Lockdown are going all ‘Anti-Valentines’ this weekend with the My Evil Ex gig & album launch

Valentines Night sees an action packed night at the Pavilion, Carey’s Lane to celebrate the launch of Cork band My Evil Ex’s debut album ‘Lust’.  To mark the highly anticipated album launch, the band will be throwing the mother of anti-Valentines parties with Burlesque Dancers, street performers and of course a fantastic gig from the band of the moment themselves.

My Evil Ex will be joined on the night by two fine local acts. Renowned Cork & San Francisco singer-songwriter Sinead Gowen will perform a mix of heady soul and gutsy blues. And joining Sinead on stage are ‘Palko’. This Cork band’s roots are deeply based in rock with wider funk, soul, trad and jazz influences.

Having just finished recording their debut album with producer Gavin Dunne (of Lotus Lullaby fame) My Evil Ex’s aptly named ‘Lust’ blends Jazz, Blues, Punk and Rock into a unique style that has become their signature sound.

My Evil Ex’s live preformances have been described as “as intense as it is theatrical”(Murphy’s Live 2008) and their Anti-Valentine’s Day album launch  promises to be no different!

Full of great music, great entertainment and great surprises, this Valentines night event at the Pavilion is a great value for money night to support a fantastic local band!

Doors open at 8pm. Admission price at the door: €8 or €12 incl CD.  

’Lust’ Produced by Gavin Dunne (Lotus Lullaby) & My Evil Ex

http://www.myspace.com/myevilexmusic

MISS OPERA LANE 2010

Miss Cork 2008 Jean Kenny & Lockdown Director Vivienne Kelly who will both be judging this year's Miss Cork Universe Final

Cork’s top fashion district Opera Lane is calling all the fashion savvy females of Cork to come forward and compete for the chance to become the face of Corks most fashion forward stores.

The search for Miss Opera Lane, will take place from January 29^th – February 6^th and entry forms are available from all the stores on Opera Lane and from Boots on Half Moon Street.

A number of successful entrants will be selected to attend a casting call on the 6^th of February where the winner will be selected and given the title Miss Opera Lane. She will go onto the final of  Miss Cork Universe 2010  to be held in March.

Vivienne & Emer, Directors of Lockdown Models and judges of Miss Opera Lane are delighted that Opera Lane are involved with the heats for Miss Cork Universe, 

“ This is an amazing opportunity for any girls in Cork who have ever had an interest in fashion and modelling. We get to spend a lot of time on Opera Lane and have noted the talent pool of girls in Cork, they have a very natural beauty and lot’s of personality. We are very excited about finding a Miss Opera Lane for our final!”

 The closing date for receipt of applications is February 6^th, so if you or someone you know would like to enter the competition, then pick up the details in stores on Opera Lane or email vivienne@lockdown.ie for more info.

‘Help for HAITI’ Fashion Showcase, Sat Jan 30th, Savoy Theatre

 

With so many fantastic friends in business in Cork and with our city having so many talented people in its field, we have decided to use our great network to showcase a fundraiser for the people of Haiti. 

On Saturday, January 30th next, Lockdown will host a fantastic showcase of local boutiques’ new collections, collections from local fashion designers and some of the top hair and makeup artists in the city at the Savoy Theatre, Cork. With live performances by The Dreams and Failing Earth, the evening will be hosted by RedFM’s Dave Mac and Lockdown’s Emer & Vivienne. Top models including current and former Miss Corks, Carol Anthony and Vogue.com’s ‘Top faces to watch in the world of Modelling 2010′ Jennifer Foley will take to the runway for the charity fashion showcase.

We are calling on all local businesses to lend their support, any people in sport/fashion/entertainment to help us and give your time in whatever way possible. 

Funds will go to both Concern and Haven’s redevelopment efforts in Haiti with Deirdre O’Shaughnessy from the Cork Independent travelling in person to the devastated country next month.

Tickets on sale now at €15 from the following:

• Sobe Brown, Morrisons Island
• Origin, Drawbridge Street
• Coast, Patrick Street
• Debehnams, Patrick Street
• Positively Vintage, Castle Street
• My Amity, French Church St & Careys Lane

And also on the door on the night. Please show your support and help us raise much needed funds from the People of Cork to the devastated communities in Haiti!

PLEASE CONTACT US IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LEND YOUR SUPPORT: VIVIENNE@LOCKDOWN.IE / EMER@LOCKDOWN.IE

Former Miss Cork Jean Kenny who will feature in 'Help for Haiti' next Saturday

‘New Look’ store opening Friday 22nd at stylish Opera Lane

Leading high street retailer New Look is opening its doors to its first store in Cork City Centre on Opera Lane on Friday 22^nd January at 10am. Be sure to pop by as Lockdown  Models will be celebrating the store’s opening by posing as live mannequins in the store window!!!

The stunning new store spans an impressive 17,000 sq ft, over three floors housing the latest New Look summer 2010 fashions including the new womenswear trends, the exclusive “Inspire” collection for sizes 18-26, cool teenwear from “Generation 915” and cute kidswear, “Maternity” for mums to be and “Tall” for those blessed with long legs – 5ft 7”+. Plus sparkling accessories, sumptuous lingerie and a gorgeous shoe collection where every shoe fetish can be satisfied.  Plus check out the fantastic menswear range – this will be the ultimate shopping haven for Cork fashionistas!

