For me, for you, for someone else…
When I was in Zimbabwe {see here} every morning, Bestie From Africa, would come into my room to show me her outfit. I’d squeal at her fabulous choices of mixing African prints and edgy accesories. She was dressing for me and I loved it.
On Thursdays I think a little more carefully about my outfit as I head to work to show Tim what I’ve thought up and to see what she’s come up with – it’s always a sweet treat. An ankle boot here, a playsuit there, high waisted trousers, silken blouses and a never ending array of coats.
Dressing for other people – especially sartorially minded ladies – and rising to the occasion is one of my favourite things to do. I, of course, always want to feel happy with what I’m wearing for myself but as far as seeing someone’s face light up when you walk into a room….nothing beats it. Rachel’s organic coconut yoghurt comes close but stays in second.
As I have mentioned before {see here} I have been dressing for this lady ever since I met her many moons ago.
You can not help but get excited about dressing up and having fun with clothes when you’re around Ms. Kass and I think this gorgeous shoot of her and her sassy daughter, Paloma, proves it. There’s always a story from a far off land {check out her travel blog here} and her home and attire are filled with colour, print, accesories, matching outfits, hats, jewellery….So much to look at and so much to get inspired by.
The next time you go and have a night out with the girls, meet your lover for a date, head off on an adventure or simply take your little one to the park think about what would make your friends squeal with delight….it’s a great feeling…trust me.
For more ridiculously gorgeous pictures of the fabulous Ms. Kass and Paloma pie head on over here for a gander.
Who are you getting dressed for today?
Posted in Inspiration, Kaspia Calypso, My love my life, Rise to the occasion
How I miss that flash of red hair sailing past Dispenny window……she sure makes me want to dress up…
Doesn’t she just! I’ve got a corker of an outfit on today for you my friend. I’ll be heading on down your way real soon….x
Best. Post. Ever. Was just thinking that last couple of days about who I dress for. It’s the girls, always the girls. And one bloke I work with who is always very appreciative of a good outfit. And Pete, of course. But mostly the girls 🙂
Those pictures are soooo eye-wateringly beautiful. Can see how much you love your bestie and her girl. A new page in your career portfolio for mum and daughter photography beckons, I think. I’d hire ya!
Oh, just realised they’re someone else’s photos! Will have to share her pics with my Aussie bestie. She would adore!
Yeah, I wish they were my pictures but alas no. They’re the fabulous Hailey’s of ‘You can’t be serious’: http://www.youcantbeserious.com.au/blog/
Glad you’re dressing for the girls too…as well as that guy at work. YEAH HIM!! Love a man who appreciates a gal’s get up!
Oh!!! RKNS, you are divine! I just saw this and it really brought a tear to my eye…all those fun days in Newburgh street, coming to work each day to see you and your dimples and that wonderful sense of style you have. I miss it! Thanks for posting this up, I love dressing up it is the most beautiful thing you can do for someone, wether you know them or not!
LOVE LOVE AMORE
x x x