La Mode de Yolande

Malgorzata Dudek: Simply a magnificent work of Art!

2012-01-26T15:34:00.000-08:00

So last season during London Fashion Week I got to work with the Amazing Polish designer Malgorzata Dudek whose creations just simply blew everyone away! Dubbed as the new Alexander McQueen, I just had to share with you some of her extradinary pieces below :)

Let me know your what you think guys!

xx

Lookbook: Malgorzata Dudek
Season: Spring Summer 2012
Model: Katarzyna Nawrocka |Gaga Models|
Hair: Margo Wegierek
Makeup: Patricia Bontscheff
Stylist: Jadwiga Pokryszka
Set Design: Uli Gajsa
Photographer: Christoph Musiol
Website: www.malgorzatadudek.com

Kiss Lashes truly are the business!!

2012-01-26T10:06:00.000-08:00

So if your lashes are anything like mine...ridiculously curly... making the experience of adding on a pair of false lashes rather terrifying, then fear no more, Kiss Lashes have the definitive answer!!! No more spending countless hours trying to figure out how all the how-to-add-false-lashes vloggers do it! Kiss have come up with an amazing concept to save you time and enable you to join the glam pack and all for under £6!!!

The Kiss Ever Easy lashes are an absolute god send. They give you the easiest application of false lashes EVER! With a patented technology you simply pick your style, apply glue to the lash and place over the eye-lid by holding the strings. Once completely dry, hold the lash in place and gently tug on the longer strand of the red string. You’ll find that they slide out so easily and leave you with a perfectly applied lash- no sticky fingers, tweezers or cotton buds needed!

What’s more, Kiss Ever Easy Lashes are made from real hair, which means you can apply mascara, clean with make up remover, and re-use whenever you like. There are a total of 10 styles to choose from including a subtle daytime look, fifties pin-up glamour, A List luxe and full on drama.

Kiss Ever Easy Lashes are available at www.boots.com priced at £5.62

So next time to need a pair of quick and easy lashes remember to grab a pair of ‘Kiss Ever Easy Lashes’!

Bisous xx

Happy New Year!

2012-01-01T13:29:00.000-08:00

“When one door closes, another opens; but we often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door that we do not see the one which has opened for us.” – Alexander Graham Bell ________________________________________________________________

I just wanted to wish everyone a fantastic 2012!!

2011 has truly been an amazing year and challenging year with the continued recession hitting many. Although I am one to constantly say “Gosh where does the time go??” When looking back and reflecting on the year, I actually realised that so much had happened and the most important thing is to appreciate we made it through to 2012! Many didn’t and I sometimes feel we don’t appreciate this statement enough.

Below are just some of my 2011 memories in pics :)

Looking forward to charing my 2012 with you all !

Enjoy!

BEYONCE SPARKLES IN RALPH & RUSSO COSTUMES ADORNED WITH SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS ON HER FIRST TV SPECIAL

2011-12-08T04:26:00.000-08:00

A few years ago I got to work with the Amazing Ralph and Russo Duo at the La Dolce Vita event in Olympia which I was manging and one thing I could say is this brand has been amazingly consistent with their show stopping creations! So when I heard Beyonce wore some of their fabulous pieces on her recent show ' “A Night With Beyoncé” on ITV1' I surely was'nt surprised but very proud :)

Sixteen-times Grammy Award winner Beyonce wowed the audience in her first ever TV special “A Night With Beyonce”, which aired on ITV1 last Sunday 4th December. The singer dazzled in two Swarovski encrusted costumes designed by luxury couture house Ralph & Russo.

Ralph & Russo used over 50,000 SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS to create the sensational costumes - a daring nude mesh bodysuit covered in smoke blue Swarovski crystal, and a dramatic red leather flared skirt with bronze metallic cut out corset also embellished with thousands of crystals.

Designers Tamara Ralph and Michael Russo commented on this exclusive collaboration: “Both outfits were designed especially with Swarovski Elements to help create a fun, edgy feel for her show.”

The superstar performed some of her greatest and best known hits as well as tracks from her latest album, "4".

Check out the amazing Ralph and Russo Brand at www.ralphandrusso.com and www.swarovskisparkles.com

Bisous xx

Catching-up with Interior Design Shop Owner Jane Trozzo,,,

2011-12-06T14:26:00.000-08:00

With Christmas round the corner I had the privilege of interviewing Jane Trozzo, the fabulous lady behind Janetrozzo.com to find out all about her Fabulous Stylish products ...

1) What inspired you to make the transition from florist to interior design shop owner?

Ever since I was young I have always been passionate about design in any form. I love creating and designing whether that is with flowers or about the house with homes and gardens accessories. Setting up www.janetrozzo.com just seemed like a natural and logical step to take after working as a florist and another way for me to share my love of design with others. I still do floristry even now and janetrozzo.com just gives me another outlet for design. I am glad I took the step!

2) What makes janetrozzo.com unique from other sites?

janetrozzo.com is different because of our ability to source stylish decorative items, that aren't easily found on the high street. I have always liked things that are hard to find and make other people say: Ohhh!?? Where did you get that!? That is the essence of janetrozzo.com and always will be. I love researching home and garden accessories and putting together collections that will really add something distinct to people's homes. I try to stock products that people will fall in love with immediately and hopefully add something special to their homes!

3) What is your best selling product at present?

Currently our best selling product is the Sunflower Mirror and has been for about 3 months. It’s antique gold effect and just looks amazing! It really does have that ‘WOW’ factor and I guess why people keep buying it! It’s large at 34 ½ diameter and made from metal and glass and just looks stunning! A real head turning addition to anyone's home, literally!

4) What can we expect from janetrozzo.com in the near future?

To keep sourcing new and unusual products and to keep designing new ones myself! The Christmas range , and I designed 15 new items. I am already receiving some very encouraging feedback! There is a red ruffle heart, made from felt, a red ruffle Christmas tree, which is very popular and then the rest of the range includes pot pourie, garlands and cinnamon sticks. Designing my own range of products is like creating with flowers, only now also products for the home and garden!

Visit www.janetrozzo.com to shop :)

Friday Night with the Fabulous Kelly Rowland :) ...and a Snake Lady :S

2011-12-05T15:04:00.000-08:00

Last Friday I managed the fabulous Aegis Fashion Event which was hosted by the StunningnX-Factor Judge Kelly Rowland. The event was celebrating the launch of the Spring/Summer 2012 Aegis (U Unique)Fashion Forward phone cases.

The event took place at the exquisite 141 Club in London Mayfair. My good friend Seb manages the venue so it was so much fun and he went the extra mile to ensure everything I needed was sorted immediately :)

Also Performing on the night was UK Pop Singer Bluey Robinson whose sensational voice sure got the crowd moving.

Below: Some pics from the night!

Above Pic: Kelly Rowland enjoying herself at the event

Models getting their nails done

Model Temi wearing Leopard print dress by Lipsy

V.I.P :)

Model Katie rocking this abstract Lipsy Print dress rather nicely :)

Mr & Miss England with UK Singer Bluey RObinson who performed on the night

OMG The Champagne Parade with the Snake lady! I was freaking out!!

Ruth Francis interviewing Kelly Rowland on stage

Overall it was a fab night and enjoyed working on the event and can’t wait to get my Aegis Phone Case :)

Visit the Aegis website http://www.aegis.uk.com/ to view their fabulous new phone case range.

Zed Eye at Britain & Irelands Next Top Model Live!

2011-10-28T23:36:00.000-07:00

Today I headed down to the Excel centre to assist Zed Eye’s designer Zi at her fabulously chic stand at Britain and Ireland’s Next Top Model Live. Not only was Zed Eye the only African designer showcasing at the exhibition, her clothes were also in demand especially amongst the BNTM contestants who were itching to wear her feather dress and host Vernon Francois who ended up snapping up a pair of her Harem pants to don on the stage during his session.

Vernon Francois on stage :)

There was so much interest generated, it was Unbelievable!! The mailing list requests just kept coming in and we had the stunning Big Brother Maisy James pop by Her and Zi certainly shared some giggles and discussed their love of Vintage shades.
:)

Model Dudley O'Shaughnessy from Rihanna’s video also made an appearance at the show which caused a bit of a stir and had screaming girls cuing like mad!!!

I spotted a couple of great models I’ve also worked with who were modelling :)

To view more of Zed Eye’s designs visit www.zedeye.com

Boots Press Day!

2011-10-26T09:43:00.000-07:00

So today I attended the Boots press day with my cousin Kathy who is a professional Make-up Artist.

Yummy snacks upon arrival :)

The event took place at the Future Gallery by Leicester Square and being a beauty junkie, you can imagine my excitement! I guess I have to be grateful that my skin can handle quite a lot considering the amount of different products I am forever trying on my skin!! I guess you have to enjoy the benefits now as I’m not sure how much of it I will be getting away with in years to come :O

I loved the set-up of the main room as it really made me feel at home and off course I love all things ‘girly & fabulous’ so was immediately drawn to the dressing table which featured some of Boot’s fantastic No7 products! Honestly if you have never tried any of the Boots No7 products you are SERIOUSLY missing out!! What was great about the Press day was I got to learn more about the science behind the Boots product formula’s and check my skin type as it has most definitely changed over the years. It used to be very dry and slowly I have discovered how oily it actually is now.

It's all in the Science :)

I got to try the new Boots Primer (out in stores Jan 2012) which felt absolutely Lush on the Skin!

Overall I was all for the day cream and the N07 Lipsticks!! I sure will be stocking up on these in the New Year!!!

For more info on the Boots product range visit www.boots.com

Spotted! Award winning Actress Kate Ford in Monsura Boutique

2011-10-06T10:28:00.000-07:00

The Award Winning British Actress Kate Ford was recently seen sporting a fabulous Monsura Boutique bag in a rich mustard and brown tone.

The actress famously known for playing the role of Tracy Barlow in Coronation Street is also a passionate PETA supporter.

Monsura Bags have been a big hit with the celebs recently with Footballer John Carew rocking the man bag version during London Fashion Week last month.

