Here are some creative ways prints are used in pillows. Which is your favorite and where would you put yours? Enjoy and Happy Wednesday! Photos: Pinterest Always, Miss LAJA
Sweet Dreams
I want to introduce a new series to Miss LAJA where I showcase various ways African prints are in-cooperated beyond fashion. It’s going to include art, decor, anything and everything that includes any type of African print. I do want this site to grow beyond me and the opportunities for prints are endless. You’ll be…
Chasing Red
You guys know I’m all about showing you how versatile and diverse various African** prints are for different seasons and occasions. I really do believe African prints will never go out of style or become “cliche” like I’ve been seeing around lately. Miss LAJA believes it will continuously evolve alongside the culture and they are…
The Butterfly Effect
Happy Wednesday! Here’s another vintage ankara piece that belongs to my mum and I have now permanently borrowed, hehe! I’m appreciating how the cold weather is being delayed here in North Carolina but loh and behold, the cold gradually seems to be winning *insert sad face* Anyways, while taking these pictures, a man commented…
LAJA Unseen #8
I went out to dinner then to a Broadway show last night and saw Beauty And The Beast! It was really good but I’m yet to see another Broad way performance that would top Wicked (at least for me). When it comes to movies and TV shows, I’m a crier. Correction, a bawler. Literally…
African Explosion Fashion Show
Hello, lover! If you follow me on Facebook or Instagram, you know I went for a fashion show this past Saturday. I did something super embarrassing that you can read about here. It consisted of clothing made with various African prints and over 6 designers showcased their collections. As you can imagine and also…
Crisp Leaves
Hello sunshine! As I type this post currently, I’m not the happiest of bunnies. I had a fashion show I’m meant to go to. It’s actually to today but I thought it was yesterday (btw, you’re reading this in the future) but yes, I was so excited I forgot to double check the date….
Pumpkin
Just finished with Fall break and gradually coming back to the reality that is school. It flew by way too fast though. The rest was very much needed. Gave me a lot of time to clear my head and take time to catch up on leisure activities. I was so occupied with stuff I…
LAJAdages, YourQuotes #6
I find it interesting seeing how people of different backgrounds, cultures etc react to the same adage. I had a conversation with 5 people on theirs. See them below and read mine here. What’s comes to your mind after reading this adage? There’s no right or wrong answer so don’t feel you need to…
Ika Adage #14: Swim
You’re on a journey to a final destination where you have to swim to get there. Its a process of continuous, repetitive steps; swing your arms, flap your feet, breath and repeat. As the journey progresses, the ubiquitous routine gets boring, repetitive. Your arms and leg get tired and frustration seeps in; Am…