WEEKEND LUV - THE 11 EDITION

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Here are my top 11 songs and videos of 2006.
Some of them were released prior to 2006 but their impact this year was just incredible!
Enjoy.....

Paul Play Dairo - Angel Of My Life


Clench - Mase Binu Simi


P-Square - Bizzy Body


Wierd MC - Ijoya


D'Banj - Why Me


Jazzman Olofin - Shake Somethin'


Ruff, Rugged & Raw - Wetin Dey


Modenine - Cry


Sauce Kid Ft Mike Okri - Omoge Wa Jo


Storm All Stars - Eko Ile


Dare Art Alade - Escalade


Oh by the way, some gist from the Akon/LL Cool J concert
- Akon's belt was stolen when he jumped into the crowd...lol....fortunately it was just a puma belt though the security still harrassed people while trying to find it.
- LL gave some ladies roses....they were esctatic
Overall, heard it was a good show

The UN CatWalk the World - Fashion For Food Show at the Golden Tulip in Accra was fab! It was on friday night (the 22nd of Dec)
- Damon Dash attended
- Ozwald, Deola and all the other designers did a fab job
- Over $75,000 was raised towards food provision initiatives.
- Kudos to Mensah and Obaro

Happy Birthday Dammie!
Her birthday was yesterday.....happy birthday sweetie! I'm sooo proud of u !
check out her work - www.dammieinc.com

Have a great holiday!
I'll have something special next week......
Have a blessed Christmas and New Year!
Thanks soooo much for all the support since I started in June/July.....I dont want to sound cheesy but its meant so much to me that you guys take time out to read, email, comment and tell your friends about www.bellanaija.com
Big thanks from me!
~Much Luv

T.Y

Photography has really exploded in Nigeria!
With all the new photo studios offering professional services and the wonderful photographers we all see on shutterchance, photography among Nigerians is no longer child’s play.
My favourite photographer is Toyin ‘T.Y’ Bello nee Sokefun
She is a multi-talented young lady who was part of the group, KUSH (remember, Angels and Lets Live Together?), she also studied economics at the University of Lagos.
T.Y is one of Nigeria’s foremost photographers and is part of the prestigious 'Depth of Field' Collective…

I luv her work plus she's so down-to-earth...

I also luv her bohemian style...uber fab!

Here is some of T.Y’s work and a Studio 53 feature on her.

**watch the vid, its worth it!**

Since we are on the photography tip, here are my fav photoblogs:
Etomi’s Photoblog - HERE
Labinjo’s Photoblog - HERE
Nubi’s Photoblog - HERE
Alakija’s Photoblog - HERE
Asiko’s Photoblog - HERE
Mista Skee’s Photoblog - HERE
Suby’s Photoblog – HERE
Atunbi’s Photoblog - HERE
Morenike’s Photoblog - HERE
Mask’s Photoblog - HERE
Tinuke's Photoblog - HERE
Foofie's Photoblog - HERE
Elsie's Photoblog - HERE
Naijabloke's Photoblog - HERE
Zaiprincesa's Photoblog - HERE

Onada's Photoblog - HERE

That's it folks!
Let us know what u think!

I luv photo 3 so much! I'm sure all u ladies can relate...

I luv T.Y's work and style - What do you think of her?

Photography as a profession- Thumbs up or Thumbs down?

BIKINI AFRIQUE

We have so many beaches in Africa but we hardly hear anything about beachwear and swimwear.
I personally LUV the beach.
When in Lagos, my saturdays are ideally spent speeding off some isolated beach in the middle of nowhere. If u havent done this yet, do not let this xmas go by without going to the beach (I am not talking about Lekki, Alpha or Bar beach lol, try something different)

Anyway, swimwear is actually big business in the fashion industry.
For now we do not have any Nigerian designers that focus on this niche but here are some African designers doing it big in swimwear and beachwear. ENJOY.

Tracy B Swimwear


Amanda Laird Cherry Swimwear


Black Coffee Swimwear


Colleen Eitzen Swimwear


JBS Swimwear


Stoned Cherrie Swimwear


Sun Goddess Swimwear


So, what do you think? Hot or Not?
Will it be a good idea for a Nigerian designer to start making swimwear?
Any fun beach stories? Let us know...

