Fashion

1.   FACIAL SKIN TRICKS: SQUEEZED LIME/GRATED CARROTS. Apply squeezed lime with a clean towel to your face for about 5mins and then scrub with the grated carrots for about 15mins and viola! You will be amazed by the transformation

2.  BROWS TRICKS: THE BROWN PENCIL/BROWN MASCARA/BROWN MATED SHADOW SHADES. Before attempting to shave/shape your brows place dotted marks along the aclong the line and arch of your brows in order to preserve the natural arch. use the brown mascara to brush/flush your brows then shade/shave it with the brown pencil before lightly  applying the mated shadow on for that perfect brows you have been dying to have.

3.   EYE SHADOW TRICKS: KNOW THY LIDS AND USE NEUTRAL COLOURS WITH A TOUCH OF PRIMARY COLOUR IN DAYTIME HOURS.for the small /tilted/slanted eyelids female its vital to stick to few different shadow shade at the maximum three(3) but for the the sisters blessed with the prominent eyes/lids you sure can go for as many shades as you want for your eyes are your attention getters as long as you blend shades  and shadows well.

4.   EYE LASHES TRICKS: FOR THE NATURAL LASHES COAT AT LEAST TWO/THREE TIMES WHILE FOR THE THE SYNTHETIC AS MANY COATS AS POSSIBLE. Make sure after a coating you wait a while for it to dry before applying another coat or else you will end up with cloated heavy looking weird lashes be it natural or otherwise.

5.   EYES TRICKS: FOR THE SMOKING/BROODY/WIDE EYES LOOK THE TRICK LIES IN THE APPLICATION OF THE EYELINERS. using the mated eye shadows as an eyeline will get you that smoing, broody/sexy look especially the black shadow. Another options is to get soft eyeliners in different primary colours of blue/green/purple and black for they are a perfect frame to bring out the brown/black irises common in Africa.

6.  CHEEKBONE HIGHLIGHTS TRICKS: SMILE WIDLY SO AS TO CLEARLY DEFINE YOUR CHEEBONES BEFORE APPLYING BLUSHERS AND BRONZERS. most importantly always apply another layer of transculent power to your face after apply your blushers/bronzer for the purpoase of the blusher is ateese of the sense when you smile so its not suppose to be bold or obvious at frist glance. Stict to blush colours of blush pink, pale gold and peach.

7.   LIPS TRICKS: NEVER LET A MONTH PAST BEFORE EXFLIOLATING YOUR LIPS AND CHOOSE THE RIGHT SHADE OF LIPSTICKS/LIPS LINNER TO COMPLEMENT YOUR SKIN. Stick to bold light colours of pink, peach and champagne ice bronze gold lipsticks. Since we are dark coloured its safer to stick to plum, rubywine and pink liplinners.

8.  FOUNDATION TRICKS: ITS VITAL TO KNOW THY FOUNDATION SHADE AND PLEASE APPLY WITH FINGER TIPS FOR A PERFECT FINISH. Invest in quality makeup and choose those makeups line specifically made for dark skinned or black women.

9. SUPERIOR/TRANCLUSENT MINERAL POWER: FOR THE PERFECT FINISH APPLY WITH A BRUSH. Invest in quality brush sets if you really want a flawless made up face.

10. MAKEUP  PURSE TRICKS:ENSURE YOU BUY QUALITY MAKE UP PURSE WITH LOTS OF COMPARTMENTS AND PENCIL HOLDERS.

IN fashion terms, Hats are very noticeable accessories because the on looker's attention is first drawn to the face. The Hat is the most noticeable fashion item anyone can wear but was formerly seen as part of the dress code for the elderly. Just recently, it has now become fashion trend for most ladies and no matter the occasion, you will be sure to find the right Hat for you not being limited to one style or colour because there are thousands of sizes and styles to choose from. It can be worn for special occasions, but keeping up the latest trend may be a struggle which is the reason why you have to find out the ones in vogue before you purchase them because as some come in vogue, others go out of vogue.

NATURAL face and skin solutions that are homemade sometimes save you stress and prevents you from wasting money on artificial beauty treatments. Below are some fruits that would make you achieve that wonderful skin you dream about all day.

ALOE VERA
Aloe Vera is a plant that is green in colour has a very bitter taste to the mouth but also helps in skin cleaning it works a great deal when you mix it up with botanical oil. it eliminates spots heals sunburn and promotes a glowing skin and complexion, aloe vera is a very good source of bitters it keeps away fungi from our inner body so as not to result in the production of excess oil which causes pimples and acnes.

