The Kardashians are coming to London!!!

If you love and follow the Kardashians just like I do and I'm ALWAYS keeping up with them, you must of heard through the grapevine the sisters have teamed up with Dorothy Perkins to create a fabulous collection and guess what? That kollection is almost here. Launching on the 8th November (3 days away) the "Kardashian Kollection" ranges from sizes 8-16 and fits in with the high-street price points from £25 - £80. The best thing about this kollection is from what I've seen online and looking through the lookbook's, you can tell what clothes are influenced by what Kardashian sister. Take a look at some looks I picked out and see if you can guess which sister they belong to: 

These photos are courtesy of Dorothy Perkins, I did not take these photos. 

Loves her tight body hugging dresses to show off that famous "booty"

The tallest and out spoken one of the sisters 

The petite one of the family loves to show her legs

The kardashians arrive in the U.K. on Thursday and will be holding a meet and greet at Westfield London on Saturday 10th november. This is the first time all 3 sisters are coming to the U.K. together, the girls will be signing a limited number of autographs for fans from 12.30pm, if you want an autograph you must collect a wristband from Westfield London (White city) you can collect the wristband from 9am. The queue will open from 7am but (no overnight stay is permitted). Only 500 wristbands will be distributed from 9am. If any of you guys go please let me know as I want to hear all your experiences. I'll be making a little video diary of the day which I'll post on here. In the mean time dolls, (in the words of Khloe Kardashian) "shake your tits" and I'll be back soon with more information. 

Lady T XxX

Long time no blog!!!

Hello, hello, hello,

let me start of by saying how sorry I am for not blogging for the last 6 months, I've been so busy with work (which is no excuse, I know), but I'm back and I'm excited to be back. The blog has had a new face lift, what are your thoughts? I'm still deciding on a couple of things and it may change again over the next few weeks but for now I'll keep it like this. 

I've got so many new plans for this blog, I'll be creating business cards very soon, outfit posts, more videos and much more. I've now decided to create a direct blog email so if you need to get in contact with me or want me to feature any products on my blog please do not hesitate to email me on: takawirafashionista@gmail.com

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Lady T XxX

So dance dance, like it's the last last, night of your life life

This isn't my best video but hey I'm just having fun and I'll get better (you'll probably hear some random vocals, it was 12am in the morning). Once again I must thank Charlie for learning this in less than an hour (my homegirl is talented), any suggestions of songs I should sing, please feel free to leave me a comment below, I have in mind my next song. Usher - DJ got us falling in love again is one of my favourite songs of 2011, when I hear it in the club I just want to shake my arse and dance like no one is watching, so right now I'm singing like no one is listening.


I'm wearing a Victoria Secret doodle hoodie and Charlie is wearing a lovely Topshop navy blue silk type shirt.


In no way shape or form am I doing this seriously, I'm simply doing this for fun & to also show people a side that no one has ever seen of me. Hope you enjoy this guys. 

Lady T XxX

Marra Marra

Although my birthday is 4 weeks away I'm more excited (as any girl would be) to go on holiday with the girls to Marrakech in May. Situated in north Africa, Marrakech also known as "Ochre City" is full of culture, sun, Atlas mountain, spa's, hammam (if you don't know what this is, I'll explain in upcoming posts), markets, beautiful belly dancers and so much more. A 4 day getaway can only mean one thing, outfits!!! So excited to do some holiday shopping and be sure to see a post of what I've bought for holiday and of course you guys will get to see not 1, not  2 but 4 girls and our different outfits throughout the trip. Check out our beautiful hotel were staying in found by the one and only Chantelle (aka Kimmy). (All photos in this post are courtesy of tripadvisor.com, I did not take these photos).

Jet Eldo Palmeraie Hotel Marrakech 

Lady T XxX

May the odds be ever in your favour - Jennifer Lawrence Style

Forget "There's something about Mary" because there is definitely soething about Jennifer Lawrence. After watching "The hunger games" last night with the girls I've been intrigued by this 20 year old oscar nominated chick. On the fashion scene she is one to watch, she isn't afraid of all over detail and very bright bold colours, (which is why I adore her) she always looks comfortable and confident on the red carpet, take a look at a little timeline of my favourite outfits from 2011 - 2012. I remember first seeing Jennifer at the 2011 Screen Actors Guild Awards and was blown away by her choice in colour, detail and showing off a bit of leg. The talented chick has only gotten better and better with her choices on the red carpet, take a look for yourself and see. (All photos are courtesy of google images, I did not take these photos)

Jennifer Lawrence

Fluoro Oscar De La Renta, 2011 Screen Actors Guild Awards

Bold and beautiful in Calvin Klein, 2011 Academy Awards

Prabal Gurung, 2012 "The Hunger Games" L.A. premiere

Forest green dress by Calvin Klein, 2012 NYC premiere

When it comes to detail Jennifer will do it from head to toe, looking divine in Marchesa Fall 2012 drop waist red lace dress, 2012 Berlin premiere

If you haven't already go and see this amazing film, I now plan on reading all the books and look forward to the next chapter coming to the big screen.

