Tuesday, August 28, 2012

GUIDE TO TORONTO FASHION NIGHT OUT 2012



Hey dolls, 

 I am so excited for fashion night out Toronto Next week. Finally  Toronto is going  to join in the festivities for Fashion's Night Out which is almost now a global phenomenon. I  am making plans to take part in the festivities but since its my first time going I have been wondering about what I am suppose to wear. Am I supposed to be a little casual ? or formal?   I mean after all its a night of shopping right ? I will make sure to take tons of pictures. Are any of you going to Fashion Night Out this  year?  If you happen to be Toronto  Please find  below the guide on where to go . 

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Sunday, August 26, 2012

FAB EDITORIAL: AYOR MAKUR CHUOT FOR MARIE CLAIRE SOUTH AFRICA



Ayor Makur Chuot Marie claire south Africa ciaafrique

Ayor Makur Chuot Marie claire south Africa ciaafrique

Ayor Makur Chuot Marie claire south Africa ciaafrique

Ayor Makur Chuot Marie claire south Africa ciaafrique

Model: Ayor Makur Chuot

Photographer: Alexa Singer

Magazine: Marie Claire, South Africa.

 Photos via divalocity
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Thursday, August 23, 2012

WIN A $50 GIFT CARD FORM OSISIAFRICA.COM



Its that time of the year again where I like to show a little appreciation to my readers. I really appreciate each and everyone of you that stops by daily , weekly to get a little dose of Fashion. Today I would like to introduce for the first time to this really cool African fashion online store . OSISI is an independent online fashion retailer offering nearly 100 designs by 11 designers from Gambia, Nigeria, Ghana, Zambia, Sierra Leone, Cape Verde, Cameroon, Mozambique, and the DRC.They  sell women's dresses, tops, pants, jackets, jewelry, handbags, skirts, and men’s shirts.  As one of the few African-inspired fashion retailers online, OSISI prides itself on culture, quality, and service. Osisi promotes cultural interaction through fashion, and encourages people of all backgrounds to buy and wear our pieces.OSISI provides customers with impeccable service and a fantastic online shopping experience. You can check them out on facebook ,  Pinterest  ,  twitter , online shop
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Wednesday, August 22, 2012

FABULOUS FINDS: DE-MES'TIKS BY REUBEN REUEL



African print dresses


While looking for inspiration for this post on printed peplum last week I stumble upon this fab line on Etsy. The shop has some fabulous African print dresses and peplum jackets. You can check out the entire collection here
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Saturday, August 18, 2012

FABULOUS FINDS: CUTE PEPLUM FROCKS




Aren't we all in love with the peplum trend? because I  know I am .You can check out 2 of my  previous outfit  posts  here and here. If you are looking into getting  a printed peplum top, dress, or Jacket here are a few options

  1. Fair trade geometric print peplum skirt from fashion-conscience
  2. Fair trade geometric print peplum top from fashion-conscience
  3. Fair trade geometric print peplum top from fashion-conscience
  4. The Kayla dress from Sika designs
  5. Yellow printed waistcoat by Christie Brown
  6. Savannah dress by Sika designs
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Tuesday, August 14, 2012

LOOKBOOK: STELLA JEAN 2012-2013 FALL COLLECTION


click here to see the rest of the collection

A style based on "wax and stripes philosophy" made of a social mosaic composition in which multiculturalism is treated with a conciusness of traditions and a little bit of irony that creates a balanced blend, away from any caricaturely piege. A clear and sincere declaration og intent expressing a cultural metissage that breaks up and recreates itself in a unpredictable harmony. No latitudinal limit is placed to the combination of people and cultures, with the exception of a full agreement with a school of thought no longer based on a vanishing sens of style but on a "good sense of style".
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JANELLE MONAE IS THE NEW FACE OF COVERGIRL

JANELLE MONAE THE NEW FACE OF COVERGIRL
 I was pleasantly surprised today to learn that Janelle Monáe is the new face of Covergirl. She is such a beautiful woman. To be honest her music is not the kind of music I listen to usually but I love the fact that she stays true to herself by always wearing her signature look- Black and white suit.  I fell in love with her during her tribute to Prince I can't remember for which awards show anymore. Her energy was crazy on stage and really brought the house down. oh boy ! I could not forget about her long and beautiful natural hair.  She really set a trend with that up do.

