Top 10 fashion influencers of 2013.

Fashion mag international recently announced it's list of  the 10 fashion influencers of 2013. Check out the list.

Jennifer Lawrence The goofy glamorous 22-year-old bewitched everyone this year, from The Academy to Jack Nicholson. Christian Dior was quick to scoop her up, naming Lawrence the face of Miss Dior and dressing her for virtually every red carpet appearance of the year. Most notably, her powder pink creampuff of an Oscars gown made headlines when the actress over it on her way up to accept her award for Best Actress, which she made up forin self deprecating spades.

Imran Amed Far from its humble blogger beginnings in 2007, Business of Fashion is one of the best examples of what analysis driven editorial can do in the digital age of fashion. Its evolution to the forefront of the industry was never better captured than with this year’s BoF 500, an international ranking of fashion’s power players, many of whom responded in spades. In kind, Calgary-born founder Imran Amed has catapulted himself to the top of the well-respected charts alongside veteran journos like Tim Blanks, Colin McDowell and Bridget Foley.

Miley Cyrus From the VMAs to our Novemberissue cover to the impending release of her latest controversial video, what hasn’t Miley Cyrus influenced (or should we incited) this year? In the fashion world, it was her wholehearted embracing of the nineties revival that made her the talk of the town as well as Marc Jacobs’ latest It girl.

Richard Baker While he may not be a household name quite yet, the 48-year-old retail tycoon is the reason behind much of Canada’s retail landscape shift of late. As the majority stakeholder in HBC, Baker was the brain behind the purchase (and recently-announcedCanadian opening) of Saks Fifth Avenue as well as 2011’s Zellers Target sell offs. Expect much more from this guy soon.

Kimye They might have clawed their way here, but Kanye West and Kim Kardashian have finally made it to the top of the influential heap, with one very public Givenchy-clad pregnancy, many hyperbole-filled rants and a few Margiela

Hedi Slimane Love him or hate him, the guy’s got staying power. Though his first two collections for Saint Laurent received some very critical backlash (one which made 2012’s recap), they’ve have had major retail successand have maintained front and centre status on the trend circuit, spawning 2013’s grunge redux.

Cara Delevingne The 21-year-old model had an early influential start, being heralded as the model of the season by Style.com’s Spring 2013print issue and the model of the year by BritishVogue. Even with a pretty-bare Fall 2013 walking season, she kept her It status, recently proven fact by Google’s just-released 2013 results, which name her as the top searchedfashion figure in the U.K.

Rihanna Fashion is about Rihanna right now, with designers not only dressing her for events, but dreaming up full collections with her in mind. Upon announcing her as his label’s new face, Balmain designer Olivier Rousteing said, “When the woman that inspires you wears your creations, your vision feels complete.” To boot, Rihanna transferred her fever-pitch album release schedule to fashion, launching three back-to-back collections for both M.A.C. and Brit store River Island in the last few months alone.

Marc Jacobs The influential designer shocked us all when he announced that Spring 2014 would be his last collection as creative director of Louis Vuitton. It’s reported that the decision was a strategic one, helping him prep for an eventual IPO offering of his namesake brand. The exit made way for the return of another titan of design, Nicolas Ghesquière, who replaced him at the helm in November.

Beyoncé The megastar’s explosive December 13th album release almost had us forgetting that this has indeed been a year full of amazing Queen Bey moments from the Superbowl to her starring role in H&M’s swimsuit ads. None of tops the album though, which comes complete with 18 videos chockfull of the icon in various modes of fashion (and world) domination.

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Obj says he will not react to Jonathan's reply. Thank God o!

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said he will not react to the 11-page response letter of President Goodluck Jonathan to his letter.

Obasanjo’s Media aide, Tunde Oladunjoye,  yesterday stated that the ex-president said he had fulfilled his desire to call the attention of Jonathan to salient issues, adding that he would no longer elaborate on the content on the letter.

He states “One, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, GCFR, acknowledges Mr. President’s letter/response. However, Baba, as he already indicated in his December 2, 2013 letter,  does not wish to make further comments beyond the contents of his last letter to Mr. President or react to the said letter/response from Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan. Let me quote from page fourteen, paragraph two of Chief Obasanjo’s letter to Mr. President dated December 2, 2013 and titled Before It Is Too Late:

‘I will maintain my serenity, because by this letter I have done my duty to you as I have always done, to your government, to the party, PDP, and to our country, Nigeria’.

We hope the writing of leta saga is now over?

 

AK-47 Inventor Kalashnikov Dies Aged 94.

Mikhail Kalashnikov, the designer of the world's most popular firearm, has died at the age of 94.

