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FITNESS PROFESSIONALS SHARE THE KEYS TO THE PERFECT BEACH BODY
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hile we don’t actually have a ‘summer’ period and we experience tropical weather year round, the July-August vacation period is generally accepted as “beach season” in Trinidad. Schools and Universities are closed and the relaxed social climate just makes visits to any of our popular coastal spots feel right. However, right it may feel there is something that just feels wrong about hitting the sand and sea without a respectable beach body. By nature, everyone won’t be physical perfect. However, with consistent work and the right advice you can be on the way to your dream beach figure. Here, some of the country’s best fitness professionals share the keys to the perfect beach bod. Renowned husband and wife fitness pair Imran and Reshma Razac of Body by Imran Supplements & Nutrition shared some important insight on getting the perfect abs. No doubt, great abdominals are a prerequisite for a banging beach body. Reshma spoke of her love for the abdominal wheel before her husband/ trainer went into more detail about what is needed for achieving the finished product. “There are five major exercises that get you great results… Hanging abdominals, windscreen wipers, cable leg raises, the wheel and planks. The key is adding weight to you ab workout. Exercising without weight will give you a flatter stomach, but in order to get the muscles to protrude and really be defined takes the used of extra weight,” said Imran. He went on to state that no one abdominal exercise is perfect since the abdominal region is made up of different zones including the obliques which all need to be worked out equally. Imran also noted that the focus should more holistic and that he entire core should be strengthened. “If you have a weak lower back, you’ll have weaker abs and vice versa.” As such, he advised a con-
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Joshua Lee demonstrates a leg exercise
sistent whole core workout with the inclusion of a proper diet. Joshua Lee of Concierge Fitness Trinidad took the time to expound on getting the perfect legs. “For legs I like to incorporate a lot of explosive plyometric exercises and I try to pay attention to functionality ad practicality. Lee went on to single out some of his favourite exercises. “The most important leg exercise is the squat. There are several variations from squat jumps to split squats. I also like to incorporate a lot of hip thrusts which are also effective. For calves, I recommend calf-raises (either seated or standing) and these can be done on one leg as you build leg strength. This trainer also stressed the importance of proper nutrition saying that hydration is paramount to health and results. He said the average person should consume roughly eight 8-ounce glasses of water per day with more for more active people. Lee also said nutrient timing is integral to achieving the results needed. Several small meals stretched throughout the day works better than the old school method of consuming three meals per day. Feel free to check out cfitnesstt.com or look up Bodybyimran Supplements & nutrition on Facebook. The perfect beach body can be yours with the right guidance and commitment. www.amgtt.com •
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EXPERTS SPEAK ON SUMMER STYLE
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chool’s out and that means it’s time to hit the streets. However, nobody wants to be caught during the vacation period looking a hot mess. Indeed, all the precocious pedestrian traffic and the endless array of events during the ‘summer’ means people need to up their wardrobe game. ET&T spoke to some people with a firm grasp on fashion to find out what the latest trends are this season. A representative from chic women’s boutique Zadora Store told ET&T ladies will be looking to step out in a variety of styles this season. “Joggers, Body Jeans, Crop Tops and jumpers are popular choices. Of course, beachwear is also in demand. Bathing suits with pullovers are popular,” said the rep.
Maurice Bernard of popular men’s outfitter Thread ID also gave some insight into what guys are wearing this season. “A variety of joggers from acid wash to printed
and plain denim joggers are in style. A lot of men are also requesting floral shirts and tanks. Men’s short shorts are also big sellers. The pants must be above the knee. They come in a vari-
ety of prints. Even the Aztec prints are still popular even though it came out in 2012. Bernard said the shorts and vests are always popular at this time since T&T usually follows the four fashion seasons of the first world. Even though we have a Tropical climate year round, vests and shorts become popular as he says “less is more in summer couture.” The Thread ID rep also added that this fun season usually inspires vibrant colours in pieces even down to the footwear. He said Espadrilles are currently the top seller when it comes to men's shoes. Just check our events pages at the back of the magazine and you will see there is substance to what was said here. Is your summer style in gear?
