I met Han while volunteering at a hospital and although we wore uniforms through out this period and I couldn't really tell what her style was, she had this aura that radiated cool. She was just so content with herself, never quiet when speaking about issues she was passionate about and she is such a genuine person. I have not known her for very long but I am greatly inspired by her genuine approach to life  and the positive energy she emits.

Hi darlings,

If you like me are always late on getting presents but still want to make your loved ones feel special and loved, this last minute gift guide will be really helpful to you. 2016 was a great year in music from the Knowles' sisters blessing us to Bruno covering us with 24k magic. That makes it easy to  give a great gift without waiting in ridiculous queues or having to spend too much money on next day delivery. To make it even easier for you here are 7 of the best albums of the year that everyone will love.

24k magic - Bruno Mars
Anti - Rihanna
A seat at the table - Solange
Formation - Beyonce
Here - Alicia Keys
Mind of mine - ZAYN
Starboy - The weeknd

I hope this helps,

Stay beautiful because you are, Jasmine x

Lush colour supplement
Brows:
Collection colour lash mascara
Lips:
Natural collection liner in espresso
Highlighter:
Collection highlighter stick

Stay beautiful because you are, Jasmine x

Hi darlings!

Image via @symphonyofsilk

Christmas is almost here and if you are a last minute shopper much like me and are panicking about what to buy a friend this christmas or ever really, I have the best idea:dainty necklaces. They are simple, understated and can be stackable. This makes it the ultimate present for a fashion girl especially because she can decide whether or not she wants them to be an everyday essential or part of a larger, bolder statement. I know I would love them and I am particularly difficult to shop for becsuse I know exactly what I want. These are the places I have found the best dainty jewelry in order of prefference, I hope this helps!
Catbird
Not on the high street
SWYC
Accessorize

Hello darlings!

How is it going?
It has been quite a while since I last wrote. I hope you are all well. As most of you know, I am forever listening to new music (who isn't really?) and making playlists on spotify which include amazing songs both new and old (follow me :) @unefillemorderne) and sometimes all you want to do is listen to the good stuff without having to go through the good and the not so good, that's why you have me! I do the boring stuff and get you the best results sans stress, enjoy!
Water under the bridge - Adele
Ride - 21 pilots
Sing to you - John Splintoff
What if she wants you - John Splintoff

Stay beautiful because you are, Jasmine x

Hi darlings!

How are you doing this week? I have had a particularly rough week but I am alright and looking for a positive side in everything. Anyway I digress, as you probably know from my last quarterly favourite's post I am in love with sheet masks! I like my skin hydrated at all times and sheet masks are the only products aside from moisturisers in my opinion that actually hydrate my skin to my level of satisfaction. I started using them about 5 months ago and have noticed amazing results.

Most of the masks I used however, were form Korean brands as these masks originated from there. This made them a little difficult to buy, you can still get them when you want but not as easily from your local cosmetic store, until now that is.
As you can imagine I was quite excited when I found affordable, promising sheet masks at my local Boots and I had to try them out. I will review tis mask based on 3 factors:

AFFORRDABILTY
It is inexpensive going for £1.50 a sheet which seems unreasonable at first until you realise that it replaces 7 serum applications in your skincare routine and serums are not the cheapest skin care item.

EASE OF ACCESS
As I mentioned previously it is widely available in most cosmetic stores.

RESULTS
In comparison to previous masks the results are not amazing. There is a reasonable level of hydration and my skin feels softer. I did not get the sheet mask glow I was accustomed to. There is little variety with the product because previously as well as hydrating I could be increasing the level of vitamin c to reduce  eye bags or collagen for antiaging whereas with this  feel as I am only getting half of my money's worth. In conclusion it is a decent product but I have been spoiled with better products. I recommend it because it is easy to get and does an alright job. It should be noted that I have used this product for less than a week and if further results are noticed they will be included, although I highly doubt it as the product promises instant results.

I give this product 3 out of 5

Stay beautiful because you are, Jasmine x

Hi darlings,

Over these summer months I was using minimal products, with the sun who needs a faux dewy glow, especially when you can easily get the real deal. But as September drew near I started investing in ways to keep my skin hydrated because as all my dry skin buddies know, winter is more foe than friend. This drying effect is particularly unforgiving to my lips and leaves them dry and chapped and you will see in this post that a lot of what I have enjoyed using are lip care products because chapped lips is never cute.  

