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Obligatory-consistently-best-meal-of-my-life-shot Obligatory-consistently-best-meal-of-my-life-shot (and yes, even better than Michelin-starred restaurants in Paris). #hosted
It seems today’s outfit was destined to match th It seems today’s outfit was destined to match the weather?
Could it be a little glimmer of spring? (She says Could it be a little glimmer of spring? (She says seeing the cold front heading our way next week).
I’m feeling particularly “Paris-y” at the mo I’m feeling particularly “Paris-y” at the moment. Perhaps it’s a combination of the French Consulate currently having my visa application in their hands (🤞🏼) - or, the fact that my 5 page (🤯) article on traveling solo to Paris comes out in the next issue of @fairlady_magazine (on shelves on 19 August!) If the visa gods shine on me, I’ll also be in Paris to watch the opera this famous duet comes from - at the very opera house where it premiered at in 1883: Léo Delibes’ Lakmé at the Opéra-Comique. #parisismagic #parisisalwaysagoodidea #parisholiday #parismoments #solotravel #solotraveler #solotraveller #travelreel #travelreelsoninstagram
Um, it appears that, at the age of 35 - I’ve dis Um, it appears that, at the age of 35 - I’ve discovered headbands. And, that I kinda have a dimple?
A lot of love for this @rufftung jumpsuit - and, t A lot of love for this @rufftung jumpsuit - and, thanks to a friend’s closet clear-out, I now get to wear it ❤️ #midsizestyle #midsizecollective #plussizestyle #over30sstyle #over30style #over30fashion #andigetdressed #whatiworetoday #weekendstyle #classicstyle #femininestyle #outfitinspiration #outfitinspo #midsizestyleinspo #size14fashion #size16fashion #size14style #size16style neutralstyle #neutralwardrobe #neutralshades #neutrals #neutralstyling #neutralcolors #neutralpalette #neutralinspo #neutrallook #capsulewardrobe #neutralclassics #neutralessentials
It’s definitely “function” over “form” f It’s definitely “function” over “form” for me when working out. The biggest hack I learned from a fellow friendly jogger on the St James catwalk? A thick headband worn OVER your ears not only keeps your wild hair at bay (very reminiscent of Sonic the Hedgehog here) - but, also helps help keep your ear pods in - and, the whistling wind OUT wind 💨 (another tip - Woolies has great medium-impact sports bras on sale now, from R120 each. I’ve bought four).
📣 Competition closed 📣WIN a pair of Nude Poi 📣 Competition closed 📣WIN a pair of Nude Pointed Flats from @house_of_cinnamon worth R1 588!

Many of you followed the journey as I hunted for the perfect pair of Chanel-inspired pumps after Paris - and, @house_of_cinnamon absolutely delivered…and then some. Handmade, genuine leather - they’re a classic addition to any wardrobe, and will last for years to come!

To stand a chance of winning your own pair, please:

👉🏽 Make sure you’re following @candice.bresler and @house_of_cinnamon 
👉🏽 Comment below and tell me what you’d wear these flats with.

Winner announced 29 July 2022.
Nothing (new) to see here. Also, this @mango skirt Nothing (new) to see here. Also, this @mango skirt was a terrifying purchase - ordered online via their international site (free delivery, no customs!) but, also knowing that returns and refunds would be a nightmare…I studied the sizing guide before taking the plunge. It paid off 👌🏼
Back at @steenbergfarm’s Tryn for a work celebra Back at @steenbergfarm’s Tryn for a work celebration - great wine and a fantastic winter special (R435 for 3 courses, including an amuse bouche and truffles) make it a wonderful choice for chilly days (and a roaring fireplace doesn’t hurt!) A glimpse of what we ordered. #finedining #menuspecial #finedining #finedininglovers #eatout #eatoutawards  #instaeats #instaeatscapetown #instaeatssouthafrica #steenberg #steenbergwineestate #trynatsteenberg #capetownrestaurants #wheretoeatincapetown
Is it a coat? Yes. Is it a dress? Yes. Is it the w Is it a coat? Yes. Is it a dress? Yes. Is it the warmest, cosiest, hug-like item of clothing in my wardrobe this winter? Also yes. New this season from @errefashion, I wish I’d had this Banksia Melton Coat Dress months ago, to stay cosy in Paris. Available in a gorgeous deep wine and black - I’m wearing “sand”. #gifted #midsizestyle #midsizecollective #plussizestyle #over30sstyle #over30style #over30fashion #andigetdressed #whatiworetoday #weekendstyle #classicstyle #femininestyle #outfitinspiration #outfitinspo #midsizestyleinspo #size14fashion #size16fashion #size14style #size16style
Left and right. Two years. And not done, yet. Thou Left and right. Two years. And not done, yet. Thought it was time to summarize my journey - and, pin this post. So, if you have questions, pop them below - and all answers will be easily visible.