DESON DOES SWIMWEAR RIGHT
DESIGNER SHARES KEYS TO GOOD SWIMWEAR AND MORE!!! B
elmont bred, Woodbrook resident Ayinde Deson Sealy is one of the most talked about local designers at the moment. This is with good reason since he is one of the premier swimwear designers in the country and we are in the swimwear season. Sealy says the demand for his custom beach couture is in ridiculously high demand at the moment and he says the influx of beachwear and pool-themed events are part of the reason why. Girls would usually state that they wanted original pieces so they wouldn’t be caught in the same outfit as others. Another reason is Deson’s attention to detail and producing the finest quality work available. The designer believes that what sets him apart is the fit and finish of his pieces. He shared with ET&T that since his preadolescent years he would compare locally made clothing with foreign clothes and he vowed to one day nullify the obvious difference in quality between the two.
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Deson’s journey started as a young boy trying to follow in his mother’s (a seamstress) footsteps. Oddly enough, she didn’t want him to be a tailor, but his high school Garment Construction teacher convinced Deson and his mother that fashion was truly his calling. Sealy spoke highly of Tony and Sheldon Haynes of
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Men at Work tailoring store. He was impressed, by their speed and skill and as luck would have it, he was offered a job there a day after writing his final school exam. Stints working with Millhouse and a few other places followed before Deson ventured on his own making all sorts of youthful, urban designs for both
men and women. His hats were a big draw, attracting celebrities such as JW& Blaze and Dwayne Bravo to frequently cop his signature headwear. However, Sealy stepped back from making menswear for a moment to facilitate the large demand for female clothing. He says it takes less time to make swimwear and the financial dividends are also greater. Deson describes his designs as edgy while remaining elegant. He stays true to his high standards and is not afraid to tell a client if he thinks a particular swimsuit choice is the wrong one. When asked what the key to making good swimwear is, he revealed “It’s all about the fit. The right fit will make both the outfit and the person wearing it look better.” Peep his array of talents at www.facebook.com/DesonAyindeDesigns or continue following ET&T for more updates on this designer.
LOCAL NEW WEB SERIES KICKS OFF NEWS THE INTERN TO DEVELOP YOUNG FILM TALENT ONE VIEW AT A TIME W
ith the paucity of proper local content on the nation’s airwaves, there should be a mad rush for advertisers to get involved with local production houses. However, this is not the case, as Television stations prefer to show syndicated programming from abroad. It’s no wonder more and more people are gravitating toward putting their content online. One such program that has been recently generating major online buzz is reality show/competition The Intern. The SLAGIATT Productions presentation follows six interns as they learn the ins and outs of the film industry while vying for a job at SLAGIATT. It is similar to Donald Trump’s hugely popular The Apprentice. ET&T spoke to the good people at SLAGIATT who revealed that the new series is all about helping young people to realize and take advantage of opportunities. Show creator Ahmad Muhammad said the show was conceptualized when a couple fellow members of UTT
Film School approached him for an internship since he already owned a company. A couple interested persons soon turned into five and instead of hiring them all, he came up with this creative venture. Collaborator on the project Kalifa Clyne says the program is as fun as it is fulfilling as it features young, talented individuals with a hunger for success. She shared that the challenges faced by the participants are gripping and since its inception there have been a lot of calls from young filmmakers to be a part of the project. The challenges will hinge on the many facets of filmmaking from photography to editing. The makers of the internet series hope corporate T&T will come together to offer more support for similar projects in the future and eventually the local film industry will be prominent once again. Until then, follow the action as it unfolds via Facebook and YouTube by following this link. https://www.facebook.com/TheInternTT
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR TRINIDAD+TOBAGO FILM FESTIVAL 2014
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he trinidad+tobago film festival (TTFF) is looking for dedicated and enterprising people with a love for the arts. In particular, they are looking for volunteers for the ninth edition of the Festival, which takes place from 16-30 September 2014. The criteria for volunteers is not that stringent. However, the TTFF welcomes people of all ages who love movies and who share a commitment to supporting the growth of a vibrant film culture here in Trinidad and Tobago. As a volunteer, you will receive an official Festival pass that gives you free access to film screenings, an official T-shirt and as much verbal appreciation as can be mustered. Candidates will also get the chance to meet filmmakers, ac4
TTFF14 volunteer & staff at Drink
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fessionals from the region and
around the world. In short, you are promised an exciting experience you won’t soon forget. If all this sounds like something you’d love to be a part of, then fill out the online application form at: ttfilmfestival.com/ volunteer. Founded in 2006, the ttff is an annual celebration of films from and about Trinidad and Tobago, the Caribbean and its diaspora. The Festival also screens films curated from contemporary world cinema. In addition, the ttff seeks to facilitate the growth of the Caribbean film industry by hosting workshops, panel discussions and networking opportunities. The Festival is presented by Flow, and given leading sponsorship by bpTT and TTFC.
