The Tropics Media Group creates stand-out coverage for its clients' brands. We have promoted some of the biggest stars in Arts, Business, Fashion, Lifestyle and Entertainment including these ones:
CLIENT • SUZAN MUTESI (FASHION DESIGNER, CREATIVE DIRECTOR & OWNER OF "SUZAN MUTESI" DESIGNS)
Suzan Mutesi (born Suzan Faith Mutesi Mufumbiro; June 21,1986) is an African Australian Actress, Model, Fashion designer. She's known for winning an award as the African Fashion Designer of the year for 2012. She is also known in her role in Gossip Nation 2012, Featured role in the movies like The Wolverine and The Australian working alongside Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jack man, Featured in music videos like Star Fire-Scrim and Latifa - Mr dread locks ft. LL Bock.
Originally from Uganda, is one of the top African Australian Fashion icons. After making the move to Australia to complete high school, Mutesi’s passion only grew stronger. Teaching herself only the basics of design, such as alterations and mending torn clothes on a sewing machine, Mutesi knew that to be recognised as a designer she would need to further develop her skills from garment construction to sewing and pattern making. Mutesi was soon accepted into one of Australia’s top-ranked design institutions, Raffles KvB Institute of Technology, graduating with a Bachelor of Design majoring in Fashion. With dreams to own a recognised, international label, Achea-Mpong was born in 2009. Suzan Mutesi has always had an eye for fashion with her passion geared towards simple, elegant pieces. She loves brands that symbolize structure and class and most importantly those that give women of all body types the ability to feel confident, comfortable and beautiful. With dreams to dress Oprah Winfrey, Michelle Obama, Beyonce, Kerry Washington, Lupita Nyong'o, Tika Sumpter, Porcha Stewart the list is endless. "Suzan Mutesi" designs is committed to creating unique individual designs for her clients. She takes pride in creating individual designs for her clients and ensuring that her clients are content with final product. With immense knowledge and exposure to various cultures most especially the African and western cultures, "Suzan Mutesi" creations make exotic, elegant and exclusive looks. It’s no wonder that her creations make you look classy and confident thus making you stand out of the crowd. Today the African Australian Icon is winning an award as the African Fashion Designer of the year, for 2012. A talented Bachelor of Design Graduate from Raffles KvB Institute of Technology with a major in Fashion, Mutesi created her own fashion label "Suzan Mutesi" designs, previously known as Achea-Mpong in 2009. She became an influential role model in the African Australian community, participating in charity events to raise funds for disadvantaged children in Rwanda. Mutesi has been deemed a world class designer by MX newspaper. She has dressed and styled top model Charlotte Dawson for a commercial, Dress Models for the launch of Australian Top Model cycle 8, Miss Diana Rouvas for Arias 2012 and Dressing up Tammin Pamela Sursok who is known for her roles on Home and Away, on The Young and the Restless and Pretty Liars ; Her work has been published in Vogue Australia, Change magazine , AIM magazine. Culture Magazine, the French & English Tropics Magazine with a four-page spread in Unfold Magazine. She recently appeared on the cover of Vatra magazine. At the 2011 AAMA awards, Mutesi showcased her beautiful collection. She has also designed dresses that were worn by Miss World contestant Sheron Sultan 2011, Miss World Fiji contestant Juneth Ndele 2013 and Miss Philippines. XFactor participant Bella, guest-star Sophia of the group Three Wishes and Miss Globe 2012 winner Karen Gee. 2013 has been a blessing as Mutesi was nominated for an award as ‘The African designer of the year,’ With determination and hard work she recently launched her new ready to wear collection which show as another side and direction the design is taking. She participated in the BMW Melbourne Carnival which allowed her to embrace her love for fashion and horse racing. Mutesi is definitely force to be reckoned. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Suzan-Mutesi/234867306534209 ; Web: http://www.suzanmutesi.com . CLIENT • BISILA BOKOKO (GLOBAL BRANDS AMBASSADOR, INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT / CONSULTANT & PHILANTHROPIST)
Our generation is truly blessed with prominent & confident women who are not only strong leaders but are also positive role models to the millions of women searching for inspiration worldwide. Their ideas, insights & innovative approach towards situations & issues tells you that leadership isn’t just a role for men only, but also a role where women have succeeded in tremendously. From the way they dress, to the manner in which they interact and lead, these women have won our hearts & inspired us on several occasions – Bisila Bokoko is one of such women. Born in Spain from Equatorial Guinea parents, Bisila has created a name & built a formidable brand for herself over the past decade.
