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New York Fashion Week Initiative Breaks International Brands Into USA Market
Nolcha offers global fashion designers a full service program for runway shows, accessory exhibition and industry introductions. - August 10, 2009 - Nolcha
Toronto, Canada Gets New Modeling Agency; Styles Model Management Inc.
Styles Model Management inc. is a new modeling agency with a new approach opening in Toronto, Canada. - August 08, 2009 - Styles Model Management inc.
Peace Love World Featured on FOX’s So You Think You Can Dance
Peace Love World is a featured designer on FOX’s So You Think You Can Dance. In early July, contestant and Miami resident Jeanine Mason chose the Miami-based clothing brand, created and designed by Alina Villasante, as her designer of choice for the show. Peace Love World designer Alina... - August 07, 2009 - Peace Love World, LLC
50% of Women Surveyed Desire a Marriage Proposal from a Fireman
Whether ringing the 911 operator or getting an engagement ring, women want a firefighter to show up and do the job. - August 06, 2009 - Robbins Brothers
Local Designer Creates Pajamas for Children's Charity Debuted at Baltimore Fashion Week
Opening the Grand Finale of Baltimore Fashion Week will be 15 children modeling unique pajamas created by fashion designer Jennifer Carlino. Three of those children are enrolled in the Casey Cares Foundation and battling life threatening diseases, including Josh Carlino, the designer’s five year old son. Ms. Carlino produced this collection especially for the Kamis Jammies Program, a program of Casey Cares a charity providing programs for critically ill children. - August 06, 2009 - Casey Cares Foundation
Salon Beauchesne Named One of the "Top 100 Hottest Salons in America"
Je Beau International announced today that their subsidiary; Salon Beauchesne, has been named to the “Top 100 Hottest Salons in America” by Salon City Magazine of Beverly Hills CA. Salon Beauchesne has been a driving force on the East Coast in the world of Style & Fashion and has... - August 05, 2009 - Je Beau International
Continental Diamond Selected as Finalist for "Best Jeweler" by Minnesota Bride Magazine
Minnesota Bride magazine recently announced local jewelry retailer Continental Diamond as one of three finalists for “Best Jeweler” as part of their annual Best of Bride compilation. Earlier this summer, Continental Diamond was also recognized as one of the Top 50 retailers in America for the Designers Retailers Award as voted by the exhibitors at the JCK Las Vegas Show, the largest jewelry show in the United States. Read about Minnesota's Premier jewelry store and these recent accolades. - August 05, 2009 - Continental Diamond
Magnum Opus Enterprises Presents Victor Louis Couture Collection at Sacramento Fashion Week
Magnum Opus Enterprises presents Sacramento Fashion Week, a 3-day long high fashion event that features a main collection by Victor Louis, eight guest designers, music and dance entertainment that begins Thursday September 17th, 2009. - August 04, 2009 - Magnum Opus Enterprises
Karen Walker Sunglasses and Eyewear Now Available Eyegoodies.com
Even Vampires, allergic to the sun, need their Karen Walker eyewear. Karen Walker draws blood this season with an eyewear collection that everyone should really sink their teeth into. Karen Walker sunglasses are now available at Eyegoodies.com but supplies are limited so get them while you... - August 03, 2009 - EyeGoodies.com
Loving Your Bags Appointed as Sole Distributor for Apple Brand in Singapore
Loving Your Bags, a designer bag care specialist boutique, is pleased to announce that it has been appointed the sole distributor in Singapore for Apple Brand Products, including the highly raved Apple Garde Rain & Stain Repellent, effective 1st August 2009. As the sole distributor of Apple... - August 03, 2009 - Loving Your Bags
The Perfect Pearl Co. Announces Customizable "Support-A-Cause" Pearl Bracelets
The Perfect Pearl Co. is a premier new "customizable" retail venture that combines high-quality materials with classic and functional elements. - August 02, 2009 - The Perfect Pearl Co.
