SUMMER ACCESSORIES

                                  SUMMER! SUMMER!! SUMMER!!!.
Nothing screams Summer more than Fun, Relaxation and Holidays (In my case, WORK! but it still has to be enjoyed!).
                                  
     Summer has begun and that means less cloth and more sun unlike here in Nigeria, Lagos, rain drops can still be felt on some days. But that doesn't mean accessories can't be used and summer can't be enjoyed *wink*
      Accessories are items used to complement or Complete one's Outfit. It could either be Worn or Carried. So here, are some accessories that can be used for the summer time to help you complement your style.

 - Hats: We can't talk bout about summer without the Hats!! Be it Floppy, Beach or Straw, hats are one of the main accessories used during summer, it gives you this Classic and Relaxed look anytime of the day. So yes, they are a go!

     

      - Sunglasses: These are to be with you on the go, because Summer=Sun and are the main items of summer and also give a chic look.

 

      - Sandals/Slippers: Whichever you want to wear depending on the place/occasion both are the best footwear for this period, that doesn't mean Heels aren't allowed.  

       - Scarfs: To keep you warm and refreshed and also looking chic. Can be worn on the neck, head or around the shoulder, whichever way you want your style to be. And here are some ways of wearing them

            

         Pair all this up with your cloth be it jeans, swim wears, gowns or any cloth and you good to go and let's not forget the Purse and Bracelet.     

           

                                  

        Let's not forget the GUYS!, 

       

      It's #ThrowbackThursday and It's Summer Time, so here's a write-up I wrote about Summer Accessories for my previous blog (www.theevetonnia.blogspot.com). Hope you did enjoy it. So how have y'll all being? and how have you been enjoying the summer, time for More Sun and Less Cloth!

     

                                                 

      TAKE MY YOKE ON YOU AND BECOME LIKE ME, FOR I AM GENTLE AND WITHOUT PRIDE, AND YOU WILL HAVE REST FOR YOUR SOULS - Matthew 11:29.

     

HOW TO: SHOP ON A BUDGET

     Hey Diary Keepers, I'm sorry I have been MIA,  which was due to exams and some activities, but now I'm back! Exams are finally Over and I'm back home for the holidays (Let the Summer begin!) .
   Everyone wants to have good clothes and possibly a ton of them, but not everyone has the money (Our Wardrobe don't represent our Intentions\Dreams), so here are some tips on how to shop on a budget and it sure works for both male and female!

     1. KNOW WHAT YOU HAVE AT HOME

       Most people usually go shopping without checking and knowing what they have in their closet, then go get a new item without having NOTHING to go with it, thereby making them to go out and buy more items to go with the new items. Digging up your clothes in your closet, also helps you rediscover some awesome clothes you had but never wore them or find ways you can revamp your style. Now you have more clothes without even going shopping! 

2. BUY WHAT YOU NEED: 

      It sure sounds easy and common sense, but when you start shopping for less and get good bargains, you get carried away and think you saving money by buying more at a less price, especially those things you don't need. I usually make  a list of what I need before going shopping. Know what you are shopping for.

   Ask Yourself: Would I buy this, even if it wasn't on Sale?

3. DON'T BUY DOUBLE OF WHAT YOU HAVE

        Don't buy Double of what you have, buy Different of what you have. For example, If you already own a long trouser, don't buy another one (except it's bad), instead buy a culotte, so as to have a mix in your Closet. So instead of owning a lot of Flares, you own a Flare and a Culotte, so next time you go shopping, it will be about increasing the number.
                      

4. SHOP WITH DISCOUNTS

      Shopping on Sales helps a lot in saving your money, as you can buy high quality clothes at a lesser price. 

5. SHOP OUT OF SEASON

       Think about clothes you will wear before the season or time comes, so you can buy it ahead of time because it will be way cheaper now, than it is in the season, which helps saves money. Most stores, usually stock up a month ahead of time, which gives you the chance to buy ahead and save more. 

6.  SAVE MONEY FOR PREMIUM PIECES

         Spend less on pieces where the quality of the item won't show or no one will notice the quality.e.g. underwear, polo shirts, socks, belts. Don't spend much money on such, so as to have more money to spend on quality clothes and premium pieces.

