This year I was challenged to have my natural (afro) hair out and not just in a protective style. The anxiety about doing it led to me putting it off all the way until this September. However, having done this now I can say that the experience taught me so much and I thoroughly recommend … Continue reading Discovering My Natural Hair
Category: fashion
Beauty pageants
My first pageant was Miss Galaxy back in 2012 where I represented Plymouth. Looking back at my first pageant where I was a complete novice, I have learnt a lot and since then I have worked with some amazing stylists, dress companies and developed my style... More importantly to me, pageants have provided an amazing platform to really … Continue reading Beauty pageants
Desiree Iyama
On my recent travels, I went to Lagos in Nigeria. If you have ever been to Lagos you will know that Lagos is a magnifying glass where fun is magnified to a mega scale! Part of the fun memories was when I met the creative director of Desiree Iyama and we got the opportunity to collaborate and … Continue reading Desiree Iyama
The art of the white t-shirt
I love a white t-shirt. It is simply an essential wardrobe basic. I paired my favourite v-neck white t-shirt with an Ankara* skirt. *Ankara is a vibrant African print material which is often sown into different style. It is a key Nigerian fashion that is now getting international attention. Check out my favourite Nigerian designers on instagram at: … Continue reading The art of the white t-shirt