For more info on Monsura Boutique visit www.monsura.com

EMERGING DESIGNER SHOWCASE: BROWNSCOURTROOM

2011-09-09T07:58:00.000-07:00

The Landmark building, Browns Courtrooms, in Covent Garden will host the LGN Events Emerging designer showcase this September during London Fashion Week. Taking place on 19 September 2011, the fashion showcase will consist of a Catwalk Presentation showcasing a selection of some of the best emerging fashion talent out there...read on to find out who will be showcasing :)

Q by JIN JOO MA
London College of Fashion alumni, Jin Joo Ma presented her quirky yet wearable debut collection for the first time during London Fashion Week last season. Employing jersey, chunky knitwear and glitter panelling into her designs, Jin took inspiration from her MA pieces to create a more street-style friendly line.
Her work has been featured in a number of prestigious fashion publications which include Dazed Digital and Style Bubble.
This season sees her return to London Fashion Week for the second season with another spectacular collection.

http://jinjoo-ma.com

ZAbyZerrinAkinci

ZAbyZeeinAkinci is a North Cypriot based womenswear label by Independent designer Zerrin Akinci.
After completing her BA in PR, MA in Marketing Communications and 3 years of experience in trade marketing, Zerrin decided to follow her childhood dream and head over to the U.S to study Fashion Design.

Zerrin's culturally inspired lines use beautifully fitted materials like silk and describes her collections as having 'character'.

Ghori RTW by Azim Khan

London based Karachi born designer Azim Khan will be showcasing his innovative ready to wear womenswear collection. His pieces are based on modern western styles with a touch of traditional eastern work, offering women a diverse range and unique identity.

Having excelled in his academia, Khan is set to stun his audiences with his presentation during London Fashion Week by offering a distinctive blend of his heritage, influences and studies.

www.princefashion.co.uk

Stency Kidega

Award winning emerging womenswear designer, Stency Kidega is a luxury fashion brand launched in 2011. Her pieces comprise of amazing tailored and more casual wear which are timeless, unique and sophisticated. This rising design talent studied at the University of the Creative Arts Epsom where she showcased her final year collection at Graduate Fashion Week in 2010. Her inspiration comes from her interests and objects mostly mechanical, which is evident through her pattern manipulations.

www.stencykidega.com

Obscure Couture

Obscure Couture was launch by Glasgow based design duo Jennifer Coyle and Lyndsay Pagan.
Founded in 2010, this womenswear label focuses on creating street/stage wear for the “introverted extrovert!” . The label is aimed at strong and confident women who are not ashamed of who she is and projects her image out for everyone to see. A woman who wants to be different, and stand out from the crowd appreciating beautifully made pieces in luxurious fabrics.

http://www.obscure-couture.com/

Any bloggers, journalists or reporters wishing to preview any of the designers' work on their websites or publications should contact joy@lagenevenorth.co.uk . All press release, guestlist and photo enquiries should also be directed to this address.
W: www.lgn-events.co.uk

BLOGGERS LONDON FASHION WEEK COMPETITION!!!

2011-08-30T06:30:00.000-07:00

To celebrate the 6th Season of the ‘A La Mode’ London Fashion Week shows, the team here at LGN Events are offering one lucky blogger the chance to win an access all areas pass to the flagship off-schedule London Fashion Week event. Showcasing the most vibrant, talented and exciting up and coming designers from around the world, the A La Mode show will take place at the beautiful, luxurious Charing Cross Hotel, Strand on 16th-17th September 2011.

The lip-smackingly sumptuous prize includes:

- An access-all-areas pass to the event for 1 night for you and 1 friend including the opportunity to head backstage and interview designers, stylists, models and hair and makeup teams

- A bottle of Champagne to top off your evening - VIP Goody bags*

- Front row seats**

To win this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to write some amazing pieces for your blog, experience the glitz and glamour of London Fashion Week, and mingle with some amazing and highly influential fashion people, just head on over to the LGN Events website ( www.lgn-events.co.uk ), choose 3 or more of your favourite designers (under the events tab)exhibiting this season and write a blog about them. Simple! When you have written and published your entry on your blog, send a link to joy@lagenevenorth.co.uk to confirm your entry in the competition. The expert team at LGN will review all entries over the weekend after the closing date and announce the winning blogger by Friday 9th September 2011.

So what are you waiting for? GET WRITING!!

Terms and Conditions:

- All entries must be received by Joy at the email address stated by 5pm on Friday 9th September 2011.

- Entrants will be judged by the expert team at LGN and the winner will be announced on Saturday 10th September 2011.

* - While stocks last

** - Winner must arrive early to claim front row seats - No travel costs or London accommodation are covered by this prize so please ensure you will be able to fund the trip and travel there yourself.

- The event will take place on Friday 16th-Saturday 17th September 2011 as part of London Fashion Week. Doors open at 7.30pm each night and the show should end at around 10.30pm.

- This competition is open to residents of the United Kingdom who are aged 18 or over.

For more info on the showcasing designers visit http://www.lgn-events.co.uk/#/events/4546766886

Beauty Product of the Week: MÓA – THE GREEN BALM

2011-08-18T17:13:00.000-07:00

Móa is a modern day miracle!

Bursting with organic yarrow and a medley of other naturally delectable goodies, a handy little pot of Móa – The Green Balm has so many weird and wonderful uses that you’ll just go balm-y over its benefits!

Móa’s astonishingly versatile formulation soothes, nourishes and renews itchy, dry skin conditions; fades stretch marks after pregnancy; treats bumps, bites and grazes in an instant and works wonders as an aftershave balm or facial cleanser. Kiss goodbye to chapped lips and cold sores, and seek solace from that dreaded sore throat with a spoonful dissolved in water.
In fact, smudge it, smear it and spread it wherever you wish for a truly skin-saving, multi-tasking treat!

Renowned for its restorative properties, yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is named after the brave Greek hero Achilles, who used it to heal his soldiers’ wounds after battle during the Trojan War.

By the 19^th Century, yarrow was said to have the greatest healing potential of any known herb, and historically has been used to treat all manner of ailments from inflammation to influenza, headaches to high blood pressure and almost everything in between.

With no nasties or fillers, just overflowing with lovely, wholesome natural ingredients that are suitable for the whole family, even those with the most sensitive of skin, Móa blends the healing properties of organic yarrow with tea tree oil (nature’s most powerful antiseptic), beeswax, and the oils of coconut, sweet almond and soya bean to help nurture and protect.

Móa – The Green Balm…

- 100% natural

- Contains 100% organic herbs, with concentrated active ingredients

- Is free from chemicals, artificial preservatives, perfumes, alcohols, parabens and lanolin

- Is 100% vegetarian and never tested on animals

All this goodness crammed into one place. Keep Móa handy to tackle any little crisis – it is nature’s miracle in a pot!

Móa – The Green Balm costs £9.99 (RRP) for 50ml and £4.99 (RRP) for MiniMóa, the 15ml handbag sized version, and is available from all good health food stores. For further information and to buy online, visit www.thegreenbalm.com.

An opportunity for all to experience Luxury and Style during London Fashion Week

2011-08-04T03:24:00.000-07:00

Join the Fashion Elite during London Fashion Week as the LGN Events ( www.lgn-events.co.uk ) Spectacular ‘A La Mode’ Catwalk show will once again return to London Fashion Week in September 2011, to showcase the new collections of a selection of outstanding independent designers over 2 nights.

LGN Events have released a limited number of tickets for the public to purchase to join this prestigious London Fashion Week Show, which will take place at the Luxurious Charing Cross Hotel.

Elegant and cosmopolitan, Guoman’s four star Charing Cross is the ideal base for a girly shopping weekend with Oxford Street just a ten minute walk away.

The Spring/Summer ’A La Mode’ line-up sees a number of diverse brands return to showcase in addition to some exceptional new comers. Brands showcasing on the first day, Friday 16 September include Malam, Anniss, Omar Mansoor, Nad Lynski, Alja Slemensek and Bint Thani. Brands showcasing on the second day, Saturday 17 September include Luna Sky, Dina Said, Sana Sabini, Cristina Cernei, Yu:I&Me, Monsura Boutique and Ghori by Azim Khan.

Standard tickets are available to purchase via the LGN Events website at a mere £20 each which includes a Champagne reception and exclusive goody bag. Last season saw both first and second day consumer tickets sell out and the same is anticipated this year, therefore is advised to book tickets early. V.I.P tickets are also available to purchase which guarantees guests Front Row seats and some fabulous beauty treatments to indulge in.

LGN Events have been featured in a number of prominent publications and media outlets such as Cosmopolitan, The Independent , Glam Media, Sky and Channel 4, just to name a few. Previous event sponsors include worldwide recognised brands such as Dermalogica, Yonka, Quick Energy, collection 2000, Perrier Water and Hush Puppies.

Offering a vibrant and exciting atmosphere and a chance to discover new brands, the shows will take place on 16-17 September from 7.30pm.

Limited public tickets are available to purchase directly via the following link: https://express.iristickets.co.uk/k?lageneve

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For all other enquiries please email joy@lagenevenorth.co.uk

For other info please visit www.lgn-events.co.uk

Don't Miss Mr & Mrs Runway...

2011-08-03T15:03:00.000-07:00

To Learn More Visit: http://www.streamlineempire.com

A LA MODE Tickets are now on sale...

2011-07-25T03:19:00.000-07:00

A VERY LIMITED number of tickets are available to purchase for fashion enthusiasts to attend the exciting two night event in September 2011's SS12 London Fashion Week. Showcasing a smorgasbord of edgy emerging designers from around the world, the A La Mode show hosted by LGN Events ( www.lgn-events.co.uk ) is fast becoming the go-to show for tomorrows next big name in fashion. Previously launching designers such as Amato Couture (Who also designed a range for Supermodel Heidi Klum), Jonathan Liang (Malaysia's Award Winning 'Most Promising designer') and Valery Kovalska into the London spotlight, this season is one not to be missed.

ABOVE: Previous Designers and guests at the off schedule London Fashion Week Show - A LA MODE

For your ticket to London Fashion Week's hottest show, Click on the link below (this ad also appears on my blog as a banner ad...spread the word!) Tickets will sell out FAST so don't hang about!

Perfume Shop Press Day

2011-07-18T07:03:00.000-07:00

So last Thursday I headed down to the Perfume Shop Press day to view their amazing Christmas range and meet the team.

I can’t believe how much the perfume shop has actually evolved!! It has become a household brand and no longer considered as that ‘Discount Retailer’. I always saw it as the ‘Budget perfume shop’ but those days are long gone! I mean don’t get me wrong, their prices are still very competitive , however I don’t ever recall finding ‘Chanel’ or ‘Gucci’ being sold at the ‘Old Perfume Shop’ should I say. It’s interesting how you notice the evolution of brands over time.

I went through the range and tested out the scents of some of the brands they carry. It was simply perfume Heaven :) I also fell in love with Theirry Mugler once again (I mean can you blame me?) It’s just one of those scents that you always come back to, such a classic!

I also got to try out the new DKNY ‘Apple’ branded 'Delicious' perfumes. The Mango one really smells like Mango. The smells are really sweet and I think are great for the Spring/Summer season.

