Ella & Gabby Collection at MTN LFDW 2013.

The Ella & Gabby collection showcased at the 2013 GTBank LFDW was a continuation of her very much loved Autumn/Winter 2013 collection “Tropical Sophistication“. The pieces came in universal and vibrant colours ranging from black, green, tan, green, pink and red as well as the brands signature Ankara print and beading & embellishments. The runway showcase saw simple and chic dresses as well as other separates consisting of trousers, skirts and tops all beautifully crafted to suit today’s modern and fashionable woman who is no afraid to be the centre of attention.

Enough talk, check out the collection.

Ejiro Amos Tafiri’s Donna of The West Collection 2013

Ejiro Amos Tafiri, a design label known for its signature draping which is famous for accentuating the curves on every woman introduces its Resort 2014 collection themed “Donna of the West”.

Duro Olowu : Spring/Summer 2014 Collection Lookbook

Duro has done it again! Giving us a sneak peek at all the fashion goodness to expect in the Summer of 2014, Nigerian fashion designer Duro Olowu presents his 2014 Ready To Wear Spring/Summer Collection.

 

The collection goes crazy with colourful prints in eye popping colours and light & delicate silhouettes that would make the 2014 Summer fashion a breeze. Showcasing his signature patchworks, the pieces from the collection range from dramatic capes to beautiful floral print dresses. According to the designer he wanted to create pieces that were “not too bare, or too short, or too long, that could be worn layered or on its own, and that had a bias-cut fit that just brushed the body“.

 

For some reason I think Eku Edewor would rock the 5th piece perfectly, what do you think?

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Lanre Da Silva Ajayi : A/W 2013 “Pictorial Expression” Collection

Excitement is in the air as one of our favourite Nigerian-based fashion designer- Lanre DaSilva Ajayi has just released lookbook photos to her Autumn/Winter 2013 collection made specially for the Dolce & Gabbana Spiga Concept Store In Milan, Italy where the brand has been stocking her pieces since the beginning of this year.

The Autumn/Winter 2012 collection tagged “Pictorial Expression” has made use of special fabrics and accessories carefully constructed and placed to show creativity and design talent. Fabrics used for the collection include silk prints, lace and silk Aso-Oke, which have all been artistically crafted with beadings to show abstract designs of a woman’s beauty as well as bring out the patterns of the fabrics.

Photoshoot Credits
Model: Oby
Photographer: Moussa Moussa
Hair, Makeup & Styling: The LDA Team

For more information on Lanre DaSilva Ajayi, visit: Website: http://www.lanredasilvaajayi.com | Follow on Twitter: @LDACOUTURE| Like on Facebook” Lanre Da Silva Ajayi Couture

Stockists
Flagship Boutique
Address: 1B Lanre Da Silva Close Off Hannat Balogun Dolphin Extension Ikoyi, Lagos Nigeria
Mobile: +234 802 394 1463
By Appointment only!

Spiga 2 – Dolce & Gabbana Concept Store
Address: Via della Spiga 11-15, 20121 Milan, Italy
Phone Number: +39 02 7600 1155
Opening Times
Mon – Sat 10:00 – 19:00
Temple Muse
Address: No 21 Amodu Tijani Street, off Sanusi Fafunwa Street, Victoria Island, Lagos Nigeria
Mobile: +234 702 877 0691
Email: info@temple-muse.com

 

 

 

 

Think Michelle Obama in fitted leather pants, or a Lagos fashionista in a sultry floor length gown on the red carpet. The defined waisted siren screams “there is a new muse in town and she is here to stay!” She is ready to strip men of any shred of dominance with her tender yet independent attitude. Neat silhouettes, sexy heels, slim and sleek pencil skirts, she shows you the importance of power pencil skirts. Her spirit lingers in the 40s. This modern day Iconic Invanity woman brings to the table a vintage vavavoom that has long been lacking in our wardrobes.

Nancy Nwadire, Creative Director of Iconic Invanity never seizes to up the ante with every collection!
Temperature is on the rise this season as Iconic Invanity turns up the heat a notch with its sultry “Screen Siren” A/W13 Collection. Enjoy!

Photoshoot Credits

Photography: LOS

Stylist: Veronica Ebie-Odeka

Make-Up: Joyce Jacobs

Hair: Debs

Model:Tansey Coetzee

Catherine Addai :Kaela Kay Collections By Ghanaian Designer,

Kaela Kay is a forward thinking clothing line that transforms bold and extravagant prints into sexy, feminine and modern clothes – with an African flare. Kaela Kay’s success is due in part to the unique and ultramodern coupling of style and prints; the attention to intricate detail and creative symbolisms catapult Kaela Kay into the realm of luxurious fashion.

