Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!! :-)

I would love to send a very Lovely Merry Christmas  and Happy Holidays to all House of Dara fans and family! 

It has been a wonderful year, and I am so grateful to God for bringing us this far!! and even more I am so excited as to what next year will bring. 

I think this is the happiest I have been in all the Christmas season I have been through thus far. I must admit it was all so jolly in the beginning of the season due to some technicalities with the greetings "Merry Christmas" and "Xmas. 

The service I attended at church today put all this to rest, as I felt "X" many times represented the unknown. For this reason I did not really support this word, as I felt the reason for the season is Christ and "happy holidays" was a good way to share this season with everyone. Not to get too technical but this is just how I felt.

The service today though made me understand that it does not matter whether people are trying to get rid of Christmas as an holiday or use Xmas as way to make this season general to all, all that matters is that 

Jesus was born. 

The analogy he used was that in the olden days his father did not know the exact date he was born but the fact that he had him (the pastor) was evident that he did surface this earth.

So, I am just taking this moment to Thank God for coming to this earth to save you and myself, and for giving us the grace to  be alive, to Love and be loved, and to share these days and moments with family and friends.

For those who see this season and remember lost family and friends I pray that the Lord will continue to comfort you and keep you.

I Hope you find a friend in Jesus the comforter. 

Thank you House of Dara Family and social media fan base and followers all for your support and Love!!!

P.s these next couple of days I am going to call binge blogging cause there are a few moments  have not yet posted

And would be no good next year so keep looking out for new posts 

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.

~ D.D ~

Dream Cam

Hey everyone been busy with end of school and vacay lol but wanted to update you all on what I've been up to this December.  With 2013 approaching I've been looking out for a new camera Because believe it or not photoshoots are expensive!! yea I said it they are lol. So, I have been thinking of investing in a really good camera

in order to take some simple shots once in a while and share.

I am not looking to be a professional but this will be something new to me and

would increase my knowledge base in the fashion wold. After much research and web surfing 

I found this stunnnnnnning camera the Nikon D3X beautiful 

the sample shots look stunning and i fell in love with the camera! lol but not so much the price

yea its over $7000.00 for this bad boy. So I have decided to put it on my 

one day I am going to get you list (wish list).

Although stunning taking a trip to one of the stores I learnt you really dont need the most expensive

gaget on the market to get the Job done. 

He taught me that it is better to invest in a good camera base and an excellent lens (the part the sticks out).

This made a lot of sense so once I get my mix ill holla at you all !!

For now we can continue to dream

one love

~D.D~

New Winter Collection coming soon

Hello folks, Hope everyone is having a wonderful day. So whats up with me of late, been spending sometime in the fashion world recently looking into what this winter has in stalled for us and am I am excited!!

 Why? cause im actually gonna take a go at it. Watching project runway one of the most influential fashion designers of all time was mentioned Karl Lagerfeld, so I decided (like i usually do) to take a look at his website and designs and I am inspired!! 

First of all his collection is fab and they are clothes one can easily mix and match to make stunning outfits, juuuuuussstt at a much more expensive price. But its cool we'll get there someday soon. I enjoyed his look which consisted mostly of dark leather colours and metallic golds & silver. Here are some of my faves from his kollection

                     

               Gucci                                    Karl                    

Belted Crepe  Black dress              Dahli faux leather dress

I LOVEEE!!! Karl's leather dress ! Love it!

Some photos from his current collection

 
 
I personally think a must have this winter is a pair
leather pants or tights, perfect for all your tops and T-shirts.

This winter seems to be filled with a huge mix of trends all happening at the same time you've got nail polish trends to jackets and prints.

Although this makes it a little difficult to figure out what ones style is, it is important one remembers you cannot follow all the trends. Find two or three that you like and make your mix out of it. Personally for my wardrobe it seems to be filled with more knits  and chiffon than I've worn in a long time. On the other hand business wise I seem to be loving the dark winter with more blacks, metallic gold and silver and a touch of Vibrant bright colours.
Currently coming up with some designs for a fabulous  2012/2013 winter collection.
This would be our First winter collection so pray for us and wish us all the best!

For a total low down of all the trends this winter and how you can rock your style
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BLACK FRIDAY WEEKEND SALE!!

Its finally BLACK FRIDAY!!!! Yes it's the day many women and men, young and old have been waiting for in North America (LOL). Black Friday is usually during the Thanksgiving period in the United States, but its a tradition that the Canadians are beginning to integrate into their culture. There are sales all over from store front to now online stores as well as This year Cyber Monday. This is the official day for online sales, but for my amazing customers House of Dara sales begins TODAY!!

