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A Short Reflection: * About Us: MISSION STATEMENT Chief Editor Like a Phoenix from the ashes, RED INK Magazine has risen. It is here to deliver incredi ble images and stories of your favorite artists, actors, singers, bands, events, models. design ers and lifestyle news from the Caribbean and beyond. RED INK Magazine will always rep resent the people and culture of the Caribbean and West Indies, but we will not hesitate to include interesting people and culture from the rest of the world. RED INK Magazine will be one of the trend setter when it comes to delivering Caribbean entertainment and lifestyle news to the people. We will provide updates on concerts, events and music festivals. There will be introduc tions of new and upcoming artists from Reggae, Soca, Hip Hop, R&B and other genres. And let’s not forget interviews and bios of all of your favorite performers that you know, love and follow. We hope you all love the new internet based format; the times have changed and so have we. You can now enjoy short video clips and links within the pages of our publication. Yet, know that even though the magazine is online, it is designed to be read like a traditional maga zine, turning pages and enjoying incredible, visually stunning spreads, and let’s not forget about our beautiful centerfold models that will grace the center spread of the magazine each REDmonth.INK Magazine is here to stay and we aspire to be “THE” Caribbean Entertainment Magazine providing all of our readers with the stories and interviews they crave, the beautiful imagery they desire, and the design standard that we refuse to compromise.
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TRENETTE NORRIS Winner for Mrs. American 2022 - Mrs World next! Mrs. New Jersey American, Trenette Norris, 31, from West Orange, New Jersey, was crowned the 2022 Mrs. American at the annual Mrs. American pageant held on Friday, August 19, 2022, at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. The two-hour event, held at the International Theatre, where Elvis Presley once played, featured 48 delegates from across America, vying to win the coveted title of Mrs. American. Each delegate competed in three areas of competition, including interview, swimsuit, and evening gown. This is the 3rd year of the Mrs. American pageant, the sister pageant to Mrs. America, owned by David & Elaine Marmel. Celebrating this occasion in a packed Theatre of family and friends, were many former Mrs. America's, Mrs. American's and Mrs. World's to welcome Trenette Norris into this elite group of exceptional women who have come before her. The winner of Mrs. American receives an all-expense paid trip to compete at the next Mrs. World, where she will com pete with ladies across the globe for the title of Mrs. WorldTrenette2022.Norris was crowned Mrs. New Jersey American on June 4th, 2022 at the Claridge Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The feeling of being the third ever Mrs. New Jersey American and to have the opportunity to become the next Mrs. American would be a dream come true. Trenette's dream would then become a reality as she was crowned the 2022 Mrs. American, Ilsy Hoo, the state director for the New Jersey America pageants, was beyond elated to have the first national title holder from New Jersey. Her dedication to her New Jersey queens, for the weeklong job interview at Nationals in Las Vegas, proved to be more rewarding than imaginable.
For more information about the Mrs. New Jesrsey and Miss New Jersey for America Strong pageants, please contact the director, llsy Hoo at njamericapageant@gmail.com or visit their www.newjerseyamericapageant.comwebsiteTrenetteisalicensedtravelagentwhohas a pas sion for helping foster youth to persevere in life and to see all of the possibilities that are in front of them. Her personal platform "Hunger & Homelessness with an emphasis on the benefits of being a foster child after foster care". As a former foster child, Trenette lived in over 500 foster homes and she understands the struggles that lie ahead. During her reign, she plans to start her own 501(c)(3) transitional home for foster children named "The Snow Flake Foundation". Just like snowflakes there are no two foster children the same. All children deserve love, dignity, and indi vidual attention so that they can thrive and be suc cessful. Working alongside the Victoria's Voice foundation and Beauty for Good, the official chari ty of the Mrs. American organization, Trenette will also be an advocate for raising awareness of the opioid epidemic that is destroying our generations on a massive scale. The Mrs. America organization is very proud to have Trenette Norris as the 3rd Mrs. American. Please follow her journey to Mrs. World and throughout her reign at www.mrsamerica.com, Facebook @MrsAmericanPresents and on Instagram @MrsAmericanOfficial. For scheduling appearances, please email info@mrsamerica.com.
