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Beauty is Lambskin Deep - Aloush Leather Model Search 2007

Aloush Leather conducts an international model search for fresh new leather lingerie models to appear in their 2007 Leather Collection. - June 29, 2006 - Aloush Leather

Vis.a.vis Online Fashion Magazine Attracting Members from All Over the World

Vis.A.Vis (www.visavismag.com) is a new online fashion magazine attracting members from Beijing to New York City. Visitors may register for free unlimited access to gorgeous fashion photography, insightful articles and unique features for members. Advertisers are discovering its unique and innovative format that eschews typical "banners" and "buttons" for large, vibrant images. - June 28, 2006 - The Clermont Group, Inc.

Retro Rags Introduces New T-shirt Line Featuring Detroit's Historic Bars

Retro Rags introduces T-shirts featuring Detroit's old bars and hot spots. - June 27, 2006 - Retro Rags

Miami Talent.com : Taking Florida's Talent Industry by Storm

Have talent to show off? Looking for talent? If you have wondered what it takes to be a professional model, actor, artist, performer or fitness professional, MiamiTalent.com, which is actively promoting its company launch, is a good place to start. With a goal of becoming the fastest growing talent... - June 19, 2006 - Miami Talent LLC

Eden Dawn Apparel Launches Summer 06 Vintage-Modern Clothing Collection, Available Online at www.edendawn.com

US based fashion designer Eden Dawn has launched her Summer 06 clothing collection on her newly renovated website www.edendawn.com, a range that takes vintage references in the form of fashion illustrations and prints them onto modern, wearable styles that are casual-chic. - June 14, 2006 - Eden Dawn Apparel

Denimology.co.uk - The Premium Denim Blog that is Helping Consumers Find the Perfect Pair of Jeans

Denimology.co.uk (launched in February 2006) is the first blog that is solely dedicated to helping consumers find the perfect pair of premium denim jeans. Its unique combination of news, reviews, photos and celebrity denim style tips has already made it a runaway success with denim connoisseur. - June 14, 2006 - Denimology

Adler’s Celebrates New Orleans with Fleur de Lys Collection of Fine Jewelry and Gifts - Opens New Baton Rouge Location

Adler’s Jewelry New Orleans celebrates New Orleans with the Fleur de Lys collection of fine jewelry and gifts. Adler’s looks forward to the future as Coleman E. Adler & Sons opens its New Baton Rouge location. - June 13, 2006 - Adler's Jewelry

Anthony David Fires the First Crystal

New merchant takes on the large name brand designers with a revolutionary concept in fasion marketing. - June 12, 2006 - AllThingsTrendy.com LLC

Grace Bridal & Tuxedo Brings the Latest Fashions and Personal Touch in Formal Wear to the Maryland DC Metro Area

Grace Bridal & Tuxedo, the leader in service is proud to announce it's Grand Opening on Tuesday June 13, 2006 at 11:00 am in it's newest location, 1114 A Baltimore Ave., Beltsville, MD. With over 20 years of experience, "personal touch and superior service is what makes us different,"... - June 12, 2006 - Grace Bridal & Tuxedo

Je T'aime Fragrances Introduces “Massage Romantique” the Union of a Soy Candle and Body Massage Oil

Je T’aime Fragrances announces the addition of “Massage Romantique”-Soy Body Massage Candles to their product line. This is a revolutionary new product that changes from a soy candle to a warm massage oil as it burns. This natural product provides superior moisturizing for the skin. Massage Romantique Soy Body Massage Candles are very romantic and perfect for those intimate moments. - June 08, 2006 - Je T'aime Fragrances

MySpace.Com Select Fashion Designer Mal Sirrah to Design Website's Official T-Shirt

Members of MySpace.Com vote for fashion designer, Mal Sirrah (Malcolm Harris) to personally design the Anti-MySpace T-shirt campaign to boost the image and profile of MySpace loyal and faithful members. - June 06, 2006 - One Dress Project

