The Nyanzi Report

Janey - Brick Lane - London.

2012-01-27T00:00:00.000-08:00

It is always a pleasant surprise to run into some familiar faces as I roam the streets, such as Janey over here.

Stateless Women's Vintage for ASOS.

2012-01-26T00:00:00.000-08:00

I was invited back by the good folks at Stateless Clothing to shoot their Vintage Women's collection that's on sale over at ASOS.

Colour Me Casual - Dering Street, Bond Street - London.

2012-01-25T00:00:00.000-08:00

Team Ozwald Boateng - Savile Row, Mayfair - London.

2012-01-24T00:00:00.001-08:00

Paige - Spitalfields Market - London.

2012-01-23T00:00:00.001-08:00

At Harrods - Knightsbridge - London.

2012-01-21T00:00:00.000-08:00

Have yourselves an eventful and wonderful weekend.

Cool Kids - Brook Street, Mayfair - London.

2012-01-20T00:00:00.000-08:00

Iselin - Dering Street, Bond Street - London.

2012-01-19T00:00:00.000-08:00

Phoebe - Warren Street - London.

2012-01-18T00:00:00.000-08:00

And on another note, we have a new update over at TellusFashion.

Naughty Kids - Wimbledon - London.

2012-01-17T00:00:00.000-08:00

This is what happens when the tables are turned around i.e. the puppet masters - stylist, photographer and designer are put in front of the camera.

These were taken yesterday after a long day of shooting a menswear collection for ASOS. We thought it wise to mess about after ordering people around all day.

Two - Somerset House - London.

2012-01-16T00:00:00.001-08:00

Happy Monday everyone, just to let you know, we have a new update over at TellusFashion.

On New Bond Street - London.

2012-01-14T00:00:00.000-08:00

Have yourselves a marvellous weekend.

Just Like A Rainbow - Somerset House - London.

2012-01-13T00:00:00.002-08:00

To start off the weekend, we have a new update about Argyll Street over at TellusFashion.

Just Like Candy - Somerset House - London.

2012-01-12T00:00:00.000-08:00

Dapper Dude - Basil Street, Knightsbridge - London.

2012-01-11T00:00:00.000-08:00

I have a new style update over at TellusFashion.

At the Victoria & Albert Museum - South Kensington - London.

2012-01-10T00:00:00.001-08:00

I bet you were all admiring the intricate detailing on the jumper but missed the scarf. Weren't you? Those of you with eagle eyes might have already realized that the neck scarf is actually soft leather that has been lined with jersey on the inside - the way it 'sits' on the wearer's chest is interesting as well. It is such little details which are easily missed that catch my eye.

Brick Lane Portraits - London.

2012-01-09T00:00:00.000-08:00

Lex & Caitlin - Brick Lane.

Just a dude that didn't want to give his name - Woodseer Street.

Sara - Wilkes Street.

Markus - Woodseer Street.

Jessica - Hanbury Street.

Wayne - Hanbury Street.

Andrea - Hanbury Street.

Georgina - Buxton Street.

Severin - Hanbury Street.

Thando - Hanbury Street.

Abelard - Brick Lane.

Anonymous Red - Brick lane.

Jesus Rockstar - Brick Lane.

Carlos - Brick Lane.

Connie - Wilkes Street.

Shy Lucy - Brick Lane.

Yesterday afternoon, I had a little stroll along Brick Lane and these are some of the faces that caught my eye. For full length shots of some of these folks, head on over to my article at TellusFashion about Brick Lane Style Sightings.

An Accessories Story - Tottenham Court Road - London.

2012-01-07T00:00:00.000-08:00

On Basil Street - Knightsbridge - London.

2012-01-06T00:00:00.001-08:00

In case you missed it yesterday, I've got another gig guest blogging over at TellusFashion.

A Denim Story - Somerset House - London.

2012-01-05T00:00:00.000-08:00

On another note, I'm guest blogging over at TellusFashion.

On Beak Street - Soho - London.

2012-01-04T00:00:00.003-08:00

Girl With iphone - Somerset House - London.

2012-01-03T00:00:00.002-08:00

Serious Fashionistas - At Musée Rodin, Rue de Varenne - Paris.

2012-01-02T00:00:00.001-08:00

It's 2012, year of the London Olympics! We begin the new year with these three fine ladies that I snapped outside the Dior show back in September. I wish you nothing but success in all your endeavours this year.

