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2013-01-23T18:01:00.001-08:00

We have moved to our new address - www.morsipr.com in other to inform you of our services as a Fashion Pr agency , serve you better and keep you updated on all the happenstances of the Nigerian Style industry .
Do drop in for a visit and leave your comments .

TY BELLO STANDS TALL FOR MANIA MAGAZINE

2013-01-07T06:52:00.000-08:00

The New Year Edition of StyleMania covers Ty Bello, the iconic photographer and recording artiste. A revealing profile encapsulates the woman whose lens has photographed some of the most laudable names in the country. Also, bouquets of fashion editorials give good direction on what to flaunt this new season.

You will find a profile on Yetunde Babaeko’s ingenious artworks and Adeyeye Adetayo of Taryor Gabriels Ensemble, a fast growing fashion designer.

For further enquires, back issues and subscription please call 07058109821, editor@maniamag.org

Credits
Cover
Photographer: Kelechi Amadi- Obi
Stylist: Terence Sambo
Make-up: Adenike Ogungbe
Hair: Ugo Igbokwe

BeautyMania
Photographer: Gbenga Akindele- Nelly
Make-up: Adepitan Mary- Tosay
Models: Brenda, Anita, Anwuli and Rachael @Hues and Shades

Tres Urban
Photographer: Gbenga Akindele- Nelly
Stylist: Godson Ukaegbu
Make-up: Dorcas Otobo @Elite Make-up
Model: Shalom Obi

Coming Clean
Photographer: Yetunde Babaeko
Stylist: Godson Ukaegbu
Make-up: Kazeem Akinpelu
Hair: Ugo Igbokwe
Model: Binta @Isis Models
Male Extra: Kwen @Hues and Shades

Bring It On!
Photographer: Kelechi Amadi-Obi
Stylist: Dimeji Alara and Godson Ukaegbu
Make-up: Oriton Faloughi
Model: Oiza @Beth Models.

MAGAZINE RACK - COMPLETE FASHION OUT WITH FANTASTIC 4 vs DIVAS ON THE RISE

2012-12-14T08:17:00.000-08:00

The magazine kicks off the holiday season in style, featuring four of the best disc jockeys in the country on its reverse cover; DJ Caise, DJ Sose, DJ Spinall and DJ Exclusive. On the front cover: four of the music industry's female rising stars: Temi Dollface, Tesh Carter, Seyi Shay and Miss Jaie. The magazine predicts that they will be ruling the charts come 2013.

Featured also is the most sparkly, fun and fabulous of Christmas fashion from party dresses, to accessories!

Complete Fashion Magazine is on stands and in media stores nationwide!!!
The Complete Fashion Online Team

.....And the Festive Look book ........

GISTVILLE - Zandile Blay berths A.S. A

2012-12-14T08:08:00.000-08:00

After over three years at the helm of Africa Style Daily, Editor, Zandile Blay is happy to present her latest venture:

Africa Style & Agency (A.S.A)
A.S.A is a boutique production & consulting firm with a mission to aid African designers and recording artists:

    ✓    Position themselves in the U.S Market
    ✓    Find permanent representation (publicists, sales showrooms & management) in the United States
    ✓    Secure brand partnership or product placements with major fashion, tech and lifestyle brands

Learn more about this exciting new firm and how you or others you know can benefit from our premium services.

email Zandile directly - zandile@zandileblay.com for more details

or staff asa@africastyledaily.com to set up a meeting.

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INTERNATIONAL SEEN - Hermés Birkin bag for babies? Tribute to popular bag made out of LEGO

2012-12-14T07:44:00.000-08:00

It is one of the most coveted handbags of all time, but with a price tag of around £8,000 the Hermés Birkin bag isn't quite within every fashionista's price range (unless you're Victoria Beckham whose collection is worth a reported £1.5m).
But for arm candy fans on a budget, online handmade marketplace Etsy is selling a replica version of the much lusted after bag.

There's just one catch: it is made out of Lego.

Toy bag: The tribute Birkin bag is made out of Lego and is available on Etsy.com

The 20 x 26 x 13 cm bag, which would make a great Christmas gift for stylish children, is described on the site as 'fully functional' and 'designed for everyday use'.
The £89 bag can be made to order in a variety of colours and is made from brand new lego.

Describing the item, the site states: 'All the bricks used to make it are brand new (i.e. straight out of the box, never played with and of course only original LEGO bricks), so the bag has this amazing shine of new bricks.

'It is very elegant, does not seem at all like a toy handbag.'

Spot the difference: The Lego bag (L) would make the perfect gift for fashion savvy children, while the real version (R) is worth around £8,000

Prestigious luggage and accessories firm Hermés, who count many of the world's wealthiest women as fans, is known for luxury leather accessories.
Renowned for its immaculate finish and top quality materials, Hermès claims never to use any assembly lines with one craftsperson making a single handbag at a time, hand-stitching individual pieces to create the finished product.
The brand is rich in history, and some of its bestselling bags have intriguing stories behind them.
The iconic Kelly bag, one of Hermes most popular styles, was originally known as the Sac à dépêches when it was developed by Hermes in 1935.
In 1956, a photo of Grace Kelly, who had become the new Princess of Monaco, was pictured carrying the Sac à dépêches to hide her pregnancy.

