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Join the Barbie's birthday bash in May!
... 'Barbie' celebrates her 50th anniversary globally. The fashion icon will throw a grand birthday bash at Beijing's China Century Monument this upcoming Labor Day holiday in May.By the time, Chinese fans of Barbie will be able to see a big display of about 2000 Barbie dolls from 139 collections including Princess, Wedding, Holiday angel and Hollywood series.As a reflection of fashion trend, pop cul... |
Obama girls name their new puppy 'Bo'
...s Saturday night.The dog is a gift from Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, D-Mass., who owns several Portuguese water dogs himself."We couldnt be happier to see the joy that Bo is bringing to Malia and Sasha," Kennedy said in a statement. "We love our Portuguese water dogs and know that the girls — and their parents — will love theirs, too."The Washington Post reported in its online editions Saturday night t... |
NYC marks 400th anniversary of Dutch arrival
...is ship Half Moon up a river that would one day bear his name, historians are marking his role in the evolution of a tiny Dutch trading post into a world capital called New York. The activity includes exhibits by the Museum of the City of New York and the New-York Historical Society, a recreation of the Half Moon's voyage of discovery up the Hudson, and scores of events here and in the Netherlands... |
US first lady falls in love with Prague
...bama, to whom she presented a gift of Czech glassware. In return, she said, she got "a nice American vase."Did they talk politics on a day that buzzed with reports of a Pyongyang rocket launch?"Yes, a little bit -- we had to," Klausova said.The two presidential wives spent two hours touring the Jewish Quarter's synagogues and unique cemetery. Their visit included a stop at the Pinkas synagogu... |
Cby spring/summer fashion rules create a unique look
...who is always looking for new ideas. The blazer adopts a new image, with ultra-light padding that keeps the body warm, but is almost imperceptible. Biker jackets show a rock-chic soul that is softened by a touch of linen and adorned with surprising details for the most discerning. Increasingly, parkas are a sign of freedom, especially in the new version with short sleeves and central, “pouch-style... |
Miley Cyrus: 'I won't end up like Britney Spears or Lindsay Lohan'
...e was a bottle of vodka in my gift bag."No one cared that they were giving this to a 12-year-old."Of her romance with 20-year-old model Justin Gaston, Miley adds, "I don't feel like I'm doing anything wrong, and I'm ready for people to accept it."My fans already accept it - they just want me to be happy. And I haven't been that happy in a few years ... working so hard, moving to L.A. from Nashvill... |
Gourmet guide to great sex
...im, and vice versa. “The best ideas are things that last – almost making foreplay into a game. “Try some of these ideas for a change from the normal rubbing and kissing moves.” Concentrate on the less obvious body parts “Instead of going straight for each other’s genitals, take the time to awaken and explore other erogenous zones, such as the neck, nipples, back of the knees. “Do this by stroking ... |
FIT to salute Saks CEO Steve Sadove at benefit gala
...he ability to cultivate their ideas and creativity." As a special feature of this year's gala, twenty FIT students majoring in Accessories Design have been invited to demonstrate their creativity and talent to interpret black pumps, donated by Saks, as New York landmarks, such as the Empire State Building or the Brooklyn Bridge, using CRYSTALLIZED - Swarovski Elements. The shoes was on display thr... |
Giorgio Armani & Albert Wolsky to dress Clive Owen for ‘Duplicity’
...sky. Albert has that rarified gift for being able to make clothing a leading character in a film. Combine that with dressing Clive in a romantic caper—and that really becomes movie magic for a fashion designer."Owen returned the compliment. "When Tony Gilroy said to me the brief for this movie is 'You have to look great,' the first thing I did was call Giorgio and ask him to do my clothes. And I h... |
US economy fuels gold rush
...their jewelry, which included gifts from ex-husbands and boyfriends who no longer inspired fond memories, 1960s cocktail rings that a man gave to his wife before they divorced, and a souvenir from a high school trip to Russia. "Somebody at a party last week had a pre-engagement ring from her boyfriend before her husband, and her 14-year-old daughter wanted the ring, and she said, `If your father e... |
