Let's take a ride

Hello Glam Dolls 

               I hope all is well in the land of all glam, okay maybe I watched to many Disney movies this past week (lol). I know many of you have those days where you leave your house in the most casual outfit hoping people don't mistake you for a homeless person. well today was that day and, I really had to think twice about my outfit choice. I luckily got a grip of my self before exposing my insanity, I had to ask myself what are you wearing. I went back up stairs to my room and decided to put on a casual sporty look rather than the desperate homeless look I had on. I went out for a bike ride with my younger brother who also takes my pictures. I enjoy hopping on the bike and strolling through the town it's so calming and peaceful. I always bring my little bother with me because it's our bonding moment and also because he captures good photo's along the way. We gotten some ice cream and called it a day P.S. don't ask me why I didn't take pictures of the ice cream I simply couldn't stop my urge of eating it before I remembered to take picture. I hope you guys enjoy my quick outfit I manage to throw together in less than 5 minuets. I would love for you guys to comment and follow my blog by pressing the follow button on the lower left. Outfit details down below until next time Glam Dolls xoxoxo

Outfit Details

Crop sweater: Red Tag

Leggings: RnB

Flannel: H&M

Sneakers: New Yorker

What is Personal Style

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       It's been a wonderful week that has passed us by and, I am glad to be posting another article today. Growing up I didn't know much about personal style all I new was what was trending at that moment and my style was based off of that. I found it difficult to find what I liked because what I would wear wasn't trending. Time went by and I started discovering my style a little more and noticing that trend doesn't always have to agree with how I look. It seriously was a big blow for me at that time and I tried so hard to blend in. After a while I was totally unbothered about what others think and went ahead and express my way of dressing. It's been my mission to go out there and see how other people view personal style. I interviewed quite a few people who I randomly selected and gotten to know.

                I sat down with a local model named Angelique De Lange who was very enthusiastic about this topic as much as I was. I asked her a few questions to get a sense of her style and she by far amazed me. When I asked Angelique to tell me a little about her personal style she went ahead and stated " I'm not a very trendy person I don't like to wear things that are in at the moment." This has made me smile because She had on the most stunning outfit and she looked at the top and said "I bought this 2 years ago and it was very trendy back then but, only today I pulled it out of my closet for the first time." I love Angelique's honesty on how trend didn't control her wardrobe but instead her instinct did." I choose based on instinct I don't love bold color's I usually lean more to the neutral colors and, I love to mix and match my pieces." Angelique says. Her style was classy and feminine yet simple you wouldn't catch her with bold colors all over maybe one bold piece and the rest would be neutral.

                 Thamer Al-Kuwari the fifth place champion of Qatar's strongest man has also agreed to sit with me to discuss this topic. Thamer had stated how his cultural decent plays a big part of his dressing "I like classical looks like a simple suit." he stated "Here in Qatar we wear our traditional Thobe which comes in so many shades of white and also so many different textures." I never really understood the Thobe concept until Thamer has explained it to me in that way. Thamer also stated how he liked the sporty looks mainly because he disliked layering. "I don't wear too many layers because my body has so much heat so my style is really based off of what I can bare." It was true actually I had came out to the meeting with a full on coat and he was sporting a casual T-shirt. Thumer also has a little addiction to statement watches which are a little high in the price range. He loves investing in them because he believes it sets his style to a whole different level.

                 Abdullah Naser Al-Enezi also known as Nizzy is a local graffiti artist known in different parts of the middle east. I was very impressed with his skill and loved his very boldly expression in his art work. I spoke to him and asked him to tell me a little about his personal style and he stated  " I dress very simple and very comfortable..." He said that "my style was influenced by hip hop. I like to wear baggy pants or fitted jeans on regular occasions but, when I want to dress up I wear a button down with a clean shave." When I asked him what personal style was to him he stated "dress to express not to impress" he went on to saying "wearing something because of everyone else is wearing it is different than taking pieces that you like and combining them to your own taste." " That's the true difference between trend and personal style." I enjoyed getting to know these people and how much they had to say about there personal style. I hope for those of you coming up who have still a lot to learn about themselves and style look at each of them as inspiration to dress for your own comfort and desire. I hope you guys enjoyed this posts I'll leave each of there Instagram names down below. xoxoxo

