The Fashion Show ~SNS 2011~

The fashion show at Smoky not Smudgy was definitely the main event. It show cased the talent of six unique designers, Emma Afua Amoafo, Nisaa Collection, Ayeda Couture, ZNZ Fashion, Moroccan Kaftans and Dina Toki-o.

Here are some pictures from the runway. For more exclusive pictures check out the Facebook page.

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Posted in: Clothing,Fashion,Outings,Style,ZNZ

ZBZ @ Smoky Not Smudgy 2011

As part of charity week, Imperial ISOC put on a great finale event for sisters only. ZNZ had the pleasure of participating in the much anticipated Fashion Show where the ZBZ Debut collection was presented.

It was a fantastic event which showcased a range of talent. There where six different collections, from African attire by Emma Afua Amoafo to Moroccan Kaftans by Miriam. The other designers that attended were Nisaa Collections, Ayeda Couture and the infamous Dina Toki-o. It was a pleasure meeting such inspirational sisters. A truly fabulous event! For more pictures check out Zahra. BZ's facebok page.

Here are pictures straight off the runway from ZBZ. Enjoy! xx

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Posted in: Collections,Events

Smoky Not Smudgy 2011

~Part 1~

Smoky not Smudgy was HANDS DOWN thee best charity week event I had the pleasure of attending this year. A big shout out to the crew from Imperial ISOC for putting on such a successful event. Not only did I attend the event, but I also took part in their main event; The Fashion Show, where I showcased ZBZ's 2010 debut collection along with the exclusive piece designed for the Style In competition over the summer.

Here is Part 1 of the event which was packed full of stalls and services for the sisters to enjoy. From professional photo shoots to henna design, it was an event to attend and a great start to the Eid weekend. Stay tuned for the exclusive pictures I took of behind the scenes of the fashion show and the run way itself. Check out my Facebook page for more photo's of the day.

Enjoy...xxx

Photography by Zahra Akinpeju, 2011

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Posted in: Clothing,Fashion,Food,Outings,Style

Don't Loose Yourself

My Random Rants #1

Don't loose yourself in what others are doing or by trying to live up to other peoples expectations.

Stay true to yourself, and that can only happen if you know yourself.

So take time out to find the inner you. Analyse what you do and how you respond to different trials.

Find your strength and even your weaknesses.

Stay true to yourself.

Today a dear friend told me, "you will never regret anything in life if you did it for the sake of Allah". Every decision u make, ask yourself 'who am I trying to please'??

Pleasing others above yourself and worse of all above the Creator is a dangerous game.

Protect yourself, cuz if you haven't learnt it already, learn it fast... There is only one person you can rely on and that is Allah!

He won't let you down. Guaranteed!

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~City Lit~

The long summer break is a great time for Zahra & Zinah to bond with their sewing machines. It is often difficult juggling our university workload, our part time jobs, business and our social lives. However, we feel it is really important that we develop our technical fashion skills, which include pattern making, pattern cutting, garment making, finishing and much more.

Over the summer, Zahra attended a Clothes making intensive course at City Lit in Holbron where she learnt a lot about the art of pattern altering using industrial patterns, the importance of a mock up, finishing techniques and much more. By the end of the course, Zahra had completed a layered skirt made from Ankara (Nigerian fabric) , that she wore to her friends wedding in July.

The course had only three sessions which meant a lot of work had to be done at home during the week. To find out more about courses at City Lit, follow the link. Here are some pictures from the course. Enjoy!

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Posted in: Behind the Label

~Yoo Moo~

This is the best refresher ever! Fat free frozen yoghurt that tastes just like ice cream, but without the guilt. 

Since tasting this I've been hooked on Yeo-Valley natural yoghurt that I spice up with anything from fresh berries and nuts to honey and muesli.

If you're every in Milton Keynes, hook yourself up! Its totally worth it. Follow the link to find the Yoo Moo nearest to you. I just checked and there's one in the Stratford Westfield!! Yay!! =D

 

(Photography by ZBZ)

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Posted in: Food,Outings