Neks2u Label Love: Berrys Couture Presents FIT2FLATTER

Yours truly has graciously rounded up a list of designers showcased at The Runway Fashion and Music event in Abuja last year and some other equally fab designers. Year 2011 seems very promising for these talented designs and Neks2u is excited to present to you fabulous readers, a glimpse into the League of Designers, the Lookbooks and the Labels.

As the models strutted unto the catwalk adorning the gorgeous creations of Hadiza Yakubu, Executive Designer of Berrys Couture, I marvelled at the creativity prevalent in her designs. One of my best collections of the night, Miss Yakubu's collection, themed FIT2FLATTER is inspired by ethnic glamour found in 1960's African Fabric. This theme is prevalent through each garment, from subtle inspirations to flamboyant and exuberant designs, one is sure to find something that flatters in the aptly named collection.

Hadiza Yakubu, CEO, Berrys Couture

This collection personifies the strong, daring yet beautiful female and is depicted in each garment.

 













For more information on Berrys Couture, contact, Karen on +2348134590187

Neks2u Style Spotter: The Ra-Ra Girls

The Ra-Ra trend was spotted on a few of our favourite celebs last year at the MAMAs and much to my delight, this trend can definitely be rocked in 2011! As seen above on Nneka, Genevieve Nnaji and Bridget Awosika, the ra-ra skirt is typified by having a more voluminous silhouette than your usual skirt and a hemline that hits above the knee.



 

Nigerian artist, Nneka perfects the look in a Deola Sagoe asymmetrical lined mini dress, accentuated with a lace bodice, leaving a lot to be imagined. The minimalistic accessories, including a hint of an anklet creates a subtle, yet sexy look. Her tousled hair and open toe platform heels also add a playful and feminine touch.

Nollywood actress and designer, Genevieve Nnaji, portrays a more mature look in this Jewel By Lisa dress. The skirt is full with an intricately ruched detailing and is cinched at the waist with a velvet ribbon, the bodice layered with a black fabric on ankara. This has to be my favourite dress, it has an eclectic mixture to the fabric and texture, which is seen all through this beautifully crafted dress. I would however, have loved to see Ms Nnaji in a sleeked back ponytail, dramatic eye makeup for that grown and sexy look. This JBL dress screams contemporary cool, with a rocktstar edginess, which was not accomplished with the granny black patent pumps.

Designer, Bridget Awosika, gives a whole new meaning to the ra-ra trend as she combines a leather flounce mini skirt, with a sequined embroidered top. Bridget has succeeded in achieving a very modern look with her gold accentuated, square toe pumps and her hair style. One of my best looks for the night, the gorgeous designer sure knows how to create a minimal, yet fierce ensemble from her creative use of textures and detailing.

Neks2u Style Spotter: Purple Passion

Make a bold statement this new year with The Colour Purple, and I'm not talking about the novel by Alice Walker, I'm talking about the royalty colour purple. This rich hue suits different skin tones and can be worn in various shades from plum to lilac.

Pair a purple blouse or tunic with black or a dark neutral bottoms. A purple blouse under a dark suit looks great for work.

Choose a purple coloured piece to make a statement with

Match with statement accessories like Erin Lucas, left. This look is all about the details - oversized clutch, layered necklace, cocktail ring and studded cuff. Audrina Patridge, right, punches up her purple strapless draped dress with bright blue shoes and a grey necklace and bracelet pearl set.

This trick to wearing purple is to keep your makeup very sheer and light and avoid dark purple eyeshadow. Keep it fun, flirty and sexy!

It's all about the New Year!

Let's move on to something more exciting! Bring on 2011!

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