MTV Base threw the most interesting outdoor party we’ve seen this year on February 29, 2020, at Lekki Special Events Center. It was called the Island Block Party and it was meant to celebrate 15 years of amazing content and exciting music videos.
With multiple performances from artistes like Niniola, Peruzzi, Teniola, CDQ, Blaqbonez and many more, it was definitely a night to remember. But, we also learned a few lessons from watching all the fans show up and try to have fun. Some succeeded and thoroughly enjoyed themselves, others tried to turn up too but were hindered by their choice of clothing.
Here are five style lessons about attending outdoor parties we learned from MTV Base’s Island Block Party:
Never wear heels to an outdoor party: Nigerian women like to look hot every time they step out and that typically includes wearing killer heels. But this is not advisable when you are going for an outdoor party as there’s usually nowhere to sit at these things. If you have to wear heels, take a pair of slippers along with you. But we’ll advise that you avoid them altogether and rock sneakers or sandals to the party. We promise you’ll still steal the show.
When in doubt, dress comfortably: If you are not sure what the event will look like, just dress comfortably. You should look nice, but don’t do too much. Avoid heavy makeup, uncomfortable shoes, tight dresses, thick clothing and generally anything that will make it difficult to enjoy the party.
Wear breathable clothes to outdoor parties: Lagos is currently in a very hot place. And it’s hot even at night right now. If you have another outdoor party while the weather is still so angry, do well to wear breathable clothes. A light cotton T-shirt, tank tops, or shorts will do the trick.
Always carry a portable purse/fanny pack to an outdoor concert: In fact, make that any concert. And this goes for both the men and women. Guys also need to carry cross-body bags or fanny packs to keep all their valuables and avoid stories that touch. Women must avoid carrying big bags that they cannot keep around their bodies all night so they can keep their things safe.
If you have to wear merch to an event, make sure its top quality and beautiful: The MTV Base team had the most beautiful branded outfits we have seen in a while. Some of them only had the T-shirts while others had the whole get-up from top to bottom and it was beautiful either way. MTV, when you see this, please send us some of those shirts, we’ll wear them anywhere!
While we had a swell time at the Block Party, we hope these tips we brought back on what not to wear to an outdoor party are helpful. If you have any other tips, let us know in the comment section below!