Goal by Fozia Hammad - Pakistani Fashion Extravaganza 2009

Goal by Fozia Hammad had a collection of golden and silvery toned evening dresses on show at the Pakistan Fashion Extravaganza:

I have to say I prefered the gold/cream coloured outfits to the silver/greys. I think the embroidery works really well in the outfits below, and she has created some unusual necklines which look really elegant




Most of the designers showed what looks like it could be a bridal outfit for their last outfit of the runway, and although the type of outfit doesn't really fit with the parade of dresses shown before, it still fits in with the whole look of the collection...you could almost imagine a bride wearing this outfit and her bridesmaids in one of the dresses from above.

Faiza Samee collection at Pakistan Fashion Extravaganza

The Pakistan Fashion Extravaganza took place at the Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel in London on the 18th April 2009. There were a range of Pakistani designers showing diverse collections.

Let's start with the Faiza Samee collection. There were bright colours, and a lot of beautiful floaty fabrics. If you click on each image, for a larger view, you can see all the small details that go into each outfit to create interesting shapes and avoid the cloak/poncho look.

The collection also had some darker coloured outfits, still on the floaty theme, but with slightly heavier fabrics and layering for more eveningwear type of look:


The finale of their show was this outfit, which showcased wedding wear, whilst still keeping true to the style of the collection - bright colours, floating fabrics and layering, but this time with heavier embroidery and a more fitted shape:


Overall, I really liked this collection, I'm not sure I'd feel comfortable wearing the first 3 outfits in England, but stick me on a beach or in a warmer climate and I'd happily wear them out and about. Another thing that's great about these outfits is that that majoriry don't show too much skin, making them ideal for the ladies out there who want to look fashionable and feel beautiful without showing off their arms and legs.

For more info on these outfits, visit the Faiza Samee facebook page

Many thanks to Shahid Malik for the photos.

Alankar House of Sarees at the Manchester Asian Lifestyle Wedding and Fashion Exhibition

Alankar House of Sarees ended the show at the Manchester Asian Lifestyle Wedding and Fashion Exhibition. They didn't show any casual suits, instead opting for a catwalk full of heavy lehngas and saris:

They too had some velvets in their collection:

The gold outfit below would have to be my favourite out of the whole show:

They also showcased some menswear:


That brings and end to the my photos from the Asian Lifestyle Wedding and Fashion Exhibition which took place in manchester earlier on this year.

Coming up I've got some pics from the Pakistan Fashion Extravaganza 2009 that took place in London on 18th April.

Sai Fashions at the Manchester Asian Lifestyle Wedding and Fashion Exhibition

Sai Fashions had a range of ladieswear, menswear and a few kids outfits too on display at the Manchester Asian Lifestyle Wedding and Fashion Exhibition. Their theme for the show was something along the lines of angels or fairies...so don't be suprised to see a few fairy wands and tinsel halos:

These four childrens outfits started the show. I like the black outfit best, with the harem pants (or genie pants as I like to call them!) I'm actually a bit surprised there wasn't a ladieswear version of this type of suit on show from any of the designers.


What do you think of these two velvet outfits? I'm not entirely convinced, the first suit, with the purple velvet jacket looks a bit too heavy for the summer. As for the other lehnga suit, the top looks a little too plain to go with that fully embroidered skirt, I think you'd really need to accessorise with big earrings and a big necklace.


I like 2 out of the 3 outfits in this last photo...can you guess which ones?? I really don't like the sickly shiny orange and pink lehnga, it stands out for all the wrong reasons! I like the yellow churidar suit, although I'd try and get it with short sleeves :)

Anjalis Boutique at the Manchester Asian Lifestyle Wedding and Fashion Exhibition

Anjalis Boutique, another Manchester based store was up next on the catwalk at the Asian Lifestyle Wedding and Fashion Exhibition. There was something a bit different/unique about these outfits compared to all the usual outfits you see. I think the main thing that stood out was the choice of colours they had on display:



I find the two outfits above have a very "earthy/boho" kinda look to them.


I think this outfit is really pretty. The colours work well together and even though it's not one of those really bright in-your-face outfits, the use of gold adds a hint of sparkle and make this outfit shine from afar.