Have a great week!!!!!!
Nominate your fave blogger for the Nigerian Blogger Awards at T-Minx's blog
Ciao

WEEKEND LUV - THE LUXE EDITION

Model of the Week – Teiko Dornor – Plus-Size Model from Ghana based in the UK

Hey Everyone,
What’s going on? Hope ur week has been fun…
I am sooo envious of all of you have a long xmas holiday.
I only get the 25th, 26th and 1st off…imagine that!
Anyways, lots of fun stuff is happening over the next couple of weeks and I’ll definitely fill u in on it.
Its time for Weekend Luv – Bella Naija Style…

The Events
LL Cool J and Akon will be performing in Nigeria TODAY
They’ll both be performing at the Star Mega Jam 2006 at the Polo Club in Lagos.
On the 16th, they’ll be at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin. P-Square, D’Banj, Weird MC, Ruggedman, Mode 9, Star Quest winners KC Presh and D’Accord, African China, Muma Gee, Tony Tetula, Daddy Showkey, Tony Oneweek and Obesere will be there too…
Should be HOT! Hope the security is tight tho.

ThisDay Fashion Weekend II – This Weekend
Alek Wek, Yasmin Warsame and Oluchi have already arrived for the second edition of the ThisDay Fashion Weekend. A series of HOT fashion shows (Deola Sagoe, Anna Getanah, Xuly Bet, Tiffany Amber, Ere Hart, Ijeru Coker, Dakova) and glossy photoshoots will take place in Lagos this weekend. It is part of a series of events aimed at launching ThisDay Style into a glossy international fashion mag. FAB.

UN CatWalk the World - Fashion For Food Show in Ghana on Monday
The UN Fashion For Food event goes to Ghana this weekend. It’s going to be an absolutely fab show. Deola Sagoe, Ozwald Boateng and other illustrious African designers will be showing collections to raise awareness and funds for this important cause. The campaign is being organized under United Nations World Food Programme and Health PR by CatWALK The World’s International Committee spearheaded by co-founders Obaro Ibru (Chairman) and Matthew Mensah (CEO).

The News
Sophie Okonedo and Chiwetel Ejiofor who are both of Nigerian origin were nominated for Golden Globes.
Chiwetel actually received 2 noms for Kinky Boots and Tsunami - The Aftermath while Sophie was nominated for Tsunami- The Aftermath.
I wish them good luck!

The Hits
D’Banj – Tonosibe
Hot Song from D’Banj’s new album
Could this be the 2007’s Tongolo?
U need to buy this album…its one for your I-Pod and CD player!
Here is the vid for his new smash hit - Why Me
**Dammie, see Denrele is in the video! lol***


Amplifyd Ft Akon – Streetz
Yes…Amplifyd has released their new album.
Yes….They’ve got a hot song with Mr. 2 songs on the Billboard Top 10, Akon
What can I say, luv them or hate them….Amplifyd is HOT.
Their album is currently sold-out! But you can order a copy HERE

Akon – Smack That Ft Eminem
Two of the hottest songs of the moment worldwide, one man.
Aliaune Thiam aka Akon, the Senegal-born former convict is killin’ it with this track!
Hot!

If you haven’t seen Toni Payne’s NI Episode…Check it out HERE
She did a fab job!

*BTW, I’m trying a new music uploader…I think it keeps the songs online for longer..
It allows u download and also listen online so its kinda fab…hope it works out
If u have any issues let me know.

That’s it!
Have a great weekend…
U can always hola at bellanaija@gmail.com
For all those of u travelling this weekend…Safe Journey!
Stay Fabulous~

2FACE ALBUM LAUNCH

2Face Idibia launched his new album with a big bang a couple of days ago.

The event was sponsored by Guinness.
Check out the pics

Omotola


Weird MC and Kemistry


Rest of the guests











So what do you think?
Do you think this album will be as hot as the last?
On a side note, what do u think this dude is saying?

NIGERWIVES

Hey Everyone,

How is your week going?

Hope all is great!

Anyway, check out this article from Joy Magazine on foreign women who packed up everything to move to Nigeria when they married Nigerian men.

