Saturday, 1 September 2012

Valentino Love: Eku Edewor

Valentino Love

Valentino Love by tope-1990 

Eku also attended the pepsi brand ambassadors party rocking these amazing Valentino sling backs.

Be rest assured that you are ready for any social occasion when you wear these Rockstud Vitello leather and patent leather classic slingback by Valentino with Platino pyramid studs and T-strap with adjustable ankle strap. They look best when used to dress up your skinny jeans or add edge to your favorite sheath dress. 


Valentino Rockstud Classic Slingback in Pink (blush)

Get it here $899

It comes in other colours

   Valentino Studded Pump in Red 






Sunday, 19 August 2012

Glamour Girl: Blake Lively


blake lively

blake lively by tope-1990 

While many know Blake Lively as upper east side's Serena Van der Woodsen on Gossip girl, we at fashion with love have identified the actress as quite the style maven, popular for her fashion style and amazing combinations, Blake Lively is one of the trendiest fresh actresses and looking at her street style, i can safely guess she will be around for a long time.

What does she wear?
Blake Lively`s street style is all about mix and matching things that a normal person wouldn`t think could go along. However, she manages to do it quite brilliantly. Besides, her wardrobe is filled with some of the most amazing high heels and Oxfords you can imagine. For instance, on one outing in in Los Angeles (far left), she mixed an embellished jacket, blue leather skirt, and yellow skin pumps to create a balance of cool and classic pieces. On another occasion (second from left), Blake paired a striped tank with a breezy mint- flower print skirt, before adding a pair of nude strappy heels—a look that mixed California-chic with boho charm. On yet another occasion (savages premier) (second from right), an amazing zuhair Muhad nude dress tapered with black in geometric patterns,  she paired it with bold red lips creating a look that was certain to catch the eye. Last, but certainly not least,  (far right) Blake layered a wine blazer with blue stripes over a plaid shirt and shorts, with a bright red-patterned tie, grey tights and Oxford shoes; infusing a preppy look with a playful touch.


How does she style it?
While Blake does play with a slew of different styles, one thing remains the same throughout every outfit: a sense of fun. Whether she adds a graphic tee, an embellished blazer, "glamour goddess" dress , or a brightly colored heel to her outfit, every ensemble she puts together has a fun twist, and as such, this “sense of fun” has become part of her signature. Another key element of Blake's style is the way she plays with patterns. she owns it in a way that makes it seem oh-so effortless.

I personally consider Blake Lively one of the best dressed in Hollywood and I believe she can easily compete with fashionable celebrities such as Victoria Beckham or Sarah Jessica Parker. We can easily say that she`s got the perfect body figure for any outfit, she seems to know how to show off her best assets, being her legs and bust and she chooses feminine outfits that expose her curvy look.

How can I make Blake’s look my own?
The key to Blakes’s look is how she mixes different pieces with each other, so rather than find you an entire outfit to make your own, select specific pieces that you can use to mix with your current wardrobe.


Glamour girl: Blake Lively

Glamour girl: Blake Lively by tope-1990 featuring high heels


Jil Sander short shorts
thecorner.com

High heels
boohoo.com

Warehouse clutch handbag
$41 - warehouse.co.uk

Marni cuff jewelry
$335 - farfetch.com

Dorothy Perkins gold jewelry
dorothyperkins.com

River Island collar necklace
$6.29 - riverisland.com




Leggings, jeans, short pants and even large summer trousers are all part of her amazing wardrobe as well as great autumn coats and short skirts. Accessories play also a very important part in Blake Lively`s street style.

Vogue September 2012

Check it out, Blake Lively Street Style! Enjoy!

blake lively, blake lively style, blake lively street style

blake lively, blake lively style, blake lively street style

blake lively, blake lively style, blake lively street style


blake lively, blake lively style, blake lively street style

blake lively, blake lively style, blake lively street style

blake lively, blake lively style, blake lively street style

blake lively, blake lively style, blake lively street style

blake lively, blake lively style, blake lively street style

blake lively, blake lively style, blake lively street style


Tuesday, 17 July 2012

Designer For a Day (would prefer forever)

I recently entered a fashion / style contest titled "Designer for a day". I was feeling very creative and instantly drawn to it because that's my dream. I have been sketching a lot and I have a lot of amazing ideas, I hope God gives me the chance to materialise them. I'm deeply into Elie Saab's creations right now, obsessed being a more accurate description. I love the simplicity, impeccable tailoring, attention to detail and minimalist approach. Its everything I aspire to be and I know I will achieve. Practice makes perfect........ will take it a day at a time.

Here are the sets I created for the competition, I hope I win ........... fingers crossed.

