Style Focus: Kcee aka Limpopo Master

I saw this picture of Kcee on a blog where the blog administrator asked 'hot-or-not?'; this then brought to mind that there two options that could have warranted such a question(It doesn't even sound like a question anyway), either the blog administrator was on the same page with Kcee or it was all laced with sarcasm.

After I saw the image above, I quickly said hello to my bestfriend-google and the rest I saw were almost more nightmarish than the above. After seeing loads of images of the self acclaimed 'limpopo' master (whatever that means *sighs*), I concluded that style and Kcee should never appear in the same sentence except it is a negative one.

There's no crime in growing up as a local dude, there will only be a problem if you refuse shake off the village mentality dressing that once plagued you. And one will wonder that this dude sang Oprekete; which satirically  'yabbed'/criticized girls who could never get used to the good life though they acted so. Who is the ultimate oprekete now?

What statement is he trying to make here?

See more images after the cut...

Merry Christmas Everyone!!!

Let's pull out all the stops and celebrate! We have a Savior—He is Christ the Lord! The good news of Jesus' birth is as wonderful today as it was over 2,000 years ago.

As you celebrate this Christmas season, I want you to remember just how precious and loved you are.

I love you, and I'm so grateful that you have been a wonderful part of this blog thus far. Thank you.

Most important of all... Jesus loves you. He loves you so much that He came to earth so you might live in His grace, both now and forevermore. May you and your family rest, receive and revel in His unconditional, never-ending love this Christmas and in the new year to come.

From me to you with love!

AD by Agbani Darego Releases Lookbook - 'Affordable Luxury'

AD by Agbani Darego releases its first lookbook that explores minimalist chic to perfection.

Clean, sophisticated and drenched in luxury, the lookbook features the brands current range of products; from its safari style Khaki zip-front dress to the AD Hobo, the versatile AD Tunic and its range of jeans that include the “Nosa”, “Ify”, “Aisha” and the beloved “Bola”.

The lookbook includes a fresh mix and match of designs that provide absolutely delicious & alluring style inspiration. See the collection after the cut...

Glitz Africa Magazine’s publishes list of the 20 Most Beautiful Women in Africa; Genevieve Nnaji, Omotola Jalade-Ekehinde, Agbani Darego, Orluchi Orlandi, Tiwa Savage all made the cut!

Yesterday Glitz Africa Magazine unveiled its 2013 Fashionista issue with Big Brother Africa stars;Vimbai, Barbz and Zainab on the cover. (click here to see).

Inside the issue, they profiled the 20 Most Beautiful Women in Africa.

See the full list after cut...

From Maheeda to all of us with love this Christmas! :)

 

Maheeda has released some raunchy xmas photos for whatever reason! And it's here for your viewing pleasure/displeasure; mostly distasteful in my case. But as they say, one man's puff puff is another man's bomb! So I'll ask anyway- Are Maheeda's pictures hot or not? View more after the cut...

Celebs at the Future Awards- Africa Best 100

 

On Sunday December 15, The Future Awards Africa 2013 was formally opened at a special event celebrating the Best 100 - past winners at State House, Abuja by President Goodluck Jonathan.

Celebrity guests in attendance were Uche Jumbo, Stephanie Okereke Linus, Timi Dakolo, Adesuwa Onyenokwe, Mrs. Awosika, Joseph Benjamin, Cobhams Asuquo, Kemi Lala Akindoju, OC Ukeje, Gideon Okeke, amongst others. See more photos from the event after the cut...

Toke Makinwa Vs Damilola Adegbite

Toke Makinwa

Damilola Adegbite

It's a match up between our fave ubiquitous, 'single again', OAP- Toke Makinwa, and actress Damilola Adegbite. Both wore a sequinned, one shoulder, sweetheart neckline cocktail dress designed by April by Kunbi.

While Toke wore hers to the Africa’s Next Top Model Launch Party/Paul Okoye’s Girlfriend’s Surprise Birthday Party on Friday 8th November 2013, Damilola don hers at the Johnnie Walker Step Up to the VIP Event on Saturday 30th November 2013.

Who looks better in the red number???

Mercy Johnson Okojie's Latest pictures

 
Nice dress! I want ooooooooo. lol. View more images after the cut!

Stylish Return to our African Roots (2)!

