The show you've been waiting for is now here! The third webisode of Young, Hip & Chic (YHC) is now here along with all the others so you have to catch up.
In this webisode, Tweety E. covers all of the fashion events taking place in Philly, PA therefore bringing you Philly Fashion Week. Tweety was invited to the Teen Vogue LaCoste Event, Chichi & Chichi E, and hosted FBH Philly Fashion Weekend. Check out the clothes of these great designers including Ying Edge and Marie D. Madearis.
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Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Young, Hip & Chic Celebrates Women With Class
Philadelphia, PA- This week on Young Hip & Chic, Tweety Elitou pays homage to the great women of yesterday that made class and beauty what it is today.
On the most recent webisode, the vintage look is in the spotlight. “This show was very special to me,” says Tweety Elitou. “Not only am I a big fan of the vintage style but it was also personal because it made me think of my great-grandmother and the beautiful women of her day.”
The beautiful women that Tweety refers to are Josephine Baker, Dorothy Dandridge, Audrey Hepburn, Billie Holiday, Lena Horne, and Grace Kelly. “These women were not just awesome talents but they set fashion styles that are classics and can never be forgotten,” states Tweety. “I love the flowers that Billie Holiday placed in her hair, I loved the clothes that Grace Kelly wore, and who is more lady and classy than Lena Horne?!”
YHC ventures to the Curiosity Shoppe in Philly, PA and speaks with stylist, Blu, about what makes vintage styles hot. YHC also visits The Beauty Studio also in Philly, PA and speaks with salon owner Naneke about what hair styles are sure to take you back.
Get in the know about vintage and learn more about the fashion by watching it here:
About YHC
Young, Hip & Chic (YHC for short) was developed while Tweety was watching TMZ, Extra, and E! “I was watching these shows because I like to see what people are wearing but I was becoming so tired of seeing Brittany Spears and Paris Hilton without panties! Not to mention, I thought to myself, these are role models?” Tweety passionately expresses.
YHC is to celebrate the art of fashion by educating people between the ages of 12-19 years of age that fashion, in fact, is an art that is expressed from the designer to the people that purchase it. Each week, the show will focus on different styles from antique, to grunge, to whatever trend is evolving and revolving. YHC will also inform people with fashion facts, the history of fashions, and the meaning of words that are heard and not often explained. “I think that to be a fashionista, you have to know the five W’s of fashion—who, what, when, where and why.” Tweety explains.
“The overall experience of YHC is to show that fashion can be fun; to know that clothes do not make you, you make the clothes, and being a diva is so overrated,” she explains. “I think that loving who you are from the inside shows on the outside, and that love of fashion, makes you a true fashionsita!”
YHC can been seen biweekly on Saturday at: http://www.infinitemag.net/, http://www.youghipchic.blogspot.com/ and www.youtube.com/infinitemag. Feedback is encouraged as it may appear on the next show.
YHC is also looking for stylists, beauty experts, designers, models, etc. that are looking for exposure and credits for their resumes and books. The show is also looking for sponsors that want to reach a young, hip and chic audience. So far YHC has reached on board The Beauty Studio, Hatchette Book Group, Curiosity Shoppe, and Teenvogue.com. To get further information, contact: younghipchic@gmail.com
About Tweety Elitou
Tweety is of Native American descent and comes from a very artistic family, which explains her colorful background. She is no stranger to the world of fashion. “I have been loving fashion since I was really, really little. My favorite store was the Gap because I loved the styles and how I could dress it up or down, anyway that I wanted, and I was only four!” she says. At the age of six, she graduated from John R. Powers modeling school in Philly, PA with top honors. While attending elementary school she grew in love with art and excelled not only in her basic learning of Math, English, Science and History but also in Art. She has won awards for her artistic work from the School District of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Free Library not just her visual works but also her poetry. She is an Evoluer Girl established by the great fashion diva and educator, Cheryl Wadlington, and was voted the most improved in fashion. Tweety also writes fashion articles and book reviews for her families well known art blog, Infinite Magazine. She has co-created covers for books, The Road to Emotional Healing and The Soul of Poetry for Neshee Publication. She makes jewelry, designs her own clothes, and loves photography in front of and behind the camera—a love that she shares with her dad.
Tweety has appeared in Naturally You! Magazine. As an Iconz Model, she has done several fashion shows including the Sensationel Hair Idol in which the King of Hair Glynn Jackson stated, “She is a joy and pleasure to work with and I wish I had more models like her, she fills my heart.” She has been a guest judge for the Jo’ni Modelz, Inc- Rip the Runway Competition, and she the protégé of Essence Best-Selling author, Miasha and the spokes girl for her foundation, Ask Miasha. “Tweety is a great girl and very inspiring. She someone that other little girls will look up to and I am so proud of her,” says Miasha.
She will be releasing her first book, Girl Power: The Go-To Guide for Teens to Becoming Perfect Young Ladies, and is now working on the sequel, Girl Power Two: Building a Better You! All of this while maintaining straight A’s in school every year.
