Style – BellaNaija https://www.bellanaija.com Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today! Fri, 03 May 2024 22:11:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.4 The Nitty Gritties of Chioma Ikokwu’s Show-Stopping Elegance at HighTea with BellaNaija Style https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/05/chioma-ikokwu-at-hightea-with-bns/ Thu, 02 May 2024 09:02:08 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1655168 It was a major moment on Sunday evening when this video of Chioma “GoodHair” Ikokwu at High Tea with BellaNaija Style hit the internet, as fashion lovers went all agog with compliments for the fashion icon, applauding her outstanding style and consistency through the years.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared […]

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]]> It was a major moment on Sunday evening when this video of Chioma “GoodHair” Ikokwu at High Tea with BellaNaija Style hit the internet, as fashion lovers went all agog with compliments for the fashion icon, applauding her outstanding style and consistency through the years.

 

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— High Tea with BellaNaija Style is a glamorous spinoff of our Women’s Month celebration.

Chioma donned a monochromatic red look from one of her favourite African designers, Weiz Dhurm Franklyn‘s SS24 collection, featuring a red velvet, silk braided corset top paired with deconstructed pants. She paired the outfit with a red fascinator from Urez Kulture, a red bag, nude strappy sandals and luxe silver accessories.

Her hair was sleeked into a pretty ponytail with extensions from her brand — Good Hair Limited and she finished the look with a flawless glowing facebeat that she later revealed was self-made. Swipe through the carousel below to see more of her:

 

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Bellastylista: @chiomagoodhair

Outfit: @weizdhurmfranklyn

Hair: @goodhairltd

Fascinator : @urezkulture

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]]> Unveiling This Week’s Stylish Workwear Looks | Edition 211 https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/05/workwear-looks-edition-211/ Wed, 01 May 2024 20:41:57 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1655153 This edition features interesting outfits and looks for every woman and man regardless of personal style. In this edition, you’ll find all the style inspo needed for you to turn up at your office looking stylish and to stand out in the best ways possible. With style inspiration from our favourite celebrities and real-life career […]

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]]> This edition features interesting outfits and looks for every woman and man regardless of personal style. In this edition, you’ll find all the style inspo needed for you to turn up at your office looking stylish and to stand out in the best ways possible. With style inspiration from our favourite celebrities and real-life career women and men, let us inspire your style!

This is the BNStyle Workwear Series – your weekly fix of workwear fashion. Check on real career women and men with real styles below. Consider this your guide to navigating chic, workwear style whenever, wherever.

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]]> Why We Love Hilda Baci’s Minimal Fashion Statement at High Tea with BellaNaija Style https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/05/hilda-baci-at-high-tea-with-bns/ Wed, 01 May 2024 09:31:11 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1655014 Esteemed for her impeccable style and record-breaking culinary skills, sensational restauranteur and chef — Hilda Baci made a grand appearance as a keynote panellist at the second edition of High Tea with BellaNaija Style, a glamorous spinoff of our Women’s Month celebration. In decoding the “Sophisticated Elegance“ theme of the day, Hilda’s fashion stylist — Emmanuel […]

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]]> Esteemed for her impeccable style and record-breaking culinary skills, sensational restauranteur and chef — Hilda Baci made a grand appearance as a keynote panellist at the second edition of High Tea with BellaNaija Style, a glamorous spinoff of our Women’s Month celebration.

In decoding the “Sophisticated Elegance“ theme of the day, Hilda’s fashion stylist — Emmanuel Goodnews went with simplicity, the hallmark of sophistication, serving minimal fashion, typical of Hilda’s personal brand.

 

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… because we love a BellaStylista who knows and owns her style!

Dressed in a chic plaid pant set featuring a crop top and tailored trousers, Hilda rocked her signature all-back braids and soft glam, with her glossed cocoa-lined lips playing the “star of the glam”. She topped the look with a chic floral bag and dark shades.

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Won’t you stan a chef that “eats”?

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Bellastylista: @ hildabaci

Stylist: @_emmanuelgoodnews

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]]> “A Piece of Me”: Mimmi Kasu’s Bold New Collection for the Modern Woman https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/mimmi-kasu-new-collection/ Tue, 30 Apr 2024 17:23:46 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1654589 Breaking barriers and empowering women, luxury designer Mimmi Ginikachi Chima unveils her latest collection, ‘A Piece of Me.’ Hailing from Imo State, Nigeria, Mimmi Ginikachi Chima, a visionary fashion designer, has embodied creativity and resilience since a young age, igniting a profound desire to explore the world of fashion. This desire fueled the creation of […]

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]]> Mimmi Kasu's 'A piece of me' collectionBreaking barriers and empowering women, luxury designer Mimmi Ginikachi Chima unveils her latest collection, ‘A Piece of Me.’ Hailing from Imo State, Nigeria, Mimmi Ginikachi Chima, a visionary fashion designer, has embodied creativity and resilience since a young age, igniting a profound desire to explore the world of fashion. This desire fueled the creation of her latest collection, ‘A Piece of Me,’ a line designed to empower women through bold colours and statement pieces that celebrate individuality.

Fueled by passion, Mimmi pursued an additional degree in Fashion Design, seamlessly blending her degree in economics with her artistic talents. In 2019, her design prowess earned her recognition in the prestigious Nivea Nosos competition, leading to an internship with renowned designer Mai Atafo and a Rotaract prize of honour for fashion.

Bolstered by newfound expertise and entrepreneurial spirit, Mimmi boldly launched her eponymous fashion brand, Mimmi Kasu, in the same year. The label quickly gained acclaim for its distinctive designs celebrating the beauty of women from diverse cultures, fostered by strategic partnerships with reputable companies like Gtbank, Mavins Music, Filmhouse Group, and SrS Group.

Since its inception, Mimmi Kasu’s label has captured the hearts of renowned figures like Sarah Jakes, Dapper Dan-Harlem, Melie Tiacoh, and more. The latest collection, ‘A Piece of Me,’ features powerful women in Nigeria, including Nollywood star Shaffy Bello and Media magnet Morayo Brown, garnering global recognition for its distinctive designs celebrating powerful women of diverse cultures.

With “A Piece of Me,” Mimmi Kasu breaks away from conventional fashion. The collection infuses resilience and empowerment into the very fabric, creating garments that represent a woman’s transformative journey. Each piece embodies her strength, struggles, and triumphs.

Mimmi Kasu’s latest collection, “A Piece of Me,” pushes the boundaries of fashion design. The collection’s focus on resilience and empowerment resonates with women seeking to express their individuality. Kasu’s ongoing influence on the fashion industry and her commitment to positive change have the potential to leave a lasting impact.

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]]> How Africa’s Power Women Slayed The Sophisticated Elegance Theme at High Tea with BellaNaija Style https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/guests-looks-high-tea-with-bns/ Tue, 30 Apr 2024 14:08:52 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1654915 Hey BellaStylistas, we have wrapped up BellaNaija Style Women’s Month in grand style with the second edition of High Tea With BNS — an exclusive celebration of leading women on the fashion, beauty, media, cuisine, and lifestyle scene in 2024. We partnered with eco-conscious brands MAC Cosmetics and Nestlé Pure Life as well as pro-women […]

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]]> Hey BellaStylistas, we have wrapped up BellaNaija Style Women’s Month in grand style with the second edition of High Tea With BNS — an exclusive celebration of leading women on the fashion, beauty, media, cuisine, and lifestyle scene in 2024.

We partnered with eco-conscious brands MAC Cosmetics and Nestlé Pure Life as well as pro-women Mercedes-Benz/Weststar and TRACE for this 2024 edition. The event also celebrated the incredible women who made our month-long digital festival a success. This year’s High Tea promoted the importance of sustainability and conscious consumption.

Our distinguished guests showcased their vibrant personalities through stunning fashion spectacles in tune with the “Sophisticated Elegance” theme of the day. Here is how these amazing women showed up to High Tea With BellaNaija Style:

Chioma Ikokwu in Weiz Dhurm Franklyn

 

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Idia Aisien in Oríré

 

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Rewa Ugoji

 

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Onyeka Ugwu in Coperni

 

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Aylor in Imad Eduso

 

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Ini Dima-Okojie in MSO LAGOS

 

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Sophia Ike-Onu in T5S

 

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Bibi Adeniyi in Lady Biba

 

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Ink Balogun

 

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Anita Adetoye

 

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Lade Lois & Amaka Oguike

 

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Derin Fabikun

 

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Mimi Onalaja

 

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Hilda Baci

 

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Mary Edoro

 

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Uche Pedro in Zephans & C0

 

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]]> Recare, Creators of Natures Gentle Touch, Host 13th Annual Natural Hair Workshop https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/recare-natures-gentle-touch/ Tue, 30 Apr 2024 11:45:30 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1654884 Recare, makers of Nature’s Gentle Touch range, and the only hair care brand formulated for African women, recently held the 13th edition of the Natural Hair Workshop. The event, which was attended by beautiful women wearing their natural hair held at the Nature Gentle Touch Hair Institute in GRA, Ikeja. According to Chijioke Anaele, the […]

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]]> Recare, makers of Nature’s Gentle Touch range, and the only hair care brand formulated for African women, recently held the 13th edition of the Natural Hair Workshop. The event, which was attended by beautiful women wearing their natural hair held at the Nature Gentle Touch Hair Institute in GRA, Ikeja.

According to Chijioke Anaele, the CEO of the company, the objective was to guide and educate the participants on the challenges, solutions and benefits of wearing their natural hair to empower them and also further embrace their unique sense of style.

Natures Gentle Touch, a top natural hair care brand in Nigeria is positioned to empower women through beauty and style knowledge. The company has in the market the Monoi Oil Range for Natural hair, which is designed to clean, detangle hair, retain moisture, eliminate dryness of hair and allow for easy manageability.

Looking for the right hair care brand as well as a successful guide to your hair growth journey, we are available to empower you to unleash your style via our social media platforms @naturesgentletouch on Instagram, Facebook, X and TikTok.

You can also visit them at Nature’s Gentle Touch Hair Institute 22, Oduduwa Way Ikeja GRA.

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]]> Impact and Exclusive Collaborations: Meet the Extraordinary Partners of High Tea with BellaNaija Style 2024 https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/high-tea-with-bns2024-partners/ Sat, 27 Apr 2024 09:30:52 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1654554 Hi BNers, we are excited as we countdown to the 2nd edition of High Tea with BellaNaija Style! As we have one day to this grand event, we are happy to unveil the incredible brands joining forces with BellaNaija Style for this year’s High Tea – a prestigious event celebrating phenomenal women who are shaping […]

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]]> Hi BNers, we are excited as we countdown to the 2nd edition of High Tea with BellaNaija Style! As we have one day to this grand event, we are happy to unveil the incredible brands joining forces with BellaNaija Style for this year’s High Tea – a prestigious event celebrating phenomenal women who are shaping the future of fashion, beauty, and lifestyle in Nigeria!

More than just an afternoon of exquisite high tea delicacies and inspiring conversations, High Tea with BNS is a platform for empowerment. This year, we’re partnering with:

MAC Cosmetics: A global leader in beauty, committed to diversity, self-expression, and high-quality products. Get ready for a #MACXimal experience with makeup demos, beauty games, and the chance to explore your unique beauty with expert artists! We encourage guests to explore MAC’s Back-to-MAC program and their latest recyclable options for lipstick tube returns, giving used packaging a second life and contributing to a more sustainable future.


Nestlé’s Pure Life: Our official hydration partner, reminding us that inner beauty and wellness go hand-in-hand. Guests will stay hydrated throughout the event with Pure Life, sustainability champions. All water bottles used during the event will be taken back to Pure Life factories for recycling, aligning with their latest sustainability goals.

Mercedes-Benz/Weststar: Adding a touch of luxury and elegance, perfectly aligned with the empowering spirit of High Tea with BNS.

TRACE: Our media partner, amplifying the voices of phenomenal women and ensuring the event’s impact resonates far beyond the attendees.

Together with these amazing partners, we’ll create an unforgettable experience that empowers, inspires, and connects.

Mark your calendars! Sunday, April 28th is the day to celebrate the power of women.

Stay tuned for more exciting details about the event and the phenomenal women we’ll be honouring!

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]]> Mastering Sophisticated Elegance for High Tea with BellaNaija Style 2024 https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/style-guide-for-high-tea-with-bns-2024/ Sat, 27 Apr 2024 09:17:41 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1654551 Calling all #BNers! As a wrap-up to the BellaNaija Style Women’s Month, we’re thrilled to invite you to a one-of-a-kind High Tea soiree – the perfect finale to our month-long celebration of phenomenal women. For the first edition, our theme was “Daytime Chic“, a comfy style with a chic twist. Think bright or pastel colours, […]

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]]> Calling all #BNers! As a wrap-up to the BellaNaija Style Women’s Month, we’re thrilled to invite you to a one-of-a-kind High Tea soiree – the perfect finale to our month-long celebration of phenomenal women.

For the first edition, our theme was “Daytime Chic“, a comfy style with a chic twist. Think bright or pastel colours, not just in dresses but in suits, jumpsuits, or simply a blazer. For that extra touch of polish add fabulous accessories to elevate the look. Our guests showed out in style.

 

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This year, we are going with “Sophisticated Elegance“ as the theme for you to channel your inner fashion icon. Think chic mini/tea-length dresses, tailored sets, elegant suits, and loose-fitting garments.

Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone with vibrant colours and don’t forget a touch of glamour with your favourite hat or statement jewellery. Ensure you can flow freely while you have captivating conversations and indulge in all the delicious treats we have planned for you.

Ready to plan your perfect ensemble? Keep scrolling to gather inspiration for your 2024 lewk to High Tea with BellaNaija Style. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

 

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]]> Osas Ighodaro Stunned on the 2024 Times100 Red Carpet | See More Looks https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/red-carpet-looks-2024times-100-gala/ Fri, 26 Apr 2024 12:52:26 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1654424 Yesterday, The Times hosted a gala at New York City’s Jazz at Lincoln Center to celebrate the annual Time 100 list. This prestigious list, compiled by Time magazine, recognises 100 of the world’s most influential leaders across various fields like film, music, and sports. The 2024 honorees include prominent figures like Burna Boy, William Ruto, […]

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Yesterday, The Times hosted a gala at New York City’s Jazz at Lincoln Center to celebrate the annual Time 100 list.