Lady T XxX

Bloggers making KONY famous

 5th March saw Youtube bring a video that couldn't possibly ignored. If don't already know who KONY is watch the youtube video below. KONY is a film campaign by the Invisible Children which plans to make Joseph Kony famous, KONY is the leader of the Lords Resistance Army (LRA). Your probably wondering why should we make this war criminal famous, if you watch the video it will explain all. The video is 29 minutes long but it's 29 minutes that you won't forget. Ever since I watched the video I've been inspired, moved and my eyes have now been widely open. Take a look below of the little things I have done that will help the campaign www.kony2012.com

I wanted to do this post because I believe we as bloggers both upcoming and famous can help, by making more and more people aware of the invisible children. We all have a voice, so we need to use it. Every individual can help in a huge way, go online and get the kit, although the kit has been put on hold because of high demand sales you can download the kit. 

KONY 2012

KONY 2012 on my iPhone screen lock

A promise to myself that everyday I'll post a KONY2012 photo on my Instgram App and attach @makeknoyfamousnow to each photo

KONY 2012 on my desktop 

Lady T XxX

Lights, Camera, Fashion: The 84th Academy Awards (2012 Oscurs) No.2 The Best Dressed

3 very beautiful women, 3 very different women, 3 very different gowns, it's a triple threat so let the outfits speak for themselves, (All photos in this post are courtesy of oscurs.go.com, I did not take these photos).

Cameron Diaz

The beautiful blonde is indeed a goddess in this gown by of course Gucci. What I love about the dress is how it starts off so simple at the top and slants down from the hip to create a feathred mermaid effect. The only thing I would of changed is her hair, but other than that I love the dress and I love her in the dress so I place Cameron 3rd.

Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez is wearing a dress by Zuhair Murad. Just take a look at this nude silk gown with it's transparent crystal beading and guess what? The cut out sleeves was custom made for Jennifer herself, (wow talk about a designer having a muse). This isn't the first time Jennifer and Zuhair have worked together, it just goes to show when music meets fashion the sky is the limit. Jennifer I place you 2nd on my best dressed list.

     Milla Jovovich

Two words: Elie Saab, the 2009 fall couture gown looks devine on Mila, she looks sexy and very sophisticated. The white fully embellished one shoulder gown is what red carpets are all about. She finishes the look by adding red lipstick, Jacob & Co jewelry and a Edie Parker clutch. It just goes to show you don't have to be nominated or a previous winner to win best dressed on Lady T list. Well done Mila your my best dressed for the 84th Academy Awards 2012. See you next year.

Lady T XxX

Lights, Camera, Fashion: The 84th Academy Awards (2012 Oscurs) No.1 The Risk Takers

Here they are the interesting ladies of the evening, the ones that stick in my head for good reasons and sometimes bad. 3 completely different looks on 3 very different women. Take a look at who I've chosen and why. (All photos in this post are courtesy of oscurs.go.com, I did not take these photos).

Judy Greer

I'm sure you've heard of the expression "fits like a glove" well the photo above couldn't be more perfect for that saying. Why it's a risk? No one really mixes a bold silver metalic panel with silk or cotton and here is an example of taking a risk and doing it right. Judy Greer in Monique Lhuillier looks sultry and her body is to die for. This isn't really a dress you'd expect to see on the red carpet and that's why I love it.

Jessica Chastain

I already know not many people would love this dress but I'm a sucker for art on clothes which only means one designer is known for this, Alexander McQueen. I love the detail and it's structure, black on the red carpet can sometimes be boring and very repetative (but it doesn't have to be). The yellow/gold detail stands out on the dress so beautifully and the dress fits amazing on her body.

Gwyneth Paltrow

Gwyneth Paltrow in Tom Ford (need I say more). This may be to fashion foward for some people but this dress has fashion risk written all over it, why you ask? What lady would wear a long shoulder jacket on top of a simple white Tom Ford gown? Gwyneth that's who. It's a very strong dress and it meets masculinity with femmenity.

Lady T XxX

Lights, Camera, Fashion: The 84th Academy Awards (2012 Oscurs)

The Academy Awards took place last Sunday on Febuary 28th 2012. All the biggest and newest names in showbusiness were at the Kodak theatre and the red carpet was their playground to show off their style and show the entire world what and who they are wearing. This year no men made it on my list for best dressed men (sorry ladies) but enjoy the beautiful gowns that I chose. Here are my ladies in red, a very popular colour on the carpet this year. (All photos in this post are courtesy of oscurs.go.com, I did not take these photos).

Emma Stone

Giambattista Valli Haute Couture

                                                      Natalie Portman

Vintage Christian Dior

                                                      Michelle Williams

Louis Vuitton

Lady T XxX

It's finally here: The 84th Academy Awards (2012 Oscurs)

It's here, it's finally here, what I've and I hope you have all been waiting for. When this show comes on every year I always get so excited no matter what. 

 6 hours ago

The sun hitting the Kodak Theatre downtown L.A.

