Social Tips for FNO 2011

Fashion Night Out is slowly becoming one of the most anticipated events on the fashion calendar in Jamaica. It’s that one night where a long list of selected stores have an amazing sale out on all or most of their items in stock. When you add that up you get shopping, shopping, shopping!! It’s truly a great experience. Nothing puts me in a better mood than shopping and I’m so happy when everybody else is just out there with me being thrilled by something they just bought and all excited!!! It is just absolutely Fantastic! The experience only comes around once a year and this year’s Fashion Night Out has been scheduled for September 8, 2011 from 5pm – 10pm. From previous experience the streets can get very hectic, and you can also mull around form 5pm to 10 pm and unfortunately come home empty handed. Well this year we had whipped up some foolproof tricks so that you and yours can have the ultimate experience from start to finish. Follow these tips an all you need at the end of the night is a ride home.

SOCiAL Chat: JAM2 Productions

Today Social Kingston is shining the spotlight on Jam2 Productions. Churning out hits such as Kartel's Beyonce Wine on the 'Side Walk University' rhythm and Nah Climb on the Americk rhythm as well as Lady Saw's 'Beg you some money nuh' on their Summer Bounce rhythm, Jam 2 Productions has come to be associated with quality dancehall productions.Having worked with some of the biggest names in dancehall such as Vybz Kartel, Lady Saw, Sean Paul, Anthony B, they have rightfully earned their respect and confirmed their relevance in little over ten years. Among their catalog of productions are Sugar Cane Rhythm, New Moment rhythm, Pull up rhythm, and Splash Out rhythm just to name a few. More Recently (2011) they have released both Ska and Action rhythm which features quite a few young talents such as Keda, Lisa Hyper, and Khago.

Q: What are your full names?
A: Jammy 'Jam2' James & Camar 'Flavaunit' Doyles

Q: Occupation?
A: Jammy- Music Producers, Camar- Recording Artist

Q: How long have you been in the music industry?
A: A bit over 11years

Q: Of all the things you wanted to do why did you choose music?
A: Music allows us to express ourselves freely, It's what comes to us naturally without any extensive thought process, we find it very fulfilling, exciting and it keeps us very happy and well accomplished after every unique project.

Q: Do you believe that music impacts the society to the extent that critics say it does?
A: Well, if the critics are talking about it and even going as far as to agree that it does then I guess the answer to this question would already be... Yes! We do believe that music has a very big impact on society.

Q: Dancehall is undoubtedly a very raw brand of music. Do you think that that element of dancehall needs to be curbed?
A: We think if its raw, why curb it? But in a business world where record sales is the objective, we do think that curbing the sound of raw dancehall in order for it to reach a broader market and audience wouldn't be such a bad idea, it would more help to cross our sound and our culture.

Q: Ten, twenty years down the line, if people were to use one word to describe your music what would you want that to be?
A: "FIRE!!!!!"

Q: Apart from dancehall what genre of music do you listen to the most?
A: We listen to everything but we do enjoy Hip-Hop and and a few Pop Records

Q: What does the Jam 2Productions team do when they’re not doing music?
A: We spend time with our families and we try to enjoy a few party scenes "Chug It" is one of our favorite events.

Q: If I could give you a three-day vacation pass for anywhere in Jamaica where would you go?
A: Hedonism II or Breezes Resorts

Q: How important is image to you and why?
A: Image is everything to us! It is very, very important... we take our image thing very seriously because it ties us in even more with our fans and the general public, and it also gives us a sense of pride and it makes us feel confident when heading out on the road to take on the next job. People tend to respect you more based on how you carry yourself.

Q: Name one fashionable item that you have too much of?
A: Shoes/ Sneakers

Q: Name a piece of Jewellery you cant leave home without.
A: Our Chains and Time piece


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SOCiAL Advice: Crop it Out!

This pic has been up and around on blackberry messenger profiles and it probably surfaced somewhere on the internet. It is popular because it resonates with us. Its message is simple: focus on what’s important. And invariably what should be most important to each of us is our own selves. 

We all come to points in our lives where we feel we need to make drastic change. Not only is this normal, it is necessary and admirable. The capacity to improve (especially dramatically) is one of those things that separate human beings from animals. What is detestable is maintaining unhealthy relationships or practices for whatever excuses.

SOCiAL Trend: NEONS

This is probably my favourite time of year. Even if you have work or school there is just something that's so much more relaxed than Januarys or Septembers. Blue skies, a big bright sun, little kisses from the wind...... oh boy I Love Summers!!