7. BUY CO-ORD SETS

      Co-ord Sets are versatile and cheaper than separates. It's like buying two clothes for the price of one, which could be worn together or separate. Which means more clothes in your Closet!

NOTE: There is no need to have each item of an outfit to be expensive or outstanding. All you need is one classy piece and have everything else complement it. Buy Useful Items not Aspirational Items.

     So what other tips do you have and also what do you do when shopping on a budget?, Kindly share as I sure would love to know. How have you been? and what have you been up to? 

                                                          

      Have I not given you your orders? Take heart and be strong; have no fear and do not be troubled; for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go,  - Joshua 1:9.

                                                                                                           

     

DIY- MICKEY MOUSE DANSHIKI BAG

Hey Diary Keepers, I know I have been gone for long and I'm sorry, also this post is long over-due (My Apologies -__-). Remember the MOONWALKER BAGS? Yh, so here's a new way of designing them or any other bag you love and want to revamp their look.

   There was a time (between 2012-2013 there about) the Mickey Mouse template/t-shirt was in vogue, Though I wasn't part but I can sure remember them, I have had this template for a while now, so I thought it better to use it for my bag.

 REQUIRMENT:
  - Mickey Mouse Template (I got mine HERE and printed it on paper at 110%)
  - The Material you want to use (could be Ankara, Danshiki, Jean.etc)
  - Pair of Scissors.
  - Glue (you can use fabric glue, but I used TopBond)
  - And Your Bag!
           

        NOTE: Steps 1&2 has already been done by me long time ago, and I'm sorry I have no pictures 😞
     STEP 1: Download and print the template, place the template on your material (use pins to hold it firmly) then cut it carefully. (As much as I would love to have had a picture, I don't)
     STEP 2: Do a Fray Check. Use a clear polish to paint around the edge of your fabric, to prevent it from fraying.
     STEP 3: Place the template on your bag (where you want it placed; middle, side.etc). Make sure its placed correctly by moving back a bit.
    
     STEP 4: Carefully place a book/grocery bag in between the bag, so as not to let the glue seep to the back.Glue the fabric to the bag section by section or start from the ears/middle and then Leave to Dry!
  
 
        Viola! your bag is ready to go and looking stylish.
  













  I hope this was useful and easy to follow, How else would you re-design your bag and what other DIYs do you know, kindly share in the comment section below. I also have a new collection of the MOONWALKER BAGS, be sure to check my Instagram page (evetonnia) for pictures and stay updated, new Collection of MOONWALKER FOOTWEARS, out soon!
    Exams are coming up  very soon (Wednesday to be precised), so I might be MIA for a while, but be sure to be back as soon as I can. So what's been going on with y'll? Would love to know 😉

                                                                  

FOR MY THOUGHTS ARE NOT YOUR THOUGHTS, OR YOUR WAYS MY WAYS, SAYS THE LORD.  - Isaiah 55:8

OUTFIT - EASTER BLUE

    HAPPY EASTER!! DIARY KEEPERS,
I'm so excited typing this post, reasons unknown to me, guess its great to know I am a Partaker of the Best gift ever! Christ died, so I may Live and now He is Risen!
   So today's post is an Outfit Post ( Finally! after all this while) . This weekend was supposed to be a long weekend used to complete a lot of unfinished business, but it turned out to be quite the opposite. either ways, I still Thank God for it!
 I wore this yesterday (Sunday), it's a crop top and harem pant set and No I didn't sew it, I bought it.

Photography by the_olayide

  Have a Lovely Week Ahead! Dab into the new week like

                                                                

GOD DID NOT SEND HIS SON INTO THE WORLD TO BE JUDGE OF THE WORLD; HE SENT HIM SO THAT THE WORLD MIGHT HAVE SALVATION THROUGH HIM. - John 3:17.

