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Colour Me Beautiful @ ARISE: Stoned Cherrie

Colour Me Beautiful @ ARISE: Stoned Cherrie

Tuesday, February 17th, 2009

Nkhensani Nkosi of Stoned Cherrie… dedicated this collection to Mama Africa. “An Ode to Miriam” is built on the values of pride, authenticity and creativity by the powerful cultural ambassador and fashion icon.
Printed blouson-sleeved shirt and leather skirt (Lakshmi,

Vogue Celebrates Nigerian Ankara

Vogue Celebrates Nigerian Ankara

Monday, February 16th, 2009

It seems like everywhere we turn its ankara, ankara & even more ANKARA….
In Nigeria, it appears that an ankara bomb has exploded! At Weddings, engagements, work, play – For instance, Lagosians are fully garbed in this fabric and

Tiffany Amber: Redefining the African Princess

Tiffany Amber: Redefining the African Princess

Monday, February 16th, 2009

Chanel Iman in handbeaded Ankara trench with belt
The Tiffany Amber… collection was chic but not effortlessly so, and that’s perfectly fine. With intricate beadwork and embedded jewels, Folake Coker’s designs successfully appeals to royalty. The braided head crowns were

BN Features: Eden Boutique

BN Features: Eden Boutique

Sunday, February 15th, 2009

Bella Naija features EDEN Boutique an exciting label in the fashion scene.Nnaia the designer behind the current winter collection for EDEN Boutique dishes all about the EDEN Label!
INTRODUCTION TO EDEN LABEL…:
The EDEN label features unique pieces using

Stay Tuned…More ARISE Coverage..Tiffany Amber, MOMO, Stoned Cherrie and ARISE Magazine Launch Party

Stay Tuned…More ARISE Coverage..Tiffany Amber, MOMO, Stoned Cherrie and ARISE Magazine Launch Party

Sunday, February 15th, 2009

We will be posting more pictures of the ARISE show. Exclusive runway shots, backstage access and after party review. Also look out for the in-depth highlight of the new ARISE Magazine. In the meantime, here are a few sample pictures…

ARISE Exclusive: Xuly.Bët Collection

ARISE Exclusive: Xuly.Bët Collection

Sunday, February 15th, 2009

Malian designer XULY. Bët’s collection could be described as “grunge with African influences.” Marc Jacobs is known for influencing the grunge movement in fashion and .Bët will be know for bringing it to Africa. From tight leather dresses to smart…

The Look: Colour Rock

The Look: Colour Rock

Friday, February 13th, 2009

Today on ‘The Look’…, we are featuring a guest from the recent Inspire Africa Benefit Concert. This look was all about black with bright splashes of colour. A fitted black top with a gathered full skirt bottom decorated with

BN Red Carpet Fab: Inspire Africa Benefit Concert

BN Red Carpet Fab: Inspire Africa Benefit Concert

Thursday, February 12th, 2009

The recent Inspire Africa Benefit Concert for all about raising funds and awareness on the plight of homeless and exploited street children in Nigeria. We have gathered that several millions of naira was raised by the initiative and UNICEF… is

My Style: Miss Phierce

My Style: Miss Phierce

Wednesday, February 11th, 2009

The Bella Naija Style page introduces a new feature: MY STYLE… and it is all about you…our readers! It’s an opportunity for all readers: male, female, the young and the ‘grown and sexy’ to share their style or that of

Nigeria’s Sweetheart Genevieve Nnaji back with a bang!

Nigeria’s Sweetheart Genevieve Nnaji back with a bang!

Tuesday, February 10th, 2009

For months, fans of Nigerian megastar, Genevieve Nnaji have been asking the question. Where is Genny?
The star has kept a low profile over the past 2 years. Last year, she focused on her budding fashion label, St. Genevieve…,