On the most recent webisode, the vintage look is in the spotlight. “This show was very special to me,” says Tweety Elitou. “Not only am I a big fan of the vintage style but it was also personal because it made me think of my great-grandmother and the beautiful women of her day.”
The beautiful women that Tweety refers to are Josephine Baker, Dorothy Dandridge, Audrey Hepburn, Billie Holiday, Lena Horne, and Grace Kelly. “These women were not just awesome talents but they set fashion styles that are classics and can never be forgotten,” states Tweety. “I love the flowers that Billie Holiday placed in her hair, I loved the clothes that Grace Kelly wore, and who is more lady and classy than Lena Horne?!”
YHC ventures to the Curiosity Shoppe in Philly, PA and speaks with stylist, Blu, about what makes vintage styles hot. YHC also visits The Beauty Studio also in Philly, PA and speaks with salon owner Naneke about what hair styles are sure to take you back.
Get in the know about vintage and learn more about the fashion by watching it here:
About YHC
Young, Hip & Chic (YHC for short) was developed while Tweety was watching TMZ, Extra, and E! “I was watching these shows because I like to see what people are wearing but I was becoming so tired of seeing Brittany Spears and Paris Hilton without panties! Not to mention, I thought to myself, these are role models?” Tweety passionately expresses.
YHC is to celebrate the art of fashion by educating people between the ages of 12-19 years of age that fashion, in fact, is an art that is expressed from the designer to the people that purchase it. Each week, the show will focus on different styles from antique, to grunge, to whatever trend is evolving and revolving. YHC will also inform people with fashion facts, the history of fashions, and the meaning of words that are heard and not often explained. “I think that to be a fashionista, you have to know the five W’s of fashion—who, what, when, where and why.” Tweety explains.
“The overall experience of YHC is to show that fashion can be fun; to know that clothes do not make you, you make the clothes, and being a diva is so overrated,” she explains. “I think that loving who you are from the inside shows on the outside, and that love of fashion, makes you a true fashionsita!”
YHC can been seen biweekly on Saturday at: http://www.infinitemag.net/, http://www.youghipchic.blogspot.com/ and www.youtube.com/infinitemag. Feedback is encouraged as it may appear on the next show.
YHC is also looking for stylists, beauty experts, designers, models, etc. that are looking for exposure and credits for their resumes and books. The show is also looking for sponsors that want to reach a young, hip and chic audience. So far YHC has reached on board The Beauty Studio, Hatchette Book Group, Curiosity Shoppe, and Teenvogue.com. To get further information, contact: younghipchic@gmail.com
About Tweety ElitouTweety is of Native American descent and comes from a very artistic family, which explains her colorful background. She is no stranger to the world of fashion. “I have been loving fashion since I was really, really little. My favorite store was the Gap because I loved the styles and how I could dress it up or down, anyway that I wanted, and I was only four!” she says. At the age of six, she graduated from John R. Powers modeling school in Philly, PA with top honors. While attending elementary school she grew in love with art and excelled not only in her basic learning of Math, English, Science and History but also in Art. She has won awards for her artistic work from the School District of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Free Library not just her visual works but also her poetry. She is an Evoluer Girl established by the great fashion diva and educator, Cheryl Wadlington, and was voted the most improved in fashion. Tweety also writes fashion articles and book reviews for her families well known art blog, Infinite Magazine. She has co-created covers for books, The Road to Emotional Healing and The Soul of Poetry for Neshee Publication. She makes jewelry, designs her own clothes, and loves photography in front of and behind the camera—a love that she shares with her dad.
Tweety has appeared in Naturally You! Magazine. As an Iconz Model, she has done several fashion shows including the Sensationel Hair Idol in which the King of Hair Glynn Jackson stated, “She is a joy and pleasure to work with and I wish I had more models like her, she fills my heart.” She has been a guest judge for the Jo’ni Modelz, Inc- Rip the Runway Competition, and she the protégé of Essence Best-Selling author, Miasha and the spokes girl for her foundation, Ask Miasha. “Tweety is a great girl and very inspiring. She someone that other little girls will look up to and I am so proud of her,” says Miasha.
She will be releasing her first book, Girl Power: The Go-To Guide for Teens to Becoming Perfect Young Ladies, and is now working on the sequel, Girl Power Two: Building a Better You! All of this while maintaining straight A’s in school every year.
Saturday, July 12, 2008
13 YEAR OLD ENTREPRENEUR CREATES WEBISODE THAT KEEPS YOUNG FASHION LOVERS IN THE KNOW
13 year old entrepreneur and fashionista extraordinaire, Tweety Elitou has created a fun and fashionable webisode that keeps young fashion lovers in the know about the ever changing fashion world from a fresh perspective.
Young Hip & Chic has just launched its first show dedicated to the fashion of hip hop. “I wanted to cover hip hop on my first show because it is the era that I am growing up in, and my parents grew up with it, so I guess this is my way of showing love to them and the time that made them so cool,” says Tweety Elitou.
Young, Hip & Chic (YHC for short) was developed while Tweety was watching TMZ, Extra, and E! “I was watching these shows because I like to see what people are wearing but I was becoming so tired of seeing Brittany Spears and Paris Hilton without panties! Not to mention, I thought to myself, these are role models?” Tweety passionately expresses.
