Laura Ikeji stepped out in a black and white polka dot suit for the launch of the HNK Interiors Content House in Lekki, Lagos, and made sure everyone knew where her pictures were taken. “These re all content spaces @hnk_interiors content house lekki,” she wrote in her post.

She wore a long tailored black blazer from Julyet Peters, made with bold, mismatched white polka dots and finished with a crisp white satin tuxedo lapel. The jacket was styled open over a plunging black bralette, paired with high-waisted wide-leg trousers in the same oversized polka dot print. Her hair was styled in a side-parted honey-blonde bob, with matte makeup done in neutral tones.

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Laura accessorized with retro, thick-rimmed angular black cat-eye sunglasses and a black quilted leather Medium Lady Dior Bag with its signature Cannage stitching and metallic charms. She finished off her look with black pointed-toe pumps.

A highlight of the suit is the uneven placement of the oversized polka dots, which gives the classic print a fresh feel. While such a bold pattern can easily look overwhelming, the strong shoulders and wide-leg trousers keep the outfit looking sharp and put together.

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A few weeks back, Laura kept things low-key in a striped shirt and ripped jeans, red hair down, paired with the same Dior bag. But this time, the entrepreneur went for something fashion-forward.

Not every outfit needs extra details to get noticed. Veekee James proves that with her latest look, which is all about shape and fit. The blouse adds volume to the upper body, while the waist is pulled in to create a more defined shape. She pairs it with wide-leg black trousers that balance everything out, making the outfit feel well put together from top to bottom.

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She wore the Neptunes Female Clothing pleated organza blouse with bold fuchsia, rose, and white vertical stripes. The high neckline and sculptural fan-like sleeves give the top its striking shape, while a pink rope belt cinches the waist before flowing into a peplum finish. She paired it with slim-fitting, floor-skimming black wide-leg trousers from Shop Esnow, allowing the clean lines below to balance the volume of the blouse.

Veekee styled her hair in long honey-blonde waves with a centre part by Adefunkeee, while Onyx Mua kept her makeup warm and fresh. Her accessories stayed within the outfit’s colour story instead of competing with it. The hot pink textured Luxe Xtra clutch picked up the pink tones in the blouse, while the chunky gold teardrop earrings and wide metallic cuff bracelet added warmth that worked well with the outfit. Black pointed-toe heels completed her look.

Photo: Lyons Studio

Earlier this month, Veekee James spoke openly about being selective with the clients she chooses to work with, saying she prioritises the right fit over financial gain. The look comes at a time when she continues to present a clear and confident personal style, with structured pieces remaining a consistent part of her wardrobe.

Just months after welcoming her daughter, Eliana, in May, Veekee has been gradually returning to public appearances in looks that reflect the style she is known for. This outfit is another example of how she uses shape, fit and proportion to create a look that feels fresh and balanced.

Nelly Mbonu picked butter yellow trousers for her latest look, and it’s a colour that can be tricky to style for daytime looks. She paired it with a polka-dot blazer and sharp accessories to keep the outfit from feeling too simple.

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She wore a beige blazer in a black polka-dot print, sleeves rolled up to the elbows. Beneath the unbuttoned blazer, she wore a black cropped bralette with a sheer mesh panel down the center. Her top was paired with high-waisted, wide-leg trousers in a pale yellow hue, with warm tones instead of strong contrast.

Her accessories included a navy blue, quilted leather flap handbag and a pair of thick, black-rimmed cat-eye glasses. For jewellery, she chose drop earrings featuring tiered white pearl clusters, along with a chunky gold bracelet on her left wrist. She rounded off her outfit with silver peep-toe wedges peeking out beneath the long trousers.

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The butter yellow trousers were paired with a tailored blazer and finished off with sharp glasses and a boxy bag, working to lift the look and ensuring the outfit didn’t feel too casual. Her recent dinner gown took the complete opposite approach. The one-shoulder cream and rust tie-dye gown that hugged the body from the chest to the ankle had no layering.

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The styling on this outfit and a smooth updo were the only elements that completed the look and brought the outfit to life. One relies on multiple pieces to build the outfit while the other relies on a single, body-hugging gown to carry out the look. Both outfits show that she can choose the styling approach based on the occasion rather than a consistent styling method.