Gele Chronicles: George Me Not Two of my favorite colours in one George material. George is a cotton African textile originating from Nigeria. It is adorned with bright colours and especially gold accents because it is usually worn by royalty. The fabric signifies wealth, luxury and status. The material is commonly worn for special occasions like weddings and church events. I got this vintage piece from Grandma LAJA and style Mummy LAJA in the lovely number. It’s definitely a different look but what can I say, Mummy LAJA’s so fly <3 I completed the look with this dramatic piece from Fulfill Jewelry to amplify the aesthetic. Loud and proud, baby! Have a lovely weekend and I’ll talk to you in a bit! xx Outfit Details George: Vintage Jewelry: Fulfill Jewelry Makeup / Styling / Photography: LAJA Styles Always, Miss LAJA
Earth To LAJA I’ll just be honest with myself and admit that I’m a sucker for flared skirts and off should tops (substitute turtle necks for colder weather) This is a casual outfit that’s comfy yet chic. I found myself gravitating towards it and I thought “Not again.” This one is from my fashion line, LAJA. The amount of flared skirts prints and plain alike is quite embarrassing but in my defense, flares are very flattering on most body shapes. It’s versatile, you can wear flared-on-flared (my personal favorite as you can tell) or tight-on-flared so it’s a win-win. I plan on shooting more casual outfits for different occasions so keep your eyes peeled. In other news, it’s crunch time for me. I’m a co-organizer for my school’s African cultural showcase and the show’s exactly a week from today so next week’s going to be very interesting. I’m quite excited. You know I love backstage chaos, hahaha! Wish me good luck 🙂 It’s also my burff-day on Monday but I’m most likely going to be stuck doing homework and getting things together for JABULANI. #LAJADay coming through! My roommate just mentioned Corbin Bleu’s getting married… What? Like what? Dayumm, time flies. Anyways, go to go now, off to dreamland. Have a lovely weekend and talk to you in a bit! Outfit details Courte Skirt: LAJA Crop top: Charlotte Russe Thong Sandals: Ralph Lauren Purse: Target Always, Miss LAJA
Blue Swan Hey chica! I just got back from Spring break (very much needed) and if we’re friends on Instagram (@miss_laja), you’d know I was in New York! I got the chance to network with and meet lovely individuals who shed great insight on entrepreneurship, fashion and business. It’s lovely being around people passionate about making a change. I feel truly blessed. I’m so happy being consumed by a passion so much bigger than myself. I prefer staying up late brainstorming new ideas for this site or designs for my fashion line. It can be stressful but I label it “good stress” because it energizes me. What’s your source of “good stress”? With the launch of LAJA, this OWA maxi feeds my never ending love for deep blue. The print is absolutely stunning and I felt really breezy in it. Yes, yes, it is available on LAJA and I’m working hard to add more pieces so keep your eyes peeled my love. I’m quite excited for this new chapter if you ask me! Enjoy your week and I’ll talk to you in a bit! Outfit Details OWA Collage Maxi Skirt: LAJA Earrings: Fulfill Jewelry Purse: Segolene En Cuir Always, Miss LAJA
Eternity & A Day I have this sense of urgency about life. I always feel I can do more, do better, reach higher. At the stage (and age) I’m in, I believe so strongly it’s the best time to try out new things, go out of my comfort zone, make mistakes because honestly, things only get more complicated as time goes on. This mindset definitely has it perks and downfall. One being you actually get to do really cool things that aren’t as common or you wouldn’t have done had you waited for “the right time”. There’s no such thing. On the other end, you tend to put wayyy too much pressure on yourself as you easily tend to forget that thing we call time and patience. I’m guilty, guilty, guilty all the way. I’m in such a position right now where I have to take critical decisions as to what direction I want to go in with Miss LAJA and my fashion career. The decision is a major game changer and will require quite some transition in my life. On the other end, it will lead me closer to achieving my dreams, goals and aspirations. I’ve read so much articles my brain is fried and I’ve spoken to may people. Then I realized I’m running because ultimately it’s up to me to make that decision. I know I always speak in riddles but I promise you, it’ll be very clear as to what the hell I’m talking about. It’s nothing bad, far from it. It’s a blessing and the potential opportunities scare me so much it’s hard to concentrate or think or sleep. All I ask is that you stay excited and you pray for me. Eternity & A Day by Paul Haslinger fills me with so much hope. I almost feel infinite when listening to it. I imagine myself at the highest peak of a mountain amongst the clouds in awe of the view. Sublime. There’s so much beauty and love the world has to offer and while it can be beautifully overwhelming, it’s so important to take things one step at a time, one day at a time because it’s there. Listen to the song, what does it remind you of? Outfit Details Dress: LAJA Styles Sweater: Windsor Blazer/Beret: Target Shoes: Audrey Brooks Coat: Metaphor Always, Miss LAJA
Gimme More Flare Happy February, sunshine! This week has been a whirlwind for me. So many meetings and appointments to keep up with. I wake up and before I know it, the day’s gone. I’m glad though because tomorrow, I’m seeing a BØRNS concert! *jumps up and down like a true fan girl* Being excited is such an understatement I can’t begin to explain, hahaha. I’ve always talked about how my friends don’t understand my music taste so I will be going alone. #SoloRanger Besides his popular jams, I’ve been listening to “American Money” on repeat (please tell me I’m not the only one, am I) so that’ll have to been my song of January. Any favorites from BØRNS? Tell me! I wore this outfit to brunch with my girlfriends. I’ve been loving living the knee-high life and I’m considering upgrading to the thigh-high life. I put my layering skills into play and wore this black skirt over my ankara dress to give it a different look. What do you think? It’s all about being innovative with your clothing, I’ve had this dress for about 3 years now. It’s not going anywhere. What are some versatile pieces in your wardrobe and what do you use them for? Enjoy the rest of your week and I’ll talk to you in a bit. Outfit details Ankara dress: LAJA Styles Skirt: old Shoes: Audrey Brooke Jacket: Bongo Earrings: Fulfill Jewelry Always, Miss LAJA
