Tag: fashion

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October 25, 2012

TICKER: See the high-tech jacket gives you a hug every time someone likes you on Facebook

Created by MIT student Melissa Chow, the “like-a-hug” jacket makes virtual experiences a bit more realistic, by inflating and giving ...

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October 24, 2012

New collection, male line & more: ORIKI set for re-launch

by Rachel Ogbu African fashion house ORIKI has taken new steps in rebranding this year. First it changed its brand name from ...

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October 23, 2012

Say hello to perfect: High end shirts from Grosvenor come to Lagos

by Rachel Ogbu Grosvenor Shirts founded in 1999 by Karl Dunkley and John Quigley began retailing its brand with a ...

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October 11, 2012

Models sparkle at the Nigeria-South Africa Fashion Show – See Photos

What: Nigeria and South Africa Fashion Show. Where: Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos. When: October 6, 2012. Photos by Hycinth Iyereosa

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October 5, 2012

Ladies, would you carry the ‘hoop bag’?

by Isi Esene Fashionista or not! Let’s assume you get the bag for free, er… Seriously, ladies, would you use ...

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September 22, 2012

PHOTOS: Who looks crazier: Gaga or Nicki Minaj?

The pop phenomenon, Lady Gaga on tour in Europe, has us agog at her outrageous getups (more meat?). She’s been ...

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September 11, 2012

#HotOffThePress: We totally like! Eku Edewor hits below the belt on StyleMania

by Reuben Daba The September Issue of StyleMania Magazine is out, and on the cover is 53Extra’s stunning presenter Eku ...

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September 3, 2012

Photo of the Day: Behold, the paper bag that will cost you $290

by Isi Esene Fashion critics will tell you that you could fix a designer label on the most mundane item ...

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September 2, 2012

Huffington Post: Why ugly people shouldn’t bother with fashion

by Alexander Walters Fashion is mass cultural hypnosis. It’s a Saturday afternoon and, having told me that my wardrobe is a little ...

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August 3, 2012

Zebra Living to launch new capsule collection at NABILLA: Fashion in the Gallery event; See details

  Zebra Living will be launching it’s capsule collection at a unique fashion and lifestyle event at the Nike Art ...

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August 1, 2012

Who wants Ini Edo shoes? Nollywood actress to launch collection at Dallas International Fashion Show

by Adeniyi Abdul Popular Nollywood actress Ini Edo has designed a line of shoes. Yes, that’s right. It not only ...

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July 26, 2012

#HotOffThePress: At last, the Uche Jombo wedding photos you’ve been waiting for!

by Doyin Jaiyesinmi The Wedding Edition of Wow magazine, features pictures of Uche Jombo’s wedding to Kenney Rodriguez. View the ...

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July 20, 2012

From Milan to Paris: It’s now about money, not fashion

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s unveiling as a Paris Saint Germain player, reminded me of Jose Mourinho’s first press conference ...

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July 12, 2012

Top Model of Colour: The race for Season 7 is now on

by Rachel Ogbu Top Model of Colour, TMC, continues to be the number one modelling competition for models of colour in ...

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July 12, 2012

PHOTOS: Designer Lanre Dasilva Ajayi’s (LDA) Autumn/Winter 2012/13 collection tagged Oriental Classics

by Chi Ibe The Oriental Classics collection is an eclectic mix of creations that consists of the perfect red carpet ...

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July 7, 2012

#TheNextBigThing: “I had just turned 19!” – Ijeoma Ndekwu on moving from Fashion Freak to Style Editor

by Doyin Jaiyesimi One thing is certain about Ijeoma Ndekwu; she’s in love with fashion. Starting from her childhood days, ...

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June 19, 2012

Ankara adds flavour to any outfit any day, anytime- See how

by Esho Wemimo  At one point in time, it was very fashionable to wear ‘ready-made clothes” and the traditional or ...

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June 19, 2012

#ThisShouldConcernYou: Call for Freelance Writers based in Abuja

“Metropole magazine is urgently looking for Abuja-based freelance writers who can generate and craft short and interesting feature stories on ...

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June 15, 2012

Dearcurves presents its refreshing Spring/summer Collection- See Photos

By Chi ibe Linda Idegwu, the creative director of Dearcurves describes the newr SS12 range as a nostalgic and light ...

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June 11, 2012

Black is the colour of the future: House of Nwocha’s Fall 2012 – See Photos

by Seyi Lawal This is the Fall 2012 look book of Ugonna Omeruo’s label; House of Nwocha. It’s very strong, ...

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June 9, 2012

Fashion: Get girly in fun and flirty prints

by Esho Wemimo Clothes come in various types, there are plain clothes, plaid clothes, and polka dotted clothes. There are ...

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June 8, 2012

10 shocking ways fashion affects your health

From skyscraper heels to skin tight jeans, many of us repeatedly choose style over comfort. However, this could be bad ...

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May 26, 2012

Jeans, jeans, jeans: Just when we thought we had heard it all …

by Esho Wemimo     What if you woke one morning and couldn’t find your favourite pair of jeans? Freaking ...

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May 15, 2012

Africa Rising: Uomo Vogue Magazine spotlights Nollywood and more in latest edition

by Rachel Ogbu   A new report shows just how Africa is making an entry into the global fashion arena, ...

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May 12, 2012

Don’t blend into the dark: Stand out in the black dress

  by Esho Wemimo  One is never overdressed or under dressed with a little black dress” -Karl Lagerfeld The little black dress ...

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OluwapelumiMay 6, 2012

11 fashion staples for the everyday lady

by Esho Wemimo There are certain items that every lady must own, fashion conscious or not, they are: 1.    Classic white ...

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May 2, 2012

Es Anozia’s BebeGrafiti collection puts the Niger Delta on the map — see photos

by Chi Ibe BebeGrafiti introduces a modern twist to traditional Niger Delta couture. Designed by Es Anozia, who shares the region’s ...

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April 28, 2012

Let there be light! 6 ways to glam up after dark

by Esho Wemimo Dressing for the night involves using bold items of clothing as well as well as make up. This ...

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April 22, 2012

Uti Nwachukwu, Lynxx, Munachi Abi and other celebs on the runway at the Etisalat masterbrand launch – See Photos

by Seyi Lawal On 5 April 2012, celebrity models endorsed the Etisalat Masterbrand campaign by catwalking on the runway. It ...

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April 21, 2012

Be bold: Master the art of colour blocking

 By Esho Wemimo The colour block trend is has been around for a while now, and has been a staple on ...

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