According to Tweety, YHC is to celebrate the art of fashion by educating people between the ages of 12-19 years of age that fashion, in fact, is an art that is expressed from the designer to the people that purchase it. Each week, the show will focus on different styles from antique, to grunge, to whatever trend is evolving and revolving. YHC will also inform people with fashion facts, the history of fashions, and the meaning of words that are heard and not often explained. “I think that to be a fashionista, you have to know the five W’s of fashion—who, what, when, where and why.” Tweety explains.
“The overall experience of YHC is to show that fashion can be fun; to know that clothes do not make you, you make the clothes, and being a diva is so overrated,” she explains. “I think that loving who you are from the inside shows on the outside, and that love of fashion, makes you a true fashionsita!”
YHC can been seen every Saturday starting 7/12/08 on: http://www.infinitemag.net/, http://www.youghipchic.blogspot.com/ and www.youtube.com/infinitemag. Feedback is encouraged as it may appear on the next show. You can check out the preview here:
YHC is also looking for stylists, beauty experts, designers, models, etc. that are looking for exposure and credits for their resumes and books. The show is also looking for sponsors that want to reach a young, hip and chic audience. To get further information, contact: younghipchic@gmail.com
About Tweety Elitou
Tweety is of Native American descent and comes from a very artistic family, which explains her colorful background. She is no stranger to the world of fashion. “I have been loving fashion since I was really, really little. My favorite store was the Gap because I loved the styles and how I could dress it up or down, anyway that I wanted, and I was only four!” she says. At the age of six, she graduated from John R. Powers modeling school in Philly, PA with top honors. While attending elementary school she grew in love with art and excelled not only in her basic learning of Math, English, Science and History but also in Art. She has won awards for her artistic work from the School District of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Free Library not just her visual works but also her poetry. She is an Evoluer Girl established by the great fashion diva and educator, Cheryl Wadlington, and was voted the most improved in fashion. Tweety also writes fashion articles and book reviews for her families well known art blog, Infinite Magazine. She has co-created covers for books, The Road to Emotional Healing and The Soul of Poetry for Neshee Publication. She makes jewelry, designs her own clothes, and loves photography in front of and behind the camera—a love that she shares with her dad.
Tweety has appeared in Naturally You! Magazine. As an Iconz Model, she has done several fashion shows including the Sensationel Hair Idol in which the King of Hair Glynn Jackson stated, “She is a joy and pleasure to work with and I wish I had more models like her, she fills my heart.” She has been a guest judge for the Jo’ni Modelz, Inc- Rip the Runway Competition, and she the protégé of Essence Best-Selling author, Miasha and the spokes girl for her foundation, Ask Miasha. “Tweety is a great girl and very inspiring. She someone that other little girls will look up to and I am so proud of her,” says Miasha.
She will be releasing her first book, Girl Power: The Go-To Guide for Teens to Becoming Perfect Young Ladies, and is now working on the sequel, Girl Power Two: Building a Better You! All of this while maintaining straight A’s in school every year.
Young Hip & Chic has just launched its first show dedicated to the fashion of hip hop. “I wanted to cover hip hop on my first show because it is the era that I am growing up in, and my parents grew up with it, so I guess this is my way of showing love to them and the time that made them so cool,” says Tweety Elitou.
Young, Hip & Chic (YHC for short) was developed while Tweety was watching TMZ, Extra, and E! “I was watching these shows because I like to see what people are wearing but I was becoming so tired of seeing Brittany Spears and Paris Hilton without panties! Not to mention, I thought to myself, these are role models?” Tweety passionately expresses.
According to Tweety, YHC is to celebrate the art of fashion by educating people between the ages of 12-19 years of age that fashion, in fact, is an art that is expressed from the designer to the people that purchase it. Each week, the show will focus on different styles from antique, to grunge, to whatever trend is evolving and revolving. YHC will also inform people with fashion facts, the history of fashions, and the meaning of words that are heard and not often explained. “I think that to be a fashionista, you have to know the five W’s of fashion—who, what, when, where and why.” Tweety explains.
“The overall experience of YHC is to show that fashion can be fun; to know that clothes do not make you, you make the clothes, and being a diva is so overrated,” she explains. “I think that loving who you are from the inside shows on the outside, and that love of fashion, makes you a true fashionsita!”
YHC can been seen every Saturday starting 7/12/08 on: http://www.infinitemag.net/, http://www.youghipchic.blogspot.com/ and www.youtube.com/infinitemag. Feedback is encouraged as it may appear on the next show. You can check out the preview here:
YHC is also looking for stylists, beauty experts, designers, models, etc. that are looking for exposure and credits for their resumes and books. The show is also looking for sponsors that want to reach a young, hip and chic audience. To get further information, contact: younghipchic@gmail.com
About Tweety Elitou
Tweety is of Native American descent and comes from a very artistic family, which explains her colorful background. She is no stranger to the world of fashion. “I have been loving fashion since I was really, really little. My favorite store was the Gap because I loved the styles and how I could dress it up or down, anyway that I wanted, and I was only four!” she says. At the age of six, she graduated from John R. Powers modeling school in Philly, PA with top honors. While attending elementary school she grew in love with art and excelled not only in her basic learning of Math, English, Science and History but also in Art. She has won awards for her artistic work from the School District of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Free Library not just her visual works but also her poetry. She is an Evoluer Girl established by the great fashion diva and educator, Cheryl Wadlington, and was voted the most improved in fashion. Tweety also writes fashion articles and book reviews for her families well known art blog, Infinite Magazine. She has co-created covers for books, The Road to Emotional Healing and The Soul of Poetry for Neshee Publication. She makes jewelry, designs her own clothes, and loves photography in front of and behind the camera—a love that she shares with her dad.
