Fadekemi Ajakaiye
Red is a unique colour depicting elegance, beauty confidence and universally known as the charming colour of love. For many reasons, the colour red is considered beautiful including psychological associations, primal instinct, cultural, perceived health importance and even more. Psychologically, colour red signifies a range of emotions, including passion, love, desire, and vitality. It’s also considered the warmest color and can trigger immediate physical reactions.
Furthermore, red can be associated with perceived health and vitality while the cultural importance of colour red includes being the colour of the blood and the heart and has been used to epitomise love and fidelity for many centuries. In fact, ancient civilization has it that red was associated with fertility and used in rituals. Red is also a prominent color in many Nigerian traditions like the revered Benin Kingdom and many more.
It is also wide knowledge that red colour is synonymous with sexual attraction. For instance, scientific research shows that, women’s skin can become slightly redder during the fertile phase of their menstrual cycle.
With all its beautiful qualities and global appeal, are you a fan of colour red? Aside Valentines day when the colour red is globally worn by many and sundry, do you picture yourself wearing the colour red to the office, parties, and of course “owambes” – the numerous Nigerian celebrations as they are fondly called? Whatever your decision is, there is a high possibility that you will fall in love with the red colour even more after stepping into the bold, elegant, exquisite and screaming “Love and whatnot” collection by Keonaraphael.
If you are still not aware, kindly be reminded that Keonaraphael is a growing fashion brand based in Lagos, Nigeria. It is created by three blood sisters – Evangeline Anthony and Emike Mba out of a shared passion and love for fashion and the desire to create a brand that celebrates a blend of African and modern style. Last year, Keonaraphael’s “The Rebirth” collection was an instant success, and the team plans a single fashion collection annually in order to meticulously give beautiful designs that will be readily fit, comfy and acceptable by the people.
The beautiful thing about the brand is that there is no one-size fits all approach. Every woman who desires to be styled by Keonaraphael will have a dedicated and specific approach that takes into special cognizance personal detailing and attention.
Now imagine you have been invited to grace that wedding party, dinner, or corporate end of year party or perhaps, any other social gathering that you are looking to stand out, be chic and attractive all while looking extra-ordinarily beautiful and comfortable. The varieties of red pieces design in the “Love and Whatnot” collection has got you covered. For every woman looking to celebrate and showcase confidence, comfortability and elegance, this collection is definitely created to satisfy all those your fashion yearnings.
“Love and Whatnot” is more than just a collection of clothes. It’s a reflection of the shared human experiences, emotions, and stories carefully put together to make the African woman elegant, beautiful and charming in all ramifications. Keonaraphael has captured the essence of love and relationships in each piece, creating a truly special collection. The collection features a stunning array of pieces, from flowy maxi dresses to bold, statement prints. Each garment is designed to empower women and make them feel confident and beautiful.
Now, let’s delve more into some of the pieces of the “Love and Whatnot” collection which is absolutely designed to celebrate every woman irrespective of body shape and size. Starting with the long flowy dress, silky with a side, exquisite slit up to the thigh level. This beautiful dress will suit every woman who intends to wow the audience at mostly evening dinners, cocktails and all other social events attracting high net-worth personalities and crème de la crème of the society. The red colour makes the stunning dress an instant cynosure of all eyes and the side slit elongates your legs while creating a captivating focal point. Warning! if you do not desire instant attraction nor fixated looks from acquaintances, friends and strangers, then do not, emphatically, do not step into this stunning dress from the “Love and Whatnot” collection by Keonaraphael. This piece is flawless in its own world of evening and dinner wears. Nevertheless, Keonaraphael brand should thinker with a lengthier hand piece to present a more matured look and feel.
Did you know since the 80s, women in the corporate world began to wear suits to mirror male counterparts and express their authority and professionalism? The two-piece, red suit and pants design in “Love and Whatnot” collection fit perfectly into granting the womenfolk that needed authority and professionalism for which they really much deserved for all their contributions to the development of the human society yesterday, today and in the future. You really needed to appear in that corporate board meetings, business meetings, business luncheons and business cocktails looking “peng” like the current or future boss that you are or aspire to be. With this red suit in the “Love and Whatnot” collection by Keonaraphael, be bold to make a professional and fashion statement that speaks volume about your style and confidence.
You can pair with a shirt for a corporate outlook or a turtleneck for a chic appearance or with a vee/round-neck tee for and edgy, casual outlook. It is very challenging finding any improvement for this piece other than the loose hands and the fabric belt around the tummy might not advocate the bossy nature that some women may possibly want to showcase while wearing this beautiful red suit.
When you are having the thoughts of expressing confidence, passion and boldness at your next social gatherings with a simple dress, then think no further than the “Love and Whatnot” collection red sleeveless dress showcasing your glowing arms. This dress is guaranteed to make you standout and make memorable impressions in a very modest, yet attractive chic outfit. The large bowtie-like fitted to the waist of the gown gives it a unique look and feel, radiating elegance and classy appearance. Some questions for the Keonaraphael team; Why not create a mini jacket that can be worn occasionally as a top to transform the sleeveless dress into a corporate wear whenever required? Why the black strap and why not red?
Keonaraphael is building a brand that is gradually captivating the attention of fashionistas. From “The Rebirth” and now, “Love and Whatnot” collections, the brand is continuously making a positive statement.
