8 Tips on How to Expand Tight Shoes
Some days ago, I went shoe shopping and my eyes met a particular pair that struck me. It was as though the shoes beckoned to me to come to them and I did just that. They were too beautiful to…
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How to Avoid Impulse Buying During Festive Seasons
It’s that time of the year when social events and family gatherings abound. You’ve got to dine, wine, and yeah, dress well. And to do all of that, you need to spend money. That’s understandable. But if you don’t know…
How to Style a Sweater to Look Chic, Not Shabby
When the weather gets cold, don’t shiver under the duvet and clench your teeth. Stand up and get dressed because it’s another opportunity to make a style statement. And to do this like a true fashionista, you have to not…
Fabric Pilling: How to Remove Pilling From Clothes and Increase their Lifespan
The first piece I ever designed for Ria Kosher was a flop. Why? Because no sooner had I concluded production than the fabric began to shed wool all over. Who would buy a dress suffering from fabric pilling? How would…
Sustainable Fashion: How to Green Your Wardrobe and Save the Planet
I lit the matchbox and sighed as the clothes went up in flames. Good riddance to bad rubbish, I said to myself as I turned my back to leave. “You’ve sinned against sustainable fashion, Vicky.” Grandma’s voice stopped me right…
7 Sure Ways to Recognize Original Perfume When Buying
Did you know that just as there are fake designer wears, there are also fake perfumes? What makes it worse is that they abound in the market. And if you don’t know how to recognize original perfume, you’ll wind up…
How to Style All-Black Outfits Without Looking Boring
What did you hear about black when you were a kid? That it’s the color of evil and everything bad? Or it’s strictly a sullen color for funerals and all things sad? Phew! I guess whoever promoted those stereotypes about…
How to Pull Off Business Casual Outfits for Work
Theresa just got a new job as the head of Marketing at a creative agency. It was her dream 9-5: an environment that casually exuded professionalism. But she failed to realize something— her new workplace only welcomed business casual outfits…
10 Easy Yet Chic Ways to Style a White Shirt
A white shirt is an important wardrobe staple and as such, every woman must have at least one in her wardrobe. But having it isn’t all that matters. You still have to learn how to style it. This is very…
How to Pull Off Afrocentric Fashion
Black lives matter. And no, this isn’t the movement against racism. It’s an appreciation for all things black ranging from our unique natural hair to natural hairstyles like Bantu knots, and Afrocentric fashion which is a part of our identity. …
How to Clean Your Makeup Brushes to Avoid Stuffing Bacteria on Your Face
If you have a good skincare routine and follow it always but still find blemishes and pimples on your face, the problem may not be from your products. It may be from your makeup tools. And it’s either you don’t…
10 Tips on How to Make a Fashion Statement with Every Outfit
Imagine you found yourself in a gathering where no one was permitted to speak but was expected to interact with others. How would you introduce yourself to new connections? This is why you need to know how to make a…
How to Wear a Shirt Dress — 10 Amazing Outfit Ideas
Looking for a stylish, get-on-the-go article of clothing that you can easily slip on and make a fashion statement? Try a shirtdress. It’s suitable for any casual and smart casual occasion. But if you don’t know how to wear a…
How to Look Stylish Without Breaking the Bank
Back then in uni, I had this friend and coursemate— let’s call her Praise— whom everyone recognized for her sense of style. She knew how to look stylish on a budget and anytime it was her birthday, the first thing…
