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November 20, 2007 · Filed under Apparel, Fashion Line
Stunning catwalker Lily Cole is to be the new face of British retailer Marks & Spencer’s new high-end Limited Collection, which goes on sale from January.
The flame haired 19-year-old will publicize the women’s clothing range alongside other high profile M&S ladies such as Erin O’Connor, Twiggy, Myleene Klass, and Noemie Lenoir. “Her striking beauty goes without saying and her commitment to environmental issues makes for a great partnership with M&S,” said chain’s chief executive Stuart Rose.
The new M&S womenswear range showcases Techno Craft designs with deep colours and tribal prints, ankle-length maxi suits, fitted macs and tailored casualwear. Also, something new to M&S is the prettier high waisted silver denim, skinny jeans, wide-legged jeans and short shorts.
Lily was discovered at 14 by a fashion scout and signed on with Storm Models - the same agency known for having supermodel Kate Moss on its books. Lily got her big break two years later when she appeared as the youngest UK model on British Vogue. Her net worth now rumoured to be around $22.7 million.
Lily Cole joined a degree course at Cambridge University in October and is said to be going easy on her modelling gigs.
The teenage sensation is famous in the fashion circuits of Milan, Paris and New York, where she has modeled for some of the biggest names in fashion. She is also known for being a patron of the Trees for Cities charity and she recently wrote the foreword for Tamsin Blanchard’s book ‘Green Is The New Black’, a book about ethical shopping.
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November 20, 2007 · Filed under Apparel, Shopping / Online
The typical T-shirt originated nearly a century ago and is well on its way to becoming the most enduring casual apparel of time as well as a way to make a statement. Whether it’s a rock concert, a peace march or even a major corporate event, you’ll surely find a T-shirt to commemorate the event. The winter doesn’t keep the T-shirt away either; we simply cover the tee with a sweat or a thermal. Whether you’re a celebrity or an ordinary mortal like me, the T-shirt has become a part of our lifestyle.
The phenomenal growth in popularity of the T-shirt culture has fuelled the launch of online wholesale companies–and wholesaledirectusa.com is one such that offers a range to suit any taste, style or size. It offers wholesale shirts at factory direct prices, whether it be Hood Urban, Saad Urban, sweatshirts, polo shirts, fleece jackets or ladies tees, Baby Doll Junior Miss, night/beach shirts or kids shirts. While the sizes range from small and X-large to 8x, the wide array of colors available are appropriate for any mood or preferences.
A quick look at their Price and Inventory Chart reveals the competitiveness of the company. The wholesale prices start at $18 per dozen for the SAAD T-Shirts (White Small) and the highest rate is for the HOOD/SAAD/NY T-Shirts (Long Sleeve 2XL-6XL), at $38 per dozen. Order 20+ dozens (or 3+ cases) or 40+ dozens (or 6+ cases), and you stand to advantage of the special rates. Sizing measurement charts are also provided on the site for the various brands.
Wholesaledirectusa.com has an extremely user friendly interface for search. For instance, if you know what type/brand of shirt you want, but not sure about what sizes are available or the color, just click on your choice in the section ‘Search by Type’, and you’ll be presented with a page featuring images of the shirts available in different colors, weights as well as prices by the dozen. You can also search size and color. There’s also a facility for ‘Search by Recommended’, from where you can view various types/designs of shirts in all available sizes and colors.
While WholesaleDirectUSA has successfully launcheding Saad and Hood USA Hip Hop T-shirts on the Internet, you can soon expect to see top brands like Galaxy and Harlem T-Shirts at low bulk wholesale prices. WholesaleDirectUSA claims that its own brand ‘Hood USA’ thick and heavy T-shirts satisfy a niche market and have been received very well by the consumer who doen’t wish to shell out top dollars for famous labels.
WholesaleDirectUSA is a sister company of SuperiorRugs.com, SuperiorImporters.com, Compu-soft.com, and MaximumDecor.com.
November 18, 2007 · Filed under Cosmetics, Skin 'n' Nails, Stayin' Young
Disarming Diane Lane is brand ambassador for Neutrogena’s latest anti-aging product Healthy Skin Rejuvenator.
Following in the footsteps of Jennifer Garner, Lane will appear in TV commercials first and then in print advertisements.