Since the first day we connected with Bisila, you could sense the desire in her tone to help Africa grow and develop into a world power. She is the Executive Director of The Spain-US Chamber of Commerce in America; a role she has held since 2005. Apart from her commitment to international trade, she is also committed to her charity organization ‘The Bisila Bokoko African Literacy Project (BBALP)’, a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote literacy among the African people. She is also into the wine business; being the face behind a new wine brand available in Spain and in the U.S markets “Bisila Wines”. When you see Bisila, she reminds you of women such as Oprah, Michelle Obama & Brenda Fassie, women driven to succeed! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BisilaBokoko ; Web: www.bbalp.com . CLIENT • GRACE WALLACE (STYLISTE & PATRONNE DE LA MARQUE "KILIMANDJARO FASHION)
Togolaise d’origine nigériane, venue dans la mode il y a 8 ans et qui s’est très vite faite une clientèle par la qualité et l’originalité de ses créations au style tradi-moderne très africain. Créatrice de la griffe « Kil Fashion by Grace Wallace », Grace Wallace est une femme joviale, entreprenante, créative et qui a un véritable souci de la satisfaction du client.
Elle a été bercée, dans sa jeunesse, par le milieu du commerce des pagnes et les affaires. "Je prenais des coupons et je dessinais des modèles que je faisais tailler par mon couturier. Et j’en faisais beaucoup ! Ça plaisait à mes amies et cela m’encourageait à continuer. Et puis en Avril 2007, lors d’une fête d’anniversaire dans un grand hôtel, deux dames de passage m’abordent pour me demander si je pouvais leur faire la même tenue. Malheureusement ce n’était pas possible avant leur départ. Du coup, elles ont racheté l’ensemble que je portais et sept autres tenues de ma collection. Cette vente providentielle, m’a permis d’acheter mes deux premières machines et de lancer mon propre atelier. Aujourd’hui, je gère une petite et moyenne entreprise (PME) de 26 employés avec une vingtaine de machines." Après l’ouverture de son atelier, elle participe a un défilé organisée par une association caritative et cela suffit pour donner un boost a sa collection qui séduit le grand public. Elle attire, progressivement, l'attentions des agences de communication et des médias tels que le magazine 'Night Life' qui va largement la faire connaître, tandis que « le bouche à oreille fait le reste. » "Quand j’étais plus jeune, je travaillais essentiellement la mousseline, car c’est un tissu pas cher et qui se tient bien. En évoluant, j’y ai ajouté le pagne Wax, la Soie, le Bazin riche, le Velours et actuellement les Voiles Suisses, la Dentelle et du Lin. J’allais chercher directement au Mali mes Bazins riches blancs, que je faisais teindre sur place selon les goûts de mes clientes. J’aime le mélange des matières,car chacune d'elles ajoute un effet artistique unique aux collections. Je suis à la recherche du beau dans mon travail et je considere qu'une tenue n’est jamais terminée car on peut toujours l’améliorer. Je dessine beaucoup et j’accompagne mes brodeurs ainsi que mes couturiers jusqu’au bout de la réalisation pour obtenir l’effet que je souhaite." La broderie est l’une des spécificités de la Styliste Grace Wallace. Elle s'est interdite de recopier les motifs de broderies meme si elle s'en inspire, de temps en temps, mais elle préfère créer ses propres motifs qu'elle décline sur ses collections. Outre