MARY DAVIS’ BEAUTY TIPS: TOP FASHION TIPS FOR NIGERIAN WOMEN

Matching your clothing, makeup and hair color to your skin tone is a very important step that many women overlook. Most skin tones will be washed out by certain colors and enhanced by others, so it is important to recognize this in order to look your best. Nigerian women are luckier than most because their skin tone matches a wide range of colors and shades, allowing much greater versatility in dressing and makeup choices. Read on for several top fashion tips that will make you glow.

MAKEUP: Nigerian women are quite lucky in the makeup department because many shades and styles compliment a darker complexion. One problem area for all women is selecting a foundation that truly matches your skin tone. This is a very important step that should not be approached haphazardly. If you are struggling, why not ask a professional for advice? You can find many professional beauty therapists online through free classifieds sites or local beauty parlors. Another possible option is to check out some beauty tutorials like this one that will guide you to a perfect foundation blend. Because let's face it, it doesn't matter how beautiful you are if you can't hit the right beauty keys. Once your base foundation is sorted, the world really is your oyster. If you want to go for a more natural look then a chocolate eye shadow and a sweep of clear lip-gloss will do the trick. If you want to brighten your complexion and focus attention on your eyes, use a metallic bronze or gold eye shadow for illumination. If it's Friday night and feeling particularly daring, opt for an electric shade like metallic pink for a dazzling contrast with your dark skin and eyes, you'll be queen of the night!

TREND ALERT: GLOVE CLUTCH

Clutches can never go out of fashion. They are a staple which as a lady, you should own at last one of, once you are old enough to go for outings. 

They are a perfect choice for events, red carpet shows and classy dinner dates. Clutches can be paired with variety of clothing types from classy evening dresses to semi-formal wears like fitted pants. 

Since the style of the clutch is made without a shoulder sling, it restricts the carrier to only one other hand left to do any other things while carrying the clutch.

If you are one of those that love the look of the clutch but find carrying it quite cumbersome, help has come! The help is in form of a fingerless glove of the same material attached to the clutch; the invention of the latest fashion trend – the glove clutch - gloves attached to clutch bags.  . But does a glove attached to a purse seem like the most practical solution?  Is it just a fad or its here to stay?

What’s your take on the glove clutch? Classy, tacky, unnecessary or neither here nor there?

 

 

 

PRESIDENT JONATHAN APOINTS EMEKA IKE AS RHYTHM ‘N’ PLAY AMBASSADOR

Nollywood actor, Emeka Ike has been appointed a Rhythm ‘N’ Play Ambassador by President Goodluck Jonathan. This according to the government is in recognition of his selfless service to humanity.
The ceremony was held last Thursday at the National Sports Stadium, Abuja. He was decorated alongside six other super stars including: Victor Moses, and Nigeria’s top music rapper M I.
As part of its nationwide grassroots sports development campaign, National Academicals Sports Committee (NASCOM) on June 6 got the Presidency backing for its noble initiative, when Mr. President launched Rhythm N’ Play in Abuja.
According to NASCOM Chairman, Yemi Idowu, Rhythm ‘N’ Play is an exciting youth-friendly campaign aimed at enhancing mass youth participation in sporting activities and age-grade competitions.

DESMOND ELLIOT OUT WITH NEW MOVIE

Desmond Elliot is one of the most talented actors cum Directors in the Nigerian movie industries. He has produced quite a number of top notch movies in Nollywood. His latest is a comedy movie titled “The Place.”
Desmond says he has put a lot of hard work into the movie and according to him; he is 110% confident it will be a hit.
Giving a very rare money-back-guarantee, Desmond Elliot has declared that he would refund people’s money if they found his new movie wanting.
In a statement released from his office, he said, ‘I know this is not the kind of things people say in Nollywood but I’m staking all on this movie, if you buy the DVD and it’s not ‘very funny’ to you, contact me, I will refund your money in full’ he said.