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RED INK MAGAZINE The Earl Scruggs Music Festival Sept, 2-4, 2022 Tryon International Equestrian Center 25 International Blvd, Mill Spring, NC 28756 Top1100 SONGS this month Top1100 MOVIES this month 1- About Damn Time by Lizzo 2- As It Was by Harry Styles 3- Late TalkingNight by Harry Styles 4- Get Into It (Yuh) by Doja Cat 5- First Class by Jack Harlow 6- Sunroof f/Dazy by Nicky Your 7- Numb Little Bug by EM Beihold 8- Running Up That Hill (A Deal with God)t by Kate Bush 9- I Like You .. f/Doja Cat by Post Malone 10- Big Energy by Latto 1- DC League of Super-Pets2Nope 3 Thor: Love and Thunder 4- Minions: The Rise of Gru 5- Top MaverickGun: 6- Where the Crawdads Sing 7- Elvis 8- The Black Phone 9- Jurassic DominionWorld: 10- The Lost City EVENTVISIT to Oliver's Historical 50th....Dont miss it!!! All Oliver wants for his 50th? For u to come and see what the new generation is bringing on stage with him. Guilty with Explanation is a must see $50.00 / VIP $65.00 Get Tickets ! NOW www.jamaicanshoppingclub.com!!! 6
RED INK MAGAZINE 7 Bringinggrass,Americana, and roots music together with fans who have a true apprecia tion for the music, the Earl Scruggs Music Festival is a multi-day cele bration of Carolina.CommunitymusicWNCW-FMNC,centermuseumScruggsshipsentedFestivalScruggsregion.turemusicalandcontributionsincredibleScruggs’Mr.therichculoftheTheEarlMusicispreinpartnerbytheEarlCenter,aandculturallocatedinShelby,andpublicradioaflagshiprootsstationlocatedatIsothermalCollegeinWesternNorthTheinauguralfestivalwilltake place Labor Day weekend 2022 at the impressive Tryon International Equestrian Center in Mill Spring, NC. This unique venue set at the foot of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains offers onsite camping, lodging, restaurants, experiences, and much contacthttps://earlscruggsmusicfest.com/earl-scruggs/more.tickets@tryon.comorcall828-278-8088 NIGHTLIFE OUT HOTSPOTS this month Check The Earl Scruggs Music Festival Sept 2-4, 2022 Brit's Pub 1110 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403 Ph (612) britspub.comWebsite:332-3908
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TN: “The SnowFlake Foundation”, is my legacy proj ect. I plan to start my own 501(c)(3) transitional foster home for foster children called “The SnowFlake Foundation”, because just like snowflakes there are no two foster children the same they all deserve individual love, attention, direction and resources so that they can thrive and be successful. Also, I am writing a children’s book called “The Fallen SnowFlake”. I plan to use my book to uplift, empower & inspire children in unique situations and fund my many charitable causes/organiza
REDINK:tions. Tell us what it means to you, winning the new title. TN: Winning this new title as “Mrs. American 2022” has given me a microphone and spotlight to raise aware ness for “The SnowFlake Foundation”, “Victoria’s Voice”, and “Beauty For Good”. I feel like I have a real ly big responsibility to make the world a better place. I want to feed, clothe, educate, shelter & propel the suc cess of young people everywhere with my reign as queen and beyond.
REDINK: Who or what influenced you, to be that strong woman you are today?
REDINK: First of all, Congratulations on your new title win as Mrs. American on August 19th 2022 in Las Vegas at the Westgate Resorts. As Mrs. New Jersey competing for the Mrs. American title and winning it, what's next for you?
Continued...from page 5 RED INK Magazine had the great pleasure of asking “Mrs. American 2022” Trenette Norris a few questions. This is what she told us.