On the left - around November 2019. I was happy, didn't feel like there was anything wrong with my body - that was never what prompted this journey and change. It was level 5 lockdown - March 2022. A combination of isolation, the uncertainty of a pandemic - and my Paris trip being cancelled 2 weeks before I was due to leave. We were (mostly) confined to our homes, my anxiety was high...and depression set in. I started looking for what I could control (when so much was out of my control) - and, realised that I could choose what I ate, how I moved (even if it was within my four walls at home). So, I focused on that. I joined Best10 - and working out and eating well for 10 weeks helped give me something positive to put my energy into. I lost 11kg.

I felt great, it was amazing for my mental health too - and, I kept up those great habits - and have lost another 4kg - 7kg on my own steam (it fluctuates). I'm aiming to lose 20kg in total, because I like a round number! 

So, what do I do now? I work out - I have the @sweat app, and try and do two of those workouts a week (highly recommend it, so many options and programs available) - and, I track my calories using My Fitness Pal. I know this can be triggering for some people, but - with everything here - it's what works for me. When I actively try and "eat healthily", I actually end up under-eating, so this helps ensure I eat enough to keep my body healthy, but not in a surplus. As I do strength training at home, I keep an eye on my protein intake as much as I can, too.

And...that's it. No big secret, nothing mind-blowingly different, no magic pills or shakes. Lots of veg, decent protein...and what feels like millions of squats! Now, it's over to you if you have any questions - pop them below and I promise I will answer every single one.
It seems like this is the week that I noticed how It seems like this is the week that I noticed how ridiculously expensive everything has become - my regular coffee order is now R44 (!) So, on that note - can we please normalise wearing (and, rewearing) items? I know that the “influencer” game is all about sharing new, shiny things - but, let’s also look at that through the lens of making clever, considered purchases - of items we’ll wear and rewear for years to come. I bought this black dress from Superbalist, and love it. I’ve worn it in a post recently, and here it is. AGAIN. I think I’ve worn these shoes in every one of my past 4 posts. I’m taking to myself here, as much as you: Let’s normalise wearing things we love, and - when we do add something new to our wardrobes, making sure it’s something we’ll rewear and love - and, not just buying because we want that dopamine hit!
The face of someone waiting very expectantly for 5 The face of someone waiting very expectantly for 5pm and wine.
Remember the perfect Chanel-inspired pumps I was l Remember the perfect Chanel-inspired pumps I was looking to replace after Paris? Well, @house_of_cinnamon came to the rescue - not only do these have an even better shape (elongated almond toe), but they’re also leather! So, here’s to longevity, and purchases that will become wardrobe classics for years to come. You might also like to know that @house_of_cinnamon are also very kindly giving away a pair to one of you! More details on how you can win, coming next week ✨ #gifted #midsizestyle #midsizecollective #plussizestyle #over30sstyle #over30style #over30fashion #andigetdressed #whatiworetoday #weekendstyle #classicstyle #femininestyle #outfitinspiration #outfitinspo #midsizestyleinspo #size14fashion #size16fashion #size14style #size16style
You could say I’m taking neutrals so seriously, You could say I’m taking neutrals so seriously, I’ve decided to apply the theme to my hair, too?
The brief to @grh_constantia was “make me look l The brief to @grh_constantia was “make me look like Draco Malfoy’s friendlier sister” - and I think they kinda nailed it?
She got ✨dressed✨. Dinner that had been resche She got ✨dressed✨. Dinner that had been rescheduled at least 3 times in the past month (every time I thought I was better…I was not). @steenbergfarm’s Tryn has a generous Winter Special (R435 pp for 3 courses, with a little amuse bouche and truffle). 📷: courtesy of my Instagram wife and dinner date, @anjawintour.
She’s back, baby. And, by “back”, I mean “ She’s back, baby. And, by “back”, I mean “dressed” (and still on antibiotics and cortisone, but hey, let’s celebrate the small wins, am I right?)
Trying a new thing, a get-dressed-with-me reel! (A Trying a new thing, a get-dressed-with-me reel! (Also, to celebrate, what feels like the first time I got properly dressed in 2 weeks). Should I do this more often? Let me know!

Skirt: @mango 
Jersey: @poetrystores 
Shoes: @superbalist 
Necklace: @nouvelamourparis 
Perfume: @maisonmargielafragrances

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