New Look is celebrating the opening day by rewarding the first 100 lucky customers in store complimentary 10 Euro gift vouchers to spend on a treat from the new season’s collection!  Doors will be opening at 10am on Friday 22^nd January 2010 and to ensure you bag yourself one of the exclusive vouchers get yourselves down there early as herds will come a flocking!

Founded in 1969 New Look has 613 stores in the UK and Eire, a transactional website and 305 stores in France trading under the name Mim. In addition, New Look has 27 New Look branded stores in France and Belgium, and franchise stores in UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Egypt and Saudi Arabia.

Don’t forget to shop online at www.newlook.com

We Are Looking for Miss Cork Universe 2010…contact us now!

Would you like to follow in the same footsteps as the gorgeous Diana Donnelly Miss Universe Ireland 2009, or become a top Irish model like Miss Universe 2010, Lynn Kelly?

Diana Donnelly Miss Universe Ireland 2009

Miss Universe Ireland 2008 Lynn Kelly

Since winning one of the most prestigious crowns on the pagent circuit, both girls have gone onto become top models on the Irish scene. Lockdown are now searching for a Miss Cork Universe to send to the Irish final this year in the hope of becoming MissUniverse Ireland 2010.

The glitzy Cork final takes place this Spring, so if you have a friend, sister or daughter,  or perhaps you may wish to apply to enter yourself – drop us a line before Friday, January 15th for entry details.

emer@lockdown.ie / vivienne@lockdown.ie

Out with the old & in with the new!

Model Brid Verling @ Cork Fashion Wk Apr 09

 

2009 was a year that saw a number of longstanding Lockdown dreams come true with the agency pioneering the first ever Cork Fashion Week in history, shooting in Paris with photographer Gerard O’Meara and above all, keeping busy and being blessed to work hard and regularly in a year that was full of negative doom and gloom everytime we opened a paper or turned on the TV.  Ignoring the downturn in the national business climate, Directors Vivienne Kelly & Emer O’Sullivan succeeded in implementing a strong business ethic that positivity, strong focus and hard work always pay off at the end of the day. Finalists in the Shell Young Entrepreneur of the Year in 2008, we are delighted to be part of their modernisation of the fashion scene here with some of the most influential business people in the county and look forward to all the events 2010 holds.

Former Miss Cork Sarah O’Connell @ Cork Fashion Week Apr 09

All the Lockdown team and Directors want to thank their many clients and inspirational friends in business for their creativity and valued business in 2009. Time to salute the year gone by and ring in the new! Happy New Year!

Lockdown’s Emer & Jean from girl group The Dreams ringing in the New Year playing support to legendary disco divas Sister Sledge in the Savoy Theatre, Cork

Lockdown’s Kate & Vivienne ringing in the New Year at the Club Cabaret event, Boardwalk Bar & Grill. Photo: John Delea

Surf Party at the Blue Haven Hotel, Kinsale Summer 09

One of the many amazing Irish Examiner Weekend shoots by stylist Ann Marie O'Connor & photographer Miki Barlok from 2009

Agency Directors have a giggle and some fun with their Mr Cork & Mr County Cork 2009 before the Mr Ireland Final in Limerick Sept 09

South East Weddings Magazine Shoot @ Dundrum House: one of many for the magazine in 2009. Aisling Bourke, Linda O'Sullivan & Vivienne Kelly. Pic: Miki Barlok

Model Kellie Forde on a break shooting on the streets of Paris with Lockdown's Emer. Paris trip May 09 for Gerard O'Meara, Photographer

Outgoing Miss Ireland Sinead Noonan with Lockdown's Emer, Sarah O'Connell & Vivienne

Brunch with Former Miss World Rosanna Davison, July 09. Lockdown's Emer, Etaoin Ni hAilpin, Sarah O'Connell, Jennifer Foley, Rosanna and male model Cedric. Life Magazine, Sunday Independent.

Charity Luncheon show @ The Boardwalk, June 09. Lockdown's Emer, Pamela Morrissey & Aisling Kelleher Sobe Brown, Vivienne & Former Miss Cork Jean Kenny

Tickets still on sale for Sister Sledge gig: Only Irish date on their current European tour

Tickets still onsale at the door / from the Savoy / or at www.tickets.ie

Spectacular New Years Eve Disco Ball featuring Lockdown’s favourite Cork girl group THE DREAMS & DJ Keith Synnott.

www.savoytheatre.ie

New Years Eve @ The Savoy: Sister Sledge with our own glam girls ‘The Dreams’ playing support!

At this fun, festive, glitzy time of year we love nothing more than a good get together and what better way to ring in 2010 than at the beautiful Savoy Theatre with an exciting Lockdown twist. Legendary American group Sister Sledge will perform and ring in the New Year in true disco style but on stage before them is none other than our own dreamlette’s …Lockdown’s Emer O’Sullivan, Jean Elliott and Emma Cotter – girlgroup ‘The Dreams’. An amazing gig for our local songbirds to be booked for in only their third month of gigging, but not at all surprising after their packed performances to date with their unique sound, style and hugely entertaining set. Top Cork DJ Keith Synott will also play on until the early hours of the 1st.

