Sunday, September 5, 2010

Fusion Kevlar Block Tie

Nigerian designer Funfere Koroye continues to drop street inspired dapper pieces under his label Fusion Kevlar’s monthly new offerings. This cool lego block tie definitely deserves a nod. Get it here.

I Showed up on different places online this past week

That Dapper Blogger: Terence Sambo is certainly a die hard fashionista; as well as being a Junior Fashion Editor for FAB magazine he is constantly tweeting updates on the fashion industry and updating his two blogs. Men's Fashion and Lifestyle Afficionando was launched in 2008 and looks at the true elements of style and One Nigerian Boy was launched earlier this year and covers arts, music, style and fashion from a Nigerian perspective. I caught up with him to talk about his blog, One Nigerian Boy and his inspirations behind it. (Interview on Musings of an Ondo Lady blog)

Deola Sagoe Polo Launch (Bella Naija).

Le Petit Marche August Market (Third World Profashional).

Personality of the week: This weeks Personality figure is none other than the Ultra super fabulous Fashion editor Terence Sambo, His mark on the Nigerian fashion industry is undeniable. With his two blogs [onenigerianboy.blogspot.com and terencesambowrites.blogspot.com] he spreads the gospel of fashion. He is truly One Nigerian boy/fashion master that is Golden. (Vogueprincess Naija).

Thursday, September 2, 2010

Geisha's Reform Collection by Bunmi Koko

The emerging African label of the moment Bunmi Koko released this adorable collection recently and British Celeb Mel B has already been spotted rocking a few pieces from this romantic collection.

“Inspired by a wounded Geisha's tale, agony and love concealed by beauty of masking. A moving work of art in 1940's Kyoto, Japan. A fusion of themes of inspiration links the mix of traditional Japanese costume, interior deco and old English architecture. Wrap over details, oversized deep pleating and folding, forming the most beautiful structures and silhouettes.”



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David Agbodji in 'A fine boy' Love Magazine Editorial

Our favorite male supermodel of African descent David Agbodji is featured in the current issue of Love Magazine in an editorial titled ‘A fine boy’, shot by Boo George.



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TOP FASHION DESIGNERS SET TO SHOWCASE AT ELITE MODEL NIGERIA 2010

With activities being put in place for the most- attend event this year and the biggest international modeling competition Elite model look Nigeria 2010, more sponsors are stepping on board to support the oncoming event. Mercedes Benz would be coming on board for the third time in a row. Other top of the rank sponsors are Quintessentially, Vizioe ltd, Moet and Chandon, Black Up, Clarins, Temple Muse, Bella Naija and Sacred Lashes.

Like previous years, some top designers would be unveiling their new collection on the Elite model platform, giving each girl the opportunity to model lovely dresses on the runway. Some of the designers taking part this year are - Uk based Nigerian fashion designer -Nkwo, Vonne, Melisa Odabash & Jewel by Lisa, and there would be a grand comeback of the MYA label in Nigeria. The event which would be taking place on the 12th of September at the prestigious Federal Palace hotel, promises to have loads of surprises for invited guests, coupled with all the glamour that the event brings.

Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Aston Mozie (Get Familiar)

New York based celebrity stylist and designer Ugo Mozie owns and runs Aston Mozie brand with his business partner Quinn Aston. The unisex line which tends more towards menswear debuts its first collection –fall/winter 2010- featuring futuristic cuts and embellishments done with materials like wood, glass and metal. The designer will be in Nigeria at the end of the year and might do a show, so keep reading your fav blog for more info.













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Salieu Jalloh for Rouge

Sierra Leonean international male model, Salieu Jalloh featured here in the fall/winter ad campaign for Rouge.