July 2008
Habibi does the HOUSE OF BLUES! We laid out our best selling shampoos, lotions and balms... in the ultra-exlusive Foundation Room at the House of Blues on Sunset. Invited guests indulged in our ultra rich formulas and fragrances, and each left with a special gift to complete the experience!
July 2008
(Los Angeles, CA) June 26, 2008 - Illusions Cosmetics presented their annual Pre-BET Awards beauty/spa event, "Sparkle, Shimmer & Shine," on Sunday afternoon, June 22, at a private estate in the exclusive Hancock Park section of Los Angeles. Hosted by actress Lauren London ("This Christmas," "ATL"), the invitation-only affair was co-sponsored by Soft Sheen-Carson, Vaseline and Baileys.
Celebrities and VIPs on hand included actress Tasha Smith ("Why Did I Get Married?") and her twin sister, film producer Sidra Smith, actor Jimmy Jean-Louis (NBC's "Heroes"), TV personalities and budding fashion designers Vanessa Simmons and Angela Simmons (MTV's "Run's House"), actor Darrin Henson ("Stomp the Yard"), former model Nicole Murphy, singer/model Steph Jones, twin actresses Malika and Khadijah Haqq ("ATL"), casting director/producer Robi Reed, fashion designer Traver Rains of Heatherette, music retailer George Daniels, actor Thom Barry (CBS's "Cold Case"), actress Jazsmin Lewis ("Barbershop"), actor Gary Anthony Sturgis ("Daddy's Little Girls"), actress Katerina Graham, and 102.3 FM morning radio personality Nautica de la Cruz, among many others.
Two hundred tastemakers attended and indulged in makeup application at the Illusions Cosmetics beauty bar, hair consultation by Soft Sheen-Carson's celebrity hairstylist Johnny Wright featuring their new Weave Care product, massages by Vince Allen and Robert Lewis, manicures by Melissa Bozant, and eyelash extensions by Jimmy Q. Dinh and Ja'Maal Buster. Guests were treated to delicious appetizers catered by Mmm Mmm Catering, two cocktail bars sponsored by Baileys featuring their signature "Chocolatini," and popular music spun on the turntables by DJ Shy.
This year's event was designed by world-renowned event planning company, W.P. Miller Special Events. Gift bag partners included Illusions Cosmetics, Soft Sheen-Carson, Vaseline, Baileys, Alcone, Rosebud Salve, Scentsational Soaps, Foot Petals, Habibi Body, Ceci Cela Essentials, Trim Water, and Hidden Beach Recordings.
May 2008
HABIBI was among the featured designers at the Spring Glam Sale in West Hollywood. Hundreds of customers flocked to the Pacific Design Center to sample and buy our bestselling summer selections, including Pomegranate, Summer and Mint Therapy!
March 2008
HABIBI travelled south to San Diego, to 'Spring into Style!' Hundreds of fashion-forward folks packed The Abbey, to get their hands on our seasonal bestsellers! When it was all said and done, we'd nearly SOLD OUT of all available stock. Good times!
March 2008
CELEBRITY FRIENDS AND FAMILY CELEBRATE ACTRESS/COMEDIENNE NIECY NASH
AT "GLAMOROUS" BIRTHDAY SOIREE IN HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA
(Los Angeles, CA) March 4, 2008 -- "The Glamorous Life" was the theme of a lavish birthday party held Saturday, March 1st for actress/comedienne Niecy Nash at Cabana Club in Hollywood, California. The exclusive affair was hosted by Niecy's dear friend, fellow actress/comedienne Sherri Shepherd, co-host of ABC's "The View." Celebrities in attendance at the red carpet event included actor Terry Crews ("Everybody Hates Chris"), actress Jenifer Lewis ("Tyler Perry's Meet the Browns"), model/actress Eva Marcille ("America's Next Top Model"), actor Lance Gross ("Tyler Perry's House of Payne"), actress Finola Hughes ("How Do I Look?"), actress Gina Ravera ("The Great Debaters"), actress Melissa DeSousa ("The Best Man"), actress/comedienne Kym Whitley ("College Road Trip"), actor Darryl Stephens ("Noah's Arc"), author Karrine Steffans, TV personality Jai Rodriguez, reality TV star Randy Ritchwood, former teen singing sensation Tiffany, comedienne Loni Love, singer Norwood Young, and cast members from Niecy's two hit shows, "Reno 911!" and "Clean House." Also in attendance were Niecy's proud parents, Margaret Ensley and Sonny Ensley, as well as Niecy's best girlfriends, a group aptly named "The Chocolate Chicks."
