Nollywood actress,Rita Dominic braids hairstyle to AFRIFF 2015

See what beautiful Nollywood actress, Rita Dominic wore to Africa  Film Festival taking lace in Lagos.Braids by Oluchi Onuigbo. Below is Rita with Married but Living single actress,Kiki Omeili. When it comes to paying attention to fashion and beauty detail,Rita is always up and doing.

 

FAYROUZ L’ORIGINAL 2 WINNERS, TEAM MEDDLELANE TO SHOWCASE DESIGNS AT LDFW 2015

Following their big win at the second edition of Fayrouz L’Original 2 competition, Team Meddlelane will join top designers in the Nigerian Fashion industry to showcase their designs at the Lagos Design Fashion Week which holds from Wednesday, October 28 to Friday, October 31st, 2015.

The team who wowed guests and judges at the star-studded July 25th l’Original finale and went home with 4 million Naira alongside numerous fashion opportunities

Pearl Look Beauty Pageant is here. Win a trip to Europe and other prizes

Pearl Look 2015 Beauty Pageant - 

ARE YOU GOOD LOOKING?

Do you have what it takes to be the next pearl look queen?

Opportunity is here for you!!!

Download application form on www.pearllook.com, print it out, fill it and come with it during casting.

Registration is free!!!

Criteria: Participant must be between the age of 18 and

What Folake Coker and Lanre Nzeribe have in Common

  Many people don't know that top notch designer, Folake Coker of Tifanny Amber and Lanre Nzeribe, Monalisa Chinda's ex-lover have something in common.Okay,Gistmaster is so sure that you are probably thinking about the Whitney Houston and Bobby Brown's song "We have something in common"

  

  Sources told Gistmaster.com that Folake and Lanre Nzeribe indeed have something in common.Relax, we will tell you how. Folake's father,Chief Bode Akindele married Lanre Nzeribe's mum. Lanre's step brother, Ladi Akindele is well known in social circles as a big boy.Despite this kind of relationship, you hardly see the designer and Mr Nzeribe together, talkles of taking pictures.

Lanre Nzeribe and Monalisa Chinda when the going was good.

Folake Akindele is a one of Nigeria's high flying designers. Once married to Folarin Coker,a former deputy Chief of Staff in Lagos state and son of Baba Eto of Lagos. Folake,41, read law at the Buckingham University,UK.

Lanre Nzeribe on the other hand is a businessman.People know and hear more about his affairs with Liz Benson,Grace Egbagbe, Folake Odutola,Alex Lopez and Monalisa Chinda than his businesses.

 

 

     

Tayo Shonekan:Why I Left Engineering for Clothes Designing-Punch

I love this interview on Tayo Shonekan published in the Punch and thought i should share. Tayo Shonekan is a stylist, designer and Chief Executive Officer of AIMAS, a fashion label. She talks about why she decided to focus on designing

Q: Why did you make the switch from styling to designing?

A: I have always done the two side by side; one did not precede the other. Now, I do less of styling and more of designing because I am trying to build my brand. I no longer style as often as I used to.

Q: How did you delve into designing?

A: As a newly-wed expecting my first baby in the United Kingdom, I was home and not working. I wondered what I could do, but I had always been interested in fashion, even though it was not my course of study at the university. I studied manufacturing engineering. I started by designing T-shirts and it became a success.

Q: Why did you move back to Nigeria?

A: Every city has its advantages and disadvantages. People always think the grass is greener on the other side. If you are young, single and want to explore life, you might want to live there. But when you get married and start having children, it is preferable to relocate home. Over there, childcare services are expensive but here in Nigeria, you can have your family around while you manipulate your time. Also, there are more opportunities in Nigeria, even though it is tough. Because the UK and other countries are more developed, start-ups find it difficult to flourish.

Q: What does it require to be a designer?

A: Fashion is not an easy industry. A lot of people just wake up and think they can do fashion. People try it and fall by the way side. Only people who have the passion and talent survive.