Savoy Video of launch event featuring ‘The Dreams’: http://www.vimeo.com/8142333 

American supergroup Sister Sledge shot to fame in the 70’s and have been successfully touring since, the sisters are best known for tracks such as ‘Lost In Music’, ‘Frankie’, ‘He’s The Greatest Dancer’ and ‘We Are Family’ .  Since the 1979 release of their breakthrough album ‘We Are Family’, this remarkable group have  received over one hundred awards and commendations for outstanding work in the entertainment field.

♦♦♦TICKETS FOR NEW YEARS EVE NOW ONSALE AT www.tickets.ie ♦♦♦

 

Lockdown’s Jennifer Foley makes it onto Vogue.com’s ‘Model Faces to Watch 2010′ presitigious list

 

Our gorgeous Jennifer Foley has made it onto Vogue.com’s Model Faces to Watch in 2010!

Represented by ourselves at Lockdown down South, 1st Options in Dublin and IMG in Europe, Jennifer is an inspiration to other young, hardworking models in the country striving for high end work on the international platform. Jennifer came to the fore when she progressed to the final contestants in RTE’s ‘The Model Agent’ in 2009 and has been busy modelling in Ireland and the UK since.

♥ Congratulations Jenn – we heart you and wish you even more success in 2010! ♥

Visit Style Bible.ie for further coverage: http://www.stylebible.ie/News%20Bites/_Jennifer%20Foley.htm 

To see Jennifer on the coveted list visit:

http://www.vogue.co.uk/celebrity-photos/091222-model-faces-to-watch-for-2010/gallery.aspx?Page=2#

Irish Examiner, Weekend Supplement Christmas Shoot

Delighted to be involved in this stunning editorial shoot that had us hoping for oodles of Boodles this Christmas!

 

Credits
 

Stylist: Annmarie O’Connor – iblogfashion@gmail.com; 087 976 4920
Hair: John Geaney @ John Geaney for Hair – www.johngeaney.ie; 021 450 3788
Make-up: Liz McCarthy – lizformakeup@hotmail.com; 087 980 4520
Models: Bella, Louise and Kate at Lockdown Models – www.lockdown.ie; 087 646 9184
Photography: Miki Barlok – www.barlokphoto.com; 086 223 7081
Jewellery: Boodles – www.boodles.com; 01 679 0203 – prices on enquiry

Lockdown Directors Emer O'Sullivan & Vivienne Kelly are joined by model Sonya Coakley at the launch for the Decades Festival at the Boardwalk Bar & Grill, Cork. Photo: John Delea

The Decades Festival, a new music festival on Cork’s summer calendar, will take place in pubs all over Cork city centre on Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd August 2009.
 
This unique festival developed and organised by Cork publicans in conjunction with the VFI, promises music, madness, fancy dress and fun as 38 pubs in the Cork city island invite you to step back in time.

 
Supported by Carlsberg and 96FM, Cork city’s pubs will each host a decade for the weekend, providing music and entertainment from their chosen era.  There will also be a city-wide exemption on Friday and Saturday night. 

Every pub will be making a special effort to create an illusion of times past with both staff and venue dressed to reflect their decade and we want to encourage our customers and visitors to dress up as well ………let’s make Cork one big fancy dress party for the weekend!

Sobe Brown's Aisling Kelleher, Lockdown's Emer & Vivienne and Pamela Morrissey, Sobe Brown at the festival launch, Boardwalk Bar & Grill, Cork. Photo: John Delea

With a wide variety of pubs and music genres to visit, a trail map will be available soon around the city, which will be your guide to the venues and their decades. 

So whether you missed the 60’s, man; always wanted to frequent a 20’s speakeasy or fancy reliving the punk days of the 80’s, Cork city centre is the place for you at the Decades Festival!

The Decades Festival, Cork – 21st & 22nd August 2009

www.decadesfestivalcork.ie

Lockdown's Vivienne & Emer take the wheel of the De Lorean car at the Decades Festival Launch at the Boardwalk, Cork. Photo: John Delea.

‘The Corkonian’ magazine, out now!

 

Fashion Shoot for The Corkonian magazine, August edition

With super bargains to be found at some of the cities top boutiques, Lockdown’s Emer O’Sullivan has picked out some sales gems for her monthly fashion feature in The Corkonian magazine, on sale now all over Cork city and county.

 

Part of the RSVP Media Group, The Corkonian is now in its fourth month of publishing and has become a favourite with Corkonians for great local editorial, features and the latest in business, entertainment, arts, sports and of course fashion with our very own Emer!

 

Shot by renowned fashion photographer Miki Barlok (www.barlokphoto.com) this shoot for the magazine had a beautiful late-summer feel.  We hope you get out, purchase a copy from your local shop/newstand and support the local boutiques featured!

 

Photographer: Miki Barlok (www.barlokphoto.com)

Model: Kellie @ The Lockdown agency (www.lockdown.ie)

Hair: Pamela Morrissey @ Sobe Brown (www.sobebrown.com)

Editorial: Emer O’Sullivan, The Corkonian

The Corkonian, August 2009 now on sale

Sobe Brown launches new season, new looks!

