Trend Spotter: Indian Inspired Headpiece

Check our trend spotter rocking the indian glam headpiece! She looks on spot, are you feeling her look? (Be our next Trend Spotter and send a picture of you rocking the latest trend to elegancy101@gmail.com)

Girls Night Out: Emily B With Ombre Hair

Former “Love & Hip Hop” reality star Emily Bustamante was in Miami with Draya this weekend and made an appearance at Club Play. She showed off her new ombre look and her gorgeous curves in the sold out $300 Faster by Mark Fast stretch mesh dress that features a tasselled hemline and contoured circular cut outs to the sides. Do you like the ombre look on her?

Accessorize: Solange's Baroque Sunglasses

Solange released fabulous pictures on her blog from her summer spent in Paris last year. In a few of the shots, she’s rocking a statement pair of $290 Prada Baroque Sunglasses.

Shop Online: South African Webshop Zando

South African fashion lovers, WAKE UP! Cause there is a new on webshop online with exclusive brands and free delivery! ZANDO.co.za is South Africa’s most comprehensive online fashion store. With both local and international brands, they offer excellent customer service, high-quality products and a unique online shopping experience.

Reppin Africa: Loreen Talhaoui Wins Eurovison Song Contest

Loreen Talhaoui a 28 year old swedish singer from Moroccan descent won the 2012 Eurovision Song Contest in Baku, Azerbaijan. She was representing Sweden as she rack up a total of 327 points. The Eurovision Song Contest is an annual competition held among active member countries of the European Broadcasting Union. It is also one of the most watched non-sporting events in the world, with audience figures having been quoted in recent years as anything between 100 million and 600 million internationally.

Reppin Africa: G.O.O.D. Music

Say hello to the G.O.O.D. Music crew! Kanye posed for a photo with all of his label signees on the set of his new short film ‘Cruel Summer,’ which was shot in Qatar. The photo includes (From left to right), Pusha T, NIGERIAN POP SENSATION D'BANJ(Reppin Africa), 2 Chainz, Big Sean, Mr. Hudson, Teyana Taylor, Hit-Boy and CyHi The Prynce all dressed in matching Middle Eastern/Egyptian garb. Arent we proud that G.O.O.D. Music is getting the Afrobeat scene out there?

Hot or Not: Tiffany Album Cover



Ghanaian Afro-pop artist Tiffany's latest album cover. Hot or Not? Rate below:

Look Book: German Sportwear K1X

German basketball inspired sports and streetwear brand K1X is introducing their women’s line called K1X Shorty. Their clothes are inspired by dancing and the hip hop lifestyle. So they satisfy all the ambitious needs of active young women. Colorful, edgy, sporty but sexy are their keywords. Check their look book after the jump:

Style inspiration: Neon Facts

We've been giving neon colors side-eye since for a while, but you’re not sure how to pull it off now that you’re not 12 anymore. Can it be done? Absolutely. Get some background information about neon and its evolution:

Introducing: Uzo Vn Fashion Brand

Uzo Vn is a fashion couture brand, which follows no trends born from the strong connection of heritage between the designer ‘Vivienne Nwosu’ and her motherland Nigeria. Vivienne Nwosu is a graduate of ‘The University of Arts London’ (Formerly known as the London Institute). She obtained a degree in the discipline of ‘Fashion Design Technology’.

Flick: Miss West Africa Sierra Leone 2011-2012 2nd Runner Up

Miss West Africa's Stella Bangura, 2011 2nd Runner Up.

Spread: Dawn Richard In Pynk Magazine

We are still rooting for Dawn Richard, she’s featured in the latest issue of PYNK Magazine, where they put the spotlight on her funky style in a flirty photo spread accompanied by a candid interview.

Get the Look: Draya In Yellow Maxi Dress

Draya was seen in a pale yellow strapless maxi dress by Silence & Noise. The $119 (approx. 95 euros) strapless slightly sexy, but demure and sweet dress features a sweetheart neckline, double slits at the front for movement, and a ruched bust. Get the dress after the jump:

Beach Wear: Lais Ribeiro For Nordstrom

Are you enjoying the sun? Here are some pictures of Lais Ribeiro showing some Bikini action for Nordstrom. If you are into this outfits purchase it online via the webshop Nordstrom. Lais Ribeiro above is wearing a La Blanca ‘Glimmer Girl’ Shirred One Piece Bandeau Swimsuit and Cara Accessories Metal & Fabric Mixed Bangles.