Q: Your designs are a fusion of African and western styles…

A: We started by making T-shirts and we added a bit of ankara to it which made it different from what every other person was doing at that time. But for our ready-to-wear line, we do not use ankara. We create our own prints and it has African aesthetics. That is the aesthetics behind the brand. It is modern, fresh, contemporary and we still want people to know that it has an African flair and content to it.

Q: Do your designs convey any particular message?

A: My designs try to show the beauty of the African continent and at the same time pass the message that you do not really have to dress in a traditional mode to show you are African. Anyone in the world can wear our pieces regardless of where they come from.

Q: But people still consider you to be more of a stylist than a designer…

A: That is quite true, because we do not take part in any of the major fashion

Jennifer Obayuwana and Nkiru Anumundu Rocking Dolce And Gabbana 2014 Print

Fashion Photo:Polo luxury goods company boss, Jennifer Obayuwana is excited that great  inds in fashion thinks alike. She posted this photo on her and one of her fashion mentors, Nkiru Anumundu on instagram. Its a beautiful Dolce and Gabana (D&G) print fall/winter 2014.

BIG BROTHER STARS POKELLO AND ELIKEM BECOME AMBASSADORS FOR AFRICA FASHION WEEK NIGERIA

 The organisers of the much awaited Africa Fashion Week Nigeria (AFWN) whose core aim is to provide visibility platforms for new talents and help gather international attention and awareness, has announced its new ambassadors. The event which is to hold in the month of May17th and 18th we have announced Pokello Nare and Elikem Kumordz , the soon-to-be couple as ambassadors of the Africa Fashion Week Nigeria, who were big brother housemates 2013 (The Chase).

Elikem , a fashion designer who has a collection of designs is now a part of the AFWN and so also is Pokello. The Africa Fashion Week Nigeria

Global Fashion Week Abuja 2014 Set To Host Patience Jonathan,Others

As part of its promoting peace and unity in Africa through key
lifestyle events, Face of World organization is putting together the Global
 Fashion week in collaboration with Institute of Peace
and Conflict Resolutions in Abuja.

According to information gathered by Gistmaster, the event is slated
to hold between July 28 and August 2, 2014 at Sheraton Hotels, Abuja.

If everything go as planned by the organizers, we gathered that the
runway would be formally opened by the First lady, Dame Patience
Jonathan. She would be supported by the country director UN Millennium
Goal,wife of the vice present, Mrs Sambo,wife of the senate president,
Mrs Helen David Mark and others.
The organisers said there would be peace concerts while guests would
also be treated to runway catwalk by celebrities such as Charly and
recognised fashion models all over the country.

Photo:Brandy the iconic style queen Nubian look

Brandy is always branded!American born singer and actress,Brandy look like iconic style queen with this Nubian look. She is one of my all time best of the best.Now if anyone has a question on how a woman can keep looking young without plastic surgery, Brandy is in a good position.
-Niyi Tabiti

LUXURY FRENCH BRANDS CREED AND LALIQUE BOTH LAUNCH EXCLUSIVELY AT MONTAIGNE PLACE IN NIGERIA

 Montaigne Place, the Luxury Cosmetics, Fragrance and Well-being Company exclusively launches CREED Perfumes and LALIQUE Perfumes and Candles in all of its 18 stores across Nigeria.

Montaigne Place, trading name of Montaigne AH Ltd has brought many other exclusive and leading brands to Nigeria such as Black Up, Clarins, Lalique, Dr Murad, Chanel, Christian Dior, YESforLOV and many more.

Montaigne Place headed by Chief Executive Officer- Alali H. Hart, who has a vast amount of knowledge in beauty, luxury and

Notice Board- Upcoming events in Nigeria December 2012 and other info

   
Fabulous people would be taking their turn on the red carpet of Fabs Award 2012. Several people especially designers,celebrities,top fashionistas and models have been nominated in various categories of the awards.
    According to the organizers,FAB awards will hold the biggest fashion

AFRICA FASHION WEEK LONDON MODEL CASTING IN LAGOS

Africa Fashion Week London (AFWL) announces 3rd and 4th of August 2012 will be the date for the sparkle event at London's Spitalfields Market Hall. Following the unprecedented success of last year’s event, AFWL has relocated to London Spitalfields, recent winners of a Best New Open Space award. This year’s event is set to be bigger and better with a larger venue, more designers and tons more exhibitors. This will be the first large scale event  to showcase UK and non-UK based seasoned and emerging fashion designers inspired by Africa.

