Thursday, 14 June 2012

ITUEN BASI WITH HER AFARA COLLECTION

Ituen Basi recently launched her collection, precisely on 26th May 2012 at the temple muse. It features playful pieces in denim and linen, as well as Ankara prints in various designs, ranging from pencil and prom skirts inspired by the 50′s, to the miniskirts of the 60′s, pleats of the 80′s and the minimalism of the 90′s .
The three year-old Label has showcased at different fashion weeks including the recently held Arise Magazine Fashion Week in Lagos. I will keep you guys with recent updates as regards the clothes. and all...most def. These pictures sef dey o!!! some oleku things.

International Relations students in my school wore these recently to their dinner party, Iwas astound at they way they combined everything,will get the pics though

TRENDWHEELER - EFE TOMMY

I guess you all know Efe Tommy. Anyways, he is a T.V presenter and does couple of other cool jobs in the entertainment industry. I have really never caught him dress bad, he is a fashionista! I really like the denim he's clad in, in this pic and the fact that it's a lumberjack makes it's unique, with the bow tie, impeccable. To finally put a end to the whole discussion, a coloured denim, that's dope. No HOMO, just appreciating your style. Cool new tatoo though, But have faith!!! C'mon.....

TREND CHECK : THROAT PIERCING

Throat piercing seems to be the latest fashion trend taking over the world recently at least in a couple of states in Europe, not yet in Nigeria though. According to professionals, throat piercing is dangerous, painful and hard to maintain.
If you ask me, I dont see this as a welcome idea at all. What do you guys think? And mind you, this is really gross!!! Pics......

VINTAGE ALL THE WAY...

Kudos to my school girls 'cos recently almost all of them have gone GAGA with the vintage style which is now TRENDING if you ask me. It is, really. And that is why I  will  be posting more issues on vintage fashion subsequently - for both the ladies and men. To start with check Jonny Depp and this lady...


AFRICAN PRINTED PAIRS OF TROUSERS WITH A BLAZER


Good morning everybody, almost weekend, u know thursday. If you are gonna be hanging out these weekend with your hommies......to you guys, cladding simple will do with pairs of sandals or toms. CHECK!

Wednesday, 13 June 2012

WHEEL A TREND WITH THESE SHOES...

To think that coloured denims are coming up these season! Like many others, they are a fashion comeback. The colored denim as been a hot trend on the runway for a couple of seasons and has made it's way into real world closet.
    As a matter of fact, the school where I go, a lot of guys wear them with really nice blazers but the shoe to go with it is a bit of an ishh......u know. The next time you wanna shop, do not forget to download these pics...



Monday, 11 June 2012

SIMPLE, BREATH-TAKING AND UNIQUE

It's weekend and you wanna chill out with friends and families, a little confused about the look to carry? Wearing a khaki short with a normal shirt, make sure the belt and shoe matches though with some nice wrist detail (wristwatch and bracelet) like this


 OR a chinos trouser with a vintage shoe instead of the shorts and shirt without forgetting other details though lik:






ALDO'S AFRICAN PRINT CLUTCH

Aldo recently launched a bag they tagged SOZI as part of it's spring summer collection. I love the vivacious fabric, but what makes it overnice is it's mixture with the brown shiny leather with the detachable chian strap. Check it out and see if it could be added to your bag achive


BUKI AKIB WITH NOVEL ACCESSORY BAGS

Buki Akib is a Nigerian U.k based fashion desighner and her rate of growth in the fashion industry can't be over emphazied. I blogged about her DENIM+ANKARA jackets some days ago and she's back again with a new collection of bags which she tagged the WIVES collection of women’s bags inspired by the extravagant Fela Kuti and his twenty-seven wives.
She's really reputing Nigrian fashion,based in the U.k though but who *****...  A++ BUKI.