NuU Medspa Steps Into Fashion with Maison De Couture Trunk Show in Chicago
Priscila Rodriguez, Founder of Maison De Couture (French for ‘House of Fashion’) and NuU Medspa gather with other designers and vendors to promote local Indie designers and image consulting services for men and women this month. NuU Medspa convenes with small to large business owners... - August 01, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
‘Wanted: Party Queen’ – South West Firm Offers Dream Job
Ever dreamed of being paid to be a ‘Party Queen’? If so, your luck is in as a West Country lingerie retailer is offering credit-crunch hit women in the South West the chance of a dream job – to be named “Party Queen” and to earn cash for... - August 01, 2009 - Wickedelic Lingerie
Online Jewelry Store for Birthstone Jewelry, Semi-Precious Gem Stones and Costume Jewelry Now Open at World Charms
World Charms, which specializes in selling unique gift ideas for every occasion, has expanded product line of its Jewelry Department and separated its fashion jewelry line from its birthstone and semi-precious gem stone jewelry. For its birthstone and semi-precious gem stone jewelry store, World... - August 01, 2009 - ZeMis
Clothing Brand Announces ‘Short Sharp Summer Sale’
In a reversal of their 2008 Xmas sale early launch strategy the klever kloggs clothing brand has waited for other sales to finish before announcing their ‘Short Sharp Summer 2009 Sale.’ - August 01, 2009 - klever kloggs
Czech Republic Consulate to Host Nolcha Fashion Week: New York Designer Runway Shows
Nolcha, an organization that supports, promotes and educates emerging and independent fashion talent from around the globe, partners with Czech Republic Consulate General to host Nolcha Fashion Week: New York September 2009. - July 31, 2009 - Nolcha
Pegah Anvarian Joins Three Dots as Creative Director
Or, as she says, “Downtown just met uptown, with an L.A. twist.” - July 31, 2009 - Three Dots
Laughing Out Loud Has Announces the Launch of Their New Website
Laughing Out Loud has announced the launch of their new website at http://www.laughingoutloudkids.com. The user-friendly website offers information about the company’s history, store locations, current season designs, and events. "This site is part of an ongoing effort to take the... - July 30, 2009 - Laughing Out Loud
2009 Sofia by Vix Swimwear Collection Available at Molly Brown’s
2009 Sofia by Vix swimwear collection is now available at Molly Brown’s designer swimwear store. - July 30, 2009 - Molly Brown’s
BBJ Bangkok Releases It's Fancy Cut Gemstone Collection
The fancy cut gemstone collection from BBJ Bangkok seems to have come at the right time. Wholesale jewelry manufacturers all over the world are being hit by the global economic slump. - July 30, 2009 - BBJ Bangkok Ltd
Wholesale Gemstones, BBJ Bangkok Ltd Enters the Market
BBJ Bangkok Ltd the leading wholesale jewelry provider in Bangkok today announced the introduction of it's much awaited section related to wholesale gemstone procurement. The company will now allow buyers in the wholesale jewelry and wholesale gemstone trade to place orders for wholesale gems. The company until now accepted orders for wholesale jewelry, the introduction of the wholesale gemstone procurement activity has raised interest in global markets. - July 28, 2009 - BBJ Bangkok Ltd
Women of the World and NuU Medspa Meet to Make a Difference
Women of the World part of World Trade Center Illinois, and NuU Medspa join forces at Fashion Face Forward, Wednesday, July 22, 2009, at the Union League Club, Chicago, to promote women entrepreneurs and organizations through global relationships. Fashion Face Forward is one of the many events put... - July 23, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
High Fashion Lingerie Boutique is Now Available Online Offering Wide Range of Styles and Sizes
Opening of the online boutique of designer lingerie, nightwear and hosiery from Top Fashion Houses offering wide range of styles and sizes. Previously, designer lingerie was mainly available from the small high street boutiques supplying very limited choice of styles, colours and sizes. - July 23, 2009 - pearllagoon
Vegan Chic Reveals Eco-Friendly Choices in Men’s Footwear
Vegan Chic, a Vegan Society Certified online retail shop, prides itself on providing vegans a wide selection in eco-friendly footwear. Recently, Vegan Chic has revealed a collection of men’s shoes from popular brand Simple proving that consumers don’t have to sacrifice their... - July 23, 2009 - Vegan Chic
Innocente Seraphim 2009 Welcomes Kumiko Uehara, Fashion Designer of Baby, the Stars Shine Bright as Guest of Honor
Kumiko Uehara, Chief Fashion Designer of Baby, The Stars Shine Bright will be a Guest of Honor at Innocente Seraphim 2009, the nation’s first J-fashion and BJD convention held August 8-9, 2009 at the Westin Bellevue, in Bellevue Washington. More information can be found at... - July 22, 2009 - Valkyries, LLC
Marangoni Nights: A Big Success
Philippines' School of Fashion and the Arts (SoFA) thru its co founders Ms. Amina Aranaz-Alunan and Ms. Loralee Baron-Soong successfully launched the partnership with Istituto Marangoni last night of 17th June 2009 at Members Only The Fort. It was a well attended party with different personalities... - July 21, 2009 - TigereyeMedia Inc
Bedazzled Lingerie.com Launch a New Online Lingerie, Swimwear & Dress Store
A new online lingerie and beach wear store for the international market catering for women of all shapes and sizes who want to spice up their love lives and feel more irresistable. - July 19, 2009 - RJ Donald
Internationally Renowned Designer to Exhibit at JA New York Summer Show
Designer Nikki Sedacca will present, “Unmistakably Nikki,” her new collection showcasing the designer’s signature wire-work with its highly recognizable style. - July 19, 2009 - Nikki Sedacca enterprises, Inc.
