Here are four fashion styles to choose from:

FLARE ME UP

Fashion and style may have two different meanings but always work together. If you are going for a “notice me” vibe then this look is definitely up your alley. The look exudes the “she is a boss lady whose feet light up the ground she walks on” energy. 

Now, we all know that fashion, style, and your body type, work with the weather. However, for this look, a switch from the sweater to a light camisole or a silk fabric is preferable. This makes the style simpler while gliding through the body frame easily. The pants are between comfort and style, which is perfect for any professional setting or event. 

TEAL, WE MEET AGAIN 

Teal is one of the super fashionable colours. Unfortunately, not every skin tone blends perfectly with the colour, although, if your complexion is between caramel and chocolate, the contrast always saturates perfectly. Now with a Teal suit? You are definitely “eating” the look, (pardon my ebonics or not?)

A teal-fitted blazer paired with cigarette pants also known as pencil pants or a pencil skirt never goes wrong. This choice not only accentuates the body frame but exudes a style that says “I am all about my business but I have a warm side too”. It is perfect for meetings and corporate events. 

THE BULLET SUIT

Think about the versatility of the bullet suit aka “three-piece suit”

This look is rare and preferably for weddings and professional outings but who says it cannot be worn to the office at the beginning of a new week? 

If you love the conservative but daring look, the three-piece suit is definitely for you. Guess what? It is great for a Monday morning. A study in the fashion world reveals that a great outfit releases dopamine- the feel-good hormone and leaves you happy. Therefore, wearing a three-piece suit with cigarette pants and stilettos on a Monday morning gives a “ready to conquer the week” vibe.

Are you “unbothered about rocking an outfit twice” type? You can dry clean and wear the same suit to any event on the weekend. Yes, you can!

PRINTS ‘R’ US 

This style is one of the easiest and most comfortable styles; A chiffon or silk blouse tucked in fitted pants or a fitted skirt. The chiffon or silk blouse could either be plain or with prints. Many corporate women enjoy wearing this style because of its ease and versatility. You can wear it this way or decide to drape a blazer over it, either way, you would still look dashing. It is one of the styles that accentuates the body and a lot of women have tilted toward it because it exudes class and fun. You can wear this to events, meetings; even on a Monday morning. No issues!

Being careful to match the colours perfectly while selecting a top to pair with your pencil pants or skirt is the way to go. Take a look at the lady in the image above; her plain fitted pants and silk blouse with bold prints look good on her. This combination works as it oozes class. Above all, use vertical and horizontal prints sparingly. 

Which of these is your favourite look? Share by leaving a comment below.

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Balogun works as a television presenter for EbonyLife TV, an entertainment television station, for which she currently co-hosts and produces The Spot, the channel’s leading talk show, with Lamide Akintobi. Balogun also appears as a presenter and associate producer on Jumia TV, a teleshopping show.

She recently played a lead role in a charming, new romantic comedy from EbonyLife Films, The Royal Hibiscus Hotel ,personally i can not wait to see the movie this valentine guys!

Zainab Balogun fashion style is defined as fun, clean and colourful, her personal style encourage comfort ,ensuring  you feel good in what you wear. This helps the confidence to push through.I love her ability to switch up her looks from her hair to her her outfits. Here is a few fashion inspiration from your muse Zainab,

Bold Colour:

It is the season of love, Go bold in a two piece outfit -cropped blouse and statement skirt. This can be worn on a date night ladies, pair with a comfy heel and a boxy clutch oh well you are good to go!

Friday Vibes

Distressed jean and an Ankara bomber jacket should be fun on a Friday as part of your workflow outfits.

Back to Work

A white shirt is totally a wardrobe essential as part of your work outfit, pair with a sleeveless pencil dress to create a lady boss look. P.S  a black and nude pump should be on your fashion checklist this season.

Social Event

Every girl need a classic black outfit whether its dress, blazer, jumpsuit etc. A piece you can wear to any social gathering and slay. I really loved how she paired it with a statement earring and kept other jewelry minimal.

Business Casual

If you are a fashion lover, i believe you will rock this look with confidence. A graphic tee, kimono, statement skirt, strappy heels paired with a fringy earring is one way to show off your personal style when going for a casual business meeting.

Wedding Guest

A well constructed dress can you give that simple look you always wanted. This off- shoulder with cape is just right for that wedding you plan to attend over the weekend, have fun showing off your shoulder with no or minimal neck-piece.

Vintage Inspired

This multi colour blazer paired with a short takes us back to the 90s. Well you can rock this look depending on the kind of office you work with and you can also pair with a pencil if you are not comfortable with the shorts.

Beach hangout

you can decide to wear this outfit to the beach with your best girls.  Accessorize your romper with a western belt, hat, strappy sandal and a mini handbag or clutch.

Don’t forget to leave a comment below on your favorite look of your muse and how you would rock it!

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The Seamless Bra

The Strapless Bra

The Seamed Bra

 

 

Depending on how you want your girls to look, this should guide your bra shopping and how you wear your bras. This guide will help give your bust a good look and the perfect lift.

