Fashion
Golden girl, Jackie Appiah sparkles the cover of Glam Africa Magazine May edition

Jackie Appiah is gracing the cover of Glam Africa magazine special lockdown edition for May and this is ethereal.
The Glam Africa Magazine has released its lockdown special edition for May 2020 and graced its cover with a stunning look from the Ghanaian actress Jackie Appiah.
The actress decks out in an array of stunning and quite dramatic looks.
She is captured in a sparkling metallic gold dress on the front cover of the glossy magazine.
She also sports sparkling gold accoutrements ranging from a tiara meant for the queen, matching drop earrings, necklace, and bangles.
As if that wasn’t enough, the style influencer even went extreme with the second look to show her side of royalty but this time, adorning her neck with rich blue feathers and a furry crown atop her head.
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Fashion
A touch of smock to style up on Easter

Gone were the days when smock was worn only on occasions.
There was this perception that it can only be worn during engagements, weddings and festivals.
Interestingly, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Avonsige has added new touches to the smock, making it a choice for all occasions.
With the new designs, the smock comes in forms of dresses, trousers, bubu dresses and skirts.





By Linda Abrefi Wadie
Fashion
Evolution of Hair Extensions: Closures and Frontals

The hair and beauty industry has witnessed remarkable advancements over the years, with evolving trends that enhance both aesthetics and versatility.
One of the most significant transformations in hairstyling is the shift from traditional weave-on extensions to modern closures and frontals.
In the late 1990s, weave-ons were the preferred choice for women looking to add length and volume to their natural hair.
However, with contemporary innovations, closures and frontals have emerged as the new standard, providing a seamless, natural appearance while allowing for greater styling flexibility.
These hairpieces have become an essential part of hairstyling for various occasions, including weddings, parties, religious gatherings, and other social events.
Understanding Closures and Frontals serves the common purpose of enhancing hair volume and styling options while creating a natural-looking hairline.


They differ in structure, coverage, and styling versatility:
Frontals: A frontal is a hairpiece that extends from ear to ear, usually measuring 13 inches in width and 4 to 6 inches in depth.
It provides a full hairline and allows for diverse parting styles, offering the illusion of a completely natural hairline.
Frontals are typically sewn onto bundles or used to construct full wigs, allowing for maximum styling flexibility.
Closures: A closure is a smaller hairpiece, often measuring around 4×4 inches, and is placed at the crown or front section of the head. Unlike frontals, closures offer limited parting space, making them suitable for more defined and structured hairstyles.

However, closures are low-maintenance and provide a realistic finish that seamlessly blends with natural hair.
These innovative hairpieces offer a more seamless and natural look, elevating confidence and allowing for versatile styling options.
As the industry continues to evolve, closures and frontals remain a preferred choice for women seeking sophisticated, stylish, and convenient hair solutions.
By Georgina Boadiwaa Ntim