He was in his 20's p AK-47 - "Avtomat Kalashnikov" - was created in 1947 when he was in his 20s two years after the end of World War Two and has sold an estimated 100 million worldwide.

Mr Kalashnikov died in a hospital in Izhevsk, the capital of the Udmurtia republic where he lived, according to a spokesman for the republic's president.

Mr Kalashnikov insisted he did not feel guilt for inventing the weapon
The weapon has become favoured by guerrillas and terrorists, as well as with soldiers of many armies.

But he often said he felt personally untroubled by his contribution to bloodshed.

In 2007, he said: "I sleep well. It's the politicians who are to blame for failing to come to an agreement and resorting to violence."

Russian President Vladimir Putin praised him, saying the Kalashnikov rifle "is a symbol of the creative genius of our people".


An estimated 100 million AK-47s have been sold
Over his career, he was decorated with honours including Hero of Socialist Labour, Order of Lenin and the Stalin Prize.

The weapon's suitability for jungle and desert fighting made it ideal for insurgents backed by the Soviet Union, and Moscow not only distributed the AK-47 widely, but also licensed its production in some 30 other countries.

At a ceremony marking the assault rifle's 60th anniversary, Mr Kalashnikov said: "During the Vietnam War, American soldiers would throw away their M-16s to grab AK-47s and bullets for it from dead Vietnamese soldiers."


Mikhail Kalashnikov died in Izhevsk where he designed what would become the world's most widely used assault rifle 66 years ago.

Premier League Yaya Toure calls for Lionel Messi to join Manchester City

Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure has joined team-mates in urging his former colleague Lionel Messi to make a switch to the Etihad Stadium.

Previously, Messi's Argentina team-mate Sergio Aguero has vocalised his desire to see the double World Player of the Year at City, as did compatriot Pablo Zabaleta.

A move for the Barcelona playmaker would, without a doubt, command a world record £100million-plus transfer fee.

"Yes, he should come to City. Then we'll definitely play together. City should buy him." Sergio Aguero

However, City is one of few clubs who could afford the fee and Messi's wage-bill.

"If it's to come to City, I hope Messi can leave Barca," Toure told the Manchester Evening News.

While striker Aguero, who has partnered Messi in the Argentina team, said: "Yes, he should come to City. Then we'll definitely play together. City should buy him."

Blues full-back Zabaleta revealed his international team-mate often asks about life at the Etihad.

"He asked me a lot about City," said Zabaleta. "It's something we often talk about."

Furthermore, reports from Spain suggests that Messi is unsettled at the Nou Camp, with rumours hinting at a fall-out between the player and Barcelona vice-president Javier Faus over contract talks.

Producer of Rick Ross and Jay Z's new collaboration "DEVIL IS A LIE" has been accused of stealing the beat for the song.

RICK ROSS and JAY Z's new collaboration DEVIL IS A LIE producer has been accused of stealing the beat for the song from another musicmaker.

Ross released the song on music streaming on Thursday (19Dec13), and producer KE On The Track later shared video footage of himself creating the tune online.
However, the short film prompted fellow beatmaker Omar Walker, known by his stage name Major Seven, to take aim at KE On The Track in a series of angry posts on his Twitter.com page on Thursday afternoon, statings he had actually been the brains behind Devil Is A Lie.

Walker wrote, "Rick Ross feat. Jayz Devil is a Lie prod. by Me stolen by @_keonthetrack... this guy is a straight theif (sic)!!!!

He went on by promising to prove his claim to fans in a video of his own, adding, "when i make the beat vid (video) for devil is a lie, it wont be fake like KE's i will show yall every individual sound! and the dates on (recording) sessions (sic)".

KE On The Track appeared to dismiss Walker's allegations by quoting a line from Jay Z's hit Takeover, simply tweeting, "We dont (sic) believe you , you need more people", but he has failed to comment on the issue in more detail.

Walker returned to Twitter on Friday (20Dec13) and suggested the truth will prevail, stating: "sometimes its (sic) just hard to keep silent on issues even when you know that in the LONG RUN, the truth will be LOUD and CLEAR Patience".
KE On The Track had initially been credited as the producer of Devil Is A Lie, but his name has subsequently been removed.
Ross and Jay Z have yet to speak out about the behind-the-scenes dispute.

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List of most celebrities, coaches and other personalities on the internet in Nigeria in 2013.

People within Nigeria searched for some prominent celebrities, coaches and other personalities in 2013 on the internet.Nollywood actress, Mercy Johnson topped the list in 2012.
Now here is the complete list of the most searched people on the internet in Nigeria 2013.

