Shakira Launches Waka Waka Soccer Shirts

Mango—Spain’s second largest exporter of fashion — and Shakira’s Barefoot Foundation are launching a small collection of solidarity T-shirts inspired by the official FIFA World Cup anthem “Waka Waka.” Profits from the sales of the “Waka Waka” T-shirt will be donated to initiatives for elementary education in South Africa. One of the schools to receive the profits is the South Africa East Observatory School, also supported by UNICEF, which cares for children who have been orphaned or displaced by civil war or by the loss of their parents to AIDS. A total of four t-shirts, two models for women and two models for men, bearing the printed slogans “Waka Waka” and “This Time for Africa,” have been exclusively designed for the occasion. The models will go on sale at all Mango stores, and via its webpage from June 10.
Shakira, who is originally from Barranquillas, Colombia, created the Barefoot Foundation to seek education and nutrition opportunities for vulnerable and displaced children in Colombia and the rest of the world, in order to produce citizens committed to peaceful co-existence. About the T-shirt initiative, she says, “The true spirit of this World Cup involves making a lasting contribution. We can add to the legacy of this historic moment a platform committed to providing quality education for the children of South Africa and to ending poverty and inequality wherever they exist.” All proceeds will be donated directly to the Barefoot Foundation, which will allocate the funds to selected schools in South Africa.

The artist considers the World Cup event as an emblem of the integration of different cultures and explained that “Waka Waka” tries to represent the African spirit.  Shakira explains, “I grew up dancing to African and Afro-Colombian rhythms in my country. I believe that we are all bound to Africa by an umbilical cord, and this song has sounds from Cameroon and sounds from the Caribbean. [. . .] It is a syncretism of many influences, all connected to Mother Africa.”

Shakira sung “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa),” on June 10, 2010, in Johannesburg during the official opening concert, here are the few snaps while ceremony when made the Africa Live in Soccer with Waka Waka...

Shakira will sing once more at closing ceremony of FIFA Football World Cup 2010 on July 11.

Lovely shorts for girls

favorite edgy look for spring is definitely the leather short, but it's not for everyone. The city suit (short suit) is definitely another great look and a younger alternative to a traditional skirt suit. For most of girls, a walking short or even a slim longer short that hits around the knee is a fun way to try out the look.

Statement shoes

Statement shoes have been one of the most significant trends going for seasons. Even pant lengths are being made to show off great shoes (cropped slim pants are my favorite way to show off amazing shoes.) Cage shoes are an update on the gladiator: they feature a cage-like effect made with straps and can either be casual or dress, high-heel or flat. Wedges -- a warm-weather favorite -- are updated with wooden heels and every fabric and detail available. Booties and ankle boots are still a very strong look and work well with leggings and shorter skirts.

Military trend for women.

Here's a trend that works for so many women, and it's as easy to buy into as adding a pair of soft utility pants or khaki camp shirt into your wardrobe. The key to keeping military looks feminine is to choose fitted shirts and jackets: it gives it more of a boy-meets-girl look than a sloppy army surplus look. Although camo is around, it's really the khakis and olives that look freshest. I happen to be a huge fan of olive, but if it's not a color you can wear keep it on the bottom or just go with khaki.

Stylish hair style for men who have curly hairs..

If you have really curly hair, follow in the footsteps of Justin Timberlake and embrace you curls. This is such a great hairstyle without being wild.

Flip-flops for men..

I buy a pair of flip flops every spring and I get lots of use out of them. They look great with your favorite pair of jeans and can be worn into the evening on those warm summer nights. Plus, they just look cool and summery. .

Denim jeans for men.

We already know that denim is a staple in the wardrobe, but more recently it has become so more than ever. And I realize that with all of the styles and fits out there it can be a little confusing, but it's important to find the right pair. If you are a little more thrifty, check out this for men. So now there's no excuse.

How to wear a Scarf?

Tone-on-tone scarf and outfit looks work best with neutrals -- black, navy, camel, cream -- and take on a sophisticated vibe when you mix fabrics (satin, shine, wool, etc.) Charlize Theron's all-black is elegant because she paired a long knit scarf with a metallic jacket.


Get This Look: Take a long scarf and hold it in front of you. Twist it a few times in the middle, then toss the ends straight over your back. Bring each end back to the front on the opposite side and leave the ends to dangle.

As Carrie Bradshaw once pondered, “Could I be a Spring bride? A happy bride? A peek-a-boo bride?” But while most brides-to-be don’t have a team of Vogue stylists, editors and fashion designers to call upon for advice, The Bride Show Dubai is bringing fiancés face to face with some of the region’s hottest hair and make up stylists as well as fashion-forward image consultants.

