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Eco Lux – Spring 2008 Eco Chic Resort Collections by Jonäno
Jonäno Debuts its Eco-Friendly Spring ‘08 Line during MAGIC Fashion Week just as winter is coming to a close and the season of renewal begins. Jonäno offers up eco chic luxury travelwear in Taos Resort Collection. - January 10, 2008 - Jonano
Grand ISS Assembles a Counterfeit Abatement Team (C.A.T.) to Lead the Way in Combating Today’s Most Serious "Economic Crime"
C.A.T. focuses solely on the global counterfeiting scourge, a top concern for society at large, governments and the business community alike. - January 09, 2008 - GRAND ISS
Ultra-Mobile Flybook PC Lands in U.S.
Stylish Flybook PCs Are Smallest Computers to Offer Full PC Functionality - January 07, 2008 - Dialogue Technology Corp. USA
Stroke of Genius “Quote Kerry Bannigan” Wears Intimate Apparel Label be Confidential Intimates
Nolcha CEO Kerry Bannigan slips into a sultry and sensual gown from specialty upscale lingerie apparel company. - January 07, 2008 - be Confidential Intimates
New Book Parodies Hollywood Bad Girls
Who is Summer Fox and why is she saying all those things about Hollywood "bad girls?" "Hollywood, by definition, is a lie," or so says "It Girl" wanna-be Alyssa Glenellen in "Exposure," novelist Summer Fox's steamy new send-up of Hollywood celebrity, tabloid... - December 21, 2007 - D L Foster Press
New Website ModelLocator.com Launches as a Meeting Point for Models and Agents
ModelLocator.com is a new website where Female Models can submit their pictures (photos) to create a portfolio allowing them to be found by agents or people from the media. - December 20, 2007 - Model Locator
T & A Lingerie the Plus Size Lingerie Superstore is Opening the Door for the 51% of Full Figured/ BBW Woman
T & A Lingerie a division of Klone Media, LLC. based in Mira Loma, CA is leading the way for the plus size intimate apparel retail industry. At T & A Lingerie they understand that women of all sizes are sexy and not just the entertainers portrayed on the big and small screen. - December 19, 2007 - T & A Lingerie Plus Size
The World Just Got Flatter - Silicon Valley E-Tailer Launches First Open Source Fashion Design Platform: iStyler
Zentrend launches First Online Fashion Design Platform. - December 19, 2007 - ZenTrend.com
Contrastshop.com New Online Shop from Famous Streetwear Brand - Contrast-Wear
The main focus lies in Contrasts unmistakable character which is mostly effective due to the unique designs and styles, combined with the wide and full colour range. The product focus lies in all year round t-shirts but ranges to sweaters, hoodies, cardigans, tops… just to name a few. Contrast has just launched their online shop. Please see www.contrastshop.com. The shop is constantly updated and new items are available on weekly basis. - December 18, 2007 - contrast-wear
Young Lovers Gets Set to Take Over the Fashion World
Touted as one of the top new fashion labels to watch in 2008, ‘Young Lovers’ has just launched its highly anticipated third collection – just in time for 2008. - December 17, 2007 - Young Lovers
Over 480 New Styles of Women's Shoes and Clothing for This Winter 2007 Season Have Been Launched at Makemechic.com
MakeMeChic.com, an online women clothing and shoes shop, announces the availability of 480-plus new styles of women shoes, boots, dresses, and jeans for this autumn winter 2007. The new trendy women shoes and clothing can be seen at www.makemechic.com. - December 16, 2007 - MakeMeChic
LicenZing LLC is Recognized as an Outstanding Hispanic Business in Northern California
LicenZing LLC today was recognized by Telemundo/KSTS-TV48 as an outstanding Northern California Hispanic business. LicenZing LLC is being honored as an organization for its business acumen, success and community involvement making them a leader in their field and highly recognized in the... - December 15, 2007 - LicenZing, LLC
Macdaddy's Fishing Lures and Gifts Launches New Web Site and Holiday Specials
