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International Jewelers Frey-Wille Signs on with Powerhouse PR firm Peakprgroup, in Santa Monica
International jewelry company Frey-Wille (www.Frey-Wille.com) have changed PR firms and joined the ranks of Santa Monica PR Firm, Peakprgroup (www.peakprgroup.com). Frey-Wille currently have 63 stores and are expanding. The successful Peakprgroup is owned by Christine Peake. Clients currently include Montana Ave (150 stores & businesses) and Pico Blvd., critically acclaimed artist Roni Stretch, popular children's Author Audrey Lavin, Emmy winning stylist Brenda Cooper, Hope Wine etc. - June 27, 2008 - peakPRgroup
ECC Life & Style Shirt Sold for $55,000 During Charity Auction. Gatorade Soaked Shirt Worn by Celtics Head Coach Doc Rivers.
ECC Life & Style created a custom hand-stitched white dress shirt for Celtics Head Coach Doc Rivers to be worn in the NBA Finals and is now most expensive dress shirt ever as it was auctioned for charity this week for a record-breaking $55,000. - June 27, 2008 - ECC Life & Style, LLC.
Classic Design Made More Magical for the Holiday Season
Making fantasy tangible: handbag line NKHenry interprets the fanciful world of myth and translates it into a fantastic world exclusive to fashionable shoppers. - June 26, 2008 - NKHenry Handbags & Accessories
Can a Comfortable T-Shirt Convey Self-Worth and Positively Impact the Lives of Women? The Founder of Jordanns Positive Apparel Believes, Yes It Can.
A new and exciting website features a collection of empowering T-Shirts for girls and women and is helping to support the fight against domestic violence. - June 24, 2008 - Jordanns Positive Apparel
JOANNA MAXHAM Handbags-Flowers Debut in America
“Style is more than fashion” is the motto of JOANNA MAXHAM current collection of luxury Italian handbags that bring together great style and function for active, urban women. The brand has set up headquarters in New York, to bring their modern-classic handbags to America. The... - June 24, 2008 - Tizanne LLC
Re-STITCH Launches Line of Truly Recycled T’s
Rescue a "T" at www.Re-STITCH.com and give to a good cause, recycle a new T, and receive an original piece of clothing. - June 23, 2008 - Re-STITCH
asos.com & LCF’s LTD 100 Collection is an Instant Sell-out
Entire LTD 100 collection sells out on asos.com in only 2 minutes. - June 22, 2008 - ASOS.com
Sweet Petites Apparel Unveils Eco-Chic Casualwear Exclusively for Petites This Summer 2008
Sweet Petites Apparel presents to you an extensive line of chic, figure-flattering active and casual wear designed for the fabulous petites of the world. Made from the finest fibers, the brand new Organic Bamboo Eco-Chic Casual Wear Collection is for petites who take fashion, health and enivornmental issues very seriously. - June 22, 2008 - My Sweet Petites
Miss Do-Gooder’s Cute New Fashion Brand Fights Injustices One T-Shirt at a Time
New Miss Do-Gooder t-shirts target animal cruelty, with 20 percent of net proceeds going to the ASPCA. - June 18, 2008 - Miss Do-Gooder
The SYNERGY Events Proudly Presents 'One Canvas': an Entertaining Fusion of Live Art Show, Music, Poetry, Couture, Dancing and Social Networking
On June 28, 2008, The SYNERGY Events will host an epic evening highlighting a dynamic fusion of diverse art forms at The Audrey Café and Cherry Lounge at the W New York – The Tuscany Hotel located on 39th street and Lexington Avenue, New York between 7:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.. The event, One... - June 15, 2008 - The SYNERGY Events
Second Life - Monogram Virtua Entertainment Sponsors First Annual Apparel Exhibit in Cyberspace
