TITLE: TRENDING NOSE PIERCING

Nose piercing is the piercing of the skin or cartilage which forms any part of the nose, normally for the purpose of wearing jewelry, called a nose-jewel. Among the different varieties of nose piercings, the nostril piercing is the most common. Nose piercing is the third most common variety of piercing after earlobe piercing and tongue piercing. Nose piercings are done by women only, however the spread of this fashion has resulted in both men and women having nostril piercings in the wider world. 

Several different types of nostril rings are found. Among the most popular are the loop, the stud with an L-bar closure, the stud with a ball closure, and the stud with a flat backing. Outside of the left part of the body is the preferred position of the piercing. This is followed by some orthodox folk also because Ayurvedic medicine associates this location with the female reproductive organs.

BY: UMMU KHULTHUM ABDULKADIR

THE TRENDING ANKLE CHAIN FOR WOMEN

The terms “anklets’, “ankle chains’, “ankle bracelets’, “ankle strings’ are terms you may come across in trending fashion catalogs, jewelry stores and even in historical fragments. Today, ankle chains are shaping one of the main accessory trends spotted at the spring/summer 2019 runway shows. 

Anklets can be of different designs, made out of various materials (gold, silver, leather, plastic, nylon, beads, and shells) and in a focal point of mixing and matching procedures. Anklets can be worn in the right or left according to anklet-wearing etiquette, but in some other traditions anklets cannot be worn at all. It was even said that only prostitutes can wear it, but as a married woman she can wear it at home only. There are different types of anklets that are trending nowadays:

Silver Anklets: The Silver anklets are more casual, and are exactly for young ladies. They might make an ideal harmonious pair with summer sandals.

Golden Anklets: Golden ankle-bracelets are number one luxury indicators, especially when they are decorated with precious stones, like diamonds or rubies. 

Beaded Anklets: Beaded chains can be matched with either sandals or beach-worthy flip-flops. They are made up of beads.

BY: UMMU KHULTHUM ABDULKADIR

MODERN DAY GELE STYLES

Gele is a kind of a head wrap which is usually complemented by Buba long sleeved blouse, and Iro wrapper which is worn with the Buba; mainly, it is usually the same colour as the Nigerian attire. Gele may come in different variations; you could have a simple scarf or a peacock style. Gele styles in Nigeria are mostly widespread among Yoruba and Igbo tribes. 

 Since pre-colonial times, Yoruba women love to wear these on their head and Gele was an addition to the traditional Nigerian outfit. There are Gele tying styles that look really outstanding e.g infinity pleats, side rose, and pleats overload, wide flower design, and perfect rose, flowery umbrella and so on. Gele head wraps have various types. The most popular aso ebi head wraps are grand swiss, super jubilee, and hayes Gele, bling Gele. Gele styles in Nigeria can be decorated with bling, You may use some precious stones, beads, rhinestones, and silk flowers. 

Is your outfit complete for that Owambe? Do you know the type of Gele you want on? An asoebi outfit is incomplete without the touch of a beautiful Gele. Although some people think it’s too stressful to have a Gele on; if you want to turn up at that party like a fashionista your Gele game has to be lit. 

Gele styles have evolved from just the step by step to a more creative style that Would make you the center of attention.


BY STEPHANIE E. HEMEN

THE IMPORTANCE OF WRIST WATCH IN OUR TODAY'S SOCIETY

Wrist Watches are one of the most important devices in the daily lives of human beings. It is required for keeping track of time during the day or night. They are available in various types of designs and models though this option is not a problem as far as wrist watches are concerned.

The Importance of Wrist Watch in our Everyday Lives.

Portable Piece of Fashion and trending Accessory.

Watches, fashion, and trend goes hand-in-hand. For this reason, I have for you the significance of fashion and watches in our everyday lives. Wrist Watches and fashion are intertwined together. In fact, no jewelry wardrobe is complete without a watch; also, good dressing is not complete without a good wrist watch to go with it.

