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10 Makeup Tricks Every Woman Needs to Know

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We all put on makeup (at least some of the time), but is your technique yielding the best possible results? Here, Kimberly Soane, the director of artistry at Bobbi Brown, offers up some simple pointers to make sure we're using everything from concealer to bronzer to mascara right.
Related: How to Summer-fy Your Beauty Kit

Never put concealer or foundation on your eyelids as a base, it will cause your eye makeup to crease.

Use your fingers to apply your foundation if you want sheer coverage and a brush if you more polished, medium to full coverage.

Always apply powder where you are shiniest first, which it usually your T-zone, with a very light dusting everywhere else.

You should put bronzer on your neck, face, and chest to even out your skin tone. Be sure to take a step back and make sure everything is the same color.

When applying blush, first smile, then start on the apple of the cheek, blend the blush back towards the top of the ear, then down toward the jawline.

Always apply your brow pencil or powder to the upper portion of the eyebrow to lift your face up.

You want to make sure your lipstick is not too defined at your cupid’s bow (the top of your lip), and that it goes all the way out to the inner corners of your mouth. Be sure to press down hard as you apply.

Always start with a base shadow without any shimmer that matches the lightest skin tone on your face and apply all over your lid up to the brow. You should use this base shadow to make sure the darker shadows used on your lid up to the crease are properly blended.

Instead of looking straight ahead at the mirror, get as close to it as possible, stick your head up and bring your chin toward the mirror. You want to look down as you apply, starting at the inner corner and making sure to go all the way out to the fold on the outside of the eye.

You don't want to do quick soft motions when you apply mascara. Instead, jam the wand into the root of the lash and do zigzag motions as you go up.


GO WORK WITH WHAT YOU’VE GOT

EMM 2014 Models

EMM-MODEL Aphiwe Xinwa

EMM-MODEL Meander Mbandiwa

EMM-MODEL Candis Sibeko

THE MARKHAM MENSWEAR MODULE 2014

THE MARKHAM MENSWEAR MODULE 2014

After eight weeks of illustrating, designing, pattern drafting and constructing, the 2nd year students presented outstanding menswear collections to an open-air deck full of industry guests and friends, in the heart of the Mother City, Cape Town.
This past term, Markham presentatives briefed the 2nd year students on four major trends that their stores are following for Spring Summer 2014, which formed the foundation of their designs. The 2nd year students were divided into five groups and each of those groups explored one trend in the design phase before creating a capsule collection.

Live performance by Mark and Gareth Haze (Image by Jason Hardaker)

The collections required that each student should design and create one look made up of three pieces: a top, jeans and an over-garment. A few of the groups chose to create their own textile prints and all of them were required to manipulate the denim used for their jeans as part of the Textiles Technology syllabus. Each student also hand crafted an accessory to complement their pieces.

As additional runway entertainment, the students presented their Markham Leisure Suits – avant-garde suits inspired by the concept of leisurewear. This exciting assignment meant that students got to experiment with various knitting and knotting techniques to create eye catching and interesting wearable art pieces.

The runway on the Events Deck at FEDISA (Image by Jason Hardaker)

While the Markham judges deliberated, Mark Haze, popular musician and Idols runner-up, together with his brother, Gareth Haze, entertained the audience while onlookers basked in the noonday sun. The duo also showed off their style, as they were dressed and styled by Markham.

Breaths were held as the winners were announced: first place went to Catherine McIntosh, second to Dominique Leroux and third to Melisha Botha. The judges unanimously agreed that all three winners looks demonstrated an understanding of the brief, exceptional craftsmanship, finished off with good styling. The winners are currently enjoying a week of internship at Markham, and were awarded with vouchers to spend at any of the brands that fall under The Foschini Group. Overall winner, Catherine McIntosh, also received a contribution towards her studies for third year.

Individual look created by FEDISA second year students (Image by Jason Hardaker)

Check out the fantastic Markham Menswear FEDISA Fashion Flash album on our Facebook page.
First image: Winners of the Markham Menswear Module 2014 (Image by Megan Davies)

Miss Durban Township Beauty Pageant 2013

To enterfor Miss Durban Township Beauty Pageant log on to : www.dtbp-organization.wozaonline.co.za

All forms and instructions will be found on this site.

NEW EMM MODELS SIGNED

EMM has signed few models to join the EMM-Family which are as folllows:

Glamour model Thuli Dlamini-

Model Ntokozo Zuma-

Model Ladyfair Kunene-

There is also other pending model contracts of the following Models:

Model Aphiwo Mtaka-

Model Chloe Chante Colbeck-

Model Anele Bhengu-

Nigerian Supermodel Oluchi Brings “Next Top Model” to Africa

Posted on Saturday, April 27th, 2013 at 3:19 PM
By Onos O

The great news hit the web last night, when CBS Studios International announced that the African format rights for hit reality TV show competition, ‘America’s Next Top Model’ had been given to Nigerian supermodel Oluchi’s production company, LuLu Productions.

Nigerian Supermodel Oluchi Orlandi Brings “Next Top Model” To Africa

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Nigerian supermodel Oluchi Orlandi is set to host Africa’s version of hit reality TV show competition, ‘America’s Next Top Model’ by Tyra Banks.

