FLATS, STUDS AND THANGS

Happy midweek Lovelies, how's the week treating you? Hows the weather in your area? Harmattan is here, and its a nice break form the heat; Christmas is here!

Gone are those day when ballerina pumps and other flat shoes were without fun and attitude, these days, they come in the most interesting designs. Apart from being stylishly cool, they are the most convenient and versatile plus they have the loveliest embellishments ranging from diamante to studs to pendants and so on. You can wear flats with almost anything and still turn heads; it's all about the wearer and her carriage.

The festive season is here, so many parties to attend, wouldn't want to break an ankle. Why not consider exchanging those heels for some flats? Its safer, more convenient and equally girly.

Found a few that might give you ideas as to which ones to buy if you don't already have, or if you want to get new ones

VEIL AND HENNA

Hello Lovelies, how was your weekend? Mine was fun filled; attended my best friend's wedding.

I had been looking forward to the wedding for two main reasons being that I would get to wear a veil and do laali ( Henna tattoo). It is traditional for the  Muslim bride and her friends to have the laali done as part of the ceremony. I have never had it done before so you can imagine my excitement when the henna women came to paint us!

INTRODUCING AB WEARS

Hello Lovelies, week going alright?

I would like you to meet this cool set of tees and hoodies called AB Wears. The team behind these stylish and trendy pieces also do branding of shirts, caps and shoes to name a few. 

Kindly check on some of the designs. Enjoy...

FESTIVE FLARE

Hello Lovelies, I'm so sorry for the long silence; I can promise you it is for a good cause. When the time comes, I will reveal what I have been up to.

I hope everyone is well?

I noticed that recently I have been drawn to skirts in all colours and and styles and I find myself wearing them more often. Although I love pencil and straight skirts, my absolute fav at the moment are flared skirt; either in mini , midi or maxi.

As usual, I did some digging around and came to share my findings... Enjoy

I love this skirt cos it's maxi, but just in words. Its actually a mini, the lace gives it a peek-a-boo twist that I find very interesting 

JOON CLOTHING PRESENTS EMPRESS-ION LOOKBOOK

Hello Lovelies, week going OK I hope. The complete lookbook for Joon Clothing which I mentioned earlier is finally here, check on it.

Nigerian fashion designer, June Ebube brings you her "Empress-ion" lookbook for 2014. With key shapes and silhouettes that fits the modern woman, this "ready-to-wear" lookbook allows simplicity and colour to speak.

The JOON woman of 2014 displays her confidence in simplicity and easy going nature, which is seen in the pieces and silhouettes in this collection.

PREVIEW OF EMPRESS-ION

Hello Lovelies, hows the week going?

Nigerian fashion design label Joon Clothing is offering us a sneak preview of their 2013 collection; a great way to close the year in a fashionably resounding way.

The 'Empress-ion' lookbook showcases simple, trendy yet wearable Ankara pieces for the fashion forward lady.

Here's a teaser

MUD & MINT

Hello Lovelies, its the middle of the week, which simply means we are getting closer to our aims and goals and the end of the year.

Just thought to share pictures of my current hairdo; I don't know what its called, but I call it Bororo hairstyle. My regular readers know how much I love experimenting with my hair. Anyway sha, I walked up to a neighbourhood hair salon and asked her to make this for me.

STATEMENT OF FACT

Hello Lovelies, it's a new week, the year is running to an end and there is the urge/rush to still make the year count. Many of us are still waiting for that big job, the long awaited proposal from him/her, that deal that will bring about the money to acquire that solar powered car, that awesome feeling of knowing we belong to someone special, and the list goes on.

While in the waiting room, it is necessary to look and act the part of that hardworking employee, perfect fiancee/fiance, cool person driving the cooler car or best partner ever. And in looking the part, simplicity and humility, slightly laced with some sense of style is key.

Which is why I want to introduce you to my silent but powerful friends; statement jewellery and accessories. They are the ones that give you that umph and command a second, third, well, even a fourth glance. You know how you leave the house knowing you will slay through out the day, and then someone compliments your outfit and you act all surprised like you didn't know you looked so good? Yeah, we all know the feeling.

I have done some looking around and I found a few statement accessories that drew me in and as usual, I thought to share.

TIIDII ANKARA CRAFT

Ever wondered how to make some change without having to do something illegal? You know how you want to buy that shoe desperately but don't have enough cash? Well, here's a chance to learn something that will fetch some income.

Tiidii Ankara Craft is having a training session in Lagos; you get to learn how to make bangles, neckpieces, earrings, rings, brooches, notepads, hair clips and bow ties, all for just 10k!

Although this particular training holds tomorrow, personal classes are always available.

