Five Nigerian Writers to Look Out for in 2020
As we wrap up 2019, there’s something for readers who enjoy works of Nigerian writers. From this list of forthcoming books- a short story collection and 4 novels and -are 5 Nigerian writers to look out for in 2020. Iquo Dianaabasi Iquo Dianaabasi is a writer and performance poet. Her collection of poems, Symphony of […]
5 Female Fashion Items for 2020
Fashion items go beyond the perfect footwear for every occasion, the must-have black dress, and an exotic collection of jewelry. These are basics this article wouldn’t bore you with. However, you would rather get to know why you should invest in fashion items that pay more attention to your health, the changing environmental conditions, and […]
Mai Atafo is Spurring Velvets for Men’s Fashion
Fashion designer Mai Atafo is spurring the velvet material for men’s fashion. Ebuka Obi-Uchendu was recently styled in two different outfits made of the velvet: a stone-studded tuxedo for his first look and an embroidered agbada for his second; perfectly accessorized to break the black monotony. Though velvet isn’t quite an everyday menswear fabric, the […]
Eliminate Hair Product Buildup With These 3 Things
What would we do without our hair styling products? Creams, oils, gels, mousses, relaxers, shampoos, and conditioners play important roles in hair care and styling. However, a product buildup resulting from accumulated use over time can cause more harm than good. When the scalp and hair are laden with grease and residue from hair care […]
Rain Boots: Functional Fashion to Meet the Season’s Need
The peak of the rainy season is here again and to be sincere, rubber slippers do not suffice to shield our feet and legs from puddles and floods. In areas especially prone to flooding, it is common to find people wading through murky waters, above their ankles! These waters are breeding grounds for potential parasites, […]
Hair Removal Methods You Should Know
Grooming of bodily hair meets a number of needs, one of which may be for hygiene or beauty. But apart from these, cultural perceptions also define people’s choices for hair removal. Your reasons, and possibly the size of your purse, determines what methods you prefer. While there are different methods, hair removal can involve removing […]
How to Style a Midi Skirt for Every Occasion
I used to believe that skirts below knee length were a far cry from trendy. As a matter of fact, if it wasn’t mini it wasn’t smart. But the trends have changed since the come of midis. Midi skirts have stayed longer than a passing fad. Here’s how to style a midi skirt for whatever […]
What You Should Know About Sulfates in Your Shampoo
Derivatives of sulfates are common ingredients of household cleaning agents like soaps, detergents, toothpaste, shaving creams and shampoos in various concentrations. They are produced from coconut and palm oils and are responsible for removing grease and creating lather (foam bubbles) during washing. The common sulfates found in shampoos are sodium lauryl sulfate. These chemicals have […]
Kenneth Ize Is Styling the New World in Hand-Woven Aso Oke
Fashion narratives are beginning to change in Nigeria and Africa as a whole. Contemporary designers fuse locally woven fabrics and traditional motifs with unconventional styles to create talk-of-the-runway pieces. These designs are a union of global cultures, a blend of heritage and avant-gardism; this is the future of African fashion and Kenneth Ize is certain […]
Five Things You Should Know About Skin Bleaching
The skin is the largest and outermost organ of the body. It houses the body’s system and protects it from germs and harsh external factors. In addition to these, the skin’s colour plays an important role in personal identification. Melanin is the natural pigment which is responsible for the colour of the skin. Production of […]
Can You Use Your Lip Liner as an Eyeliner?
Many culprits flout the guidelines for using makeup. But while usage beyond expiry dates, sharing personal makeup tools and cleaning of brushes and pencil tips may mean no consequence to many, a few become victims of their own making. I took a little survey and found out that 6 out of 12 ladies asked think […]
7 Nigerian Kids’ Clothing Brands
Nigeria can boast of a robust availability of talented tailors and fashion designers. And while many brands keep this tradition flown at full mast within the country, a good number have enjoyed international recognition. The tailoring skill is largely becoming a coin of the realm; there is a successive increase in the number of graduates […]
Adire Designs by ‘Maki Oh’ That You’ll Love
The adire-making tradition has been in existence since the early 19th century. Famously practised by the Yorubas, the art involves creating hand-drawn patterns on fabric with resist-dye techniques. Oyo and Osun are renowned for these indigo-dyed cloths. Top Nigerian fashion brand, Maki Oh, is keeping alive this indigenous textile tradition by projecting contemporary designs with […]
Is Faux Fur the New Thing in Nigerian Fashion?
Celebrities are known to have a huge influence on fashion trends. Followers aspire to be like their role models and with thousands of these stars on the media, it isn’t a surprise, after all, to see new styles burst forth after notable events. One trend we should be on the lookout for is the faux […]
What Tops Go Well With Palazzo Trousers?
When it comes to what to wear with body-fitting trousers, they are hardly a fashion challenge. But since palazzos are wide legged trousers which flow freely down from the waist, they may be quite tricky to pair. Most people solve this puzzle by wearing tops that define the waistline. However, palazzos can go with most […]
5 Basic Shades of Red Lipstick to Own
The lips are one of the most outstanding features of the face and lipsticks accentuate them. Whether in nudes or colours, it’s only natural that the lips, like the skin, possess undertones of red. Some basic shades of this colour ought to be in the lipstick lovers’ collection because from these, one can create a […]