@Angelic_angelique

@Thakuwari

@nizzy7th

 

At Peace

Hey glam dolls

I know how you guys have been enjoying me posting more often so, I decided too be more consistent with my weekly posts. I have been playing a little more with neutral colors and I've been seriously enjoying it. A lot of you may be aware of the drastic weather changes that Qatar puts me through but, honestly I've just been loving it. I've been busy working and running around doing multiple things that I forget to prioritize my shoots. I love shooting but with my busy schedule it's almost impossible to get time to shoot. I have a very supportive family which pushes me for betterment so I never fall off too often. The weather has been cooler lately and it's been fun to kick back with a hot coco and read a book. I enjoy doing that and it sort of puts me at peace with so much going on. This look was inspired by the peaceful moments this weather has driven me to so for that I'm thankful. It's hard to actually be at peace sometimes so recently I've chosen to accept my fate as it is and strive more each day. I hope you guys enjoy this quick post and the look I put together. Make sure you leave a comment and subscribe down below.

Outfit Details

Top: Thrifted

Jeans: H&M

Cardigan: Zara 

Heels: Thrifted 

Naimah Talks: Instagram vs. Real life

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              I've been wanting to get a few things off my chest lately and that's been this Instagram persona everyone is feeding into. I must admit it's quiet nice to see other lives look so put together when mine is a complete jumble of stress. It's inspiring to see others share there lives and achievements on there but we honestly know it can get too over barring. I love Instagram myself but what I post on my Instagram is not exactly my real life. There is so much more that happens behind the scenes of my life that isn't captured. I love being real raw and relatable because perfection is never my aim. So today I'm here to talk about some of the Instagram personas vs. real life. Grab you a cup of tea and a bowl of chips because this is going to take a while

            I am a big fan of Instagram and it's actually one of my favorite apps on my phone. I do love posting often and also love going through my feed for inspiration but, there is a point where it gets very toxic for me. It's beautiful to share pictures and view others as well but don't base your life expectation solely on that. I see so many people on my feed who believe in relationship goals when in all honesty they don't know what it's actually like to be in that relationship. Every relationship has there ups and downs no relationship is perfect and you can not base perfection or happiness on a picture.

         I also noticed the short makeup tutorials where you watch the lady sculpt her face in seconds. It takes me so long to put on my makeup and to make it half as good as the lady in that video. It honestly used to drain me and make me believe that maybe the drug store products I'm using weren't good enough. I didn't let that faze me because honestly I learn that with make up you get better with time. I was happy for the women in the short video, instead of beating myself down about it I decided to look at it as inspiration. Once again don't take the personas to heart it takes way more time to get that flawless finish look.

         I love Instagram and I post very often on my profile. As much as I would love to be posting perfect pictures the truth is I just love realistic pictures more. There are times where I am impressed with the quality of a pic and, there are other times where I'm not but I still choose to share. For example the picture below was me at an event hosted by my blogger friend Chiara. She is so wonderful and a very lovely person I'll link her blog down below. I went there and the photographer took pictures of us and I didn't feel pretty. I didn't want to post those pictures on Instagram but I decided why not I'm not always candid or have perfect shots. So I went ahead and shared it on my Instagram and the rest of the pictures on here. The moral of the story is be true to yourself don't let Instagram define your happiness your way much more than a perfect picture.

Visit Chiara blog 

www.Bonjourchiara.com

personal style is key

Hello Beauties

         I really enjoy dressing up and getting out of my bubble when it comes to fashion. I love exposing my street style and edge on my blog but sometimes a little elegance wouldn't hurt. I usually spot beautiful scenes than I visualizes the look in my head. Sometimes I wish I can just go ahead and have my outfit ready right than and there. It would make my life a lot more easier if I could snap instantly and my outfit would change. I truly enjoy the anticipation of finding a great shooting place and setting a shoot date and the outfit. I just feel so much more better about my photo's and look because of the anticipation. I have put together this look on my birthday and shot it on the same day. It just called for a celebration for my personal style and staying true to what I like. I hope you guys enjoy my quick post because I know not to many people like long and pointless posts about an outfit. I also hope this inspires your future looks, outfit details are down below make sure you leave a comment and subscribe for future posts.