Happy New Year!

2011-12-31T00:00:00.000-08:00

All the best from party central. Stay safe and enjoy your new year's festivities wherever you are.

The New York Art Dealer - Basil Street, Knightsbridge - London.

2011-12-30T00:00:00.000-08:00

Claire - Marlborough Court, Carnaby Street - London.

2011-12-29T00:00:00.000-08:00

This is the lovely Claire from dresses and dolls.

At Place Concorde - Paris.

2011-12-28T00:00:00.001-08:00

On Great Queen Street - Holborn - London.

2011-12-27T00:00:00.000-08:00

Outside Dior ss12 - Musée Rodin, Rue de Varenne - Paris.

2011-12-26T00:00:00.002-08:00

I hope you all had a magnificent time at Christmas and are now relaxing wherever you are. In the mean time, feast your eyes on this fabulous ensemble while I renew the gym membership...

Merry Christmas (Fire In The Hole!) - Columbia Rd - London.

2011-12-24T00:00:00.000-08:00

Here's to wishing you all a magnificent time at Christmas! Have a yourselves a wonderful time and remember not to eat like there's no tomorrow coz you know where it will all end up...

On Brook Street - Mayfair - London.

2011-12-23T00:00:00.000-08:00

Outside Margiella ss12 - Paris.

2011-12-22T00:00:00.000-08:00

At St. Martins Courtyard - Covent Garden - London.

2011-12-21T00:00:00.001-08:00

It's Leo! - Just off Brick Lane - London.

2011-12-20T00:00:00.002-08:00

Ever heard of the saying, be careful what you wish for, because you might just get it? Well, that is exactly what happened when I said to my hunting partner how I wish I could run into Leo..then, lo and behold...

For the other times I've run into him click here.

Black Yellow & that YSL - Rue Saint-Honoré - Paris.

2011-12-19T00:00:00.000-08:00

On Columbia Road - London.

2011-12-17T00:00:00.000-08:00

Here's to wishing you all marvellous weekend. This dude has got an 'Elvis-has left-the-building' aura about him. I'm I right?

Feline - Brick Lane - London.

2011-12-16T00:00:00.000-08:00

Mixology - Brick Lane - London.

2011-12-15T00:00:00.000-08:00

On Pedley Street - Brick Lane - London.

2011-12-14T00:00:00.000-08:00

On Woodseer Street - Brick Lane - London.

2011-12-13T00:00:00.000-08:00

On Shelton Street - Covent Garden - London.

2011-12-12T00:00:00.000-08:00

My two lovely friends Catherine and Sarah-Leigh after we met up for morning brunch yesterday in Covent Garden.

Mish Mash Ensemble - Brick Lane - London.

2011-12-10T00:00:00.000-08:00

Backstage Foolery - Theatreland Soho - London.

2011-12-09T00:00:00.000-08:00

New York Girl - Brick Lane - London.

2011-12-08T00:00:00.000-08:00

On Columbia Rd - London.

2011-12-07T00:00:00.000-08:00

One of the many reasons I love this job is the element of surprise when you step out your house not knowing what it is that is going to catch your eye and then you see this.

Ciggie Break - Brick Lane - London.

2011-12-06T00:00:00.000-08:00

Style Saturdays at Broadway Market - Hackney - East London.

2011-12-05T00:00:00.001-08:00

Broadway market is one of my favourite hangouts on Saturdays simply because it is akin to a runway show. Everywhere you set your eyes is a mix of the artsy east-end crowd with a few trend setters milling about in the various vintage boutiques and coffee shops. It is a great vibe and I would advise those that have not yet experienced it to visit.

And Another One From Jardin des Tuileries - Paris.

2011-12-03T00:00:00.000-08:00

Here's some advice for those of you that are venturing out for your Christmas shopping: make sure that you do not leave the house under any circumstances without pills for a migraine - trust me, you will need them later. Have yourselves a marvellous weekend!

Fashionista In A window - Paris.

2011-12-02T00:00:00.000-08:00

On another note: I find myself in a bit of a quagmire. Listen to this. So popular is the Leonardo da Vinci show at The National Gallery that tickets have now been sold out and are being flogged on eBay for tripple-digit sums (original price 16GBP).

Am I a culture vulture or a philistine? I ask this because I am in possession of one ticket and are sorely tempted to cash it in, especially when I read about the eyewatering profit you can make. I would have more than enough left to get myself a Christmas present like no other...did someone say iPad 2?

