A review on Moniuq 2023 collection: The Untold tales of fashion

When Rachel Zoe said that “Style is a way to say who you are without having to speak,” she was exploring the bond existing between fashion and the digital media.

Besides the showcase of craft and skills, fashion also involves the person wearing the attire. This is why people dress the way they do. It speaks volumes of their personality rather than the need for their body to be adorned with clothes.

Innovation and femininity are a strong combination that a good number of fashion historians have been able to prove that they have greatly enhanced the development of humanity to this day.

While these have produced classic tailoring and the evolution of timeless pieces, the ability of humans to adapt to these changes has been the core strength of fashion.

In ancient cities, fashion was a symbol of affluence. Humans were literally addressed the way they were dressed. Those who were wealthy were usually clothed in garments that were stylish and colourful. While the poor wore clothes that were considered cheap and in neutral colours.

It was not until fashion became a thriving and prominent industry did it allow that clothes should give room for self-expression and not necessarily a person’s societal status. This led to generation of fashion trends and the opportunity for any person to dress in a way that enables them to bask in their cultural pride and personal identity.

This fascinating tale 0f fashion led to the birth of several fashion brands that are committed to achieving this goal. From creating classic styles to punctiliously innovating designs that address the needs of women today. Moniuq stands out as one of such brands.

Established by Monica Enechojo Obaje, Moniuq has extended fashion beyond just adorning bodies. The brand promotes the elevation of women’s identities, particularly African women. Her 2023 collection has been a compilation of pieces that enhance self-expression.

In the aspects where fashion trends are concerned, Moniuq has been able to effectively carve a niche for itself in the global fashion market. From the choice of colour palettes, fabric designs to the outfit styles, the creativity of the Moniuq brand is outstanding.

When a brand that reflects the incorporation of style and elegance into attires is mentioned, Moniuq comes to mind in how they have been able to expand their target audience. A good number of celebrities like Juliet Ibrahim and Mercy Johnson have sometimes rocked Moniuq outfits.

The versatility and sense of awareness that comes with wearing a Moniuq outfit to an event is in the ability of the brand to use its innovations to craft a contemporary style that befits your influence, status and ability to bask in your femininity.

Moniuq’s designs are truly a showcase of creative innovation. With ideas that stemmed from allowing women to confidently rock their sense of fashion in beautiful fabric expressions. This piece in the 2023 collection reflects every vision of the brand.

This tw0-piece wear consisting of wide-legged pants and a short-sleeved crop shirt is an essential wardrobe need for every sophisticated woman.

Only a designer who values creativity can pull this off in a good way and establish a piece that compels the silhouette to exhibit a confident identity.

This piece is strikingly beautiful and sophisticated with an eccentric approach to colour block pocket design. The cropped black shirt with two large pocket designs gives the piece a bold contrast that is captivating. On the other hand, the wide-leg pant style features equally large orange and green pockets, giving the overall appearance a creative and functional feel.

The colour combination of orange, yellow and green fabrics separately used to sew the pockets creates a visual appeal that gives the outfit a playful touch. A perfect style for women who love modern aesthetics.

While the large bold-coloured pockets are eye-catching, the harmony between all three colours should be reevaluated. The orange and green pockets are closely tailored in the pants, making it look slightly heavy and the appearance a little too busy. Perhaps spacing them out a bit by reducing the pocket sizes will radiate a more harmonious look.

This style is not versatile and cannot be worn on every occasion. However, it is a perfect outfit for casual events and gatherings. It can also be adopted as an everyday wear.

This piece in the Moniuq 2023 collection is a remarkable design of a jumpsuit. It combines the unique elements of African and contemporary styles. The outfit design exhibits a lengthy, loosely-fitted silhouette. The fabric is a plaid pattern that was chosen by the designer in subtle earthy tones of warm orange and white.

The plaid fabric is very beautiful and it gives it a traditional feel, which evokes a sense of cultural pride in the wearer. While it blends effortlessly with the modern aesthetic of casual oversized outfits. The creative use of plaid fabric can be seen as a promotion of classic motifs and in this piece, it is represented in a contemporary way.

The outstanding feature of this outfit is the contrasting colours of the pocket design. Creatively placed on the sizes, the pockets give the wearer a playful vibe that proves that this piece is perfect for casual gatherings like birthday parties, child naming ceremonies etc. A little similar to cargo pants because of the side pockets, this jumpsuit is a blend of functionality and the versatility of fashion.

The bodice of the jumpsuit is designed to allow comfort. Flowing freely in wide straight legs that slightly gather at the bottom, the entire length of this outfit suggests that it will perfectly suit any body type as it is not tight fitting. Also, it is a timeless piece that does not require a particular season before it can be worn.

A good feature of this outfit is the shoulder straps that are simple and seamlessly complement the overall look of the jumpsuit. The simplicity of these straps also enables the colour blocking of the pockets to be harmonious and ensures that they are the eye-catching parts of the piece.

However, while the oversized pockets may be visually appealing, they may not appeal to every audience. To some, it may come off as too bold. Also, a woman who loves minimalist looks may not want to draw attention to herself.

For petite body size, the bulkiness of the side pockets would add some volume to the silhouette and extra weight to the hip areas. Practically, this versatile function of the pockets allows the style to be a perfect match for statement accessories.

Lastly, this jumpsuit creates an intriguing look and sets the piece apart from any others in an exhibition. The alternate colour choices add to this effect, making the outfit appealing and distinctive in its design.

Moniuq has successfully created a collection that makes it evident that the designer made choices ‘out of the box.’ As wonderful as these designs look, they present a great opportunity for women who enjoy feeling confident and culturally inclined.