Created by Jokotade Shonowo of PoshClick and Ivie Osula of DWL, In My Corner is an initiative that shines a light on the power of women standing together. It’s more than a campaign; it’s a reminder that friendships between women aren’t just beautiful, they’re essential.

For this spotlight, four incredible women — Osayi Alile, Adetola Owolabi, Dupe Olusola, and Osaru Alile — came together in portraits that do more than flatter the eye. Styled in luxury tailored fits and captured through soulful photography, every frame felt like a story about joy, strength, and deep connection. You can see the harmony in their laughter, the strength in their posture, the warmth in their presence.

But the magic goes beyond the visuals. In My Corner is a celebration of friendships that evolve into sisterhoods. Bonds that carry prayer, purpose, and presence. Tribes where no one is left behind, and every woman is seen, held, and celebrated. It’s about women who rise together, grow together, and remind the world that true power multiplies when it’s shared.

On a surface level, the campaign is stylish and aspirational. But at its heart, it’s deeply relatable. It speaks to the quiet comfort of knowing you have people who will show up for you, cheer you on, and catch you when life feels heavy. And that’s why it resonates: because whether it’s in Lagos, London, or anywhere else in the world, every woman deserves to say, “I have sisters in my corner.”

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Throw on a matching set.
It could be co-ords, a lounge set, or that linen two-piece you’ve had on repeat. Matching sets are a cheat code. You’ll look stylish and intentional without spending 30 minutes mixing and matching. Add your fave slides or sneakers, and boom, outfit.

Add one piece that makes you feel expensive
It could be a sleek pair of sunglasses or a structured bag. You don’t need to go designer. It just needs to give your outfit a main character. Trust, one good piece can make your whole outfit look like a soft life declaration.

Sneakers are the new heels.
We love comfort, but we also love the girls who know how to make a statement in chunky white sneakers or retro trainers. They work with dresses, skirts, or oversized shirts. Throw them on, and suddenly your outfit has a vibe.

Accessories are your secret weapon.
Minimal doesn’t mean missing. Layer two gold chains, wear those tiny hoops, stack your rings, a clean wristwatch, just something to make the outfit pop. A little glint goes a long way.

Hair and lip gloss? Mood setters.
A slick bun, newly revamped wig, bold braids whatever your go-to is, own it. Then swipe on your lip liner and fave gloss, and boom. Clean girl energy activated.

Remember, scent is part of the look.
Don’t underestimate the power of walking past someone and hearing “You smell good.” It completes the vibe. Like, yes, I look chill, but I’m still giving.

Your confidence is the final layer.
You can wear the most curated outfit and still feel “off” if you don’t feel like yourself. Slay isn’t just in what you wear, it’s in how you wear it. Stand tall, smile more, and remember who you are. That’s the real style hack.

So no, you don’t need a stylist. You just need a few go-to pieces, a little confidence, and a mirror that hypes you up. Everyday slay is a mindset. And if anyone asks — yes, you woke up like this.

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Queens, I’m sure you can relate.

This is why I’ve put together a list of 10 wardrobe essentials you should have, to ensure that you’ve got everything you need at your fingertips as you go about your morning routine of picking out clothes to wear.

Plain White Tee
Is there anything more versatile? Whether you style that perfect T-shirt with a pair of jeans, or a pencil skirt, no closet is complete without one.

Flats
There’s a reason everyone loves a good pair of flats: They’re chic and comfortable. You can use them to dress up your jeans and button-down combination, then transition that same pair to a dress for night time. Your outfit and legs will thank you.

Blazer
A great blazer is a must-have in any wardrobe. Need an extra something to pull together an office look? A great addition to a semi-formal look? Dressing up a slightly casual look? A blazer it is!

Slip-On Sneakers
These babies have solidified their place on my wardrobe-must have list. These shoes are comfortable enough to walk miles in and gives any outfit an extra dose of “cool.”

Black Trousers
Whether you wear them to work or wear them to a hangout, a pair of black pants that you feel great in is a true Monday-through-Sunday essential.

Black Pumps
These pair of shoes are for so essential to keep around. From meetings, to church, to a dinner date, they are super versatile. A huge advantage of these shoes is they can live under your work desk: Reserved for important meetings or an after-work appointment. Can you tell I adore my pumps?