For all enquiries,call 08038290472

PINK ACCORDION

Hello Lovelies! Hope the weekend was fun? Mine was; got to attend a wedding. Now, before you start thinking what's special about a wedding, I have a thing for weddings, just love seeing so many happy people at the same time in one place, for a good cause. Oh, and cos I love dressing up too.

FRIDAY FASHTITUDE : SHOE PORN

Hello Lovelies, hope you had a great week? The weekend is here, and what better way to celebrate the weekend than to engage in some healthy dose of shoe porn? I don't know about you, but I love me some shoessss, and I don't mind just staring at the pictures all day.

EXPRESS YOURSELF

Hello Lovelies, week going well so far I hope?

While I'm not a fan of labels being plastered all over clothes or accessories, especially when they are knock offs, a little dose of slogan or catchy phrases doesn't rub me the wrong way. 

  

PINK STAR UP FOR GRABS!

The worlds largest pink diamond will be up for your taking if you can afford it very soon ; 13th November to be exact. Great news yeah?! I know...

This rare beauty, which weighs a whooping 59.60 carats, is the largest internally flawless pink diamond that the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has ever graded.

MyUS.com NDANI US SHOPPING

Hello Lovelies, you know how you see something really cool and would love to buy but the store is in the United States?! Yeah, it has happened to us at some time or the other.

Well, I have some good news to share; all that can become history as Ndani, through Guaranty Trust Bank has found a solution to all your US shipping woes.

SUNDAY OUTFIT INSPIRATION

I put this look together, seeing as tomorrow is Sunday, and a little inspiration might be needed to help someone out there. 

I chose this dress because  it's simple yet very classy without being inappropriate. Would have been fantastic for work because of its colour, but I think the bow makes it a little too dressy. 

DIY : BLACK TIPPED PUMPS

Hello lovelies, how's the weekend coming along? 

I decided to try my hand on a few DIY projects, one of which I want to share today.

This pair of shoes caught my fancy the day I got it, but I discovered I rarely wear it, and I think its cos of lack of care use, my precious shoe started falling part (to my total dismay). Hence the resolve to have a little facelift done for my pretty beauty.

PRINTS ATTACK

Hello lovelies, hope the holidays are rosy at your end, as it's at mine?

Often times when people talk about prints, the talk is only limited to animal and/or florals, but in the real sense, prints go way past just these few ones . I will talk about some other types of prints I know, and hopefully inspire you to try other types.

Enjoy

SOMETHING OLD

Hello Lovelies, trust you are well. Barka da Sallah to all my Muslim readers

One of the perks of moving is that you discover some things you didn't remember owning. I probably made this skirt like 3 or so years ago, but cant remember ever wearing it. I like to believe it's not just me who makes or buys clothes and don't wear them for a long time.

My French Connection snake fringe necklace is from Asos , sleeveless shirt same as here.

Enjoy the holidays guys!

OMBRÉ CHIC

MY WEDDING THROUGH i-KATCHING LENS

One of the perks of having friends in high places creative friends is that they always come in handy and they do things for you , just because.  

Well, one of them is this mini album compiled for me by Busola of i-katching Emages; ain't I lucky? 

Check on them.

THE ENGAGEMENT

Hello Lovelies, it is with excitement that I type this, and in case you don't already know why, here's why; I am now to be legally known as Mrs Adesewa Babalola! This is the best news I'm sharing on here so far. I am ecstatic, and very short of words, so I will share with you some pictures from the engagement ceremony. The ones from the church and reception will follow soon.

Enjoy!

MR & MRS B PRE-WEDDING PICTURES

Hello lovelies, it's with joy in my heart that I present to you my pre wedding pictures. As some of you might know, my wedding is in a few days and to say I am excited is an understatement.

Anyway, here are some of the pictures from the shoot, had to practically force myself to limit it to two shots of each. Wouldn't want you to think I'm a show off or something, lol!

SUNDAY BEST : BIRTHDAY SPECIAL

Birthday girl

Hello Lovelies, trust the past week was a great one, and hope that this new week would be greater. To start off, let me welcome you all into the new month, I pray all good things come our way this month.

So yesterday, September 1st was really special cos it was both my sister and uncle's birthday; a good way to start the month, aye? I know....

We had a little get together right after church, and it was fun. 

Check on some of the pics

WEDDING POST : AISHA AND SHINA

Hello Lovelies, I know its been a looooonng while, and  I must confess that a lot of water has passed under the bridge, but I wont go into all that now.

While I was absent, a lot of things happened, and one of them is the wedding ceremony of my dear friend; Aisha and her boo, Shina.

Enjoy pictures from the wedding

FIRST OF ALL, INTRODUCTION

MELLOW YELLOW

LAZY TUESDAY

TAHEERAH IS 1!!!