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The Sequined Midi

A dress that perfectly embodies our favorite holiday drink: Champagne. layer this  outfit over a turtleneck for extra coverage.

 

The Fringed Mini

You are basically required to get up and dance while you’re wearing this holiday dress.

The Black Lace Frock

Your spouse will totally approve, pair with a strappy sandal heel.

 

The Printed Chiffon Number

Stand out from the crowd and wear it to work next week.

The Sultry Slipdress

Yes, you need to take off your makeup before bed, but we wouldn’t judge if you “forgot” to take off your dress.

The Tinseled Peplum

Who wore it better: you or the Christmas tree?

The Black And White Lace Number

We would totally host a party just to have another excuse to wear this stunner and channel our inner Reese Witherspoon.

The Satin Maxi

Proof that you don’t need to show a ton of skin to look totally sultry.

 

The Flouncy Floral Frock

Fun frills, sweet buds and millennial pink. There is a lot to love about this mini.

 

The Deceptively Seductive LBD

Hugs your curves in all the right places.

 

The Off-The-Shoulder A-Line

Permission granted to twirl all night long.

The Feather Trimmed Sheath

Just the right amount of bold.

The Open-Shoulder Midi

The lace, the velvet, the cut-outs. There’s a lot going on here, but it’s working.

 

The Stripped Shift

An updated ’60s mod look we absolutely love.

The Metallic Wrap Dress

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The Beret is making a big comeback in fashion this season! Look away from the stereotypical religious views of the berets here in Nigeria and stereotypical view that berets are the French girl accessory or mostly worn by French people. This year alone we have witnessed people roam around in visor hats from the tennis court to runway shows and back to the streets.

Corporate and boss lady in the beret trend

It may have been linked to politics but then creatives who changed the world wore the beret. Pablo Picasso, John Lennon, Bridget Bardot among others, had it on for a time. At Paris Fashion Week, Rihanna let the whole world know she’s also into the beret trend, wearing the Dior leather beret in the front row.

At the just concluded Lagos Fashion Design Week, Titi Belo gave us chills as the model strutted in cool, uptown chic styles-adding the beret as an important accessory. The men too will give you a better reason to have this headpiece on! The beret changes your total look, gives that cool hipster personality to your look.

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Cheating with Carbohydrate

Most people cheat during ketogenic diet with foods high in carbohydrate and this slows your progress or takes you out of the state of ketosis. Some people eat ketogenic compliant food from Monday – Friday and goes off diet plan from Saturday to Sunday and you expect to see results, this slows down the ketosis progress and it takes you out of ketosis .it is advisable to stick to 20g net carbs and below 35g total carbs per day.

High Protein Intake

The ketogenic diet is a programme which encourages high fat intake and not protein. Most people mix ketogenic diet and Atkins diet together because they are both Low carbohydrate diet plan. The Atkin diet plan encourages high protein but on the ketogenic diet, it is a different ball game your fat intake as to be 75%, protein 20% and Carbohydrate 5%. On this weight loss programme, it is ideal for you to eat between 0.6g and 0.8g protein.

Drinking more of beverages and Neglect of Water

Most people drink more of beverages like coffee, green tea on the ketogenic diet all in the bid of trying to take in fat through bulletproof coffee and thereby neglect intake of water. it is important to note the ketogenic diet requires plenty of water intake to replenish your system and to help you stay dehydrated. On the ketogenic diet, it is required you drink at least more than 8 glasses of water in a day.

Don’t worry about Fat

The primary source of energy on the ketogenic diet is fat, this had been said several times which implies you should not worry about eating too much of fat. Eating healthy fat at every meal of the day will help boost your energy.

The Act Snacking

You get to the state of ketosis very fast when you stop snacking unnecessarily, Unhealthy snacking will stall or slow down your weight loss progress. Do not snack on chin-chin, plantain chips, groundnut if you want to achieve your target size fast. It is safe to snack on a garden egg or white part of a boiled egg.

Not exercising

Most people think fast results are derived from the ketogenic diet without exercise, that is not true, no nutritionist would place you on a diet programme without recommending exercise for you. I advise you to understand your body mass which will help you know the type of exercise you would engage in. No matter how tired you are from the day’s work try to inculcate exercises in your daily routine this will help your body tone nicely and also prevent you from having a flappy skin as you lose all that weight. Examples of exercise you can engage in are Walking, jogging a short distance and crunches

It might not be easy as you start, but with determination and dedication, your desired results will be achieved.

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Find Your Fit

Finding high heels that fit right is the first step toward being able to walk in them. You may be able to get away with a pair of flat boots being a size too big, but not pumps. High heels that are too small will hurt and cause blisters whilst those that are too big will slip off the back of your heel as you walk. This is why you should always try on heels before you buy a pair. The right fit should feel comfortably snug and keep your foot in place and supported as you walk. If you’re a high heel rookie or trying out a taller heel than you’re used to, opt for a pair with ankle straps. This will help to hold your foot in place and give you some added stability.

