It’s warm weather moment and we are consciously ensuring that a repertoire of aligning outfits are sitting pretty in our closets, readying themselves for the season’s warm embrace. Slipping into convenient fits and matching designer accessories, we are ready to slay up until sometime in September when Fall season kicks...
L et’s put things straight, “what’s his is yours”. Technically, that’s not stealing. Why add items to your cart when they are sitting pretty in your man’s closet, silently beckoning on you to snatch it off and do the needful? Isn’t it ironic how certain menswear can easily blend into...
Ever since bursting onto the scene with her famous web series, “Awkward Black Girl,” in which she inundated us with laughs and sparked thoughtful discussions about race, class, and gender, Issa Rae has been so dear to many. Although the writer, producer, and director gave us a little window into...
T he month of July has been busy with an array of statement custom-made outfits week after week on our ever stylish Black celebrities and influencers as they glam up our screens. Last week was no different as these ladies went all out on fashion. Whether in couture pieces or...
Combining red with pink can be a tricky task, however, our favorite stylish celebs and influencers are effortlessly rocking the color combo. Although, a few years ago this was a huge fashion “not-to-do,” today, it’s fast becoming the new black and white. Fashion enthusiasts can argue that the origin of...
S kirts are the famed step-sister to dresses that always lurk in the corner while a good dress takes center stage. Well, things are about to change as 2021 has put the spotlight on the skirt one more time. This item of clothing is finally having a major moment, and...
Installing false lashes is tough to some people but taking proper care of the lashes is way tougher. We know for a fact that no lady would want to put a pricey lash in the waste bin after a single use. However, the number of times a pair of strip...
Diversity! This word is now almost always a daily chant, and as such, its very essence could be overlooked. In the mainstream world of stereotypes and generals, some may ask, Who needs minorities? Why embrace different? What’s the need for inclusivity? Thankfully, the swimsuit issue of Sports Illustrated magazine is...
The fashion industry is one of the most cut-throat industries out there, rife with competition and home to only a handful of truly successful innovators. It’s an industry that pays its interns little to nothing, and where regulations around freelancing are sketchy at best. Yet the fashion industry is here...
Luxury conglomerate, LVMH (Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton) has just announced that it is set to buy a majority stake in Off-White LLC for an undisclosed price. Virgil Abloh, the label’s founder and CEO, will maintain a 40 percent interest in the company while keeping his current role, with French luxury...
Now, having said that, these days I find myself gravitating to what I absolutely know that I like and being less open to experimentation, in general. Perhaps it’s because I’m getting older. Actually, check that–I’m sure that’s what it is. I’ve got less time for pure leisure so when I...
Back in the day, shapewears didn’t garner this level of attention. They were for the savvy few who felt the need to maintain an hourglass figure, while the vast majority of women were oblivious of the transformative effect of this wardrobe essential, especially after childbirth. Unfortunately or fortunately, depending on...
The pre-eminent characteristic of fashion is its ability to tug at the imagination, demanding to unlock a different level of creativity at varying points.Last week, stylish African divas pursued elegance, diversified their styles, rode on the wings of conversation-starting ensembles, and eschewed all rudimentary style out-turns. The Looks Host with...
Last week, as we said goodbye to the first half of 2021, Africa’s most stylish male celebrities showed up and showed out in looks that were personal, definitive and suave. Veteran Nigerian actor, Richard Mofe Damijo (RMD), led the pack in a neutral tone ensemble. The 60-year-old rocked a beige...
A ll season round, if you were to pick a wardrobe classic that gets you fired up, there is a huge chance that the tie would be between a trusted denim piece and a favorite footwear. Denims and shoes are an age-long fashion ride-or-die that have very well served women...
“The dress must follow the body of a woman, not the body following the shape of the dress.” ~ Hubert de Givenchy. Last week, our ever-stylish African ladies were a la mode as they shined ever so stylishly in striking fashion. Swaying in unique fabrics, asymmetric hems, and overall dripping...
F rance has always been of tremendous interest to me. I find the food, accent, fashion, and the entire Je ne sais quoi absolutely irresistible. When it comes to fashion, the French have been a recognized player for decades, and still counting, and for a fashion girl like myself, it...
Are you interested in making more money? If so, how much? A few bucks, hundreds, thousands, or millions? If you ask us, we will most likely stick to the million option. One way to generate millions of dollars is through incredible t-shirt designs. The truth is, if you spend some...
Last week, African women sprung up across the continent looking astonishing in fashion takes that we fell in love with! They showed up in elegant, edgy and ‘boyish‘ ensembles that fearlessly showcased their personalities and individual styles. From scarlet reds to fuchsia pink, three-piece pant suit, to rich embroidered dresses,...
Fashion is the microcosm of culture in all aspects. This is the reason every time fashion speaks to overcome societal trends. Overall, you can say that trends come and go, but few things regarding wardrobe-essentials last a lifetime. In other words, it’s all about basics without which no outfit is...
Picking a wedding dress is tough, but deciding on a hairstyle can be even tougher. With such an assortment of choices and an array of factors to consider, little wonder some brides-to-be turn on bridezilla mode. The perfect hairstyle for a bride is usually the sweet spot in between trend,...
Every woman loves shopping! However, difficulty in finding the right piece of outfit can make shopping tiring and challenging. And this turns out to be more applicable for plus-sized women. The latest plus-size ladies clothing has given plus-sized women myriad of options to choose from. As a result – women...
Leave the Hollywood fantasy aside, no woman wants to settle with a player. For those who don’t know, a player is the guy who fakes romantic feelings for you and numerous other ladies at the same time. And they’re unfortunately very good at it. How to know a player One...
Fashion Tends…Models…Style…Attractive Designs…Do these things entice you to make a career in fashion designing? Do you want to do something different than the traditional courses and be recognized for your creativity? If yes, then fashion industry is the right field for you. This article discusses the various parameters of fashion...
Did you fall into the impulse buying trap only to get home and regret why you made that purchase? “Gosh! It doesn’t even fit and it’s not my style, what was I thinking?” Or do you have a not-so-used piece you want to sell but lack a large network? Either...
Statement pieces, structured silhouettes, embellished details, snatched waists and impeccably laid edges defined the African fashion scene last week as the best dressed ladies served bawdy full on! From celebrities to influencers to TV personalities, their glamorous looks were absolutely welcomed considering that we’re gradually recouping from a year with...
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The fashion industry is undoubtedly undergoing some major changes and there are a lot of interesting things happening around. Specially with the global fashion starting to dominate in concept and starting to replace the things that once were the region oriented fashions, there is a lot of news everywhere. With...
Gay outfits, hearty waves of laughter, self-love…these are a few of our favorite things about summer. Once summer hits with its whimsical escape, it always seems like we’ve had it on speed dial all along. The cheese to the entire summer fashion pizza is the summer shoe trends: they give...
