Sunday, 22 September 2013

BEADS BY JENNI



There's everything to love about African adornments, jewelries and embellishments. Africa is renowned not just for its beautiful culture and women but also for its colorful beaded jewelry/beaded work and the way it graces the "today's woman" is truly something to be admired.
Beads By Jenni is an African jewelry/accessory line that infuses fresh water beads, crystals and even African gemstones to create one of a kind piece for weddings, occasions, etc. For more information or to place orders for these gorgeous pieces, CALL: 08091260785 or add on BBM: 289FF4FB.

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Saturday, 21 September 2013

DAN D HUMOROUS AND THE ONE MAN SHOW! (Live in Port Harcourt), PH CITY, ARE YOU READY??




PH people, stand up!.. are you ready to get your mind blown away by one of Nigeria's finest comedian, Daniel D'Humorous?.. well if you ain't, you better get ready coz this is one show you can't afford to miss. This is the 2013 edition of his flagship comedy tagged: "DANIEL D'HUMOROUS LIVE: THE ONE MAN SHOW (2ND IMPRESSION|)", which would take place at the Aztec Arcum Events Centre, Stadium Road, Port harcourt on the 29th of September, 2013. This is the 2nd time Dan D'humorous would be performing live in Port Harcourt, this shows that "the one man show" has a reputation already which we all are yearning to re-experience, His first appearance which held on the 2nd of September, 2012 as I recall was awesome, he performed alongside Wiz kid, Timi Dakolo, Mish, Dantonio, etc.





This time around it's going to be bigger and better.
He'd be performing alongside Kcee ( limpopo), Olamide, Onos, Knowledge, etc. So flex your jaws, buckle up and brace yourselves for this amazing event.


Thursday, 19 September 2013

YOU HAVE A PASSION FOR FASHION? REGISTRATION IS ON @ VeraNORA DESIGN STUDIO




Do you have a passion for fashion or you want to turn your love for fashion into a productive business? Well, you're in luck!
Registration is ON with veraNORA design studio (Warri, Delta state) for a 
  • FULL TIME or
  • PART TIME FASHION and DESIGN TRAINING... 
Duration from 3 months, 6 months, 1 year or Holiday options ( For our students still in universities)
Moreso, SEWING CLASSES with limited spaces available for this new cycle! Classes start October 2, 2013... Spread the word!

HURRY NOW as slots are limited.. For info and inquiry CONTACT: +2347063812538 OR +2348057587352 or EMAIL: enifome13@gmail.com


................. Power Through Fashion ..................

Tuesday, 17 September 2013

THE ANIMAL PRINT TREND - WHO WORE IT BETTER?

The animal print trend is still raving hot, I did a post on it earlier, "All black on leopard prints" (http://styleparlor.blogspot.com/2013/09/fashion-and-style-all-black-on-leopard.html), adding a bit of it to your look brings  a touch of class and wild side to your whole ensemble.
It could be in a dress or a shoe or just a handbag or your makeup (whichever you choose), but note this, NEVER wear this trend from head to toe.. pleeaasee, I'm begging. No one wants to think an animal got let out the zoo. Work it the right way and you'd be sure to get all the ooh's and aah's!

Below are photos of two divas rocking this fashion trend, who wore it better? Tell us what you think.






ARE WE FEELING ANNIE IDIBIA'S OUTFIT? YAY OR NAY!

Annie Idibia wore this to a Lagos based radio interview (inspiration FM) on september 11, 2013. Here, she is sporting a low neck print tees, with a gold chain, wristwatch and a ripped jeans....... and oh! let's not forget the dark shades and the fez-cap she wore backwards.
Well, I get that she was going for a more laid back look and all that buh well i'll say this was not the best I've seen her in or i'd love her to be seen in.
So tell me people, is this a YAY! or a NAY!



Tuesday, 10 September 2013

TIPS: THE FORMAL STYLE GUIDE (.. In picking the perfect SHIRT, SUIT and TIE)



When it comes to Men's fashion, there are some strict guides and rules to follow especially if you are going for a formal look. Every bit or inch of your outfit has to be on point if you want to look smart, neat, stand-out and turn heads. These tips are inspired by Mango Fashion (www.mango.com), the high-end designer boutique for male and female. Here are some tips below.