Lockdown Model: Luciann for Sobe Brown

One of the most fun shoots we have had the fortune to be part of took place last week and had all the Lockdown girls climbing over each other with excitement to find out who had been the chosen models by Pam and her team to represent the salon’s new season looks.

 

With all the Sobe stylists working hard from early on a Sunday morning alongside top fashion photographer Miki Barlok, the shoot was prepared to precision with Sobe making their own feminine twist on the current grunge look for next season.   An amazing day was had by all on location and we can’t thank Pamela Morrissey and her team enough for their creativity, professionalism and forward thinking on yet another fantastic shoot!!

Miss Cork 2009 Etaoin O’hAilpin for Sobe Brown

 

Lockdown’s Linda for Sobe Brown

 Luciann’s Hair Stylists: Dara Kelleher, Edel & Erica

Etaoin’s Hair Stylists:  Pamela Morrissey, Proprietor

Linda’s Hair Stylist:     Aisling O’Sullivan, Creative Director

Sobe Brown, Morrisons Island, Cork Tel: 021-4222407

www.sobebrown.com

www.barlokphoto.com

www.lockdown.ie

Countdown to Miss Ireland 2009 – Meet Miss Sunday World 2009 Aisling Bourke

Miss Sunday World 2009 Aisling Bourke

So the countdown has begun to the highly anticipated Miss Ireland 2009 Final.  The big night is Saturday September 26th and will be at the Royal Marine Hotel, Dun Laoighre this year.

 

In our countdown to the big final, Lockdown’s Emer O’Sullivan talks to a finalist whose face has become a familiar one on our national press – the gorgeous, bubbly Miss Sunday World Aisling Bourke.

 
Where are you from: 

Good old Tipperary-Home of farmers and GAA.
 
When were you crowned Miss Sunday World and what encouraged you to enter:

14th of May 2009, week before my 21st, was the day and was not expecting it at all, nearly backed out of the final  so happy I didnt!!! I just saw the ad on the Sunday Worlds bebo page and just went with it, I had nothing to lose. Before I knew it I was getting my dress for the final.Its an honour to be the new face of the paper and I hope Im doing them proud so far!
 
Since being crowned what new opportunities have you had since becoming a professional model:

Miss Sunday World has certainly given me a lot more exposure. Its a tough business and I appreciate every bit of publicity I get through the paper and through my agents at Lockdown. I have worked with Patrick Cameron, I didnt realise he was such a legend when it comes to styling long hair!!  As well as the Haute Couture awards for Solo. I had a looooot of fun with the Lockdown gang at the surf party at Hamlets in Kinsale. It was a great night. I really wanted to fight Patrick in the Sumo Wrestling though. That surf simulater was my enemy as I have no balance!!
 
But in general I have learned so much in a short space of time doing shoots, shows and events and I look forward to a busy year ahead at the agency and also with my super Sunday World friends!
 
Whats the one thing about Miss Ireland that you are looking forward to?

 Well Theres so much to look forward to!! I’m lucky to be experiencing it all with Etaoin, Miss Cork and fellow Lockdown hottie, knowing someone makes it less daunting!! The final is the big night but we have press calls to look forward to and I can wait to hear all about the other entrants experiences and stories!
 
Where is your favourite holiday destination and why?

 Anywhere with sunshine!!!! I have relations in Germany and in Washington DC so have made a visit, I have  been privilaged to have travelled a lot. I say it again and again but I love Hawaii,  I never shut up about it! I was one incredibly lucky gal to have lived there and worked over there too. It is paradise so that’s my favourite hot spot!
 
What is your favourite food?

 I cook …finally, I took it upon myself to learn!! I know exactly what I’m eating that way. When eating out I love a chinese!! 
 
What is your favourite film?

I have to say I  Sex and the City, typical girly film. 
 
Who would you like to invite to dinner?

  Im going to be obvious and say Barack Obama but not to discuss politics but to get to his wife and possibly raid her wardrobe!!

Support Aisling in the Miss Ireland Final next month and get the Sunday World Magazine this Sunday to see her spread!

 

 

 

 

Human Manequins at Mahon Point

Kicking off the fashion weekend at Mahon Point last friday, here are some shots of our models posing as human manequins in styles from some of the amazing collections under the roof at the cities biggest shopping mall: 

 

 

Lockdown Director Vivienne Kelly for Swamp, Mahon Point

Miss Cork 2009 Etaoin Ni hAilpin for Monsoon

 

Mr Cork 2009 Patrick Murphy for Suits You

Red FM's Eimear Varian Barry and Camilla interviewing Lockdown's Vivienne Kelly in the RedFM Booth

Vivienne live on air with RedFM's Eimear Varian Barry live from Mahon Point

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Miss Cork Etaoin Ni hAilpin, Kellie Forde & Lockdown Director Emer O'Sullivan

Hamlets Cocktail Party this Friday

“Cocktail” @ Hamlets Café Bar Kinsale with Pamela Flood

 

Only just after recovering from the fun at the Hamlets Surf Party, the Lockdown camp were thrilled to hear about the cocktail night there this Friday, September 18th! Not a venue to do things in half measures, Hamlets at the Blue Haven is renowned for its glamorous parties and this again sounds like it will be up there with their best nights so far.

