Fashion & Beauty
Men of Vision: Mr Hudson: Oh So Fly
The Golden Age of Hollywood glamour and style sometimes seems like a fairy tale in a far away land. Here Mr Hudson, D Boy, Lethal B, Reggie Yates and Griminal bring that era of elegance and enchantment back with a modern twist.The Golden Age of Hollywood glamour and style sometimes seems like a fairy tale in a far away...
Reggie Yates, talks sexy specs, Trinity and getting the masses moonwalking.
Reggie is one of those presenters that you would like to invite to Sunday lunch. He’s warm, funny and easy on the eye, plus you feel like you have known him forever. He’s rocking a very stylish pair of specs as he settles down to let us in on a few secrets. Is this a new look?“Nah, my eyes...
Win tickets to Apple Bottoms VIP fashion event
Alexandra Burke, and Tulisa from N-Dubz are just a few of the celebrities that can be seen wearing rap superstar Nelly’s women clothing brand Apple Bottoms. With their bright styles and intricate designs Apple Bottoms caters for the feisty, but devoted fashion conscious lady who is blessed with a sexy figure.To celebrate the launch of Apple Bottoms AW10 collection...
Olu Johnson: Get Hench T-Shirts
Olu Johnson, 26, has made getting buff even sexier by creating the cheeky fitted tee’s emblazoned with “Get Hench or Die Trying”. He comes to the interview with the infamous slogan on his chest. With the positioning of a rather hench physique and a big old dose of charisma from Mr Johnson and so we begin ….How did you...
The Fashion Interview: Maame Baryeh
Flavour hails the multi-tasking business woman and designer Maame Baryeh.From your debut collection to the latest, how do you feel you have grown as a designer? I think I quite literally have been on a journey of self discovery. I think I have grown in confidence in terms of defining my design style and also knowing that I have a...
Lethal B’s got swagger & style
Lethal B tells us all about swaggizzle style, his rowdy O2 Academy tour and how he is giving back to the ladiesSo today you’re rocking this whole old Hollywood look, have you worn anything like this before? Yeah, I have done for the MOBOs. I’m not afraid to take it somewhere else.What’s you’re typical look? I’m a t shirt, jeans and...
Three’s a trend: Brown Dresses
Every week, Sarah Jane takes on a celebrity trend worn three ways, exclusively for FlavourCompiled by Sarah-Jane Adams
Win Tickets to the Clothes Show Live!
Clothes Show Live returns to Birmingham’s NEC, 4 - 9 December 2009, and will be kicking off the Christmas celebrations in true style as the world’s biggest fashion and beauty event - and this year you could be going for free!We are giving 5 lucky winners a pair of tickets to this years show! Join us for the ultimate girls’...
Threes a trend: Big shoulders
Every week, Sarah Jane takes on a celebrity trend worn three ways, exclusively for FlavourWords by Sarah-Jane Adams
DIY CAREERS
Once upon a time, the phrase ‘not enough experience’ or ‘under-qualified’ were more than just expressions that was all too familiar with young people in our society.Inexperience stemmed from the lack of opportunities available within organisations combined with the small number of chances presented because of cultural heritage or age.As a result, the age old question resurfaced, ‘how can...
Head to the East for a West fashion fix
The Old Truman Brewery presents the new place to be for Saturday shoppers: The Backyard Market.Located in the heart of East London, shoppers can now get away from the overcrowded high streets into the hidden world of the East London market stalls and boutiques.The centre of Fashion East saw the likes of Giles Deacon, Matthew Williamson and PPQ showcase...
Threes a trend: Plaits
Every week, Sarah Jane takes on a celebrity trend worn three ways, exclusively for FlavourWords by Sarah-Jane Adams
Sasha Shantel: Miss Flavour 2008 gives you an insight into her year as her reign comes to an end
I mentioned in my interview with Flavour Magazine in the “Trendsetters Issue” that I wasn’t intending on entering another modelling/beauty pageant. I always knew I had a unique look, yet I had not won any previous competitions before. Therefore, I was left asking whether Flavour Magazine and their annual beauty contest Miss Flavour would be any different.However, I soon...
The Hot Five – Wk 1
5) Diddy wants a wife No, its not the name of his new MTV show (although it has a nice ring too it). After Kim Porter left him in August, our favourite mogul has been flying solo. But now it’s reported that he is looking for the one. Can you dance like Diddy, can you manage that ego? Tall sexy...
Model Focus: Diane O’Sullivan
Model/singer Diane O’ Sullivan talks to Flavour after modelling for their Apple Bottoms cover shoot. Here the 25 year-old, Leo tells us a little bit more about herself.How did you break into the world of modelling? I was approached in Piccadilly Circus by a photographer Jens Lucking and his then girlfriend they said I had a good look and we...