THE PERFECT SUIT.
Looking for the perfect suit to complement your build or frame? Here are some essentials to consider or look out for so you don't make the mistake of leaving a shop with an ill-fitting piece.


  1. Half an inch of your collar must be visible above your jacket.
  2. The shoulder line of your jacket must be aligned with your body's shoulder line.
  3. The jacket should fit the frame or silhouette of your body and when it is buttoned slight tension lines should be seen. If these tension lines are too pronounced then they are too tight and don't fit.
  4. Make sure the trousers are trim but not tight and the waist should be higher than in your chinos or jeans (No sagging allowed here, please).
  5. The trousers should stop right at the top of your shoe (it should't go below or cover it, it gives you a clumsy look) and it should be slightly lower at the back.
  6. Your sleeve should extend to your wrist when your arms are hanging at your sides. Your shirt sleeve should then be 1/2 inch longer than the sleeve of your jacket. This gives a longer arm effect.
  7. Lastly, the tie. This is the focal point of your look, it simply wraps everything up and gives it the final touche or call it an icing at the top of the cake. Make sure you match it carefully with your preferred suit and shirt altogether... and VOILA!


Alright, we are done making a choice of the perfect outfit with a perfect fit, how then do you dress this up?  You need to "Tie" up a shirt or suit? One must consider the different knots ideal for the different types of collar.  It is also important to note the different type of shirt collars. We have, the Classic Collar, the Cut-Away and the Button down Collar.  Moreso, do you know that the type of collar a man wears tell a lot about his character? For instance, USA network series "White Collar" employed this to distinguish its two main characters. FBI agent Peter Burke  played by Tim Dekay was clad with the "button down" collar to depict a down-to-earth, direct working man and this is perceived by his audience. A collar’s job is to properly frame the face, accentuating a man’s facial strengths while down playing any abnormalities. The right collar on the right type of face is a sight to behold (a union of shapes and curves that bring out the best in each other), so if you are wondering "what type of shirt collar should I wear?"... well, SEE BELOW.






Below are the three major types of collar...

THE CLASSIC COLLAR




One of the noticeable differences in this type of shirts lie in the collar spread, the size of the collar and the design of the collar tips. Whatever style you choose is fine. Typically wider spread collars look better if you have a thin and long neck as it will create the illusion of a shorter, more proportional neck. The opposite is true for bigger and shorter necks which 
usually looks more flattering when paired with a medium to narrow spread collar.The Classic Collar suits perfectly with any shirt style. Use with a four in hand knot-tie or open in a casual shirt.


THE CUT AWAY COLLAR







The cut away collar is one which has had its points cut-away or in the very least, severely reduced. They were first popularized by the dandies of England in the Edwardian days and were meant to be worn to black-tie events and formal situations. It is also known as a spread collar. This dresses up your suit and also looks great without a tie. It also adds a touch of breezy yet manly European joie de vivre to any outfit. They are said to look best on guys with longer faces and harder features. This collar makes a statement, it all depends on who or how you wear it.


THE BUTTON DOWN COLLAR








This is a must have collar for everyday casual-smart shirt and it's the least dressy of shirts, maybe because of its origin. This button down collars started with polo/polo players in the 19th century, it was invented for the man on a horse. While bouncing on a horse it was easy for the shirt collar points to flap up thereby disrupting their play and comfort, so the men (Ivy League players) took to wearing shirts with buttoned-down collar points. This collar sure deserves a place in every man's wardrobe.


Now let us talk about the "Knot-Tie"

Having problems trying to figure out the perfect knot for the perfect shirt collar? Here are some tips and how-to's.

A KNOT-TIE
There are three major tie-knots. We have the "windsor knot", the "four-in-hand" and the "half windsor" knot.


