Melody Jacob

How to Pack a Stylish Capsule Wardrobe for Travel Are you guilty of overpacking when you travel? Most of us are! When you love fashion, it’s easy to get carried away with clothes—especially when traveling to a destination where you can experiment with your look. However, if you want to avoid excess baggage fees, simplify packing, or save room for holiday purchases, you can streamline your suitcase without sacrificing style. A capsule wardrobe is the perfect solution, allowing you to mix and match pieces for a variety of outfits while keeping your packing light. Here’s how to pack smart and still look fabulous on your next trip. Choose Versatile Staple Items Start your capsule wardrobe with a few versatile staple items . These are the core pieces you’ll wear daily, so they should be neutral and easy to mix and match. A plain white linen dress, for example, can be dressed up or down. Pair it with a floppy hat and sandals for a daytime look, or add heels, a waist belt, and statement jewe...

It is winter season and the cold isn't so friendly. Of all the recent coat designs in the last 5 years, I will say puffer coats are the best. They are so warm and still gives you a chic look. I love to wear comfortable fashionable coats during winter but most times pretty coats are light and not so covered. Puffer coats and teddy coat do the job. Some puffer coats are waterproof and they are very durable. Puffer jackets feel like you are wrapped inside a duvet and you just go out with such a warm feeling. When purchasing puffer jackets/coats here are things to consider. 1. Buy one size bigger (The bigger the better). 2. Buy puffer coats with bigger collars. (Hoodies). 3. Buy puffer coats with long length (Maxi puffer coat cover more). 4. Black puffer coats are more versatile. 5. Cropped puffer coats are fashionable but what about your lower body parts. Shop different puffer padded coats 2020 winter style.

Gidan Makama Museum which is also known as Kano Museum is a museum in Kano, Nigeria. I enjoyed visiting this place, we weren't allowed to take photos in specific places. There are different artworks from centuries. I also learnt about how the British people invaded the north. The building served as the temporary palace of Kano before the current palace Gidan Rumfa was constructed in the 15th century. The museum has a significant collection of arts, crafts and items of historic interest related to the Kano area. Located in a 15th-century historical building, which is recognised as a National Monument by the Government of Nigeria. The museum is divided into 11 galleries, each with their own centre of focus. Galleries include the Zaure or the main entrance hall with displays of traditional materials, city walls and maps of Kano, the history of statehood, Kano in the 19th century, the Civil War, economy, industry and music. Entrance fee: 100 naira ...

Today is the 1st of January 2020, and I am so excited about my new projects and family. I wish you all a happy new year and a beautiful, stress-free vision for 2020.   Photo by  Jill Wellington  from  Pexels