This prestigious list, compiled by Time magazine, recognises 100 of the world’s most influential leaders across various fields like film, music, and sports. The 2024 honorees include prominent figures like Burna Boy, William Ruto, Siya Kolis, Kennedy Odede, Lesley Naa Norle Lokko, Frank Mugisha, Julienne Lusenge, Dua Lipa, Taraji P. Henson, Patrick Mahomes, and Yulia Navalnaya.

The night wasn’t just about honouring achievements; the red carpet was a showcase of beautiful looks from the honourees and guests.

Actress and television host, Osas Ighodaro, stunned on the red carpet in a striking blue two-piece by Nigeria’s fashion brand, Dorhann By Hannah.

 

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Taraji P. Henson

 

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Fantasia Barrino

 

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Patrick and Brittany Mahomes

 

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Dua Lipa

 

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Kylie Minogue

 

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]]> A Stylish Soiree Returns: Get Ready For A Stylish Sunday With High Tea with BellaNaija Style https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/high-tea-with-bellanaija-style-2/ Thu, 25 Apr 2024 07:39:27 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1654206 Hi BNers, our premium gathering of the top women in the fashion, beauty, and lifestyle scene is back for its 2nd edition! High Tea with BellaNaija Style is a glamorous off-shoot of our annual BellaNaija Style Women’s Month Digital Festival which celebrates the incredible women shaking things up in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle. From insightful #BNSConvos […]

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]]> Hi BNers, our premium gathering of the top women in the fashion, beauty, and lifestyle scene is back for its 2nd edition!

High Tea with BellaNaija Style is a glamorous off-shoot of our annual BellaNaija Style Women’s Month Digital Festival which celebrates the incredible women shaking things up in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle. From insightful #BNSConvos to empowering shoutouts for female-owned businesses, an IWD Lunch with choice BellaStylista guests and several giveaways, March was all about recognizing and amplifying female voices.

Get ready to be inspired! This year’s High Tea with BellaNaija Style will be an exclusive celebration of the phenomenal women who have made a significant impact on empowering other women through their projects, initiatives, or campaigns so far in 2024 and the amazing women who made #BNSWomensMonth24 a success.

This year’s activities will be more fun as we will mark the day with MAC Cosmetics. The global cosmetics brand commits to diversity, self-expression, and high-quality products making them a dream partner for celebrating confident and stylish women. This event allows us to create an exceptional #MACXimal experience where guests can explore their unique beauty and all

We will also spotlight Nestlé Pure Life – our official hydration partner for this event. What’s High Tea in Lagos without hydration? The activities of the day will prove that beauty does go hand-in-hand with wellness and hydration.

It will be an elegant afternoon featuring inspiring conversations, empowerment, unforgettable connections and fabulous fashion moments!

The event is strictly by invitation, but, our stellar team will be on the ground to capture and bring you all the fun during the day.

PS: There will be some exciting gifts to be won online during the event. So make sure you don’t miss out.

Follow the festivities with the hashtag #HighTeaWithBNS.

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]]> Check Out This Week’s Chic Workwear Looks | Edition 210 https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/workwear-looks-edition-210/ Wed, 24 Apr 2024 14:41:22 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1654186 This edition features interesting outfits and looks for every woman and man regardless of personal style. In this edition, you’ll find all the style inspo needed for you to turn up at your office looking stylish and to stand out in the best ways possible. With style inspiration from our favourite celebrities and real-life career […]

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This is the BNStyle Workwear Series – your weekly fix of workwear fashion. Check on real career women and men with real styles below. Consider this your guide to navigating chic, workwear style whenever, wherever.

For more workwear inspiration on Instagram, tap the Follow button @BellaNaijaStyle.

 

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]]> Bella Okagbue’s Metallic Serve in Desiree Iyama SS24 at #DASH24 https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/bella-okagbue-in-desiree-iyama/ Wed, 24 Apr 2024 14:33:46 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1654181 Reality TV star – Bella Okagbue made a fashion statement yet again at the #DASH24 wedding in this silver dress from Desiree Iyama called the Viola dress from the brand’s recently released Spring/Summer 2024 collection. According to the brand, the dress is “inspired by the Viola flower which symbolises mystical awareness, inspiration, profuseness, humility and […]

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]]> Reality TV star – Bella Okagbue made a fashion statement yet again at the #DASH24 wedding in this silver dress from Desiree Iyama called the Viola dress from the brand’s recently released Spring/Summer 2024 collection.

According to the brand, the dress is “inspired by the Viola flower which symbolises mystical awareness, inspiration, profuseness, humility and sovereignty.”

The dress features polyurethane leather, a fitted bodice, and petal detailing at the chest. Wearing matching silver accessories, she paired the look with chic glam and neatly braided cornrows that perfectly accentuated her face.

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Bellastylista: @bellaokagbue
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Shoes: @aminamauddi

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]]> Bubu Ogisi Gets Real About Fashion and Business In This New Culture Custodian Series| WATCH https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/bubu-ogisi-on-business-and-booze/ Mon, 22 Apr 2024 12:00:24 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1653921 Lagos-based fashion designer and founder of IAMISIGO, Bubu Ogisi sits with Business and Booze host Koye ‘K10’ Kekere-Ekun to provide insight on running her Lagos-based fashion label dedicated to preserving ancestral textile techniques and provides insights into her entrepreneurial journey as she shares her challenges and triumphs in the fashion industry. Known for her commitment […]

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]]> Lagos-based fashion designer and founder of IAMISIGO, Bubu Ogisi sits with Business and Booze host Koye ‘K10’ Kekere-Ekun to provide insight on running her Lagos-based fashion label dedicated to preserving ancestral textile techniques and provides insights into her entrepreneurial journey as she shares her challenges and triumphs in the fashion industry.
Known for her commitment to preserving ancestral textile techniques, Bubu Ogisi shares her journey as a fashion designer deeply rooted in spirituality. She discusses the challenges of navigating the industry while staying true to her beliefs and how she copes with going against the norm.

According to the fashion designer, she says:

I studied Computer Science during my undergraduate studies and proceeded to do a master’s in Fashion Business in Paris. I wanted to figure out the actual business aspect of fashion because it is the difficult part that many creatives don’t understand and it is the only way to be sustainable. Communication, strategy and marketing are the important aspects of doing business as a creative. If you don’t understand that, you get a lot of people failing and moving on to other things without being consistent.

From her innovative approach to design to her unwavering dedication to cultural heritage, Bubu provides unique insights into the fashion landscape, offering inspiration for entrepreneurs carving their paths.

You cannot just stumble on the business part of your creative business. I grew up across Lagos, London and Accra and moved to Paris where they didn’t speak English and I had to understand how to not stay back there and contribute to their society. I wanted to come back to contribute to my society and continent. It was more important for me to come back here and impact what I had learnt.

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]]> BellaNaija Style Gifted Two Followers An Awe-Inspiring Makeover Session | WATCH https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/bellanaija-style-gifted-two-followers-a-makeover-session-watch/ Sun, 21 Apr 2024 16:45:32 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1653872 BellaNaija Style partnered with NIVEA in March which is significant for being Women’s History Month to celebrate the incredible women who make our world a more beautiful place. As part of the fifth year celebration for the annual BellaNaija Style Women’s Month activities, we had the privilege of celebrating two exceptional BellaNaija Style followers, Success […]

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]]> BellaNaija Style partnered with NIVEA in March which is significant for being Women’s History Month to celebrate the incredible women who make our world a more beautiful place. As part of the fifth year celebration for the annual BellaNaija Style Women’s Month activities, we had the privilege of celebrating two exceptional BellaNaija Style followers, Success Orakwe and Adaeze Ogbu, with an unforgettable experience as we wrapped up the #BNSWomensMonth. 

These women began their bond and friendship at the university and they were randomly selected for a full luxurious makeover session, complete with pampering, expert makeup, and a stunning photoshoot.

Success is a multifaceted professional with expertise in geology, content creation, cybersecurity, and skincare, and embodies the power of self-confidence. Adaeze is a geophysicist with a love for dance, UI/UX design, and content creation, who showcases the beauty of diversity.

The true beauty of these women transcends their achievements, their friendship is a testament to the power of uplifting and celebrating each other. Their laughter and genuine warmth filled the room throughout the makeover, a beautiful reminder that true beauty radiates from within.

This makeover wasn’t just about achieving flawless makeup (though the results were undeniably gorgeous!). It was about celebrating the unique beauty of each woman and empowering them to confidently own their radiant selves. NIVEA products played a key role in creating a healthy, glowing canvas for the makeup artist to work her magic. Success, the skincare influencer lays emphasis on the fact that true beauty comes from understanding your skin’s needs and prioritizing self-care.

This makeover session wasn’t just a treat for Success and Adaeze; it was a way for BellaNaija Style to show appreciation for our amazing audience. You, our #BellaStylistas, are the heart and soul of our community.

Don’t forget to check out the stunning content from the makeover session on our Instagram page @bellanaijastyle.

Watch the full makeover video below:

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]]> Kefilwe Mabote Will Inspire Your Weekend Style in This Chic #OOTD https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/kefilwe-mabote-in-this-chic-ootd/ Sat, 20 Apr 2024 19:59:26 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1653869 Award-winning digital creator and one of our favourite SA #Bellastylistas Kefilwe Mabote is giving us premium boss chic feels in this neutral-toned jumpsuit. Exuding chic sophistication, she wears this jumpsuit with subtle yet striking details including a flattering sweetheart neckline, delicate cut-outs around the belt area that add a touch of modern flair and a […]

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]]> Award-winning digital creator and one of our favourite SA #Bellastylistas Kefilwe Mabote is giving us premium boss chic feels in this neutral-toned jumpsuit. Exuding chic sophistication, she wears this jumpsuit with subtle yet striking details including a flattering sweetheart neckline, delicate cut-outs around the belt area that add a touch of modern flair and a strategically placed slit around the leg area for a bit of drama. Giving this outfit choice a pop of colour, she rocks it with white stiletto pump heels.

Paired with minimalist accessories, bob hairdo hair and neutral-toned makeup with dramatic eyeliner, this look is the epitome of contemporary chic fashion.

 

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Bellastylista: @kefilwe_mabote
Outfit: @rokhofficial @hm

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]]> Timini Egbuson is One Stylish Man in This Embroidered Ejiro Amos-Tafiri Set https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/timini-egbuson-ejiro-amos-tafiri/ Fri, 19 Apr 2024 12:02:05 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1653668 Nollywood star Timini Egbuson always looks dapper, today is no different in this Kandi set designed by Ejiro Amos-Tafiri. The renowned designer is known for her timeless pieces and craftsmanship when creating his outfits. The outfit, a perfect blend of elegance and modern flair, showcased his impeccable fashion sense. Styled by David Yomo, he rocked […]

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]]> Nollywood star Timini Egbuson always looks dapper, today is no different in this Kandi set designed by Ejiro Amos-Tafiri. The renowned designer is known for her timeless pieces and craftsmanship when creating his outfits. The outfit, a perfect blend of elegance and modern flair, showcased his impeccable fashion sense.

Styled by David Yomo, he rocked the black embroidered set which consists of wide-cut pants and a sweater which perfectly flattered his silhouette. He paired this outfit with Chelsea boots and opted for beaded pieces for his accessories.

 

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Muse: @_timini

Outfit: @ejiroamostafiri

Stylist:  @yomo_daj

Photo: @ryanonifoto_

Video: @thesharonnonye

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]]> Here is What We Know About Toke Makinwa’s New Fragrance Collection https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/toke-makinwas-new-fragrance-collection/ Fri, 19 Apr 2024 08:40:28 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1653642 We can’t deny that style star Toke Makinwa is a multi-talented and multi-passionate entrepreneur.  Most recently, she announced a partnership to expand her skincare line “Glow by TM” and continues to make great strides with her fashion brand TM-Luxury and now a beauty line called Toke Makinwa Beauty. Gearing to launch on the 28th of […]

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]]> We can’t deny that style star Toke Makinwa is a multi-talented and multi-passionate entrepreneur.  Most recently, she announced a partnership to expand her skincare line “Glow by TM” and continues to make great strides with her fashion brand TM-Luxury and now a beauty line called Toke Makinwa Beauty. Gearing to launch on the 28th of April, Toke Makinwa has released the first official shots for her fragrance collection called “Dive” and “Vogue” a unisex fragrance

 

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Sharing the details of the fragrance in an Instagram post, she said;

Let’s get to know Dive shall we?????
DIVE. Eau de Parfum is a distinguished fragrance of power created to tease your entire sensory experience with pink pepper, blackcurrant and grapefruit as opening notes. In the heart of the perfume are rose, jasmine, asparagus and pineapple for an irresistible experience and cedar, vanilla, amber and patchouli finish off this work of art.
Your everyday scent,
Floral but with a tinge of Soice
Comes in 100ml and it smell delicious.
Are you ready to take a Dive? 04/28/24

 

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Sharing the details for the Vogue fragrance in an Instagram post, she said:

Let’s get to know Vogue shall we????
VOGUE. Extrait de Parfum is a blend of amber, woody, saffron and floral scents to create a seductive fragrance. This Extrait de Parfum starts with a floral light as air sweetness; jasmine blossoms. Then it opens to a sensual rush of woody, musk and amber as a base note to add warmth that softly floats on the skin. Extrait de Parfum
A very sensual scent. This is the Wild card
Are you in Vogue????? 04/28/24

 

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Bellastylista: @tokemakinwa for @tokemakinwabeauty

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]]> The Workwear Looks BN Style Editors Are Loving This Week | Edition 209 https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/workwear-looks-edition-209/ Wed, 17 Apr 2024 10:55:06 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1653423 This edition features interesting outfits and looks for every woman and man regardless of personal style. In this edition, you’ll find all the style inspo needed for you to turn up at your office looking stylish and to stand out in the best ways possible. With style inspiration from our favourite celebrities and real-life career […]

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]]> This edition features interesting outfits and looks for every woman and man regardless of personal style. In this edition, you’ll find all the style inspo needed for you to turn up at your office looking stylish and to stand out in the best ways possible. With style inspiration from our favourite celebrities and real-life career women and men, let us inspire your style!

This is the BNStyle Workwear Series – your weekly fix of workwear fashion. Check on real career women and men with real styles below. Consider this your guide to navigating chic, workwear style whenever, wherever.

For more workwear inspiration on Instagram, tap the Follow button @BellaNaijaStyle.