Outfit Details

Top: Red Tag

Skirt: H&M

Heels: New Yorker 

Bag: H&M

Naimah Talks: 3 Networking tips

Hello Lovelies 

                I've been recently heading out to more and more events related to networking. I never noticed how important networking is to a blogger because I simply got caught up in just blogging. I had such a great learning experience going to these events and, met so many great and wonderful bloggers who shared similar passion. I've noticed that I wasn't alone here in Qatar in fact there were many other bloggers that it melts my little old heart (lol). I also ran into many more people who were nice enough to invite us bloggers to such events. It's been a fun experience i'll tell you that but, Ive also picked up on so many mistakes that i've made. I would like to share these with you guys so make sure to grab a pop corn and a drink.

Tip #1

               I always manage to wear the most uncomfortable heels to mostly if not all the recent events I went too. If your like me and you like to shadow people with your height than you'll have too be very selective about your choice of heels. There are many comfortable heels you can invest in and make sure you think twice about your foot wear before you leave the house.

Tip #2

             Actually network and talk to other it's clearly a networking event. This is your opportunity to fascinate your peers about your business or blog ventures. I usually brought my friend with me and, we looked around awkwardly for others to come up to us. I was really nervous to talk to others because my fear of not knowing the outcome took control but, with having someone there at first I managed to open up and neglect my fear.

Tip #3

                   This last tip is crucially important because I time after time manage to forget this tip and, that is taking pictures. When you're at an event as a blogger you would like to share the moment with your viewers at home. So it would be nice to collect a good amount of pictures to post up on your blog. I have recently went to Marriott hotel here in doha for the launch of entertainer and I haven't captured too many pictures due to my lack of conscious. Remember to snap pics of every little aspect that you think you viewers would like so you can later on share. I hope you guys learn from my mistakes and are prepared for your upcoming networking events. Thank you for reading leave a comment below if you find this helpful and subscribe.

THE WEATHER LET ME

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           Many of you beauties are freezing your faces off while I'm over here wearing a kimono. Oh how lucky you might say but honestly I enjoy the snow storms, rain and all of the above when it comes to winter. I'm a december baby so that means winter was my glow up season ..... Seriously! A lot of good things come from this lovely season that many of  you despise but, think about it who likes to cuddle in spring and summer ? Not I said the duck lol.

          I also learnt to appreciate the warm days because you can never be too picky. I love wearing minimal pieces and not having to layer all the time. Like for this look that I have wore the other day It felt so effort less and chic. I wanted to go run some errands and pick up a few thing from my favorite shop.

 I usually would wear some sneakers with my outfit but, for that day it just didn't feel right. I felt the urge of wearing heels and strutting through my day. This outfit is very minimalist and simple and it made it easy for me to transition to a more chill outfit. By swapping the kimono with a flannel and the heels with sneakers you'll be ready for the next activity of the day. I hope you guys enjoyed this post and found my outfit as inspiration. Outfit details down below Make sure you comment and subscribe .

Outfit Details

 Top: Forever 21

Jeans: Cato's Fashion

Kimono: 

Heels: New Yorker

Bag: Red Tag

Naimah Talks: Comfort doesn't meet success

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            I was sitting around one day and I was reminiscing on life and how far I've gotten with blogging. Honestly looking back I was afraid to take blogging serious because I didn't think what I had to say or share mattered. I loved writing and expressing myself but, going into blogging was such a big leap of faith for me. I was afraid to be judged for my thoughts and labeled a certain way on here. I kept having this gut feeling that my fear were all in my head and it was another way for me to stay in my comfort zone. I didn't have a lot to lose other than my comfort, and I had a world of knowledge to gain in this certain aspect. I then later went ahead and did what I was afraid to do which was expressing my self through my personal style and thoughts. I really have gained so much confidence to be me and accepting every thing that comes with it but the most valuable lesson I learnt was Comfort doesn't meet success.

