I’m a big believer in the importance of women empowering women. Since I started blogging, I must admit that I’ve reached out to quit a few bloggers. I’m extremely happy and positively surprised with the level of help that some women are ready to give. They’ve answered my questions, agreed to talk to me on the phone and given me precious pieces of advice.
I follow a lot of fashion bloggers on Instagram but I still managed to come up with a list of 10 of my favorite fashionistas that I look up to when it comes to blogging. In the process of defining your own style, it is often suggested to identify 3 to 5 fashion icons whose style you would love to have. People often think of celebrities (for me it will always be the one and only Olivia Palermo!) but fashion bloggers who have, over the past few years, established themselves as trendsetters are more and more considered like fashion icons. The 10 bloggers that I’m presenting to you today all have one thing in common: colorful wardrobes. My absolute happiness!
1 – J’Adore Fashion
Stella Uzo, who’ve recently revealed her baby bump on Instagram is the epitome of class. This Atlanta-based blogger, who launched her blog back in 2008 mixes prints and patterns like no other. Her instagram account is a piece of art. With Stella, it’s work outfits, casual outfits or ball gowns, all with class and sophistication.
Instagram: @jadorefashion
2 – Awed by Monica
Another girl from Atlanta who doesn’t cease to amaze us with her whimsical and eclectic choices of clothing. Monica Awed-Etuk dares to wear and it works for her. She chooses what I call statement pieces and mixes unpredictable pieces of clothing together for a result to die for. She recently spent a few days in Lagos, Nigeria and the clothes that she brought back from the local designers confirms the fact that she knows what she is talking about.
Instagram: @awedbymoni
3 – Simply Cyn
Here’s our traveler. Good food, nice places, big hair and beautiful colorful outfits: the perfect combination! This attorney lives in New York City and makes us travel with every instagram picture that she posts whether it be NYC or Morocco. Cynthia often uses beautiful colorful walls, jaw-dropping landscapes or vibrant city scenes has background for her pictures.
Instagram: @simplycyn
4 – Style Pantry
This girl is the ultimate fashionista who makes everyone of her outfits look effortless. Folake Huntoon makes fashion look accessible and good taste possible for everyone. She wears clothes from her closet and brings out pieces that she’s worn before and revisits them just like the normal girl would. You would never see her wearing ultra sexy clothes outrageous pieces. She wears long skirts, maxi dresses, palazzo pants. We can re-create her styles and that’s what makes her 519.000 followers on instagram so loyal to her.
Instagram: @stylepantry
5 – Scheena Donia
Our Frenchy – originally from Gabon – is one of my favorite African fashion aficionados. She lives and breathes African fashion and is 100% for the small designer trying to make a name for himself. On this list, Scheena is the only one that I would not qualify as a color addict. She goes for neutral tones and it suits her to the t. This single mother of 4 shares her looks but also her reality with her children. We love that about her.
Instagram: @scheenadonia
6 – Styled By Rida
Afua Rida, from Ghana, is not only a fashion blogger but also a personal stylist and a lover of African fashion. She was revealed to the public when she worked as the fashion stylist for the widely popular Ghanaian series An African City which is the African version of Sex in the City. Afua will make you discover the most stylish and modern pieces from African designers.
Instagram: @afuarida
7– Living my Bliss in Style
Karen, who recently created her own brand, Bliss Collection, will never be caught looking anything but flawless. She always has her high heels on, her perfect face beat and the cutest clutch as if she was ready to hit the runway. Her outfits are perfect for wedding guests or any high end event you might be invited to.
Instagram: @living_my_bliss_in_style
8– Downtown Demure
For those of you who are still wondering what modest fashion is, Elizabeth lets you know everything about it. This Christ lover is all about being fashionable and praising God. Liz is not about wearing outfit revealing cleavage or legs. Modest fashion is basically fashion for women who decided to serve God and who want their outfits to reflect it. With Liz, forget about the image of the traditional God follower. She is proof that we can follow God and yet be stylish.
Instagram: @downtowndemure
9 – Prissysavvy
Priscilla is dressing you up for work. She is the ultimate professional outfit guru. Always looking corporate chic, Prissy gives us work pants, sassy blouses and Louboutin shoes.
Instagram: @prissysavvy
10 – Irony of Ashi
Agatha, the fabulous blogger behind Irony of Ashi gives us closet envy. Her choices of African inspired outfits are just to die for. She mixes African with other styles and it works! From shorts, to jumpsuits and dresses, Agatha is not scared to dare and we love it about her. Her Instagram account is a pure pleasure.
Instagram: @ironyofashi
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