TN: I would say that there has been a combination of people and things that have influenced me to be the strong woman that I am today. If I had to name two, it would definitely be “being the daughter of a super lov ing mother” & “being a big sister”. My mother was young when she had me so we basically grew up togeth er and for a long time she was my best friend. She taught me right from wrong and she showed me the def inition of how to love someone unconditionally. My mother is the one who taught me to be respectful, polite and considerate to others. I love her now more than ever because despite everything we have been through she never stops trying to be better than she was yesterday. She inspires me to do the same. Also, I am the oldest of seven and my biological siblings are Shaquoya, Stevie, Tiyon, Tatiyana, AJ and Ronnie. I am soo proud to be their big sister. I always want to do things that are inspi rational so that they remember to always reach for the stars and break those glass ceilings. They inspire me to be the best version of myself and because I know they look up to me, they have always inspired me to be a good leader. Continues...on page 10
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REDINK: Who or what influenced you, to be that strong woman you are today?
TN: I would say that there has been a combination of people and things that have influenced me to be the strong woman that I am today. If I had to name two, it would definitely be “being the daughter of a super loving mother” & “being a big sister”. My mother was young when she had me so we basically grew up together and for a long time she was my best friend. She taught me right from wrong and she showed me the definition of how to love someone unconditionally. My mother is the one who taught me to be respectful, polite and considerate to oth ers. I love her now more than ever because despite everything we have been through she never stops trying to be a better than she was yesterday. She inspires me to do the same. Also, I am the oldest of seven and my biological siblings are Shaquoya, Stevie, Tiyon, Tatiyana, AJ and Ronnie. I am soo proud to be their big sister. I always want to do things that are inspirational so that they remember to always reach for the stars and break those glass ceilings. They inspire me to be the best version of myself and because I know they look up to me, they have always inspired me to be a good leader.
REDINK: When did you decide to get into modeling and com peting in pageants?
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TN: When I was a little girl I use to watch the “Mrs. America Pageants” in awe of the beauty, style and grace and think to myself, “ If I could be anything in the world… I would be a Beautiful Queen with style and grace”. I competed in my first state level pageant this year on June 4th, 2022 and I won the crown as your “Mrs. New Jersey American 2022”. I competed in my first national level pageant this year on August 19th, 2022 and I also won the crown as your, “Mrs. American 2022”. I am so proud, honored and blessed to say that through God’s extraordinary grace, that dream has definitely shifted into a REDINK:reality. What are some struggles and triumphs you have faced over the years?
TN: Despite everything that I have been through I still gradu ated high school with Honors as a National Technical Honor Society member and a CTE Scholar. I received an Scholarship through the Indian Delegation. I have two Bachelors Degrees one in Broadcast Journalism and the other in Human Relations with emphasis on Conflict Resolution. As a teen and young adult, I was a motivational speaker for “Youth Villages”(an organization/agency that connects foster children with foster
Tell us about your work with foster kids and what they mean to you.
TN: I have lived in over 500 foster homes and I experienced a very hard and stressful childhood. One of the hardest things was constantly being separated from my siblings and never knowing where I was going next. As a result, I changed schools a lot and constantly felt out of place having to make new friends to replace the old ones. I use to have alot of trouble staying connected to places or people but as Queen I am very connected to the people, especially young people. I now feel empowered! I am very proud to have turned my life’s story into a Triumphant one and I plan to use everything in my wheelhouse to help every single child/teen/person that I can change their story into a Triumph as REDINK:well.
TN: Working with foster children and misplaced teens means the world to me! I am able to be that force of good change. I feel like in so many ways I am helping myself through helping others because I feel soo happy while doing it. Even when it is hard I still feel very happy that I am the one that God chose for this journey. My intentions for helping these children are so good and pure that I understand now why I was chosen to be on this path. Even-though my own childhood being very sad to think about sometimes, had to happen so that I can relate to these kids honestly and sincerely. This is one of the reasons I love this “Mrs. America Inc.” Organization so much because I was able to learn more and be a part of “Victoria’s Voice” and“Victory Clubs” which is an absolutely amazing charitable organization that raise awareness for the opioid epidemic/ substance abuse that our beautiful youth are soo unfortunately vulnerable to and these wonderful platforms incentivizes teens to be and stay drug free. REDINK: Tell us something about yourself, we might not know about you.
