Tuesday, May 10, 2011

A visual of my past few days

My life is kinda of crazy being a stylist so I am going to just show you all a visual of what I have been up to the last 7 DAYS:

 Friday nite @ RRP IF Bar
Friday Nite @ RRP IF Bar
Saturday flew to Birmingham for a night out with my sisters- Had a great night! I wore a little black number, Peacock feature earrings to match my nails!
Pre Drinks at the apartment before our night out in Birmingham

Just b4 we went out- My Ladies- We left Birmingham to rush back to watch and support the Charity ACLT Match featuring Chipmunk!



Tired in cab back from Charity ACLT Football Match- Only time I got to sleep :-(
Tuesday 8am Fashion Shoot with Imogen from BNTM Cycle 7- I made that LV clutch bag hehehe

Lulu Guiness Bag, Michael Kors Watch, Tom Ford Glasses, J Brand jeans and Reverse Top

Long Skirts a must have in your Wardrobe

Using the prints

Burberry Mac + J Brand jeans with Wedges - Chillaxed look

Chiffon & Pleated skirt SS Trend


Add a cute belt, it adds so much character
 
Worked with the lovely Shystie,Ghetts, Trilla, English Frank and Bounty Killer  for New music Video Limb by Limb
Having a go on the R6

Had 2 go chillax at Namco Station in Waterloo

I love Motorbikes


Very Competitive - Rocking the Headscarf



























































Had a chance after shopping for Fenix shoot to pop into London Zoo

Loved the Lama's tinted hair

Giraffes are my favirote animal
Zoo over now onto Fe-Nix shoot 7am start

The lovely Redd

My Sexy dancer Jade

The Kardasian Tanya

The Fe-Nix ladies

Fe-Nix on set
 We changed up the look- All will make sense in a few weeks with finished images. We then had the Rock Boutique Shoot



After a very busy week i was taken out for dinner last night to the lovely Gaucho's were i sipped on a beautiful Passion fruit cocktail made by the greatest waiter ever (Ben). I ordered the 400g beef with sweet potatoe chips and peppercorn sauce (Licks lips)



Did a simple look, Crotched cropp top, black vest, Brown trousers and wedged heels

This is a typical week in the lifeof 'Simone Karma Rae'


Mwah xx

Monday, May 9, 2011

Getting Fit just got cool!!!

Let's Move campaign

Have you got young children or are you a individual who needs to get in shape but don't have time to get to the gym? If so then the powerhouse that is Beyonce has come to your aid. Not mine because I enjoy going to the gym its apart of my lifestyle (Looking at men working out, oh yes feel the burn). I have a distant Personal Trainer called Becky who is amazing, she has put together a training plan that has helped me Tone, Define and improve my overall fitness levels.
Painful but worth it!!














Beyonce has joined forces with NAB Education Foundation which is aimed to help get young people back into Fitness. Now we have all attempted to do Beyonces moves from the Booty shakes to the single ladies dance that swept the nation. In this latest viral we see Beyonce doing signature dance moves, high energetic gyrating as usual in some highwaisted shorts, 80's retro off the shoulder jumper, Socks and HIGH HEELS......Yup you read right HIGH HEELS. I love it, so if you see me at the gym on the tredmill please don't laugh just embrace my sexy style and move on!

Michelle Obama is spearing the Campaign ahead and getting involved in promoting physical activity and healthy eating - She is the greatest First Lady EVER!!!


Ok well have a look at the video and get involved with your friends and family. On a serious note Obesity is taking over and effecting our young Kings and Queens - Our world needs to get HEALTY!!!





Key Essential Items for your workout
  • Bottle of Water- Constant rehydration is important, Take regular sips!
  • Towel to place on equipment (Some people really leave wet patches YUCK)
  • A great motivational playlist on your IPOD- High energetic music is the best
  • Appropriate Footwear and Clothing ( T-shirt, Vest, Shorts, Trainers- Ladies a SPORTS BRA)
  • Set out a realistic goal and every session Go Harder, Go Faster



     
    If you intend on doing Free weights please make sure you don't over do it! Get a friend to 'Spot' you and do your session in sets.

    NO PAIN, NO GAIN- My Summer Body is coming along nicely- Special Thanks to Becky    (@10Becks23 )
      

    If you need assistance with a Personal Trainer please do not hesitate to contact me (complexsimplicitylondon@hotmail.co.uk) and I will put you in touch with some of the best and they are reasonably priced too!