Famous fans: Victoria Beckham and Kim Kardashian are big fans of Hermes ... handbag Victoria reportedly owns a collection worth £1.5m

Photographs were sent all over the world and put on the cover of Life magazine. As a result, the bag became known as the Kelly and has been hugely popular ever since.
The Birkin has similarly romantic roots, conceived as it was in honour of French star Jane Birkin.
The Birkin was allegedly created after the company's CEO Jean Louis Dumas sat next to the actress on a Paris to London flight.
Birkin had been discussing her difficulty in finding a leather weekend bag, explaining her ideal.
Shortly after, in 1984, the bag she described arrived at her flat with a note from Dumas. Although nowadays the bag can be made to order, the design is still one of the most recognised in the fashion industry.

GISTVILLE - GTBank Presents Ndani – A Nigerian Pop Up Store In Selfridges

2012-12-14T07:41:00.000-08:00

Guaranty Trust Bank plc in collaboration with Style House Files, a creative development agency, have announced a partnership with Selfridges, UK, the famous London fashion destination voted this year best department store in the world* for the second time consecutively.

The partnership which re-affirms the Bank’s on-going support for the growth and exposure of African fashion and Art to the international community and is tagged “Guaranty Trust Bank presents Ndani – a Style House Files Initiative’. Ndani represents the beauty of Africa and the innovative partnership entails the display of African fabrics and designs made by select fashion designers. These designers will exhibit at Selfridges on London’s Oxford Street in the UK between November 2012 and January 2013.

Participating designers include: Lagos Fashion and Design Week (LFDW) 2012 Young Designer Of The Year Finalists, AGU and House of Silk, DOT Handbags, Eki Orleans, Ituen Basi, Jewel By Lisa, Lanre Da Silva Ajayi, Odio Mimonet, Tiffany Amber. These designers will be showcasing their Spring Summer 2013 womenswear collection and accesories exclusively at the special Nigerian temporary fashion store within Selfridges during the project.

Commenting on the project with Selfridges, the Managing Director and CEO of Guaranty Trust Bank plc, Mr. Segun Agbaje stated that GTBank is a “Proudly African and Truly International” institution with a passion to revolutionize banking in Africa and advocate the projection of Africa’s rich culture to the world. He further stated that “we have decided to sponsor this initiative because we realize that the whole world needs to know about the creativity of African fashion designers and their contributions to global art development.”

Omoyemi Akerele, Creative Director of Style House Files stated ‘this partnership with GTBank and Selfridges signifies what Style House Files represents; moving beyond the runway and making an impact which will result in creating a financial viable model for creative growth in the Nigerian fashion industry. She further added ‘ at the moment the global fashion industry is being influenced and inspired by Africa and it is time to move Nigerian labels to the mainstream to take advantage of this’

Judd Crane, Director of Womenswear at Selfridges said “We are very excited by the prospect of being the first department store in the world to give a proper showcase to some of the best fashion designers in Nigeria. We were won over by the talent we found there and are delighted to be able to help the Nigerian fashion industry to be further exposed to an international clientele.”

ABOUT STYLE HOUSE FILES

Style House Files is a creative development agency that focuses on the development of the Nigerian fashion industry. Established in March 2010 it has become an industry resource that is centred on growing fashion into viable business models and providing training for fashion and creative professionals in Nigeria and Africa at large. Style House Files are the producers of the Lagos Fashion and Design Week, an annual fashion trade show.

ABOUT GTB

Guaranty Trust Bank plc is one of the few Nigerian financial institutions that have maintained a defined Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy since its inception in 1990. The Bank actively supports numerous programmes across Africa that positively affect child healthcare, education, the Art, Community Development and environmental sustainability. Its most recent projects in this regard include the sponsorship of the GTBank – Lagos State Principals Cup, a grassroots football development initiative amongst secondary school students and its public school intervention project called “Adopt-a-school” programme which involves infrastructure and human capacity development.

Guaranty Trust Bank was established in 1990 and presently operates from over 200 offices in Nigeria and banking subsidiaries in Ghana, Gambia, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Cote d’Ivoire and the United Kingdom.

ABOUT SELFRIDGES

In June 2010 Selfridges was named Best Department Store in the World by the IGDS (Intercontinental Group of Department Stores). The title, which Selfridges held until June 2012, is the industry’s highest accolade. Selfridges won the title again in June 2012, for an unprecedented two times consecutively. The title applies until June 2014. Selfridges has four stores in London, Birmingham and Manchester (Trafford Centre, Exchange Square) and an online store delivering within the UK. Selfridges was founded in 1909 by American retail genius Harry Gordon Selfridge who created what is widely recognized as a revolution in retail with his seminal store. Today Selfridges is acknowledged as one of the most influential and exciting fashion destinations in the world.

