NEED I SAY MORE

Thank you to the Prom Night comity for this prestigious honour...

I am both grateful and humble!!!

Hard work... Pays off  

ANNOUNCEMENT

! PROM QUEEN 2014 !

Congratulations to
Miss Khangwelo Malotsha
from Capricorn High School in Polokwane
for winning the title of

'Most Stylish Girl 2014'

before being crowned

PROM QUEEN 2014

I am so ridiculously PROUD of you!!!

! Congratulations Matrics of 2014 !

Thanking all the matric's of 2014 for all their loyal support... 

Each year I'm given the opportunity to meet the most amazing matrics that inspire my creativity beyond words.

Without your individual characters, I would not be able to create your unique creations... Wishing you all the best of luck for the future!

The New Facebook Business Page

Here it is... The newest Facebook business page for fashion designer... Nico Willoughby-Smith.

By accessing your Facebook home page and searching for 'Nico Willoughby-Smith Fashion Designer', or by  opening the following link  http://www.facebook.com/NicoWilloughbySmithFashionDesigner, you can now have access to Nico Willoughby-Smith's latest fashion portfolio, newest discount specials, as well as the latest updates with regards to upcoming events within the fashion industry.

By clicking the 'like' icon, you will automatically receive news with regards to the latest happenings and posts on Nico Willoughby-Smith's Facebook business page.

By clicking the 'share' icon, you will automatically invite your Facebook friends to share in the excitement and visit the page, where they too, will be given the opportunity to 'like' or 'share' the page with their close Facebook friends.

Now is your chance to follow this multi-award winning designer.

George Sorensen Releases Evening Wear.

"Beautiful fabrics wrapped with passionate splendour"... Never a truer phrase has been stated. After the success of his ladies cocktail range that was only released months ago, Nico Willoughby-Smith is very excited to be releasing his first ladies evening range at the George Sorensen Boutique situated in Walmer Park Shopping Mall.

Clients can look forward to purchasing beautiful one-piece an dtwo-piece evening gowns made within a niche size scale ranging from a size 30 to a size 36. Only the best fabrics were sourced when it came to creating this exquisite range. French silk taffeta, silk lycra, and royal dutchess satin embellished with hand beaded brocaded lace imported from Europe are just a few of the materials featured in this range.

Although slightly pricier then the previous cocktail range, potential bride’s maids and matriculants can now purchase a gown appropriate for their special occasion without having the pay all the unpredictable fees associated with private designer consulting. Most of the gowns have also been designed and created in order to allow alternations to be made if necessary.

“This range was created with much enthusiasm. For the first time, I worked with materials that I’ve never worked with before, and I have learned so much from this range. Once again, I am just so grateful that George Sorensen has given me this amazing opportunity to sell my gowns in their boutique…”

Miss Bay FM 2011 crowned in Willoughby-Smith creation!

 

Congratulations to Daph-Marie Theron for winning the title of Miss Bay FM on Saturday, 22 October 2011. Despite the very unpleasant weather, you looked absolutely stunning in you gown designed and created by couturier Nico Willoughby-Smith.

 

We know that you will do us very proud in raising funds for numerous charities within the Eastern Cape. Hold your title on high and enjoy driving the new branded Chevy Spark.

 

 

Good Luck!!!!!!

Nico Willoughby-Smith : Now available at George Sorensen Boutique!

After only being based in Port Elizabeth for less then a year, who would have thought that talented couture designer, Nico Willoughby-Smith (27) would have rocked the world of fashion retail. Well... It shouldn't come as much surprise, especially when you're given the opportunity to meet this ambitious force to be reckoned with!

The George Sorensen Boutique, situated within the Walmer Park Shopping Centre in Port Elizabeth, is where you can now find the sublime creations of Willoughby-Smith. His new cocktail range boasts a fusion of elegant fabrics wrapped with bold animal prints. An exclusive range only created for the niche market of style and sophistication. Willoughby-Smith felt impelled to offer a more affordable range to the public, as apposed to his custom-designed masterpieces. Willoughby-Smith believes that true fashion should enhance ones personality, and so 'fashion should be available to meet everyone preferred style'.

