Stylenspire: made to measure

With the turn of the season, fair weather and blossoms inspire us to see newness in everything all around us. Hence, seeking the new in self and style is a sure thing for us world wide wonders. Perhaps, it is a season to take a different approach to seeking our higher self and also how we acquire our fashion. 

Through a decade's experience of custom-tailoring special occasion clothes for women, the trend of bespoke tailored everyday fashion has finally caught on and I thought to share some of my current creations with you.

Be stylenspired to add uniquely tailored custom pieces to your wardrobe. Imagine that you have the say so in all aspects, from the fabrics you use, to how each design is tailored just for you.

Enjoy!

Outfit deets:
Bespoke Tailored by me - (1)Water Color Charmeuse with Sequined Tulle overlay midi skirt
(2) Camouflage Charmeuse with Camouflage Tulle overlay midi skirt
(3) Ankara skirt with Mesh overlay
(4) Ankara off-the-shoulder jumpsuit
Styled with - BCBG Maxazria LIZA knit tank +
BCBG Maxazria EVE top in DUSTY OLIVE +
LYDELL NYC statement necklace +
Juicy Couture mixed metal & rhinestone necklace +
H&M cropped denim jacket +
THEORY blazer

Stylenspiration: "Stylenspired with you in mind - custom tailored just for you."Y.S

Stlyenspire: dress revival

A few months back, I had the opportunity to design and style for a Charity 'Murder Mystery Dinner' event sponsored by Honor Without End, Inc - a not-for-profit organization. 

I was offered to showcase some of my bespoke designs and have recently decided to share how I styled them with you.

As is my norm when it comes to designing, the traditional Nigerian/African fabrics were infused with Western elements of fashion to create the style art I wanted. My models were 'girl-next-door' young ladies and it was such a joy to work with them on this night. They each had their unique personality, owned each style and brought to life the mantra "there is no passion to be found playing small…" Enjoy!

 

Yours truly... 

Outfit deets: Elie Tahari Teal Zip-Back Jacket // LaROK Cropped Sequin Jacket // Express Mesh Tank Tops (teal and maroon) // BCBG Maxazria Satin Peplum Jacket // Shoes (each model's own) // Everything else designed by me with Swiss Voile Lace/Ankara/Batik/Mesh/Satin Fabrics

Photos: joyfully by Renita Hills

Models: Jocelyn + Celina + Amanda + Cassaundra + T'Amara  

Style Artist: Self