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Crossdresser.com Has New Arrivals and Holiday Deals from Suddenly Fem
Crossdresser.com is offering exclusive holiday deals on a wide selection of transsexual clothing from Suddenly Fem, a division of Best Value Products. - December 17, 2008 - Best Value Products
Charleston Style Concierge Launches New Website and Budget Conscious Styling Services
Charleston Style Concierge, Charleston, South Carolina’s, first personal styling company, announces a new website and the addition of new budget conscious styling services. In an effort to bring confidence through style in a budget conscious way, Charleston Style Concierge created its Virtual Style Consultation and Style Coaching services. - December 17, 2008 - Charleston Style Concierge
vineyard vines® Signs Licensing Deal with the National Football League
Brothers Shep and Ian Murray, CEOs and Co-Founders of vineyard vines®, announced today that their company has entered into a licensing arrangement with the National Football League to design and distribute a collection of men’s and women’s custom apparel and accessories. The initial... - December 15, 2008 - vineyard vines
Cosmetology 101 Salon/Education Center Placed 9th in Global Hair Care Contest, Offering Intro to Cosmetology Workshop
Cosmetology 101 Salon/Education Center placed 9th in the Style Star Global hair contest. Cosmetology 101 Salon/Education center in Providence Rhode Island, is now offering advanced/ entry level cosmetology/barbering classes and Intro to cosmetology workshop for non-licensed individuals to see if cosmetology is a profession/career they would consider. - December 15, 2008 - Cosmetology 101/Education Center
ASOS Unveils Its Spring/Summer 2009 Menswear Collection
For S/S 09, the ASOS menswear design team has been looking towards the two strongest over-riding influences of the moment – Preppy and Psychedelia. - December 15, 2008 - ASOS.com
New Arrival; asos.com Moves Into Maternitywear
asos.com, the highly successful UK-based online fashion-store, has added maternitywear to its product range for the first time. - December 15, 2008 - ASOS.com
Lust & Gore Hardwear: a New Business Where Rollergirls Meet Retail, Heavy Metal Meets Totally Hot
Rollergirl owned and operated business offering customized cowboy hats, military caps, and original jewelry designs from industrial hardware. Lust & Gore Harwear - Hats for Heroes and Villains. - December 14, 2008 - Lust & Gore Hardwear
Affordable, Flattering Mother-of-the-Bride and Mother-of-the-Groom Gowns Announced by Elegant Mart
Elegant Mart, an online boutique featuring formal gowns and accessories for all occasions, has announced their collection of gowns suited for the mother-of-the-bride or mother-of-the-groom. Elegant Mart, with their industry expertise, understands the importance of finding the perfect... - December 13, 2008 - Elegant Mart
Siesta Tees Announces New Hispanic Themed Apparel Line for 2009
Siesta Tees, a Hispanic themed apparel company, announces the release of their new line of designs for 2009. The new and humorous line includes Dora is my homegirl!, Back off! I own a CHUPACABRA!, iChulo and QueTar Hero, to name a few. The online shop offers a variety of t-shirt styles, infant one... - December 12, 2008 - Siesta Tees
'10 Dumb Body Piercings Questions to Ask Your Body Piercer,' Article Published by the Chain Gang
Leading Online Body jewelry store, The Chain Gang, has published an article titled, '10 Dumb Body Questions to ask your Body Piercer.' - December 12, 2008 - TheChainGang.com
Miss Do-Gooder Fights to Turn the Page on Illiteracy with Hot New Tee
Second T-shirt in Philanthropic Fashion Line Raises Money for Leading Literacy Charity First Book. - December 11, 2008 - Miss Do-Gooder
New Apparel Company Formed to Promote Charitable Giving
Mark de Apparel was formed to provide fashionable streetwear and promote charitable giving. The company’s motto “What’s your cause?” embodies the spirit of giving that each clothing line is associated with. - December 11, 2008 - Mark de Apparel
Beat the Gray Cold of Winter with Fiery Fashion Jewelry
Raleigh based Independent lia sophia Advisor Bekah Craven shows trend-setting Triangle "fashionistas" how to liven up their look for upcoming holiday celebrations. - December 11, 2008 - Independent lia sophia Advisor
Blouse House, an Online Retailer Offers an Original e-Story for the Holidays
As part of it’s brand building process, Blouse House Inc, a leading Plus Size online retailer is reaching out to its visitors, and giving back with something unique, a short illustrated e-Story from a commissioned local woman talent, cici artist. - December 11, 2008 - Blouse House Inc.