White Shirt
Consider a white shirt a core essential in your wardrobe. There are endless options for how to wear it: Pair it with a simple skirt or pants for a classic look, or layer it under a sweater or dress to give an outfit some added dimension.

Little Black Dress
No item is more ideal for accessorizing and styling, because it serves as a blank canvass upon which you can build your look. The Little Black Dress! It has gotten us through some tough times, and serves as a hit outfit for any wardrobe.

Everyday Sandals
You definitely need these. Perfect for a trip to the grocery store, the beach, casual hangouts, etc.

Denim Jacket
Quick question, what is fashion without a denim jacket? For real, what is fashion without it? It is INCOMPLETE!

Which of these items do you own and which are you adding to your wardrobe ASAP?

Photo Credit: Pinterest

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These aspirations almost got shattered, as she got bullied in High School for being “too dark” and “ugly.” The incessant negative comments really affected her self-esteem for a while, causing her to want to dump her dreams.

But she persevered, and today, she is a succesful model. Nyakim, now 24 years old, recently spoke with Cosmopolitan about her journey to success. Here are excerpts from the interview:

What was your vision of America like when you arrived at age 14?

Oh, it was going to be like heaven. Living in a refugee camp [in Africa meant] sleeping in tents, not knowing where your dinner is coming from, not drinking clean water. America is education, food, hospitals, not feeling like your child will pass away because there’s no medical care. [But] you come here and realize you have to work hard for everything. Yeah, it’s not as heavenly as it seems, as it was made out to be back home. But at the end of the day, America is a really great country if you make it.

You haven’t always received positive reactions to your skin tone. You mentioned you were bullied by classmates when you moved to Buffalo, New York.

They would say, you know, I’m too black, my skin is too dark. They’d be like, “You don’t take showers. That’s why your skin is dirt.” Or, “Smile so we can see you, Nyakim. We can’t see you.” And then, in class, for example, the teacher would ask a question and say, “Oh, Nyakim, can you answer that?” A kid would say, “Who are you talking to? We can’t see her. She’s not here.” The whole class would start laughing, and I would just cry. The kid who would say that would go to the principal, or [he] would get in trouble. But the whole class was feeling what this kid was saying.

What were you thinking at the time?

I just kept to myself. I was like, “These people don’t accept me.” I was already having trouble with the language barrier and learning English to communicate with my teachers. I had always wanted to be a model, but after that I thought, “These kids think I’m ugly. I don’t see myself on social media, or TV, or in the magazines. I don’t think I’m meant to be a model.” I pushed that thought out of my head.

Did you ever consider bleaching your skin in the past?

At one point, I did consider it. When I came to America from a refugee camp in Africa [at age 14], I lived in Buffalo, New York. I would cry myself to sleep after being bullied [about my skin]. There are so many beautiful dark-skinned Sudanese women who bleach their skin. My own sister did it. But when I told her I wanted to [after living in America for a few months], she told me no. She said, “You would not just be bleaching your skin, you would be bleaching your mind. I did it and I regret it. I’m not going to let my daughter do it, or you — nobody.”

Did the bullying continue when you moved to Minnesota later that year?

I’d walk into the grocery store, and people would stare at me. I could hear people saying under their breath, “Oh my God, she’s so black. Is that even normal?” [To meet friends,] I tried joining sports — track and field. [My teammates would] say, “Are we going to be able to even see her when it’s her turn to pass the relay stick?” I quit track. I just kept to myself.

How do you react to online haters?

The negative reactions or comments don’t affect me as much now — some of them I laugh at. But there are some that go deep and bring me down for a little bit. Some people say I get followers because people feel bad for me, not because I’m actually beautiful. They say I’m the dumbest person ever. But there are millions more people who think I’m beautiful and give me positive feedback.

By sharing her experiences about people’s reactions to her dark skin, Nyakim, who is a part-time school teacher and part-time model, has amassed a huge following on Instagram.  She has more than 300,000 followers, and and has booked professional gigs ranging from local magazine covers to national campaigns for brands like Aldo. 

Read the entire interview here.

