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Lowdown outing
We are all about art appreciation here at Demur and this month it comes from Africa. pg.9 Get your dosage of the latest news and updates of what has been happening in your world lately. pg 11
Check out the review of what happened when our Social Editor went out to celebrate Ritzy Cinema’s 100th birthday. pg 13 D Business Makes Sense. Get business tips and advice from our column this month. pg 17
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designer and Britain’s Top Model
of Colour Ambassador Nana Afua Antwi pg 19
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Editors Picks
Have a little taste of our Editor’s wardrobe as she takes us through what she will picking up this Spring. pg 23
Front Cover -Photographer: Hilda Sackey - Model : Ali - MUA: Lucy Ellen Editors Letter
Oh how time flies by we are now 4 months down the line and yet it feels like it was just Christmas yesterday. None the less as time goes we realise we are getting older and older and when we pass on for whatever reason we aim to leave a legacy behind, something that will show that we once set foot here. What will you leave behind when you leave this world? Life is all about changing and here at Demur we have taken it into our hands to plaster metamorphosis as our theme this month. metamorphosis [ˌmɛtəˈmɔːfəsɪs] n pl -ses [-ˌsiːz]
1. a complete change of physical form or substance
2. a complete change of character, appearance, etc. Be the change you want see Editor Noreen Chada
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Fashion Hawks
We keep our eyes peeled open to bring you the lowdown on who tol lookout for this month. As ever let us know your thoughts
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Sergei Grinko made his mark on the runway at Milan Fashion Week A/W 12/13 earlier this year. Take a look at www.sergeigrinko.com and let us know what you will be wearing this season - www.sergeigrinko.com
Bring out the kid in you at London’s
Cartoon Museum.
Opened in 2006 it is the first of its kind in Britain. Containing over 1700 original cartoon and prints you will find catalogues of famous British cartoons including Dennis the Menace and carictures from different eras including notable world leaders.
A unique shoe design in mind? Pop down to
Laste in South East
Brighton and speak to Alex and together you can commission your dream shoe. When you do visit them do let us know what you pick up - www.laste.co.uk
Backyard Bill
is a loveable chap who captures the lives of
real people. He invlites folks to his home to photogrpah them and interviews them on their style for his blog.Next time you are in New York be sure to catch up with Bill - ww.backyardbill.com
Although they have been on the scene for a few years, Kendall Forreduci are growing bigger and bigger. You can now grab Jenner went on to make her debut at New York Fashion Week by yourself almost any accessory by Forreduci. They have had support
After signing a modelling contract with Wilhelmina Models
gracing the catwalk for Sherri Hill. This young lass is ready to join in the footsteps of the rest of the clan and take the world by storm.
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from the likes of Chipmunk & Terrence J. Pop round to their shop and you never know which star you may spot - www.forreduci.co.uk
Musical Hawks
As fate would have it,after his hometown was hit by Hurricane Katrina,
After winning MTV’s Brand New 2012
Mallory Knox formed back in 2009 and since then they have
Quite a unique artist our UK home-grown
Frank Ocean left the education circle andwent on to work with
Conor Maynard is
already taking the world by storm with his debut single “Can’t Say No” the likes of Beyonce, Jay Z, Kanye West & Justin Bieber. You can catch and with over 3 million Youtube views , he is the new star to watch. He him on tour with Coldplay later on this year- frankocean.com has also recently announced his tour dates - conor-maynard.com
Laura J Martin with
been working tirelessly. The boys have been around the UK her flute. She produces her own music too making her a strong one touring and putting together their debut EP. By the end of this month we man band. Definitely one to look out for - www.laurajmartin.com guarantee they will be on your playlist – www.wolftatyourdoor.com
Diggy Simmons Porcelain Black
You may remember him form Run’s House but describes her sound as ‘Britney Spears is all grown up and holding his own ground. Besides the fact that he has meeting Marilyn Manson’, she already has a single out with Lil Wayne, a whole load of family in the entertainment business, he is actually This Is What Rock N Roll Is. She also composed a song on One Directalented. His debut album Unexpected Arrival is out now tion’s album and as she shares the same manager as Lil Wayne we www.diggyworld.com are expecting big things from this young lady - www.porcelainblack.net
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DEMUR BLISS SPRING Put a spring in your beauty this season with our latest beauty tips and secrets. Let’s get you ready for a flawless look this summer.