 

Former Miss Ireland and TV presenter Pamela Flood will host proceedings and Lockdown Models Vivienne Kelly and Miss Cork 2009 Etaoin Ni hAilpin will join fellow models and male model Shane Nolan, who is also a finalist in the Irish Cocktail making team, for the night which is free admission for all at the door.

 

 

Lockdown's Vivienne Kelly, Pamela Flood & Miss Cork Etaoin O'hAilpin

 

Hosting the Hamlets Cocktail night this Friday is Former Miss Ireland and TV presenter Pamela Flood

 

 

 

 

For further details contact the Blue Haven on T: 0214772939 or visit: www.bluehavencollection.com

Miss Ireland 2009

Last Saturday night, a glittering event at the Royal Marine Hotel in Dun Laoighre saw the crowning of a new Miss Ireland.  Miss Ireland 2008 Sinead Noonan handed over the crown to stunning Miss Derry 2009 Laura Patterson. 

 

All the Lockdown team were brimming with pride and there were a lot of hoarse voices on the road back from Dublin from cheering for our two entrants – Miss Cork 2009 Etaoin Ni hAilpin and Miss Sunday World 2009 Aisling Bourke. 

Lockdown Director Emer O’Sullivan, Former Miss Cork Sarah O’Connell, Miss Ireland 2009 Sinead Noonan,Lockdown Director Vivienne Kelly @ Miss Ireland

Huge thanks to Krishna Naidoo, Stephen Saleh and their brilliant team who produced a fantastic show and gave everyone a fantastic night to remember. Best of luck to Laura in her new role as Miss Ireland and we look forward to working with her in the coming year!

Miss Sunday World 2009 Aisling Bourke performing the Michael Jackson tribute with finalists for the show opening

 

 

Lockdown's Vivienne, Sarah and Emer arriving on the red carpet at the Royal Marine Hotel

Irish Examiner Fashion Feature

Blown away with the amazing styling, hair, makeup and shooting from this feature, we have decided to share some of the images from the Irish Examiner Weekend Supplement fashion shoot that ran last Saturday.

 

Our lucky models on location were Laura Keohane from RTE’s ‘The Model Agent’ and  top Irish model Kellie Forde.

 

Model Laura Keohane

 

 

Model Kellie Forde

Styling: Annmarie O’Connor, Irish Examiner Fashion

Makeup: Liz McCarthy, Makeup Artist

Photography: Miki Barlok, Fashion Photographer

Hair: John Geaney, Cork

Carrigaline Court Wedding Fair – this Sunday Oct 4th

Planning your big day soon? Join us at the beautiful Carrigaline Court Hotel, Cork this Sunday for their annual wedding fair. With exhibitors offering expert advice for your wedding day and Bridal Fashion Shows at 2.30pm & 4.00pm, this annual event is a must for anyone planning their special day. As always, we are looking forward to judging the Best Dressed Lady competition on the day!!

Miss Cork 2009 Etaoin Ni hAilpin & Mr Cork 2009 Patrick Murphy launching the Carrigaline Court Hotel Wedding Fair

http://www.carrigcourt.com/

Launch of New Girl Group ‘The Dreams’ @ the Boardwalk Thurs Oct 15th next

Lockdown Director Emer O’Sullivan has joined forces with singer and actress Jean Elliott (who is an original Lockdown Model and also show presenter at the agency) and top Cork actress and singer Emma Cotter to form new girlgroup called ’The Dreams’.

The Dreams band members l-r Emer O'Sullivan, Jean Elliott and Emma Cotter (front). Pic Miki Barlok

Jean has enjoyed an Irish Top Ten hit with her single Walk Away and a No 1 hit with Highest Hill on the Irish Download charts, she has spent over a decade with Emma at Cork Arts Studio, the Monforts and CADA and was in the School of Music with Emer. Jean and Emer also spent time on the award winning set of the Tudors in Dublin for Season Two of filming. Emma is also well known face in musical theatre in Cork the past few years. With a strong thread of performing arts and a musical background throughout the group, all three girls began rehersing earlier this summer and ‘The Dreams’ was born!

Their launch gig will take place next Thursday October 15th in the RSVP Lounge of the Boardwalk Bar & Grill, Lapps Quay. Doors open at 8pm.  The girls with host a cabaret style night with Friends of ‘The Dreams’ performing at their launch celebration: Irish trad and folk singer Roy Buckley will perform songs from his new album, Cork band The Moviestars will perform as will Mr Cork 2009 Patrick Murphy and singer Katie O’Connell.

 

Doors open at 8pm and entry is €8 on the door with proceeds going to Marymount Hospice.

For any queries on this event or to book The Dreams, contact 086-2137532

Do you want to be Miss Cork 2010?

The search has begun to find Miss Cork 2010!

Miss Cork 2009 Etaoin Ni hAilpin

Follow in the footsteps of the gorgeous Jean Kenny Miss Cork 2008 or the current Miss Cork 2009 Etaoin Ni hAilpin and be in the running to become once of the most booked models in Munster and strongly support local charity. Since being crowned, both girls continue to enjoy huge success as runway and photographic models and with national print media and TV opportunities.

Miss Cork 2008 Jean Kenny

The final, which has become one of the main social events in the cities calendar, will take place next Spring, so the exciting search has now begun to find our contestants for the new Miss Cork.