“I believe in uncomplicated, healthy beauty products that work–and to me that is what Neutrogena is all about,” said Lane. “I have used the products for years, so I feel a real connection to the brand. I’m truly excited to be a part of the Neutrogena team.”
“Neutrogena is about straightforward, technologically-advanced skincare products that help consumers to look and feel their healthy best. Diane Lane epitomizes our mission through her candid, relevant voice and innate beauty,” said Jim Colleran, President, Neutrogena(R) U.S. “We are truly excited about this new partnership.”
Oscar-nominated for her role in ‘Unfaithful’, Lane, 42, is a versatile actress who’s been acting since the age of six, and has starred in several notable films such as ‘The Perfect Storm’, ‘Under the Tuscan Sun’ and ‘Hollywoodland’. Lane will be seen next early next year in the Sony movie ‘Untraceable’, where she plays an FBI agent in the search of a web savvy serial killer. Another warner Bros film, ‘Nights in Rodanthe’ in which Lane will star opposite Richard Gere, is scheduled for a mid-2008 release.
Neutrogena, a worldwide leader in the development of highly effective dermatologist-recommended skincare and cosmetics, is a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson. Their products are distributed in more than 70 countries.
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November 18, 2007 · Filed under General, Shopping / Online
Gambling has always been a glamour ’sport’ and no less so to Hollywood. You see top celebs who are well known in poker circuits. Ben Affleck, Bruce Willis, Jason Giambi, Ryan Seacrest and Pamela Anderson are just a few of the glitterati who frequent poker parlors in the casinos of Las Vegas. And the trend has spread to celebrities visiting online casinos as well.
Recently a major online casino launched a celebrity online poker tournament where the stars will be playing poker against players registered via the website. Internet Celebrity Bingo is becoming a rage, attracting the likes of Hollywood stars such as Elle Macpherson and Mariah Carey. Online gambling is here to stay
Online casinos are just as versatile and exciting as the traditional ones, but if you’re relatively new to online gambling, perhaps visiting a casino portal may be a good idea. Pro360 online casino provides a wealth of information on the best online casinos on the Web today. The reviews are designed to save you time by providing important pointers to what these casinos offer, their reliability and trustworthiness.
You’ll find over 75 of the best online casinos which feature blackjack, craps, slots, roulette, bingo, backgammon, sports betting and poker. Each of these sites are also listed in a tabular form with with tabulated rankings of maximum bonus, certificates, editor ratings, player ratings and a full review of the site.
The review pages are where you find important decion making information about the casinos. Te reviews generally discuss a brief history of the casino, ease of software installation, deposit methods, graphics, gaming ease, speed, withdrawals and notes on the casino’s reputation.
Moreover, on the reviews page, you’ll also find the overall score (based on editor and player opinions), game experience, trust score, security, promotions, software, max bonus and reasons to play.
On pro360.com, you’ll also find valuable tips on what to look for while browsing online casinos, such as sign up bonuses (and when do you actually get them), promos, loyalty programs which let you exchange your points for cash, etc.
Does the casino have a loyalty program? Many online casinos have incentive programs which let you can earn points depending on how often you play. The accumulated points can be exchanged for cash.
All your research will be your yardstick to choose the casino that most appeals to you. However, apart from gaming options, you’ll still need to know your rights–so make sure to read the fine print. Try and get referrals from people you know. Lastly, don´t be tricked by fairy tale promotions and think with your head rather than with your heart.
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November 17, 2007 · Filed under Fragrances, Fragrances - Female
Katherine Heigl has signed on to be the new face of Nautica’s My Voyage perfume.
The Knocked Up star has already filmed the sea-faring photo shoot on a yacht off the coast of Long Beach, California for the campaign.
Katherine has adopted a new bob hairstyle for the ads, and admitted she loves her new look. She says, “I so want to cut my hair this way. I think it’s so chic! I’ve had long hair for so long.”
“We are delighted to collaborate with Nautica and spokesmodel Katherine Heigl to introduce the new women’s fragrance,” said CEO of Coty Bernd Beetz. “Katherine is beautiful, graceful and an inspiring actress who best personifies the values of the Nautica brand.”
“I am thrilled to work with Coty and Nautica on this new fragrance campaign,” Heigl said in a statement. “Partnering with these two highly successful companies makes this a very exciting and rewarding experience for me.”