What's Up: Osmosis

Jamaicans live to be entertained and Kingston is the dealer that provides us with the limitless intoxicating drug of parties that we can never get enough of. When we're at home or work from day to day we start to get restless. We fidget and itch, waiting for our fix, the sight of home or work nauseates us and then we remember, "Yes the weekend starts today = Party!!" We are a social hub for flashing lights and urban entertainment at it's best.



Most brands of parties are enough to get us out of the dump and settle our minds but there are some brands that are raw, strong, potent. People will pay top dollar for one go of it,  some of the best highs you can imagine and one of those brands is OSMOSIS. Osmosis is definitely one of those events that people have on their calendars from the 1st of January. It's rare; only twice per year and party junkies, and fashion fanatics never miss the opportunity. This is truly an exquisite drug. The party is super all inclusive; from the venue, to food and drink, to the music to unedited fashion, Osmosis creates the ultimate experience.

SOCiAL Chat : Kim Nain

Singing sensation Kim Nain is fast becoming the most sought after live act. The young singer is thrilling her audiences with her powerful vocals and commanding stage presence, being described as Toni Braxton meets Alicia Keys, Jennifer Hudson with a hint of Rihanna.

Kim Nain was invited to perform and open the show for Fashion Connections as the voice of the future after her outstanding performance at Village Blues Bar in May 2010. Distinguished guests Jeff Robinson who is Alicia Keys

Designers We Adore: Minka

Q: What is your name?

A: Gillian Natalia Patrice Francis

Q: What is your occupation?

A: I like to say I’m a creative being; I don’t like to be labeled because I do so many things apart from being a fashion designer

Q: What/who inspired you to become a fashion designer?

A: To be honest I didn’t want to become a fashion designer per se, I wanted to do music and drama but because of a low budget I always made my own clothes and people started liking it and because the music wasn’t really happening right away I got into fashion and before I knew it my friends started writing me up in the newspaper then I showcased on Dweight Peters’ show and from there it just blew up.

Q: How would you describe the type of fashion that you promote?

SOCiAL HotSpot: Sexy Tuesdays

Event: Sexy Tuesdays
Promoters: Samantha and Jermaine McGregor in collaboration with 007
Location: "El Negro y Blanco"  3 Dumfries Rd, Kgn 5 (New Kingston)
Sponsor: Bullet Energy Drink

So I'm home on Tuesday night doing absolutely nothing. So my friend calls me up and she's like lets go hang out somewhere. I'm like 'LOL its a tuesday though aint ntn much do except clubbing and I not feeling a club vibe.' OH BOY WAS I WRONG!!!







Sexy Tuesdays is new event on the calendar that is exactly what Kingston needs on a tuesday night: a HANGOUT SPOT! We only have a few and not many of them are out doors and relaxed enough. Its like a half a party meets a half a liming spot meets do anything you wanna do while you're there.... brillant huh?

SOCiAL Trend: Crop Tops

The social scene is use to ladies baring their midriffs, we've seen it in the 90's and now its back with a very elegant appeal..... Crop tops 2011. These tops of the moment are much more fitted and sophisticated and they literally look like you wore half your shirt out, this gives them a certain charm and personality.

 

Most ladies may try to shy away from wearing a crop top because

Boutiques We Love: Little Black Dress

We all need clothes. Yes, need. What we want is clothes that look great. The KA Bloggers are on the hunt for hot, trendy boutiques that you can go and check out to find stuff that suit your personal style. Every other Saturday we'll be profiling a hot boutique for you. The first in this saga is the Little Black Dress. So this post is for the ladies.

Little Black Dress is a cosy, eclectic, quaint little boutique that really gives you the feeling of being at home with friends picking out an outfit to wear later. That is why I shop there. It caters to women of all ages. The prices are reasonable and of course the selection is hot. Why not go check it out for yourselves!!




Owners: Shelly-Ann Daley and Racquel Lawla
  Address: 94 1/2 Old Hope Road, Kingston 5
Opened: Over 2 years ago


Why it was started?

Shelly says Fashion is her passion. She realizes the cliché but confirms its factuality. Clothes are her thing, while hair is Racquel's thing. Racquel owns a salon just next door to the boutique. It was always her dream to open a boutique, so she teamed up with Shelly-Ann who had the "know-how".

Who hasn't been to Scotchie's yet?

They've been around for a some time and to me and my friends, they are the perfect stop for a quick, inexpensive meal. Two to ten of us will stop by. We may be staying to eat or we may be on the way to somewhere else. Our orders will range from (my favorite) the jerk pork to chicken, sausage or fish. We get our meal and then it's siting, chatting, laughing and finger-licking.