If you/your sister/friend/girlfriend is over 5ft 8” and has what it takes to represent the city for the year as well as at the prestigious Miss Ireland final, apply to us now with a recent photograph to: emer@lockdown.ie

 

Artisan Success!

The sell out Artisan fashion show at the Maryborough House Hotel was a credit to Deirdre and her talented teams at the Douglas and Grange salons.

Lockdown's Lisa, Shauna & Megan backstage

The glamorous event raised over €13,500 for the salon’s chosen and very worthy charities: Asbergers and Cloghroe Autism Support Group.

Lockdown's Mairead with her Artisan hair backstage

Guests were entertained with hair and make-up demos, a champagne and cupcake reception and a spectacular fashion show. Hosted by the Evening Echo and County Sound’s Martina O’Donoghue and styled by Evening Echo Fashion Editor Emma Connolly, with makeup by top makeup artists: Kate Noonan and Mary Ginnifer, the show featured amazing collections from the cities top boutiques.

Model Kate, Lockdowns Stage manager Rebecca O'Donovan,Director Vivienne Kelly and models Lisa and Jean backstage

Mark Your Diaries! Nov 20th @ The Pavillion

Lockdown’s trademark show ‘Design’ is back! Calling all local fashion designers / design students, contact us now if you wish to apply to showcase your collection in the above event!

emer@lockdown.ie / vivienne@lockdown.ie

South East Wedding Magazine Out Now

Our favourite bridal magazine is on the shelves now with an amazing shoot with some of our top faces, including Lockdown Director Vivienne Kelly. 

Lockdown's Vivienne Kelly for South East Wedding Magazine

Lockdown's Vivienne Kelly for South East Wedding Magazine

LockdownModels l-r Aisling Bourke, Linda O'Sullivan, Vivienne Kelly (front)

Lockdowns Ronan Mulcaire & Vivienne Kelly for South East Wedding Magazine

Photography: Miki Barlok

Hair: Helen O’Dwyer, Unique Hair Design

Makeup: Boutique Salon

Styling:  Waterlily Brides, Fairytale Moments, De Stafford Bridal, Fashion Boutiques   Stakelums  Fashions, Vanilla and Pageant Boutique.    Groomswear   Mr Mister Menswear

Location: Dundrum House

Shoot on today’s Irish Examiner Weekend Suppplement

Don’t forget to pick up your copy of today’s Weekend Supplement with the Irish Examiner.  Yet another amazing shoot by stylist and fashion writer Annmarie O’Connor. Well done to all involved!

Photography: Miki Barlok

Styling/Editorial: Annmarie O’Connor

Hair: John Geaney Hair Studio

Makeup: Liz McCarthy

Models: Linda & Mairead @ www.lockdown.ie

WeightWatchers /Debenhams Show this Thursday 19th Nov, in aid of the Hope Foundation

 

Weight Watchers celebrate their 30th birthday in Ireland this year and for the duration have actively supported many charity’s.   WW have raised €375,000  in the 32 counties by the men and women of WW Ireland this year which built a hospital in Calcutta.  As a result of this huge achievement, WW Ireland have made a commitment to raise €5,000 each year over five years to continue the smooth running of the hospital.  
 
Debenhams, for the second year running, will partner up with WW Ireland to host a spectacular style event and fashion show at their Patrick Street Store, this Thursday 19th November. The show will feature a number of WW Ireland models who are at goal weight and also our Lady Mayoress Tanya Murphy, along with handsome Cork DJ’s Dave Mc and Philip from Red Fm and Mr Cork 2009 Patrick Murphy.  

The Fashion Show will take place in the Style Restaurant, Debenhams Patrick St. at 745 p.m.   Wine and cheese reception, €15 per ticket, great spot prizes and a full show featuring Lockdown Models.  Debenhams open until 12.00 p.m. as their huge Christmas sale begins and the carpark will also be open until midnight.  

 
Tickets available on the night or from the Clarins Counter at Debenhams Patrick St. Or any WW class. 
 
For ticket queries contact Elaine: 087-2524095 or Eileen is 086-2570812.  

 

 

 

Countdown to ‘Design’ this Friday @ The Pavillion

 

Cork’s own master of soul Brian Deady will perform at ‘Design’ this Friday night at the Pavillion. All the Lockdown lovelies are completely obsessed with Brian’s new album ‘INTERVIEW’ so the gig will be a perfect kick-start to the Christmas party season ahead.  The Cork based vocalist and composer has sent a strong ripple through the music industry nationally and his sell out gigs in Dublin and Cork last month are proof of the popularity and originality of his new album ‘Interview’.

 

‘Interview’ is the product of three years work and features production from Colm K, Ross O’ Donovan, Ishfaq (Croatia), B Bravo (San Francisco) and Deady himself.  He has opened for acts such as Candi Staton, Poets of Rhythm, Laura Izibor and Stones Throw artist Mayer Hawthorne.

There will be a very special opening to Brian’s performance Friday night – one for the boys – so we hope you all enjoy it!!!

“ Geat colourful splashes and some of that raw deep soul that never goes out of fashion.  One to watch for ‘09″- The Irish Times

Tickets now on sale from The Pavillion Bar, Careys Lane or Sobe Brown Hair, Morrisons Island, Cork. €15. Doors open 9pm.