Niecy wore a radiant red custom-made gown designed especially for her party by Los Angeles-based fashion designer Angela Dean of DeanZigns. Her grand entrance was marked by the 80's hit, Sheila E's "The Glamorous Life," as she danced her way into the venue, greeting the 300-plus guests that came to give their well wishes. The highlights of the evening were special musical performances by up-and-coming balladeers, Abraham McDonald and Terrell Carter. McDonald serenated Nash with a soulful rendition of "You Are So Beautiful" followed by an impressive version of "Happy Birthday" sung by Carter. She was presented with two birthday cakes designed by Coldstone Creamery with her image emblazoned on each cake.
A silent auction at the party benefited one of Niecy's favorite non-profit organizations, Motivating Our Students Through Experience (MOSTE) www.moste.org, a mentoring program for at-risk girls in the Los Angeles area.
Guests partied the night away while enjoying beverages from Kaboom, an organic energy drink, and Nuvo, a brand-new sparkling vodka made with exotic fruit nectar. Guests were also treated to gift bags filled with products from Avenue, Baby Phat, Bust Magazine, CHI Hair Care, Concord Records, Elcenia's Theme, Habibi, Illusions Cosmetics, Iyama Natural, J. Michael Hicks, Mack Avenue Records, Tous Touch, and Vaseline.
The event was presented by Jenny Craig and The Style Network, who have generously co-sponsored Niecy's birthday party for the past three consecutive years. The party was planned by world-renowned event design company, WP Miller Special Events
February 2008
HABIBI packed up and headed to the San Francisco for BABES & BABIES, a sample sale geared toward the hippest mommies and mommies-to-be! Both adults and kids flocked to the sale for a 'preview' of HABIBI's new Baby Line! Although we don't officially debut the collection until April, we SOLD OUT of every baby product we brought along! The lucky recipients are among the first to try out the new line... and we've heard nothing but good things from them about it!
November 2007
HABIBI got HAUTE FOR THE HOLIDAYS with a party in honor of our seasonal bestsellers! We converged at l.a vie l'orange in West Hollywood, for a delicious soiree. Guests were massaged with our best selling WARM MILK and HAUTE CHOCOLATE body balms. They were treated to flavored drinks courtesy of Revolution Teas (www.revolutiontea.com) and chocolate delights by Edible Arrangements and Laura's Brownies (www.laurasbrownies.com).
And every guest left with a goodie bag filled with Haute Holiday favorites!
Special thanks to everyone who made this event possible, including the dynamic massage duo from Cote D' Azur massage spa in Pasadena, our Marketing Diva Suraya Fadel, and Publicity Maven Gretchen Keene.
November 2007
HABIBI teamed up with PAINT SHOP BEVERLYHILLS (www.paintshopbeverlyhills.com) for a truly delicious holiday treat! The 'Cranberry & Chamomile' treatment features HABIBI Organic Chamomile Vitamin E Body Lotion. Patrons are soothed with the healing properties of of Organic Chamomile and Vitamin E... leaving their skin soft and scented with the gentle fragrance of chamomile blossoms.
October 2007
HABIBI teams up with KIDSAVE (www.kidsave.org) to help raise money for foster children! We rolled out our bestselling formulas, in our bestselling fragrances, as part of a 'benefit bazaar.' Guests tested, sampled, smelled and bought up just about everything we had to offer! 20% of all proceeds went to KIDSAVE.
June 2007
HABIBI celebrated the best in Latin American achievements in Entertainment, by participating in the 2007 Alma Awards. Presenters and winners enjoyed our bestselling HONEYSUCKLE BODY BALM and VANILLA BODY BALM.
March 2007
HABIBI got 'sassy' in Santa Monica... for the Sassy City Chicks Spring Sale. Customers sampled and bought seasonal selections of HABIBI bath and body products, including SUNRISE and SPRING.