Monogram Virtua Entertainment Sponsors the First Annual Second Life Apparel Exhibit at Their Virtual Convention Center - June 13, 2008 - Monogram Virtua
Fine Jewellery from Gladstone Tipped to Take IJL 2008 by Storm
Gladstone Jewellery are delighted to announce that they will be primary exhibitors at IJL (International Jewellery London) 2008 and will be showing off their luxurious fine jewellery collections including diamond rings, diamond bracelets and gold pendants for everyone to see. - June 13, 2008 - Gladstone Jewellery
Big Feet Pajama Co. Featured in the TV Land Awards Celebrity Gift Lounge
The Company's Footed Sleepwear Presented to Honored Guests and Nominees. - June 11, 2008 - Big Feet Pajama Co
Designer Eyebrow Jewelry on Sale at The Chain Gang Body Jewelry Store
Eyebrow piercing jewelry is now available at The Chain Gang Body Jewelry Store. Available in a wide range of designs and materials, eyebrow jewelry can also be custom designed by the online jewelry store. - June 11, 2008 - TheChainGang.com
asos.com Reveals Its Sex and the City-Inspired Collection
Now anyone can easily delve into Carrie’s closet, thanks to asos.com - June 10, 2008 - ASOS.com
Cody Ventures Corporation Annouces Technology and Revenue Sharing Partnership with byCountry™
Newport Beach internet development company, Cody Ventures Corporation announces a new partnership with an international social networking platform, byCountry™ in order to share membership, technology and revenue. - June 09, 2008 - Cody Ventures Corporation
Celebrated French Fashion Designer Yves Castaldi Launches in China with Shanghai Fashion Studio
Celebrated French fashion designer Yves Castaldi is looking at the growing ranks of China's nouveau riche to boost sales. By July this year, Yves Castaldi will officially launch in China with the opening of a fashion studio and production house in Shanghai, marking his new fashion venture within... - June 06, 2008 - Yves Castaldi
New UK Based Website for Natural and Organic Beauty Launches This Week
The Natural Beauty Store (www.naturalbeautystore.com), a new online store and resource for natural and organic beauty, was launched this week to serve the growing demand for natural alternatives to beauty care. It offers both commercial beauty products and natural cosmetic raw materials, to enable customers to explore both worlds of natural beauty. The website will also provide regular news, articles, and product reviews for its users, and offer a platform for experts in the natural beauty industry. - June 05, 2008 - The Natural Beauty Store
Ananas Introduces First ‘Eco-Line’
For each bag sold from the Ananas "Eco-Collection" 10 trees are planted by "Trees for the Future" in the Philippines. For each bag sold from Ananas Collection, 1 tree is planted by "Trees for the Future" in the Philippines. - June 05, 2008 - Ananas Collection
Jewelry Company Expands Services
Popular Diamond Company to Offer Services in Australia. - June 04, 2008 - JP Diamonds Ltd
Women's Golf Apparel Available Online at The Red Tee Box
Women's Golf Apparel and Accessories from Nike, Adidas, EP Pro, Tail, Izod G, Astra and Bette and Court. - June 02, 2008 - The Red Tee Box
Fashion-Forward Accessory Designers Showcased on New Website, Mocashop.com
Mocashop.com, a high-end, fashion accessory website launched today showcasing over 20 cutting-edge accessory designers featured collectively only in this online destination. - June 01, 2008 - Mocashop.com
Byzantine Hand-Crafted Jewelry with a Modern Edge Debuts in North American Market
“Keimylion” brings 3000 years of artistry to the savvy luxury fashionista who appreciates jewelry with substance and style. - May 30, 2008 - Keimylion Inc.
