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THISDAY STYLEFASHION DIRECTOR/EXECUTIVE EDITOR

RUTH OSIME

EDITOR PRINT OLUFUNKE BABS-KUFEJI

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One of the luckiest things to happen to you in life is when you make a living from what you enjoy doing most. A hobby that yields financial returns and

even when it doesn’t, you love it so much you are ready to keep doing it regardless... until it yields your desired rewards. You weather the storm and face any and every challenge thrown at you because your passion far outweighs your challenges. Many times, in the course of pursuing your passion, you get deflated and now and again, feel tempted to thrown in the towel. But your hunger to achieve your goal gingers you

on during those trying times. Those who have made a name from their ‘calling’ so to speak have many a story to tell on their path to success and

fame.They have, with dogged determination, scaled all hurdles and curveballs

thrown at them. Some have even had to flee for their lives or go on exile because of a cause they strongly believed in or stood by. But rather than be deterred or seek other

ways to earn their livelihood, they reinvented themselves and continued to pursue their passion. Dele Momodu is one of such people. A Journalist by profession, he has gone on to wear many caps after but underneath it all, his writing and quest to break news has always remained and is still heavily imbibed in his daily existence till date. He has scaled many setbacks as most successful professionals are wont to do and his story today at 60 is an inspiration for many on how to pursue your dreams regardless of circumstance.

Having a strong passion for what you do will always reflect on how you do it. Your attitude, approach and determination are three key factors that should remain constant. As you read his story from humble beginnings, l hope this will encourage others not to give up hope. As a very dear friend of mine always says ‘If you can think it, you can do it!’

FASHION DIRECTOR/EXECUTIVE EDITOR

CONTENTFashionFASHION TIPS TO KNOW PG 6

ONE LOOK THREE WAYS PG 6-7

STRIPES IN 8 LOOKS PG 7

FAT SHAMING PG 8

6 TRENDS TO HAVE PG 10

5 SUPER COOL WAYS TO ROCK DUNGAREES PG 10

THRICE AS NICE PG 11

• CAPSULES• COLOURS OF LIFE PG 17

THE ONLY WARDROBE CHECKLIST YOU’LL EVER NEED PG 18-19

FASHION DO YOU KNOW PG 18-19

THE CAKE STAND HEELS PG 20

• MAKE A STATEMENT WITH YOUR NAILS• STEAL HER LOOKS PG 21

LIPSTICK FASHION TREND PG 22

NUDE LIPSTICK FOR DARK TONES PG 23

BEAUTY QUESTIONS AND ANSWER PG 23

One who keeps re-inventing himself, Dele Momodu is the quintessential Everyman - a journalist, publisher, former presidential candidate, political analyst, media consultant and successful businessman and lately, social talk show host, who leaves an indelible and noteworthy mark wherever he goes. He speaks to KONYE NWABOGOR on turning 60!

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Navigating the ins and outs of style can be tricky, but with these simple stylist- recommend tips, you’ll be a certified fashionista in no time.

The classic stripe is a girl’s best friend when it comes to patterns. Stripes look good on anyone, they never go out of style and you can wear them with everything. From Candy stripe to Bengal, Pencil stripe to Awning, and even Pin stripes, we’re doing stripes in eight looks.

CHALYA SHAGAYA

TRACY NWAPA

JOSEILYN DUMAS

CHIOMA IKOKWU

NINA IVY

CHIC AMA

OLA ADEWALE

STELLA ADEWUNMI

CHARLOTTE KAMALE

AMA GODSON

YAMIKO

TRACEE NWAPA

OPEYEMI OYALOWO

LANRE DASILVA-AJAYI

ALEXANDRIAH SHO-SILVA

TACHA AKIDE

WEAR IT UNBUTTONED

The unbuttoned shirt look is a look right

now, so why not try it with a jacket. You can

tape the insides to your skin to keep it from

moving.

BELT IN YOUR JACKETBright colours are often best for the hot summer days. When worn with darker colours, you can easily style them. Pair your bright coloured blazer with dark pants and belt it in to make it look more structured and fitted. Finish the look with a pair heels for a chic outfit, perfect for the office or a night out.

KEEP IT SIMPLE WITH DENIM

A bright coloured blazer always pair well with denim but you can switch it up with

a pair of hot denim pants. You can dress it up with heels or create a more casual look

with a pair of sneakers.

BEFORE shopping. You may be surprised at how many hidden combinations are

lurking in your closet.

SHOW SKIN STRATEGICALLYLooking truly sexy involves knowing what to bare-and what to keep under wrap. Otherwise, where’s the mystery? “Choose one - only one -body part and show it off. If it’s cleavage, don’t show your legs. If it’s your legs, stay covered on top.

ACCESSORISE WITH BRIGHTSIf you’ve got a closet full of neutrals - be they navy, black, camel, or grey - add energy with boldly hued shoes and bags. Not only is a ruby red satchel more lively than ho-hum black, it’s also surprisingly versatile. Feeling really brave? Wear a neutral base with shoes and a bag in two different complementary colours.

HEM FOR YOUR SHOE HEIGHT The biggest mistake women make is wearing pants that aren’t the right length for their shoes. To fix this, hem to either flats or heels - no compromise. Hemlines that are like 2” off the floor can be very distracting - and not in a pleasant way. Generally, hems should just graze the tops of your shoes and be from maximum, 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch off the floor.

DRESS FOR YOUR BODY, NOT AGEArms svelte enough for a sleeveless sheath? Legs toned enough for shorts? Show off what you’ve got-while you’ve still got it.

OWN SOMETHING LEOPARDMake the print a staple in your accessories wardrobe. It’s timeless, racy enough, and always glamorous

GO HANDS-FREE FOR EVENINGA dressy bag with a chain helps you hold crudités and a cocktail - plus, it lends a cool edge to evening wear. Wear the chain diagonally across your body for the best effect.

WHEN IN DOUBT, WEAR NUDE PUMPSMatched to your skin tone, they’re a pretty safe bet. And they make legs look longer.

ROUND UP WHITE BUTTON-DOWNSTake a classic cue from Opeyemi! White shirts elevate pants and keep ball skirts from drifting into fantasy-land. But all that mileage comes at a cost: a short shelf life. So buy three, don’t overbleach (which can cause yellowing), and refresh regularly.


BY ISIOMA USIADE

Colour StripesInjecting some colour to your

striped ensemble is the easiest way

to add some edge to your basic

monochrome stripes. Try colours

like bright blue and vivid red paired with

white, or better still if you are daring

enough, experiment with colours in a

range of hues. For a panache effect, think

clashing colours in rainbow bright with

larger stripes.

