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Monday, 27 May 2013

Afro Hair and Beauty Live 2013 - The Low down

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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">For those of you living under a rock, the <a href="http://www.afrohairshow.com/">Afro Hair and Beauty Live</a> happened over the weekend. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The event took place at the Islington Business Design Centre in London and was filled with </span><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">hairstyle demonstrations, fashion shows, makeovers and live entertainment.  </span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Most hair care brands targeting of women of colour all over the globe attended this years event. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">My best friend and I had a great time at the event, </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large; line-height: 15px; text-align: center;">so I thought i'd share my day with you all.</span><br />
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<span style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">My best friend and I were greeted by this lovely promotional lady who gave us some free samples of Moroccan Argan Oil conditioner. We both can't wait to try it.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We were then approached by this beautiful model. Her  hair and make-up were done by the Josh Hair and Beauty Salon team </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> We got speaking to this adorable couple who have recently launched <a href="http://ophirhair.com/">Ophir Hair</a>. Its a UK based brand and its definitely worth checking out their website.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I entered the <a href="http://www.ohtv.co.uk/">OH TV</a> compettion to win a box set... I hope i win!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> We had a little break to recharge our batteries and watched the Barber competition </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We got speaking to the General Manager for <a href="http://www.sleek.co.uk/">Sleek Hair</a> who mentioned 2 new Brazilian and Peruvian  hair products Virgin Gold and Remy Couture , the brand just launched at the event.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We met the lovely Kimberley, who is one of the founders of the hair care brand <a href="http://www.mixedchicks.net/">Mixed Chicks,</a> helping people of dual heritage care for their hair.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Mixed Chicks also sell these adorable <a href="http://www.mixedchicks.net/mixed-chicks-rock.html">dolls</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Cosmetic brand, <a href="http://www.kcouk.com/">Kco</a> UK were in the building -  They do this cute eyebrow set with a eye brow stencil.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We discovered a new make-up brand from Holland called, <a href="http://www.jouvertcosmetics.com/">Jouvert</a> and they do this BAD ASS "Drama Lash" <a href="http://www.jouvertcosmetics.com/eyes/dramaLashMascara.html">mascara</a> -  i need to get one!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.rya-v.com/">Rya - V</a> Jewellery was like a candy shop, my best friend and I fell in love with everything she was selling!</span></div>
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Afro Hair and Beauty Live 2013 - The Low down

Afro Hair and Beauty Live -Day 1 For those of you living under a rock, the Afro Hair and Beauty Live happened over the weekend. T...

Tuesday, 21 May 2013

Fashion Designer to watch: Ade Bakare

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Tuesday, 14 May 2013

Melody Ehsani Vs Binghis Boutique

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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">There is nothing better then discovering new talent! I came across the super talented jewellery designer M<a href="http://www.melodyehsani.com/shop/queen-of-the-jungle-small/">elody Ashan</a>i on Twitter a few months ago. Loads of celebs such as Rihanna  have been rocking her jewellery"Queen of the Jungle " accessories ( pictured below). </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Its definitely worth checking out both <a href="https://www.melodyehsani.com/">Melody Eshani</a> and <a href="https://marketplace.asos.com/seller/binghis-boutique">Binghis Boutique</a>  jewellery collections</span></div>
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Looking for a new hairstyle -<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"> Are you sick and tired of your current hairstyle? There will be so many ladies with incredible hairstyles, if your looking for some inspiration, this is definitely the place to be.</span></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Discover emerging talent -<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"> There is nothing better than discovering new talent and if you've never heard of fashion label's such as <a href="https://marketplace.asos.com/seller/binghis-boutique">Binghi’s Boutique</a>, you need to get down to the show to see her jewellery collection. Its off the HOOK!!</span></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Kick Ass Fashion Show - </b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><a href="http://jodibarima.com/home.html">JJ Rocks Consultancy</a> will also be hosting an impeccable fashion show and pop-up boutique, with an eclectic mix of designers.</span></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Workshops and Demonstrations - T<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">his will be the perfect opportunity to ask the experts the questions you've always wanted to. There will be a series of seminars and workshops delivered by hair care giants such as <a href="http://www.noireessence.com/">Noire Essence</a>,  explaining how to care for your hair and  how to use their products correctly. </span></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After Party -  <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">After a day of shopping and exploring great hair products, </span>t<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">here is nothing better then going out with the girls. There are bound to be loads of after parties happening over the two days. </span></span></li>
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