Happy Monday everyone!!
This post is dedicated to those girls who send me private messages about finding who they really are. They also think I have it all ; no I don’t, I am also in the process of finding who I really am. The older I get, the more understanding and clarity I get with who I really am and what I really want be/do. Most importantly, I work very hard at been that person I really want to be. Thank you and I love you all for sharing your stories with me.
I am thankful because I also have people in my life with whom I share my story. They make me smile all the time because they are there for meย trulyย and not because of what I can offer them but because they love me for who I am. So I am far from perfect and nobody is. Jesse J’s song says nobody’s perfect NO!
For this pairing I played with layers. ย I wanted a look I could wear without a coat so I wore a thermal cami and layered up a shirt on it and then a turtleneck which I turned into a sweater so the collar on the shirt can rest on the turtle neck turned jumper. I just love the sleek look of the shirt and it reminds me of those collars sold individually.
Iย deliberatelyย left the silk blouse/shirt loose to mimic the shape of the peplum hem skirt.
This other photos reminds me of editorial shoots where the models “veg” out/are static. Sometimes they look liveless. I like it. I know I am still squinting. I brought my sun shades to set like my dear friend Black Zulu recommended but didn’t wear them because I thought I looked too cool.
I know you will be wondering what sort of title was that.
Allow me share with you how my faith conflicts with fashion. It is hard for me sometimes to be creative in styling and not compromise my believe/values/faith. I know you will ask me why/how/what do you mean?
The question really is how can I be a Godโs child and still wear mini skirts? Donโt get me wrong, not that mini skirts are bad, it is just that…..
Okay, this is my confession, OOPS! Did I sound like Usher? There is a kind of limitation to what I can/should/expected to wear. For instance , in the Christendom, you are not expected to wear mini dresses and skirts. Not that it is a sin, it is just a way to teach girls/woman the way to dress moderately and be modest in appearance. It is just important that we present ourselves in a manner that we do not expose our bodies and most importantly in a way that is acceptable unto God. I think in this time and age where nudity is just one of those things, this part of my religion/faith I love i.e teach girls to throw on some panty holes.
So Why then do you wear MINI? I look at it this way that if because of my faith, I restrict myself too much, then I may not be able to cover all areas of fashion. Also with a hubby who thinks that mini skirts/dresses make him happy . Even though what we wear tell a lot about us, is it really what we wear or how we wear them that matters. Isn’t how we treat people or how we make them feel more important? Maya Angelou says and I quote, people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did but people will never forget how you made them feel. ย The question really is how do you make people feel?
What do I do then?
Well, ย I just had to find a balance that does not compromise my faith and who I really am. ย My balance is wearing my mini skirt with a pair of tights. Every one wears tight isnโt it? Hmm, Nope!
It’s more than Religion. Culture too!!
I remembered my father echoing it in my ears that I could be a model provided I do not wear those two piece bikinis, I know what you are thinking. What planet was that? No it wasn’t Hollywood, it was Lagos Nigeria. I said yes daddy and he signed those parental consent form for me. Guess what, I did modelling and without those two pieces bikinis…..good girl me!!
Sorry about the long tale, I just wanted to share my background/faith with you a little and I hope you got to know me a little bit more.
I have a few question to ask yโall, if you have the time, please answer themโฆ..
Do you loveย layeringย up , would you wear a tight with this length of skirt andย finallyย how mini is really mini? ย Let me know please, leave me aย comment.
Me first, if the skirt was like 3 inches longer, I wouldn’t need those panty holes. Well not my fault, God gave me those legs.
Thank you so much for stopping by. I am always happy to see you here. Wishing you a lovely day and God bless.
Much Love, Mojisola.
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I always love your amazing posts. I am looking forward to Mondays ๐
In my religion mini is not he best thing you can chose, but I think if you are decently dressed than this is the most important. And if I would have legs like yours, I would war mini every single day ๐
Love this layered look. Love, Mel
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Aww Melisa, you are ever so kind. I agree with decently dressed. It is always best to do what we think is right, isn’t it. Above all, to be kind to one another. I know, those legs are so long…ha ha. Have a lovely week my friend.
Much Love, Mojisola
To me there is nothing wrong in wearing mini skirt ,sometimesI wear them my self and I will them more if I ,ve got pair of legs like urs ,haha , as long as it’s not micro mini and wearing it with a pair of hose is a very decent and beautiful way of wearing it ,well done
I totally agree with you that there is nothing wrong with mini. It is always best to wear what we are comfortable with. Thanks for stopping by dear.
Mojisola
As usual, looking stunning. Several key pieces in this look, the zipper accent, cute booties and stunning bag. You’re always so fabulous. I’m very jealous.
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Thanks Love. Lol about been jealous, you know you rock.
Much Love, Mojisola.
Hi Mojisola,
First off, you look great!
To answer your questions though;
I am horrible at layering.
I wouldn’t have worn tights under this but that’s me. It all bottoms out at your comfort level.
I do not think that what you wear has ANY influence on ones faith.
For instance, if I were a Muslim, would not fully covering up every inch of me except my eyes make me less of a Muslim?
Would she be considered better than me in the eyes of God?
No.
So I find it all relative, with a lot of it having to do with the comfort level of the person.
My rule of thumb?
If you’re wearing a skirt or dress and if when you stretch your arms straight up and your ass is visible, then it’s too short.
And I’m sure, even that is relative
Dana, I get what you mean about Comfort level, I also mentioned that if the skirt was like 3 inches longer then I wouldn’t need the tights. Also the act of covering up all together is also about the individual. What we wear really shouldn’t affect our believes or faith but the world can easily put one in a box. I am happy that I was able to find my balance by wearing tights. I know you will look stunning with or without tights in whatever thing you wear. Finally God sees beyond what we wear, God sees our hearts. Thanks dear, you are a star.
Mojisola.
Exactly!!
Well put beautiful โค โค
You spoke my mind exactly!
Hi ๐
It is so interesting to hear about your background and your beliefs, and I think you balance your beliefs with your fashion sense wonderfully!
I always find tights to be extremely itchy for some reason, so I am obsessing over knee high boots since they kind of serve the same function (covering me up, and keeping me a bit warmer) without driving my skin crazy haha
xxx
Camilla
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You wear the over the knee boots so well Camilla, nobody does it better. Crazy believes and balance!!! It is always best to do what we are happy with. Thanks love for stopping by and for your kind remark.
Mojisola
Thank you so much Mojisola, amways so kind! It is always such a pleasure stopping by your blog ๐
You look good Mojin!
I don’t think I’ve ever worn a pair of visible tights in my life, lol. i wear them under trusers when i’m cold but that’s it. Round and short legs like mine will look horrible in them. lawd!
That’s just me though. I bought that short item because it was short and my legs will be on display and no tights will stand in my way. hahaha.
I tend to show more leg coz I appear taller.
Nevertheless, I am jealous of people who look good in tights. especially long legged girls like yourself!
However i do not let religion dictate wat i wear because i do not think it makes me any less/more a believer than the next person.
As long as you are comfortable with what you are wearing you’re good to go.
Back t your outfit, you look great. I love that skirt and the front detailing. you always look like you’re doing an editorial girl. killing it.
love
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You are right Lydie, it is always best to wear what makes us happy and when we do, we should not be the ones to judge people who wear what they love. I also think hypocrisy is another thing in religion. I do not let any of that stand in my way and also advocate it for the girls that look up to me. If they are happy, they will look confident. Wearing tights is just me and my comfort level like Dana said. You are too cute for tights, show them legs girl…ha ha. Thanks My friend.
Much Love, Mojisola
Hi Mojisola! I admire you for your faith dear and stating the fact that it’s not what we wear but how we treat people that truly matters. Great way to stand your ground girl! And speaking of your outfit I do like the peplum skirt + tights look, so chic and avant-garde! Oh and that bag is so amazing it’s striking on its own and I can imagine it being totally a multi-functional one too!! Keep up the good work girl and never stop being yourself cuz you’re AWESOME!! much love~ ๐ xo~ Lena
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Thanks you so much Lena. It is always my pleasure to have you stop by. And No I won’t stop being myself. Much Love, Mojisola.
Amazing style and I love the layered look. Thanks for sharing.
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Thanks hun for stopping by and for your kind words. Have a fantastic evening.
Much Love, Mojisola
Love these pictures!!! you are so beautiful!
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Valentina
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Thank you so much Valentina. Wishing you a lovely evening.
Cheers, Mojisola
I wear my minis without tights in warmer months. I wear tights only when it’s too cold to show off skin and I am a Christian. Nothing wrong with minis as long as your underpants are not on display.
I agree with you, there is indeed nothing wrong with minis. It is always best to do what we are happy with. I love showing skin too but at a level I am comfortable with. Thanks Love.
Mojisola
I love your tights! where did you buy your tights?
xx Marina
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Hi Marina, tights were from H&M. I got them on sale actaully. Have a nice weekend dear.
Mojisola