Saturday, August 8, 2009

CITY PEOPLE FASHION WRITER,BOLA AKINBOADE CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY AT PAPAS


By Niyi Tabiti

Bola Akinboade, a senior fashion writer with City People magazine group was hosted to a lavish birthday ceremony at Club Papas on Friday 7 August 2009.The man behind club papas at K's Place,Victoria-Island,Lagos,Mr.Frank Okamigbo informs www.niyitabiti.blogspot.com that the birthday in honour of Bola is part of ways of saying thank you to the writer who has contributed her own meaningful bit to style reporting in Nigeria.As expected, the party was well attended and the dance floor was not empty till 5:30 this morning (Saturday 8 August 2009)





































Friday, August 7, 2009

HAPPY BIRTHDAY EMMY COLLINS

From the entire crew at MORSI PR, we wish EMMY COLLINS, Nigeria's foremost apostle of avant garde fashion a happy birthday. Now that we think about it, we thank God you were born to paint your opinionated but beautiful strokes on the Nigerian Fashion canvass.

Before I leave, where the party at?

TGIF - LAVIVA HAIR HOLDS EXHIBITION SALES AT CLUB SQ.

It is another Friday people and I am here, at your service, to bring you the fashion and beauty events to look out for this weekend. On your marks, get ready, GO!

This Sunday, 9th of August, LAVIVA HAIR in conjunction with LADYDEEJANE SIGNATURE and HAIR GLAMOUR are planning a one day sales exhibition at Club SQ, 147A YOUNIS BASHORUN ST OFF AJOSE ADEOGUN ST VICTORIA ISLAND.

Bola Awosika of Laviva hair ganered a huge following for herself following her commanding performance in the Hair industry and this time she intends to offer sales on her 100% Human Hair pieces, Proffessional Lace front wig fixing and most importantly - Hair Care tips for those of us who just swear by our Lace front wigs.

So ladies, lets not let this once in a Pink Moon opportunity slide by, lets hook up this weekend.  You can also contact Bola Awosika on 08059005927 for more information. C Ya...

Bola Awosika of LAVIVA HAIR 

Lace front wigs 

Some IF U'v Got It Flaunt It...Human hair on display .

Thursday, August 6, 2009

DERMALOGICA LAUNCHES TEENAGE RANGE [CLEAN START] IN NIGERIA

I remember growing up as a teenager. It was a constant battle to remain in vogue, cool and stylish. That involved having a flawless skin. Blessed with my oily skin, it was indeed challenging, but God was faithful [Amen!]. Well for the new generation of young teenagers, the fret over controlling breakouts can be kissed goodbye with the intervention of DERMALOGICA's CLEAN START.

Last week, DERMAOLIGICA launched its teenage range of beauty product CLEAN START to press men at the PROTEA HOTEL, Maryland. Sarah Mee, Export Manager for Dermalogica was on ground to introduce the innovative product which was formulated following intense,hands-on research by the mother Brand. MORSI PR was in charge of synergizing the media for the epoch making launch.

Before I show you the pictures from the CLEAN START launch, lets go down memory lane and revisit DERMALOGICA's first visit. Earlier, DERMALOGICA was in Nigeria to launch their CHROMA WHITE product at the VENIVICI spa. These are pictures from the launch.

Now lets view the pictures from the CLEAN START launch.

CLEAN START is specially made for pre-teens, teens and young adults. CLEAN START, which is not restricted to treating only break-outs and acne, is designed to help bring skin into balance by getting skin clean, taking on issues, and protection for better-looking skin in the vicious cycle of teenage break-outs. 

A study of the teenagers suggest that their spending power is unbelievable, with their high sociability, the demand for flawless skin increases in astronomical rates. This informed the research which led to the products which we see here.

In developing this Brand, DERMALOGICA formed a formidable team of young teenagers who decided the angle and even came up with names for the different products. This group of teens and young adults assisted in the naming, albelling, packaging and product testing and were instrumental in providing DERMALOGICA with feasible ideas. This is the first beauty and health regimen targeted towards the age group. The sensitivity of the teenage skin and its requirements were all taken into cognizance in developing the product. 