Why Not Get It for Free?; Holiday Shopping Much More Affordable at ItFigurez.com
Owning a dazzling piece of flawless diamond jewelry, sophisticated appeal and classic artistry shows a wise investment in your future. ItFigurez Fine Jewelry has captured the hearts of many with their timeless collection of luminant diamond jewelry. And now they're giving away free diamonds. - December 09, 2008 - it Figurez
iclick Publishers Group, LLC Announces Partnership Agreement with AustralianUggBoots
Today December 1, 2008 iclick Publishers Group, LLC announced a partnership with Australian manufacture, AustralianUggBoots.com. In an effort to unite the two companies' iclick Publishers Group, LLC said they would continue in a forward looking direction with... - December 09, 2008 - iclick Publishers Group, LLC
C.L.A.S.S. Eco-Materials and Sustainable Textile Showroom Launches in New York with a Round-Table Panel: The Tipping Point–The State of Sustainable Fashion
C.L.A.S.S.-Creativity, Lifestyle and Sustainable Synergy, New York launch features a showcase and round-table panel discussion, co-hosted and moderated by Barbara Kramer, Co-Founder of Designers & Agents and in partnership with eco-fashion designer Bahar Shahpar, December 11, 2008 - December 08, 2008 - C.L.A.S.S.
New York City Designer Nominated for Prestigious Industry Award
Designer among eight nominees selected by national fashion buyers at Fashion Center Dallas. - December 08, 2008 - debra deRoo
Skin 2 Skin Care - Photoaging Repair Cream
One of the most potent and effective skin repair creams on the market today. Skin 2 Skin’s Photoaging Repair Cream with Kinetin-N6, a natural plant extract, is an intense vitamin-packed anti-aging treatment that is proven to be effective in the reduction of fine lines and wrinkles. - December 06, 2008 - Skin 2 Skin Care
Miss Pakistan World 2008 Speaks Out
Natasha Paracha comments on Mumbai tragedy, role of women in Pakistan, and her Global Energy initiative. - December 04, 2008 - Natasha Paracha
The Peanut Shell® Launches Serendipity, a New Collection of Designer Baby Slings and Nursing Covers
Essential Parenting Gear for the New Mom. - December 03, 2008 - Goo-Ga Style, Inc DBA the Peanut Shell
Prive' Designer Sales Presents Furla Handbag Sample Sale - December 10, 2008
Furla, the luxury Italian leather accessories brand is hosting its first ever public sample sale in the U.S. Fall and resort handbags will be marked 40 – 60% off retail. Prive' Designer Sales will be conducting the exclusive sale in NYC. - December 02, 2008 - PRIVÉ Designer Sales
Factorybrand Launches Website and Online Store
Factorybrand, a fashion accessories brand that designs leather belts and buckles, recently launched its website and online retail store with a grand opening discount of 15% and free shipping. - November 29, 2008 - Factorybrand
Beat the Holiday Dress Shopping Blues
New York Fashion Designer debra deRoo Shares 5 Holiday Dress Shopping Tips for Real Women with Real Figures. - November 28, 2008 - debra deRoo
Damas Launches Fulla Jewellery Line for Kids for the First Time in the Middle East
Sparkling new collection to adorn little darlings - November 27, 2008 - NewBoy FZCO
TheFunkyShoe.com Announces That All Orders for Aussie Soles(TM) Will be Shipped Free for All Orders Placed by December 26th
TheFunkyShoe Launched It’s Holiday Shipping Special Today. All Orders for Aussie Soles Products Will be Shipped Free of Charge for Orders Placed by December 26th. - November 27, 2008 - TheFunkyShoe.com
Gift Giving Ideas That Spread Optimism and Benefit Charity
www.PuttinOnTheBliss.com helps holiday shoppers give the gift of bliss. - November 27, 2008 - Puttin' on the Bliss LLC
3N2 Unveils 2009 Line of Softball Cleats and Baseball Cleats
