15 January 2014

Cape Town Adventures

SEA POINT PROMENADE

Not much of an adventure but still one of my favourite things to do in sunny Cape Town. Having lived in Mouille Point for quite some time last year I was fortunate to have the sea on my doorstep. A walk along the sea front was the easiest way to clear my head and calm down a tearful little Lula. Everything seems much clearer when your looking out into the horizon being soothed by the sound of the waves and breathing in that salty sea air. The promonade stretches on for a good few miles so it's easy to keep walking and walking... getting lost in your thoughts while busy Sea Point life goes by.

Photography by Nadinoo

THE OUTFIT

These days you are likely to find me wearing a simple Summer dress like our Rain drop or Art Class dress, both an evolution of the Pixie Goes Sailing silhouette but I find this version much easier to style and always flattering (even after a big meal). I've fallen back in love with jewellery the past few months and started collecting some lovely pieces from a few South African designers. Have a look at Dear Rae if you like dainty rings and bracelets, there are quite a few I have my eye on..

What Nadinoo style are you favouring this season?

Rain drop dress by Nadinoo

Beaded necklace from Kalk Bay

Leather sandals by Alexandra Hojer

Sun & Moon ring by Dear Rae

Sunnies by Ray Ban

Sunny start to the year

I've always enjoyed the beginning of a new year, a fresh start with new goals, ambitions and resolutions to fulfil. For me it's always a good reminder that I need to take better care of myself so I have been making improvements in my daily routine to fit in as many relaxing and healthy habits. Lets hope I can keep it up..

Photography by Nadinoo

I've been daydreaming of putting together a small children's wear range for quite some time so I'm hopeful it will finally come to fruition this year. The idea of mini versions of your favourite Nadinoo's has to be brought to life, at the very least so my little Lula can run around in Nadinoo dresses of her own. I fear I'll never find time otherwise..

I have lots more ideas and grand plans scribbled down in my shiny new diary but it would be lovely to hear what you would like to see from us in 2014. Please don't be shy, all ideas are welcome for either the blog or future collections.

P.S. The blog is going through a slow make over, I hope to inject a little love back into it and plan to welcome back like minded sponsors very soon. Please email me if your interested at info@nadinoo.com

Merry days of late

We made a special effort this year to bring the festive vibes into our home, making the most of every opportunity to celebrate. A welcome visit from my sister and her boyfriend made for the perfect excuse to roast a leg of lamb and mulled some wine.

Photography by Nadinoo

Feeling a little sad that our days in South Africa are coming to an end, it's been a wonderful year with many life changing experiences I will never forget. But with the new year come lots of exciting changes as we return to England and back into to our cosy Manchester abode. Will be nice to soak up some family time and for Lula to bask in the love and affection of her doting Gramps, aunts and uncles.

A Merry Christmas to you all and a Happy New Year, lets hope 2014 is a gooden..

Cape Town Adventures

Botanical Gardens of Kirstenbosch

One of the first places we visited and fell in love with when moving to Cape Town was the Botanical Gardens in Kirstenbosch. I know very little about plants but even a novice like me can appreciate that there is some pretty special stuff growing in this beautiful landscape. I don't think we will ever find a more enchanting place to lay a blanket and play with our little one.