Fashion

Denim for Every Body Type: Tips and Tricks.

Published

5 months ago

16 April 2025

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Denim is a fashion statement that can not be overlooked. It’s a versatile and timeless fashion piece that can be found in literally every wardrobe around the world. It is so versatile that there is denim for every occasion. Whether it is a distressed jacket, a mini skirt or a maxi skirt, there is always denim for every occasion.

All these notwithstanding, despite the popularity of denims, it is quite a daunting experience trying to get one that suits your body type. What fits one might not look good on the other as no two bodies are the same.

Understand Your Body Type.

To be able to style your denims to perfection, it is important to know your body type. Body types are categorized into:

Hourglass: this is a body type with balanced bust and hips with a defined waist.

Pear (Triangle): Here, the hips are wider than the shoulders and the body weight is carried in the lower half.

Apple (Inverted Triangle): this body type has broader upper body with narrower hips.

Rectangle: here the bust, waist, and hips are fairly the same measurement. It has fewer curves and is also known as the athletic body type.

Plus-size: this body type has fuller figures across various proportions.

Denim for Each Body Type

There are denims that are cut out for and suit every body type. They include:

1. Hourglass Shape

The goal here is to accentuate your narrow waist and maintain balance between your hips and bust.

You should wear:

High-rise jeans: These hug your waist and define your shape.

Bootcut and flared jeans: These mirror your curves and elongate your legs.

Stretch denim: this offers support and flexibility.

You should avoid extremely low-rise jeans that cut off your curves and shorten the legs and baggy or shapeless jeans that hide your defined waist.

You can also tuck in your top or wear crop tops to emphasize your waistline.

denim for hour glass

2. Pear Shape

The goal is to strike a balance on your body by drawing attention upward and elongating your legs.

You should wear:

Straight-leg jeans: this creates a silhouette that complements your curves without exaggerating them.

Dark washes: it slims the lower half and creates a more balanced look.

Mid to high-rise fits: this supports the hips and snatches the waist gently.

Wide-leg jeans: Help even out the top and bot

You should avoid skinny jeans with light washes or fading on the thighs, which can make hips appear wider and low-rise cuts as they sit uncomfortably on the hip.

You can pair jeans with eye-catching tops to draw the eye upward.

3. Apple Shape

The goal is to define the waist, create curves in the lower body, and balance broader shoulders.

You should wear:

High-rise or mid-rise straight-leg jeans: this offers tummy control

Flared or bootcut styles Adds volume to the lower body and balances out broad shoulders.

Wide waistbands or tummy-control panels provide extra support.

Ensure to avoid low-rise jeans that accentuate the midsection and overly tight skinny jeans without stretch, as they emphasize the midriff area.

4. Rectangle/Athletic Shape

The goal is to create curves and highlight toned legs and arms.

You should wear:

Skinny jeans as they hug your body and highlight your shape.

Distressed or embellished denim: they add dimension and the illusion of curves.

Low-rise or mid-rise styles: they create more shape around the hips.

You should avoid baggy or shapeless jeans that can make you look boxy and very high-waisted styles that might flatten your butt.

Bella Okagbue Clean London Look

Published

11 hours ago

18 September 2025

Favor Oroso

The reality TV star Bella brought attention her way in London with her recent post. Amongst all her current uploads, this particular outfit became the highlight, and it tells us one thing; her style is a style worth noting.

She captioned it her “era of no excuses,” and the confidence in the appearance reflected it. She styled herself in a long sleeved blue denim top pairing it with a short denim skirt that showcased her radiant complexion.

Bella Okagbue

To complement the look, she chose black pointed-toe heels. Her accessories were also part of what made everything more beautiful. The red handbag she carried added a pop of colour. Her braid was perfectly done while her make-up remained subtly glam.

Her relaxed posture gave the image the right energy. The tall green vase behind her added a subtle splash of colour to the frame.

We are still amazed at how she turned the simple denim pieces into something timeless. The well-thought-pieces, red handbag, the confident posture all came together to create something modern, stylish, and memorable.