THE SPRINGY LOOK
Moisturize your skin this spring, with new Vaseline skin care, which does well and feels good on skin. Shimmer up with cocoa butter skin therapy oil that removes scars and stretch marks, allowing you to show off some skin this spring.
Trending Chiffon shirts, cool and easy to wear with any outfit or a pair of Roberto Cavalli’s.
BE ON NEON Although summer is a beautiful season it does bring about a lot of dry skin, so you are going to need to keep that skin hydrated. Lot’s of water will do you good as well as M•A•C Cosmetics Matchmaster SPF15 Foundation don’t As go without it.
seen by Katy Perry, brighten up your claws by adding a summer shimmer to your nails, grab some neon nail vanish available in all colours.
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Colourful denim will surely have you standing out from a crowd. Show off the shape of those lovely legs you have been working on during winter.
SKIN DEEP BEAUTY
As seen on: Jenifer Lopez
A pin up bun is one of the easiest and classiest looks for spring. Use a brush to slick the front of your hair, wrap hair around and use a pin to adjust the hair into a bun.
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Beauty Tips
As seen on: Beyonce
Brighten up your smile with clean teeth, making sure you floss as often as possible, and use toothpaste that contains Hydrogen peroxide which is safe and healthy for your teeth.
As seen on: Rihanna
Want to enjoy a night out? Or just want to look bright for spring? Trending neon make up will do the trick. This has to be applied properly.When applying neon eye shadow, keep lips nude, you can match neon make up with neon nail vanish, with an eccentric bright outfit.
As seen on: Jessica Alba
A glowing skin complexion is important for this summer/spring, apply sunscreen to avoid skin irritation, use face wipes to clean off all excess make-up from the day-time, exfoliate once a week to keep your skin smooth, healthy and fresh.
As seen on: Christina Aguilera
To keep your feminine and elegance apply a concealer on your lips with red lipstick to create a mattered bold look on your lips.
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ART COLLECTIVE
The Kente Ankara Attraction
Giuseppe Zanotti tribal wedges
The dynamic craft of African cloths such as,
Kente and Ankara, art and culture has be-
come trendy and inspirational, also a source for the Western Fashion Designers. African fashion has been diverse in creativity, for example the use of patterns and designs in tribal wear, and floral print. African art is amazing because it has its colourful patterns and symbolic meanings which makes it more than just art. According to Dr. Kwesi Yankah, Professor of Linguistics at the University of Ghana, “they are used not just to praise political heroes, to commemorate historical events, and to assert social identities, but also as a form of rhetoric--a channel for the silent projection of argument” he says. African patterns and prints influences can be seen in the latest spring collections: maxi dresses, leggings, jumpsuits, skirts, purses, bags, wedges, jewellery. You can see many trend setting celebrities embracing the traditional African wear. Trend setters such as Gwen Stefani, Solange and Rihanna seem to promote the art and creativity of Africa. The tribal influence can be used on any product, such as house hold materials, the art is beautiful because it can transform from one culture to another, not only does it look and feel good but you stand out. You can simply purchase material from any African clothing market and make any design of your choice whether it be a, wedding dress or a more complex style, shoes, trainers, hat, scarf’s let your creativity shape your cloth – Debby Osami.
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Gwen Stefani In Ankara
Tribal Neckles
Solange Knowles in Tirbal wear for a magazine shoot.
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Fashion Pills
The H&M Saga
UK Olympic Gold Already.
To compliment the season sportswear manufacturers are in for Gold with the upcoming event that we will not dare mention. With global attention it is the perfect time to get your brand out there in front of an audience after no such event will come around for another four years. If you have a brand this may be the time to invest in advertising and pushing your brand, perhaps learn from the big boys, the official Olympic partner Adidas who signed up a deal worth £100m.
‘Who is Next?’
No matter how much we try and hide from it Facebook is powerful interaction tool After receiving 311 “LIKES” on Facebook for her collection Elias Moussa was crowned the competition winner for “Who is Next?” a competition for young and upcoming designers held in France.Elias is currently a student at IFA Paris.