It's very interesting!

So wht do u think?

Would you pack up and move PERMANENTLY to a foreign developing country for your man/woman?

I don't think I could.....

I feel these women are soooo brave for taking such a step! That's love...

I mean after watching things like the 20/20 documentary on Nigerian scammers, I'm sure most people would be like 'Hell No!' lol....
I also think that most men would not do it.....as in pack up and follow their wives to her country.

While we are on the issue, check out Jeremy Weate's blog - Naijablog

He's British and moved back to Nigeria with his Nigerian partner, Bibi..

I dont know the details but I think its pretty cool

Also check out Araceli Aipoh's blog (she is featured in/wrote the article above).

She moved back to Nigeria with her husband and has lived there for many years.

Anyway, let us know what u think!

THE FUTURE

The Future Awards honours and celebrates Nigeria's young movers and shakers.
Young people between the ages of 18 and 31 are nominated by the public then assessed by an esteemed panel who choose the eventual winners.
The longlist for the 2007 awards have just been released and several bloggers were nominated including
Ms Minx
Lola from My Fish Bowl
Just Me
Toni Payne

Congrats to them!
I hope they all make the shortlist and take home the awards.
I am also proud of everyone else nominated! U guys are making a difference and inspiring the next generation!
Check out the list ~

Model of the Year:
1. Isio Wanogho
2. Doyin Haastrup
3. Kunle Dawodu
4. Adeola Ariyo
5. Dolapo Olorunsola
6. Warebi Martha
7. Otu Ukpanah
8. Yusuf Raheem

Entrepreneur of the Year (Beauty & Style):
1. Tessy Oliseh – Designer, Tesslo Concepts
2. Bola Balogun and Yemi Akerele – Executive Imaging and Stylists
3. Buki Osunkeye – Designer, Azaria
4. Elorhor Isioho – MD, Beth Modelling Agenecy
5. Lisa Folawiyo – Designer, Jewel by Lisa
6. Toni Payne – MD, Toni Payne Cosmetics
7. Taiwo and Kehinde Okunoren – Designers, Okunoren Twins
8. Temi Ogunsnya – Creative Director, Tiger Tem

Young Person of the Year:
1. Symon Adeji – Sleek Magazine
2. Chimamanda Adichie - Accomplished young writer
3. Kafayat Shafaru – Dancer/Guinness Book of Records Holder
4. Ikpowusan Osakioduwa (Wildchild) – Presenter (Temptation Nigeria/Studio 53)
5. Bright Okpocha (Basketmouth) - Comedian
6. Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde - Actress
7. Temidayo Israel – Youth Leader/Activist
8. Tara Fela-Durotoye – Makeup entrepreneur

Entrepreneur of the Year:
1. Symon Adeji – Sleek Magazine
2. Goke Oludare – Owns 4 companies worth a total of 20 million naira
3. Temi Ogunsanya – Creative Director, Tiger Tem
4. Tewa Onasanya – Exquisite Magazine
5. Funke Bucknor – Event Planner
6. Bukola Ponnle- Adubi - Miccom Resorts
7. Emem Ema – Music Executive/Entrepreneur
8. Funlola Aofiyebi – Media Entrepreneur

Best Use of Goodwill:
1. Tosin Dekalu – New Generation CEO, Lady Cobbler
2. Jennifer Obayuwana – Polo Limited
3. Zena Igbinedion
4. Dumebi Agbakoba – Do Somethin’
5. TELD
6. Bunmi Adeola
7. Maria and Marita Ayodele - SADD
8. Rotimi and Niyi Makanjuola – Caverton Helicopters

Actor of the Year:
1. Uche Anyaemele
2. Stella Damascus-Aboderin
3. Ini Edo
4. Carol Ekanem
5. Frankincense Ben-Eche
6. Mike Ezuruonye
7. Dakore Egbuson
8. Omono Imobhio

Journalist of the Year:
1. Femi Kolawole - JAAID
2. Shina Oyetayo - TELL
3. Gbenga Ogundare - National Interest
4. Ebun Olatoye – True Love West Africa
5. Samson Adeoye - The Guardian
6. Abdulkareem Baba Aminu - Weekly Trust
7. Femi Rilwan Adebumiju - The Week
8. Ayeni Adekunle - Encomium