Tweety has appeared in Naturally You! Magazine. As an Iconz Model, she has done several fashion shows including the Sensationel Hair Idol in which the King of Hair Glynn Jackson stated, “She is a joy and pleasure to work with and I wish I had more models like her, she fills my heart.” She has been a guest judge for the Jo’ni Modelz, Inc- Rip the Runway Competition, and she the protégé of Essence Best-Selling author, Miasha and the spokes girl for her foundation, Ask Miasha. “Tweety is a great girl and very inspiring. She someone that other little girls will look up to and I am so proud of her,” says Miasha.
She will be releasing her first book, Girl Power: The Go-To Guide for Teens to Becoming Perfect Young Ladies, and is now working on the sequel, Girl Power Two: Building a Better You! All of this while maintaining straight A’s in school every year.
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Book Review- How Not to Look Old
Author: Charla KruppPublisher: Hachette Books
ISBN: 0-446-58114-3
Pages: 232
Price: $25.99
All women in their mid 30’s and early 40’s think about one thing the most— “How can I not look old when I’m 50?” Watching the T.V. and see all the stars getting plastic surgery and using other alternatives makes it desirable because it seems to be quick and easy, but there are easier ways to look younger than sticking yourself with needles. All you have to do first is check out the book, How Not to Look Old by Charla Krupp.
Charla newest book is definitely the best book to get when you are on the road to looking 10 years younger, 10 pounds lighter, and 10 times better! It’s like a Head-to-Closet Makeover in the palm of your eager little hands.
Three of the chapters that caught my attention are:
Chapter 4- Tame Those Brows: It explains how important eyebrows are to making you look old. Bushy, shapeless, gray eyebrows are a no, no according to Ms. Krupp. Also did you know that it’s better to tweeze after a shower rather than before? Find out why.
Chapter 9- Put on Pink Lip Gloss: Lipstick makes a difference in how old you look. Dark, cracked, thin lips are perfect for you…IF YOU WANNA LOOK OLD! In this book you can finds ways to make your lips look Y & H (young and hip). Remember ladies, lip gloss is poppin’!!!
Chapter 18- Step into Sexy Heels: Did you know the shoes that you wear can actually make you look old??? In How Not to Look Old, Charla talks about what shoes are Y & H and which ones have old written all over it. Ugly orthopedic shoes, boring classic pumps, all of them can make you look boring and ready for a rocking chair.
I really loved the way this book included brilliant buys. She gives you great recommendations, the cost and where they are usually sold. The pictures were also very useful because it gave you and idea of what looks hip and chic and what is just…..well wrong! The colorful words also added to the fun and fresh read.
Although I am young, I found that reading what was young, hip and chic was beneficial to me so that I stay in the know of the forever changing fashion trends. The book was also very helpful to me because I think that it is important to look your best and that was something that she focused on as well.
So if you are queasy about those needles and let’s face it, who can afford it, and you are looking to make a difference to you wardrobe for a very small price, then you should be getting this book! Like Charla says, “Forget aging gracefully!”
Fashionably Out,
Tweety E.
Youth Fashion Editor
Friday, June 6, 2008
Jo'ni Modelz, Inc. High School Edition was the Bomb!!!
Lights, Cameras, Clothes, and Models are all of the ingredients you need in order to have a “Fashionable” fashion show. Many of you know that I am very picky about fashion shows so when I tell you that the one I am writing about is good then you know it was…
Jo’ni Modelz, Inc. “Rip-the-Runway Competition” High School Edition did it again. They had all the ingredients of a “Fashionable” runway affair. Last year the show was good (Sayre’s Next Top Model) and this one was even better! I am already looking forward to next year!
Not only was this year an all high school edition, but there were also a chance for males too. Most of the High Schools in Philadelphia were in attendance representing their high school.
When I first arrived, I went backstage all I seen was weave, clothes, shoes, and accessories; it made me think of all the rushing around you have to do when you are doing runway. Now keep in mind that this is more of a show of talent and entertainment then it is a show that is about the designs of an up and coming designer.
Most of the models are in their costumes and make-up. They smiled, and one said, “Aren’t you one of the judges?”
That was so weird to me because I’m so use to being in the modeling position, and having to smile and wonder what the judges were thinking when they saw me... but today I am a judge (whoop, whoop!).
After I took my seat, in the judging seat, that is (lol), I looked around and saw that the room was now full to its capacity and people were eager and ready to check out the show. People were standing everywhere.