Fashion watches are associated with lifestyle, and many of the leading watch companies like Diesel, Tommy Hilfiger, Emporio Armani and others have positioned themselves to appeal to certain segments of the consumer market.

These consumers are the reasons why most of these manufacturers are still in business.  For example, in this day and age, big face and chunky straps watches are trending. In fact, most of the popular celebrities are also wearing them to complement their dressing. Because of that, on its own, this timepiece device is proving to be an important fashion accessory on a daily basis.


Class and Status.

At this time a watch is an ornament to show status and social class in the society. Wearing a designer wrist watch and shoes, defines your personality. Therefore, people attach so much importance to the type, make and brand of their wrist watch. Through a wristwatch, Identity and class can be expressed. As it was in the time of its invention, watches have been a status symbol, and at this present time, it is still a status symbol.

Generally speaking, wrist watches have been transformed from an object of necessity into a luxury item. A watch is important in modern life. It affirms your style in respect of your age and your social class. Wrist watch is functional, convenient and makes your life easier by having a good relation with time.


BY: UMMU KHULTHUM ABDULKADIR

HOW FLOWERS BEAUTIFY OUR HOMES AND OFFICES

The home is one of the most important spaces in a person’s life because, it’s where we rest and where we get together with family and friends. The home is one of the pillars of life, so we have to take care of it and give it the respect that it deserves. So, how can you make your home a comfortable and beautiful place? Our offices too, where we work and interact with different people from different places, says a lot about our personalities. This is where the effect of flowers and beautification come in.

Plants bring natural beauty to our living spaces. When it comes to beautifying up your house and health, spending a little green can go a long way. Seeing a plant can subconsciously make you feel calm and relaxed. Plants help us relax and focus, leading to increased productivity, ideas, and problem solving capabilities.

Given on special occasions or simply to tell another person how much you care, flowers continue to be appreciated as gifts and for their beauty. Whether it is Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, or just an ordinary day, a nice flower bouquet is bound to bring smiles to its recipient's face. And as well, flowers helps the environment around us in many ways. It beautifies our environment in different circumstances.

Flowers help to create environments that are full of color and vitality, especially flowers with vibrant colors, such as pink, red, blue, or yellow. Colors add a special touch to make homes have a more chic-style look. Flowers can considerably improve people’s moods and also provoke positive feelings.

It also enhances office settings, where business meetings often take place. The reception area can be considered as the physical manifestation of said person because it is the first thing your guests will see. Therefore, if this place is being decorated with many flowers, they will take one look at it and decide right then and there; whether they want to do business with you, regardless of your actual competency.

BY: UMMU KHULTHUM ABDULKADIR

THE IMPORTANCE AND BENEFITS OF LALLE (HENNA) TO LADIES

In different parts of the world, women have an indefinite love for beautifying their bodies. However, women engage in body decorations for various reasons; some go for it to enhance their beauty, while others do it for religious or social reasons.

Lalle design also known as henna is a special and natural way of beautifying a woman's body. lalle is well known and it is identified in all the northern states of Nigeria. It’s a traditional practice that exist mostly in the northern part of Nigeria which is popularly known among the Hausa, Fulani and the Kanuri culture. This lalle design is been made only on hand and legs or in arms but it only last for some weeks or even a month.

Lalle is acquired from the dry leaf of lalle where you can make or transform it into powder, mixed with water in a plastic container or the like. It is applied with or without a design. It beautifies a lady's hand and leg. You can put your mixed lalle into a nylon bag and do the designs all through the hands or legs and allow it to dry for some hours or minutes. After it dries, wash it with water. The beauty of the lalle will appear making it very attractive.


Lalle is very important to ladies especially in healing wounds like open wounds and it also keeps a woman’s body warm. Lalle design is a well-known practice during weddings in the North. It is celebrated in the northern part of Nigeria as part of the marriage rites, naming ceremonies, Birthday celebrations etc. and is widely accepted as a sign of blessing. 

Kamu is a day that is specially selected to celebrate the beautification of the bride’s skin, arms and legs with Lalle during the marriage ceremony. It is done by the groom’s family which signifies that she is now a woman and she has become somebody’s wife. Local entertainers make the event lively by performing lovely traditional songs. They beat their drums and blow their flutes while people dance and cheer at the same time.


BY: UMMU KHULTHUM ABDULKADIR

THE BEST LIPSTICK FOR DARK SKIN WOMEN

Lipstick colors for dark women are available in a wide range of beautiful shades just like the women who wear them. Dark skinned women can have cool or warm undertones. Lipsticks are usually an inexpensive way to add color to your face. If wondering which shades would fit your skin tones the most, keep in mind to make sure you select your colors. Finding the right lipstick color can be difficult, especially women with darker skin tones. 

The biggest consideration is complexion. Women with darker skin find it more difficult to choose the right colors. The top question on every woman's mind is how do i choose a lipstick color that will be best for me? Women with darker skin tones can often wear shades that may over power the fairer skin. But mind you, you should always consider the occasion and place.




The best lipstick that can make a beauty look for dark skin are available and can over power fairer skin example; Nude color lipstick nude lipstick can desire your looks especially by lining with bronze it will make a dark skin color look beauty, and also royal peach color can suit a dark skin it complement every variation of dark, also chocolate brown can make a dark skin looks natural it matches the dark skin tone. 

BY: UMMU KHULTHUM ABDULKADIR

THE MOST SUITABLE DRESS FOR AFRICAN MEN

Dress involves total or partial covering of the body by supplementing it with apparel and accessories such as head wraps and jewelery.
Nigerian traditional men cloths were more common with older people and seen as old fashioned because the styles were nothing close to the classy styles we have today. 

The styles these days, are made to look
attractive and classy - Agbada style, senator wears Ankara, laces etc. The most suitable dress for African men is Agbada or senator wears. Agbada is a large, overflowing native gown that reaches well below the knees and sometimes reaches the ankles Usually sewn with a matching full length trouser, the Agbada style can be sewn just with  any material one finds.

While Senator is a native attire that was popularized by Senator Anyim Pius Anyim – a former Senator of the upper legislative house and its President when he was a member of that house. This native style is made from suit material and has the shirt extending up to the knees with either long or short sleeves. This native style is plain, simple,
powerful and importantly it’s also won by men all over Nigeria.

Wearing classic stylish clothes can be due to getting a good tailor or designer. Because the price and beauty of the fabric does not really matter compared to getting it sewn by a good tailor.

When choosing a fabric, one must consider his skin color to ensure he chose a fabric that will complement his complexion. Accessorizing
properly also helps like cap, cufflinks, and shoes.


BY UMMU KHULTHUM ABDULKADIR

AFRICAN WOMEN FASHION STYLES

Styling is one of the most important thing in today’s life. A person’s personality reflects in the form of style they choose.
Fashion is all about choosing the right style. 

An African dress emphasizes attractiveness and femininity, and Nigerians, probably more than in any other African country like to wear clothes in their traditional fashion and style. 

Even if they do not wear the complete traditional look, there will be at least one cultural element in their outfit. 

This makes the fashion designers as well as manufacturers
constantly draw inspiration from traditional styles of clothing, creating a new collections of attires and fabrics.
Nowadays, top most brands are showing African dresses in their different outlets and also on online platforms. 

European and American designers who are known worldwide, continually use traditional African
prints and designs in their collections. 

This include lace, blouse styles, Ankara styles, lace fabrics, Adire styles, blouse skirts which are traditional prints; and it is definitely a festive look. These laces are of different patterns like thin lace, a lace with large and transparent pattern, or small and fairly, cord lace with trendy colors etc. 

These looks are not just for parties and events. They are also great as casual wears. Just look around you, and you will surely spot elements of traditional fashion in both male and female outfits.

BY UMMU KHULTHUM ABDULKADIR