I also made some notes on what are some of their must buy’s this season and have listed it below, especially seen as people starting tweeting me and messaging me on what fragrance they should opt for as soon as I mentioned I was at the Perfume Shop press day on Twitter! That’s the power of 1 tweet!!!! (makes unbelievable face).

Reb’l Fleur by Rihanna EDP 50ml TPS Price £29.50
Rihanna’s debut scent is every bit as powerful and dramatic as the rebellious
R&B diva herself. A sizzling cocktail of scent, Reb’l Fleur by Rihanna embodies
the Barbadian beauty in every way. Top notes of rich, red berries, ripe peaches
and purple plums burst into a heart of tropical Hawaiian hibiscus flowers and
smooth coconut water that in turn spill over onto a dreamy base of musk and
vanilla. The captivating scent is encased in an ultimately glamorous and unique
bottle inspired by a stilleto heel, the shoe of choice for the lady herself and is
available online and in store at The Perfume Shop from 27th July.

Britney Spears Cosmic Radiance EDT 50ml RRP £29.00

Not just a one trick pony, our favourite princess of pop Britney Spears has a
scent for every occasion. Her latest creation, Cosmic Radiance, available from
25th August, joins her stunning collection including Fantasy, Midnight Fantasy,
Believe and Radiance to make sure that there is a perfume to suit every girl.
Inspired by the idea of luminous sensuality, Cosmic Radiance reflects the
energy and beauty of women everywhere. Notes of amber, sandalwood and
liquid vanilla combine to create a scent cocktail that is a must-have for bold,
confident and empowered women everywhere!

House of Chanel

From legends like Marilyn Monroe to modern day heroines like Keira Knightly,
The House of Chanel always exudes radiance and beauty. Chanel No.5 (EDP
50ml TPS price £59.99) was introduced in 1921 and is still a favourite today
with tonka bean, patchouli and vetiver notes. For the younger Chanel fan,
Coco Mademoiselle (EDP 50ml TPS price £59.99) perfectly combines oriental
fresh notes with a floral jasmine-rose accord. Some scents are timeless -
Allure Homme Sport (EDT 50ml TPS price £42.50) combines contemporary
class with the iconic brand heritage. With notes of lavender and grapefruit this
fragrance is perfect for a guy that is both active and stylish.

Valentino, Valentina For Her EDP 50ml RRP £55.00
Fresh from the Valentino collection and the latest of the autumnal fragrances
from this iconic fashion house, Valentina Valentino is available at The Perfume
Shop nationwide from 3rd October and is the perfect scent for those
fashionistas who like to be in the know and want to smell divine. The flirty,
feisty and fun fragrance is an oriental floral scent with top notes of fresh
bergamot and alba truffle. Blends of fruity orange flower and jasmine
highlight the heart notes, while the base contains cedarwood and warm notes
of vanilla. The glamorous signature scent is a fresh sparkle of seduction and an
ideal choice for those women who empower femininity

Must have gift sets!

Thierry Mugler, Alien For Her Giftset RRP £39.50; Thierry Mugler, Angel For Her Giftset RRP £41.50 Perfect for a floral fragrance fan, the Alien giftset includes an EDP spray 30ml, shower gel
30ml and body cream 15ml for only £39.50. For those with a sweet tooth, opt for Thierry
Mugler’s Angel giftset, which includes an EDP spray 25ml, body lotion 30ml and shower
gel 30ml for £41.50.

Marc Jacobs, Daisy For Her Giftset RRP £46.50 For the fashionista, Marc Jacobs Daisy is the perfect accessory! Get hold of the giftset
including the EDT spray 50ml, body lotion 75ml and shower gel 75ml for £46.50. The
ideal gift for a posey princess!

Davidoff, Cool Water For Him Giftset RRP £21.50 For the smooth operator, it’s got to be Davidoff, Cool Water exclusive to The Perfume
Shop. A suave EDT spray 40ml, shower gel 50ml and aftershave balm 50ml giftset for
£21.50.

All of them can be purchased at The Perfume Shop making shopping for Christmas presents so much easier! Visit: www.theperfumeshop.com

Let me know if you get any of these or want more info on any of them.

Enjoy!

Bisous xX

Pride Magazine Fashion Editor: Always on point!

2011-07-17T22:36:00.000-07:00

So last week I nipped down to the Pride Magazine Headquarters in Chelsea for some Domino's Pizza and Courvoisier and just had to snap up their Fashion Editor, Shevelle’s amazing ensemble!! I am in love with her outfit and the way she has accessorised it. Doesn’t she look Fab?

Dress: 80’s Vintage (Found in her sister’s loft)

Shoes: River Island

Necklace: Topshop

I was so in love with the necklace that I took a trip to Topshop and bagged myself one too :)

Visit Pride Magazine’s Website at www. pridemagazine.com

Deep Heat/Deep Freeze: My pain saver :)

2011-07-13T04:52:00.000-07:00

So recently I've gotten back into the spirit of exercising and keeping fit, long gone are the days when I was 21 and could eat anything and do anything and still have a washboard stomach and happily run for the bus or train without it taking the whole journey to get may breath back!!

So Paddington Rec in Maida Vale has been my new found fitness playground and also social meet-up as I discover what my surrounding neighbours actually do for a living (some very interesting careers which I will have to share with you in another post). But having not exercised properly for a very long time and then trying to do intense sessions comes with that price!!! That price of sore muscles all over your body and plenty of aches and pains. Don’t get me wrong I did stretch and all that whoooo-haaaa, but I still had the intense muscle pains and serious backache!! That was when I finally decided to try Deep Heat and Deep Freeze!

Deep heat and Deep Freeze are part of a range of innovative treatments that either cool or heat damaged tissue to help soothe pain, control the symptoms and notably aid healing. To be honest I thought let me give it a try (not quite sure whether it was actually going to work or not) but to my surprise it worked very quickly. I was so impressed and amazed with the results!! I definitely recommend these amazing products and pricing wise they are sooooooo affordable!

Looking forward to no more muscle pains J

Try them out and let me know what you think of them.

Bisous x

To learn more visit: http://www.boots.com/en/Deep-Heat-Rub-100ml_1952/

Independent Brands wow the audience at Spectacular Summer Showcase

2011-07-10T10:36:00.000-07:00

Friday night saw 10 Independent designers unite at Premier members venue, ’Alto London’ to showcase their stunning creations as part of the LGN Events ‘Summer Showcase’.

Guests in attendance included ITV, OHTV (Sky Channel 199), Grazia Magazine, Pride Magazine, RP Management, Renowned celebrity Journalist Jasmine Dotiwala, L’Oreal and more.

Opening the show was the Award winning designer Agnieszka Swiatly, who showcased her luxurious and sensual pieces.

Independent Romanian designer, Cristina Cernei followed and showcased her glamorous geometrical shaped pieces.

French brand, Nad Lynski, showcased their womenswear collection consisting of classic tailored pieces.

Emerging British designer Rose Willis showcased her fun, floaty and versatile pieces. Rose also designs her own prints developed from her own drawings.

Glasgow based evening wear label Nutmeg Couture by Megan Cuthbertson showcased her beautiful collection of bespoke gowns.

Imunzi by Magdalena Waś showcased her seductive yet elegant dresses, well know for extenuating the curves and beauty of the wearer.

Italian designer Letizia Morandi also launched her new self-titled luxury Handbag collection.

Tanzanian London based designer Anna Lukinda showcased her vibrant collection from her label ‘A nna Luks’.

Scottish label nicci.n model’s wore elegant lace masks to compliment her affordable and wearable pieces.

Closing the show with an innovative and engaging performance was alternative Manchester based label Munkispanner by Caroline Baldry.

Top make-up artist Anna Orkiszewska had her team of experienced hair and make-up artists making up the exquisite models backstage.

W: www.lgn-events.co.uk

For further information on the designers visit:

www.nutmegcouture.co.uk

www.imunzi.com

www.letiziamorandi.it

www.annaluks.com

www.designsbynicci.co.uk

www.munkispanner.co.uk

My Beauty Product of the week...

2011-07-08T09:46:00.000-07:00

VANI-T Multi-Vitamin Facial Spritz

I am loving this facial spritz from VANI-T's product range!

Boost your complexion with this hydrating, vitamin rich facial mist. Use to set makeup, refresh and revitalise tired skin, and replenish lost moisture from everyday aggressors on the skin such as air conditioning, heat or travel. Spritz the face whenever a skin pick-me-up is required. Contains Aloe Vera, Cucumber Extract and Vitamin B5.

Visit: www.vani-t.com for more info or to purchase

x

Wireless Festival baby!

2011-07-05T09:04:00.000-07:00

So on Friday, myself and my partner in Crime Bella, headed down to the Wireless festival in Hyde Park London!

After a crazy week at work and not a day off in ages I jumped at the opportunity of chilling out and having a long weekend off. I know those that know me were extremely shocked that I even took a non-work related long weekend off, lol.

So I had to really think about what to wear because I needed something versatile that would be suitable for both the festival and the after party at Supperclub later that evening. I rummaged through my wardrobe and there it was VOILA!!! My vintage black and gold lace dress with side splits was starring right at me J That was it for me and added a cute vintage belt.

Make-up wise I wanted to keep it very neutral and simple to compliment my dress otherwise there would have been too much going on. Also the day was extremely hot so I really did not want too much on my face. I put on some gold eye shadow, eyeliner and nude coloured lip gloss and as a finishing sprayed some VANI-T multi-vitamin facial mist spritz which is great for setting make-up and keeping you skin hydrated throughout the day. I painted my nails pastel green to add a bit of contrast and colour to my ensemble and was good to go!

I finally got to the festival and met up with Bella and headed to the V.I.P and Press section. I don’t do too well with large crowds but I was really excited about the festival, music and food and got completely distracted chatting away with familiar faces that I somehow managed to forget about the crowds of people.

Me and Bella spent most of the day with the team from Verge Magazine and Flavour magazine discussing all sorts in the gorgeous sun! The weather was just unbelievable! NO RAIN GUYS!!! YES NO RAIN!! It almost felt as though I was on holiday!

We went to watch Tiny Tempah’s amazing performance and danced away and sang Happy Birthday to his bass player who is also a friend of Bella’s.

I also bumped into the talented Jamal Edwards whose documentary and meet-up with Richard Branson was recently shown on TV. He has created a youth broadcasting empire, amassing over 54 million video views on You Tube and supporting new talent through his own record label, and he's on 20yrs old!!.

(Below: Jamal Edwards and Bella)

Being a big fan of TOWIE (The Only Way is Essex) I had to take a snap with the Faiers sisters Billie & Sam :) They were so sweet and looked amazing!