About 2 months ago I wrote a topic where I spoke about african prints and stole gathered pictures across different websites to aid budding stylista get the perfect designs for that Aso ebi! Today, I have decided to do a part 2 of the post (permit my tardiness in posting this). For the first part, click here.

The Aso oke Oleku dress by Alter Ego (It's a faux wrapper; so you still get the traditional look without the headache of a possibility of the wrapper going loose. You can get the dress here

Lookbook: Taryor Gabriel's 'Envy' Collection

 Taryor Gabriels is out with another collection. But this time, he takes it back in time, and from his design table he has come up with irresistible vintage pieces for the male style icon who isn't afraid to be expressive and outstanding. Be the retrogade but stylish perfect gentleman in one of these exquisite pieces.

 View the rest of the collection after the cut.

Yomi Casual's defines the 'Redefined Man' through his New Collection

Yomi Casual creatively portrays the trans-generational appeal of his new collection by the fashionable men that modeled his stylish new outfits. Desmond Elliot, Zack Orji, Alex Ekubo, Ali Baba, Sammie Okposo, Uti Nwachukwu, IK Ogbonna, BBA Melvin Oduah model the designer's latest collection which he calls "The Redefined Man'.

Yomi casual explains
"My latest designs are more than another set of elegant collections that redefines the look of men with taste, they are also a foretaste of what redefined style would be for metropolitan men in the coming year 2014.".

View the rest of the collection after the cut...

Nollywood Actor, Benson Okonkwo Poses in Pink Speedo

At some point, it was all about female Nigerian celebrities showing off bikini bodies but these days the men, have decided against taking the backseat in this 'field'.

Benson Okonkwo decided emulate Prince Uzoegwu by wearing the male speedo. Is this fast becoming a 'water-side' trend amongst the male celebs in this part of the world?

 

Pictures-'Tinsel' Star Gbenro Ajibade; Wet and Wild!!!

I shouldn't post this on a Monday morning when everyone is probably trying to get busy with work, and getting started with all the unfinished businesses from the previous week, but I reckon it will do no harm to make some ladies drool at the sight of these images.
As the cliche goes; all work and no play makes jackeline a dull chic!

See more hot pictures after the cut...

Will Crop Tops Ever Become a Trend In Nigeria?

Each time I pick up one of these top fashion mags in Nigeria to read, I am appalled when I read fashion write ups ranting about the 'crop top' as an emerging fashion trend in Nigeria. The magazines talk about the summer and how the crop top is the perfect outfit to remain stylish and comfortable for the season.  It's understandable, that we are going global and so is our fashion drive but the crop top becoming a trend??? That's pushing overboard, in my opinion.

First and foremost, it will be important to note that this post isn't coming from a religious angle, so don't get me wrong, infact, I sometimes admire crop tops on celebs who rock it for concert performances.

The crop top is one fashion trend that will probably never trend on our streets in Nigeria. It may be feasible amongst those with  rides to attend events and all they have to do is to get into their teensy weensy piece, step into their posh rides, drive down, alight at the venue and go enjoy the event or

Mandela's Life in Brief (RIP Madiba)

Here is a look at the life of Nelson Mandela, Nobel Peace Prize winner and former president of South Africa.

Personal:
Birth date: July 18, 1918

Birth place: Mvezo, Transkei, South Africa.

Birth name: Rolihlahla Dalibhunga Mandela

Father: Gadla Henry Mphakanyiswa, a counselor to the royal house of the Thembu tribe

Mother: Nosekeni Fanny Mandela

Marriages: Graca (Machel) Mandela (July 18, 1998-present); "Winnie" (Madikizela) Mandela (1958-1996, divorce); Evelyn (Ntoko) Mandela (1944-1958, divorce)

Children: with Winnie Mandela: Zindzi, 1960 and Zenani, 1959; with Evelyn Mandela: Makaziwe, 1953; Makgatho, 1950-January 6, 2005; Makaziwe, 1947-1948; Thembekile, 1946-1969

Education: University of South Africa, law degree, 1942

Other Facts:
He was given the name Nelson by a school teacher. He is also sometimes called Madiba, his traditional clan name.

And the award for the worst blogger goes to...

... Abby!!! lol

Who else will get the award if not me? *covers face*

Often times I blog inconsistently and at other times I'm M.I.A! What can I say?? Short of words to type, I've run out of excuses to give, however, I'm not short of apologies to tender.