Check out the flyers and amazing sales on the House of Dara shop online!!

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Basketmouth Hosts a wedding in the states

Hey Everyone,

Happy Thursday, surfing the web I just stumbled on one of, if not the funniest nigerian wedding clips. This clip features a beautiful Nigerian wedding renewal in which one of our funniest comedians Basketmouth is made the Master of Ceremony. 

Congratulations to the couple renewing their vows and to
and to basketmouth as he also wedded this year. 

We want to know what you think of the clip. 

Enjoy!

For more information and clips of basket mouth click 

Here

~D.D~

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Project Runway All Star (SeasonTwo) Kicks off

Im a follower of many, many shows with project runway being one of them, and I'm already excited for   season two of Project runway all stars. With  a new host supermodel Carolyn Murphy and Marie Claire editor and chief Joanna Coles  replacing tim, new judges and the best of the best designers this season is bound to be a whole lot of fun.  I am already in love with the winning outfit from episode one and had to share.

This seasons cast include:

Wendy Pepper (Season 1)
Andrea Gonzalo (Season 2)
Uli Herzner (Season 3)
Kayne Gillaspie (Season 3)
Suede Baum (Season 5)
Althea Harper (Season 6)
Emilio Sosa (Season 7)
Casanova (Season 8)
Peach Carr (Season 8)
Ivy Higa (Season 8)
Anthony Ryan Auld ( Season 9)
Laura Kathleen Planck (Season 9)
Joshua McKinley (Season 9)

Here is the winning look by Anthony Ryan

The back of the top is just stunning!

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Have a great weekend!

~D.D~

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Bow-ties In all its glory

I had to write a post on this because bow-ties are EVERYWHERE!! lol  at school, on the train, bus, kids, adults, men and women are rocking their bow-ties in the most unique ways. As you know, House of Dara makes bright and vibrant customized bow ties which are sure to outshine the rest lol. So, I thought I should get some pics that can give everyone an idea of how to rock their bow ties! 

Lets get this show started!

House of Dara Unisex Bowtie
Order here

Lets start with the ladies

Check out the ladies- 

I like the Bow-tie but not too sure on Rihanna's Jacket

Now to the men

Love the Zebra tie. 

Bow ties can be worn with 

a button up shirt, a jacket or a blazer.

Janelle             Miley                   Kendall                Carrie
Janelle has to be my fav next to Kendall

 This is how I rock mine!
Send in pics of how you rock your House of Dara Bowtie and Accesseries and we''ll post it
info@houseofdara.com

Myself & Toke@Her B-day Dinner

House of Dara Unisex Bow-ties are made with Ankara .This is a traditional worn in West Africa (Nigeria) The colours are bright and vibrant ready for any special occasion or a day out with the friends
House of Dara Unisex bow-ties are also available as hair clips and headbands.House of Dara Bowtie
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~D. D~

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Tiwa Savage! Song of the day

Hey everyone, One of my main girls and also one of Tiwas biggest fans (the amazing Olatoke :D)  posted this video link on my Facebook page and I 

had to share it with everyone. Love it! 

For people who may not know, I was born in Nigeria (West Africa) and 

the language my family speaks is called Yoruba. 

The song is  a mix of Yoruba and English 

called " Ife Wa Gbona"By Tiwa Savage 

meaning "Our love is hot" She is an inspiration

 to many who believe that one day they can make it big.

One thing I learnt from her story is that making it big does not mean you have to be 

the center of attention, 

as some of her greatest achievements include being a backup singer

for artists such as Mary J Blige and Chaka Khan. 

Take a moment to listen to her music you will enjoy it

Let us know what you think of the song

~Dara. D~

For more info on Tiwatope Savage  AKA Tiwa Savage
click HERE

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Free T-Shirts! :)

Join House of Dara in the quest to get to  500 "Likes" this year! Like our page for a chance to win a House Of Dara T-Shirt.  In order to determine who the winner of this T-Shirt will be, once we have reached 500 likes, all people that have liked our Fan Page will have their name put into a draw.  Then the one male and one female winner will be mailed 

to the winners.

T-Shirts will be mailed out on December 20, 2012

"Like" our page Here

for your chance to win

If you are not following us on twitter do so now!

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Fashion Face off! Who Wore It Best?!?

Yes! I watched the debate lol me and the rest of the world, and I must say what a way to end the night by seeing 

The Fist Lady Michelle Obama and Ann Romney rock their Hot Pink

attire on Breast Cancer Awareness month. 