Later on I caught up with Vanessa from the Saturdays as was dying to ask her a particular question which myself and a friend of mine have been debating for ages . She was so sweet and happily answered :)

More pics from the Festival:

Above pic: Bella with Actor Femi Pyeniran

So the next stop after the festival was Supper Club in Notting Hill. We just about caught the V.I.P coach that was waiting for us...will tell you all about that in another post!

Bisous xx

I'm Bossy... Bitch Boss has arrived!!

2011-06-19T09:59:00.000-07:00

To celebrate the launch of the new cheeky website for business woman – Bitch Boss – we are giving away gorgeous eco London beauty experience from Gina Conway Aveda Salon and Spas to a lucky reader worth over £100. Enjoy a bespoke Haircut and GC Signature Manicure. Simply email ‘Gina Conway’ and your contact details to media@imabitchboss.com by (04/07/11) and tell us why you think you are a Bitch Boss or why your boss is one! Winners will be drawn (08/07/11) and contacted by email.

Bitch Boss is an online member based resource encouraging women in business to unleash, discover and connect in the real, raw form of ranting. Unleash your daily frustrations anonymously in The Bitch

Box receiving comments and votes from peers, discover the inside scoop on fellow Bitch Bosses’ who survived and conquered the work jungle and connect at exclusive events with female power players. Empowerment, respect and confidence has never been so mischievous.

Emerging designers to showcase stunning creations at London Summer Showcase

2011-06-06T05:22:00.000-07:00

Emerging designers will unite to showcase their amazing creations at the LGN Events Summer Catwalk Presentation in July.

Alto exclusive members’ venue, the chosen location of private celebrity parties and events, will be home to the LGN Event’s Summer Designer Showcase on 8 July, showcasing a selection of must-see up-and-coming designers.

Amongst fashion’s most talented will be Rose Willis - A UK-based designer creating unique handmade clothes that are glamorous and eclectic, Agnieszka Światły - An Award Winning Polish designer and graduate of the School of Design and Styling in Wroclaw, whose feminine yet meticulous pieces have been a massive hit amongst the elite in Poland, Nutmeg Couture- An exclusive couture evening gown service based in Glasgow founded by in-house designer, Megan Cuthbertson who has a BA in Fashion Business. Her pieces have also been featured in the Miss Great Britain beauty pageant. Munkispanner- A vintage inspired, alternative, niche label based in Manchester and run by Caroline Baldry, who graduated with a first class honours degree. nicci.n. - A womenswear label created by Nicola Alexandra Napier, offering a range of unique, exclusive and affordable clothing for women. Her clothing is a unique alternative to high street shopping and more. Anna Luks – Launched in 2010 ‘Anna Luks’ designs and signature work can be seen and recognised in the use of yarns, ropes, cords, zips, organic fabrics and architectural influences.

The LGN Events Summer Designer Show will take place on Friday 8 July at Premier Members Venue Alto. Doors will open at 6.30pm with the show commencing at 7pm Sharp

Press and buyers wishing to attend the show should email joy@lagenevenorth.co.uk

For more information visit: www.lgn-events.co.uk

Absolutely Fabulous Darling!

2011-06-02T23:39:00.000-07:00

So today me and Celebrity Stylist and Designer Zed Eye headed down to the Fabulous Magazine headquarters to learn about a very special launch they will be doing! They kept the launch info very hush hush and said they would announce it at the party!

I must say I am not very good with surprises so I did wonder what could it possibly be over and over again? Lol, I know right!!

When we arrived there were make-overs and mini photo shoots already going on. I spotted a few faces I recognised and got chatting! I am really trying hard to steer away from the alcohol at the moment as it doesn’t quite fit into my healthy new regime lol.

So we finally got to find out what the surprise was...basically for the first time ever Fabulous Magazine will be running a modelling competition for a non-celebrity to be featured on their cover!! How awesome is that!!! I immediately started thinking of all the amazing models I have worked with throughout the years and immediately started tweeting and BB’ing them to enter this amazing competition!!!

I then spotted these fabulous shoes, which were actually from New Look and had to try them on (below pic). I am absolutely in love with them and so impressed with the direction New Look is taking!!

Below pic: Zed Eye and the fabulous ladies from Next Models (ww.nextmodels.com)

Overall it was a great evening and so much fun ;) !!

Below: I was loving Sian's look! Sian also runs her own blog and previously worked at Grazia Magazine

Bisousxx

To learn more visit:

http://www.facebook.com/Fabulous

http://www.fabulousmag.co.uk

http://www.nextmodels.com

Afro Hair & Beauty Show Highlights

2011-05-31T13:38:00.000-07:00

The past few days have been completely manic for me as I was working at the Afro Hair & Beauty Live event! I was overseeing the ‘Zed Eye presents fashion show and Pop-Up boutique', which featured a range of collection pieces from emerging and established designers.

Below: Moi Posing at the Pop-Up Boutique wearing a handbag from one of the participating designers, Monsura Bags! Oh I love the way they match my shoes :) What do you think?

The first set of fashion shows took place on Sunday at 12.45. Emerging designers who showcased their collections on the Catwalk included Lanyero, Adopted Culture, Monsura Boutique, Yaa Ataa Bags, Honey Malalou and Yummi Kouture.

Next up at 2.45pm was the established designer showcase which was opened by Zed Eye and featured other more established designers who included Ayakai Couture, Afro-Chique, Oheme Ohene and Tina Lobondi.The shows would off course not have been possible without our amazing sponsors who included Sensational Hair and the Award Winning Josh Hair & Beauty Team, Stacey Okafor from Mac Cosmetics and her team.

Below pic: Sade from Josh Hair and Beauty doing final touch-ups before models go on stage

Below pic: Musician/photographer Bunmi Thomas strikes a pose

The Pop-Up Boutique:

There were a range of fantastic brands selling at the Zed Eye Presents Pop-Up Boutique which included Bianou, Dionne Gooding Shoes and Dres Designs.

All the designers who also showcased on the Catwalk had their collection pieces available to purchase at the Boutique.

Below pics: Random pics from the Pop-Up Boutique

I also got to meet the fabulous lady behind the Doris Michaels beauty brand which I am most defiantly a fan off and swear by! Her concealer and foundation stick does wonders on my skin and keeps it glowing throughout the whole day. I am a beauty freak so trust me I have shopped around for suitable matches for my skin tone and had to leave Mac for Doris Michaels. I do still love Mac eye shadows but as for the perfect foundation and concealer I have to give it to Doris. Check them out at www.dorismichaelscosmetics.com

Other random pics

Above: This model's hair with the aid of extensions has been created into the Olympics symbol!! Soooo creative!

Shoes to die for!

Above: Patrick McCarthy (Oh Yes Magazine Publisher) with the talented Award Winning Angela Plummer!

I’m still shattered from the madness, two days of hardly any sleep and not much food but overall had a great time and Amazing team!

L.A Chick in London...

2011-05-28T15:52:00.000-07:00

So the past few days have been somewhat manic yet fun :). My friend Dominique from L.A was in town so we hung out and I got to also give her a tour of London which she loved!

I’ve got to say one of the highlights of her visit had to be bumping into some folks she grew up with and hadn’t seen for many years outside Buckingham Palace and at that same moment getting approached by the BBC to do an interview on the whole Obama visit, as they overheard them talking and realised they were Americans. How random! I must say the world sure is a small place indeed!

I also took her to Brick Lane and she off course fell in Love with the food and fashion!! We also had a pretty windy boat ride to London Bridge which was fun!!

Below are a few pics

Right now have to catch-up on my emails!!!!!!!!!!!!! OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Bisous xx

Butter London: no ordinary nail varnish that's for sure!

2011-05-27T15:28:00.000-07:00

So last week I got to meet Nonie Creme, Founding Creative Director of Butter London at Claridges to learn more about this amazing brand! In an intimate chat, Nonie revealed her current and upcoming collection range which will all be revealed in due course :)

So I bet you're already wondering what it is that makes Butter London so special? In fact to be honest I came across this fabulous brand about 1 year ago and wondered why a brand based in the U.S named themselves after London? Well it all came to light as Nonie explained that she had previously lived in London for 15 years and during her team here she even managed to work with Vivienne Westwood!! Any who that’s a story for another day.

Below pic: Me with Butter London Founder Nonie Creme

What amazed me about this brand was perfectionists such as Victoria Beckham, Issa, and Calvin Klein have all enlisted Nonie to customise shades and in some cases to match the exact skin tone of each individual model for their New York Fashion Week Shows! I mean personally for me that says it all! Butter London however is not just relied upon by fashion designers, but also from women who are turning to a cheaper alternative to update their look. Nonie explains “While women on a budget may hesitate to buy a new dress or shoes, nail polish can be used as a less expensive way to update their look and keep in sync with fashion”. What’s also great about the brand is the fact that they are always on trend each season. The current season palette "reflects the luxe-grunge moment, and burst of new era, ‘dirty’ jewel stones prevalent on the Catwalk for A/W 2011."

At the end of our chat I was dying to try some of the colours. One thing about me is I am very fussy and particular about nail varnish because I am always on the go and don’t have the pleasure of sitting for ages waiting for my nail polish to dry. I have also always found that certain nail polish colours (such as black) take forever to dry so completely avoid those colours. Now what I found with Butter London was far from the above. Not only was one coat only needed but the way it dried so quickly amazed me! I was definitely impressed with this product and will definitely be getting some more colours!

Visit: www.butterlondon.com

Video launch for Egypt's Stronger single has arrived ...

2011-05-25T14:09:00.000-07:00

Saturday will see the launch of Award Winning UK musician Egypt's new single 'Stronger' video launch! I can't wait to attend this not to be missed party and dance the night away to 'Stronger'!

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THIS AMAZING TRACK!

Bisous xxx

InstantLuxe: A Fabulous New Shopping Website for Pre-owned Designer Luxury Goods!!

2011-05-17T15:56:00.000-07:00

Last week, a fabulous brand new website called InstantLuxe launched in the UK which definitely got me excited so had to share it with you all :)! This brand new site is a fabulous shopping website for authentic pre-owned designer luxury goods. With the amount of fake stuff on the Internet these days, this is one place where you can be reassured that every second hand designer piece is authentic, how great is that??? InstantLuxe is basically the first and only dedicated secure online buyer-seller platform for authentic pre-owned designer luxury goods.

It is the largest platform of its kind across Europe, offering consumers access to over thousands of products, including bags, handbags, wallets, watches, jewellery and accessories from international luxury brands such as Cartier, Chanel, Dior, Hermes and Louis Vuitton.

What makes it unique is that it is the first and only e-commerce buyer-seller platform that works with a team of certified independent professional valuers, to give a guarantee of authenticity to every product sold online.