Rhianna shows off her bad side
Rihanna decided to show off her bad girl side in the September 2009 issue of Vogue Italy. The sneak peak of the photos was published by Rihanna Daily.The pictures were taken last month right after Chris Brown was sentenced in his assault case against the pop star.http://www.youtube.com/v/n_--YKaA1go
Jade Jessop: Fashion interview & comp for Flavour readers
The up-and-coming fashion label Honor Gold has already made the right impression in the fashion industry. Drawing on style icons such as Vivienne Westwood and Chanel, this unique and original brand is definitely one to look out for. Without any formal design background Honor Gold creator Jade Jessop has already made waves in the industry, having been selected from...
Graduate Fashion week winner
Myrto Stamoum, a south west Greek native residing in Kent, has just won the River Island Gold Award of £20, 000 for her women’s wear design at Graduate Fashion Week. The 24 year-old is graduating from the UCA, Rochester having studied for BA in Fashion Design and is now the darling of the fashion world. Here she tells us...
Autumn Trends
Metallic, Metallic, Metallic! That is the trend for this autumn.There’s no escaping this seasons fusion looks; combining futurist metallic’s with 80s influences and feminine gothic chicNot always all at the same time, nevertheless taking playful aspectsHair; plenty of width using texture but not height, think hippy chic, waves and texture, futurist bobs, slick back hair linking into a long...
Model Focus: Carmen Leigh
As a newly established model Carmen has worked, 2 years running for the Urban Music Awards. Carmen has also been featured in videos for the likes of Goodfellaz, Megaman, Sway, Mr Midas and Donaeo. Here she talks one on one with Flavour about her career so far.How did you break into the world of modelling? I honestly don't think I...
Threes a trend: White Dress
Every week, Sarah Jane takes on a celebrity trend worn three ways, exclusively for Flavour.Words by Sarah-Jane Adams
Alesha Dixon crowned High Street Fashion Queen
British popstar Alesha Dixon was officially crowned High Street Fashion Queen and the first ambassador for High Street Fashion Week on Oxford Street, as voted for by 100,000 West End Shoppers. From 7-11 September High Street Fashion Week on Oxford Street sees retailers joining forces to celebrate the eclectic mix of trends and fashions that can only be found on...
Threes a trend: Sequins
Every week, Sarah Jane takes on a celebrity trend worn three ways, exclusively for Flavour.Words by Sarah-Jane Adams
Win £500 worth of Apple Bottoms clothing
Apple Bottoms is a clothing line that caters to trendsetting women of all shapes and sizes. Celebrating and liberating the natural curves of a woman’s body is Apple Bottoms’ supreme mission.This unique brand is the mastermind of multi-platinum superstar Nelly. He describes the intent behind the design by saying, ‘A woman should not try to fit the clothes; the...
Celebrity photo’s taken by RANKIN
World-renowned photographer RANKIN, offered performing artists and guest celebrities an intimate portrait session at this years Wireless Festival, sponsored by Barclaycard.Artists enjoyed one-on-one time with the world-class photographer in a unique pop-up studio, situated within the exclusive AAA access area – the Barclaycard Unwind Lounge.The Barclaycard Unwind Lounge offered the ultimate backstage inner sanctum for artists.RANKIN has created some...
Threes a trend: Grecian
Every week, Sarah Jane takes on a celebrity trend worn three ways, exclusively for Flavour.Words by Sarah-Jane Adams
Model Focus: Nina Malone
At only 26-years-old, model/actress Nina Malone has featured in a successful model reality series, travelled to places many of us can only imagine and is set to embark on a business venture of her own.How did you break into the world of modelling? Through a stage school in Cambridge, called BodyworkWhat clients have you worked with? Nike, Adidas, BMW, La Senza,...
Threes a trend: Hot Pink
Every week, Sarah Jane takes on a celebrity trend worn three ways, exclusively for Flavour.Words by Sarah-Jane Adams
Oxford Street launches the UK’s first High Street Fashion Week
This September the world’s most famous high street - Oxford Street - will host the UK’s first High Street Fashion Week. Designed to promote the diversity and affordability of high street fashion.While typically only the fashion elite experience the excitement of London Fashion Week. Oxford Street’s High Street Fashion Week will bring the buzz of fashion week to the...
Three’s a trend: Statement Chains
Every week, Sarah Jane takes on a celebrity trend worn three ways, exclusively for Flavour.Words by Sarah-Jane Adams