Alice Abdel Aziz

@aliceabdelaziz Youtube: Alice Abdel Aziz takemetowonder.com

How did you become a blogger/ social media Influencer?

Since the very first beginning of Instagram, I started to post random pictures of me not knowing that people will get attracted to my style and start following me. I was a simple girl who loves fashion and loves playing dress up with my sisters. Thus, I became one of the first people in my region to shoot my looks on the streets and tag the brands. My platform was booming, and companies started reaching out to me asking for collaborations and/or attending big events. This is when both of my sisters who are influencers as well and I started to get the attention of the media. One day, we received a phone call that changed our life, a phone call that turned us from instagrammers to reality show stars. On 2015, we had our own reality TV show on one of the biggest tv channels in the region, and we became known as “The Sisters”. Our show was the first of its kind in the Arab world thus it became the talk of the town and we were the most discussed Arab celebrities in the International media. On 2016, we won “Best Influencers” by the Murex D ‘Or - a regional award ceremony aimed to recognize achievements. Three years after the show, I launched my own blog and released my first product to the market and opened my youtube channel. Today, I have a large audience who is influenced by my style, my lifestyle, my relationship with my husband, my work and more.. I never thought that a simple account on Instagram would turn my life upside down.

What inspires you to make your posts everyday?

After being in this industry for 7 years, I feel I have a huge responsibility to keep my audience inspired by new trends, lifestyle, fashion, beauty, makeup and travel and also to share positivity around me.

How would you describe your feed in 3 words?

Exciting, trendy, lively.

Describe your favorite “fan” experience.

When my fans recreate my looks and send them to me.

How do you interact and engage with your audience?

I try to reply as much as I can to the emails, messages and DM's that I receive. I often do a Q&A on my page so my audience can know more about me. I also ask my followers for their opinions about certain things.

Tell us about your time in Kenya. What did you love most about the Getaway?

Kenya is been so far among my favorite trip. It was my first safari experience EVER ; I learned so much about animals, nature and the Maasai tribe culture. I also fell in love with the people, the beauty of this place, the food plus I enjoyed a great time with my fellow influencers.

Describe the Cottars 1920’s Safari Camp where you stayed. What was your favorite part and what made it such a unique and memorable experience?

The Safari camp was beyond my expectations. We had a wonderful time there, and felt like we are at home. From the owner, to the staff to the guides, everyone was so welcoming and so excited to show us the wild safari life. Our villa was super cozy and we had breathtaking views from every single room. My favorite part was the bush bath where I enjoyed a hot bath outside the tent while being surrounded by nature and culture.

What did you enjoy most about Hemingways Nairobi?

Everything. The hotel was simply gorgeous and our room was well designed and spacious. The service is friendly and detail oriented. A perfect place to end a safari.

What is something you have taken away from your travels in Africa?

The memories of the beautiful creatures we saw and the breathtaking wildlife experience that we enjoyed, the smiles and laughs of the Maasai people that we met. Kenya simply stole my heart.

What is something on your bucket list that you would love to accomplish in the next 5 years?

Travel as much as I can, meet new cultures. explore new adventures, grow my brand, learn a new language.

Describe a typical day off for you- how do you like to spend your free time?

Spend the whole day with my husband and my family, take my dog for a walk and having my friends come over.

What is your favorite late-night treat?

Icecream

What is your travel skincare regimen?

Drink a lot of water and moisturize. Use sunscreen always.

What Pixi lipstick shades do you tend to gravitate to?

All shades are so perfect. But my favorite shade that I was wearing everyday during this trip was the “Au Naturelle” lipstick.

What are you most looking forward to with Spring Beauty trends?

The golden glowy skin trend, the bright red lips, the metallic makeup, the pastel eyeliner.

What are some of your current favorite fashion trends?

The neon trend, the bike shorts, the big statement earrings, the snake prints, the puffer coats, the bold colorful tailoring and the sequins!

What is your current style of sunglasses that you have been wearing?

The oversized round and aviator sunglasses.

Do you have any upcoming projects that you can tell us about?

After the huge local success of Wondertan (a tanning kit that I launched 1 year ago), I am expanding to my next line which is Wonderskin starting with my body lotion that comes in 3 uniquely scented fragrances: Honey, Musk and Oud. I am also expanding regionally to have my products distributed in UAE, Qatar, KSA, Kuwait, Jordan.

What do you love most about our Mode Around the Globe Getaways?

The feel of adventure of discovering new places and cultures and meeting new people and fellow influencers and share our experiences.