 

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]]> Nadeema Mthini’s Serves Chic Sophistication in This Rosette Choker https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/nadeema-mthinis-in-rosette-choker/ Wed, 17 Apr 2024 07:35:02 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1653341 Digital creator Nadeema Mthini‘s latest look gives us a classic fashion inspiration that effortlessly blends trends with sophistication. The influencer is known for her easy-to-recreate style that stands out every time. For her latest pose on the ‘gram, she dons an all-black outfit that consists of a chic oversized blazer draping gracefully over her frame, […]

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]]> Digital creator Nadeema Mthini‘s latest look gives us a classic fashion inspiration that effortlessly blends trends with sophistication. The influencer is known for her easy-to-recreate style that stands out every time.

For her latest pose on the ‘gram, she dons an all-black outfit that consists of a chic oversized blazer draping gracefully over her frame, paired with a full-length satin skirt and a bold black rosette choker. The rosette choker trend has been the rave from runways to street style since summer 2023 and always adds a touch of elegance to any look. Nadeema finishes off the outfit with simple stud earrings, a sleek hairdo and soft makeup consisting of bold red lips for a pop of colour.

 

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Bellastylista: @dimamthini
Choker: @hm
Blazer: @zara
Skirt: @poetrystores
Photo: @sphewato_media

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]]> Kanekalon ACTIV8 Naija Season 4 Grand Finale Was a Night of Glamour, Talent, and Inspiration https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/activ8-naija-season-4/ Tue, 16 Apr 2024 14:12:51 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1652872 Written by Jeffrey Sefakor

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]]> Kanekalon Activ8 Naija Season 4 winnersKanekalon’s Activ8 Naija season 4 finale was nothing short of a glamorous, A-listed event, captivating audiences and leaving an indelible impression on all who attended. Held at the iconic Watercress Event Center, Lagos Nigeria, this year’s grand finale was the culmination of an exhilarating 8-week challenge that had everyone on the edge of their seats and glued to their screens.

Kanekalon’s Activ8 is a CSR initiative between its partners namely Xpression, Darling, and Mirron which focuses on discovering, developing, and empowering young female creatives and content creators through a series of intensive but very interesting weekly quests intended to juice out creativity and unravel hidden potentials among these bold women.

From the outset, it was clear that Activ8 Naija season 4 was going to be something special because it was the first time the organizers decided to focus on what is arguably now the fastest-growing hub for content creators – Nigeria. The competition, which assembled 50 interested and passionate selected ladies from the length and breadth of Nigeria, was unlike anything we’d seen before.

With every week’s challenges designed to push the contestants to their limits and updates, the Activ8 videos were a thriller to watch every week. From viral total makeovers to African-themed bridal looks, all the way to stories of impact and grand ball looks, each task unlocked a new level of the contestants’ creativity and ingenuity in new and exciting ways.

However, it was the grand finale that truly stole the show. With the top 5 finalists vying for the coveted title of Activ8 Queen, tensions were running high as the contestants prepared to showcase their final work to the hundreds of eager guests made up of partners of Kanekalon, friends, and families of the contestants, including well-wishers and fans. The “Belle of the Ball” challenge, in particular, was a sight to behold, with each finalist pushing the boundaries of hair fashion to create truly breathtaking looks.

Kanekalon Activ8 Naija Season 4After a beautiful presentation of all 5 finale videos by the contestants who came up to answer questions posed by the sensational MC VoiceofSteph just before their video was previewed, Victoria Ogbu, popularly referred to as Vee in the competition emerged victorious in the end. Her outstanding video received loud cheers, a standing ovation from some members of the audience, and great remarks from the judges to earn her a spot above the others as Activ8 Queen.

She won 5000 USD cash for her personal use as well as to support her dreams, with the addition of products and gifts from all 3 partners of Kanekalon. Adewale Karimo known in the competition as Kahris emerged as the 1st runner-up walking home with 2000 USD and products from Kanekalon partners.

Narrowly securing her spot to complete the top trio was Jumbo Richard, stage named Telmsss, emerging as the 2nd runner-up with a cash win of 1000 USD and gifts and products from Darling, Xpression, and Mirron.

Kanekalon Activ8 Naija Season 4The event itself was a feast for the senses, with dazzling hair shows, electrifying musical performances, and plenty of surprises along the way. The Marketing Executive of Kaneka and one of the project leads from the company, Laura Mills, who also gave the opening address for the event, was very elated about the turnout of events and did not hide her excitement about the choice of the winner as well as the success of Activ8.

She reiterated Kanekalon’s commitment to not just the beauty of women but also to their all-round development, and Activ8 is just one of the platforms to amplify this mission. She was grateful to all partners of the brand as well as Invictus Global for brilliantly managing this project and production. She encouraged people to follow the Kanekalon page (@Bekanekalon) for more updates and exciting projects coming up, including a very much possible Activ8 season 5.

As the curtain fell on another unforgettable season of Activ8, it was clear that Kanekalon had once again succeeded in its mission to inspire and empower young women. The rerun of the entire Activ8 project from the first task to the live stream of the finale can be watched on their official Youtube page, @Kanekalonglobal.

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]]> Envisioning the ‘Garden of Eden’ the Nigerian Way Inspired Banke Kuku’s Latest Collection, Creative Director Reveals | WATCH https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/banke-kuku-bns-exclusive/ Mon, 15 Apr 2024 17:30:15 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1653081 African designers are shaping the world, bringing fresh creativity, vibrance, and aesthetics to the fashion scene. Inspired by the scenery of the motherland (Africa), designers like Banke Kuku-Lawson are commanding attention at home and abroad with their innovative pieces and irresistible style. Fondly called Printess Banke, a nickname inspired by her passionate love for prints, […]

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]]> African designers are shaping the world, bringing fresh creativity, vibrance, and aesthetics to the fashion scene. Inspired by the scenery of the motherland (Africa), designers like Banke Kuku-Lawson are commanding attention at home and abroad with their innovative pieces and irresistible style.

Fondly called Printess Banke, a nickname inspired by her passionate love for prints, her brilliant mind for conceptualizing beautiful patterns, and her exceptional skills at creating them, this Central Saint Martins (CSM) alumna is carving her own niche in the global fashion print and pattern market share.

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Born in Nigeria in the 1980s Banke Kuku moved to the United Kingdom at eight (8). She graduated from Central St Martins College at age 19 and then Chelsea College of Art and Design, gaining a Bachelor’s degree in Textiles. Her work has been heavily influenced by the cultural fusion between the country of her birth (Nigeria) and the country where she spent her formative years (the UK).

Scroll to the end to watch our one-on-one conversation with Banke Kuku

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Banke is a textile artist who has significantly impacted fashion, textile, and interior design as the creative director at Africa’s leading luxe brand — Banke Kuku (launched in 2011), known for its one-of-a-kind print collections and its exploration of the rich African culture while embracing modern design sensibilities thus, projecting our beautiful heritage to her global audience.

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Before launching her eponymous brand, Banke Kuku acquired invaluable experience working at various international fashion houses including the leading interior company — Designers Guild, assisting with fabric design for the Royal collection showcased at Buckingham Palace in 2010.

This led her to introduce the interior arm of her brand in 2013 drawing in orders from internationally esteemed clients such as Selfridges, Bazar et Grande Manger Tokyo, and more.

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Her fashion collections have garnered applause for their vibrant colours, interesting textile patterns, and harmonious blend of traditional and modern elements.

Banke Kuku pieces have been seen on stars from Naomi Campbell, Lupita Nyong’o, and Michelle Obama to Tiwa Savage, Jackie Aina, and Chioma “GoodHair” Ikokwu.

In this new BellaNaija Style interview with Printess Banke, she revealed the unique thinking that birthed her timeless EDEN collection and what’s next for Banke Kuku.

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The fun doesn’t stop here, visit www.bellanaijastyle.com for more on African fashion and lifestyle now!

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]]> Joyce Jacob, Clara Chizoba Kronborg & Ink Balogun Define ‘Success in 2024’ on #BNSCONVOS Finale | WATCH https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/what-success-means-in-2024/ Mon, 15 Apr 2024 12:00:37 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1653055 If you have been following the BellaNaija Style Women’s Month campaigns and our weekly LIVE conversations #BNSCONVOS, you can agree that each session has been insightful with the spotlight on amazing women sharing lessons from their journey with us. Hosted by BellaNaija Style‘s Lade Adisa, the finale was just as amazing with three (3) outstanding […]

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]]> If you have been following the BellaNaija Style Women’s Month campaigns and our weekly LIVE conversations #BNSCONVOS, you can agree that each session has been insightful with the spotlight on amazing women sharing lessons from their journey with us.

Hosted by BellaNaija Style‘s Lade Adisa, the finale was just as amazing with three (3) outstanding African women joining us to discuss the topic: “What Does Success Mean to Women in 2024?”

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When Lade asked Ink Balogun, a pioneer in Nigeria’s digital media industry who has led Aso Ebi Bella (asoebibella.com) since 2017 and recently launched the indigenous 234 Games (234games.co):  “As the leader of a successful online community, we know that you see a lot of GenZ and millennial women challenging traditional narratives of success. What are you seeing now in areas like entrepreneurship and social impact?”

She said:

I’m just really happy to celebrate Nigerian women, our resilience, our focus, and our determination are unmatched. We are top-tier! We set trends that the whole world follows and adopts eventually.

In the space of entrepreneurship, I see women of different ages find new outlets for creativity and that is really inspiring. I mean look at Veekee James, Hilda Baci, and I don’t even think they are 30… We have new voices coming out everyday.

Also for older people, if you feel your time has passed, that is not true, there is always time to reinvent the wheel and to pick up your inspiration. Nigerian women inspire me because we are setting the trend, we are the prototype!

When Clara Chizoba Kronborg, an award-winning media & social entrepreneur was asked to share some strategies she has used to overcome societal expectations and achieve success on her own terms seeing that she’s broken barriers in terms of media ownership, she said:

First of all, success is very subjective, it’s about being very authentic and as a Nigerian/African woman living in the diaspora, where you have to really own who you are 100% to be able to thrive and be able to have a strong voice and express yourself in the way that it should be.

How have I done that? It’s honestly by being myself and realising who I am: who is Clara? what’s your purpose, and what are you put on this earth to do? The moment I realised that, I knew that the only way for me to navigate that is to stay true to my person so that I don’t have to apologise when I walk into a room. I need you to see that this is me, this is all of me, and you’d take it as it comes.

The moment I embraced my personality, it made things a lot easier. I also leveraged networking to be honest and when you are authentic, people know when you are fake, people can see through your boo ha ha… Build a strong reliable network!

For the media work that I do, I’d honestly say it’s the team and the work they put in. I’ve been able to build a strong team who believe in my vision and I cannot thank them enough for it… Everything that I’ve built and leveraged so far I got from being true to myself, knowing who I am, and just holding fast to it.

When Joyce Jacob, a renowned Celebrity Makeup Artist with an eye for striking yet subtle makeup looks and the Director of Hair & Makeup for the 2nd season of Netflix‘s glamorous hit reality series YOUNG, FAMOUS & AFRICAN, was asked to share how she defines success for herself within the very diverse and saturated beauty industry, seeing that her career path highlights the need for artistic expression and career branding, she said:

For me, success is getting to the place where you are comfortable. When I say comfortable, I mean comfortable in your craft, comfortable in your talent, and comfortable in what you have to offer to the world…

Success is when you don’t have to work too hard. You know, I don’t have to bend over backwards; when I don’t have to do clickbait… You can actually just sit in your talent, sit in craft, and be confident that the bookings are going to keep rolling in; you’re going to stay booked and busy, and you’re going to keep achieving your dreams, for me that is success.

And also not getting carried away, cause in my industry it is so easy to get carried away. I started over 10 years ago, 2009 to be specific… and the industry has grown so beautifully. It’s been a beautiful thing to see and you can get carried away…

Part of my success has just been staying true to myself and it’s the #1 advice I will give to anyone starting a business… Just stay true to yourself, stay true to your signature, stay true to your craft, and I promise you, you will be successful.

Your work at Aso Ebi Bella celebrates African culture, how can we use entrepreneurship and digital platforms to define success beyond traditional stereotypical metrics and integrate cultural identity and social impact into our goals and why we should do these things?

Authenticity is where you find yourself, uniqueness is where you find yourself, not echoing other people’s voices but finding your own.

…GenZ and Gen Alpha you have the benefit of “being African” being cool now. We (Millenials) didn’t have that… and honestly we suffered from streotypes (a lot of misrepresentation) and it really took us defining what we want.

When it comes to women specifically, I love what we’ve done because things like fashion and even cooking have been looked down on. After all, women provide these services for free.

We provide them as part of our energy and giving beauty and light to the world; but us being able to say “No, take us seriously, this is a business, this ties into our identity, this says something, this makes money, this provides inspiration,” is so important.

We’ve even seen designers from international runways pick one or two inspirations from us, and it’s not like we need that validation but it shows that we have a unique authentic voice to bring.

So finding your voice, having the discipline to streamline it into a business and run a team around it, and staying true to yourself and improving your craft is really key… You also have to evolve while staying true to yourself.

I think it’s really important and I’m inspired by what I see going on currently.

— Nkechi (Ink) Balogun

What are some of the biggest stereotypes you’ve encountered as a successful African woman and how have you defined success for yourself in light of these expectations?

The biggest stereotype and I think most women can relate to this is “Oh she’s successful, someone is bankrolling her, someone is behind her, etc”. It’s just always someone else other than the person that’s truly behind the craft and that for me is the number one stereotype.

People don’t believe that it can be you all alone and I don’t know why this stereotype is always there but it’s disgusting and it’s false. You’d be surprised at how much you can achieve by yourself if you truly just put your mind to what you want to do.

You are enough and you should believe that you are enough! You don’t need to have anyone bankrolling or sponsoring you.

— Joyce Jacob

Your Guinness World Record attempt highlights the power of perseverance, what message do you have for young women facing challenges on their path to success? You’ve also moved from country to country and travelled to over 30 countries which is amazing, how has perseverance played a role in all of these things and your breaking the barriers to success?

It’s easy to tell someone to persevere, “you have to persevere and keep going”, but it’s easier said than done.

First of all the Guinness World Record attempt, I didn’t just wake up overnight and want attempt to break a record interviewing 94 people for 55 hours non stop. It was the most insane thing I’ve ever done in my life and it’s still ongoing and we hope to bring the news to life soon. However, perseverance is a big key… but it’s easier said than done.

