Last year, the event was branded with Mercedes-Benz and is now called the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. Due to the recession, the Fall 2009 has been financially challenging for the designers, yet they managed to cut costs which made the event remarkable in the history of New York Fashion Week.

An American fashion designer who designed for Marc by Marc Jacobs, Donna Karan and other big time fashion designers before launching his own line came up with a new line exclusive for fall this year.

Award-winning designer Richard Chai has created an exclusive, limited-edition collection for Original Penguin, the classic American lifestyle brand. “Richard Chai for Original Penguin” will debut as a teaser Spring 2011 collection at the upcoming Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York, with a full collection available for Fall 2011. The line is inspired by iconic Original Penguin pieces re-envisioned by Chai in his signature style of elegant tailoring infused with a shot of color and splash of wit.

“I’m very excited to be designing with Original Penguin,” says Richard Chai. “I love the idea of searching Penguin’s archives for classic vintage pieces to be reworked in a completely unique way.”

The Spring 2011 offering of six to eight unique pieces will be featured during the Richard Chai Menswear fashion show in New York City this September. This teaser capsule will offer a sophisticated spin on signature Original Penguin pieces – classic polo knits reworked into ombre stripes, with interesting rib details, and cotton cardigans adorned with graphic prints and trims. Priced between $95 and $150, these pieces will be available in stores February 2011.

The complete Fall 2011 collection, to be unveiled in stores September 2011, will offer close to 25 unique pieces priced at $95 for knits, to $400 for outerwear. This collection will showcase Chai’s fashion artistry, classic tailoring, love of quirky prints, and downtown sensibility.

“Richard and Original Penguin share an aesthetic – smart, classic clothes with a touch of modern whimsy,” says Ann Payne, Creative Director of Original Penguin. “Richard is creating for us something totally new, while at the same time staying true to the roots of our heritage brand.”

The “Richard Chai for Original Penguin” Spring teaser and the Fall 2011 collection will be available at OriginalPenguin.com, Original Penguin brick-and-mortar stores and select luxury retailers throughout the United States and Europe.

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He put up a shoe shop with his wife Hilda Carlson. To fulfill his dream of having his own department store, they expanded and now they are offering designer clothing, handbags, accessories and jewelry, cosmetics and fragrances, and even home furnishings in some branches.

As the store expanded in size, several establishments were added in 1979. They set the trend in having an espresso bar in their stores. Today, they call it the “eBar”, offering a few snacks and hot drinks to customers. This high-end department store  has branches in twenty-eight states, the number of which reaches almost 200.

Leading fashion specialty retailer Nordstrom opened the doors to its new 122,000 square foot store in Santa Monica, Calif.  today at Santa Monica Place. The three-level store features a great mix of clothing, accessories, shoes and cosmetics for women, men and children.

Nordstrom at Santa Monica Place also offers services to enhance the shopping experience. These amenities include in-store alterations and tailor shop, certified bra and prosthesis fitters, and Personal Stylist — a complimentary wardrobe and shopping service. The store will also feature two food offerings: a Blue Stove restaurant and an espresso bar.

In advance of the store’s official opening, more than 1,500 guests attended a sold out gala on Wednesday night hosted by Nordstrom. The event raised more than $150,000 for Chrysalis and Children’s Institute, Inc. Actress Angie Harmon served as the event’s honorary chair and customers enjoyed an intimate performance by Grammy-winning songwriter and entertainer Michael Buble.

Opening day began at 8 a.m. with the Nordstrom Beauty Bash. Shoppers learned about the newest cosmetics and fragrances for the fall season, and enjoyed complimentary skincare consultations and makeup lessons from Nordstrom beauty advisors. Customers were greeted inside the doors by lines of enthusiastically cheering employees when the store opened at 10 a.m.

“Our employees can’t wait to serve customers here in Santa Monica and offer them a great shopping experience,” said Marcille Hughes, Nordstrom Santa Monica Place store manager. “We are thrilled to join Santa Monica Place, which combined with Third Street Promenade is a great shopping destination.”

Nordstrom, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading fashion specialty retailers, with 196 stores located in 28 states.  Founded in 1901 as a shoe store in Seattle, today Nordstrom operates 115 full-line stores, 78 Nordstrom Racks, two Jeffrey boutiques and one clearance store.  Nordstrom also serves customers through its online presence at www.nordstrom.com and through its catalogs.  Nordstrom, Inc. is publicly traded on the NYSE under the symbol JWN.

CONTACT:
Kristen Gonzales
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(714) 376-5338

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Whether it’s a movie, television or music event, we focus more on what is happening on the red carpet, instead of focusing on what is happening inside. The style, the glamor, the prestige — these are the things that make red carpet “the red carpet”.

Top Hollywood designers and stylists are busy months before the big events. They figure out what works well with the celebrity’s personality. They carefully plan the details, from fabric to style, from shows to accessories.

While the gowns varied in style and color, A-list television stars opted for classic elegance at the Primetime Emmy Awards tonight wearing platinum jewelry. Whether it was a pair of stud earrings with brilliant white diamonds as seen on Kim Kardashian, or stacked cuff bracelets with colored gemstones on Kyra Sedgwick, platinum transcended all jewelry trends, making our favorite stars stand out on the red carpet. Not only is platinum the highest quality metal, but its natural white color also maximizes the brilliance of diamonds and colored gemstones. It’s no wonder why many of Hollywood’s most notable style icons from the past also chose platinum for their red carpet jewelry – including Marilyn Monroe, Jackie O., Elizabeth Taylor and Grace Kelly.

Following is a list of stars that celebrated tonight’s achievements in PLATINUM:

• Lea Michele: Platinum and multi-colored mesh diamond necklace, two platinum and champagne diamond bracelets, and a pair of platinum and champagne diamond stud earrings (10 carats) by Lorraine Schwartz.
• Emily Blunt: Platinum and diamond bangle, platinum and diamond ring, platinum and diamond flower hair pin, and a pair of platinum and diamond stud earrings by Lorraine Schwartz. Emily’s jewelry complemented her platinum engagement ring and wedding band by Neil Lane.
• Kim Kardashian: Platinum cuff with champagne and white diamonds (80 carats), platinum and diamond stud earrings (15 carats), platinum and diamond pinky ring (8 carats), and platinum and diamond hair pins by Lorraine Schwartz.
• January Jones: Platinum and diamond stud earrings (10.12 carats of flawless diamonds), and a platinum and yellow diamond ring by Cartier.
• Kelly Osbourne: Platinum bracelets with black and white diamonds, and a pair of platinum earrings with black diamonds (14 carats each) by Martin Katz.
• Amy Poehler: Platinum and diamond drop earrings, bracelet and ring by Stephen Russell.
• Julie Bowen: Platinum and diamond stud earrings and bracelets by Neil Lane.
• Dianna Agron: Platinum earrings with 246 brilliant-cut diamonds and 2 briolette diamonds (2.54 carats) by Cartier.
• Jessalyn Gilsig: Platinum and brown diamond ring (8 carats) by Chopard.
• Elisabeth Moss: Platinum and diamond earrings (33 carats), two bracelets (179 carats total), and two rings by Chopard.
• Tina Fey: Platinum and black diamond tassel bracelet by Lorraine Schwartz.
• Kyra Sedgwick: Platinum bracelets with multi-colored gemstones, platinum ring with rubellite (60 carats) and diamonds, and a pair of blackened platinum drop earrings by Ofira.
• Lauren Graham: Blackened platinum and diamond star earrings, platinum and diamond bangle, two platinum and diamond rings, and a platinum ring with black agate and diamonds by Ofira.
• Heather Morris: Platinum and diamond stud earrings, and bracelet by Kwiat.
• Cheryl Hines: Platinum and diamond bracelet (37 carats) by Chopard.
• Jenna Fisher: Platinum and natural rough diamond ring (45.61 carats) by Diamond In The Rough.
• Keri Russell: Platinum jewelry by Cathy Waterman.
• Jennifer Carpenter: Two platinum and diamonds bracelets, and drop earrings by Martin Katz.
• Connie Britton: Platinum and diamond earrings, lariat necklace, and cocktail ring by Neil Lane.
• Holland Taylor: Platinum and diamond earrings (9 carats) by Chopard.