First established in the fashion capital Paris, home to luxury brands such as Chanel and Dior, InstantLuxe is now available in the UK, so we too can possess some of that French understated glamour and effortless chic, at an affordable price.

Below are just some of the items you can expect to snap up on the site!
Why not take a look around the site yourself? Visit - http://www.instantluxe.co.uk

I also managed to catch-up with the CEO and co founder Yann Le Floc'h for a quick exclusive interview ...

Enjoy! :)

Tell us a bit about yourself and how the idea of InstantLuxe came abouts?

I’m Yann Le Floc’h, CEO and co-founder of InstantLuxe, which I founded in 2009 in collaboration with Clément Le Chatelier. Until now, consumers who want to buy second-hand luxury branded products online really only have online auction websites to go to. With these they have no independent guarantee whether the product is genuine or not, “authenticity” is based on other users’ opinion, and consumers often run the risk of buying a counterfeit or an item at less-than-average quality. This is when we came up with idea of InstantLuxe. With the InstantLuxe brand consumers are guaranteed the authentic article, not to mention in good, if not new, condition. What makes InstantLuxe unique is that it is the first and only e-commerce buyer-seller platform that works with a team of certified independent professional valuers, who personally handle the product and give a guarantee of authenticity to every product sold online. Each buyer receives a certificate of authenticity and an InstantLuxe seal with their purchase.

What kind of items and price range can one expect to find on the site?

InstantLuxe is the largest online platform exclusively dedicated to pre-owned luxury goods in Europe with over 2,000 items online. This includes leather goods (luggage, handbags, wallets and purses) watches; jewellery (bracelets, earrings, necklaces, rings and brooches); and accessories (belts, glasses, scarves, ties, cuff links, pens) from international luxury brands, including Cartier, Chanel, Dior, Hermes and Louis Vuitton. Prices range from anything from £49 up to several thousands.

So how does it actually work?

It’s easy to use to both buy and sell. Vendors place an ad free of charge online and buyers simply search and buy the product. When the sale has been made, the vendor sends it to InstantLuxe where we verify the authenticity of the product. If authentic, it is sent onto the buyer with a certificate of authenticity and the InstantLuxe seal. If the product is deemed to be a counterfeit, the buyer is refunded the entire sum of the purchase. The vendor then receives the payment from InstantLuxe, seven days after the buyer has received the product. InstantLuxe guarantees the payment of the sale, even if the buyer’s funds are blocked.

What has been the most expensive item sold?

The most expensive item sold so far is a Valentino Rossi Master Compressor - Jaeger Lecoultre Watch (Price: 15 600€)

Any future plans or expansions?

We are, of course, looking to expand and grow. For the near future we will be focussing on building the InstantLuxe brand in the UK. We will be telling you more about new developments to the site and other projects very soon – so watch this space!

www.instantluxe.co.uk

Bisous x

Loving the ensembles...

2011-05-16T16:11:00.000-07:00

Whilst out and about today I stumbled across these two lovely fashion students, Sandii and Polly so had to snap them up!

Sandii
Dress: All Saints
Jacket: Topshop
Shoes: Topshop
Bag: Riess

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Polly
Jacket: Asos
Blouse: New Look
Skirt: Topshop
Shoes: Kurt Geiger

Meet Tanzanian designer Anna Luks...

2011-05-03T10:23:00.001-07:00

A while back I met up with Tanzanian London based designer Anna Lukindo who is the designer behind the Anna Luks brand. Her designs I must say just simply blew me away!

I fell in love with her headgear and had to share some pics of myself wearing her headgear with you below :)

I love the vibrant colours used throughout her work!

For those of you who are yet to come across this talented designer and brand, Anna Lukindo is a stylist and a clothing designer who designs for the woman of today, for those with a free spirit, confidence, and who embrace uniqueness.

The label Anna Luks, began in her native Tanzania in

East Africa. A mother or two boys, Anna did her diploma in Fashion /Textile in Barnet College, and went further on to acquire a BA in Fashion Design from Middlesex University in 2010.

She claims that she has finally found her niche. Anna's signature work is inspired by ropes, and cords. She too experiments with textures and likes to play around with different kinds of yarns to create cords for her fabrics. Printing is vital in Anna Luks wears, she acknowledges that with printing, it allows her creativity, into a new level and sustains the sense of uniqueness and versatility in her creation.

Anna's work is far beyond the ordinary clothes designing. She has a laissez-faire approach to her work, and does not pay too much attention to lines, and allows her imagination to wander and ultimately produce a master piece.

Visit: http://annaluks.com/

Essex Fashion Week has arrived!

2011-03-24T23:31:00.000-07:00

Today I headed down to Essex Fashion Week with the LGN Events team (www.lgn-events.co.uk ) to see what Essex really had to offer and meet the cast of 'The Only Way is Essex' (also known as TOWIE), the UK's answer to American reality hit series, The Hills! The show was hosted by TOWIE twins Adam and Simon Ryan.

I must say I am a fan of the show and refer to it as my guilty pleasure so was excited about the thought of meeting Nana Pat :)She was lovely, but

unfortunately I did not get to taste some of those famous sausage plaits she makes :( I know right!!!!

Below pic: Myself and Nana Pat

I definitely feel TOWIE is one of those shows you either love or hate! But I must say you gotta love it :)Overall Essex Fashion Week was much better than I had anticipated and offered something different and kept the crowd engaged at all times, drinks were flowing consistently throughout keeping everyone smiling.

Above pic: These two lovely ladies made us some mean cocktails!

Several TOWIE stars featured on the Catwalk included Lydia Bright Rose and Jessica Wright. Lydia looked Amazing I must say. I don’t think TV does her justice, she is stunning!

Above pic: TOWIES Lydia Bright Rose

Above pic: TOWIE'S Jessica Wright

Joey Bevan, Basildon based designer and stylist or as he refers to it himself Bas-Vegas, got to showcase some of his skills by creating a dress for Lydia Bright Rose in a matter of minutes on the Catwalk.

Below pics: Joey creating Lydia dress on the Catwalk

Joey is the owner of PoInTeD bRoWn ShOeS and everything in his collection is recycled and even has a Turkish rug in one of his pieces. His collection is all about encouraging ethical practices.Below are some more pics from the Event! :)

Above pic: Me and Jo Wood, who is actually originally from Basildon Essex

Above pic: Stylist Natalie James

Above: Guests at Essex Fashion Week

Enjoy!

Bisous xx

Link: http://www.itv.com/channels/itv2/itv2shows/theonlywayisessex/

National Beauty Blogging Event at the Professional Beauty Show

2011-03-07T14:18:00.000-08:00

Last week I attended the National Beauty Blogging Event which took place in Excel London.
Bloggers were invited to preview the latest beauty launches from ARTDECO, Batise, Broadway Nails, Carita, Decleor, JOICO, Kiss Nails, Medik8, MONU skincare, Nailease, Natura Bisse, RMK, TanOrganic and Gentry Grooming Co. Being a beauty junkie myself you could just imagine my excitement!!! I had never come across a lot of the brands so was surprised to discover they had been around for quite a number of years and couldn’t wait to try them out.

The day also involved different speakers coming in to give talks and further insights into all things beauty-ful :)

The event was a whole day event starting with expert advice by Celebrity Make-up artist Daniel Sandler. For those of you who have never come across Daniel Sandler, he has basically beautified a selection of A-List celebrities who have included Twiggy, Myleene Klass, Naomi Campbell, Rachel Weisz, Kristen Scott Thomas and Kate Moss.

Below pic: Daniel Sandler the man himself

Later in the afternoon Gavin Duffy from the Irish Dragon’s Den gave a talk on his investment in TanOrganic, a 100% natural, organic, odourless tan with no artificial / synthetic colouring! Yes you read right!!! A woman mentioned she nearly divorced over the smell of the current fake tan products she was using as her husband could not take the smell!! It just shows how important the odourless feature of TanOrganic is!!!

Gavin also spoke of the importance of beauty blogging and told us a funny and insightful story about the first advert they ever ran for TanOrganic but that’s a whole other post LOL.

Below pic: Gavin Duffy's mystery advert lol

My tired looking self (The effects of Fashion Week) also managed to get a quick snap with the lady behind TanOrganic (Below pic)

To close the event a short film entitled ‘All Walks Beyond the Catwalks’ by Fashion and Style Guru Caryn Franklin and Debra Bourne was shown. I first met Caryn at a fashion business meeting I was invited to by the British Fashion Council with regards to raising the profile of select designers. She was so lovely and passionate about the lack of broad representation within the Fashion Industry, so it was nice to see Caryn continuing to promote her belief by putting together “All Walks Beyond the Catwalks’. The film basically talks about how they feel we are bound by stereotypes exemplified by the Catwalk ‘ideal figure’. They see ‘Beauty through Diversity’ and wish that the leaders of fashion would recognise this is their choice of imagery in the future.

Below Pic: Caryn’s presentation

I managed to have a quick catch-up with Caryn and you can just feel her passion and how much she is putting in to help diversify the Industry. Find out more about her film at www.allwalks.org

The Brands:

As I mentioned earlier in the post there were so many fantastic brands on display that I had never come across previously so it was great getting a full insight into their products. Below is a quick read on some of them:

ARTDECO
It was the first time coming across this brand and I must say the quality was just fantastic! ARTDECO was founded by Helmut Baurecht in 1985 and is Germany’s No.1 Make-up Brand and available in 88 countries worldwide. The brand is adored by celebrities including Hayley Tamaddon, Michelle Keegan, Holly Willoughby and Fearne Cotton.

Batiste
Batiste Dry Shampoo is the perfect product for all you busy bees out there constantly on the go. Why? Because it is a shampoo with a ‘no water needed’ formula! It basically banishes oily roots, giving lifeless hair the quick make-over it needs. Just a few sprays are needed to refresh your hair and leave it full of body and texture :)

Broadway Nails and Kiss Nails
OMG I went crazy over this brand as nail art is my new thing at the moment! Yes unfortunately I have become a bit obsessed with this craze :) and if it was not for my poor nails being damaged from a terrible fall I recently had (yes very embarrassing) I would have got them done there and then. Kiss Products are the world’s largest manufacturer and distributor of professional quality nail products. Their kits are all easy to use and enable you to achieve salon results at home! I will be testing out my kits very soon so keep visiting to see the results. I am so excited about testing out their nail products that I think I will need a whole day!!

MEDIK8
Medik8 are Europe’s leaders in solution-based cosmeceutical skin care product development. What I liked about this brand was the fact that it gives results without the irritation.