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n the absence of a steady stream of local entertainment content on television, new reality series Chick Mansion has fast become the talk of the town. The series follows over a dozen beautiful and enterprising young women as they go about their daily routines in their respective fields. Cast-member Carla Singh says action is made compelling by the special relationships within the show. She posits that the majority of the cast were childhood friends and the rest are made up of each other’s’ friends. The overall production of the show is undertaken by castmember Stacy Browne, her brother Dexter Browne and Hayden Louis of Buttervision productions. The direction for the show was established by Dexter Browne who made several marks in the US while working as a Celebrity Photographer in Los Angeles. His client list included names like Vanessa Williams, Rick James, Miguel, 6
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Cash Money, Gabrielle Union, LisaRaye, Tyrese, Tone Loc, Rick Foxx, Kat Williams and many more. Dexter describes himself as a “Digital Guerilla” who is able to make a lot from a little. This he indeed accomplishes as not many expected to witness a full reality series that was shot on two iPhones in a prime time slot. However, this is an actual reality and thus demonstrates the enormous potential for developing local content presently. The promo has garnered interest from foreign viewers who continue to express a willingness to view the episodes online. ET&T posed the question of how such a new and experimental project ended up with a prime time slot on TV6. The Buttervision team chalked it up to the enormous energy exhibited in each scene and the novel way in which the scenes were produced. They elaborated by stating that the show represents a wave of new media that is born
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from the persons appearing in it. It represents an organic expression that truly captures what we describe as “undisturbed culture”. The use of cell phone cameras (iPhone 5s) was a crucial choice to avoid the impact of a strong camera presence that often distorts the energy of the participants. They added that the content stands out because of the quality of the execution and the nature of the content that was captured in the execution. Essentially, the series showcases an organic effort to make TV from the energy that existed among friends who in combination possessed the skill sets to make it. The trailer and first episode reflects a youthful exuberance, but the producers claim the target demographic is not as stringent as one would think. They went further to say that they expect a strong viewership ranging from 16 to 106. The wide range accounts for the fact that
the show is “as much a compelling visual presentation as it is a reality narrative” allowing for it to appeal on different levels in different age groups. The producers ultimately expect this series to open the door for future titles that promote the unique local culture of Trinidad & Tobago. Dexter Browne views the series as the ultimate platform for local content. “We hope that this show will offer a “blue print” for other producers to complete their dream projects and to participate in the ongoing revolution described as the “Democratization of Media” where each citizen has a contribution to the TV collective that shapes us as a nation,” said Browne. At the end of the day, you can read what you want about this project, but only truly viewing it for yourself will let you into the true experience. Look out for Chick Mansion TV on CCN and keep following the crew on Facebook.
REGIONAL NEWS
VYBZ KARTEL TO SUE OWEN ELLINGTON Imprisoned Dancehall superstar, Vybz Kartel has signaled his intent to sue recently retired Jamaican Police Commissioner, Owen Ellington over comments he made on a local television show in April, claiming the deejay was the head of a gang responsible for over 100 murders islandwide. The polarizing entertainer, who was convicted of and given a life sentence for the 2011 murder of Clive ‘Lizard’ Williams in March, intends to file a multi-million dollar civil lawsuit, through his legal team. Ellington, who had been the head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force since 2009, told the Television Jamaica (TVJ) show, All Angles, “Vybz Kartel led a gang which was responsi-
ble for over 100 murders, and we have been telling the country this for a long, long time. Every time we moved against this gang, we were criticized, we were condemned and we were accused of being malicious against this individual. In fact, if you look at his defense, what was his defense? That there was a conspiracy on the part of the police.” Though there has been no evidence presented to support Ellington’s comments, they caused a stir locally, with many wondering why the ex-commissioner would make them after Kartel’s conviction and subsequent sentencing just weeks earlier. Tavares-Finson himself called the comments out of line, saying they were an attempt to prejudice Kartel’s appeal.
commitments and such. We are also working on the documentary that will look at the entire 35 year career of this band. The hardest part is getting hold of people who helped shape the history of the band to tell their story for the film. Stevie Wonder for example used to have us around his studio all the time in the early 1980s but he’s got his people you know and maybe he doesn’t even know that we been trying to get at him. But we have a bunch of people who have been interviewed over the 2.5 years with many more to come. It won’t be like the Marley film which was very Jamaica-focused. This film you will see police and riots and punks, you know, we come from a concrete jungle.”