About Platinum Jewelry

Platinum is the ideal choice for bridal and fashion jewelry because it holds diamonds and precious gemstones more securely than any other metal. It is not only the highest quality metal, but its density makes it one of the most durable and enduring precious metals. Platinum is also naturally white, unlike white gold, which means it will not cast any tint onto a diamond or gemstone, allowing the stone’s genuine color to sparkle brightly. Platinum is also pure and hypoallergenic, making it ideal for sensitive skin.

To learn more about platinum jewelry and to view jewelry styles at a variety of price points, please visit www.preciousplatinum.com.

SOURCE Platinum Guild International

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Thinning of hair, especially for women, is definitely a big deal.  We think of our hair as our crowning glory.  It is one element in helping us to look pretty, or stylish, which is why we spend a lot more time and money on our hair than men.  Isn’t it true that most men are content with just having a plain haircut, unless they are especially vain? On the other hand, women often think about hairstyles that will perfectly suit the shape of their faces.  It is a lot more complicated for us, you know!  So, just imagine how it feels to start to lose your hair.  It can affect our confidence as it has an impact on our appearance and self-image.

Take me for example. When I was a child, I had always been admired because of my long, beautiful, black hair.  However, when I was in high school, I remember hating it because it was so thick that it was hard having it in a pony tail.  I entered the nursing course when I got into college so we were required to put our hair into a bun each time we went on duty or even into class. It was the start of my hair fall. And now, I am only 20 years old.  A part of my scalp is already very visible and each time I brush my hair, there are a lot of strands that come out at the same time.  My boyfriend would often tease me about this.  But, that is okay.  On the positive side, it makes me realize that even if there are a lot of pretty girls with beautiful hair, he still chooses to be by my side. Am I right? Moving on, I am really bothered by how awful it looks so I try different products that could help regrow my hair.  Now, I only wish that I did not hate what I had back then, previously when I thought i had too much hair.  How about you? Are you also having a hair problem like this? Let me share the following information with you.  I hope  it helps!

World renowned hair loss expert, Dr. Larry Shapiro, announced the release of his new book, Fight Hair Loss and Win! and says that Elin Nordegren is not alone when it comes to hair loss as a result of stress. Shapiro says millions of women and men are experiencing the same and that heightened levels of stress, popular nutritional supplements, hormonal imbalances and many other unsuspecting factors are now linked to hair loss.

“Over the last few decades of observing and talking to thousands of patients, I became increasingly suspicious of certain supplements, lifestyle factors and hormones that contributed to their hair loss whether they were pre-genetically disposed to hair loss or not,” said Dr. Shapiro, hair transplant surgeon. “I became so convinced that whey protein isolate was part of the problem, that I did my own study comparing different whey protein sources.

In his new book, Dr. Shapiro’s addresses why whey protein isolate, a form of whey protein widely used in many weight loss products and meal replacement formulas causes a hormonal imbalance of testosterone. While this might be effective for muscle building, the side effect is hair loss due to the conversion of the spike in testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT).

“It makes perfect sense. Many of the FDA approved drug treatments for hair loss specifically target and block DHT receptors that cause hair to fall out,” Shapiro added.

In addition, the book is chock full of practical tips on how to overcome and reverse hair loss that is caused by stress, which triggers a cascade of hormones that can wreak havoc on your hair follicles as is what most likely happened in Elin’s case.  ”Here you have a perfectly healthy, young woman who has been under a great deal of stress. Her body reacted by creating a hormonal imbalance that triggered insomnia, weight loss and hair loss. The good news is that anyone experiencing this type of hair loss can reverse their situation rather quickly if they provide the nutrients the body needs to stimulate the follicles to grow new hair and balance the body’s hormonal levels out again and we show you how to do that in my book,” Shapiro added.

For more information go to www.drshapiroshairinstitute.com.

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On another note, beauty is also something that people are not always satisfied with, especially women!  Are you one?  Well, I must admit I am not that satisfied but I cannot imagine myself undergoing reconstructive surgery.  This dissatisfaction is probably one of the reasons why cosmetic surgery is booming.  Don’t you think?  People just cannot accept that they are beautiful as they are. At one point, they would like to look like this, and on another occasion, they would like to look differently.  Say for example during the summer, many people are spending time under the sun just to get tanned.  For people like me who really love going to the beach, getting a tan is so easy.  Some do it artificially. Unfortunately, there are consequences that come along with getting tanned.  So my advice is, as far as possible, just be content with what God has given you.

With Labor Day fast-approaching and the summer sun almost a thing of the past, women and men across the United States will be in search of fall’s must-have skin renewal system to repair and reverse UV damage. According to Dr. Adam Geyer, Kiehl’s Since 1851 Consulting Dermatologist, and instructor in clinical dermatology at Columbia University in New York City, “When tans fade, people start to see the remnants of summer, including dark spots, uneven skin tone, blotchiness, and fine lines and wrinkles, and that is just what’s on the skin’s surface. Under the surface there is invisible damage that can and will manifest into what is seen on the upper layer of the dermis.”

Treating photo-damage (due to UV damage, acne scarring, aging, hormonal changes and lack of moisture) takes diligence, and when seeking products to address hyperpigmentation, three key concerns include blocking the melanin production, disabling the melanin transfer, and lastly, blocking melanin retention. This September, Kiehl’s will introduce Photo-Age Corrector (http://www.kiehls.com/Photo-Age/face-photo-age,default,sc.html) a range of four products, clinically proven to reveal healthier, brighter skin, reverse dark spots and even out overall discoloration in as little as four weeks. Targeting major melanin triggers with safe, natural and effective skin brighteners, use of the Photo-Age Corrector High-Potency Spot Treatment as part of a daily routine will maximize the results—smoother, more radiant, and even-toned skin—by lessening visible sun spots, as well as regulating the future production of pigment, and therefore invisible damage that is beginning to form below the skin’s surface.

Although post-summer is the ideal opportunity to kickoff skin’s repair process, a year-round preventative approach is key. “With effective anti-melanin formulas, it’s possible to lighten spots, but if your skin faces repeated exposure, they will come back,” says Geyer. “Consistent photo-protection is the corner stone to maintaining an evenly toned complexion.” Dr. Geyer’s top five tips to prevent and repair excess pigmentation year-round, include:

1. Protect. Protect. Protect. Since UV light is the #1 cause of uneven skin tone, be diligent about incorporating a broad spectrum sunscreen into your skincare routine 365 days a year—not just when at the beach.

2. Exfoliate nightly. Sloughing away skin’s top, dead skin cells has a stimulatory effect on skin and decreases retention of unwanted pigment in the epidermis. It also allows the active ingredients in products applied afterwards to penetrate deeper and work more efficiently in reversing brown spots.

3. Use antioxidants as a second layer of protection. Products laced with powerful antioxidants such as vitamin C are a great addition to your morning skincare routine. This particular antioxidant is able to effectively neutralize free radicals to help decrease pigmentation.

4. Be cautious of some chemical-based skin lighteners. If you’re using a hydroquinone-based product (a prescription-only chemical skin lightener), care should be taken when applying this ingredient to avoid developing a reverse reaction, known as hypo pigmentation (an over-lightening of the skin). Prevent this from happening by only using a small amount directly on the affected area.

5. Be patient: There is no lightening fast fix! Fading of brown spots takes months, as the skin must go through several renewal processes. Stick with a proven anti-pigmentation regimen to see results and even consider taking some pre-treatment pictures to monitor how much your complexion is beginning to even out.

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I, too, had an experience in joining a beauty pageant.  It was not as huge an event as the Miss Universe, though.  I remember I went berserk in looking for the best gown.  And, it was at that time that I realized how good and passionate designers can be.  Are you one of them?  Oh, do you know that I really admire designers?  It is one of my frustrations that I’m not a fashion designer.  Anyway, I had difficulty in choosing a gown since for me, there were a lot of beautiful designs.  I believe it is passion and a love of their craft that makes fashion designers produce outstanding designs.  If only I had some of their creativity, I would join contests related to fashion.  I would see to it that I did my best to win a design prize.  I am not actually saying that it’s the prize that matters the most, but prizes can be a motivation in getting started and trying your hand at something new to you.  Am I right?