INTERNATIONAL SEEN -Kim Kardashian shows off her famous curves in a series of lace bras, suspenders and silk stockings for boudoir-inspired French shoot

2012-12-14T07:16:00.000-08:00

She has modelled several sexy looks during her time in the spotlight. But Kim Kardashian's latest photo shoot for French magazine Factice could be one of her most daring yet. The 32-year-old displays her world-famous curves in several boudoir-inspired ensembles.

First up Kim raises temperatures in a racy lace bra and panty set complete with suspenders and cream silk stockings.The brunette beauty's ensemble is topped off with a luxurious-looking fur coat and and giant diamond and enamel floral ring and matching bracelet. With her famous full lips heavily glossed, Kim does her best pout and smouldering stare for the camera.

This time instead of wearing her glossy locks down, she has them tousled up in a messy bedhead style. In another snap, Kim wears her hair down in a somewhat Fifties voluminous style. And the reality star is certainly every inch the pin-up girl in a beige satin lingerie set, this time paired with a darker fur coat and sky-high Christian Louboutin heels.

Kim's shoot also switches to playful, as she changes into a cream sheer set with a sleeveless shirt worn over her top half and tied at the waist.
The Keeping Up With The Kardashian's star pushes her already ample cleavage together creating even more lift.
The coquettish look is completed with a feather boa and a wide-brimmed hat.

GISTVILLE - HALLERO OPENS IN VICTORIA ISLAND

2012-12-14T07:13:00.001-08:00

ALERO FAFOWORA

Top fashion designer - Alero Fafowora opened an all new outlet recently on the fashion high street of Bishop Oluwole in Victoria Island . The Hallero brand since inception, has always been one of the top Nigeria owned fashion brands in Ikeja .

The new flagship store which is simply called HEYCH (pronounced hey- ch) is Hallero's first retail store . Under this brand, the main thrust is Affordable Style as the designer has an array of pocket friendly ready to wear pieces and fashion accessories for the style sensitive woman and man on the go .
The opening attracted loads of fashion enthusiats from far and near . Below are images of the new store and fasces of fashionistas .

INSIDE HALLERO

MENSWEAR

LADIES

GUESTS @ THE OPENING

GISTVILLE - Ezinne Chinkata joins the G-team as Fashion Editor takes over from Mai Atafo

2012-12-14T06:36:00.000-08:00

Ezinne Chinkata

Genevieve Magazine , recently welcomed ex Style editor of WOW magazine to its fold .
In a media release published on their site...."Genevieve magazinewelcomes its newest member as Ezinne Chinkata steps in as Fashion Editor while our own Mai Atafo steps up as Fashion Consultant. The announcement was warmly received by the formidable G-team especially as the House of Genevieve prepares to roll out the drums in celebration of its Iconic 10th anniversary in February. “Genevieve magazine is even more poised than ever not only to be your best friend and lifestyle guide but your fashionable trendsetter in all things fashion and style,” says Mai. So prepare to fall in love with Genevieve all over again… Watch out for our uber-fab 2013 Styletitude… and a whole lot more…

Mai Atafo

Even though the rumour mill is agog with all sorts about sack letters and resignation suggestions flying from various angles, we hope that this release witll put all the murmuring to rest .
We wonder who will fit into Ezinne's Jimmy Choos ......
A big congratulations to both fashionistas and here is looking forward to a new episode , a new chapter .

GISTVILLE- BEAUTY OVERDOSE OUT WITH MS JAIE IN 3RD EDITION

2012-12-14T06:08:00.000-08:00

B.O.M your luxury guide to all things Beauty, Health, Lifestyle, Entertainment and Fashion the Contemporary woman.

The 3rd edition of the well known beauty guide, Beauty Overdose Magazine is out this December 2012 and features an uprising international female artiste in the entertainment industry on its cover as well as more juicy contents and tips for every woman.

On the cover of this edition B.O.M features Ms Jaie, a female artiste in the music industry signed to Storm Records. Ms Jaie is exceptionally beautiful and her unique sound has a beautiful blend of modern r&b, soul and urban Naija sound. B.O.M's interview with the artiste is one any woman would love to read as she talks about everything from her work to her beauty trends.

As a way of keeping its consumers updated and educated. B.O.M started Freebie Fridays in June 2012 and is sponsored by different brands. Every Friday a question is asked on the B.O.M blog and is meant to be answered over the weekend. B.O.M Winners get to win something every friday from B.O.M sponsors/partners. Winnings range from Jewelry, Human Hair, Beauty supplies, medical care& cosmetic services, Kitchen set, clothing etc. Just visit www.beautyoverdosemag.blogspot.com .

As promised to be, B.O.M updates its readers on the most innovative articles from Health, Beauty, Fashion & Lifestyle. Also Brands, Equipment's, Product launches and more. It is the most reliable source which delivers invaluable information on health and beauty. More in store for you in this edition of B.O.M include; healthy foods that help to avoid diabetics and how to stop cancer in the Health section, tips on how to transition from permed to natural hair in the beauty section for hair, an up close and personal interview with artiste Praiz amongst many other contents, this an edition you don't want to miss out on.

