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The comfy togs 2023 collection

By Ngozi Egenuka
21 December 2023   |   7:01 pm
Just like us, have you wondered where our old clothes go when they become old-fashioned, lose quality or we just get tired of wearing them? Well, you wouldn’t be alone if you had. Some of us pass down our unwanted garments to younger siblings, donate to charity, turn the bad ones into rags or simply…

Just like us, have you wondered where our old clothes go when they become old-fashioned, lose quality or we just get tired of wearing them? Well, you wouldn’t be alone if you had. Some of us pass down our unwanted garments to younger siblings, donate to charity, turn the bad ones into rags or simply dispose of them. Research shows that a bulk of foreign-used clothes that find their way into Africa are dumped on the shorelines, consequently polluting the environment.

Not only are environments polluted by the fast fashion and one-off designs that flood the fashion industry, but they also pose a danger to humanity. It has therefore become a necessity, that the fashion industry should pay better attention to producing garments that not only suit fashion but also contribute to a greener world.

This would mean that designers would have to be intentional with textile sourcing to achieve eco-friendly materials like organic cotton and also have a cleaner production process that ensures that their waste and environmental footprints are drastically reduced.

Bstyle, a contemporary womenswear fashion brand that was established in 2019 by a Nigerian entrepreneur, Oluwabamishe Ola, has made it its mission to not only inspire confidence, celebrate femininity, and promote body positivity, but also to ensure that the designs rolled out under its name contribute greatly to the betterment of our world beyond meeting the fashion needs of women. The brand embodies innovation and sustainability and has creativity at the core of its operations.

To prove its commitment to the aforementioned mission and values, Bstyle released a new set of designs under the 2023 collection. The materials are said to have been sourced in a creative way that reduces waste, incorporating minimal cuts while keeping the fashion taste of women in mind. Without further waste of time, let us check the designs out.

This beautiful two-piece attire is not only stylish but also modest and comfortable, putting the wearer in a free state to express themselves without worries.

The top is a round-neck long-sleeved crop top. The bishop sleeves that it features are not the regular kind. This shows that a lot of work went down into the conceptual stage of this design as well as the cutting of the fabric, exhibiting a maximum level of creativity and precision. Indeed, creativity is at the core of Bstyle’s operations. The bishop sleeves feature carefully pinned areas that form consistent and impeccable diamond shapes on the sleeves. The back view of the top features a pull-through zip for easy wearing and removal.

The high waist skirt is pleated, forming gathers from the top to its full length. It also features a band at the upper tip of the skirt. This ensures a firm grip on the body of the wearer, while also functioning as the holder of the pleated fabric that forms the full length of the skirt. Large pockets are introduced at both the upper right side and the lower left side of the skirt to create a sense of style and innovativeness.

A rectangular layer of fabric extends from each of the two pockets in the form of flat and moderately wide rope. With the infusion of style and boldness to explore with creativity, truly, the brand recognises the uniqueness in every woman and is therefore willing to cater to that by offering carefully crafted head-turning pieces like this one.

This brand is said to be committed to minimal waste and this attire is a testament of it featuring its minimal cuts and brilliant utilisation of the fabric used. Also, the choice of fabric is such a brilliant one that assures customers of its durability. Bstyle, with its design, is doing well in ensuring that the fashion industry emits less waste and makes our world greener.
Although the outcome can be better in terms of finishing, this piece is magnificently curated and brilliantly sewn with precise attention to detail. From the choice of material to the colour, the attire exudes pure beauty, style and comfort; which is what every woman wants. Bstyles has undisputedly done a great job on this one.

This outfit can be worn to church, casual outing, and even a creative place of work. With moderate accessories, a pair of heeled shoes and a purse, you are good to go with this brilliant attire.

This second attire is absolutely gorgeous. From the vibrant-coloured top to the stylish trousers, the entire attire gives the wearer a radiant and intelligent look.

It features a wrapped top with slightly puffed three-quarter sleeves. The choice of sheer fabric used for this top is simply outstanding. Besides the fact that it perfectly suits the style, the airy cotton voile is lightweight, which assures its wearers of comfort and freedom.

The wrap nature of the top allows it to naturally adopt a V-neck line, giving it a sense of style. With its low neck, the top incorporates a moderate show of skin to further pronounce the wearer’s femininity. The wrap is closed with a rope extending from the opposite ends of the top and tied to ensure its firmness. The three-quarter sleeve features elastic grips slightly above the wearer’s elbow. This ensures that it fastens to the hands of the wearer, creating a stylish bishop-like puff sleeve. The thoughtfulness put into this design is apt and apparent from the holistic view.

The trouser features a breathable cotton fabric that has been carefully crafted into a floor-length high-waist attire. The two-step pleated design on the trousers complements the top perfectly, elevating it from a simple look to an elegant one.

Although the upper part of the trouser highlights the shape of the wearer; the lower part, from the knee area, features a freestyle created by the fabric pleats that ensures freedom of movement.

Looking at this outfit holistically, the neckline is right and the sleeves are appealing. The pant sits right and there are no noticeable finishing errors, at least, from the available scenes. It perfectly highlights the shape of the wearer, making them look elegantly attractive in the piece. There is no doubt that when one turns up in this attire, compliments will roll in. Whether it be to your place of work, a religious event, an evening outing, a lunch gathering or even a casual outing, you are sure to be admired.

You can rock this beau with a pair of flat or heeled sandals and beautiful accessories.

Having reviewed these beautiful garments from Bstyle’s collection for this year, it is evident that the brand is going places. Each of the garments is thoughtfully created to resonate with the individuality of the customers, allowing them to embrace their unique style. Moreover, the brand’s claim of collaborating with various fabric suppliers and manufacturers around the globe to ensure that all designs are produced by talented artisans is also evident in this collection.

Bstyle continues to impact the African landscape having showcased its collections at both national and continental fashion events and having its pieces stocked by various fashion retailers across Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire, Nigeria, and South Africa.

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