1. Goldie Harvey:

When the new news of this Female celebrity hit the airwaves and blogs, people didn’t believe and they demanded to see pictures of her corpse before they finally held their peace. She died in Denrele’s (Her bestie of life) hands in the hospital. R.I.P Goldie



2. Pope Francis

There has been a lot of controversy surrounding Pope Francis even from the day he was selected as pope, some speculated that he is the antichrist. There was also controversy over his stances on gay rights and some other political issues. Overtime this pope has mingled with the masses more than other popes we have had in the past years.

3. Gonzalo Higuain

Some would convincingly say that 2013 is one of Higuain’s best career year, even though he wasn’t so exceptional (Dodged stones and bottle!). People in Nigeria searched a lot about this player in 2013.

4.Paul Walker:

This fast and furious star died in a motor accident. Nigerians, most out of curiosity(some thought he was a musician though!) went online to search for the cause of his death, his net-worth and his girl friend.


 5. Damoche:

This upcoming musician and student, Olaniyan Damilola, was until his death a student in a Nigerian university and was murdered in front of the school entrance which is believed to be the stronghold of cultists. Some said he was a cultist too, others speculated that it was a battle for girlfriend, money and fame. Nigerians took their time to download his pictures, searched for his real name and the cult group he belonged to.


6. Oscar Pistorius:

This Sport celeb rocked the airwaves for a very long time, he broke world records at the last paralympics and South Africans really love him. He was later arrested for the alleged murder of his pretty girlfriend out of jealously. Trust Nigerians, some searched for words like ‘how pretty is pistorius’s girlfriend’ ‘jealous pistorius kills wife’ ‘pistorius limbs’ and all sorts.

7. Luis Suarez:

Luis Suarez was very controversial all through 2013, his transfer and the number of goals he scored and he moved up the chart of well paid footballers this year as well.

8. Sunday Mba:

He bacame popular at the African nations cup and he has been so for a very long time, most persons wants to know his next move and updates about his new transfer.

9. David Moyes:

He became the toast of many few weeks after the exit of Sir Alex Ferguson as the coach of Manchester United. He has been continuously talked about due to the recent defeats Man U has suffered in the hands of almost all her opponents. Now the entire football nation is all over his case to see his plan ahead of every game.

10. Beverly Osu:

She became popular during the last edition of Big Brother Africa, Beverly said a lot about her growing up, early years in poverty and how her mother pushed drugs just to support her.

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Rivers state Governor dances SKELEWU. OMG

What was the governor doing in this picture? He was obviously dancing the new skelewu Davido fance. OMG

Obie chox of MeanMug records releases new hit.

In an interview with MeanMug Record's No. 1 artist, Obie Chox he speaks of his new hit.

"The name of the track is "No batty Boy" this track is off my mixtape that would drop In  January 2014... The song is strictly against same sex relationships..batty boy In the jamaican patois language means a homosexual..the track is a masterpiece which features samples from d jamaican legend himself SIZZLA KALONJI ..."


You can download and share while we anticipate the new mixtape!

Here's d link http://www.hulkshare.com/dl/8nsc9qo5l340/obie%20chox%20no%20batty%20boy%20ft%20sizzla%20kalonji%20%2031798%202%20.mp3?d=1


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Prolific music video director Sesan loses father to armed robbery attack.

Prolific music video director Sesan Ogunro lost dad in the early hours of this morning Monday December. 23rd.

Mr Sesan Ogunro Snr, was returning from his church Christmas Carol with members of his family, including his children and grand children when they were attacked by armed robbers last night around 10pm in front of their church at the back of Marwa Garden in Alausa Ikeja.

Mr Ogunro was shot point blank by the robbers. He was rushed to the hospital where he died around 12.45am early this morning. He was in his sixties.

Just imagine.
 We at lookbooknaija sympathise with entire family.

Kumuyi- Christmas is Idolatrous.

General Overseer of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry, Pastor W.F Kumuyi, has once again warned members of his church against celebrating Christmas, saying the yearly celebration of Christmas is idolatrous and unscriptural.

He warned that the celebration makes Christians to go back from the commandment of Jesus Christ.

Kumuyi said this at the annual national December convention of the church, which held on Saturday at the church’s camp ground in Ogun State.

He said, “We don’t celebrate Christmas. It actually came from idolatrous background. That is why you don’t hear us sing what they call Christmas carol, Never! We always say it is the December retreat. We are only gathering together because it is the holiday period and love the lord more, and rededicate ourselves more.

“When you find anybody coming in, or any leader, trying to introduce the idolatry of mystery Babylon, that they call Christmas and you want to bring all the Christmas carol saying that is the day that Jesus was born, and you don’t find that in the Acts of the Apostles or in the early church, then you don’t find that in the church either.  If you don’t know that before, now you know.”

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