Day 2: Hobby/ Recreation

The only time you'll catch me in anything close to trousers in public is at the gym or training.
Here are some pics in our make shift home gym, courtesy of my brothers.
Who said hijabi's don't do sports eyy. Here I'm rocking some Adidas trakies, black hijab and Tee. A splash of purple and my funky die-dye plimsolls 

(Photography by Taofiq Akinpeju: My other lovely brother)

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Day 1: Leaders In Hijab ~HFW~

This year, I've decided to take part in Hijabi Fashion Week.
I'm Super excited to share my seven looks with you. Today is 'Leaders In Hijab' and I was really trying to channel First Lady, political figure...you catch my drift... Hope you like =)

(Photography by My lovely brother, Teslim Akinpeju)

Cardigan: Forever 21

Neck Scarf: New Look

Skirt: ZBZ creation

Shoes: Primark

Bag: My sister ;-)

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Twins of Faith 2011

Here is an event, not to be missed! Mercy Mission is bringing us a real treat, Twins of Faith Islamic conference at the ExCel center this Saturday 19th of November. Help them make it the BIGGEST Islamic event of 2011 by buying your tickets now at the special rate of HALF PRICE. Just enter the discount code: eidgift321 and CLICK on the link.
I'm really looking forward to all the exciting speakers and poets that are scheduled. And also the Islamic businesses that will be there on the day. This will be an amazing place to network and meet like minded Muslim's and Muslimah's.
InshaAllah I'll be bring you full coverage of the event so check back for exclusive pictures by yours truly, ZBZ.

For more updates visit their Facebook page, and make sure to click on the LIKE button.

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Purple & Cream

On Zahra's last visit to her home country, Nigeria, she decided to expand on her dress making skills by spending one week 'interning' with her local tailor based in Aleshinloye market, Ibadan.
This was a great experience for her as she had had no formal tuition before this and really had the opportunity to consolidate her skills.
On returning home, Zahra ignited a new found love with  her sewing machine and embarked on a few dress making adventures. Some of these were for family, others for herself and some commercial. Nigerian traditional attire worn now a days are made from ankara, which is a cotton based wax print fabric or lace. Other popular fabric choices are guinea and linen. For more pictures of Zahra's personal sewing projects check out her Facebook blog page. Keep your eyes peeled for more exclusive pictures.

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Red Bag

Here are some pictures with one of my prized possessions I stumbled across at LFW 2011.
I threw this outfit together for a friends birthday dinner. I was going for a casual sheek look, and my lovely red bag from Knomo completed the look. 
(Blaser: Zara, Hijab: H&M, Lace Top: New look, Moccasin Shoes: New Look, Maxi Dress: New Look Tall~Kitted out in New Look ;-) 

(Photography by one of my brothers. Lol...forgotten which one. Taofiq & Teslim Akinpeju)

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The Fashion Show ~SNS 2011~

The fashion show at Smoky not Smudgy was definitely the main event. It show cased the talent of six unique designers, Emma Afua Amoafo, Nisaa Collection, Ayeda Couture, ZNZ Fashion, Moroccan Kaftans and Dina Toki-o.

Here are some pictures from the runway. For more exclusive pictures check out the Facebook page.

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ZBZ @ Smoky Not Smudgy 2011

As part of charity week, Imperial ISOC put on a great finale event for sisters only. ZNZ had the pleasure of participating in the much anticipated Fashion Show where the ZBZ Debut collection was presented.

It was a fantastic event which showcased a range of talent. There where six different collections, from African attire by Emma Afua Amoafo to Moroccan Kaftans by Miriam. The other designers that attended were Nisaa Collections, Ayeda Couture and the infamous Dina Toki-o. It was a pleasure meeting such inspirational sisters. A truly fabulous event! For more pictures check out Zahra. BZ's facebok page.

Here are pictures straight off the runway from ZBZ. Enjoy! xx

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