Fashion must haves!

When building a wardrobe you need a few key items especially for days we feel "I have nothing to wear". These are some items I personally think every girl should have in her wardrobe!

Plain T-shirt - This will solve your issue of "what should I wear?" especially when you are in a rush. The best part of it being plain is that it goes with everything!

Dressy T-shirts - Somedays when you decide to look classy, you will need a tee with some type of design or print to achieve the right look.

LBD - On days where you want to go out to a party or a dressy event, a little black dress with statement accessories will do the trick.

Black pants - Great comfort and they go with any outfit.

Faux Leather/Leather Jacket - This simply makes an outfit look better whether a dressy or a simple plain outfit.

White Shirt & Silky Shirt - Shirts could serve both for formal wear or just a chic look.

Dressy Jacket - Makes a simple outfit look fabulous.

Dress down Sneakers - Sneakers are the most comfortable shoes ever and can go with almost every outfit, so why not invest in a pair of converses or something equally simple.

Pumps - Essential for night outs or just days you feel like being dressy.

Skinny jeans - Rather than sweats, jeans give your outfit a chic look just make sure you find a comfortable pair.

Crewneck Sweater - Worn with a shirt underneath or alone, it give a simple to formal look depending on the occasion. Also it is cozy!

Cross-body bag - Rather than carrying a big bag all the time, a nice cross-body bag comes in handy.

Menswear inspired watch - Personally I don't wear watches with a small face, menswear inspired watches add more statement and with it worn you may not need a bracelet!

Ankle Boots- Fits perfect with a casual look.

Comfortable flats - Perfect shoes for summer to class or just going out and about during the day. Could be ballet flats, slippers, loafers, oxfords or whatever else you prefer.

Vibrant Scarf -Adds a color and distracts from simplicity of outfit especially for someone who wears a lot of black like me!

Coat - depending on the weather, coats could add an effortless classy look to your outfit; especially a trench.

Statement Blazer - Could be worn to class or a presentation or even on a night out with friends.

Flannel - Makes outfit look effortlessly chic and comfortable when worn  unbuttoned with a tee underneath or tied around the waist!

Denim Shirt & Jacket - This is one item that never goes out of style and can be worn with anything to give it an edgy-isn look.

Opaque Black Leggings - A perfect substitute for days when you don't feel like wearing a pair of jeans.

Sweatpants - Probably the most comfortable item you could own. It could be paired with a nice plain top and a jacket to go out or it could just serve as a cozy outfit for lazy days and netflix days.

Statement Jewellery - When wearing plain outfits in particular it is necessary to have an accessory that will distract from the simplicity of the outfit.

"Dressing well is a form of good manners." 
Tom Ford

What are you wardrobe essentials?

#2: Model Obsession

Here are more models I have been loving....

Aya Jones

Fatima Said
Sharina Gutierrez
Lais Ribeiro
Maria Borges
Alexandra Agoston
Bregje Heinen
Shanina Shaik
Damaris Lewis
Iman Hammam
Constance Jablonski
Lily Donaldson
Iza Goulart
Adriana Lima
Alessandra Ambrosio
Arlenis Sosa
Sigail Currie

Natasha Poly
Mirander Kerr
Hailey Baldwin
Cindy Bruna

Which models do you love or are you obsessed with??

Interview: Aamoke

Recently I got a chance to interview an upcoming fashion designer based in Canada, so I could get a little more knowledge behind her fashion line, inspirations, aspirations and style. It was quite fun... Enjoy xx

Rinsola (Founder &CEO)

Tell me a bit about you?

    I am an extremely hyperactive individual who likes to look at the intricacy, delicacy and simplicity of various ideologies and aspects of life. Moreover I am a 21 year old Nigerian studying an honours in Economics, Major in IPE (int political economy) and minor in Int. Studies. I am extremely down to earth and a foodie at heart, love singing even if it bothers the neighbours and I’m extremely passionate about fashion.

At what age did you realise you had a passion for fashion?

  I realised this when I was much younger, around my early teenage years, plus I lived in Nigeria at the time and was always excited when my mom gave me new fabric and got to design an outfit and give it to a tailor. Would sketch ideas in minutes and not even doubt it.

How would you describe your style?

   I am very versatile with style, love to keep it low key with the basics (tee, loose jeans, converses and the leather jacket) extremely in love with the classy attire, much similar to that of Audrey Hepburn.

Why did you decide to become a designer?

  I figured I owed it to myself to do at least one thing that I’m really interested in before the real world hits me. Moreover, my mother is an artist and seeing her draw and paint all the time made me want to do the same things as she and I wanted to be as amazing as her, then combining that dream with my liking for fashion just made me realise that I probably had what it takes to make it in fashion design.

How do you get inspired?

   Funny enough, I get inspiration from: walking on the street, especially when I have music playing, helps to keep the imagination and creativity juices flowing or even sleep and dreams

What makes you different from other designers or aspiring designers?

  I honestly can’t say, but I’d think it’s because I adore evoking the various aspects of african heritage in my designs, but most importantly because I enjoy creating basic, simple outfits. I strongly believe in the phrase “there’s beauty in simplicity”

Meaning behind the name aamoke?

  Aamoke is a yoruba oriki (a praise) that was given to me as a child by my paternal grandparents, it means “a child who enjoys being spoiled”

Fashion influences?

  I really don’t have many to be honest. Majority of the influences I have come from the people, models and upcoming designers that I’ve met and gotten to know, looking at blogs of fashion week in NYC, Paris, Milan etc. When it comes down to popular brands and figures, it most definitely would be, without a doubt, Audrey Hepburn. For brands, I just like the simple ones and there are a lot out there, so I can’t necessarily give names.

Favourite Fashion Season?