JANELLE MONAE THE NEW FACE OF COVERGIRL

Here is what the Grammy nominated artist had today about becoming the new face of covergirl:

"I believe it's time that women truly owned their superpowers and used their beauty and strength to change the world around them," said Monáe in a statement. "One of my core values is to help redefine what it means to be a strong and beautiful woman in the music and fashion worlds and to empower the wonderful things that make us unique.Becoming a CoverGirl is truly an honor and a gift. It opens up a new platform for me to inspire women to feel stronger, braver and more beautiful inside and out."

What do you think about Janelle becoming the new face of Covergirl ?
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Monday, August 13, 2012

INTRODUCING ECLECTIC CHIQUE


Continue reading about Eclectic Chique
 Eclectic Chique is a handmade African accesories/haberdashery line, with a stylish African hint.. All products are handmade from locally made sources in Nigeria and Africa as a whole. Product line ranges from Neckpieces, collars, brooches, bangles, bow ties, sandals, bamboo clutch bags, tissue box holders, throw pillows, Ipad cases an d other quirky niknaks.

Bib necklace by Eclectic Chique
Eclectic Chique was founded in 2007 by Nigerian designer Teni Majekodunmi. Teni’s love for arts and crafts and pretty looking accessories ever was her inspiration for setting up Eclectic Chique. She works closely with her artisans incorporating locally made diverse materials such as wool, locally made tye & dye, batik and Ankara fabrics into her designs for a truly eclectic look!
Bib necklace by Eclectic Chique

I am absolutely in love with the bib necklaces. I just love statement necklaces in general and one of these will be a great addition to my jewelry collection. You can check out more about this line by checking their website here So what do you say  love it ? 
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Saturday, August 11, 2012

MEET SOUTH AFRICA SWEETHEART : LIRA

Afro-Soul vocalist Lira is currently one the highest selling musical artists in South Africa who just debuts her American album Rise Again. Lira has a very afrocentric savvy flair and wears ensembles from all the top South African fashion designers like  Stone Cherrie, Sylvester Falata, Gert Johan Coetzee, David Tlale, and Bongiwe Walaza). She previously graced the pages of Oprah South Africa, Arise, Pride, New African Woman, etc. and also appeared in Dutch Vogue and the second African edition of L'Uomo Vogue. Lira is known for not only her beautiful voice but also her flawless skin. I have been seeing lira's beautiful face all over the net and wanted to ask her a few questions about her style , hair and her beauty regimen.South African Singer lira in african designer wear

How did you start in the Music industry ?
Growing up I saw the power of music at work among my family members and within my South African community. The elders would play music night and day and I observed what it could do to a people, but did not understand how. There were songs of struggle that seemed to give words to what people were feeling but could not articulate. It seemed to comfort those who could not express their pain. It seemed to give people an escape from their undesired reality. I was intrigued by this and wanted to be able to do the same - - make people feel that they could express their emotions when my music played. By the age of 18 I had my first demo.

Starting off I was signed to be the new face of R&B and Soul in a Kwaito label. I put out my first album All My Love in 2003. In 2006, I signed with Sony Africa to re-launch myself and further grow into the industry - I went on to release albums like Soul in Mind, Feel Good, Return to Love and Rise Again.


South African Singer Lira

Photo by Steve Tanchel/Styling by Sharon Becker & Marie Claire Team

You  have such a beautiful  voice and  certainly one of  South Africa’s biggest artists. I was happy to see you at the BET Awards along with my Malian brother Mokobe, what was your experience like? 
It was an amazing experience. I got to rub shoulders with so many stars - the media was very accepting of me and BET production crew were so pleasant. I've climbed a mountain in South Africa but I'm very new to the States so it's almost like starting all over, it humbled me.

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Tuesday, August 7, 2012

JULY INSTAGRAM REVIEW

I have not done an #instagram review since January. Oh well In case you are not following me just yet its not too late. You can follow me on Instagram under @CIAA. In the meantime enjoy the pics.


                      

                     
                     
                     

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REPUBLIC OF FOREIGNER "RE-BELLE" COLLECTION

The Re-Belle Collection is a dynamic display of feminized militarism. In the universal concept of beautiful 'generational struggles' often seen in history and pop culture, while real military garments/uniforms often enforce hierarchy and conformity, subcultures often subvert this meaning into one of non-conformity and individualism--for this reason, the name of the collection "Re-belle" was inspired. And as a result, the designers took cues from cult films such as Rebel Without A Cause (1955), Escape From New York (1981), Mad Max (1979), The Wild One (1953), and George Orwell's novel, 1984 to feminize masculine and rebellious styles of life and clothing. You can check previous collections from ROF 

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