If you want to achieve something, you just have to wake up and you go from it because no one is coming to save you. If you want to do it, you have an idea, you have a concept, go for it!

… How it works for me: I have an idea, I send an email out, and if I don’t get a response after 24 hours, I will be knocking at your door. Also if you say no to me, that’s okay. If you say go and restructure and come back, I will restructure and I will come back. That’s the way it is.

I don’t take no for an answer. If it doesn’t work for us, that is okay, I move on to the next person… and if you say no, I knock on another door. I keep trying again because I know one day, somebody will see the vision and say yes and that person becomes one of the team. I keep finding and looking for the person who sees the vision of where I am heading to.

There’s no perseverance without you putting action into it, it’s okay if it gets hard, cry if you have to but don’t stay down, pick up yourself and move forward. You need to find a way to get to the next level, if it takes calling the person that helps you feel the fire, call them… Build your step-by-step action and keep going.

— Clara Chizoba Kronborg

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]]> Pelumi Nubi Is A Sight To Behold On ThisDay Style’s Latest Cover https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/pelumi-nubi-thisday-style-magazine/ Mon, 15 Apr 2024 10:07:03 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1653093 Pelumi Nubi is the cover star of This Day Style magazine and in the feature interview, she discusses how her passion for exploration began, fueled by childhood travel novels and her parents’ encouragement. “My parents encouraged us to explore and took us on trips abroad at a young age, and I just fell in love with […]

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Pelumi Nubi is the cover star of This Day Style magazine and in the feature interview, she discusses how her passion for exploration began, fueled by childhood travel novels and her parents’ encouragement. “My parents encouraged us to explore and took us on trips abroad at a young age, and I just fell in love with it,” she shares.

Her recent solo road trip from London to Lagos in her Peugeot 107, affectionately named “Lumi,” was born out of a deep-seated desire to immerse herself in different cultures and landscapes. “The inspiration for this journey came from a deep-seated desire to connect with different cultures and landscapes in a way that only road travel can offer,” she explains. Pelumi acknowledges the importance of representation in travel, expressing that she didn’t see enough people who looked like her engaging in overland travel.

In the interview, the newly appointed tourism ambassador for Lagos State reflects on her journey, discussing her favourite and least favourite countries she’s visited and candidly sharing aspects of travelling she doesn’t particularly enjoy. She also shares some travel tips to jot down in your travel diary for your next adventure.

See excerpts from the interview:

On what inspired her solo drive and fueled her conviction to do it

The inspiration for this journey came from a deep-seated desire to connect with different cultures and landscapes in a way that only road travel can offer. The conviction stemmed from a blend of adventurous spirit and wanting to chase adventure, coupled with the belief that such an endeavour while challenging, was an extraordinary opportunity for personal growth and exploration. I did not see enough people who looked like me doing overland travel, and I know the importance of representation.

On how she prepared for the journey

Preparation involved extensive research on the routes, securing necessary visas, understanding the geopolitical landscape of the countries to be traversed, and getting mentally fit for the challenge ahead. I spoke to people who had done similar trips to get direct advice from them. Additionally, preparing the vehicle for the long haul and learning basic mechanical repairs were crucial steps I took.

On the safety measures she took to ensure her safety

There were moments of doubt, particularly when facing unexpected challenges, but I had done a year of research to help with this. And after travelling to over 80 countries, you get some practice. However, the overarching goal of completing this journey and the support from the global travel community kept me going.

For safety measures, I chose well-lit, secure parking areas, often in designated camping spots or places known for their safety. Before settling in for the night, I’d ensure all doors were locked, and I kept valuables hidden or carried them with me to avoid attracting attention. I also had curtains or sunshades for privacy and to prevent anyone from seeing inside. Staying aware of my surroundings and trusting my instincts were crucial; if a location felt unsafe, I’d move on. I had an Air Tag for family members to know my exact location. Communication was key too; I kept a charged phone and shared my location with trusted contacts. By taking these precautions, I could rest more comfortably, maintaining a balance between adventure and safety.

Read the full article here.

Credits:

Fashion designer – Ejiro Amos Tafiri
Photographer – Emmanuel Oyeleke
Stylist – Mimz Bee
Makeup artist – Mary Joanne

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]]> Amp Up Your Style This Week With Minimalist Fashion Inspo From The Mary Edoro! https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/mary-edoro_clean-girl-aesthetics/ Mon, 15 Apr 2024 06:30:39 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1653075 Simplicity is in vogue and Mary Edoro is one style star who gets it every time. Clad in a little white dress with a flattering A-line silhouette and faux pocket flaps, Mary channels her soft and chic essence. She paired her outfit with slingback Valentino pumps rocking a sleek hairdo with defined edges and latte […]

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]]> Simplicity is in vogue and Mary Edoro is one style star who gets it every time. Clad in a little white dress with a flattering A-line silhouette and faux pocket flaps, Mary channels her soft and chic essence. She paired her outfit with slingback Valentino pumps rocking a sleek hairdo with defined edges and latte face glam.

She finished the look with minimal accessories, introducing cute studs and a tiny bracelet. What’s not to love about this look? NOTHING!

 

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]]> See the Nigerian Designers Who Dressed the RHOLagos Casts for its Sensational Reunion Episode https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/fashion-at-rholagos-s2-reunion/ Sun, 14 Apr 2024 21:35:32 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1653072 With two extraordinary seasons delivered to our screens, The Real Housewives Of Lagos (RHOLagos), has become synonymous with high fashion, because its casts always come correct. They did not disappoint on the recently released S2 reunion episode which is now airing on Showmax, keeping the energy as vibrant as ever they donned first-class pieces from […]

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]]> With two extraordinary seasons delivered to our screens, The Real Housewives Of Lagos (RHOLagos), has become synonymous with high fashion, because its casts always come correct.

They did not disappoint on the recently released S2 reunion episode which is now airing on Showmax, keeping the energy as vibrant as ever they donned first-class pieces from some of Nigeria’s leading Designers. Let’s take a look at their breathtaking outfits below:

Mariam Adeyemi Timmer in Anjy Luminee Couture

Mariam Adeyemi Timmer was on a mission to serve us an ethereal goddess vibe in her white + tan classic gown with nude illusion details by Anjy Luminee Couture, highlighting her softer side.

The fierce Melanin Magic RHOLagos cast was adorned in an elegant mermaid dress with pearls and feathers embellishments and some drapings. Mariam complemented her look with a statement feather headpiece by Urez Kulture, a stylish low bun and dangling diamond earrings.

Faith Morey in Amy Aghomi

Just as she had said on the show, you’ll either see Faith Morey with a crown or a train. The six-foot Amazon goddess attended the reunion in a red 3D floral dress with golden-brown infusions, quite like her beautiful skin.

Designed by Amy Aghomi, a Lagos-Warri-based fashion designer, the dress had an exaggerated floral collar which extended above her head into a remarkable bouquet of red flower stalks and featured Faith’s signature flowing train.

She complemented her look with a diamond-studded neckpiece and accompanying diamond studs from Boz Jewelry. Her feet were strapped in complementary red-heeled sandals, her hair was sleeked back from her face though with a pretty centre part and she rocked a soft sultry glam with the exceptional look.

Laura Ikeji in Medlin Couture

Laura Ikeji showed up looking stunning in a high-slit beaded ivory dress by Medlin Couture paired with gloves and a rosette-embellished cape.

Styled by Medlin Boss and Gabriel Anthony, the bubbly RHOLagos cast complimented her look with side bangs, diamond accessories from Saint Tracys and feathery heels.

Dr. Rommel in Sevon Dejana

Dr Rommel stepped out in his distinct flamboyant style sporting a custom crystal-beaded yellow ensemble by Sevon Dejana featuring Naija’s traditional top layered with a cape.

The outfit was accompanied by a custom cap, coral beads and a gold-detailed walking stick to complete the look

Bellastylistas: @mariamadeyemitimmer, @moreyfaith, @lauraikeji & @iamdrrommel

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]]> Ladies Applaud Sarah Jakes Roberts’ Style Choices For Her ‘Power Moves Tour’ Campaign Shoot https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/sarah-jakes-roberts-bold-in-yellow/ Sat, 13 Apr 2024 14:30:44 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1652942 One thing Sarah Jakes Roberts does effortlessly is make a fashion statement out of any piece she rocks whenever and this monochromatic look is no different. Shining as bright as the sun and inspired by her book “Power Moves“, her amazing stylist Jason Bolin, better known as J.Bolin settled for a flawless yellow bodycon dress […]

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]]> One thing Sarah Jakes Roberts does effortlessly is make a fashion statement out of any piece she rocks whenever and this monochromatic look is no different.

Shining as bright as the sun and inspired by her book “Power Moves“, her amazing stylist Jason Bolin, better known as J.Bolin settled for a flawless yellow bodycon dress for her tour campaign shoot. He chose this colour because it signifies confidence and positivity.

Sarah’s chin-length bob, earth-toned makeup, and bold jewellery complemented the simply chic dress making it the perfect fashionista moment. See below:

 

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CREDITS

Bellastylista: @sarahjakesroberts

Stylist: @stylistjbolin

Assistant Stylist: @_mekstyles_, @mr.racy & @mytrendisme

Set Direction: @gloxinab_speaks

Hair: @thekalessiak

Makeup: @legallybeat

Photo: @cyndiibee_

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]]> How Lupita Nyong’o Turned Heads in Daring Black & Silver at D&G’s 40th Anniversary Celebration https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/lupita-nyongo-for-dolce-gabbana/ Sat, 13 Apr 2024 13:56:13 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1652945 The ever-stunning Lupita Nyong’o made yet another fashion statement at the Dolce & Gabbana 40th anniversary celebration donning a dazzling silver bra top and matching mini skirt over her sheer black skin-tight layering featuring long sleeves and a turtle neck.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Lupita Nyong’o (@lupitanyongo) She paired […]

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]]> The ever-stunning Lupita Nyong’o made yet another fashion statement at the Dolce & Gabbana 40th anniversary celebration donning a dazzling silver bra top and matching mini skirt over her sheer black skin-tight layering featuring long sleeves and a turtle neck.

 

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She paired the edgy outfit with black shades and stiletto pumps. Watch her walk it in the clip below:

 

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For her makeup, Lupita went bold with black and white cat eyes and her signature dark-toned lipstick but this time it had a glossy twist. Her manicure featured black nail polish and she rocked an afro up-do masterminded by her go-to hairstylist Vernon François.

 

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Bellastylista: @lupitanyongo

Hair: @vernonfrancois

Makeup: @nickbarose

Stylist: @micaela

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]]> See Cuppy Otedola’s Chic Shine at Amy Winehouse’s ‘Back to Black’ Biopic Premiere https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/cuppy-otedola-in-quiet-luxury/ Sat, 13 Apr 2024 13:22:55 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1652932 Afrobeats star, Disc Jockey, Producer, and Philanthropist, Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola, famously known as Cuppy Otedola graced the “Back to Black“ film premiere at Leicester Square in London on Monday evening. Back to Black is a biopic based on the life of the greatly beloved deceased British singer-songwriter, Amy Winehouse. The recent Oxford graduate looked stunning […]

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]]> Afrobeats star, Disc Jockey, Producer, and Philanthropist, Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola, famously known as Cuppy Otedola graced the “Back to Black“ film premiere at Leicester Square in London on Monday evening.

Back to Black is a biopic based on the life of the greatly beloved deceased British singer-songwriter, Amy Winehouse.

The recent Oxford graduate looked stunning flaunting her chic figure in a strapped midi-length bandage dress from House of CB. Cuppy’s perfect bod testifies of her dedication to her wellness and daily pilates routine.

She rocked see-through stiletto pumps from Amina Muaddi with her beautiful outfit exuding confidence and a touch of effortless glamour befitting the esteemed red carpet.

Cuppy, who has enjoyed a remarkable rise to fame and fandom from an audience that stretches from Nigeria to the diaspora stepped out in a “no makeup” makeup look with bold rose gold earrings and a side part bob with pink highlights. She continues to show that along with her career achievements and notable impact work, she has a knack for impressive style.

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Cuppy with her mother – Nana Otedola

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]]> #SailingToSunday: Let’s Talk About Ashlee’s Regal Robe for Her Traditional Wedding Prep | WATCH https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/brides-robe_sailing-to-sunday/ Sat, 13 Apr 2024 06:00:37 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1652925 Nigerian Gospel musician, Theophilus Sunday weds his beautiful Jamaican wife Ashlee traditionally today and we are here for the bridal glam and style. The beautiful bride’s first OOTD is a regal green robe with flattering off-shoulder, long, and puffy sleeves. It also features a cathedral train, interesting pleats and gathers details. Mrs Sunday paired her […]

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]]> Nigerian Gospel musician, Theophilus Sunday weds his beautiful Jamaican wife Ashlee traditionally today and we are here for the bridal glam and style.

The beautiful bride’s first OOTD is a regal green robe with flattering off-shoulder, long, and puffy sleeves. It also features a cathedral train, interesting pleats and gathers details. Mrs Sunday paired her outfit with befitting gold and green accessories. Her soft glam and simple centre-part hairdo gave the perfect finishing touch to this bridal look.

Are we green with envy yet? Hit the ▶ button below to get ready with today’s bride:

CREDITS

Bride @itsashleewhite
Groom @theophilussunday
Planner @qmaravieplanners
Photography @deximaphotography
Videography @wrgoimagery
Makeup @zozamakeovers
Robe @lara.evelyn.designs

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]]> The Workwear Looks BN Style Editors Are Loving This Week | Edition 208 https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/workwear-looks-edition-208/ Wed, 10 Apr 2024 15:02:37 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1652639 This edition features interesting outfits and looks for every woman and man regardless of personal style. In this edition, you’ll find all the style inspo needed for you to turn up at your office looking stylish and to stand out in the best ways possible. With style inspiration from our favourite celebrities and real-life career […]

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]]> This edition features interesting outfits and looks for every woman and man regardless of personal style. In this edition, you’ll find all the style inspo needed for you to turn up at your office looking stylish and to stand out in the best ways possible. With style inspiration from our favourite celebrities and real-life career women and men, let us inspire your style!

This is the BNStyle Workwear Series – your weekly fix of workwear fashion. Check on real career women and men with real styles below. Consider this your guide to navigating chic, workwear style whenever, wherever.

