Ooohlalaa-it's fashion: global

Wednesday, 8 March 2017

International Women's Day

I've had my say on girl power but i'm not quite finished.

Happy International Women's Day my darlings!

Never forget your power.

All my love.

#ORANGEURHOOD Say no to violence against women- UN Women

ORANGEURHOOD- UN Women, 25th November-10th December

Whether at work or the home,

In power or without a say,

Wealthy or at the poverty line,

Through armed conflict and human rights violation,

In media, education and health,

Women are victims of violence.

(United Colours of Benetton in support of UN Women)

This campaign is something truly magnificent.

This campaign is not just for feminists, but for the entire world, it's time to stop gender violence.

From now until the 10th December, Human rights day, the UN is encouraging global awareness of this worldwide problem by campaigning to END Violence against Women.

Women are powerful.

Women are strong.

Women are worth it.

The colour orange is vibrant, bold and show stopping, the epitome of women if you think about it.

Orange symbolises a brighter future.

The facts

1/3 women have experienced sexual abuse, most by an intimate partner

133 million women and girls have undergone genital mutilation

120 million women have been forced into some form of sexual acts in their life

The key campaign for UN Women is SAY NO.

The Beijing promise of 1995 listed Women's violence as a main priority which in turn led to the criminalising of domestic violence in two thirds of the world.

We need to work on the last third, whilst tackling the loop holes of the law.

Show your support.
Spread awareness.
Knowledge is power and together we will tackle.
Save your wives, mothers, sisters, daughters, friends, family, colleagues, strangers.

No one should be subjected to this.

Find out further information at:
http://www.unwomen.org/en

Trend using #orangeurhood #16days

*Photo credit: UN Women

Emma Watson- HeForShe U.N. address on Feminism

Emma Watson- U.N. Women's Goodwill ambassador and the most powerful source of global motivation in tackling gender equality.

No longer does feminism mean 'man hating'. Instead Watson's speech delivered on Saturday to kickstart the HeForShe campaign focused on the origins of gender inequality and aims to encourage men and boys to join in the fight against for Women's equality.

'I decided I was a feminist and this seemed uncomplicated to me. But my recent research has shown me that feminism has become an unpopular word. Apparently I am among the ranks of women whose expressions are seen as too strong, too aggressive, isolating, anti-men and, unattractive.

Why is the word such an uncomfortable one?

I am from Britain and think it is right that as a woman I am paid the same as my male counterparts. I think it is right that I should be able to make decisions about my own body. I think it is right that women be involved on my behalf in the policies and decision-making of my country. I think it is right that socially I am afforded the same respect as men. But sadly I can say that there is no one country in the world where all women can expect to receive these rights.'

This darling actress is using her iconic status for change. Having previously laughed in the face of a statue of Turkey'sexist deputy Prime Minister this wonderful lady has attracted millions of viewers and broken the U.N. website all in the name of this worthy and passionate cause.

I myself agree with her statements. Whilst I consider myself a feminist I am no man hater and Emma has placed into words something that many of us are still exporing and we applaud her.

Take a look at her U.N. speech, it's life changing and thought provoking.

or watch HERE.

Emma Wore a gorgeous grey Dior dress. She looks so chic and so sophisticated.

What kind of girl are you? Holiday evening looks

So I have already posted about how to look fabulous during the day whilst on holiday. Now it is time to address how to look in the evening and there are so many different features to take into consideration what country are you going to? What will you be doing? What is appropriate? The great thing about evening looks is that it is your time to experiment especially when you are abroad. Have a neon pink dress? you wear that dress (by the way neon is in this season so take note)! It is time to get out of your comfort zone, you maybe in a strange place but you will never see these people again so say hello to experimentation and confidence. Your outfits should coincide with your activity are you having a romantic candlelit dinner? or going to a show? or clubbing? maybe you are just relaxing with a few drinks? There is an outfit for every occasion and you will be sure to impress. Here is a mixture of designer and high street pieces, remember you can mix and match and also substitute.
I personally would say I am more of a Venice girl outfit but I love the Santorini and Monte Carlo!

What kind of girl are you?

Dominican Republic, Caribbean: Effortless and simplistic