NAILEASE
This product was another one of my favourites!! Being someone always on the go and notoriously known by friends and family for having chipped nails I had to immediately give praise to the genius that came up with such a concept!! Watching the brand representatives quickly demonstrate simply blew me away. This is a great product for girls on the go. They are basically 100% dry nail varnish strips which can be applied to your fingertips in a matter of minutes for a smudge free, long lasting manicure.

Nailease also launched on the 28th February in 300 boots stores with prices starting from only £5.99!!!

Monu Skincare
I absolutely fell in love with this brand!!! I have very dry skin and the instant results I got by using just a small amount said it all! I mean it really lasts and moisturised my skin to the fullest. It has not left my dressing table since, I can ensure you that much :)

RMK
RMK is a leader in the Japanese beauty industry and has been the top selling Make-up Artist Brand in Japan since its debut 12 years ago!!! I had never come across this brand previously and the high quality was definitely apparent!!

So I had to have a quick coffee before dashing home and that’s when I bumped into Amy Childs of TV show ‘The Only Way is Essex’. Those that know me can imagine my excitement as that show is seriously one of my guilty pleasures and Amy is my favourite character :)

Below pic: Amy Childs at the Professional Beauty Event

I will be trying out my goody bag products and give you the full 1/1 on them very soon...

Bisous xx

Link:
www.professionalbeauty.co.uk

Luxury Croatian Label ‘Fjaba’ blows the London Crowd away during London Fashion Week

2011-02-27T16:29:00.000-08:00

Luxury Croatian label ‘Fjaba’ made their London Fashion Week debut on Sunday 20th February at the Luxurious and Cosmopolitan Charing Cross Hotel.

Since debuting in 2006 at the Cro- a-Porter show in their native country, the Croatian sisters have successfully secured International placements for their label which is currently available throughout Europe. Their designs have been featured in a number of prominent glossies including Marie Claire and Elle Magazine.

Showcasing their eighth consecutive collection, the sister design duo, as promised presented a collection reflecting “an unforgettable fairy-tale with a wicked twist”. Luxurious fabrics were used throughout the collection which consisted of suedes, sequins and chiffons and were complimented by accessories supplied by designer Tonci Mestrovic. The pieces were elegant, wearable and suitable for the everyday woman.

The bold make-up comprised of pale faces with earthy orange tones carefully placed around the eyes and lips. The hair was placed in buns and accessorised with striking complimenting pom poms.

Overall the collection received a great reception from the fashionable London crowd.
In the evening guests headed down to the official after party and Kay Flawless Fashion Launch at No5, Cavendish Square

Images from the show can be viewed at: http://lagenevenorthevents.dphoto.com/#/album/a2a8en

The show video can be viewed at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jVFBZQ4wRE

For more information on Fjaba please visit: www.kayflawlessukfashion.org or www.fjaba.co.uk

About Fjaba:
The sisters Ida and Mirna Litovic started their fairy tale a long time ago through graphic and fashion design, and they presented their first professional collection to the public in 2006 at the Cro-A-Porter Fashion Show, in Zagreb, Croatia, under Fjaba brand.

''We want to be faithful to ourselves, bring something special and interesting to scene. A fashion show is never only showing pieces of clothing, it should be a real story, a ‘fjaba’ (fairy tale), in which music, styling and scenes present the whole creative vision'' said the fashion duo, explaining the secret of their fashion cocktail...

About Kayflawless Fashion:
PR & Brand Management agency born 3 years ago, Kay Flawless Fashion was founded by Karine Laudort (Model & Entrepreuneur). Now co-managed with Business Investor, Raymond H Price Msc, Kay Flawless Fashion represents a varied range of emerging international brands. Some of the labels include Deenola, Ngone and Joy Scott Millenery...

Web: www.kayflawlessukfashion.org

Caudalie Brunch on the London Eye...

2011-02-25T23:38:00.000-08:00

Despite getting in extremely late from the Mirror Boy premiere last night I was determined not to miss the Caudalie Premier Cru Eye Cream Brunch on the London Eye to discover and learn more about this fantastic product.

I'm not going to lie, I was a bit nervous about this event as I am rather terrified of heights and have avoided the London Eye for as long as I can remember. Speaking to a friend definitely re-assured me that I would be fine :)

I just about made in time as I was pre-occupied with looking for the meeting point which I had passed without knowing!!! Yes I was that tired.

Well we finally boarded and they supplied us with brunch which was LOVELY and such a bonus for me especially seen as I had not managed to nab any breakfast!

BRUNCH!!!
Caudalie UK director, Jean-Christophe gave us some history on the Caudalie brand and certain facts about their Premier Cru Eye Cream.

The overall presentation was great as it really gave more of an insight into the brand and made you understand why Caudalie is not just any kind of beauty brand. The eye cream initially Launched exclusively in Space NK and sold out within 1 week. I know right!!!!!!

The Premier Cru is a combination of 3 Caudalie patents (Resveratrol, Viniferine and grape Polyphenols) with the most effective natural active ingredients to treat all the signs of ageing: wrinkles, lack of firmness, dark spots, oxidative stress, dullness, cutaneous dryness. Your skin is ensured to be smoother, firmer, more luminous and visibly younger.

We got to try out the eye cream and I must say the texture felt so smooth against the skin and silky. Also you only need a tiny squirt of the cream for amazing results. This means that a bottle is likely to last you a very long time!

After the talk I got to chat and catch-up with other beauty bloggers who also loved the Caudalie eye cream! This versatile cream is definitely a must for your everyday handbag.

Some quick facts about Caudalie

- it was launched in 1995 by Mathilde & Bertrand Thomas
-Caudalie has become the leading anti-ageing brand in French Pharmacies.
- none of their products are tested on animals
- The Premier Cru eye cream took 7 years to complete.

For more info visit www.caudalie.com

Bisous xx

Mirror Boy Premiere : Are you ready for the Journey?

2011-02-24T16:32:00.000-08:00

Today I attended the Mirror Boy Premiere (The UK's biggest African movie premier ever) at the Empire in Leicester Square. The event was packed out, so thank god I was able to squeeze past the never ending queue.

In terms of my Outfit I went for a black and gold vintage lace dress and my comfy Japanese leather boot /shoes which I am so totally loving and can’t live without!!

Below Pic: Me, Joy (LGN Fashion Assistant) and Award Winning Model Nana Afua Antwi wearing a dress by Beatrice Newman.

Below pic: Me with designer Zi of Zed Eye (www.zedeye.com)

Starring in the movie is Nollywood A-list actress Genevieve NNaji and actor Osita Iheme.

Below pic: Actress Genevieve NNaji wearing Jacket by Zed Eye

Celebrities and fans came out to support the movie which is about an enthralling journey through Gambia, seen through the eyes of London-born 12 year old Tijan (Edward Kagutuzi). Getting involved in a street fight, in which a boy is hurt, his mother (Genevieve Nnaji) decides to take him to the Gambia to live with her sister. On their arrival in Banjul, Tijan encounters an apparition of a boy smiling at him in a mirror and vanishing. Seeing the same boy in a crowded street market the next day sets in motion a chain of events that culminates in him getting lost. While Tijan's panic-stricken mother struggles to find her son in an intriguing game of survival brinkmanship, Tijan is left alone in the company of the enigmatic Mirror Boy, who is only visible to him. A bruising spiritual rite of passage, Mirror Boy takes Tijan on a magical and mystical journey. Written by Obi Emeloyne.

I briefly headed back to Genevieve Nnaji’s hotel with the crew for some quick strawberries and Nice biscuits. I then finally headed home to bed as have an early start tomorrow!

Nite nite xx

Check out the film trailer below:

The Mirror Boy Trailer from Andrew Webber on Vimeo.

Links:www.themirrorboythemovie.com
www.ohtv.co.uk (Sky Channel 199)
www.zedeye.com

Berit New York: A/W 11

2011-02-18T23:57:00.000-08:00

Returning to A La Mode for her second season, Brit Frady-Williams of label Berit New York presented her stunning “Cosplay-meets-alternativewear” collection which perfectly complemented the nouveau Goth Camden fashion scene. The collection was beautifully crafted and intricately designed line of clothing for both men and women.

For more information visit http://www.beritnewyork.com/

Annah Stretton: A/W 11

2011-02-18T23:55:00.000-08:00

Veuve Cliquot Businesswoman of the Year and dedicated campaigner against cruelty to animals, Annah Stretton opened the 'A La Mode' International LFW Catwalk show with her collection that paid tribute to British history
entitled “The War of the Roses”. Incorporating a vibrant mix of purple leopard print, red tartan and taffeta and floral fabrics, the collection evoked the essence of British eccentricity.

W: http://www.annahstretton.co.nz/

Maria Grachvogel: A/W 11

2011-02-18T23:50:00.000-08:00

I headed to the Maria Grachvogel show at 10am to catch a glimpse of her new A/W Collection. I have been a fan of Maria’s pieces for a while and love the fact that her pieces are so wearable. If you haven’t yet been to her Sloane Street Store all I can say is you are certainly missing out!
The show took place at the Luxurious Savoy in Strand. I spotted Hilary Alexander, Fashion Director of the Daily Telegraph, in one of Maria’s stunning pieces.

Overall the collection was very feminine consisting of jumpsuits, her famous magic pants, gorgeous abstract prints and floaty dresses. The models strutted down the Catwalk in Fabulous bold coloured shoes from Gina Shoes.

My favourite pieces were the jumpsuits and a long bold orange drape dress!!

Hair & Make-up
I loved the black lips and the high top buns were just fabulous with an oriental feel to them.
The venue was packed out as always! Attending celebrities included Yasmin Le Bon, Jason Gardiner and Marie Helvin.

I had a quick catch-up with Pepper, Fashion Editor of FAB Magazine. She was looking extremely trendy as always so had to snap her up (See below pic)

To find out more about Maria Grachvogel visit: www.mariagrachvogel.com

Paul Costelloe: A/W 11

2011-02-18T23:45:00.000-08:00

First stop of the day was the 9am Paul Costelloe show at Somerset House.

We were presented with another collection of fantastic tailored pieces by the Dublin-born designer. Models strutted down the Catwalk in fabulous red fringed bobs.

There was a strong 60’s influence throughout the collection with flirty skirts being a key feature throughout. The collection consisted of lots of tartan and heritage tweed with a contemporary twist.

This time round Paul Costelloe’s daughter made a guest appearance on the Catwalk giving the sons a break this season :)

To find out more about Paul Costelloe visit: www.paulcostelloe.com

London Fashion Week Day 1: A/W 11

2011-02-18T23:37:00.000-08:00

Today was the first day of London Fashion Week and man was I excited!!!

I had to be up super early so that I could catch some shows before heading to work! Unlike last season where the Pope being in town meant severe delays, my car arrived nice and early this time round and it was a generally stress free journey.