             I sat on my desk thinking to myself where would I be if I didn't risk what I had going on for me to do this? and to be quite honest I would have been probably in a stagnate place in my life. I encourage every person I see to ditch the comfort and go after whatever it is that they love. Many people would say it's too hard or too out of my league but, the only thing that doesn't put them in that league is the amount of effort they lack to put in. For example there are many people who hang out with a certain crowd because, it makes them comfortable. They won't go out there and try to meet new people who think or act differently because, it's too ironic or weird and it takes a lot out of them. The advantages would be much more rewarding because you would elevate your mind to think broader then you circle. You learn how to conduct a conversation with someone who has a different opinion and out look in life than you. Plus great opportunities and experiences will come your way just from simply stepping out if you bubble.

             There are so many successful and iconic people that we know of who took the same risk of stepping out of there bubble. Guess what many even failed at there first attempt and second but still that didn't stop them. Once your determined to never get comfortable or stagnate in your life or career you'll notice some of the biggest changes in you. These changes are always for the better because one thing that is constant in life is change change and more change. I read this article from Forbes.com and it was titled "6 ways pushing past your comfort zone is critical to success". Kathy Caprino who covers careers, leadership and women in business stated " I've seen that one of the most damaging things you can do in your career is stay for years where your comfortable." She also said " I've learnt (the hard way) that no job is secure. The only thing that is secure in life is you and  your spirit, your heart, your talents and gifts, and your ability to contribute at a high level to something that matters to you in life".

       The amount of celebrities or iconic people who failed at there first attempt is endless. My two favorite unique stories are Albert Einsteins and Thomas Edison. These two share similar backgrounds where they were doubted by teachers at their schools. One being labeled as slow and the other labeled stupid they both proved many people wrong. Albert Einstein has walked away with a nobel prize in changing the face of modern physics and Thomas Edison  after 1000 failed attempts at inventing a light bulb he finally made one that worked. So don't let anything scare you from stepping out of your comfort or your bubble because comfort won't meet success. Thanks you guys for reading and if any of you have a topic you would like me to discuss email me. Please leave a comment and subscribe to my blog. Thank you!

The Molton Brown grand opening

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              I hope all of guys are doing wonderful this lovely Monday. I know mondays are such a drain for many and it is the day everyone would love to sleep in but, lets look at the bright side you'll be reading Naimah's monday morning post. Okay that sounds so cliché but just remember it was a joke people. Despite me trying to cheer you up I have a wonderful post I would like to share with you guys.

               I have recently attended the Molton Brown grand opening here in Doha Qatar and, honestly it was such a wonderful experience. I have came around to finally meeting many of the fashion bloggers here in Qatar and, it was such a great feeling to finally meet others who know and love blogging as much as you do. I had worn a fall look not knowing what to predict for this unpredictable weather changes we've been recently having. Y'all know how crucially important layering is for the fall and winter seasons, it's seriously one of my favorite trends of all times.

           So I decided to go ahead and layer minimal pieces together so I can get that fall street style and it actually worked. I was so consumed with the event I didn't take enough pictures like I usually do but the effort is what counts right. I would be having many more fashion related post this upcoming month so I'll make it up to you guys. Nevertheless Outfit details are down below thanks to everyone who comments and subscribes I really appreciate it.

Outfit Detail's

Top: Red Tag

Navy Cardigan: H&M

 Vest: Vintage

Jeans: Cato's Fashion

Boot's: Forever 21

3 top favorite bloggers

Hello Lovelies

      It's another fantastic week which means another weekly posts. Yay! Okay excuse my dramatic introduction I am just excited for this upcoming week and I hope you guys are too. I was recently surfing through blogs you know having a good read. Than I remembered why I started all of this? What inspired me to become a blogger? I had a honest love for fashion at a very young age for as long as I can remember but, it had gotten to a point where I wanted to channel my ideas and creativity. That's how the idea of blogging came about, I seen multiple inspirations all over then I thought to myself I can do that too. I always held back and thought I wouldn't be good enough but, I decided to neglect all my doubt and go full force. Once I began, there was no stopping for me I went out of my way to prove my own self wrong. Anyway enough about me let me get into some of the inspiration I had listed as my top 3 favorite bloggers. Thank you so much for visiting I hope you had a good read. I will have there links below so be sure to check them out.

