3 Instagram Influencers that Share the Best African Style

Today's African fashion industry is still on the way towards worldwide growth. One thing we, however, can't stop thinking about is how glamorous young women continue to style African print clothing and look ravishing, no matter the occasion. Some of the young women on our list are A-List bloggers and influencers in their own right but most importantly, they are women living regular lives. That is why we think you'll love their style tips.  

Moguls of Inspiration | Adama Paris

Today's Moguls of Inspiration took me to Europe!

Adama Amanda Ndiaye is nicknamed, Adama Paris after her fashion label, Adama Paris. With much acclaim internationally, her fashion label, Adama Paris carries pieces she designs and manufactures in Morocco. Today, her designs can be found in New York City, Tokyo, London, and of course, Paris.  
  

Moguls of Inspiration | Alek Wek

UPDATED: November 11, 2019

Image from The Evening Standard

Today's Moguls of Inspiration takes us 38 years back in time to a city called Wau in the Southern part of Sudan. 

Alek Wek was born to a South Sudanese couple from the Dinka ethnic group. On 16 April 1977, Alek Wek was welcomed by mother, Akuol and father, Athian. Being the seventh of nine children, Alek would be on major magazine covers and walk side by side with some of the biggest names on runways across the globe. The famous South Sudanese-British model and designer, began her life in fashion at the age of 18 after she fled to Britain in an effort to escape the Sudanese Civil War in 1991.

5 of the best Fashion enthusiasts to Follow on Instagram Now

The fashion industry today is still on the way towards growth worldwide. Last month, I made my first list of Instagram Sensations, which you can read HERE. The influencers that I studied this month are amazing women in their own right and getting to know them is truly worth the read.

Here is a list 5 of some of the best fashion enthusiasts to follow on Instagram this month, this week, tomorrow, today or better still, NOW. To follow this series from the beginning, you can check HERE and don't forget to follow these beautiful ladies.

5 Absolutely Awesome Bloggers to Follow on Instagram Now

The women's wear industry keeps growing worldwide and the influencer network is also growing at the same speed. Yearly, we see a boom in the women's wear market and fashionistas, as well as retailers all around the world, are thrilled.

With all the buzz from the ongoing New York Fashion Week, I have compiled a list of some of our favorite as well as some upcoming enthusiasts to follow on Instagram. Hoping to catch a glimpse of the fun everyone is having, whether as a Blogger, Creative Director, Editor, Photographer, Stylist or just the regular person who just dresses really well? Follow these guys.

Lifted by Zoharous | Floral African Print Panelled Blouse

This past May 2015, Zoharous unveiled its Spring-Summer Collection but I realised that I didn't discuss my inspiration and share styling tips as I usually would do. 

To see the pieces from the collection, read my last post on the Full Collection.

The first piece in the collection, Lifted by Zoharous, is the Floral African Print Panelled Blouse.

Apart from the images below, my biggest inspiration towards this collection was the effect that light has on humanity. I imagined wearing clothes that made me feel as if I wasn't wearing clothes. I felt that immediate weightlessness the moment I touched these fabrics. Personally, I can say that every element of this design contributes to the weightless effect. Hence the name of the collection, 'Lifted.'

To see more photos of this Blouse, click HERE.

News | The True Cost

Hello Beautiful People.

I know I'm late on this one but has anyone seen this video yet?

I watched this thriller sometime in May of this year and it felt like one of those videos that you watch and then start regretting things you're not guilty of... if you know what I mean.

I honestly felt terrible after even seeing this thriller. Still searching for the actual movie though.

Has anyone see it yet?
What are your thought?

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This is You, This is Beautiful.

Stay True

Kisses!

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Lifted by Zoharous | The New Collection

This past May 2015, Zoharous revealed the pieces from its SS15 Ready to Wear Collection. The collection, Lifted was inspired by weight and the Creative Director's personal goal was to design light wearable pieces hence the fabric choices and some of the styles.

The pieces range from circle skirts to drawstring pants to shift dresses. Here are the outfits in the 7 piece collection. 

Appreciation Series | Jameela of Alora Boutique (Part II)

Hello Everyone!

It's another day to be grateful to the people who have made Zoharous the brand that it is. 

In the Appreciation Series, I mention and thank one of my clients and Jameela of the Alora Boutique in Canada made the pick. 

She ordered this gorgeous jumpsuit about a year ago and she remains a true friend to the Zoharous Family.

We believe she looks amazing in it :-)

Appreciation Series | Jameela of Alora Boutique

This year, I decided to continue my appreciation series to mention and show my love to all the beautiful women who have been part of the growth of my business. These women have sent me a lot of encouragement as they shared their photos with me.

One of such women is the lovely Jameela of Alora Boutique. Now, someone I can call a friend Jameela has sent me these gorgeous photos of herself in my designs and I just love the way she styles the pieces.

These Tie-Dye Cigar Trousers was the first item she bought from me. 

Earliest meeting was at a fair I attended here in Accra, Ghana. She bought these trousers from me but unfortunately, they didn't fit so she came by my home studio and I worked on them for her. The next thing I knew she had sent me this lovely photo of herself on a Night Out... I was truly touched.

Ever since she has continued to purchase from me and I am always grateful to her for her warm encouragement and of course, her friendship.

Thanks and hope you come back for the next appreciation post.

Hugs! 

How To | Removing Wrinkles from Clothes without an Iron

Hi Everyone!

Today's all about the wrinkles... and how to get them off you. I hope this video is enough help... and all the best with getting those folds out of your clothes... on the go!

Thanks and Have Happy Days!

