Capturing subtle flash backs of the rhythmic Zaouli mask dancing and jubilant western circus cultures, Ivorian brand Loza Maleomhbo's spring summer 15 collection still has us feeling bold and adventurous. What we loved most? The delicately chosen tones and...
ZINKATA DAILY: Look Book
It is the season to be in FIA!!
The internet has been abuzz with very positive feedback with regards Cutting edge Label, FIA'S new lookbook! Such a delightful line-up of truly gorgeous designs! I can't wait to have them available for all my die-hard FIA fans in store. I shall be sharing all the...
The Friday Column: Orange Culture
This week's feature is on Orange Culture;  a global fashion brand originating from Lagos, Nigeria. Orange Culture has made huge strides both locally and internationally in such a short time span.With a loyal following of ardent fashion forward males  to the pages of...
Seven times a lady!!! The Ladymaker’s first look-book
The Ladymaker is back with their debut collection!! A seamless fusion of gorgeous prints and classic designs, we love every single piece! From gorgeous maxi's with detachable capes to military styled circle dresses, the new label schools us on restrained lady-like...
Meena Launches Ochiaga at Poosh Lagos
Yesterday, one of my favourite designers and really good friend Uju Offiah (Creative Director of Meena), launched her new collection at Poosh; a beautiful luxury retail space located in Victoria Island, Lagos. You can read more on  Meena's collection called Ochiaga:...
OCHIAGHA: Meena’s SS’16 Lookbook
Last year, I had an insightful conversation with the Creative Director of  Meena, Uju Offiah. We discussed The Lagos Fashion and Design Week and her collection. Uju took me on a spectacular journey of her fabric design framework; she created prints using the  NSIBIDI...
OUR TOP 10 FIA MOMENTS
Does anyone remember FIA's (Trio design label)debut look-book.. It was featured on here and got quite a huge positive response from you all; Please click on this link if you missed it:QUA IBOE BY FIA They (FIA)have grown so fast in such a short while.. to become...
WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A FASHION CONSULTANT IN LAGOS
I work as a  Fashion Consultant.. This for me, sort of spans through being a: Stylist (Personal/Editorial and Advertorial Stylist), Retailer (Zinkata), Consultant/Creative Director for companies and design houses and running and contributing to this website...
ABSOLUTE MUST HAVES!! “QUA IBOE BY FIA”
We are more than a little obsessed with the new collection by the ready to wear design trio Funke, Ijeoma and Abi. (FIA). They are officially on our "ones to watch out for radar". Their pieces bring a renewed freshness to the scene, with daring silhouettes and a bold...
ZINKATA STOCKS YOUR FAVORITE NIGERIAN BRANDS
A major part of Zinkata's mission statement is  to "stock unique/individual fashion pieces sourced from all over the world".. Expanding on this concept : We are  now stocking Nigerian Brands!! Currently, we stock 4 Nigerian brands, each bringing it's special brand and...
OFFICIAL LOOK BOOK PHOTOS
Hello beautiful people !!! How is everyone counting down to christmas?? I am in super manic mode.. So much has been happening in the Zinkata headquarters..hahah.. I can only imagine the flurry of activities at yours as well.. I have a christmas shopping event coming...
Sneak Peek.. New Photos!
Pretty Soon ….my Fabulous Zinkata readers.. you will be inundated with gorgeous images.. The lookbook is almost ready!!!  Powede Lawrence (the model) is so darling as well..It was a really fun and easy shoot!!! All the pieces are really special.. (Scout's...