Shirley B. Eniang

           Before I started blogging I was a youtube fanatic and I still am one till this day. I ran into Shirley's youtube channel and that's when I sparked interest in her style. I later found out she was a blogger which was even more exciting because it meant more insight into her wardrobe. Her recent post titled 'Clean Slate' is my favorite for many reasons. I enjoyed the way she rocked the all white with the gold belt. What sets Shirley different from many is her love for neutral colors and her bringing some of the old trends back. It really revives my spirit to read her post and see her growing out all trends and, embracing the new ones.

  Bárbara Marques

  

       When I first visited Barbara 's blog I didn't know what to expect. All I wanted was inspiration on future outfits I didn't think I would be hooked. After her first post I came back time after time. My favorite post was when Bárbara had a formal sporty look. The post is titled #Myblogisbetterthanyou themed after her T shirts that you can find at My kind of joy shop. She is holding up two full time jobs at the moment which to me is very inspirational because, I know how hard it is to maintain a blog and a job.

Michèle  

                

      To rap up my rounded list of blogger that I obsess over is my Switzerland swear heart. Lol It's catchy isn't it (Switzerland sweat heart) okay I'm done. Michèle has the most diverse style I've ever seen she takes you beyond your average sites and on an adventure. I read her post and forget why I landed on her blog it's so catchy and inspirational like rest of the blogs I've stated. I must admit it reminds me of story time of when I was in kindergarten and I my teacher use to read me books and I would get lost in the story. Anyway I'm back from my daze my favorite post of hers is Autumn with bare legs which is such a chic and daring look. She has showed off her long lean legs in an unwelcoming weather now that is a risk taker. She is always daring when it comes to her posts she isn't afraid to stand out or be questioned and I really love that about her.

shirleyswardrobe.com

www.mykindofjoy.com

www.thefashionfraction.com

Naimah Talks Appreciation

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        It's me again here with another weekly posts. I honestly love doing the Naimah Talks segments because I feel like this is when I am very personable to you guys. I have the most reads on these topics which is really great and it's good to know I am touching young hearts. I a young lady myself have lots of trials and tribulations in life and me overcoming them makes me obligated to share these experiences with you guys.

     Today's topic is about appreciating loved ones who matter. A lot of us get consumed in our lives and fall into a pattern of just being there. When I say just being there is being in a situation where you don't belong or don't feel appreciated. Honestly appreciation and acknowledgement are very important from the people you surround yourself with. If the people around you constantly look at you and say you can do better or saying you weren't good enough they are verbally shrinking your confidence. It's not okay for someone you consider close to you to be able to be belligerent with there words. It's good to receive constructive criticism but there is a fine line between tough love and emotional demise.

     I also think that you receive what you give out. If your negative and condescending you only attract negative condescending people who don't care about how you feel. The harsh reality is that we expect thing we can't give. If your not appreciating the people around you don't expect them to appreciate you. Make sure your true to yourself by practicing the actions that you desire other to do. Life is too short and remember you do have control over your actions. Thank you so much for taking the time to read this. I really appreciate your support and love, make sure you comment and subscribe by email down below.

Street Grunge

Hello lovelies 

          It's another fantastic week ahead of us so, what better way to start the week than a cup a tea and a good read. I have been working on my blogs design for the past week that's the reason why I didn't post but I'm back and I'm better. I have been loving the weather so much lately and doing looks for Fall is my favorite. I had a little shopping spree and I have picked up some of the recent items I'm wearing. I also brought back some items from my last year Fall season. I bought my killer heels from Forever 21 and let me tell you I was eyeing them for months. When I finally got my paycheck I didn't let nothing distract me and I bought them. I seriously believe in retail therapy and its impact in my life because I was happy and jolly after this purchase. I already had a mental image of what I wanted to pair with this outfit. I hope you guys enjoy this look and find it inspiring for your future posts. Outfit details are below. Enjoy!