Both ladies looked stunning, but you know we gotta ask the Question 

Who Wore it Best in 

debate One (Blue & Cream attire) and debate two (Pink attire)

debate One (Blue & Cream attire) 

Looking forward to hearing from you!

~ D.D ~

Night Walkers Ugly pretty or Pretty Ugly?? You pick

Night walkers... now if you havent seen these shoes yet its one your bound to see by next summer

At one of the shows House of Dara attended this year 

I saw a guest wearing one of these night walkers, and I thought woah! 

who wears something like that lol they just looked odd 

so, I researched them and found out they are called Night Walkers. 

There are night walkers and Night riders (which are pretty much the boots). 

Most of these speak out loud shoes are designed By Jeffery Campbell

These are the type of shoes you either Love them or dont.

I love that the websites page description 

"to rid the world of ugly shoes one pair at a time"

That said I want to know what you think 

are these Ugly Pretty or Pretty Ugly!?

I personally am starting to see the ugly pretty in them and would

love a House of Dara Photo shoot with these shoes. 

I just wonder what it does to ones feet or leg longterm.. 

but thats the nursing student in me talking

You can post as "anonymous" if you so choose. 

Night walkers

Other Designs

Night walkers

To Find out where to get these shoes with free shipping worldwide and more pic

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Funke Akindele!! (Inspiration for all 1)

I have decided to Start a segment called "Inspiration For All".  Being in the fashion industry or any business at all, it is essential that one always stays motivated so as not to lose sight of their goal.  As a result,  throughout this segment I will be sharing with you different bits, pieces, and people that inspire me to keep on moving.

If you have anything you feel inspires you feel free to 

email info@houseofdara.com and 

if it inspires me I'll share it.

Let's start off with this young woman I am a huge fan of... Funke Akindele!

Now Mrs Funke A. Oloyede

(Love this Teal pumpkin dress on her) 

Funke Akindele, popularly known as Jenifa is one of the biggest actresses in the yoruba movie industry and I love what she is all about. In her breakout movie "Jenifa"  she plays a hilarious character which pretty much showcases yoruba (Nigerian language) movies in mainstream african entertainment. What I loved about her and the movie was that it was not only about laughs and games, it also sent a message educating individuals about the truth on the

Human Immunodeficiency Virus infection (HIV)/Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome ( AIDS). 

So why am so inspired by her? I just happened to see a snippet of  an interview put together by Dudu -Afric- AH  and Telafric. The interview reveals that she is a believer of being yourself, following your dreams even if it means "hustling" for it in the beginning. Most importantly, she also speaks on disciplining yourself to be respectful to your fans and always have them in mind.

Snippet 

To view the full interview with TelAfric & Dudu -Afric- AH of Funke Akindele

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The Year of Weddings!!!

Yes I have been MIA (Missing in Action) for a couple of weeks but school started so had to settle in a little.
Now this summer I have attended 3 weddings and believe it or not this is a small number compared to the amount of weddings some people may have attended. Even celebrity weddings was at some high this year.
So,  I am going to share with you some of our fabulous  customized T shirts of this summer.

Enjoy!  D.D

Tolu and Temitope Samuel

 Customized print only T shirt

Ade & Ehi Mabo

 Customized handmade sewn on design using felt.

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New Customized Clothing and Accessories By HOD

House of Dara now provides jewellery and accessories and I am so excited for this 

as this opens up new doors and opportunities.

As we celebrate House of Dara's 1 year Anniversary

July 29, 2012

I would like to thank God and everyone that has supported House of Dara T shirts. Wheter it be by being a fan through liking our Facebook page, buying T- shirts or Tank tops for even telling others about us

 Love you all!!!

To celebrate this wonderful day House of Dara now provides ankara (Nigerian Traditional material used for everyday clothing and special occasions) hair clips, earrings and coming soon...rings and headties. We also provide Felt earrings.

Look out for changes on the HOD website this week

House of Dara provides customized and hand made designed 

T shirt  for bridal  and Birthday parties, 

Church and Business events, and your everyday look.

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 Ankara Hair clips
Available in Bright Vibrant Colours ready to wear with your skirt or
T-shirt and good for all hair types
Can be customized to make a head band

House of Dara Tribal Earrings

House of Dara Skirts

to customize yours, email us at 

info@houseofdara.com

Shop Here

House of Dara bow tie hair clip can be customized to match 

your shirt or skirt.

House of Dara  

Felt/Ankara and Button Earrings

Available in many other colours.

Here

House of Dara Bracelet.