Obvious Magazine Website Preview: The Wait is Over
Sneak peek of what’s to come before official launch. - May 30, 2008 - OBVIOUS Magazine
Fameo Launches a New Range of Mueda Aquamarine Fine Jewellery
British jeweller Fameo has launched a new line of Mueda aquamarine jewellery, which is offered exclusively through the online jewellery store. - May 29, 2008 - Fameo Ltd
New T-Shirt Line Combines Hipster Staple with a Reality Check
Young designer launches an Eco-friendly t-shirt line. - May 29, 2008 - the3strings.com
ASOS.com Unveils Its New Summer Luxe Collection
This year’s summer Luxe collection, inspired by Cleopatra and the Art Deco movement, includes a dress for every summer occasion. - May 28, 2008 - ASOS.com
Memphis, TN Women to Reveal Their Charitable Soles at Sex and the City Movie Premiere
Founder of The Well-Heeled Society Gift Registry Organizes Shoe Drive to Benefit Dress For Success. - May 28, 2008 - The Well-Heeled Society
Iraq Troops Honor Flexfit Headwear in Appreciation of Donated Custom Embroidered Hats
Flexfit Headwear donates custom embroidered baseball caps to American Troops stationed at The Air Force Explosive Ordnance Disposal Team in Baghdad, and has the American Flag flown in their honor. - May 27, 2008 - Flexfit
Online Boutique OohLaLuxe.com Launched
Online fashionistas witnessed the opening of the anticipated OohLaLuxe.com women's fashion boutique by the store's owner and buyer Kimberly Lawson. The shop has well-edited selection of clothing, carrying brands such as Va Va and Voom by Joy Han, Plastic Island, Jae Basilio, and Egoist clothing. The 22 year old Bakersfield, Calif. resident is a graduate of FIDM in Los Angeles and also works as a celebrity and fashion blogger/freelance writer. - May 27, 2008 - Ooh La Luxe!
Clubbeautiful.cn Addresses Untapped Potential in Chinese Online Social Networking Market
In a world where people are becoming increasingly image conscious, Club Beautiful has emerged as a solution for efficient online networking, aiming to become a major international social platform that caters exclusively to the growing number of beautiful, attractive and confident internet... - May 27, 2008 - ANCSChina
Mimi's Curvy Corner Changes Name to Just for Curves
Leader in Plus Size Fashion Industry Unveils Its New Identity. - May 27, 2008 - Just For Curves
Brussels Hosts Fashion "Made in Apulia" (Italy)
Twelve fashion Italian companies show their production and make business in Belgium - May 26, 2008 - ICE (Italian Institute for Foreign Trade)
Children's Vegan Shoes Introduced by Vegetarian Shoes and Bags
Environmentally concerned parents can rejoice after an announcement by Vegetarian Shoes and Bags of Tarzana, California today, introducing a new line of vegan, eco-friendly footwear for children. Available in sizes to fit an infant's foot through a child's size 6, the new footwear line features... - May 24, 2008 - Vegan Chic
Art to Adorn Body, Home
Rocky Mountain Bank in Stevensville, MT. hosted an artist reception on First Friday for Lisa Archer Silks. - May 24, 2008 - Lisa Archer Silks
DollsBags.com Now Carries Clutch Bags
Clutch Bags..."Sleek Urban Utility Bags For Life." "Clutch Bags is a hip, utilitarian line of women's handbags that was developed in NYC in 2001 by a fashion stylist who could never find the right bag. It seemed that most handbags were always about the identity of the bag-the bag of the "moment"-and not about the personality or style of the woman carrying the bag at the moment." DollsBags.com is an Authorized Reseller for Clutch Bags. Free Shipping in the USA. - May 23, 2008 - DollsBags, LLC
Baby & Kids Boom Boom Room NYC - Fantaisiekids Feature
Fantaisiekids recently sponsored the first ever Baby & Kids Boom Boom Room NYC on May 14th, 2008. This famous gifting suite for posh parents and children was an amazing success. Manager of Fantaisiekids, Anh-Chi Nguyen met with notable celebrities including Olympic swimmer Summer Sanders,... - May 23, 2008 - Fantaisie Kids
Ochanga Boys Clothing Boutique Wows Celebrity and Media as Part of Exclusive Big Apple Baby and Kids Bash
Ochanga was invited as one of the elite children's fashion and product brands by Jayneoni Moore to participate in the premier Big Apple & Kids Boom Boom Bash on May 14, 2008. - May 22, 2008 - Ochanga International Clothing for Boys, LLC