cela, elle s'inspire aussi de la mode européenne qu'elle essaie d’adapter. "On m’a souvent dit que mes broderies ont un éclat inhabituel et les pierres incrustées scintillent véritablement. J’attache une attention particulière à l’achat de mes fils de broderie, la meilleure qualité, en somme, m'importe. Les pierres incrustées sont des cristaux Swaroski en provenance d’Australie. Mais je n’en mets pas systématiquement dans toutes les collections car tout le monde n’aime pas le bling-bling." L'Entrepreneure Grace Wallace développe actuellement la marque « Kil Fashion by Grace Wallace » à travers des boutiques de vêtements sélectionnées et en mode d’exclusivité, dans différentes capitales Africaines (Ouagadougou, Cotonou, Dakar, ...) Ses collections demeurent disponibles dans toutes ces boutiques. "Je développe actuellement un site de E-commerce ( www.wallacegrace.com ), une plateforme spécialement dédiée à la diaspora ainsi que le public international qui s’intéresse au textile "Made in Africa" ainsi que ses clients qui adorent porter la marque « Grace Wallace » avec grand plaisir. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kilfashionbygracewallace ; Web: http://kilfashion.wordpress.com/ . |
CLIENT • BADIAM'S (FASHION STYLIST & YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR)
London-based Freelance Fashion Stylist, Milly is the Director and Founder of BADIAM’S brand. Milly is an Image Consultant & the Fashion Blogger anyone should know about because she is known for her eye for detail, innovation and perfection.
Milly, the name behind the brand BADIAM’S, is a young woman who is always glad to assist her English-speaking and French-speaking clients, whether in person or online. Her daily tasks consists of assisting clients with their image, helping them feel comfortable and confident, showing them how to become skilled at picking clothes, pairing shoes and accessories in a very professional ways, each one, according to their needs. Every time she is contacted or consulted, Milly makes sure to leave her client 100% happy because she believes that every step she takes today will shape tomorrow’s path. Diligent and always on point, she brings organization to every job or task that is assigned to her. She loves discovering other cultures and travelling. Should you need someone to help you with your look or your event, do not think twice but immediately get in touch with Milly because she will make you look like a million pounds. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BadiamsFashionStylist ; Web: http://badiams.wordpress.com/ . CLIENT • LISETTE MIBO (MULTI AWARD-WINNING MODEL & HUMANITARIAN)
Lisette Mibo is the first born of five girls, graduated with a degree in Social Science (BA in criminology with Sociology). Two times awarded "Best Female Model" in 2012 and 2013, featured numerously on the covers of magazines such as Amina magazine (France), OhYes magazine (Ghana), DivaScribe magazine (UK), Tropics Magazine (South Africa), Zen magazine (Nigeria) and many more... taken part at the international catwalk shows in Africa, Europe and the United Kingdom where she currently resides. A native of the Democratic Republic of the Congo; Ms Mibo was born in 1987 in Kinshasa, the birthplace of infectious Afro rhythms and dances. She discovered her passion for modeling during her college years, however she started professionally soon after the birth of her daughter in 2011 and she has never looked back and continues to rise.
