Are you finalising your look or have been let down by your dressmaker?
For the ladies
With this year's theme of African Luxury: Precious Metals, don't be shy to mix your metals. You do not have to go for traditional metallic hues like gold and silver; look at copper, rose gold and pewter as seen at Azzaro's 2019 haute couture show.
Do not be afraid to mix two bold statements at once like Thandie Newton's cut-out and embellished Michael Kors gown she wore at this year's Golden Globe awards. Don't choose colour over design, rather go for unusual shapes and contrasting details.
For the gents:
Accessorise intelligently, i.e a beautiful lapel pin and pocket square can elevate a look without trying too hard, as seen worn by Stephen James in his Ralph Lauren suit and Swarovski lapel pin which he donned at the Golden Globe awards a few weeks ago.
Look for unusual detailing, especially around the collar. Metallic suits can be overwhelming; sometimes a little sparkle can go a long way, perfectly shown by Chadwick Boseman wearing Givenchy haute couture at last year's Oscars.
Modernise a head-to-toe solid-coloured suit by mixing contrasting textures like satin and brocade to keep it sharp and chic like Chadwick Boseman in Atelier Versace, which he showed off at the Golden Globe awards this year.