The Art Institutes announces its search to find the next winners of the Passion for Fashion Competition. The call for entries is open to high school students throughout the U.S., Canada (excluding Quebec) and Puerto Rico. High school seniors with a passion for fashion design or the business side of fashion are encouraged to submit an entry. Entries must be postmarked by November 19, 2010.

The national competition consists of two separate categories: Fashion Design or Fashion Marketing & Merchandising and Retail Management. Local competitions will take place at each participating Art Institutes school throughout U.S. and Canada. Each local Fashion Design competition winner and Fashion Marketing & Merchandising and Retail Management competition winner will earn a $3,000 tuition scholarship to The Art Institutes school they represent in the competition. Local first place winners in each category will move on to the national competition. The national grand prize winners in both categories will earn a full tuition scholarship to their respective Art Institutes school. In addition, the winners will receive a VIP trip to Fashion Week in New York City in February 2011, participate in a “meet and greet” at Seventeen Magazine’s New York City offices, and lunch with a Seventeen Magazine Style Pro.

“It is our distinct honor to sponsor the annual Passion for Fashion Competition. We believe the competition provides a forum by which those interested in a fashion education can express their full range of talent. Since we hosted the first competition six years ago, interest has continued to grow with a record number of entries submitted for last year’s competition,” said Bruce E. Dempsey, Vice President, Academic Affairs Specialist for The Art Institutes.

The Art Institutes Passion for Fashion Competition is open to legal residents of the fifty United States, the District of Columbia, Canada (excluding Quebec) and Puerto Rico, who are full-or part-time high school seniors scheduled to graduate in 2011 with a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average. Entries must be submitted along with a completed Entry & Release Form to The Art Institutes school the student wishes to represent in the competition. Entries must be postmarked by November 19, 2010.

Please visit http://www.artinstitutes.edu/pr.aspx?ID=AI2119 to learn more about The Art Institutes Passion for Fashion Competition.

Just for additional information, you may want to know that the Art Institutes (www.artinstitutes.edu) is a system of more than 45 education institutions located throughout North America, providing an important source of design, media arts, fashion and culinary arts professionals.

Anyway, come and join the search as the winners of The Art Institutes Passion for Fashion Competition will earn a full tuition scholarship and a trip to NYC for Fashion Week 2011!

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With different speakers and experts invited, this three-day event is where these industries get a lot of new ideas that can help their businesses grow. Tips, truths and best practices will be shared by different industries to keep a friendly competition between brands.

HBA is not just a showcase of external beauty. It also celebrates beauty from within. As part of the event, an award is given to a remarkable person in the industry who possesses the real meaning of beauty.

Iconic supermodel, entrepreneur and philanthropist Christie Brinkley, will receive the 2nd Annual HBA “Positively Beautiful” Award from HBA Global Expo for her active support of Smile Train and its mission.  Smile Train (www.smiletrain.org) provides free cleft surgery for millions of poor children in developing countries and free cleft-related training for doctors and medical professionals.

The Positively Beautiful Award was established by HBA Global to annually recognize a celebrity who uses their name and talents to further a cause that champions inner beauty and self-esteem building.   The Award Presentation will be part of the events Keynote and Kick-off Presentation on Tuesday, September 28th starting at 9:00 a.m. in the Special Events Hall.  HBA Global Expo & Conference (www.hbaexpo.com) is the largest product development event for the cosmetic, fragrance, skin care, personal care, and well-being industries.

“Christie Brinkley has one of the most recognizable smiles in the world, and she knows the importance a new smile will make in these children lives who are born with clefts lip and palate.  Her awareness building for Smile Train is helping millions of deserving children find their ‘inner beauty’ and giving them a second chance at life,” said Jill Birkett, brand director, Beauty & Wellness, of HBA Global Expo.  ”We are extremely proud to present Ms. Brinkley with this year’s ‘Positively Beautiful‘ award and recognize the beauty of her commitment to the empowerment of disadvantaged children.”

Combining her modeling experience with her artistic talents and diverse interests including jewelry design, photography, writing, acting, and environmental activism, Christie’s legendary career over the years has been fascinating and dynamic.  One of the world’s most successful and recognizable models, Christie has appeared on over 500 magazine covers worldwide and was the first model to appear on the Sports Illustrated iconic swimsuit issue for three consecutive years.  She has held contracts or appeared in ads for many HBA attendees including Chanel No 19, Max Factor, Noxzema, Revlon, Borghese Cosmetics and Nu Skin.  Her major contract with CoverGirl is the longest running cosmetics contract of any model in history.  Most recently, Christie introduced a line of organic fabrics and appeared on QVC introducing The Christie Brinkley Jewelry Collection for Ross Simons and continues to be a spokesperson for Total Gym.

Ms. Brinkley is involved in many other worldwide and local New York charitable endeavors and is on the board of directors for STAR (Standing for Truth about Radiation) and helped make nuclear security a top national priority program.  The most important role in her career, as a mother of three, has also been inspiring and garnered her numerous “Mother of the Year” honors.

Prior to the Positively Beautiful Award presentation to Ms. Brinkley, Pamela Baxter, President and CEO, of LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics North America will deliver a keynote address to kick-off HBA Global Expo & Conference and is open to all attendees of the event.  To register for HBA Global Expo or for more information go to www.hbaexpo.com.

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The store is a household name. It has been a big success over all these years. Just like any surviving business, it has had several challenges. The people who manage and own the company have made adjustments decade by decade which has helped the company adapt to the modern world.

The market has been really challenging with the birth of a lot of other thrifty stores. Fashion Bug met the challenge. Their 800 stores across forty-three states should be proof of this. This achievement calls for a celebration.

Fashion Bug celebrates its 70th birthday in September. Fashion Bug stores celebrate “70 years of style” with special offers, promotions and a fantastic sweepstakes where they will give away a new, 2010 Volkswagen® Beetle®.

Having opened its doors in 1940 as “Charming Shoppes”, a women’s apparel store with a commitment to offering up-to-date fashions for women on a budget, the store was re-named in the 1960s to give the chain a more fashion-forward vibe. Fashion Bug is still the specialty store where women across the country can look great and spend less. From dress to business casual, and from active knits to jeans and fashion tops, Fashion Bug offers fresh looks to satisfy all the lifestyle needs of today’s busy woman.

All during September, stop into Fashion Bug stores for fabulous birthday sweepstakes, special promotions such as RightFit jeans and dress pants and MVP items at a special price when you buy two or more. MVP items always offer shoppers best-selling items at the lowest possible price every day.

Customers can join in the festivities by entering the Ultimate Accessory sweepstakes for a chance to drive away with a new, 2010 Volkswagen® Beetle®. A second prize winner will jet off on a fabulous and fun-filled week long vacation for four to Walt Disney World® theme park. 100 third prize winners will each receive a $70 Fashion Bug Gift Card. For a chance to win, enter at Fashion Bug stores or online http://www.fashionbug.com/sweepstakes.

Another special party favor is especially for Fashion Bug Credit Card members. Fashion Bug is offering 70 bonus fashion rebate points with any Fashion Bug credit card purchase from September 1 through September 31. Fashion Bug’s Fashion Rebates program offers card members the opportunity to earn points toward Fashion Rebate Certificates that are good on future purchases. This one-time bonus is available to both existing card members and customers who open a new Fashion Bug credit card account from September 1 until September 31.

For more information about this great celebration, please contact your local Fashion Bug store. For store locations and contact information or more about Fashion Bug, please visit fashionbug.com.

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Keeping up with the latest should not be a problem. Dressing up inexpensively is the new trend. A lot of products on the market are made of recycled materials. But that does not mean the quality and style is not excellent and this is a way to flaunt your green credentials!

Most designers have already made something special out of inexpensive materials. With the strong campaign for saving the environment, a lot of them responded to it in their own special way. With such advocacy, the Garbage Bag Gala was launched.

Gather up your girlfriends and your garbage bags and get ready to walk the red carpet!  The Garbage Bag Gala is coming to Greensburg.  Making its debut this year in Westmoreland County, The Salvation Army’s Garbage Bag Gala is the brainchild of Fox Chapel native and Greater Pittsburgh Salvation Army Advisory Board Member, Pamela Abdalla.  ”For the past eight years, the Allegheny County Garbage Bag Gala has been such a huge success that we decided to bring the fun to Greensburg,” said Melissa Dunlap, The Salvation Army’s Westmoreland County Resource Development Manager.  ”This event is a great girls’ night out and provides valuable support to the efforts of The Salvation Army in Westmoreland County.”