They had a few other outfits on show too, which were the more typical kind of suits, you can see on the youtube video of show: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZtFEkB7WwU

Parineeta at the Manchester Asian Lifestyle Wedding and Fashion Exhibition

The collection from Manchester-based Parineeta was up next on the catwalk at the Asian Lifestyle Wedding and Fashion show:

They started off with some menswear...and masks! Both these outfits are quite heavily embroidered all over, I much prefer the gold suit to the red one.


They then had some churidar suits including the traditional style full-sleeved red and blue suit above, and the more modern pink and gold suit above.
I like the contrasting combination of the red and blue, and you can just see in the photo the diamond cut-outs in the sheer sleeves.
I'm not a big fan of the pink and gold outfit! That shade of pink really doesn't appeal to me and I don't like the tutu-style border/fringing. I also think colour combination-wise, silver embroidery works much better with light shades of pink than gold does. The outfit does have some things I like about it though :) and I think the draping of sheer fabric over the top looks good, and is not something I've seen before.


Finally, Parineeta had some skirt and lengha suits. I like both of these, although I'm not entirely sure about the exposed netting at the bottom of the white outfit. Whilst I do think a bit of revealed netting can look good in some place (for example in this outfit), on the white suit above it just doesn't look right to me.

That was all from Parineeta, they had a few other outfits on the catwalk, but thanks to the unusual posing (and probably my poor photography skills!) I didn't get any clear photos of those!

A whole host of model castings and opportunites!

I thought I'd take a quick break from the catwalk photos to share some modelling opportunities that have landed in my inbox lately! (Don't worry, I'll still be posting the rest of the photos from the Manchester Asian Lifestyle Wedding and Fashion Exhibition 2009)

I know there are lots of beautiful guys and girls who'd love to be featured in the likes of Asiana, Asian Woman, Viya and all the rest. So here's how you could get your big break:

Asian Fusion is another new asian magazine on the scene, they're due to launch in September and sent out the following to members of their facebook group:

If anyone is interested in taking part in the auditions for the ASIAN FUSION magazine launch cover, please drop us an email on production@one2onemedia.co.uk

Auditions will be held in Central London and Midlands.

Winner will be be given the opportunity to be the cover model of Asian Fusion magazine, as well as the face for all promotional material including billboards, posters, flyers etc.


Veteran magazine Asiana are also having a casting event:

Asiana’s next Model Casting - MALES & FEMALES:
The casting takes place on Friday 22nd May at the Sheraton Skyline Hotel, Bath Road, Hayes, Middx, UB3 5BP.

The casting will take place from 9pm to 11pm. Please arrive promptly and you will be given an estimated time for your casting, which will take approximately 10 – mins, and include a casting photo session.

The casting is part of Asiana’s Model Search Party, so you can bring up to 3 friends along with you to enjoy the whole evening, which includes complimentary food by Madhu’s and DJ’s/dancing until 3am. Parking is available on site.

Please read the additional information on your Invitation Card.

Please confirm your attendance by email: models@asianamag.com

This should include your name, address, phone number and one current picture. The invitation cards will be posted to your address.

You may also send any queries to the above email address.

Look forward to seeing you there!

Yours sincerely,

Anisha Vasani
Editor, Asiana Magazine


Finally, not exactly a modelling opportunity, but Asiana are looking for some bachelors! See details below:

Asiana is holding the final casting for bachelors for 2009!!!

If your aged 24-35 and single, Asiana is looking for you to feature in our bachelors 2009.You will be required to feature in a photoshoot which will be in our summer along with questions about yourself!

Remember, lady's want to know all about you, so this is where you get the chance to steal their hearts. You will also be invited to our exclusive Asiana bachelors party 2009, which is destined to be even bigger and better than last year.

So if you think you have what it takes.

Email a face picture, along with stats such as occupation, ethnicity and age to models@asianamag.com, with the title “bachelors 2009”

Apply now, as we have limited spaces remaining


Good luck to all potential models, and if you attend any of the casting events get in touch or leave a comment cause I'd love to hear about your experiences!