Golden Globe-nominated actress Katherine Heigl, who plays intern Dr. Isobel “Izzie” Stevens on ABC dramedy Grey’s Anatomy is also staying busy planning her upcoming wedding to singer Josh Kelley.
November 16, 2007 · Filed under Apparel, Beauty, Fashion Line, Shopping / Online
On your stellar night, will you be ready to join the stars? If the current trend in celebrity-inspired fashion wear is any indication, it’s time to get ready for your prom night like you belong on the big screen!
Let me give you a tip, albeit an obvious one: Go all out for glamour. It’s your night like no one else’s, so show off your style. Turn heads with sparkling silhouttes of plunging neck and back lines or strapless dresses with floating layers, the tallest heels and the most striking hairdos. Choose from some fantastic range preferred by the world’s most famous glamour girls.
Is it going to be the belted silk fuchsia Oscar de la Renta column dress favored by Jessica Biel or the jewel encrusted crepe satin verga want that Rachel Weisz wore to this year’s Oscars? What about Reese Witherspoon’s amethyst multi-tiered Nina Ricci?
Groundbreaking designs. Gorgeous details. And the greatest names in fashion design. Promgirl.net brings all this in the best of prom dresses 2008, including quinceanera gowns, pageant and homecoming dresses at prices you wouldn’t think twice about!
Jovani Prom Dresses, Clarisse, Mori Lee, Paris by Tony Bowls, Mauri Simone, Faviana, Scala Prom, Tiffany, Alyce and Riva are just a few of the top names featured on the site. View the thumbnails of the full range of prom dresses of each of the designers, click to view the larger image, check the size listing, and you’re ready to make it yours with a simple online purchase. (Not sure how to take your measurement? One click will provide you with a size chart with instructions to measure yourself.)
Promgirl.net has an amazing selection of celebrity-inspired prom dresses. Did you like the beautiful silk satin prom dress that Kate Hudson made famous in “How to Lose a Guy in 10 days”? Designed by Clarisse, the low back gown with a silk satin skim is offered in more than a dozen colors.
Designs by Faviana include sleek column prom dresses to soft “A” line skirts to full-skirted ball gowns, alongside reproductions of the Oscar dresses of top celebrites (including Biel, Weisz and Witherspoon mentioned above). Faviana’s “must have” gowns are created in stretch matte jersey, soft silk chiffon, creamy satin and rich lace overlays and tulle.
Chief designer at Jovani, Sherri Hill has a keen eye for classic elegance, and Jovani prom dresses are known for just that. The collection ranges from sophisticated and sexy prom dresses to beautiful and unique gowns. You’ll find some of the hottest prom dresses from Jovani. By the way, Jovani also has the favorite design of Charlize Theron, with thin spaghetti straps, and a lovely heart shape neckline.
Fan of Jennifer Lopez? The J Lo prom dress, created by Alyce Designs, is “maid” with you in mind. This gorgeous prom gown is created with high quality silk chiffon, and is sure to highlight your natural body shape. Perfect for dancing–and showing off! Check out a number of Alyce prom dresses as well.
Promgirl.net makes your prom experience complete with availability of other dresses and accessories such as jewelry for prom, quinceañera gowns, Spanx, bridesmaids, homecoming dresses, shoes, broaches and pins. Be sure to sign up for notices of any clearance sale where you may be able to find a gem of a bargain.
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People often think of refurbishing the office furniture and once in a blue moon, the dining room furniture gets updated, too. But when it comes to children, the ones who are not the first born, are often stuck with the old ‘leftover’ baby furniture.
November 15, 2007 · Filed under Fashion Line
Supermodel Claudia Schiffer is back in modeling for her ‘mentor’ Chanel boss Karl Lagerfield fronting a new campaign for Chanel’s ready-to-wear spring/summer 2008 collection.
With this campaign, Schiffer replaces Freja Beha Erichsen as Chanel’s face, but industry experts expected that Coco Rocha, would be the latest face to front Chanel.
Karl Lagerfeld picked Schiffer to be the face of the company 20 years ago, a deal which brought instant fame to the supermodel, reports the Daily Mail. The 37-year-old German model finished a three-day photo shoot for the colection in St Tropez in the South of France.