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 * Extremely versatile. I look like a different person everyday. I never like to limit myself to one set style. I love to switch up my looks

How do you think experiences have shaped your style?
 * I'm an actress, so I have experience with being a bunch of different characters. It's the same with my style. I have a totally different style everyday. One day I'd be dressed as a tomboy and girly girl the next.

What do you think your style represents ?
* My style represents power. Everything in my wardrobe is really gaudy and stylish. And it's how I wear it. Best believe, I strut down the block. My head is held high and I am slaying.

What do you hope it represents?
* I'm a big believer in women being able to wear whatever they want without men or anyone manipulating them. A women is not a slut for wearing a short skirt or an outfit that reveals her body. And a woman is dressed up that doesn't mean that she's looking for attention from anyone. "Girl why you so dressed up today? Who you looking good for?" MYSELF!! There's nothing wrong with dressing good for yourself. Believe it or not, when you look good you feel good.

Is your style an outward expression of inner feelings?
 * It definitely is. It represents however I am feeling that day. If I'm feeling a little sad that day, I'll wear all black or something really baggy. And if I'm feeling really good, I'd throw on a fitted dress or some bright colors.

Where do you get your clothes?
 * I shop at a lot of thrift stores. My mother owns her own thrift store so I get all of my exotic pieces from there. I get all of my fitted dresses and sexy little tops from American apparel. For my jewelry, I shop at this little spot on Franklin Ave in Brooklyn. I also cut up a lot of clothing and create some dope pieces myself, when I'm feeling creative.

Does your style reflect your cultural heritage?
* I have a bunch of pieces that reflect my cultural heritage. All of my jewelry are jewelry from the motherland. I'm also Trinidadian and Jamaican so sometimes you can tell I'm from the Caribbean from what I have on.

Favorite item in your wardrobe?
 * My black leather boots, it's adds a hint of sexiness to anything  I wear. And I am 4'11 so it's adds a bit of height to me as well haha!

Style inspirations ?
* The day, season, my hair and how I'm feeling. Those three things inspire the look for the day.

Beauty secrets ?
* Coco butter! Especially in the summer, it gives your face a beautiful and natural glow. Eating healthy is an essential to life as well. Staying fit and working out!!

 Pieces you can't live without ?
* My African jewelry
* Black ripped jeans
* My tan vans
* Fitted dresses

Pieces you wished you owned ?
* Knee high boots
* More sneakers
* Rihanna's new FENTY X PUMA line. Literally everything!

Describe your style:
Inspired by fashion of the past, incorporated with trainers... All day everyday.

How do you think experiences have shaped your style?
I have always been inspired by the simplicity and effortlessness of French style. Being half French I have always turned to my mother and Aunty for advice on how to put together outfits.

What do you think your style represents?
I think my style represents the merge between urban sports fashion which basically means trainers, trainers, and more trainers and the retro, classic aspect of statements pieces and basics.

What do you hope it represents?
I hope it represents that you don't need to only fall into one category and that its your ability to merge trends that makes your stand and and be unique.

Is your style an outward expression of inner feelings?
Yeah, I would definetly think so. I always try to be different to everyone else, whether it be with my Afro or with a vintage shirt or jacket.


Where do you get your clothes?
I get most of my tops and jumpers from thrift shops because I love oversized clothing but when I comes to jeans and trousers I tend to go to high street brands like topshop, h&m and Zara... But I always in the look out for a trusty thrifters mom Jean!

Does your style reflect your cultural heritage?
I guess so, in terms of the simplicity and classic look from my French side, I would say yes. However it is only recently that I have been exploring my Nigerian Heritage and I am looking into tailoring one or two statement pieces!

Favourite item in your wardrobe?
My tronto police service sweatshirt that I thrifted a few months ago. It's so easy to style and goes with everything!

Style inspirations?
I tend to find inspiration from the YouTube community, such as SamanthaMaria/Beautycrush, Tasha Green both British YouTubers. As wells and NotoriousKIA, she is the queen of thrifting and DIYs, absolutely love her. And a French YouTuber, SheraKerienski; she lives in Paris and has the most amazing Trainer collection and her style is so unique. I would aspire to emulate her style.

