LAGOS WEEKENDS.
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Long time, no weekend bits post!
Blame it on my ATL trip and the funk I was in when I got back but I finally went back to the lagos “event hopping” lifestyle the other-other weekend (really late post) and realized again, how much it actually is a waste of money for me going to some of these events because it’s basically just people standing around in circles. But I guess networking has it gains right? Even if I don’t actually do any networking.
Anyways! It didn’t get to me much because I met Deola of omogemura at the first event I went to and hopped into her car to get around with her (Saved on cab fare. haha)
My first event for the day was fellow Fashion Blogger, Desiree of Desiree Iyama design label launch at meidei. There was so much buzz about it and I just had to go show support. I think it’s amazing and really inspiring seeing young people follow their dreams and start something they are proud of.
I went with my friend Banke and we both didn’t take any pictures of the event at all (or the next event either). We basically didn’t take any pictures at all. *sigh* Thankfully, Desiree sent me these ones.
I LOVE her bag collection! They are so lovely and I really wouldn’t mind owning one soon. Her pieces were nice as well and reasonably priced. You can check them out at desireeiyama.com.
I got to see Bella again, and I spied a couple of other bloggers who were doing low key *side eye* or maybe they are just introverted like me *side eye again*
We went to the Genevieve summer party next at the Fahrenheit loft. I was really hyped about this one because I missed out on the last year’s edition (I complained bitterly about it in this post) and I heard it was really fun. Well, this one wasn’t or maybe I’m just not cut out for this life. Lol.
The DJ was soo good though! I think it was Dj Sose, playing jamz after jamz after jamz! I met Beauty of fashionistabybuiti at the event and she was so nice!
I finally rounded up the day at art gallery Re.Le (I did a “sort of’ review of the gallery here) for an exhibition of drawings by “Austin Uzor”.
I appreciate art but honestly, I think it can be a bit of a bore going to art galleries, because you basically go through the place in a few minutes. Asides from looking at how talented some people just are, one other reason I like going to art galleries is because of the space itself – the white walls and general aesthetic. It usually makes for a good cool kid type shot! (Picture above) hehe
So quick question guys!
What type of events do you like attending?
Art exhibitions, poetry/book readings, store launches?
If you’re in Lagos and get up and about, what do you honestly think about most Lagos fashion events?
As always, leave me your thoughts please and let’s connect!
The drawings look so beautiful. I've never been to an art gallery. Looks like that has to change.
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I know right? He is woo good! Some people just have awesome talents sha.
Oh yes you should, at least once.
You look good in that outfit!
Lemme go check out Desiree Iyama
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Ah the outfit isn't even full sef. Lool thank you! Maybe I should have also made this a style post like I wanted to initially.
lol at the side-eyeing.Hopefully when I see you for the first time I won't do low-key side-eye because I'm introverted like that.
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Lolol. I guess it's understandable actually, I can relate being an introvert myself.
Lol @side eye. Sometimes, I just don't know how to walk up to someone to say hi because I'm not sure about the kind of reaction I will get. It happens.
I share your thoughts on the art gallery though I get lost in thoughts marvelling at how talented one can be. It's like another world entirely.
BTW, Lagos fashion events are almost of the same concepts and can be boring sometimes plus you get to see the same circle of people over and over and over again. Wheeeew.
You should totally take me on one of these your plenty flexing.
I love your look!
Lol I understand. Mine isn't about the reaction, it's more of just being shy but sometimes I just brave it and go over.
I totally agree with you! The same set of people everywhere. In fact I met a free of the people I saw at the Genevieve launch, at the art exhibition too.
Oya come na! If you drive, even better lool
Lol I second Ollie, sometimes the reaction is why I don't walk up to people but I'll start damning it. And yess I'd like to join in on these many events you go to too hehe. Btw Desire Iyama's bags are so lovely! xx
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How about just curling up with wifi and a book. Or movies. That's my kind of weekend. Many times I'll be screaming that I don't have anywhere to go. And then when these typa stuff come up, I chicken out.
This is why I don't meet people and nobody knows me! Sigh.
I don't mind that type of weekend too ohh, or just hanging out with bae. But when you don't have a 9 – 5 job like me and you stay at home all day during the weekdays, you'll definitely want to get out when the weekend rolls over.
Haha exactly! I always complain and chicken out when there's something to do lool
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I know you Ellapinkette! Lol.
I'm such a couch potato as well, but once in a while it's great to hang out. I totally get you on art galleries!! After lookinbg at the pictures (some of which you don't even get, you're like "ehen!, what next?".
The items look so cool. I'm so proud of people following their dreams. keeps me so inspired these days!
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I don't mind that type of weekend too ohh, or just hanging out with bae. But when you don't have a 9 – 5 job like me and you stay at home all day during the weekdays, you'll definitely want to get out when the weekend rolls over.
*Hello*….
Dropped by to see your beautiful face. (Winks)
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If the DJ is fire, what more do you need to call a party fun? (maybe food + drinks)
LOL maybe you just weren't in the mood to go out.
Looks like a fun day 😛
It was boring in the sense of people just standing around, no one was even dancing sef so it wasn't like everyone was grooving to the music.
i'm officially a fan!!!!!
Sounds like a really fun weekend. Desiree's bags are really nice. Yeah, I get what you mean about the art galleries. I like them but it doesn't take that long for me to look at the art. Maybe I'm just doing it wrong lol. Great post. xx
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All i see is flat belly ! I want!!! LOL.
I love your necklace! It's the most beautiful thing ever… I've been thinking about getting a choker, but I don't like the common tattoo choker that everyone wears (and my parents are definitely not going to accept it). But otherwise, I think it's the most beautiful thing. I'd like to visit Re.Le art gallery too very soon.
I love the picture of you at the gallery.
Hanhan see abs!!!! Your body is fire!!! Please we want a style post ooo so we can drool over that hot bod abeg. Btw you need to start taking me with you to all these wakabout ooo.
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The bags look exactly like Jakar Lagos bags though. Side eye.
*Le sigh* I miss Lagos.
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