After about ten minutes, the curtains opened which meant that the show was starting! The first scene was called “Masquerade”. The models were all wearing black and colorful mask. They music that was playing was “Fashionista” by Jimmy James and it was fierce! “The show is about to start!” blasted from the speakers. Just from the intro I already knew that this was going to be one heck of a show.
Well, it is hard to comment on every piece of the show, but I will tell you about some of my favorite scenes:
Scene 2: Rich Girls- When the girls worked it (the rich way of course). One of my modeling buddies, Sayidah Bey, served it up as the "Queen Bee”.
Scene 5: Jumanji- The girls (and guys) took a walk on the wild side. The fashions were leopard and zebra prints that gave it a jungle feel.
Scene 6: Glitz vs. Glam- Glitz and Glam battled it out in a walk off.
Scene 9: Thriller (Prelude) – The fashion nightmares came to life.
To entertain us between scenes, there were the Blue Diamond Steppers, which I thought were ok, the Point Breeze Performing Arts Dance Company which surprisingly to me were very good. Because I am not much for praise dancing I give them two thumbs up. UX’s own Franky J was a great host for the audience competitions. You had to see these two guys serve it up on the stage.
After an evening of entertainment, finally, THE COMPETITION!!! I could tell that everyone was excited to see what was going to happen when the lights got low, the stage started to fog and the curtains opened! There were 16 lovely contestants that walked it out to win. I had to watch everything from creativity to professionalism and overall look. It was really hard for me. If it was up to me everyone would have won, but since there had to be a first female and male, second place winner, and third I knew I had better snap out of it. Check out my two favorite walkers on the youtube!
After everyone walked, it was time for “us” judges to deliberate. It was so hard! Some judges had one person as the winner then others had another, “I liked contestant 9 and 16!” said one judge.
“Well, I like contestant 13 and 2!” said another.
It was complete chaos! Finally, after about 15 min of disagreements, we ended up having to do a “count the hand’ vote. When we were done picking our winners, it was time for the judges to go on stage and announce the diva and don of the evening.
The winners were Shaquetta Carter (2nd place), Khaleem Brown (2nd Place male), and Ebony Townsend and Kevin Kelly were the 1st place winners! It truly was a hard decision to make!
Again, I loved the show and hope that Jo’ni Modelz Inc will continue to do what they do for the community because they are really making a difference in Philadelphia and I really want to get that across to everyone. This show was not just about fashion and beauty it had a deeper meaning to it, the true meaning was to inspire others to become agents of change and to also bring back the loving memory of the Townsend’s dearly beloved son, brother, and friend Derrick A. Townsend.
The Good!!!
Jovanna & Lisa Townsend are the best!!! They put off an event that was awesome. I was proud to be one of the judges. These ladies are great at hosting and really know how to treat their VIP’s!!! A nice dinner and a gift. Mad props, ladies!!!
There were two girls that I thought deserved my recognition and they are Tiara Willis- she was #1, and Tiffany Braddock- she was #9. Congratz ladies you made my top list.
The Bad & What???
The show went on a little too long. It was almost 12:00 am when we left. I would suggest that the scenes be cut just a little so that the show is 2 hours only.
Another bad thing was the host Mr. Jeffrey Brown! He could not get the names of anything right to save his life! First he called the founder Jovanna everything but her name, and he had the same problem with the company, Jo’ni. Worse of all, he pronounced my name wrong! He called me, “Tweet Elitour”, what the heck!
My advice to Jo’ni is to never ever, ever get this man to host their event again!
Too many awards were given out making the night longer. I think that some of the awards could have been given at an awards ceremony for the models and family. That would have been nice.
Although Eboni Townsend did a great job as, I think that because she is the sister of Jovanna Townsend, she should not have been able to participate in the competition because as she became the winner, it may have made some people think that it was rigged in her favor when it actually wasn’t— I know because I was one other judges. But for the sake of no drama, that would be best.
Overall, if you missed this event, you better not miss the next because not only is it the hottest thing for the teens to be a part of, it is for a very good cause and it is always good to see that people care.
I can’t wait until next year!!! Share your thoughts…
Fashionably Out,
Tweety Elitou
Wednesday, August 1, 2007
The Sensationnel Road to $25,000
Have you ever heard the saying “beauty comes with a price”? Well, let me tell you there was a price to pay for the contestants in the Sensationnel Hair Idol Model Search. There was a lot of practice, getting pictures taken; getting your hair done, getting make-up before and during the big day arrived at the Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA.
I was thankful for the opportunity to be a part of this great event that was brought to Philly by the infamous Glynn Jackson of the Glynn Jackson Agency and Sensationnel Hair. Glynn Jackson, also known as the founder of the largest hair shows in the country, including the Golden Scissor Awards was a great coach to all of the models. At every practice along with Cyndi Lane of Iconz Models, we had to look good. Our walks had to show that we were going to serve the runway and we did.