Layer StripesStripes are one of the easiest patterns to layer with just about everything. But they also add more depth to your outfit than any block colour ever could because of their multi-dimensional properties. Add a hint of a simple stripe to your layering repertoire for an instant outfit refresh.

Mix It UpA variety of stripes is always best. Different widths, lengths, positioning, depths and colours provide a wide scope for experimentation and will steer you away from the standard striped garment.

Multi-Dimensional StripeWhen it comes to stripes, more is more. Something so classic like stripes doesn’t necessarily have to be boring or predictable. Aim for multi-coloured and multi-directional takes on the print. The more irregular the better! Don’t be afraid of overdoing it.

Subtle StripesInstead of stripes all over, try more subtle hints like a striped sleeve or hem. A little subtlety can go a long way. Play with positioning and placement to inject an element of fun to make a statement.

Mix and Match Your PrintsStripes are basically the neutral of prints so they easily work paired with a contrasting print. Mixing stripes with other patterns will elevate your outfit to uber cool in no time! We are all for outrageous print medleys and we say the bolder the better in this instance. Try to choose one print to dominate and one as an accent. Also make sure you have the right proportions because usually, prints of different scales work best.

Think Outside the Striped TopUsually striped tops are the easiest way to wear this trend, but this time, try stripes in different accessories. Accessories don’t have to just come in one block colour! For a look that stays ahead of the fashion pack, try striped accessories like a bag or a pair of heels.

Stripes on StripesUp your stripe ante by going matchy-matchy and wearing the pattern head to toe. Our favourite way to double stripe is a striped suit for a more put together look but slouchy pairings will give off a more relaxed vibe. Wearing stripes in opposite directions is also a great way to keep your look interesting and more unique. Just remember, you can never have too many stripes.

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THISDAY Style Vol. 22, 9187 Sunday, July 5, 2020

Recap and vital statistics: I am 5 feet and 10 inches tall

and 60 years old. I was super-slim till about 10

years ago, then gradually got fat.

I started this weight loss programme on March 16th when I weighed a whopping 120kg and measured 49-47-51 (chest-waist-hips) inches.

My weight was stubbornly stuck at the 111kg mark on my bathroom scales throughout June because though I wasn’t overeating, I simply wasn’t motivated enough or trying hard enough to get good results.

I wasn’t going over the top and stuffing my face with fattening delights like cream cakes or akara, but I was still getting through too many calories and not doing much fat-burning exercise.

Fortunately, I’ve finally left that demoralising plateau behind in recent days and now weigh 109.5kg. And, Dear Readers, I’m pretty sure that my battle of the bulge will be less tortuous henceforth.

So what happened?How did I drag myself out of the Zero Progress

zone after reluctantly lingering in it for a month? And why am I now so sure that there will be no more Zero Progress phases in future?

It’s a long story.Let me start by saying that I have an Addictive

Personality that is drawn to excess. If I take a shine to or feel a need for something, I will indulge in it obsessively while struggling to break the spell.

When I was a teenager in the UK in the 1970s, smoking was regarded as tres chic; and I took to cigarettes like a duck to water.

I adored the acrid fumes, the nicotine hits and having something to hold or breezily wave around when I was working, socialising, watching TV, etc. And while my friends were getting through one pack of cigarettes a day, I was getting through 3 or 4 packs a day.

It rapidly became obvious that cigarettes were ruining my health. And I started to hate myself for being wedded to a habit that was stupid and dangerous. And I was always trying to psyche myself up to ditch cigarettes before they killed me. But I continued to smoke like a chimney for 4 decades and only gave them up 3 years ago.

I am telling you this tale because of HOW I gave cigarettes up. I literally just woke up one day, aged 56, and it was as if a switch was flipped in my head. And I suddenly lost the desire to smoke.

Just like that. No ceremony. No drama. Just a very firm goodbye to years of using cigarettes as a crutch. And I haven’t looked back.

I went through a similar epiphany last week around gluttony. I’ve always LOVED food and sugar so passionately that controlling my consumption of favourite savoury and sweet dishes was like torture.

But, all of a sudden, last Thursday, a switch flipped in my head with a forcefulness that surprised me; and I realised that I had TOTALLY lost the desire to eat nonstop…and would no longer find it difficult to establish sensible eating patterns and fully commit to slimming.

My doctor says that I need to lose at least 35kg, if I want to avoid heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, stroke, etc, so I’m aiming for 85kg.

I was initially intimidated by this substantial challenge and kept messing around and pausing fearfully and stepping back wearily...instead of steadily and confidently forging ahead.

I’d lose 2 or 3kg one week, then regain all or part of the lost weight the following

week. Or just feebly mark time on the same spot.I basically trapped myself into a demoralising

win-fail-win-fail yo-yo cycle that I couldn’t seem to escape from. But something mysterious happened to me psychologically last week. And, suddenly, I am mentally ready to do this dieting thing properly.

And exercise HAS to be part of the deal. Calorie restriction is more effective than exercise within a kilo-shedding context. But exercise helps and it’s important to tone those muscles as you shed weight.

I was a champion athlete at school, but only because my sports teacher nagged me to get off my backside and fulfil my potential.

Despite having won trophies, I enthusiastically quit sport the minute I left school. And I’ve joined a few gyms over the years, in half-hearted bids to be healthier, but have not spent much time in them.

I am, truth be told, a VERY lazy couch potato by nature; and I sigh whenever I try to come to terms with the fact that consistently embracing sweat is the next psychological hurdle I need to leap over.

Weight loss is more of a mental challenge than anything else. Once you have made your mind up to be serious, the physical challenges (occasional hunger pangs, cravings for favourite foods, ongoing aches and pains from exercise) don’t bother you much.

DONU KOGBARA IS A VANGUARD NEWSPAPER COLUMNIST.Please feel free to share your thoughts about her weight loss journey on [email protected]

SHAMING!Fat

BY DONU KOGBARA

BATTLE OF THE BULGE - PART 14 (WEEK 16)

1Fancy up your flatsJust because a shoe is flat, doesn’t mean it can’t be dressy. Gone are the days of boring,

“sensible” flats. Today, there are endless options, from embellished and rhinestone-encrusted

to laser-cut and brightly colored. Build a fun collection of flats to add interest

and pop to classic looks.

2 Try new collar shapesBlazers and

structured jackets will never go out of style. But one way to make them

feel current is to play with different collars. Make this wardrobe stable ooze subtle sophistication by trying a Mandarin collar, a standup collar, or forgetting the collar entirely.

3Make an under-state-

mentPersonal style

takes time to cultivate and requires the kind of calm confidence and self-awareness that

women in their 70s are famous for. Flawless style doesn’t have to be flashy, edgy, or fussy. Sometimes the simplest looks are the chicest.