Who will win what award

I wouldn't mind taking one of these home to mother

 Your host for this evening, Billy Cyrstal

Funnyman Billy, you coulnd't ask for a better Host

 It all comes down to this

Looking forward to the red carpet and seeing who wins

Lady T XxX

Love Is A Battlefield (Fashion & Music go hand in hand)

Hey guys, 

Hope your all well & enjoyed pancake day as much as I did, did you all stuff your faces? I'm sure you did. This post today is a new & exciting one for you all. I decided to change it up a bit as I've been meaning to do this for a while. Music & fashion couldn't be a more perfect fit, whether we're watching a music video, being fascinated by the costume designs at a concert or being blown away by an album photoshoot, you can't deny music + fashion = perfection. I love how music can make us think, feel, change our emotions, unite people & brings individuals together from around the world. Whether It's sad powerful love ballad or a fun upbeat tempo summer song, music takes us to places we didn't know existed. 

Why I decided to do this vlog is not only is it my first vlog for 2012 but I wanted to make it a memorable one. I've loved music ever since I can remember, having a mother that's very musically inclined with the knowledge of artists when she was growing up & making me realise I shouldn't listen to one type of genre of music made me much more open minded when exploring new music. (thank you mother). When growing up I leaned violin & I'm currently learning piano which I'll hopefully show on here one day. 

A huge shout out to the people who have encouraged me to do this video not knowing themselves what I was capable of. I say the sky is the limit & take risks whether it be music or fashion. A couple of people have said I'm very brave for doing this & have guts, but you know what I say:
"Believe in yourself! Have faith in your abilities! Without a humble but reasonable confidence in your own powers you cannot be successful or happy". Thank you for your wise & encouraging words Norman Vincent Peale.

In no way shape or form am I doing this seriously, I'm simply doing this for fun & to also show people a side that no one has ever seen of me. Hope you enjoy this guys. 

Lady XxX

Lights, Camera, Fashion: 2012 Grammys No.3 The Best Dressed

"Oh na na were rolling in the deep". I'm sure you've guessed who my final ladies are. Only two women made my heart skip a beat on the red carpet and your about to see why. I know they are both wearing black, but if you want a few tips on wearing black then keep reading this post. Your about to see how to show a lot of skin and also how to show not that much skin at all but still look sex, beautiful and glamorous. (All photos in this post are courtesy of Just Jared I did not take these photos).

Rihanna

This black sexy silk custom gown by Giorgio Armani fits Ri Ri like a glove, if you do a plunging neckline and a very high slit, this is how you do it. And lets not forget the open dramatic back, just incase there wasn't enough skin. The dress was a collaboration by Rihanna herself and of course Mr. Armani. When getting interviewed on the carpet by Ryan Seacrest, Rihanna said  "I wanted something a little bit Michelle Pfeiffer from Scarface; simple but sexy a gangster at the same time". I place you 2nd Rihannah.

 Adele

No.1 best dressed had to go to my girl Adele. Of course with a little help from the same designer as above Giorgio Armani, Adele looks radiant, confident and very beautiful. Covered in black sequinned ring designs with a black mesh overlay she couldn't be more classy. After winning 7 Grammys on Sunday evening Adele not only draws us in with her music but also her fashion as well. Well done.

Lady T XxX

Lights, Camera, Fashion: 2012 Grammys No.2 The Men

See what the sexy men had to off this year, it's nice to see colour whether it be navy, grey or brown, it always helps and you always get my vote. (All photos in this post are courtesy of Just Jared I did not take these photos). 

 Adam Lavine 

Three-piece grey suit, navy tie, pocket square and light blue and white striped shirt. How handsome does Adam look with his beautiful Victoria's secret supermodel girlfriend by his side. 

 Kings Of Leon

Head to toe in Gucci and that's how it's done. The guys from Kings of Leon do know how to work a red carpet event. 

Lady T XxX

Lights, Camera, Fashion: 2012 Grammys No.1 The Risk Takers

Gold/nude, true blue to match the hair and of course see through orange to stop traffic. These ladies are the fun, creative and unforgettable muses on the red carpet. Step inside the world of a risk taker and take a few notes if you dare to be different. (All photos in this post are courtesy of Just Jared I did not take these photos). 

 Taylor Swift

Check out Taylor in this nude/gold silk mermaid gown by Zuhair. The 22 year old singer did something different this year by not playing it safe, with the gown being cut out at the back, the gown starts from the neck and works it way down into a mermaid shape, her hair is pulled back and straight (for a change). I say thumbs up Taylor for trying something new and stepping out of your own comfort zone. 

 Fergie

Fergalicious Fergie Ferg is stopping traffic in this sheer orange dress by Jean Paul Gaultier. Every year someone always leaves little to the imagination by going sheer/see through and this year it was Fergie Ferg. I love the colour and the lace detail is beautiful, would you have worn orange underwear, black, nothing at all or maybe even a slip dress, who knows? What I know is Fregie looks like she's having fun. She's 36 years old and I say if you got it, flaunt it and that's exactly what she's doing. 

Katy Perry

A blue slightly sheer sequinned encrusted dress to match the blue hair, why not. This dress is by Elie Saab and Katy is wearing it well, you can always count of Katy to be a risk taker on the red carpet as her fashion sense is all about colour, cartoon and fun. 

Lady T XxX