If you would love to subscribe to get B.O.M delivered to you please visit www.beautyoverdosemag.blogspot.com for more information and to place adverts or get a feature in the magazine, please send an email to admin@beautyoverdosemag.com

B.O.M Editorial Team:
Editor: Eni I. Fagbemi-Balogun
Admin: admin@beautyoverdosemag.com / beautyoverdosemag@aol.com
Cover Stylists:Wonu Ohio Styling & Gazelle Image
Cover photoshoot: Yetunde Ayeni Babaeko, Makeup: Bimpe Onakoya
Publisher: Infinite plus Arts Publication - 08056116841/0819163324
Publicist:Bobby Taylor Company - 07069596951 bobby@bobbytaylor.ca -

Supported by:
Publicist:L360 Ltd - 08037612908 Lowla360pr@gmail.com
MaestroMedia.blogspot.com
Olori Supergal
City People Magazine
Chantrelle Concepts - bebeakinboade.blogspot.com

MAGAZINE RACK - RED SHEETS , BEAUTY OVERDOSE , YES...........

2012-12-14T06:02:00.000-08:00

Stunning meets Sexy on the cover of RED SHEETS as Iyanya and Annie grace the cover.

Its The 3rd edition of BOM with popin Ms Jaie on the cover .

.....while YES tells it like it is this week with all the juicy gossips and scoops .

GISTVILLE - TAE OPENS POP -UP SHOP ON THE ISLAND

2012-12-14T01:00:00.000-08:00

Bisola Edun of Tae recently pushed her rails of fashion statment from their Ikeja outlet to the shores of Victoria island where they will be having a Tae pop-up shop.

The holiday long event will see the Tae brand feature their most recent collection for the season in the most exciting and unique designs yet.

Venue - Green Park. 16 Akin Adesola street, Victoria Island.
Time - Open daily from 10am - 6pm daily (except wednesdays and sundays)
Date - From now till the 22nd of December2012

Do not miss out on this rare opportunity .

Official Launch of Ma’Bello Clothier, a Fashion Brand for the Stylish, Curvy Woman

2012-12-11T07:20:00.000-08:00

Ma’Bello Clothier (MB), the fashion brand which features stylish, figure enhancing dresses and other clothing accessories will be officially launched on Saturday the 15th of December 2012, with a fashion show and exhibition at the Sun Hall, Four Points by Sheraton Hotel, Oniru, Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria.

The exclusive invite only launch and fashion show will be hosted by Nigeria’s Got Talent presenter Andre Blaze and will see special appearances and mind blowing performances from Singer Evazi, Rapper Cyrus Tha Virus, Dancehall Artiste Nedu and Rapper BliNK (both the newsest faces of Syndik8 Records).

According to the creative director of MB, Osa Aisien, she started MB after years of frustration to find clothes that were stylish and flattering in her size. The curvy fashion represents the biggest opportunity in retail as an average woman is a UK size 14, it’s the most underserved market. MB aims to fill the curvy fashion gap in the designing and retail market.

Clear your calendar because this event is one not to miss. This event is strictly by invitation. To RSVP, send an E-mail to pr.uno@onobello.com

Date: Saturday 15th December 2012
Time: Special Exhibition by Ma’Bello Clothier & Nichole by Haguanna Handbags @ 2pm | Runway Show @ 4pm.
Venue: Sun Hall, Four Points By Sheraton, Oniru, Lekki, Lagos.
Contact: For more sales and general information call 08181482512 | Email mabelloclothier@gmail.com | Like on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/MaBelloClothier | Follow on Twitter @MaBelloClothier

ON THE INTERNATIONAL SEEN- BEYONCE SIGNS ON FOR PEPSI DEAL WORTH $50 MILLION

2012-12-11T06:51:00.001-08:00

The amount seems astounding -- and blows Britney Spears' "X Factor" pay day out of the water -- but for pop royalty with a relatively untarnished track record, Beyoncé is likely to be worth it.
The fund is expected to support the singer's concerts, videos and photo shoots, among other ideas, Lee Anne Callahan-Longo, the general manager of Beyoncé's Parkwood Entertainment, told The New York Times.

Pepsi has inked Beyoncé for new a multi-year endorsement deal estimated at $50 million, The New York Times reports. But the campaign won't just include TV and radio commercials or magazine and billboard ads. Beyoncé's image will appear on a limited-edition run of Pepsi cans and will receive a multi-million dollar Creative Development Fund for the co-creation of relevant consumer content.
Beyoncé commended the soft-drink brand for supporting her creative endeavours. "Pepsi embraces creativity and understands that artists evolve," she said in a statement. "As a businesswoman, this allows me to work with a lifestyle brand with no compromise and without sacrificing my creativity."
Pepsi and Beyoncé's first project is a "Live For Now" global TV commercial due out in early 2013. Pepsi will also sponsor Beyoncé's Super Bowl XLVII halftime show on February 3.

