; jazz it up with a chunky necklace or with a neon bag!  Saw this from Romwe. They do have free international shipping.  Hurry up and check their Flash Sale here. 

Fashion Books

There are some moments when I am telling myself that I think I'll bloom in the world of fashion.
Haha.
Yes, I've been dreaming of working ala-Andy Sachs of The Devil Wears Prada. 
Oh, those dresses, the shoes, bags and Runways! 
I've also been wanting to attend the Fashion Week! 
Hope they'll have something like this here or in Dubai. 
(Maybe because I've been trying to read Revenge Wears Prada for quite some time now.) 
After Liz Uy, launched her book in Manila, I was trying so hard to get a copy, the same thing for Tricia Gosingtian's. 
Apparently, these are not yet available online. 
I've found one, Nina Garcia's "The One Hundred" and will definitely get this one. 
I am going to check first at Virgin Megastore (Yes, I'll take chances, who knows, maybe they'd have this one). 
Am not giving up! 

SJP's Shoe Line

Hey! Guess what's here! It's Sarah Jessica and her new line up of fab shoes.  Who does not wish of a walk in closet overflowing with clothes, shoes and bags like ala-Carrie Bradshaw?  Was able to check out the designs and I totally adore these. 

I love the color of this pair. 

Nude Pumps should be a staple. 

And so is a strappy pair! 

Love the detailing of this one. 

Bow is sexy...and so is Red! 

P.S.  Photo Credits from Vogue UK. 

Mango.com

It's my first time to order some stuffs online from Mango and it was amazing!

In less than a week, my friends and I received the parcels and they were in good condition.

The past few weeks are quite busy and I was able to visit the mall only last weekend to do the groceries before Ramadan.

As usual, it was jam-packed!

I headed to Mango to grabbed the stuffs that I liked but was so frustrated as most of them were not in stock.

Good thing that Mango offers free shipping if you purchase more than QR 500 and the items are still on sale!

My friends and I had decided to order and it was quite a good experience.

The stocks were updated and we had saved ourselves from the hassel of going from one branch to the other just to get the stuffs we need.

I love shopper's bags! You can almost put everything in it! Haha!

Black and White Stripped Shopper's Bag

Strawberry Colored Cotton Shopper Bag

My Owl necklace was housed on this cutesy box.



 



 

Oh, can't wait for the year-end sale!

 

XoXo,

 

Joana 

 

Summery Saturday

Oh well.

It's Saturday again and Ramadan will start off this week so I had begged my boyfriend to have breakfast outside.

We grabbed coffees and pancakes from McDonald's and headed off to Corniche for a quick walk and to take some photos too.

The water is colored deep blue green and the subtle summer breeze brushed off against my now rosy cheeks.

The weather this morning was amazing!

What a great day to end the week and let a new one begin.

Sitting on the green grass

Sling bag from Roxy

My dose of caffeine for today...

Pink Loafers from Missy at Centrepoint, Al Asmakh Mall

Cute Sunnies from Splash, Al Asmakh Mall

Green Toes and the Green Grass...Colorama by Maybelline

XoXo,

Joana

Owl...Owl...Owl...

I adore owl necklaces.

Who doesn't?

XoXo,

Joana

Marc Jacobs for Diet Coke

Have you seen this one?

It is so cool that he did this one for Coke.

I believe that if I was not working in a telco I might have pursue a career in the fashion industry or something like that.

I consider myself a fashionista in some ways.

I may not have a pair of Louboutins or Prada or a Gucci but I think it's not about the label or the price but how you carry yourself.

Marc Jacobs is  a fashion icon as well.

Aren't these cans fashionable?

XoXo,

Joana 

Accessorize

It was another couple of hours well spent with a good friend of mine.

We had spent those hours checking cool accessories in a shop in Royal Plaza.

They have discounts and most of the items are uber nice.

In the end, I got myself lots of headbands, a pair of earrings, a necklace and a bracelet!

The good news is, I did not break the bank!

This would look great on a white shirt. 

Summery! 

Pastel colored bracelet

Blair Waldorf-inspired Headbands :) 

Leaving you a photo of Blair (grabbed from Google :) ) 

XoXo,

Joana

Fashion and Beauty Finds from H and M

It was two days ago when my good friend and I went to the Landmark Mall to roam around.

We went to some shops and checked the stuffs.

Most of the collections are already for winter.

I love winter!

That's the reason why most of the summer clothes are already on sale.

I've got these fabulous finds from H & M for at least QAR 20.

These shirts can also be worn with a tailored suit jacket.

I would like to pair the shorts with a burgundy/gray colored tights.

Sleeves shirts and a cool pair of shorts 

This re-usable bag is a winner and you can get it for only QR 21!

Nice print!

Time for some face masks and these fab variants are just so yummy.

Umm, did I say yummy?

They smell sooo good! 

 Make sure to drop by H&M and there are many more great finds just in time for the gifting season!

XoXo,

Joana

In Search of Swimwear

Since summer is coming to an end, my friend and I are looking for a somewhat new pair of swimsuit, something that would suit me (though I've not really gained my required weight).

A common friend of ours got a high waisted one and it was nice! 

She told us that she got it from the Philippines and gave us the shop's name. 

I had checked their site and they do have lovely pairs! 

Check these out.

And oh, they ship internationally (though the shipping fee is a bit costly). 

From Soak Swimwear: 

I love the ruffles! 

The color combination is great! 

Come on, sunshine! 

From I Love Koi: 

Nautica :) 

The classic Black and White combination. 

Magenta and Moss

We are thinking to order online or maybe ask someone to buy them for us from the Philippines.

Love the skin that you're in! 

XoXo,

Joana