Fashion & Beauty
Obama’s change the face of fashion in the US
Political icon Michelle Obama has been credited with changing the face of fashion after three black women in a row appeared on the cover of US Vogue. America's first lady graced the fashion bible's cover in March; followed by Beyonce, and this month Ethiopian model Liya Kebede.'Michelle Obama and her daughters are forcing advertisers to have a new interest in...
The Magic Show – Videos and Galleries
For those of you that did'nt get hold of a ticket for this years Magic show, don't worry Flavour magazine has compiled a gallery, and video footage from the night. If you missed the first one you don't want to miss the next one.http://www.youtube.com/v/LfjyU3jpXgghttp://www.youtube.com/v/OwINiZd8Owchttp://www.youtube.com/v/6GrOMLylvhQBe sure to Charles and Ko for further information
Pastry by Angela and Vanessa Simmons
Certainly not ones to follow the crowd, the young, ambitious and innovative daughters of Run DMC rap legend Joseph ‘Rev Run’ Simmons are busy showing the world that they have acres of talent in their own right. From acting and modelling to singing and writing, Vanessa and Angela Simmons have also found the time to pioneer their own fashion...
Trends – Billy Boyce Clothing
Billy Boyce Clothing has established itself as the contemporary, chic couture brand for London’s fashion-loving elite. Combining traditional military patches, buttons and punk-era colours into modern street wear, Billy Boyce is not only leading the way for future trends but it’s also redefining the concept of street fashion in the city. At London fashion week the brand has been...
Stunning supermodel Nell Robinson reveals all on the modelling industry
At 5ft 10 and with enchanting green eyes, Jamaica-born Janelle ‘Nell’ Robinson has taken the modeling world by storm. Her stunning looks helped her to win the first Supermodel of the Caribbean title in 2002 and she has now featured in campaigns for J-Lo and Victoria’s Secret, in fashion magazines Vogue and Cosmopolitan and on the cover of top...
Ecko Art Battle
MARC ECKO, the man behind the rhino brand and organization, launches the ECKO ART BATTLE: a worldwide competition where the Ecko fans and every creative people can design their own t-shirt. Before May 8th, interested ones can unload their artistic proposition on the special website made for the battle. A winner will be selected in each country by Marc...
Hot girls wear Stush – Advertorial
Hot girls wear Stush! If you're a fly and sexy lady who likes her clothes to make a statement whether you're partying in a club, out shopping or at work then women's wear brand Stush Clothing has something for you. The brand has had celebrities like Tulisa from N Dubz and Booty Luv have donned Stush attire and now...
Pandemonium, make-up artists on a mission
Katrina Appie, Chantelle James and Hila Basir are the ultra-talented make-up artists behind Cr8 Pandemonium. Having been the key make-up artist on Prince’s tour at The O2 and working with numerous celebs and top designers models, music artists and magazine’s are vying for their expertise at shoots. Here they give useful tips, talk product recommendations and offer advice on...
Kosher CEO of Femelle models talks
When you think of the UK urban modelling scene Kosher Osei-Yaw has made it his job for you to think of his agency first. Kosher is the owner of Femelle a London based model agency and Femelle photographic studios. With his stunning eye-ctching photograpy and beautiful models on his books he has built one of the UK's most...
Grace Shannon & Sika Designs
Sika Designs and Grace Shannan are two of the labels that are using the dazzling patterns and bold, vibrant colours of rich African fabrics.Grace Shannon’s signature use of African hand-cut embroidery lace creates a visually striking collection that captures the essence of style, sophistication and elegance to enhance the ‘curvaceous’ woman. Key pieces for this cutting edge creation focus...
Fashion Interview – Andrew Davis
From Paris to Milan, Arena Magazine’s Fashion Director Andrew Davis has a front row seat to fashion! Casting models, sourcing the latest designs and styling shoots is all in day’s work at Britain’s monthly men’s style magazine. Here’s what he had to say…How did you first get started working in the fashion industry? I was working as a...
Don’t Judge me by Denise Brown
Denise Brown - “I’m the woman you want to call when you want to look hot,” says the stylist to the stars. With a passion for fashion not only has she styled international superstars Kanye West, Rhianna and T.I. but she is also fashion editor of Touch Magazine and has launched her own chic couture customized denim and T-Shirt...
Binghi’s Boutque
Binghi’s Boutique is the place to find unique styles of clothing for both men and women.What’s unique about your line? My USP is that I can work with you. I can work my designs to fit your needs. So if you have bought a brand new pair of trainers and need a T-shirt to match, I can do...
Interview with Mary Ononokpono
Nigerian born Mary Ononokpono, 26, creator of African-inspired Mononoko designs is currently studying for a BA in Fashion design at Manchester Metropolitan University. Here she tells us how she turned things around from frustrating to fabulous.One of the hardest parts about getting into the business was finding the funding and managing to get everything off the ground with a...
Big in the game – Nyah Maskell
Young and ambitions, 25-year old Nyah Maskell wants to take the urban fashion world by storm with her ladies clothing brand Billion Dollar Girls Club. Here the North London entrepreneur gave us the lowdown on where this idea came from.Where did you get the idea for this venture? My business partner and I kept seeing T-shirts that boys were wearing...
Centre Stage – Endzone Image
EndZone Image creative consultancy is a fresh and dynamic company created in 2006 by Mel Leonard and Semone Ballin. EndZone Image specialises in fashion styling, hair design and make-up artistry and more recently Model Management - which is growing in success!With 15 years of experience in fashion and beauty between them, the duo had a passion and drive to...