11 RED INK MAGAZINE parents). I was on the channel six news in 2009 (the year I graduated high school) and the segment was named, “The Benefits of Being a Foster Child After Foster Care”. I used that segment to speak about all of the grants offered to “foster kids” or “wards of the state” to help with the cost of continuing edu cation, living expenses, etc. I spoke then how I speak now.. optimistically about the future despite past obstacles. I worked for a radio station where sold advertising, wrote and voiced commercials. I was a flight attendant for a major airline for four years and I traveled all over this beautiful world. Even though my main route was London I was able to travel and experience every state in America. I started my first business which was a vending machine business when I was only 23 years old. I owned 15 vending machines and 25 coin machines. I started my second business last year on March 2021, which is a Fashion Label called a L4AD, llc. Please stay tuned for more fun & exciting details coming soon!! This concludes our interview with Mrs American 2022 Trenette Norris. It was an absolute honor speaking with this amazing, beautiful inside and out Beauty Queen. She’s on a mission and I bet she will achieve all of her goals. All the very best to you Trenette, may you bring the Mrs World Crown next. @trenettenorris #MAI#MrsAmericaInc.#MrsAmeriCAN@mrsamericanpresents@mrsamericanofficialwww.mrsamerica.com#MrsAmeriCAN22#Mrs#American#Beauty#Pageant #BeautyPageant #3rdAnniversary #RoadtoMrsWorld #WeAreFamily #empoweringwomen #VIPpageanty #TOMOglam #Drop4Drop #ManishVaid #VictoriasVoice #VictoriasVoiceFoundation #BeautyForGood #GilliamPhotography #WestgateLasVegas #WestgateResorts #thefallensnowflake#thesnowflakefoundation#trenettenorris#snowflakefoundation#snowflakes ❄❄❄ #snowflakesdeserve #snowflakesdeservelove❄♥ Nationals Official Photographer: Rhonda Gilliam www.rhondagilliam.com IG: @gilliamphoto Hashtag: #gilliamphotography @jovanifashions Aamir Khan Website: www.candid-photographer.com Instagram: Designer:IG:JovaniConnorLens@photographer.nycityIG:@_ConnorLensFashionshttps://www.jovani.com/@jovanifashionsFacebook:JovaniFashionsDESIRWebsite:www.desiralfred.comIG: @desir__ Costume Designer Natasha IG555790858124646/https://www.facebook.com/Natasha-Berezhnaya-TheatricalBerezhnaya-120689951295190/https://www.facebook.com/Costume-Design-by-Natasha-BerezhnyaSHOWSbyNatashaBerezhnaya@berezhnayanatasha
Talented Reggae star from Jamaica
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Born Roy Thompson on January 30 with Stage name: Bugle His first influences were Papa San, then Bounty Killer, Elephant Man and Vybz Kartel. "Hard work overcomes all diffi culties. Put God first and jus' put out good music." He got started in music at a tender age, it was from primary school but never took it serious until 2000 when he met Elephant man. Bugle was intro duced to Elephant Man by a pro ducer who was doing a produc tion at the time and wanted me to write the song for him. After writing that song they became friends so he started going to the studio more often, Bugle also did a song with Elephant Man but he actually spent most of time writing for him. Bugle got his musical exposure touring with Ele; at first he start traveling to the caribbean because of course he didn't have a work permit, but that didn't take long for him to get so he travelled to the United States, where he made an appearance on 106 and Park and also Bet Awards where he met a lot of intresting people like Janet Jackson, Pharell, Missy Elliot and the list goes on. Continues...on page 14
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Continued...from page 12 Bugle also went to Canada and Japan where he went on the Mtv awards. During this time he was also doing a few collaborations with Tornado, anoth er local artist, songs included Soldering and Modella.Afterfive years he decided that he wanted to go on his own so he can actually persue his career. He stop travelling with Elephant Man and decided to do his own thing. Bugle started working on his own projects such as Meditation and Journeys. Currently this prolific singers and songwriters of the reggae/dancehall genre, has re-released his 2021 acclaimed studio album Toxicity, rebranded the deluxeJampackededition.with hits, Toxicity Deluxe witnesses Bugle flexing his lyricism across a myriad of genres from dancehall to reggae, ska and afrobeat, yet adroitly maintaining the message of positivity sprin kled with catchy and funfilled melodies. Executively produced by Roy "Bugle" Thompson on his An9ted Entertainment imprint, the project is jointly distributed by VPal Music and Evidence Music with an official release date of Friday, August 26, via all major digital and streaming platforms.