The Bridal Lounge, a new feature to The Bride Show Dubai, the region’s most prestigious bridal and fashion event, will pull together experts from the hair and beauty industry such as MAC Cosmetics and l’Oréal Professionnel to offer advice, tips and ideas in an interactive, comfortable setting.

Throughout The Bride Show Dubai, running from 7 to 10 April 2010 in Halls 1, 2 and 3 of the Dubai International Exhibition Centre, senior make up artists from MAC will prepare the season’s latest bridal make up looks live before the audience, all the while explaining different techniques and how to re-create the effects at home. The MAC demonstrations will take place every evening of the show at 7:30pm.

If there is someone who can look stunning in black and as well as in coloured, then, it’s none other than Bollywood Actress Kangna Ranaut. And to get a real life experience of the same, you don’t have to swim across the seven seas. All that you need to do is simply get your hands on the latest edition of Hi! Blitz. ‘Steel Magnolias’ is what the headline states about a never before interview. It is in this interview, wherein, she states all about the A-Z about her life. Full marks to the conceptualizer as well as the photographer for having presented Kangna like never before and maybe never after! She does go on record to say that, “It’s shameful for me to be only 22. When I am in the middle of intense conversations with people, I avoid questions about my age. I have a mind of 45-50 year-old-woman, which is scary. I don’t like to tell people my age. When I have conversations with producers and directors, it’s at a very human level and that’s how I treat people older than me. I can’t connect with people of my age: for me they are way too young. In a way, I have accepted that I feel way too old.”
This is just a glimpse of what to expect in this edition of Hi! Blitz.

After her clothing line became a hit in US, Victoria Beckham is expanding her fashion empire into Russia.

The pop star-turned-fashion designer has secured a distribution deal with one of Russia's top department stores Tsum, reports femalefisrst.co.uk.

The former Spice Girl's dresses have been dress worn by stars like Drew Barrymore, Sarah Jessica Parker and Heidi Klum to red carpet events.

While other children her age have little idea about what they want to do in life, 11-year-old Shillong-born Naphibanroi Khongstid is already fashioning her fledging career as a designer, even picking up an award.

Naphibanroi was awarded the Youngest Designer Award by the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Shillong, and at a fashion show organised here by NIFT, six of her designs were exhibited.

"She is an extraordinary girl and full of talent. She is different from other children and her sketches are very mature for an 11-year-old," Aurineeta Das, an assistant professor at NIFT, Shillong, said.

Naphibanroi, a student of Class 5 at St Mary's, a premier girls' school in the region, is the eldest of three children and her father Malsoma Nongrum is a government servant while mother Bindalin Khongstid is a housewife.

"We are lost for words and we never thought that Naphibanroi would get such an award," Malsoma said referring to the NIFT award.

"We never expected her to be so talented. I remember how she would ask me to get her a bunch of colour pencils rather than Barbie dolls," Malsoma said.

However, Malsoma regretted that most of Naphibanroi's sketches drawn in old school notebooks had been sold as scrap by mistake.

Asked how she began her journey of being a young designer, Naphibanroi told IANS: "I started with drawing cartoons and scenery, but now I like to draw human figures and dresses for them."

"I wanted to be a scientist, but I hope I will a top fashion designer and create beautiful gowns," she added.

Naphibanroi's friend Veneta Lyngdoh Nongbri said: "I can draw a house, but I cannot sketch like her. I am sure she will teach me the art of sketching."

In fact, it was a well-wisher who noticed Naphibanroi's drawings and alerted NIFT, Shillong.

"It is her calling and she should get a bigger platform to showcase her talent," Fashion Society Shillong chairman Aldous Mawlong said.

Rosaline Dhar, Naphibanroi's class teacher, said: "It is a gift and we never expected a child of her age to start designing dresses. She has created a benchmark for the school."

Kingfisher Calendar 2010 Launched by Deepika Padukone Gallery, Fashion Gallery on dhangout.com

Kingfisher Calendar 2010 Launched by Deepika Padukone Gallery, Fashion Gallery on dhangout.com

Imran Khan has got engaged to his longtime girlfriend Avantika Malik. The couple has been dating each other for a very long time. They have always been very open about their relationship. The duo was engaged at the Malik farmhouse in Karjat, Avantika and Imran arrived together at the farmhouse to exchange the rings.
This engagement ceremony witnessed many Bollywood celebrities. Imran’s mamu Aamir Khan came with his wife Kiran Rao and his son Junaid, also Reena, Aamir’s ex-wife was present at the function. Aamir’s entire family was present at this occasion to bless Avantika and Imran. The other guests at the party were Kunal Kohli, Kunal Kapoor, Sarika, Karan Johar and Abhay Deol.