British Designers Sought by Lingerie Retailer
Buying British is Best. This is the proud boast of online and mail order lingerie firm Wickedelic Lingerie, as they appeal to talented UK lingerie designers to contact them with their new styles. The retailer, which specialises in bedroom and special occasion wear, has seen tremendous growth over... - July 18, 2009 - Wickedelic Lingerie
Uplifting Bra Fitting Event a Success for Simply Yours & Gok Wan
Simply Yours’ first ever Above Average Underwear Event, hosted by Gok Wan and Key 103, proved to a great success for the plus size lingerie specialist, who is now looking at running further events at selected venues across the country. Guests arriving at Manchester’s Hilton found the... - July 17, 2009 - Simply Gok Wan
House of Le’Moore, an Online Vintage Boutique, Announces Its Grand Opening Sale
House of Le’Moore (www.houseoflemoore.com), a new online women’s vintage boutique announces its grand opening sale. The House of Le’Moore will hold its grand opening sale from now until July 30 2009 which will offer customers a store wide discount of 20% off of their purchases. - July 17, 2009 - House of Le'Moore
The BIG Sessions @ International DJ Expo Monday, August 10, 2009
The BIG Sessions is ramping up for a stellar crowd at the 2009 International DJ Expo from Aug. 10-13 at the Trump Taj Mahal Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City, N.J., there are so many BIG players shining throughout. Rounding up major talent including Joanna Krupa, America Olivo, Natalie Reid, Kaci Battaglia, Chris Wills, Rod Carrillo, Camel Rider, Peter Presta, Ray Roc and Lost Daze. - July 16, 2009 - Dancemusiclabel.com/Carrillo Music LLC
Glasgow Model Agency Sinclair Model Management Has Launched Event Staff Services in Glasgow
Sinclair Model Management has launched event staff services in Glasgow and across Scotland. - July 16, 2009 - Sinclair Model Management
Hauteline.com Announces a Coolchange Sarong Promotion with 20% Off This Great Summer and Beach Item and the Sexy 17 Ways to Wear It
Hauteline.com, this summer's new, stylish, creative and fun interactive shopping site by IvanaJulian, LLC presents another unique promotion with Coolchange Sarongs, the beautifully crafted and designed sarongs enjoyed by celebrities and girls and women of all ages. Hauteline launched their national... - July 15, 2009 - IvanaJuliana, LLC
Team Red Star and Saucony to Release Custom Shoes at Comicon International San Diego 2009
Custom limited-edition shoe design inspired by the groundbreaking art style of the graphic novel series, The Red Star, to be released at Comicon International San Diego 2009. - July 15, 2009 - Archangel Studios
Aryn K: a Perfect Mixture of Avant-Garde and Street Vintage
Style is defined by not just the clothes you wear, but how it is worn and how the pieces are mixed. When a woman wears Aryn K, her style is timeless, sophisticated, and evokes a sense of avant-garde and rich-street trendy. Since Aryn K. launched in the fall of 2008, the line has generated buzz,... - July 15, 2009 - Aryn K.
Designs Created by Anna Pereira Are Not Only Sexy and Fashion Forward, They Have Added Karmic Vibes
Anna Pereira the New Jersey based artist designer has been known for years and around the globe for her completely unique, custom and trendy designs. She has been hailed as the 'airbrush queen' during her former reign of Super Sexy brand custom shirts. Her style and use of bold colors and designs are completely her own. - July 15, 2009 - Anna Pereira Super Sexy LLC
Recycled Firehose Bags and Accessories at New Onlineshop
Famous German eco-friendly Feuerwear® bags and accessories made from recycled fire hose can now be purchased at www.feuerwear.com. - July 15, 2009 - Feuerwear GmbH & Co.KG
Independent Fashion Designer Erika Hendrix Set to Release F/W 2009/10 Collection on August 5, 2009
Erika Hendrix, an independent fashion designer from Germany, will be launching her fall and winter 2009/10 collection in August, but beginning July 13, pre-orders will be available on her website. - July 14, 2009 - Dream Cartel
Too Hot For Kinky Boots? Try Shoes Instead.