POLO RALPH LOUNGE (PRL) OPENS ANOTHER OUTLET IN IKOYI

Almost a year after the opening of its first outlet at 17, Osho Street, 1st Floor, Opebi-Oregun link road, Ikeja. Polo Ralph Lounge, the only exclusive Polo Ralph Lauren outlet in Nigeria adds another location for its distingue Lagos Island and environ clientele at 17, Maitama Sule Street, off Awolowo road, Ikoyi, Lagos Island. The store is a walking distance from Polo Club .Famed for their iconic polo shirt with a signature polo-playing emblem, Polo Ralph Lauren is the leading fashion brand worldwide.

According to Mr. Tunde Allison, CEO of PRL, there is more to Ralph Lauren as a brand than the iconic signature Polo tops, T-shirts, chinos and sneakers. PRL showcases a variety of Ralph Lauren's labels such as  Blue Label, Black Label, Pink Pony, Purplel Label, RRL, Polo Ralph Lauren, RLX, Denim & Supply, RL Collection, Lauren etc.

NAOMI CAMPBELL’S LATEST PHOTOSHOOT

The 43 year old British Supermodel will not be outdone by the new crop of young supermodels flocking the industry. 

Naomi was recently in Ghana for a photo shoot for an upcoming edition of W Magazine. The shoot was orchestrated by British-Ghanaian stylist, Edward Enninful, who is also W Magazine Fashion & Style Director.  The pictures, which are quite racy show Naomi looking all pro. 
Naomi, who was discovered at an early age of 15 has had her fair share of fame, fortune as well as woes and has managed to remain relevant in the fashion and modeling world.  

Naomi Campbell in Ghana

Campbell is currently dating Russian billionaire businessman Vladislav Doronin, whom she resides with in Moscow.

SPOTTED! SOLANGE KNOWLES IN ANKARA TOP AND SHORTS, WITH LONG TWISTS

It certainly is no news that Beyonce’s kid sis, Solange Knowles has a passion for African print fabric.  The songstress has been seen rocking ankara at magazine photo-shoots as well as red carpet events. Her latest spotting was when she hit the stage at The Roots Picnic in Philly in a $158 boxing kitten oxford top and a pair of Printed Shorts, both from the brand’s Spring 2013 collection.

Boxing kitten is a New York based fashion house that has made clothes for super stars like Beyonce, Fergie, Alicia keys and Gwen Sefani. 

Boxing Kitten Oxford Top

Looks like Solange was out with a mission to look totally African. Her hair was done into long heavy twists this time around. 
Cute! What do you think?

INSIDE THE NEW HOUSE ON THE ROCK CATHEDRAL

The House On The Rock Ministry, founded and pastored by Paul Adefarasin of ‘Experience’ fame, recently commissioned its new ultra-modern, multipurpose cathedral at the Lekki axis of Lagos.
The first of its kind in modern church ministry, the multi-billion naira Rock Multipurpose Cathedral now house the international headquarters of the House On The Rock, as well as the Rock Foundation.

The magnificent edifice, with a total floor area of 32,000 m2 (the largest footprint for a single building in the commercial city of Lagos) accommodates facilities for worship, education, healthcare, community development, reformation training, recreation and social rehabilitation, among others.

The large auditorium of the ergonomic state -of –the- art cathedral is designed with capacity to comfortably seat about 14,000 people and structured to efficiently evacuate all human traffic in just 10 minutes.

It is well fitted with automated and integrated lighting, state of the art audio visual facilities, 24/7 alternative power supply, round-the-clock manned security, access control, CCTV and stage capacity to conveniently accommodate 200-person choir.

The Rock Foundation would be committed to the reformation of our nation with specialised training that will produce future leaders who are virile, visionary and equipped with the relevant secular skills to excel in the various sectors of industry.

 

 

It is designed to run four separate educational systems which include primary school, an adult education centre, a skill acquisition centre and a Bible College.

 

 

INTRODUCING: MARY DAVIS

Bebeakinboade.com is happy to tell you that Mary Davis, a British freelance writer will be starting a column on our blog called “Mary Davis' Beauty Tips" with emphasis on Nigerian women.
Mary studied journalism and graduated five years ago. She is currently living in Rome and working as a freelance writer for some local and International newspapers and magazine.
If you like her writing you can follow her on Twitter @MaryFreeWriter

BEYONCE FLAUNTS FLAT ABS AMID PREGNANCY RUMORS

Beyonce is continuing to downplay pregnancy rumors, but this time she’s letting her body do the talking for her.
The media went abuzz with the star’s second pregnancy rumours when she revealed that she would like more children and  her only offspring, Blue Ivy would also need company in a baby bro or sis.
Stepping out Saturday for Kanye West’s 36th birthday party, the superstar wore a midriff-baring black-and-white ensemble.