3N2, a leading designer and developer of high performance softball cleats, baseball cleats and turf shoes, recently unveiled its 2009 footwear lineup. - November 26, 2008 - 3N2
New Fashion Messenger Bags and Backpacks from SNAPZbags LLC
Innovative Product Expected to Set New Trend. - November 26, 2008 - SNAPZbags
Vegetarian Shoes and Bags Reveals Animal Friendly Collection of Handbags
Vegetarian Shoes and Bags, an online boutique featuring animal friendly shoes and accessories, has announced a new collection of 100% cruelty-free handbags. VSandB understands that a good bag is an integral part of a woman’s lifestyle. Striving to make sure that vegans are able to find the... - November 24, 2008 - Vegan Chic
Blv Apparel Goes on Giving Away Most Attractive Discount to Clothing Retailers
Blv Apparel Group is an established internet leader for branded and non-branded names for wholesale women’s clothing at closeout prices. The company has just announced a special discount for the 2008 holiday season for an additional 5% discount on top of their already extremely low prices using coupon code: VIP2000. Read on for more details. Blv Apparel offers wholesale Rock Revolution brand and variety of styles of women’s wholesale clothing and apparel. - November 22, 2008 - Blv Apparel Group
Feast on fashion at the `Catwalk for a Cure’ runway show at UH on Nov. 24
Once the Thanksgiving leftovers have been put away, there’s only one thing left to do: shop. Those seeking a recipe for success on Black Friday can study up on high fashion – and contribute to a down-to-earth cause – at a runway benefit next week at the University of Houston. The... - November 21, 2008 - University of Houston
Budget Friendly Romance for the Holidays Provided by Musotica.com
Musotica.com is a well known eCommerce outlet for top quality and name brand celebrity sexy lingerie. An established site that sells lingerie, club wear, celebrity lingerie, holiday lingerie, sexy stockings, swimsuits and bikinis and a whole lot more. Visit Musotica.com for monthly exciting offers. - November 20, 2008 - Musotica Wear
‘Lipstick Factor’ Christmas Gifts
Affordable luxuries that make perfect presents. - November 20, 2008 - ShopCurious
Brand Name Clothing Company Aims to Revive "Brand America"
"Brand USA" is Making a Comeback. - November 20, 2008 - Brand Name USA
The Art Institute Offers a Scholarship Competition for High School Seniors with a Passion for Fashion
Deadline to enter is Friday, November 21. - November 19, 2008 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
Despite Record Sales Astor & Black Not Moving Forward with Planned Price Increase
Despite having record sales for the months of September and October, Astor & Black Custom Clothiers is making the conscious decision to not move forward with the company’s original planned price increase. The increase, which would have gone into effect this December, has been put on hold... - November 19, 2008 - Astor & Black
Flip Flop Shops Celebrates Free-Spirited, Adventure-Loving Lifestyle Brand with New Tribute Song
Go Jimmy Go, Island-Sound Encourages “Free Your Toes” Mentality. - November 19, 2008 - Flip Flop Shops
Sage Jewels is One of the Jewelry Designers in This Year's Mistletoe Market at Arts Clayton Gallery
If you will be in the Atlanta area between November 13 - December 12, 2008, please stop by the Arts Clayton Gallery where Sage Jewels designs will be sold during their Mistletoe Market. Celebrate the season and find the perfect hand-crafted artisan gift for everyone on your holiday gift list at the... - November 18, 2008 - Sage Jewels, LLC
Funky Wellington Boots Designer Wellies Get Even Better for Autumn/Winter 2008