On-Air Personality of the Year:
1. Gbemi Olateru-Olagbegi – Cool 96.9 FM
2. Kemi Olisaemeka (Kemistry) – Rhythm 93.7 FM
3. Kemi Adetiba – Temptation Nigeria/Studio 53
4. Ikponwusan Osakioduwa (Wildchild) – Temptation Nigeria/Studio 53
5. Ronke Apampa – BEN TV
6. Lamide Akintobi – Channels TV
7. Ebuka Obi-Uchendu – BBN/Friends or Foe
8. Denrele Edun – Sound City/Next Movie Star

Musician of the Year:
1. Soul E
2. Psquare
3. Tosin Martins
4. Dare Art-Alade
5. Infiniti
6. Bouqui
7. Dbanj
8. Resonance

Professional of the Year:
1. Emma Ugolee - Globacom
2. Lola Talabi – Manager, Cadbury Schweppes
3. Modupe Adefeso - YDNX
4. Femi Olagbaiye - MTV Base
5. Ify Dozie - Nigerian Breweries
6. Stephen Owolabi - GTBank
7. Anita Ibru - Minerva Recruitment Consultants
8. Stanley Ailuelohia - UBA

Producer of the Year:
1. Effiong Eton - STV
2. Denrele Edun - Soundcity
3. Sekinat Ayeyemi - New Dawn
4. Mary Ero - MBI
5. Soji Ogunnaike - Big Brother Nigeria
6. David Uro – Based in Jos
7. Gbenga Akinbo
8. Alu Mc Ikpah - BBC’s Naija Flava
9. Oreofe Williams - STV
10. Micheal Olatunde Oyeyiola - Soundcity

Magazine of the Year:
1. Juice
2. Dynamix
3. RISE
4. Bubbles
5. Inspire
6. Applause
7. Hip Hop World
8. ICON

Team of the Year:
1. Sound Effects
2. MASK – Dance Group
3. Thoroughbreds
4. The Zebra Team – Dance Group (Guinness Book of Records)
5. TELD
6. WhoGoBuy
7. Babs Educational Consult
8. Induced Mega Media

Best Use of Technology:
1. Bola Olowu - Vibedownloads
2. Lanre Lawal – Multimedia guru
3. Chinedu Ogwuegbu - Silicon Concepts
4. Cygress
5. Adebola Adeoni
6. Gbenga Sesan - Lagos Digital Village
7. Gecko Multimedia
8. Ify Eronini

Youth Advocacy:
1. Gbenga Sesan
2. Temidayo Israel
3. Victor Gotevbe
4. Moses Imayi
5. Purple Cancer Care

6. Temitayo Etomi
7. Henry Ilaegbe

8. Francis Anyaegbu

So what do you think of The Future Awards concept?
What did u do in 2006 that you are proud of?
Let us know!
Have a great week!

WEEKEND LUV - THE BN EDITION

Model of the week - Kaone Kairo - Face of Africa 2005 - Repping Botswana

Hey Everyone,
What’s good! It’s the weekend again….wow! this year has really gone by fast!
Meanwhile, I am sure most of u r packin up for naij…..HAVE FUN!
Be safe!
Not much is happenin’ here, I’m just trying to catch up with my work before the holiday…anyway, here is Weekend Luv

Blogs
TP’s Blogs
I really luv TP’s blogs….they are all very interesting and inspiring.
I especially luv her ‘Journey Down The Aisle’ blog…FAB

Just Me’s Blog
Lagos media chick (name withheld lol) has a very interesting blog…
I’m lovin it…check it out

Vids
Here are some hot Nigerian music videos…

The new one from Eldee called Champion. Thanks Biodun


This Tosin Martins video has been in hot demand even though it is quite old. Thanks NE


Sounds
Ruggedman – Ruggedy Baba
It’s a hot song…Rugged recently survived a nasty car crash. Thank God.
Make sure u buy his new album…its hot!