Ex-Felon Ex-Drug Dealer Turns Fashion Designer and Book Author

Ex-felon, Ex-drug gets released from prison after serving 12 years and starts a urban clothing company and self publishes a book. - June 01, 2006 - Gangster Affiliated Clothing Brand

Ka Gold Jewelry Presents Peace Jewelry Made in Israel: The Land of Conflicts

David Weitzman designs peace jewelry based on sacred geometry from Israel, the land of conflicts, for www.Ka-Gold-Jewelry.com. - May 31, 2006 - Ka Gold Jewelry

Anti Death Penalty T Shirts Take Protest Online

New T shirts have been designed to help spread the word that the death penalty is outdated and wrong. When Zacarias Moussaoui has just been spared the death penalty, maybe opinions are changing. Now is the time to keep up the pressure on governments to remove the death penalty form the statute books. - May 31, 2006 - conceptTshirts

Flirtygems.com Launches New Website and Rolls Out Summer Line

You can almost feel the summer breeze when you view Flirty Gems new summer collection. Gone are the bulky necklaces and earrings of summers past and a new more feminine Flirty Gems has emerged. The earrings, which are Alana’s main focus, are adorned with all of favorite summer... - May 04, 2006 - Flirty Gems

Clothing Designer Suspect Launches New Website

Los Angeles-based Premium Contemporary Men’s Apparel Company Launches New Web Presence with Sophistication and Ease of Use in Mind. - April 27, 2006 - Suspect

Boom! Magazine Sponsors Modeling Fashion Show

Local Magazine Teams With Vogue Modeling For Fashion Show. - April 27, 2006 - Boom! Magazine

Local Entrepreneur Launches Million Wishes Enterprise

Yvonne Walton knows that women love fashion accessories and she's launching a direct-selling business to prove it. Ms. Walton is confident about her new Million Wishes business because of its connection with Jones Apparel Group, the parent company of Jones New York, Nine West, Anne Klein, Enzo... - April 24, 2006 - Million Wishes - Yvonne Walton

Bikini Myth Crumbles as the Truth About Bikinis is Revealed by Hot New Aussie Swimwear Design Team at Mercedes Australia Fashion Week

Proof that the Bikini was invented thousands of years ago dances down the catwalk when Aussie Label MaraJoara launches their 2006 Spring/Summer Collection at Mercedes Australia Fashion Week. - April 17, 2006 - MaraJoara

Online Retailers Narrow the Fashion Gap Between Straight and Plus Sizes; "The Curvy Woman's Guide" helps Canadian Women Reap the Benefits

While many stores specializing in plus size clothing are spreading across the United States, Canadian consumers haven’t been as lucky. With only 2 national chain stores, Addition Elle and Penningtons, Canadian women must venture online to find their size, and style. - April 12, 2006 - The Curvy Woman's Guide

Jeans in Naomi Campbell Arrest Identified as Chip & Pepper Denim - Company Releases Limited Edition T-shirt to Chronicle Occurance

The jeans in dispute in the Naomi Campbell alleged assault have been identified as Chip & Pepper’s bestselling NIK jean. The designing duo are now selling a limited edition T-shirt that says “Naomi Hit Me… For My Chip & Pepper Denim.” - April 11, 2006 - LA Lab

Naomi Campbell's Latest Tirade Launches the Summer's New "Must-Have T-shirt" by Fashion Designer-to-the Stars, Mal Sirrah

Personal assistants and domestic workers should take the advice of a new must-have T-shirt: "Naomi Campbell slapped me - and I slapped the b$#*h back!" Designed by New York based designer-to-the stars, Mal Sirrah. - April 07, 2006 - One Dress Project

Carl Blackburn Neo Classics™ Debut at JA New York Summer Show 2006

Vintage-inspired California jeweler Carl Blackburn has emerged from his studios to announce the unveiling of his Neo Classics™ 2007 collection of handcrafted jewelry creations at the JA New York Summer Show, July 30th – August 2nd. - April 05, 2006 - Carl Blackburn Fine Jewelry