Sweet Dream (Elie Saab Wannabe)

Sweet Dream - (Elie Saab wannabe)


Sweet Dream - (Elie Saab wannabe) by tope-1990 featuring a NARS Cosmetics eyeshadow



A Style Story


A Style story

A Style story by tope-1990 featuring ankle strap shoes

Style Icon


Designer for a day


Designer for a day by tope-1990 featuring a sheer lace Elie Saab dress

What do you think? Click here to see more style sets I created and those created on the mini editor by visitors on my blog.

Thank you for visiting, God bless


Wednesday, 4 July 2012

What to wear: Coral Dream


Nike says, "I'm going for a dinner next week and I have a beautiful coral, pleated maxi dress but i dont know what to wear with it. I need help on color codes, shoes, purses, nail color and hairstyles too. I dont like heels so nothing too high. P.S: I want to look young and chic. thanks"

Hey Nike, I’m here to assist! For every look, I kept in mind your requests and put together elegant style sets that i'm sure you'll love.

First up is the 'Coral and Nude'. I love the coral and nude (gold) combo, it screams goddess. Its very simple, elegant and chic. Keep face fresh and bronzed with gold eyeshadow palettes and a pink rosy cheek like the model below. Slightly tousled hair is always young and sexy. You also expressed your dislike for heels so i kept it moderate with this 4" Giuseppe Zanottis.


Coral Dream


Next up, I went for a bit of color using Teal accessories and blood red nail polish. Colors are huge this season and its quite easy to co-ordinate them, especially when its done for you. Go for subtle smoky eyes and keep lips nude/natural. Went for a shorter, wavy hair cut this time; very young and sexy.


Coral Dream 3

 A bun, braid or side sweep would also be perfect for this look





Finally, I went for darker colors; 'Coral and Black'. Black goes with everything, its safe functional and edgy. Inline with that i chose a sleek bob for hairstyle and electric blue nail lacquer; keep eyes soft and pair with bold red lips.


Coral Dream 2

I hope this helped you Nike. Would you mind checking back in after the event by sending me pictures at acliquenamedt@yahoo.com showing how you interpreted this style inspiration? would love to see!

If you need more ideas, be inspired by the celebs in coral maxis






Monday, 2 July 2012

Its my birthday!!!!!!

Its my birthday!!!!!!


Thank God for life!!!!!!!! Its been a good year, many ups and downs, but an all-round good year. I just want to praise His Mighty name for keeping me till this day; its been 22 years now and I know He still has a lot more in-store for me, greater accomplishments for me, my family, my friends and well wishers. 

I dont have anything anything planned for today, honestly just want to give myself time off from work and sleep all day, but duty calls.  Anyway it goes, my heart is filled with joy and i feel (am) very blessed and grateful. I am content with the life God has given me, i wouldn't have it any other way. I love you Lord.

Hope each and everyone of you has a wonderful and fun-filled day, Love you and thank you for visiting. 
TOPE

Saturday, 30 June 2012

The Good Girl: sunday style

The Good Girl

Saw this closet flared belted dress and just had to create a set around it, its so cute and i love the turquoise color. I think I'd like to add stylist to my resume. What do you think?

Sunday, 24 June 2012

Sunday - Cancer Style

cancer

If you were born between June 22 and July 22, then you're a Cancer! and summer is our season, it's our time now. Cancers are gentle, conservative, nurturing, defensive, contemplative and we prefer traditional pieces and are attracted to monochrome colors and pastels.




 Dress- Nine West, Shoes- Nine west, Bag- Vintage

Saturday, 9 June 2012

Tribal Necklaces


For those who want to make a statement without sacrificing their comfort level, a tribal necklace is the perfect, small-scale way to top off a simple LBD or add some intrigue to your t-shirt and jeans look. It's no secret that tribal-chic is huge for Summer 2012 so some of my favorite style setters have been showing off the trend around their necks. Whether it's an oversize statement collar, layered beads, or even a single horn pendant piece,you can look to a slew of stars for styling inspiration.

You can wear a tribal necklace to add a pop of color to your outfit, Solange, used hers to amplify her outfit by picking a necklace that featured a neon hue similar to one of the colors on her printed top. 




 Rihanna and Kim used their necklaces to transform otherwise simple outfits. Rihanna layered hers over a casual white tee while kim wore hers with a tangerine top and nude blazer. The addition of these necklaces elevated their respective outfits from casual to cool, in an instant.



These necklaces were influenced by Culture from the Native African and are made from natural material such as turquoise and wood/metals to create sophisticated designs. Natural and rich of meaning are the biggest attractive points of natural tribal jewelries which turned out to be a hot fashion jewelry trend for 2012. 


 Rocking my Aldo tribal necklace

 I have a few more........










 

I love this trend so much, I started making some of my own








choker inspired by Kourtney Kardashian








For something a bit simple........