Plus Size Model Shocks the World Posing Nude on CBS
In the last 20 years, fashion models have gone from a size 8 to a size 0 for runway models. Within the same time period, the average American woman has gone from a size 10 to a size 14. - May 21, 2008 - nancyhayssen.com
Angora Customer Inspired Designs Welcomed at Angora Knit for You
“After 10 years of beautiful angora creations it became evident that the most creative ideas were customer inspired designs,” says Angora Knit for You owner Diane Antonietta. - May 20, 2008 - Angora Knit for You
3rd Annual American Cancer Society Coral Gables Relay for Life Silent Auction and Fashion Show
In joyous culmination and tasteful celebration of a successful Coral Gables Relay of Life 2008, this year they are hosting the Third Annual Relay for Life Silent Auction and Fashion Show. At 6:30pm on Thursday, May 22nd at the Venetian Pool in Coral Gables; survivors, family, friends, supporters, volunteers and community members will assemble to the theme of Old Havana. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Coral Gables American Cancer Society Relay for Life. - May 18, 2008 - Coral Gables Relay for Life
Receiving and Giving Perfect Gifts for Little Boys Just Got Easier – LittleBoyChic.com
Little Boy Chic offers a large collection of stylish and hip clothes and accessories and has just added a gift registry service to make gift buying simple and convenient. Inspired to find a cool shirt for her son, co-founder Sharon teamed with friend and co-founder, Szewan and launched... - May 17, 2008 - eWish.com
Join Miss World Tatana Kucharova, Tomas Bata and Many Other Distinguished Guests and Models in Czech Spring Gala Celebration of One-of-a-Kind Travel Exhibition ZliNY
On May 20th, the Czech Center New York will host a spring gala at the Museum of Arts and Design to celebrate the travel exhibition “ZliNY” and to honor Tomas Bata,91, the son of Zlin's founder, philanthropist and Chairman of the Bata Shoe Company. Zlin in New York is the most... - May 16, 2008 - Czech Center New York
Fashion Network Becomes an Essential Tool for the Fashion Industry
The Fashion Industry Network grows to 1,500 plus members who are networking to make their careers and businesses grow. - May 14, 2008 - Apparel Search Company
Dress Up Shoe Company Launches a High Heel with Changeable Shoe Accessories
Dress Up Shoe Company has launched its first high heel with changeable shoe accessories. Never in footwear history has there been a high heel that can be changed to create over 5 different looks. Women can buy 1 Dress Up Shoe and collect changeable Dress Up Straps, Dress Up Anklets, Dress Up Brooches, and Dress Up Sets to match their every mood, outfit, and occasion. This changeable high heel is perfect for traveling, and is available online at www.dressupshoe.com - May 14, 2008 - Dress Up Shoe Company
Transthread Launches Tech - Couture Line
TransThread launches clothing line featuring patented technology with its flagship neon glow jackets at a series of celebrity studded events in Hollywood. - May 12, 2008 - TransThread
What Happens When You Combine the Tribeca Family Festival Street Fair and NY Artist Alex Beard with on Site Energy Co? You Get BioEla, the 208 Volt Elephant
In a behemoth effort to show their commitment to "going green" this year, the Tribeca Film Festival’s Family Street Fair challenged nature artist, writer and traveler, Alex Beard. The challenge was to create an arts and crafts activity that would incorporate one of the events'... - May 11, 2008 - On Site Energy
Mother's Day Discount Announced by The Chain Gang Body Jewelry Store
The Chain Gang Body Jewelry Store has announced a 10% discount on all body piercing jewelry on the occasion of Mother's Day. The discount is applicable to all jewelry pieces and is being offered from May 5th till May 15th. - May 08, 2008 - TheChainGang.com
Lisa Kline Brings Online Shopping to Playgrounds and Jungle Gyms
Los Angeles’ Retail Queen Takes Her Popular Children’s Boutique Online. - May 08, 2008 - Lisa Kline
Lisa Kline Men Debuts Online Shopping Mecca for Style Kings
Popular Los Angeles Boutique Comes Full Circle with Online Shopping for Men. - May 08, 2008 - Lisa Kline