THISDAY STYLE MAGAZINE 26TH SEPTEMBER 2021 by THISDAY Newspapers Ltd

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CONTENT Society LUXURY MEETS TRANQUILITY AS THE YACHT HOTEL BERTHS IN LAGOS PG 6

Fashion BAG THE IT BAG! PG 8 BEIGE A TIMELESS CHIC COLOUR PG 10-11

FIVE BAGS EVERY WOMAN SHOULD OWN PG 20-21

Beauty MAUVE 90’S LIPSTICK PG 22

THISDAY STYLE FASHION DIRECTOR/EXECUTIVE EDITOR RUTH OSIME

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SENIOR ART DESIGNER MATHIAS ARCHIBONG 07054965500 CONTRIBUTORS ISIOMA USIADE GUEST CORRESPONDENTS AZUKA OGUJIUBA ZINA ANUMUDU JOANNA MACGREGOR SEYI ALAWODE PHOTOGRAPHER TY BELLO

Once upon a time, a well dressed woman or well groomed man was described as such when all their attire from head to toe is a foreign brand. Also when you attended events or parties, all the music played was by foreigners except from traditional parties. Yes, now and again at the time, there would be a slight sprinkling of music by local artistes but nothing major. This is proudly, not the case anymore. Today, that same well dressed lady or well groomed man, can look equally as nice even if everything they are wearing is made in Nigeria. You can also attend a party and dance till you drop to music from our local artistes and not miss listening to songs from international artistes. The good thing is that these local artistes who have become masters of their game have also grown to dominate the global space because of their talent. This applies in all areas of the creative industry. From Music to Fashion, Design to Accessories, Art to Sculpture, there is a vast array of unique designs to choose from. Some of these products do not come cheap but are well worth the price for the quality of their product. One of the most delightful things to watch is when you see the most astonishing styles and designs made from Asoebi. Not just with clothes, the same creativity of craftsmanship is displayed in many other areas like Art and Music, so much so that some Nigerian artistes are filling up podiums with their performances as the works of various artistes are being showcased at various exhibitions or fashion shows all over the world too. What this simply means is that the shift is changing and in today’s times, creativity cannot be downplayed if you want to remain on top of your game.

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BODE OWOYEYE, ABIODUN OMOLAYO, PRAKASH SINGH & YARO BALAMI

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Luxury meets Tranquility as The Yacht Hotel Berths in Lekki. BY KONYE CHELSEA NWABOGOR

Recently the Lagos luxury hotel scene officially welcomed The Yacht hotel, an upscale boutique hotel nestled in the vibrant entertainment and business hub of Lekki phase 1. The 25-room hotel features modern aesthetics reminiscent of an actual yacht overlooking the lagoon. At the opening event aptly tagged ‘Luxury in Tranquility’, guests were treated to a unique art exhibition from Omolayo Gallery alongside a wine tasting of select premium brands. The Yacht hotel also introduced its elite class club, THE ADMIRALS, which provides guests with a full 5-star experience, including access to the exclusive, members-only Helipad lounge.

EYITAYO & MONISOLA FAKEHINDE

MR & MRS WILCOX

ABIYE SEKIBO

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STYLE & DESIGN

MINI HERMES BIRKIN

The Hermès Birkin is the most coveted and hardest to secure handbag in the world. Immediately recognizable by its shape - its thin straps with metal plates on the end of each strap. It is an outstanding piece of workmanship. Each bag takes at least 48 hours to produce and is hand sewn, buffed, and polished by Hermès skilled craft people in Hermès’ factories. Despite the price hike in the Birkin bag, many seem to be flying off the shelf, most especially the mini. So if you must splurge this year, make it a Birkin mini bag.

LILLIAN AFEGBAI

MERCY EKE NIMI NWAFOR

PRADA NYLON RE-EDITION 2000

BOTTEGA VENETA CASETTE CHAIN

The makers of puffy bags, the Bottega Veneta Cassette is a must-have featuring leather strips weaved together to make the bag. It comes in a variety of confectionery colours with a strap and chain attachment so you can switch up the style whenever you want.

BAG THE IT BAG! BY FUNKE BABS-KUFEJI

If there was a bag that perfectly defined the noughties, it was the Prada Re-Nylon. Three times less expensive than any other Prada bag but equally stylish, it was launched by the house in 2000 and was recently relaunched. This bag is produced from recycled, purified plastic trash collected in the ocean, fishing nets, and textile waste fibers making it an eco-conscious fashion trophy and an absolute must-have.