Garbage Bag Gala is slated for Friday, September 10th from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at the Palace Theater in downtown Greensburg.  Attendees are invited to come in formal attire made of garbage bags and instead donate the money they would have spent on a dress.  The ticket price includes a red carpet entrance, hors d’oeuvres reception and an awards ceremony for the “Trashiest Dress,” and much more. Tickets may be purchased at four different levels, including:  Handi Level….$50.00 to $99.00; Glad Level…..$100.00 to $149.00; Hefty Level….$150.00 or more; and Flexi Level…..pay your age.  Pre-registration is August 31st but monetary donations will be accepted at the door.

“We are grateful to a group of energetic and dedicated Westmoreland County women who have taken on this project,” said Dunlap. Garbage Bag Gala committee members include: Marilyn Fox; Angela O’Brien; Christine Rizk-Orosz; Maryanne Stairs; and Marjorie Stanislaw.  For reservations or more information, contact Melissa Dunlap at 724-216-8033 and melissa_dunlap@use.salvationarmy.org or log onto The Salvation Army’s Western Pennsylvania Divisional website at www.salvationarmy-wpa.org and click on “Events.”

Westmoreland County is a large area that hosts five Salvation Army community centers, four service centers and eleven service units. This structure covers every zip code while eliminating the expense and inefficiency of the duplication of valuable services. Offering a myriad of programs, The Salvation Army has developed creative ways to address the needs of children, youth, individuals, seniors and families; and in many cases, has tailor made many of their programs in order to address the unique needs of these communities.

Both a church and a social service organization, The Salvation Army began in London, England in 1865. Today, it provides critical services in 120 countries worldwide.  The 28-county Western Pennsylvania Division serves thousands of needy families through a wide variety of support services. To learn more about The Salvation Army in Western Pennsylvania, log onto www.salvationarmy-wpa.org.  The Salvation Army … Doing the most good . . . for the most people . . . in the most need.

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Now that I am a parent myself, I know how difficult such times of the year are for parents on a fixed budget. A fancy pencil case that I wanted is much more expensive than the basic pencil case that would have done just as well. Cute note books and note pads were just a waste of money when I could have gotten the simple ones. Children don’t always understand the value of hard earned money.

Therefore, parents like me need to have a good budget for schools supplies. Kids, especially at the start of the school year, are very much excited to shop for school supplies just as I was back in those days. But instead of taking our kids to a trip to the bookstore, try to spend an hour of online shopping with them and see how much you can actually save.

LightInTheBox.com now offers students and parents the opportunity to buy Chinese made products suitable for school use directly from China. Products are offered at a fraction of the price of what consumers would pay for the same product at traditional retailers.

The special promotion also offers customers a free coupon, allowing them to get an additional US$5 or US$10 off their purchase if they spend over US$50 or US$100 respectively on products featured in the promotion.

“We all know how frantic it can get if you do your back-to-school shopping the traditional way, that is, at the local mall. So LightInTheBox offers an alternative, stress-free way to shop for a range of essential back-to-school items,” says Alan Guo, CEO of LightInTheBox.com. “It doesn’t matter if you are a parent looking for school supplies for your children or a college student looking for products in preparation for the coming academic year – LightInTheBox has the items you need and you will surely save money in the process.”

In most countries in the Northern Hemisphere, students are on school holidays during the summer months, although dates do vary. Students return to school from their summer holidays around September, and often, the days preceding the commencement of school is a busy shopping time. Every year, this period becomes a hectic time during which students and parents rush to acquire all the stationery supplies (such as pens, pencils, erasers, crayons, binders, notebooks and rulers), uniforms, text books, electronics and gym shoes needed for the coming school year.

Popular items on the back-to-school shopping lists of high school and university students this year include Apple MacBooks, Lexmark or Epson printers and JanSport or Eastpak backpacks. Other Apple items like the iPhone, iTouch or iPod Nano are also popular with this group. While primary school aged children are hoping to obtain SpongeBob SquarePants, Sesame Street, Toy Story 3, Tinker Bell and the Great Fairy Rescue, Iron Man or Disney Princess themed backpacks, lunchboxes or even stationery items.

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This challenge is especially true for working moms. It is a liberating experience to build your own career and raise kids at the same time. It could be rather depressing to look back to the days when you had all the time in the world to take care of yourself.

Along with the technology comes convenience. It has given birth to online shopping which makes life a lot easier for many people. Busy women would only need a few minutes of their time to purchase the latest designer bags. Hands-on moms do not need to leave home to buy a brand new set of make up.

Beauty product line Cherry Jack Couture launched its unique “Creative Beauty” line on a custom online store on THE LOOK today, announced Alan Mruvka, Founder & CEO of the newly launched celebrity, fashion, and beauty network – www.thelooktv.com.

Cherry Jack Couture is a skin care and beauty company, which features an extensive collection of the most effective bed and bath products using natural raw organic ingredients. Jamie Livingston, Owner and Founder of Cherry Jack, is defining the concept of Raw Organic Skin Care, while setting a new standard for quality organic ingredients.

“Since my childhood, I have been focused on the true concept of beauty through the art of creativity,” said Livingston. “Being asked to participate in THE LOOK’s online shopping experience is symbolic, because it recognizes what Cherry Jack Couture is about — Creative Beauty both inwardly as well as outwardly.”

“We’re excited to be offering the Cherry Jack bath and body collection on THE LOOK,” added Mruvka. “It is important throughout our various stores to offer the best products around.”

Other online stores recently launched on THE LOOK website include Lotus Wei Organics, featuring floral water elixirs, energy mists and body serums; and Clear Poreformance, with their deep pore cleansing system for radiant hair and skin.

About THE LOOK

Created for women, THE LOOK covers everything celebrity from fashion and beauty, to lifestyle and fitness. Through its numerous fashion and beauty experts, THE LOOK editorial team gives the audience an inside perspective into the world of celebrity lifestyle. THE LOOK is really three sites in one, an online network, a daily editorial and photo site, and an ecommerce store. As a network, THE LOOK features four original series including: “On the Scene,” “Fashion Diva,” “DIY: Do It Yourself,” and “Beauty School.” Viewers can find these series online at thelooktv.com and in the future on cable, satellite, syndication, mobile and in the international markets. As an editorial and photo site, THE LOOK features hundreds of articles and celebrity photos updated daily. In addition, each celebrity photo is enhanced with an ecommerce rollover capability that allows the consumer to purchase similar items to those worn by the celebrity in the photo. As an ecommerce store, THE LOOK offers hundreds of fashion, beauty and lifestyle products for sale on the site, both name brands and celebrity brands.

THE LOOK Founder & CEO Alan Mruvka has over 25 years of experience in the entertainment business. His monumental successes in the entertainment industry include revolutionizing a genre of entertainment and celebrity based news by founding pop culture icon, E! Entertainment Television. Since leaving E!, Mruvka founded The Ministry of Film, a film and television company, where he created and executive produced numerous television shows including USA Network’s “Pacific Blue,” basic cable’s highest rated one hour drama which shot over 100 episodes and ran five seasons; and the weekly boxing series “Thunderbox.” He also produced several feature films including the winner of the Chicago International Children’s Film Festival and the Sundance Film Festival’s critically acclaimed “Digging to China,” starring Kevin Bacon and Evan Rachel Wood, and directed by Academy Award winner Timothy Hutton; Showtime’s “The Legend of Gatorface;” and “State and Main,” starring Philip Seymour Hoffman, Alec Baldwin, William H. Macy and Sarah Jessica Parker, and directed by acclaimed playwright David Mamet.

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Keeping up with the movement is not enough to stay alive in the industry. The biggest challenge is in keeping your personality in the styles that you create. Innovations of look are what a fashion designer aims at or plans for on a daily basis and that is not an easy pressure. What gives prestige to any institutional designer is that they stick to their remarkable style whilst constantly adapting to a new climate.

