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An Ode To Ripped Jeans
Ripped Jeans are one of the most stylish must haves for both ladies and men right now and it gets better with each new design. Before now, the trend looked extreme and one that would be in one season and out the next, but this style has remained.
Trends fizzle out over time, but the ripped/distressed jeans never seemed like one to remain. years later.
Who would have thought denim cut up into pieces in any way, shredded or slashed would become a thing and stay hot?
The ripped/distressed denim trend made a major appearance in 2013 and they have been reemerging in more bold styles season after season making style enthusiasts give the bold look a second thought, happily pairing it in different ways.
Perfect with a well-tailored blazer on ladies or guys creates one of the most effortlessly chic androgynous look for ladies the ‘rip’ gives the look an edgier feel, especially when much more extggerated and doring in different styles like boyfriend, acid wash and plain ‘slashed’ giving the finished look a bold yet effortless feel to it.
The trick is to pick ‘rip styles’ that are not unnecessarily funny (though this again depend on your style and how you can pull it off), it is best to go with styles that fit a lot more when paired for different styles.
They can be paired basic as well as they can be dressed up or made casual. They have become celebrities’ favourite all around the world, it is a look reserved for the bold and stylish fashion lover who loves to bring a bit of drama to his/her get-up.
The major thing you cannot take away from the ripped denim is the stylish drama it brings with it.
Popular businessman and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, aka Cubana Chief Priest, has said that his relationship with singer Davido is beyond money and gossip.
He stated this in a recent interview with BBC Igbo.
“Davido is my friend. He is my in-law; he married Chioma who is from Imo State where I hail from.
“So the relationship I have with Davido is beyond money and gossip,” he said.
DAILY POST reports that Chief Priest disclosed via his Instagram page that his outfit for the wedding of the singer, Davido and his wife, Chioma, in Lagos on Tuesday cost seven million Naira.
The socialite recently appreciated Davido for not “discarding” Chioma.
He stated that the DMW boss has made Imo State proud by choosing to marry from the state.
Nigerian singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has lent her voice to the ongoing anti-tax hike protests in Kenya.
The Tide’s source reports that Kenyan youths are marching against tax hike in widespread demonstrations tagged ‘RejectFinanceBill2024.’
Five people were shot dead and dozens wounded after police clashed with protesters who stormed the parliament building in Nairobi on Tuesday, according to Amnesty Kenya.
Reacting via her X handle on Tuesday night, Simi declared her support for the demonstrators.
She stated that “it is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights.”
The singer wrote, “I stand with the people of Kenya. It is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights. Godspeed and Strength. [Hash tag] RejectFinanceBill2024.”
In a series of other posts, she wrote: “Wow. When you’ve had enough, the fight is almost inevitable.
“African leaders- have not you done enough?
“I can’t wait for the day Africa is not a weapon fashioned against Africans. All of this amazing Black power and human resource, but the majority are not likely to thrive unless they run.”
Famous Nigerian Afrobeat singer, Davido was spotted among other top artistes at Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour concert in Atlanta, Georgia.
Asake’s performance at his sold-out show at the 17,000-capacity State Farm Arena in Atlanta began on August 16, 2024, and is set to run for 10 days.
In a trending video on social media, Davido appeared backstage with American rapper Quavo to support Asake during the live performance.
Other musicians in attendance included Nigerian hitmaker Zlatan and American rapper Russ Millions.
The Tide’s source reports that Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour is set to cover six U.S. cities, where he will headline notable venues including Madison Square Garden in New York, the Toyota Center in Houston, and the State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
Asake’s tour comes just days after the release of his latest hit, ‘Lungu Boy,’ which features several superstars, including Wizkid, British rappers Central Cee and Stormzy, Travis Scott and Brazilian singer Ludmilla.
‘Lungu Boy’ set a new record for the biggest opening week on Spotify Nigeria, garnering 18.9 million streams in its opening week and breaking the previous record of 14.4 million streams held by Davido’s ‘Timeless.’