Fashion
Face-mask fashion makes fighting virus ‘more fun’
Making the wearing of face masks compulsory to contain the spread of coronavirus has provided a challenge to fashionistas.
Nigerian designer Sefiya Diejomaoh, pictured above sporting a diamante-studded covering, did not want to stop being stylish, she told the Reuters news agency in the country’s commercial hub, Lagos.
“When you come out in a stylish mask or with an accessory such as this, it doesn’t seem as though we’re fighting a war. It seems more fun,” she is quoted as saying.
“People going around in surgical masks is depressing,” she said. “I have to maintain status quo and who I am despite the situation.”“Everyone is on it right now including designers. It is a necessary fashion statement right now,” said Angel Obasi (above) who runs the Instagram account Styleconnaisseur.
Student Uche Helen, wears a face mask to match her head-band.
A Reuters photographer also spotted another woman in Lagos who went for the matching headgear and face mask combination:Nigeria has more than 5,600 confirmed cases of coronavirus and 176 deaths from the illness.
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Skirts are a wardrobe essential for many women, offering a variety of styles for different occasions.
Interestingly, not every woman is familiar with different types of skirts available and how best to style them.
The Spectator takes a look at the different types of skirts every woman should know about.
Mini skirt: Short length above knee.
Maxi skirt: Long length reaches the knee.
Tierd skirt: Layers of fabric for a flowy look
Mermaid skirt: Fitted through the hips, flaring the bottom.
Trumpet skirt: Slight flare from mid-thigh to hem.
Circle skirt: Full and flared with a circular shape.
Bubble skirt: Gathered hem creates a full, rounded shape.
Wrap skirt: Wraps around the waist and ties
Staker skirt: Short and flared playful style
Pencil skirt: Slim fit, straight shape
Pleated skirt: Features even folds or pleats.
Tullip skirt: Overlapping from panels create a tulip shape.
Asymmetrical skirt: Uneven hemline for a modern look.
Godet skirt: Inset panels add extra flare.
A-Line skirt: Fitted at the waist gradually flares out.
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By Linda Abrefi Wadie
VINTAGE dresses are making a strong comeback in the fashion world as more women embrace timeless designs that combine elegance and a touch of jewellery.
Once regarded as old-fashioned, vintage dresses are now becoming fashionable choices for women who want to stand out from the crowd.
Fashion enthusiasts are particularly drawn to vintage pieces because of their uniqueness. Unlike mass-produced outfits that are often seen everywhere, vintage dresses offer wearers the opportunity to create a distinctive look while expressing their personality.
Vintage dresses are also versatile; they can be worn to weddings, parties, church services, social gatherings or even casual outings, depending on how they are styled. Pairing them with modern shoes, a handbag or simple jewellery can give the outfit a fresh and contemporary appearance.
Vintage fashion therefore proves that style does not always have to mean following the latest trend. Sometimes, the most fashionable statement is found in the beauty of the past.
