Sometimes, as a lady you feel you don’t have clothes to put on when you look into your closet. This is because some clothes are now out of trend or just plain boring. In such cases, you need to go shopping for new clothes. Shopping for new clothes is very exciting but your bank balances feel the impact at the end of the day. But If your bank balance is quite thick, you can shop for trendy pieces from anywhere. On the other hand if you’re on a budget , opt for thrift (popularly known as bend down select, Akube or Okirika). A thrift fashion haul is a simple way…
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How to dress and look expensive on a budget: 6 simple ways
Have you ever wondered how celebrities/bloggers look expensive? Naturally, your best guess is that they are all wearing big name brands like Prada, Gucci, etc. This is very true in most cases. And of course, wearing big designers means a huge spend from your bank balances. Just like a popular saying “money no be a problem“, you can own the world. However, looking expensive doesn’t have to based on your net worth or be too pricey. So, I am sharing 6 simple ways on how to dress and look expensive on a budget. Wear monochrome neutrals A very simple way to look expensive is by wearing neutral colors as monochrome.…
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GT fashion weekend 2019: Style inspo on what to wear for the weekend
The annual GT fashion weekend is a few days to go. It is that time of the year where you get to see the hardest designers showcase their creativity. Like every fashion week e.g. Newyork fashion week or heineken Lagos fashion week, there is this frenzy on what to wear. This because fashion week is that where you need to express your self using fashion as the words. So, getting the right outfit which will speak of your own personal style or that of a style icon is not a walk in the park. Here are some style inspiration to guide you through choosing your outfit. So, if you’re at…
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Ndubuisi Kanu Park: What you need to know and things to do
In Lagos state, there are some very fine recreational parks that you can visit on a budget. Most of these parks are free to access while others require a token fee. Some of the free parks are Johnson Jakande park, Muri Okunola park, etc. One of such park that is free to access is Ndubuisi Kanu park. Nduibuisi Kalu park Ikeja is located a few walks from Shop-rite behind JJT park. This park is also lovely with some facilities to enable you to have a good time. Ndubuisi kanu park has a children’s playground so it a good park for the family. Also, there is free wifi available for use.…
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Kalakuta Republic Museum,Ikeja: All you need to know and things to do
Kalakuta republic museum was the home of Late Legend Fela Anikulapo Kuti. This place once housed his followers i.e. his band members and dancers. It doubles as his home as well as a studio where he does his music. Fela Anikulapo Kuti was huge resistance to the government during his time. This made the then government send soldiers to destroy his house twice. So, the current Kalakuta republic museum is his 3rd house. Fela must have gotten his spirit of activism from his mother who also a strong activist. She also fought for Nigerian independence. After his death in 1997, his children, family, and fans decided to transform his house…
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5 fashion brands to shop affordable fashion pieces for your closet
Shopping new pieces for your fashion closet requires proper planning. To shop new clothes/accessories, you need to have an idea of the holes you need to fill in your closet. That is if your’re like me who sometimes feel you have too many tops with not enough pants or skirts to go with it. Also, you always need trendy pieces for your closet. Although , catching up with trends can be like a wild goose chase. There a lot of brands offering very trendy pieces both online or offline. But you have to ask yourself if they are affordable. Affordability is relative though. What is affordable for me may not…
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What is your opinion on the use of anklet?: 5 Nigerian fashion bloggers share their opinion.
There are a lot of misconceptions in our society today on the use of anklets (popularly known as leg chain). These misconceptions guide the attitude of people towards women who use this piece of jewelry. I was once wrongly perceived by someone that I just met as “a loose girl” on first sight because of anklet. Even my boss at work also had his opinion on my use of anklet to work. He had to convince himself that I wasn’t a lesbian though I use anklets. Imagine that!. Anklets for me is just like any other jewelry like bracelet, wristwatch or necklace. So, I wonder why ladies who wear anklets…
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How to dress stylish for your cold office; style tips
Typical of most offices is the freezing cold from the Air conditioner. It could get so cold that you may have to take hot tea all day. The effect is that you will visit the toilet as much as possible to offload. Your case is worse if you have to sit beside or under the air condition based on the office ergonomics. Sadly, there are very cold days where it either rained overnight or early that morning and your office air condition is also put on. This may be because you work in an institution that the office must be cold. e.g. banks, financial institutions, etc. Most 9-5vers can relate…
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Lekki conservation center Lagos: all you need to know and things to do
Lekki conservation center Lagos is exciting, fun and loved by the fearless. The fear factor is because of its famous long canopy walk. My day out to LCC was quite interesting and fun. Lekki Conservation park is located at Lekki epe expressway, Tipa bus stop. I almost missed my way trying to locate LCC on Sallah day. The reason is that one Lout ( Agbero) misled us, so I found myself in Ajah. This conservation center is also a home for wildlife animals like Crocodile, monkeys, etc. Entrance into Lekki conservation center Lagos and Fee After finding myself in Ajah, I took another bus back to Tippa bus stop. The…
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5 wardrobe essentials you should add to your summer fashion closet
Summer is one of the most anticipated season of the year around the world. Over here in Nigeria, Summer is the same as the rainy season. The weather is either too hot or too cold after a heavy downpour. In the western part of the world, it that time to ditch layering and thick clothing for the light clothes. Also, this switch in dressing mode means that you need to start digging into your closet to bring out your summer outfits. The bright colors, prints, loose dresses and the likes that go with summer. Nonetheless, whether summer or rainy season, there are some essential fashion pieces that you need for…