Carolina Herrera, known for her sophisticated design and elegance, receives the distinguished title of “Mercedes-Benz Presents” designer for this season’s spring/summer 2011 collection debuting on Monday, September 13th at 10:00 am at Lincoln Center, the new home of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week.

The “Mercedes-Benz Presents” program recognizes designers that demonstrate dedication to the use of quality materials, unique style and innovative design for the past seven years.  ”I am very proud to be chosen as the ‘Mercedes-Benz Presents’ designer,” said Herrera.  ”To be recognized in such an important year in Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week history, is, without question, a wonderful honor.”

Carolina Herrera has designed for many celebrities and high profile clients including Renee Zellweger, Amy Adams, Michelle Pfeiffer, Emily Blunt, Oprah Winfrey, and Camilla Belle.  She joins a prestigious list of past “Mercedes-Benz Presents” designers including Monique Lhuillier, Badgley Mischka, Narciso Rodriguez, and CHADO Ralph Rucci.

“Carolina Herrera’s understated grace, precision design and attention to detail uphold the Mercedes-Benz commitment to quality,” said Lisa Holladay, Manager of Brand Experience Marketing for Mercedes-Benz USA.  ”She is a symbol of great success within the fashion industry and especially in New York City and choosing her as this season’s Mercedes-Benz Presents Designer represents the strength of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week and the event’s bright future at Lincoln Center.”

Born in Venezuela, Carolina Herrera began her Fashion career in New York in 1980, and will be celebrating 30 years of her eponymous collection in 2011. Recognized throughout the industry for her impeccable style and elegant, feminine, sophisticated designs Carolina Herrera has been awarded by the Council of Fashion Designers of America two distinct honors “Womenswear Designer of the Year” in 2004 and in 2008 the “Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award.”  Carolina Herrera oversees a design house which encompasses her signature fashion collection and bridal collections, her lifestyle collection CH Carolina Herrera, and ten successful fragrances.

Prior to the unveiling of Carolina Herrera’s spring 2011 Collection during Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, the Designer will fete two milestones in support of Fashion’s Night Out on Friday, September 10th. The highly anticipated opening of the CH Carolina Herrera store at 802 Madison Avenue with special guest illustrator Robert Risko and the 10th Anniversary of her Madison Avenue flagship store at 954 Madison Avenue with a digital photo booth with creative backdrop for memorable shots of the evening.

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2011 will take place in New York, NY at Lincoln Center from September 9-16.  Carolina Herrera is among more than ninety designers presenting their Spring/Summer 2011 collections at Lincoln Center including Diane von Furstenberg, Herve Leger by Max Azria, Vera Wang, Badgley Mischka, Christian Siriano and Charlotte Ronson.

For more information about Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at Lincoln Center, and for a schedule of shows and events, visit http://newyork.mbfashionweek.com.

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Almost everybody already had his or her own favorite before anybody was crowned. The internet is flooded with blogs and posts about the candidates. Some even had their own fearless forecast for the top fifteen, top ten, top five and even the grand winner. Finally, the long wait is over and the coronation night was opened.

Monday evening, during one of the year’s most exciting live international television events, a star-studded panel of judges chose Jimena Navarrete, Miss Mexico, as MISS UNIVERSE® 2010 live from Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. Bret Michaels and NBC’s “Today” show co-host and correspondent Natalie Morales hosted the international event, which aired on NBC and Telemundo. John Legend & The Roots and Viva ELVIS by Cirque du Soleil performed live during the competition. The pageant was presented by official hair care sponsor Farouk Systems.

Miss Mexico, Jimena Navarrete, is 21 years old and loves nature, boating, riding motorcycles, spending time with her family and traveling.

The judging panel for the 2010 Miss Universe Pageant included: illusionist and mystifier, Criss Angel; actor, producer and writer, William Baldwin; world-renowned percussionist and drummer, Sheila E; anchor of “NBC Live,” Tamron Hall; 2010 Olympic Gold Medalist and 2009 World Figure Skating Champion, Evan Lysacek; Oscar nominated actor and director best known for his work in A Bronx Tale, Chazz Palminteri; American singer and actress, Chynna Phillips; winner of multiple Emmys and Golden Globes, Jane Seymour; and international supermodel, Niki Taylor.

Throughout the two-hour event, contestants from over 80 countries and territories around the world competed in three categories: swimsuit, evening gown and personality interview. Stefania Fernandez, Miss Universe 2009, crowned her successor at the conclusion of the two-hour primetime telecast before an estimated worldwide viewing audience of approximately one billion viewers.

Final Results:

First Runner-Up: Miss Jamaica, Yendi Phillipps; will assume the duties of MISS UNIVERSE 2010 if the titleholder for some reason cannot fulfill her responsibilities.

Second Runner-Up: Miss Australia, Jesinta Campbell.

Rest of Top Five: Miss Ukraine, Anna Poslavska; and Miss Philippines, Venus Raj.

Rest of Top Ten: Miss Ireland, Rozanna Purcell; Miss Albania, Angela Martini; Miss Puerto Rico, Mariana Paola Vicente; Miss South Africa, Nicole Flint; and Miss Guatemala, Jessica Scheel.

Rest of Top Fifteen: Miss Belgium, Cilou Annys; Miss France, Malika Menard; Miss Russia, Irina Antonenko; Miss Colombia, Natalia Navarro; and Miss Czech Republic, Jitka Valkova.

Miss Photogenic Universe™ Award: Miss Thailand, Fonthip Watcharatrakul. The General public voted on www.nbc.com for the delegate who exemplifies beauty through the lens of a camera. She was awarded a $1,000 cash prize and a gift from pageant sponsor Diamond Nexus Labs.

Miss Congeniality Universe™ Award: Miss Australia, Jesinta Campbell. This award reflects the respect and admiration of the delegate’s peers, who voted for her as the most congenial, charismatic and inspirational participant. She was awarded a $1,000 cash prize and a gift from Diamond Nexus Labs.

National Costume Award: Miss Thailand, Fonthip Watcharatrakul. This award was decided by an online vote through Club Universe, a new, exclusive membership club featured on MissUniverse.com.

The MISS UNIVERSE® 2010 prize package includes: a custom diamond tiara and jewelry designed by Diamond Nexus Labs; a shoe wardrobe from Nina Footwear; a one-year scholarship (including housing) from the New York Film Academy; hair care products and tools from Farouk Systems; eveningwear wardrobe by Sherri Hill; a collection of swimwear from Dar Be Dar by Tala Raassi; luxury accommodations in a New York City apartment for the duration of her reign, including living expenses; a year-long salary as Miss Universe; personal services including membership to Gravity Fitness and hair services from John Barrett Salon; modeling portfolio by leading fashion photographer Fadil Berisha; dermatology and skincare services provided by Dr. Cheryl Thellman-Karcher; professional health and nutrition consultation by Tanya Zuckerbrot, MS, RD and dental services by Dr. Jan Linhart, D.D.S.; casting opportunities and professional representation by the Miss Universe Organization; extensive travel opportunities representing sponsors and charitable partners; access to various New York City events including movie premiers and screenings, Broadway shows and launch parties; year-long consultation with a fashion stylist; and access to a personal appearance wardrobe.

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Being stylish is a gift. Not everyone can be stylish. But some people can be stylish without spending a fortune. Not everyone can identify his or her sense of style that fast. Not everyone is artistic enough to put different pieces together and look fab. Even as simple a thing as mixing and matching colors, some of us struggle with. Not all of us can mix and match colors and make them work, especially for those who have just let go of the stereotyped blue and pink when we were kids!

The Art Institutes Passion for Fashion Competition announces its search to find the next winners. The call for entries is open to high school students throughout the U.S., Canada (excluding Quebec) and Puerto Rico. High school seniors with a passion for fashion design or the business side of fashion are encouraged to submit an entry. Entries must be postmarked by November 19, 2010.

The national competition consists of two separate categories: Fashion Design or Fashion Marketing & Merchandising and Retail Management. Local competitions will take place at each participating Art Institutes school throughout U.S. and Canada. Each local Fashion Design competition winner and Fashion Marketing & Merchandising and Retail Management competition winner will earn a $3,000 tuition scholarship to The Art Institutes school they represent in the competition. Local first place winners in each category will move on to the national competition. The national grand prize winners in both categories will earn a full tuition scholarship to their respective Art Institutes school. In addition, the winners will receive a VIP trip to Fashion Week in New York City in February 2011, participate in a “meet and greet” at Seventeen Magazine’s New York City offices, and lunch with a Seventeen Magazine Style Pro.