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]]> All You Need to Know About the Inaugural Issue of British Vogue’s 1st Black Female Head of Nigerian Descent — Chioma Nnadi https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/chioma-nnadi-inaugural-british-vogue/ Wed, 10 Apr 2024 08:00:01 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1652493 British Vogue’s editorial leadership takes a historic step forward, passing from the groundbreaking tenure of Ghanaian Edward Enninful to the discerning eye of Chioma Nnadi of Nigerian descent. Enninful, who shattered glass ceilings as the magazine’s first Black Editor-in-Chief, left a legacy of inclusivity and audacious style, paving the way for Chioma Nnadi to become […]

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]]> British Vogue’s editorial leadership takes a historic step forward, passing from the groundbreaking tenure of Ghanaian Edward Enninful to the discerning eye of Chioma Nnadi of Nigerian descent.

Enninful, who shattered glass ceilings as the magazine’s first Black Editor-in-Chief, left a legacy of inclusivity and audacious style, paving the way for Chioma Nnadi to become the first black female Head, marking the dawn of a new era in fashion.

 

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Nnadi, a fashion powerhouse, assumed the role with a unique perspective informed by her extensive years in fashion editorial. She joined Vogue in 2010 in New York and later worked running the American website of Vogue as well as writing for the magazine and co-hosting the Vogue podcast before taking up the reins last October as the Head of Editorial Content at British Vogue.

Resourceful and resilient: for me, those are the two words that truly underpin the brilliance of British style. Three decades later and, while much has changed in the 20 years I have been living in the US, London’s beautiful, creative, scrappy energy – one that just can’t be found or emulated anywhere else – remains undimmed.

And so, back on home turf with the new responsibility and supreme honour of taking up the mantle at British Vogue, I knew my first cover star needed to be someone who defined that inimitable spirit. Luckily for me, it was an easy choice.

FKA Twigs is an artist who represents the ideal of the modern British eccentric: she is a shape-shifter who rejects conformity and takes real joy in clothes. And as someone whose personal style was ignited by the clubbing scene, I was so inspired speaking with Twigs about her latest work and the always-alluring relationship between fashion and music.

She reminded me that it isn’t just about the runway – it exists and can be found in so many different places, be it at a rave or in our home lives.

— Chioma said in her editor’s note

 

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FKA Twigs whose real name is Tahliah Debrett Barnett is a British singer, songwriter, and dancer who became known as Twigs for the way her joints cracked.

She settled in Hackney in her early 20s becoming something of a local celebrity overnight when, in 2012, she was spotted by the photographer Matthew Stone at Hoxton Station the morning after a warehouse party. She got cast as an extra in a story for i-D. She’d end up on the magazine cover before she’d even signed to a record label.

 

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I just want to be in touch with nature again though, that’s what it boils down to. I still feel so plugged into the culture. I want to rave, I want to make love, I want to meet people. But equally, I want to find peace.

— Twigs speaking about her career, healing, love, her career, healing from abuse, her diagnosis, facing racism and the chaos of the real world.

 

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According to the Vogue article, “as an artist, Twigs has always moved through the pop cultural universe at her own speed, often melding genres at opposite ends of the spectrum – opera with R&B, say – to form the contours of her singular sound. She’s stretched the boundaries of her physical body in every possible direction.

For her second album, Magdalene (2019), she mastered the ancient art of wushu sword fighting and ascended to the heavens on a stripper pole in the wildly popular video for “Cellophane”. Her approach to performance style has been just as mutable, defined only by her ability to shapeshift from one exquisitely dressed creature to the next.”

 

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In a follow-up video titled “Life in Looks” after her British Vogue cover debut, she takes readers through 18 of her memorable looks from 2014. From the artwork for her debut studio album ’LP1’ to her British Vogue cover she explains every look in detail.

To be on Chioma’s cover is a huge honour… This is a real milestone.

— Twigs

 

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Watch the full interview below:

The Launch

The inaugural edition launch of Chioma’s British Vogue was a star-studded bash celebrated at the Ladbroke Hall in partnership with Pandora. It had the likes of Malala Yousafzai, Alexa Chung, Nicola Coughlan among others present.

It was really special to be able to celebrate the new issue with so many people who helped bring it to life in the room, including the wonderfully talented Sierra Leone-born stylist and creative director IB Kamara, photographer Johnny Dufort and of course our ethereal cover star FKA Twigs

— Chioma Nnadi

 

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Nnadi’s tenure holds the promise of a British Vogue that’s not just stylish, but deeply relevant and excitingly in touch with the ever-evolving world of fashion. This is a reign we are excited to witness unfold.

Read Chioma’s editor’s note here and the explore full feature here

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]]> Onalaja Celebrates The Achievements of African Women in an IWD Series — #OnalajaMuse | WATCH https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/the-onalaja-muse/ Mon, 08 Apr 2024 16:00:15 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1652241 To commemorate International Women’s Day, Onalaja — a contemporary Nigerian luxe womenswear brand that celebrates feminity and individuality by blending African heritage with modern design — explored the lives of five (5) remarkable women who were doing amazing things in their fields and shared their inspiring stories.   View this post on Instagram   A […]

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The series featured the likes of Mariam Musa — a reality TV star, podcast host, and beauty influencer; Bisi Akins, a presenter and a voiceover artist; Tiwalola Ogunlesi, a confidence coach, author and founder of ‘Confident and Killing It’; Rukkie Akpofure, a food content creator and recipe developer; Stephanie Affleck, a circular fashion expert and former BBC Apprentice finalist; and Kanyinsola Onalaja the founder of the Onalaja brand.

They all revealed how they felt in their Onalaja pieces while answering questions and sharing uplifting insights revolving around their fields while being the epitome of girl power. Explore the series below:

Mariam Musa

Mariam Musa is the epitome of “girl power”: A reality TV star, podcast host, and beauty influencer.

Bisi Akins

Bisi Akins is a presenter, a voiceover artist and a lover of all things Africa. She radiates pure joy and effortlessly embodies the essence of black girl magic.

Tiwalola Ogunlesi

Tiwalola Ogunlesi is a confidence coach, author and the founder of “Confident and Killing It”. Shining with unshakeable confidence, she shares her biggest inspirations.

Rukkie Akpofure

Rukkie Akpofure is a food content creator, recipe developer and spice range that produces low-sodium seasonings. She shares her journey: a testament to strength and creativity, empowering women who are inspired by her path.

Stephanie Affleck

Stephanie Affleck is a former BBC apprentice finalist, circular fashion expert and entrepreneur. She stands out as a powerhouse, confidently carving her unique path with a strong business acumen.

Kanyinsola Onalaja

Kanyinsola Onalaja is the creative director and founder of Onalaja. She is a symbol of empowerment and resilience. Kanyinsola embodies the essence of a true trailblazer. She shares her journey to founding Onalaja and the inspiration behind the brand.

All outfits from @onalajaofficial

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]]> Feast Your Eyes on All the Beautiful Looks & Moments from the Owambe Themed Premiere of “Ajosepo” https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/premiere-of-ajosepo/ Mon, 08 Apr 2024 10:31:20 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1652254 The premiere of Kayode Kassum‘s new movie, “Ajosepo,” was all shades of beautiful. The theme was owambe, and members of the cast and guests didn’t fail to show up in the Nigerian flamboyant style and elegance. From the flowy agbadas matched with caps to the corset-fitting laced gowns with geles, and the adire asoebi, the red […]

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The premiere of Kayode Kassum‘s new movie, “Ajosepo,” was all shades of beautiful. The theme was owambe, and members of the cast and guests didn’t fail to show up in the Nigerian flamboyant style and elegance. From the flowy agbadas matched with caps to the corset-fitting laced gowns with geles, and the adire asoebi, the red carpet was turned into a runway of stunning native attires.

“Ajosepo” tells the story of a young couple, Dapo (Mike Afolarin) and Tani (Tomike Adeoye), preparing for their wedding. As their families gather in a hotel, festivities soon give way to turmoil as long-held secrets, family tensions, and unexpected revelations threaten to tear them apart. Co-produced by Feyifunmi Oginni and Kayode Kassum, the movie stars a talented cast including Mike Afolarin, Tomike Adeoye, Ronke Oshodi-Oke, Baba Latin, Bisola Ayeiola, Lizzy Jay, Timini Egbuson, Muyiwa Ademola, Yemi Solade, Mercy Aigbe, Deyemi Okanlawon, Bolaji Ogunmola, and others.

 

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Tomike Adeoye

 

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Timini Egbuson

 

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Mike Afolarin

 

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Bisola Aiyeola

 

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Bolaji Ogunmola

 

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Yemi Solade

 

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Efe Irele

 

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Lizzy Jay

 

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Moet Abebe

 

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Swanky Jerry

 

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Biodun Stephen

 

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“Ajosepo” is set to hit the cinemas on April 9 in the UK and April 10 in Nigeria.

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]]> Need Bold & Chic Style Inspo for the Week? Check Out this One from Chinyere Chi-Chi Adogu https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/chi-chi-adogu_bold-style-inspo/ Mon, 08 Apr 2024 05:30:37 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1652234 It may be hard to imagine a trench coat looking good on its own, without the impressive art of layering, until you see one; a pro trick only stars like Chinyere “Chi-Chi” Adogu pull off. Gather around, BellaStylistas. It’s time to pull up those styling notes:   View this post on Instagram   A post […]

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]]> It may be hard to imagine a trench coat looking good on its own, without the impressive art of layering, until you see one; a pro trick only stars like Chinyere “Chi-Chi” Adogu pull off.

Gather around, BellaStylistas. It’s time to pull up those styling notes:

Chi-Chi took New York City by storm with her bold and unapologetic style, wrapped in a vibrant yellow double-breasted trench coat, adorned with sleek black buttons. She’s a vision of confidence and endearing style amidst the urban chaos. With each step, she exudes an air of effortless cool, owning the bustling streets as her runway.

Pairing her statement coat with sleek black heels and a leather bag, Chinyere Adogu proves that simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. Her bohemian French curl tip braids from her brand — Chi’s Luxe Braiding Hair added a touch of whimsy and individuality, while her dark shades lend an air of mystery and intrigue.

Standing tall and unapologetically herself, Chinyere is a beacon of self-expression and empowerment in the city that never sleeps. With her unique blend of style and attitude, she effortlessly captures the attention of all who cross her path, leaving an indelible mark on the concrete jungle she calls home.

CREDITS

BellaStylista: @the_real_chi

Hair: @chisluxebraidinghair

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]]> Desirée Iyama Celebrates Womanhood & Highlights Inspiring African Women on ‘Inspired by HER’ | WATCH https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/desiree-iyama_inspired-by-her/ Sun, 07 Apr 2024 12:00:58 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1652194 One of our favourite Women’s History Month highlights was “Inspired by HER“. a new series by the eponymous Nigerian fashion brand, Desirée Iyama, synonymous with bold femininity and timeless artistry. This series explores the lives of some prominent women flourishing in their respective fields and basking in the euphoria of their femininity: from Tomi George, the […]

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]]> One of our favourite Women’s History Month highlights was “Inspired by HER“. a new series by the eponymous Nigerian fashion brand, Desirée Iyama, synonymous with bold femininity and timeless artistry.

Tobi Hamilton wearing Desirée Iyama’s Dahlia Midi Dress in Cobalt

This series explores the lives of some prominent women flourishing in their respective fields and basking in the euphoria of their femininity:

from Tomi George, the creative director of Ava and George — a children’s fashion brand; to Jumoke Michael-Ojo a multi-enterprise founder, a business strategist, and a certified life coach; Tobi Hamilton, the founder and managing director of THE HOUSE  — a leading social house; Feyi Bello is the Founder/CEO of Locke & Pewter Consulting — a business development agency; and Tolani Tayo-Osikoya, popularly known as Diary Of A Kitchen Lover, a Nigerian Chef, food blogger, recipe developer, tutor, and entrepreneur.

These fascinating women share their experiences as modern women and mothers maintaining their unique femininity in March 2024. Explore their episodes below:

Chef T as March Muse

Tolani Tayo-Osikoya, popularly known as “Diary of a Kitchen Lover” is a Nigerian food blogger/recipe developer, food tutor, and entrepreneur. She shares amazing food pictures and curates detailed recipes from regular home cooking ingredients to the delight of her over 1 million Instagram followers.

Filled with positivity, faith and charisma, Tolani is recognised as one of the “Top 50 Most Impactful Voices of Women in Africa”. Thank you Tolani for letting us into your space.

— Desirée Iyama

See Tolani in Desirée Iyama’s Meraki Midi Dress (Colour: Rose)

With an over 2,000,000-large community across all platforms, Diary of a Kitchen Lover has consistently inspired both genders in many ways from simplified recipes to kitchen hygiene, kitchen organisation, cookware, equipment and general lifestyle. She is also a brand ambassador for Nigeria’s #1 dishwashing liquid, Morning Fresh.

A desire to explore the art of food led her to pursue an international certification in the prestigious Italian Chef Academy in Rome, Italy. Watch her full interview clip below:

Each month this year, Desirée Iyama we will be highlighting one visionary African woman from various fields, as a source of inspiration for our styles, colours, prints and more.

If you know a woman in her element, making a phenomenal impact within her industry and/or community, Nominate her for this series by tagging her Instagram handle on the @desireeiyamaofficial’s post above

CREDITS

Outfits: @desireeiyamaofficial
Videography: @eniksnuel
Makeup: @b_glamsignatures

International Women’s Day

In honour of International Women’s Day, Desirée Iyama introduced and honoured four (4) inspiring women on the ‘Inspired by HER’ series: Tomi George, Jumoke Michael-Ojo, Tobi Hamilton, and Feyi Bello.

Inspire Inclusion

As women achieve power, the barriers will fall. As society sees what women can do, as women see what women can do, there will be more women out there doing things, and we’ll all be better off for it.

— Ruth Bader Ginsburg

1. Tomi George

Tomi George is the creative director of Ava and George (A&G), a children’s fashion brand. She’s also the owner of Ava & George Toys, a company that makes educational toys and accessories for children.

As a serial entrepreneur with a background in medicine, She has consistently demonstrated a keen business acumen and a commitment to excellence. Her leadership has propelled A&G to the forefront of the children’s fashion industry where the brand stands as a testament to her dedication to quality and customer satisfaction.

In addition to her entrepreneurial endeavours, She is also the compassionate force behind “Black Girl Can”, an empowerment initiative dedicated to uplifting young Nigerian girls in underprivileged communities with educational puzzles and toys.

