ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY ON THE BOOK: COMMUNICATION REVIEW

AN ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY OF FIVE JOURNALS IN THE BOOK: COMMUNICATION REVIEW BY LECTURERS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF MASS COMMUNICATION, UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS.

Annotated Bibliography
An annotated bibliography is a list of citations to books, articles, and documents. Each citation is followed by a brief (usually about 150 words) descriptive and evaluative paragraph, the annotation. The purpose of the annotation is to inform the reader of the relevance, accuracy, and quality of the sources cited

Oyero Olusola (2011), Information Sources and Awareness Level of Child Right in Lagos State, Nigeria. Communication Review, Department of Mass Communication, University of Lagos. 

Rogers (1963 & 2003) defines diffusion as the process by which an innovation is communicated through certain channels overtime among the members of a social system. This journal examines the length to which students in Lagos State are aware of their rights and explored their views on these rights. The journal also points out its findings from respondents and its recommends that child right advocate increases their effort in putting the right of a child in public space and give information on how children can demand for the fulfillment of these rights.

Yomi Daramola (Ph.D) Kunle Hamilton (M.sc) (2011), New Media and Democracy, A Case Study of President Goodluck Jonathan's 2011 Political Campaign On Facebook. Communication Review, Department of Mass Communication, University of Lagos.

This journal spoke extensively on the role of new media in bringing democracy and civil activism to Nigeria. The journal traces the use of new media technology with a focus on Facebook to show how former President Good luck Jonathan was able to win the 2011 presidential elections using by interacting with his followers and friends on Facebook, mobilizing and informing them daily of what he plans to do when he becomes president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Dennis McQuail (2010) refers to new media as a disparate form of communication technologies that share novelty and are digitalized, and are widely available for personal use as communication devices.





Etim Anim & Oloruntola Sunday (2011) Nigerian Newspaper Editors Perception of The Role of Editorials in Press Function, Communication Review, Department of Mass Communication, University of Lagos.

This journal spoke extensively on the role of editorials in society, which is to strive for honest and comprehensive coverage of news and courageous expression of opinion in support of the basic principles of human liberty and social progress. The journal deepens the understanding of its reader and what to expect from newspaper editorials and how to know which newspaper is being biased.

Derin k. Ologbenla (2011) Evaluation of Election Violence in Nigeria: The Involvement of The Youth. Communication Review, Department of mass communication, University of Lagos.

This journal opens the eyes of the reader to the threat or physical force carried out by politicians, paying youths meagre amount of money to carry out their evil plan, with the intent to cause injury or death. Politicians ride upon the fact that there are no jobs for youths and there is a high rate of poverty amongst Nigerians to take advantage of jobless youths and cause bodily on their desired political opposition.

Charles Onwunali (2011), Exposure to Television Advertisement and Purchase Preferences: The Moderating Influence of Audience Involvement. Communication Review, Department of Mass Communication, University of Lagos.

According to Petty and Cacioppo, attitude formation or change process depends on the amount and nature of elaboration or processing of relevant information that occurs in response to a persuasive message (advertisement). This journal explain the process by which advertisement leads to persuasion and habit formation (purchase preference) by influencing attitudes.

DPiperTwins presents the Fall/Winter 2014 Collection

 

Ghanaian designing duo, twin sisters – Danielle & Chantelle Dwomoh-Piper are back with the Fall/Winter 2014 collection from their design label DPiperTwins.

The collection is filled with sparkle and lush feminine pieces that can go from the office to a Christmas party. it features, tops with cut-outs, pleated skirts, cropped tops, knee-length skirts, long dresses with thigh-high slits, cocktail dresses, coats and more.

Check it out.

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The Spring/Summer 2015 Collection Lookbook by Chidinma Obairi

Filled with delicate embellishments, the collection has a dress for every occasion. Drawing inspiration from contemporary art & luxury, the collection consists of beautiful evening gowns. Embellished with tulle, organza, laser-cut lace and dupion silks, the pieces are indeed timeless.

According to the brand. “The collection brings couture techniques to ready to wear, creating timeless pieces".

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Dpiper Twins’ Fabulously Eclectic Spring/Summer 2015 Collection!

DPiper Twins – a Ghanaian fashion label created by twins Danielle and Chantelle Dwomoh-Piper have released their Spring/Summer 2015 collection.

With pieces for almost every type of woman, the collection has a infusion of African prints and bright colours that would make for the perfect wardrobe.


See pieces from the collection below.

 

DEFINING “SMART CASUAL”

A very popular but often perplexing dress code is… “Smart Casual”.. How do you define Smart Casual?? In a broad categorisation, I would define Smart Casual as a well tailored, put-together look that is smart, chic and sometimes..fun? It is a dressed down version of traditional suits.. An easier approach to professional business/formal wear.. Here your personal style is allowed to shine through.. yet still slightly restrained..