March 2007
Habibi was proud to join forces with CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) ... for a benefit for kid's sake. Hundreds of guests sampled and purchased an exclusive selection of Habibi bath and body care. A portion of the proceeds from every sale was donated to CASA.
February 2007
HABIBI celebrated the best in music and entertainment at the annual Grammy Brunch, hosted by producer Brian Michael Cox. Celebrities tested and treated themselves to HABIBI body balms, lotions, and fragrances. By the time the event was over... every single HABIBI product was gone!
February 2007:
HABIBI indulged the men and women who are in it FOR THE LOVE OF SHOPPING. This exclusive event took place at the LUXE HOTEL in Bel Air. Invited guests sought out, sniffed, sampled and the best that HABIBI has to offer.
December 2006:
Habibi wraps up the year with a celebration of community and culture. We packed up and headed to Dallas, Texas for the annual KWANZAAFEST MARKETPLACE. The community event attracted a diverse selection of guests, who soon became first time Habibi customers. Many sampled, and ultimately purchased a variety of Habibi products, including HAUTE CHOCOLATE, our featured fragrance of the season.
November 2006:
Habibi got 'sassy' at the Sassy City Chicks Sample Sale! Guests were able to purchase Habibi and enjoy deep discounts as well. 'Haute Chocolate' made it's public debut, and turned out to be a delicious hit! Guests enjoyed free gifts with purchase, discounts on future purchases, and samples of Habibi bestsellers.
October 2006:
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Habibi once again teamed up with the Foundation for Living Beauty for 'A Day Of Beauty.' Guests flocked to Steam Salon in West Los Angeles, for the opportunity to indulge in the best of Habibi bath and body care. They sniffed, slathered, sampled and bought everything from body shampoo to body balm. A portion of every sale was donated to the Foundation for Living Beauty. Every guest was also treated to a free sample of habibi body balm.
August 2006:
Habibi helps launch the public debut of 'Big Bag of $' -- the first feature film by Hollywood up and comer Scott F. Evans. Our goodie bags were actually 'little' bags of Habibi body balms... not money. Still - the more than 150 guests who got their hands on one thought they were pretty priceless! Habibi body products were also used during production of, and featured in the film.
March 2006
Habibi helped support the fight against Breast Cancer. Joining forces with The Foundation For Living Beauty and the Denise Roberts Breast Cancer Foundation, Habibi donated more than 200 luxurious body balm samples. We also created two complete collections of our bestselling fragrances: Honeysuckle and Serenity, and donated them for purchase in a silent auction. 100% percent of all proceeds went to the Denise Roberts Breast Cancer Foundation.
THE
LAUNCH PARTY
On
September 1, 2004, habibibody.com became reality. To celebrate, we threw a party at Los Angeles hotspot
'The Bungalow Club' on Melrose!
There was food, drinks, goodie bags, and giveaways! Guests also got
the opportunity to be among the first to try the once exclusive line
of HABIBI body products.
Those
who'd had their fill of freebies relaxed to the soothing sounds of
'First Choice Music.' Band leader Michael C. Burrell directed a live
ensemble to soothe the crowd with jazz, soul, and R&B.
More than 200 people passed through the party -- sampling, schmoozing,
and smiling for the cameras...
All in all, it was a great time.
We
plan to do it again soon!
May 2008
HABIBI was among the featured designers at the Spring Glam Sale in West Hollywood. Hundreds of customers flocked to the Pacific Design Center to sample and buy our bestselling summer selections, including Pomegranate, Summer and Mint Therapy!
March 2008
HABIBI travelled south to San Diego, to 'Spring into Style!' Hundreds of fashion-forward folks packed The Abbey, to get their hands on our seasonal bestsellers! When it was all said and done, we'd nearly SOLD OUT of all available stock. Good times!
