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Newly Launched Jewelry Site Targets Both Shopper and Crafter
Very Designer is a new kind of jewelry site for both women who love to buy jewelry and those who love to make jewelry. - November 21, 2006 - Very Designer
1in3Trinity Launches Faith-infused Clothing Line at Celebrate Freedom 2006 Concert
Another American dream is realized as 1in3Trinity launches its signature clothing line at the largest free outdoor concert in America - Celebrate Freedom 2006. - November 20, 2006 - 1in3Trinity LLC
Unique Gems at Bshehu Philadelphia
Local jewelry designer, Meredith's Unique Gems announces the arrival of their gems at Philadelphia area boutiques. - November 16, 2006 - Meredith's Unique Gems
Ativa Sativa Cashmere Designer Launches Rare Kashmina Form of Pashmina for Their Shawls and Wraps
Ativa Sativa’s Kashmina Collection is made from a rare cashmere found only in Kashmir. - November 13, 2006 - Ativa Sativa
Cami's Collection Adds a Line of Loomwoven Backpacks to its Holiday Offerings
Cami's Collection a leading online seller of Jacquard Tapestry Handbags has added a line of Fun & Funky Woven Fabric Backpacks to its product offerings for the Holiday Season. The Backpacks come in Multi-Color Patterns with five different primary shades, Cool Blue and Black. The backpacks... - November 13, 2006 - Cami's Collection
Yesufashions.com Launches Designer Clothing Store Featuring Women's Business Suits, Church Suits, Mother of the Bride & Groom Dresses, Church Hats and Purses
Yesufashions.com is an online store featuring Women's Business Suits, Church suits, Mother of the bride dresses, Formal suits, dressy hats, church hats and Purses. Their Designers Include Donna Vinci, Lisa Rene, Ben Marc, Milano, Aussie Austine, Chancelle, GMI, Nubiano, Liorah Knits and so many... - November 10, 2006 - Yesufashions.com
‘Evercreatures’ Wellies Launch their New Baseball Boot Style Wellingtons for Winter 2006
Emilyhannah (http://www.funky-wellington-boots.co.uk), a specialist footwear retailer, announces its exclusive range of ‘Evercreatures’ baseball boot style wellingtons for winter 2006. Owned by top welly designers, Emily Todd and Hannah Petty, Emilyhannah is based in Somerset... - November 09, 2006 - Funky Wellington Boots
Juice Media Launches New and Improved Happy Feet Slippers Website
Adults and Kids all over the world just got a little more comfortable thanks to Happy Feet Slippers. - November 02, 2006 - Juice Media Worldwide
Cami's Collection Adds a Hobo Bag to its Tapestry Handbag Line
Cami’s Collection an Online Store that specializes in the Finest Tapestry & Light Fabric Handbags, Travel Bags, Backpacks and Accessories has added a Limited Edition Hobo Bag to its line of High Quality Jacquard Tapestry Handbags. The Cami’s Collection Hobo Bag is available in three... - October 28, 2006 - Cami's Collection
A Dog Gets His Own Blog
The Purse Pooch, an opinionated Pomeranian, gets his own blog. His intention is to transform the blogosphere into a dogosphere. - October 26, 2006 - Lipstick Mystic
Jonäno Eco Scrubs™ Debut
Natural fabrics weave sustainability and styling to medical and spawear. - October 23, 2006 - Jonano
DreamSoftBedware.com Launches Gift Registry Service Powered by Ewish.com
Dream Soft Bedware, LLC, http://www.dreamsoftbedware.com, today announces a new gift registry service designed to make gift buying simple and convenient. Dream Soft Bedware provides premium bedding, bath, sleepwear, and holistic items including organic and natural products. A portion of Dream Soft... - October 19, 2006 - eWish.com
New Brand Created to Help Business Owners Network and Prospect
A new clothing brand called “B for Life” was created to help business owners network and prospect using brand recognition. - October 18, 2006 - B for Life
Local Inventor Assists Shoppers at the Palm Beach Home Show
Florida inventor has successful debut for his unique shoppers assistance product at South Florida Home show. - October 14, 2006 - Baggy Buddy Easy Carry Handles
TshirtFreaks.com Says Funny T-Shirts are Serious Business
TshirtFreaks.com is using various marketing strategies to make a serious business out of selling funny t-shirts online. They utilize peer networking sites, affiliate marketing and online voting technology to enhance the company's sales, marketing, distribution and research & development operations. - October 14, 2006 - TshirtFreaks.com
Dallas Designer Dubs Her New Line of Apparel, “FoleyGate”
Since the resignation of Mark Foley on September 29, 2006, “FoleyGate” could soon be dubbed the biggest catch phrase since Watergate, also filled with secrets, lies and cover-ups. Merchandise about the Mark Foley scandal is popping up everywhere and a Dallas Designer is the... - October 12, 2006 - A Little Bit of Something for Everyone
Elizabeth M. Mason Presents Fukuko Ando
A Prominent Fashion Expert to Debut Fashions of Acclaimed Japanese Couture Designer, Fukuko Ando, at her Exclusive Beverly Hills Boutique - October 12, 2006 - The Paper Bag Princess
Eyegoodies.com Releases Tom Ford Sunglasses - The Season's Must Have Accessory
Fashion legend Tom Ford emerges in eyewear with a vintage inspired sunglasses line that is this season's must have. Tom Ford's huge celebrity and fashion following has created such a demand that retail stores already have a huge backordered waiting list. However eyegoodies.com has the whole line of Ford shades. But act quickly these shades are going quick and many have a limited release. - October 09, 2006 - EyeGoodies.com
Eco Scrubs™ Hit the Streets
Jonäno offers a new twist on an old standard. - October 08, 2006 - Jonano
Cami’s Collection Launches New Handbag Brand