According to CBS Corporation, CBS Studios International has licensed the African format rights for the reality competition series AMERICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL to New York-based LuLu Productions. AFRICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL will be produced by Lulu Productions along with Never Machine Productions and will air pan-regionally throughout Africa in 2013 on MNET Africa Magic channels. Nigerian supermodel Oluchi Orlandi will serve as Executive Producer and Host.

According to Worldscreen, it is reported that the Reality show competition series is slated to hit screens this 2013 and air pan-regionally in Africa on the M-NET Africa Magic channels. The show will be shot primarily on location in South Africa, with Oluchi Orlandi serving as the show’s host and executive producer. Here’s what she had to say:

“I am excited to be hosting Africa’s Next Top Model and it is great to be part of the successful America’s Next Top Model franchise that Tyra Banks created and has hosted for an impressive 20 cycles thus far in the U.S. The African version of the franchise is long overdue and I expect the show to be a smashing success across the continent. My company, LuLu Productions, will be partnering with Never Machine productions with Gavin Wratten as co-executive producer and also one of the giant media houses to help make this show a big success.” – Oluchi Orlandi

“AFRICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL” TO STRUT THE RUNWAY IN 2013

Published on: 04/26/2013   |   All 2013 Press Releases

 

Supermodel Oluchi Orlandi to Host African Franchise of Hit Model Search Reality Series

Los Angeles, Calif. – April 26, 2013 – CBS Studios International has licensed the African format rights for the reality competition series AMERICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL to New York-based LuLu Productions. AFRICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL will be produced by Lulu Productions along with Never Machine Productions and will air pan-regionally throughout Africa in 2013 on MNET Africa Magic channels. Nigerian supermodel Oluchi Orlandi will serve as Executive Producer and Host.

AFRICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL will begin production in August in Cape Town and the English-language series will be shot primarily on location in South Africa and sponsored by South African Tourism. Aspiring models will be selected from casting calls in eight countries throughout Africa, including Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, Angola and Tanzania.

AFRICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL Host and Executive Producer Oluchi Orlandi is an internationally renowned supermodel who has graced the covers of Elle magazine and Italian Vogue, and has been featured in Victoria’s Secret, Sports Illustrated and countless fashion and beauty magazines, ad campaigns and runway shows worldwide. She was discovered at the age of 17 when she won M-Net’s “Face of Africa” modeling competition.

“AFRICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL is sure to be an entertaining celebration of the great beauty, fashion and unique stories of aspiring models from across the African continent,” said Roxanne Pompa, Vice President of International Formats Sales and Production, CBS Studios International. “This is a testament to the universal popularity of the ever-growing AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL franchise.”

“I am excited to be hosting AFRICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL and it is great to be part of the successful AMERICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL franchise that Tyra Banks created and has hosted for an impressive 20 cycles thus far in the U.S.,” said Oluchi. “The African version of the franchise is long overdue and I expect the show to be a smashing success across the continent. My company, LuLu Productions, will be partnering with Never Machine productions with Gavin Wratten as Co-Executive Producer and also one of the giant media houses to help make this show a big success."

Thulani Nzima, Chief Executive Officer of South African Tourism, said, “South Africa is proud and delighted to be the host destination of AFRICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL. We welcome the AFRICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL contestants, crew and eager African viewers to South Africa. We know they are going to enjoy the breathtaking beauty of our land, the warmth of our welcoming people who call it home, the sophistication and capability of our cities and the abundance of beautiful experiences that await them in South Africa. We wish them a memorable visit!”

About the “America’s Next Top Model” Format:

AMERICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL is produced by 10 by 10 Entertainment in association with The Tyra Banks Company.  The executive producers are Ken Mok (“Making the Band”), Tyra Banks and Laura Fuest Silva. The series was created by Tyra Banks and developed by Mok and Kenya Barris. Tyra Banks also hosts the series, which will soon begin airing its 20^th cycle in the United States. Currently, AMERICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL is under license in over 100 markets around the world and has 20 international versions in production. AMERICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL and the AMERICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL format are licensed internationally by CBS Studios International

2013 fashion theme for Durban July Handicap

 

POSH? OH MY GOSH!

It’s classy this year so mind your P’s and Q’s,
To give you direction, here are a few clues.

Have a look at Ascot, so proper so right,
A touch of class, a couturier’s delight.
It’s the look and feel we’re talking about,
So refined, quite grand without a doubt.

At Longchamp the French do it with flair,
Understated elegance in their finery fair.
The Melbourne Cup is one special day,
Even the Aussies sport the fashion way.

So what’s Durban to do to make this unfold?
Tasteful, chic style, the story be told.
Year twenty thirteen is lucky for most,
Raise the fashion bar on KZN’s east coast.

A modern interpretation of days gone bye,
Fair ladies, fine gentlemen will catch the eye.
A final clue if you’re still in doubt,
It’s posh, posh, posh we’re talking about.

