Somto Umenwa shorting brighter then her sis in that pant suit

I saw a video of Veekee James making a wedding dress few hours to a wedding party simply because the one she had initially planned to wear didn’t come out as expected.

It was an orange lovely dress.

I had to watch the video thrice to see what was actually wrong with that dress she rejected for the other.

..puffed up space at the lower zip region and an uneven stitch in a slit….

I eventually saw what she was unsatisfied about.

Now, any normal Nigerian lady would have said in that lovely dress, “It’s not that bad.” And family and friends would have concurred, “It’s not even visible, unless the person comes close. Wear your thing jare.”

BUT THEN! This was VEE KEE JAMES.

Not the Ajegunle VeeKee — the Forbes VJ Brand.

When it comes to fashion, she knows now that it is no longer only about her, but now about the BRAND.

She had an image to protect and a brand to represent. It had to be excellence or nothing. And excellence never goes for better when there can be best. Never condones “manage it” when there can be perfection.

Anyone could have easily walked up to her in the party and seen that — it would have been sore. And we all know how life happens, the day you decide to manage a thing is the day it gets out unashamedly.

So, that was a beautiful value displayed there.

That video alone gained lots of tractions. It just gave people more reason to trust in that brand — if she can choose perfection in the last minute and beat it hands down, then I can trust her with my look and fit for I know now that VeeKee would do anything to make sure it fits!

You see that value?

That’s what every one should bring to the table when they are called.

In your business…in your life…in every area your prioritize .

It should be excellence or nothing.

Many people are letting emotions cloud their judgment when it comes to the recent drama surrounding Veekee James and a designer allegedly copying her work. While it’s natural to defend someone you admire, business—especially in today’s social media age—operates on strategy, not sentiment.

Here’s the truth: in fashion, smaller brands that mimic successful designers can pose a serious threat, no matter how established the original brand is. It’s not just about who came first or who is more “original.” Sometimes, the imitator uses the attention from that comparison to launch themselves into the spotlight.

That seems to be what’s happening here. The emerging designer may appear less skilled or less known, but he’s cleverly positioning himself to benefit from the controversy. He’s using Veekee’s fame as a springboard, and honestly, it’s a smart—if risky—move.

It only takes one celebrity endorsement to change everything. If a major name decides to give him a shot, and he delivers a bold, fresh design, the internet will explode. People will forget about who copied whom. Instead, they’ll say, “Wow, look what he did!” And unfortunately, Veekee could still catch criticism in the fallout.

That’s why I believe Veekee should’ve played it differently. Publicly reacting gave him the validation he needed. If she had stayed silent and let her legal team quietly handle things, he would’ve had less momentum. Instead, now he gets to be “the guy who copied Veekee”—and that alone could drive his visibility and sales.

In public relations, some individuals act like leeches. They latch onto bigger names, hoping to gain relevance by association. This designer might seem harmless now, but his entire strategy relies on the Veekee brand to boost his own.

And let’s be honest, the internet is emotional and unpredictable. The designer seems to know this—and he’s aimed his strategy squarely at a Nigerian audience that loves an underdog story. If he pulls off one standout piece for a celebrity, the same fans who supported Veekee could turn around and say, “See? He’s even better.”

Bottom line: don’t underestimate a small brand just because they look like they’re copying. Sometimes, that’s exactly the plan. In this game, staying calm, strategic, and legally smart is the best defense.

Veekee didn’t need to respond with emotion. She needed to respond with silence and strength. That alone would have disrupted his plan entirely.

Veekee James designed Osas Ighodaro’s 2024 & 2025 AMVCA outfits

Everybody ate and left no crumbs!
Which #AMVCA11 look is your fave?
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Awww these two makeup looks are so adorable
To choose isn’t easy🥹
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Starting something new is hard. Really hard. Not because we lack skills or passion—but because fear shows up, loudly and often.

When I think back to every new beginning in my life, one thing was always present: fear.

I felt it when I got accepted to study Nursing—what if I wasn't good enough?
I felt it when I wrote my first book—what if no one read it?
I felt it when I launched my businesses—what if they failed?
Even running a Facebook ad made me pause—what if it flopped?

And when I finally decided to show up online, to build my personal brand and speak up? That took me over two years of wrestling with doubt. I was scared people wouldn’t listen. That my content would flop. That I’d run out of ideas. That I’d start strong but fizzle out.

That fear didn’t whisper. It shouted.

And worst of all, I didn’t have much encouragement from others when I was just starting. So I had to push myself, dig deep, and find the fire within.

Here’s the thing no one tells you: the fear doesn’t vanish before you start. It fades after you begin. With each step forward, confidence grows. You find your rhythm. Your voice gets clearer. It all starts to make more sense.

No, things might not go perfectly at first—but they start moving. And movement is what makes the difference.

So if you’re scared? That’s okay. Start anyway.

Fear is just an emotion. It’s not the truth. You don’t have to wait for it to disappear before you act.

You’ve got what it takes. I’m cheering you on.

– Miss Fantastic

So, from where will you be buying your next luxury item, from China directly or from Italy (that produced it in China).