Ladybrille®Magazine » Shopping http://www.ladybrillemag.com #1 Africa Fashion & Entertainment Site for the West | Ladybrillemag.com Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:10:05 +0000 en hourly 1 Ladybrillemag.com Says Shop Mo-Saique Shoes by German-Ghanaian Afua Dabanka! http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/08/ladybrillemag-com-says-shop-mo-saique-shoes-by-german-ghanaian-afua-dabanka.html http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/08/ladybrillemag-com-says-shop-mo-saique-shoes-by-german-ghanaian-afua-dabanka.html#comments Tue, 16 Aug 2011 15:13:21 +0000 Ladybrille Magazine http://www.ladybrillemag.com/?p=21057 [...]]]> We are loving the designs of German-Ghanaian-British Afua Dabanka, daughter of Ghanaian parents. The UK based designer makes shoes that make us go “gaga” over them. Meet Afua in her bio below and then go shopping after that!

“My pulse literally starts racing when I see (and, yes, eventually buy!) yet another fabulous heel”, the London based shoe designer Afua Dabanka comments.

Born in Germany to Ghanaian parents, Afua Dabanka’s life leading up to the creation of MO SAÏQUE took a totally different path. Hers is a story of banker turned shoe designer. After several years in Banking and Financial Services, Afua Dabanka decided to pursue her dream and turn her obsession with shoes into reality at the London College of Fashion. It was there that she discovered her creative prowess to design, culminating to MO SAÏQUE debut in 2011.

Her advice? It is never too late to follow your dreams!

The MO SAÏQUE signature aesthetic is simplicity and luxury, with an edge of confidence.
Afua draws creative inspiration for her shoe designs from the extraordinary interplay of her unique background and style savvy fashion sense. She adapts Germany’s classic silhouettes and fuses these seamlessly with the bold colour palette and rich culture of Ghana.

A champion of pure luxury and quality, each shoe is handmade in Italy.

A personal touch is the Fern (“Aya”), an Adinkra symbol of Ghana etched on the sole of each shoe. The symbol stands for endurance and resourcefulness, which emphasises the aura and personality of every MO SAÏQUE woman.



Now, go, go SHOP ladies!

]]> http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/08/ladybrillemag-com-says-shop-mo-saique-shoes-by-german-ghanaian-afua-dabanka.html/feed 0 Shopping and Goodies: The Summer Begins Edition http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/06/shopping-and-goodies-the-summer-begins-edition.html http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/06/shopping-and-goodies-the-summer-begins-edition.html#comments Wed, 08 Jun 2011 17:52:19 +0000 Ladybrille Magazine http://www.ladybrillemag.com/?p=20649 [...]]]> A Few Goody Gumdrops is giving away an Anti Aging Skincare Set from Rodan + Fields! Enter to win!
Handbag du Jour’s haute bag of the week is the Cleobella Cantina Mini Crossbody Bag!
RedPoppy Fashion loves these fashion forward summer swimsuits to keep you looking fab all summer long!!
Shopping and Info shares Gwen Stefani’s Christian Louboutin Peep Toe Slingbacks. Love the red sole!
The Curvy Fashionista shares Vogue Italia’s Belle Vere Plus Size Fashion Shoot featuring Tara Lynn, Candice Huffine, Robyn Lawley, and Marquita Pring!
The Fashion Buzz checks out the latest Limited Edition Fetival Collection at Miss Selfridge Glastonbury, here we come!
The Well-Heeled Society introduces you to the chicest way to pack your pumps for a summer getaway!
TheFind is giving you a chance to win a $500 shopping spree from the new Boy Meets Girl® Summer2011 collection!
What’s Haute can’t believe Hermes is selling a $345 T-shirt when you can get a Hanes look-alike for $13!

]]> http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/06/shopping-and-goodies-the-summer-begins-edition.html/feed 0 Africa’s Sexy Swimwear Brands http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/05/africa%e2%80%99s-sexy-swimwear-brands.html http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/05/africa%e2%80%99s-sexy-swimwear-brands.html#comments Sun, 29 May 2011 18:02:18 +0000 Ladybrille Magazine http://www.ladybrillemag.com/?p=20285 [...]]]> This summer, we expect a  wide range of swimwear styles and sizes offered to you our Ladybrille readers. What will you be wearing? Here are a few list of some of Africa’s sexy swimwear labels ready to add to your choices.

