Aso Ebi is bae! What is a Nigerian party without Aso Ebi? Honestly, it is such a unique culture that is now internationally recognized and I am so proud of.
Shall we talk of Aso Ebi without throwing salute to our amazing designers who make creative outlooks from these fabrics. Too many gorgeous styles created and many more to come.
So, when does Aso Ebi styling go wrong? Let me take you back to a viral video I stumbled across on Instagram recently. Hopefully my descriptive powers will help you relate in case you haven’t seen it yet.
It was a short clip from a TV show, a female guest and a male host. Now this pretty lady is dressed in a yellow bodycon dress, looking all corporate and cheeky with her nude plumps, I must say, an exquisite look. And as the show goes on, Mr. Host decides to tell her to tweak; well in context to the kind of show it is.
She stood up to this task with such joy, you can tell her figure 8 and bubble butt was not a waste when it comes to tweaking. She turns her behind to face the camera and as she pushes her butt to start the ‘exercise’, we heard rippling sounds and bare subtle flesh was all that popped out. At this time everyone knew that Aso Ebi styling has gone wrong.
Of course you can tell how it ended, and if you can’t, imagine your immediate reaction if it were you. Anyways, what I am trying to point out here is how your Aso Ebi style can go wrong:
Don’t Tight That Body
I know the story above is not Aso Ebi, but all that tight fitted dress just to show shape in Aso Ebi, kolewerk because you are there for a party. You don’t want to be uncomfortable to dance your heart out, simply because of one tight dress. A fitted dress? Yes. A tight dress is a NO. What will happen after eating all that small chops with Amala? Or when the DJ turns up that favorite jam.
Too many cases of busted zips and torn dresses from these situations. Asides bad tailoring or material or whatever the case maybe, it could have been avoided if there was a little space. Looking snatched is good, but don’t tight that body, leave room for enjoyment.
Less Exposure
I am sure I am going to sound like a broken record in line with others singing this. Looking sexy does not necessarily mean more should be revealed, especially for aso ebi styling. First things first, for you to be in aso ebi means you are attending someone else’s party. This rule doesn’t apply to only wedding parties but all kinds. And yes I know I am in the millennial age and it really doesn’t matter. But styling your aso ebi should be less revealing. Avoid see-throughs, sky-high slits, over revealing cleavages and you know the rest. No one is controlling how you like to dress, but for the purpose of aso ebi, and the celebrant’s party, kindly contribute to the saneness of the party.
Combine Right Accessories
Of course the dress design of your Aso Ebi will determine the kind of accessories to be used. But in most cases, we see clutch purses used with a matching colour of heel shoe. Quite ideal, but let’s also put in check jewelries, when to wear one and when not to wear. When to use a loud earring and when to go on stud. When to use a bracelet or wrist watch and when not to.
The rhyme of colour tone with your shoes and bag. Please for the sake of the glam, do not use a belt that is not the fabric material on any Ankara or lace for Aso Ebi styling! I really can’t phantom any reason why such blunder should be committed.
Finally, be as comfortable as possible, yes high heel shoes, but get the inch that would be easier for you to carry. I can’t begin to over emphasize how awkward it is walking in shoes that are not comfortable for you. An important rule – always hold a nice sandal along. Because the fun will get real, and you don’t want to be caught on barefoot or bathroom slippers. Be like the 5 wise virgins, in this case, never to be caught un-fresh!