The day before the actual event, we had to get prepared for the Press Party that took place at the World Live Café which included entertainment and a brief conference that explained the purpose of the Sensationnel Hair Idol Model Search which is to recognize the winner in each and every woman. There were women of various shapes and sizes that participated in the event. There were also young women who were working mothers that received recognition for their efforts to stay strong and beautiful (inside and out) during their struggles with hardship. These women received wonderful makeovers and gifts from various sponsors.
The night was filled with wonderful music which included the featured appearance of Carol Riddick. She is an amazing talent and wow, can she sing. She swept everyone away with her jazzy and soulful song “Brown Eyed Girl”. After Ms. Riddick’s performance, Mr. Glynn Jackson called all of the contestants to the stage so that they could introduce themselves to the awaiting people who would be seeing us model at the hair show which included press and photographers so that they could get good pictures (kind of a before and after). Professional photographer for Infinite MagaZine (and my dad) Aalim Elitou got fantastic shots of me and the other models (thanks Nux).
Personally, I had the pleasure of meeting Nikki Tucker, stylist to Alicia Keys. She was there to teach stylists some of the new trends that would be set for the year to come. She was so nice and I look forward to meeting up with her again in the future.
Near the close of the evening, the models and I danced and had a great time. I was soon ready to go home because I knew that I had a long day ahead of me and tomorrow was going to start very early.
The next day; the big day; the day that I had been waiting for finally arrived. At ten in the morning I was ready to have my makeup done and that was a long wait because there were more than forty ladies waiting to get theirs done as well. While I was waiting to get my make-up done, I got the chance to talk to some of the contestants. Karita and Ashley my Iconz sisters asked me if I was nervous. I thought about it and I told them, “No, I am ready and very excited.” I had been waiting for this day to come so nervousness just never set in.
After my makeup was applied I looked in the mirrors and almost didn’t recognize myself. I had never had makeup done before and I looked so different. I was definitely ready now to serve the runway. “You look so nice,” said Kerry Scott of Fatboy Hype. I begin to practice with runway coach for Fat Boy and Tarantula designer Kevin Parker who has always been a support.
Hair was simple and easy for me because I was told to wear it wild and big and all that took was for me to tease it out and it looked fabulous. I was really impressed with some of the creativity that was surrounding me. There were people transforming right before my eyes. There were styles that were unique and wild and some that were simple and classy but nevertheless they all made a statement. I think that some of the fantasy styles were my favorite.
When the doors opened at 6:00 pm the downstairs began to fill up with family, friends, and media. I think that people with daughters, sisters, mothers, etc were more nervous and excited for us than we were. Come on!!! This was only the hottest hair show in Philly. Not to mention someone was going to win $3,000 and then be on their way to winning $25,000. The place was jammed packed in fifteen minutes and the show was soon to begin, on time.
This was my first hair show and I was not aware of what I was going to see. At the hair shows there is a lot of entertainment from the stylists and the models in which some dance and some walk the runway. The best of the night was the skit of women who were stealing a Sensationnel wig, the women who were robotic puppets (they really did it up), and the wild Barbie dolls that broke out of their boxes. I loved it.
The excitement backstage was also interesting because people had to change into their costumes as fast as possible so that they could appear on stage again. It was not long before we had to come out and be judged. It really all began to set in with me that I may win. What would happen next? Who will win? How will I do?
All the girls that went before seemed to be focused on their walk and they did their best. Mr. Jackson called “Contestant 24” which was me and everyone clapped. I wore a beautiful mint green dress that looked like it was straight out of Vogue Magazine. I did my pose and walked my walk to the T. The runway seemed to be so long and it seemed to last forever. I was not able to hear anything around me— not the sound of the music, not the sound of cheering, nothing. When I got down the steps of the stage I could hear again. When I got backstage, I walked up to a girl and asked, “How do you think you did?” She replied, “I am so sad that I am about to cry. I think I did a bad job”. However, before she could finish another girl said, “you did well” and that lifted the girl’s spirit.
The moment of truth was here and someone was going to get 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. All the models called to the stage for the finale walk. Before Glynn Jackson called the 10 finalists, he said that five women would be coming with him to Washington, DC to participate in another event. I was one of the five finalists invited to go to DC. I was very happy. When everyone got to the back of the stage Glynn Jackson called the 10 finalists and everyone went crazy and began screaming. They seemed to be pleased with the outcome. Contestant 60 came in third place winning $500, Contestant 21 in second place winning $1,500, and Contestant 56 won the grand prize $3,000. All three of them will be going to DC to finish the contest in November in order to win $25,000 in cash and prizes.
I had a wonderful time and it was a great experience. I want to thank Glynn Jackson and his team for all of their support, Cyndi Lane, and most importantly my parents for always being there for me.
Can’t wait to talk about next year, but in the meantime check out the images.
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Tweety Elitou
I was thankful for the opportunity to be a part of this great event that was brought to Philly by the infamous Glynn Jackson of the Glynn Jackson Agency and Sensationnel Hair. Glynn Jackson, also known as the founder of the largest hair shows in the country, including the Golden Scissor Awards was a great coach to all of the models. At every practice along with Cyndi Lane of Iconz Models, we had to look good. Our walks had to show that we were going to serve the runway and we did.