MINI HERMES BIRKIN

FENDI FIRST BAG

The first design collaboration between Kim Jones and Silvia Venturini Fendi, the Fendi First is an interesting bag featuring the trademark F that also moonlights as a fastener. It can be carried as a clutch or thrown over the shoulder thanks to the detachable straps.

Besides high heels and party attire, handbags have been one of the more neglected items in our closets during the pandemic. With fewer opportunities to dress up with on-trend accessories and, of course, not as many places to go, you’ve probably opted to carry your most practical bag when you’ve actually needed one. But with restrictions loosening and more exciting things to do and places to go, your handbag is just as important as your outfit. If you are thinking of updating your bag closet, make sure it’s one of these IT Bags.

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Colour

There was a time when beige was synonymous with all things bland and boring. Needless to say, it was never thought of as a hue that would make a head-turning statement. Fast forward to 2021 and the nude hue has fast become one of the fashion world’s favourite colours, from cream and camel to tan and taupe to biscuit and oatmeal, 50 shades of beige have been seen in full force on our feeds and on the streets, with fashion insiders styling the colour in full headto-toe tonal looks. The key to keeping the look modern is to wear the colour palette from head-to-toe, mixing several shades of neutral tones within your outfit. Play with textures within your outfit as well as volume and length think tailored shorts and long trench coats. Below are chic ways to keep your beige outfit interesting and exciting this season. Opt for a Suit or Tailored Separates The most popular way to wear beige right now among the fashion set is with a relaxed yet polished suit or tailored separates preferably with multiple layers. Think white collar shirt under the jacket to create a bold and powerful look that’s anything but boring.

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Play With Lengths We’ve touched on mixing textures and tones, but playing with proportion and length is also another sure-fire way to keep your beige look from looking boring. Try a short leather jacket over trending high-weight leggings for a compelling look

A TIMELESS CHIC

Beige Add Leather to Your Look If there’s one easy way to add a fashion-forward look to your all-beige outfit, it’s with the addition of a leather item. Whether it’s a leather shirt paired with wide-leg trousers or leather shorts paired with a blazer, the luxe-looking fabric will give your ensemble a fresh and modern look.

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Mix Various Shades of Beige Within Your Oufit Add interest to your look by opting for a head-to-toe tonal look and mix varying shades of beige within your outfit. Taupe trousers, a camel sweater, and off-white accessories make for one unquestionably chic look.

Add Leather to Your Look If there’s one easy way to add a fashion-forward look to your all-beige outfit, it’s with the addition of a leather item. Whether it’s a leather shirt paired with wide-leg trousers or leather shorts paired with a blazer, the luxe-looking fabric will give your ensemble a fresh and modern look.

Enliven your Ensemble with Statement Accessories An all-beige outfit screams for statement accessories to liven up the neutral hue. Metallics are a trendy, eyecatching option to contrast with the muted colour. Try a chunky chain-link necklace and hand chain.

Choose Pieces with Unique Details When assembling your all-beige outfit, think about statement pieces that have the ability to jazz up your look in an instant, such as an oversize pointed-collared shirt over a beige blazer. Seriously cool.

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NAFY BELLA

LISA FOLAWIYO

HAFSAH

AMA GODSON

MARII PAZZ

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ART

DOTUN POPOOLA

Dotun is a synergetic metal sculptor who has carved a niche with his hyper-realistic monumental metal sculptures. Through intricate hybrid sculpture techniques, he shows the endless possibilities in metal scraps, bronze and related materials, manipulating them into realistic forms of everyday life, most especially animals. Popoola sees himself as an agent of change, a tool for social review. He considers his work an opportunity to address the lack of environmental consciousness, waste management and infrastructural decay, and his famous work is fast becoming a collector’s item of art lovers in Nigeria and globally.