New for 2008. Funky Wellington Boots launch their new range of women's wellies and their new style wellington boot. - November 18, 2008 - Funky Wellington Boots
One Lil’ Snap Announces a Unique and Creative Line of Headwear for Babies and Children
One Lil' Snap products are simply adorable headbands and hats, a creative and unique product with comfort, style, and versatility. Their interchangeable products allow you to mix and match flowers and appliqués to any headband or hat. All it takes is "One Lil' Snap." - November 17, 2008 - One Lil' Snap LLC
New on the Scene Astor & Black Custom Clothiers is the Perfect Fit
The young, Ohio based custom clothing company Astor & Black Custom Clothiers is now open in Charlotte and has hit the ground running this Fall/Winter season with a full line of luxury fabrics from the worlds finest mills including Scabal and Dormeiul. This season Astor & Black is also... - November 16, 2008 - Astor & Black
Free Shipping Limited Time Holiday Offering at 1FashionClothing.com
1FashionClothing.com offers wide variety of women’s wholesale clothing and apparel anywhere from tops, plus size clothing, jeans, dresses, plus size, fashion accessories and more. Free Shipping for order $300 and up within the continental US. - November 15, 2008 - 1Fashion Clothing Inc
Mekchoudi Design - Unique and Creative Designer Line of Contemporary Men's Jewelry
Announcement of a new creative men’s jewelry brand from Canada with European roots. - November 15, 2008 - Mekchoudi Design
AVID Soccer Equipment Review Award Nominations 2008
AVID Soccer opens their annual awards nominations for reader input. Categories include best boot, best ball, best kit (uniforms), coolest lifestyle product and most innovative product. - November 14, 2008 - AVID Soccer Equipment Review
1FashionClothing.com Website Revamp for Seamless Navigation
1FashionClothing.com is a B2B wholesale distributor offering wide variety of deeply discounted fashionable and trendy wholesale women's clothing and apparel, plus size, jewelry, and accessories to retailers for more profit especially for the holiday season. - November 14, 2008 - 1Fashion Clothing Inc
UK Clothing Brand Eases the Cost of Christmas
This Autumn the sound of crunching leaves has been overshadowed by media reports of crunching credit, however, despite this thoughts are rapidly turning to the excitement and expectation of the Christmas season. This year the UK-based online clothing brand klever kloggs has sought to help ease the financial burden on households across the globe by being among the first to announce their Christmas sale. - November 14, 2008 - klever kloggs
Petite Fleur Designs Releases Holiday Fashions
Seasonally-inspired line blends rich colors and soft fabrics in handcrafted hair bows, headbands, flower hats, girl’s shirts, baby sets and more. - November 13, 2008 - Petite Fleur Designs & Co
Tom Ford James Bond 007 TF108 - Quantum of Solace Sunglasses Now Available at Eyegoodies.com
James Bond 007 all is the epitome of cool, always enjoying the finer things in life from: suits, to the latest gadgets … but what is hard to miss in the latest Bond film "James Bond 007 Quantum of Solace" are his Limited Edition Tom Ford James Bond 007 TF108 shades; These exclusive Bond sunglasses now available at Eyegoodies.com, but better act fast as quantity extremely limited. - November 13, 2008 - EyeGoodies.com
Collection of Flattering, Fashionable 2009 Prom Gowns Announced by Elegant Mart
Elegant Mart, a retailer of fine, formal gowns and accessories for all occasions, has announced the 2009 Prom Collection, a line featuring 180 gowns designed specifically for prom. Specializing in women’s evening wear for all occasions, Elegant Mart strives to achieve their goal in putting... - November 13, 2008 - Elegant Mart