The day before the actual event, we had to get prepared for the Press Party that took place at the World Live Café which included entertainment and a brief conference that explained the purpose of the Sensationnel Hair Idol Model Search which is to recognize the winner in each and every woman. There were women of various shapes and sizes that participated in the event. There were also young women who were working mothers that received recognition for their efforts to stay strong and beautiful (inside and out) during their struggles with hardship. These women received wonderful makeovers and gifts from various sponsors.
The night was filled with wonderful music which included the featured appearance of Carol Riddick. She is an amazing talent and wow, can she sing. She swept everyone away with her jazzy and soulful song “Brown Eyed Girl”. After Ms. Riddick’s performance, Mr. Glynn Jackson called all of the contestants to the stage so that they could introduce themselves to the awaiting people who would be seeing us model at the hair show which included press and photographers so that they could get good pictures (kind of a before and after). Professional photographer for Infinite MagaZine (and my dad) Aalim Elitou got fantastic shots of me and the other models (thanks Nux).
Personally, I had the pleasure of meeting Nikki Tucker, stylist to Alicia Keys. She was there to teach stylists some of the new trends that would be set for the year to come. She was so nice and I look forward to meeting up with her again in the future.
Near the close of the evening, the models and I danced and had a great time. I was soon ready to go home because I knew that I had a long day ahead of me and tomorrow was going to start very early.
The next day; the big day; the day that I had been waiting for finally arrived. At ten in the morning I was ready to have my makeup done and that was a long wait because there were more than forty ladies waiting to get theirs done as well. While I was waiting to get my make-up done, I got the chance to talk to some of the contestants. Karita and Ashley my Iconz sisters asked me if I was nervous. I thought about it and I told them, “No, I am ready and very excited.” I had been waiting for this day to come so nervousness just never set in.
After my makeup was applied I looked in the mirrors and almost didn’t recognize myself. I had never had makeup done before and I looked so different. I was definitely ready now to serve the runway. “You look so nice,” said Kerry Scott of Fatboy Hype. I begin to practice with runway coach for Fat Boy and Tarantula designer Kevin Parker who has always been a support.
Hair was simple and easy for me because I was told to wear it wild and big and all that took was for me to tease it out and it looked fabulous. I was really impressed with some of the creativity that was surrounding me. There were people transforming right before my eyes. There were styles that were unique and wild and some that were simple and classy but nevertheless they all made a statement. I think that some of the fantasy styles were my favorite.
When the doors opened at 6:00 pm the downstairs began to fill up with family, friends, and media. I think that people with daughters, sisters, mothers, etc were more nervous and excited for us than we were. Come on!!! This was only the hottest hair show in Philly. Not to mention someone was going to win $3,000 and then be on their way to winning $25,000. The place was jammed packed in fifteen minutes and the show was soon to begin, on time.
This was my first hair show and I was not aware of what I was going to see. At the hair shows there is a lot of entertainment from the stylists and the models in which some dance and some walk the runway. The best of the night was the skit of women who were stealing a Sensationnel wig, the women who were robotic puppets (they really did it up), and the wild Barbie dolls that broke out of their boxes. I loved it.
The excitement backstage was also interesting because people had to change into their costumes as fast as possible so that they could appear on stage again. It was not long before we had to come out and be judged. It really all began to set in with me that I may win. What would happen next? Who will win? How will I do?
All the girls that went before seemed to be focused on their walk and they did their best. Mr. Jackson called “Contestant 24” which was me and everyone clapped. I wore a beautiful mint green dress that looked like it was straight out of Vogue Magazine. I did my pose and walked my walk to the T. The runway seemed to be so long and it seemed to last forever. I was not able to hear anything around me— not the sound of the music, not the sound of cheering, nothing. When I got down the steps of the stage I could hear again. When I got backstage, I walked up to a girl and asked, “How do you think you did?” She replied, “I am so sad that I am about to cry. I think I did a bad job”. However, before she could finish another girl said, “you did well” and that lifted the girl’s spirit.
The moment of truth was here and someone was going to get 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. All the models called to the stage for the finale walk. Before Glynn Jackson called the 10 finalists, he said that five women would be coming with him to Washington, DC to participate in another event. I was one of the five finalists invited to go to DC. I was very happy. When everyone got to the back of the stage Glynn Jackson called the 10 finalists and everyone went crazy and began screaming. They seemed to be pleased with the outcome. Contestant 60 came in third place winning $500, Contestant 21 in second place winning $1,500, and Contestant 56 won the grand prize $3,000. All three of them will be going to DC to finish the contest in November in order to win $25,000 in cash and prizes.
I had a wonderful time and it was a great experience. I want to thank Glynn Jackson and his team for all of their support, Cyndi Lane, and most importantly my parents for always being there for me.
Can’t wait to talk about next year, but in the meantime check out the images.
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Wednesday, July 4, 2007
Who Was Sayre’s Next Top Model?
We at Infinite Magazine walked into the school auditorium not knowing what to expect, but we were definitely in for a surprise. We were nicely entertained by recording artists Lil Rick of Def Jam Records and Shon of Sony Records as we waited for the models.