Nigeria, filled with more than 250 ethnic groups, has one of the richest cultures globally, with Art being one of the country’s mediums of expression. Nigerian Art takes you into a world heavily explored by stone, wood and glass carvings, pottery, wire works, metal works, paintings, and more. The average Nigerian sees their country’s Art as deep, distinctive, and Afrocentric and have realized it’s part of what we have to help keep our culture alive. Many art lovers have widely recognized the last two decades as the Nigerian art renaissance, thanks to a homegrown appreciation for indigenous Art, artists and a healthy market boom. Now Nigerian Art is a pride of its people and the rest of Africa. Many artists are making their marks in Nigeria and the rest of the world, but here are a few that on our radar, making Nigeria proud.

N A I R E G I N Y L D U PRO S T N E L A T G N I T A CELEBR

ABINORO AKPORODE

Abinoro is a Nigerian multidisciplinary artist, but the work he is most renowned for is his larger-thanlife sculptures made from a rather unusual material, spoons. Akoprode renowned artworks came about after being challenged by his art lecturer to create a sculpture using unconventional materials. This project brought about the birth of magnificent sculptures made out of spoons, metal chains and junk materials. His love for Art was inspired by his father’s belief that artists were less successful in life. This drove him to make his art count and use it as a universal language of communication, documentation, education and peace. Akporode’s prolific painting and sculptor draws inspiration from his environment, human and animal figures. He often tries to convey human experience and deep soul content in his Art. His immediate desire is to use his work to pass deep messages and and address everyday issues.

BY FUNKE BABS-KUFEJI & KONYE CHELSEA NWABOGOR

Gone are the days where Nigerians turned up their noses at any product that wasn’t foreign. The magnificent growth and development of the creative industry in Nigeria has skyrocketed in terms of quality and service of their products which has earned them their rightful place on the global stage. Nigerians, in recent times, have become proud ambassadors of the creative juices of its people. So much so that many ‘Made in Nigeria’ brands have caught the attention of the international market and taken the world at large, by storm! From Art to Music, from Design to Furniture, there is a huge demand from both local and international market. This development has attracted several benefits to the country including an increase in its Gross Domestic Product, generation of employment opportunities and reduction in the cost of production. Now more than ever, new entrepreneurs are springing up in different industries providing cutting-edge products that many are willing to give up imported goods in its replacements. This week, STYLE pays homage to some of the players in these various sectors and give them accolades for promoting the Nigerian culture and talent and also planting its footprints firmly on the global village. 14

NIKE DAVIES-OKUNDAYE

Nike Davies-Okundaye needs little or no introduction. Many readily identify her as the speaker who has given many lectures in Ivy league schools but has no formal education. Teaching herself English after dropping out of school after her sixth form, Nike has risen above many challenges like child marriage, menial jobs, among others, to find success in the Art industry.⁣ Fondly referred to as “Mama Nike”, she is one of Nigeria’s foremost Batik and Adire artists and designer. She is the most prominent curator of Art in Nigeria and owns the prestigious Nike Art Gallery in the heart of Lagos in Lekki; and also is the founder of Nike Art and Culture Centre in Lagos, Abuja Kogi and Osun.

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FASHION

Fashion designing has grown in leaps and bounds in Nigeria. In the past, buying clothes from foreign labels was the norm. Still, even with the emergence of talented designs and fashion labels, Nigeria’s fashion industry has grown in size and sophistication, attracting global attention. People worldwide, including international celebrities, have been spotted wearing Nigerian clothing – both traditional and contemporary. Several fashion shows held in New York, London, Paris, and Milan have featured pieces with Nigerian influences. The fashion industry in Nigeria plays an important cultural role and contributes significantly to the country’s economy, and more Nigerians have fully embraced the ‘Buy Nigeria, Grow Nigeria’ slogan. Many Designers are exporting Nigeria to the world, here are a few of the various brands making an impact with their traditional use of Nigerian fabric to create lasting pieces that stand out.

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MUSIC

Nigeria does have a slew of great music talents and a very vibrant urban music scene. Songs by our indigenous artists enjoy so much rotation on radio and television stations across the continent. Even beyond that, it is fair to say that Music has become a cultural export for the West African nation, and this has made a lot of acts household names across the continent and beyond. Among them, these three are currently doing us proud as they continue to put Nigerian Music on the world map.

