JESSICA SIMPSON GRACE NEW YORK MAGAZINE COVER..... TALKS ABOUT LOVE AND FASHION

Jessica Simpson talks life.
On Love –  I don’t know if I believe in [love at first sight]. But it was definitely ‘I could love this man. And maybe I already do.’”
On Fashion - “I never thought I’d be some fashion mogul!” Allegedly Jess will make a billion bucks in sales this year.

Duro Olowu showcased his Fall 2011 designs at NYFS

Day four of New York Fashion Show saw favorite designers from Nigerian born designer Duro Olowu to iconic Americans like Diane von Furstenberg to the dynamic new designers Cushnie et Ochs, there was a lot to please the eye.
  
For his first show in New York, designer Duro Olowu presented his colorful Fall 2011 collection, which he titled “Urban Gaucho,” at Milk Studios last night. The collection by the  Nigerian-born designer was inspired by the style of South American Gauchos, as well as by the work of Harlem Renaissance photographer James Van Der Zee, said Olowu at the show.
“I was influenced by gaucho – but not literal. More of a gaucho spirit,” he said. “Women want to look confident, still feminine, but confident.”

Olowu mixed prints with plaids, florals with stripes. There were long, flowing dresses, wide-leg trousers, tweed tailored jackets, velvet coats and even a patchwork cape.
Despite all of the contrasting textures and vivid colors – bright red and yellow, colbalt blue, touches of gold – Olowu insisted that every look was wearable.
“I think women all over the world embrace color when its done in the right way,” he said.
“I’m always very inspired by women. I want to make clothes that woman can wear. And I hope that’s what I’ve done,” Olowu added, before he trotted over to a model on the stage to adjust her belt.

His line was inspired by Brazil and by Mexican film actress María Félix. 

Esperanza Spalding top Justin Bieber and Drake wins Best New Artist Grammys 2011

The most shocking moment at the 53rd Annual Grammys was when Esperanza Spalding emerged  the winner of the best new artist category, though a lot of people thought that the award was either going to Bieber or Drake.
   According to her,“I really didn’t think it was going to be me,”  This win makes Esperanza Spalding the first jazz artist to ever win Best New Artist at the Grammys. A few of her accomplishments included touring with Prince on his Welcome 2 America Tour and performing in the White House.
 “From the time Esperanza Spalding appeared on the scene in 2005, the dynamic singer, bassist, composer and arranger has been heralded as jazz’s next big thing,” AP stated.

Esperanza Spalding (born 1984) is an American multi-instrumentalist best known as a jazz bassist and singer, who draws upon many genres in her own compositions.

Ene Maya –Turbanizing the African beau

  Recently, when Solange Knowles and American recording artist, Eerykah Badu was spotted rocking African inspired head wraps, it became more obvious that turbans are one of the rising trends for this year.  At different occasions, the two celebrities have proven how versatile this fashion staple can be.

    To this end, former beauty queen, Ene Maya Lawani, who recently launched her mind-blowing and brazen accessories collection — head wraps, scarves and accessories, showcased this fashion staple as Nigeria fashion must-have.

   With her unique, artistic and magnificent touch, Maya have been able to define the uniqueness in Africa beauty.   The well embellished and detailed head wraps have however proven that Nigeria women can look attractive without working at it a bit.

  Ene Maya 2011 collections, which comes in vibrant colours, unimaginable styles and fabrics can also be use to enhance any kind of outfits.

  

According to her, “turban collection is versatile, fun and bold, playful and different. “turban is quite chic. This type of Turbans are without a doubt a type of fashion accessory that cannot go unnoticed, offering you the opportunity to step out of your comfort zone and try something a little different from what other accessories offer you. It gives you a chance to make a bold fashion statement adding a vintage allure to any outfit. With the right dose of courage and creativity, this accessory can contribute to a very modern look. Fashion is mute until we give it a voice, that's the gut and energy of this whole thing, you can trust a turban to do some screaming.”
   Lawani added, “ A turban might not be the first hair accessory you think of when your outfit is in need of something extra, but it’s a brilliant way to tie up your hair while looking like you made an effort with a fashion accessory. Turban can transform a look from dire to
danny in no time. Wearing a turban demands confidence. You have to believe in your looks.”

   

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K BY BEVERLEY KNIGHT Hits Lagos

THE DUO - MIRANDA DIETTE SPIFF & PRECIOUS IKEM

   Recently, the duo of Miranda Diette Spiff and Precious Ikem introduced a new makeup line to the Nigeria market.
   The seminar and pre-launching gathered top makeup artists; beautician, stockish and stylists at the Lise Make up studio in Ikoyi to witness the luxury make up range of K by Beverley Knight.
  From a unique background, the make up line, which is owned by no other than Soul superstar Beverley Knight, sees the brand provides a full range of products exclusively for the blacks.
 The range however covers 15 products, from primer to oil-free foundations, eyeliners and highlighters, all sophisticated for today’s modern woman.