Ritratti among the best Italian brands at Immagine Italia
o. has become a national and international event, thanks to the participation and to the praise of both exhibitors and visitors coming from all over the world.Ritratti offers a unique line of innovative swimwear and lingerie. The Ritratti brand was created with the intention of interpreting women much as a painter, an artist of a poet would, depicting their most intimate qualities. Ritratti... |
Freeport to feature more fashion stores
...T, and the very popular local gift emporium—THE MAINE DOG. In keeping with the developer's plan to incorporate lifestyle components into the center, a new LINDA BEAN'S PERFECT MAINE LOBSTER ROLL is the first restaurant to be announced.With a May 2009 completion expected, visitors to Freeport are already remarking on the dynamic architectural features and impressive steel beam structure of Freeport... |
Tiffany to open outlet in Amsterdam
...ger and Frank Gehry; watches; gifts and accessories."Opening our first store in Amsterdam is another indication of our optimism about Tiffany's substantial long-term growth potential throughout Europe," said Melvyn Kirtley, group vice president, Tiffany & Co. Europe. "Our prominent location in Amsterdam's most desirable shopping area provides us with the ideal environment for introducing every... |
How can jewelers coax in more shoppers?
...ts for shoppers."All of these ideas began as discussions with consumers," Rose said.Chief among the ideas was the concept that jewelers should welcome, rather than snub, consumers who come into the store just to browse. Some of these non-buyers might come back on their own to buy, while others might deploy a husband or boyfriend to go back and close the deal. The important thing to remember about ... |
Parental love & appreciation inspire Thanks Dad's new apparel line
...d' products are a distinctive gift idea for any parent - unparalleled in simplicity and exceptional in concept. "I was inspired to create 'Thanks Dad' following the death of my father in October, 2007," said CEO Tom Kiddoo. "Snapshots of our time together take me back to a place where my dad and I were the only people in the world that mattered. Whether on a crowded beach, ski slope or playground,... |
Coldwater Creek Announces Fourth Quarter & Full Year 2008 Results
... retailer of women's apparel, gifts, jewelry, andaccessories. The company sells its merchandise through premium retailstores across the country, online at coldwatercreek.com and through itscatalogs. CAUTIONARY STATEMENT REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION: This news release contains "forward-looking statements" within themeaning of the securities laws, includi... |
Which watch brands do Obama, Biden wear?
...st act as president. It was a gift for Obama's 46th birthday, and it came from the Secret Service employees' store at the agency's headquarters in Washington, D.C., according to a report in The Times of London.Though the Secret Service employees' store is not open to the public, the Obama watch--without the Secret Service shield--can be purchased from the manufacturer, Jorg Gray. It is called the ... |
Reebok introduces Smoothfit Technology for NHL Player Jerseys
...es the organization’s 100th anniversary. Additionally, the three stars etched on the players’ sleeves commemorate the three most-recent NHL All-Star games held in Montreal. The jerseys also were constructed with the latest in performance fabrics currently used in the Reebok EDGE Uniform System. These fabrics have been strategically placed or “mapped†throughout the uniform to maximize the ... |
Tissu Premier - two profitable days for fashion industry
...s solutions and services, new ideas and creativity, trends and information, so that manufacturers, designers and creators can offer their end-customers answers to their fashion market demands.Two profitable days in which you can show your optimism by raising your glass (not halfempty but half-full)!Expo ULTRA-WHITEThe 10th Expo Designers welcome visitors at the top of the stairs, promoting THE whi... |
115 companies to introduce hottest new products at Toronto Imprint
...s industry celebrates its 9th anniversary Friday January 9 and Saturday January 10, 2009 at the Toronto Congress Centre.More than 115 leading suppliers will introduce their hottest new products during this two-day event. Showcasing the newest releases in promotional apparel, along with exciting new ad specialty hardgoods and the latest technological advances in embroidery, screen printing and digi... |
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