4 Carry the newest trendsHandbags are one

of the easiest and most fun ways to perk up your wardrobe each season, without replacing half of what you own. Look for structured styles with trendy details, like wood handles, woven sides, bright colors, or oversized hardware.

5 Embrace the eclecticIn your 70s, it’s a

good rule of thumb to avoid looking too prim, too girly, or preppy. However, it’s the perfect time to experiment with arty styles like tailored sweater coats, wide-leg pants, unusual clutches, and colorful patterns. As a younger women, these looks can “wear you” but the older you get, the easier they become to pull off.

TIPS FOR DRESSING

IN YOUR 70s

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Wearing white pants can sometimes be a daunting thought for gents. White pants are probably easier to style than you would expect. They’re also surprisingly versatile and can be

worn with a variety of outfits. When rocking your bold, white pants, it’s best to keep things simple and complete your outfit with classic styles and a minimalistic colour palette. As such, items already in your wardrobe, like a white button-up and a blazer, will work well to complete your look. With a little knowledge of what to wear with your white pants and plenty of confidence, you’ll be able to don these trousers in serious styles, here STYLE will show you how you can effortlessly style your white pants for a unique and undeniably impressive appearance in different occasions.

SEMI-FORMAL (ALL WHITE)If you’re feeling confident about rocking white pants, you may want to try an all-white outfit. Although the look is bold, it’s also ideal for summer and certain semi-formal occasions. To ensure you get the look right, remember to stick to bright, white pants, then, add a matching collar shirt and white kicks. To help balance the look, try adding in just a touch of colour. A bit of black on your bag or a brown belt will keep your outfit from appearing too monotonous.

SMART CASUAL (A BLAZER)White pants are perfect for creating a stylish, smart casual outfit. Thanks to their clean appearance, these minimalistic trousers are easy to dress up. To nail the look, all you need to do is add a tailored blazer. By doing so, you will instantly elevate your outfit and your pants. To complete the look, choose between a t-shirt and loafers for a relaxed yet elegant appearance or a button-down shirt and dress shoes for a sophisticated style.

CASUAL (SHIRT)One of the best ways to wear white pants is just to pair them with a shirt. The combination may be simple, but it’s also incredibly smart and can be dressed up or down depending on your shoes. When it comes to choosing a shirt, light colours tend to look best and can create a coordinated appearance. Add more interest and colour by complementing your white pants with a brown button down stripe shirt and shoes.

THRICE AS NICE

Ways to Roc k Dungarees

Calling all 90s fashion fans

- dungarees are back again. Denim

dungarees are definitely a classic

clothing item to keep in your wardrobe.

An item that doesn›t really go out of fashion - denim dungarees are

a versatile piece of clothing that is great

for both men and women and can fit

in either at a festival or on a night out in

town. Here are some of

the best dungaree outfit ideas compiled

together for you. Choose the one which

best suits your personal style and don’t be afraid to

experiment and make it even more special

BY USIADE ISIOMA

BY USIADE ISIOMA

STREET STYLE

Denim dungarees are the best choice for this style. Pair

some cropped dungarees with killer boots for more of a

glammed-up look and a clever layering - a roll neck top

underneath.

CHIC AMA

SUMMER FUNKY STYLE

Denim looks even cooler when you don’t bother to button it up. Keep the rest of the look casual with a simple mule and a plain tee. A white polo top matched with dungarees create a great

summer look.

CYNTHIA NWADIORA

TEEN GIRLS STYLE

Dress up dungarees for the evening by layering a white

bralette underneath with boots, this combo is another

great idea. To add a more effortlessly cute look, drop the straps down.

ERIN

CLASSICThe first way is

known as the classic way - a plain blouse worn with

a dark denim dungaree and paired with sneakers or heels.

This look can easily transit you from day to night

out.

ROLL UP THE LEGS

This really chic and classy runway look indeed adds a

twist to your styling by teaming your dungarees with strappy sandals. Rolling

up the baggy legs gives it the real

70s’ vibe.

TIAMARIA NELSON

VICTORIA BECKON

If getting dressed for yet another

day spent working at your kitchen

is failing to excite you right now,

why not daydream about what

you’ll be kitting yourself out in

once lockdown is over?

BONANG MATHEBA

5SUPERCOOL

READY AFTER LOCKDOWN

6TRENDSTO HAVE

BRA ACCENTUATION

If lockdown is over once the peak of

summer arrives, then believe it or

not we’ll all be dressing a whole lot

more risqué. While last year saw the (very

brief ) resurgence of the exposed thong, SS20

is all about detailing around the brazziere. From

exposed bandeaus to sequin accentuation we’ll see

you and your undies next season.

ALEXANDRIAH SHO-SILVA


BONANG MATHEBA

DRAWSTRINGSBy no means a new phenomenon, the

drawstring was all over the spring/summer 2020

runway. Whether sitting at the

SADE AKINOSHO

WRAPPED ANKLES

If you’ve been keeping an eye on street style stars over the last few months, you’ll have noticed

that several have been tying their sandal straps around their

trousers. Not a fleeting trend, forecasts suggest this look

will be lapped up this summer.

LOW-SLUNG

TAILORINGHigh-waists have dominated the sartorial landscape for years, but

this summer things get a whole lot looser with low-slung tailoring

taking centre-stage. Pair it with elegant shoes to avoid

an overly-sloppy look.

JENNIFER OSEH

OLA ADEWALE

MAXIMALIST ENERGY

Power-prints are back in a huge way this summer, with

giant florals, clashing hues, and oversized polka dots taking

over. There’s no such thing as too much, so go forth and

be brave.

PUFFED SLEEVES

They saw a subtle revival last year, but in 2020 it’s time to make

way - both mentally and physically - for the puffed sleeve. Whether the swell is focussed on your shoulder,

or more gradual down your arm, we already can›t get enough

of the puff.

YUKI AKINOSHO

LOGIK RIVER

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One who keeps re-inventing himself, Dele Momodu is the quintessential Everyman - a journalist, publisher, former presidential candidate, political analyst, media consultant and successful businessman and lately, social talk show host, who leaves an indelible and noteworthy mark wherever he goes. However remarkable his achievements, Dele will be the first to tell you that he doesn’t measure

himself by these things.In this interview with KONYE CHELSEA NWABOGOR, he talks about turning 60 during a

pandemic, the Ovation dream and his social media talk show.

Happy Birthday, Sir. 60 looks good on you. What were the initial plans to celebrate your big day and how did it eventually go amidst the pandemic and the new rule of social distancing?

Turning 60 meant so much to me considering my epic journey in life. Not many would be lucky to attain that age in good health. I thank God for the gift of life which I don’t take for granted. I have flown globally, much more than an average human being with not a single mishap. I have travelled by road at home and abroad, with no car crash. I have sailed on the high seas from America to Mexico to Jamaica and Cayman Island and our ship did not sink. You may never appreciate this until you hear or read of the mortal dangers experienced by others. My gratitude is eternal.