SOURCE

Colors , Patterns & Edgy Sophistication define Alali Boutique SS13 Collection

2012-12-11T06:04:00.001-08:00

Young, fresh, modern and edgy is what best describes this few pieces from the Alali Boutique SS13 collection.

Inspired by Naomi Wolf's concept, this collection channels the 21^st century feminist who is not apologetic about being a WOMAN. She is not restricted by conventional feminine notions of dressing. She dresses to show that she is competitive, adventurous and sexy. She isn’t fighting for equal rights but is competing to come out on top.....

The ALALI Boutique collection for Spring/Summer 2013 combines athletic elements such as the raglan and dolman sleeves, triangular silhouettes and the racerback with feminine, elegant features such as the hourglass impression, godgets, draping and sheerness.

The nonchalant juxtaposition of neon prints reference the 90s and characterize the adventurous nature of this WOMAN while the monochrome, nude and neon represent her VESRATILITY.

Check out the lookbook below;

Creative Director: Oroma Cookey-Gam

Models: Damilola Teidi & Oghogho Obrutse

Photographer: Alistair Englebert Preston

Jewellery: Savvie Hair Boutique

Contact:

E- alaliboutique@gmail.com

P: 07066912089, 08133282944

Da Viva LAUNCHES 3 NEW COLLECTIONS

2012-12-11T05:57:00.000-08:00

For December Da Viva has launched 3 new collections that give fashion conscious Nigerians the opportunity to make a bold fashion statement when they go out to celebrate this season. In a break from tradition the Da Viva designers have created lmited edition expression by Da Viva, 3 bold designs for elegant ladies wear
the party collection in ultimate by Da Viva, 6 colourful and fun designs for parties the male collection in expression by Da Viva, 4 designs created with the trendy man in mind.

Since entering the Nigerian fashion market as a retailer of printed cotton fabrics the company has added Da Viva ready to wear garments for ladies, men and children along with accessories such as handbags and jewelry as well as a range of towels to brighten up the bathroom. As the authorized retailer of SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS for Nigeria Da Viva now provides customers with the option of adding an extra touch of style and glamour to their fashion.

Da Viva fashion has been involved in several fashion events this year including Africa Fashion Week London 2012, The Nigeria Fashion Week Lagos and the 5^th FADAN HUNT. By taking part in both the London and Lagos fashion weeks Da Viva is helping to open the eyes of the world to African fashion while involvement by Da Viva in the 5^th FADAN HUNT shows the company’s passion for fashion and willingness to help and support young talented fashion designers in Nigeria. This year also saw Da Viva introduce coordinate designs where a base design is also printed with a little more detail to create a complementary look, these have been a hit with customers who have already given this style the name His ‘n’ Hers
In 2013 watch out for more limited edition designs, mini collections and of course more His ‘n’ Hers. The company will also be increasing the number of Da Viva shops and more authorized dealers will be appointed providing Nigerian consumers with even more places to be sure of buying genuine Da Viva fabrics.

Y! Magazine presents its Inaugural “Cinderella Fairytale” Annual Black Ball in Lagos

2012-12-06T04:52:00.000-08:00

Urban-Nigerian Youth publication, Y! Magazine has unveiled details on the inaugural edition of its annual black ball.

The end of the year celebration will take place on Sunday 16th December 2012 at the Crystal Ballroom, Landmark Events Center, Victoria Island, Lagos.

Speaking on the event, Y! Managing Editor, Adebola Williams said “Y! Magazine has kept its promise as a cultural connoisseur – presenting the best and the finest of Nigerian entertainment, lifestyle and issues. What this event does is celebrate another year for young trendsetters – great wine, fine dining, the best company delivered with the sophistication of the Y! brand. We are grateful to BlackBerry, continuing its tradition of driving connectivity and networking, for presenting this first edition.”

The event will be hosted by MI Abaga and the 3LiveChicks co-presenters, Oreka Godis and Tosyn Bucknor.Dress code for the event is black with masks – the organizers will present guests with masks at the venue. The black carpet will be covered by the Nigerian fashion police crew, GlamSquad, led by style editor, Latasha Ngwube.

According to a rep for Y!, the full guest list will be unveiled to BellaNaija.com, YNaija.com and 360Nobs.com on Wednesday 12th December 2012.

At the event, the re-modeled Y! Magazine will be presented to all – with a first of its kind cover identity as well as content re-energized for its audience. All attendees will receive the first edition of the auto-graphed magazines. The annual Y! Best Dressed list, which will profile 20 young celebrities who define the style and look of a generation, will also be unveiled.

The timeless Cinderella fairytale will come alive on the evening. Soulful singer, Praiz, will search for his Cinderella, with the perfect silver shoes in his hand, and the lucky lady will be serenaded with a love song. A beautiful lady will also search for her prince charming with a royal sapphire ring in her hands.

Guests are advised to dress their best, so as to be chosen as king and queen of the black ball. Winners will take home premium BlackBerry phones while guests will get Christmas gifts.