My apologies go to those that pop into my blog often to get updates and are greeted by bland posts about a celeb sighting, or some crappy stories(those are the lucky ones) and for those that meet nothing but post which are days old(the not so lucky ones); combining an hectic 8-5 with blogging and writing isn't much of an easy task I must confess but I'll try my best not to disappoint.

I wish I was doing purely gossip or worldwide fashion, I'm not sure I'll not find copying and pasting much of an arduous task... well, that's what I think, as they say- "You'll never know till you try"

I sometimes wish I could quit my job for the blog but I can't, for two principal reasons; y'all know one and the other is cause I love what I do shikena!

I can't promise to be more consistent but I can say that I will try my best.

To my consistent readers, I say thanks, to the search engine poppers, I say bookmark, to those who find time to comment on my blog, I go always pray for you and those who are still beefing; beef is too tough, try fish or pork!

Love ya all and don't forget to leave your comment in the comment box; scold me if you have to but the opinion is more important to me. :)

Waje's Stunning Editorial Spread for Zen Magazine

                       

Big, bold and beautiful are grossly insufficient cliches to describe Waje on the editorial spread for Zen magazine; let's just say ravishing, curvaceous and uber-talented will do a bit of justice to the exceptional songstress's look in these images (No sugar coating.lol)

View more of the stunning images after the cut...

Ghanian Fashion label, Love April, releases it's Lookbook

Love April, an emerging African Fashion label from Ghana has released its lookbook titled 'Over-sized Tribalism'. The design label which is headed by Nina Barkers-Woode, has this to say about the collection:

"Our motive was to not only harness the Barkers-Woode woman’s natural female form through dramatic tribal prints but to also uniquely contemporize the look and feel of each piece. Inspired by the world history generations of women and androgyny artworks, the Oversized Tribalism collection plays on the mixture of minimalism and femininity.

Our exaggerated seam-lines emphasis our cling to modern culture. Our true, bare, chic necklines keep us in the realm of ancients. Our abstracted textured prints will ultimately immortalize the classic style and feel of a woman."

I completely love all the pants in this collection but my fave is definitely the graphic jumpsuit; I love the form, the design and from the little I can see from the image, it looks well tailored. I would have preferred it in a brighter colour tho'.

 See more from the collection after the cut...

Wanna make a 'Statement'??? Try this!

Talk of a statement making Bandage dress, then you will be talking about this!!! I'm sure the father of bandage dresses, Herve Leger couldn't have conceived this; not in this lifetime and not in the next!!! (if you believe in reincarnation that is.)
If there is a dearth of clothes on earth and this is the only outfit left, I will rather strut proudly in my birthday suit than rock this piece. YUP!!! You heard me right.

Photos: Celebs at the celebration of Channel O's 16th Anniversary

Damilola Adegbite, Beverly Osu and Vixen Ekwerre

It's been 16 years since Chanel O, has been blessing various music enthusiasts across continents with good African music and ahead of the Chanel O Music Awards that will be taking place on the 30th November, the music channel celebrated it's 16th anniversary yesterday at the Dollhouse night club in Victoria Island, Lagos. Check out the captured fashion moments after the cut..

17 Year Old Cynthia Abdulahi Wins Nigeria's Next Supermodel 2013

Following the finale which held on Saturday 23rd November 2013 at the Oriental Hotels, Lagos, 17 year old Kogi State native Cynthia Abdulahi was named the winner of the Nigeria’s Next Supermodel 2013. Cynthia, who burst into tears as soon as her name was called, left the event with the winning title, a brand new Hyundai Accent car courtesy of Studio 24 and a 1 year modelling contract with Isis model agency.

See more images after the cut...

Celeb Sightings Over the Weekend

There were so many events over the weekend and trust the Toke Makinwas of this world to bust their butts into the parties. lol. From the fairytale wedding between Tiwa Savage and Tee Billz, to the ELOY awards; an award that celebrates the works of women (hope to win one someday *wishful thinking mode activated*), to the launch of a self titled magazine by Monalisa Chinda, our celebs were everywhere and trust me to check them out online and serve them to you hot and spicy.

