Happy new month guys, I guess
it is never too late to wish you all a happy new month.
I really can’t believe August
is here already, it was just yesterday we were all wishing each other a happy new
year. This year is really moving on a fast track *in Jenifer’s voice*(lol)
Recall in my last post here. In case you didn’t check, pls check it out here. I mentioned that I would be dishing deets about the NFB yardsale.
This post should have been up
earlier but I’m still struggling with finding time to blog (8-5 job wahala) and
I couldn’t get any pictures from the photographer since I didn’t take any
pictures that day.
Let’s
get started….
CAG
BLOGGERS FORUM
I attended the CAG bloggers
forum on 23rd July, 2016 hosted by the pretty, smart and witty Dako
Alice, the founder and creative director of coloursandgrey.com. This was the
first edition and I’m happy I got a chance to be a part of it.
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Picture from deedeesblog (Dako Alice)
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I got to know about the event through her Instagram account, where she also shared a personal story and the main reason for the forum.
She partnered with some
brands like (Zaron cosmetics, La flame etc) that dished out some freebies to all
the bloggers in attendance.
The event took place at the
Plectrum Hub, Ikeja Lagos and was attended by a lot of bloggers especially
female bloggers (Tonyeigbani, Ify, Alex, Tamuntonye, Thonia banks, just a few
of the many bloggers in attendance). Few familiar faces and I got to make new
friends as well.
The forum was quite
educative, from learning about SEO optimizations, various plugins, digital
marketing and how to maximise the full potentials of one’s blog.
I’m glad to say it was
worthwhile and congratulations to Dako Alice for hosting a successful event.
NFB YARD SALE
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Picture from Cassie Daves blog
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The much anticipated Nigerian
Fashion bloggers Yard sale took place on the 24th July, 2016 at the
Ethnic Heritage center, Ikoyi Lagos. I was so excited to attend the event.
I got to know about the event
through Cassie Daves blog where she mentioned a jacket she got from the first
edition of the yard sale and she also created awareness about the whole
objective of the yard sale. I promised myself that I was going to attend the
next edition.
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Picture from Ifeoma Amadi blog
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The second edition was hosted
to raise funds for Iroto school of catering in Ogun state. Stylish designer pieces were put up for auction.
Basically, the yard sale provided an opportunity for people that have been
lusting on outfits from their favourite fashion bloggers, designers etc to be
able to buy these clothes at a reasonable price (below 5K).
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Picture from Ifeoma Amadi blog
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Picture from Ifeoma Amadi blog
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I decided to volunteer (Well,
volunteering is always something I always wanted to try) I finally got to do
that and also because I wanted to enjoy the event as an insider and not just a
guest. Believe me, it was the best decision ever (big smile).
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Picture from Cassie Daves blog
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A lot of bloggers were in
attendance like Dee Mako, Akinfaminu, the blackwriter, Desiree Iyama, The black rose, Mide Coker, Ifeoma Amadi, Cassie Daves, Fiolakemi, the list goes on.
I met a lot of bloggers that day and I finally got to meet Cassie (Hi Cassie).
I met a lot of bloggers that day and I finally got to meet Cassie (Hi Cassie).
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Picture from Cassie Daves blog
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I was a sales representative
for the day and I was in charge of so many fashion bloggers wardrobe, I didn’t really
get a chance to network and take pictures for zee blog *lol* ( Yeah, I took my job a little too
serious that day *lol*).
I had too much fun with Tonye
(@theblackwriter) and I got to buy a few things (peep my wide sunnies from Dee Mako store). I also had to discipline myself and
there was a little situation with the POS machine (A big sign from God to stop
me from emptying my whole account on clothes that I didn’t exactly need).
I know I omitted a whole lot
of details and the gist isn’t as juicy as expected and I sincerely apologise
for that but I promise to make up for that in my next post.
Were you at the NFB yard
sale? How was your shopping experience?
I’m definitely looking
forward to the next edition of the NFB yardsale and hopefully I will get a
booth to sell my own clothes next time.
It was sad that I missed those two events, I was really preoccupied with stuffs. I enjoyed reading this post. See you at the blogger's brunch
ReplyDeleteBeth fayemi's blog
Thanks dear. See you at the brunch.
DeleteSad that I won't be attending the brunch. Have fun for me
ReplyDeleteAww, now I'm sad too. I'll definitely try and don't worry I will keep you informed.
DeleteCongrats on your new job. Don't worry you'll soon get a hang of it 😉. I wish I could have come for both events but I had other engagements. Definitely won't miss the TBP brunch for anything. Glas you're coming as well. :D Those sunnies though.....lurrve!
ReplyDeleteThanks love😙😙. I'm so glad you will be attending💃💃 more familiar faces at the brunch.
DeleteDon't know why I plan to go for these things and I miss going. Good job still. You're an amazing person!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks dear. You are even more amazing.
DeleteSo happy I met you at the CAG bloggers forum. I didn't get to attend the NFB yard sale and from the pictures it looks like you guys had fun. Next year I'll be sure to attend. Nice post b
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Same here.I'm so glad I met you too. Thanks love😙
DeleteBabe you tried jere this is detailed enough. NYSC is really stopping my shine there are so many events I want to attend but it's not just happening, keep us posted still 👍
ReplyDeleteThanks love, I'm definitely going to keep you updated.
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The events seem very interesting really good you had time to network with people and love those shades from Dee and you look good as always even without makeup 👌🏽💯💜
ReplyDeleteWell done girl, I actually enjoyed reading through (reading loooong post isn't one of my strong points )
ReplyDeleteThanks dear. I really appreciate you for reading through the end. I'm glad you enjoyed the post.
DeleteThank you very much for the review hon... It was a pleasure to meet you and I wished there was actually more time to met you all personally... I hope you make it to the next edition of the bloggers' forum... Mwuaaahhhh
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You are welcome. Likewise, let me mark the date on my calendar.
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