Trust me, I was planning to celebrate big in several continents. I’m very blessed with wonderful friends who had made elaborate plans. But man proposes and God disposes. On a personal note, my immediate family and I had plans to have a praise and worship session at home in London and then food, drinks and dance, on D-day itself, May 16, 2020. The grand finale was planned to hold in Lagos on May 31. We had already secured a beautiful venue in Victoria Island. Many artistes had volunteered to support me gratis. The love I received from people was overwhelming and truly humbling.

We planned without ever suspecting that an invisible virus named COVID-19 would come to ravage the world so savagely! It came and brought the world to a complete standstill. As days climbed days and months climbed months, reality began to dawn on me. I started calling my friends to scale down the celebration. I outrightly cancelled the idea of any kind of party. Then my close protege, Ayo Animashaun, came with a thunderbolt. He announced there was no way the day would just pass without them showering me with some encomiums. That was how the planning of a Zoom party came to be. A WhatsApp group was formed by the planners and they hosted a one-of-its-kind virtual party on May 16 the reverberation of which is still being felt far and wide. We observed all the rules of physical gathering and social distancing and nevertheless, recorded a monumental success.

From your relationship with the likes of the late MKO Abiola and May Ellen Ezekiel to the RadioKudirat era, your three year exile and of course the glamorous pages of Ovation Magazine, you’ve had a pretty interesting and adventurous life. Has there been a moment when you turned around and said, “Where did all the time go?”

I have lived a pretty exciting and extremely busy life. I could have easily crammed 80 years into my past 60 years, yet I feel like I’m only 40 years old. Whenever I look at my pictures of 10 to 20 years ago, I hardly see much difference. Go back 30 years though, and I must admit there is a visible remarkable physical transformation!!! Whatever!

I have been extremely fortunate, indeed. But I have come to accept that every mortal must grow old eventually. What matters is what you have done with your life and time on earth. I have lived a very fruitful and fulfilled life. I pray to live much longer, in peace, good health and wealth.

I pray to have a greater capacity to touch countless lives. I worry a lot about those in dire need. I may

not have much to give but I thank God that I have something to spread to a few. Time has sped so fast but I’m glad it was not time wasted.

Reading your birthday tributes, it is clear that a lot of people in the media space look up to you. Do you sometimes feel like a leader on the frontier?

I am grateful to the multitude of people for the incredible tributes they penned or voiced to me. I wept many times. Let me confess that I’m easily aroused to cry. My tear glands burst easily. I was deeply touched by such varied sentiments from far and near, young and old. Not many ever enjoy such uncommon privilege of being celebrated while alive.

I feel genuinely loved. I feel revalidated as a leader of the teeming youths. I feel appreciated for the little I’m able to do, many of which take place behind the scenes. I could not have asked for more honour and greater privilege.

You lost your mom four years ago. We read your emotional tribute to her at the time. How strong was her influence in your life and career?

I lost my Mum in 2007. She was my rock from birth, and she meant the world to me. I knew my Dad for only 13 years. He passed away on June 14, 1973, before I was old enough to fully enjoy my adolescence with him. My Mum was uneducated, but she knew the value of education more than educated Mothers. Each time I flunked my exams, she encouraged me to retake my WAEC papers, from 1976 to 1978. I finally got all my credits and entered the University of Ife as a pioneer JAMBITE. She had so much influence on me. Even my wife knew I had two wives and that my Mum was number one. Fortunately, they never clashed!

I was the only child of my Mum for my Dad though she and my Dad had two children each from their previous marriages, making five of us altogether; Simeon, Oladele, Feyisara, Grace and Ayobamidele.

So, tell us, why Journalism? I never planned to be a Journalist. It never entered

my imagination though I had writing skills because of my vast knowledge of literature in Yoruba and English languages. I was an avid, greedy and voracious reader. My first love was teaching. As a youth corper, I had lectured A-level Yoruba and English Literature, at 22, in 1982. My dream was to be a teacher and possibly marry

a teacher. I believe I’m a natural teacher. My students loved me to bits. I always laced by teachings with anecdotes and rhapsodies. Even students from other departments usually invaded my class just to listen and savour my unusual style. But I later discovered I was born to write.

I came into Journalism fortuitously because I could not secure a teaching appointment. Out of desperation, I started as a freelance writer for The Guardian and the Sunday Tribune. My writing was easy to read, flowery, colourful, educative and sometimes flamboyant.

I was fortunate to get a job at Concord newspapers in 1988 and was extremely lucky to meet an exceptional boss in one of my Editors, Mike Awoyinfa, who gave me rapid and sporadic promotions. By 1990, exactly on the second anniversary of landing in Lagos, I became the highest-paid Editor in the country. It was just surreal. From Concord, I moved to Classique magazine, published by my great boss, May Ellen Ezekiel (later Mrs MEE Mofe Damijo) of blessed memory. I spent about 16 months and resigned to pursue other interests in public relations and, oh yes, bread merchandising.

What’s your most memorable interview?It is difficult to point at any particular interview

I conducted that was most memorable. Without sounding immodest, I believe every story I wrote was special though a few iconic ones stood out. I think the one I did with Kola Abiola, in which he spoke about why he believed his father, Chief Moshood Abiola, was murdered while in solitary confinement under the military regime, stands out for me, because of the sad and poignant memory it evokes and the fact that we invited some of Nigeria’s most famous writers to join us.

Let’s talk about Ovation. What was the dream? Ovation International magazine was a child of

destiny and circumstance given to me by God as compensation for the suffering I endured during the June 12 crisis in Nigeria. I was forced into exile in England from July 1995 to July 1998, accused of treason over a matter I knew nothing about at the time. I was suspected of being one of the brains behind a pirate radio station initially known as Radio Freedom, which later metamorphosed into Radio Kudirat after the dastardly assassination of Alhaja Kudirat Abiola, wife of the winner of the June 12, 1993, election, Chief Moshood Abiola.

It was months after I arrived in London that it occurred to me that I was truly jobless, unemployed and broke. It took the bold intervention of my cousin, Segun Fatoye, as he then was, to wake me up to reality. One thing led to another and Ovation was born in the city of London.

The dream was to publish a world-class magazine that would publish the positive stories of Africa, the sorts you won’t find on the pages of foreign magazines. Mercifully, it turned out to be an instant success. Today, we’ve been in business for 24 years.

Since the glamorous days of Ovation in print, there has not been anyone that has been able to fill the void created, by your absence from that space. What do you think are the factors contributing to this void?