MacDaddy’s, the premiere manufacturer of fine fishing lures, flies and gifts for everyone, announced that it has launched its new web site and is offering a wide assortment of Holiday Specials. Many items in their broad product line are designed with precious gemstones like diamonds and sapphires or sparkling Cubic Zirconia. But with prices ranging from $5.95 to $1million, expect the unexpected. - December 14, 2007 - Macdaddy's Fishing Lures
New for 2008, Dikuza Shoes Debuts the Clear Shoe Box to Showcase Signature Crystal Shoes and Introduces Their Shoe Color Palate
Finding shoes for special occasions has clearly gotten easier with the debut of Dikuza’s new clear shoe box and the convenient shoe color palate. Every pair of Dikuza shoes will come in the new box. “When it comes to dressing for special occasions, customers are color conscience.”... - December 14, 2007 - Dikuza Shoes
LicenZing LLC Signs on the YL Yo Latino® Brand to Build Its “Estilo”
LicenZing LLC today announced it has been selected as the brand building agency of record for the YL (Yo Latino®) brand. The YL brand will focus to ignite a movement representing unity and symbolizing pride among Latinos worldwide. Feel it, say it and now wear it. The movement began in... - December 14, 2007 - LicenZing, LLC
Help Make a Wish Come True at Water Tower Place
Benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation® while shopping for holiday favorites - December 14, 2007 - Chic Gems, Etc.
Sharanya Mukhopadhyay is Crowned "Miss South Asia 2008" and Ridhi Patel Grabs the Coveted Title "Miss India America 2008"
Babu Subramaniam (ER Director), Tina Sugandh (Singer) and Janina Gavankar (Actress in Showtime’s L Word) were some of the many celebrities at Jinder's 17th Annual pageant Mr./Miss/Mrs. South Asia® 2008, a star-studded Red Carpet gala which took place on November 16th on the prestigious ship Queen Mary in Long Beach, California. Sahara One Television aired the event on Sahara One TV in USA, Canada, UK and 22 other countries in Europe. - December 13, 2007 - South Asia Inc.
Dawna Lee Heising Hosts "Eye on Entertainment" at the FULCAGE Show at Boulevard 3
David McNeil Directs “Eye on Entertainment” for the “Christmas with a Conscience” Charity Fashion Event. - December 12, 2007 - Eye on Entertainment
Designer Jeans Added to Popular Online Retailer
Intrends.com Expands High End Fashions to Include Designer Denim - December 12, 2007 - In Trends
Christmas Beauty Gifts Covered at ASOS.com
From cheap and chic stocking fillers to more luxurious presents, cool cult brands and exclusive gifts, ASOS.com has a beauty gift to suit every taste and budget - December 12, 2007 - ASOS.com
Where to Find the Coolest Baby Gifts This Winter... Sizzling South Beach
Up and Comer Apparel Spreads Cheer with Special Holiday Promotion - December 09, 2007 - Up and Comer Apparel
French Designer Juliette Longuet in Palm Beach: Fashion for Autism
Juliette Longuet will be releasing an exclusive preview of her 2008 spring/summer collection at Fashion for Autism event on December 28th at 2pm at BICE of Palm Beach. Fashion for Autism is a women’s only charity fashion benefit supporting the Autism Society of America, featuring a fashion... - December 08, 2007 - Juliette Longuet Ltd
A Pet's World to Participate in the Tokyo Project
A Pet's World has been selected to participate in The Pet Fashion Week Tokyo Project in Japan January 2008. Over 40,000 people are expected to view the runway shows held over a two day period. - December 04, 2007 - A Pet's World
Thom Inc. Goes Digging for Diamonds: A Search for Beauty and Perfection
A Couture Diamond is strong, rare and radiant and a model who has reached the pinnacle of style, grace, and beauty. She is nothing less than stunning and it shows. The House of Monee Inc. has launched their open call campaign seeking models from around the country to showcase their talent. From the... - December 04, 2007 - The House of Monee Inc.