STEEL PULSE ALBUM, DOCUMENTARY PUSHED TO 2015 Word from the David Hinds camp is that the new Steel Pulse studio album, as well as the documentary The Definitive Steel Pulse, will be dropped in 2015. In a Midnight Raver interview with David earlier this year this is what he had to say: “We’ve been working on an album for about 3 years now to be honest with you but, like I said, tour
WORLD NEWS FOREVER 21 FIRED ME FOR BEING FAT: JOHN LEGEND’S GORGEOUS MODEL WIFE CHRISSY TEIGEN We can guarantee that when you look at Chrissy Teigen the first word that comes into your head isn’t ‘fat’. But that’s exactly what John Legend’s wife was branded by Forever 21 when she arrived for a shoot when she first started out in the modeling world. The 28 year-old told DuJour magazine: ‘I showed up on set and they asked me if they could take a photo. ‘And they shoot that photo off to my agency, who then calls me as I’m sitting in the make-up chair, and they say, “You need to leave right now. They just said that you are fat and you need to get your measurements taken”.’ Chrissy, who has modeled for both Cosmopolitan and Vogue, added: ‘And I hate you, Forever 21. I hate you so much. Honestly, you’re the worst.’ It’s not the first time the model has spoken out about the incident. In 2012 she tweeted: ‘So next time you pass a Forever 21, remember the fact that they are a bunch of a******* who fired me mid-makeup for being fat.’ 8
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DRAKE’S NEW ALBUM WILL BE CALLED ‘VIEWS FROM THE 6’ Drake is emerging as the hardest working man in show business these days. Along with the recent hosting of the ESPYs on ESPN , gearing up for OVOFest in Toronto, and getting set for a massive 31-city tour with Lil Wayne, Drizzy announced that his fourth studio album will be called Views From The 6. Drake hinted at the album on “0 To 100” when he rapped, “We already got spring 2015 poppin’ / PND droppin / Reps-Up P droppin’ / Majid Jordin droppin’, OB droppin’ not to mention me droppin’.” Now that the project has a title, perhaps we can expect the album during the first quarter of 2015. Based on the songs Drake has been letting loose as of late, the album should be interesting.
DREAM
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Photo by Roger Jackson of Absolutpics
NAME: Brent Vincent AGE: 33 HEIGHT: 5’ 10” WEIGHT: 182lbs CAREER: Millwright / Pursuing Process Technology. BRIEFS OR BOXERS: Briefs. FAVOURITE SCENT: Versace Eros/ Issey Miyake. FAVOURITE THING: I would have said peace and quiet, because I don’t get a lot of that with my busy Life, but I Love a Good Home Theatre Live concert. DESCRIBE YOUR DREAM GIRL: Mixed Chinese… Tall and slim. She must be a people person with a good humor who is a great conversationalist. YOU WERE HEARTBROKEN: Yes. Sad to say, but it’s all in the package of life. YOUR HERO: Dad, my superhero and my mom. FAVOURITE FOOD: ROTI. (Hahaha), U asking a Trinidadian if they love Trinidad? THE WAY TO YOUR HEART IS: Through my mom…. It’s not as easy as it sounds. (lol) YOU’D NEVER: Turn my back on God. WHAT ABOUT PETS: Loving pitbulls is second nature, I owned two very recently. Very loyal fellas. THE ONE THING HE WANTS TO DO BEFORE HE DIES: Be front row at an Andrea Bocelli concert and to actually meet the man. FAVOURITE ARTIST: Whoever knows Brent knows that it has to be JOHN LEGEND. FAVOURITE MUSIC: Neo soul and Reggae FAVOURITE PLACE FOR A MEAL: Home sweet home. Nothing beats Mom’s home cooked food. HAVE YOU EVER CHEATED: When I didn’t know any better. THE FREAKIEST THING YOU HAVE EVER DONE: … WHAT'S YOUR MOTIVATION: My family. HOW DO YOU MAINTAIN YOUR BODY: I try to get in as much as 3 solid days gym time and the rest is hard work and missing a lot of meals (lol). The industry is a really disciplined place. 10
MODEL MANIA Name: Marisa Mahadeo Age:22 Hometown: Couva Career: Teacher Hobbies:Adventure and the outdoors, gym workouts, Latin
dancing and Mixed Martial Arts. Marisa is both gorgeous and goal-oriented. She aspires to a school principal. She also wants to start animal charity work while keeping her eyes set on her dream of copping the title of Miss Trinidad and Tobago Universe. She started modeling four years ago and has worked with a who’s who of talent in related fields. Kareem Abdullatif, Calvin French, Gary Jordan, Lyden Thomas, Laura Ferriera, Ricardo Reyes, Richard Cook, Kerron Riley, Salim October, Kenrick Rampial, Nigel Reid, Christopher