Ovation remains the only African magazine of its kind in print. Many magazines tried strenuously to

I pray to have a greater capacity to touch countless lives. I worry a lot about those in dire need. I may not have much to give but I thank God that I have something to spread to a few. Time has sped

so fast but I’m glad it was not time wasted.

DELE MOMODU

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replicate and kick us out, including international brands like OK and Hello magazines but they couldn’t. We’ve been with the same Printers in Enfield, United Kingdom, for about 20 years now, in order not to compromise the excellent quality we are famed for.

Our originality and innovation have contributed immensely to our success. Also, we’ve refused to rest on our oars. We’ve spared no expense to maintain our status and lead.

Many are keenly following the progress of the Boss Newspaper. This is a departure from the entertainment thrust of Ovation. Will there be a resurgence of Ovation online or periodic print runs?

We have consistently maintained our flagship magazine Ovation International but felt the need to diversify into other aspects of media, including online newspaper, The Boss, Ovation Television and social media engagements. We have been successful in all, but our biggest revelation has been our public relations arm which has attracted the patronage of who’s who in Nigeria and beyond overtime.

With the pandemic making digital access an essential, a lot of people believe this is going to be a huge blow for the traditional print media whose share of the ad pie has been shrinking already. What’s your take on this?

Fortunately, we have mastered how to respond promptly and positively to every situation we confront from time to time. We have never been left behind by the advancement of technology and social media. My latest interview sessions on Instagram live have become one of the best interventions during this COVID-19 pandemic and we hope to blaze the trail for others as usual

Looking back at when you started, would you say it was easier running a media business back then, as opposed to now?

I won’t say it was easier starting Ovation in 1996. I will rather admit that we’ve been extremely lucky and blessed with staying power and tenacity. Our reputation and integrity have made us the favourite of our amazing clients and ardent readers who always trust us to deliver.

About 10 years ago, you launched a presidential campaign, are you still nursing an ambition in politics? Will you run for office again?

I don’t see me contesting a Presidential election again due to the hard lessons I learned in 2011. Some of the lessons can be listed as follows:

A. That Nigeria is still largely controlled by a Mafia who determines who goes next in a game of thrones combined with musical chairs.

B. You cannot win unless you secure the ticket of either of the two leading political parties.

C. Politics is too capital intensive and only the big parties or a stupendously wealthy individual can mobilize substantial resources.

D. Ethnicity and religion are major factors. It is obvious to me that the Moslem North will play a fast game on the South to retain power in 2023. They have

mastered the game well, if not perfectly. And they possess a cast iron template by controlling INEC (the electoral commission), the security apparatuses, access to the Central Bank, control of the biggest donors, local and foreign. They seem more and better united at any point in time while the South is usually in disarray.

E. I foresee the North heading towards South-South for partnership if the South West proves too stubborn to deal with. They might also consider the South East in the hope that they can buy two regions (SE/SS) for the price of one. So, it makes more sense to continue to consolidate my business than waste energy and resources on flights of fancy.

You’re quite vocal on social media. As a leading

voice in Journalism and the polity, what do you hope to achieve from this?

I had always been vocal long before the coming of social media. I see social media as only a more powerful tool for the amplification of my thoughts and beliefs. Writers are supposed to be the veritable conscience of the nation. A nation where popular journalists fail to use their popularity and influence to affect their country positively is just useless. The media has a major role to play in national development and nation-building. The collapse of education has drastically reduced the quality of healthy conversations. Some of us must make the necessary sacrifice to engage our youths hoping some would imbibe the right spirit.

Do you think the Nigerian youth has enough exemplary role models that will help shape their minds for leadership, 5, 10 or 20 years from today?

I’m very positive that there is hope for Nigeria in the future. Many of our youths now see and tend to flock to the right calibre of role models. This will help in galvanising them massively for the onerous tasks of dreaming big.

You were born the same year Nigeria received her independence. Now at 60, what is your most important historical lesson about our country?

I was born in the year of our independence which means I have grown alongside my dear beloved country, but my country has not developed exponentially. This is very

worrisome. The object lesson is that age is not about how long but how well.

You have often talked about your humble background and the early days in Ibadan. How has this shaped your life’s philosophy?

I was born and raised in the ancient town of Ile-Ife, a cultural city in the mould of the city of Rome. Ife prepared me for the marathon race of life. I was taught to always remember the son of whom I am, a big lesson I have kept very handy like my holy grail.

You are the quintessential family man, but a career as successful as yours is a difficult one to balance alongside a growing family. How did you cope?

Combining my hectic life by trying to be a good family man has been very frustrating for me as a father and head of the family. While it is good to have all the time in the world for your family, it is also not too perfect to appear too laid back and jobless. No one respects an ordinary man.

What would you say to your younger self today? At 60, I count and number my days. I now have ten

years to 70, twenty years to 80, if I’m that lucky. It means I have little time left to achieve so much and leave an even worthier legacy behind. I constantly remind myself now that there is no time to burn or waste.

What does being “Dele Momodu “ mean?Dele Momodu has become a global citizen who now

must be conscious that all eyes are on him because he is an inspiration to a myriad of people.

I was born in the year of our independence which means I have grown alongside my

dear beloved country, but my country has not developed exponentially. This is very

worrisome. The object lesson is that age is not about how long

but how well.


The darkness deepens but light continues to pierce it as we struggle with the forces that battle for our souls. Lies are daily spurn to keep us blinded and we allow it. How can anyone meet the Maker and remain the same? How does anyone make that famous trip to Calvary and not die to self? Flesh is supposed to die so that divinity can gain prominence. Love is the foundation of our relationship with the Creator and forgiveness a key ingredient to growth. Many of us cradle offences and romance bitterness believing we are walking the talk of our professed faith, how can you lock people up in un-forgiveness and claim God as your “personal person”. God is LOVE, he who knows not LOVE, knows not God. We all grapple with the concept of unconditional love because it is foreign to the selfish nature of man, a love that loves in spite of who we are not because of who we are. The concept of forgiveness and a blank slate is complex to our carnal minds. We are not supposed to remember an offence against the offender, how is that possible, we ponder.....The good book says “and forgive us our trespasses AS WE FORGIVE those who trespass against us”. The quality of mercy is not strained, it is twice blessed, blessing the giver and the taker, according to Shakespeare, so forgiveness releases the offender and the offended. Unconditional love though conscious of wrong is not supposed to be mindful of it. We cannot divorce forgiveness from love. My favourite saying is “Elephants don’t forget, neither do I”, but this is definitely not Christian, as that is me falling off the wagon. I have fought with bitterness and I am still at the battle front with this “stealer of joy” because the wound inflicted is so deep and the pain does not ease because of regular poking of the scab. We cradle offences in our arms nursing them like babies unwillingly to let go because the grudge we bear takes “stays” us in righteous indignation and we refuse to cede territory to light, the light which is love and the love which is God......how do we not understand the hypocrisy?