For more information, contact Kaela Kay Collections
Website: kaelakay.com
Facebook: /kaelakaycollections
Twitter: @kaelakayonline

 

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McMeka:”Work Hard, Play Hard” Collection

The McMeka Fall/Winter 2013/14 collection was inspired by the Wiz Khalifah’s video; “Work Hard Play Hard”. Focus is given to a man who is stylish yet hard-working. He understands the essence of great dressing in the business world. He is not just a hard worker but also a great dresser. Pieces from this collection emphasize the bodyline; made to fit and sits comfortably on the body. The collection is well defined of pure essence of male masculinity and intricate a mix of minimalism and class. Tuxedo with one row of button, plaid trousers, detailed coats, intriguingly elegant suits, all these wear create the trademark for this collection with classy yet ostentatious design. The colour palette varies from classical to neutral shades. The fabrics used (Tweed, Wool, Plaid) evoke full and exquisite luxury.

SEGI’s Presents 2013 Collection

Started in 2011, SEGI’s the African Accessory Label owned by Daphne Akatugba presents its 2013 collection lookbook. This collection presents bags, wallets and belts focusing on the Adire fabric and showing how stunning our made-in-Nigeria fabrics can be.

SEGI’s is an African Fashion accessory brand dedicated to the creation of beautiful bags, wallets and belts using African fabrics. Inspired by the desire to infuse African fabrics in a stylish way into our everyday wear, provide you with beautiful pieces and fantastic finish; SEGI’s is the label that makes you look fabulously African.

For more information visit
http://www.segisonline.blogspot.com | Email: segisonline@gmail.com| Like the Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/Segisonline | Follow on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/segisonline | Follow on Instagram http://www.instagram.com/segisonline | +234-816-290-8025 or +234-817-920-5340

Stockists: www.segisonline.blogspot.com| S’ Mofenik; 9 Ajose Street, Mende, Surulere, Lagos |

Credits
Photographer: Ayokunmi Omole
Make-up Artist: Omosalewa for OluMakeovers
Stylist: Eloho
Models: Maimuna Salihu and Tife Ogundokun for PAGES Modelling Agency

Ene Maya Lawani’s Head Gear Spring Collection 2013

Ex-Miss Nigeria, Ene Maya Lawani’s Spring 2013 collection was created to represent the different types of head accessory lovers there are. They include turbans, head wraps, fascinators and head jewelery.

According to the label, irrespective of beliefs or tribal affiliation, the collection has something for everyone. For the hijab wearer who wishes to try something different with a turban, to the church attender who wants to add a little extra  to her usual Sunday best with a fascinator.

High Heels: Avoid Those Blisters!

Jimmy Choo. Manolo Blahnik. Christian Louboutin. If these names mean nothing to you, then you’re obviously not a fan of the high-heeled shoe. Many women say you can’t have too many pairs of shoes. High heels make you look taller and give the illusion of longer, slimmer legs. Plus, many people simply find them fashionable.

Wearing stiletto heels allows you to wear confidence in style while looking amazing. Women look amazingly sexy in high heels as they often display the look of long lean legs and exaggerated sexy curves while also giving the appearance of looking slimmer. Walking in stiletto heels takes some getting used to which is why we complied this list to help you on your way to wearing stiletto shoes in style!

• Start small, with low heels and baby steps- literally. Move your way up to higher heels slowly.
• Pace back and forth, jump around carefully, walk, jog, even dance in your stiletto heels a bit to make sure they are comfortable and you are getting the hang of walking and living in them.
• Walk on lots of different surfaces and outdoor pavements with your heels. Try thick carpets, wooden floors, concrete, brick sidewalks. Be very careful to watch the cracks so you don’t twist your ankle.
• Practice using the stairs… again very carefully. Place your entire foot on each step as you walk down the steps, but only place the ball of your foot on each step as you go up. Hold onto that railing gracefully, just in case.
• If your stiletto heels are very high and have support around the entire foot you could try to add some cushion liners on the inside to make them fit firmer and give more cushioning to your feet. If your heels have little support or are strappy sandal types try to find some with a wider heel to make up for this.
• Once you are comfortable walking around in your stiletto heels for a while you can try higher heels, thicker pumps, and thinner heels. Just remember to care for your feet after you are done walking in heels. Let them rest up on a pillow and if you are lucky see if you can get a nice foot rub otherwise a nice soak in a warm tub of water also works great.