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The Brooch is Back: New Ways to Style It. 

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Dating back to the Victorian era, the brooch has long been a symbol of vintage elegance. But today, this timeless accessory is making a striking comeback—reclaiming its place in the modern fashion scene. No longer reserved for formal occasions or vintage-inspired ensembles, the brooch has evolved into a bold style statement. It seamlessly accents contemporary looks with flair and personality.

 

Brooches dates back into the ancient times where it was used as a means of closure for garments and fasteners for garments. They were originally simple metal pins solely made to hold clothes together. The brooch, however, continued to evolve and by the Victorian era, it had become a fashion accessory that symbolized elegance and luxury. Brooches in this era were made with precious gemstones, intricate enamel and elaborate designs. However, in the 20th century, the popularity of the brooch started to wane. This was following the surge of minimalist fashion accessories like necklaces, scarves, earrings and so on. 

 

Brooches found its way back to the fashion scene in the 2010s.A growing love for vintage vibes and the rise of bold, maximalist style gave this classic accessory a stylish revival. Designers and fashion stylists began to reinvent brooches to suit modern fashion using unconventional colours, bold and playful designs and unexpected materials. The brooch has now become a symbol of personal fashion and expression. 

Some new ways to style the brooch include: 

Layered with Other Accessories

 

One of the easiest and most stylish ways to style brooches is to layer it with other accessories. Pairing it with items like scarves or minimalist necklaces can instantly add texture and dimension to your look.

For example, a collection of smaller brooches can be grouped together on a jacket or coat, creating a striking statement. Mixing brooches of different shapes, sizes, and materials adds a personalized touch to any outfit and can make even the simplest looks feel more elevated.

Read Also: Stephanie Coker, The Indisputable Queen of Gold Hairstyles.

Pinned to a Hat

brooch on hat

 

 

Brooches have always been a popular accessory for hats, and this trend is making a comeback in a big way. Whether it’s a wide-brimmed fedora, a beret, or a casual beanie, a brooch can instantly transform a simple hat into a standout accessory. Pinning a brooch to a hat can also be a fun way to experiment with bold designs, 

The Brooch on Jacket

A tailored jacket is a wardrobe staple that can be transformed with the addition of statement brooches. Pinning a brooch to the collar of a jacket  adds sophistication and makes the outfit feel more personalized. For a modern twist, opt for oversized or sculptural brooches that stand out against the structure of the blazer. This look works well with both professional outfits and casual wear. 

Brooch Added to Hair Accessories

Brooches can also be repurposed as hair accessories, adding a touch of elegance to hairstyles. Attaching a brooch to a hairpin, headband, or even a braid can make your hair look more styled and polished. This works especially well for updos or vintage-inspired hairstyles, where the brooch can be used as a statement accessory to complement the overall look.  Whether it’s a delicate flower brooch or a bold design, using brooch as a hair accessory allows for creative expression. 

 

You can now see that brooches are so versatile and can be styled in numerous ways. The brooch is back to stay so whether you’re looking to make a bold fashion statement or simply add a touch of elegance to your outfit, the brooch is an accessory that you may want to try. 

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Celebrities Are Quietly Bringing Capri Pants Back

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Capri pants are officially back, and it’s not just a passing trend. With stars like Priscilla Ojo and Mide Iwasokun wearing them lately, it’s clear this look is here to stay. They are making it look so stylish that its becoming hard to ignore.

The interesting thing about this comeback is how deliberate it feels. These are not accidental styling choices. Every woman rocking capris right now is doing it with full confidence, and each look is proving exactly why this trend deserves attention.

Priscilla Ojo

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Priscilla wore a white halter-neck blouse with a high neckline, asymmetrical drape, and a delicate black lace hem. She paired it with high-waisted, fitted black capri pants featuring matching black lace trim at the bottom cuffs. Her hair was done in a smooth high updo with two soft, wavy tendrils framing the face. Her accessories included a metallic blue mini top-handle clutch, minimalist silver pieces, including a watch, a thin bracelet, and small stud earrings. For footwear, she wore white thong-style heeled sandals with a distinctive square toe.