The outfit exposed Beyoncé’s toned abs and flat stomach — revealing no hint of a baby bump whatsoever.

This is very typical of Beyonce, who did all she could to flaunt her protruding bump when accused of wearing a prosthetic baby bump two years ago. Now that she is sans baby bump, she seems to be doing all she can, to clear the controversy – by letting the abs do the talking.

Pregnancy talks aside, what’s your take on her choice of outfit for a birthday party? Classy or a tad too casual?

 

PICTURES FROM GHANAIAN ACTOR, CHRIS ATTOH’S BIRTHDAY PARTY IN UK

It was Ghanaian actor Chris Attoh's birthday on the 26th of last month. COKO bar, London decided to host him and a few of his friends. In attendance was Karem igho of big brother and a host of other Ghanaians living in the UK

REGINA ASKIA WILLIAMS COVERS B.O.MAGAZINE

B.O.Magazine is back with its 4th edition set to be out on the 10^th of   June, 2013. B.O.M brings more sizzling & exciting juicy content and features this season.
On the cover of this issue, B.O.M features former Nigerian actress& beauty queen, Regina Askia Williams. She has been living in the U.S for over a decade and has also started a family of her own. B.O.M had a chat with Regina in New York and catches up with the former actress and what she has been up to over the years.

This edition, B.O.M focuses more on Health and Lifestyle of today’s every woman. Also in this edition, B.O.M introduces her new international cover contributors and team as well as the introduction of new contributing doctors on the B.O.M team and health related articles to follow.

B.O.M's first subscription and 5th cover launch party will be happening very soon. To subscribe to get B.O.M delivered to you, please visit www.beautyoverdosemag.com for more information and to place adverts or get a feature in the magazine, please send an email to: beautyoverdosemag@aol.com

ARE YOU ATTENDING A WEDDING SOON? HERE ARE 10 ETIQUETTE RULES EVERY WEDDING GUEST SHOULD MASTER

Maybe you think of wedding etiquette as pertaining only to the couple, but there is, in fact, a long list of do's and don'ts you should abide by as a guest; from the moment the invitation arrives until after the happy event has occurred. Some rules of conduct are obvious while some need mastering.
The couple would have gone through series of planning and rehearsals and the least you can do is to make their day perfect for them by comporting yourself in a proper manner. Bebeakinboade.com presents to you 10 Etiquette rules every wedding guest should master.

ARRIVE AT THE CEREMONY ON TIME. Leave plenty of time to get to the wedding. Its good manners for all guests to be seated before the couple and not troop in one after the other as the ceremony are going on. If you're really late, stand in the back or slip quietly into a back pew or row once the processional is completely finished.

DONNT JUST SHOW UP FOR THE RECEPTION, ATTEND THE JOINING AND BLESSINGS. The ceremony is the most important part and guests should make all efforts to attend. It’s in poor taste to show up to the open bar without first attending the main event.

MISH RELEASES NEW SONG!!!

The Akwa Ibom Ayaiya wonder boy, Mish has released a new single! First it was the Akwa Ibom song and now he is back with "A Little"".   He says the He has got just two words to say on this one – just listen.

TURN YOUR LOVE FOR EVENT PLANNING INTO A CAREER: LEARN HOW TO BE AN OUTSTANDING EVENT PLANNER

Need to know more about the art and craft of event planning and decoration? Meet with eight (8) skilled and certified trainers, who are maestros of the art at a 2weeks event management and decoration training by Finesse Event from 24th June-5th July, 2013. Hurry! The time is now.

Training provides explicit information and professional guidance on the following courses:
Introduction to Event Planning
Types of Events
Decoration
Vendor Selection
Draping & Light
Budgeting/Checklist
Registration of Business e.t.c

Each participant gets Finesse Event Handbook on Event Management & Décor and Directory of over 2000 decoration pictures and guidelines on creative decoration

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