“It is our distinct honor to sponsor the annual Passion for Fashion Competition. We believe the competition provides a forum by which those interested in a fashion education can express their full range of talent. Since we hosted the first competition six years ago, interest has continued to grow with a record number of entries submitted for last year’s competition,” said Bruce E. Dempsey, Vice President, Academic Affairs Specialist for The Art Institutes.

The Art Institutes Passion for Fashion Competition is open to legal residents of the fifty United States, the District of Columbia, Canada (excluding Quebec) and Puerto Rico, who are full-or part-time high school seniors scheduled to graduate in 2011 with a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average. Entries must be submitted along with a completed Entry & Release Form to The Art Institutes school the student wishes to represent in the competition. Entries must be postmarked by November 19, 2010.

Please visit http://www.artinstitutes.edu/pr.aspx?ID=AI2119 to learn more about The Art Institutes Passion for Fashion Competition.

The Art Institutes (www.artinstitutes.edu) is a system of more than 45 education institutions located throughout North America, providing an important source of design, media arts, fashion and culinary arts professionals.

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There are a lot of things to consider when picking a gift. First, you have to know what the person likes, more than what he or she needs. A kid will not care about anything other than what he wants at the moment. Second, you need to consider the safety and durability of the stuff that you will give them. It is your gift. It is your responsibility to pick toys that are not hazardous to their health.

Dolls are back as the new must-have toy and kids are using them to express their inner creativity by playing dress up, matching outfits, holding tea parties – the possibilities are endless for an imaginative child. Kmart is introducing every little girl’s new best friend in its exclusive What a Doll!™ collection for the US, created by Kahn Lucas Lancaster, Inc, one of the world’s leaders in girls’ fashion since 1889.

“Kmart is excited to help little girls make everlasting friendships by bringing the What a Doll! collection to stores nationwide,” said Dev Mukherjee, president, Seasonal & Toys, Sears Holdings. “We hope parents will appreciate the value of the dolls, not only for their affordability, but also for their children, who will learn new means to express themselves through safe and creative playtime.”

Girls can fuse their personal styles with their newfound friends: all girls’ apparel comes with a matching doll-sized version. The collection includes dolls, travel bags, identical outfits, cosmetics and accessories to inspire girls’ friendships, creative play and imagination. Doll apparel and accessories fit standard 18-inch dolls. The collection launched in July with new outfits available in stores for the 2010 back to school season. New dolls and a seasonal assortment of clothing will be available beginning in October and November to celebrate the holiday season.

Howard Kahn, CEO of Kahn Lucas Lancaster, Inc said, “The What a Doll! brand creates a positive, pretend play experience uniquely tailored to millions of Kmart consumers. The strong price/value relationship gives us the ability to drive incremental toy, apparel and accessory opportunities not currently addressed by market offerings.”

Kmart is also bringing the What a Doll! collection online to Kmart.com. The website www.WhatADollGirls.com offers fun activities for parents to do with their children, including play date and sleepover party recommendations, healthy cooking ideas, coloring pages, seasonal tips for activities like outdoor fun and gardening. Plus, it offers easy online shopping for moms and gift-givers.

“In this era of playtime, there are virtually millions of way kids can entertain themselves,” said Mukherjee. “Dolls have been a part of our lives for many generations and Kmart is enhancing the tradition with a fun, safe website for What a Doll! fans.”

The What a Doll! collection also makes the perfect gift.  Parents can choose to take advantage of Kmart’s layaway program – both online and in store – and reserve What a Doll! items early, pay over time and cross them off their daughter’s holiday wish list early.

Products in the What a Doll! collection are affordably priced to meet the Kmart shopper’s budget. All of the dolls are available for $29.99. Clothes and accessories range from $19.99 to $24.99 and are sold separately. Customers can shop for any of the What a Doll! toys exclusively at select Kmart stores in the US and online through www.Kmart.com.

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Each individual has a different skin type. In general, this is categorized into the two: dry to normal and normal to oily. Each skin type has its own advantages and disadvantages. Dry to normal skin type is not as prone to pimples as oily skin, but would require a lot of moisturizing. Normal to oily skin may be prone to pimples, blackheads and whiteheads, but, as one grows older, those who have this skin type are likely to develop wrinkles much later than those with dry skin.

Guthy-Renker LLC, one of the largest and most respected direct marketing companies in the world and marketers of Proactiv®, America’s #1 acne system, is pleased to announce its partnership with leading dermatologist, Susan Evans, M.D., for a new skincare line called The Papaya Renewal Collection by Dr. Evans Cosmeceuticals. The comprehensive skincare collection offers nine products including exfoliators, cleansers, and beauty treatments.  It’s available for purchase at www.DrEvans.com.

Dr. Evans is a highly sought after health and beauty medical expert regularly featured on popular television programs such as Oprah, The Dr. Oz Show, Good Morning America Health, the Today Show, The Doctors, FOX News, Access Hollywood, CNN, and Dr. 90210.

“When I decided to create my own line of skincare and beauty products, I searched for a company that shared my commitment to quality and with a longstanding reputation for excellence – I’ve found a great partner in the team at Guthy-Renker,” said Dr. Evans.

“We pride ourselves in creating products that deliver on their promises to consumers,” added Greg Renker, Guthy-Renker’s Co-Founder.  “We respect Dr. Evans as a trusted leader in the field of dermatology and are excited to work with her to bring consumers skincare and beauty products that will truly make a difference in their lives.”

Packed with multiple antioxidants including Papaya extract, an intensive fruit enzyme, The Papaya Renewal Collection by Dr. Evans Cosmeceuticals is designed to help support natural skin turnover for a smoother, firmer, and suppler appearance.

“While we can’t prevent aging, you can help offset the visible signs of pre-mature aging by adopting a skincare regimen that is rich in antioxidants,” added Dr. Evans.

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However, not everyone has the time to sit down and read these glossy magazines. With time moving so fast, it is not easy to squeeze reading beauty magazines into our hectic schedule. Whatever extra time we have, most of us, if not all, would want to spend it with the people that we care about. It’s a good thing,therefore, that some people thought about taking these beauty concerns onto TV.

It is home to beautiful attractions; sunny beaches, Worth Avenue shopping and, of course, beautiful people.  The town of Palm Beach will now be home to the first television series to highlight the things that make us beautiful.  Entitled “Beauty Illustrated TV,” the 13-part original series is planned to air on WEtv, and WEtv’s New York cable affiliate, Wedding Central, every Saturday at 9 AM.

Beauty Illustrated TV will compete with morning talk and reality shows as it engages in a common emotion with its viewers.  ”The goal of Beauty Illustrated TV is to entertain and educate an audience not only conscious about looking young, but also willing to take the necessary steps to actually prolong their youth,” says Erik Di Somma, President of The VLTRA Group and Executive Producer of the series.  According to Di Somma, Beauty Illustrated TV features late-breaking beauty industry news plus the latest in fashion, events as well as advice from beauty experts.

The birth of a new medium in a time when it is most needed is no coincidence.  In 2008, while researching ways to publicize his company’s anti-oxidant delivery technology, Di Somma encountered problems inherent to the beauty industry.  ”The industry has become too ambiguous for the average consumer to understand and too competitive to allow the proper publicity of real anti-aging technology,” Di Somma explains.  ”We designed this series to address these issues.”  As a former health show and news producer, Di Somma believes the series can be a functional tool in beauty product marketing.

Beauty Illustrated TV is a collaborative effort between The VLTRA Group, Inc., a Georgia Corporation focusing on skin-care research and Discover Entertainment Group, LLC, a Florida independent production company.  Melody Holcomb, cosmetics model and host of the series, gives the advice needed in helping viewers make more informed purchasing decisions.

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With the birth of the Internet, there was a lot more convenience for everyone. Shopping was made easy. You could just visit the website of your favorite brand or store and process your order without having to leave your home. Keeping in touch with friends was made easier with the birth of different social networking sites. News itself was updated every minute.