Brian Deady with Miss Cork Etaoin Ni hAilpin being fitted by Niamh from Positively 8 Street preparing for ‘Design’ this Friday @ The Pavilion, Cork.

 

 

 

 

2 days to ‘Design’: Interview with Lockdown’s most stylish DJ Stevie G

With only two days to go to DESIGN at the Pavilion featuring singer Brian Deady, we chat with a long-standing friend of Lockdown who has lit up many parties and fashion shows with his musical talents since the beginning days at Lockdown! RedFm DJ and renowned Irish DJ Stevie G!

Stevie G

Q.: You’ve supported Lockdown as an agency since the beginning days promoting student designers in the city and local business in fashion through playing for shows. Whats has been your best memory in these events of the fusion between fashion and music?

I’ve always enjoyed working with Lockdown and all of their models over the years and it has been particularly satisfying to see how the whole thing has got bigger over that time. The highlight was undoubtedly Cork Fashion Week earlier this year and it was great to see local young people putting Cork firmly on the map in what is potentially a huge event in our calendar for years to come!

Q: Working closely with student musicians and DJs yourself, how important do you think it is to provide a platform for young design talent in our city and encourage the young students coming up the ranks

Stevie: This gives me a massive buzz because the Lockdown crew and all of their people are trying to promote Cork for fashion in the exact same way as I am for music. The youth is the future and you only had to see the turn-out for the teenage fashion showcase last April to see that the next level of fashion people in Cork are delighted to be getting involved too!

Q: You’re known around town as a pretty stylish guy yourself who has been known to have the best kicks and labels, do you think fashion for guys has changed the last few years in Cork?

Stevie: Ha ha I dunno about that! I love pretty obvious stuff such as All Saints and Converse but I have also been impressed by what the likes of Zara have on offer. I really like what the girls are doing at Positively 8th Street and Fellini next door to the Pavilion is also cool for vintage stuff, which i’ve always loved!

Q: Tell us about the act you have in for JAM after the Design show:

Stevie: My man Mikki Dee is one of the best DJ’s living here (he is origianlly from New Zealand) and he has been spinning with me since my days in the Back bar of Sir Henrys. Super UK host & lyricist Mystro Joins forces with him too;The lads tore up Oxegen with their combination of live songs, hiphop classics and party jams all chopped up on turntables and video screens; it’s gonna be unreal, don’t miss it!

Tune into Red Drive with Stevie G on RedFm from 5pm daily to win tickets to DESIGN. Tickets are also now onsale from the Pavillion, Careys Lane and Sobe Brown, Morrisons Island (4222407), €15. Doors open at 9pm Friday and tickets include entry into JAM with Stevie G and guests Mikki Dee & Mystro after.

1 Day to ‘Design’: ANNOUNCING SPECIAL GUEST ‘THE APPRENTICE’ CANDIDATE BREFFNY MORGAN!

Mass hysteria at Lockdown today with the announcement of our special guest tomorrow night: 

Yes its true, the one and only Breffmeister will be guesting at our Design show tomorrow night at the Pavillion, 9pm.

As widely featured in national media as ‘Jedward’,  Harvard graduate Breffny Morgan has become quite the national icon since the new season of Bill Cullen’s ‘Apprentice’ aired, and we can’t wait to have him as a guest at our Design show!

With a Victoria’s Secret-style show opening to singer Brian Deady’s performance, the show is one for the boys and girls not to miss!

Tickets €15 now onsale from The Pavillion bar, Careys Lane and Sobe Brown, Morrisons Island or on the door on the night. Doors @The Pavillion open 9pm tomorrow Friday 20th!

 

 

Design Success

Thanks to all the die-hards who braved the floods in Cork city last Friday night, all in the name of fashion. The Design show was a huge success and credit to the hard work that Directors Vivienne Kelly & Emer O’Sullivan put in to organise a show of this magnitude against the weather and recession odds of the moment. Testiment again to the strong business and fashion community in Cork.

Model Kellie Forde

Singer Brian Deady who has just released his new album ‘Interview’  blew the crowd away with his set to which the Lockdown models strutted their stuff.  His unique style and blend of funky soul had everyone on their feet and itunes was no doubt clogged up the next day with everyone downloading his album after the success of his performance.  Red FM DJ and longstanding friend of the Lockdown team Stevie G dj’d into the early hours with special guests Mikki Dee and Mystro.  With spectacular break dancers and fun dance-offs the night was more than just a regular fashion show.

Singer Brian Deady

Model Laura Keohane from RTE's 'The Model Agent' fame

Student fashion designers showcased their new collections and were joined by local boutiques such as Oasis, Patrick St and the very cool new collection from Positively Vintage Castle Street. The amazing hair creations were done by Pamela Morrissey and Aisling O’Sullivan and all the talented team at Sobe Brown, Cork’s only Bumble & Bumble excusive salon.

Collection of the evening went to makeup artist Ann Marie Joy and her co-designer Avril for their ‘Lockdown Angels’ , Victoria Secrets inspired underwear collection. Mary Ginnifer joined Ann Marie as the makeup team for the night.

