I’m about to start writing this piece. And so, I visit Google (which is my number one research spot) and type “maternity fashion 2022” into the search box. Guess the extra keyword Google suggested. Never mind. Take a look at…
When your birthday is drawing near, excitement envelopes you. You’ve gone through another phase of life’s ups and downs and in a few days, you’ll be officially a year older. If you’re like most ladies, the excitement will inspire you…
Titi wanted to braid her hair. But the thought of sitting for long hours to install some cute box braids was the last thing on her mind. Besides that, she wanted something that would save her from going to the…
When I was a child, there was this rumor about weaves that gave me the creeps. I don’t know if it was a conspiracy theory or if it had an iota of truth in it. But here’s the gist that…
You’re a stylist/designer who just bagged their first celebrity client for a major red carpet event. You can’t contain your excitement. And so you get to work ASAP to gussy them for the event. When the D-day comes, your client…
Cindy was going frantic. It was 20 minutes to the start of her traditional wedding yet the lady who was supposed to tie her gele wasn’t around. She didn’t know what to do and in that moment of confusion, she…
The city of Lagos has always been the hub for fashion, arts, and entertainment in Nigeria. Yesterday, May 8, 2022, was enough proof as the eighth edition of the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards went down in glitz and glamour…
How do you tell a Yoruba bride from other brides? The answer isn’t far-fetched: by her aso oke regalia. Most Yoruba brides don beautiful aso oke styles on their wedding day. It’s their signature traditional bridal attire. It’s what distinguishes…
As I began the introduction of this piece, my mind flashed back to the day my friend wore a braided ponytail. Before this day, she had refused to have her hair done. And so, she went about with her natural…
You just arrived at the venue. You’re strutting to your seat and smiling to yourself as you sense other guests staring at you. And as you’re about to sit at the position the usher assigned to you, you hear a…
Is your child’s dedication coming up soon? Or is it their birthday? Or do you just feel like adorning them in cute native styles for kids so they look beautiful while upholding their culture? If yes, you made the right…
Apart from the color of our skin, one other thing peculiar about black women (both in Africa and in diaspora) is our kinky hair. It may not be as long or sleek as our Caucasian and Asian sisters but it…