It varies depending largely on the sort of industry you belong to.. In some cases, Smart Casual is still relatively quite formal..

These tips would see you through a smart casual dress code:



For the ladies:

1. A well cut Knee/ mid length dress. It can be in fun colours

2.  A nice pencil skirt..still knee length or midi

3. A patterned blouse or top

4. A blazer/ throw-on

5. Brooches, neckscarfs, Accessories, pearls..

7. Clutch bags

6. Ballerina flats/ Nice heels

7. Trousers/ Pants



For Men:

1. Well Cut blazers

2. Dark Slacks/ Trousers

3. Long Sleeve Shirts

4. With or without a Tie

5. Sweaters/Cardigans

6. In some cases, a well cut pair of navy blue Jeans and  a Blazer could pass..


The pictures below depict my humble take on the smart casual dress code.I wore a pair of Floral Culottes and matching peplum top I scored from Zinkata. I absolutely love the cut and print of the outfit. It is a really chic and smart look. I also teamed it with a gorgeous big blue Aiirkey bag available at Zinkata as well. I find it quite smart and casual at the same time.. and it was quite appropriate for my duties as well..( Fashion Consulatnt).
If you work in a more restrained environment, a throw-on ow blazer would look amazing with this outfit as well..It can also be teamed with a crisp white or black shirt and shoes of your choice.

In a nutshell.. Think neat, Smart, well together and chic/suave… Smart Casual sorted!!

What are your thoughts?? What is your take or definition of smart casual? I would love to hear from you!

Stay Smart.. Stay Happy… Stay Fabulous!

Sincerely,


Ezinne Chinkata

Ezinne Chinkata is a fashion consultant and owner of Zinkata which started out as a nick-name name for her. It further developed into a business name and gradually became an even more visible brand with the launch of Zinkata.tumblr.com in 2012. “Fashion is a multi faceted medium, with useful tools to inspire, strengthen and foster a total “emancipation” of the mind….Let the journey begin.

 

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Lady Biba debuts Elegant Holiday 2014 Campaign for “Refined Opulence” Collection

From the house of emerging Nigerian fashion label, Lady Biba, comes femininity in fashion with a contemporary minimalist twist this season.

The “Refined Opulence” collection tells a story of old elegance and beauty. The inspiration behind the collection was drawn from ideology of understated elegance as seen in influences like Richard Avedon’s photography and Greta Garbo’s old Hollywood style.

The designer interprets traditional silhouettes with modern cuts and elements with the debut of sequins and lace along with rich jewel toned colors that mirror the spirit of the holiday season while maintaining the aesthetic of the brand.

ART

Egg-cellent Meal!

Daily Mail reports:
One creative mother has come up with a novel way of making sure her offspring eat their breakfasts - by using eggs to make works of art. Sculpted into a variety of extraordinary designs, Anne Widya, from Hong Kong, uses sunny side up eggs to make sure her children's plates are always cleared.

Made using a cookie cutter and sushi wrap, the mother-of-four serves eggs in an assortment of shapes from smiling pigs to ice cream sundaes. Mrs Widya's art career first began as way to cheer up her son, Andrew, when he became unwell and was forced to miss school. The colourful designs proved a hit and since then, Mrs Widya, who has never been to a single cooking class and is completely self-taught, has made them every day. Ideas for the designs come from everyday objects, interesting pictures discovered while browsing the internet, the TV or book illustrations. And she's also become an internet sensation in her own right, after she began posting photos of her designs online.

'I've always loved decorating my kids plates, whether it was for dessert, pastry or bread but it used to be something simple,' she explains. 'In 2012, I posted a picture of Andrew's fully decorated meal when he was sick and my friends loved the plate. 'As time went on, their breakfast plates ended up becoming my art projects. Sunny side up requires a little patience to make, the edges will burn or overcook using high heat. 'I usually plan everything ahead of time, I cut the bread up using scissors the night before and keep it in an air tight container. 'In the morning I slice the fruits while toasting the bread and fry the sunny side up eggs and sausages all at the same time.

'If I see a cute thing on the internet, TV or in a book, I will take a picture of it using my iPhone and keep it for reference. 'When I have free time, I will look at those pictures again and think about how I will make that shape using egg, fruit or bread. 'For morning egg art it usually takes 45 minutes for 3 decorated plates, I only make 3 plates because my youngest is still very picky and is still in the phase of throwing things on the floor. 'I make them as often as time allows, I don't make food art in a hurry as it would defeat the whole purpose of making it. I want to create happy memories for all of my family.'