Inspired by her alma mater, Queen's College, the designer gives us school-girl chic
Being a creative means finding inspiration in the mundane. Something that's ordinary to someone else could be a source of creativity and that's exactly what happened to Titi Belo. Reminiscing on school days led to this new collection which transports us back to school with these chic looks.
Titi Belo's showcase at LFDW 2017 was a stand out show for a variety of reasons. The main one being, the designer did what no designer had done before and paid homage to her alma mater Queen's College.
Inspiration
Titi was inspired by the school's colours and uniform which she used as a palette for the collection. Models stormed the runway in slogan t-shirts and school-girl minis with all the confidence of a girl gang you wish you could be a part of.
According to the designer, the Titi Belo label began long before their clothes began to grace runways and get noticed by the who's who of the fashion industry. The brand began in the heart of Queen's College, Lagos and the school's corridors were Titi's very first runway.
Posting a picture of her posing in an all white ensemble accessorised with monochrome boxer boots and a diamante slogan belt, Titi laughs at her style choice but nevertheless credits the outfit for the birth of her collection.
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An innovative and nostalgic collection
The main colours for this collection were blue and white which Titi explains were the school colours she remembers. The silhouettes are a more sophisticated version of a school uniform that can be worn by the modern, fashionable woman who still wants to look chic and stylish with a hint of playfulness.
Overall, Titi Belo has managed to stand out from the fashion designer crowd with this innovative and nostalgic theme which every woman can certainly relate to.