Thanks to George Sorensen, not only has Willoughby-Smith's dreams come true, but his name has gone from paper to neon lights overnight. George Sorensen definitely brings fabulosity to the bay. Owned by Martin George and Thomas Sorensen, the boutique has been in existence for almost five years. George Sorensen evokes sheer elegance as the largest authorized stockist of all famous fashion labels such as Guess, Polo, Nine West, Rosenwerth and Jekyll and Hide products ranging from exclusive ladies handbags, shoes, belts, eye-wear, luggage, and jewelery accessories.

'This is by far one of the biggest business adventures I've ever embarked upon. I am just so grateful for the experience and humbled by the opportunity to sell my fashion label locally'..... Nico Willoughby-Smith

A Cinderella Story for Matric Farewell Winners!!!

 

Evoking Elegance Competition Winners - Joco Pieterse and Durethe Retief.

Most girls would probably love to step out looking smashing on a night that holds significance when she wishes not to attract attention for the wrong reasons.

A local schoolgirl found the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow when winning the Evoking Elegance competition for matric couples earlier this year. The winning R60 000 package included everything from a designer gown to dance classes.

Last week it all became reality for a modern day Cinderella, Durethe Retief and partner Jaco Pieterse. The story would have it that they were whisked off in a pumpkin to an en suite venue at Polokwane Royal Hotel for a transformation, with the help of Focus On Style Health and Beauty Salon and MonRoe’s Hair Boutique. And off they went to a most memorable matric dance at Tom Naudé Technical High School in a stylish Peugeot; she in a red and black gown and he in an outfit dominated by a matching shirt made for them by local designer Nico Willoughby-Smith. Classic Accessories provided the finishing touches.

That was minus the awful stepsisters, of course. The couple would have solicited some jealous glances for some time to come though, because the package was inclusive of more luxuries, such as lessons by Jama Ballroom Dance Studio, dental treatments by Drrs Nic and Sybrand van Oudtshoorn, a MegaPix Photography shoot and above all, exclusive media coverage by Polokwane Observer.

Durethe’s mom, Christine, said her daughter had an unforgettable evening and entering the competition was worth the while. She was truly pampered and looked beautiful in her Nico Willoughby-Smith dress, which was surprisingly different from what she initially perceived it to be. Second place went to Anthony Shamley of Pietersburg Hoërskool and third place to Luané Meyer of the same school.

Evoking Elegance Second Place Winner - Anthony Shamley.

Evoking Elegance Third Place Winner - Luane Meyer.

The Evoking Elegance Competition announces it's winners!!!

 The Evoking Elegance Matric Farewell Competition concluded on Friday, 28 May 2010. MonRoes Hair Boutique hosted an elegant cocktail evening in order to announce the winners to the competition.

Congratulations to Durethe and Jaco from Tom Naude High School in Polokwane. They were the winners of the Evoking Elegance Matric Farewell Competition for 2010. They won a matric farewell package to the value of R60 000.000!!!

Congratulations to Sarah and Anthony from PHS in Polokwane. They were the 1st runner's-up to the Evoking Elegance Matric Farewell Competition for 2010. They won a matric farewell package to the value of R10 000.000!!!

Congratulations to Luane and Ruan from PHS in Polokwane. They were the 2nd runner's-up to the Evoking Elegance Matric Farewell Competition for 2010. They won a matric farewell package to the value of R5 000.000!!!

The winners to the Evoking Elegance Matric Farewell Competition pose with the Evoking Elegance team members.

Nianell and Lianie May dressed by local fashion designer!

NIANELL AND LIANIE MAY DRESSED BY LOCAL FASHION DESIGNER.

(Photos: Nianell – Informant. Lianie May – Observer Polokwane)

He only knew he would become a fashion designer the day he designed his own matric farewell outfit. Now, five years after qualifying as a fashion designer, Nico Willoughby-Smith is making a name in the fashion world in a very big way.

