Happy New Year!

“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!

xx

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

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,,,

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

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!

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!

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

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