Date Night: Elegant

Elegant. Classic.
These words captures the date night look we created with our signature colour block shoulder bag.

With this look we wanted to explore a fun and feminine side so we chose to go with these really gorgeous pink court shoes (forever, awesome) and a skater dress.

What do you think? What other ways would you style this bag?

The Many Bags of the Modern Woman pt1

Everyone has different tastes, different styles and to be honest different lives. This is shown in how we put together outfits but more often than not there are certain constants in lifestyle.

This post highlights the accessories used to complement our wardrobe ensemble.

The ‘Work’ bag

This says I’m a boss. It’s a power bag that when you carry you know you’re on your way to make some serious moves. It completes your outfit so that you feel extremely confident as you go into meetings or make deals. Sometimes you want it to fit your tablet, laptop and folders so size should be taken into consideration.

Totes, satchels are different styles of bags that may be used as work bags. Joel Lani has a range in our collection that fit the ‘work’ bag examples.

Prada-Double-Saffiano-Cuir-Turchese-and-Acquamarina

Joel Lani tote

Tory-Burck-T-Lock-Tote

Joel Lani snakeskin shopper

  

The knockabout

This is your go-to bag. It is your everyday one that you use for quick runs to the supermarket or to run errands. It is comfortable and it goes with most of your casual wear. You want it to capture your everyday style as well as be sizeable to contain the things you need for your day to day activities like from this post.

You will find cross body bags, shoulder bags and mini messengers in this kind of bags.

Joel Lani shoulder bag

Joel Lani Mini Clutch

Christian Louboutin Sweet Charity shoulder bag

The Party bag

You have that big society wedding or event where you want to impress, this is the bag you need to break out. It makes you dazzle and shine setting off your outfit so that you stand out. Bedazzled clutches and small purses you will find in this range

Joel Lani laser cut clutch

Joel Lani Mini clutch

Joel Lani wrist-held clutches

There are many more bags that the modern woman carries and so this is not the end of the post.
Use the comment box to let us know how you feel about the post and the kind of bags you have. 

Till next time..stay awesome!

Handbag or Hold all: What goes in your bag??

Black and red flap over hand bag

I know a guy that is terrified to go into a woman's bag even after he has been given permission. I have always find this to be very amusing and it gets me thinking what is he scared he will find?? So, ladies today's post aims to venture into the unknown for most guys but basics for women. I have to admit I am a bit curious as to how others pack their bags, for science of course.

I have always been of the Boy's scout motto when packing my handbag: BE PREPARED so it usually contains everything from pocket tissues to hand sanitiser to hand moisturiser, emergency make up and what not.

Check out the details on this! 

I decided to do an impromptu photoshoot with a bag from the style of the week featuring the things I had in my bag at the moment. For me the contents were quite modest in number as usually when I carry bigger bags, the more I tend to carry.

So on a typical and random day I seem to have my phone, my tablet, a comb, earphones, car keys, wallet, make up: lip gloss, lip balm, lipstick and powder; a pen and an emergency tampon (Aunt Flo can visit at any time! and you might be able to help someone out too). I usually have a notepad and like I mentioned earlier pocket tissues, hand sanitiser and hand lotion as well. 

This bag is my everyday bag and so the contents are aimed at day-to-day living.

What are the necessities in a bag? Is it suited to the wearer or are there common items every woman carries?

It can be carried as a cross body too

At Joel Lani, we consider functionality in our designs and this bag is well suited to keeping you stylish and carrying the essentials needed in your day.

Use the comment box to tell us what goes in you bag, do you change the contents everyday or have certain essential things in your day to day life?

Joel Lani friends: Blogger event

On a warm Sunday evening a little while ago, Joel Lani was privileged to host some amazing women.
They came in and got to know the brand a bit better and gave us their candid opinions on the different  products.

Our Creative director and founder, Adetoun Ajeigbe talking about the bags wearing the black snakeskin shopper

The guests were introduced to the phone pouches which they instantly loved as they knew how and where to rock it immediately, they loved the size and versatility of these pouches recognising they could put not only their phones but lipsticks, cards and money on night outs dancing as well as quick runs out of the house.

Some of them modelled the pieces with their items and with these set of guests it seems needless to say that lots of pictures were taken.

Some pieces were general favourites and instant hits including the wrist-held clutches.Some people found a wide range of products appealing and could hardly choose a favourite.
There was laughter, good conversation and everybody got a chance to talk about their preferences and what they like most about it. It was interesting to hear the different takes on the collection displayed.

You can check some of their accounts of the event on one of their blogs here, here and here.

First of all, Introduction

Joel Lani is a Nigerian-based brand that designs and produces elegant leather fashion accessories including handmade bags from the finest materials including leather, snake skin, faux fur. We also make pouches that can fit personal items such as phones, debit cards and lipsticks.

The founder and creative director, Adetoun Ajeigbe is a well-trained fashion designer with a passion for creating stylish and functional products. Some of the bags have been inspired by her African heritage.

There is something for everyone as each piece offers a unique and different style so a range of gift ideas are available for friends, family and loved ones. 

Watch this space for more information on products from Joel Lani and more interesting tidbits about fashion accessories!

The products featured are available for sale now and orders can be placed by contacting Joel Lani either by email joellaniaccessories@gmail.com or by phone 08055880927.