Wednesday 11 December 2013

Glitz on the Runway: Nigeria Fashion Recognition Awards 2013

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Cynosure magazine & models Presents

GLITZ ON THE RUNWAY 2/ NIGERIA FASHION RECOGNITION AWARDS 2013!!!


A gathering of top fashion luminaries,designers,stunning models and entertainment enthusiasts featuring:

UTI NWACHUKWU, DENRELE EDUN,KAREN IGHO, AY, YOMI CASUAL ,ALVINCE, 
FRANK OSHODI ,MAI ATAFO,TONTO DIKEH, KALECHI AMADI OBI, ADAMS 
IBRAHIM,ALEX EKUBO,EBUKA OBI, DAYO,SOLID STAR,MELVIN ODUAH, BEVELY OSU and many more...


Date: Sunday December 15th 2013
Venue:TROY LOUNGE, LOUNGE 6, MAROKO FORESHORE, BESIDES ORIENTAL HOTEL VICTORIA ISLAND LAGOS

Red carpet: 2pm
Main event: 3pm

For participation /media sponsorship
Contact:
Email: cynosuremagazine21@gmail.com
Twitter: @cynosuremodels
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Tel: 08036919485, 08034907346


Tuesday 10 December 2013

FUN, FASHION AND FOOTBALL; LPM Goes To Copa Lagos Beach Soccer


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This Sunday 15th December 2013, the LPM Team is ending 2013 with a big bang with its December Grande Marché at the Copa Lagos Beach Soccer happening at Eko Atlantic, Victoria Island, Lagos.

This December, Lagos’ slice of Portobello is bringing you a bumper edition at the biggest beach soccer event in Africa!



With last year’s footfall of over 3000, Vendors can expect 1000s of shoppers, new customers, music and fun in the sun at Le Grand Marché  at Copa Lagos! Our super-special AC’d LPM tent situated close to the action will ensure both vendors and shoppers get in on the fun!
Delicious Cocktails from the Absolut Lounge at Le Grand Marché and taster plates from Tash Bistro! Get excited, vendors book your place now!

Watch all the action from last year's Copa Lagos here:


Grand Marche is on the 15th of December!
To participate sign up at app.lpmnigeria.com to register as a vendor and sign up for an event, if you have any difficulty send an email
to: info@lpmnigeria.com
Follow on Twitter: @LePetitMarcheNG
Tumblr: www.lpmpaper.tumblr.com
Instagram: @lpmnigeria
Add LPM on 28BC6BE3
Contact LPM on 08162463603




FASHION FUSION 2013




#FASHIONFUSION2013 is a youth empowerment initiative created to target and empower aspiring young designers who have found their passion for fashion and ventured into the fashion industry. The event will be organised to showcase young Nigerian designers, models with side attractions like performances and comedy skits.


In a screening process, the models and designers will pass through a preliminary stage from which only 15 outstanding designers & models will be chosen to showcase their creativity at the event. The designer with the best showcase will be determined by a panel of judges that will include Ejiro Amos Tafiri, Zizi Cardow, Adebayo Oke-Lawal, Uche Nnaji, Lanre DaSilva Ajayi and more. The model with the best catwalk will also be decided.

The best in these 2 categories  will win a cash prize of N250,000 and N50,000 respectively among other benefits. Also, designers like JOSH SAMUELS, KOLA KUDUS, MCMEKA COUTURE, OLD RELIGION, DADUBAJO shall be on showcase

 FOR TICKET BOOKINGS CALL +2348180321046 or purchase at www.ariiyatickets.com

If you are interested in being a part of this project, whether as a sponsor, partner or participant, please contact:
Ebere C. Ekeledo at +2348180321046 | Email thefashionfusion13@gmail.com.

Date: Thursday, 19th December 2013
Venue: Oriental Hotel, Lekki Expressway, Lagos.



Monday 9 December 2013

Promo Video - Music Meets Runway 2013

The Official Music Meets Runway 2013 Cinema Advert



Follow them on Twitter @musicmeetsrunway | Instagram @musicmeetsrunway and their websitewww.musicmeetsrunway.com for updates and more information.

For press enquiries- Email press@musicmeetsrunway.com

Countdown to Music Meets Runway 2013





YAYYY!  The highly anticipated fashion event of the year, Music Meets Runway has announced its date. The event of music and fabulous couture will happen on Saturday 21st December 2013.

This years event is tagged the “Icon Edition” and will feature prominent Designers and Artists such as; Deola Sagoe, Lanre DaSilva Ajayi, Ituen Basi, Femi Kuti, 2Face and more.

Tickets to this event are available right now on www.afritickets.com so head on down.

