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 .

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.

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!!!

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.

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 6^th to 12^th 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.