The Vodacom Durban July
Africa’s Greatest Horseracing Event

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

How are the Invited Designers selected?

We invite 8 designers who have established businesses or brands. Preferably, they must have shown on other major events such as SA Fashion Week, Jhb Fashion Week, CT Fashion Week etc. This is not a platform for designers who want to launch themselves or a brand, it is for those with a good fashion history, established studios and where possible, retail outlets. An established national, media profile is very important. The above criteria must be current. We invite 2 designers from Johannesburg and 6 from Durban, in an effort to give as many Durban designers the opportunity to show, we never show a Durban designer in 2 consecutive years. Please bear in mind, this also does not mean that you will automatically be invited to show every second year!If I’m an established designer, how can I put myself forward for consideration?

Email the Fashion Programme Director your bio and a media kit at fashion@vodacomdurbanjuly.co.za .When are the Invited Designers confirmed?

Usually by the end of March, a final list will appear on our official Face Book page and on this website. What is required from an Invited Designer and do they compete?

They are required to design a range of 3 looks – a showstopper and a raceday ensemble for a man and a woman, specifically to the theme. The range may only be shown first at the Vodacom Durban July Showcase and on raceday. Invited Designers do not compete.What is the Vodacom Durban July Fashion Challenge, who can enter and how does one enter?

It is a pre raceday fashion competition open to any aspiring or established designer who is not currently studying fashion in KZN. It is open to all design students, aspiring and established designers outside of KZN. If you are interested you will be required to submit a storyboard entry with your themed, raceday design. A full and detailed brief and entry form will be available on this website from 15/04/2013.What is the Vodacom Durban July Young Designer Award, who can enter and how does one enter?

It is a pre raceday fashion competition open to final year fashion students, studying with accredited colleges or universities. You may only enter through your college or university and will be required to design and make a themed, raceday ensemble for judging purposes. A detailed brief will be available on this website by 15/03/2013, if you are interested in entering, please ask your lecturer or HOD to contact fashion@vodacomdurbanjuly.co.za . What is the judging criteria for all the fashion competitions, include the raceday on track competitions?

We ask judges to look at the following:• Does the design encompasses the spirit of the Vodacom Durban July and raceday?

• Is the design interesting, clever, fashion forward and theme driven?
• Fit, finish, quality?
• Has the outfit been styled properly?
• Does the design have a visual impact?
• Does the designer show obvious design talent?
• Attention to detail?
• Has the designer been clever in the interpretation of the theme and brief?
Has the designer selected the correct fabric, trim etc to work with?
Deliberation between judges also plays a role in selecting finalists and winners.Who judges the fashion competitions, how are judges selected?

Judges are selected based on their knowledge of fashion and the event. They are very often designers, fashion journalists, fashion lecturers, fashion producers and celebrities who are considered stylish and fashionable. There are always 5 judges on each judging panel to ensure that a clear winner is always found. Please bear in mind that the judges’ decision is final and no correspondence will be enter into regards winners.When and where are the fashion events held, can anyone attend?

All pre raceday fashion events are held in the Champions Room at Greyville Race Course and are open to the public as follows:

• 14/06 Vodacom Durban July Fashion Experience and the selection of The Young Designer Award finalists – entry is free, doors open at 18h00, the show starts at 18h30
• 19/06 Vodacom Durban July Showcase and Cheese and Wine – tickets can be purchased from Gold Circle, call Bhavna on 031 3141645, bookings open from 1/05
• 21/06 Vodacom Durban July Showcase and Dinner - tickets can be purchased from Gold Circle, call Bhavna on 031 3141645, bookings open from 1/05 What is the Vodacom Durban July Fashion Experience?

It is a show that features 30 Young Designer Award semi finalists, where the 10 finalist are selected. It also features the work of 5 well known guest designers.
What is the Vodacom Durban July Showcase?

It is a show that feature the 10 Young Designer Award finalists, the 10 national Fashion Challenge finalists and the 8 Invited Designers. Are models provided for all the fashion competitions?

Models are provided for the Vodacom Designer Showcase and raceday. Should you wish to enter the on-track fashion competitions, you will need to provide your own model. However, models are not taken into consideration when we select our winners.If I want to model in any of the shows, how do I go about it?

The event will only work with established model agencies, who are given a written brief and have to submit zcards to the producer. All models booked are experienced, women are 1.73 – 1.81 and men are 1.83 – 1.91. The Invited Designers and The Fashion Challenge finalists select the models they wish to use. Your agency needs to contact fashion@vodacomdurbanjuly.co.za  should they wish to submit material for consideration. All models must be local, as the event will not pay for any travel expenses.How do I interpret this year’s theme “Posh? Oh My Gosh!”?

It is a very elegant, chic, stylish and classical theme, stay away from anything that is too theatrical or Avant Garde. We suggest researching other great racing events such as Ascot, Longchamp and The Melbourne Cup and upcoming fashion trends. Judges will be looking for garments that are on trend and beautifully executed, fit, quality and finish are very important. Consider all aspects of your look, the hat, accessories, shoes and overall grooming. You are designing or dressing for a raceday, not an evening event, please keep this in mind.