Watch her full interview below:

2. Jumoke Michael-Ojo

Jumoke Michael-Ojo is a multi-enterprise founder, a business strategist, and a certified life coach. Her business interests cut across the events, creative, and professional sectors.

As the founder of Mandies Cocktails, a leading cocktail catering company in Nigeria, she has strategically positioned the company as a household name within the event sector and beyond. The Company under her leadership, is a three-time award winner of the prestigious event industry award APPOEMN.

Her purpose of igniting women to engage in goal-oriented and transformational conversations led her to launch the Goal UP network, a women’s group coaching community where women meet to discuss and reflect over curated events, seminars, workshops, and retreats at the Goal Up Brunch.

As a creative entrepreneur, business strategist, and founder of So House Agency, she partners with individuals and businesses to strategically position for growth and sustained success. Jumoke is a wife, twin mum, and a lover of style and fashion.

Watch her full interview below:

3. Tobi Hamilton 

Tobi Hamilton is a creative entrepreneur and business professional with 15 years of experience across various sectors. She is the founder and managing director of THE HOUSE, a leading social house concept founded in 2018. She recently founded THE TERRACE, a quaint and cosy rooftop introduced to the public in February 2023, adding more accolades to her restauranteur and hospitality journey.

Tobi also owns a Marketing Agency called Hamilton & Hamilton where she works with existing & new brands on branding, strategy, content, and marketing, and ensuring existing brands and startups have a platform to think bigger, penetrate new and existing markets seamlessly using storytelling and compelling strategies to execute their objectives.

She is an Executive Director at Balosh Integrated Services, a leasing car park management and access control company in Lagos.

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Tobi is a recent Harvard Business School alumni who also holds an MSc. (distinction) in Strategic Marketing and Competitive Intelligence as well as a Professional Marketing Diploma from the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) UK.

Before moving to Africa, Tobi worked with international brands like Best Buy, G-Star Raw, and The Abercrombie group amongst others. Her new podcast, TotallyonBrand, delves into the world of entrepreneurship, career, branding, marketing and real-life challenges.

Watch her full interview below:

4. Feyi Bello 

Feyi Bello is the Founder/CEO of Locke & Pewter Consulting, a business development agency aimed at helping brands communicate clearly with their target audience. She is a writer and the Editor-in-chief of Perfete, an online community of brides, brides-to-be, moms, moms-to-be, celebrating life in all its stages.

Feyi’s goal is to create safe spaces for women to have open and honest conversations about the issues that we face especially in motherhood and is working tirelessly to build these communities.

Watch her full interview below:

Mother’s Day

Desirée Iyama’s 4 IWD Muses discuss motherhood on this Mother’s Day episode of Inspired by HER. Watch the Teaser below:

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Watch Chef T’s Mother’s Day message below:

All the lovely outfits rocked on this series are from @desireeiyamaofficial

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]]> Toke Makinwa Beauty is Coming & TM is Unleashing A Superior Glow, Check Out Her Latest Lewk https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/tokstarr-4-toke-makinwa-beauty/ Sun, 07 Apr 2024 11:00:54 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1652209 One thing about media powerhouse and style star, Toke Makinwa, is when she puts together a lewk, heads swirl courtesy of her impeccable style. It was no different as she stepped out to celebrate her latest project — Toke Makinwa Beauty, in this enchanting two-piece consisting of a sheer top adorned with sparkling Swarovski crystals, […]

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]]> One thing about media powerhouse and style star, Toke Makinwa, is when she puts together a lewk, heads swirl courtesy of her impeccable style.

It was no different as she stepped out to celebrate her latest project — Toke Makinwa Beauty, in this enchanting two-piece consisting of a sheer top adorned with sparkling Swarovski crystals, stones and pearls and a pair of trousers with embellished cut-outs from the Dazzle Set in the Phoenix Collection by 2207ByTBally.

 

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Toke paired her look with a red velvet clutch wallet, silver pumps, a ponytail, and a halo eyeshadow makeup look.

TM Beauty is gearing to launch on the 28th of April, 2024.

CREDITS

Bellastylista: @tokemakinwa for @tokemakinwabeauty

Outfit: @2207bytbally

Photo: @thelagospaparazzi

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]]> Bella Okagbue’s Glamorous Easter Post Has All Our Love, Click For Reasons | WATCH https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/bella-okagbue-easter-insta-post/ Sun, 07 Apr 2024 09:00:16 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1652206 Reality TV Star — Bella Okagbue posted stunning portraits of her head-turning ensemble giving fans a dose of the Ocean for Easter celebration. Set on water, the centrepiece of this beautiful work of art is a fully embellished bodycon dress that hugs her curves in all the right places and a 3D rosette cape over her forearms. […]

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]]> Reality TV Star — Bella Okagbue posted stunning portraits of her head-turning ensemble giving fans a dose of the Ocean for Easter celebration. Set on water, the centrepiece of this beautiful work of art is a fully embellished bodycon dress that hugs her curves in all the right places and a 3D rosette cape over her forearms.

 

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Bella paired the look with well-laid frontals, soft glam with a glossy finish, embellished earrings, bracelets and a ring. Safe to say that on the day the Lord arose, Bella came with her fashion A-game!

 

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CREDITS

Bellastylista: @bellaokagbue

Dress: @ambaosa

Makeup: @tmtbylayinka

Hair: @adefunkeee

Photo: @officialphotofreak

Video: @nosatemz

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]]> Mariama Diallo Slayed Red Carpet Style with Mum at the 55th NAACP Image Awards | WATCH https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/mariama-diallo-at-naacp-ia/ Sun, 07 Apr 2024 08:00:15 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1652200 Guinea-born model, actress, and activist  — Mariama Diallo made an elegant statement at the 55th NAACP Image Awards in a breathtaking mustard Nicolas Jebran SS23 Couture gown. The off-shoulder dress boasts a sultry sweetheart neckline with two (2) spaghetti straps, a tiny front bow, and a sweep train. Mariama had a petite waist-length cape over her […]

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]]> Guinea-born model, actress, and activist  — Mariama Diallo made an elegant statement at the 55th NAACP Image Awards in a breathtaking mustard Nicolas Jebran SS23 Couture gown.

The off-shoulder dress boasts a sultry sweetheart neckline with two (2) spaghetti straps, a tiny front bow, and a sweep train. Mariama had a petite waist-length cape over her shoulders which complemented the silhouette. She finished the look with minimal yet alluring makeup, paired with centre-parted wavy hair. Swipe through the carousel below to view:

 

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Mariama’s date for the night was her gorgeous mum who made a remarkable appearance in a floral boubou gown with complementary embroidery stitched to its neck in regal African fashion paired with a glamorous yellow headgear which gave off an illusion of the popular African “Gele”. She accessorised with bold gold jewellery and soft glam. Mama is a bonafide Stylista!

See more from the event below:

 

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We love the black excellence, unity, and support highlighted at the NAACP Image Awards this year, spot Mariama and her mum in the company of your favourite black stars when you swipe through the carousel below:

 

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Mariama was also spotted with fashion-forward sister duo Nasteha & Nuni Yusuf, collectively known as The Yusufs who stepped out in outfits that gave off “sunny with blue skies” energy. See below:

 

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Bellaystylista: @mariama

Photo: @jpwphoto

Dress: @nicolasjebranworld

Stylist: @iamvalentinoooo

Hair & makeup @yoboitay @kianichelle

Video: @ebonymagazine

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]]> Nancy Isime was the Epitome of ‘Gen Z’ Chic at the Premiere of Saving Onome | A BNS Exclusive | WATCH https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/nancy-isime-at-saving-onome/ Sat, 06 Apr 2024 13:31:52 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1652155 Nancy Isime channelled her young and free spirit in Gen Z Baddie style at the premiere of Inkblot Production‘s latest movie Saving Onome last night in the city of Lagos, Nigeria. Pairing a denim mini with a bodycon crop top featuring sultry cutouts, and knee-high crazy denim boots, this gorgeous millennial glowed upon arrival at […]

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]]> Nancy Isime channelled her young and free spirit in Gen Z Baddie style at the premiere of Inkblot Production‘s latest movie Saving Onome last night in the city of Lagos, Nigeria.

Pairing a denim mini with a bodycon crop top featuring sultry cutouts, and knee-high crazy denim boots, this gorgeous millennial glowed upon arrival at the event. She wore a lush lengthy wig with a glamorous facebeat featuring glittery eyelids and glossy nude lips. Hit the ▶ button below to get a glimpse of her:

 

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Saving Onome follows the journey of two devoted parents fighting against all odds for their chronically ill daughter, Onome. With time running out and a life-saving surgery hanging in the balance, Saving Onome explores the depths of love and the extraordinary measures people take to save those they love.

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]]> Victoria Kimani’s Edgy Style Takes the Stage on the Final Episode of BNStyle Plus Sound 2024 https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/bnstyle-plus-sound-victoria-kimani/ Thu, 04 Apr 2024 17:30:58 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1651954   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by VICTORIA KIMANI (@victoriakimani) Hi BellaStylistas! BNStyle Plus Sound is back! This is a mini-series our team developed during #BNSWomensMonth22 to celebrate how our faves use their style to elevate their brand and inspire us with their fabulous looks. For this year’s edition, we’ve chosen 4 amazing female artists […]

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Hi BellaStylistas! BNStyle Plus Sound is back! This is a mini-series our team developed during #BNSWomensMonth22 to celebrate how our faves use their style to elevate their brand and inspire us with their fabulous looks. For this year’s edition, we’ve chosen 4 amazing female artists with incredible styles whose fashion highlights we will spotlight each week of this month.

Victoria Kimani is a Kenyan singer-songwriter and entertainer previously signed to the Nigerian record label Chocolate City. She was the first female artist signed by the label in late 2012, and she released her first single, “Mtoto“, under the label in March 2013. Her debut album was released in 2016 and appeared in the film 7 Inch Curve.

Between 2014 and 2016, Kimani released the single “Show“, produced by singer and producer Tekno Miles and other singles such as; “Vex“; “Two of Dem“; “Loving You“; and “Booty Bounce“, featuring Tanzanian artists Diamond Platnumz and Ommy Dimpoz.

On 13 May 2015, Kimani and seven African female musicians, Cobhams Asuquo and a team of One Campaign staff met in Johannesburg to create “Strong Girl“. The song featured singers Waje (Nigeria), Vanessa Mdee (Tanzania), Arielle T (Gabon), Gabriela (Mozambique), Yemi Alade (Nigeria), Selmor Mtukudzi (Zimbabwe), Judith Sephuma (South Africa), Blessing Nwafor (South Africa) and actress Omotola Jalade Ekeinde (Nigeria).

Victoria Kimani is known for being bold and unique with fashion, often described as edgy and experimental as she is not afraid to push boundaries and embrace unconventional looks.

Think bold colours, statement pieces, and daring silhouettes, think Victoria Kimani.

She isn’t limited to one aesthetic, as she blends high-fashion pieces with streetwear and other casual elements, creating ever-interesting looks. Explore her style below:

Victoria in sheer lace at a performance in Kinshasa Congo

 

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Did somebody say sultry vacation inspo?

 

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Rocking her minis

 

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That pop of colour

 

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Victoria in chic casual

 

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Yellow was made for brown skin

 

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Victoria in a sultry white two-piece

 

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Victoria in a two-toned bodycon gown

 

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Leather and winged eyeliner

 

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Pink and some fur

 

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Rocking a monochrome wide-brimmed hat on a matching dress with a thigh-high slit

The perfect brown ensemble for the premiere of “History” announcement

 

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Unmissable in pink and orange 

 

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Which look is your favourite?

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]]> The Workwear Looks BN Style Editors Are Loving This Week | Edition 207 https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/04/workwear-looks-edition-207/ Wed, 03 Apr 2024 21:13:21 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1651767 This edition features interesting outfits and looks for every woman and man regardless of personal style. In this edition, you’ll find all the style inspo needed for you to turn up at your office looking stylish and to stand out in the best ways possible. With style inspiration from our favourite celebrities and real-life career […]

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]]> This edition features interesting outfits and looks for every woman and man regardless of personal style. In this edition, you’ll find all the style inspo needed for you to turn up at your office looking stylish and to stand out in the best ways possible. With style inspiration from our favourite celebrities and real-life career women and men, let us inspire your style!

This is the BNStyle Workwear Series – your weekly fix of workwear fashion. Check on real career women and men with real styles below. Consider this your guide to navigating chic, workwear style whenever, wherever.

For more workwear inspiration on Instagram, tap the Follow button @BellaNaijaStyle.

 

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]]> #Giveaway: Win the NIVEA Pearl & Beauty Anti-Perspirant Trio this Week https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/03/giveaway-4-bns-womens-month-2024/ Fri, 29 Mar 2024 18:00:30 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1651983 Say hello to this week’s Giveaways, BellaStylistas! You stand a chance to win a NIVEA Pearl & Beauty Anti-Perspirant lotion this week as we continue our BellaNaija Style Women’s Month 2024 celebrations and activations. Go to our Instagram page now or simply click on the post below to put in your entry in the comments section. […]

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]]> Say hello to this week’s Giveaways, BellaStylistas! You stand a chance to win a NIVEA Pearl & Beauty Anti-Perspirant lotion this week as we continue our BellaNaija Style Women’s Month 2024 celebrations and activations.

Go to our Instagram page now or simply click on the post below to put in your entry in the comments section.

 

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Are You Winning This?

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]]> An Artist, a Trailblazer & a Pioneer: This Weekend on #BNSCONVOS, Find Out What Success Means to Women from Their POV https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/03/bnsconvos5-womens-month-2024/ Fri, 29 Mar 2024 08:00:44 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1650913 The final episode of our #BNSCONVOS during this 5th edition of BellaNaija Style Women’s Month will feature an enlightening conversation about success with three(3) successful modern women — an artist, a trailblazer and a pioneer. Challenge stereotypes and societal expectations placed on millennial and Gen Z women. Explore how these generations are redefining success on […]

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]]> The final episode of our #BNSCONVOS during this 5th edition of BellaNaija Style Women’s Month will feature an enlightening conversation about success with three(3) successful modern women — an artist, a trailblazer and a pioneer.