March 2008
CELEBRITY FRIENDS AND FAMILY CELEBRATE ACTRESS/COMEDIENNE NIECY NASH
AT "GLAMOROUS" BIRTHDAY SOIREE IN HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA
(Los Angeles, CA) March 4, 2008 -- "The Glamorous Life" was the theme of a lavish birthday party held Saturday, March 1st for actress/comedienne Niecy Nash at Cabana Club in Hollywood, California. The exclusive affair was hosted by Niecy's dear friend, fellow actress/comedienne Sherri Shepherd, co-host of ABC's "The View." Celebrities in attendance at the red carpet event included actor Terry Crews ("Everybody Hates Chris"), actress Jenifer Lewis ("Tyler Perry's Meet the Browns"), model/actress Eva Marcille ("America's Next Top Model"), actor Lance Gross ("Tyler Perry's House of Payne"), actress Finola Hughes ("How Do I Look?"), actress Gina Ravera ("The Great Debaters"), actress Melissa DeSousa ("The Best Man"), actress/comedienne Kym Whitley ("College Road Trip"), actor Darryl Stephens ("Noah's Arc"), author Karrine Steffans, TV personality Jai Rodriguez, reality TV star Randy Ritchwood, former teen singing sensation Tiffany, comedienne Loni Love, singer Norwood Young, and cast members from Niecy's two hit shows, "Reno 911!" and "Clean House." Also in attendance were Niecy's proud parents, Margaret Ensley and Sonny Ensley, as well as Niecy's best girlfriends, a group aptly named "The Chocolate Chicks."
Niecy wore a radiant red custom-made gown designed especially for her party by Los Angeles-based fashion designer Angela Dean of DeanZigns. Her grand entrance was marked by the 80's hit, Sheila E's "The Glamorous Life," as she danced her way into the venue, greeting the 300-plus guests that came to give their well wishes. The highlights of the evening were special musical performances by up-and-coming balladeers, Abraham McDonald and Terrell Carter. McDonald serenated Nash with a soulful rendition of "You Are So Beautiful" followed by an impressive version of "Happy Birthday" sung by Carter. She was presented with two birthday cakes designed by Coldstone Creamery with her image emblazoned on each cake.
A silent auction at the party benefited one of Niecy's favorite non-profit organizations, Motivating Our Students Through Experience (MOSTE) www.moste.org, a mentoring program for at-risk girls in the Los Angeles area.
Guests partied the night away while enjoying beverages from Kaboom, an organic energy drink, and Nuvo, a brand-new sparkling vodka made with exotic fruit nectar. Guests were also treated to gift bags filled with products from Avenue, Baby Phat, Bust Magazine, CHI Hair Care, Concord Records, Elcenia's Theme, Habibi, Illusions Cosmetics, Iyama Natural, J. Michael Hicks, Mack Avenue Records, Tous Touch, and Vaseline.
The event was presented by Jenny Craig and The Style Network, who have generously co-sponsored Niecy's birthday party for the past three consecutive years. The party was planned by world-renowned event design company, WP Miller Special Events
February 2008
HABIBI packed up and headed to the San Francisco for BABES & BABIES, a sample sale geared toward the hippest mommies and mommies-to-be! Both adults and kids flocked to the sale for a 'preview' of HABIBI's new Baby Line! Although we don't officially debut the collection until April, we SOLD OUT of every baby product we brought along! The lucky recipients are among the first to try out the new line... and we've heard nothing but good things from them about it!
November 2007
HABIBI got HAUTE FOR THE HOLIDAYS with a party in honor of our seasonal bestsellers! We converged at l.a vie l'orange in West Hollywood, for a delicious soiree. Guests were massaged with our best selling WARM MILK and HAUTE CHOCOLATE body balms. They were treated to flavored drinks courtesy of Revolution Teas (www.revolutiontea.com) and chocolate delights by Edible Arrangements and Laura's Brownies (www.laurasbrownies.com).
And every guest left with a goodie bag filled with Haute Holiday favorites!
Special thanks to everyone who made this event possible, including the dynamic massage duo from Cote D' Azur massage spa in Pasadena, our Marketing Diva Suraya Fadel, and Publicity Maven Gretchen Keene.
November 2007
HABIBI teamed up with PAINT SHOP BEVERLYHILLS (www.paintshopbeverlyhills.com) for a truly delicious holiday treat! The 'Cranberry & Chamomile' treatment features HABIBI Organic Chamomile Vitamin E Body Lotion. Patrons are soothed with the healing properties of of Organic Chamomile and Vitamin E... leaving their skin soft and scented with the gentle fragrance of chamomile blossoms.