2006 Celebrity Fashion Trends: Sapphire Colors Bloom on the Red Carpet

As the Hollywood awards season heated up to its Oscars’ night climax, many celebrity trend-setters were found reveling in brilliant sapphire colors... A sudden desire for exuberance and sun-drenched colors appears ready to take hold of the coming 2006 spring/summer season, with radiant sapphire capturing the spirit of the day. - March 30, 2006 - the rainbow sapphire collection™

Cashak Magazine Launches Preview of New Fashion Publication

Cashak Magazine, a new fashion publication, announces an online preview. The magazine brings new ideas to the fashion industry with a focus on sexy styles and trends in women’s clothing. - March 20, 2006 - Cashak Magazine

Grown and Sexy Promotional Model Search

Rapidly growing PR and Event planning company, KB & Associates are now looking for attractive female & male model types of all races for promotional and marketing events in the VA/DC/MD area. - March 19, 2006 - KB & Associates, Event Planning and Management

Super Sexy Created and Gifted Custom Designed T-shirts for Presenters at Film's 2006 Independent Spirit Awards

Super Sexy Custom Couture T-shirts has created T-shirt reading “Indie Spirit is Super Sexy” exclusively for celebrity presenters at Film’s Independent 2006 Independent Spirit Awards, celebrating Independent Films. - March 07, 2006 - Anna Pereira Super Sexy LLC

St. Patrick’s Day Jewelry: Clovers in Style

As winter slowly gives way to spring, clover-themed designer jewelry is once again sprouting up in jewelers' showcases. California designer Carl Blackburn continues to power the vintage trend with his sought-after new pair of Edwardian-inspired chandelier clover and heart earrings, laden with pave set diamonds. - March 06, 2006 - Carl Blackburn Fine Jewelry

The Urban Fashion Week Takes on The Nation's Capital

The Fashion Industry Will Never Be The Same... - March 03, 2006 - Zobe Fashions, Models, & Talents

Customizable Message Wristbands Are no Longer Just a Fashion Craze - Now You Can Customize Just One - or Millions - from Wristbands With A Message™

Adults and children alike are expressing themselves with colorful wristbands that contain a message or promotion, but until now, it hasn't been possible to buy just one custom-made band. Wristbands With a Message™ has changed all that with its no minimum purchase policy. - March 02, 2006 - Wristbands With A Message

Carl Blackburn Turns Right Hand Rings into Regal Treasures

Carl Blackburn has added a regal touch to the right hand ring in his new collections. Featuring open work designs inspired by European crown jewels, the new right hand rings blend the timeless elegance of turn-of-the-century royal courts with eternity spun diamonds and detailed hand-milgraining to create a truly stunning look. - March 01, 2006 - Carl Blackburn Fine Jewelry

Super Sexy Custom Couture T-shirts at POOL Trade Show in Las Vegas

Super Sexy T-shirts will be on display at POOL Tradeshow at Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, from Feb. 20-22 at the Charm School Co-op Booth, Private Arena P5. - February 19, 2006 - Anna Pereira Super Sexy LLC

Luxury Menswear Gets Boost From Denim, Custom Clothing

Men's denim sales soar 138.7% in December while suits, pants and neckwear suffer double-digit drops. - February 17, 2006 - Blacks Retail Analysis

Clothing Designer “Suspect” Announces New Look for their Fall/Winter 2006 Collection

Flourishing Los Angeles-based Men’s Apparel Company To Launch Their New Collection With Fresh New Feel And Style - February 16, 2006 - Suspect

Clothing Designer “Suspect” Launches Online Store

Los Angeles-based Premium Contemporary Men’s Apparel Company Integrates E-Commerce Component to Its Web Presence. - February 14, 2006 - Suspect

Ativa Sativa Fine Pashmina Cashmere Accessories and Home Décor Signs with Allison Dawn Public Relations

Ativa Sativa, a line of the finest pashmina cashmere, imported from India, has signed on to retain Allison Dawn Public Relations beginning January 15, 2006. - January 31, 2006 - Ativa Sativa

Super Sexy Custom Couture T-shirt Line to Appear at the Stylemax Women’s Contemporary Apparel Trade Show in Chicago