Ticket Prices
Standard Tickets: N5, 000
Standard VIP Silver Tickets: N20, 000
VIP Gold Table: N350, 000
Platinum VIP Table: 1,000,000

Listen Up! Music Meets Runway is offering a 20% discount on all early bird ticket purchases on Afritickets.com. I repeat, head on down.

Ticket Locations
Eko Hotel & Suites Reception – Victoria Island, Lagos
Genesis Deluxe Cinemas – Oniru, Victoria Island, Lagos
Ozone Cinemas – E-Centre – Yaba, Lagos
Silverbird Cinemas – Victoria Island & Ikeja, Lagos
Get Arena – Oniru, Victoria Island, Lagos
Le Reve Pieces – The Jewelry Store, 1b Niyi Okunubi Street, Lekki, Lagos

Date: Saturday 21st December 2013
Time: 6PM
Venue: Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos

Follow them on Twitter @musicmeetsrunway | Instagram @musicmeetsrunway and their website www.musicmeetsrunway.com for updates and more information.

For press enquiries- Email press@musicmeetsrunway.com

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Friday 6 December 2013

BIG 60 IS BACK!!!

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The BIG 60
The BIG 60 event is BACK!!!  If you’ve been looking for a hotspot where all the fun’s at this holiday season, you can end your search right now come December 6th 2013 when it kicks off.

BIG 60, when it debuted in 2012, was a fixture/go-to place on the Lagos creative scene. Now, it is back, better and bigger.


BIG 60 is a ‘lifestyle installation’ by a AWCA (A Whitespace Creative Agency) that mixes up an explosive brew of fashion, art, music and lifestyle events over the course of 60 days. It attracts the brightest, most dynamic in these industries and beyond in a bespoke, curated environment where one can mix, share ideas, network and of course, party!

 It is a fun event that mixes a blend of fashion, art, music and lifestyle over the course of 60 days. It attracts the bright and dynamic personalities in these industries and beyond in a bespoke, curated environment where they can mix, share ideas, network and of course, party. “Eat, Drink and Play” is the theme. There will fashion nights featuring rising stars in the design and retail industry, a cocktails, a photo booth and so much more. Admission is free for all.

Date: Friday 6th December 2013 – Friday 31st January 2014
Time: 6 PM – 11:30 PM from Thursdays to Sundays
Venue: Whitespace, 58 Raymond Nkoju, Ikoyi, Lagos


EVENT: St Eve Magazine Fashion on the Terrace Event holds Dec. 8th 2013



Gliding on the wings of the teeming success recorded with its previous show ‘Summer Jam fest’ with Rick Ross last year, the organizers of St. Eve magazine are set to up the ante with this year’s fashion show tagged ‘Fashion On The Terrace’.

Come Sunday, December 8, 2013, Intercontinental Hotel at 52, Kofo Abayomi, Victoria Island, Lagos will play host to Fashion on Terrace. It will be an outdoor rooftop event that will be the talk of the town throughout December and New Year.


Fashion On The Terrace is a platform for young Nigerian designers to show their creativity to a wider audience, it will also create unique opportunities and reputable platforms for Nigeria’s undiscovered
talents in fashion industry.

The show which is organized by Evelyn Okere, Managing Director of St. Eve concepts Ltd, will become a permanent fixture in Nigeria’s fashion calendar and will go down as the biggest fashion show hosted on the grounds of the size of the production, the caliber of designers, exhibitors, industry stakeholders, photographers, V.I.P. guest list and the number of companies that will be present.

Registration has commenced for fashion designers that wish to showcase their designs.
Exhibition booth goes for N35,000 (Thirty Five Thousand Naira Only) for exhibitors who want to display their designs for people to patronize at the venue their goods.

For more information contact:
www.st-evemagazine.com
For ticket bookings please contact:
Evelyn Okere: 08022226836, 07035830239 or email: eokere@eveconcepts.com;
Edirin Okumagba: 08171961936 or email: edirinokumagba@yahoo.com/ gmail.com.

Tickets can also be purchased online:
www.afritickets.com/event/fashion_on_the_terrace_190
Twitter: @ST_Evemag
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Fashion-on-Terrace-DEC-8-at-Intercontinental-HOTEL/230289170480670?ref=hl

There will be special appearances of exotic dogs on runway as well in the talk of the town fashion wears.

Sensational Afro pop singer, Iyanya and DJ Humility will add entertainment specs to the show with ‘bumper performances’.

Among the major brand events done in the past few years by St. Eve magazine are, a series of well attended health seminars, an International Road Show, the annual ‘Summer Jam fest’ that had American rapper Rick Ross on stage live in Lagos as well as the maiden edition of Rose di Omimi Fashion Trunk Show. There is also the all-inclusive, first of its kind International Beauty Expo scheduled for early next year.