  This year casting for models in Nigeria will be held at French/Nigeria based photographer Emilio Conti in his Villa, No7, Adeyemi Lawson Street Ikoyi, Lagos.

All models from different agency are invited. Models should come with their portfolio or Zcard along with them.

All models selected should see Joan Okorodudu CEO, ISIS Models after the casting.

The casting time: 10AM to 4PM

Date: 12 of May 2012.

However, Ronke Ademiluyi, CEO of Africa Fashion Week London says:

‘We were astounded by the level of support shown to AFWL last year. This time round, we are taking things to a higher level, with a bigger venue it’s hoped the event will reach a higher magnitude.  By promoting African fashion globally we hope to integrate African countries into the fashion industry and also contribute to the reduction of poverty by developing the fashion and textile industry’

The showcase debuted last year with an impressive turnout of over 4,700 attendees, the two day extravaganza created an unparalleled platform for over 50 international designers to showcase their collections. With the Olympics this year, all corners of the world will be focusing on what London has to offer, on and off the race tracks. The time is now to highlight Africa as a frontrunner in the international fashion community.

Spitalfields Market is surrounded by independent shops, cafes, bars and awarding winning restaurants such as Canteen, Galvin La Chapell and Giraffe to name a few. With a capacity of over 10,000 visitors, Spitalfields is the perfect location for a two day display of fashion, art, music and food.

FOUR DESIGNERS DISPLAY CREATIVITY AT ALLURE MAGAZINE EVENT

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Four designers showcased their works at the Women on Wellness Seminar organized by Allure magazine produced by Vanguard Newspapers on Saturday 2 July 2011 in Lagos.

It is presented here as captured by Gistmaster.com

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The Four designers are Larry Kay Ojomo of Mon Ami Couture,Ngozi Onyeakwu of Vivis Design, House of Jonah led by Mrs. Joan Okorodudu and Imol Design led by Adeyinka Jonah. The Guests, which included Mrs. Abimbola Fashola, wife of Lagos State Governor and her Ondo State counterpart, Mrs. Olufunke Mimiko,Mrs. Abah Folawiyo, Mrs. Yetunde Onileere, Mrs. Sarah Sosan, Mr. Larry Agotshe  and wife, Senator Florence Ita- Giwa,Hon Abike Dabiri-Erewa and several others applauded the designers for their creativity.

- Report and photos by Niyi Tabiti

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ALL EYES ON LAGOS FASHION AND DESIGN WEEK:DETAILS AND PHOTOS FROM PRESS CONFERENCE

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By Niyi Tabiti

Lagos Fashion and Design Week is set to make its debut this year, with MTN as the major sponsor and supported by British Council. This was officially announced by Omoyemi Akerele, the Creative Director of Style House Files, promoters of the event. The  fashion week is slated to hold in October this year.

At a press conference held this afternoon at Villa Medici, Victoria Island, Lagos, Mrs Akerele disclosed that the event would raise the bar in the fashion and style sector.

Omoyemi said it would promote and celebrate those who are making valuable contributions to the style industry. The Young designer of the year  award winner would go home with an Hyundai Car worth #4.5 million while young fashion entrepreneur of the year would also go home with #1 million Naira cash. MTN model of year will also be selected during the event.

Cherry Eromosele, a senior manager with MTN in her short speech to the press, said MTN is not just in the business of providing their customers with reliable telecom experience, but they seek different avenues to impact on their lives positively.

" We talk to our customers from different segments, age brackets and what they are passionate about and we note that one of such is fashion" , Eromosele said. She disclosed the reason why MTN is supporting the Lagos Fashion and design week is to make invaluable contributions to the industry.

Those who were at the press conference include Tayo Shonekan, Babajide Akin Familuyi of FABS magazine, Folake Akindele Coker of Tiffany Amber, Isio Elohor of Beth Models, Ono Bello, Funsho Aina of MTN and others.