Though modeling and motherhood characterize her life, Ms Mibo also supports and works closely with charitable organisations within the United Kingdom that campaign and run empowering projects in her native DR Congo in support of vulnerable children and their families. For Mibo; it's heartbreaking knowing that her beloved nation knows very little stability with a low quality of living; including poor education system, poor health services and many more ills, despite the country being one of the countries in the world with the richest soil, not forgetting millions of children and their families whom are victims of ills brought by decades of war. Mibo left DR Congo at the tender age 14 years and is very much familiar with the everyday struggles that majority of families goes through on the daily basis in order to survive. She's forever thankful to her parents for giving her and her siblings the opportunity to study and work in the United Kingdom but that was never going to make her forget her roots, after all it's her "motherland" although she is very much British in her culture and considers Britain as her second home, her heart remains in the DR Congo. As a result, She is determined to use her voice, talent and any given platform to advocate on the behalf of all the children and the vulnerable families by working in partnership with existing organisations to rebuild a better Congo, a Congo with peace with itself. Hence, in August 2013, Mibo launched her annual fundraising event titled "PassionForMotherland”. The event is created to support empowering projects in the DR Congo by bringing like-minded individuals together to celebrate, network and discover new talents, burgeoning creativity in the fields of fashion, music and poetry whilst at the same time raising awareness and funds for the chosen charity. The annual fundraising affair is set to be one of biggest events in London where designers from different backgrounds and cultures are to showcase their work alongside other talented artists such as musicians, poets, dancers and more. Lisette Mibo is a commercial model; specialising in film and printed adverts, magazine features, catwalk shows, and making special guest appearances at events. She recently judged at the 1st Miss Afrique Francophone UK 2013. It was an awesome experience for her to have been on the deciding panel and to have been trusted for her experience and expertise in the fashion and beauty industry, alongside other co-judges in selecting a beauty queen with poise, elegance, intelligence and beauty. Web: http://www.lisettemibo.com ; Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LisetteMiboModel . CLIENT • PHILIPPE EKEKE (CHANTEUR, COMEDIEN & PHILANTHROPE)
Performeur et Chanteur. Né au Cameroun dans une famille de mélomanes et musiciens, Philippe Ekeke vit en France.
Il a été imprégné par la musique classique tout d’abord puis par la musique africaine urbaine et la pop européenne, trois styles qui influencent aujourd’hui fortement sa musique. Après avoir suivi des cours d’éveil à l’art vocal auprès d’Annie Potier, professeur de chant et de piano, il a travaillé en studio avec plusieurs artistes rocks et world tout en participant à des Jam Session dans la sphère du Jazz avec des artistes afro-descendants et européens. Il s’est aussi consacré au management et au conseil de nombreux artistes world et Hip-Hop. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Philippe-Ekeke/106739669191 ; Web: www.ekeke.fr CLIENT • VENICIA GUINOT (MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST, MEDIA ENTREPRENEUR & EXECUTIVE PRODUCER)
Redactor-in-Chief & sole Founder of Tropics Magazine, she is also considered to be the founder of the modern success movement in Africa when it comes to bi-lingual online media. She certainly bridged the gap between the old, narrow notions of success an the new, more comprehensive side of Africa.
Her magazine is a new chapter for Africans & friends of the continent.This is not a magazine that just caters to one community or race but a huge cultural bridge that brings unity among all cultures. As she describes it in her own words: "Tropics Magazine is the first & only magazine that prone togetherness of cultures and celebrates diversity within those continents." Venicia Guinot has reportedly be named the youngest upcoming Media Guru from Africa according to three (3) American researchers & specialists. Since age 18, she has already worked for international media names such as: Ventures Africa (Maitama, Nigeria), Cuisine Noir (California,USA), AMINA (Paris, FRANCE), NUDEA Magazine (Paris, FRANCE), Folk Magazine (Oslo, NORWAY), International Working Lady Magazine (Kinshasa, DRC) to name but a few. She has been on air too via AFRICA’S BEAT RADIO, an Afro-American online radio based in Washington Seattle, USA and RADIO TONGOLO where she produces and hosts two talk-shows. Venicia Guinot is a Goodwill Ambassador for four (4) non-profits organizations: Mother Teresa Home in South Africa (Terminally-ill HIV/AIDS infected parents & toddlers), Continent Noir Foundation (Fight Against Poverty) in Africa and ANIDA France which advocates for Albinos in Africa. Venicia Guinot is a definite and highly influential young figure, whether consciously or not, in the outreach of new thought ideas and innovations into the general culture of her time. Her large body of written material has helped countless thousands of people over to come into a better understanding of this continent potential everyone always sees on a very bad side, and she remains one of the truly outstanding rising entrepreneurs and model to the African youth globally. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissVeniciaGuinot ; Web: www.veniciaguinot.com (Coming soon). |
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