Aya Morrison
Retail Price: $92-120
Shop Online: shop.ayamorrison.com
Location: New York, USA

Lalesso
Retail Price: £40 to 110
Shop Online: Lalesso.com
Location: South Africa, Kenya, UK


Dax Martin
Retail Price: Range of $100 and up
Shop Online: Dax Martin
Phone: 031-2058635
21 Eaton Road, Durban, South Africa
Location: South Africa


Bantu Wax
Retail: $270-$325
Shop Online: The Corner; Revolve Clothing
Location: USA


Port Swimwear
Shop: Contact Ruald Rheeder @ 021 465 0488 or ruald@maze.co.za;
Also available at YDE in V&A Waterfront, Century City, Eastgate, Menlyn and Sandton.
Location: South Africa

]]> http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/05/africa%e2%80%99s-sexy-swimwear-brands.html/feed 0 Africa Style NOW: Sophie Theallet African Inspired Ballet Shoes for Nine West http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/05/africa-style-now-sophie-theallet-african-inspired-ballet-shoes-for-nine-west.html http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/05/africa-style-now-sophie-theallet-african-inspired-ballet-shoes-for-nine-west.html#comments Thu, 05 May 2011 16:04:16 +0000 Ladybrille Magazine http://www.ladybrillemag.com/?p=19673 Ladies, spice up your summer with this cute African Inspired ballerina shoes available at Nine West. The shoes are designed by Sophie Theallet and make for perfect parings with fun, flirty, summer dresses.

Retail Price: $79.00

]]> http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/05/africa-style-now-sophie-theallet-african-inspired-ballet-shoes-for-nine-west.html/feed 0 Shopping and Goodies:The Mother’s Day Edition http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/05/shopping-and-goodiesthe-mothers-day-edition.html http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/05/shopping-and-goodiesthe-mothers-day-edition.html#comments Thu, 05 May 2011 03:36:34 +0000 Ladybrille Magazine http://www.ladybrillemag.com/?p=19858 [...]]]> What will you get for your mom this Mother’s Day celebration? If your mom is as brilliant as we believe she is, then you should check out some few options from our Shopping & Goodies friends. If your mom loves music as much as we do here at Ladybrille, then consider purchasing tickets for a nice one-on-one time with mom at the Nneka Live Unplugged Concert in New York or DC. Whatever route you choose, don’t be late on the planning for mother’s day! Happy shopping!

A Few Goody Gumdrops is so excited! We’re giving away an a.b. Ellie silk, organza and crystal sash! Great for the bride to be, too!
Fashion Hippo asks…want to know what the best shoe store online is? We found 12 best shoe stores that will keep your feet happy.
Shopping and Info helps you select the best Mother of the Bride dresses for this season!
The Fashion Buzz checks out the key summer wardrobe essentials for 2011
TheFind is giving away a $250 gift certificate from Thomas Laine for you to indulge Mom this Mother’s Day with a carefully curated piece to add a touch of personal glamour.
What’s Haute is giving you the chance to win this Barr + Barr Zippered Satchel!
Images courtesy Fashion Hippo, Shopping and Info, and Fashion Buzz
]]> http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/05/shopping-and-goodiesthe-mothers-day-edition.html/feed 0 Shopping and Goodies: The Royal Treatment for Your Skin Edition http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/04/shopping-and-goodies-the-royal-treatment-for-your-skin-edition.html http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/04/shopping-and-goodies-the-royal-treatment-for-your-skin-edition.html#comments Wed, 27 Apr 2011 16:55:28 +0000 Ladybrille Magazine http://www.ladybrillemag.com/?p=19563 [...]]]> It is Royal Wedding time and a highlight from Style Maven is, you don’t have to be a royal princess to get the royal treatment for your skin. Check out all the other goodies from some of our media friends.

A Few Goody Gumdrops reviews Christian Francis Roth’s Sixties Inspired Collection!
Handbag du Jour is giving away this haute red colorblock ‘Kristina’ hobo from Free Endearment!
Shopping and Info is giving away a Vkoo Cashmere Drape Vest. Enter to win!
StyleMaven says you don’t have to be a princess to get the royal treatment for your skin, enter for a chance to win a Rodan + Fields ANTI-AGE Regimen worth $334, a system using patent-pending technology to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and enlarged pores.
The Fashion Buzz checks out some of the best Floral wide legged trousers and palazzo pants for summer 2011
The Well-Heeled Society reviews a great way to cook up a bright Mother’s Day!
TheFind is getting the candy-colored denim trend on lock this summer summer with the bold, statement-making colors of J Brand’s 811 Mid-Rise Skinny Jeans.
What’s Haute features 12 of the hottest yellow nail polishes for Spring

]]> http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/04/shopping-and-goodies-the-royal-treatment-for-your-skin-edition.html/feed 0 Shopping and Goodies: The Handbags Edition http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/04/shopping-and-goodies-the-handbags-edition.html http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/04/shopping-and-goodies-the-handbags-edition.html#comments Thu, 21 Apr 2011 15:21:04 +0000 Ladybrille Magazine http://www.ladybrillemag.com/?p=19289 [...]]]>
A Few Goody Gumdrops is so taken with RAOUL’S Capsule Collection on Shopbop!
Fashion Hippo covets 5 spring handbags styles in 2011.
Handbag du Jour can’t wait for Coach to reissue 5 of its iconic leather bags this summer!
RedPoppy loves the superbly cool CHANEL LEGO lipstick broochby Dee and Ricky…
Shopping and Info tells you how to own the Proenza Schouler PS11 Python Bag!
StyleMaven is jetsetting to the Cote d’Azure in the shoes of her dreams Theodora & Callum’s Biarritz LinenWedges – an eclectic mix of bold printed linen and sexy ankle wrap.
The Fashion Buzz checks out the amazing Warehouse Floral Shift Dresses plus lots more flattering styles in botanical prints
The Well-Heeled Society is giving you a chance to win a copy of Maria Menounos’ new book The EveryGirl’s Guide To Life!
TheFind is pairing pastels with nude this spring with five lust-worthy pieces to indulge your inner pastel princess.
What’s Haute is excited that Matthew Williamson for Impulse is now available at Macy’s!