The clean start family includes different ranges for diverse purposes. Here is a description of some of the functions;

Ready Set, Scrub! - A Breakout Fighting, Pore refinning Duo

Smart Mouth, Lip Shine - The temptation for adults like me to 'borrow' this fantastic lip balm is from the target audience - teenagers is almost too good to ignore.

Hit the spot - as the name suggest, this acne combatant is designed to hit the acne 'spot-on'. The application for this particular product is directly on the acne and not to be rubbed all over the face like your lovely  BMPRO foundation. 

Welcome Matte SPF15 - Moisturisers with oil controllers to minimize shine. This lightweight lotion reduces shine and offers sun protection without drying skin. The beauty of the DERMALOGICA Brand is the abstainance from dangerous additives which result in side effects.

Wash Off - A foaming wash for the face, back and chest.

Bedtime For Breakouts - This is an overnight clearing treatment for breakouts.

All Over Clear - A refreshing mist that controls shine as it hydrates. This can be sprayed over the face to stamp out breakouts unlike 'Hit The Spot' which has to be applied spot on.

Brighten up SP15 - A multi tasking lotion with UV protection that offers a natural tint and slimmer.

With this new beauty and health regimen available, I can't help but ask myself; "Where was DERMALOGICA + CLEAN START when I was growing up?"

ELITE MODEL LOOK 2009 - BETH MODELLING HITS THE TOWNS TO SCOUT FOR MODELS.

The intensity is heightened as the countdown to the audition for the second edition of ELITE MODEL LOOK COMPETITION NIGERIA begins. BETH MODELLING the Franchise owners| organisers for the Nigerian edition of the global reputed event hits different cities in a bid to scout for Nigeria's delectable beauties.  ELITE MODELLING AGENCY is arguably the most prestigous agency reputed with discovering high profile models like Naomi Campbell, Tyra Banks, Oluchi Orlandi and Gisele Bundchen.

ELITE MODEL LOOK is indeed the world’s largest and most exceptional model search in the world; which selects only the finest models from across 80 countries, Nigeria inclusive. The first edition of the prestigous event which was held in Lagos last year, saw Tracy Onyekachukwu emerge overall winner. Right now Tracy is on a two year contract with ELITE MODEL AGENCY, UK. The grand auditions hold on the 29th of August.

The dates are;

IBADAN - 3rd - 5th August

ABUJA - 7th - 8th August

LAGOS - 10th - 15th August

So watch out ladies for the ELITE crew in your neighbourhood on these dates. If you are between 14-22, female and 5ft7" and above, and you believe you possess the grace and courage to grace the world stage, don't pass up this opportunity.

Tracy Onyekachukwu - Winner of the first edition currently in the UK signed on to ELITE MODEL, UK as the third Ngerian to be signed on to the agency following Oluchi Orlandi and Agbani Darego.

This event is sponsored by  MERCEDES BENZ, HAIR LTD, PROTEA HOTEL and MOET& CHANDON.

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

NOW TELL US WHO KILLED FASHION?

By Niyi Tabiti

Event was the 2009 edition of Soundcity Music Video awards and venue was Expo Centre of Oceanview,Victoria Island,Lagos.Date was 1 August 2009.This beautiful lady here was one of the 'August' visitors at the ceremony.
After taking her photos, a friend whispered to my ears, "Niyi, this woman has killed fashion!"
Well, the name of the game is showbusiness and everyone has got to show themselves.Hello lady, show some more!!!

Tuesday, August 4, 2009

SMVA 2009:BIGIANO THANK FANS…SAYS “MY BEST IS YET TO COME

By Niyi Tabiti
Chief Reporter


To many fans of Bigiano, Nigeria's indisputable 'shayo' master,the 2009 Soundcity Music Video Awards (SMVA) is a worthwhile reward for the musician who has indeed paid his dues in the Nigerian entertainment industry.
So it was not a suprise as he clinched two prestigious awards at the elaborate award ceremony, which took place on Saturday 1 August 2009.Only 2face Idibia and Psquare, achieved the same feat of two awards at the ceremony.
Bigiano's video 'Shayo' won him the two awards and it was shot in South Africa. As he fought back tears at the Expo Centre inside Oceanview, the artist told newsmen that he thank God,his fans, his powerful team and everyone that has supported him in the cause of his work all over the world. "The awards is a challenge for me to do more and I promise not to disappoint everyone " he said in an emotion laden voice.
The "you no go fit come my party make you no go shayo" crooner says he would pay them back with some works that is coming up soon. So watch out.

