Lifestyle
Wazupnaija – Naija Entertainment blogs & Forums – Lifestyle
One Week With the 2020 Lexus LX 570—Big Grille, Big SUV
As far as luxury body-on-frame family SUVs go, the Lexus LX 570 sits toward the top of the lineup in terms of capability. In terms of technology and design? Not so much. Just when you thought the enormous grille couldn’t get any bigger, it grew. And because the current generation debuted in 2007 (the year I graduated from high school), the technology and packaging are pretty old. Still, the 2020 Lexus LX 570 can go where most SUVs can’t. And that’s a big deal. For the 2020 model year, Lexus launched a new Sport package, the contents of which are difficult to spot. Available only for the three-row model, the package adds a slightly different grille and front fascia, while the side-view mirrors have body color and chrome accents. Inside, a new black headliner dresses up the...
2020 Chevy Blazer Turbo Review: Still Charming, But Delivered Unevenly
Don’t half-ass your Blazer. Chevy’s charismatic midsize SUV shines brightest in RS form, where it really does act like the V-6 Camaro of SUVs. But the new turbocharged 2020 Blazer doesn’t captivate in quite the same way. Although the 2020 Chevrolet Blazer 2.0T in 3LT trim was mostly enjoyable to drive, this mid-level model left us wanting more. Here’s what the Blazer does right and what it could do better. The 2020 Blazer’s first issue is the Equinox, or the fact that both spacious SUVs have about the same amount of cargo space. Let’s be honest, though; you probably want the Blazer at least in part for its design. We get it. The 2020 Chevrolet Blazer entices far more than the Equinox we rated last in a large comparison of compact SUVs. The Blazer attempt...
Here is a Techno Song Featuring Vocalized Versions of Elon Musk’s Best Tweets
Elon Musk, the eccentric billionaire, Tesla boss, DJ, and father to a human named X Æ A-Xii, is sauntering through life with an iridescent glow after his flagship automobile and battery company dethroned Toyota as the world’s largest automaker by market value. A decade after Tesla went public, the company’s market cap recently eclipsed a staggering $224 billion, almost 30% more than that of Toyota. What better way to pay tribute to the unprecedented milestone than with a visual representation of the meteoric rise of Tesla soundtracked to a techno song featuring vocalized versions of its fabled founder’s best tweets? The madcap video arrived courtesy of tech journalist David Canellis by way of Hard Fork, the money and markets vertical of technology outlet Th...
I Have 8 Weddings Next Year and Found so Many Great On-Sale Dresses to Wear
Anytime I add something to my basket this month I have to remind myself that I’m spending most of my time in jeans and a T-Shirt working from home, and don’t have the need for another summer midi dress. Then the summer sales hit and I started thinking forward to the wedding invitations that are stacking up for 2021—I currently have eight pencilled in for next year and so . Due to cancelled weddings and events this year, it’s not surprising that the summer sales are filled with dresses and party accessories that would usually be low in stock at this time of year. I’ve trawled through Net-a-Porter, Harvey Nichols and more to find some of the best designer discounts if you want to be prepared for next year. I would never be able to typically afford ...
This Simple Pairing Will Spice Up Your Style by 100%
We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again—often, it’s the littlest things that can make the biggest impact, and nothing has the power to overhaul your look quite like how you choose to decorate your nails and the jewellery you pair with them. While many of us will inadvertently adopt style signatures – be it a red lip, flicked eyeliner, or a penchant for a specific colour of dress – we believe that nails and jewellery present perhaps one of the coolest opportunities to put your personality across. For example, minimalists may opt for thin, layered rings, which they partner with a sleek taupe polish, while maximalists might choose bold hues and OTT nail art, accompanied by chunky knuckledusters. And seeing as more and more of us have been trying our (shak...
Summer Is Here—These Are the Best Sun Creams for Every Occasion
The truth is making sure that you are applying the correct sun cream in the correct way is absolutely crucial in ensuring sun safety. “From March to October, UV levels are at their highest. I would recommend applying sunscreen to any exposed skin 15 minutes before you head outdoors,” advises consultant dermatologist Justine Kluk. “It is possible to burn, tan and sustain sun damage that increases your risks of skin cancer and premature ageing from just 15 minutes of casual sun exposure without the right protection.” And this is where the issue lies. In reality, very few people do apply sun cream correctly, and thus expose themselves to damage. “Many people make the mistake of thinking that their makeup contains SPF, so they don’t need to wear a separate sun protection product, but...