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DESIGNER IN SPOTLIGHT: BIG CELEBRATION AS ROMANITZA MARKS 20 YEARS ANNIVERSARY

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Romanita Claudia Iovan, popularly known as Romanitza is set to celebrate her 20 years of fashion designing come Friday16th September, 2011 at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel, NewYork, America.

The former Romanian fashion model launched her fashion house in 1991 and now she’s a fashion household name in Romania due to her inimitable style and work ethic, which is always displayed at her runway shows.

She emerged winner at the National Fashion Festival in Romania and in 1994, she became the first Romanian to be invited to open a showroom at the World Trade Plaza in Bucharest while in 1996, her Runway was performed at the same place where she celebrated her 5 years of designing.

Romanita opened her second boutique on Bucharest’s fashionable Calea Victoriei in 1999 and became the Executive Retailer of Elegance Paris fabric and the Elegance boutique prêt-a porter line, as well as of Borsalino hats and Bruno Magli shoes and bags for Romania.

Few years later, she opened the Escada Couture shop in Bucharest. This impeccable designer continues to build her brand. She has appeared on different fashion events, television program while her unique collection has also featured in famous publication like Book Moda (Italy), Limited Edition (UAE), Epoch Times (USA) and many more

-Gistmaster.com

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THE POSING- RITA DOMINIC,GENEVIEVE NNAJI, KATE HENSHAW- ALL STYLISHLY ENDOWNED AT GOODLUCK JONATHAN's EVENT

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Nigerian stars are living up to the  rules of fashion- wear to fit, look great and keep it clean with a smile dancing on your lips for the camera.

These are some of the photos yours truly captured at yesterday's lunch with President Goodluck Jonathan. It was well attended. Rita Dominic, Kate Henshaw, Monalisa Chinda, Genevieve Nnaji, Mai Atafo, Kanayo O Kanayo and several others attended the event.

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and several others attended the event, which took place inside the expo Centre of Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos.

-By Niyi Tabiti - niyi@gistmaster.com

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THE AFRO HAIR AND BEAUTY SHOW TAKING PLACE MAY 2011 IN LONDON

Zed Eye Presents...fashion show and Pop
Up Boutique taking place for the 2nd year running at the Afro Hair & Beauty
Show in London, the biggest trade show for young fashionable black women!
The Afro Hair and Beauty LIVE will be celebrating its 30th anniversary on
the 29th and 30th of May 2011 at the Business Design Centre in Islington.

The Afro hair and beauty LIVE show which attracts over 4000 visitors over
the two days, is set to have a bigger focus on fashion with the Zed Eye
presents... fashion showcase.  This year, the Zed Eye Presents... will be
showcasing the works of over 10 emerging and established designers, whose
work draws an influence from Africa. Some of the designers showcasing at
the show include Parisian designer Anggy Haif known for his extensive use
of  materials like Raffia , Vines and Leaves. Ghanaian influenced designer
Oheme Ohene who owns a boutique in South London and new labels such as
Adopted Culture by Award winning Ghanaian Model Nana Afua Antwi.

As well as showcasing in the show, participating brands will also be
selling items in the Pop- Up Boutique.  Other brands who will be taking
part in the Pop- Up boutique are acclaimed eponymous labels Gloria
WavaMunno and Dionne Goodings shoes.

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NIGERIAN MODELS, HOUSE OF JOLA POMP COLOURS AT COUTURE FASHION WEEK 2011

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By Niyi Tabiti

For Joan Okorodudu, the founder of House of Jola designs in Nigeria, the 2011  Couture Fashion Week in New York  is yet another wondrous outing as she stormed the runway with a bevy

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of astonishing models and designs with the proudly African

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ankara attitude. That is not all. Gistmaster.com gathered that DC Fashion Week and BET rip the runway show in US also had a taste of House of Jola and the models who went, saw and conquered the runway with their talent. Aside Bunmi Ademokoya, Aisha Olu, Tope, Aishatu Bello,Sandra Iwu Moussa and other African models also did well.

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