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Six Tips for Choosing the Right Evening Gown
One of the must-have items in every woman’s wardrobe is a beautiful evening gown, which makes her feel like a queen. Wearing a gown in the right colour, fit, and cut can instantly uplift the look of any woman who wants to make an impression.
The sad truth, however, is that a large number of women are unable to pick a gown that meets their requirements. Jumia, the online store you can trust, shares some tips for choosing the right evening gown for any occasion.
Nature of the occasion
You don’t want to look or feel out of place in a crowd. It is, therefore, important that you pick a lovely dress that’s perfectly suited to the occasion that you’re attending. If it is a formal event, you need to wear a formal evening dress. A casual dress should be worn only for casual events.
With some careful thinking and attention to detail, you can pick a dress that will make you the cynosure of all eyes.
The right colour
Another consideration that is very important in choosing the right evening gown is picking a colour that suits your complexion. Colours that complement your skin tone can make you look even more stunning, whereas wearing a dress in a wrong colour can hurt your appearance and make you appear lacklustre and pale.
A lot of women pick dresses in black as it is considered a ‘safe’ colour. But, there are also many who are not afraid of experimenting with vibrant colours and make a style statement of their own.
This does not imply that you should pick a dress in an odd colour that isn’t in keeping with the event.
Your body type
Knowing your body’s shape and size is very important in order to get the fit of the dress right. In fact, this is one of the secrets of finding the perfect gown.
If you have broad shoulders, you might want to think about keeping them covered and accentuating your backside to balance your body shape. If you have the petite body type, wearing a flowy dress would be a big no-no as it’ll make you appear shorter.
Length
If you’re attending a formal black-tie event, it is better to stick to floor length dresses, although short dresses are also considered acceptable now. Be careful if you plan to wear a long dress with heels.
When selecting the length of your dress take the size of your heels into consideration.
Wear your heels and then try the dresses on to get the length right. You don’t want your dress to look a tad too short at the main event. And if you’re attending a casual event, you could go for a shorter dress.
Fabric
A pretty dress can be made prettier by using the right fabric to make it. Pick a dress in a fabric that drapes well around your body, and slightly hugs your curves. Cotton, nylon, satin, and silk work well in this area.
Style is important
Since you may be spending money on your evening gown, you will do well in picking one that can stand the test of time and can be worn stylishly more than once or twice.
It is advisable to buy a dress that has a timeless appeal to it.
Hence, it is better not to fall for current trends, but choose an evergreen style that would look great even five or ten years from now.
Submitted by Ogunfowoke, Adeniyi Ayuba
Sports
Portugal Football Club Signs on 19-Year-Old Nigerian- born Footballer, Yaqub Usman-Malah
Reporter: Sandra Ani
Brito Sporting Club of Portugal, a football club founded in 1956, has signed an official contract with a United Kingdom-based highly-talented, young Nigeria-born footballer, Yaqub Usman-Malah.
The official unveiling of the young promising footballer was carried out on Saturday, January 4, 2025.
Yaqub, born in Nigeria in 2006, is a budding Nigerian talent with unquantifiable promise and potential.
Prior to his official contract with Brito Sporting Club of Portugal, he was a student and a trainee player with the Brooke College Football Academy in the United Kingdom.
At Brooke College Football Academy, Yaqub had an impressive goal average of 17 goals in 32 matches with no injuries in 116 training days, cumulating into 2, 270 minutes of on-field action.
A clear testimony of his outstanding performance at the Academy was provided by the lead coach of the Under-17B team Yaqub played with.
The lead coach, Tomasz Wasylik, described Yaqub as a ‘well-liked person’ and a role model to his teammates due to his professionalism and unmatched work rate.
The Lead Coach further stated that Yaqub has played in National School Cup competitions against other colleges and programmes in the 2023/2024 session and is a good ‘tactical player’, ‘technically good” and can ‘play in multiple positions on the field’.
It is expected that Yaqub will live to the potential and promise identified by Coach Tomasz Wasylik of the Brooke College Football Academy and achieve greatness in his new club.
“While looking forward to the display of his unarguable skills and boundless stamina, we wish Yaqub a successful career and a place in the halls of football greatness across the globe,” Yaqub’s father, Mr Usman Malah said in a statement issued to the media, on Wednesday 8, 2025.
Spotify today announced the launch of its ‘Detty December’ hub with playlists for December, a celebration of the vibrant festive season in West Africa and South Africa. The hub is a one-stop shop for all things Detty December, with curated playlists featuring the biggest hits and emerging sounds of the season. Users can find everything from Afrobeats and Amapiano anthems to chilled-out vibes for those much-needed recovery days.
“Detty December is a special time for our users in West Africa and ke Dezemba symbolises South Africa’s spirit of celebration,” said Phiona Okumu, Head of Music at Spotify Sub-Saharan Africa. “We’re excited to be part of their celebrations with this dedicated hub and playlists, bringing them the best music to soundtrack their festive moments.”
This unapologetic season of street jams, back-to-back concerts, and endless summer fun has developed its own culture that draws diaspora and local fans alike. The curated sounds of Spotify’s Detty December hub will pay homage to the Lagos rooftop lounges, Accra’s beachside festivals, and South Africa’s township tunes that keep people grooving.
In addition to the hub, Spotify has also launched a new playlist called ‘Songs of Detty December’. This playlist is a curated list from Spotify Africa’s editors on the songs predicted to dominate this year’s Detty December. From DJ Skelm’s Afro Tech sounds to Flytime Fest’s tour of songs that tell Africa’s aspirational stories, the hub will be the home of takeover playlists that display Africa’s diverse talent. Barrier-breaking Amapiano talent Kamo_ww has taken over a South African Summer playlist too.
Spotify is also supporting Jerk x Jollof, a popular event making its way to Africa for the first time, through its Frequency program. Held at The Ostrich event space, the Jerk x Jollof Cape Town takeover will feature DJs and artists such as TxC, DBN Gogo, Spinall, Sarz and Odeal, merging the spirit of Detty December and ke Dezemba experiences and bringing South and West African cultures and artists together.
“We’re committed to supporting African music and culture,” said Okumu. “We believe that music is a powerful way to bring people together, and we’re excited to be part of the Detty December celebrations.”
You can keep the good vibes going as you make your way to the hotel, beach or next Detty December party with Spotify’s curated and immersive sound selection. Discover something new or run the year’s best party anthems back on your app today.
The ‘Detty December’ hub is available now on Spotify.
In an extraordinary display of excellence, Kingsley Ifeanyi Adonu, a leading MTN Nigeria partner from Enugu, has shattered records to claim the top prize at the 2024 MTN Nigeria Partners Award.
Adonu emerged as the number one partner in airtime and data distribution across Nigeria, a monumental achievement that marks the first time a partner from the Southeast has reached such heights in the history of MTN Nigeria.
This victory is not just a personal milestone for Adonu but a transformative moment for the Southeast region.
His success is a beacon of hope and a testament to the power of resilience, innovation, and determination. In a competitive field of partners nationwide, Adonu’s achievement stands as a bold reminder that greatness knows no boundaries.
“This is more than an award; it is a symbol of what is possible when you believe in yourself and commit fully to your vision,” Adonu said during his acceptance speech. “I dedicate this victory to the Southeast region and to everyone striving to achieve the impossible. Let this inspire us all to break barriers and set new records.”
MTN Nigeria lauded Adonu’s exceptional contribution, describing his win as a historic moment that underscores the importance of dedication and strategic leadership.
“Kingsley Ifeanyi Adonu’s success is proof that dreams backed by action can rewrite history. He has set a new standard for excellence and innovation among all MTN partners,” said a senior MTN executive.
This milestone achievement is a source of pride for the Southeast region and an inspiration for future generations. Adonu’s journey demonstrates that with focus and determination, even the loftiest goals can be achieved.
His groundbreaking success is a rallying cry for others to push boundaries, take bold steps, and transform their aspirations into reality.
Kingsley Ifeanyi Adonu’s victory will undoubtedly leave an indelible mark on MTN Nigeria’s history and the telecommunications industry as a whole, igniting a wave of ambition and progress nationwide.
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