Bella Okagbue has reminded us she’s back and ready to serve notable fashion moments. Ultimately, this this tells us that with the right styling, even a simple outfit can make a lasting impression.

Fashion

Sharon Ooja Channels Everyday Mood in a Chic Mini Dress

Published

11 hours ago

18 September 2025

Favor Oroso

Few embody elegance as naturally as Sharon Ooja. The Nollywood star has a knack for blending bold style choices while maintaining elegance.

In her latest Instagram post, she showed us that you can mix bold colors and still look chic.

Sharon Ooja

She wore a multicolored mini dress that could not be missed. The leaf print combined green, purple, blue, and pink, and the dress fit her just perfectly. She paired it with green open-toe heels that had subtle sparkles. The look struck the right balance without feeling overdone.

Her curly afro brought her features beautifully. Her make-up was soft and minimal. She carried the look with ease, reflecting her comfort in fashion. Every bit of the dress, from the choice of colors and style felt well thought-out.

The post caught interest not just because of the dress, but how she owned it. She posed on the staircase with striking presence. Her caption says, “elegance is my everyday mood,” it actually made sense because she looked the part.

What makes this post unique is how she spotlighted the Nigerian fashion designers, celebrating the talents behind the creation of her dress.

This is a timely reminder that when it comes to styling well, Nigeria’s fashion designers never disappoint. She didn’t just show off her outfit, the honor she gave to the creativity of her country which added even more impact to the look.

Models

5 of Damilola Bolarinde Best Looks

Published

3 days ago

15 September 2025

Virtuous Ezebunwa

Damilola Bolarinde, a stunning Nigerian model who has made waves in the beauty pageant scene. As a professional fashion and commercial model, trained cosmetologist, actress, and passionate youth advocate, she has showcased her versatility and talent on various platforms. As a fashion icon, there’s nothing basic about her style. Damilola has that rare gift: she doesn’t just follow trends—she set the trend. Here are 5 of her best look:

‎Beaded short dress

Damilola’s beaded dress

Damilola stunned in a custom-made evening gown for the commencement of the Miss Universe Nigeria 2025 contest. Here, she is wearing a sleeveless, high-neck, silver-toned mini dress with beaded design on the bodice and a ruffled hemline featuring soft feather details on it with gave it a playful edge. She finishes this look with strappy silver heels and jewelry. Her makeup and her well-laid ponytail elevated this look.

Out of the box look

Damilola Bolarinde

With Damilola, each look will always leave you imagining what the next one brings. Here, she’s wearing a long-sleeved cropped lime green jacket with openings at the front revealing her midriff and a form-fitting layered fringe skirt in green and blue embedded with beading embroidery. She bodied this look for her birthday photoshoot.

The Red Carpet Look

Damilola Bolarinde

If there’s one thing Damilola knows, it’s how to own a red carpet. She exudes confidence as she rocks this dress to the tea party organized by Miss Universe Nigeria. This outfit is a light blue strapless mini-dress with ruched bodice and a dramatic flowing train. It features large detachable puff sleeves reaching the elbows. The dress is made of a satin and taffeta-like material giving it a lustrous finish. This look is complemented by her silver platform heel, her statement silver neck piece and her light blue purse. The fitted, strapless design showcased her flawless skin and her soft poise.

Corporate chic in tweed

Damilola Bolarinde in corporate tweed attire.

This makes a cool and soft statement for that CEO meeting where you decide to show up and show off. This look features a pink and white checkered tweed A-line mini-dress with a structured silhouette. The dress is adorned with gold buttons down the front with functional pockets, each with a flap for a more elegant and corporate feel. She finishes this look with a white pointed toe heel.

Chic mini-dress

Damilola Bolarinde

This outfit features a soft peach mini-dress, which accentuates her curve, with little ruffles at the hem, thin straps, and a floaty tulle hem, paired with white pointed toe heels creating a more defined structure to her long legs. She accessorised with pearl drop earrings and a bracelet.
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Damilola Bolarinde’s impressive portfolio showcases her stunning looks, captivating stage presence, and dedication to her craft. She’s more than just a model who runs the runway. She’s a style icon to look out for.