GISTVILLE - FRIENDS CELEBRATE REMI OSHOLAKE OF REMI LAGOS TODAY

2012-12-06T04:41:00.000-08:00

Today, Thursday 6th December 2012, a committee of friends of the late Nigerian fashion designer, Remi Osholake of Remi Lagos, will celebrate her life and times. Remi Lagos, who died in early November at the age of 51, will see this event being held at the Landmark Village Events Centre, Lagos.

Kicking off at 6 PM, the event according to one of the organizers is planned to be a celebration memorial where her friends will come together to appreciate her and her works.
Some designers will present pieces that creatively defines Remi’s sense of style. Her collections will also be unveiled at the event.

Admission is free for all!

Date: Thursday 6th December 2012
Time: 6 PM
Venue: Landmark Village Events Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos

RACHELLE NEAL covers ZEN MAGAZINE

2012-11-25T06:39:00.000-08:00

Rachelle Neal is a American Actress, Model and Humanitarian whose humility on and off the screen is making her one of the most sought after talents in the business. Zen meets a refreshingly honest home-town superstar to talk Movies, Humanitarian Field Operations, and her Modelling moments. Also in this Digital issue, we have fashion Editorials on Toriola, Spotlight On Oyinka Yusuff, Demi Ayorinde, Marcel Temba and Salisu Abdullahi, Runway, Backstage, and Front-row footage from the Nigerian Fashion Week 2012, and Update from the Channel O Music Video Awards in Jo’burg. Two Lucky Winners will get a chance to WIN a 50ml Perfume bottle from Sun Goddess (South Africa) ”for Him and Her” this month. It’s another packed issue and we implore everyone who gets to see this cover to please drop a comment and be sociable – Share it, Like it, Tweet it, and Talk about it – connect with the talents who give 110% in everything they do and they will connect back with you.

ZEN

RINIMES VIRGIN HAIR GOES ON 50% OFF XMAS SALES!!!

2012-11-25T06:16:00.000-08:00

Glam meets depth as Rinimes Virgin Hair embarks on crazy Xmas sales. It's giving its high networth customers in Nigeria a 50% off on Brazilian, Peruvian, Malaysian, Mongolian, Cambodian and Indian virgin hair in a two-day sales extravaganza on Saturday, 8th and Sunday, 9th December 2012 at the prestigious City Mall, Onikan, Lagos. From 9am to 6pm daily. Take advantage of the fantastic 50% off on all hair to celebrate this yuletide in a glamorous style . For more information, please, ☎ 08097841104 or 08191768458
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ON THE FOREIGN SEEN

2012-11-25T06:03:00.000-08:00

THIS IS SPATACULAR

Filthy rich: Britain's favourite dictatorship had so much oil its heiresses bathe in it...

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2237824/Azerbaijan-oil-heiresses-bathe--beneath-lurks-murky-secrets.html#ixzz2DF3alr2z
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Petrol cure: The oil baths of Baku's spas are popular among the Azeri women, despite the high price tag, as they believe it will cure everything from skin diseases to arthritis

Cleopatra, queen of ancient Egypt, bathed in asses’ milk for the good of her complexion, but here in Baku, capital of Azerbaijan, an even more surprising treatment is on offer. Disrobing from their Gucci or Oscar de la Renta outfits, the ladies who lunch lie naked in baths of crude oil, believing that the warming effects of 40C crude cure skin diseases, rheumatism, arthritis and even ‘nerves’.

Medical science says that, beyond ten minutes, the effects are more likely to be carcinogenic.

Cleopatra, queen of ancient Egypt, bathed in asses’ milk for the good of her complexion, but here in Baku, capital of Azerbaijan, an even more surprising treatment is on offer. Disrobing from their Gucci or Oscar de la Renta outfits, the ladies who lunch lie naked in baths of crude oil, believing, as did Marco Polo, that the warming effects of 40C crude cure skin diseases, rheumatism, arthritis and even ‘nerves’.
Medical science says that, beyond ten minutes, the effects are more likely to be carcinogenic.
Oil is everywhere in Baku, even the spas. It is in the sharp, acrid taste of the wind blowing in from the Caspian and in the army of derricks marching far out to sea. Solidified into glass and concrete, it is changing everything in this ancient town once known for dusty streets and traditional carpets, creating instead a city of staggering ostentation.

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The 2012 Edition of Music Meets Runway to hold on Monday 24th December 2012 in Lagos | Meet the 9 Designers Showcasing their Creative Pieces on the MMR Stage

2012-11-25T05:34:00.000-08:00

On Monday 24th December 2012, the 2012 edition of Music Meets Runway, will take place at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos in style. Just before the event, the organizers have released the names of the 9 designers who will showcase their most creative pieces on the D-Day.

According to the rep, the 10th designer showcase will come from one of Nigeria’s established design labels, who will be headlining the runway – the name will officially be released closer to the date.