    Now go Move ya Body!!!

    Mwah xx

    Friday, April 15, 2011

    Men don't follow fashion SS11

    SS11 Male Trends

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    It’s that time of year and the clocks have been put forward due to ‘British Summer time’ the time sponsored by Acurus will be …..SUNSHINE TIME’


    Tribal & Acid wash

    As women our fashion trends seem to change more frequently than men’s, One week its polka dots, next week it’s Vintage Romance and then bring on the vivid Tribal prints. It is a challenge keeping up with the ever changing political policies let alone keeping abreast of ever changing Fashion trends.

    Monkey Business

     
    In spite of this women adapt there style according to Social demographics, Body Shape, weather and male opinion.   There is an old West Indian proverb ‘Monkey See, Monkey Do’. The understanding of this is ‘Follow Fashion’, a monkey only copies and does not understand what it is doing. Same rules apply in the fashion arena especially with 'SOME' women.

       


    Couture extreme
    Advice alert: Not everything on the catwalk is designed to be worn it’s called ‘Couture’ it’s a concept idea that has been designed and constructed to showcase the designers signature accents I.E Burberry Iconic Check, Channel Black & White, Vivienne Westwood Structured Drapery. What you see on the catwalk is an ‘extreme’ and ideas which eventually will be developed into ‘Ready to Wear’ garments.

    Following on from the Jamaican proverb,  I have discovered upon my fashion journey that Male trends last a lot longer than women’s and seem to be based on preference – majority of males tend to stick to one particular style that suits them i.e if they love Harem Jeans with workman boots they will create a capsule wardrobe based around these key pieces.

    Bolongaro Trevor Jeans with Supras
    VA-G £50.00 I heart these jeans


    Balenciaga High Tops S11 Must haves

    Lightweight Knits, cool tones
    The look men should try

    I want to focus on Male Spring/Summer 11 trends today as I think there is a lot more trends out there for men and  I would love to see the men give them a try over the up and coming months.   So here is a heads up on 
     
    •    Bright Colors – Don’t be afraid
    •    Nautical
    •    Sports Luxe
    •    Tailoring
    •    Prints

    Each trend is down to interpretation - I am not advising you all to run to the shops and Buy a pair of yellow trousers, Stripy nautical t-shirt, Tailored blazer, Zebra print tie and finish with some Supra High tops- Well if you think u can then do it!

    Key Must haves:

    •    Rucksacks/ Backpacks
    •    Hats
    •    White T-shirts/Top
    •    Chinos
    •    Sunglasses- Wayfarer style
    •    Mid top trainers

    Gucci

    Louis Vuitton Backpack
    Supra

    Clae Footwear

    Bold Colour Chino's

    River Island Canvas BackPack


    Ray Ban Wayfarer Style
    Male Accessories are a SS11 must have whether it is a Hat, Bag, Sunglasses or belt. I am a firm believer in less is more so please feel free to Wear your Wayfarer style glasses , Put on a Paul Smith coloured Trilby, rock a canvas backpack with Khaki Chinos and flip-flops.
    Fashion is a interpretation of your character.

    Wrist Action

    Its Spring Summer and you got on your white vest, White v- Neck T-shirt, orange Chinos, Espadrilles  and you possible look a little understated....That's OK I'm about to up your Swagger with just the finest wrist action.
    Nialaya Bracelet £375.00
    Madame Moi £40.00

    H&M £7.99


    Nialaya Bracelet £275.00

    Butler & Wilson £28.00

    Alexander Mcqueen £175.00

    G-Shock £110.00

    Butler & Wilson £58.00

    Gucci

    Topshop £20.00

    Aurelie Bidermann
    Aurelie Bidermann


    Chimpmunk with Trey songz wearing Nialaya Bracelet @ Funky Budda
    Chipmunk is up to the times...are you?
    Happy Wristing

    Mwah xx

    Tuesday, April 12, 2011

    Routes Magazine April 2011

    A few weeks ago I met with Routes Magazine and collaborated to design a make up for Pop Afro Princess 'Lil Miss' to create her Front Cover Image. I was the Make up artist and Shoot Director


    Have a look below for a few behind the scenes shots and the final Cover



    Moi (MUA+ Creative input), Ruth (Hairstylist) Mary & Wande Routes (Editors)

    Me, Photographer, Wande, Mary & Ruth

    Tunde, Designer, Ryth, Mary, Wande & moi

    Routes Magazine issue 3 £1.99 from all newsagents