My first show for the morning was the Amazing Paul Costelloe show followed by the Maria Grachvogal show. I will tell you more about these in a separate post. After that I headed over to the Charing Cross Hotel to work at the International ’A la Mode’ LFW catwalk show. Managing so many people = lots of patience, so my cafe latte from the Charing Cross Hotel cafe was definitely a must!

So as you can imagine it was a very busy and exhausting day but well worth it!

Below pics: Me and my Friend Shel stop for a quick snap on our way to the shows

Bisous xx

Adopted Culture: A fashion movement by award winning model nana afua antwi

2011-02-02T23:46:00.000-08:00

Today I met up with Top Model of Colour winner 'Nana Afua Antwi' to learn more about her new fashion label and concept 'adopted culture'!

Our Amazing Hot Choclates mmmmm :)

Nana first wore one of her pieces at the Clothes Show Live event in London last year and the amount of people I witnessed stopping her and asking for her business card was just phenomenal. And being a model herself it made sense for her to be the face of her brand.

Below pic: Me and Nana(wearing one of her creations)last year at Clothes Show Live.
Although she has just officially launched the label requests have already come pouring in and she most recently got approached by the FAB Magazine editor to design an exclusive piece.

It was great just catching up with Nana and hearing more about her journey and what she hopes to project through her label.

Her sketches were just simply fabulous and can't wait to see the full range!

Bisous xXx

Introducing Eveae West...

2011-01-31T20:55:00.000-08:00

Today I had a meeting with Award Winning UK musician Egypt in Central London.

I had met Egypt for the first time at an event after Christmas whereby she performed alongside other UK artists including Miss Frank. She wore this amazing peach dress and I had to find out where she had purchased it from! Little did I know she made it herself and all by hand!!! I was simply blown away so when she got back from her amazing trip to Ghana we decided to finally meet again so I can have a look at a few of her collection samples and find out more about her Eveae West label.

Her pieces and detail on the sleeves was just simply beautiful. It’s so funny because you always hear about celebrities launching their own fashion label which they clearly did not design the range for but simply slap their name on it, so am always sceptical about celebrities who tell me they are designers. However I had another level of respect for Egypt because this is one celebrity that created each piece in her collection by hand herself!!!

Above Pic: Egypt holding up one of her collection pieces

Egypt will be joining the fashion pack as she prepares to debut her new label during London Fashion Week at the 'A La Mode' International Catwalk show taking place at the cosmopolitan Charing Cross hotel in Strand!

Visit www.lgn-events.co.uk for more info

Xx

My Beauty Product of the week...

2011-01-27T23:00:00.000-08:00

This week my beauty product of the week has to be the VIE at home ‘Hand in Glove’ exfoliating sugar scrub! Being someone who has extremely dry hands :( I am always on the hunt for that special product that can soften my hands, therefore was very excited about trying this product! Thank god I work in an Industry where there’s more bisous’s on the cheeks going on as opposed to hand shaking ! lol.
Being a presentation snob the first thing I loved about this product was the packaging and the fact that it would look really nice in my bathroom amongst my other products :) Well they do say presentation is key and says a lot, so I was very impressed!

Ensured to keep your hands in tip top condition I massaged the ‘Hand in Glove’ exfoliating sugar scrub onto both hands and must say felt the sugar scrub particles working their magic within seconds. I think you most definitely know a great product rather instantly when it comes to beauty products.

Once I finished my hands felt so soft and smooth I could not believe it!!!!!
Extra benefits of this product includes it also contains skin rejuvenating Rosehip Sead Oil to help provide immediate relief to the signs of dry skin. A blend of Echinacea and Chamomile help sooth while the sweet Almond Oil and beeswax help moisturize your skin. Plus the anti-oxidant benefits of Vitamin E.

This product is definitely a must for those looking for long lasting soft, smooth and silky hands like myself!

To find out more and bag yourself one of these amazing hand exfoliation product go to www.vieathome.com

My interview at the Kubi Springer show Headquarters!!

2011-01-26T23:35:00.000-08:00

Today I headed down to the Kubi Springer show studios for an interview on the Fashion Industry and London Fashion Week in general. I must say I always get a bit nervous about being interviewed but always feel better once the interview gets started especially as it’s an industry I work in and am extremely passionate about!

I got styled by the Amazing Zi of Zed Eye (www.zedeye.com ) and had my make-up done by the Amazing celebrity MUA Kamanza ( www.kamanza.com ).

Below pics: Me being styled by Zed Eye

Kamanza in fact air brushed my make-up on which was the first time I ever had something like that done and all I can say is it can get very addictive!! My make-up was just absolutely flawless!!!! I wish I had the privillage of getting air brush make-up on a daily basis (lol).

Below Pic: My Airbrushed make-up!!

Below: Celebrity Make-Up Artist Kamanza

For those of you who are yet to come across this amazing show headed by Award Winning Media Mogul Kubi Springer, The Kubi Springer show sponsored by Rapid Cargo' delivers the inside scoop on business and offers an opportunity to learn from the expert herself. The show encourages the viewers to take control of their business, their career and create their own success! The show also features an interactive segment for the viewers to email, call, text or tweet with business and career related questions to Kubi and her guests each week.

Below: Kubi Springer Show Studio

I stayed for a bit to catch-up with everyone after my interview then headed home and had the most amazing curry chicken for dinner Yummmmmmmmmm!!!

Bisous xx

The Kubi Springer show can be viewed every Wednesday at 9pm on OHTV Sky Channel 199 (UK).

Links:

www.kubispringer.com
www.zedeye.com
www.kamanza.com

My Beauty Product of the week...

2011-01-21T23:16:00.000-08:00

My beauty product of the week has to be the Luster Pink extra virgin oil hair lotion!! It is an absolute life saver especially for keeping your hair looking healthy and in tip top shape :) I love my hair looking slick and smooth at all times. Also you don't need to use much of this product just a small amount is sufficient.

Below pic:Hair after using this amazing product:

It is available in PAKs in Finsbury Park and other afro hair and beauty shops across the country.

New CID Cosmetics Press Event

2011-01-19T23:38:00.000-08:00

Today I attended the New CID Cosmetics Press Event.Founded in Britian in 2005 New CID Cosmetics was born from the New ID Studios & Burlingtons. It's a simple to use range with innovative tools such as light-up lip glosses and built in mirrors. Founder and director Kelly Coleman explained ‘The aim was to create a range that simplified make-up application. We listened to hundreds of New CID make-up artists, sharing insights they have picked up from making up real women. These women felt that make-up shopping can be overwhelming with too many fashion-led shades which aren’t always wearable or easy to apply.’ So, New CID Cosmetics was unveiled to fill that gap in the market’.

Below: Founder Kelly Coleman giving us an intro of the Brand

We had an opportunity to spend 15 minutes at each station to learn more about their products and also get mini make-overs should I say and just a general feel of the products. My group started off at the eye product station. I remember cringing when the Make-up artist, Michael Phillips, asked to test out some smokey eyes on me!!! To be honest I have never had smokey eyes done on me where I actually felt I could walk out of the building with it on. The last time I had smokey eyes (As I showed you in one of my previous posts) I ended up coming out looking like a Panda!!! So since that experience I really don’t and hate doing smokey eyes. I just like to admire it on everyone else :)

I obviously explained to the MUA my dislike of smokey eyes and my previous experiences, however instead of putting him off, he found it rather challenging to test out the smokey eyes look on me and somehow...like I said just SOMEHOW he managed to convince me, lol.

Within 15 minutes Michael not only made smokey eyes look amazing on me using the New CID cosmetics but also proved to me that when done properly and with the right products, smokey eyes can look fab on anyone! I was so happy with the results and the products felt great on my skin. My face is very sensitive so for me the smooth feel and general texture of the products was a very important factor.

Below: My Smokey Eyes with the Amazing Make-up Artist Michael Phillips who made it happen :)

He used the i-shadow quad with mirror and i-smoulder to do the smokey eyes.

Later we moved onto the Lip station and OMG their amazing Lip glosses made my lips feel amazing! One thing I hate is an overly sticky lip gloss that ends up drying out your lips! Their i-gloss lip glosses light-up and come with a mirror so very handy for squeezing in your purse on that night out!!

Below: The i-gloss

The last station was more focused on the face, so your concealer, powders and blushers etc.

Below: Theresa from WGSN.com got her make-up done and have a look at the amazing results below! She looks gorgeous and so natural!

One thing I was very impressed about overall was how versatile the New CID cosmetic products are and the consistency in the quality. Being a make-up junkie I did not have one bad thing to say about the products, I simply wanted them all!! Including some fabulous lashes I saw...might have to nip down to House of Fraser this weekend to bag myself one :)

To find out more about New CID cosmetics and their stockists visit www.newcidcosmetics.co.uk

Bisous xx

An Interview with Fashion Label Berit New York...

2011-01-13T14:15:00.000-08:00

Last month I caught up with New York based designer Britney Frady Williams, owner and head designer of emerging label 'Berit New York'. I did a quick interview with her about her new collection, menswear line and returning to showcase during London Fashion Week...Read the interview here

Above pic: One of Berit New York's creations!

Enjoy!

My Beauty Product of the week...

2011-01-12T14:26:00.000-08:00

My beauty product of the week has to be my Tom Ford Black Orchid perfume for women!
I first came across this gorgeous perfume during Fashion Nights out back in September 2010. I immeditely fell in love with it and purchased it a couple of weeks later. It cost around £86 for the bottle but was well worth it. I took time to think about the purchase to ensure it was not just an impulse buy, getting lost in the moment during the Fashion Nights Out buzz etc :)

The smell is so sensual and very unique!

This bottle lasts ages as you only need to spray a tiny bit. A girlfriend of mine actually has the Men's version as she says she prefers that one so a very versatile range :)

You can purchase it online via Debenhams at here

The hunt for the Chanel bag...

2011-01-12T14:10:00.000-08:00

Today I took the afternoon off to actually spend some quality time with my cousin (or should I say twin as most people put it lol). We decided to do brunch and I promised to help her source a lovely Chanel bag as she has wanted a new one for a while.

On my way to meet her I came across this gorgeous lady with a beautiful Camel trench coat (below pic). This trench coat was certainly not your everyday trench coat and this picture does not even highlight it’s rich Camel colour. I loved her overall casual chic look so thought I would share it with you :)

Unfortunately it is not available in the UK as she purchased it in France :(

Back to my cousin’s hunt for a Chanel Bag...Did she end up buying the Chanel bag? NO she ended up dragging me to Westfield (Very dangerous) and bought a load of perfume, clothes and jewellery! So much for the Chanel bag hey! Now I am shattered and have 100 emails to respond to!!!! OMG!!!