SINCE she left the masked one Lagbaja, many have been asking where Ego, the sonorous lead vocalist was. Since becoming a GLO Ambassador, Ego was just seen during events involving the telecomm giants. What many did not know is that when she decided to leave the band in 2007 to pursue her solo career, she hooked up with Cobhams Asuquo to produce her debut album. She has been working in Cobhams Asuquo Music Company (CAMP) and is about to release what will be the bomb. And to show that she is planning to make her solo comeback very grand, one of her released music videos, Fall In Love, shot in a location in Brookly, New York and directed by fast rising Kemi Adetiba shows Ego is back.

Are you a fashion designer that would like to host a fashion show in the US? If your answer is yes then strap up your seat belt and gets your designs ready as Family As One, a U.S charity organization based in Virginia, in the USA gets set to get the best designs for a fashion show in the US soon. Rena Snell Busari, founder of the charity made this known to Trend'tainment recently that they want to use that medium to raise funds for the NGO which aims at reuniting families that are torn apart all over the world especially from Africa. “We are aiming at helping, advising and networking with organizations and individuals in order to assist persons trying to get re-united with their family members that are abroad.

You have been on all those working outfits for days now and wanna step in something more cool this weekend. Why don't you try some of those fancy tops on a pair of faded jeans or try those trousers over some low neck shirt and get your sun glasses on. Baby, your groove just got started. Go casual this weekend.

One crazy fashion trend that has taken over the Nigerian and world undie's industry is the G-Strings. These days, the sight of the hanging inner wear   stringing up the bums of ladies is becoming a norm in the society as just a few still wear full undies. G-string, the new fashion craze in town, are open panties that bare all, and with strings at the back and sides. While some wear it so that no visible panty lines can make their outfit look odd, others see it as a sex appeal.

Hi, many kind of skinny ties have been on the scene for some time and they will be sticking around for quite a Bit longer, we saw them at the Oscars and the Golden globes And countless runways both Local and international, and Also on the hippest guys on the street, they may be challenging to wear but they have distinctive look that makes them a favourite. A tiny bit chic and geek, skinny ties have an attitude that's all their own.
Take a look at some of the skinny ties that are being worn to event today plus other trends that Have been selected for you today, even with a bit of vintage.

An NGO known as World Mission Race International (WMR), and Industrial Training Fund (ITF), has embarked on the Rehabilitation of One thousand Youths in Ogoni land of River state in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria.W.M.R has deemed it fit to embark on this program as a result of the incessant crisis created in our society by the said youths of the region. This is not to say that the W.M.R, is unaware of the Federal and State Government effort on the rehabilitation program currently going on, but the organization is said to bust this effort by employing a more suitable and lasting solution to youth restiveness in the region.According to the President of the World Mission Race, Mr. Febeke Douglas Deeka, “There is no gain saying the fact that the cause of youths restiveness in the region is as a result of lack of basic infrastructure in a region which is suppose to be the envy of all States as a result of its rich oil resources where the country derives its income in running the economy.”

Hi, hope we had a whole week of style, we noticed that a lot of People struggle with the kind of outfit to wear for an interview.
It can be challenging because that's the day you wish to make a good impression on the boss. This calls for the need to have the  perfect interview clothes. Any western formal wear will not be suitable for the day. You need to match everything and a good combination of your suit and shoes.

1. Thou must know the shape and structure of your face -; the shape of your face often times determines the kind of hairstyles that would showcase your face to the best possible angle.

Hi, this Season is one of Style and beauty.  As a stylish person, you should go after stuff that reflects your Style. Don't get too fascinated by celebrities and their styles instead take a pause and choose outfits that will make you look trendy and you will be surprised how little blend in styles can make you appear fabulous.  It's that time of the year when we start making plans on going on vacations, the good thing about vacationing is it soothes your soul, relaxes your brain and makes you meet new interesting people.   A lot of Nigerians are tied up doing 24/7 jobs without time to go adventuring. My advice; take a break and burn out the stress.

Hi,
We're sure leaping ahead in our weekly edition of Fashion Trend. I hope you're picking up stuff in those glamorous events we package here? Ok!
The African Fashion Week in New York was simply terrific. It was another time for Africa. Just imagine a Clarence sexily donned up in 'adire'.
Thumbs-up for Bebe Graffiti, Kosibah, Frank Oshodi, Fabulous Finger, and other designers that flaunted the beauty of Africa at the show.
It was their show  all the way from the catwalk to the exhibition, and networking.
Now. What's hot? Check it out, folks.
Yours,
Ronke.