Tuesday, July 28, 2009

PAUL IK DAIRO RECOVERS FROM CANCER AND OTHER NIGERIA CELEBRITY NEWS

The Nigerian entertainment industry is deeply concerned about the health of one of their own,Paul Play IK Dairo. The news in town is that the musician,producer ,composer and son of legendary musician,IK Dairo,was down with Cancer and had to spend sometime in a South Africa hospital where he was taken to.The news coming from that part of the world indicates that all is well with the Ijesha born musician.

FUTURE NIGERIA 'REPRESENTS' IN LATIVA

The Future Project, Nigeria was, from the 6th to 12th of July, selected to represent Nigeria at a youth exchange sponsored by the European Commission in Latvia . The Republic of Latvia is a country in the Baltic region of Northern Europe – bordered to the right by Russia .

The youth exchange was part of a large scale project, Sharing World Youth Skills, financed by the European Commission and organized by Code International, The Netherlands and Youth Leaders Coalition, Latvia in partnership with organizations from Germany , Italy , Spain , Sweden , Ghana , Cote d’Ivore, Bolivia , Brasilia and Mexico . The Future Project, Nigeria/The Future Awards was the only organisation from Africa .

Participants were aged 18 – 25, and Nigeria was represented by Emilia Asim-Ita, who is TFA’s Marketing Director, and Aninoritse Odeli, who has been a volunteer on the project for two years. The location was the seaside summer camp Abragciems.

The programme involved workshops, exhibitions and study visits on the work that youth organisations are doing across continents. The participants shared experiences, tools and methods – with an emphasis on the place of gender, especially female, in societies.

Each country also got an opportunity to make a presentation on their native lands, and the Nigerian representatives eagerly displayed to other participants bits on Nigerian youth culture, politics, geography, government, and the work that youth groups are doing for the country.

“It’s amazing the misconceptions people still have in parts of the world that don’t have much opportunity to interact with African professionals,” Asim-Ita said, “but beyond just the platform to present a new face for our country, we were struck once again by how similar the work of organisations all over the world are. We were also gratified to see that those youth who are doing change projects properly with structure and sustainability, as opposed to jamborees, manage to succeed despite how difficult it is to secure funding. It was an enriching experience.”

The programme leads to a review exchange in Ghana in the last quarter of this year.



Monday, July 27, 2009

LANRE DA SILVA AJAYI PREDICTS THE ELEGANCE OF SUMMER

Wide eyed fascination, increased amazement, astonishing couturing. These are the terms that invade my mental space when I ponder on the craftmanship that has become Lanre Da Silva Ajayi. In four years, LDA has consistently coutured awe-inpiring wonders via her creations. Ironically, though her collections draw inspiration from the 50's and 60's, LDA's art possess a strong futuristic feel. When you walk into a room or an event, you need not fish for attention in an LDA piece; attention simply clothes you.

At the ARISE FASHION WEEK which was held in South Africa last two weeks, LDA redefined the art of dress making. These inimitable finnese was masterly displayed as LDA painted the intricate elegance of summer in a mixture of bright colours and intricate designs. LDA masterfully paints a picture of elegance redefined, creating unique pieces for unique women of elegance. Even though the fashion week ended a couple of weeks back, the large set of enthralled audience cannot seem to get enough of this collection as her studio at No. 1b, Lanre Da-Silva close, Ikoyi has been flooded with a barraige of orders. 

View these pictures and join the movement of redefined elegance. 