MiMi + You Handmade “One-of-a-Kind” Necklaces
Sisters Mitra and Mina (MiMi) started MiMi + You in 2005. Mitra individually handcrafts each necklace in Toronto, Canada. The designs are inspired by their friends and community; the "You" part of the brand name. Each piece is as unique as the women who wear them: moms, teachers, entrepreneurs, business executives, activists, and actors. MiMi + You necklaces are currently available in boutiques throughout Los Angeles and by appointment/trunk shows in Toronto. - December 03, 2007 - MiMi +You
ASOS.com Unveils Christmas Luxe Capsule Collection
New ASOS LUXE collection heavily references nature-inspired motifs of 1920s art nouveau and opulence. - December 02, 2007 - ASOS.com
Christmas is the Season for Green
Spread Some Irish Cheer this Christmas with a Paddy the Leprechaun Gift from Paddystuff.com. - December 01, 2007 - Paddystuff
Diamonds for Dogs: A Girl’s Best Friend for Man’s Best Friend.™
There are no limits left to pampering your pooch with diamonds for dogs. - December 01, 2007 - Gothic Dog
Inspirational, Indulgent and in: InEyewear.com Launches Revolutionary Virtual Shopping Experience
ineyewear.com launches today with `revolutioneyes` - a completely new genre of virtual shopping that’s both fun and easy to use. In providing this revolutionary virtual setting for trying out styles, ineyewear.com is a place where anyone who cares about their image can readily compare eyewear ranging from the finest Tom Ford sunglasses to CEBE snow goggles. - November 30, 2007 - InEyewear.com
Fine Men's Clothing at www.lamakers.com - Free Shipping
Designer Menswear Retailer, Lamakers, Launches New Website Featuring Stylish and Timeless Clothing for Men. Luxury men’s clothing from Lamakers is now available online through the launch of their new website Lamakers.com. Offering all the essentials from classic sport shirts to casual and... - November 30, 2007 - Lamakers
Teens Seeking Prom Gowns Find Them in Caitlin's Closet
Each spring teenaged girls start dreaming of the special dresses they will wear to their proms. But with prices skyrocketing, many girls find that being suitably attired is beyond their budgets. Enter Caitlin Brunell. The daughter of NFL player Mark Brunell, she founded Caitlin’s Closet, a... - November 30, 2007 - Miss America's Outstanding Teen, Inc.
Wicked Curves Offers Affordable High-End European Corsets to the U.S. Market
New online women's lingerie retailer partners with Vollers Corset Company of England to offer high-quality corsets at low prices to the North American market. - November 29, 2007 - Wicked Curves
Inglewood California Goes Boutique Shopping
NewStyleWeb.Com a handbag and footwear retailer opens in Inglewood California offering a unique contemporary shopping experience and customer service to inner city clientele. - November 28, 2007 - NewStyleWeb
Persol 714 Sunglasses - Steve McQueen's Classic Sunglasses Now Available at Eyegoodies.com
Persol 714 sunglasses and exclusive Persol 714 with blue lenses is now available at eyegoodies.com. They are limited so better act quick. Persol 714 sunglasses are perhaps most recognized and given iconic status from Steve McQueen, who was seen wearing the classic shades both off screen and on screen in movies such as the "Thomas Crown Affair" and the "The Getaway." In fact a pair of 714's from McQueen's personal collection was recently auctioned for a stunning $70,200 in 2006. - November 27, 2007 - EyeGoodies.com
In Time for Holidays, Online Jewelry Retailer Announces Ten Most Requested Gifts, Holiday Deals
Pearl jewelry e-tailer announces popular gift ideas, special deals - November 27, 2007 - Moon River Pearls.com
Bling Bling Goes Mainstream at AllAmericanBling.com’s New Jewelry Store
AllAmericanBling.com’s new Jewelry Store page states the word “bling” is now so mainstream, “bling” is now found in the Oxford English Dictionary. According to the spokesman for AllAmericanBling.com, bling style has also made its way into mainstream... - November 26, 2007 - AllAmericanBling.com
IGNES Will Donate a Gift to an Underprivileged Child in Uruguay, for Each Handbag Sold