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ANNE HECHE Emmy Award-Winning Actress died at 53
Although, Anne Heche was a pioneering lesbian in the spotlight, she also went on to have some meaning ful heterosexual relationships as well and mothered two sons Atlas and Homer. She even had a high profile relationship with famed Comedian Steve Martin for several years. In her passing her sons decided to have her remains buried at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery where many famous celebrity personalities are buried, including Judy Garland, Mel Blanc, Rudolph Valentino, Mickey Rooney, Estelle Getty, The Ramones and even the dog Terry who played Toto in the original Wizard of Oz is buried here.
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A little light at the end of the tunnel was that she was an organ donor and her loss may result in saving otherHechelives.was an actress with a fantastic career. She won a Daytime Emmy for her first role in 1987 on the acclaimed soap opera Another World where she portrayed a pair of twins. She reached her acting stride in the 1990’s when she had a supporting role in Donnie Brasco, and co-starring roles in Volcano and Six Days, Seven Nights where she co-starred alongside Hollywood heavy weights Tommy Lee Jones and Harrison Ford respectively. In 1998 she starred in the remake of Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho. It was also in the late 90’s where she started her famously high profile relationship with Ellen DeGeneres, where they became one of the first open ly gay lesbian relationships in the spotlight. She con sidered herself to be a trailblazer for LGBT and even women’s rights to be happy.
Anne Heche was born May 25th, 1969 in Aurora, OH. She died after a tragic car accident in Los Angeles, where her car veered off the road and crashed into a house, and burst into flames. Doctors and family reported that she suffered severe injuries including smoke inhalation, burns, fractured sternum and severe brain trauma. She was unable to survive her injuries and passed in the hospital on May 11th.
Anne’s story was not all Hollywood highlights however and she was an actively outspoken person for the mental illness and drug addiction communities because over the years she dealt with both. She was dealing with mental illness for most of her life because she had been raped by her “in the closet” gay father for most of her childhood from toddler to age 12. She fractured her mind and cre ated an alternate personality as “Celestia” an extraterres trial child of God himself that was here to save the world. That is how she dealt with her severe childhood trauma. She also turned to drugs throughout her life as an additional outlet for the suppressed emotions. Another sad but true fact is that she was also a victim of Harvey Weinstein, the Hollywood monster that sexually assault ed countless young celebrities because of his position of power in the industry. But she turned all of this tragedy into advocacy and was very outspoken, and did national ly televised interviews with Larry King, Barbara Walters, and Matt Lauer about her experiences to promote her book Call Me Crazy: A Memoir which she wrote to share her truth and to show others it is ok to have issues and deal with them and to always be true to yourself.
And the cemetery is not your typical location, it is a must see Hollywood destination where picnics in the sur rounding park, concerts and even movie screenings are commonplace. This was the deciding factor for the fami ly as stated by Heche’s son Homer. He was quoted, “My brother Atlas and I want to thank Tyler, Noelle and all the amazing people at Hollywood Forever for their kind ness, compassion and generosity of spirit. We are con vinced our Mom would love the site we have chosen for her. It's beautiful, serene and she will be among her Hollywood peers. Most importantly, Hollywood Forever is a living place, where people attend movies and con certs and other events. She was our Mom, but the kind ness and the outpouring of the past few days reminded us that she also belongs to her fans, to the entertainment community, and now, to the ages.”