Let me quickly start off with the beautiful Monalisa Chinda in Jewel By Lisa

Monalisa donned a Jewel by Lisa piece at the launch of her eponymous magazine. As we mostly know, Jewel By Lisa has successfully discarded the age old fashion rule that states you can't mix two prints in an outfit and over the years, they have consistently broken that rule in a stylish way. This (one pictured above) is a paradigm of JBL's designs. Mixing of prints in an outfit is definitely not an easy task but JBL makes it seem like a piecemeal.

The mix of prints here is JBLic and I love the assymetric trumpet hem, my guts tell me it's heavily embellished, but the picture doesn't say much. But judging by the picture, this outfit fits perfectly on Mona, I like the choice of shoes too, it's not there to compete with the dress but rather complement it, would have preferred if the hair was pushed back tho', but all in all, it isn't a bad attempt.

Beautiful Faces and Styles at Tiwa  and Tunji's wedding

 

Agbani Darego and Funke Akindele

Check out 5 Common Makeup Mistakes + How to Avoid them

Every now and then when we are in a hurry to get out of the house and wow that audience but still look pretty, we may slip up on a couple of things; especially with our makeup. These are things which sometimes can be avoided even though some of them are just inevitable.

Mistakes are a part of the human psyche, it is inevitable because humans aren’t perfect. So don’t feel bad when some of the mistakes listed below apply to you (I have been caught making some of them too).
Without further ado, here are some common makeup mistakes we encounter everyday:

Congolese Fashion Label Modahnik presents its Fall/Winter 2013 Collection

                            

Be Unique, be Modhanik in custom made prints of bright hues and bold prints! 

According to the designer; “The inspiration for this collection came from henna tattoo I received at my brother’s wedding in Mali, West Africa. I wanted to create a vibrant collection that was not only unique but also very bold. This is clearly seen in each look throughout the collection“.

View the collection after the cut..

Names and Faces of the Finalists of the Nigeria's Next Supermodel Contest

The finale of the 2013 edition of the Nigeria's Next supermodel will take place on the 24th of November at the Oriental Hotel, Lagos. See other finalists after the cut...

Happy Birthday to President Goodluck Jonathan

This is coming late but as the cliche goes; it's better late than never.
On that note, I shout a happy Birthday to our dear President Goodluck Jonathan.
May you God give wisdom, knowledge and understanding to take our beloved country to greater heights!
Lots of love from fashion minders!!! :) :) :)

Victoria Kimani Shows Off Her New Tattoos

Chocolate city artist, Victoria Kimani, shared photos of her new 'tatted' up body on instagram yesterday and asked if her fans like it.

Xclamations to Unveil It's latest collection- Silks, Frankincense and Myrrh

Mrs Tomi Rotimi; Creative Director of Xclamations.

One of the finest designers in the fashion industry will be unveiling it's yuletide collection tagged "Silks, Frankincense and Myrrh"; capturing the spirit of the season in garments fit for royalty!!!

The event will be taking place on the 22nd and 23rd of November 2013 at Adeola Hopewell, Victoria Island between 10am and 7pm daily.

Be the first to pick from the unique pieces strutted on the runway at the day 1 of the Lagos Fashion and Design Week!!!

To view the off the runway looks of the collection, click here

Lui Clothing Debut Collection

Lui Clothing is a contemporary African inspired female label. Their debut collection ranges from skirts,pants,shorts to gowns and blouses. According to designer;

'Our E.N.C.O.R.E collection is aimed to shows the different characteristics of an African woman, the Energetic, Natural,Creative,Outstanding,Raw Endearing features that we posses as African women and a lot more. It portrays the Elegance of our today’s African Woman, though contemporary but with a twist of its nature'

More from the collection after the break...

Genevieve in Iconic Invanity at Peter Okoye and Lola Omotayo's Wedding

 

Yes, this stale, but since no one blogged about the designer, I decided I will write about it. No kissing of a**es, but this dress was made by one of my favorite designers in Nigeria (If not my fave sef)! Yup! You guessed right, it was designed by the ever iconic Iconic Invanity.

The dress would have been all right, no wrong, if Ms Genie hadn't wrecked the design with that neckpiece of hers; absoultely unnecessary (especially with the long hair), she totally took away from the gorgeous design of the dress!

A similar design was worn by Rita Dominic to the Nollywood Movie Awards, where she was a winner in all ramifications, see below and on the right hand side is the exact version of the dress Genevieve wore on a model.

Studio 53's host Eku Edewor on the November Issue of SideView Magazine

Eku on the cover of the magazine. What do you think?