Am I sullying the name of art by throwing in my lot with the profiteering philistines? That of course, dear reader, depends on your highest offer.

On Boulevard des Capucines - Paris.

2011-12-01T00:00:00.000-08:00

Besides the brilliantly co-ordinated textures in this picture - the neon with the black leather with the white textured cotton and that strap - there is a funny story about this picture:

my sister in-law asked me how that word is pronounced after which she spent the next several minutes running around the house with my little two-year old nephew saying meow meow...

On Rue Saint-Honoré - Paris.

2011-11-30T00:00:00.000-08:00

At The Hotel Westin - Paris.

2011-11-29T00:00:00.000-08:00

On Rue de Rivoli - Paris.

2011-11-28T00:00:00.000-08:00

Head-Turners - Aldywch - London.

2011-11-26T00:00:00.000-08:00

Have yourselves a great weekend and make sure to keep warm; a little Vodka might help, but don't over do it.

Camouflage-Chic - Somerset House - London.

2011-11-25T00:00:00.000-08:00

My Buddy Mr. T - London.

2011-11-24T00:00:00.000-08:00

When we talk about consistency in one's style, Mr. T here comes to mind. Every time I see him, he's talking to me while I'm busy snapping away at what he's wearing. I have yet to see anyone do colour and detail like him.

In Congregation - At The Savoy - London.

2011-11-23T00:00:00.000-08:00

Cosy - Brick Lane - London.

2011-11-22T00:00:00.000-08:00

Shy Dude - Brick Lane - London.

2011-11-21T00:00:00.000-08:00

Winter Signals - Brick Lane - London.

2011-11-19T00:00:00.000-08:00

Layered Girl - Buxton Street - London.

2011-11-18T00:00:00.000-08:00

Shy Girl - Hanbury Street - London.

2011-11-17T00:00:00.000-08:00

I cannot put my finger on it exactly, but I had to stop this young lady here for a picture. There is a certain draw to this look. It might look dishevelled but look how cleverly she has done it.

I mean look at the colour co-ordination of the shoes and the bag, the fabric combination of that jersey underneath with the rough texture of the jacket on top and not to mention how well the proportions have been considered in terms of loosely fitting her body.

It is the just-got-out-of-bed attitude this outfit exudes that draws me to things like that - unusual beauty.

Model Girl - Bacon Street - London.

2011-11-16T00:00:00.000-08:00

Daniel - Wilkes Street - London.

2011-11-15T00:00:00.000-08:00

Cabaret Girl - Brick Lane - London.

2011-11-14T00:00:00.000-08:00

Accessory Pooch - Somerset House - London.

2011-11-12T00:00:00.000-08:00

What better way to make a fashion statement than have a cute pooch as your accessory. I'll bet my mortgage that these little guys are spoilt beyond recognition.

Have yourselves a stress-free weekend. Have you begun your Christmas shopping yet? Gift ideas, anyone?

Like-For-Like - Somerset House - London.

2011-11-11T00:00:00.000-08:00

The Flasher - London.

2011-11-10T00:00:00.000-08:00

London Style - Somerset House Courtyard.

2011-11-09T00:00:00.000-08:00

In my humble opinion, this kind of creative styling only happens in London. I'm I right? Is there something in the water...

A Mixed Ensemble - London.

2011-11-08T00:00:00.000-08:00

D.I.Y Louboutin - At Selfridges - London.

2011-11-07T00:00:00.000-08:00

If you look closely, you'll know what I'm on about - are you familiar with the saying, Fake It Till You Make It...

Two Amigos - Somerset House - London.

2011-11-05T00:00:00.000-07:00

Stateless Womens Lookbook - ASOS.

2011-11-04T00:00:00.001-07:00

I was invited back by the good folks over at Stateless Clothing to shoot their womens' lookbook for the collection that currently is on sale at ASOS. Click here to purchase.

On Boulevard Haussmann - Paris.

2011-11-03T00:00:00.000-07:00

Before Christopher Kane Show ss12 - Behind St. Paul's Church - London.

2011-11-02T00:00:00.000-07:00

A Sweet Ensemble - Somerset House - London.

2011-11-01T00:00:00.000-07:00

Don't you just love it when a colour and texture combination comes together so well such as this?

Charlotte Olympia - Couvent des Cordeliers - Paris.

