Featuring - Joy Adaeze

Joy Adaeze sense of style always come has a pleasant surprise,she knows how to switch it with different creative concept.Seriously speaking, I got a natural like for her.We love all her vintage elegant style,her choices no doubt smartly balance her looks.Check them all out.

 HOUSE OF MALIQ EXCLUSIVE- Introduce yourself
I am a Nigerian-American style blogger, fashion stylist & writer, living in NYC. I own JoyLovesFashion.com, a fashion blog which showcases my unique personal style. I also most recently ran a daily style blog on essence.com called "Daily Style Chronicles"

HOUSE OF MALIQ EXCLUSIVE-In your own opinion what is Fashion-?
Fashion is being free with yourself and expressing your personal style. It's about finding what works for you and going for it. Its about being inspired and feeling good about yourself all day, everyday!

 HOUSE OF MALIQ EX-How would you describe your personal Style-?
Fun, Innovative & Fearless!

HOUSE OF MALIQ EX-Where do you do your Shopping-?
My mom's vintage stash,Vintage stores around the country,Bloomingdales,ASOS,H&M,Zara,Thrifting.I love a good sample sale!

 HOUSE OF MALIQ EX-Favourite Fragrance-?
Chanel Eau Tendre

HOUSE OF MALIQ EX-Best compliment you've ever received-?
When my mentor & icon Constance White told me I was a magnificent writer and how much she liked my blog. I almost fainted! I also receive a lot of emails from my readers saying how much I have inspired them with my personal style. That is an amazing thing to hear and I am so honored! 

HOUSE OF MALIQ EX-favourite designers? 
Vivienne Tam- she is the master of mixing prints!
Alexander McQueen- no explanation needed lol!
Marc Jacobs- he's brilliant!
Prada- just perfect! I need her retro flame heels asap!
Mary Katrantzou- her digital prints will live in my mind forever : )
Jewel by Lisa's Lisa Folawiyo- She is so creative and has totally revolutionized contemporary African fabric. I wear lots of her clothes!

 HOUSE OF MALIQ EX-3 important things every ladies should have-?
A fabulous LBD (little black dress)Vibrant colored heels- orange, pink and green are great choices- they punch up any outfit.A fierce statement necklace.

HOUSE OF MALIQ EX-What do you think about Shoes, especially heels-?Shoes are magical! They have the power to change the course of any outfit. When it come to heels, I say play around with the many types: kitten heels, platforms, stilettos and flats. Also don't forget to get bold colors and prints! 

HOUSE OF MALIQ EX-Things people do not know about you-?

I have a fascination with identical twins. Also, I went to boarding school in Nigeria for a year when I was 16. And that I am a fabulous dancer!

HOUSE OF MALIQ EX-Who  do you consider a great fashion icon-?
Constance White, the Editor-in-Chief of ESSENCE. It was honor to work so closely with her as her assistant & stylist. She is also my mentor. I love her, she's an amazing person!


HOUSE OF MALIQ EX-What would you never be caught wearing-?
A drab brown hue

HOUSE OF MALIQ -What 5 items do you always have in your purse?

Makeup Forever pink lipstick in #36- my trademark color!
MAC blot powder
Orbit gum
Hand sanitizer: germs are so unsexy
a Fashion Magazine to read on the subway.


HOUSE OF MALIQ EX-Do you see yourself becoming a designer?
Yes, most definitely that is the plan down the line. I see it happening later in my career. I have such a strong point of view and there's so much that I would like to bring to the industry as a designer. Right now my focus is styling and blogging. Then I want to write a book on personal style. When the time is right, I will put on my designer's hat and showcase an innovative and strong collection to the world. I love accessories so they will definitely be incorporated in my collection.

HOUSE OF MALIQ EX-What makes a woman beautiful?

Confidence & a beautiful smile and spirit.

HOUSE OF MALIQ EX-What bad habit drives you crazy?
When people blow their nose in restaurants, not okay.

HOUSE OF MALIQ EX-What's the best fashion advice you can impact on our readers?

Fashion Industry advice: Try out different aspects of the fashion industry (through internships) and find out what you are most passionate about. Then delve into it head first. Get an internship in that specific area. Study & read all there is to know. (The age of the internet has made information very accessible!) Find someone who can mentor you. Ask lots of questions. Never be afraid to ask someone for help or guidance. It will only make you a better and smarter fashion professional.

HOUSE OF MALIQ EX-Style Advice?


 Forget all the fashion "rules" you've heard. Make you own! We are all individuals and have to find our own style voice. Wear what brings out the best in you, whether that be color, prints or cuts. Fashion was made to be fun! When you have fun with your outfits, it shines through and you make an impression on the world.