This High-Street Brand Just Created My Dream Summer 2020 Wardrobe
High-street label Kitri has a habit of knowing the clothes we want to wear, and its new collection is pretty much my dream summer wardrobe. When a preview email landed in my inbox, I instantly imagined myself in every outfit. The daisy-print minidresses, pink short-sleeved shirts and throw-on gingham midis are perfect for a summer of socially distant picnics and hot-weather walks. It’s no accident that these pieces appeal to my current lifestyle. The Kitri team reimagined the summer collection to be a capsule for staycation activities. “Rather than building a holiday capsule wardrobe, our focus is on feeling comfortable at home, while also evoking summer and making ourselves feel special during a trying time,” the brand said. You Deserve to Make Money Even When ...
2021 Mazda 3 Turbo Packs 227 HP and All-Wheel Drive
It looks like Mazda Mexico let the brand’s upcoming turbocharged 3 out of the bag a wee bit early. Originally slated for a July 8 reveal (according to a teaser Mazda released a few weeks back), the latest addition to the Mazda 3 family had the wraps formally pulled off of it over the weekend in a video posted to Mazda Mexico’s YouTube channel and hosted by Miguel Barbeyto, the president of Mazda’s Mexican arm. Per Barbeyto, the most powerful variant of the Japanese brand’s compact model boasts a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder under its hood. It’s almost certainly a familiar engine to Mazda fans, as a turbocharged 2.5-liter unit is already available in models such as the CX-5 and CX-9 crossover SUVs, as well as the 6 sedan. As in those Mazd...
2021 Jeep Wrangler Gets More Features as New Ford Bronco Looms
The Jeep Wrangler is the ultimate go-anywhere SUV for many off-road adventurers, but soon, it will face stiff new competition from the Ford Bronco. To keep things fresh, the Jeep—our 2019 SUV of the Year—will reportedly receive a host of new features on various trim levels for 2021, according to Mopar Insiders, including more infotainment, safety, and off-road equipment. More Full-Time 4WD Availability, Some Mojave Love Previously, the Sport model (like most of the Wrangler lineup) could only be had with a Command-Trac part-time four-wheel drive system with a two-speed transfer case. Now, Jeep is offering the Selec-Trac full-time transfer case that is standard on some high-zoot trims and available on others, namely the Sahara, on the entry-level Sport. This two-speed transfer case is nomin...
23 Amazing Designer Bags That You Can Currently Find On Sale
For many, a designer handbag is an item that will always be at the top of their wish-list, although sadly they aren’t necessarily the most wallet-friendly of purchases. Often retailing for hundreds (if not thousands) of pounds, luxury handbags are an investment, to say the least. And although a handbag of that quality is something you can carry for years come—generally meaning it can being quite reasonable when you take into account cost per wear—often the purchase can still be difficult to justify. Though, if you’ve been in the market for a new bag and have your heart set on a design by Valentino, Fendi, Burberry and more, you may be in luck as several lust-worthy designer bags are currently reduced as a part of this year’s summer sales. You Deserve to Make Mo...
I’m a Beauty Editor and These Are My Top Product Picks From My Stash of Hundreds
Every beauty editor has a stash. The varying factors are the level of organisation, location and size of said stash. But, we all have one. It’s filled with the almost daily drops of samples that we receive to write about and review, the beauty products that we actually buy and the ones that our well-meaning aunts still insist on getting us for Christmas. We’re all very aware of the privileged position we’re in and have many strategies in place to make sure products are never wasted. One being, a ban on any newbies until I’ve made my way through most of what I have. So, as lockdown started and I wasn’t near any of my friend’s or family member’s faces to slather them in moisturisers, I hit pause on writing and sampling and d...
7 Perfect Outfits to Wear in 20-Degree Weather
What should you wear when it’s neither completely boiling nor on the freezing side? This question is important to answer this week for a couple of reasons. Firstly, we’re no longer housebound all the time. And secondly, my weather app tells me that the temperature is going to linger around the 20-degree mark all week. Granted, the app isn’t always the most reliable but the thing is it can be a difficult climate to dress for, which is why it’s important to work out what to wear. Do you take a jacket with you? Can you wear sandals? Is time for boots? Throw in the additional issue of it raining all week and you’ve got yourself a game of sweat or water. As you can see, this gives us plenty of style questions to answer, which is why we decided to go hunt...