Images from What’s Haute, Red Poppy, and Handbag du Jour

]]> http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/04/shopping-and-goodies-the-handbags-edition.html/feed 0 Shopping and Goodies: The Fashion Summer Blues Edition http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/04/shopping-and-goodies-the-fashion-summer-blues-edition.html http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/04/shopping-and-goodies-the-fashion-summer-blues-edition.html#comments Thu, 14 Apr 2011 01:03:02 +0000 Ladybrille Magazine http://www.ladybrillemag.com/?p=18983 [...]]]> A Few Goody Gumdrops We just love Ray Ban Aviator Sunglasses and they continue to be a reasonbaly priced staple!
Fashion Hippo loves rain boots so much more when it is Hunter Wellingtons Sale. And look at these prices.
Handbag du Jour’s pick for haute bag of the week is this rainbow Fendi Zucca laminated canvas ‘Roll’ tote
RedPoppy Fashion has the Summer Blues, and you’ll want them too!
Shopping and Info chooses the 5 best sweaters for Spring!
The Curvy Fashionista Cruzes as Chevy ‘s Fashion Cruzearati to San Francisco featuring plus size designer Igigi!
The Well-Heeled Society demands that when it comes to your spring footwear, Choos to be FABULOUS!
What’s Haute is giving away BB Dakota Southard Trench from Excess Baggage!
TheFind is lovin’ Burberry Beauty’s Spring 2011 Collection Is Pretty In Pinks & Nudes
The Fashion Buzz shares her favourite piece of clothing with Victoria Beckham, Check it out in her post My favourite sheath dresses

Photocredit: Blog Find

]]> http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/04/shopping-and-goodies-the-fashion-summer-blues-edition.html/feed 0 Shopping and Goodies: The Stylish Edition http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/03/shopping-and-goodies-the-stylish-edition.html http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/03/shopping-and-goodies-the-stylish-edition.html#comments Thu, 10 Mar 2011 00:36:47 +0000 Ladybrille Magazine http://www.ladybrillemag.com/?p=17971 [...]]]>
A Few Goody Gumdrops goes to the opera in Jimmy Choo’s latest Opera Sandals with bright lilac polish on her toes!
Fashion Hippo perused the top shape up shoes reviews to bring you the stylish of the shape ups.
Handbag du Jour is excited for Joy Gryson’s luxury handbag line – Capsule by Joy Gryson!
Ladybrillemag.com Honors Supermodel IMAN as Woman of the Month!
StyleMaven can’t wait to pair the Chloé Aurore Leather Tote with breezy chambray shirt dresses this spring.
The Bare Skinny wants to know. Will you wear the questionable flatforms this spring?
The Fashion Buzz gets ready for SS11 and shows how you can Dress For Less – Designer Looks at High Street Prices
The Well-Heeled Society is loving how Givenchy’s snakeskin and studs sandal makes for quite the statement.
TheFind gets red carpet ready with the Adrianna Papell for E! collection for those of us who don’t have a celebrity-sized budget, but still want to look like a princess when the occasion calls for it!
What’s Haute is giving away a complete regimen of skincare products from Specific Beauty!

~Photocredit: A Few Goody Gumdrops

]]> http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/03/shopping-and-goodies-the-stylish-edition.html/feed 0 Shopping and Goodies: Fashion Week Review, HTC HD7 Phone Giveaway http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/02/shopping-and-goodies-fashion-week-review-htc-hd7-phone-giveaway.html http://www.ladybrillemag.com/2011/02/shopping-and-goodies-fashion-week-review-htc-hd7-phone-giveaway.html#comments Wed, 23 Feb 2011 19:03:24 +0000 Ladybrille Magazine http://www.ladybrillemag.com/?p=17656 [...]]]> A Few Goody Gumdrops loves the neutral palette from Doo.Ri and Nars 2011 Collection!

Fashion Hippo swoons over the wide leg trousers 2011 spring trend seen on the runway.

Handbag du Jour has the runway roundup: check out the bags at Marc by Marc Jacobs Fall/Winter 2011!

RedPoppy Fashion is absolutely besotted with Burberry Prorsum’s Fall 2011 collection!

The Curvy Fashionista spends a day as the Fashion Cruzearati with Althea Harper as she prepares for her Fall 2011 Fashion Presentation for NYFW!

The Fashion Buzz expresses its online lust for Modcloth with some amazing clothes for sickeningly stylish girls.

The Well-Heeled Society shows how everything is blossoming in shoes for spring!

TheFind shows you how to achieve the stunning Navy and Gold eye makeup look shown on the runway of Jason Wu’s Fall 2011 RTW collection.

What’s Haute is giving away a brand-new HTC HD7 Windows Mobile Phone valued at $499!

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