Meet the 9 Designers showcasing at the 2012 Music Meets Runway Event

Tolani Nkili Onajide of NKILI
NKILI, meaning “Seeing Beautiful Things”, is a women’s luxury shirt-making brand focused on bringing light to the traditionally neglected yet single most important garment in a wardrobe, the shirt. Each piece goes on a journey, from design and print to production, nurtured by the highly skilled production team in Scotland. American celebrity, Angela Simmons has been spotted wearing the NKILI Tattoo Shirt and British singer, Lianne La Havas performed in the black NKILI butterfly shirt on her world tour.
Creative Director, Tolani Nkili Onajide was raised in Lagos, London and Oxford. She studied Architecture at the Architectural Association School or Architecture, London and University of Dundee School of Architecture, Scotland. She won awards, investments and grants for NKILI from business organisations; Prince’s Scottish Youth Business Trust, Starter for 6 and University of Dundee Enterprise Gym. Her design aesthetic is hugely influenced by the style of minimalist Architect Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe and deconstructivist Architect Zaha Hadid.
For more information, log on to www.nkili.com

Dumebi Iyamah of Andrea Iyamah
19 year old Dumebi Iyamah is the founder and designer of the Andrea Iyamah brand founded in March 2011. Acknowledging her talent at an early stage of 12 years old, the designer developed tailoring skills acquired through lessons that assisted her in completing the first few creations of the Andrea Iyamah brand.
Studying in McMaster University in Canada, the designer juggles between her passion and education, setting time out for school and also running the Andrea Iyamah brand. Inspired by a diverse range of ideas, Dumebi Iyamah seeks to exhibit her creativity, from the sketching stage to the delicate end details of the production process of every piece.
For more information, log on to www.andreaiyamah.com

Olakunbi Oyelese of April By Kunbi
April By Kunbi is the brain-child of Olakunbi Oyelese, a graduate of the renowned Fashion Institute of Technology in New York. Founded in the spring of 2010 and inspired by the month of April – the start of the Spring season, April by Kunbi has been built on the philosophies of newness, freshness and colour.
April By Kunbi is a fashion label that specialises in couture and ready to wear fashion for women who place a premium on the principles of fashion, fit and functionality. With an ever growing portfolio of prêt-a-porter and custom made fashion items, April By Kunbi aims to be a one stop source and a lifestyle brand for everything from wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses, evening and cocktail dresses to casual/active wear, sleepwear, fashion accessories and footwear.
For more information, log on to www.aprilbykunbi.com

Anthonia Yetunde Alabi – Sasha P of Eclectic By Sasha
Eclectic By Sasha is a Nigerian retail brand that seeks to provide the allure of high street fashion at affordable prices to the upwardly mobile woman who is not afraid to stand out in a crowd.
Created by Anthonia Yetunde Alabi popularly known as Sasha, the award winning First Lady Of African Hip Hop began her foray into fashion as a bespoke designer in 2004, With an ever growing client base her dream to create Nigerian high street was born in December 2011 at L’Espace where her sample collection was met with resounding success, Championing the cause to provide readily available female fashion, other services include bespoke tailoring and wardrobe styling.
For more information, log on to www.eclecticbysasha.com

Toyin Lawani of Elegante by TiannahStyling
Toyin Lawani is a serial entrepreneur, a graduate from the University of Lagos and now the CEO of Tiannah’s Place and also the creative director of TiannahStyling her umbrella for her styling and designing endeavors.
Elegante by TiannahStyling is a clothing line that was launched on the 1st of March 2012 at the Civic Centre, Lagos. Her designs carry a modern vintage touch which can be made to order or are ready to wear. The lines target market covers females of all ages but especially those who are 21-45.
For more information, log on to www.tiannahstyling.com

Ewemade Erhabor-Emokpae of Shakara Couture
Founded in 2004, the Shakara Couture Label is a family-run business with a design team led by the creative director Ewemade Erhabor-Emokpae.
On attainment of her Law degree from the University of Lagos, she sought to follow her passion and attended the London College of Fashion and Central Saint Martins to be professionally trained in millinery, dress-making, fashion illustration and personal styling.
The label is recognized for being heavily influenced by vintage glamour. The style of the house is inspired by the timeless elegance and fashion of the 1920s to the 1950s; a time where flattery of the female form was celebrated as the focal point of design. It is a fusion of African and Western vintage fashion using African tribal print, tie and dye, Lace, Embroidery and beadwork.
For more information, log on to www.ShakaraCouture.com

Fashola Olayinka of MOOFA
Fashola Olayinka is a graduate of Sociology from Olabisi Onabanjo University and the creative director of MOOFA. The label is characterised as being classic with a twist for today’s modern woman who love bold, contemporary and edgy pieces that provide directional styling for her wardrobe.
These trans-seasonal pieces are timeless and multi-functional with a style and cut that always Flatter the feminine silhouette.
For more information, e-mail askmoofa@gmail.com