LIPSTICK 101- FINDING YOUR LIP COLOUR

    Hey Diary Keepers, how's the Anti-Carbonate Therapy going? Mine is going quite well, though I took a drink or two but steady-we-go! I have been getting a lot of positive feedbacks from people, and I am so glad its working out and if you haven't started, it's never late to start, know all about it HERE
   I am a Lipstick Junkie, constantly on the search for new colours and mix to try on and this post is going to be one of many episodes of this series. So today, we will be talking about:
                 
    Most of we ladies, have a bunch of lipsticks lying in our beauty bags, some that we wear all the time, others that we don't touch at all. Most of us wear only one lipstick and the remaining just decorates and adds to our lipstick collection. Finding a Lip colour can be like a treasure hunt because with the endless palette of lipsticks, gloss and stains, the make-up counter can be quite over-whelming, especially that moment when you fall in love with a lipstick you saw on someone or at the store, but when you tried it on, it just didn't work -__- .

  So, here are ways of finding your lip colour, you could have more than 1, so say an end to sticking to just one lipstick!

1.) IDENTIFY YOUR UNDERTONE:  Knowing your Undertone is one of the ways to finding your lip colour as everyone has either a yellow, pink or neutral undertone. One of the quickest ways of finding your undertone is to look at the veins on your wrist.
 - Blue Veins means you've got a Pink Undertone.
 - Green Veins means you've got a Yellow Undertone.
 - Neutral Undertone has both green and blue or are between the colours green and blue. which means you can basically wear any lip colour.
i.) Gold-Silver Test: Try on a gold and a silver jewellery (bracelet, earring, necklace),ignoring your personal preference and see which one looks better or suits you perfectly.

  - Silver Jewellery looks best on Pink Undertones
  - Gold Jewellery looks best on Yellow Undertones.
ii.) Natural Lighting Test: Examine your skin under natural light with a mirror to determine your complexion and concentrate on the skin around your jaw line, as knowing your complexion helps in knowing your lip colour.
  - Fair Skin Tones have a great deal with bold red and deep colours and also avoid too light colours or any colour with a yellow undertone, as one can look washed out.
  - Olive Skin Tones  are usually the neutral undertones, so its hard to go wrong with lip colours. so all you have to do is look at your outfit and determine the lip shade.
  - Darker Skin Tones are on the go with deep plums, berries and deep red. Deeper shades look more naturally flattering.
           

2.) KNOW THE SHADES TO WORK WITH: After identifying your undertone, you need to know the perfect shades to work with.
  - Pink Undertones can stick with colours that have purple or shades of blue in them.
  - Yellow Undertones can stick with warmer colours.
                           

  Mine is Dark Purple, Black and colours that have shades of purple in them, so what's yours?

     Nude is the all-time and go-to lip colour everyone and anyone can use, but finding the right shade of nude can be quite difficult, as I am on that search myself (Next Beauty Post will be on this).

                     

    Hope this post was of great help to you, I would definitely want to know your lip colour and how the search went. Have a Great Week!

                                                                        

 AND THROUGH THIS HE HAS GIVEN US THE HOPE OF GREAT REWARDS HIGHLY TO BE VALUED; SO THAT BY THEM WE MIGHT HAVE OUR PART IN GOD'S BEING, AND BE MADE FREE FROM THE DESTRUCTION WHICH IS IN THE WORLD THROUGH THE DESIRES OF THE FLESH. - 2 Peter 1:4.

ANTI-CARBONATE THERAPY

  So, I have been on this therapy for a while now, though it was hard considering I was a Drink Addict (like I could count the number of times I drank Water daily), but determination and strength got me through it all. First, it all started as me experimenting what it felt like drinking more water and less drink, then I finally decided to stick to it, and since I have been feeling refreshed and lighter in terms of body weight. I love my readers so much, so I decided to google more about it and post it.
  N.B: I am not a FitFam Junkie (might try that sometime😜 )

     Carbonated Drinks/Beverages  are drinks that contain dissolved Carbon dioxide which becomes a gas when it warms to body temperature in your stomach. though its ingredients are safe, but consuming it on a daily basis has its effects which aren't quite pleasing. Carbonated Drinks can be so refreshing especially in this hot weather in Nigeria, where just popping a bottle of Coke or Fanta can give you this refreshed feeling after being under the sun for hours, but taking it every time is hazardous to the system, try taking more of Water. Recently, I have learnt taking Water cleanses your body system and you feel lighter and also helps in weight loss.
                      