BURNA BOY

RE_LAGOS

Ré_lagos is a fashion brand created by Orire Omatshola. The brand is revered for its use of the unique traditional African threading and Kohbaslot technique, which is an intricate and highly textured embroidery technique originally devised by the Creole people of Sierra Leone. The Re-Lagos predominantly minimal design compromises of meticulously thought out, and highly conceptual foundation. It focuses on easy shapes that allow the fabrics and colours take precedence over everything else. It harnesses strong textiles and experiments with various types of fabric development techniques pulling inspiration from nature, history, mythology and global contemporary visual art.

EMMY KASBIT

Emmy Kasbit is a Fashion brand founded by Okoro Emmanuel. Sustainability, culture and the preservation of culture are at the very heart of the Emmy Kasbit design. It engages with local artisans to bring traditional staples to the modern age with the use of indigenous fabrics mixed with sartorial classics. Over the years, the brand has grown immensely, boasting a solid clientele and showcasing at some of the biggest fashion shows in Africa.

IDMA-NOF

Founded by Mfon Ogbonna in 2015, Idma-Nof is a Lagos, Nigeria-based womenswear brand emphasising quality, craftsmanship, and bold, colourful aesthetics. The label’s strives for originality by blending Art, fashion and craftsmanship in new and exciting ways to make a bold statement with every piece designed. The brand is also heavily influenced by the vibrant and colourful African/ Nigerian heritage, making it stand out as one of Nigeria’s most sought-after fashion brands.

It only took Burna Boy a few years to achieve what most of his contemporaries couldn’t achieve in so many years. He stormed the music industry in 2010 and eventually worked his way to the top after two years, carving a niche for himself as one of Nigeria’s fast-rising stars to watch out for. Several years later, he hasn’t disappointed us. Now a grammy awards winner, his fans include Beyoncé, who featured a solo Burna Boy song on her album full of collaborations, “The Lion King: The Gift”. Sam Smith, who shares a single with him as singer and cowriter. And when the 2020 Grammy Award for world music went to Angelique Kidjo, a three-time previous winner, over Burna Boy and “African Giant,” she held up the trophy and dedicated it to Burna Boy, praising him as a young African artist who is “changing the way our continent is perceived.”

TEMS

Tems, short for Temilade Openiyi, is fast becoming a household name in Nigeria and globally. Her Essence remix with Wizkid got a lot of attention on the international music scene and has recently earned her a spot in Drakes’s album. There is something about her music that is different from the everyday music we know. She has a stand out vibe that completely hits you the first time you hear her sound. Her first hit song, “Try Me”, currently has over eight million views on Youtube.

WIZKID

From his breakout hit, way back in 2010, “Holla At Your Boy” to his recently released track “Essence” (featuring Tems), Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, continually gives us reason to crown him number one on the scene. Although some might beg to differ, there’s no arguing that he has not only earned a comfortable spot at the top but also gone ahead to conquer global dominance. In 2011, he won a MOBO award for the Best African Act and took home a BET Award prize in 2012 for Africa’s Best International Act. The star also has several nominations for the MTV European Music Awards under his belt.

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FASHION ACCESSORIES Our fashion industry is so obsessed with clothing that we almost forget that every good outfit cannot stand without the right accessory. Until recently, we had to depend on foreign brands to meet our need for accessories like shoes, bag slippers, chains and more. But that era has passed, and vibrant young accessory designers are wading into that space and shaking things up, churning out locally made shoes, bags, slippers, ties, cufflinks, earrings and necklaces using the best of locally sourced leather, beads, fabrics and more. HERO MADAM BY ZASHADU

KEEX FELA SNEAKERS ZAHADU MINI

NICOLE BY HAGUANNA ANNABEL MIN

OBA COUTURE ANKARA SLIPPERS

KENE RAPU

ETHNIK DUFFLE AND LAPTOP BAG

FURNITURE

Furniture making has become a lucrative business in Nigeria. The boom of the furniture came about following the ban on the importation of furniture in 2004 to ensure the industry improved. From there, the furniture-making business grew and has made steady progress since. This had brought in furniture makers who create astonishing pieces using scraps and indigenous materials like used tyres, Ankara fabric, metals and cane to make all kinds of furniture pieces. This industry is now a thriving market as Nigerias have come to appreciate the creativity and uniqueness of Made in Nigeria furniture. ALFIA CHAIR ILE ILA