D’Banj – Tongolo Rmx
I featured his new single, Why Me on bellanaija some months ago…Here is the remix of his biggest song, Tongolo
Hot albums, Hot songs, Hot dude…
You can see the vid on youtube - HERE
This dude is just too talented! His new album is a must have!

Onyeka Onwenu – Peace
I got this from Uzo (thanks girl)…Onyeka needs to release a Greatest Hits album

it will surely sell like hotcakes…

Thanks for the luv….Have a great weekend…
Ciao!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

~ I'M BACK ~

Hey People!!!!!!!!

I’m back!!!
First up, thanks sooooo much to my guestbloggers – TC, Adaure, Dammie, Don Chi and Icy…Much luv! Thanks for helping out, I owe u one!

I have missed u guys madly!!!
I have been wanting to blog since I got back on Monday night but I have been so exhausted!
My trip was utterly fab…
I am sooooo glad I went! I will have to make a return trip to DC/Maryland ASAP!...
I didn’t even end up going ‘out’ as in clubbing or anything like that but I still had mad fun!
I met loads of people so that was really cool…I also had some very funny experiences..
Let me give you guys some tidbits…

As in, I usually go to New York whenever I go to the states so I am kinda used to NY guys and their madness
I didn’t know that DC guys were on the same page o
I was downtown DC (I think its downtown anyway…I’m talking about where the white house, congress building etc are) so I was waiting for my ride to pick me up so I decided to walk around….

I went to the congress building, there was this police officer there, in uniform and everything o! so dude was like
‘hi, do u have any questions?’….I was like ‘nooooo’…
before I knew it, he was like
‘what is your name?’…
‘do you want to go for dinner?’
‘take my number and I’ll give u a free tour!’….
LOL..I was stunned..

Anyway, walking back, guys would just randomly say things like
‘damn you are fine’
‘you are one attractive young lady’

Etc…

I just had to start laughing…
By the way, I was dressed very simply, as in no booty or boobs hanging out….lol..

The final straw was when one dude in a CLS waved to me, the way the dude waved…I thought ‘oh maybe I know him’, I just smiled and kept on walking…do you know that this guy drove around the block! Caught up to me walking and said we ‘must!’ go for dinner…lol…he was a really cute African-American dude + smelled really nice (lol)…I didn’t give him my number tho lol…

There is lots more gist from my DC/MD trip but we’ll stop with this…
So the morale of my story is ladies, if u r looking for a man, go to DC…lol

I am glad to be back tho…

Here is this True Love photo feature on women who run night clubs in Nigeria.
I really luv it because it’s a gutsy move for any woman in Nigeria where any women in the spotlight becomes the victim of incessant gossip and endless drama…

Nice one ladies, I am proud of u…I added Maeva Taiwo from Tanjia because she deserves a place on the list.




Booky Younatie – Kileleyio


Catherine Effiong – Saga VIII


Louise Priddy – Bacchus/6 Degrees North


Maeva Taiwo – Tanjia
Maeva is originally from Tahiti and is married to Ladi Taiwo

So what do you think?

AFRICA'S NEXT TOP MODELS BY ICY

My girl Icy is guestblogging today....please show her some luv...
I'll be back tomorrow!

Sup bellanaija readers. Happy Tuesday o my people o ha una dey. No I’m not fighting to be the fess to post on Bella’s blog today (considering I don’t even win prize- Bella you need to fix that) . Even better, I get to post on Bella’s Blog.. Omo das jes sexy lol … Ok ok I digress…. Woosssaaa

*Clears throat and gets serious*

I hope I do justice to Bella’s blog today as Tuesday is my favourite day of the week. Today I’m totally, utterly and completely zeroing in on MODELS. AFRICAN MODELS IN AMERICA. I was going to zero in on Nigerian Models but that will not do this entry justice. But as withmost things African. There are usually more Nigerians in the mix.

As a part-time model (4 years). Things have changed over the past 4-5 years and I have been a first hand witness to the influx of Nigerians, Ghanaian, Somalian, Zimbabwean, South African, Kenyan and many other Models of African Nationalities in America that have embraced the modeling industry. It’s not an easy profession and mehn, the dues you have to pay unless you get a nice fat check for one gig.

