Grounded Narratives

The 2016 AMVCA's took place this past weekend in Lagos, Nigeria and I will confess that this is the first time I am featuring an African red carpet style post on the blog. There's a first time for everything, right? Among my favourites were the assortment of colours of men's blazers from pink, red, blue, mustard and there was a yellow suit that brightened up my day! For the ladies, I wanted to see some out of the box gowns i.e. ankara designs that were different or gowns with a bit more detail than you would usually see on a red carpet. I spotted a pink trouser suit that sang to me and a few black gowns that were accessorized just right. Below are my favourite red carpet outfits from this year's Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards. Do share yours in the comments below. Photo Credits: 1 Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Hire Me | Shop

Alicia Vikander  The Oscars is one of the most looked forward to event in Hollywood and I will confess, I look forward to the red carpet slightly more than seeing who won what. This year, I found myself drawn to bold colours like cobalt blue, sapphire, yellow and red. I loved the edgy feel of Kerry Washington's gown (who doesn't love a little leather especially when it is unexpected on a red carpet). Apart from the colours, it was interesting to see an interpretation of the ruffles trend which is having a moment right now. It was refreshing to see men not sticking to the norm of black tuxedos. White and blue really caught my eye. Who were your best dressed at this year's Oscars? Do share in the comments below. Happy new month! Photo Credits: 1 , 2 Kerry Washington Charlize Theron Brie Larson Liz Hernandez Reese Witherspoon Chrissy Tiegen Common Michael Strahan Sam Smith Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Hire Me | Shop

Amber Riley can not only sing but she has proven time and again that she is a fashionista in her own right. I love that she is a curvy girl who isn't afraid to play with trends. When I saw her in the full maxi skirt above, I thought, a full skirt on a curvier girl, definitely yes! In an effort to delve deeper into Ms Riley's style choices, I took to the internet and I loved what I found. She mixes it up in loose, flowing fabrics as well as close fitting ones. She interprets trends to suit her body type and I like that many of her outfits can be easily replicated on a daily basis. Enjoy the photos and let me know which outfits are your favourites in the comments below. Photo Credits: 1 , 2 Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Hire Me | Shop