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Love at first sight: The bride met her groom on her first day at work and they are happily married
We are fascinated by the love story between the bride and the groom.
Albert and his girlfriend Maame tied the knots over the weekend in a star-studded event amid the coronavirus pandemic.
The adorable couple wore matching green kente fabric for the traditional wedding.
The bride stole our heart with her stunning kente dress and simple makeup and elegant hairstyle.
The traditional wedding was followed by a court wedding where the bride and the groom were captured signing their marriage certificate.
What’s fascinating is the love story behind the two.
In a post, the bride explained how she met her husband and we couldn’t wait to share.
“Walking into the Stanbic banking hall on the 15th of June 2015 as a new intern, never did I expect to leave with a husband. My mum told me to speak things into existence and the first day I met Albert. I just called my best friend and told her “I HAVE SEEN MY HUSBAND “(little did I know he really was my husband). I met him on the first day I went to work in the bank. I named him “fine boy “because I didn’t know his name but my heart always skipped a beat when he passed by. He later asked for my name and made it a habit of inviting me for lunch anytime it was lunch time. I always looked forward to eating with him even though it meant I have to be a lady about it. Just 6 months after dating he asked to meet my parents. I always told him the day I would be proposed to I would want it on the skybar so I will feel close to the sky and on top of the world. I love Albert’s attention to detail.
He proposed on the rooftop of Suncity apartment with all the most magical things I would want the candles, roses and the biggest rock I had seen. He always told me he was going to marry me in 2020 though I thought it was far… Here we are 5 years down the line truly marrying in 2020,” the bride shared.
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Haircut making waves in the fashion world
In recent times both young and older women are seen ‘rocking’ short hairs contrary to the olden days, where hair cut was relatively associated with men.
It is a known fact that women are gradually moving away from permed hair, wigs, braids which they use to beautify themselves.
According to oral history, when Ewe older women kept short hair, they were mostly referred to a ‘Daavi’ which literary means sister because the hair cut makes them look younger.
Haircuts among women dates back to the 1980s, as Akan traditional queens were mostly seen in low haircuts with black thick dye known as ‘dansinkran’ which had been in existence for decades.
Most young girls who attended government Senior High Schools (SHS) dream of braiding their hair after completion with some refusing to cut their hair in their final term in school but unfortunately the trend has changed with them hoping to style their haircuts with colourful dyes and curls.
Cutting of hair by women do not come easy. Some had to cut for various reasons including health, profession (enlisting in the security service), fashion, breakup or traumatic experiences, hair loss, weak tips.
In this 21st century, women are in competition with men when it comes to haircut as barbers now say most of their clients that troop to the salon for haircuts are young and older women.
In an interview with The Spectator, Kofi Mensah, a barber at the Kwame Nkrumah Interchange (Circle), explained that, most haircut lovers especially women love to have their hair trimmed because of personal style. They prefer to express themselves through different haircut styles.
“Some women prefer haircut because it reflects their personality. They express themselves through different haircut styles whether they are calm, happy or moody,” he stated.
Speaking to some haircut lovers, Ms Shine emphasised that she loves to have her hair trimmed because as compared to braiding, barbering one’s hair saves lot of money and time.
“Having my hair trimmed helps me to get ready for work early without wasting time on styling and detangling my hair,” she said.
Another haircut lover, Ms Mabel, also said she loves to trim her hair as it makes her look much younger and beautiful.
“Haircut boosts my self-esteem and make me look more attractive, young and beautiful.”
Haircuts are still making waves in the fashion world and has come to stay.
By Mercy Adjeley Sowah
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Check skirts and trousers perfect outfit for work
Check skirts and trousers are a versatile and stylish option for office wear, offering a refreshing alternative to solid-coloured pants.
Check skirts and trousers are now getting a modern makeover in the fashion world offering a loving, relaxed and comfortable vibe.
Popular checked trousers styles include subtle checks, classic plaid, and modern grid designs.
Subtle checks feature small, muted patterns ideal for formal meetings, while classic plaid offers traditional Scottish-inspired designs for a timeless look.
Modern grid patterns make a bold statement with geometric designs.
For fabric and colour options, a wool or cotton blends is the best option for comfort and durability.
Earthy tones such as brown, gray, navy, and beige are suitable for most office settings, while bold colours like burgundy, blue, and green can add a pop of personality.
By incorporating check skirts and trousers into one’s office wardrobe, one adds visual interest and personality to their outfits while maintaining professionalism.
By Elizabeth Agyeibea Ackon