MANY businesses allow somewhat casual attire at least once a week, but dress codes vary. Some businesses are stricter than others. Some businesses allow employees to wear jeans and some don't. Here are some guidelines for dressing business casual, which is a notch below business formal.Before you go casual, check your daily planner to make sure you don't have any meetings that require formal business attire. Select clean, ironed and wrinkle-free clothes. Your outfit should communicate professionalism. Wear a collared shirt with an undershirt.

Hello folks,
It has been a whole week of style, just one touch of the push button and you'll feel it. The unique, confident and always in control purpose! And that's not the only reason to flaunt your latest suit. You should complete the look with the latest shoes for men and female. Like the saying goes, ''you got it you flaunt it'' be inspired by our luxury fashion pages, from the best kind of office suits for both the male and female, and the kind of shirt that can go with almost anything, down to the CEO'S to a regular working class, plus how to wear your suit to create different sizzling looks. See a section of our favourite accessories. Not to forget our usual on what's hot!! And not!! And finally our Secret beauty tip for the week.

TOP of the day to everyone out there. For this week, I'll be revealing some cunning
combination of timeless traditional edge fashion for this season and greatly reserved for the  cultured, stylish and fashionable person. We start with models from our own very prestigious Africa who participated in the Africa Fashion Week in Johannesburg. These beauties dazzled the runway on designs from Deola Sagoe, David Tale and other African designers and it was simply splendid. Taking you down the roller-coaster of choosing the best of accessories that would stand you out anywhere and also, check out this edition that captures style enhancers from traditional outfits down to lovely accessories to selecting the right footwear.
Just sit back and strap on your Trendy seat belt as I take your through a ride that will be hot and classy. Take this ride with me as you.
Trendily yours,
Ronke!

1. The most flattering nail shape is not long or short or square, it's "squoval" -- not quite square and not quite oval. Get the look Yourself by filing nails into a shape that mirrors the curve of your Nail base. Square tips can make fingers look chubby.
2. To ensure your nails are the same length after filing, line each Nail up with its counterpart.
3. Don't shake the nail polish bottle, instead roll it between your Palms. This mixes the polish without causing air bubbles.
4. Before polishing clean nails, soak a cotton ball in nail polish Remover and swipe across nails. This will remove any excess oils or Soap than can cause peeling once polish is applied.

SANDALS are outdoors footwear and should be worn in warmer climates in order to keep the cool and dry, the chances of developing athlete's foot is lower than with enclosed shoes and wearing of sandals may be the treatment regimen for such an infection.

DO
1) - Make sure you have one outfit that you know you'll feel good in- even on ''fat days''
2)  For heavy legs go below the bottom of your calf.
3)  Try some new outfit you have been avoiding for so long.
4) hold on to a few of your favourite outdated pieces, you never know (vintage)

DON'T
1) wear really casual short or beach sandals on ''dress down'' Fridays
2) Mix two seasons in one outfit.
3) Force yourself to wear something for somebody else.
4) As an adult, do not dress like a teenager.

WAR crimes prosecutors in The Hague say supermodel Naomi Campbell should be subpoenaed to testify at the trial of Liberia's ex-President Charles Taylor. They say Ms Campbell "was given rough diamonds" by Mr Taylor in 1997 at Nelson Mandela's house in South Africa.

Mr. Taylor is accused of using "blood diamonds" to fuel an insurgency in Sierra Leone that cost tens of thousands of lives. Ms Campbell's testimony is necessary as there is evidence that Ms Campbell was given rough diamonds by the accused (Mr. Taylor) in September 1997," said a prosecution motion filed with the Special Court for Sierra Leone. Mr. Taylor is accused of selling diamonds and buying weapons for Sierra Leone's Revolutionary United Front (RUF) rebels, who were notorious for hacking off the hands and legs of civilians during the brutal 1991-2001 civil war.

* Why I share out shoes to the less privileged — Mona Purdy (American Founder of Share Your Soles NGO)
It took just a visit to a third world country where she went to  help do some fundraising and a sight she saw moved her out from being a celebrity hairdresser to becoming an Angel of sort to millions of children and people around the world who have benefitted from her NGO, Share Your Sole which distributes shoes free of charge to people around the world. MONA PURDY is not just a pretty lady with a beautiful heart from Chicago, she is your everyday buddy that really enjoys touching the life of the next person. She spoke to AHAOMA KANU in this chat on her last visit to Nigeria.