While the huge room started to fill up with proud parents, close friends, happy children, and eager photographers the DJ played some of the newest hits which made the crowd dance in their seats.
As the lights turned down the red curtain opened and we all eagerly awaited the divas of the evening. The first scene “D.I.T. (Diva’s In Training)” was an awesome performance by young women dressed in white button down blouses and school girl skirts showing that they were truly divas in training. They danced to the music of Fergie’s Glamorous Life. Everyone screamed joyfully to see their friend, daughter, or sister giving their best.
Renewing the Mind Dance Ministry performed a very well choreographed praise dance which the crowd totally enjoyed. It was uplifting.
The “An Urban Flare Has Arisen” was another scene that had everyone’s attention. Twelve girls stood on the stage with colorful masks and glitter on their faces. They were wearing urban outfits like tights and other colorful pieces of attire. The young diva moved around the stage like zombies to the tune of Madonna’s Hung Up as if they were under a fashion spell.
After all the performances the question was still in the air “Who will be Sayre’s next top model?” It was time for the 16 girls and guy to rip the runway and show off their stuff. The first walk was judged on personality and the second was on straight runway. After everyone walked, it was time to deliberate.
While the judges were debating the models walked showing off their 80’s style clothing while dancing the Soul Train Line. Everyone expressed amusement when the girls danced to Freak Out by Chic. When the fun was over, the girls lined up in a straight line waiting for the judges to tell us who Sayre’s next top model for 2007 would be.
It was a tense moment for the models as all of them held each others hands tightly Shanay Ball, Miss Black Pennsylvania 2006; Erica Kane, Radio Personality Power 99FM; Antwain D. Hill, Distinct Le’ Couture Agency; William Brown, Dark Tower Records Affiliate; and Edwina Justice, Urbanea had finally came up with the results.
Erica Kane walked onto the stage and said, “The winner of Sayre’s top model is Felecia C.!” They crowd went wild. She had won the trophy, $100 dollars cash, a photo shoot, and as a bonus she got the contract with Distinct Le’ Couture Clothing Co. and agency.
You could hear the parents and friends scream with delight. They gave her the trophy and the microphone but Felecia could barely say anything she was nearly crying with joy but she did manage a humble, “thank you.”
Something tells me that Felcia C. will be a diva to look out for in the near future.
We would like to thank Jovanna Townsend and Lisa Townsend for the invitation and look forward to next year. The production was awesome and very well put together.
Be sure to check me out in the “In Living Color” Fashion Show by Fatboy Productions and Jeantrix clips right here.
While the huge room started to fill up with proud parents, close friends, happy children, and eager photographers the DJ played some of the newest hits which made the crowd dance in their seats.
As the lights turned down the red curtain opened and we all eagerly awaited the divas of the evening. The first scene “D.I.T. (Diva’s In Training)” was an awesome performance by young women dressed in white button down blouses and school girl skirts showing that they were truly divas in training. They danced to the music of Fergie’s Glamorous Life. Everyone screamed joyfully to see their friend, daughter, or sister giving their best.
Renewing the Mind Dance Ministry performed a very well choreographed praise dance which the crowd totally enjoyed. It was uplifting.
The “An Urban Flare Has Arisen” was another scene that had everyone’s attention. Twelve girls stood on the stage with colorful masks and glitter on their faces. They were wearing urban outfits like tights and other colorful pieces of attire. The young diva moved around the stage like zombies to the tune of Madonna’s Hung Up as if they were under a fashion spell.
After all the performances the question was still in the air “Who will be Sayre’s next top model?” It was time for the 16 girls and guy to rip the runway and show off their stuff. The first walk was judged on personality and the second was on straight runway. After everyone walked, it was time to deliberate.
While the judges were debating the models walked showing off their 80’s style clothing while dancing the Soul Train Line. Everyone expressed amusement when the girls danced to Freak Out by Chic. When the fun was over, the girls lined up in a straight line waiting for the judges to tell us who Sayre’s next top model for 2007 would be.
It was a tense moment for the models as all of them held each others hands tightly Shanay Ball, Miss Black Pennsylvania 2006; Erica Kane, Radio Personality Power 99FM; Antwain D. Hill, Distinct Le’ Couture Agency; William Brown, Dark Tower Records Affiliate; and Edwina Justice, Urbanea had finally came up with the results.
Erica Kane walked onto the stage and said, “The winner of Sayre’s top model is Felecia C.!” They crowd went wild. She had won the trophy, $100 dollars cash, a photo shoot, and as a bonus she got the contract with Distinct Le’ Couture Clothing Co. and agency.
You could hear the parents and friends scream with delight. They gave her the trophy and the microphone but Felecia could barely say anything she was nearly crying with joy but she did manage a humble, “thank you.”
Something tells me that Felcia C. will be a diva to look out for in the near future.
We would like to thank Jovanna Townsend and Lisa Townsend for the invitation and look forward to next year. The production was awesome and very well put together.
Be sure to check me out in the “In Living Color” Fashion Show by Fatboy Productions and Jeantrix clips right here.
Erica Kane (Power 99 fm) Tweety Elitou
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