5 brands' pieces to own as trendy staples for work

olamide olarewaju

February 8, 2017 4:08 PM

Style for work gets more unique by the day and a lot of Nigerian brands have carefully crafted pieces to work for this daily part of life.

The Maju Shift Dress

Pieces with details ensuring styling them is appropriate for work are trendy not forgetting versatility and functionality are being put in place whether sporting them as separates, as sets (matching/co-ord) and so on. They are pieces that work for modern times making sure no style box is left unchecked.

Whether gunning for business-like, day to night style (a quick style switch from work to date night), casual/effortless slay amongst other looks, these seven Nigerian brands have pretty pieces that've got the right amount of fierce, sultry, trendy, modern, fresh and appealing feel to it.

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1. The Maju Shift Dress

The shift dress is always an effortless look that works anytime. It's a free, simple and usually form flattering crafted piece that looks good anytime without over accessorizing. With a shift dress, throw on a pair of heels and bag, hair tamed and the look is stylish for work.

2. The Nuraniya Heather Jumpsuit

The Nuraniya Heather Jumpsuit works for a workwear chic look. The vibrant jumpsuit has enough detail to go from day to night and because work style has become more flexible, it can be worn alone or with a jacket thrown over it.

3. The TokaToka Lagos Matching Set

The TokaToka Lagos matching culottes and top set is perfect for work. The look featuring culottes (which has fast become a trendy work staple) is paired with a matching top which can be topped with a waterfall jacket or in some cases worn as separates.

4. Wanni Fuga Peplum co-ord (with pants or skirt)

The Wanni Fuga co-ord set is perfect for work. The look comes in two variants; with a belted peplum top over pants or skirt that is versatile and functional. The brilliance of the set is the fact that they can both be worn as separates.

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5. Zii's Fierce Dress

Zii's colour block dress from the latest 'Reina' collection is a fresh and fierce take on workwear with the asymmetric hem, ruched three quarter sleeves and button down details that flatters different body types.

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