Friday 24 June 2011

The J Lable

One of my favorite Lagos based designer Jewel by Lisa has sooooo graciously reached out to her younger fans by creating a new collection of clothes catered specifically to a more youthful age group and their wallets... :) ....


The Affordable Luxury Line called the J-Label maintains all that is fabulous and luxurious about Jewel by Lisabut taken to another level and sold at affordable prices....


Honestly speaking the quality and execution of the collection is so much like all her previous collections ...it's had me wondering just how affordable the line could possibly be ... What ever the case I will however remain hopeful that their prices are nothing like Moschino's new ridiculously named  label Moschino Cheap and Chic...


I guess we'll just have to wait and see.... Anyway I love the collection and hope you all do to ....enjoy....xxxx










Tuesday 21 June 2011

Versace for H&M

LADIES AND GENTLEMEN   I WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE ON
 November 17, 2011  

BECAUSE.... the Versace for H&M iconic collection will be out in stores!!!!!!!!!!!
check out collection preview 





and video!!!




Monday 20 June 2011

Ten:10 edition 6: Urban knite




I don't remember where I found this designer but I do remember what I felt when I saw her accessories collection... Although using ankara with everyday ready-wear is nothing new, I couldn't help but think what a good idea it was to use it on clutches...

....I have always been a strong supporter of the saying "less is more"...and when it comes to Ankara ready-wear I can't stress that enough. 

I find  UrbanKnit clutches are the perfect accessories to brighten up or (I know this isn't a word :P) Africanise an outfit.

and If you don't know by now whenever I find something new and like it...I want to know more about it and feel the need to share it....check out my interview with UrbanKnit

Enjoy!!!xxxx

1.     Who is Urbanknit? (brand and person)
Urbanknit is an independent label established to create one-of-a-kind handmade fashion accessories in the broad categories of bags and scarves.
The brand gives an interesting twist to what is considered to be traditional, be it wool, African print or batik. We believe that the beautiful unusual things out of Africa should be celebrated. In our small way, we promote the universal appeal of African art and craft.



2.       How did you start your company?
Dolapo James, our creative designer is an architect who turned her hobby into a part-time endeavour. Urbanknit eventually became a successful full time business with products available online and in select boutiques.

3.       Where can someone purchase your collections?
Stores
•Anthropologie (London)
158 Regent Street London, W1B 5SW, United Kingdom
•Tae (Lagos)
15b, Oduduwa Way, off Isaac John Street, GRA Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria
Online
•Etsy: www.urbanknit.etsy.com
The Shop Floor Project: www.theshopfloorproject.com
•Not on The Highstreet: www.notonthehighstreet.com/urbanknit
Nixey and Godfrey: www.nixeyandgodfrey.com
•MyAsho: www.myasho.com

4.    Who is your ideal customer?

The person who appreciates our pieces and wears them with style. Being quirky means our friends and fans come from all over; from Surrey to Singapore and everywhere in between. Thus, giving our brand a global identity which is interpreted (style-wise) in very interesting ways.


5.      Who is your creative designer?
Dolapo James


6.     How and where do you manufacture your products?
All Urbanknit pieces are handmade by Dolapo James. The bags are produced in limited runs for exclusivity. Close attention is paid to the production and finishing of each item to ensure their durability and overall quality.
As the company has a studio in Nigeria and in the UK they are made in either country depending on our work calendar.


7.      What inspires your designs?
Simplicity and contrast



8.     What roles do you or your employees/ partners play from the creation to the selling aspect of this brand?
Dolapo James is the sole creative designer / CEO and Moyo Aderemi is the Public Relations and Brand Manager. Together we make creative and marketing decisions that shape this growing business.


9.     9.  As an up and coming (Nigerian) designers what are your biggest challenges?
Challenging the perception that things made in Nigeria or by Nigerians or with Nigerian fabric are not of a good quality which it certainly can be and is.



10  What advise can you give to people that wish to pursue a career like yours?
 Learn as much as you can. Everything, whether good or bad, is always a learning experience that you will refer to in years to come.



Patience and diligence; there will be challenges along the way but if you enjoy what you do and believe in your brand then you have to keep going no matter what, even on those days when you don’t feel particularly inspired or creative.

Enjoy yourself on the journey.



Thank you xxxxx


for more information on UrbanKnit visit the following: 












Wednesday 15 June 2011

Alex Folzi - Summer Female Tee preview collection

It's 1:00am on a weekday and I get an irritating bb sound wake me up... usually I would fall back asleep but for some reason I decided to check ....to my pleasant surprise it was an email from my favorite designer Twins with preview info on their Newly released Female Tee collection ... I couldn't help myself ...and here I am 5 minutes later typing away with excitement...

.....I give you .....

Alex Folzi X Ojo Evelyn.





 This is a Limited edition Collection created in collaboration with Canadian artist Ojo Evenlyn and the collection features five painted illustrations incorporated with African Prints to adorn the powerful and iconic designs of their motherland culture.



(My Favorite!!!)



 The illustrations will be Hand Printed on 100% Certified Organic Cotton Female Tees with Chic Cuts and Fancy Sewing Patterns.




The collection will soon be made available on www.alexfolzi.com...(don't worry I will let you guys know exactly when its up ;) xxxx )


for more information:

Tuesday 14 June 2011

Give away!!!


Hello my sexy stalkers I am excited to say I have passed 2000 page viewers in just under 4 months .....while I know that's nothing to some bloggers out there ...it's amazing to me!!! I can't believe people are actually viewing my blog ...P.S. To my bloglovin followers I love you guys much....


As a thank you for viewing my little old blog I will be giving away this lovely ring I bought during another one of my visits to THAT VINTAGE SHOP....


DO U LIKE!!?!!


To win this princess crown ring....all u have to do is send me an email with your postal address and follow me here or on bloglovin...feel free to ask me any questions or blog feature requests....good luck!!




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Monday 6 June 2011

Nobody does Editorial like Vogue Italia

VOGUE ITALIA JUNE 2011


Hurray!!! for the curvy girls :).....












Photographer: Steven Meisel
Models: Robyn Lawley & Tara Lynn & Candice Huffine



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Sunday 5 June 2011

the way to my heart is this ring...lol

To my dear suitors out there looking for a way to get my attention ....express your affection for me or undying love .... this could just be your ticket...lol...




lol... I think the alcohol is still in my system ... any way I love love love and want want want!!!

Wednesday 1 June 2011

Good editorials make me happy deep down inside # 3


          i-D Summer 2011






Photographer:Matthew Stone

Models: Alek Wek,Theio and Daniel Bamdad