Many believe they receive blessings because God is happy with them, forgetting that the sun shines on the good and evil.

Love your neighbour as yourself the good book instructs, but alas our interpretation of this is that we should love only those who meet with our ridiculous expectations, this is ludicrous I tell you.

Can two walk together except they agree....how do you walk with God filled with hate and bile....LOVE, SACRIFICE and OBEDIENCE are words many chant mindlessly like the national anthem but do not understand the importance.

We need to set our captives free people, even the lawful captives, so that we can achieve destined purpose. Our spiritual arrogance rankles as this oftentimes makes us justify our stance of hate, we then support with scripture, ie “if your left eye causes you to sin, remove it”.......the moment you kick love out, you are in sin.

The days are evil and the times eerie, we need to refocus and concentrate on what truly matters, if God truly has the wheel of our lives we need to let him drive....it’s time to focus on eternity as this journey is not forever. We are ambassadors thus must adhere to the foreign policies of the kingdom, a bitter heart is filled with muck, it is dirty and causes diseases. Forgiving and forgetting does not make you weak, on the contrary, it shows that you are a powerhouse. It is time to offload the garbage before it turns you to one.

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Colours of LifeON DISCRIMINATION

The Judean community was segregated. The Samaritans respected the invisible lines that divided the society. The Samaritans were neither Jews nor Gentiles and were avoided by both. They had learnt to live with discrimination. They were used to the stereotyping. They were careful not to disrupt the social order. But the stigma was worse for this Samaritan woman who had had five husbands and was now in an extra marital affair. In this patriarchal society she felt despised by the men and demonised by the women. So, she went to the well at noon to avoid people. This day she was surprised to find someone else there. She could tell he was a Jew. She figured out that He must be a stranger to these parts. Jesus asked the woman at Jacob’s well, “Will you give me some water to drink?” Shock, she retorted, “You are a Jew and I am a Samaritan woman. How can you ask me for a drink?”

Jesus had overstepped the boundaries in place to reach a woman who was searching for fulfilment and purpose. He crossed the ethnic divide to bring the good news of salvation by faith to the Samaritan woman. He knew that in God’s sight #samaritanlivesmatter. He demonstrated the Kingdom perspective on racism (John 4).

ON SEXISMIn this culture women were regarded as underdogs.

Society was usually unfair to them. Early this morning a couple was caught in adultery and the woman was dragged out for judgment. She was brought by the religious leaders to Jesus. “Teacher, this woman was caught in the act of adultery. In the Law Moses commanded us to stone such women. Now what do you say?”

These teachers of the law and the pharisees were looking for an opportunity to accuse Jesus of going against the law of Moses. He turned the tables on them – “Alright, but let the one who has never sinned cast the first stone”. One by one they turned around and, beginning with the oldest, walked away. When Jesus was left alone with her, He drew the attention of the accused to the fact that those who condemned her had left. He told her He did not condemn her. He forgave her and asked her to go and sin no more. Her accusers did not say anything about the man she was caught with. Jesus was aware of the gender bias; he was sympathetic to the #metoo movement. He defended the woman and her right to equal and fair treatment. He gave us the Kingdom perspective on sexism (John 8:1-11).

ON GOD’S WAYSThings were getting heated up around Jesus. The

pressure from those who wanted him out of the way was becoming more intense. The disciples had hoped that he would establish an earthly kingdom and the ruling authorities feared this. One day, Jesus told His disciples of the trails that awaited Him. He said he would be rejected by the religious leaders and even killed, but assured them that He would rise from the dead. Peter, a disciple of his, could not bear to hear

the Lord make such painful utterances. He did not want to see Jesus suffer. By divine revelation, Peter had recently confessed that Jesus was the Messiah, the Son of the living God and for this, Jesus highly commended him. But at this point Jesus rebuked Peter with these scathing words: “Get behind me, Satan! You do not have in mind the concerns of God, but merely human concerns”. Here he left us the kingdom perspective on God’s will versus the will of man (Matt 16:23).

ON CHURCH OFFERINGSIt was thanksgiving Sunday and people came to

church excited. This was one of the times to give a special donation to God’s work. The congregants danced to the altar to drop their offerings. The affluent folks amongst them could easily be identified by their expensive attires and their fat offering envelopes. Amidst the pomp and pageantry a poor widow made her way down the aisle and she dropped a miserly 2 coins in the offering basket. Meanwhile, Jesus had been watching the proceedings. He gave an astonishing verdict on what He saw – He said the offering of the widow surpassed that of the politicians and business moguls. He taught His disciples that the value of your offering is not determined by how much you give but by how much is left over after you have given. He revealed to us the Kingdom perspective on giving (Luke 21: 1-4).

A COUNTERCULTUREA review of the book The Upside Down Kingdom,

by Donald B Kraybill, says the author ‘…. shows how the kingdom of God announced by Jesus appeared upside-down in first-century Palestine. Jesus wins by serving and triumphs by losing. Today, God’s way still looks upside-down as it breaks into diverse cultures around the world. According to Kraybill, worldly authorities seek power and prestige, but Jesus’ counter-cultural message is a clear call to turn the social ladder upside-down. Jesus demonstrates radical opposition to the dominant culture by making friends with social outcasts and rebelling against authorities. This message calls Christians from many cultures to actively participate in God’s upside-down kingdom.’

There are two kingdoms in operation: the kingdom of this world and the kingdom of God. We all belong to one of the two. Though they co-exist, they are diametrically opposed and perpetually at war. For this reason, they do not allow for dual citizenship.

To which kingdom do you belong?

COLOURS OF LIFE SHOWToday we end season one of our Colours of Life

show with the incredible testimony of Keji Hamilton. This former afrobeat musician talks of his amazing journey from a life of drugs, violence, prostitution and the occult to conversion and now ministry of the gospel. This is one episode you do not want to miss. The show airs at 5pm (WAT) today. Find our coloursoflifetv show on YouTube. @coloursoflifetv

Koko Kalango is author Colours of Life devotional and host, Colours of Life show. [email protected]

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The Only Wardrobe Checklist You’ll Ever NeedBY KONYE NWABOGOR

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ALEXANDRIAH

Sophisticated and timeless, a blazer is flattering on everyone and is always appropriate. Wear it with jeans and a t-shirt on the weekends, or a sleek sheath at the office.

The white button-down shirt is a staple that now has an identity all its own. It’s just about the easiest way to pull off a pulled-together look in one easy move, whether you’re using yours to top denim or a pencil skirt. Plus, we love that every woman has her own unique way to make this essential all her own.