Cami’s Collection an online store that specializes in the Finest Tapestry & Light Fabric Handbags, Travel Bags, Backpacks and Accessories has recently introduced its own brand of High Quality Jacquard Tapestry Handbags. After three years of selling other fine brands and providing design... - October 08, 2006 - Cami's Collection
Celebrity Fashion at Your Doorstep
Celebrity Fashion Direct to You - October 07, 2006 - LAStarStyle.co.uk
JIS Miami Show News: Carl Blackburn’s 2007 Neo Classics & Neo Renaissance Showcase
Carl Blackburn’s newest stop in his world-wide tour of fine jewelry fairs is JIS Miami, October 21-24. The revivalist designer, renowned for his intricately handcrafted gold and platinum jewelry, has been crisscrossing the globe in recent months to showcase his 2007 Neo Classics™ and... - October 06, 2006 - Carl Blackburn Fine Jewelry
Clothing Drives Early Fall Menswear Market
Clothing sales up over 11% in August; Sportswear climbs almost 6%. Furnishings continue 90-day decline. - October 04, 2006 - Blacks Retail Analysis
Round 2 Continues in Paris at the Silmo Expo Oct 27th-30th 2006
All Distributors, Retailers & Sales Reps are incouraged to stop by Optimate's Booth at SILMO in Hall F1 No.61 to view the toughest collection on the planet - Everlast Eyewear & Sunwear. - October 04, 2006 - Optimate, Inc.
Fashion Comes to Boston, and Boston Fashion Enters the Web Scene
A new Boutique has been voted the "best of" on two separate occasions. Queen Bee in Boston has brought many designers to the wealthy of Boston. People are raving about the sassy website - www.queenbeegirls.com - the atmosphere, and the selection. - September 28, 2006 - Queen Bee
Shine Advertising Lights a Birthday Candle for Umi Children's Shoes
Two years ago, from the ashes of Elefanten—then the #1 European brand of children’s shoes in the U.S.—a new brand was born. Umi Children’s Shoes. The new company was launched by Mark Kohlenberg, former president of Elefanten USA, who announced the brand’s inception... - September 27, 2006 - Shine Advertising
Lariat & Wire Wrap Necklaces: Latest Trend in Fashion from Designer Angelawc
Angelawc announces the launch of her unique lariats, wire wrap necklaces & leather belts. Her necklaces are created with sterling silver, 14k gold-filled, copper, brass, semi-precious gem stones, Swarovski crystals, Czech glass beads and other materials. - September 26, 2006 - AngelaWC Designs
A Guide to Buying Lingerie
Buying lingerie for a wife or girlfriend is a difficult task. Here is the background information for taking decision making. - September 25, 2006 - Glamour Model Photography
Business Casual? Not Anymore. The Suit is Back.
Research Shows Men Are Increasingly Wearing Suits Again, But May Not Know How to Take Care of Them - September 21, 2006 - FabriCare Foundation
Ditch the Drycleaner - Choose Jonano ecoKashmere™
Jonäno ecoKashmere™ bamboo blends are buttery-soft, like silken cashmere, without the harmful chemicals and expense involved in dry-cleaning. - September 19, 2006 - Jonano
Flower Power for a Cure
Jonäno Daffodil Tees Supporting Breast Cancer Research Are Available at jonano.com - September 14, 2006 - Jonano
"Once I hit 30, I can’t Wear Jeans Showing my Underpants Underneath"
Urban fashion is going mainstream this autumn to attract men who have been put off in the past by extreme looks, one of Britain’s specialist online retailers reported today. The new trend shows that hip hop clothing is evolving along with the generation that grew up with it, said urban... - September 14, 2006 - Yukka.co.uk
Unique and Spiritual Symbols Jewelry Model Design Contest
Jewelry designer David Weitzman and Ka Gold Jewelry, specialists in symbolic jewelry and sacred geometry, have announced a jewelry design contest. Winners of the contests will have the opportunity to see their favorite symbol, unique design, or even company logo crafted in 14 carat gold. Designs can be submitted at www.ka-gold-jewelry.com/p-contest/. - September 14, 2006 - Ka Gold Jewelry
Toojays Boutique Gives You Designer Bags without the Designer Prices
Toojays brings “Designer” Bags, Sunglasses and other fashion/luxury accessories to women around the world for next-to-nothing. Most are new; some are pre-owned, all are fantastic, authentic and immaculate. This fashion-savvy website is for women who love designer bags and... - September 12, 2006 - Toojays Designer Boutique
Introducing a New Additon to Kicks... Shoe Jewelry
It's the year of the grown and sexy, and everyone is about making statements. Ice Walks is a new addition to the fashion industry that's setting trends world wide. Where do we go Next? Ice Walk takes ‘Bling’ to another level. - September 12, 2006 - Ice Walks
New Complete 2006 Fine Sexy Lingerie Collection from Lingerie Seductions Now Online
Lingerie Seductions announces their new complete 2006 line of fine sexy lingerie is now online and available for the discerning consumer. The new line showcases the latest trends and designs in fine sexy lingerie. - September 12, 2006 - East Wind Enterprises
Blixd Now Accepting Dress and Monetary Donations Online
After unveiling the new prom dress exchange program, Blixd.com has now opened a fundraising program to help support the exchange. At the moment, visitors can make donations to help fund the program and soon, Blixd.com will be offering candles and other sundries in a fundraising event. With the... - September 07, 2006 - Blixd
Why You Should Buy Organic Clothing
Everyone needs clothes. They shelter us from the elements and define our personal style. Jonäno offers information on organic clothing and new bamboo fabric alternatives that offer value-added benefits without the environmental cost. DID YOU KNOW? * A cotton t-shirt blended with polyester... - September 05, 2006 - Jonano
New Designs Launched by ShirtFight.com Aim to Please… or is that Provoke?