Oyin Edogi

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Oyin wore a black fitted, long-sleeved button-up cardigan cropped slightly above the waist, paired with high-waisted white capri-length pants. She styled her outfit with a black Chanel-style flap bag with a gold chain strap, a necklace and stud earrings. She completed the look with white minimalist heeled slide sandals with a thin strap design.

Mercy Eke

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Mercy opted for a cream-colored blouse featuring small black polka dots, styled with a high neckline and dramatic, draped dolman sleeves. She paired it with matching cream and black polka-dot capri pants with a tailored, form-fitting silhouette. Her hair was worn in a full shoulder-length blowout with a clean middle part and soft, face-framing layers. Her accessories consisted of a bright red leather handbag, oversized black sunglasses, and stacked bracelets on both wrists. Mercy’s shoes were red patent leather open-toe slide sandals with a distinct strap design.

Dede Ashiogwu

Photo: Instagram/Dedeashiogwu

Dede went with an all-black monochrome look in a cropped black jacket with wide sleeves and a high collar, worn open over a simple black bralette. She layered it with high-waisted, form-fitting black capri leggings with a simple sheen. Her hair was styled in dark long curls with a clean middle part. For accessories, she carried a black top-handle handbag and wore a gold pendant necklace and sparkling drop earrings. Her shoes were black pointed-toe stiletto heels adorned with a silver crystal bow embellishment on the toe.

Bella Okagbue

Photo: Instagram/@Bellaokagbue

Bella chose a red, strapless bandeau top with a slightly flared peplum silhouette. On the bottom, she wore high-waisted form-fitting capri leggings with a bold leopard print. Her hair was styled in a short bone-straight black bob parted cleanly down the center. Bella accessorized with a matching leopard-print silk headscarf tied neatly around her head, a red quilted leather flap bag featuring a woven chain strap, long dangling gold drop earrings and a chunky gold cuff bracelet on her wrist.

Frances Theodore

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Frances chose a light pink and white gingham halter-style tank top, worn over high-waisted, fitted white capri pants that sat just below the knee. Her hair was kept in long, full dark waves styled with a deep side part. For accessories, she kept things minimal with a hot pink textured envelope clutch bag, layered gold necklaces, drop earrings, and bracelets. She completed the look with white pointed-toe stiletto pumps with silver ankle chains.

Mide Iwasokun

Photo: Instagram/@Mideiwasokun

Mide wore a simple white tank top with thick shoulder straps. She paired it with high-waisted, fitted red and white gingham checkered capri pants with small side slits at the hem. Her hair was styled in a high curly ponytail pulling the hair back away from the face. She complemented her outfit with a bright red Chanel flap handbag featuring a gold chain interwoven shoulder strap.

Capri pants are having a major comeback, and they’re certainly here to stay. Whether you prefer a bold leopard print or a sleek black pair. Nigerian celebrities have definitely embraced the trend, proving that capris belong in every wardrobe right now.

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Tamunosoye Karibi George Wins Miss World Nigeria 2026

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Tamunosoye Karibi-George just officially became the new Miss World Nigeria, and Bayelsa State has every reason to celebrate.

The 26-year-old was crowned at the grand finale held at Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos, on Saturday night, June 6, 2026. She surpassed 19 other finalists to win the title. Although she represented Bayelsa State in the competition, Karibi-George is originally from Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

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The pageant, organised by the Silverbird Group, started with 37 contestants from different states. They went through a week-long camp that consisted of leadership training and community engagement activities, which also counted toward judging. The field eventually narrowed to 20 finalists. This year’s competition theme was “Pride, Power, and Purpose.”