Hair: Rihanna Goes For Dreads

Rihanna performed on American Idol with another new hairdo. After arriving on stage in a pyramid, the songstress showed her straight bangs with a dreaded ponytail. With her smoky eyes and her midrif exposed, the singer lead a team of sexy dancers through her "Where Have You Been" performance. YAY or NAY?

Accessorize: Shop MYOB Online

Are you looking for statement jewelry for the summer? Look no further than MYOB. These pieces make everybody's head turn. The earrings are works of art. If you keep the outfit simple and wear one of these pieces you will be most fashion forward 4 sure.

Music: Olu Mountain Is Reppin African Women With NAWTI

Olu Maintain is back with a brand new track. This time he is reppin all the NAWTi women (Natural African Woman Totally Inspiring). The video stars bad girl AKA Miss I Run La, Natalie Nunn. Listen to it after the jump:

Hairstyle of the Day



On this lovely sunny day, we'll like to share our new Hairstyle of the Day. She chose for the color "crazy" pink. Love the way you combined your hair with the pink make-up and pink top. What do you think? (Be our next Style of the Day and send your picture to elegancy101@gmail.com)

Event: Styled by YOU celebrates its 1st Anniversary

YAY! Styled by YOU celebrates its 1st Anniversary. Styled by YOU! welcomes all individuals in the fashion world for their event: stylists, fashion designers, fashion bloggers, models, PR agencies, photographers, fashion addicts, socialites and entrepreneurial personalities. They want to celebrate the 1st anniversary event with everyone. The first 150 people will receive a goodie bag. So, make sure you'll be on time! More info below.

Start a trend: A Captain’s Hat As Accessory

Be at the head of of the fashion game and add a Captain’s Hat to your accessories. We adore chicks with the boldness to change up their style. Although the trend died about a year ago, Seize the opportunity to start a trend of your own. By doing this you can always wear the badge of "trendsetter" proudly.

Hair: Try Alicia Key's Braided Updo

Alicia Keys was recently spotted at The Billboard Music Awards wearing a design by Azzedine Alaia Couture, Repossi earrings, a Jennifer Fisher hand piece, Brian Atwood heels and a bold braided updo. Do you love her braid so much? Follow step-by-step notes on exactly how to create Alicia's braided masterpiece after the jump.

Flicks: Miss Beauty of the World Djamila Celina Melcherts

Miss Beauty of the World Netherlands 2011 Djamila Celina Melcherts. Hot or Not? Rate below:

Event: Mimi Lee London Unveil Showrrom and TV Ad

UK Based Fashion Brand Mimi Lee London Unveil its Showroom in Lagos this Saturday. The brain behind the fashion house/its creative director - Mimi Hassan. The brand was seen on some top Nigerian celebrities and socialites including Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, Omowunmi Akinnifesi, Goldie, Eku Edewor, Tiwa Savage and many more. Watch their Summer 2012 Collection TV Ad after the jump.

Beauty Tip: Is a Fish Pedicare Really That Healthy

Fish pedicures is a bizarre beauty ritual but with shady animal-welfare considerations. During a treatment customers place their feet in tanks of warm freshwater containing dozens of toothless Garra rufa fish, which are about the size of minnows. They are also known as doctor or nibble fish. They suck and gently nibble away at dry and dead skin. The end result is said to leave your feet feeling refreshed and healthy. But is it really that healthy?

Reppin Africa: Nas In African Inspired shirt by Woolrich Woolen Mills

Nas is covering the June/July 2012 issue of Complex magazine with the caption, ‘Life Is Good’, which is also the title of his forthcoming album. He is reppin Africa by wearing an African Inspired shirt by Woolrich Woolen Mills. His tank is by Polo Ralph Lauren, shorts by Rocawear, boots by Timberland and Hat by Kangol. Did he kill it, what do you think?