Anne Heche lost her life tragically too soon and is sur vived by her adoring sons, Atlas and Homer. Anne, you will be missed forever and remembered even longer by fans and loved ones. May you rest in peace. by Michael Devine u
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OLIVIA-NEWTON-JOHN Grease Star and legendary singer died at 73 Dame Olivia Newton-John was born in England on September 26th, 1948. She died after a thirty year struggle against cancer at the age of 73 on August 8th, 2022. She was best known for her role in Grease the musical where she co-starred alongside John Travolta. It debuted in 1978 but to this day it remains one of the most popular musicals of all time and also was the highest grossing Musical movie in the 70’s and 80s and is still on the list of highest grossing musical films of all time and one of the world’s bestselling Albums of all time. Any film maintaining popularity for over 40 years is saying something about the quality of theBorncast.in England but raised in Australian from the age of 5. In Australia, she won a talent contest called Sing, Sing, Sing. Soon after that she formed and sung with an all-girl pop group called Sol Four and began to appear on weekly pop music shows in Australia. Her career quickly took off and she recorded her first single in 1966 called “Till You Say You’ll Be Mine” a country song in Britain and she also began her acting roles in some Australian films and television shows. In 1973 her single “Let Me Be There” was a top 10 hit on both the Adult Contemporary and Country Charts. Soon after she released multiple Number 1 hits on the Easy Listening Chart, including "I Honestly Love You," "Have You Never Been Mellow" and "Please Mr. Please." And then her big break and career changing moment Grease happened in 1978. Grease would truly put Olivia on the map and the change of her image from a Princess-esque prim and proper girl to an edgy street tough leather wearing girl would catapult her to even further success with her worldwide hit song in 1981 Physical which has since been a club staple for the last forty years in discos around the world and has been used in countless movies, films and TV shows and countless workout videos and gyms everywhere.
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She had some other starring roles in movies that did not take off like Xanadu and Two of a Kind and she had another number one hit “Magic” from the Xanadu soundtrack. But overall her career took a back seat due to personal tragedy over the next 30 years. In 1990 she dealt with her three bouts with breast cancer which caused her to cancel and postpone many tour at the height of her career. And then in 2005, her boyfriend Patrick McDermott was lost at sea during a fishing trip in the deep ocean and was never found. This loss was one that Olivia never truly thatofputsalbums,100soldGrammy’sagedstarletthewhilefrom.recoveredThroughouttheyearsandenduringtragedies,thestillmantoearnfourandmorethanmillionafeatthatheronalistonly61peoplehaveever achieved such an accomplishment. Olivia Newton-John spent most of her adult life advo cating for Cancer research and promoting efforts to cure the disease, she even founded the Olivia NewtonJohn Cancer Center in Melbourne, Australia. Cancer was not her only foray into activism, she was also a champion for animal rights advocacy, once cancelling a concert in Japan until the government of Japan assured her of changes to their fishing policies that were routinely killing dolphins in their tuna fishing nets. She was also named President of The Isle of Man Basking Shark Society from 1998 to 2006. And she held benefit concerts and sold charity albums to benefit, UNICEF and the Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization respectively. Ultimately, Oliva lost her battle with Cancer when it spread to her spine and she died peacefully in her sleep according to her family. Such a tragic end for such a magnificent and charitable woman. Olivia Newton-John, touched our hearts and minds with the timeless role as Sandy in Grease and with her lifelong passion for the health and well-being of both humans and animals, and she helped to fire up our passions and get our bodies moving with her sensual pop hit “Physical.” I would say it is clear that she is truly a starlet and singer that will live on forever in the hearts and souls of us all. Rest in Peace. by Michael Devine u
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2222 RED INK MAGAZINE NONYE ANYADIEGWA NoniBrooklynDowntownbirthedwasStylesin by Nonye Anyadiegwu (Noni) in 2001. It is a fashion house for unique, trendy, and exquisitely made-toorder wear for men, women, and children. These outfits are made with bold colors and geometric patterns of traditional African prints. The idea behind Noni Fashion is to emerge the rich and col orful approach of African clothing with the contemporary style of the western world. Noni Styles defines ele gance, exceptionality, and authenticity. The designs are tailored to specific body contours to accentuate the body shape. Our attires are made at our Brooklyn, NY flagship store at 1215 Brooklyn,NostrandNY 11225. Continues...on page 24 F F A A S S H H I I O O N N C C O O R R N N E E R RSTYLINAT’SWHEESE - Get the scoop on fashion,Get the scoop on fashion, see what’s in & what’s not.see what’ s in & what’s not. Are you in?Are you in? Fashion Designer who custom design for the entire Family
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NA: I have always had a passion for the fashion indus try. Growing up in Nigeria, I was exposed to various arrays of elaborate designs and colorful textiles. I knew one day I wanted to spread my love for African fashion to the rest of the world and under that same notion, add a western twist to it. I got into the fashion industry in January 2001. I opened up my first boutique in Downtown Brooklyn and called it Noni Soul of Africa.