BAD. I hope you’re enjoying what’s left of the weekend. I finished watching “Far From The Madding Crowd”, I started it on the plane but didn’t get to around till the end. I AM IN LOVE. I love movies, books, TV Shows and pretty much anything where the heroine (if she’s the main character) is strong and bad ass. Have you seen it? If you haven’t you neeeed to so we can discuss. I’m a sucker for medieval, Victorian inspired visual arts (explains my love for TV show Reign). Speaking of bad ass, I’m back to wearing crazy colored hair extensions. Yes, it’s that time again. 2015 was a year of neutrals and playing it safe with colours, this year I plan on going overboard hehe. That’s a promise. I’m feeling this red so much I’m contemplating being a red head the whole of 2016 (might through in some grey, who knows, who knows?) This past month and late last year, I’ve been living in black and red. I’ve just naturally gravitated towards them. My style has definitely taken an edge side. Looking forward to seeing how I match my ankara pieces. Cheers to being bad. Outfit details Ankara Jacket: LAJA Styles Dress: Body Central Booties: Mix No. 6 Always, Miss LAJA
This Christmas Merry Christmas and Happy Boxing day! I went for a relative’s birthday party! Yes, she shares the same birthday as Jesus. It was a great time with food and lovely company. I’ve been visiting many family members and friends and it absolutely blows my mind that they know about Miss LAJA! Hearing the things they say encourage me so much and make me look forward to what 2016 has to offer. It’s officially a countdown! I’m going to keep this short and sweet as I just got back from a visit to my cousins’ place! I hope you enjoyed yours, what did you do? And what are you looking forward to this coming 2016? A little bit on the outfit, I’m wearing a vintage ankara top courtesy Mummy LAJA. The top is about 15 years old! I was like dayummm :O I can imagine myself wearing this outfit if I were spending Christmas or even the New Year in Las Vegas Imagine an evening consisting of food (obviously ), a burlesque show and maybe a party after, hehe; Miss LAJA bringing a touch of ankara to the Sin City 😉 #TheUlitmateVegasOutfit in my dictionary, don’t you think? A girl can dream but I wore this on a day out on Christmas day. There’s nothing I love more than a night out with great food and great company; life is wayy too short to accept any less. Coming home this Christmas to my family and friends redirected my perspective. Where would you wear this outfit to? I would like to know 😀 Don’t forget to check out the latest video I just dropped on how I tie my gele. I want your feedback! Enjoy, the rest of your week and I’ll talk to you in a bit. Outfit details Ankara Blouse: Vintage Ankara Skirt: old Shoes: Charlotte Russe Purse: Antonio Melanie Swarovski Earrings: Fulfill Jewelry Merry Christmas! Miss LAJA
Blue Lagoon I’m half asleep as I type this since I just touched down in Nigeria and my body is just confused. First thing I was greeted with was the heat and I welcomed it wholeheartedly because you know I’m not at all about that cold life. Anyways, it’s good to be home and have a change of space/location. It honestly makes a huge difference in my personality and demeanor. I feel different, even weird so to say. Maybe it has to do with the fact that I haven’t been home in the past year? It might not sound like a big deal but my personality changes with location. Not drastically though but it does change. Another possibility is I’m just plain tired and I’m just pouring out my brain. Either ways, do you have any experience with this? Today’s pictures are from a collab I did with a photographer, Justin. I had so much fun during this shoot and loved geeking about photography life and struggles. It’s always great teaming up with people who are so passionate about their craft. If you’re looking to find cool and unique music + photography, check him out here. Enjoy and I’ll talk to you in a bit! Photos by Justin Báez Outfit details Skirt: LAJA Styles Sweater: Windsor Earrings/ Swarovski tear drop bracelet: Fulfill Jewelry Spiked Cuff: Thrifted Always, Miss LAJA
All My Favorite Things This outfit comprises of all my favorite things in one place; ankara, leather, jeans, black and red. I absolutely adore how 90s this outfit is with the skirt especially. I found that lately my style has been filled with tights and short skirts or dresses. It’s a countdown till Christmas break and I must say, I’m not feeling completely overwhelmed like I usually do this time of the semester. There is pressure let me hastily add but at this point I would have probably cried to my mum on the phone at least once and cried five times more on my own, haha! That’s one of the ways I get rid of my stress when I’ve had enough. I’m glad with how things are now. Anyways, I’m keeping this message short and sweet as I have to start studying for my exams. I wish you all the best this last few weeks of 2015. Finish off strong! On another note, what do you guys think of the new layout and design?I finally migrated from Blogger to WordPress. Things are still sketch as I haven’t had time to really clean things up but do you like it? Please let me know your thoughts! I’m so elated that the ministry is moving to greater heights. All the best and I’ll talk to you in a bit 🙂 Outfit Details Blouse: LAJA Skirt: Charlotte Russe Shoes: Windsor Coat: Metaphor Always, Miss LAJA
LAJA Unseen #9 Enjoy and don’t forget to check out the name of the pose above on LAJA-gram (@miss_laja). Any guesses? Leave them in the comments below! LAJA Unseen 8 | LAJA Unseen #7| LAJA Unseen #6 When people keep repeating themselves When You’re Being Petty But You Don’t Even Care When you’ve drank too much but you look good. Passing by people you dislike like… When it’s none of your business though. When You’re Trying To Laugh But Your Makeup Is Popping Always, Miss LAJA