     
                   EFFECTS OF CARBONATED DRINKS.
- Increased Risk of Obesity: consuming sugar-sweetened carbonated drinks adds more calories to your diet and increases your risk of over-weight and obesity.


- Tooth Decay: Your mouth contains bacteria that feed on sugar which causes tooth decay. when you consume carbonated drinks, the sugar remains in your mouth , giving the bacteria access to promote tooth decay.


- Reduced Bone Strength: For women, consuming carbonated cola drinks, makes the bones weaker. According to a research carried out in, it was found that women who consume regular  and diet cola drinks had weaker hipbones than women who don't consume the drinks/beverages.

    There are other Side Effects of Consuming Carbonated Drinks, but these are just a few I would like to share, As much as we might not see the effects now, if we wait till it shows it might be too late.
- You can start by taking a Bottle of Water with you every where you go, so that way you when you are thirsty,  you have a liquid with you.
- You can also reduce the number of drinks you take per day, by taking 1 less of what you take each day and week and you will do just fine.
- Start taking more of juices instead of drinks, if at all you want to take something sweet.
- Take more of Water and Fruits.
- You could also squeeze the juice out of an orange or lime in your water to make it flavored

         I won't say I have completely conquered the addiction of Carbonated Drinks, but I will say I have conquered taking them on Impulse, I take them if they are my very last option for Thirst and can't even finish it all. It all starts with taking a step
      And your Body would do just Fine! Research shows that it takes at least two weeks for a new habit to take hold. Try it and let me know what you think about it, and your experience.

     What other Therapy are you into? kindly share in the comment box and if you also like me to share or talk about other things, send me an email - moonwalkertalks@gmail.com.
     Stay Blessed! and DRINK MORE OF WATER!

                           

    I would like us to start a challenge, on taking more water, less drink. Using the hastag #MWWaterChallenge on Twitter,Instagram and other social medias sharing your experience and challenges each day on taking more water and less drinks. I would also share mine.


                                                                         

 OR ARE YOU NOT CONSCIOUS THAT YOUR BODY IS A HOUSE FOR THE HOLY SPIRIT WHICH IS IN YOU, AND WHICH HAS BEEN GIVEN TO YOU BY GOD? AND YOU ARE NOT THE OWNERS OF YOURSELVES. - 1 Corinthians 6:19.

MOONWALKER BAGS AND FOOT WEARS

    Hey Guys, I am so sorry for going MIA, been busy with tests, projects and all, but I am back now. So how have y'll been? Would love to know what you've been up to. I have a couple of things coming up on the blog (DIYs, self-talk.etc) stay tuned!

   So unto today's post, this is a Meet-the-Product Session where I review or advertise products, companies.etc. And today's session is about My products.
 Yes, I make Bags and Foot wears (Slippers and Sandals).
 The MoonWalker Drawstring Tote Bag is a 2-in-1 bag, its:
- Its a Drawstring Bag and can be carried as a Tote bag.

                                                 The TIM Collection.                     

- It can be carried by anyone (Male or Female)
- Its made of Quality Leather.
- It can be made however you want it. (You can order for specifications, colour.etc Made just for you!)
- Its big enough to take your Laptop and Fashionable to carry around.
- Its light-weight.

                                                               Pictures by - @missvyn_photography (Instagram)
    You can also Order for any type of bag you want, it can be either Tote, Sling, Drawstring, Folder.etc. Whichever one you want, we've got you covered.

                            The INI Collection


                                     Pictures by - @_Effy (Twitter)

Remember my latest obsession and love for WHITE SOLES ? Yh, decided to make a pair and this slippers is Comfortable, Fashionable and Casual

 The Slippers can also be made in different colors, size and design made of quality materials. Sandals can also be made

    The Bag costs N4,500 and the Slippers costs N3,500. Follow my Instagram page (@evetonnia) for Latest Collections, Updates and Designs of the products.
To order, send an email to - moonwalkertalks@gmail.com. Also for Product, Company or Brand Review also send an email to - moonwalkertalks@gmail.com.

                                                                           
 NOW TO HIM WHO IS ABLE TO DO IN FULL MEASURE MORE THAN ALL OUR DESIRES OR THOUGHTS, THROUGH THE POWER WHICH IS WORKING IN US. - Ephesians 3:20.