Journal
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The Best Places for Brunch in the UK with the Girls in 2024
Brunch With The Girls About To Be Lit We're deep into 2024 (girl, how is it only March?) and one of the most enjoyable times of the year is coming...
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The Western Corset Design and its Cross-Over with African Fashion
The debate over the corset's role and impact throughout history is multifaceted, reflecting deeper societal attitudes towards gender, fashion, and body image. The corset was not only a garment for...
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Attending a Nigerian Baby Naming Ceremony: Your Ultimate Guide on What To Wear, Gifts, and Expectations
What to Wear to a Nigerian Baby Naming Ceremony? So one of your new friends has just invited you to his/her baby naming ceremony for their newborn, and you are...
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Traditional clothing of the African Diaspora: the Surinamese Koto
Celebrating the rich history of African culture and its pervasive influence on the African diaspora, it's fascinating to delve into how historical movements have carried the essence of African heritage...
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Spotlight on African Print Fashion: Transforming Iro and Buba with Gele into Modern Styles
Paying Homage to the Iro and Buba with Gele Style At River & Mara, we're pioneering a revolution in African print fashion, transcending the conventional Iro and Buba with Gele...
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Balancing Career and Family Life as a Black Woman
Navigating the tightrope between a buzzing career and a nurturing home life is not for the fainthearted. Especially for us black women, this balancing act takes on a few additional...
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Discover the Vibrant Heart of Nigeria: 5 Top Reasons and Places to Visit In Lagos This Summer
Nigeria, often celebrated as the "Giant of Africa," offers a rich cultural heritage, bustling urban life, and stunning natural beauty, despite facing economic challenges. While Nigeria is endowed with numerous...
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How to Incorporate African Prints into Your Everyday Wardrobe!
I think you can agree with me that African prints are gorgeous and I might be a little biased, but I believe that the right African piece can be incorporated in everyday life. So, let's get into a...
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African Fashion Trends for 2024
We're deep into 2024 (it's just February) and so it's time to highlight some of the African Fashion Trends of 2024. We're seeing an exciting blend of traditional and modern...
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What to Wear to an African Wedding
Your ultimate guide to finding the perfect African wedding outfit for guests Are you gearing up for an African wedding? Well, you're in for a treat of colours, culture, and amazing...
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How to Wear African Print; Tradition Meets Modern Designs
Ready to dive into the world of African print? African print fashion is a vibrant mix of colours, patterns, and culture that knows no bounds. This isn’t just about wearing...
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The Rise of African Print in Global Fashion
In recent years, we've seen how African print has taken the global fashion scene by storm - and we're so excited! It’s like watching a piece of our heritage and...