Beginning now and until Christmas, IGNES, winner of the “Most Socially Responsible” category at the Handbag Designer Awards in New York, will donate a gift to a child in Uruguay, for each handbag purchased by a customer. - November 22, 2007 - IGNES Handbags
Hot Baby Clothes That Are Uncommonly Cute This Holiday Season
Unique Baby Clothes and Toddler Tees on Sale. Holiday Gifting Has Never Been so Much Fun. - November 22, 2007 - Uncommonly Cute
Fashion Shoe Brand Shellys Now Available Online through ASOS.com
Shellys Arrives @ ASOS.com. - November 21, 2007 - ASOS.com
On Thursday November 15th at 12:01am SpotMyTee.com, a One of Kind, Designer Art Apparel Community, Launched with Some of the Most Unique Designs for This Holiday Season
It was obvious early Friday morning when SpotMyTee.com sales spiked 400% over company predictions. Having talented tattoo artists, high quality tees, and a sexy shopping experience seems to be the winning formula company officials reported. Howard Panes, VP of Marketing was quoted as saying, “Our grassroots approach to focus on the younger non conventional internet media outlets had paid off handsomely.” - November 20, 2007 - SpotMyTee.com
Sources for Human Hair Wigs Are Challenged Due to Changing Economic Conditions in the Far East
The declining US dollar, and outsourcing of US jobs has created a boom in Far East economies. Traditionally the world's source for human hair, Asian women can now afford to keep their own hair and embrace American beauty standards. This may leave those who use human hair wigs for medical or cosmetic reasons in a bind in 2008. - November 20, 2007 - WigSalon.com
Protech Sports Medicine Offers Rx for Stilettos - Sculptra ® Injections Creates Pillows for the Feet
It's a fact: Women love their high-end, high heel designer shoes. And while high heels are sexy and gorgeous, they make women around the world scream, “My feet are killing me” after a few hours of wear. Regardless, the fact remains; women love their shoes and will subject themselves to... - November 20, 2007 - Protech Sports Medicine
Celebrity Holiday Gifting Gone Green
Farmerkids Organics has been invited by Distinctive Assets to participate in the "Babes in Toyland" Holiday Gift Boxes presented to celebrities in early December. Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt, Gwen Stefani, and Salma Hayek are among the celebrity parents. - November 19, 2007 - Farmerkids Organics
Paul Wharton Featured on Cover of Washington Life Magazine
Superb article in Washington Life Magazine featuring Paul Wharton and several high-fashion experts. - November 19, 2007 - Paul Wharton Modeling Agency
Mgmt., Inc & The Victoria Agency Present Where Fashion & Music Collide at Blvd.
On Tuesday, November 20th, models will strut their stuff on the runway in the latest fashion-forward designs and artists will showcase their talent in the series event entitled "Where Fashion and Music Collide". Hosted by celebrity styleaholic, Najwa Moses and prominent music producer... - November 18, 2007 - The Victoria Agency
Level 99: Denim Gets Dressed to the Nines
Breaking the Denim Trend with Wide Leg, High Waisted and Trouser Cut - November 16, 2007 - Level 99
Golf-Chic Launches Website for Fashion-Forward Women Golfers
Golf-Chic Boutique’s tagline is “for girls who like to hit the greens.” And Beth Underhill is one of them. Beth began her love of golf by taking lessons after a few dates with her husband. She realized she had the knack for it, and soon began joining the golf leagues and entering... - November 15, 2007 - Golf-Chic Boutique, LLC
Fashion Brand Oasis is Now Available Online from ASOS.com
Oasis Arrives @ ASOS.com - November 14, 2007 - ASOS.com
Van Elly Jewelry Proves That High Fashion Can be Compassionate by Helping Canine Friends
Van Elly is donating their sterling silver jewelry line to be auctioned off at the Cuties for Canines Hollywood Auction Event scheduled for November 16th, 2007 in Hollywood, California. This event will raise much needed money as well as awareness for dogs that are facing the prospect of being euthanized. - November 13, 2007 - Van Elly, Inc.
ASOS.com Adds Occasion-Wear Label Coast to Its Growing List of Fashion Brands
Coast Arrives @ ASOS.com - November 12, 2007 - ASOS.com