Photo Credit: Cosmopolitan/Ruben Chamorro

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There is a reason why Bonang regularly makes the best dressed list of just about every publication – she has one of one the best wardrobes in the business. The media personality wears trendy designer clothing 24/7, and is even known to fly in stylists from the United States.

There are many things you’d expect to find in a woman’s closet and when it comes to Bonang , she has everything a woman needs.

The boss babe invited Cosmopolitan SA into her Johannesburg home for a rare and exclusive all-access view of her incredible home and closet. From her Balmain blazers to her Gucci handbags, take an exclusive look at everything in Queen B’s dazzling collection.

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Fashionistas all over social media are currently in a frenzy over these fist-sized bags designed by Simon Porte Jacquemus from his Spring 2018 collection. It’s a bit astonishing that despite the fact that these bags were released since last year, there has been a sudden rise in their popularity just recently.

The bag, which is just 3 inches tall, has been found on the arm of A-listers like Rihanna, Beyonce, Kim Kardashian amongst others.

The Jacquemus’ Le Chiquito Bag is sold for $500which is equivalent to N180,000.

What are your thoughts about this new trend? Would you splurge on this?

For me, I love carrying big bags, I want to comfortably leave the house with all my accessories for the day intact: My phone chargers, headset, comb, makeup, power bank, etc. If I have to carry this Jacquemus’ Le Chiquito Bag at this price? hmmmmm(*rolls eyes*)… I reserve my comment.

Share your thoughts in the comments section below!

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Regina King was white hot in this Oscar de la Renta gown that showed off her sexy legs. Guys, this woman is in her 40s and giving us millennials a run for our money. Chileee!

Amandla Stenberg looked simple-yet-elegant in this Miu Miu dress. Love the braids too!

Jennifer Hudson slooked red hot in this Elie Saab dress. Love the minimal makeup look too!

Angela Bassett stunned in this hot pink Reem Acra mono-strap dress. Aunty Angela is giving us life still slaying in her 60s. Yassss

Danai Gurira‘s braids and golden foil dress by Brock Collection made her look like an African goddess. We stan!

David Oyelowo opted for thus deep green ETRO Tuxedo, and we love it! He definitely stood out from the crowd of usual black and white tuxedos most of the men were rocking.

Media maven, Elaine Welteroth looked extremely gorgeous in Celia Kritharioti.

Serena Williams oozed demure sexiness in this strapless number.

Kiki Layne effortlessly elegant in Versace.

Billy Porter looked amazing in this Christian Siriano tuxedo-dress that made our jaws drop!

Who was your best dressed celeb?

Photo Credit: Getty Images

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These photos serve as a reminder that we are all beautiful, and the idea that we all should conform to one standard of beauty is simply erroneous.

According to stylist, Fayosola Aina, the aim of the editorial is to raise awareness about albinism and redefine perceptions about beauty.

We love it!

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In this edition, the mortgage industry worker-turned lifestyle blogger who is based in Atlanta, takes us on her style journey as she gives us a rare peek into her wardrobe and her life.

Tell us about yourself

My name is Titilola Sogunro. I am from Lagos, Nigeria. I spent my childhood and a greater part of my teen years in Lagos. As a kid you would always find me in my mom’s closet playing dress up. I was particularly drawn to her shoes and accessories. My mom had/has quite an amazing collection. My love for fashion started right there in her closet.

My formal education consists of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and a Master’s degree in Finance. I held a corporate job in the Mortgage industry for years, but eventually decided to follow my passion, the things that truly make me happy: Fashion and Baking! I run a baking business from my home in addition to the blog.

I started Titi’s Passion as an outlet to connect with other women and share my experience, knowledge of fashion, and things that I love. I fully committed to this journey in April 2015.

Fashion, to me, has always been personal and I explore that with my audience. My goal is to help them define their personal style.

I decided to go natural with my hair a few years ago and along the way, I have acquired a solid base knowledge that will be resourceful to anyone on this journey; or someone considering going natural.

Travel has always been an integral part of who I am. And so on my blog, I also share my experiences from my travels and ways I save on my vacations.

In a nutshell, how would you describe your style?

I would describe my style as a no fuss, minimalist approach to fashion but I’m very versatile in my fashion choices. Also, I love my style because it’s an easy approach to fashion that can easily be replicated by anyone who is looking for style inspiration or someone who needs a style change.