REDINK: Tell us some of your struggles and triumphs you had in your journey.
REDINK: Do you have a favorite collection that you are most proud of? If yes, which one?
I believe that artists, which a fashion designer is, has an obligation at some point to speak through their respec tive medium on the pressing matters of the day.
NA: My favorite collection that I am most proud of, is the "Extravaganza" collection which I showcased at my last fashion show on July 9th, 2022. The pieces were made to represent royalty. The pieces were designed in such a way that when it was worn, they gave an aura of regality, confidence, beauty, elegance, and power.
REDINK: Who or what influenced you to get into the fashion industry?
NA: Being a business owner and fashion designer is very demanding, and each day is full of twists and turns, especially in the fashion industry. I encountered numer ous roadblocks and obstacles during this journey, but I did not allow them to stop me. When I encounter disap pointments, I kept going. When I faced discouragement, I kept going. The end goal is to never give up and chase your dreams. It is important to keep the right people in your corner who cheer you on during the lowest points and push you to attain greater heights. Nobody said the journey would be easy, and it hasn’t been, but it is worth it because I truly love what I do.
Continued...from page 23 RED INK Magazine had the pleasure of interview ing Ms Nonye Anyadiegwu (Noni). This is what she told us.
REDINK: If you could dress one celebrity who would it be and why?
REDINK: What next, can we expect from you?
NA: If I had to dress one celebrity, It would be Halle Berry. She is a woman of grace, class, and modesty, and in addition, carries herself with pride and digni ty, which is what Noni Styles represents.
NA: You can certainly expect more Fashion Shows and unique and extraordinary fashion styles. This concludes our interview with Ms Nonye Anyadiegwu (Noni). We thank you for speaking with us about your fabulous designs. Check out this amazing designer and get your own custom made atire for your entire family.
REDINK: Are you currently working any new col NA:lections?Yes, I am. It will be showcased next year in 2023.
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2 oz. INDOGGO™ Gin 3Muddled Strawberries 3/4 oz. Lemon 1/2 oz. Simple Syrup Top with Crushed Ice Strawberry slice. RECIPE 1. Muddle strawberries in a cocktail shaker.
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3. Shake, then strain into a rocks glass. Serve with crushed ice. 4. Garnish with strawberry slice.
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Instructions:Step1Combinethecurry powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and the pep Stepper. 2 Rub the curry powder mixture over the chicken. Step 3 In a skillet over medium heat on the stovetop, combine the orange juice, rice, water, brown sugar, mustard, and the remaining salt. Step 4 Add the chicken pieces to the skillet. Step Bring5 the mixture to a boil. Step Reduce6 the heat and cover the skillet. Step 7 Let the mixture simmer until the chicken juices run clear and a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 165 degrees F. Step Remove8 the skillet from the heat and let stand, covered, until all the liquid is absorbed, for about 5 minutes. Step 9 Top with parsley and serve! Serve. Enjoy! *Disclaimer: I am not a physician or medical professional. If you have any medical issues or concerns, please always consult your doctor before com mitting to a challenge. The challenges are intended for introducing small lifestyle changes in a fun and easy format
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ello again RED INK foodies! In this issue we hope you enjoy our wonderful recipe selection for this month. We are always happy to share with our readers a fun recipe for you to try. Enjoy!