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We absolutely love anything from H&M , stylish and affordable two words we literally live by. When we heard they were launching a new store chain we were over the moon and sources confirm the store will be called ‘& Other Stories’. H&M’s press office confirmed through a Dutch Newspaper “We see the new chain as a complement to H&M. It will be at a slightly higher price bracket and with a little better quality, but still stay within the framework of our business concept - fashion and quality at the best price.” Well we are counting down already.
Marc Up by Marc Jacobs
He is indeed in touch with his feminine side as he is often seen at the end of his shows in a skirt. Marc Jacobs is taking it one step further by bringing out a cosmetic/make up line. Although nothing is set in stone, talks have already started between him and the cosmetic store Sephora.
Regentstreetonline.com
Yes you ready it right, a website dedicated to Regent Street shop lovers. Honestly it is a street that is hard to keep from even if you are just window shopping, with the likes of Apple, Calvin Klein, Banana Republic and Guess. With the masses of people coming into London this summer, this site will prove to be helpful with a shopping directory that will allow you to browse all 100+ shops on the street.
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The much-loved Ritzy cinema in South London marks its 101st birthday this month and we visited the creative hub to find out what it is all about.
The theatrical attraction is located at the heart of 21st century culture - Brixton. The cinema is surrounded by crafty markets, creatives, musicians and aspiring artists, it is South London’s oldest cinema and one of the longest running theatres in the country. Ritzy first opened its doors in March 1911 titled the Electric Pavilion and commissioned by then cinema-chain owner Israel Davis. Initially it was looked down upon, as a cheap basement alternative to more upmarket venues, but ironically, what makes the Ritzy so unique today, is its history. It has managed to outlive all but its most resilient contemporaries, as in periods of crisis most of London's cinemas fell victim to wartime bombing or recession. But the Ritzy remained. Today we know it as a ‘Little Bit Ritzy’ - a popular art-house with a distinctive identity. Since 2003, it has been part of the independent cinema chain Picturehouses along with its sister company Picture House in Clapham. Both cinemas are renowned for their screening of exclusive blockbusters and independent films despite being juggled through various companies over the years. The Ritzy cinema makes something of a change from regular multiplexes, because not only is it cheap, but it also provides nice, conformable seating, a great selection of movies and mouthwatering food. It even has a quirky, sociable bar. There is also a small café on the fourth floor, perfect for hanging out with friends, listening to jazz and drinking coffee. Dedicated fashion followers would be jealous as this particular evening's screening tells the story of influential fashion designer Ozwald Boateng. The behind the scenes documentary was titled: A Man's story. Boateng is one of the fashion world’s most influential menswear designers. At the age of 23, he became the youngest designer, and first black male to open a shop on the renowned Savile Row.
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The film spans 12 years - starting in 1998, which was a “really tough year” for Boateng. Amid the stress of designing he faced a divorce, and a disappointing 1999 collection. His Savile Row offices were also burgled, and his collection went missing.The documentary also follows the momentous stages of Boateng’s life, including his appointment as Givenchy’s creative director, and the moment he was awarded an OBE for services to the clothing industry. Ritzy provides a great atmosphere, full of bright colours, potted plants, and lovely, lively people. Monday nights are the cheapest with tickets ranging from £6 onwards instead of the usual £10. Tickets can be booked online, which can help to avoid lengthy queues on the night itself. It is also worth nothing that the ritzy rarely screens ongoing productions so it is worth visiting the venue’s website beforehand to find out what is going on and what is being screened. Overall, a really nice period cinema with a laid-back vibe. The Ritzy adds well to the cultural attractions in Brixton and is well-worth popping into just to see if anything's going on! One not to miss. - Emma Munbodh
Above:The Ritzy has seen the likes of Tyler Perry and Janet Jackson grace their red carpet for the launch of Tyler Perry’s Why Did I get Married Too. Right:Ozwald Boateng
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Loewe´s hashtag
Loewe is a well known brand that represents the very best of Spanish luxury specializing in leather goods, ready-to-wear, accessories and perfumes. Established in 1846, in 1996 the company joined LVMH, the world´s leading luxury goods group, which already works with brands such as Louis Vuitton, Givenchy, Mac Jacobs, Hublot or Möet&Chandon.
