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FUNKE OSAE-BROWN Meeting her for the first time, Florence Olumodimu comes across easily as an intelligent, elegant woman. Our path crossed a few weeks ago. I took interest in her immediately because she has a remarkable idea she is selling to Nigerians, an App called BarFinder. Her idea sounds unusual…
Make a bold fashion statement with this green and red-striped Gucci-logo belt. It is the ideal piece for adding the label’s iconic stripe and logo to your look. Made in Italy, the piece features premium brown-leather trim and matching suede lining for a luxurious finish. Available at: www.brownsfashion.com Price: N64,…
Foremost French footwear and fashion designer, Christian Louboutin, has opened a new bag line for charity. The Christian Louboutin tote bags have been designed in support of La Maison Rose, a charity that provides homes and vocational training for vulnerable young Senegalese women. Depicting West African arts and crafts, the…
Emirates is now ready to increase its free baggage allowance for customers travelling on all its flights originating from destinations across the continent. Starting from 15 April 2016, all Emirates customers travelling in any of the airline’s three cabin classes on outbound African flights will benefit from the increase…
Her voice on Radio One is endearing as the host of an eponymous talk show, ‘Nightline with Funke Treasure’. Beyond radio, FUNKE TREASURE DURODOLA has shown another side to her creativity with her debut novel, ‘Memories of Grandma’. In this interview, she tells LARA OLADUNNI about her life growing with…
This colour-pop Petite Sylvie bag is part of Paula Cademartori’s Resort 2016 ‘Heritage’ collection. It’s crafted from blush-pink leather, and detailed with purple, lemon and blue patent-leather panels and signature silver-tone metal hardware. Use it to store daytime essentials and carry across the body to invigorate laid-back looks. Why not…
The late afternoon sun dapples the gardens at The Wheatbaker, Ikoyi, Lagos Nigeria, the scent of Bougainvillea perfuming the urbane driveway. Abisoye Balogun, cocktail mixologist was seated at the lobby awaiting my arrival. We exchanged pleasantries as I engaged her on the art of mixing cocktails and creating tasty…
A broadcaster and lover of classical music, NKANU EGBE, is very versed in classical compositions. In this interview, he tells FUNKE OSAE-BROWN, how he acquired a lofty taste for music. His Surulere home was not difficult to locate. We had had a brief chat a couple of months ago about…
Afolabi Oke is the convener of the upcoming, Runway Jazz Show at the Eko Hotel & Suites. In this interview, he tells TLR about his life and why he has chosen to organise an event of that magnitude. Excerpt: Can you tell us more about yourself? I started my company…
ISABELLA AKINSEYE is making a strong mark with her passion for the literary world In this interview she tells BEATRICE ISOLA about her new TV show, Africana Literati. Excerpt: What is your show about? It is called Africana Literati with the tag line, “Love Africa, Read Africa.” So far as…
Crafted from brass, this sophisticated pendant makes a wonderful contemporary centrepiece for the home. Why not get one today? Available at: www.conranshop.co.uk Price: N134, 564.87 (£465)…
Stand out of the crowd with this striking textured Bear Paw ring made of 18ct gold ring and encrusted with sapphire, pink sapphire, amethyst, ruby, rhodolite and lolite. Available at: www.venyxworld.com price: N1, 621, 408.49 (£5,600)…
This Wildfox Twiggy Frame Sunglasses feature a super round frame inspired by our favourite 60’s babe. In Sahara, an opaque purple coloured top half with a translucent yellow bottom, they will satisfy your inner supermodel and add a touch of retro style to any outfit. It will add a 1960s…
Inspired by timepieces of the 1970s and integrating from the outset, precious materials such as gold diamonds and ornamental rocks. This elegant watch is a classic timepiece with a diamond-surround steel dial and yellow gold strap. It is also available in pink gold Available at: www.dior.com Price: N5, 715, 510.09…
FUNKE OSAE-BROWN Perhaps the drops of rain falling outside The Wheatbaker, Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria knew something unusual was about to berth that Tuesday morning. It was the media unveiling of a joint exhibition by Raqib Bashorun and Chika Idu curated by Sandra Obiago and Oliver Enwonwu. As I walked into…
‘The Quest For The Gem Of Arubia’, the highly anticipated children’s fantasy book by top movie critic, entertainment lawyer and lead Film Adaptation campaigner in Nigeria, Augusta M. Okon will officially be released on April 28th 2016 at the Goethe Institut, Lagos, Nigeria. The book which tackles issues faced…
These earrings by Viviane Debbas will surely add an interesting drama to your look. Mounted on 18ct gold, these sculptural pendant earrings are set with rubies and diamonds. Available at: www.vivianedebbas.com. Price: N2, 983, 016.85 (£10,400)…
These colourful bottles will surely add glamour to your home. Kjell Engmann’s glass creations are reminiscent of the colours of a rainbow after a monsoon. The designer made these shimmering mouth blown vases for Kosta Boda, a Swedish glass manufacturer. Available at: www.artedona.com Prices from N 41, 157.49 (from £144)…
Add a touch of glamour to your living area with this pulsating Juju armchair that comes from the Sushi collection, designed by Edward van Vliet. It is also available in a blue and pink. Why not change your home look with this beautiful chair? Available at: www.moroso.co.uk Price: N672, 018.18…
One of the world’s cocktail capitals, Cape Town, will welcome a globally acclaimed bartender, Vítězslav Cirok from the Czech Republic, this month to create a cocktail that captures the essence of the city and one of Africa’s most iconic urban resorts, One&Only Cape Town. Cape Town was recognised as…