TTRRYY OOUURR MMEENNUU BB oo nn AA pp pp ee tt ii tt ee SunshineRECIPE: Chicken • 2-3 teaspoons curry powder • 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, divided • 1/4 teaspoon pepper • 6 (5-ounce) chicken breast halves, boneless and skinless • 1 1/2 cups orange juice • 1 cup long-grain rice • 3/4 cup water • 1 tablespoon brown sugar • 1 teaspoon ground mustard • fresh parsley, chopped, optional, for topping Healthy Eating AT THE HEART OF THE MATTER 29
RED INK MAGAZINE FFoorr YYoouurr PPlleeaassuurree (AprilTaurus20-May 20) (MayGemini21-June 21) (JuneCancer22-July 22) Leo (July 23 - Aug 22) (AugVirgo23-Sep 22) (SepLibra23-Oct (Mar(Nov(OctScorpio22)23-Nov21)Sagittarius22-Dec21)Capricorn(Dec22-Jan19)Aquarius(Jan20-Feb18)Pisces(Feb19-Mar20)Aries21-April19)
In September, Sagittarians will shine in a few areas of their lives, especially in their sport activities. You will be able to use your potential mainly in group activities, for example, volleyball is a good choice for you. Try to find a free weekend, organise an afternoon with your friends and play some ball games together.
Aries often think of September as a fresh new beginning. They usually love changes, and this month will give it to them. The problems that the new school year and the end of the holidays can bring will not scare you away.
During September, a lot of work and duties will pile up. At the beginning of the month, inat tention will take over. Your time management will be quite poor, and you will not manage to do most things you plan.
In September, Gemini will face a lot of stress. Many duties will pile up, and you will get into a hustle when you no longer enjoy anything. Therefore, you better not unnecessarily embark on mentally demanding activities during this period, and you rather plan a weekend in wellness or nature with your friends.September will be the month when Cancer will feel the need to be in contact with someone, either with their close friends or with their partner. You will long for a hug, closeness and reassurance that you are being Septemberloved.and
September will be an energetic month for Libra. You will feel the need to change the home environment; hence you will embark on the reconstruction of the apartment with great enthu siasm, or you will at least do a big clean, which you have been planning for a long time.
In September, Scorpios will be led astray, especially in your love life. It is because you will meet someone who will provoke a wave of hormones in you, and those of you who are cur rently in a partnership might be fighting the idea of cheating on your partner.
Aquarians should prepare themselves for many changes in their private lives in September. You will be very volatile this month, and you will find yourself in a phase of searching for sexual satis faction. But be careful not to hurt anyone because you will have tendencies to do it.
The weather changes and the number of duties will negatively influence you, and you will feel stressed; you might even tend to go into some depressive states. Pisces' task for this month is to reach mental harmony and to care about their health and a good quality diet.
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In September, Taurus will lock away, and they will start to think about their lives. When it comes to personal life, you will find yourself in many situations where you will have to make crucial deci sions. You may feel physically tired, but in reality, it will be caused by excessive thinking and drown ing in depression and insecurity.
the upcoming beginning of the school year will be very calm for Leo. During this month, you will reveal a musical talent that you should definitely start developing. Try to enrol in a music course, such as singing or playing a musical instrument; you will broaden your horizons and satisfy your creative spirit.
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September and the upcoming beginning of the school year will be very calm for Leo. During this month, you will reveal a musical talent that you should definitely start developing. Try to enrol in a music course, such as singing or playing a musical instrument; you will broaden your horizons and satisfy your creative spirit.
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