ShirtFight is an online tee shirt company that opened its virtual doors this summer, providing silk screened designs on high quality American Apparel Tees. With designs ranging from witty to raunchy, the new tees available at www.ShirtFight.com are bound to make anyone wearing them the topic of conversation. - September 05, 2006 - Shirt Fight
Womenswear Leads Rebound in Sales of Better Apparel & Accessories
Growth in women’s apparel outpaces men’s by 5.8% in July. 90-day sales of women’s accessories surge over 22%. - August 31, 2006 - Blacks Retail Analysis
Jewelry Trends 2006: Carl Blackburn Ushers in a New Age of Elegance
The year 2006 has been a busy one for revivalist jewelry designer Carl Blackburn. After retreating to his studios for several months of intense work, the California native has crisscrossed the globe unveiling his latest (and many say finest) diamond jewelry collections. Following a preview at a... - August 31, 2006 - Carl Blackburn Fine Jewelry
Adler’s Jewelry Marks One Year Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina by Hosting Celebrity Fine Jewelry Charity Auction
Adler’s Jewelry is supporting New Orleans on the anniversary of Hurricane Katrina by hosting a celebrity fine jewelry charity event. - August 29, 2006 - Adler's Jewelry
Topazery.com Expands Vintage Jewelry Showcase with Carl Blackburn’s Neo Classics™ & Neo Renaissance™ Collections
Topazery.com has announced the addition of Carl Blackburn’s Neo Classics™ & Neo Renaissance™ collections to its virtual fine jewelry showcase. Established in 2001, Topazery.com is widely recognized as among the world’s leading retailers of vintage diamond and gemstone... - August 23, 2006 - Carl Blackburn Fine Jewelry
Sight Unseen: An Exclusive, Pre-Fashion Week Art and Product Design Event Lands in NYC on September 7
The Chivas Life, In Conjunction With República Eyewear and The Sound Of Art Launch Art, Music & Fashion Preview at Private Manhattan Loft. - August 22, 2006 - Republica Trading Co.
Wear your Values: Eco-Chic Fashion
Organic clothing is the fall fashion trend in natural fibers like bamboo, hemp linen and organic cotton. - August 20, 2006 - Jonano
Alexander Morse Set to Debut Sneaker Couture Collection at MAGIC Marketplace
Alexander Morse will be debuting the Sneaker Couture Collection at the exciting MAGIC Marketplace, BOOTH NUMBER: ST30620-18, August 28-31, 2006 (Monday-Thursday) at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Each February and August, the fashion industry converges on Las Vegas for one of the most... - August 16, 2006 - Alexander Morse Clothing
Denver Goes Fashion Forward for Furry Friends
Good Girl Brand sportswear and Monarck Nightclub put the fun into fundraising with an evening of trendy fashion to benefit the Dumb Friends League, during Monarck’s 2-year anniversary celebration. Models will catwalk down the runway dressed to the nines for canines at the August 12th event,... - August 10, 2006 - Good Girl Brand
Jonäno Designer Tees Benefit Cancer Research
Doing your part for charity has never been more fashionable. Jonano.com, a designer organic clothing company, introduces a unique opportunity to add a designer touch to your wardrobe while supporting a really fantastic cause. Their mission: to create “A World without... - August 08, 2006 - Jonano
Online Store Puts New Spin on Retro Style Shoes
A California-based online retailer has put a new spin on familiar shoe styles. - August 04, 2006 - Bandana Fever Fashions
Online Jewelry News: Pearlman’s Jewelers Fuels Desires for the Designer Look
For over 6 years, Bill Pearlman of Pearlman’s Jewelers has bucked the belief that online retailing is simply the domain of warehouse diamond deals and unbranded jewelry by building the largest luxury jewelry site in the world. - August 02, 2006 - Carl Blackburn Fine Jewelry