THE WINDSOR KNOT










 A Windsor Knot is a thick, wide and triangular tie knot that projects confidence. It is definitely your knot of choice for presentations, job interviews, courtroom appearances etc.This looks better on wide spread collars or with a cut away collar. It's used for classic and quite big knots.



THE FOUR-IN-HAND





It is a narrow, more discreet and asymetrical tie knot. It works best with wide neck ties made from heavy fabrics. The simple knot fits with any type of collar. While this tie knot can be worn by anyone, it looks especially well on men with shorter necks as the knot's rather narrow and elongated form stretches the perceived height of the neck a tiny bit. It is the most well known and commonly tied knot in the western world.



THE HALF WINDSOR KNOT






This is a modest version of the Windsor Knot, it is symmetrical and triangular tie knot that one can use with any dress shirt. It usually works best with a somewhat wider necktie made from light to medium fabric.


Well I hope this tips really help. I would appreciate your feed backs. Please leave your comments below.



NEW PROMO SHOTS FROM CREATIVE DIRECTOR @ VNC




STYLE PARLOR is thrilled to get a sneak peek of the new promo shots of one of the Nominees of The 2013 Future Awards (Fashion and Style Category), Miss Vera Akporeha.... and guess what? It does get better than this, because VNC aims to keep your jaws dropping with sheer amazement!

Vera Akporeha is the Creative Director and CEO of VeraNora Couture (VNC), an Urban African Fashion Label based in Warri, Delta State. She started VeraNora in 2009, inspired by her mother, Nora, who is a retiree, at the age of 18 while still in the University of Port Harcourt majoring in Biochemistry.

VeraNora started out as a hobby with just one tailor in her employment and two dresses a week, four years later, it is now a Full Fashion house with specialty in Both Women and Men's Fashion with more than 12 staffs and interns in the training division and a factory that produces over 500 dresses a month supplied to a nationwide market.


Miss Vera was Recently Nominated for the Prestigious "FUTURE Awards Africa 2013" in the Fashion and style Category for her achievements this past year in the Fashion industry.
The label has featured in Fashion shows in Port Harcourt and Delta State and in Magazines and websites like BellaNaija, Ono Bello, TwinsGist, ObiNaija, and Linda Ikeji Blog. Her creations have been showcased on runways and red carpets across the country worn by celebrities and beauty queens like the Miss Nigeria and MBGN Winners for 2012. 


She is currently filming a Style Programme with a Lagos based TV and Media Company to be aired on DSTV. Vera also runs a social responsibility project where she gives back to her community by running free design training programmes for young girls in Warri and craft making for secondary school students during the Summer holidays. In addition, the studio runs skills acquisition training for NYSC members.


 The aim of VeraNora is to become a truly Nigerian retail fashion brand and in line with its CSR programmes, to inspire young people to follow their dreams. It also aims to create undeniable styles and standards suitable for both the young and old worldwide, therefore it's not restricted to any age limit. She blogs at www.veranoracouture.blogspot.com


Below are some promo shots, enjoy!








Friday, 6 September 2013

SOME HILARIOUS JAY-Z POOL MEMES!!

This photo was taken yesterday of Jay-Z jumping into a pool with Beyonce on their vacation in Italy. Saw this with the memes, and I just couldn't stop laughing... with the way his hands flailed like he wasn't sure of what he's about to do! Well, not enough time for the fresh dude to arrange well for the cameras... Lol, you'd be surprised what the media or paparazzi's can and would do when you ain't looking.

Take a look of photos of Jay-Z's now infamous pool dive...starting with the original shot! Someone did go HOVERboard on this one, Lol.

Don't forget to leave your comments.. XoXo

Hmm... someone's got the baller belly, I see..*thinking*


Well...some people sure felt this way during Miley's performance.


Some "restoring order" going on here..


"Oh Lawd, Booteyy!"



 ....and the WWW Champion goes to!!.....


"Uhn-Uhnn, no one drops Baby Blue, not even you Micky!"



Swimming pool full of liquor, then you dive in!.. *singing*


 We Crunking!..


 I also don't have an idea!..


Someone please pass the ball to the lil' dude down there!