There is a new breed of Nigerian… excuse me, African Models. Yes we hear about the babz and blokes in South Africa in France, Milan, Japan. I’m talking about the breed of African models in American. Who are bold daring and fabulously African. They don’t hide it and their features more than give you a perfect indication of their heritage.

These men and women are with various agencies across America. From Elite to Ford to Wilhelmina to Click. I mean working models . There are a lot more that I know I am not aware of. Please feel free to tell us all in your comment and list other models you know of sorta doing their own thing in the background.

I have a question for you all though. (I’m assuming 80% of bella readers are Naija/African ppl)
What is your honest opinion about models. African models in particular. Do you think they don’t’ push the envelope like their counterparts. Is that hindering the success curve?

Here are some of the many models. Enjoy and have a fun-tastic day. RAWK ON PEEPS!!!


Name: Idele
Location: Chicago
Nationality: Nigerian
Agency: Elite Model Management


Name: Cherif
Location: Los Angeles
Nationality: Senegalese
Agency: LA Models - Major Models NY - Nu Talent


Name: Ajuma
Location: New York City
Nationality: Kenyan
Agency: Ford Models 1 London - Wiener Models Vienna


Name: Note
Location: New York City
Nationality: Liberian/Nigerian


Name: Kiara
Location: New York City
Nationality: Ugandan
Agency: Why Not Model Agency - Women Management


Name: Ade
Location: New York
Nationality: Nigerian
Agency: ORB Model Management


Name: Kaone
Location: Cape Town Everywhere Fashiony
Nationality: Botswanan
Agency: Zero Models


Name: Yomi
Location: New York
Nationality: Nigerian
Agency: Storm Models - Click Model Management

So what do you think of modelling as a career?

Does it contradict African culture and upbringing? Would you encourage your daughter to enter this industry? Let us know!

50 QUESTIONS BY DON CHI CHI

Prolific blogger and my blog sweetheart - Don Chi Chi is guest blogging today...
I harrassed don chi to guest blog and he has gifted us with 50 Questions....
Play along and answer one of the questions....
I'll be back on Wednesday...

This is a Public Rant on Bella Naija’s blogspot, brought to you by the wonderful numskulls in my head. So without further ado, we bring to you, Don Chi as Chi McRanter in…

Why…

are Jay-Z’s lips so damn big?
does everyone thing Dr Dre’s production is so special?
is 50 Cent still relevant?
the hell am I bothered about 50 Cent?
is Ma$e testing the REAL B.I.G. aka GOD!
is Diddy still rapping?
am I the only one that sees Nigeria still has lightyears to travel entertainment wise?
am I so fly? (ha ha)
does Bella find me worthy enough of a guest spot?
are Nigerian movies such crap?
am I broke?
can’t we have multiple partners and everybody just cool widdit?
is a 3 letter word J
does Monday, come before Tuesday?
has a long tail and two branches?
are you even reading this?
must I be like that?
must I chase the cat?
does IBB really want to rule again?
do we need money?
don’t we revert back to the trade by barter system?
don’t you give me your girlfriend and take my Usher CD?
are Usher and Pharrell fooling themselves with that collabo?
do I feel Jay-Z and Beyonce may do a Best of Both Worlds III album?
do I want Hov & B to do a Best of Both Worlds III album?
don’t I see that from “03 Bonnie & Clyde” to “Hollywood”, Hov & B always rock it the same?
do I feel Nas & Kelis may try it too?
would I even think of such rubbish?
is my tummy hurting?
did I rush that burger?
don’t people believe I prefer Batman to Superman?
should anybody care?
do UK rappers feel they’re all ‘gangsta’?
do I love Channel U?
do Nigerian rappers feel they’re too hard?
girls act like they don’t like sex as much as guys?
does sex have to pop up in one form or the other?
can’t I do the last button on my blazer?
does my head hurt?
don’t you like me?
oh, why?
is Nigeria full of corruption?
is Nigeria empty with regards to common sense?
am I so angry?
can’t I shag sisters?
am I gonna get hate mail for question 45?
does day come before night?
are black folk so racial?
do you want me to stop this rubbish?
you wanna, playa hate on me?

