HOW TO WEAR STATEMENT NECKLACES

Statement necklaces have been on trend for a while now and they don’t seem to be going away anytime soon. Jewellery, in general can make any simple outfit become more visually interesting. With a basic tee-shirt and jeans or a simple dress, jewellery are best for adding a little extra to glam up the outfit.
Statement necklaces are a personal favourite and a great way for me to spruce up an otherwise simple outfit. From bib and bubbly chokers to layered and collared styles, colourful baubles to staple gold/silver these necklaces are perfect for a chic and sleek effortless look. They come in different shapes and cuts for ladies looking for bold and not loud.
It is important for ladies to remember to let the necklace make the statement! Here are a few outfits I compiled to give you ideas on how to style statement necklaces with outfits you probably already have in your wardrobe.

• Weekend casual 
  

 

• Casual Friday/ Weekend 
  

 

• Work wear 
  

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Ankara 
  

 

• Wedding guest 
  

 

• Date night 
  

 

 

 

 

• Cocktail party 
  

 

Which combination do you agree with and how would you like your style 'Simple or Bold'?

EASY WAYS TO STORE HANDBAGS AND RETAIN THEIR SHAPE

You own an impressive collection of handbags and you are tired of seeing your beloved handbags lose their shape. You are falling in love with the arm-candy trend and plan on purchasing a few, you don’t want them to remain at the bottom of your closet collecting dust and losing their initial structure, I mean...you spent quiet a fortune on them right? Storing them could be pretty confusing as we know handbags are usually so bulky and oddly-shaped.

I have for you a few easy ways to store your handbags while retaining their shape;

1.       Stuffing –

This is a trick known by most women who are concerned with maintaining their handbag shapes. Stuff your handbags with plastic bags and stuffing items they came with. Plastic bags will hold up the sides of your handbags and prevent it from sagging. A little cushion pillow if not in use can be a great alternative to unwanted items. Get as many stuffing as you can, line up those bags and start stuffing them!

 

2.       Shelving –

Handbags are known for their different styles and shapes, that is why shelving is a great general storing option for them. Place them uprightly in shelves in your closet, if there is no space, build a shelf. Those beauties can be shown off by shelving them using a colour arrangement to create an attractive display that will help their shelf-life (pun intended).

3.       Hanging –

This is the usual go-to method a lot of us use to store our handbags, it is very effective but must be done with care. The ‘handles’ of our handbags are delicate, hanging them the wrong way could peel, tear and weaken them. To do this right you need hooks, shower curtain hooks are great for this purpose, they can be used as handbag hooks in your closet.

4.       Lastly, keep them in plain sight. If you don’t see them you won’t remember to store them well. Keep your handbags in close reach.

All the above mentioned methods are used by yours truly. Not a lot of us have very spacious closets, so I will like to know which method you currently use often. How do you store your handbags?

6 MUST-HAVE SHOES FOR EVERY NIGERIAN WOMAN ( 2 )

Hello, Welcome to dbshoesnbags blog.

This continues our last post of the shoes every Nigerian woman needs in her shoe collection. Here goes;

4.      Flat Sandals-

Still yet to find a Nigerian woman who doesn’t own these, I suggest you get a pair, better yet two if you really don’t own any. 

Ladies with an eye for fashion won’t choose these plain, they’ll go for elaborate finishes, studded or bejeweled, thongs or gladiators. They come best in metallic colours and are great when paired with shorts, jeans and maxi dresses. They can be worn for casual dates and outings, beachwear and running errands.

5.     Ankle-strap Sandal heels-

Now that your comfort has been taken care of, you should go for what is stylish and trending. Strappy sandals pull off even the most casual outfits, not to mention the length it gives to your legs. They give off the illusion of longer legs and gives the opportunity to be daring with your nail polish colours.

They can be worn on your casual Friday to the office, they are great on our traditional outfits, and absolutely cute on the dance floor! In the world of fashion these are here to stay.

6.     Sneakers/Trainers-

My fitness savvy friends won’t forgive me if I leave these out. Get a good pair of these for the gym or daily aerobics. They are not only comfortable, they provide a chic look when paired with jeans/leggings and t-shirts/sweaters.

Did we mention that you can purchase items on this list on our online store? Yes you can! Simply click on this link

Please share with us your absolute must-have among these and how you style them, leave a comment below.

6 MUST-HAVE SHOES FOR EVERY NIGERIAN WOMAN ( 1 )

Hello, Welcome to dbshoesnbags blog.

For all ladies, a versatile collection of shoes that would complement any fashion statement is an absolute must. We Nigerian ladies need certain shoes for our everyday lifestyle. Having the shoes on this list will help us answer the “Which shoes do I wear with this outfit?” question.

1.     Classic pumps-

Not to be confused with high heels, pumps are generally shoes that grip firmly at the toes and heel. Start your shoe collection with these, leather or suede material, rounded or pointed toe. You’ll definitely love the comfort and polish it gives to your outfit.

They are great in basic black or other neutrals like beige, white and grey. Wear it with pant or skirt suits for work, pair it up with jeans for the casual look, looks great with your dinner dresses and party outfits. Go for comfort and class when buying these.

2.     Basic ballet flats-

Very lady-like and chic, a fashionista’s favourite after a long day in high heels. Equally versatile, like the pumps, and are found in leather, suede, satin and even snake and croc skin materials. Pick them in round or pointed toes for a classy finish.

It is an easy solution to putting together an outfit for work, dates, running errands while looking stylish. Did I mention great for driving in traffic? These are a definite a must for your wardrobe.  They can be worn with almost any outfit including your favourite jeans, leggings, dresses and shorts.

3.     Wedges-

These are common for women who want the classy look of high heels while maintaining the comfort of flats.

Wedges are great for their casual-still-stylish looks and come in wedge sandals and wedge pumps.

Depending on the occasion and outfit, these can be a lifesaver and could help make that quick decision when you are stuck between choosing your high heels or flats. Therefore they are a must-have for us Nigerian ladies.

Did we mention that you can purchase shoes on this list at affordable prices on our online store? Yes you can! Simply click on this link 

Our next post will complete the items on this list.

Please share with us your absolute must-have among these and how you style them, leave a comment below.