October 2007
HABIBI teams up with KIDSAVE (www.kidsave.org) to help raise money for foster children! We rolled out our bestselling formulas, in our bestselling fragrances, as part of a 'benefit bazaar.' Guests tested, sampled, smelled and bought up just about everything we had to offer! 20% of all proceeds went to KIDSAVE.
June 2007
HABIBI celebrated the best in Latin American achievements in Entertainment, by participating in the 2007 Alma Awards. Presenters and winners enjoyed our bestselling HONEYSUCKLE BODY BALM and VANILLA BODY BALM.
March 2007
HABIBI got 'sassy' in Santa Monica... for the Sassy City Chicks Spring Sale. Customers sampled and bought seasonal selections of HABIBI bath and body products, including SUNRISE and SPRING.
March 2007
Habibi was proud to join forces with CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) ... for a benefit for kid's sake. Hundreds of guests sampled and purchased an exclusive selection of Habibi bath and body care. A portion of the proceeds from every sale was donated to CASA.
February 2007
HABIBI celebrated the best in music and entertainment at the annual Grammy Brunch, hosted by producer Brian Michael Cox. Celebrities tested and treated themselves to HABIBI body balms, lotions, and fragrances. By the time the event was over... every single HABIBI product was gone!
February 2007:
HABIBI indulged the men and women who are in it FOR THE LOVE OF SHOPPING. This exclusive event took place at the LUXE HOTEL in Bel Air. Invited guests sought out, sniffed, sampled and the best that HABIBI has to offer.
December 2006:
Habibi wraps up the year with a celebration of community and culture. We packed up and headed to Dallas, Texas for the annual KWANZAAFEST MARKETPLACE. The community event attracted a diverse selection of guests, who soon became first time Habibi customers. Many sampled, and ultimately purchased a variety of Habibi products, including HAUTE CHOCOLATE, our featured fragrance of the season.
November 2006:
Habibi got 'sassy' at the Sassy City Chicks Sample Sale! Guests were able to purchase Habibi and enjoy deep discounts as well. 'Haute Chocolate' made it's public debut, and turned out to be a delicious hit! Guests enjoyed free gifts with purchase, discounts on future purchases, and samples of Habibi bestsellers.
October 2006:
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Habibi once again teamed up with the Foundation for Living Beauty for 'A Day Of Beauty.' Guests flocked to Steam Salon in West Los Angeles, for the opportunity to indulge in the best of Habibi bath and body care. They sniffed, slathered, sampled and bought everything from body shampoo to body balm. A portion of every sale was donated to the Foundation for Living Beauty. Every guest was also treated to a free sample of habibi body balm.
August 2006:
Habibi helps launch the public debut of 'Big Bag of $' -- the first feature film by Hollywood up and comer Scott F. Evans. Our goodie bags were actually 'little' bags of Habibi body balms... not money. Still - the more than 150 guests who got their hands on one thought they were pretty priceless! Habibi body products were also used during production of, and featured in the film.
March 2006
Habibi helped support the fight against Breast Cancer. Joining forces with The Foundation For Living Beauty and the Denise Roberts Breast Cancer Foundation, Habibi donated more than 200 luxurious body balm samples. We also created two complete collections of our bestselling fragrances: Honeysuckle and Serenity, and donated them for purchase in a silent auction. 100% percent of all proceeds went to the Denise Roberts Breast Cancer Foundation.
THE
LAUNCH PARTY
On
September 1, 2004, habibibody.com
became reality. To celebrate, we threw a party at Los Angeles hotspot
'The Bungalow Club' on Melrose!
There was food, drinks, goodie bags, and giveaways! Guests also got
the opportunity to be among the first to try the once exclusive line
of HABIBI body products.
Those
who'd had their fill of freebies relaxed to the soothing sounds of
'First Choice Music.' Band leader Michael C. Burrell directed a live
ensemble to soothe the crowd with jazz, soul, and R&B.
More than 200 people passed through the party -- sampling, schmoozing,
and smiling for the cameras...
All in all, it was a great time.
We
plan to do it again soon!