The latest models to wear one of his creations are internationally-known singers, songwriters and musicians. Nianell performed in Polokwane in August of 2009 wearing one of Willoughby-Smith’s divine creations, and just last week, Lianie May performed in Polokwane wearing a creation that best  represented the diva’s striking personality.

Nico Willoughby-Smith is a designer who firmly believes that there is no such thing as competitiveness if one is in a class of one’s own. Having dealt with the fashion industry in his unique way over the past five years, Willoughby-Smith realizes it takes time to live a burning passion whilst remaining humbled by experiences.

Nico Willoughby-Smith. Indeed a label to watch as he skyrockets into a different orbit.

Sublime Design!

 

After the success that followed the previous 'Trash the Dress' photo shoot three weeks ago, Nico Willoughby-Smith (local fashion designer in Polokwane) was only to thrilled at the idea of collaborating, once again, with Mega-Pix Photography for a photo shoot with a different twist. 

This time, Natasha Cilliers wore a stunning deep maroon haute couture gown made from silk-tafetta. 

After many days of rain, Natasha looked absolutely sublime as the forest trees of the Hearnetsburg mountains towered over her. Enjoy! 

  

  

  

 

Trash The Dress?!?!

 

Nico Willoughby-Smith recently joined up with Kobus Schoeman from Mega-Pix Photography for a stunning photo shoot. Kobus had the idea of shooting a dress at the Polokwane dumping site. The contrast would provide for breathtaking photographs.

After Stacey Law fitted the dress designed and made by Nico, she had her hair and make-up done by Marle van den Berg (Cell 082 845 2611) from MONROE’S HAIR BOUTIQUE, which recently opened in Polokwane, and then it was off to the dumping site for the photo shoot.

 

 

A Fresh Take On Summer!!

Story by Yolande Nel (Polokwane Observer)

He is young and not scared to take risks. Polokwane designer Nico Willoughby-Smith gives one ample reason to believe in his ability to continue stealing the limelight while making waves. This is exactly what he did when joining I-Model boss Anne Smith, in one of his stunning outfits, for a photo shoot in the water at the new Fusion Boutique Hotel earlier this week.

Fresh caught up with him amid a matric farewell rush to get hints on what is hot this season. When approached to do the extraordinary by submerging one of his many striking dresses in water to symbolise the cross-over from chilly winter to sizzling hot summer, there was no hesitation on his part. Capturing Smith in one or two poses below towering brick columns, it was soon off to the fountain where she braved the icy water for the proposed shots. And so our model got to resemble a modern day mermaid in a billowing lime green dress that caught the rays of the summer sun.
 

The focus this season, according to Willoughby-Smith, is on silhouettes, prints and colour. He reckons there is nothing better than a garment fitting the wearer well. "People should identify with their physical form and dress accordingly. Although the season offers many trends, I believe one should find the trend that best suits one’s personality and character. "We also find a lot of fitted silhouettes with ruffles and draping. Although the silhouettes are fitted it still gives the wearer the feeling of free-ness and mobility."
 

With this season’s trends focusing on prints and colour, appliqués and bold prints are in a sense inspired by Japanese art as well as famous well-known artists such as Van Gogh. Metalics are still in and it seems the brighter the better, he adds.
As big news as lace is the arrival of stripes. "Be it horizontal, diagonal or vertical, there is a stripe for every body shape." The long dress is out and the style is definitely short with balloon minis having made a comeback. Whether it is bold colours or prints, stripes and lace there is a trend out there to suit every person’s preference, Willoughby-Smith concludes.
 

*Hair and make-up were done by Salon Deo Volente, whose response to spring was the creation of their signature attention-grabbing styles in the open on Tuesday.
Phone Nico Willoughby-Smith on 083 678 2826 and Anne Smith of I Models Training Studio and Promotions on 084 978 0518 or 015 296 1380.