Blog Marley out Governor’s in Nigeria. Thanx for the opportunity BN.

Yell @ yo boy!

ok...so i'll answer one of the questions...
do we need money?
ummm...is that even a question?...most def...

10 NIGERIAN DESIGNERS U SHOULD KNOW BY DAMMIE

My girl Dammie is guestblogging today!
I luv Dammie cause she rocks in so many ways! I swear she inspires me....
Anyway, ENJOY!

Here are 10 Nigerian designers you should know about……..hardly hear of, and are making major waves in fashion, worldwide.

Hey B, Thanks for such a wonderful opportunity, a bit scary as it will be hard filling your shoes for a day, HELLO??!!!!

Anyhoo Darlings, I have decided to focus on an area I’m comfortable in. I’m Dammie Editor of HauTe – Fashion Nigeria Magazine {Nigeria’s foremost fashion magazine} and it’s focused to be the commitment profile of Nigerian designers, worldwide.

One day, someone said to me “Nigerian designers have NO IMAGINATION” I’d let you be the judge of that, as I have complied a few Nigerian designers that are doing it pretty well. YES, these are not names you hear every time in the “Nigerian fashion scene”, but they do exist and of Nigeria descent!

Aimas
Aimas is a fresh fashion label with exceptional twist on tees. It is designed by Tayo Shonekan, who shuttles between England and Nigeria.
The Aimas Logo →


Chichi & Chichi E
Chichi and Chichi E is a fashion house/company with Vintique – The upscale couture line and Odi - the younger hipper version and ready to wear line from the fashion house. You may have come across Chichi E on the Tyra Banks show or spotted the duo in Philadelphia style magazine. They are based in America.
Chichi E and Chichi →


Cranberry
Cranberry is a spunky fun label, behind this fashion house is a trio that is synonymous with fashion – Doreen & Joan Caven {Sisters} and Oseyi Etomi. They are currently based in America.
Cranberry - Joan Caven, Doreen Caven and Oseyi Etomi →


Dezhare
You need a dress? Ebun Oduwole has got you. Dezhare is a women’s wear label with a focus on dresses and Jackets. Dress that exude glamour and are designed with luxury materials like Vintage Aso – Oke {Courtesy of her mother}, Raw silk and such. Dezhare is based in England
Dezhare – Ebun Oduwole →


Gloss
Gloss is designed by Layo Gbadamosi, Currently residing in America doing her LSAT. She takes familiar styles/fabrics used in Nigeria to make wearable everyday western influenced designs.
Gloss →


Hadassah
Designed by Cousins - TemiTope Phil–Ebosie and Ademide Adefarasin, this label is very bohemian chic, casual everyday wear. Influenced by their Talents Temi is a musician and you can hear her music here → http://www.myspace.com/temimusiq, and Ademide does Modeling. They are based in England
Hadassah - Ademide Adefarasin and Temi Phil–Ebosie →


IDIA
Ifueko Igiehon is the name behind this label. IDIA features elaborate gowns and pieces true to home {Nigeria}
The Idia Logo →


Kemkemstudio
Is a fabulous one of a kind works of art that reflect a worldly sense of style that is youthful, with a hint of classics, rock and glamour. The label is directed by an eight {8} year veteran in fashion, Kemmy Oguntosin who has been mentored by the Phenomenal Carolina Herrera {Featured as Main designer on January/February ’07 issue of HauTe – Fashion Nigerian Magazine}. Kemkenstudio is based in America, and shuttles between London and Nigeria {soon to be main base}
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Motara
Currently in London Fashion College, after graduating in fashion design at the international Academy of design and Technology in Toronto. I’m in love with her latest collection {which you can check out in the current issue of HauTe – Fashion Nigeria Magazine}. The designer, Omotara Thomas really brings out the pride and joy that our African materials exude through magnificent designs.
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Zingara
Is a label focused on the client. True to its slogan “Freedom of being unique”. Tosin Dosekun is the lady behind has one on one session with their clients to create pieces true to them. Zingara is based in London.
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To get more information on these designers and more, view more from their collection......You may order HauTe - Fashion Nigeria Magazine at the website www.fashionnigeria.com or directly at ---> www.dammieinc.com

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