Silverbird Group founder and former senator representing bayelsa east Ben Murray-Bruce broke the news on Sunday via a post on X, congratulating Karibi-George and highlighting her work outside of pageantry. He wrote: “WE HAVE A QUEEN! A new chapter begins. Please join us in celebrating TAMUNOSOYE KARIBI-GEORGE, representing Bayelsa State, as the newly crowned Miss World Nigeria 2026! More than a queen, Tamunosoye is a passionate advocate for change.

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Through her initiative, Beyond Labels, she champions inclusion, dignity, and empowerment for children with special needs, creating safe spaces where every child is encouraged to dream boldly and realise that their circumstances do not define their future.”

Karibi-George takes over from Joy Raimi, who held the Miss World Nigeria 2025 title and represented Nigeria at the 72nd Miss World pageant in Hyderabad, India. Raimi finished in the Top 20 overall and was among the Top 5 contestants from Africa.

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Karibi-George will now represent Nigeria at the 73rd Miss World Festival in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from August 9 to September 5, 2026.

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Oleku Is Back and Better, But with a Fresh Twist

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The Oleku style is making its way into the spotlight but with a redefined twist. The classic Nigerian short wrapper style is back, from Lagos parties to celebrity photo shoots, the oleku is everywhere again. The women bringing it back are not playing it safe at all.

Mercy Aigbe

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Mercy Aigbe wore a two-piece dress in black and burgundy damask brocade with intricate swirls, featuring wide, flared sleeves and an asymmetrical mini hemline detailed with metallic gold fringe. She accessorized with a sculptural gele crafted from the same damask fabric, round retro-style sunglasses, a metallic gold chain necklace and a small rectangular red micro bag. The outfit was paired with red strappy high-heeled sandals.

Nelly Mbonu

Photo: Instagram/Nellymbonu

Nelly Mbonu wore a fitted lace two-piece dress featuring three-quarter sleeves and a floor-length side train, crafted from an intricate overlay lace woven in sky blue and silver threads. Her accessories included a gele made from a cerulean blue fabric, a matching blue ipele draped over her right arm in silver floral print, a filigree gold pendant with matching drop earrings. For footwear, she wore classic white pointed-toe pumps.

Kiekie

Photo: Instagram/Kiekie

Kiekie wore a high-low two-piece from  Accost Collection, her brand in jacquard with an intricate pattern in blue, magenta and red, with puff sleeves and a pleated short side train. She styled the look with a large, multi-layered gele crafted from the same jacquard fabric, traditional layered coral bead necklaces from Ordawyse Jewels and matching bracelets. She completed the look with dark cat-eye sunglasses and a cherry red quilted leather bag. She wore turquoise satin pointed-toe pumps.

Simi Dapson 

Photo: Instagram/Simisanya

Simi Dapson stepped out in a gold two-piece adorned with sequins, beads, and intricate embroidery, featuring sheer long sleeves and a draped detail extending from the hip. She accessorized with a gele in a muted champagne tone adorned with dark embroidery, a bold necklace and matching drop earrings, and a rectangular clutch fully covered in sparkling red sequins. She wore open-toe high-heeled shoes.

Bimbo Ademoye 

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Bimbo Ademoye  wore a metallic silver co-ord set trimmed with deep red ostrich feathers, styled with a red metallic gele, gold earrings, necklace and complemented by red strappy heels.

Hilda Baci

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Hilda Baci wore a lace embroidered top, ruched pink mini skirt, a bow-tied pink gele, a silver mini bag and embellished kitten heels.

Bose Ogulu 

Photo: Instagram/Boseogulu

Bose Ogulu, Burna Boy’s mother and manager, wore a neon green lace crochet blouse with wide, bell-shaped sleeves and a high-waisted mini skirt in green-and-gold brocade. She styled it with a gele in matching green-and-gold fabric, a gold necklace, drop earrings, and metallic clutch.

These women are not just revisiting an old trend. They are reshaping it through redefined fabric choices and better styling. The oleku is no longer just for owambe. It has moved into broader fashion dialogue, and these looks shows its continued relevance.

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