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In this month love, DaViva is offering a special Teddy bear made of its exquisite fabrics to customers who make any purchase above N30, 000. This is in a bid to appreciate its customer this love season. With this innovation, DaViva has taken the concept of African print further…
This Miu Miu 08RS is a new addition to Noir. Noir’s iconic ultra-light metal frame with hexagonal rivets tightened by hand, and acetate temple tips are present. The round silhouette is also made from the finest acetate. But this is altered slightly so the metallic light gold micro crystals…
LARA OLADUNNI You can take advantage of Adron Homes & Properties Limited promo on all land purchases this Valentine Season. You can be a land owner without stress if you buy land at any of their estates located across Lagos and Ogun states at 15% discount. Fola Abiodun Abiloye, general…
These elegant cufflinks feature a sapphire crystal disc set in crystallised white. It comes in crystallized gold with a sapphire crystal disc. Available at: www.martinkatz.com. Price: N 1, 022, 618.97 (£3,600)…
BEATRICE ISOLA Her post on Facebook a couple of weeks ago would surely strike a chord in a creative mind. Proudly displayed on her wall were pictures of a beautifully decorated candy cart at the 76th birthday celebration of famous business mogul, Rasaq Okoya. Morenike Gbadamosi, the daughter of foremost…
FUNKE OSAE-BROWN Driving into the beautiful courtyard of Primal Hotel located on Isaac John Street leads me into the world of a luxuriating hospitality. Call it a boutique hotel for corporates and you won’t be wrong. It is a hotel where you get fully wrapped in the arms of comfort…
This rolling trunk is made of leather and twill with nickel hardware. The retractable top handle and two-wheel construction make it a smooth way to travel. The spirit of classic exploration and the efficiency of modern adventure are united under one, impressive silhouette in this travel suitcase. This leather…
Coscharis Motors, the official dealers of Jaguar Land Rover in Nigeria has announced their new Jaguar Land Rover Approved vehicle division and they are offering customers a class leading 2 years or 50,000km warranty, whichever comes first, in addition to other packages for purchases from now till March 08, 2016.…
This raffish multi-coloured belt by Anderson is trimmed with robust leather and will add sophisticated flair to pared-back palettes. It is exquisitely crafted belts. Available at www.mrporter.com Price: N19, 928.40 (£70)…
FUNKE OSAE-BROWN The warm February breeze swept across the large Admiralty Road, Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria, as I brought the car to a halt in front of the Prest Boat House. I walked briskly to the Lagoon front. As expected, the show was under way. The red carpet rolled out. The…
Premiere Records, one of the foremost recording companies in Nigeria, has released a single done by Pa Chris Ajilo featuring Banky W and the new sensation making waves in the saxophone space, Korede Sax. The single was released exclusively on MTN Music+ on the 15th of February 2016, serving as…
World–acclaimed Broadway musical, ‘Sister Act’, is billed for Nigeria later this year and will parade an all-Nigerian cast, Soji Akinkugbe, the show organiser and managing director of Colours in Africa, has announced in a statement. According to Akinkugbe, ‘Sister Act’ is one of the most successful musical theatre productions of…
It was a night to celebrate the best of Nigerian culture last week Friday at the Airforce Mess, Kofo Abayomi, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria. It was the Lions Club Cultural Day. In celebration of the 21st All Africa Conference Multiple District 404, International Association of Lions Club Nigeria, Da Viva…
This petite dress by Shola Couturier is made with classic Ankara fabric and it comes embellished with colourful beads neatly arranged on the neckline. The Swarovski on it makes it a stunning outfit and a great way to wear the African print differently. Available in store at: Shola Couturier, 60…
Title: The Familiar Stranger and Other Stories Author: Frederick Mordi Publisher: New Africa Book Publishers Pages: 135 Reviewer: Funke Osae-Brown Literature, the arts generally, has always been known as an endeavour that speaks in many voices. And contemporary African literature cannot be well understood and appreciated as an isolated expression.…
Embrace bohemian elegance with this pendant necklace. The piece features a striking irregular-shaped pendant with faceted pink or turquoise agate stones strung on a gold-tone chain. Wear yours with the matching earrings and work it to best effect with plunging necklines. Available online at www.zazaii.com and in-store at ZAZAII, 36…
DZYN’s contrast panel maxi dress is made from a crepe mix finished with bright panels for a touch of whimsy. It’s charmingly cut V-neck and sleeves enhance the dramatic A-line silhouette. Style it for the evening with bejewelled flat sandals. Available online at www.zazaii.com and in-store at ZAZAII, 36 Balarabe…
FUNKE OSAE-BROWN The head office of Diamond Bank located on Landbridge Avenue, Oniru, Victoria Island, Lagos was enveloped in quietness on a sunny Thursday January morning. The reception area was a little busy when I arrived. The images of the past winners of the Vision of the Child (VOTC) arts…
The newly unveiled Rolls Royce Dawn at the 2015 Dubai International Motor Show comes with striking silhouette and an inviting interior billed to change ultra-luxury driving experience writes FUNKE OSAE-BROWN. Deboye loves to live the good life. He has all kind of exotic cars lined up the garage of…
FUNKE OSAE-BROWN Local tourism sector should be driven by the private sector, the director general, Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation (NTDC) Sally Mbanefo has said. Mbanefo said this at an exclusive media chat with the members of Association of Travel and Tourism Writers of Nigeria (ATTWON) on Sunday in Lagos. …