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toner and moisturizer at least twice per day. However a little trick I normally do is using baby oil on my entire body because it makes my skin feel extremely smooth without leaving that sticky heavy feeling. I also drink a lot of water and sometimes I add a teaspoon of lime juice or 3 cucumber slices to it. This helps with aging and healthy hair. I go to the gym three or four times per week and throw in a cross-fit session in between as well.” As far as general feel-sexy tips, she says “I feel sexy when my hair is down, legs are showing and I’m wearing high heels.” Photos by Richard Cook and Silverpin Studio
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Barran and Ronaldo Roberts are a few of the photographers she has worked with. As far as ads, Subway, Jimmy Aboud, Digicel, Micles and Sunshine Snacks have all utilized her talents. Marisa says she has a thing for the work of local designers Rhion Romany and Claudia Pegus while internationally she like Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Burberry. In terms of her dislikes, she states that her number 1 pet peeve is visible bra straps. If you are interested in knowing how Mahadeo maintains her model looks, she shares “beauty regime is always using cleanser,
FASHION
SEXY SUMMER SWIMWEAR
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he August vacation period (sometimes called summer even in Trinidad) is known for hot weather and hot bodies. Here, we celebrate them both as we show what happens when the two are mixed. Enjoy the fly beachwear donned by these guys in this Absolutpics spread. Photography: Roger Jackson. There’s always room for the traditional. These floral surfer shorts will never die.
This slim fit short trunk is both festive and sporty
These tiny trunks can barely contain the beast wearing it.
This is a choice for the guy who knows he has it and isn’t afraid to flaunt it.
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t was announced all the way back in March that popular production outfit Millbeatz entertainment would be putting together a competition to unearth fresh talent. Artistes would send videos of themselves singing original compositions to Millbeatz for scrutiny by a panel of judges. The best of the bunch would be posted online and the one with the most likes would win the opportunity to be featured on a Millbeatz riddim. Four months later and a winner has been announced. We caught up with Millbeatz H.N.I.C David Millien for some feedback and a little insight into his other current and future moves. ET&T: What did you plan to achieve with the competition? Millien: Ever since the beginning we always had a connection with the streets and the ground so to speak. Our main plan was to do a project where we could stay close to the streets and create an avenue for youths to be heard. A lot of young, talented people may not have the money to do regular recordings and this was just to put them out there.
there doing some marketing and networking. We had meetings with Sony and other big entities and we are currently putting a system in place to create a real, proper record label in Trinidad. So far the first two people we would be looking to sign are my sis (Denice) and ESoul. In fact, Denice won one of the Sony showcases in New York.
opportunity to congratulate him again on this forum. ET&T: What’s next for Tevin as far as Millbeatz is concerned? Millien: The prize is a full production from Millbeatz studio. We will also be opening him up to various marketing opportunities so we’ll be taking him on an interview tour to different media houses. JC Management will be assisting with some of the promotions to put him out there
ET&T: As it relates to actual music being released, what are you currently working on? Millien: We are working on two albums for Dee Dee and ESoul. There is a lot of work with news artistes coming out soon as well. We a lot did some stuff with M1 a.k.a Menace that you can look out for.
