yel Magazine
The Yel Magazine is a Cosmo fashion look book, inspired by new age contemporary creators and rich historic fashion creations. Our aim is to feature the works of fashion designers, creators and artists in the fashion industry from all over the world. The look book will feature all forms of fashion expressions from runway styles, urban pieces, cultural and western style blends, make up artistry, wardrobe inspiration, etc. We particularly want to give a voice to minority creators in the industry.
The Yel Magazine is a Cosmo fashion look book, inspired by new age contemporary creators and rich historic fashion creations. Our aim is to feature the works of fashion designers, creators and artists in the fashion industry from all over the world. The look book will feature all forms of fashion expressions from runway styles, urban pieces, cultural and western style blends, make up artistry, wardrobe inspiration, etc. We particularly want to give a voice to minority creators in the industry.
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Dresses
The convertible “Kiki” dress / The “ama” dress top / The “Ellen” off shoulder dress
The “Daija” three piece / The "Morenikeji" convertible jean-ankara dress
The "Omokemi" traditional bride dress, "Morenikeji" bridesmaid dress
Elegant
in Denim
Model /
Daija Coles
Model /
Kiara Arnold
Editorial Design and Art Direction / Tobi Adesina
Photographer /Jeff of Jazzystudios
Makeup artist / Ijeoma B. artistry
Hair and Creative direction / Nina(@marceniab)
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Contact hello@yelestitches.com shop shop@yelestiches.com
To submit entries for the lookbook, visit our website www.yelestitches.com
The coral
big sleeve top
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Model / Daija Coles
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This “Daija” three piece features an
exaggerated sleeved organza jacket, a simple
bra top and coral denim pants.
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The "Morenikeji"
convertible
jean-ankara dress
Model / Kiara Arnold
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The "Morenikeji" convertible jean-ankara dress
is made as a traditional bridesmaid dress to
be-fit the "Omokemi" traditional bride dress.
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This dress can be worn short, long or
as a tea-length dress.
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The "Omokemi"
Iro and Buba
bride dress
Model / Daija Coles
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Model / Kiara Arnold & Daija Coles
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Iro and Buba (Wrapper and Top) is a traditional outfit
worn by Yoruba women in Nigeria. The "Omokemi"
Iro and Buba is unique in that it is made of Jean
fabric and accented with Ankara fabric cut outs.
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Long straight flowery
and jean dress
Model / Kiara Arnold
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The convertible
"kiki” dress
Model / Kiara Arnold
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It can be worn in two different ways; as a
long mermaid dress or a short puff gown.
The bow inspired mutton sleeve is also a
sight to behold.
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The convertible “Kiki” dress made with soft
denim on the upper part and brocade
chiffon on the lower fuller .
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This two piece jacket and pants are made from African print Ankara fabric and wool
to accent the sleeves and pants. The Ankara gown with a detachable cape has its
sleeves, turtle neck and cape made from wool.
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These outfits were made to capture the fall season. The
orange color and leaves pattern were intentional to pass this
message across” even though it’s fall season, we rise”
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