Beauty secrets?
Honestly I don't reall delve into the Beauty work that much, I stick to nude nail polish, mascara and maybe a neutral lipstick. I am very simple.
And my biggest secret is L'oreal men's charcoal face wash... Trust me it does wonders.

Pieces you can't live without
I can not live with out my grey suede Reebok classics, my oversized sweatshirts and a trusty Blue demin mom jean... Keep it simple girls.

Pieces you wished you owned?
I am on the look out for pleated cullotes in khaki and black, aswell as a light denim mom Jean. I love jeans. And lastly the new All black Air max 2016s... So beautiful!

What do you think gives your style an iconic factor
Honestly I think it's my hair! I am 100% natural and no matter the occasion, smart, causal etc I always have my afro out.

What is the best style advice you've ever received?
Keep it simple, just because it's in style doesn't mean it's your style.

Did you ever struggle with finding yourself style wise?
Yeah! It's only the past year that I have really begun to explore my individual style. I am being more daring with what I wear and paying less attention to what other people think about how I look.

"How would I describe my style?
I like to be very comfortable but cute when it comes to clothes. Lately I've been painting on my clothes to give it a little me. A pop of color and fun.

In high school I use to wear colors that matched my mood. Dark times for me so I was always in black.
It wasn't until this year that I actually found my style. I found me. My style represents me, happy, fun and creative. I hope that's what people can see.

I'm a thrifter. Always thrifting. I get a whole outfit for less than $20. Doesn't get any better than that! (Lol)
I don't like spending so much money on clothes. Life is so expensive already.

My favorite item in my wardrobe? Hmm...it would have to be my overalls. I slip right into it whenever I can.
I can't live without...my flannels. Definitely my flannels. They are my go-to.  I wish I owned... a lot more flannels (lol)

"Forget the rules. If you like it, wear it" I read that somewhere and this to me was the greatest advice.

My painting on my clothes gives my style an iconic factor. I guess you can say my clothes kind of became my canvas.

I use to struggle a lot. I thought I had to have what everyone else was wearing. Now I'd rather not. What fun is that?

Just be yourself! Wear what you want to wear! Honestly as long as you're comfortable, that's all that really matters."

Check out Kayla's instagram here

Describe your style?

Honestly this isn't the easiest thing to answer only because I do enjoy changing it up whenever I get bored but if I were to go off from what I wear the most I'd say I dress smart casual and with that I usually stick to colour or patterns, sometimes both but when I want to blend in and keep my head down (exam season) I tend to stick to colour more to have a minimalist look

How do you think experiences have shaped your style?

I'd definitely say my friends used to influence what I wear in the past but now it's whatever I like and pin on my Pinterest that shapes what I wear, oh and fashion photography.  Working with a stylist has definitely taught me a few things about not over or under doing a look.

What do you think your style represents?

I'd say it  is another representation of my expression and mannerisms.

What do you hope it represents?

I hope it represents a knowledgeable, confident and approachable girl.

Is your style an outward expression of inner feelings?
I'd say it's about 50/50 sometimes it does and other times it does not.


Where do you get your clothes?
I mainly shop at Primark a lot, Bershka, Stradivarius, H&M. Asos and I enjoy thrifting.

Does your style reflect your cultural heritage?
Only when I wear head-wraps or African prints.

Favourite item in your wardrobe?
My Jumpsuit from asos, it's a lovely magenta colour of the darker shade so could possibly be a jam colour.

Style inspirations?

There's this model called Natasha Bisous while most the things she wears are out of my price range the outfits she wears are always classy and another is Zendaya, like me she changes up her style all the time and always rocks it too I feel like she's eventually going to become everyone's style goals purely because she dresses fabulously and never goes half way, she's not afraid to wear a look even if people talk! And if they do she's unafraid to speak up if whatever was said is offensive and in doing so she's giving so much confidence to black females, kids especially.

Beauty secrets?

Drink lemon water every morning and wait 30minutes before eating and try to remember what you eat will effect your skin especially if you are on holiday (guilty).


Pieces you can't live without?
Currently I reaally want a pair of heeled boots, their a navy blue crushed velvet.