Beach Wear: Cassie's Neon Bikini

YES! The sun has finally arrived and it really feels like summer. This means that its time to splurge some bikini's. Cassie strikes sexy poses in neon bandeau bathing suits in Vibe Magazine’s sultry July 2011 issue. If you care to copy her look for a sweltering summer day, we’ve got you covered:

Cover: Bruna Tenorio covers Elle Vietnam

Bruna Tenorio covers Elle Vietnam June 2012, the “Green Issue”. Image credit Elle Vietnam

Accessorize: Poema-Jones African Inspired Earrings

Need more African inspired earrings to lust after? Today we are showing some flicks of Poema Jones African inspired handmade earrings. She was recently part of a photoshoot campaign that was organized with the aim to give people a positive reflection of ethnic fashion.

Shoes: Estelle In Brian Atwood Fontanne Shoes

You go ESTELLE! The red jacket with the turquoise shoes is very striking. She performed at Milan’s Forum di Assago, and dined afterwards with shoe designer Brian Atwood. She went out in his designs offcourse and snapped a click in her $350 (approx. 274 euros) B Brian Atwood Fontanne Suede and Snake Print Platform Pumps:

Fashionshow: Ella & Gabby Autumn/Winter 2012

Ella & Gabby officially launched its Autumn/Winter 2012 Collection at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island in Lagos Nigeria. Lagos fashionistas such as Ono Bello, Franka Asindi, Ezinne Chinkata, Toyin Lawani, Lilian Unachukwu and Veronica Odeka all came out in style to support the brand headed by Ada Mgbudem. Take a look:

Style: Blaq Chyna In Vintage Versace Shirt

It seems like Cassie, Brandy and now Blaq Chyna are going for the old school vintage Versace shirts. Blaq Chyna was seen with Tyga in a vintage Versace shirt, one of three the brand re-issued this year. While Cassie and Brandy opted for the yellow and pink option, Blac Chyna got the red one:

Nollywood Movie: Kiss & Tell

Bernard (Desmond Elliot) and Ike (Joseph Benjamin) are friends and partners at BlueQuest a firm that they run together. They have a friendly rivalry when it comes to picking up girls. Ike and Bernard make a bet that if Ike sleeps with Delphine (Mona Lisa Chinda) a gorgeous divorcee that has sworn off men he will get 5 percent of Bernards’s company shares and if not he will give up 5 percent of his own shares which means that the person who wins will have a controlling share of the company.

Get The Look: Toya Wright In Manderin Collar Sheer

Author Toya Wright tweeted a photo of herself with a fishtail braid wound into a top knot. She was looking funky as she color blocked with her pale yellow, semi-sheer Red Haute Slouchy Mandarin Collar Sheer Shirt , $1,495 Jimmy Choo Letitia Platform Sandals in coral, and light wash skinny jeans.

Hairstyle of the Day

We have a new Hairstyle of the Day! Her look is very EDGY! We love the blond ombre afro. It looks like she is heading for two trends at the same time, the new curly hair trend and the ombre hair. You go girl! Are you feeling her look? Rate below. Be our next Hairstyle of the Day and send your picture to elegancy101@gmail.com)

Look Book: Virgos Launch Summer Collection 2012

Virgos Lounge launched their summer collection in collaboration with Topshop. The collection launched at the retail giant’s flagship store on Oxford Circus. For those who are unable to get to the store, dont worry. The summer collection is available to purchase online at www.virgoslounge.com. Take a look at the look book.

Reppin Africa: Menaye Donkor In Vogue Black Italia

Vogue Black Italia shares an insight into the life of Menaye Donkor, Miss Ghana 2004, Model and Aspiring Actress committed to social causes. She is also partner of AC Milan soccer player Sulley Muntari.

Hot or Not: Genevieve Nnaji In Lagos

On Thursday 3rd May 2012, the ever so gorgeous Nigerian actress Genevieve Nnaji and her friends gathered at Sip Lounge, Victoria Island, Lagos to throw the starlet a fabulous surprise party. Are you feeling her look?:

Trend Spotter: Yvonne Nelson Curly Hair

Ghanian actress Yvonne Nelson was recently spotted with a new hair do. I guess she follows the crowd with the uprising dramatic curly hair trend. She was on the set of her new movie “Single & Married“. The movie which is directed by Pascal Amanfo also features Nigerian TV Presenter turned actress Tana Adelana.