What is your style mantra?

Wear whatever makes you happy but most importantly ensure it’s a perfect fit.

Where are your favourite places to shop?

My favorite online stores are Ladyee.com, Asos.com, Nastygal.com, Netaporter.com and Amazon.com. My favorite shops are TopShop, Bloomingdales, Zara, ClubMonaco, Forever21, Neiman Marcus & GAP.

How is your style a reflection of your lifestyle?

I am a mom of two kids who are both under the age of 7, so I am always on the go and constantly picking up after them, so on a week day I live in basics, tees, shorts, boyfriend jeans and leggings. The weekend is when I unwind and spend time with my husband and my girlfriends. This is the time you will see me in my 4-inch heels, cocktails dresses and in makeup. I typically dress based on the destination for the day or night.

We love your hair! What’s your routine for keeping it healthy and manageable?

I went natural a few years ago and that has changed my hair routine drastically. I started off being afraid to manage my hair, so it was easier to get it straightened at the salon every few weeks but I decided to change that this year. I reduced my salon visits and I started styling my hair myself. I wash it every two weeks and style it according to my mood. You might see me in a high bun (my typical everyday go to style) or flat twist outs and every now and then I like to give my hair a break and wear protective styles like weaves and braids. I almost never go to bed without my silk scarf and my favorite hair routine is an overnight coconut oil treatment the day before I wash my hair with sulphur free products.

The changes with my hair over the last few years from using relaxers for over 12 years to my transition to natural hair that I self-maintain, is in itself a journey of my life’s story. As I have matured and become more comfortable in my skin, I am able to do whatever pleases me and that is reflected in my hair style choices.

Tell us about your makeup routine
I am not an everyday makeup gal. I do not enjoy applying makeup except it’s the weekend and/or I have a fun event planned, lol. When I do wear makeup, I favor a simple natural look and a bright matte lipstick. Bright lipstick changes everything!  It takes the attention away from minor skin issues.
I don’t wear makeup everyday but my go-to no fuss look consists of concealer, my BB cream and bright colored matte lipstick.

What are some of your favourite accessories?

A fashionable pair of sunglasses  (any one) and my Christian Louboutin Pigalle black patent pumps.

What are some items you believe every woman should have in her wardrobe?

A pair of black patent leather pumps 3.5 inch or higher, a crisp white shirt, a pair of jeans that fit perfectly, a pair of fashionable sunglasses, a black blazer, a bright colored envelope clutch and an LBD (Little Black Dress.)

If you could raid an African celeb’s closet, who would it be?

Lisa Folawiyo

What is your advice for people who need help with defining their style?

My advice to anyone who is trying to define their style is this; find a muse and draw inspiration from their style, but make it your own. Let that be your roadmap to finding what works for you. Don’t limit your muse to someone with your body type. I find style inspiration from every woman.

Also, don’t be afraid to try something new. People get stuck in the same old routine even though they secretly crave for something new, they never take that chance or risk. Get a new haircut. Do a wardrobe haul. Try stilettos. It never hurts.

Photo Credit: Titilola Sogunro | Titi’s Passion

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Online fashion store, Missguided, just launched a brilliant campaign tagged #InYourOwnSkin featuring women with various skin imperfections, and so many people are applauding them for this.

The campaign aims to celebrate the perceived ‘flaws’ and ‘imperfections’ that actually make us who we are, ELLE reports.

Millenial women who patronize Missguided are elated that the brand opted to use models that weren’t just of various body shapes and sizes, but also had imperfections e.g vitiligo, dark birth marks, burns, psoriasis etc.

Here are some of the women featured in the campaign, and what they had to say about their involvement:

Joanne

As a plus-size model with albinism, Joanne is dedicated to raising awareness and breaking boundaries in the fashion and beauty industries. She says, “My role in life is not to be accepted by society. I live fearlessly and I am unapologetically me.”

Mariana

She is a Brazilian model and fashion designer who was born with a birthmark on her face. She hopes to empower others to love the way they look.

Polly

Poly is a full-time model and wants everyone to embrace the concept of women supporting other women. “Body positivity means being 100% comfortable in yourself, it’s not just the outside but also the inside.”

See more here

Photo Credit: Missguided/ELLE

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