Wednesday 8 August 2012

5 Latest Manicure Trends to Try


Caviar...Velvet...Magnetic...Galaxy...Tribal


In my previous post about Nails, I mentioned that nails have now become a fashion statement and accessory to complete our looks. Over the years nail art culture has increased with the likes of celebrities such as Rihanna, Amber Rose, Beyonce etc making the trend. I myself can not deny an art of fab nails when I see one.

1. Caviar:







Ciate is a UK based brand. The look offers a feminine and elegant 3-D effect that’s achieved with microbeads. You can purchase the kit at Sephora and have a go at DIY here who said you can't do a fab nail in your own home? I will sure give it a try :)

2. Velvet:


Velvet manicure. It promises to bring “decadent luxury to your fingertips”. The kit comes with crushed velvet, and is available with an array of colors that includes Berry Poncho (dark purple), Blue Suede, and Mink Cashmere. Just like the Caviar, this set can also be purchased at Sephora for under £20....that's not bad right?



3. Magnetic:



I'm sure you're probably thinking "magnetic nials?"....well I thought the same myself. Sally Hansen recently launched their take on the nail trend with colors like Golden Conduct, Electric Emerald, Graphite Gravity, and more. The polish is infused with magnetic particles that form a design when exposed to the specially designed magnet. Hmmmmm.


3. Galaxy:


The galaxy design is really out of this world (pun intended) ^__^. It doesn’t come in a kit, instead achieved manually here


5. Tribal print:

This trend has been spotted all over the place in the past one year and may I say they look hotttt.



They can be found in a variety of patterns. You can purchase nail wraps from ASOS to get the look. But of course I have a DIY option. Try it at home with details here

xoxoxo

Video Of The Week: Anam Achikwanu Illbliss ft Phyno

“Anam Achikwanu” features Phyno who also produced the track, has been awarded the video of the week but in my opinion has got to be the best rap video out of Nigeria in a long while. The music video genius Clarence Peters directed it so I'm sure you guys are in for a treat in terms of cinematography, animations, special effects and the clean-cut frames amongst many other things.

Wizzy 'Wizkid' a.k.a the Superstar also did a cameo appearence in the video alongside Tha Suspekt.
Enjoy!!!







Friday 22 June 2012

STYLE: Pick Of The Week

It's this week's style feature and once again its all about the regular girl/guy next door who loves to look uber fabulous whether its for an event, dinner, chilling with friends or maybe even to go watch movies.
I'm sure I speak for majority when I say the way you dress is how people address you and when you look good you also feel good about yourself.
Karima is this week's Pick of The Week and I would love to raid her closet if I had the chance lol. Enjoy :)


Meet Karima

H&M blazer, F21 t-shirt, Levi jeans, Aldo boots, Michael Kors watch

































 Old navy sweater
H&M pants
H&M ring
Micheal Kors watch
H&M bag
Aldo 'Rosemore' Pumps



Thrifted blouse
Vhocolate vest
H&M jeans
Michael Kors watch
Steven by Steve Madden 'Madee' loafers
Porox DIY clutch



Express blouse
Soho liquid tights
Michael Antonio "Mercer" wedge
Thrifted fur
Topshop ring
Thrifted blazer

Ralph Lauren shirt
Lacoste cardigan
Fossil watch
Dooney & Bourke satchel
Miss Me boots
No Boundaries shorts

Alexander Wang pants
Vintage blouse
Michael Kors 'Bradshaw' watch
Jessica Simpson 'Dany' platforms
Thrifted clutch

Thrifted sweater
Wrangler shorts
Thrifted hat
Givenchy stockings
Vintage backpack
Jeffery Campbell "Lita" boots


Thrifted blouse & hat
Urban Outfitters tights
Aldo boots
Fossil watch
H&M bag




Arden B blazer
"Frankie Says Relax" t-shirt
Wrangler shorts
Lulu bag
Asos booties



Thrifted sweater
Levi cut-off shorts
DIY stockings
Bongo boots
Tivoli satchel 




H&M jacket
Tramp dress
Givenchy stockings
Cambridge satchel
Jessica Simpson "Dany" platforms
Express glasses


Stay tuned for next episode on Pick of The Week  ^_^

xoxoxo

Saturday 16 June 2012

NUBI WANG FOR MEN: Dimeji Alara

Styling has become an image neccessity in African fashion and a number of stylists are bracing the fashion scene most especially men.

Dimeji Alara is a Paris-born Nigerian who works as a wardrobe and fashion stylist. His talents have led him to working for renowned fashion magazines such as Elle, GQ and Glamour. He has also styled fashion spreads in Nigerian magazines like Genevieve, MADE and Elan to name a few. His renowned reputation as the 'go-to stylist' has also led him to working in the entertainment industry, styling various prominent musicians in Nigeria.

Meet Dimeji






Check out some of Dimeji's work

 Soulful Asa (musician)

 Eku Edewor (TV presenter, model)
Chris Attoh (Actor)

 Mochedda (musician)




 Agbani Darego (Former Miss World)
 Terry G (musician)



xoxoxo