With a guest appearance and interview with TV3’s ‘The Apprentice’ star Breffny Morgan, aka ‘The Breffmeister’, the night was electric from start to finish and all at the Lockdown Team want to thank everyone for making it the huge success it was. Huge thanks also to Coors Light for their support and keeping the punters happy on the night!

Cork Fashion Week 2010 dates coming this week!!!

 

Runway Brides @ The Fota Island Resort

Lockdown’s  directors Vivienne Kelly & Emer O’Sullivan were booked alongside one of Lockdown’s original models, Former Miss Cork Sarah O’Connell to model breathtaking wedding gowns by Designers Sharon Hoey & Jenny Packham at the Fota Island Resort tonight.  Hosted by gorgeous, bubbly TV personality Lorraine Keane the event offered informative seminars for brides-to-be and their other halves and turned out to be a glam packed event in really beautiful surroundings at the Fota Island Resort.

Keep tuned for press shots from the night in the coming days!

Lockdown's Emer with the gorgeous Lorraine Keane. Photo:Niall Duffy/GMC Photography

Photo:Niall Duffy/GMC Photography

Photo:Niall Duffy/GMC Photography

Photo:Niall Duffy/GMC Photography

Photo:Niall Duffy/GMC Photography

Photo:Niall Duffy/GMC Photography

Savoy Re-launch: Tomorrow Sat 5th!

Former Miss Ireland & TV personality Andrea Roche

The re-launch of the Savoy Theatre on Patrick St will take place tomorrow with one of the most star-studded, spectacular events planned that the city has seen in years.

In keeping with the history of the spectacular venue, the night will take on a 1950’s theme with vintage cars pulling up the length of Patrick Street and models styled in 50’s couture lining the red carpet with photographers and guests being treated to a 1950’s Movie Premier glitzy welcome. Girl Group ‘The Dreams’ will perform on the main stage and media guests, including the gorgeous Andrea Roche, will party the night away to mark the re-launch of one of Cork’s most historic buildings.

Keep tuned for lots of glamorous coverage of this event over the weekend!

‘The Dreams’ live & Lockdown Christmas Party @ The Blue Haven, Kinsale THIS FRIDAY

Girl group The Dreams. Pic: MIKI BARLOK

Lockdown will celebrate their 3rd Birthday with all their models, team, clients and media and ring in Christmas in style next Friday, with a spectacular night at the Blue Haven Collection, Kinsale.

All the public are welcome from 8.30pm with FREE ENTRY. In keeping with their reputation for unrivalled events in Munster, the Blue Haven will open the doors to their multi venues under one roof and host the mother of all glamorous parties. With The Dreams playing live in the Blue Haven all night, this is one event you cannot miss to get you in the Christmas spirit. Following the success of their Savoy Theatre performance last week, the girl group which is made up of Lockdown Director Emer O’Sullivan, Irish chart topping singer Jean Elliott and top actress and singer Emma Cotter will be belting out party tunes from the 60’s to present.

For further enquires on this Blue Haven Collection event contact  Tony on: 021 4772939

See you and your dancing shoes next Friday for a night to remember!!

Love, the Lockdown Team xoxo

www.bluehavenkinsale.com

The Dreams having fun after rehersals at The Blue Haven. Pic: MIKI BARLOK

Lockdown Christmas Party Tonight at the Blue Haven, Kinsale: FREE ENTRY

Tonights the night! Like Christmas Eve when you’re a child and you cant sleep with the excitement of Santa’s arrival, well we’re thats how excited we are about our annual Christmas party.

 

Free Entry for all the public tonight at the Blue Haven from 9pm. A fantastic night with two electric venues under one roof. On the main Blue Haven stage is girlgroup ‘The Dreams’ performing for over an hour and a half, with a fantastic set featuring everything from Tina Turner, Aretha Franklin and The Committments to Lady Gaga, Pink and James Morrison. And on the Hamlets stage are the brilliant Us2, U2 Tribute band.

‘The Dreams’ live tonight at the Blue Haven Hotel, Kinsale

For enquiries call Tony @ The Blue Haven on 021 4772209

Riana Collection Launches Its ‘Free Money This Christmas’ Giveaway

Glamorous Former Miss Cork Jean Kenny launches RIANA’s Christmas promotion

 

Former Miss Cork and model Jean Kenny was at The Riana Collections new store at 43 Marlborough Street Cork to launch their new ‘Free Money This Christmas’ giveaway.  The promotion to launch the new shop offers all customers €5 off each transaction, customers will receive their €5 off when making their purchase in-store.  The ‘Free Money This Christmas’ promotion was designed to give real savings this Christmas period, and The Riana Collection staff look forward to Cork shoppers availing of the offer at their new Marlborough Street store.

Ray Farrell of The Riana Collection said, “We are delighted to have opened our new store on Marlborough Street and so far it has been a great success.  The Riana Collection offers unique costume jewellery at affordable prices, and with our Christmas promotion it is even better value.  We thought we would keep it simple, so all you have to do is pop into the shop on Marlborough Street and we will give you €5 off each transaction.  If you want to have a sneak peek you can log onto our website www.rianacollection.com where you can view our full range.”

The Riana Collection is a unique offering of silver and gold jewellery with embedded Austrian Crystals. The jewellery has many exclusively designed pieces. The full range is also nickel free and allergy tested.

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