Schiffer was seen posing on the beach in an array of of outfits, including a see-through gown, a flared cat suit covered in stars as well as a tightly fitting blue jacket. She even got creative enough to hold an artist’s palette and paint the word Chanel on the bare of a male model.
The 36-year-old supermodel and actress stormed the fashion scene as one of the most successful world supermodels with more than 500 covers inluding Elle, Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Cosmopolitan. Schiffer set catwalks on fire wearing only the most prestigious designer names such as Versace, Jil Sander, D&G and Valentino. Her contracts as the face of cosmetic giants Revlon, L’Oreal and Pepsi were worth at least two million dollars each.
November 14, 2007 · Filed under Apparel, Sports
Soccer superstar David Beckham has been tapped by Giorgio Armani to launch Emporio Underwear collection in the U.S.
Beckham has signed a three-year royalty-based $40 million deal to be the global face the brand’s Emporio underwear collection. The contract gives the 32-year-old Los Angeles Galaxy player an annual fee plus royalties and is unprecedented for any sportsman.
This will be the second time Beckham working with Armani. In 2002, Armani outfitted the entire English football team, and Beckham was a top member. The “Emporio SS08″ underwear campaign range has come after the former England captain’s contracts with Vodafone and Gillette came to an end this year.
“David has a long-standing friendship with Giorgio Armani and he was excited at the chance of linking up with him on a permanent basis,” a source told PEOPLE. “Not only does he get a set fee but he shares in future royalties.
“The personal relationship was definitely instrumental in this deal. David and Giorgio get on very well so it was very much Giorgio’s personal choice. But Armani also see this as a sound business decision - few individuals have a truly global reach that can match David’s.”
The ad campaign, scheduled to break out in fashion magazines worldwide in January, was being shot late last week in Los Angeles with Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott.
Meanwhile, Beckham will continue with his running contracts with Adidas, Pepsi, Motorola and perfume maker Coty.
Fans may recall that Beckham left Real Madrid in July to join LA Galaxy in a $260m, five-year contract.
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November 13, 2007 · Filed under General, Home
Hollywood actress Jennifer Garner has kicked off a charge against influenza after signing up to become the spokesperson for the American Lung Association’s Influenza Prevention Program.
The 35-year-old Juno actress, who was named ‘Woman of the Year’ by Glamour earlier this month, said women play an important role in the family, and it’s their job to care of those they love.
“That’s why I make sure my family is protected against influenza,” Jennifer added. “Look around, and you’ll see someone in your life who should receive an influenza vaccination. There’s the couple with young children, like my husband and I, or your parents, who are over 50 years of age, or your friend who will be pregnant during influenza season.
“It’s also likely you know someone living with a serious medical condition, like asthma, COPD, heart disease, or diabetes. My own father has heart complications.”
Ignorance about influenza has led to people taking it lightly. Reports show that every year roughly 226,000 people in the U.S. alone are hospitalized and an average of 36,000 die from the disease and its complications. Two-thirds of Americans are advised to get the flu-shot, but most don’t take it largely due to the unawareness.
“As one of the many Faces of Influenza, you and I and those close to us need to get vaccinated,” Jennifer says.
The Alias star - who has a 22-month old daughter, Violet, with husband Ben Affleck - has been recognized as a model of how to combine a successful career with a happy family life in style.
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November 11, 2007 · Filed under Lingerie
Barely weeks after launching her own fragrance ‘Kelly Brook’, the model and TV celebrity is back in the news–this time for her new ‘flirty’ lingerie collection created for New Look.
The Strictly Come Dancing star posed for cameras with models at a store on London’s Oxford Street last week to promote her new intimates range. The new designs have a festive touch to them with cheeky and flirty 50s style twists with polka dot trims and pretty bows decorating sexy satin and cute checks.
“Glamorous, fun but well-fitted lingerie is my wardrobe essential. My new lingerie collection for New Look will add a sparkle to your festive wardrobe,” Kelly, 27, said. “The pink polka dot bra and thong is my hot favourite.”
The 16-piece range, which includes thongs, briefs, bras and basques, has hit 60 New Look stores. The collection is offered in UK sizes 6-18, and prices start at £6 ($12.50) for thongs and corsets for £20 ($41.80).
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