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.

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.

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.

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.

Six months in Lagos and I have seen enough to safely say that there is a distinct misunderstanding of colour in this city. It is everywhere you look; on the streets, in fast food joints, and in interiors around Lagos we are working against rather than with colour.