ARTIST TEE SHIRTS

We've grown accustomed to normal tees with names printed on 'em. Check out these tees folks 'cos a scenario is apparently created here and they feature three different prints.
     The ladder giraffe (Negre) has some nice dry absurdist humor working for it—t-shirts often being comfortable homes for that type of stuff. Also featured is a print of some paint-splattered painting tools and another of a bouquet of vibrant orange flowers.
Great insight for persons that own or about to start a t-shirt clothing line...u know




EMPORIO ARMANI AUTUMN/WINTER 2012


Emporio Armani previews their Autumn/Winter 2012 collection with a selection of stills. Shown are styles for both men and women as photographed on the busy streets of the Far East. The looks presented work within the space of modern street fashion and shows a focus from Armani in capturing her audience.

Sunday, 10 June 2012

UNIQUE HAND CRAFTED JEWELLERY





All you have to do check for your favourite, ladies! and the next time you need or want to shop for  accessories, I guess u know what to do... m







Friday, 8 June 2012

KILLER SUITS BY OZWALD BOATENG


Ozwald Boateng is a South African designer and these are some of his latest collection. The suits are actually really stunning and what I really like is the quality of the fabric. The shoot is just DOPE.
Nice vintage shoes will fit perfectly especially without socks.........the hats could be avoided anyways...

DENIM THERAPY ( A - must - read)

Denim has survived generation after generation of come and go fashion fads, yet stands firm as an essential wardrobe staple. The key to looking good in denim is about understanding your body shape to find the perfect fit. Dont be a slave to fashion. and know how to accessorize denim/jeans  with pieces that compliment your look, rather than cheapen it.
I guess these applies to all kinds of clothes too and especially when/while shopping.......I hope you guys felt the denim+ankara jackets earlier posted...*

MAKE A FUSS ON THESE...

I bet you make a big and attention-seeking appearance with these sets of bags and shoes.This is basically because they are just really 'unorthodox'. So if you ask me the best way make a unique appearance anywhere be it a small cocktail party or a big bash, start wearing unconventional accessories with your outfit......u could start with these!

Tuesday, 5 June 2012

DENIM+ANKARA JACKETS AND SHIRTS


Cant help but blog this again. While surfing through one of my favourites fashion blogs One Nigerian Boy couple of days ago I saw some dope denim shirts and jackets......The label owned by BUKKI- a U.K based designer. Let's see your take on them through comments people!

SOME KUL ANKARA SNAPBACKS



Looking for some cool unorthodox snapbacks, here it is....BABATUNDE who is a South-African based, Nigerian fashion designer owns the headwear line. Perfect and unconventional!!!


Monday, 4 June 2012

THE RED DRESS DESIGNER CHALLENGE

ABOUT
An avant-garde fashion design challenge created by Diana Opoti and targeted at emerging designers from across Africa.
The red dress avant-garde Designer Challenge is an emerging designer contest in the experimental category that has a two-fold purpose; to create a platform for emerging designers while attracting attention of the lifestyle diseases of the Heart stroke, high blood pressure as well as lung disease from lifestyle choices or habits – smoking, drinking, stress and unhealthy eating. 16-20 Winning designs will be put up for an auction online to help raise awareness of heart disease in women.
Go RED Campaign– this is not a red dress it’s a red alert
The symbol of the red dress is universally accepted, the red dress as a universal women’s image and red as the colour of health, life and vibrancy but also of warning. In short, it is not a red dress –it’s a red alert!
The symbol being a red dress – the challenge calls for ALL entries to be on dresses and all predominantly red material or fabric
                                       THE CHALLENGE
Have a keen eye and passion for design? Are you are current student or completed your course in fashion design and looking for an opportunity that will thrust you into the fashion world?
Well here is Your chance To Contest,
(Interested Designers Should send an email To avantgardechallenge@gmail.com in order to get the Application form)


The Red Dress avant-garde Designer Challenge will offer:
the winner USD 2500
2nd prize USD 1500
3rd prize USD 1000 
as well as a fashion spread in a Glossy Magazine Among other prizes
The Challenge is open for entries and close on July 10, 2012.

What are the categories you can enter in?
Fashion & millinery OR Sustainable Fashion Design.
Designers can create fascinators or hats to match outfits (optional) these will not be judged.
USE FABRIC/materials OF ANY TEXTURE, DESIGN but predominantly red


...ABOUT TRENDWHEEL