Evenings with TW - Part 2

www.trinidadweddings.com held its 2^nd Annual Evenings with TW event on January 29, 2015 at the House of Angostura. 

The intention, for the second year running was to provide a forum for wedding and event professionals to network with each other in a relaxed setting.

 

Melissa Besson from The House of Angostura

Simone Sant-Ghuran, Manager/Founder of www.trinidadweddings.com welcomed guests and introduced Melissa Besson, Hospitality Manager at the House of Angostura (above), who gave attendees information on Angostura’s bar services and venue rental facilities.

There was a full house of entrepreneurs and creatives from the wedding and event services industry; and they had a fabulous time networking and socializing with each other!

 

 

Feature speaker, Life Coach - Nigel Wall (see below) took attendees on an inspirational journey on how to tap into their infinite potential.

Guests got to participate in an interactive game on the best practices of entrepreneurial legends. Here’s the winning trio:

 

The winners of the networking game congratulated by Simone Sant-Ghuran, Manager/Founder www.trinidadweddings.com (3rd from left)

There was even a “Get Social” prize which went to photographer Paul Christopher from Walk on Water Photography who used the hashtag #EveningswithTW first, in social media posts before the event.

 

Paul Christopher receiving his prize from Simone Sant-Ghuran, Manager/Founder www.trinidadweddings.com. Photo by Aarti Gosine

Hors d’oeuvres of stuffed baby potatoes, vegetable kabobs, salmon-filled cucumber cups, lamb meatballs, chicken kabobs and tres leches cake, were provided by Les Bourgeois Gourmet Catering.

Photo by Aarti Gosine

Guests sampled prosecco, wines and Daily’s cocktail mixes from Angostura.

There was also local liqueur by Deckie’s Liqueurs in enticing flavours such as: coconut, guava and passion fruit to name a few.

A selection of Deckie's Liqueurs. Photo by Aarti Gosine

The evening ended off on a sweet note too! 

Every guest received a gift of Gina’s Chocolates’ heart-shaped “Razzledazzle” – a dark chocolate shell with a filling of organic raspberries, oranges and white chocolate 

( see below)

Lime.tt sponsored photography and media coverage for the event. 

CLICK here for full event photos from Lime.tt

Are you a wedding vendor/event professional  who would like to attend our next networking event? 

Email us at contactus@trinidadweddings.com and request to be put on our mailing list.  We’d love to see you there!

The Magic Of Love Video Promotion!

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We're celebrating the launch of the 2014 TW Wed-Zine Magazine and the Trinidad Weddings App, download it for free! (Just click the link)

You can win a cell phone sponsored by Cell Mates

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Promotion closes June 18, 2014.
Open to residents of Trinidad and Tobago

Enter Our Magic Of Love Promotion!

We're so excited about the launch of our 2014 TW Wed-Zine Magazine issue that we're in the mood to give away some fabulous prizes!

Imagine getting an entire case of champagne from M&D? or
A gift basket of luxury skincare & fragrance from Stechers Fine Gift Stores? or
A TT$500 gift voucher for home accessories from The Proud peacock?

Head over to our Facebook page!
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Just LIKE our page & write your favourite wedding trend of 2014 on our wall: www.facebook.com/wedzine to enter.
Use the hashtag: #themagicoflove
Open to residents of Trinidad & Tobago
Entries close: midnight May 23, 2014

2014 Trinidad Weddings Magazine is out!

Our magazine's theme this year is the magic of love!

And why not?

At the heart of the matter, isn’t the magic of love what your wedding day and future is all about?

I’m humbled that these pages are graced with so many beautiful images of love, captured through the lens of talented photographers and through the pens of amazing writers.

This issue will carry you on an inspirational journey, from cover to cover. We've featured real Caribbean weddings, engagements and bachelorette parties, as well as designers and artisans, both from Trinidad and Tobago and internationally, who provide products and services for the event and wedding industry. 

