Fluid, draped, and breathable, this elevated piece is made for a July that swings between sticky afternoons and rain-cooled evenings. Whether you’re dressing it up for a romantic dinner or down for an easy brunch, it moves with impeccable elegance.

I love a good statement piece, and while I usually gravitate toward statement rings, this neck cuff is the bomb. When the weather keeps outfits simple and pared-back, a sculptural piece like this does the heavy lifting. Get it on!

Pink shoes? Count me in. These open sandals are perfect for the sunny days of reprieve between light showers — easy to wear, quick to dry off, and the aso oke keeps them distinctly Nigerian. A welcome pop of colour against grey-sky days.

This bag is my ray of sunshine for cloudy days. Crafted in vegetable-tanned local leather with a nomadic, architectural feel, the bronze goes with everything July throws at me. This is a proper investment piece, and a beautiful one too.

Two steps in one bottle? Yes, please! The hydration sits and absorbs rather than sweating off, which is exactly what my skin needs when the July damp leaves it dehydrated but not dry. Additionally, it’s lightweight, which is always a plus when it’s both rainy and humid at the same time.

July’s rainy weather often fools people into skipping sunscreen altogether, but UV rays can slip right through cloud cover. This is even more important in countries like Nigeria, which have moderate-to-extreme UV index all year round. Do not skip the sunscreen! 

The overcast rainy season is a forgiving time to keep a retinol habit going. I particularly like this eye cream because it smooths and firms the under-eye rather gently. Never use retinol in the daytime, though. Even on overcast days!

Humidity means more sweat, more congestion, and more breakouts. Thankfully, this serum exists. The active ingredient, green tea, keeps blemishes and post-spot marks in check, without stripping the skin of its much-needed moisture.

I fell in love with Atkinsons 1799 after I discovered Posh on the Green a few months ago. The Nuptial Bouquet is equally polished and effervescent, with enough structure to survive the humidity without vanishing. With notes of violet, myrtle, and musk, this is a refined daytime scent for warm, damp July afternoons.

Petrichor, the pleasant, sweet smell that fills the air after it rains, is one of my favourite smells. With its refreshing notes of the elusive pear, magnolia, and grass, amongst others, this fragrance reminds me of petrichor. It is green, fresh, and weightless — the perfect companion for humid, rainy days.

Sensual and exotic, this niche extrait leans into the season’s rich humidity, making it the perfect nighttime scent. A flamboyant duo of hibiscus and rose melts into vanilla, leather, and musk — tropical and opulent, without being cloying.

Vertiver is one of my favourite scent notes. Deeply complex, it is earthy, green, and woody, often with hints of smokiness, making it absolutely flattering in the season’s humidity. If you love Tom Ford’s Grey Vetiver, you will enjoy this fragrance, as it is a relaxed version of the latter.

A few years ago, I stopped using primers altogether, as I deemed them unnecessary in my makeup routine.  I have since reverted to using primers, primarily because of primers like these. This blurs pores perfectly and gives your makeup something to hold on to in the season’s humidity.

Danessa Myricks can do no wrong in my eyes… and this setting spray is one of the many reasons why. Where most formulas leave the skin feeling taut and tight, or worse, cakey. This one simply blurs the pores for a smooth, truly editorial finish that holds up through the humidity.

This shade of plum is an absolute showstopper. I think it’s dark and brooding in a way that feels almost romantic. The high-shine slip catches the light beautifully, and it’s easy to swipe back on when the rain sends you ducking indoors. 

I absolutely love a playful, pigmented palette. Thankfully, this delivers on both counts. The shades are cool and versatile — whether you want a soft pastel to complement the light showers, or a darker, smokey look to match the thunderous clouds.

Keeping my feet dry as I navigate flooded and waterlogged streets is non-negotiable. Rain boots are practical, a tad unglamorous, but completely necessary. Grab a pair as soon as you can.

I’m generally low-caffeine — coffee’s never been my thing — and this brew is one of my favourites. The deep blue pour is calming and antioxidant-rich, and it turns purple with a squeeze of citrus: a small bit of fun for the grey, rainy days that keep me indoors.