For a long time, I've felt like I was alone in the blogosphere. Aside people I follow online, I have no blogger friend... you know, a real buddy. I also felt the need to have one person to speak the same language with, share ideas, take each others' photos, etc. I must say, I was on the verge of quitting early this year, but I kept encouraging myself and learning why I had prompts to quit. Then I read from a blog that one of the reasons bloggers quit and some full-proof solutions. One thing that resonated with me was the need to network with other bloggers.

I have been wanting to write about this for some time, but I've always been concerned about how people will view it. However, I needed to remind myself that people will always talk about you nonetheless, so, "What the heck?" Go ahead and speak your mind.

A blemish-free beautiful skin is a big deal for women all around the world, which is why I can't begin to stress the importance of having one. From having an appealing appearance, confidently going out without makeup, being able to wear whatever you like without any form of shame, you name it. Problem is, organic skincare products are for some reasons quite exorbitant. Also, since the trend began, it is as though the focus is on skin whitening; I shudder when I see ADs on instagram about; halfcaste cream, snow white cream, etc. I also opted for natural ingredients/products because I was sure of what will be in my soap/cream and also know what to expect.

Minimalism is quite an untapped fashion trend in Nigeria. I have noticed that people find it strange if not ridiculous that I never wear bold colours or that most of my wardrobe items are black, which is one of the reasons I believe I haven't been quite as successful as I wish to be as a minimal style blogger in Nigeria.

I dedicated this month to seeking out Naija brands. I mean, I am so into patronizing Nigerian products now without apologies. I think I am more glad that we are growing beyond producing fake or low quality products, to producing products that can compete with some international brands.