Nigerian designer Lisa Folawiyo makes BOF top 500 global fashion influencers with Amal Clooney, Caitlyn Jenner...

Nigerian designer Lisa Folawiyo and Nigerian owner of top luxury boutique Alara make Business of Fashion's 500 list joining Amal Clooney, Caityln Jenner and other renowned names in the industry from across the world.
 

Nigeria based fashion designer Lisa Folawiyo and Reni Folawiyo make top 500 of Business of Fashion's revered list of global fashion influncers.

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Lisa Folawiyo owns her eponymous womenswear brand that has showcases across major runways across countries while Reni Folawiyo owns top Lagos based lifestyle boutique; Alara.

READ: Reni Folawiyo gets profiled on style.com

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The BoF 500 list "is a professional index of the people shaping the global fashion industry, based on hundreds of nominations received from current members of the BoF 500, data analysis and months of research to unearth names from all corners of the globe" choosing people who have impacted their fashion world across countries.

The fashion experts join famous names from around the world including Amal Clooney, Bruno Pavlovsky  of Chanel, Caitlyn Jenner and more who made the list.

Nigerian, Omoyemi Akerele who owns Style House Files and Lagos Fashion & Design Week initiative made the BoF 2014 list last year.

READ: LFDW unveils new headline partner, calls for Fashion Focus application

The excited designer shared intimate photos from the exclusive dinner with the new members on her Instagram, check on them above.

READ: Lisa Folawiyo is picture perfect for Genevieve Magazine's September 2015 cover

Read BOF bio on Lisa Folawiyo here

Read BOB bio on Reni Folawiyo here

SHiiKANE Afropop girl group go all out glam in new colourful photos

 Sensational UK based girl group SHiiKANE release stunning new 'Boss' themed photos, take a look at the colourful styles...

SHiiKANE unveils new styled colourful promotional photos  looking extra glam in suits and traditional styles.

READ: SHiiKANE unveil stunning promo photos

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The popular UK based Afropop girl group were the epitome of grace in themed photo shoot titled 'The Female Boss'.

READ: Listen to SHiiKANE - 'Tuele'

Decked in colourful traditional headties and statement neckpieces over print bustier looks, the sisters looked flawless with their faces 'beat' to perfection.

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In other images the pretty singers showed off their toned figures in vibrant suit sets  with flawless facebeat showing off perfect midriff.

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The looks from the shoot was designed and styled via their new fashion label; SHiiBrit set to launch its debut collection in 2016.

Take a look at the photos in the gallery above and watch their current single 'Tuele' below.

Credits:

Photography: Luke Nugent

Stylist: @SHiiBrit

Makeup: @ots_beauty @beautybyinspire

Hair: @missiamrealleah @yewandeq

Singer Monica Ogah stuns in new photos

Monica Ogah, the 2011 winner of the fourth edition of MTN Project Fame West Africa, releases some stunning photos from a recent photo-shoot. See more photos after the cut...

Sandra Amen Ogbebor Miss Globe Nigeria launches her NGO

Sandra Amen Ogbebor is the current Miss Globe Nigeria; she represented Nigeria in Albania at the Miss Globe International 2014, She recently launched her foundation Sandra & the Child Foundation which she launched recently on Tuesday, 18th of August 2015. 

Sandra and the child foundation is committed to rallying support for the less privileged children in the society. 

 

Her zeal to serve and impact lives positively has touched the lives of many and has put a smile on the faces of children who seek love, care and support from the society. 

Sandra and the child foundation has not only enjoined the society at large to help improve the standard of living of the under privileged children but the foundation kicked off by visiting some slums nationally and internationally. The recent visit to Makoko was impactful and the children loved and received her warmly. The foundation gave packs of toiletries, health care materials, educational materials and food items. The children who have lacked all these resources were filled with joy and most grateful to the present and presence of Sandra and the foundation crew.