in the best way possible. ET&T: Do you have any plans to do a repeat of the competition? Millien: Yes. I definitely think it’s something we want to do yearly. There’s just so much uncovered talent. ET&T: Apart from the competition what projects have you been involved in? Millien: I recently returned from New York. I spent a month over
ET&T: The band launches have already begun. Soon the Soca will flood the radio. What will you be contributing? Millien: Right now the team is engaged in writing sessions every single night for the next few weeks. We are putting together stuff to start shopping around to some of the bigger artistes soon. You will be hearing some soca stuff from Millbeatz entertainment soon. David Millien poses with winner Tevin
ET&T: Was it a success in that regard? Millien: I think we met our aim. There were a lot of entries. We received about 35 videos. We even had entrants from as far as Guyana so it was a bit surprising as well. ET&T: What did you think of the eventual results and what are your thoughts on Tevin in particular? Millien: Well there was a panel of judges who chose the five finalists and then it was up to a fan vote. I found it interesting when Tevin was picked because it gave me insight as to what the public is into. It was just him beating the desk and stuff and there was all this raw energy. I want to take the www.amgtt.com •
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ocal designer Keisha Collette Thomas has been making strong strides in the industry of late and with good reason. Her Marie Collette brand is generating buzz in fashion circles thanks to its fun, yet classy appeal. Her Crazy Sexy Cool swimwear line is her first collection and ET&T is proud to show it off in our Summer Swimsuit issue. Collette describes the pieces as symbolic of her own personality. If that rings true, she has a personality to admire.
This Harness Monokini holds its own, with detachable belt bonus.
A Cut away string bikini that has summer written all over it.
This exclusive Spider Web two piece High Waist Bikini was designed for the daring.
Sexy, stylish and sophisticated is this Cut Away High Waist Bikini.
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FASHION Wardrobe: Marie Collette Photographer: Keron Riley Models: Arveyann Thomas, Chenelle Maloney, Leah-Marie Guevara, Sommer Olliviere, Sarah Radday.
This Netted Blocker Bikini is beautifully bold.
This Zipper Mesh Monokini is ideally designed to define shape.
A fine Floral Onesie that will make you stand out.
The colourful X Bikini offers simple style with unique flair.
This Peak A Boo Peep Hole String Bikini is a definite neck breaker.
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MOET ON THE ROCKS 2
he most popular T champagne brand in Trinidad and To-
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bago is Moet & Chandon. These bottles of bubbly are associated with class, sophistication and quality. All of these elements were represented in the second edition of the Moet on the Rocks event which was held in July at the swanky Radisson hotel. The poolside soiree was an ode of sorts to Moet Imperial Ice and as such, patrons were encouraged to don white for the affair. The décor was great and so was the vibe. ET&T was happy to be a part of this memorable event. For more check our Facebook page or www.amgtt.com.
A well-dressed couple
They set the tone well
Glasses in hand
Fashion standouts
They dared to be different
Adding some colour to the proceedings
They kept their glasses filled
Male fans of the brand
A fun-loving crew
Thoroughly satisfied
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His watch is white
Enjoying the Ice experience
She added some edge
Ooh la la
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Looking good
Flashbacks of White Angels
Clearly a Machel fan
A bright smile
Wadada inside
Coupled up
Whitney had a time
They had a blast
Who said it was stush?
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one are the days when A was for Apple and B was for Bat. In the Adult G version of the ABC's, A stands for Alcohol, B for Beachwear and C for Coolers. That was indeed the order of the day at this Valsayn party that
saw several patrons come out dressed minimally with the intention of creating maximum vibes. ET&T photographers weaved around and between bikiniclad babes; guys pouring head shots and busy DJ’s to bring you the action up close. Here is a little bit of what went down. For more, check out ET&T on www.amgtt.com.
Beachwear… Check!
Approved!
Another happy patron
Smiling away
Guys go out too
Friends pose
Say Ahh!!
Fun is their name
Thumbs up
Not bad at all
Photographers stay winning!
Oh gorsh… it tickling
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MANTRA: RAYS OF EUPHORIA
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a proven winning concept. Recent evidence of this was at the Maracas soiree entitled Mantra. The wellattended event had all the ingredients for a good time and patrons would agree that ingredients were mixed well to ensure that was the outcome. We have all the action from the 1am start to 8am end on our Facebook page, but you can start with a sneak peek right here.
Our kind of chicks
They know parties
Satisfied patrons
Wet mih down
Rrrr…
Fogging up d place
Looking sexy while they kept us safe
True partiers
Getting lost in the moment
Showing off her curves
Ya don’t say
Cute
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ARIMA BOROUGH DAY 2014 LAUNCH
rinidad’s fourthT largest town Arima recently launched
the 2014 edition of its annual Borough Day anniversary celebration. The event began with a small ceremony at the Arima Town Hall followed by a cultural procession through the streets of the beloved borough. The Borough Day celebrations usually take place over the course of an entire weekend every August. The celebration incorporates Carnival-style street parades and usually coincides with the staging of the Santa Rosa Carib Community annual festival. Here are a few sights from the launch.