Communication was made a lot easier too. It did not only save us time, but also money, since talking and chatting is cheap with online messaging applications. Email is fast and cost-efficient for any business too. With all of this convenience in communication, working from home became a trend.

Whether a small business has employees in different offices or whether they are working from home, communication barriers are far more complex for those facing time and distance challenges in the absence of face-to-face contact.  Fortunately, these obstacles are surmountable with the help of proper communication techniques. Small- to medium-sized business (SMB) expert, Denise O’Berry, provides her list of “Do’s and Don’ts” to help educate small business managers on maximizing their staff regardless of geography. Small businesses can visit www.telephones.att.com/smb for O’Berry’s advice and learn more about communicating with their employees.

“In this digital age, there are a variety of tools to help companies bridge time and distance, so that the virtual workforce can be just as productive as the traditional business office,” said O’Berry, SMB blogger and author of Small Business Cash Flow: Strategies for Making Your Business a Financial Success. “Communication is crucial for any business, especially one that has employees spread across different locations.  Virtual teams need to tap into the simple tools that are easily accessible.”

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There is a definite trend in the tech-savvy work environment to trade in long commutes, and work remotely instead. Employers are offering the ability to work remotely and enjoy the comforts of home (e.g., flexible child care, working in casual clothes or enjoying less frantic mornings) as an incentive benefit.  Flexible commuting policies also enable employers to draw from a larger pool of talent, regardless of proximity. The right tools, such as the telephone and email, are a great place to start to equip a virtual team, however it is how those tools are used that is important.  For example, email is effective, but not as the only method of communication, especially if there is an issue that needs to be resolved quickly. The following is a glimpse of O’Berry’s tips regarding how to maximize virtual teams:

This article addressing virtual teams is part of a series that Advanced American Telephones has planned to help small businesses communicate.  Advanced American Telephones, which manufactures AT&T-branded home and office telephones under a license agreement with AT&T Intellectual Property, will be posting these resources on AT&T’s site dedicated to SMBs (www.telephones.att.com/SMB).

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We are very conscious about first impressions. For most of us, these first impressions will become our identity for the rest of the school year. It could build a reputation that we all have to live up to.  If you did not make the best fashion impression last school year, this year could be yours.

Hurley “Rocks You Back to School” with Weezer is a very special and timely fashion and music collaboration bringing the best of both worlds together for kids across the country.  The collection available exclusively at select PacSun stores starting September 10, 2010, includes limited edition gear such as Weezer inspired men’s and women’s wovens, t-shirts, and hoodies.  Reaching out directly to their fans, the band will offer unique access, new music and an exclusive line of clothing making for a perfect convergence between artists and fans.

“It was swell working with the good people at Hurley on our first adventure into a clothing line. My favorite piece we’ve created is the zip up hoodie — especially for those cool fall nights.” – Pat Wilson, Weezer

The first product of this major merger is a capsule collaboration of Hurley men and women’s clothing, available exclusively in select PacSun stores nationwide starting September 10th, 2010. The clothes, designed especially to capture the casual and comfortable style of America’s indie rock heroes, make a perfect addition to Hurley’s beloved collection of youth apparel. The collection reflects a simple color pallet based on a quirky, yet classic green tone, that feels both retro and futuristic all at the same time.  Hurley designed every day items, with the creativity and freedom of Weezer’s music and the Hurley lifestyle in mind that make these pieces feel fun and new.

“Certain words come to mind when I think of Weezer … youth, innovative, creative, inclusive, classic. and fresh. These are the very principles that the Hurley brand was founded on.  Weezer’s core values parallel Hurley’s bloodlines and brand truths. It seemed like a no brainer to join minds, and embrace these values together. Designing this collection with the design team came naturally, we love the band, their vibe, and their fans. Aren’t we all Weezer fans?” – Ryan Hurley, VP of Men’s Design for Hurley

Additionally, Weezer will be releasing a brand new album cleverly titled “Hurley” with their new label Epitaph Records, but PacSun will have the album exclusively for sale on Sept 10th with nationwide listening parties at all PacSun locations.  So if you want it first this is the only place to get it.

Lastly between September 10th and October 15th kids who purchase the exclusive Hurley/Weezer product at PacSun will receive a free download card with bonus content.  Every card is a winner, and one lucky Weezer fan will receive a special lunchtime concert with Weezer at their high school or college. Other prizes include Hurley merchandise, Weezer albums, signed posters, guitars and much more.

This collaboration and contest unites music, clothes, user generated designs and an unbelievable hometown concert into a perfect storm of excitement for kids going back to school.

Stay tuned to www.hurley.com , www.pacsun.com and www.weezer.com to make the most of it.

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Actress and model Rebecca Romijn will lend support by donning the custom-designed dress at the prestigious race. Best known for her roles as Mystique in the X-men movies and Alexis Meade in Ugly Betty, California native Rebecca Romijn, along with designer Eunice Taylor, will autograph the exclusive dress and available on the LOOKOF website (www.lookof.com) from August 10st through September 10th.

“The Kentucky Derby is considered the most prestigious horse race in the world and therefore a very important event for GREY GOOSE Vodka,” commented Shane M. Graber, vice president and brand managing director, GREY GOOSE Vodka. “We are proud to have Ms. Romijn–a woman with such presence, style, and elegance—working with the GREY GOOSE brand on such an exciting charitable endeavor.”

“I’m honored to wear the SEQUIN BODY CON DRESS to the Kentucky Derby this season. Being able to support such an important cause and enjoy a fantastic day at the races is truly exciting,” remarked Romijn.

Critically acclaimed designer, Eunice Taylor, is excited to bring her brilliant designs and inspiration to the creation of the dress for a good cause.

In addition to the auction of the designer dress, Breeders’ Cup guests (21+) can enjoy the Run for the Roses cocktail which is the official GREY GOOSE Vodka cocktail served at the Kentucky Derby for the sixth year running. GREY GOOSE Run for the Roses is a refreshing alternative to the Mint Julep as well as a tasty libation to serve guests at any Kentucky Derby celebration.

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On the LOOKOF website’s FAQs page, the first question (naturally) is: “What should I wear?” Disappointingly, no actual sartorial advice is offered – we were hoping for “How about purple, it’s very in you know”. Instead, it’s more of a list of don’ts. In the LOOKOF Enclosure, “Off the shoulder, halter neck, spaghetti straps and dresses with a strap of less than one inch and miniskirts are considered unsuitable. Midriffs must be covered and trouser suits must be full length and of matching material and colour.” Leaving aside the issue of what the Queen has against halter necks and spaghetti straps – can’t carry them off herself, maybe? – this all seems rather fusty and old hat (or should that be fascinator?), until you look at the other dress code that’s been in the news this week.

American Apparel is in dire trouble at the moment. Struggling to avoid bankruptcy, its eccentric (some might use a rather stronger word) founder Dov Charney has been forced to go cap in hand to his bank manager for help repaying his loans. Though, of course, that’s a pretty fashionable move these days.

Furthermore, “girls have been told to grow out their eyebrows. Formal warnings have been handed out for having chipped nail varnish”. Full details of the official dress code can be found on The blog, but include such gems as “mascara must look very natural (ie should not be clumpy or a color [sic] that does not compliment your skin and haircolor [sic])” and “‘Bangs’ or ‘fringe’ are advised against. It is not part of the direction we’re moving in”. FS is not entirely sure which direction fringes would lead you in: answers (and grammatical corrections for American Apparel) on a postcard please.

So far, so ludicrous, but there is a much darker side – Charney has been the subject of several sexual harassment lawsuits, although none of them have been proven. During these lawsuits accusations were made that he beds American Apparel models, walks around the office in his undies, and holds board meetings in the nude. When accused of referring to his models as “sluts”, he charmingly declared “some of us love sluts”.

Suddenly, that list of “don’ts” at LOOKOF looks terribly appealing, doesn’t it?

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I do know of one person, in particular, who is afraid of getting old.  It’s my mom.  She still looks young even at the age of 46.  Friends and aquaintances often joke with us, saying that we look like sisters.  But hey, that could mean either I look old or she looks young!  Oh, I’d rather accept the fact that she looks relatively young.  She doesn’t want her face to sag and to get wrinkles which is why she often use moisturizers and skin-friendly products.  Along with these, she tries her best to live a stress-free life.  That is one thing that I admire about her, really.  She’s a lawyer and she’s supposed to look old because of all the paperwork and the cases but she is wise enough to manage everything.