Are high boots back in fashion?The high boots which were seems to be out of fashion some years earlier are again back with most of the big celebrities have been spotted wearing them in big events too.

Priyanka Chopra will make her debut on TV as the host of ‘Fear Factor - Khatron Ke Khiladi’ and says she will be more than up to cracking what's seen to be a male domain.

"Just because I'm a girl it shouldn't be presumed that I can't enter the boys' territory. I'd do the stunts better than the boys," Priyanka told IANS.

The special edition of the show will feature Indian as well as international cricketers competing with each other to vie for the 'Fear Factor - Khaton Ka Khiladi' title for 2010.

"And cricketers are people I'm very cool with. Not that I know the cricket world that well. It will be great getting to know them," said the actress who has her own stunts planned for the show.

"All I can tell you is that the stunts this year are going to be bigger and scarier than they were on the show last year. Now we've male contestants instead of female and I've to match up to them," she said.

"I was getting a lot of television offers for the last couple of years. But the amount of time that those shows required didn't suit me. Besides nothing excited me. 'Fear Factor' is one of my favourite shows. And it goes with my personality. I'm sporty and spontaneous.

"The channel didn't have to convince me much. The pay-cheque? Ah, let's say it's the cherry on the icing," she added.

Priyanka is also excited about shooting for the adventure reality show in Brazil because she has never visited that part of the world.

"I'm looking forward to shooting the show there. I haven't seen Brazil. So July onwards I'm going to be basking in Brazilian territory," she said.

She's India's tennis ace. He's a high-profile Pakistani cricketer. And they're all set to get married in Hyderabad early next month.

Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik are planning a small, private ceremony in Hyderabad, but their match will inevitably generate huge interest in their respective countries.

The couple will be based in Dubai, though Sania will continue to play tennis and represent India, while Shoaib will turn out for Pakistan. The alliance has been blessed by both families.

"This is the biggest day of my life. I have been in the media glare for too long, and would appreciate a little privacy at this very personal moment," Sania, 23, told TOI.

Shoaib, 28, has pledged Sania his support: "I fully understand what it takes to be an international sportsperson. I'll support Sania in her career as long as she wishes to play."

"Representing India at the 2012 Olympics is very important for her, and I will be the proudest husband if she can win a medal for her country," he said.

Bad news for all the women who adore Shahid Kapoor. The actor is set to get engaged this October.

What’s more, Shahid is also tying the knot two months later, in December. Though Shahid and his family are not willing to reveal much, sources say the girl is from a business family in Mumbai and she is a fashion designer.


What’s most interesting about this development is that Shahid, who has been rumoured to have had several relationships in the past, is settling down with a girl chosen by his family. Shahid says, “I am truly getting hitched this year. It’s a special moment for me and my family.”


One of Shahid’s close friends says, “The duo first met each other at a family function and things instantly clicked between them. Seeing the chemistry between them, their respective families asked them if they were willing to take things forward. It was a yes from both sides. We are very happy that they are taking their relationship forward.”


An eyewitness further gave us information that nowadays after wrapping up a shoot, Shahid takes his ladylove out for long drives. Few days ago, they were even seen having dinner at a posh suburban hotel and sources say both were so engrossed in each other’s company that they ended up spending four hours at the eatery.


Before you proceed any further, just look up the date on the calendar. Does it strike you that it's April Fool's Day?!!

We thought that there couldn’t be a better day to play a prank on you. Happy April Fool’s Day.

Frieda pinto may be playing the Next bond girl.Earlier there were rumors that the makers of the movie "Quantum of Solace" had approached Frieda to star opposite Daniel Craig. However, things did not work out, and the plan was scrapped. Now, the makers of the next Bond movie have again short listed Frieda’s name. If she agrees to do the film, she will be the first Bollywood actress to be a Bond girl.

Frieda, who suddenly shot to fame with the international movie Slumdog Millionaire, is one of the most famous and sought after Indian actors in Hollywood. Recently, she bagged a movie by Woody Allen, You Will Meet A Tall Dark Stranger, and she will be paid USD 3 million for the same. Till now, Frieda has appeared on every chat show from Oprah Winfrey, Tyra Banks, Tonight Show with Jay Leno and Late Show with David Letterman.

Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week 2010, day 1 - Gallery, Fashion video, - Dhangout- " youth's only outing adda "

Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week 2010, day 1 - Gallery, Fashion video, - Dhangout- " youth's only outing adda "