BEYOND LIMITS
he Senior Graduating class of the CAFD at UTT in T 2014 presented: ‘Beyond Limits’ on June 22nd. The fashion show took place at the Hilton Hotel, Grand. Each
of the graduation students showcased six looks in what was dubbed the “Thesis Collection.” Other alums also highlighted their personal collections on the night. It was a memorable evening and ET&T was there.
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INTRODUCING
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BANISH THOSE BRA STRAPS
isible Bra Straps are an all too common occurrence. V Unfortunately, this fashion
foul up is a felony and felonies should not take place regularly. In case you didn’t know, a bra is an undergarment that is used to support the breasts. They come in all sizes and styles to facilitate being worn with varying types of clothing. Some are even strapless. Therefore, there is no reason your bra strap should be front and center as part of your outfit.
Everything would have been on point were it not for her pesky bra trying to steal her top’s shine. Underwear should stay underneath.
Her friend did what she could to hide her and protect her from the Fashion Police. However, she just ended up becoming an accomplice by way of obstructing justice. Those bra straps are unacceptable.
ISLAND CELEBRITIES
PAPARAZZI
HOLLYWOOD SACHY IS SPOTTED ROCKING A HANDBAG WHILE HE DOES HIS JOB AT A PARTY
RADIO PERSONALITY JAHMOUN MENDOZA IS SPOTTED BY PAPARAZZI AT A RECENT BOAT RIDE
SEXY BAJAN BEAUTY LEAH MARVILLE POSES AT A LOCAL PARTY
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CELEB PROFILE
EUGENIE
Name: Eugenie or "Genie" Bouchard, was born in Montreal in 1994. She is the younger sister to Age: 20 (February 25, 1994) Profession: Tennis player Claim to fame: Beatrice, her twin, by six minutes, and also has a younger brother and sister. She started playing tennis at age five and moved away to Florida at age 12 to train with former pro Nick Saviano, who still serves as her coach.
At 15 she returned to Montreal to continue training and eventually became one of the top junior players on the planet, winning the junior doubles title at Wimbledon in 2011 and the junior singles and doubles crown at Wimbledon the following year, making her the first Canadian ever, junior or pro, to win a singles Grand Slam title. Genie's breakthrough began at the beginning of the 2013 sea-
son when she began qualifying for more main draws and making it through qualifying matches against higher-ranked opponents. She successfully made it out of the first round at the 2013 Wimbledon, made runs later in to bigger more difficult tournaments and challenged some top players. Genie made her first WTA finals appearance late in the season, and was awarded the WTA Newcomer of the Year Award at the end of the tour. 2014 has been the Year of Genie so far. She made a remarkable run at the Aussie Open, defeating former world No. 1 Ana Ivanovic in the Quarterfinals (the second time she had defeated Ivanovic in her career) before falling to Li Na in the semis. She has since won her first WTA Tournament, the Nürnberger Versicherungscup, and just fell short in the Semis of the French Open against Maria Sharapova after edging out
MOVIES
AUGUST AMUSEMENT T
hese movies which are set to drop later this month may not make the biggest box-office totals, but they should generate large amounts of laughs. Plus, both shows feature real star power.
and John Hawkes), who intend to extort him with inside information about his crooked business and off-shore accounts. But the husband decides he'd
Life of Crime Based on Elmore Leonard's novel "The Switch," “Life Of Crime” is a dark caper comedy starring Jennifer Aniston, John Hawkes, Yasiin Bey, Will Forte, Mark Boone Junior, Isla Fisher and Tim Robbins. The wife (Jennifer Aniston) of a corrupt real estate developer (Tim Robbins) is kidnapped by two common criminals (Yasiin Bey 28 ET&T • JULY, 2014 • www.amgtt.com
actually rather not pay the ransom to get back his wife, setting off an unbelievable sequence of double crosses and plot twists that could only come from the mind of Elmore Leonard. Are You Here? When his off-the-grid best buddy Ben Baker (Zach Galifianakis) inherits his estranged father's fortune, womanizing local weatherman Steve Dallas (Owen Wilson) joins forces with him to battle the legal challenge brought by Ben's formidable sister (Amy Poehler), in the hilarious big-screen directorial debut from "Mad Men" creator Matthew Weiner.
Carla Suarez-Navarro in the quarters. She captured the attention of the world most recently with her remarkable run at Wimbledon, where she marched through to the Finals before going down to two-time champion Petra Kvitova. The win catapulted her to No. 7 on the world rankings.
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