“International acclaimed modeling competition – Elite Model Look which takes place in over 80 different countries is back, bigger and better for its 2012 edition. The prestigious competition has tremendously accelerated the careers of many aspiring and upcoming talents to become International top models and this edition will not be[...]
REGISTER NOW: Catwalk Collective Academy 2012
Brookstone International in conjunction with Catwalk Productions and Iwà presents ‘Catwalk Collective Academy.’ A 6 week intensive practical workshop on fashion and modelling for models, upcoming models, beauty pageant contestants, and those interested in fashion. Understand the rudiments of strutting the ramp, catwalking & poise as a beauty queen, learn[...]
Where are all the Plus-Size Models in Nigeria?
I have always wondered why there are only a few plus-size models in Nigeria’s modeling industry. Nigeria is in West Africa and the definition of beauty greatly differs from that in Western nations, so why does the modeling industry not reflect the society it is situated in? Before I go[...]
Aimas Fashion Label by Tayo Shonekan
Just when you think you’ve seen it all, then the next item on the collection awes you even more! I speak of Aimas fashion label! Aimas takes conventional ‘tees’ and sasses it up with a colorful and creative designs while staying true to our signature African influence. The result is[...]
How to Model: Runway Tips – Grunge Walk, Head Pivot Turns, Full Turns
So you wanna be a runway model huh? It is not as easy as it looks. Watch the video clips below and learn how to strut the runway with tips on grunge walk, head pivot turns, arms and full turns
Nigerian Model Profile: Emmanuel Ikoro
Mostly UK based Nigerian model Emmanuel Ikoro has worked with design brands like Adidas, Zara, New Look, Fly Force, Down Wit It, Jah-Dean Clothing based in London and Netbu. Ikoro, in 2009, participated in a competition called Talent ’09 organized by Aspire4u sponsored by MTV, among others; he won ‘Best[...]
Modeling: Making the Cover of a Magazine
EVERY model would love to be on the cover of a magazine. It is the icing on a model’s career and portfolio. For a while now, models have been replaced by celebrities who are now typically the choice for covers. However, there is still a chance, especially in Nigeria’s modeling[...]
Modeling: Print Work- Catalogs and Editorials
It is typical for many model hopefuls to dream of strutting down the runway to huge applauses and fan fare. Following closely is the dream to be in every magazine possible, worldwide. If you are one of those hopefuls, you probably should begin to understand certain aspects of the modeling[...]
Wanna be Nigeria's Next Supermodel 2010/11?
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Elite Model Search Nigeria 2010 -Auditions on July 10th, 2010
The search has begun to find the next Elite Supermodel… Elite model Management is organizing a nationwide search in Nigeria. It is an essential platform of scouting for Elite’s 37 worldwide agencies. The elite model look competition gives the agencies’ managers the opportunity to evaluate their contestants and give them[...]
Nigeria International Fashion Week, April 26th-30th, 2010
With a website that can only spell, “Nigeria Fashion Industry Open for Serious Business,” Nigeria International Fashion Week 2010 prepares for its inaugural launch with a line up of the country’s most creative fashion designers, “to project authentic Nigerian designs to the world.” NIFW organizers explain, the “goal of the[...]
Runway 2010 Walk & Fashion for Peace by Linda Ikeji
Ex-model, Entrepreneur & blogger extraordinaire Linda Ikeji is organizing Runway 2010-Walk & Fashion for Peace Event. The event is produced by Linda Ikeji’s BlackDove Communications.
Top Model of Colour Nigeria 2010 Competition
INTRODUCTION TMC is an exclusive franchise event organized by Mahogany Productions and has franchises in the United Kingdom, Gambia and Holland. The brand is well established and is now in its fifth year in the United Kingdom. It has grown to be the No 1 modelling competition for male and[...]
NNSM Founder Joan Okorodudu Seeks ₦100Million in Facebook Defamation Lawsuit Against Model
It is not everyday celebrities in Nigeria sue for defamation. In fact, it is a rare occurence, espeically in Nigeria’s relatively infant fashion industry. Nevertheless, Joan Okorodudu owner of Nigeria’s Next Supermodel (NNSM) bucks the trend with a defamation lawsuit seeking ₦100Million for alleged defamation of her character/ reputation by former NNSM model Marcia[...]