   Spring and Summer. I really like warm, cool and bright colours. Not a huge fan of the dark side lol

Did you learn illustration and sewing from school?

  I’m actually self taught in this field. From reading books, watching a lot of youtube tutorials and following a lot of blogs, I taught myself how to sew and sketch. Also from asking friends too.

How did you decide what type of designs to do and how do you choose materials?

 I’m not even kidding you on this but all this happens through daydreaming and actual night time dreaming. Basically I just ask my parents to send me any fabric they can whenever they are coming to visit me and whatever the give, I make the most out of it. In making the designs like I said this happens  either in my sleep or when I'm day dreaming, because I recall things that I’ve seen and make things up in my head. I figure out a color scheme and figure out which patterns and fabric go with each other and then end up sketching the design and making it into a reality.

Is this a one person label?

 For now, yes, but I am open to collaborating and merging with other designers in the future.

How do you feel about completing your first line?

  Honestly, I am nerve-wrecked about it, but at the same time extremely ecstatic. I am happy and proud of myself. I achieved something that I’ve always wanted to do for a really long time, but at the same time now I am basically in a new playground and have to try and stand out from the rest of the kids out there and basically make new friends with the right people, so there’s a bit of pressure lol, overall though, I am super happy, excited and thrilled.

Is this line limited edition or do we get to purchase it anytime?

  We could call it a limited edition and yes it can be purchased lol but for now it’s more of a lookbook to give people an idea on how to combine their everyday wear with african prints, I mean we can’t just have tribal, floral and graffiti prints out there.

Is delivery just within Canada?

  Until I find a suitable economical and reliable way to ship out internationally, delivery is just within Canada.

What are your plans for the future?

  With Aamoke, I really want to make the most of it. I do plan on going  international with the line very soon, try and collaborate with other designers, take on a lot of fashion shows anywhere in the world and hopefully host my own events in the future. With me, after I graduate next year, I want to either work out here in Canada, anywhere in the world or back home, try and integrate Economics and Fashion together and see what opportunities come at me

Advice to aspiring designers?

  Never ever give up on an idea, dream or feeling when it comes to fashion always act on it, be daring and different, but most of all be yourself in all that you do.

Website/Lookbook: Aamoke Lookbook 

Top 50 Sneakers

If you know anything about me then you would know that I am a bit of a tomboy. I was looking at my shoes the other day and realised, to my surprise, that I have more sneakers/trainers in my collection than other types of shoes. I decided to share my top 50 favourite sneakers (listed randomly); a lot of which I'm yet to own, but hope to someday. Enjoy xx

• Adidas Supercolor/Superstar
• Adidas Stan Smith
• Nike Roshe Run
• Riccardo Tisci air force 1
• Jeremy Scott superstar wings
• Sixth June Devil 
• Sixth June DNR
• Balenciaga Arena
• Balenciaga Monchrome
• Balenciaga Denim Effect
• Jordan 3 
• Jordan 4
• Fillling Pieces Low Tops
• Nike Blazer
• Mason Garments Tia
• Saint Laurent Court Classic
• Rag & Bone Kent
• Louboutin Louis Junior Spiked Leather and Denim
• Guiseppe Zanotti low tops
• Isabel Marant Bart
• Michael Kors Colby
• Converse all stars
• Vans slip on
• Buscemi
• K1X x Patrick Mohr
• Gucci slip-on
• Gucci Coda
• Louis Vuitton Don
• Lanvin suede & patent leather
• Maison Margiela paint splash 
• Visvim skagway denim & leather
• DKNY Blair quilted 
• Puma Suede
• Vans Sk8 Hi
• Nike Cortez
• Michael Kors Valin snakeskin
• Adidas pure boost
• Kobe X
• Nike Flyknit
• Acne Studio Adrain Grained Leather
• Adidas Tubular
• Jordan Eclipse
• Lanvin Cap-toe low
• Guiseppe Zanotti Matte Mid
• Air Yeezy 2
• Supra Skytop 3 all black
• Air Jordan 1
• Louboutin Lou Spike
• Yeezy boost 350
• Valentino Rock Be Camo high top

"High heels are classy but let's be honest sneakers are the most comfortable."

Are you a sneaker lover, what are your favourite sneakers?

Model Obsession....

I have finally decided to admit that I am obsessed with models!! But you can't blame me they are gorgeous and fashionable (as you know I'm obsessed with fashion!) humans in the spotlight. Here are some models I love and follow on social media:

Jourdan Dunn
Jordun Love
Candice Swanepoel
Naomi Campbell
Karlie Kloss
Jasmine Tookes
Lily Aldrige
Anais Mali
Malaika Firth
Kendall Jenner
Gigi Hadid
Joan Smalls
Chanel Iman
Sara Sampario
Cara Delevingne
Taylor Hill
Doutzen Kroes
Behati Prinsloo
Isabella Peschardt
Luka Sabbat

Do you have any obsessions??

A Fun Day!!!

Hello, it's been long I posted anything. A few months ago I did something I never thought I would ever do... I went for a photoshoot! Some would say well that's a normal thing, but for me it was new. I'm someone who rarely takes selfies or pose for a picture rather i prefer unexpected photos (because they look nicer!). I usually choose to be the photographer when a group photo is happening amongst my friends but recently I decided to give myself a chance to be the model not the photographer. I think this happened because many times in my life I have met strangers that have told me to become a model or asked me if I was one already.

Years and months after such encounters I decided to take a risk and go for it. I got a photoshoot at a studio in London and had soo much fun. From a girl who rarely wears make-up or has styled hair  to one with a full face of make-up and styled hair. I do plan on taking more risks since this turned out to be a great experience.  I had three different faces of make-up to go with three hair styles. Here are some of the pictures: