#vlisco tailoring
Who said you can’t wear prints for date night? Our main aim when getting dressed for a night out with boo/bae/honey/husband/boyfriend (you get the drift) is to keep it classy but still show that we have put in some effort. I suggest you go for a cute dress that speaks to your personality. Heels are also recommended (depending on the location) but if you are not a heel wearing gal, lucky for you - one of the biggest trends this year is mid - low heel sandals, so you are covered! I also think that a simple makeup look with neutral/ nude lips will do the trick; check out my latest tutorial for there here
Again, this post serves as a guide and I am not one to dictate your clothing choices! Above all, make sure you are wearing something that you feel comfortable and confident in!
It is always best to have a few outfits ready to go in your closet. I highly recommend the Vlisco Pret-A-Couture tailoring service mainly because it is so easy and affordable. All you need to do is go to Accra Mall any day from Tuesday to Saturday between 10am and 6pm. Once you get there, you will be asked to look through the rack of sample clothes (which you can also try on) and choose the style and then the fabric you would like. You are free to mix and match prints and styles as you please. After that, the tailors will take your measurements, even if you already have your measurements from your old tailor. This is to make sure that they get the right cut and fit for your body type. Your contact details will be taken and the tailors will let you know when you can come back for a fitting / pick up your outfit (usually within 14 days). I personally think this service is a great idea mainly because their tailors are true specialists in print placement, a skill not every tailor has. I think the way in which a print is used defines the design and so you don’t want to take your fabric to any old tailor who you cannot be assured of.
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Welcome back to my blog! This week’s Woman Crush features Marie Humbert, who is more recently known for her role as Makeena on An African City. If you are new to the blog, we have a weekly #wcw segment where we feature different types of women from all across the world and get them to share some of their beauty and style secrets with us! So far we have heard from Lydia Forson,Hayet Rida(thathayetrida.com),Anita Erskine,Ama K. Abebreseh,Kokui Selormey,Dede Buckman (accracraves) and so many more fabulous women! Click hereto read their stories
Without any extra yip yapping, scroll down to find out about Marie’s beauty & style tips and tricks
Tell us about yourself
My name is Marie Humbert and I am an actress. My father is from Switzerland and my mother is from Ghana. I am fluent in both French and English and I have had the wonderful opportunity of living all around the world.
What gave you the confidence to pursue your dream of becoming an actress?
I was always a very loud and energetic child. I loved being the center of attention by entertaining people and making them laugh. I realized I was quite good at it so I decided to take acting classes around the age of twelve. It wasn’t until I was about sixteen that it was evident acting had become more of a calling than just an extracurricular activity. I then studied Theatre Arts in university in Australia and received a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Drama. I continued on and received a ‘Best Actress’ award of the year at the famous acting school, Le Cours Florent’ in Paris, France. I decided then that I had reached the point of no return!
What do you love most about your job?
I love being able to delve into the world, life and psyche of a character, not only is it captivating but also highly inspirational as I have learnt and keep learning so much from the characters I have the opportunity to play.
[An African City Season 2 - Marie as Makeena]
If you could go on vacation anywhere tomorrow, where would you choose? Bali is on top of my list but I would also really like to visit Cuba, Argentina and Greece.
If you won the lottery, what would you do with the money?
First I would buy a present for my mother, father and brother. Then I would buy/build my dream home in Provence or south of France, or in Florence, basically a dream home in a dreamy location! How would you describe your sense of style? Chic, elegant, effortless. There are a few different sides to me therefore my style can vary from being quite lady-like and structured to rather androgynous and 'laid back’ cool. But I must say I am obsessed with the details of a garment, I always believe it’s all about the detail!
Are you a jeans or dresses kind of girl?
It depends on my mood and where I am going. I love wearing both styles equally.
What’s your favourite fashion trend at the moment?
Off the shoulder dresses and tops. I’m also still loving everything about crop tops!
What’s your earliest memory of Vlisco?
My mother has been a loyal Vlisco fabric customer since she was a young lady. I still love some of her 70’s Vlisco fabric, long, flared pants she designed or the 'Patapata’ traditional dresses she would wear for special occasions. I remember looking at her in awe, the fabric always brought out her confidence and femininity. She always looked so beautiful.
How do you feel when you wear an outfit from Vlisco?
Confident, strong, proudly African and feminine.
What’s your favourite Pret-A-Couture style and why?
I love this gorgeous suit they currently have at the Vlisco store in the Accra mall. It’s elegant, structured and bold. I love Pret - A- Couture because of how easy it is to get outfits tailored for you! It’s so simple and all done in just 5 steps. Choose a style from the look book or rack of sample outfits, then choose your fabric and get measured by the tailors – this is all done in one go and at the Vlisco shop in Accra Mall. Then you return for the fitting. Most of the time you get your outfit then as it’s usually a perfect fit. If not and it needs minor adjustments, it’s taken away and you get it back in no time at all. Overall it takes about two weeks and you have peace of mind, knowing that your Vlisco fabric won’t be ruined and you’ll get a perfectly finished outfit. And to top it all off, it’s very affordable.
What’s your favourite Vlisco outfit currently in your wardrobe and why?
My favorite is the last one I wore and had made especially for me! It is an embezzled cropped top with an equally embezzled, beautiful 'short in front and long at the back’ type of skirt. I keep updating my favourite Vlisco outfits every time I either buy or have one made!
How do you accessorize your Vliscofabrics?
The fabrics I like are vibrant so I always keep everything else simple.
Now, onto the hair questions - what do you LOVE most about your hair? The fact that it’s versatile. I’m mixed race so it’s fun to see how my hair can go from curly to sleek and straight.
What is your daily hair care routine?
I moisturize it with natural oils like coconut or baobab oil, then braid it before going to bed and just brush it out in the morning.
What is your favorite protective style?
A high bun or pony tail.
What bothers you about your hair?
How sensitive and fragile it is.
Do you have any hair/style tips you would like to share with us?
Always moisturize! Try to use products that are 100% natural especially oils, coconut, baobab and avocado are my favourite. Braiding or wrapping it before bed is a really good trick in keeping it soft and silky.
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Anita is a true inspiration! I have had the pleasure of working with her once and believe me when I tell you that the answers in this interview are a true representation of her bubbly, effervescent personality! If you are new to this blog, we have a #WCW segment every Wednesday (most Wednesdays) just to showcase how different women approach beauty and style and to inspire you if you find yourself in a rut and don’t know how to move forward.
Other women we have featured are Lydia Forson,Hayet( That Hayet Rida),Ama K. Abebrese, Kokui Selormey,Dede Buckman (Accra Craves).
I love reading these interviews, I find it fascinating that every woman has a regimen that they stick to which works for them. I do believe in sharing and collaboration and this segment is a great way to learn from each other! If you would like to be featured (or you know someone who would like to be featured), please emailme!
Let’s get into Anita’s interview now, enjoy!
Tell us about yourself
My name is Vered – Marian Anita Erskine! I am 37 years old! I am a wife, mother and the last of 8 children!
What gave you the confidence to pursue your dream of becoming a TV personality?
I never knew what exactly I wanted to be you know? I just felt whatever I committed my life to, had to include an opportunity to connect with people by being able to speak with them or talk to them! In September 1997, I walked into Metro TV which was situated at Pyramid House on the Ring Road in Accra. I asked them for an internship and they were happy to give it to me. A few weeks after they had me audition for a new live Saturday show called the Bold and Beautiful Omnibus! I loved being on TV! That experience gave me to confidence to pursue television!
What do you love most about your job?
I love that I am a story teller and a narrator! I love that I interact with people and they open up about their dreams, hopes, ambitions, failures and successes! When people tell you what they think, how they feel or what they have been through, it makes you respect them more and appreciate life!
If you could go on vacation anywhere tomorrow, where would you choose? Ibiza! I have only seen extremely exciting photos! Apparently it is an island that never sleeps! As I get older, I crave opportunities to get out of my comfort zone and do something wild!