What do you think gives your style an iconic factor?

I won't lie sometimes I've had epic outfit fails but I truly think it's all about the confidence to try something new, if you wear the same thing all the time or like everyone else that just makes you another sheep, which isn't a terrible thing but 'icons' tend to stand out.

What is the best style advice you've ever received?

Make sure you have the basics before you try to create your own style!

Did you ever struggle with finding yourself style wise?
Yes a lot when I was younger but now I'm way more comfortable with the way I dress.

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Hi darlings!
I will like to introduce a new series *drum roll* : style profiles!
I interview women about their style and their inspirations and get some amazing advice about everything from beauty to confidence. The first 7 interviews will be published before the end of October in honour of black history month. I hope you enjoy this series and are as inspired by these women as I am.



Stay beautiful because you can, Jasmine x

Hi darlings,

Summer is over, much to my dismay and undoubtedly the dismay of others who encounter bipolar weather regurlarly. The days of pumpkin spiced lattes, thick scarves and amber leaves are upon us. Honestly I hate autumn, I have never understood its appeal, I mean cold weather, even colder unfriendly faces, pumpkins? Autumn really needs a new manager because I am not impressed by what it is offering me at the moment. However, there is something I look forward to every autumn: being cosy. I love summer, I mean I'm Nigerian it is kind of in my DNA, but my introverted tendencies cause me to get a little thrill at the idea of snuggling beneath a throw with a large mug of soy chai latte and good music. If you enjoy these moments as well then you'll love what I'm about to share with you: my autumnal playlist ( I mean, I love you and all but I am not sharing my chai with anyone.) enjoy!

AIR - JONES
CRANES IN THE SKY - SOLANGE
EMELI SANDE - HURTS
SIA - THE GREATEST
PEARL - I KNOW
CHAINSMOKERS - CLOSER
ALUNAGEORGE - NOT ABOVE LOVE

Stay beautiful because you can, Jasmine x

Hi darlings!

If you follow me on Instagram and watch my Instagram stories (which you definitely should ; ) ) You know that I recently had Marley braids done and I am in love with them. I know I am not the only one who is obsessed with them so I decided to make a list of things I wish I knew before I got them to help someone else who might be interested in getting them in the future.

1 Marley hair is difficult to find, I couldn't find any decent hair online and I have no black hair shops anywhere around me so that was quite difficult.
2 Marley hair is more expensive than your average twist/braid extensions
3 You will need to get your hair done by a professional because it is more technical than your average twist
4 There is not as much versatility with styling because they are quite chunky, hence harder to style.
5 The twists tangle easily so keep your detangling spray handy.
6 When you get your twists done don't start at your hair line because the twists are quite heavy and might pull your hair.
7 When your hair starts to look dull/matted spray some leave in conditioner and water to revive your hair.

That is I have learned so far! Feel free to ask questions and share what you have learned.

Stay beautiful because you can, Jasmine x

Hi darlings,

Hi darlings,

This is most likely the most feminine piece you will ever see me in.


If you follow me on Instagram (@unefillemorderne) you know that I usually have my hair in poetic justice esque box braids and anyone who has known me for a while associates this look with me. However, this summer I have had my afro out.

Doing this has caused me to become more explorative style wise.
I have a quite "feminine" face, but when I have my box braids they literally create a curtain over my face allowing my to hide these traditionally feminine feautures making it easier to pull off my typically tomboy inspired style.

This was impossible this summer as my face was exposed causing me to incorporate archetypically feminine pieces into my style and I can't say I hate it. I mean realistically this is the most feminine piece you will ever see me in, but it is a step right?

SHOES + TOP - ZARA
SKIRT - ASOS

Hi darlings,




It is common knowledge that the black maxi dress is a summer staple, mainly as a result of its convenience being that it creates an element of class effortlessly while simultaneously giving its slimming effects. It is understandable that many want to carry this convenience from day to night. The key to this in my opinion is accessories. Whilst a daytime look may consist of colourful trainers and no/light makeup. A night time look will require heels and a bold lip. A classic look is guaranteed, all this with minimal effort.

1st look
Head to toe Zara

2nd look
Dress Boohoo
Denim jacket Zara
Shoes Dune
Stay beautiful because you can, Jasmine x