Oluchi Orlandi
first burst onto limelight when she won the “Face of Africa” contest
back in 1998. In an interview with Vogue at the just concluded Lagos Fashion And design Week and said the following about Nigerian women:-
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On the difference and similarities between Nigerian women and New York City Women:
“The
style of New Yorkers and Nigerians couldn’t be more different. New
Yorkers are effortless and cool, while the Nigerian woman is more
feminine and embellished. However, we all wear the same accessories:
Hermès, Chanel, Céline, Saint Laurent, Givenchy.”
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On how and where the fashionable Nigerian woman shops:
“She
does it all! The retail experience is changing in Nigeria, so most of
the international designs are either purchased online at a retail
outlet. Others shop at the luxury concept fashion store Alara or Temple
Muse. And for a range of designs made in their native country, Nigerian
women shop at Grey Velvet.”
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On the Nigerian woman’s beauty essentials:
Nigerian
women are impeccably presented always, and hardly ever caught
off-guard. Perfectly created hair wigs are trendy at the moment, as most
women are growing out their natural hair. So a weekly or biweekly spa
regimen and hair therapy at Natures Gentle Touch salon in Victoria
Island, Lagos, is a must. Makeup is huge in Lagos and everyone has a
makeup artist. You do not have to be famous to have a makeup artist
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On how we dress to weddings:
“Our
clothes are mostly customized with authentic local fabrics like aso-oke
and lace. These are always elaborate and glamorous. Apart from the
actual outfit, which is usually made from exquisite embroideries, we
would usually wear a head wrap and lots of jewelry. Gowns from brands
like Valentino are now being worn to traditional events, as they fit the
aesthetic of our clothes. The shoes and other accessories tend to be
from top international brands.”
True or not?
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