2015 Colour of the Year | Marsala 18-1438

This always seems to bother me, but I don't know why I get so eager to find out the Colour of the Year, every year. 

Maybe it's because of my design background, but I tend to simply want to know... Don't you??

Anyway, getting right back into it, I'd like to introduce the Pantone Colour of the Year 2015 - Marsala 18-1438.

To some of you, this might mean nothing and to the rest of us 'Fashion Enthusiasts', ...yeah right... it does in a way

According to Leatrice Eiseman, Pantone Colour Institute®, 

"Marsala enriches our mind, body and soul exuding confidence and stability. Marsala is a subtly seductive shade, one that draws us in to its embracing warmth."

Marsala is such a versatile colour that suits every skin tone. It is at the same time a lovely highlight against the cheek and a flattering colour burst for nails, and hair.


To find out more about this year's colour and how it was selected, click HERE.

Style | One Scarf Five Ways

Dress custom made by Zoharous
Scarf by Leslie Van

Hi Everyone!

Two years ago, I interviewed an amazing designer called Leslie Van who is based in Hong Kong and Paris. After the was published, Leslie sent me a gorgeous chiffon scarf that I have loved ever since. When I received it, I told her that I was going to do an outfit post and let her know about it and I have been planning it ever since.

Well, I finally did the shoot and featured a few of my designs and some other random pieces of clothing that I own. 

This was a fun shoot... I enjoyed styling the looks and I hope the photos are as tasteful as expected.

How To | Washing Lingerie the Right Way

Hi Everyone

I hope you're having an awesome weekend. 

As we get used to staying indoors for the upcoming fall/winter season, I stumbled upon this video... I think its totally an essential and a must watch. 

Thanks for visiting!

Happy Days!

How To | Ironing a Dress Shirt

Hi Everyone!

I think I'm obsessed with POPSUGAR Fashion. It is a Youtube Channel that always has these amazing and helpful tips for Fashion, Beauty and Style.

Another obsession of mine is Ironing. I really like to iron shirts, dresses, skirts and I must say... anything 'ironable.'

Watching this video today was fun. I did not learn anything new but I know a few people who hate ironing and always end up with burnt up clothes. 

So, as usual, I hope this video is good enough.

PS. Ryan Gosling is in the video girls!

Opinion | Angelina's Got Competition as Kendall Jenner Wears Double-Slit Dress to the MuchMusic Video Awards

June is definitely the month to bare it all... A couple of days ago, Rihanna was nude in a dress. Today it's Kendall Jenner in the double slit Fausto Puglisi dress. 

Flashback: In 2012, Angelina Jolie's bare leg launched a thousand memes (and its own Twitter account). A little more than a year later, Gwyneth Paltrow introduced side-butt, and now, just a little more than a year after that, Rihanna had her partially nude photos taken Instagram for revealing some nipple. 

However, it looks like partial nudity is getting trendy. I love Kendall's dress too by the way.

I don't know how but she managed to make it chic, she kept things quite covered up on top, and even her hair and makeup was simple and pretty. Jenner showed off some nip for her spin on the Marc Jacobs runway, sure, but red carpets are much different than the catwalk, and she did it up right.

When she and sister Kylie took the stage to host the actual ceremony, they naturally opted for an outfit change (or two):

But while we're all for a lovely white peplum paired with a bold red lip (can you say chic?), we might have to declare the first 'fit the winner—at the very least, for raising the body-baring bar ever higher. Who'd like to take on the challenge? (And more importantly, where could they possibly put the next It Slit?)

Story by: Victoria Dawson Hoff, Elle Magazine

Photographs: Getty Images

DIY | Lace Bib Collar Necklace

Hi Everyone!

I hope you're having a great Monday morning. I realized that I post DIYs on Mondays. Well, it's DIY Monday again... I know, that didn't sound right... DIY Monday. 

This week's DIY is all about the Lace Bib Collars. I was thrilled when I saw this tutorial because I have always wanted one of these Bib Necklaces. I just had to share this with my peeps... I thought well we can start a new DIY hashtag like #DIYLover and then you can share your favorite DIY Projects with me on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or even Pinterest

I hope you like this video and please let me know what you think in the comments section below. You can visit me on Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest.

Enjoy!!!

Courtesy:

POPSugar Fashion on Youtube

DIY | Making Your Own Clutch from Nothing and Giveaway Results

Hi Everyone!

I hope this week ended well. I just saw this awesome DIY and being the 'DIY Lover' that I am, I loved it. 

So as always I decided to share. I think it's an awesome Clutch and every girl definitely needs a must-have-awesome clutch in her wardrobe.

I hope you like this video and please let me know what you think in the comments section below. You can visit me on Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest.

Enjoy!!!

Did You Know | Three Is a Trend for Fall 2014

Hi Everyone!

These days, I have been feeling very 'Pinteresty' so I spend a lot of time there trying to understand the concept. 

I visited Harper's Bazaar Boards and I think my favorite one was the one that says 'Three is a Trend for Fall 2014." 

I loved it so much that I couldn't wait to share it with you guys. 

I hope you enjoy the photos I got from the board.

1. The Triumphant Return of the Muff 

Apparently, the muff is a furry accessory. The Muff has Returned. From Tory Burch to BCBG, the little accessories are here to stay.

The Muffs

Zoharous | African Print Cowl Neck Top

Don't you just love a great cowl neck top? Designing and making this one was very interesting because it was new to me and I think it was my first. Now I'm always thrilled to see it on my rack and in my shop. 

Thanks everyone and please leave a comment. I love to know what you think about this top.

Visit me on Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest and I'll be very grateful!

Happy New Week!