In an attempt to approach to youngsters, Loewe have approached their latest campaign differently by including funky young people who certainly do not match with the typical market associated with this brand and its targeted audience of affluent socialites. This unexpected twist created so much buzz it has the brand a trending topic on Twitter.
Could this be a new way of marketing on social networks? Well without any news since the bombshell campaign was published we ask have they achievied their purpose? Well at least everybody is talking about Loewe and that what’s matters when it comes to branding. -Chari Gonzalez
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BUSINESS makes sense ...
The small detail that speaks volume. Your business card is your key to many doors it is the thing that most people will remember you with after meeting you, so it should speak lots about you and your business. Make it sociable
You may have seen them on many adverts or even on other cards. What we speak of here is QR codes (quick response codes) these look like bar codes and are readable by Smartphones. Seeing as everyone has a Smartphone these days they are becoming more and more useful as they directly link to website, email and phone numbers, social networks it helps increases the response you get from giving out your card and the main important thing is it saves time of which we are all short of these days.
Personalise your card
You need them to remember you. Make your card stand out by giving them a personal touch to each event you go to. It will make it easier for people to remember who you are and where they met you. It could read, "Hi, you met me at the xyz event." It's just another way of helping to jog the memory of the people who took your card, as chances are they probably met tons of other people on the same day.
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Have Fun
Turn your card into a handy tool that reflects your business. Perhaps if you are designer you can carve out a dress, that will certainly stick in someone’s memory and show your creativity.
Use the space
Although a business card may seem like a small space to speak about yourself use the space provided including the back. Think of all you have to say about your business and try and include it. What would you want the person you are giving your card to remember. You can use the back of the card to show examples of what you can do. If they have enough information on your card they may not even need to spend so much time trying to look you up.
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“ just love what she
does she gave me the business mind to be successful...�
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Fashion Profile
We first spotted this face when she own Britain’s Top model of Colour and form there we knew she was going far. Her stamina and her smile alone capture your heart. Nana Afua Antwi is a young model, fashion and designer and philanthropist. She has already graced the catwalk at London Fashion Week and she is currently the face for E'lon Cosmetics in America, but wait there is more… D: Can you tell us a bit about yourself
My name is Nana Afua Antwi and I am an ambassador for Top Model of Colour UK. I am also a philanthropist and a fashion Designer. D: How old were you when you decided you wanted to be a model?
(‘giggles’)that will be when I was 8years I used to walk in my Mum’s heels a lot. Back then my family had no interest in the modeling business but now they see me as a huge inspiration. D: How did your modelling career come about exactly.. How did you get into it?
My modeling career kicked off when I was scouted at H&M by a Model Scout in 2009 and I was put through for London Fashion Week where I walked for established and emerging designers it was the best experience ever. D: What excites you the most about the fashion Industry?
Wow’ I love the catwalk it has always been my moment of truth. More importantly I have been quite fascinated about colour in fashion from various designers I have worked with. The unique ideas of their creativity really inspires me. D: Name your top 3 all time favourite models and why?
I am more into new faces now and am loving this new girl Ajak Deng, she’s fierce I see more of me in her she’s new in the modeling business and doing exactly what I would do that’s why I love her. My second choice will be Katoucha Niane (Senegalese supermodel) she inspired me and last but not least Tyra Banks just love what she does she gave me the business mind to be successful. D: Which designer do you dream of working with one day?
It was a pleasure when I had the chance to work for Matthew Williamson last year but I will be over the moon to work with Armani. D: In short, what is the key to your success?
I always stay humble and professional. I do my best never to let my personal or private issues affect my career. D: If you had to give advice to up and coming models, what would you say?
Aspiring Models need to know what direction of modeling business to want to get involve. I always advice first do research before you even walk up to an agency. Find your niche as modeling is not for everyone.
