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Crowning glory!

The 14th annual National Awards of the Sri Lanka Association of Hairdressers and Beauticians (SLAHAB) will be taking place on April 3 and 4 at the Galadari Hotel in Colombo.

As the largest and sole national level competitive platform for hairdressers and beauticians to display their talents, the National Awards opens its doors for all professionals in the field.

“The purpose of this event is to unite the entire beauty industry and to give equal training and opportunities to all; young and old, qualified or non-qualified, in line with the highest professional standards,” said SLAHAB Founder President Nayana Karunaratne. She also added, “the National awards represents all communities and individuals.”

The two-day competition will include 12 distinct categories – Fashion on Long Hair Day Style, Fashion on Long Hair Gents, Trend Cut Ladies, Trend Cut Gents, Nail Art, Elegant Evening Hair Style, Bridal Hair Style, Bridal Make Up, Fantasy Hair Style and three Junior categories for those aged below 25 in Bridal Hair Style, Elegant Evening Hair Style and Bridal Make Up. In addition, the 2011 National Awards will also include a special Colour Trophy sponsored by L’Oreal for all salon staff skilled in hair colour.

Gold, Silver and Bronze winners will be chosen in each category with awards and prize money presented to each while the L’Oreal Colour Trophy will be presented to a single champion along with prize money. All participants will receive special gifts courtesy of SLAHAB.

Providing much more than a competitive stage, the National Awards will be an opportunity for participants to develop themselves.

The rules of competition and judging criteria will be maintained strictly according to international standards and special training demonstrations will be conducted for competitors, during the event as well as beforehand every Monday and Tuesday in Colombo.

Recognised talent will be given the opportunity to gain training and be a part of the international competitions to be held in 2011 by the Organisation Mondiale Coiffure (OMC) – the world’s biggest beauty organisation – including the OMC Championship to be held in Milan and OMC Asia Cup in Okinawa.

All foremost hair and beauty professionals in the country will be gracing the event, making it an opportunity for all amateurs to display their talent to the finest expertise.

The event will further encompass a buzz of activity through out both days with hair, beauty and fashion related trade stalls, events and fun filled audience competitions. The 14th annual SLAHAB National Awards is sponsored by Renew Hair Colour, Earth Essence, Glamours, L.A. Girl, L’Oreal Professional and City & Guilds.

Registrations close on April 1. For further information contact SLAHAB on 0112596221.

Fashionista

Striking hues

The HSBC Colombo Fashion Week left a long lasting impact on the Sri Lankan glamour and fashion scene. Fashion enthusiasts crowded to Hilton Hotel to witness the latest designs by talented up coming designers as well as fashion experts.

Here we bring you more pictures of the designs which enthralled viewers. The models were snapped by our photographer

Lalith C Gamage.

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Kaushalya joins Cantaloupe

Ruwini Jayawardana

The sight was simply breath-taking. Sexy, alluring and provocative - the individually designed pieces capture the essence of elegance and Sri Lanka’s exotic flavour. Exclusively designed for individual customers the jewellery dazzled onlookers as it was displayed at Cantaloupe Boutique, Colombo.

The earrings and bangles were designed by Kaushalya Piyasiri who was educated in London and the Polimoda Florence. Many aspects have motivated the self-assured and confident young designer. Her first brush with inspiration was during childhood via her grandmother’s jewellery. Later she drew more ideas from art, music and personalities.

Each jewellery design has a story to relate for they all have a unique touch. The latest designer to be added to the Cantaloupe Jewels’ family, Kaushalya had entwined multi-coloured gemstones: sapphires, rose quartz, aquamarines, topaz and amethyst, to her designs to make it a creation of luxury and simplicity. Speaking at the event which unveiled Kaushalya’s collection Cantaloupe Jewel’s Managing Director Yasser Farook said, “We are always eager to add talented young designer’s work to our collection. Dimitri Jayasuriya, Sarrah and Armil Sammoon join hands with me in this project. We are taking steps to steer the gem and jewellery design industry in the island in a novel direction.”

Cantaloupe jewels have been in business since 2008 but opened doors to their boutique only six months ago.

Three local designers and three international designers are already in alliance with them, displaying their jewellery.

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High Tea with

‘Soft Wave’:

Trendy outfits were donned by models as they stepped out into the terrace at Galle Face Hotel. The designs encompassing striking colours are the latest of Soft Wave Gallery Boutique, Havelock Road, Colombo 5. The event was choreographed by Oline De Bond. Models Taniya, Judy, Alison, Kristina and Chami were featured exhibited the outfits.

‘T-shirt Bra’ :

New trend in lingerie

Triumph Sri Lanka launched it’s exciting ‘T-shirt Bra’ collection in a novel and exciting fashion to the Sri Lankan market at the Crescat Boulevard recently. The launch ceremony incorporated for the first time in Sri Lanka the ‘Flash Mob’ concept, bewildering and amazing all the shoppers with delight with the theme been ‘Colour your World’. The Triumph ‘T-shirt Bra’ has been an international sensation and now Sri Lankan consumers can have the privilege of enjoying this product.

The Triumph T-Shirt Bra collection comes in nine vibrant colours such as hot pink, turquoise blue, apricot orange, rosa alcool, laguna blue and more and gives the wearer not only ultimate comfort but extreme style.

It consists of three unique styles which can be woven as a halter, cross-back and basic style.

T-shirt bra’s are in high demand with consumers who wish to have a smooth finish when wearing t-shirts and other outerwear. Wearing colourful Bras within simple white T-shirts has become the in-thing among the fashion conscious and Sri Lankan fashionistas.

“We are very excited to introduce the internationally famous Triumph T-shirt Bra to consumers in Sri Lanka.

“Triumph has always been an innovator in branded lingere in Sri Lanka and this new collection will mark the beginning of a slew of new product launches that will wow our consumers in 2011,” Triumph International General Manager Shalindra Fernando said commenting on the T-shirt Bra launch.

Apparel night at Nightingale’s karaoke lounge

Calling all ‘fashionistas’! Come sing your heart out at the Nightingale’s karaoke lounge as they put together an entertaining night full of prizes and surprises. Be it you are in the business of apparel making, a fashion designer, a fashion editor or even simply a trend setter, come sing the night away as we prep you for an extreme Friday night experience.

The ‘Apparel Night’ comes alive on March 25 from 9 pm. So head over to the Nightingale’s karaoke lounge and enjoy super discounts on all beverages while enjoying the exciting snack menu on offer. Win fabulous gifts by participating in the ‘Hidden Song’ competition and sing your heart out to be elected as the best Female/Male singer.

They are calling all crooners, rockers and ‘wanna be’ disco divas from far and wide to come and sing those blues away or just relax and enjoy the atmosphere while they prepare to host the finest Karaoke evening in town.

The Nightingale karaoke lounge at the Galadari is the perfect venue to relive the nostalgia of yesteryears, with an impressive song selection and welcome cocktails on the house.

Galadari will be the place to be on March 25. If you fancy yourself a bit of a star and believe in the magic of music, head over and let loose with friends as you enjoy the ultimate ‘Rock Star’ experience they have in store for you.