If you won the lottery, what would you do with the money?
I would pay off ALLLLLLL MY debts! Buy two more houses, pay off my kids tuition for as many years as I can, pay my church dues off, take my parents, husband and children on holiday and move my company into the tallest building in Accra! Wait how much money would I have won? Ha-ha you see? I already have plans!
How would you describe your sense of style?
I am simple chiq. To be honest, I am only just discovering what I love. And that comes with discovering what I like and don’t like about my body. I am a very late bloomer! So I can say it’s only now that I am developing a true sense of style and it’s simple, comfortable, chiq and aspirational! Are you a jeans or dresses kind of girl? Absolutely jeans! I still have some pairs of long and lean jeans that I bought from the Gap in 2001! I bought them in every shade!!
What’s your favourite fashion trend at the moment?
It has to be my all black outfits and Adidas sneakers! It’s a self-made trend by the way!
What’s your earliest memory of Vlisco?
The moment my husband Regis told me about this Textile giant that was going to roll out a series of fashion shows that ultimately celebrated Women and helped Women express their individual style in a proud African Way! At the time, designers such as Christie Brown were just emerging and it was so exciting to see the breath taking outfits they were creating out of Vlisco!
How do you feel when you wear an outfit from Vlisco? Proud. Authentic. Feminine. Powerful.
Do you shop at Vlisco often? What’s your favourite outfit?
I love the wrap dress! It’s comfortable and totally sexy! It works for any time of the day or for any occasion! Oh and it’s so easy to get a Pret-a-Couture outfit made! There are over 20 designs to choose from in the Vlisco Pret-a-Couture catalogue which are all designed to mix and match with each other. Select one. Now select your Vlisco fabric. The Vlisco in house tailor will take your measurements and you’ll get a date for your first fitting! I have been a bit spoilt in the past because my outfits fit just fine! But Vlisco always advises you do a fitting to ensure you’re getting exactly what has been promised! When your outfit is ready, Vlisco will call you! And Voila! You’re ready to go! Custom made by Vlisco in a style of your choice and delivered in two weeks!
However, my absolute favourite Vliscooutfit has to be my very first Vlisco outfit made for me by Christie Brown in 2009! It brings back memories – I had just become a mother, struggling to understand my life and Vlisco brought me closer to women from all walks of life and of all ages! We all had stories and one common passion…which is Vlisco! I will never forget that event and I never want to let go of that dress!
What’s been your experience of Prêt-a- Couture to date?
I have had the best experience ever! The tailors know exactly how to craft your chosen style to suit your body! I don’t know how they do it! And Vlisco is always very honest on delivery time, which is something I truly appreciate!
How do you accessorize your Vlisco fabrics?
Well it depends on where I am going! I have my VliscoGala – I always go with my bold rings and chandelier earrings! Then I have my Vlisco casual – dressy which you’ll most likely see me wear on television for any one of my shows! For this, I will do my simple pair of gold or diamond studs and let the outfit do the talking!
What do you LOVE most about your hair?
My Hair????!!!! Well my hair has too many lives. Right now it’s at that extremely short stage growing out. But let me tell you, I own about 7 wigs all beautifully crafted by my hair dresser Golden Silk Hair! The owner, Francesca, gets me! What can I say? I have hair for every occasion!
What is your daily hair care routine?
My scalp is very dry so I am obliged to I wash my hair at least twice a week and treat my scalp and hair line to some good old shea butter! What is your favourite protective style? Wigs! Wigs! And more Wigs! I have heard some horror stories, yes…but my wigs save the day anyday!
What bothers you about your hair?
It never understands what I need!
Do you have any hair/style tips you would like to share with us?
Embrace your hair however it comes! As funny or eerie as I may sound, your hair is a reflection of you! It grows what you feed it! If you treat it right, it will adorn you! If you couldn’t care less, it will frustrate you! Your hair is like your face, nails and teeth. It reflects the time you have for it….. Trust me, I have learned the hard way!
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