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Olori Ronke Ademiluyi Ogunwusi  – the force behind Africa Fashion Week London

Olori Ronke Ademiluyi Ogunwusi – the force behind Africa Fashion Week London

By Yemisi Suleiman Africa Fashion Week London is often seen through the glamour of the sold-out catwalk shows: the designers, the models, the fabrics, the front row and the celebration of African creativity in one of the world’s most influential fashion capitals. But behind the scenes is a much bigger story – one of a […]
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Economic meltdown -why domestics are becoming

Economic meltdown -why domestics are becoming

By BUNMI SOFOLA It was quite a sight watching Festus drive into the venue of a party in his flowing agbada. Cruising around looking for a parking slot, he finally manourvered his car into a tight spot – it was a fair distance from the party. With his agbada ballooning almost in protest as he […]

STYLE DAMAGE [1]Pick-‘n’-Drop

STYLE DAMAGE [1]Pick-‘n’-Drop

By Angela Olu- Ajetunmmobi I am forced to write about this innocent-looking hairstyle called ‘pick-‘n’-drop’, because I have finally confirmed what I thought all along: it and any other hairstyle that just leaves your hair hanging, is GUARANTEED to break your hair! It must, it can and it will break your hair, no doubt about […]

The peeping bra

The peeping bra

Not too long ago, I went bra shopping. Sorry if you didn’t get what I meant. I went brazier shopping and ran into a young designer that I happen to know. We had two big bags before us to pick from. As a conservative, classic personality, my natural instincts led me to picking the black ones. For me colour was not an issue.

Helping people in need has enrinched me- Erulu Dr. Olusola

Helping people in need has enrinched me- Erulu Dr. Olusola

Spending most part of a day in the office of the deputy governor of Osun State, gave one a glimpse of what governance is about. Almost everything she attempted to do was punctuated by a call or someone to attend to. There were of course, the courtesy visits. We even witnessed her manage a near crisis situation.

The Parable of the Woman and the Gem

The Parable of the Woman and the Gem

There once was a lovely woman blessed with unique talents. To outside observers, she appeared to have it all. Yet this woman failed to see her own beauty.

Silver/grey hair weekend

Silver/grey hair weekend

As a result of all the correspondence I received from all the white-haired women out there, the studio will be having a special weekend set aside for clients who have gone white [please put things in perspective, it is not grey hair!] and want to stay white.

I sing for mature people— Olumide Dada

I sing for mature people— Olumide Dada

Olumide is precocious in every way. In the polite way he addresses you, in his carriage and in his genre of music. He is only 24 years old for Christ’s sake! Olumide, a 400 level Actuarial Science student of the University of Lagos is a classical singer with a deep baritone voice, that belts out songs capable of melting the hardest of hearts.

Clutch it! 6 Classic Clutches

Clutch it! 6 Classic Clutches

It is true we love our oversized bags, but no single carryall bag finishes a dressy or formal gown like an exquisite clutch. Whether tucked snugly under your arm or dangling loosely in your recently manicured fingers, it is truly a statement all on its own. Here, we have gathered eight pretty, perfect fits for any holiday or casual gathering.

Nigerians are very current with fashion

Nigerians are very current with fashion

Mrs Padu Jiandani is an Indian based designer with over 22 years experience. Her works which are basically one of a kind-custom made haute couture have graced many countries of the world, USA, Canada and Singapore.

A priceless Gift: Honesty

A priceless Gift: Honesty

If I am hurting you in some way but you aren’t telling me what you think or how you feel, how can I adjust my behavior? I am not a mind-reader. In fact, I don’t think I’ve met anyone yet who is. Since we know people can’t read our minds, why do we assume that they can figure out how we feel by our subtle (or exaggerated) indirect messages? You know what I mean… sighing, rolling of the eyes, stoic silence or on the other hand, sarcastic remarks, cursing, yelling or stomping out.