 Quality Over Quantity

Quality over quantity has never been more important. While it can be tempting to pick up a cheap pair of stilettos to match your Saturday night outfit, refrain. More than likely you’ll just end up having a bad time and exiting the evening early due to the pain of poorly made footwear. Good quality shoes can make all the difference when it comes to comfort. Look for sturdy soles to help support the balls of your feet and aid in your balance. Test shoes while shopping to see if they are stable and well made by facing them toward you and gently tapping the sides and backs. If the shoes rock, they are not sturdy and should not be bought. Also, check for anti-slip sole grip so that you don’t go sliding on a slippery dance floor.

Break Them In

If you’re planning to wear new heels out, it’s best to break them in first. Wearing your new pumps for short periods of time around your home will help mould them to the shape of your foot and create the flex they need to be comfortable for long periods of time. If you’re still finding your heels a bit tight, take them to a local cobbler to have them professionally stretched or, if they are leather, use a hairdryer, when the leather is warm, press with your fingers to gently mould them to better suit the shape of your foot. Inner soles are also great for adding comfort to new shoes and can keep your feet from sliding around in larger styles.

Take Your Time

Walking in heels is definitely not a race. Take your time and slow things down as you find your correct stride. Your stride length will naturally be shorter and slower in heels than in flats but that doesn’t mean there’s any need to rush. After all, taking your time exudes confidence which goes hand-in-hand with a killer pair of heels. Place one foot in front of the other and imagine a straight line as you walk. With each step, place your front foot down with your heel hitting the ground slightly before your toes. This will help you look natural and keep your balance as you walk.

Posture is Everything

When walking in heels your body can have a tendency to lean forward as it tries to adjust to your slanting foot. This may leave you feeling unbalanced and put unnecessary pressure on the balls of your feet. To avoid this, stand up straight and centre your weight back on your heels. Keep your shoulders back and hold in your core as you walk. Centre your head on top of your spine and keep your chin parallel to the floor. Correcting your posture in this way will have you feeling balanced and in control while making you appear more confident.

 Feel the Rhythm

As you walk, allow yourself to relax into a natural rhythm. Set yourself an easy pace, walking only as fast as you feel confident doing. The more you walk in heels, the more in control and natural you will feel. Once you feel like you’ve got your steps and posture perfected, you can add a little more life to your walk. Let your hips start to swing slightly in a figure eight movement as you move. Sway them in time to the rhythm of your steps and turn your walk into a seductive strut.

Rest and Recovery

In order to be able to walk in heels all day, rest and recovery is needed for your feet. Always stretch your feet and ankles both before and after wearing high heels. If your feet are feeling sore throughout the day be sure to sit down and take some time to relax. Elevate your feet if possible to help reduce any swelling which may have occurred. After a long day in heels treat your feet to a massage and soak. Buff away any built up skin or callouses and moisturise. This will help revitalise your feet, making it possible for you to wear heels the next day with ease.

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We’re showing you how to rock polka dots without looking too cutesy because let’s be honest: If wearing a polka dotted sneakers is wrong, we don’t want to be right.

Statement Skirt

Statement skirt in polka dot is one piece to dress up to church, it totally has that church vibe written all over it. Pair with a yellow or red blouse, boxy clutch and a pair of strappy heels for a sunday look.

Work Chic

Polka dot can be worn as a 9-5 outfit, throw on a loosed shirt with a pair of tailored pant for your business meeting .

 Vintage Look

You can wear a lace polka dot dress if you love the vintage look. pump shoes? yes please! You will look stunning at any social garthering.

 Bold Colour

Mix It With Bold Colour, you can wear your polka dot top with a yellow colour skirt, bold pink pants or loud colour blazer to brighten up your day

Overall

You can wear your t-shirt under your overall polka dot or you can wear your polka dot top under overall.

All Over Polka dot

Why not try an all round polka dot? You can wear all over polka dot outfit or you can mix big polka dot pattern with small one.

Mixing Patterns

You can mix floral pattern or striped with polka dot or any another pattern with it. Statement accessories will add glow to your mixed pattern.

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Ankara Inspired Cape

The ankara is such a rich fabric, get your tailor on board to try some black girl magic outfit. Try  the two piece because the cut is so different. Wear for a business meeting like a  boss chic.

Two Piece outfit

Pair this two piece cape outfit with a plain nude pumps and you are instantly interview ready! Go for a netural or earth tone colour and accessorize with a statement bag and a pair of sunglasses for a boss lady look.you can also rock it to work. It has a way of adding class to your look which works great for Monday mornings or even to close up shop on Fridays.

Cape blazer

This isn’t your basic blazer. The cape blazer makes your outfit stand out with the split arm details. Pair with all your favorite basics for a instant outfit.

Event Friendly

This is so perfect for a social event like a Gala, awards, wedding and even  red carpet. Add a fancy clutch and metallic quirky shoes.

Casual Chic

A great thing about the cape jacket is its ability to a little something extra to your look. You can wear  a simple tee and skinny jeans under your shirt and add some class to your look for the weekend with a simple cape jacket in a solid colour or fun texture.

Date night

The cape coat’s ability to add class to your outfits shouldn’t just end in the daytime, take it out for a spin at night too. Drape it over a hot dress and even try a short skirt for some sultry appeal.

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