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EMBOSSED BRIEFCASE - ZARA £39.99
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LINEN BLAZER -H&M £59.99
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BLUE CONTRAST CARPENTER TROUSERS - RIVER ISLAND £48.00
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YELLOW REVO LENS WAYFER SUNGLASSES - ASOS £12.00
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COTTON V NECK SWEATER - UNIQLO £19.90
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DECK CHUKKA BOOT NAVY TWILL - OFFICE £39.99
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BURBERRY - ROUND CASE, BLACK DIAL WATCH - HOUSE OF FRASER £650.00
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FIGURE FIT JACKET - H&M £39.99
PHILLIP LIM Spring/Summer 2012
COTTON V NECK SHORT SLEEVE T SHIRT Uniqlo £9.90 COURT SHOW WITH METAL TOE CAPZara £49.99
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NAVAJO PRINT SUNGLASSES - ZARA £15.99
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SILK-BLEND CREPE JUMPSUIT - NET-A-PORTER £425
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RELAXED-FIT STRAIGHT-CUT DRESS - Mango £34.99
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AUTHENTIC CANVAS SHOPPER HANDBAG - Fred Perry £80.00
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HAMMERED PYRAMID BRACELET - Asos £12.00
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RED SCARF WATCH - Moschino £95.00
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LACE UP BROGUES - Aldo £49.98
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RIB SIDE TUBE SKIRT - River Island £20.00
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FASHIONISTA’S Calendar
FIX UP LOOK SHARP WITH SELFRIDGES LONDON FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY WORK12TH -22ND APRIL 2012 SHOP SELFRIDGES 400 Oxford Street, 14TH APRIL 2012 Selfridges London will be celebrating formalwear Bring your camera and inspiration and come with the industry’s most respected join a fun day of real fashion shooting and experts.Made-to-measure advice and style tips photo tips of all sorts. email from Gieves & Hawkes, Ermenegildo Zegna, rossellavanon@hotmail.it for prices, bookings Arrow, Ted Baker and Eton Shirts. and for info about the full program.
ALTERNATIVE FASHION WEEK 2012 16TH APRIL 2012 Firmly established as the event for innovative young designers to show their work. There is world-wide press and media coverage and an audience of over 1000 each day.
STYLE ME HAPPY AT HOUSE OF FRASER OXFORD STREET 26TH APRIL 2012 Do you know which styles and colours look best on you? Come and meet 3 Colours Rule, the London styling company at House of Fraser.
BRISTOL FASHION FESTIVAL HILTON AZTEC 29TH APRIL 2012 A day for the whole family to enjoy which will include an Exhibition, Stalls, Fashion Show, Live Singer, Bhangra and Bollywood Performances, Music from a Live Dj and Dinner with full show coverage from Venus Tv, Mast Magazine.
SHOP LATE AT CLOUDLAND 13TH APRIL 2012 Fashionista Events and Cloudland Present Fashion Fridays; where ladies and gents with the most discerning of tastes, can enjoy some of the finest designs in town. ShopLATE is the perfect marriage of cocktails, shopping and frivolity.Bigger and better, you will surely be spoilt at the next Shop Late.
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THE ARTSY Calendar
LUCIAN FREUD POTRAITS 09TH FEBRUARY - 27TH MAY 2012 After his death in 2011 comes the National Portrait Feldmann presents works from throughout his Gallery's survey of the portraits of Lucian career. Among the earliest works is a series of Freud - one of Britain's best loved artists. booklets titled Bilder (Pictures), each consisting of a Freud is one of the major names in post-war collection of photographs of everyday subjects or situations. British art. HANS-PETER FELDMAN EXHIBITION 11TH APRIL - 5TH JUNE 2012
DAMIEN HIRST - FOR THE LOVE OF GOD BECKY ALLEN - NOX 04TH APRIL - 24TH JUNE 2012 07TH APRIL - 06TH MAY 2012 To accompany the major survey exhibition of the A solo show for Becky Allen at Art Work Space career of Damien Hirst, Tate Modern is giving over this spring. its Turbine Hall to show the artist's much On display are a series of line drawings publicised diamond-covered skull, For the Love of exploring the science of sleep. God.
THE CRISIS COMMISSION
GESAMTKUNSTWERK -ART FROM GERMANY 8TH APRIL - 22ND APRIL 2012 8TH APRIL - 15TH APRIL 2012 An exhibition put together by Crisis exploring the issue The Saatchi Gallery presents its first survey of of homelessness at Somerset House this spring. On German art, showcasing 24 emerging artists, most show are works by the likes of Tracey Emin, Antony of whom have been little seen in the UK but are Gormley and Gillian Wearing which will be auctioned rapidly establishing themselves in Germany and off at Christie's after the show to raise money for the charity. internationally.
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