THE WHITE BUTTON-DOWN

For wedding season, formal dinners, and special events, it becomes pretty essential to have an appropriate dress. That means something formal and full length. Opt for one in a colour or print that flatters your complexion and can be reinvented each time you wear it just by switching the accessories.

THE FORMAL DRESS

BENEDICTA GAFAH

A pair of polished pumps will never let you down. From the office to your evenings out, they’re a classically chic finish to every outfit.

THE CLASSIC PUMP

Beige heels are a no-brainer for completing our

evening looks as well as our dressier day ensembles.

They are seasonless, go with everything, and are

often the pair to rock if you’re looking for a leg-

lengthening trick.

BEIGE HEELS

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MIMI ONALAJA

As far as essentials go, this may be king. The white tee is insanely versatile, so don’t relegate its use to casual looks only. Find a version in a great cut that you can wear with everything from jeans to silky pants and sequined skirts.

STELLA ADEWUNMI

THE WHITE TEE

LISA FOLAWIYO

CASUAL SNEAKERS

Gym sneakers are meant for the gym, but a pair of

cute kicks like these are a wardrobe basic worth investing in. They’ll look

a whole lot sweeter with jeans than your cross

trainers will.

Our wardrobes kind of become the centers of our universes for a few moments each day - picking out our outfits for big meetings, first dates, friend’s wedding. And for all those moments you’ve ever uttered “I have nothing to wear” in response to that looming interview, party, or big night out we hear you - and we’re here to help. The best way to make sense of the stuff in your closet is to clean out the unworn and ill-

fitting and make room for the essential pieces that’ll make it easy to pull together an outfit, whatever the occasion.

THE DAY DRESSThere are days when your jeans and t-shirts just won’t cut it; that’s when a perfect day dress comes into play. You won’t feel overdressed if you wear it to brunch with friends, and you’ll certainly feel more polished for dinners out. It’s not a special-occasion dress, but it’s an elevated alternative to your basics that you’ll rely on weekly, if not daily.

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DID YOU KNOW?

FASHION

SHORT HAIR: Having short hair is a fashion trend nowadays. But, according to fashion facts, this wasn’t always the case. Did you know that in the early 1800s and 1900s, women having short hair were considered unfaithful? They were seen as a symbol of infidelity.

SKIRTS: Do you know the second oldest garment in the history of fashion after the loincloth? It was the Skirt! And in the 18th and 19th-century, skirts were not just worn by women, but by men too!

NO FACIAL HAIR: During the Renaissance period, European women began the practice of removing hair from their body, not the legs or arms, but only eyebrows and the hair on the forehead. It was said to be very fashionable. Hence, mothers rubbed walnut oil on their children’s eyebrows and forehead to prevent any facial hair.

FASHION FUN FACTSFashion has had a very diverse and an interesting history

throughout. You might as well know a few fun facts about the emergence and existence of some trends you know now of. These fashion facts will surprise you.

VOGUE MAGAZINE: The first issue of Vogue magazine was published on 17th December 1892 in the United States of America.

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JEANS: Did you know that one bale of cotton that weighs under 500 pounds can make 215 pairs of jeans? The word “denim” most likely originated from a French material called serge de Nimes, meaning serge from the French seaside town of Nimes.

DAMILOLA

There’s something undeniably off about trying to carry a big bag when you›re dressed to the nines. Pick a simple box-like style that fits only the necessities and use it as an accent to any look.

THE EVENING CLUTCH

LONGEST WEDDING GOWN:

The longest wedding dress had a trail of 1.85 miles. It took three miles of taffeta and 18 feet lace to make it. Definitely the World’s Longest Dress!

For the days when jeans just won’t do, the maxi dress is a

perfect alternative. It’s comfortable to travel

in and easy to layer up, and it works all year.

Long story short, it’s a must.

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The Fashion It pack have been wearing cake stand heels for a while now, causing them to become even more popular over the past few months. When the time comes again for us to

dust off our party clothes, be prepared to see this heel paired with every single trend on the fashion scene. Though the heels can be worn with all or everything, the trend looks super

feminine when paired with full skirts and dresses. You can always grab your favourite pair of jeans or pants and make the best out of these cake stand heels for an effortless chic look.

THE CAKE STAND HEELS


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EMBELLISHED SANDALS

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GLASS MULES

EGO REVE SQUARE TOE DIAMANTE

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You are surely going to love these spectacular and versatile graphic nails. They are all kinds of crazy and creative stuff you can do with your nails right away. This also means that you can definitely use new and trending designs, stick some artefacts or even go with the simplest matte coloration if you want to. Here are new and unique graphic nail ideas that will complete your outfit and make a statement on its own.

MAKE A STATEMENT WITH YOUR NAILS

Floral NailsMint green seems to be an appropriate summer colour and the floral theme seems to be going great with it. Give your nails a sophisticated yet modern look in the upcoming Summer.

Sticker ArtGet artsy and glam up your nails in the best way possible with this sticker art look. These party-perfect nails with surely light up any room you walk in to.

Chrome NailsChrome nails seem to be the latest rage in the world of nail art. The rhinestone and crystals seem to be spicing it up a bit.

Ocean NailsThese breath-taking nails are ocean themed and have all the right details to them. The crystals and patterns have been added to perfect the look.

The Candy LifeIf you are obsessed with candies consider

getting this 3D candy inspired nail art perfect for your coffin nails.

Check NailsThese hot-wheel theme nails are another example of a shiny and matte duo. Give your costume party a lift by going for theme nails like these.

Tropical NailsGet vacation ready with these subtle, pastel-coloured tropical nails. Hit the beach with these beautiful artistic nails for the best combination possible.

Tribal PatternThese tribal pattern nails are a win-win for all and seem to be going great against dark skin.

Cherry NailsThese fruity nails make us want to grab a cherry from the fridge. This vibrant nail-do is great for your next Summer vacation.

Money NailsWe bet you have never thought of sticking money on nails before. The latest trend is all about the dollar nail look which seems a bit crazy.

PiercingsTrade your fancy manicure for a minimalistic and feminine look with these piercing designs. This gorgeous sophisticated look can be sported to work or even formal occasions like weddings.

StealLookHer

TOKE MAKINWA is known for many things, and being bold and daring

with her style is one of them. This sense of poise reflects in her wardrobe. It’s

difficult to find a look Toke can’t pull off! Whether it’s urban cool or red-carpet polished, this star can work any style

she chooses. Below is a breakdown of her one of her looks and how to achieve it.

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TOKE MAKINWA

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BALENCIAGA BLACK EMBROIDERED COTTON TWILL BASEBALL CAP

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Lip

NUDE IPSTICK

stickrend

Nude lipstick has been a huge trend for a few years now, and from matte textures to high shine glosses, there is no bad way to wear the shade on your lips. The trick is finding the perfect product to suit your skin. The right shade should subtly enhance your natural lip colour, without changing the undertones too dramatically.