Some of the A-list designers and celebrities to grace the show include Zizi Cardow, Mudi, Mai Atafo, Dede Mabiaku, Ali Baba and many more.

Speaking on the event, Evelyn Okere said “Fashion on Terrace is surely going to be talk of the town. We wish to promote the ‘Made in Nigeria’ brand globally. Our main focus is on health related issues, beauty, fashion and life style in general, this is something we are committed to.”

Expected to grace the event are stakeholders in fashion industry, fashion designers, load of guests and corporate executives. With the caliber of people coming, business contacts, network and huge sales
are expected.

THE FASHION PROTEGE : MEET THE MENTORS



As celebrated leaders in the African Fashion Industry, Lanre DaSilva Ajayi & Mai Atafo have taken African Fashion beyond borders. They have paved the way for the younger generation of creatives and inspired many of them to take that leap of faith to pursue their dream in fashion.
Ohimai Atafo of MAI Inspired is renowned designer in Bridal, Menswear & Women’s occasion wear. Favoured immensely by a long list of celebrity clientele, Mai Atafo’s designs have been worn by Stephanie Okereke, Mercy Johnson, Ramsey Nouah, Banky W, D’banj, 2Face, M.I and many others. As a fashion artist, Mai Atafo continues to create and inspire through his lifestyle brand.
Lanre Da Silva Ajayi (LDA) is the founder of the eponymous design label that is a fashion favorite among the media, celebrities and fashion lovers. LDA has been featured in various African and international media including L’Uomo Vogue and is currently stocked at the Dolce & Gabbana Spiga2 Concept Store located in Milan, Italy.
Renowned for their efforts to participate in the growth of the African Fashion Industry, these iconic designers are ready to impart knowledge and make a Fashion Star out of you!

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About MultiChoice presents the Fashion Protégé
 As MultiChoice celebrates its 20th anniversary, the show has been created to nurture and promote the next generation of Nigerian creative talent. The Fashion Protégé is a 5-episode Nigerian reality television series that will air on DSTV’s AfricaMagic.

The Prize:

N1,000,000 (1 Million)
Mentorship by a renowned Nigerian designer
International Fashion Trip
Cover feature for DSTV Magazine
Special Feature Interview on BellaNaija
Feature in a Top Fashion Magazine
Lookbook by a Top Photographer

For more information, please visit DSTV’s Website or Facebook Page.

EVENT: The Hidden City Fest Lagos 2013

The Hidden City Fest Lagos 2013

Bang & Kosher and Sincity Nights presents

The Hidden City Fest Lagos 2013;
An event that embodies 2 events in one “Mente de Moda” and the “Grand Atlantis” on the 22nd of December 2013. It will incorporate shopping and merry making into one fun filled day.

Back with the December edition in 2013 Bang and Kosher are proud to present to you “MENTE DE MODA” , a fashion and art exhibition/mini market event. The 'Mente de Moda' will be from 12noon – 7pm show see the finest Nigerian fashion & art entrepreneurs showcase their work to an already growing and loyal fan base, all in the presence of other side attractions. Mente de Moda was created to give new brands a rare opportunity to get their products onto the fashion High Street.

Our main goal is to expose young designers , fashion entrepreneurs , digital/traditional artist and fashion/art lovers alike using live retail as an effective too

The "GRAND ATLANTIS" event which will start from 7pm will make full utilization of the 2 swimming pools which the hidden city grounds provides and will see different dj’s and artists grace the stage.

DATE: 22nd December, 2013

VENUE: No.3 Ojora Road, Opposite Wheat Baker Hotel, Ikoyi, Lagos.

Guest Appearances by top celebrities


The Hidden City Fest Lagos 2013

For stall bookings, Contact ; 08188537906  08138628364
Email : bangnkosher@gmail.com
Instagram: hiddencitylagos

Thursday 5 December 2013

GTBLFDW 2013 SHOW REPORT: DAY 4 - OKUNOREN TWINS

The Non-identical twin brothers showcased their bespoke tailoring brand at this year’s Lagos Fashion & Design Week.The design duo are known for their cool and dapper designs in custom-made suits. This year however, they showcased a very relaxed and casual collection that consisted of linen trousers, shorts and pin-stripped shirts fit for a holiday in Monaco or a relaxed weekend at the boat club.

The fashion brand is a favourite among Nigerian celebrities including Jay Jay Jay Okocha, D’Banj, Don Jazzy, DJ Caise and many others. Check out the collection!

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GTBLFDW 2013 SHOW REPORT: DAY 4 - MAKI OH

Adire prints, polka dots and fringing characterises Maki Oh’s lovely collection showcased at this year’s Lagos Fashion & Design Week.

Check out the collection...

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