MY ANITA QUANSAH LONDON (AQL) NECKPIECE

 Hello lovelies, trust you've been doing fantastic. I've been a little quiet for sometime now; sober times...

This post is about my Anita Quansah London (AQL) neckpiece given to me by the designer herself a while back. I've had it in mind to wear it for a long time, but as I hardly ever have time to go anywhere else apart form work, I decided to play dress up ( You know how you itch so badly to wear something new? Yeah)

This piece is from her Diffusion line; these are the range of more affordable AQL pieces for the stylish but not too opulent fashion heads.

HOUSE OF TARA EASTER PROMO

STYLE POST - COOL BEANS

STYLE POST - FRILLS & FLORALS

YCFONLINE X PAIGE CLOTHING GIVEAWAY

Hello lovelies, top of the day to you. I hope the week has been fantastic so far?

Y'all know I love goodies (or who doesn't?). So my friend YCFOnline is doing a giveaway on her blog and it is open to readers in Lagos and Abuja ( or if you are close to any of those places and know how to collect your goody if selected). 

Here is how to win this awesome Nude Oasis blazer which comes in sizes 10 & 12 (UK)

• Follow YCFOnline with Google Friend Connect or click 'Join this site' in the middle footer bar on the blog. This is absolutely compulsory!!!                     
• Like YCFOnline on facebook
• Like Paige Clothing on facebook
• Mention any item in Paige  Clothing Online store, eg Oasis Nude Blazer. PS You'll be disqualified if you write what someone has already written
• Leave a comment on this post on YCFOnline with your name,Facebook name, email address, and your answer

Giveaway is opened until 16th of March 2013 (11:59pm). Winners will be selected with random.org and announced on 17th of March

This giveaway is sponsored by Paigeclothing.com, for pocket friendly, fab and lovely women apparels.
 Follow on twitter @paigeclothing, add BBpin 28735BA0 or call 08169182981

Let me add here by saying the two lucky winners may be featured on my blog wearing the blazers stylishly so you all can see and admire.

May the lucky ladies win. Good luck!

HERBDUL'S COUTURE LOOKBOOK - GOOD, BETTER, HC

MY HAIR REGIMEN

Hello lovelies!

I'm going to keep this post as short and precise as possible (its supposed to be a reply to a comment in my last style post) - it's about my hair and the many things I do/ have done it to achieve it's present state.

I'm naturally not who you could categorize as hairy, I'm very far from that. I don't not have a long mane of hair, but I do have a hand full of it. It hasn't always been this way, my hair has always been thin and annoying; couldn't do the styles I wanted. All this changed when I went for my masters; I woke up one day and discovered my hair had gained lots of volume and strength, of course I was excited.

There and then in front of the mirror in my room, I decided to aid the growth by paying more attention to my hair. First place I went to for inspiration was of course Youtube, and boy, did I get a lot of videos and treatments and stories about what worked and didn't, myths and truths. That was when I had the real dilemma - which products to use, how often to use them, and in what quantity.

Salvation came when I went to this Jamaican salon some blocks from my place. The first thing she did was to chop off most of my hair, she said it was weak and tired :( . I wasn't too happy cos my hair was just gaining its strength, how dare she chop it all off? But it was all for a good cause, as she conditioned my hair with some concoction she refused to tell me, but which I finally got to know after several visits.

Before I go further, let me point out that this is my personal experience, which I may not guarantee would work for everyone. OK, so the secret portion my hair stylist used/ uses for my hair is:

• Egg
• Castor oil
• Shea butter
• Honey

All these ingredients mixed together into a paste (the smell isn't too nice, I must warn) were what she would lap into my hair, cover with a plastic cap and I would sit in the drier for about 30 mins. After about two visits, my hair had bounce, shine, and all the pizzazz you could think of.

Fast forward to Naija, and the weather and all, my hair isn't as lovely as it used to be, but I still do my best to keep it conditioned. For one, its lost its bounce, its always looking too limp, I'm guessing cos of the heat. 

My current hair, although it looks like dreads or curls or whatever, it is actually curls; I didn't cut my hair. Just rolled it so it looks really short, I think its appropriate for the weather. Personally I can't carry weaves for  more than 2 weeks, but with this heat, I can't guarantee carrying it for that long, hence my curls.

I am currently toying with the idea of going natural, but don't think I have the patience to pull through; its such hard work. So in the mean time, I will continue experimenting until I finally get to where I am going ( don't think I'll ever get there though, cos I don't know where. Think I'm addicted to changing hair styles).

Have a great week ahead.

KENE RAPU RESORT COLLECTION 2013

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