GELE

(The head wrap or head-tie popularly called Gele plays an important part in Africa’s fashion styling, specifically in West Africa. There is a saying that “an attire is not complete until it is topped with a gele) 
It has been worn by them for generations, in the olden days 'gele' was worn only by d king wives and the chiefs wives. Exceptions were given for special occasions like weddings,but in recent years it has become an ultimate fashion accessory for important parties and‎​ big (social) events.
Gele comes in different fabrics such as damask, Sinami, Sego, Janis, Ace and aso-oke, a hand-woven fabrics popular amongst the Yorubas for special occasions in Nigeria.
It comes in different colors, sizes, styles and fabrics. When stepping out to an African function or having your own event your outfit is never complete without the head gear. It’s comparable to a bride without make-up on her wedding day.
It gives a matured carriage, beautifies the face and defines the whole attire... We have different styles of gele which include the round, oval, one sided, arc, layers, V-shaped e.t.c.... However below here are certain styles of gele for different occasions, that is, when going to church, parties, bridal or in some cases traditional festivals. 

HAPPY BRIDE

COVERGE: MUD face primer

Milani concealer 
MaryK 600 foundation 
Tara 
BROWS: MUD brow powder 
EYE COLOUR: Elf eye primer, Mud, Sleek 
LIPS: Mud brown pencil and Jordana Peach lip stick
CHEEKS: TARA flare blush

EYES: Mud Black pencil, Sleek mascara and liner. 

Adebola is half Edo and half Yoruba so she decided to combine both cultures on her engagement day she first wore the Benin engagement attire and Yoruba engagement attire later and she looked very gorgeous in them! She's a very conservative dresser so we avoided too much shimmers and gloss (we used little though). She proceeded to Church in her all flowered ivory gown and she was looking stunning in that too..... Remember that rule of makeover that says *do what your bride wants* its her happy day, make her smile!

TAKING GOOD CARE OF YOUR LIPS

It is advisable to buff your lips with toothbrush in d morning, to keep it smooth and healthy. For FULL LIPS we avoid lining and apply only lipstick (dark colors in most cases i.e Wine, Brown) and little gloss on the inner lips to keep it in shape, while for SMALL LIPS we might decide to line it to emphasis it a little or just use lipstick and gloss. This gives your lips an irresistible look at all times.

When it comes to applying lip liner, ladies mostly make the mistake of choosing a shade that's much darker than their lipstick. The lip liner isn't to stand out on its own, it's to help define your lips, make your lipstick last all day, and to keep it from bleeding into fine lines. It's best to choose a lip liner that's either the exact shade as your lip colour or in a neutral colour.
 Choose a right lipstick color, The color of the lipstick must compliment your complexion. Otherwise, you will look over or funny.
Here is another important lips tip for you. Always choose a lip color that matches with the occasion. A red color lipstick is good for a party or night function but not always suitable for day time or at a business meetings. Lighter and nudes shades are good for office and casual use.

Coverage: MUD eye primer

MaryK 600 foundation

IMAN Clay Medium Dark

Brows: JORDANA Pencil

Sleek Brow powder

Eye Colour/Shadows: Sleek Sunset 568

Lips: JORDANA Wine pencil

Estee lauder pink lipstick

Cheek: TARA flare blush

Engagement makeup is very loud depending on the person wearing it, this is a Yoruba Engagement makeover and the Head gear is comfortably tight and well arranged. Also the shadows complement the "gele" and the lips just soothes the face

BROWS

Did you know that your eyebrows can change the entire way your face looks? Whether you’re happy, sad, confused or angry, your brows will usually convey your mood first. Trust us with your brows: we discover the brow shape, shapen them out with thread, tweezer or blade and fill them with quality pencil and the best brow powder.... Leaving it well defined, very light and long lasting.