The foundation will officially launch project 3000 on December, 2015. Project 3000 is aimed at rallying support for less privileged children through project 3000 campaign. This project is aimed at sourcing shelter, quality basic education, food, clothing and love for over 3000 under privileged children within the next 5years.

You could make enquiries on Sandra and the child foundation on our website www.sandraandthechildfoundation.org .

Our contact numbers are 08187939736 and 08114547220.
Let us give to the less privileged because God loves a cheerful giver and he will repay.

Nollywood actress Nsikan Isaac stuns in new photos

In celebration of her recent nomination for the prestigious 2015 GIAMA Awards, fast rising Nollywood actress Nsikan Isaac has released a series of new breathtaking photos. She was nominated in the category of Best new actress for her role in the movie 'The Banker'. Check out the lovely pics!

Toke Makinwa sizzles in beach wear as she holidays in Miami

Toke in April by Kunbi beachwear as she got ready for a pool party while on holiday in Miami

Meet the Reigning Miss Nigeria USA Olutosin Araromi (photos)

Miss Nigeria USA Frances Onyemaechi Udukwu has been crowned Miss Africa USA 2015 - 2016. The first runner up, stunning Olutosin Araromi (pictured above) is now crowned the reigning Miss Nigeria USA 2015-2016.

Olutosin is currently a Senior at Montclair State University studying Family and Child Studies with a concentration in family services and a minor in psychology. She is also a member of two Honor Society’s called Kappa Omicron Nu and Chi Alpha Epsilon. Olutosin is part of a Women’s Empowerment Group called the “Esther Project” which is a global empowerment movement preparing and positioning women for their purpose in life. Congrats to her.

Face of Tourism International presents Face of Tourism Nigeria Beauty Pageant

As Face of Tourism Nigeria seeks to crown another beauty queen  who will promote the nation's Tourism potential while merging beauty with nature and a tenacious cause centered around supporting homeless street children. Together with the winner of FOTN 2016, the brand will strive to create shelters and offer education in all facets for the discovered children.

Face Of Tourism Nigeria which had its maiden edition in 2006 is blowing full steam as its creators(Face of Tourism International) are focused on fulfilling its promise of promoting, showcasing and developing the Nigerian Tourist scene with the amalgamation of beauty, fashion, nature and charity. Founded by CEO Victor Ekpo Ita, a vibrant young entrepreneur whose resume spans over a decade, of vivid goals, clarity and  work ethics soaked in determination.

Auditions for the pageant begin after the sales of forms end. Only Nigerian Girls 16- -26years of age are permitted to apply for this year's beauty pageant, though Nigerians in the diaspora may apply, sending in a video audition for adjudication as long as they are available for the Grand Finale in Lagos south west Nigeria.

 Auditions for the pageant will take place in four Cities spread across four geo-political zones namely: Calabar – South- South, Lagos – South West, Enugu- South East and Abuja – North central.

Prizes and Awards

·        The winner will walk away with the prestigious crown of Face of Tourism Nigeria Beauty Queen, One Million Naira and a brand new Car.

·        Three finalist will be crowned as;

·        Face Of Tourism Nigeria Ambassador  South

·        Face of Tourism Ambassador East

·        Face of Tourism Ambassador West

·        Face of Tourism Ambassador North

How to apply

Step one:  

Pay a non – refundable fee of 5,000

     Naira to first Bank of Nigeria Plc.

     Account Name: Face of Tourism International

     Account Number: 2027042968

 Step Two: 

 Log onto
www.faceoftourisminternational.com  and key in your username, Email Address and   Password. An Activation code will be sent to you via email.

Note that you either register online or download the contest application form

Step three

Pick up registration form at selected locations across the country

Log in with your Username and Password complete the registration form.

For sponsorship details contact Victor Ita on 08114558621 Charles Itu on 08052410000

Charles Johnson on 07010784345  

Photos from Unilag Fashion Show 2015. Stunning Right ????