2011-10-31T00:00:00.001-07:00

We begin this week and, end this month on a feline note from Charlotte Olympia outside the Giambattista Valli ss12 show a few weeks ago in Paris.

At Jardin des Tuileries - Paris.

2011-10-29T00:00:00.000-07:00

On another note: It is with great excitement that I tell you about a lookbook I shot during the summer for Stateless Clothing. For more on their collection and to purchase it, click here.

Double Denim - On the Boulevard de Bercy - Paris.

2011-10-28T00:00:00.000-07:00

Patchy - Jardins des Tuileries - Paris.

2011-10-27T00:00:00.000-07:00

At Place de la Concorde - Paris.

2011-10-26T00:00:00.000-07:00

The Watcher - Jardins des Tuileries - Paris.

2011-10-25T00:00:00.000-07:00

At Place Vendome - Paris.

2011-10-24T00:00:00.000-07:00

On Waterloo Bridge - London.

2011-10-22T00:00:00.000-07:00

Just a quick note: if there's one movie you are going to watch this weekend, let it be We Need To Talk About Kevin; Tilda Swinton is brilliant, not to mention Jasper Newell as young Kevin. Do I hear Oscar...

D.I.Y Heaven - Somerset House - London.

2011-10-21T00:00:00.000-07:00

Beautiful Foliage - Somerset House - London.

2011-10-20T00:00:00.000-07:00

That's Gotta Hurt! - Tottenham Court Road - London.

2011-10-19T00:00:00.000-07:00

Ladies, this may look fabulous BUT, for sure that's gotta hurt. Have mercy!

Joanna - Drury Lane - London.

2011-10-18T00:00:00.000-07:00

This is the lovely Joanna of mademoiselle-lala.

Portobello Saturdays - London.

2011-10-17T00:00:00.000-07:00

This little enclave in west London's Notting Hill that includes Portobello Road and Westbourne Grove is such a major tourist attraction that one can barely move especially on Saturdays. The eclectic mix of merchandise for sale attracts such a diverse range of interesting characters that give me much joy to interact with. Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you, Portobello Saturdays...

A Little Break - Jardins des Tuileries - Paris.

2011-10-15T00:00:00.000-07:00

I can only hope that you are all having a chilled-out weekend as these folks are. The unexpected rise in temperatures during fashion week brought everyone out to play at the gardens in Tuileries.

As for me, I'm off to The Museum Of Everything exhibition currently showing at Selfridges. Have yourselves a wonderful weekend.

The Essentials - Somerset House - London.

2011-10-14T00:00:00.000-07:00

Now here's a question I have been thinking about: What do hookers, drug pushers and street photographers have in common? Answer: We all hang around street corners and alleyways waiting for our prey...no?

Ha! That was meant to brighten your Friday and something to think about for the weekend.

p.s. This lovely lady did a post about me. For more, click here.

A Beautiful Mix - Somerset House - London.

2011-10-13T00:00:00.000-07:00

Outside Chloe - Jardins des Tuileries - Paris.

2011-10-12T00:00:00.000-07:00

Crystal from Nordstroms - Jardins des Tuileries - Paris.

2011-10-11T00:00:00.001-07:00

Don't you just love her simple-but-chic style? I kept an eye out for Crystal after I saw her over at the photodiarist...

On Savile Row - London.

2011-10-10T00:00:00.000-07:00

These two young men seemed like they were looking for internships on Savile Row when I run into them as one of them had a portfolio with him. I think it is safe to say that whoever ends up employing them will have a truly talented duo on their hands. I have to say, the future of British tailoring looks great. Wouldn't you agree?

At The Royal Opera House - Covent Garden - London.

2011-10-08T00:00:00.000-07:00

Time to recuperate - the fashion month is over. Wishing you all a great weekend.

A Word - Jardin des Tuileries - Paris.

2011-10-07T00:00:00.000-07:00

Paris Fashion Week - Spring/Summer 2012 - Day Nine.

2011-10-06T00:00:00.000-07:00

In case you haven't heard, the news today is that Steve Jobs lost his battle with pancreatic cancer and died yesterday. Is it a sad day. We are all affected in some way by his innovative mind.

Paris Fashion Week - Spring/Summer 2012 - Day Eight.

2011-10-05T00:00:00.000-07:00

Paris Fashion Week - Spring/Summer 2012 - Day Seven.

2011-10-04T00:00:00.000-07:00