Undertones can be broken down into three main categories - cool, neutral and warm. Those with cool undertones tend to have a rosy tinge to their skin, those with warm undertones will have a golden or yellow tinge to their skin, and neutral is somewhere in between.

While this may sound slightly confusing, there are a few quick and easy ways to tell.

• First, does gold or silver jewellery suit you more? It may sound simple, but gold jewellery tends to

suit warmer tones, and silver, cool tones. simple, but gold jewellery tends to suit warmer tones, and silver, cool.

• Another clever trick is the look at the colour of any visible veins. Are they purply blue, or green? If they’re the former, you probably have cool undertones, and if they’re the latter, you probably have warm undertones.

• Once you’ve distinguished your undertones and the best nude lipstick shade, it’s time to consider the rest of your makeup look. Nude lipsticks play perfectly into the 90s beauty trend (think soft, smoky brown shades on the eyes and a pretty, pink blush) that’s set to be the biggest makeup throwback.

FENTY BEAUTY STUNNA LIP PAINT IN UNCUFFEDLiquid lipsticks are by far the winners when it comes to staying power - and Fenty’s is arguably one of the best liquid lipsticks available. Uncuffed is a medium toned, purple brown that works well with cool undertones.

CLINIQUE EVEN BETTER POP LIP IN ENTWINEDClinique has one of the most extensive range of nude shades on the market, with 28 hues to choose from. Entwined is a rich nude shade with warm undertones, and can be applied as a sheer wash or built up into a more intense look.

UOMA BADASS ICON MATTE LIPSTICK IN TRACY This sensual, silky lipstick drenches skin with moisture while providing a soft matte finish.

NARS AUDACIOUS LIPSTICK IN BARBARAThis semi-matte lipstick delivers an effortless swipe of pigment on lips, without drying them. Opt for Barbara for a muted beige with pinky undertones.

ESTÉE LAUDER PURE COLOUR ENVY MATTE SCULPTING LIPSTICK IN RAW EDGEEstée Lauder’s Pure Colour Envy Matte in Raw Edge is the a sophisticated dark reddy brown hue that envelops lips in a cocoon of moisture. Sublime.

MAC LIPSTICK IN WHIRL, If you’re looking for a medium-toned, warm brown, Whirl is your shade. Plus, even though it’s a straight up matte finish, the formula still feels creamy and comfortable.

PAT MCGRATH LABS MATTETRANCE LIPSTICK IN 1995 While the shade is more of a lighter beige, 1995 is versatile enough to work on a range of skin tones and the non-drying but opaque coverage lasts and lasts.

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FOR DARK TONES

BEAUTY QUESTIONS AND ANSWER

JENNIFER OSEH TAJE PRISCILLA PREST

JACKIE AINATSHAKKY

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tip for getting this luscious look is exfoliating your lips before putting on the lipstick. The nude lips look very hot with little make up on. Tip for fair complexion girls is make sure to add a little bit of colour to your face, like coloured eye shadows and fairly strong contours, so that you don’t look washed out. TSHAKKY

ORANGE LIPSThough orange may seem a bit strong in colour, in the recent past, the orange colour lipstick has been unprecedentedly on rise in the fashion world. Many top celebrities have been

Knowing how and which lipstick to use can

dramatically change your overall look. If you are

running short of time and you just want to look fresh

and good, a careful and right way of using lipstick can do wonders for you.

Here are a few simple tips and ideas on how to

choose the right lipstick for you. The colour of lipstick

for your skin type and makeup and the latest lipstick fashion trends.

Even with the lockdown making most of us suffer from cabin fever, the good thing is that it has made us explore

things we would otherwise not have planned to do. Here are some answers to some of your lingering beauty questions.

RED LIPSRed lipsticks have always been girl’s favourite choice. It suits all skin tone and goes with all outfits. It also goes for all occasion. When wearing bold colours like red for lips, make it the focal point and keep your makeup simple. JENNIFER

OSEH

PURPLE LIPSThe purple lipsticks colour comes in different shades so you have to be very careful while choosing the right shade that goes with your face and makeup. It is a hard colour and for same reason, many girls are afraid to try purple lips. But yet you can get elegant as well as funky from purple lipstick. Also, your hair shade adds to the glamorous look. TAJE PRISCILLA PREST

NUDE LIPSNude lips are women’s safest choice. They are easy to wear and easy to pull off and yet gives very sizzling looks. That is one of the reasons nude lipsticks have never run out of fashion and it is celebrities’ favourite choice. The best

spotted with orange lips. It is very trendy these days. Orange lipsticks are recommended to be worn with fresh face and less of makeup to give a stunning look. JACKIE AINA

How can I prevent my face from sweating under my cloth face mask? For starters, leave the skin that’s covered by the mask bare. Keep makeup to a minimum on the rest of your face and use a setting spray to prevent it from moving. Another trick: Stash a clean powder puff in a plastic baggie and use it to dab away perspiration. Don’t forget to wash it every night with a gentle cleanser too.

In what order should I apply my skin care?1. Cleanser: Prep skin for the rest of your

routine.2. Toner: Remove dirt and more. Pick one for

your specific needs.3. Serum: A concentrated formula, it works

best on bare skin.4. Moisturizer: It hydrates while sealing in

serum.5. Eye Cream: Prime

the eye area for makeup.

6. SPF: It’s most effective when it isn’t covered up.

Between working from home and the hot weather, I haven’t touched my foundation. What can I do with it before it expires? Two ingenious hacks, combine a dime- size amount of foundation with two drops of facial oil to make a tinted moisturizer. For the neck down, mix one part foundation with two parts body lotion and a pinch of crushed powder highlighter.

My fragrance fades so quickly. How can I make it last longer?I learnt this trick from perfume experts:

Apply unscented lotion or Vaseline on the areas you’re going to spritz. When you spray your fragrance, it’ll help the scent stick to skin so it lingers for hours.

How do I prevent my makeup from melting off in the heat?It’s all about how you start and end your makeup application. makeup artist After moisturizing, apply a thin layer of oil-free primer, followed by makeup, then

a spritz of a matte setting spray. If you need to absorb oil mid-day, touch up with pressed powder. It’s a savior.

Can you recommend a new product that will cover my under-eye circles? I’ve tried everything?we’re loving YSL Beauty’s new click-pen concealer, which instantly brightens the eye area while using hyaluronic acid and caffeine to improve the skin’s texture. Select a shade slightly lighter than your skin tone for luminous results. To prevent cakiness, apply one layer, then use a fingertip to tap it into the skin.

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