Community Forum

For weddings and special occasions, the approach may be different because lighting, photography, outfit colours and the length of the event all influence the final result.

Here are a few things worth considering when choosing a makeup style.

1. Start with skin preparation

Clean skin and suitable moisturiser can help makeup apply more evenly. If you use sunscreen during the day, allow it to settle before applying your makeup.

2. Choose a base that suits your skin

The goal isn't necessarily to cover every natural feature. Choose a foundation or skin tint that matches your skin tone and offers the level of coverage you actually want.

3. Keep the overall look balanced

If you prefer bold eye makeup, a softer lip colour can create balance. If you love a bright lipstick, keeping the eye makeup simple is another option. There are no strict rules, so personal preference matters.

4. Consider the occasion

A daytime family gathering, an office event and a wedding reception may call for different finishes. Makeup that looks subtle in natural light can appear different under flash photography or warm indoor lighting.

5. Prioritise comfort

Products should feel comfortable on your skin. If something causes burning, itching or irritation, stop using it rather than trying to cover the reaction with more makeup.

Personally, I think good makeup should help someone feel confident rather than make them feel that they need to hide every natural feature.

What do you prefer: a natural, minimal makeup look or a more glamorous look with defined eyes and a bold lip? And does your preference change depending on the occasion?

The evening promises an unforgettable experience. Guests will enjoy live performances from some of Nigeria’s finest musicians, each performing only their original works. With no DJs in sight, the atmosphere will be filled with authentic, unfiltered Nigerian music. As a special gift, attendees will also receive a custom-made OLOKO Designs T-shirt.

Each 100% cotton shirt, proudly made in Nigeria, will feature bold African-inspired patterns—unique designs created exclusively for this event.

No Nigerian celebration is complete without food, and Ms. Johnson is taking charge of the menu herself. On offer will be an abundant spread: jollof rice, fried rice, coconut rice, tigernut rice, and corn rice, alongside traditional staples like eba and amala.

The feast will be rounded out with a variety of soups, including banga, edikaikong, egusi, and ewedu, plus an assortment of fresh vegetables.

In line with her healthy lifestyle, Ms. Johnson has chosen to forgo alcohol and soft drinks. Instead, guests will be refreshed with freshly squeezed juices—orange, lemon, lime, guava, pawpaw, pineapple, and of course, natural coconut water.

The celebration takes place on October 1st, 2025, with only 100 exclusive spots available. Though I’m a loyal patron of X1 SJ Boutique, I won’t be attending this year.

After the daily grind of life in Nigeria, I’ll be choosing rest and sleep over the party atmosphere. As anything Sade Johnson it promises to be a night to remember i have talked her into packaging the food and selling the food to me.