Watch the preceding episodes of #BNSCONVOS: a series of enlightening conversations hosted during BellaNaija Style Women’s Month here

Challenge stereotypes and societal expectations placed on millennial and Gen Z women. Explore how these generations are redefining success on their own terms, embracing diverse paths, and reshaping traditional narratives.

The Speakers

Joyce Jacob

Joyce Jacob is a renowned Celebrity Makeup Artist with an eye for striking yet subtle makeup looks! She is the Director of Hair & Makeup for the 2nd season of Netflix‘s glamorous hit reality series YOUNG, FAMOUS & AFRICAN. Her signature style leaves her clients feeling exhilarated by the natural glow she gives.

Joyce named her incredible business after herself, calling it Joyce Jacob Beauty (JJB)! The brand started making major waves since it launched in 2009 as this ambitious entrepreneurial powerhouse started taking strides towards building her company into one of the strongest brands in the world.

Her clientele includes some of the world’s most notable stars from Tiwa Savage, Bonang Matheba, Angela Simmons, Ini Edo, Alek Wek, Angelique Kidjo, Porsha Williams (nee Guobardia), Alexandra Burke, Malika Bongo, Millen Magese, Kefilwe Mabothe, Jemima Osunde, Dolapo Oni Sijuwade, Lilian Afegbai, Abisola Kola-Daisi, Waje, and Omawumi, to Lloyd Banks, Wiz Khalifah, and Wizkid.

Joyce has worked on the set of many local and international music videos, editorial spreads, fashion shoots, and TV commercials. JJB earned a spot in the beauty industry for her flawless coverage and finish, her clients can’t get enough of the effortless-looking soft finish she leaves with every muse.

As a Nigerian who grew up in the United States in the 90s, Joyce is proud to see African representation being recognized globally and is looking forward to being a part of the growing conversation. When she’s not painting the faces of your favourite stars, she is either running her Lagos-based makeup outlet or training aspiring beauty entrepreneurs.

Clara Chizoba Kronborg

I know and I believe I understand what it feels like to yearn for success, to hope to live instead of survive, to want to be heard, to hope for that big breakthrough and to look forward that my submissions are no longer packed away and neglected.

— Clara C. Kronborg

Clara Chizoba Kronborg is an award-winning media & social entrepreneur with multiple features across reputable media including BBC Africa, ARISE TV Africa and Talk Radio, Europe. She was born and raised in Onitsha, though she hailed from Okija in Ihiala local government, Anambra state, Nigeria.

In her words, “Growing up, I thrived in front of the mic, creating non-fiction drama and being that girl who motivates other young girls’’, but she never knew it was a thing or could even become one.

The Media path found her because the truth was that when she started the Women’s World Show in 2009, she had zero knowledge of what she was getting herself into, it was all passion but she started anyway. In 2010, she took a break from the show and moved to Ghana to study at the Ghana Institute of Journalism in Accra.

Soon after, in 2013, she met her husband and relocated to Denmark where she spent the next four years learning Danish, studying VUC & HF, and adjusting to her new life in Europe. In 2017, she once again started filming Women’s World Show in Denmark, with a private screening of the first season held on 6th December 2018.

In January 2019, she travelled to Nigeria and relaunched the Women’s World Show on Rave TV and Nigeria People’s TV. In November of the same year, Clara relocated to Marbella, Spain bringing the Women’s World Show with her! The show aired for the first time in Spain in October 2020 on RTV Marbella.

Clara became the first Black woman in Denmark and Spain to own a TV talk show, the first black woman in Marbella Spain to create an Exclusive Connect Event through the women’s world show where women get to exhibit their businesses, interact on common topics and connect with like minds.

With over 5000 minutes of recorded interviews and counting, she has connected with tens of female decision-makers, pacesetters and change-makers on record.

Years passed but her passion has only grown stronger than ever. She has evolved, is mentally & physically equipped, academically enlightened and has travelled to over 30 countries. Today, the Women’s World Show creates awareness of the challenges women face in their day-to-day endeavours…

…To recognize women of hard work; To provide services and products that showcase the beauty of a woman. To impact in young growing women that for every finished work/picture seen, comes with lots of efforts and perseverance, to be an emblem of Unity among women, to build a platform where women supports women, women uplifts women, to shine light on women stories in Europe & Africa and add to the development of African through women empowerment.

She is passionate about storytelling for a change; personal stories, stories of other women, content creation, and visual marketing stories. She is a skilled content creator, strategic planner, business developer, marketing strategist and media producer.

Clara has empowered about 100 women around African countries like; Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya respectively through making Entrepreneurs in the women’s world show and is currently mentoring 20. She is the author of ‘’Sexyfityou’’ a book that empowers women to be themselves regardless of their body size but at the same time feel sexy and fit in it.

She co-founded HC Andersen International School Enugu, Nigeria, with the purpose of promoting education in Nigeria/Africa.
She is the first black African founding president of the Rotary Club in Spain and has contributed to the extra-curriculum in media studies at the British International School, Marbella for 2 terms.

Nkechi (Ink) Balogun

Ink Balogun is a pioneer in Nigeria’s digital media industry. A graduate of Brown University and Oxford Said Business School.

She shaped BellaNaija Weddings and its lifestyle sections into international prominence through experiential marketing and social media. 

Since 2017, she has led Aso Ebi Bella (asoebibella.com), an online community promoting African culture, events and fashion that connects nearly 3 million consumers to fashion businesses online. 

In 2023, she launched 234 Games (234games.co) – rich, cultural and unique games including playing cards with an African twist.

Lade Adisa

Lade Adisa is a brand communications expert with vast experience in organic marketing and lucrative community development.

Equipped with over a decade of experience in the fashion and beauty industry: providing communications leadership to some of the world’s most innovative brands, developing media strategies to build trust, drive authentic engagement, foster community development, and raise brand equity through social, traditional, and digital media; as well as an academic background in Psychology, she is the leading Content Associate at BellaNaija Style — Africa’s top fashion, style, and beauty destination.

An alumnus of the Center for Global Entreprise‘s African Women Entrepreneurship Cooperative (AWEC), Lade passionately champions explorations of the creator economy, cryptography, and the emerging Web 3.0 for revenue creation and profit maximization.

She will moderate the conversation.

Don’t miss this #BNSCONVOS!

Date: 30th March, 2024
Time: 5 PM WAT
Venue: @bellanaijastyle’s Instagram LIVE

Follow the conversations on Instagram with #BNSConvos, #BNSWomensMonth, and #BNSWomensMonth24

Watch the episode here.

Visit www.bellanaijastyle.com to stay up to date with the latest in African fashion and lifestyle

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]]> Your Easter Weekend Style Inspo is Served! Check Out 10 Nigerian Designers BNStyle Editors are Rocking https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/03/easter-perfect-outfits-from-naija/ Fri, 29 Mar 2024 06:30:24 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1650916 If you are looking for outfit inspiration for the season, you have arrived at the right place. Hey BellaStylistas, It’s Easter Weekend, what’s poppin’? Have you decided on what to wear for all the social events on your itinerary this weekend? Check out our editors’ picks for the season, from simple minimalist looks to the […]

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Hey BellaStylistas,

It’s Easter Weekend, what’s poppin’?

Have you decided on what to wear for all the social events on your itinerary this weekend? Check out our editors’ picks for the season, from simple minimalist looks to the edgy and embellished; whether you are a dress, suit or jeans girl, these Nigerian brands have something chic for you. Let’s dive in:

1. Lisa Folawiyo Studio

2. Onalaja

 

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3. MiMMi KASU

 

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4. Andrea Iyama

5. Lady Biba

 

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6. Tiffany Amber

 

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7. Desirée Iyama

8. Medlin Couture

9. Wanni Fuga

 

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10. ERIKAN

 

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Have a Splendid Good Friday!

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]]> Redefining Beauty: Empowering Women through Self-Care & Inclusivity with Zainab Balogun, Mojibade Sosanya & Mitchel Ukachukwu | WATCH https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/03/beauty-self-care-inclusivity/ Thu, 28 Mar 2024 07:00:10 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1650706 Our #BNSCONVOS has been nothing short of amazing this year, if you have been following the BellaNaija Style Women’s Month campaigns, you can agree that each session has been a build-up to how amazing the next session one will be. Powered by NIVEA, our 4th episode saw three (3) fabulous women flourishing in their diverse […]

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]]> Our #BNSCONVOS has been nothing short of amazing this year, if you have been following the BellaNaija Style Women’s Month campaigns, you can agree that each session has been a build-up to how amazing the next session one will be.

Powered by NIVEA, our 4th episode saw three (3) fabulous women flourishing in their diverse fields join BellaNaija Style to discuss “Redefining Beauty: Empowering Women Through Self-Care & Inclusivity“, hosted by the amazing Motunde Ibironke. Hit the ▶ button below to watch:

 

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The session featured a liberating candid conversation between the hosts and our guests:

(1)Mitchel Ugochi Ukachukwu — Miss Universe Nigeria, the 1st and only beauty queen in Nigeria’s history to clinch both titles of Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria and Miss Universe Nigeria; (2) Zainab Balogun — a British-Nigerian Actress, TV Host, and the Executive Producer at ZABA Productions; and (3) Mojibade Sosanya who has built an impressive career as a corporate communications executive, event host, TV presenter, and public speaker.

When Motunde asked, “How has self-care and self-love played a role in your advocacy effort and how has it helped you own your narrative?”

… I shared my story because I didn’t want another woman to find it hard to get access to this information. In sharing my story I have been able to build a community of women who can identify with this pain and now know what to do.

Self care became important for me, owning my narrative became a form of self-care because I wasn’t allowing the world determine what I can share and what I can’t share. Self-care doesn’t have to be just going for beauty maintenance, it can also be you taking a moment to be still.

— Zainab Balogun

When Motunde asked Mojibade about her techniques for building confidence and finding her unique balance after pivoting career paths amidst a busy schedule, her response revealed a strong mentality routed in self-awareness, self-acceptance and self-love.

First of all building confidence and finding balance requires work. I am big on preparation and in a male-dominated industry, I’ve gotten to the place where I know that I’m bringing value on board and I’ve gotten past the phase where it feels like I’m not good enough because people don’t acknowledge that I’m as good as my male counterpart.

I’ve gotten to the place where I am really confident in myself because for the client to choose me they believe I have value to offer. I also love myself and don’t compare myself. While there is room for improvement and personal development, I’m not going to change who I am.

I prepare to go on stage with the 3 Rs: I read, research and rehearse. This helps me to go on stage and shine in my uniqueness.

— Mojibade Sosanya

When asked about her perspective on navigating her industry’s pressure and staying true to oneself and values, Mitchel shared as follows:

In keeping true to one’s self and values, the first thing is to understand what those words mean to you and once you have a clear definition of what self-confidence and self-expression mean to you then you’re on the right path of keeping true to your values because then you know what those values are.

It’s not easy because there is a lot of pressure to be perfect, to look a certain way, to do things a certain way to appear in certain places and it’s not easy to keep up with these things and that is why your foundation has to be strong so that you can set boundaries. People often externalise boundaries but it’s also important to set boundaries for yourself:

what are the things you can’t compromise on? What are the things I can’t let go of? Once you’re able to build this foundation, it helps you stay true to yourself and then you don’t easily succumb to the pressure… Having a great support system and the right people around you also helps.

— Mitchel (Nee Ihezue) Ukachukwu

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How can women embrace their unique identities in their fields and industries and also redefine beauty for themselves?

There is strength in knowing that everything that makes me who I am is ammunition, it’s power on its own, there is no other person like me. It doesn’t matter where I am, I know that I can buy a certain level of credibility with my uniqueness and I have to celebrate that.

I want to encourage women to have a sense of self awareness like no other. Be able to tell yourself what is true, what is fabricated and what is a lie.

— Zainab Balogun

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The digital world has penetrated more into society and it has stolen the opportunity to paint your life in the direction that you want without looking at anything that has been curated. It’s not a bad thing to have mentors and people that you look up to, however, you can get lost if you don’t have your own sense of individuality.

It is important to be able to differentiate between real life and social media; and have a strong foundation to enable you not to get carried away by the buzz.

— Mitchel Ukachukwu

When asked how people can celebrate diversity and inclusivity within the concept of womanhood pulling from her recent viral interview on stereotypes against women and marriage, Mojibade Sosanya responded:

I am a single woman over 3o and I am not ashamed of it. I am single yet I am complete, highlighting the fact that there is no shame in singleness and there is no shame in desiring to be married.

I want to be married but I am not yet married and I am not going to put my life on hold until that happens, I am going to live my life to the fullest and I always preach this to every young female that I speak to wherever I go. I am happy to live my life to the fullest until marriage comes.

It is a completely horrible mindset to stereotype women that are not married and we must fight it. You can be 40 yet happy and single, singleness is not a condition, you are just unmarried and that is what it is. It doesn’t make you lesser than anyone who has gotten married and who gave us these timelines?

I need us to build a better society where women can live to their full potential whether they are married or not. A society without pressure and just letting people be and allowing them to breathe. Whatever phase you are in, allow yourself to breathe and bask in the beauty of that phase.

I am single, I am happy, I am thriving…

Watch the full interview for more inspiration and join us this Saturday at 5 PM WAT on @bellanaijastyle‘s Instagram LIVE for the final episode of #BNSCONVOS during the 5th edition of our Women’s Month celebration.

See You There!

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]]> The Workwear Looks BN Style Editors Are Loving This Week | Edition 206 https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/03/workwear-looks-edition-206/ Wed, 27 Mar 2024 21:30:48 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1650630 This edition features interesting outfits and looks for every woman and man regardless of personal style. In this edition, you’ll find all the style inspo needed for you to turn up at your office looking stylish and to stand out in the best ways possible. With style inspiration from our favourite celebrities and real-life career […]

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This is the BNStyle Workwear Series – your weekly fix of workwear fashion. Check on real career women and men with real styles below. Consider this your guide to navigating chic, workwear style whenever, wherever.

For more workwear inspiration on Instagram, tap the Follow button @BellaNaijaStyle.

 

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]]> Rockstar Designers at Onalaja & Wanni Fuga Discuss ‘Strategies for Success in Dynamic Markets’ | WATCH https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/03/strategies-for-success/ Wed, 27 Mar 2024 07:00:41 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1650565 Two (2) visionary women who are the beautiful brains behind two (2) of Africa’s most in-demand global fashion brands joined BellaNaija Style to discuss “Strategies for Success in Dynamic Markets” on the 3rd episode of #BNSCONVOS during the 5th edition of BellaNaija Style Women’s Month. In an insightful LIVE conversation moderated by Oluwadunsin Sanya — a leading editor […]

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]]> Two (2) visionary women who are the beautiful brains behind two (2) of Africa’s most in-demand global fashion brands joined BellaNaija Style to discuss “Strategies for Success in Dynamic Markets” on the 3rd episode of #BNSCONVOS during the 5th edition of BellaNaija Style Women’s Month.