Bye for now

xx

Kubi Springer: “The UK’s Oprah”

2011-01-11T13:55:00.000-08:00

Today I had a business meeting with the amazing International award winning marketing and media expert and author Kubi Springer at the OH TV headquarters in London.

For those of you who have never come across Kubi Springer, she has been dubbed as “the UK’s Oprah” by BlackWeekly.com and has over 12 years of experience and working with the biggest brands in the world, including Nike, Blue Flame (P.Diddy’s Marketing Agency), MOBO, Rio Ferdinand and MTV; today Springer spends her time as a role model helping others to transform their passion into profit and their dreams into a reality. Through her speaker engagements, seminars and training workshops, Springer works in schools, colleges, universities, training institutes and businesses. Her aim is to provide an insightful gateway into the media industry, an understanding of how to use marketing as an effective business tool and the encouragement and motivation needed to reach dreams.

I was truly inspired by Kubi and love her book ‘What is FABULOUS?’ It is definitely a must read and features a collection of interviews from over 50 successful women who include Hollywood actress Nia Long, Drapers fashion editor Rebecca Roy, Award winning PR guru Jessica Huie and many more.

Kubi also has an amazing show on OH TV Sky Channel 199 which I will be appearing on soon :) Will keep you posted on that one!

Don’t miss The Kubi Springer Show, Wednesdays at 9pm on OH TV Sky Channel 199.

Find out more about Kubi Springer by visiting:

www.kubispringer.com
www.ohtv.co.uk

To buy her inspirational book ‘What is FABULOUS?’ go to http://www.sisterhoodtv.com/shop/

Nite xx

A trip to Designer Zed Eye’s New London Showroom

2011-01-10T23:17:00.000-08:00

Today was an absolute crazy day full of meetings and rushing to get to one venue or another but it’s days like these that end up being so much fun! It’s great to just get out of the office and meet with clients or potential clients so that was exactly what I did today.

Last season I produced emerging designer Zed Eye’s London Fashion Week Catwalk show so when I received the call from her to say she had finished moving into her new showroom and was being filmed for a TV interview I made it a must to go and support her and see her new showroom today.
Just to tell you a bit about the Zed Eye brand for those of you who have not yet come across this amazing brand, Nigerian Born uber talented designer Ngozi Pere-Okorotie, is the creative head behind Zed Eye. The London College of Fashion graduate, who takes inspiration from fashion goddess Vivienne Westwood, hails from the Igbo tribe in Nigeria, currently residing in Earls Court, London. It appears the inevitable for such a fashionably talented woman to end up in the fashion capital; Ngozi originally studied to become an accountant.

Her passion for designing beautiful garments stems from sweet childhood memories of her mother's fashion academy, which means Ngozi was constantly surrounded by clothes, and encapsulated into the world of fashion long before she embarked on her successful career as a fashion designer. One life-changing moment that stands out to her is learning how to use a measuring tape at the tender age of six.

Famed for her stand out piece; the three quarter sleeve floral print summer jacket, which has already rouged the wardrobes of top celebrities including Kelis, Shingai (The Noisettes), celebrity hairdresser Tara Smith and renowned British designer Henry Holland, Ngozi sang high praise for her spring/summer 2010 collection.

I finally headed down to Greenwich in London to see Zed Eye’s new showroom and collection pieces and all I can say is Wow!!! The showroom is beautiful and the collection really speaks for itself!

Below pic: The designer behind the Zed Eye Label Ngozi

Loved her shoes!!!!!!!!!!!!

I fell in love with her jackets and definitely need one of those in my life :)

Modeled by Zed Eye's fantastic MUA Stacy

I was so excited I got a bit snappy happy (see below pics)
To find out more about Zed Eye visit www.zedeye.com

After Zed Eye’s showroom meeting I dashed off to another meeting and finally to BED!! Yes I do actually sleep,lol, people ask me that all the time.

Tomorrow is another busy day so nite,nite

xx

2010 in pictures...

2011-01-06T13:43:00.000-08:00

Below are some of my pics from 2010, just wanted to share with you some of the memories!

Wishing you all a fantastic 2011!

Enjoy!

Mwah :)

Yx

My Beauty Product of the week...

2011-01-05T09:07:00.000-08:00

Being a make-up/beauty junkie, I thought it would be great to start sharing with you some of my favourite beauty products out there. This includes skincare, make-up and perfumes! All things beauty-ful basically :)

My beauty product of the week has to be this gorgeous or should I say electrifying Sleek eye shadow palette I came across whilst in Superdrug. I got so excited until I was told it was in fact sold out :( This Palette is just gorgeous and a must have for this summer. The retail price was £6 something for all these colours! An absolute bargain!!!!

Sleek specialises in ethnic skin and I already use their amazing lippy’s which I will share with you in future posts so keep your eyes peeled!

You can find out more about Sleek cosmetics at www.sleekmakeup.com

Experience London Fashion Week next month :)

2011-01-05T06:09:00.000-08:00

For those of you who missed last season's LGN Events London Fashion Week International Catwalk , I have great news which is it will be back for the fifth season in February 2011!! Limited tickets are now currently available and remember once they're gone, they're gone.

And for those of you who came down last season and managed to grab one of the amazing goody bags (especially the IT socks tights) have the opportunity to join the fashion elite once again in this glamorous International fashion affair!

Some amazing designers are scheduled to show in February 2011 who include L.A based designer Alana Hale who has dressed the likes of Paula Abdul and has been snapped up by the famous Khardashian sisters Boutique Dash, Top 10 Ukrainian Designer BEVZA will also be showcasing her amazing creations , Ugandan designer Gloria Wavamunno who has designed clothes for the Nokia Face of Africa and much much more!

Tickets are a mere 20 quid (£20) which includes a champagne reception and another amazing goody bag!

Don't miss this international affair, buy your tickets early at http://www.lgn-events.co.uk/#/events/4546766886

Remember only a limited number of tickets are released to the public. Last season the tickets sold out early so be warned... lol

Hope to see you there

Yxx

Link:

www.lagenevenorthevents.co.uk

Merry Xmas !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2010-12-25T16:49:00.001-08:00

I just wanted to wish you all a Merry Xmas!

I appreciate all my followers/readers and look forward to blogging more in the New Year.

Thank you to all those who have emailed me and asked me for tips on make-up, hair and beauty products. I appreciate all your support and positive words.

Merry Xmas once again and here's to 2011 :)
xx

ps: feel free to email me about anything at yolande@lagenevenorth.co.uk

Follow me on twitter at www.twitter.com/yletshou

American Continental School Catwalk Show

2010-12-10T23:58:00.000-08:00

Yesterday I attended the exclusive Fashion Show of American InterContinental University London's School of Fashion 2010, which took place at the glamorous Music Room on South Molton Lane, Mayfair. The event was sponsored by L’Oreal, New Look, Lipsy, Vilene Freudenberg and Neuro.

I went to the event with my friend whom I now officially refer to and constantly call ‘Bella’! We got a bit carried away eating at Busaba’s by Selfridges that we literally had to rush to the venue and luckily made it on time. I work with a lot of emerging brands so am always keen to see what new talent is out there as it is something I am very passionate about so was really excited about attending the show.

The venue was completely packed so I just positioned myself near the entrance which worked in my favour actually. I managed to get a really good view of the collections being showcased which was great!

The Catwalk show was showcasing a range of designs from first year to final year students consisting of both menswear and womenswear, with inspiration taken from the concept of structure, including within pattern cutting of 3D geometric shapes, textiles and creative drape – from sculptural, rigid structure to soft sculpture that can be worn on the body.

Watch my filmed footage of the show below :)

I loved the make-up look used on the models and lashes. The Make-up was carried out by the fantastic ‘Session School’ and models wore feathers on top of their eyelashes to create a fabulously feminine yet striking look (see below)

Internationally recognised for the quality of the programs, industry involvement and high quality graduates, AIU London is situated in the heart of the fashion industry and for 35 years has been preparing students for the field of fashion. The school’s fashion department also teaches optional modules in Paris.

Below pic: AIU London award winner Johnny Wang on the catwalk with model

Below Pic: AIU award winner Kelly Hulderman

Overall the designs were Amazing!!! Wow there’s so much talent out there!

Nite x

About the American Intercontinental University (AIU) London

AIU London’s exciting, vibrant fashion department situated in the heart of the industry for 35 years prepares students for careers in fashion internationally. AIU London is recognized internationally for the quality of the programs, industry involvement and high quality graduates with student’s achievements including Sky 1’s Project Runway Winner, plus careers at Matthew Williamson, London; Hugo Boss, Copenhagen and Vivienne Westwood, London

W: www.aiulondon.ac.uk

Debenhams Press Day!

2010-11-30T22:27:00.000-08:00

Today I went to the Debenhams’s press day to view their SS11 collection. To say the weather in London has recently become unpredictable and a complete nightmare would be an understatement! It was freezing and heavily snowing but as they say ‘the show must go on’! I was relieved when I finally arrived at the venue as I can never seem to keep my eyes open whilst it’s snowing, lol, so I just about saw where I was going. Thank god I had Claudia, our assistant at work, to keep my mind off the awful weather !

So we finally arrived into a warm building :) I was so relived to feel some heat.
The layout of the event made everything so much easier which was definitely a bonus as we did not have much time to spend there.

I headed straight over to gorgeous Butterfly maxi dress by Matthew Williamson. I fell in love with this dress instantly and know this will definitely be a big hit this summer!

I loved the Henry Holland range for Debenhams. It’s perfect for all the Summer festivals and so versatile.

The price range was fantastic for all the designer ranges!! I mean where on earth do you get a brand new Henry Holland Mac for £45 or a Matthew Williamson dress for £65??? That is what I call value for money.

I am in love with their Red Herring palm cut out swimsuit which will be selling for a mere £22, Unbelievable!!

My must have jewellery piece has got to be the Julien Macdonald multi chain drape necklace (£20). This is the perfect statement piece to jazz up any simple outfit!

As for shoes you would be glad to hear that they have Faith shoes stocked there and the new range is just fabulous. My favourite was the Tyra Pony skin wedge (see below )

So I was amazed and excited to discover that Debenhams stock the French make-up brand ‘Black Up’ which is an amazing brand that specialises in make-up for women of colour. Ok so I know what you’re thinking!!! What a name huh? I too am not keen on the name as a whole but can swear to you that this brand is amazing and it works!!! All my cousins in Paris use it in some shape or form and it works wonders!! Next time you’re in Debenhams just test it out and let me know what you think??

Anyway goodnight for now

x

For more visit www.debenhams.com