TRYRE CHAIRS

OLABANKE BANJO TYRE STOOL LOHN LAGOS LUXURY CANDLES

MINT ORGANIC CANDLES

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FIVE BAGS should own

every woman

No matter how much you love bags, you also should admit that there’s a limit to just how many you need. Aside from space and cost, there are many other things to consider, like the millions of unique brands and styles out there. Since we know you can’t get it all, we have done the work for you, putting into consideration work, social, and travel obligations, and have settled on the only six styles you’ll ever need. Our muse is a popular fashion blogger and handbag lover Monica Awe Etuk. A look at her social feed tells us she already has a hang on building the perfect handbag wardrobe. BY KONYE CHELSEA NWABOGOR

The Tote

Every girl should own a roomy tote bag. It’s the most practical style of handbag and the very one you need when you are on the go. The open-top shape comes in handy more than you’d think. From tagging along to the office now and then, to doubling as the smartest carry-on ever, it’s a style that gets better with every use.

The Evening Clutch

There’s something not chic about carrying a big bag to that evening/ night party. It just doesn’t look right. What works best would be a simple tiny box style that all your necessities can fit into.

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The Everyday Bag

The most fundamental building block of your bag collection should be a simple style smart enough for work but chic enough to make your most fashionable friend grin with approval. Before investing in one, consider your daily load, and make sure you pick a style that can accommodate it.

The Crossbody Bag

For weekends and off-duty events, it’s usually better to go for something cute, light and fun. That’s where the crossbody style comes in. It could go perfect with your favourite pair of jeans or that beautiful summer dress you love.

The Day Clutch

For those times when you’d rather have a cute bag as opposed to the everyday bag, there’s the day clutch bag. Yes, these days, some clutches come in larger sizes and can accommodate a little more than your daily necessities.

For a black and white theme, keep your look casual or slightly dressy with a pair of black and white printed blazer and a classic black legging. Complete the look with a pointy toe black heel, a white mini bag and a white shade. CHARLOTTE KAMALE kept it classy and stylish to make it work appropriate.

The black printed crop top added some pattern and fun to this leggings outfit. A pair of pink pumps and silver purse completed the outfit. CHIOMA IKOKWU has shown how to dress up a pair of leggings to look chic ready for an all-night outdoor party.

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AS NICE

Leggings are one of the most comfortable items you can wear, but this go-to wardrobe staple has its detractors. It can be challenging to decipher at times how to wear leggings and what to wear with leggings. So, if you have been hesitant to try leggings or want to update your style, these fashionistas have shown how to rock this high waist legging effortlessly in two different ways ready to take you almost anywhere you want to go.

MAC Lipstick Cream in Faux A cooler, muted mauve pink, this is another lipstick shade that’s very similar to your natural lip colour. The ultra-creamy formula glides on and delivers medium to full coverage that you can build on. This one has a satin finish.

BEAUTY

ELIZABETH JACKRICH

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Anastasia Beverly Hills Matte Lipstick in Resin This particular shade is more of a purple-rose mauve, which makes it unique. The highly pigmented product has a smooth, matte finish.

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TRAYCEE NWAMPA

Lustrous Lipstick in Sassy Mauve Revlon’s Super Lustrous Lipstick is always a classic go-to because it delivers highimpact colour without feeling too heavy. This particular creamy formula contains vitamin E and avocado oil.

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MARIA CHIKE

Bobbi Brown Luxe Lipstick in Pale Mauve If you’re looking for a subtler colour, try this pale mauve. It’s almost like an upgraded version of your natural lip colour. All it takes is one swipe, and you’ve got maximum colour

OKEZIE PRECIOUS

Nars Lipstick in Hot Kiss Described as a “dusty mauve,” this lipstick not only looks good on fair skin tones, but it’s also a universal shade that works with just about any tone. It contains moringa and passion fruit seed oils to condition the lips and enhance colour.

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It’s pretty much a given that most trends are cyclical, as a lot of fashion trends have all made comebacks in 2021. The Mauve lipstick that was big in the ‘90s, is back and everyone is loving this pink-purple hue. The shade is pretty flattering on any skin tone. It’s also a subtler shade than a deep-red lipstick, but it’s not quite neutral or nude, so you still get a dose of colour. Also, the lip colour is versatile for just about any type of look, it’s great for everyday wear, and it also works well for a night out. You can just play with the finishes, from a matte lipstick to a creamier, shinier coat. Take a look at some mauve lipstick options that will suit your skin tone.

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