In an insightful LIVE conversation moderated by Oluwadunsin Sanya — a leading editor at BellaNaija, Kanyinsola Onalaja, the founder and lead designer at the Onalaja brand and Toluwani Wabara, the owner and creative director of Wanni Fuga shared tested and proven strategies for success in today’s VUCA world from their point of view.

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On switching careers and establishing Wanni Fuga, Toluwani said:

It started with wanting a simple outfit for a day out with friends and not being able to find one. Then I started to follow my mum to the market who was in the fashion business at that time. While she did her own thing I’d wander off to do my own thing and get her tailors to bring my designs to life. People started noticing what I was wearing, which was how the brand started.

On what inspired her fashion journey and formed into Onalaja, Kanyinsola said

My mum was also in the fashion industry but not conventionally. She created fabrics for other designers and taught me how to sew, how to draw, and all the things required for the foundation so I could build on it.

I also went down the traditional route of going to fashion school for undergrad and master studies. I worked as an embroidery consultant in the fashion industry for a while and just like my mum, I created fabrics for other designers. I just took the jump, to find the gap in the market and find pieces that spoke to me.

On maintaining originality while being innovative in an ever-changing market while staying true to brand identity and values, the women had this to say:

The brand strategy hasn’t changed, it’s just being streamlined and focused and we are being very intentional about everything that we do with the business module. We decided to go more of a made-to-order approach so that everything is tailored and custom-made to meet the needs of the client.

Community building is important to me so it’s not just about me, there’s a larger picture. So I place a high priority on my customers. On innovation, I am very flexible and adaptable to see what works and doesn’t, I’m also very big on textiles and texture.

It’s about the process and building on the knowledge I have. What can I do to make this fabric different? So for me, it’s taking the small and building on it with the knowledge I have.

— Kanyisola Onalaja

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Innovation is important if you want to lead the market and innovation requires creativity and creativity requires information.

I’ve been able to identify this and so I bring it forward with my team, we have a business strategy meeting; Wanni Fugai is not just me, it’s a bunch of people who have come together for the business to be what it is today. In these meetings, we review trends, develop prototypes, do a lot of trial and error, we review what our competitors doing.

Innovation isn’t only about designs as a fashion creator, it can range from anything like your operational approach, your customer service, and your marketing. Staying updated on different areas of your business is important. Early adaptation to trends is important, you don’t want to jump on something too late so you don’t potentially miss an opportunity.

At all times, I try to draw my team basic to our core values so that in everything this core values/mission statement guides the team and the business as a whole.

— Toluwani Wabara

On diverse educational background and this has affected her approach to entrepreneurship in the Nigerian fashion industry, Toluwani said:

I had no prior foundation in fashion so in terms of fashion knowledge I’m working backwards. I’ve had to learn things on the job and also take myself back to learn. Learning can be hard but I’m getting on with it fine, I had to take various courses and I’m currently still learning too.

On balancing jumping on trends and still creating timeless pieces

It goes back to your mission statement and ethos. What is it that your brand represents? Once you identify that, it’s easier to realise that not every trend applies to your brand and filter through it.

— Kanyinsola Onalaja

Q: There are elements of African arts and tradition in your design, how does this contribute to the representation of African fashion on the global stage?

I’m half Yoruba and half Edo and so most of my inspiration comes from both tribes. Whether it’s with the hand beading the textures or the colours, I just love to represent where I’m from.

What makes Africa amazing is that there are so many different versions of Africa and it’s an opportunity to show how diverse we are and how we can cater to various silhouettes and demographics but still be African.

— Kanyinsola Onalaja

Q: Will you say that international recognition and attention have opened up opportunities for you and other African designers?

I think so, there are more opportunities now to interact with buyers, and showrooms and just put ourselves out there and with social media there is a dynamic way with what we are doing.

— Kanyinsola Onalaja

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It all just comes down to international exposure. Seeing more growth, interacting with more customers and opening our businesses up to new markets. It also opens the brand up for feedback, good or bad. These feedbacks are taken into consideration when developing new products for the brand.

— Toluwani Wabara

Q: Has international exposure influenced your approach to brand visibility and brand growth? 

As much as the brand is growing and becoming more visible, the core thing is that we are catering to our customers and creating very special pieces for them. We decided to do made-to-order where our customers can request for the dresses to be created for specific things. We also create these pieces for every other event. More than the brand visibility, the community matters.

— Kanyinsola Onalaja

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You must be prepared for the feedback that this visibility gives you. Also, monitor the insights because it gives you a lot of information about where these customers are coming from.

— Toluwani Wabara

When asked what lessons they have learnt from interacting with high-profile clients, the women had this to say

Make your quality speak for you, focus on making your products the best possible version they can be, and be open to feedback. It’s really about the quality of your work.

— Kanyinsola Onalaja

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Whether it’s hiring more hands or working overtime because you want to sustain and retain these customers. Feedback matters too because you want these customers to keep patronising you

— Toluwani Wabara

Q: What growth opportunities did you seize? How can budding fashion entrepreneurs identify these opportunities?

You have to have a strong narrative and identity to be able to cross borders. Your community also have to understand what this identity is. You also have to put yourself out there more

— Kanyinsola Onalaja

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We focus on watching trends. My team scan to see what is new and trending and this keeps me informed during the product development phase and helps with marketing strategies both locally and internationally. We sometimes have to switch our focus when we see it necessary, it’s all dependent on consumer behaviour.

— Toluwani Wabara

Q: How do you approach mentorship and collaboration within the industry?

Knowing that not everything is a competition and you can collaborate in different ways. It’s also good to have not just a community of customers but a community of creatives, designers and people who have the same vision as you

— Kanyinsola Onalaja

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Mentorship and collaboration are important and the future of collaboration between female entrepreneurs is looking very promising as women today continue to break down barriers. Collaboration is important because it allows you to share knowledge, and experience and pull each other’s expertise.

The onus is on you as a brand owner to reach out to whoever you want to collaborate with. Do your research about the brand and person, reach out to them and give them a proposal that they can’t resist.

— Toluwani Wabara

There is no doubt that these women poured from the enormous wealth of knowledge they have accumulated over the years building their impressive businesses.

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]]> It’s The Bold, Voluptuous & Chic Aya Nakamura This Week On BNStyle Plus Sound https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/03/bnstyle-plus-sound-aya-nakamura/ Sun, 24 Mar 2024 13:00:04 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1650066   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by LA NAKAMURANCE (@ayanakamura_officiel) Hi BellaStylistas! BNStyle Plus Sound is back! This is a mini-series our team developed during #BNSWomensMonth22 to celebrate how our faves use their style to elevate their brand and inspire us with their fabulous looks. We will be highlighting their fashion highlights each week this month. […]

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Hi BellaStylistas! BNStyle Plus Sound is back! This is a mini-series our team developed during #BNSWomensMonth22 to celebrate how our faves use their style to elevate their brand and inspire us with their fabulous looks. We will be highlighting their fashion highlights each week this month. For this year’s edition, we will spotlight 4 amazing female artists with incredible styles.

Aya Coco Danioko, known by her stage name Aya Nakamura, is a Malian-French pop singer who published her music online, gaining a following with “Karma” and “J’ai mal“. Notably, her song “Brisé“, garnered traction on Youtube.

She released her debut album “Journal Intime” in 2017, closely followed in 2018 by Nakamura, which was certified Diamond in France. Two (2) years after its release, the Nakamura album passed the billion streams mark on Spotify, making her the most listened-to French-language female artist on Spotify.

Aya is known for her sleeky straight hairstyles. Her fashion sense cuts across comfort and sultry. She’s boldly voluptuous, her style blends confidence with what’s been described as a Parisian flair.

Aya in a monochrome Louis Vuitton pieces

Aya in sultry green spaghetti-strapped bodycon, promoting her song titled “Hype”

Rocking the shirtless blazer trend with a pair of thigh-high hose

Aya in an open-back halterneck velvet dress

Sporting a sleeveless 2-toned bodycon

Aya in a sheer jumpsuit flanked by Ayra Starr for ‘Hype’ music video

Aya as Black Barbie

in an edgy black piece

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A plunging neckline + a snatched facebeat

Aya in an asymmetrical purple bodycon  for her Lancome ambassadorial shoot

Aya serving wet-look fabric for a music video shoot

All black on the street

Did somebody say tights or boots?

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]]> Bonang Matheba, Blue Mbombo, Miss SA 2023 & More in ‘Shades of Gold’ at the 26th South African Style Awards https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/03/sa-style-awards-2024/ Sun, 24 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1650072 The 26th edition of the South African Style Awards recently held at Sandton Hotel in Johannesburg was all shades of elegance. Themed “Shades of Gold” the event saw fashionistas, influencers, and media personalities show up in gorgeous golden outfits. From dresses with thigh-high slits to short gowns, you know that fashion was served! See our recap […]

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]]> The 26th edition of the South African Style Awards recently held at Sandton Hotel in Johannesburg was all shades of elegance. Themed “Shades of Gold” the event saw fashionistas, influencers, and media personalities show up in gorgeous golden outfits. From dresses with thigh-high slits to short gowns, you know that fashion was served! See our recap below:

Bonang Matheba

 

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Dress: @amyaghomi
Stylist: @dahmola
Glam: @joycejacob_jjb
Photo: @blaq_smith

Blue Mbombo

 

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Dress: @scalodesigner
Hair: @majestic_premium_collection
Photo: @raelsilver_rs

Natasha Joubert

 

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Custom gown: @jolachecouture
Fabric: @moosas_fabrics
Hair: @duchess_of_mane
Make-up: @byrachelannretief
Extensions: @mayne__international

Nadia Nakai

 

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Dress: @gertjohancoetzee
Photo: @handsomeofficialstudios_ig

Ndavi Nokerii

 

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Dress: @gerritpienaardesigns
Video: @raelsilver_rs

Ratile Boitumelo Mabitsela

Dress: @fabianicollection x @warrickgautier
Hair: @sizwe_hairstyle
Photo: @emp_cyclone

Nobuhle Mimi Mahlasela

 

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Dress: @gertjohancoetzee
Glam: @michelle_liebenberg_makeup
Photo: @brad_stone_photography

Motshidisi Mohono

 

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Photo: @thapelomabotja_za
Glam: @nthabi_sbahle_tshabalala
Hair: @the_verge_naturals
Dress: @errefashion
Stylist: @miaatess

Celeste Khumalo

 

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Palesa Tembe

 

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Dress: @gerritpienaardesigns
Photo @mashangwa
Glam: @makeupbyminkzz

Siyamthanda Ndube

 

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Lasizwe

 

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Styl: @kgosilesego
Hair: @rockets.man
Photo: @kelvin_tanakaphotography

Luthando “Lootlove” Shosha

 

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Hair: @lajawihair
Glam: @lloydmbeauty
Dress: @amkelojiyane
Stylist: @siya_weloveher
Photo:  @ikanyengrammutla

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]]> Hairvolution: How Elsie Rogers Discovered Opal Unisex Hair Growth Serum for hair transformation. https://www.bellanaija.com/2024/03/the-elrog-hairvolution/ Sat, 23 Mar 2024 09:00:54 +0000 https://www.bellanaija.com/?p=1645078 By Taiwo 'Ed' Oluseye

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]]> In the vast world of hair care, few brands can claim a journey as remarkable as El’Rog. Founded by the visionary entrepreneur Elsie Rogers, this UK-approved natural unisex hair growth and hair care products company has gone from humble beginnings to become a renowned global brand.

Elsie’s inspiration for Unisex Hair Growth was sparked during the challenging times of the Covid-19 pandemic. As a woman going through menopause, she found herself battling with not just hormonal changes, but the stress of lockdown and homeschooling two sons one with Autism and the other preparing for A’Level exams. As she saw her once beautiful hair thinning, she embarked on a quest to find a solution.

This led Elsie to delve into a two-year extensive research on the benefits of natural plants and oils for damaged hair and dry scalp and discovered natural products across Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Oceania. Combining her findings with her passion for creating effective solutions, Elsie began experimenting with formulations in her kitchen.

With the help of her intelligent son, Christian, the birth of Opal – a revolutionary unisex hair growth serum – marked the turning point for El’Rog. It is UK cosmetic-approved and uniquely formulated with 14 natural products such as black rice, green tea and rosemary.

Not stopping at hair care alone, Elsie recognized the neglected realm of beard care. Observing that many men failed to give their beards the attention they deserved, El’Rog extended their range to include products like the popular Citrine men’s beard growth and moisturising oil, which is also UK cosmetic-approved.

Today, El’Rog’s products have found their way into Amazon’s FBA in the UK and will be across Europe and Africa by the summer of 2024. Products can be shipped to Africa via her website. With a commitment to creating natural and effective solutions, El’Rog has become a trusted name for individuals seeking to rejuvenate their hair and unleash their full potential.

Beyond her success with El’Rog, Elsie’s professional background brings immense credibility to her brand. With over 25 years of experience in business change and transformation, she has led high-profile projects across various industries, spanning banking, finance, insurance, retail, payment card, and government sectors.

Elsie Rogers’ journey from personal struggle to global hair care success exemplifies the power of persistence, insight, and the determination to create products that truly make a difference. As El’Rog continues to expand its reach, it is clear that Elsie’s passion and transformative vision will remain at the heart of this exceptional brand.

Finally, to forge stronger ties with our customers who may face import expenses, we are eager to extend our affiliate programme to Africa, specifically Nigeria. We are elated to welcome individuals who wish to partake in this opportunity and engage with our brand, while also mitigating any potential financial hardships associated with import fees.

Stockist information and social media:
Online store: Ome’s Beauty Mart – Supplements and Skin Store

Instagram: @Omesbeautymart

Walk-in store: B25 Akwa Ibom Plaza, Trade Fair Shopping Complex, Lagos
Badagry Expressway; Instagram: Chidivine_cosmetics

For inquiries, send an email to info@el-rog.com or visit their website
Phone: +447415371719
Instagram: @ElrogLtd
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