Pade Bowler of David Bowler
David Bowler has an authentic African heritage with its unique style that expresses new forms of elegance, presenting itself as a modern classicism, based on superior sartorial content and creativity.
The label is distinguished by the multi-category competency of womenswear, menswear, apparel and childrenswear – with innovative outerwear as the foundation.
Through a series of licensing agreements, it will also produce and distribute eyewear, fragrances, accessories, bags and luggage.
For more information, log on to www.David-Bowler.com

Hakeem Balogun of Kimono Kollection
Kimono Kollection is the brain-child of a fashion guru Hakeem Balogun. Hakeem’s passion for fashion was bred during his university years in the United Kingdom.
As a student, he schooled himself in the vision of the craftsmen at Saville Row as well as keeping a sharp eye on the edgy East London fashion scene. A combination of both disciplines meant he rapidly became renowned for his own unique personal style.
With two years experience in styling and design training in London, Hakeem moved back to Nigeria. Today, Kimono Kollection is a label cultivated to cater to the needs of the modern man. Whilst the structured tailoring adheres to the principles of a bygone age, the brands appeal is to the diverse, multi lifestyle of the modern day gent.
For more information, log on to www.kimonokollection.com

You can check out all the performances, runway, red carpet and video highlights from MMR 2011 on the official website – www.MusicMeetsRunway.com | Buy your tickets for the 2012 edition on www.MusicMeetsRunway.com/Register1/Tickets
For tickets and tables, e-mail tickets@musicmeetsrunway.com
For sponsorship, e-mail sponsorship@musicmeetsrunway.com
For all press and media inquiries, e-mail press@musicmeetsrunway.com

Fashion Brand, ‘Ma’Bello Clothier’ Casting Call For All Curvy UK Size 8-22 Models

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Ma’Bello Clothier (MB) is a fashion brand that has special expertise in designing, fitting and styling the latest fashions to flatter the curvy woman. The brand features stylish, figure enhancing dresses and other clothing accessories.

In preparation for MB’s official launch this December 2012 in Lagos, the brand is holding a formal casting for all interested models.
Are you a curvy UK size 8-22? Then apply now!!!

Apply by sending the following details: Name, One Full-Length Photograph And Contact Details which should include: Phone Numbers (s) and Email address to: pr.uno@onobello.com

Details to model casting are:
Date: This Friday, 23rd November 2012.
Venue: Beth Model Management, 71 Raymond Njoku Street, Off Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos.
Time: 12 Noon prompt.

GISTVILLE- Italian Fashion Brand, Ermenegildo Zegna Set to Open Outlet in Lagos

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Whichever way you look at the entrance to the Didi private museum in this city’s Victoria Island area, the announcement in the window is clear: “Ermenegildo Zegna opening soon.”

Before the end of this year the Italian men’s wear superbrand will have pioneered its strategic plan to open stores across Africa — in countries where other luxury giants have not yet dared to go. It now has four stores on the continent: in Marrakesh, Casablanca, Cape Town and Johannesburg. That compares to 13 stores in cities across the Middle East.

Zegna, which already has opened stores in North Africa — in Cairo and Casablanca — now has a strategy.

After Lagos, a store is planned for Luanda, Angola, in 2013; Alexandria, Egypt, in 2014; and three other sites are being evaluated in Libya, Kenya and Algeria.

Gildo Zegna, chief executive of the Zegna Group, who is introducing in Milan this week an “Uomo” fragrance in a new partnership with Estée Lauder, has seen the opportunity to sell upscale men’s wear in a continent of peacock males.

The Zegna strategy may also influence the geographic positioning of luxury stores in Lagos, which does not yet have a cluster of high-end stores. Zegna’s street-level spot in the museum building, at 175 Akin Adesola Street, is likely to become the country’s epicenter of luxury shopping.

The new collection of fragrances are called Essenze by Ermenegildo Zegna and slated for launch this December as well . The new fragrance is an added reference to the high-end men’s Ermenegildo Zegna Couture collection that is renowned for its luxury fabrics and impeccable tailoring. The Essenze collection will showcase a signature with more raw materials that will build the base for these male scents. These five fragrances will be packaged in glass bottles that come with a Zegna fabric label with corresponding coloured border that will reflect the keynotes of each individual scent. These fragrances will retail for approximately N40,000 per bottle.

Nevertheless, the new Essenze range of fragrances will allow men who are looking to be distinctively sophisticated to look and feel great not only just their Zegna outfits, but also goes one step further make you smell confident.

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GISTVILLE- NDIDI MUOGHALU TIES THE KNOT

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Ndidi Muoghalu the daughter of Chief Godwin Muoghalu, CEO, Sonik Electronics, recently got hitched in her hometown to her heartthrob - Chijoke . Diddy, as she is fondly called, is not just another babe from a privileged background, she is an entrepreneur to the core as she is fully involved in the daily affairs of Pardis, an ultra modern Chinese restaurant and bar located in the heart of yaba -Lagos. She also runs a pr agency - Tangerine as well as the publisher of Mannequin magazine .

We wish the couple a happy married life together .

More pictures from the traditional wedding after the break