The show was joint Christian Lacroix and Dries Van Noten. The opera coats, the prints, the makeup, all were inspirational but what really caught my gaze were the sequin caps. Reminiscent of the 1920s, could it get any more glamorous?
Brand | Arket
Arket who make modern essentials, had me at the sleeveless quilted coat. What a great piece. What a great way to layer. What a modern cut. How thoughtful while being directional. Shop the brand here.
Cover | Hello Fashion Monthly
Hello Fashion Monthly is one of my favourite fashion magazines period. The content is so good. Take their “High street top 10” for instance which highlights 10 great high street finds to the ‘Feeds to follow’, a page which highlights the best instagram accounts to follow now across fashion, food, beauty, travel etc. From clever styling tricks to introducing you to brands that you need to know right now, this is the magazine to buy now. For only £1.40 it is a bargain too.
Object Of My Affection | Roger Vivier Raffia Mules
If there is one trend that is everywhere this season spring 2020 is the straw/raffia trend. Everyone from Simone Rocha to Dior has fashioned raffia into everything from hats, to bags to bedecked on heels. These Roger Vivier flats are just testament to how stylish raffia can be! Shop them here.
Portrait | Marian K by Solange Knowles
Some years ago I met Solange. It was a Net A Porter party. She was lovely and so polite. It was honour to have her take a photo of me which she put unto her blog. Please see the post here. Dress by the wonderful Ana Sekukarac. Lios by Mac Morange.
Event | Marian Kihogo 2nd Anniversary Dinner
In 2011 in collaboration with St Martins Lane, I held a 2nd Anniversary dinner for my old blog Mariankihogo.com. Model and actress Tolula Adeyemi was the guest of honour, the former face of Vivienne Westwood was dressed in Ana Sekularac as I was too. It was a wonderful affair with guests from the fashion and media world.
My Style | Pink Lip
Image by Skip Bolen - Getty Images
I wonder if i was born with lip colour on. Maybe a fuschia pink or a deep red. If there is any makeup i would have on a deserted island it would be a tube of lipstick. I can take on the world in a great lip colour. I am invincible in it.
Beauty Counter | Fenty Beauty Match Stix Matte Skinstick
The beauty match stix matte skinstick is what your beauty counter needs. A concealer and contour stick, the lightweight formula is perfect for blending unto skin and layer into your makeup regime. Made to correct skin, this product comes in over twenty shades, with Caviar (above image) and Ebony being the latest shades to join the lineup. More on this product here.
Brand | Taylor Yates
Image: Taylor Yates
Image: Taylor Yates
The only thing better than luxury is an item that is sustainable. Luxury bag brand Taylor Yates is sustainable. Ranging from pouches to shoulder handbags, the line has something for every woman. With minimalist lines, the designs were founded by mother and daughter duo Karen and Ellen Yates. Their designs are inspired by the North East of Ireland and centered on the familial. The duo are keenly interested in giving back, authencity, transparency and social responsibility. The bags are named for the women who have guided Karen. Discover more about Taylor Yates at their site here.
Instagram Like | Blair Eadie
Image from Blair Eadie on Instagram
Her account is gorgeous. Page after page of delicious style. Colour, print, texture. The fabulous about is she seems to be having fun. Fun looking like the Carrie Bradshaw of Instagram. The style will get you hooked. Don't say I didn't tell you. Follow her on Instagram at @blaireadiebee.
Shopping Basket | XUMA Puffer Jacket
Xumu is wonderful. It is a line of 8 unisex oversize puffer jackets with an ethos of one size fitting all. The line ranges from slick shiny puffers to plush oversize coats like the ‘Kanun’ above. The collection is innovative, creative and conceptual. Made for the modern woman, everyone should own an Xumu puffer coat. They are stylish, statement making and timeless. Discover the line at the site here.
Glamour | Nyma Tang
Image from @nymatang
Glamour is this picture. Glamour is her hair, the colour and the style. Glamour is her coat, the jewellery and her pose. Glamour is Nyma in this photo.
Trend | Fringing
Image by Jason Lloyd Evans
At Milan fashion week one trend that stood out was fringing. Boss, Bottega Veneta, Prada etc were in on it. What i like about this trend is that it translates well to accessiries like handbags. Will you be wearing this trend?
Style Look | Stephanie Coker
Stephanie Coker is a Nigerian TV Host and influencer who has style for days. The presenter and recent mother has to be one of the most stylish mothers out there. Loving the photo of her with the buggy and car. Images from her Instagram @stephaniecoker .
Instagram Like | Arieta Who
Image by Trulsbaerg
@Arietawho (love her profile name) is too bad for words. Formerly the head of PR for River Island, the creative consultant never misses a beat. Her hair is always on point, her style is second to none and her nails give me nail envy. The style influencer is fierce and inimitable. Follow her on Instagram at @arietawho.
My Style | Signature
I have three signatures. A bold lip. Think bright hues that are no shrinking violets. A great headscarf, convinced i was born with one on my head. My third signature is a fierce pair of sunglasses. I feel invincible in these. What are your sigmatures?
Shopping bag | Fendi Sunshine Shopper Bag
This Fendi sunshine shopper is the stuff dreams are made from. The perfect shade of tan and the perfect size makes for a bag that references the 70s while all the while staying bang on trend. The bag is just begging to be a part of your wardrobe. Shop it here.
Lust List | Fendi Socks
High on my lust list is this pair of beige silk socks by Fendi. They would look great with sandals or even retro inspired platforms. Buy them for £150 here.
Iman Shumpert and Teyana Taylor
Iman Shumpert is oh so stylish. The basketball player is one to watch. Could there be a better pairing than he and his wife Teyana Taylor? Too much style for days.
Object Of My Affection | Zumi Gucci Bag
Named for actress and experimental musician Zumi Rosow, the Zumi bag by Alessandro Michele for Gucci is the perfect bag for the girl who wants a classic bag inspired by decades past. The horsebit metal detail works with the shape of the bag. This bag will become a classic that will stand the test of time. Shop the bag here.