I'm not sure who styles Chloe and Halle but they are being styled to perfection. Take these Grammy 2019 looks for example. Could it get any better. I'm interested to see how their look well develop with time.
Trend | Belt Bag
These have had a moment for about a while now but they have had makeover that you are going to love. Designers have taken our obsession with the bum bag and given it a luxury and structured upgrade. Particularly good is Burberry's belt bag. Needing it in my closet now. Follow my tweets and instagram at @marian_kwei.
Style Icon | Diana Ross
A legend, the inimitable Diana Ross is one of a kind. Her style choices like her are bigger than life. Big hair, decadent jewels, look at me garments. She is in a world of her own. I'm always intrigued to see what she wears next. She never disappoints.
Style Look | Costume Designer Lauren Miller
Image via @stylingbylauren
Costume designer Lauren Miller (known for shows like Athena etc,) wowed at the EE Baftas 2019. Wearing a beautiful Misguided gown, Miller showed her styling prowess by keeping her hair and makeup pared back. This allowed the main focus to be her embellished gown. Miller is one to watch film and TV wise for her costume design work but dare I say she is also one to watch style wise. She is a style star in the making. Visit her instagram at @stylingbylauren.
Red Carpet Fashion | Janelle Monae Oscars
This woman has become a style icon. This dress cemented it. Worn for the 2017 Oscars it still takes my breath away. The styling was perfection and being a dress and a half, the singer did well to wear the dress and not the other way round. Kudos to Elie Saab for a stunning creation.
Trend | Feathers
Image via Vogue
There were plumes all over the spring 2019 runway. It was yellow and in vertical strips at MSN. It was on the heads of models at Simone Rocha. Over at Richard Quinn it was decadent and old Hollywood. If you are not brave enough to wear a feathered piece why not go for an accessory with plumes? A hair accessory or even a bag. The choice is up to you.
My Style | Culture
The great thing about clothes is that there are no rules. Fancy wearing a turban beneath a hat? Why not. Want to wear a skirt over a maxi dress? Go ahead. What you wear is an extension of you. Wear it proudly. I'm on instagram @marian_kwei .
Beauty Icon | Donyale Luna
With otherworldly features Donyale Luna became a style icon. With eyes that left you in awe, her lips and brows were just as magnificent. Known as the first African American model to grace the cover of British Vogue it is no wonder that she remains an icon till this day.
Fashion Tip | Dresses
This dress by Kenzo is one of those forever pieces. When you shop look for garments that can be worn in more than one way but also will stand the test of time. A good way of doing this is firstly ensure that the colour palette is one that can go with a host of other colours. The dark olive of the dress makes it a great canvas for other colors, don't just stick to black or navy. Secondly pick a piece with an easy design. Nothing too trendy and in that way you can wear it season after season. I've worn this dress a multitude of ways. Next time you are looking for a dress look for one that you can do that with. For more tips and style advice follow my conversation on instagram @marian_kwei .
Red Carpet Fashion | Naomi Campbell
Image via Naomi Campbell on Instagram.
Can I say I love everything about this look. The dress, the shoes, the hair, her makeup. Naomi looks absolutely radiant in Alexander McQueen. Could she have looked any better and love that she is embracing natural hair. It is a nice change for the supermodel
Magazine | Essence Magazine
I love Essence magazine. I love Essence even more when it is a vintage copy. The cover of this 70s issue is absolutely beautiful. The braids, the glow of her skin, her manicure, the ease of her pose... This has to be my favourite magazine cover to date. Thank you Essence for the continued inspiration. Love you long time. Visit the magazine here.
Inspiration | Courage
Image by @philltaylormade X @refinery29
Someone wise said that creativity takes courage. I believe this to be so. In a world where everyone is trying to look the same it takes a lot to step out of that mould and do you. I encourage you today to do one thing today for yourself irrespective of what others might say. It might be wearing a hat that you haven't had the courage to wear. It may be a dress you think others may seem too bright, it might be a lip color that you feel may not suit you. Whatever it is, today try something new. The more courageous you are the more courageous you will become.
Beauty Counter | Laura Mercier Lip Powder
I like Ingenious products. Laura Mercier is a beauty brand that has become respected for its products. When I discovered this lip powder I was intrigued. It comes with a base powder to prep lips before you pat the pigment on. This allows you to wear as much pigment as you would like. You can wear it lightly or vibrantly. Find more about this product here
My Style | Amalgamation
I'm not going to lie. I like wearing many garments at one time. The amalgamation of them as a whole fascinates me. Here the faux leather pants act as the base for the layered skirts and top. With reference to the faux fur stole. Everyone needs a faux fur stole. I'm on instagram, see my posts there @marian_kwei .
Style Look | Claire Sulmers
It's the darkness of her hair (she'd been working blonde for a while), it is the Hanifa dress, it is the Balenciaga boots, it is the slouch of the Laura Fate clutch it's everything that Claire is. She is bold, intelligent and a go getter. Her look couldn't be any better. This is front row fashion at its best.
Instagram Like | The Style Thesaurus
Awashed with color. Marta's instagram feed is vibrant, energetic and oodles style. In modelesque poses, the fashion blogger inspires to no end with clever layering and even more clever color combinations. She is one to check out. See more here
My Style | Dress Up
I have the theory that the more clothes the better. I like to think they have more fun together. These pants are great as they are such a grand colour. The dress worn as a top was wonderful with the Anita Quansah necklace and the faux fur jacket. If you know me then you know I'm a hat girl.
Fashion News | Iris April IMG Models
97 year old style influencer has been signed to IMG Models. The style icon has become well known for her accessories and her trademark glasses. With many collaborations under her belt, it should be interesting see where things go with this signing.
Current Crushes | Erica Davies x Marks and Spencer
There have blogger collaborations and there have been blogger collaborations but few as good as this one. These sandals by Erica Davies of the The Edited tick all the right boxes. Jeweled, comfortable, fashion forward, versatile and desirable. Marks and Spencer have teamed with other bloggers who have also designed a footwear each but this one happens to be my favourite . it will be available 9th April for £39.50.
Style Look | Shiona Turini
Image by @shionat
Image consultant, stylist and contributing editor Shiona Turini keeps one guessing with her wonderful style choices. Her choice of separates and the way she combines them are unique to her. She has an ability to play with structure, color, texture and cut in such a way that it comes effortlessly. Her instagram is pure joy. Be inspired @shionat.