Style: Cassie In Salvatore Ferragamo Jumpsuit

Although she is low on talent, she is real value in the entertainment world wearing high on fashionista outfits! She was leaving her hotel room in Cannes where the Paparazzi snapped her in a Salvatore Ferragamo Spring 2012 jumpsuit:

Style of the day

Our new Style of the day is ready for the summer. Different, funky, we like! We’re sure not everyone will ‘get’ your look, but we can always appreciate someone willing to take sartorial risks. What do you guys think? Rate below! (Be our next Style of the Day and send your picture to elegancy101@gmail.com)

Club Style London: Style Spotters At Cococure

"It's Friday and I'm ready to sing pick up my girls and hit the party scene". Thats right, today is the day to put on your favorite party dress. Talking about partydresses, while we were in London we explored the nightscene at club Jalouse at the Cococure party. It was a straight up Afrobeat gig where the ladies dressed to impress. Check some of the outfits they were working with after the jump and dont forget to RATE them all:

Flicks: Donna Summer *1948-2012*

LaDonna Adrian Gaines (December 31, 1948 – May 17, 2012).

Health: How To Avoid Spring Allergies

Letting pollen drift in through open windows and using the wrong air filter can contribute to allergy flare-ups in spring, experts say. Over 80 million people in Europe have some form of allergic disease and their prevalence is increasing. according to the European Federation of Allergy and Airway Diseases Patients Association, they suffer from sneezing, sniffling, stuffiness and itchy eyes due to spring allergies. How can you avoid it?

Accessorize: Keri Hilson With Melody Ehsani Necklace

Keri Hilson is following up the curly hair trend when she was spotted at the ATL Live on the Park season 3 opening last night. I dont know about the hair but the fab $68 (approx. 49 euros) Lotus Necklace by Melody Ehsani she’s rocking is so cute.

Nailz: Cassie's Yellow Stiletto Nails

Are you planning to do your nailz. Get some nail inspiration from Cassie. She is a frequent stiletto nail shop visitor. Before her appearance on BET’s 106 and Park, she stopped by the Japanese based salon, , esNAIL for a set of stiletto nails with a ‘healthy gel’ base that is used to keep your nails healthy. Maybe you should try it, what do you think?

Discussion: Africa Needs Investement And Partnership

L’Uomo Vogue‘s May issue is dedicated entirely to the “rebranding of Africa,”. It delves into a topic rarely explored by fashion magazines: World politics! In fact, the whole issue is dedicated to the “rebranding of Africa”, and features the unlikely cover star of 67-year-old Ban Ki-moon, the Secretary General of the UN.

Style: Jennifer Williams In Valentino Jumpsuit

Who do we have here! Last weekend Basketball Wive Jennifer Williams was in Los Angeles for the taping of the reunion show as well as doing business for her own brand. After the reunion she catched up with other castmate member and "friend" Kenya Bell for dinner and drinks at Nobu Los Angeles. Jen was looking good in her bold red Pre-Fall 2012 Valentino strapless jumpsuit. More pictures after the jump:

Flick: Melodie Monrose by Benjamin Lennox

Melodie Monrose by Benjamin Lennox. Love it or Hate it?

Music Musthave: D'Banj - Oliver Twist

Naija star D'banj is on the RISE. Ever since his official “Oliver Twist” single dropped online, his buzz has been escalating. The single “Oliver Twist” is debuting at No.9 on Itunes UK Top 100 Downloads. He is really making a name for himself, not only in Africa but worldwide! Check the song after the jump and make sure you download it:

Hot or Not: Nadia Buari In Houston

Known for her lead roles in hit African movies such as Beyonce The Presidents Daughter, King is Mine, Sacred Lies, Agony of Christ, and several others, the Ghanian star Nadia Buari was living it up in Houston and Dallas to meet and mingle with fans. Does she look hot or not: