Author: BellaNaija Style

Hi BellaStylistas! BNStyle Plus Sound is back! This is a mini-series our team developed during #BNSWomensMonth22 to celebrate how our faves use their style to elevate their brand and inspire us with their fabulous looks. We will be highlighting their fashion highlights each week this month. For this year’s edition, we will spotlight 4 amazing female artists with incredible styles. Aya Coco Danioko, known by her stage name Aya Nakamura, is a Malian-French pop singer who published her music online, gaining a following with “Karma” and “J’ai mal“. Notably, her song “Brisé“, garnered traction on Youtube. She released her debut album “Journal Intime” in 2017,…

These were the most fashionable women to grace the small screen this year, whether commanding attention in designer outfits or dazzling in eclectic styles. At times quirky and at other times glam, these best-dressed ladies on TV always did one thing: wowed viewers with their well-put-together styles on and off the screen. For fashionable TV women, capturing the audience’s attention involves showcasing stunning ensembles both on and off duty. The intriguing contrast between their on-screen and off-screen styles often reignites our admiration for these celebrities. Whether they opt for casual, elegant, or unconventional looks, the best-dressed TV ladies never fail…

Hi, BellaStylistas! #BellaStylista is a BellaNaija Style series for fashionistas who kill it every day! For work or play, this list is to inspire you as we celebrate those who inspire us with their sense of style. We’ll be sharing the top trends, fabulous street style looks and our fashion highlights for each week. Fashion Connoisseurs know the power of an exquisite black-and-white combo. It’s a subtle way to make a fashion statement. When it’s rightly done, a black-and-white combo is one of the best ways to achieve that coveted understated luxury look of this rising minimalist age. Choose black and white when you want…

When we announced the dress code for this year’s BellaNaija Style Digital Summit as “Corporate Baddie”, our hands were itching to see how guests would interpret this theme, after all, we did say blending sophistication with a touch of rebellion. One guest who immediately caught our eye upon entering the Ecobank Pan African Centre was none other than Oluwaseye Oladejo. She sported a striking red power suit, complemented by a matching Lanvin bag adorned with a precious sculptural handle and stylish Versace pink pointed heels. Her play with colours was remarkable, accentuated by red-framed glasses with white accents. After admiring her…

While traditional practice had us turning to the streets of Fashion Weeks in Lagos, Milan, and Paris for the ultimate lesson in ‘street style’ artistry, recent years have steered us toward virtual sources of inspiration. Thankfully, the expanses of Instagram’s street-style scene know no bounds, linking us with some of the most stylish accounts worldwide. Those who’ve mastered the ‘grassroots’ approach to styling seamlessly blend the realms of high fashion and cultural phenomena, creating a fashion blueprint that is uniquely theirs – effortlessly enviable and unapologetically fabulous. Their Instagram feeds are as captivating as their wardrobes, leaving us yearning to…

The bells are ringing. Can you hear them? It’s wedding season, and we don’t know about you, but everyone we know is getting hitched. And while whipping out the best dance moves or partaking in culinary delights may be on your agenda, we’re here to remind you that getting dressed up is the best part of the whole shebang. We understand that figuring out what to wear for a nuptial can be daunting. To help you assemble the perfect wedding-ready ensemble, we turned to digital creator and style influencer Oyin Edogi, popularly known by her Instagram name @sweetlikeoyin. The style…

Corsets have been making a comeback and now we’ve gone full throttle with #BellaStylistas dropping back-to-back spicy looks like this on us.  Naomi Nwaokoru rocked in this flawlessly crafted dress by Xtra Brides Lagos. Beyond the excellent fit of the structured midsection, the choice of fabric, beautifully laid embellishments and artistic top accessory all came together nicely to make this an utterly inspiring showpiece.  Should we talk about the colour? Red – bold, vibrant and hawt, a perfect choice for such a sensual yet classy look.  Her bouncy two-toned hair, snatched nose and flawless makeup with a foxy rouge pout…

This edition features interesting outfits and looks for every woman regardless of personal style. In this edition, you’ll find all the style inspo needed for you to turn up at your office looking stylish and to stand out in the best ways possible. With style inspiration from our favourite celebrities and real-life career women, let us inspire your style! This is the BNStyle Workwear Series – your weekly fix of workwear fashion. Check on real career women and men with real styles below. Consider this your guide to navigating chic, workwear style whenever, wherever. For more workwear inspiration on Instagram, tap the Follow…

If you’re not quite sure how to dress for specific occasions this weekend, such as date night dinners and bottomless brunches, don’t worry, SA BellaStylistas served lewks for days during the week. So you don’t have to peruse social media for inspiration—we have already done that for you. From chic sets to gorgeous dresses that brighten the room, turn to some of our favourite Johannesburg and Capetown-based IT girls, influencers, and celebrities for simple yet highly stylish going-out outfit ideas. Boity Thulo Outfit: @versace @thesurteegroup  Photography: @ramiieg Makeup: @sivemartini Sarah Langa Outfit: @blue_chic_sa Shudufhadzo Musiḓa Ayanda Thabethe Dress: @thewhitehub_ Photography: @kpaparazzi_ Melody Molale  Photography: @emp_cyclone Outfit: @vanessa_gounden Blue Mbombo Set: @teestylish_sa…

The weekend is here, and now is the perfect time to start planning those going–out outfits. If you’re not sure how to dress for specific occasions, such as date night dinners and bottomless brunches, you’re not alone. It takes skill to nail the right look to make that solid impression. To give us the much-needed style inspiration, we turn to no other than The Tantalizing Confidence Queen herself, Achieng Agutu. The style star is usually booked and busy with an unmatched fashion A-game every time she steps out. Whether you’re receiving an influx of brunch invitations or reuniting with friends for a girls’…