Fashion
Pyjamas photo shoot in vogue this Christmas
Seeing a family picture hanging on the wall or sitting comfortably on the shelf is a satisfying feature in every home.
Some families mostly take pictures during weddings, family gatherings and sometimes during Christmas. There is mostly an outfit to match in these pictures depending on the occasion.
The trend of today’s families is having a pyjamas photo shoot. Families wear matching pyjamas and go to the photo studio, stand under their Christmas tree or use an important part of their room for their photo shoot.
Pyjamas photo shoot is mostly done during Christmas because that is the period where most family members reunite.
Some families usually wear pyjamas with Christmas illustrations. Pyjamas pictures can be taken anytime of the day though pyjamas are worn at night and the sole motive is to have a perfect family picture following the pyjamas trend to plant beautiful family memories.
Family pyjamas pictures in the 60s ,70s and 80s were used as adverts for clothing shops. The trend took over social media in 2013 when Dean and Kim Holderness and their two children wore pyjamas on Christmas in their viral YouTube video with the hashtag #XMASJAMMIES. The video reached about 18 million views around the world and the family pyjamas tradition became a holiday trend.
By Josephine Nyorkor Ntreh
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