Outfit Details

Jacket: Kohl's

Sweater: Cato's Fashion

Jeans: New Yorker

Heel's: Forever 21

3 steps to decrease stress and frustration

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          I hope everything is going well for you guys. I have been really stressed out and frustrated lately. I seriously couldn't get too much done due to it so, I've decided change a few things in my daily routine. I've noticed such a big difference and I was less stressed and frustrated. I'm going to share with you guys the three things that mainly helped me overcome my constant battle.

Step 1: working out

       I decided to set a chart on my desk at home where I do all my work than write down something new I learnt that day. Wheather it's about me or my day in general I wrote it down. This helped me notice even if I'm busy all day there is something new I've learnt and my whole day wasn't a waste.

Step 2 : Exercise

               I made time for physical activity such as working out because it gets difficult to keep in shape and eat right with so much on my plate. So I sleep early and wake up 5 am in the morning to hit the gym after having breakfast. It's seriously the perfect way to start my day and I don't have to come home from work and worry about hitting the gym. I sometimes usually on weekends choose to do some yoga to relax my muscles.

Step3: venting

          Venting is the best stress reliever known to kind wheather is venting to your friends or significant other. It's better than holding your frustration in and constantly being angry. Also having a relatable person to talk too makes your problems feel small and pity. So I won't be as difficult to deal with them the next time around.

Effortless Fall Look

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          I've been really busy lately and it's gotten hard for me to set a date to shoot. I know to many it seems that blogging is easy but honestly it could be such a challenge at times. I always feel down when I'm not giving my 100% and always remind myself why I'm doing this. I love blogging and it's been sort of a hobby for me. I have taken it a bit more serious when I noticed feedback. It has definitely allowed me to be myself and share a piece of me to the world.

    On that note let's get into this look that I have put together. As you can see from the topic this look is effortless yet comfy. It's fall I love wearing lots of basic chic looks to combat this transitioning weather. I purchased this oversized jacket from Zara recently and, I was definitely in love with it. I decided to pair it with the most simplest items to complete this look. Which was basic skinny black jeans and a white crop top hoodie. I also paired my black boots from H&M and to top it all off I added my Aldo bag. I put this look together in under 15 minutes and it had saved me so much time. Thank you for taking your time to read this post.

Outfit Details

Navy jacket: Zara

Crop hoodie: H&M

Jeans: Cato's Fashion  

Boots: H&M

Bag: Aldo

Naimah Talks: Social Media

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        As you can see from the topic today I want touch basis on something that has been on my mind which is Social Media. Social Media has made it easy for many to share content and to reach different people all over the world. There's often a misconception by many that social media is there personal diary and, a place to vent. I know many including my self have seen Social Media as a safety net and have shared personal information. I have been seeing time after time people expressing there thoughts and feelings hoping it will make them feel better.

       I honestly believe otherwise because there a lot of people watching your social media pages. They feed off of exactly what you give them whether it's good or bad. When I feel down and misunderstood the first thing I would do is vent or feel the need to express my self ,hoping people will relate. It has been that way for a while when I then realized it was the wrong way of going about it. I've noticed random people will feel entitled to judge your life and actions. If I was more careful no one would have had access to my personal situations. So, I decided to stop trying emit feelings on twitter because at the end of day nobody is ever going to understand the pain and hardship you're going through without them  stepping into your shoes.

      Social media can also make you depressed about your life. Like instagram everyone shares great accumplishments and, moments. It makes hard for you to live up to a picture perfect live's because it isn't true. It's just a collection of good moments, who wants to share and capture bad moments to the world ? no one. So never take the it to serious to a point where it depresses you and takes away you joy. Be happy with what you got in your life because there would be so many people killing for what you have. Don't let social media get to your head your so much more than a picture or 140 characters. Thank you so much for reading please comment and subscribe for more posts.