Sunday, July 26, 2009

WHO LEAVES KOKOMANSION TODAY? EVICTION FEVER GRIP HOUSEMATES


THE latest victim that will leave the Koko Mansion among the remaining eight girls (Kokolette) will be known today as eviction takes place this evening from 5pm on Koko TV, the channel that broadcasts happenings in Koko Mansion.
Tension has gripped the girls, Shona, Rita, Elizabeth, Victoria, Chinwe, Chidinma, Bolanle and Rekana already. Uncertainty hangs in the air; every contestant is putting final touches to her game plan to remain in D’banj’s mansion for the remaining four weeks.
The dance competition, one of the many tasks the Kokolettes have undertaken since they moved into the mansion last month, was great...Both teams (Blue and Red teams) did very well. It would have been hard to decide which team was going win. But at last, Red team (Chidinma, Rekana, Chinwe, and Lizzy) won. The kokolettes had more than a guest in the mansion this last week. Singer D'jinne was in the house to do what he knows how to do best. The Mamuzee Twins had earlier in the week taught the girls some dance steps while the ‘owner’ of the mansion, Afro hip hop superstar, D'banj was in the house, and had a one on one chat with the girls. He talked about managing their success, and specifically managing the N5million naira prize money (for the eventual winner). The Grotto night club and bar owner, Abiodun Adegoke, was also a guest at the mansion.
There's been a sudden kind of closeness between Shona and Chinwe, strange, but true.
However, the next person to join the evictees, Bidemi, Chioma, Mary and Lillian will be known today when show hostess, Marian Anazodo and D’banj announce the result of votes cast by viewers across the globe.
Koko Mansion that enters its fifth week today has generated a lot of interest among viewers of the reality show being aired on HiTV Pay TV Company.
Koko Mansionrevolves around the quest of 12 beautiful, talented girls that will live in a mansion for eight weeks, to become the ideal Kokolette (wife). The Mansion is situated in an undisclosed area in Lagos. Hip hop superstar D’banj will play a vital role in the oncoming show.
In these weeks, the young women will be groomed and tested in various activities in order to determine the one with the greatest Koko Virtues, worthy of being a wife –a Kokolette.
Some of these Koko Virtues that the viewer that would be the ultimate judge in the intrigue-filled show would be looking out for are: the ability of the Kokolette to cook scrumptious meals, her ability to furnish and maintain the mansion. The Kokolette must also be industrious while being able to take care of the home front; her ability to be respectful and courteous at all times would be put to test. The potential Kokolette must be able to emulate notable women in the society even as she shows the ability to impress the viewers, under all circumstances in order to win the public’s votes to remain in the house among others.
D’banj would among other things, help the public determine who the winner should be. He is currently one of the most eligible single young men in Nigeria and it is believed that the music star will be able to adequately represent most men in the limelight who people assume would not appreciate a complete woman. So, with the help of his friends and associates, the public will know the most tolerant, hospitable and respectful woman in the mansion. D’banj’s entertaining character may also act as a catalyst that will bring out the girls’ true personalities.
The winner of the show will emerge the most sought Kokolette.
The Kokolette must be a beautiful young lady, at least 18 years old; she must be smart and intellectually savvy; she must also possess a fun talent she is willing to explore and definitely a WIFE material. She must be well-cultured with sound domestic training, an absolute diva with the ability to get along with a diverse crowd. The Kokolette must be someone with good moral values, independent and ambitious aside being a creative person.
The Kokolette must also be an excellent host, a very creative person who understands and can get along with the celebrity lifestyle of the hip hop star. A video audition was used by the panel determine the 12 finalists.
Eviction is primarily done by the public and could be based on D’banj’s comments. Every week, there will be a talent show segment where each lady must showcase her talent to the viewers. Talent is an important criterion to be part of the show because it would serve as the platform for each Kokolette to become a celebrity in their own right after the show. However, each week, among the three ladies up for eviction, it would be D’Banj’s prerogative to give Koko Mycine (immunity) to one of the girls. He can only use Koko Mycine once in the duration of the show. “The winner will among other benefits, be crowned Kokolette 1, get a Chris Aires Diamond ring, a brand new convertible car, feature in his next music video You Don Make Me Fall In Love alongside N5 million in cash. Aside that, the winner will be D’Banj’s companion at public events both within and outside Nigeria. She would further emerge as HiTV’s Hi-Babe; that is, Beautiful,
Amiable, Bold and Entertaining. Asides from exploring her talent professionally, she’ll be obligated to get involved in women empowering projects that would especially reinforce the unique role of an African woman in the development of our society-www.gistmaster.com

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