Super Sexy will reveal their screen printed and embellished line of T-shirts and tank tops based on original artwork by designer Anna Pereira at the Stylemax Apparel Trade Show from Feb. 4-7, 2006. - January 30, 2006 - Anna Pereira Super Sexy LLC

Bridal Jewelry Trends 2006: An Interview with Carl Blackburn

Renowned jewelry designer Carl Blackburn talks about the latest popular trends in engagement rings and bridal jewelry for 2006. - January 20, 2006 - Carl Blackburn Fine Jewelry

Celebrity Photographer to Attend Instore Promotion During Sundance

Noted photographer, author and digital image pioneer Brad Elterman (http://www.bradelterman.com) will make a personal appearance at Expressions at 312 Main Street, Park City UT on Sunday January 22, 2006 from 2-5pm, where his new t-shirt line, Paparazzi Chic (http://www.paparazzichic.com) will grace the Main Street shop's window. - January 13, 2006 - Paparazzi Chic

Super Sexy LLC is Proud to Announce Making the Front Cover of PETA’s 2006 Catalog with their "Compassion is Super Sexy...PETA.org" T-shirt

Couture T-shirt designer, Anna Pereira of Super Sexy LLC created a T-shirt for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) which has sold so well for the organization, they elected to put the T-shirt on the front cover of their 2006 Catalog - January 10, 2006 - Anna Pereira Super Sexy LLC

Stephanie Manos Sales Features Super Sexy at LA Mart at the California Market Center January 13-17

It's market week in Los Angeles and fashion buyers from around the country, and around the globe, who have waited to see which styles will stand out the most towards the end of the buying season will flock to the LA Market Center, January 13th through the 17th to do their last minute purchasing for... - January 10, 2006 - Anna Pereira Super Sexy LLC

Lindsay Lohan Could Benefit from the Healthier Body Image Super Sexy T-shirt Founder Anna Pereira is Trying to Promote

Anna Pereira, founder and designer of Super Sexy Custom Couture T-shirts wants young women to know that being "Super Sexy" and beautiful comes from within and is not achieved by obsessive dieting to lose weight. - January 06, 2006 - Anna Pereira Super Sexy LLC

Carl Blackburn: Forever Deco in Miami Beach's South Beach

Rescued from the brink of dereliction during the late 1970s, the Miami Beach Art Deco District is now a fashionable vacation hub, which plays host every year to hundreds of jewelry professionals attending the Miami Beach Antique Watch, Jewelry & Fine Silver show—where they’ve found stunning pieces from Tiffany’s, Cartier, Rolex, Patek Philippe, David Webb, Van Cleef & Arpels, and Carl Blackburn. - November 20, 2005 - Carl Blackburn Fine Jewelry

Jewelry Designer Carl Blackburn Honors the Old Hollywood Style

Why does the image of Humphrey Bogart kissing Ingrid Bergman on a Casablanca tarmac stay steadfast in our memories no matter how much time goes by? Why can a single piece of jewelry capture the essence and individuality of a woman like nothing else? Jewelry designer Carl Blackburn has his own answer. And the public seems to agree. - November 13, 2005 - Carl Blackburn Fine Jewelry

Super Sexy Couture Custom Embellished T-shirt Predicted the Future for “My Fair Brady” Reality TV Star Adrianne Curry

Reality TV Star and star of VH-1’s My Fair Brady, purchased a “Mrs. Knight” Swarovski rhinestone embellished Tank top from Super Sexy T-shirts and got proposed to by fiancé Christopher Knight on last night’s series finally - November 07, 2005 - Anna Pereira Super Sexy LLC

Investment Trends: Diamond Jewelry and Luxury Goods Portfolios

With diamond prices having increased 30% over the last five years, and predicted to increase an additional 10-20% by the end of 2005, investment consultants are at last taking notice of diamonds as a lucrative and safe investment. - November 07, 2005 - Carl Blackburn Fine Jewelry

Super Sexy Clothing Signs West Coast Sales Rep to Represent their Custom Couture T-shirt Line