Handbags have always been an essential piece for every woman not just because it helps her keep her belongings in check when she is running around doing the needful every day, it also serves as the perfect seal to every outfit.

Now more than ever, handbags just like every other essential fashion piece have trends that determine what fashionistas what will be into. In that same vein, we think we might have just found the perfect trendy handbag that has a classic twist to it. It is the ultimate double score!

For this particular trend, we are transcending a clothing trend into accessories. So you know how the snakeskin trend has been taking center stage in fashion since last year and is leaning towards the staple title? Yeah! We think snagging a few handbags in snakeskin leather or better still animal skin leather in general will be a good idea. Luckily, you have tons of options to choose from! From coloured minis to sizeable options in classic colours and shapes, Nigerian accessories designers have totally upped their game. This is why we are showing you a few options to choose from. Shall we?!

Muji Lagos

Zashadu 

Joel Lani

Jakar Lagos

Morin O

Over the years, the Ankara fabric has gone from being just a trend to an all round wardrobe staple. The reason is that manufacturers keep coming out with modern and tasteful prints to suit our everyday style. To make it even more refined, designers are taking their creativity up several notches by tailoring every woman's need - no matter what her style is.

Once a trend transitions to being a staple, there comes the need to constantly seek new ways to keep it looking stylish. This scenario very much applies to Ankara which is why we will be spilling details on how to style the print!

Pair Ankara With Plains

Pairing your Ankara pieces with plains is always an option to style them. It might seem cliche but it actually works. Style your Ankara separates with classics like a white shirt with stand out details like drapes, frills or pleats. Then you can add accessories to spruce your look up. This option saves the day all the time for women who don't know the trick to clashing prints yet.

Debbie Beeko

Clash Your Ankara Prints 

Clashing Ankara prints might not seem easy but it is not rocket science - trust us! All you have to do is to take note of a few details. The first detail to take note of is the colour scheme. Try to clash prints with the same colours, complementary or analogous colours. That way, you'll have a cohesive look. Also, you need to take note of the shapes that each separate comes in. This just helps to achieve a balanced look.

Veronica Odeka

Pair Ankara With Neutral Prints

Apart from playing it cool with plains and going all out with double dose of Ankara, you can also sit on the fence if both options don't quite appeal to you. What I mean by that is using prints like polka dots, gingham and stripes as neutralizers when ever you decide to wear Ankara. This way you can still make statements in a toned-down way.

Nancy Isime

If you didn't know, we just classified Ankara styling by personality so you have to tell us, what kind of woman are you?

Skirts are the most ultra-feminine staple in any woman's wardrobe and you can never go wrong in them. However, the multiple styles they come in can be confusing for the different body types. But did you know that A-line skirts are your best bet no matter your body type. All you have to do is tweak a few details. Don't worry, we'll let you in all the deets!

Apple 

Ashley McGrit

Rectangular / Banana

The rectangular body shape is one of the most common figures among women. Rectangular or banana shaped body type have evenly proportionate shape, which means your shoulders, hips and waist are pretty evenly proportioned. You might have small to medium size bust and your waist is not defined. You could go for an A-line skirt with bigger band that comes in a flowy fabric like silk and chiffon.

Derin Odugbesan-Thomas

Pear \ Triangle

Features of the pear body shape are hips larger than your bust, nicely defined waist, an elegant neck and proportionately slim arms and shoulders. This body type actually look best in A-line skirts so you can explore more options.

Veronica Odeka

Hourglass

Hourglass body shapes have a wide bust, a narrow waist, and wide hips with a similar measurement to that of the bust. We recommend flowy A-line skirts but you could experiment with different fabrics as well.

Debbie Bekko

With that said, A-line skirts are great for all body types because the conceal and add volume where necessary. What do you think of them? Do you own a piece? Let us know in the comments!

Colour blocking as a trend has been here for a while and it doesn't seem like it is not going anywhere any time soon. Apart from saving us the stress of matching our entire outfit (not a jab at monochrome lovers), it also helps us (fashion enthusiasts) make statements without trying too hard. But did you know monotone colours can be pieced together to achieve a colour block outfit? We'll tell you all about it!

Contrary to popular opinion that you could only block with analogous colours and complementary hues, you could also block colours that come in similar shades for an overall tonal look i.e pairing lighter and darker shades for contrast. The idea of monotone colour block is such a cool one because it a blend of two trends

Andrea Iyamah

Also, it is a safe way to colour block (if you haven't gotten a hang of it yet) and it erases out any colour doubts that you might have. For instance, you can pair lilac colour pants with a purple top and let your accessories be in line with both colours.

Olarslim

If you are the type that likes to take aesthetically pleasing photos, you can also get a backdrop with similar colours and you'll see how bomb your look will turn out! You can take cues from the photos below.

Kimberly Anthony

Paola Mathe

Bonang Matheba

What do you think about this trend? Sound off in the comment section!
 
                                                    Written by Damilola Fatusi

Transitional pieces can be described as the one-look-fits-all. The trick to dressing up a piece for multiple events is to invest in smart and essential pieces while switching in key pieces each time to suit your personality every time. With that said, here are five must-haves for switching up your dressing from day to night!

A Black Dress

A classic black dress is a piece that can never let you down. Its by far the easiest piece to transition from day to night. For a stylish day look, you can pair it with pumps and accessorize accordingly. To transition to a night look, trade your pumps for sneakers. It is that easy!

Veronica Odeka

Pants

A well fitted pant is perfect for pairing with a silk blouse for an official look or an off shoulder blouse that can be worn to a less formal event. Away from fitted pants, you could also try out different pant silhouettes and style them accordingly.

Mimi Onalaja

White Shirts 

White shirts are classic staples that are really easy to pair and they can transition through events and seasons. Basically, they are classic pieces that can ever go out of style. You can snag a formal one or an option with details like frills to add oomph to your look. Style them with a pair of jeans or pants for a casual and formal look respectively.

Zina Anumudu

Skirts 

Skirts are the most ultra-feminine piece that every lady owns. They come in different forms and styles and are versatile and easy to pair. To achieve a balanced look, opt for a formal shirt with a detailed skirt and vice versa.

Veronica Odeka

Round Neck Tees

The most common way to style a round neck tee is to pair it with jeans and sneakers. But there are far chicer ways to wear the wardrobe staple for a chic look, pair it with a plain or printed A-line skirt (depending on your choice) and finish your look with heeled sandals.

Veronica Odeka

It is going to be a tough choice but which of these staples is your all-time favourite? Let us know in the comment section!

                                             Written by Damilola Fatusi & Maryam Azeez