Wickedelic Lingerie reports that demand for boots has fallen sharply but this has been replaced by a big surge in the sales of kinky shoes. - July 11, 2009 - Wickedelic Lingerie
Visit to Legoland a Dream First Assignment from Models Direct
A trip to Legoland is a big day out for kids of all ages. But for eight year old Sophia, a recent visit to Legoland was more than just a day of fun at one of the UK's most loved theme parks, it was the start of a (http://www.modelsdirect.com/client_list.html) career in modelling. Sophia was... - July 10, 2009 - modelsdirect.com
Glasses International - New Online Prescription Glasses Business is Timely Response to Economic Climate
After a successful career in international recruitment, Polish born businesswoman Sylwia Szydlowska-Rathod launched Glasses International, an online retailer selling prescription glasses and sunglasses at a fraction of the prices most of us are used to. Sylwia’s business idea is driven by a sense of fairness, providing excellent quality while helping customers save money. “In the current economic climate saving money is on everybody’s mind and there’s resentment over high profiteering." - July 09, 2009 - Glasses International Ltd
Everybody is on the Run for Janie
With just a hammer and a 1979-penny (the owner’s birth year), Pennyroyal Silver was built on a foundation of creativity and artistic merit. Pennyroyal Silver is known for their limited edition sterling silver pieces, but can also create custom designs upon request, ranging from song lyrics and significant dates to personal drawings and family crests. Janie is the newest piece in the collection. - July 09, 2009 - Pennyroyal Studio
Models Direct: Dressing Up and Eating Ice-Cream a Dream Job for Anyone, Especially Kids
When Kodou Akinkunle from West Sussex decided to register her four year old daughter Yassin to work as a model, little did she expect that just a week later Yassin would be on set wearing designer clothes, making new friends - and eating ice cream. - July 08, 2009 - modelsdirect.com
Prive' Designer Sales Presents Elie Tahari NYC Warehouse Sale
Elie Tahari Warehouse Sale featuring women's and men's current and past season samples and stock. Wednesday, July 15 thru Sunday, July 19, 2009. - July 07, 2009 - PRIVÉ Designer Sales
East Coast Online Brazilian Bikini Store Launches New Video Featuring Several Bikinis Worn by Hollywood Stars and Sports Illustrated Models
Models who posed and wore bikinis and swimsuits for the Sports Illustrated photoshoot are shown in the magazine that has resulted in Americans searching online stores to find the brands and colors like those shown in the Sports Illustrated magazine. - July 06, 2009 - Brazilian Bikinis
JIBRI High Fashion Plus Line - Jasmine Elder of JIBRI Debuts Her Fall 09' Collection at The Art of Fashion Event in New York
The highly anticipated release of the JIBRI Fall 09' collection is finally here. Designer, Jasmine Elder, will be debuting her Fall 09' collection at The Art of Fashion event that will take place on August 1, 2009 at the Dumbo Lofts in Brooklyn, New York. This event will be hosted by Li'stA, an... - July 04, 2009 - JIBRI
The Memorial Flag - Re-Issue of September 11 Anniversary Shirt Made from 1,000 Images
Amazing new printing method turns breathtaking design into high fashion graphic t-shirt - July 03, 2009 - The Memorial Flag
TheFunkyShoe is Now Shipping Aussie Soles to All Parts of the World. All Orders for Aussie Soles Will be Shipped Directly from Australia to Anywhere in the World.
TheFunkyShoe is now Shipping Aussie Soles to all parts of the World. All Orders for Aussie Soles Products Will be Shipped Directly from Australia to Anywhere in the World by Australia Post. Orders are processed and shipped to normally arrive within 10 Days. All Aussie Soles(TM) Products, ordered... - July 03, 2009 - TheFunkyShoe.com
Shock & Oar Gains US Trademark Protection
Australian nautical and leisure wear brand, Shock & Oar, has achieved Trademark protection status in the United States of America. The official recognition of the West Australian owned brand means its distinctive name and logo is legally protected against counterfeit copies in the... - July 03, 2009 - Shock and Oar