Our cover was photographed by the talented Julie Charlett.

So, be prepared to get inspired and go on exciting adventures with us! 

Get the TW Wed-Zine at leading retail outlets in Trinidad & Tobago (check them out here !) 

And of course, our readers world-wide can also get a digital download for MAC, PC and tablets via this link!

Get more wedding planning information & find suppliers on: http://www.trinidadweddings.com


Photos on this post by: Forge Business Imagery

Stechers launches new cosmetic brand from Paris

Luxury goods provider, Stechers invited the TW Wed-Zine Magazine to cover the launch of “Black Up”- a new cosmetic brand from Paris, at its Long Circular Mall perfumery. 

Black Up is the first makeup artist brand created especially for women of colour.  

Guests arriving for the launch

During a TW exclusive interview with Stecher’s General Manager, Simone Agar, she explained the need for yet another cosmetic line to the Stechers’ offering:

 “What we have discovered is that some of our other European makeup brands were producing colours and tones mainly for Caucasian and Asian skin types. We hope that with the launch of Black Up in Trinidad that we will be able to provide all women with both a full palette of foundation options as well brighter pigments for lipsticks, eyeshadows, liquid liners and blushes. “

 

Guests mingling during the launch

Pro Make-up Artist (MUA),  Kirk Thomas - who’s also Creative Director for the Face of T&T and the senior MUA for Miss T&T Universe, helped developed a portfolio of seasonal looks to highlight the versatility and intense pigments of the Black up line.

Tina Hamilton, the Caribbean’s Regional Manager for the French cosmetic company was on-hand at the launch, to showcase how the Black Up line seeks to celebrate the unique nature of ethnic skin.

The Black Up line of cosmetics and fragrances is exclusively available from Stechers at their Long Circular Mall perfumery.

P.S. Don’t forget that Stechers also has its Haven Spa at its Long Circular Mall perfumery, where you can get facials, waxing, massages and more, plus the advice of a medical aesthetician!

Photo credit for makeup shots: Kyle Maloney

MUA for makeup shots: Kirk Thomas

Olay Fresh Effects launches with style, in T&T

Last Thursday, was certainly an evening of fashion, entertainment and beauty education, when I attended Olay's launch of its latest line of skin care products “Olay Fresh Effects” 

The Poolside of the Carlton Savannah Hotel, St. Anns was filled with corporate executives, beauty and fashion bloggers, makeup artists, stylists, media and members of the local, creative sector. 

The launch of Olay Fresh Effects coincides with the current Carnival 2014 season and caters to the needs of females aged 18-35.   

The featured items included: Shine, Shine Go Away (a Shine Minimizing Cleanser), Bead Me Up (an Exfoliating Cleanser), S’ Wipe Out (Refreshing Make Up Removal Cloths), Long Live Moisture (a Satin Finish Lotion) and the BB Cream (a Skin Perfecting Tinted Moisturizer With Sunscreen).

Makeup Artist Renee Milford (right) during her Olay fresh Effects demo

Make-up artist Renee Milford demonstrated the application and beneficial uses of Olay Fresh Effects. 

Following which, there was a fantastic fashion show which showcased various forms of Carnival-wear by local boutiques and designers such as: Bang Bang, Nixpixx, Indulge, Jus Fabulous, The Trunk Show, as well as "Monday Mas" wear by Rhion Rhomany and swimwear by Ela.

 

JW and Blaze pose with swimwear models from the Ela line

 

Reps at Olay Fresh Effects intend to be highly involved and visible during the 2014 Carnival season in Trinidad & Tobago. They hope to feature the brand at several upcoming fetes and Carnival events. So...look out for them ladies! 

Oh...and by the way, did you see the "mother of all swag bags" that I got from the Olay folks? An acrylic kit of full-sized products. 

Photo by: Trinidad Weddings

 All photos provided by Sonique Solutions unless otherwise stated. 

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