FELA! The Musical

FELA! Musical at National Theatre

I went to see the award winning musical Fela! at the National Theatre, Southbank, on Thursday as part of my birthday weekend treat and what an amazing show!

 My FELA! ticket & programme

Produced by Jay-Z and Will and Jada Pinkett Smith, FELA! explores the controversial life of musician and political activist, Fela Kuti, played by Sahr Ngaujah.

Fela created the music genre, Afrobeat, which is a blend of jazz, funk and African rhythms.  The musical is set at Fela's final concert at The Shrine in 1978, six months after the death of his mother where the story of his life is told by the star himself.

 Fela Kuti

The show is filled of two and a half hours of songs and dance routines by Fela and his amazing dancers. Unlike most shows, the Fela! musical actively encourages the audience to stand up and dance which of was absolutely brilliant!

The vivid costume and makeup designs were my favourite part of the musical by far.  FELA! has already won three Tony Awards for Best Costume designs and you only have to see the first few minutes of the show to know why.

Fela! costumes include every type of pattern, texture and vibrant colour from vintage fabrics to simple textures, as well as belts, strings, beads and fur all made to shake and shimmer along with the dancers.

 Cast of FELA!...fabulous costumes! 

The entire audience (minus a few misery guts – as expected!) danced along to the songs which created a really fun atmosphere for the show – considering all the songs had serious political messages reflecting the issues affecting the world i.e. corruption, cultural imperialism, and social issues.

Despite this, FELA! is an uplifting musical tale that will have everybody dancing as it covers issues from civil rights, political corruption, love and freedom and of course the entire Fela Kuti back catalogue of songs for the audience to enjoy.

Check out this videoclip of the FELA! musical I managed to take at the end...enjoy!

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My Style: Alexa Chung Style Guide

I love Alexa Chung's style especially her choice in jackets- she always seems to wear the latest trends!  So I decided to base my new video on Alexa's style.  It's uploaded on  my youtube now so make sure you check it out! :-)

Street Style in New York

American magazine, Essence, took pics of my sister in New York for their street style feature. How ironic she was actually shopping for my Christmas present.  What can I say? I guess style runs in the family! ;-)

 Coat - Zara
Bag - Juicy Couture

Scarf - Vintage store

Skinny Jeans - Citizens of Humanity

Boots - Marks & Spencer

Sole Essentials - Shoe Shopping at Westfield London

Westfield London

Westfield's has the best shoe shops in London because with over 30 footwear stores under one roof with the best ranges from high street to designer, it makes shopping the ultimate experience - easy and hassle free.

There are a few things every woman must bare in mind when accessorising their outfit – a killer pair of heels.

We all know how accessories can either make or break an outfit. Every fashionista knows the importance of a great pair of heels thanks to style icon Carrie Bradshaw who brought out the shoe lover in all of us!

So where is the best place to find the best range of shoes all under one roof? If you’re looking for the ultimate shopping experience then head to Westfield’s London.

No need to go travelling from one street to an other.  With more than 260 shops under one roof, you are destined to find the perfect heels at Westfield. Platform heels, bold patterns, neutral colours or animal prints, Westfield’s has the best of the high street and designer brands including my favourites Kurt Geiger, Office, Aldo and New Look.  With Westfield’s large range of shoe shops, there is something for everyone including shoe stores for men’s Sole and Schuh.

10 minutes from the West End so you can travel by tube and a large car park underground travelling to Westfield is simple.  After all the shopping, you can grab a bite to eat too with most restaurant and bars open until midnight - perfect!

When it comes to shoe shopping at Westfield, you are destined to step out in style. So happy shopping fashionistas! 

Perfect Pink Polka Netbook Case

If you are looking for the perfect pink netbook case then I've found it!

Sick of big bulky netbook cases?  Well Amazon.co.uk is selling lots of netbook cases and bags in a range of different sizes and colours. I found the perfect little netbook case to fit my netbook which is 10.1"inchs.  Pink with white polka dots, this case can fit any netbook size between 7" and 10.2" inchs.

 Polka-dot pink and white netbook case

I love the colour very cute and girly and best of all the netbook can carry a charger, A5 size notebook, pens and even your magazine and phone too!

 

I can fit my netbook, netbook charger, diary, magazine and phone! (shoulder strap at the bottom)

It's also available in purple and blue - buy yours today here!

Vivienne Westwood Launches Eco-Friendly Stationery!

  Stationery available online!

Queen of Green Vivienne Westwood has launched a line of must-have eco-friendly stationery.  Go V!

Made from recyled paper, the stationery lines include 2011 diaries and notebooks in classic Westwood styles.

I ♥ the yellow tartan cover for the A5 sized monthly planner diary - perfect size to fit into every fashionista's handbag!

Tartan diary - my favourite item from Westwood's stationery line

Perfect stocking fillers and gifts just in time for Christmas! The stationery is in-stores now and is also available to buy online here. Happy shopping!

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Prince William & Kate Middleton Announce Engagement!♥

 Kate and William announce their engagement!♥

Today the most anticipated engagement of the decade had finally been confirmed - Prince William is to marry Kate Middleton next year!

The Prince revealed he gave his long-term girlfriend the distinctive blue sapphire ring that once belonged to his mother, Diana - Princess of Wales.

In an exclusive interview this evening with his fiance beside him, he declared to journalists he chose his Diana's engagement ring as wanted to make sure his mother "didn't miss out on the excitement".

Prince William has given Kate Middleton his late mother's engagement ring

Kate told reporters that joining the Royal Family was a "daunting prospect". But she added: "Hopefully I'll take it in my stride."  Prince William said, "The timing is right now, we are both very, very happy."

Clarence House issued a statement today: 

"The wedding will take place in the spring or summer of 2011, in London. Further details about the wedding day will be announced in due course.

Prince William and Miss Middleton became engaged in October during a private holiday in Kenya.

Prince William has informed The Queen and other close members of his family. Prince William has also sought the permission of Miss Middleton's father.

Following the marriage, the couple will live in North Wales, where Prince William will continue to serve with the Royal Air Force."

 The happy couple laughed and joked through their first public interview

Princess Diana married Prince Charles in 1981 so unfortunately I missed out on that one :-( but this time I will get to see a Royal wedding how exciting!