Try opening a beauty magazine and you will find that it seems as though all the models have full, pronounced cheeks and a firm, tight jaw lines.  In contrast, aging causes a loss of volume across the middle of the face, resulting in a flattened or sunken cheek structure with sagging jowls that can make the face appear drawn, tired and old. But, as I say, this is all a natural process and there’s no reason why this should worry you. In fact, I think there’s something wonderful about the look of old people. Just look at those Rembrandt portraits!

Now, armed with a deeper understanding of full facial contouring, dermatologists are using soft-tissue fillers to enhance and restore volume loss in the cheek area, thereby smoothing nasolabial folds (the wrinkles that form along the bottom of the nose to the corners of the mouth). In addition, newly introduced fractional radiofrequency technology to address skin laxity is showing promise by stimulating collagen contraction and reducing loose skin in the lower-face.

At the American Academy of Dermatology’s Summer Academy Meeting 2010 in Chicago, dermatologist Marian E. Northington, MD, FAAD, assistant professor of dermatology at the University of Alabama in Birmingham, presented a new approach to achieving aesthetic balance to the aging face by combining soft tissue fillers and skin tightening techniques.

“Dermatologists no longer view the aging face as specific wrinkles or folds, but instead look at the face as a whole with what can be imagined as soft tissue scaffolding below the skin surface that supports the deep underlying fat,” said Dr. Northington. “With this perspective, we now appreciate that cheek volume is a key component in re-establishing the facial balance and proportions most patients seek in a youthful appearance. What’s more, volume loss of this deep cheek fat tends to create a more pronounced nasolabial fold, adding to a downward descent of the facial soft tissues.”

As a first step, Dr. Northington noted that she asks her patients what bothers them about their face so together they can openly decide how best to address their age-related concerns. In the case of soft tissue fillers, Dr. Northington explained that while fillers were first used on targeted lines and creases, today deeper, thicker fillers – such as polylactic acid, calcium hydroxylapatite, polymethyl methacrylate, and hyaluronic acid – can be used in large areas to rebuild the lost volume in the cheek. In so doing, the added volume in the cheek lifts the face and diminishes the affected nasolabial folds.

According to Dr. Northington, another new technology that shows promise for skin tightening and moderate lifting of the lower face employs fractionated bipolar radiofrequency (RF) energy.

The fractional RF device is designed with an array of micro-needle electrodes housed in a hand piece with an applicator tip. Heat energy is delivered to the dermis (the layer of skin beneath the top layer) in a non-uniform pattern of microscopic zones that are spaced in a grid, like water passing through a colander. The non-treated zones of uninjured surrounding tissues serve to promote safe and rapid healing. The thermal damage stimulates wound healing with the subsequent new collagen forming thicker, more elastic skin tissue. Through the wound healing process, tissue contraction and skin tightening are observed.

Dr. Northington noted that it appears from initial results that using fractionated bipolar radiofrequency technology allows the RF energy to be delivered in a more controlled manner, as the heat can be placed precisely in the deep dermis where it can produce significant impact with minimal disruption to the top layer of skin.

“The fractional treatment patterns and unique energy delivery system of this technology hold potential for improved skin tightening  and skin texture,” said Dr. Northington. “As the technology progresses and clinical results become more predictable, I expect fractional radiofrequency will play a significant role in our approach to cosmetic skin rejuvenation and offer dermatologists an effective complement to injectable fillers for restoring lost cheek volume in the aging face.”

For more information on improving the appearance of your skin, go to the “AgingSkinNet” section of www.skincarephysicians.com, a website developed by dermatologists that provides patients with up-to-date information on the treatment and management of disorders of the skin, hair and nails.

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Having cute nails is an advantage if you have them.  However, you might be a bit worried if yours look like an old man’s!  A friend of mine shared how insecure she is because of her four dead toe nails.  Although she has a very pretty face and a fine body, she often has difficulty in mixing and matching her outfits.  And, that is only because of her toe nails.  She always has to attend to these by having a regular pedicure so that she can wear sandals and flip flops.  As well, she is slightly embarrassed when staff from the spa clean her not-so-attractive nails.  But of course, she does not always have enough time for this so there are times when the nail polish won’t look good anymore.  Then she is forced to use a closed pair of shoes just to hide them, thus having problems with the mix and match, especially if the outfit that would match the closed shoes is not really appropriate to the event where she is attending.

She told me that nail fungus might be causing her nails to look unattractive and unhealthy.  Fortunately, dermatologists can now help people improve the health and overall appearance of their nails with proper diagnosis and treatment.

At the American Academy of Dermatology’s Summer Academy Meeting 2010 in Chicago, dermatologist Phoebe Rich, MD, FAAD, adjunct  professor of dermatology at the Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, discussed the most common nail ailments and how to prevent and treat them.

Brittle Nails Require Handling with Care

Brittle nails affect millions of people and are characterized by peeling, splitting, fracturing and chipping, often causing aesthetic and functional problems. While no segment of the population is spared, brittle nails are more commonly seen in women, and the incidence increases with advancing age in both women and men. People who work in certain occupations with exposure to irritating substances and water also are more at risk for brittle nails.  So, be careful with the kind of work that you enter into.

Dr. Rich explained that brittle nails are caused by both internal and external factors. Internal factors that contribute to brittle nails include genetics, aging, disorders or other nail problems such as nail psoriasis and nail fungus. However, external factors – including exposure to harsh irritants, such as chemicals and solvents and even excessive water exposure – are far more likely to cause brittle nails.

“Brittle nails can sometimes be painful to the point of making it difficult to do simple activities like buttoning a shirt,” said Dr. Rich. “The nail plate itself is not living, which is why we can cut and file our nails without discomfort. But if a nail split or chip goes into the live nail bed tissue to which the nail plate attaches, it can be painful until the nail plate grows out and covers the exposed nail bed.”

While treatment of brittle nails can be challenging in some cases, Dr. Rich explained that a three-pronged approach is always recommended. The first step is to rule out any underlying medical conditions or correct those that are contributing to the problem. The second step is to protect the nails from environmental exposure in daily activities in order to prevent conditions that can cause brittle nails.

“Using mild soaps to wash hands, washing primarily the palm side of the hands, drying hands well after washing and avoiding waterless hand sanitizers that contain a high alcohol content will help control brittle nails in most cases,” said Dr. Rich.

The third step is to treat the nails by several methods known to strengthen the nails. The correct water content in the nail must be maintained to keep nail cells properly hydrated and flexible. Dr. Rich recommends “greasy” products, such as plain petroleum jelly to provide a protective barrier over the nail.

“Hand lotions that contain humectants, such are urea, which attract and hold water in the nail can be helpful in keeping the nail flexible and less likely to fracture,” said Dr. Rich. “A dermatologist can help patients find the best therapeutic moisturizers to keep brittle nails adequately hydrated.”

You must have adequate protein in a well-balanced diet since it will help in improving nail health.

Nail Fungus Could be Here to Stay without Proper Medication

The prevalence of fungal infections, known as onychomycosis, is high.  Since the infection occurs under the nail plate in the nail bed, it can be difficult to treat. Dr. Rich explained that the same fungus that causes athlete’s foot and ringworm is responsible for nail fungus as well, which is why people with nail fungus are susceptible to athlete’s foot and should try not to walk barefoot in public places. They also should wear water sandals or flip flops if they must use public showers.

While topical antifungal medications are readily available to treat nail fungus, Dr. Rich said that most of these over-the-counter formulas don’t work very well because these products are only applied on the surface of the nail and do not penetrate deep within the nail bed under the nail plate – where the fungus lives. Dr. Rich added that systemic medications can work well in clearing nail fungus and target the affected nail bed by way of the bloodstream.

“How fast the nail grows will determine how quickly the nail fungus will clear, but in most cases this can take up to a year,” said Dr. Rich. “The nail has to grow healthy from the base up in order for the fungus to clear completely.”

It is important to remember that nail fungus most likely will not subside on its own without some type of prescription treatment. While there is no harm in trying over-the-counter treatments or home remedies, patients should see a dermatologist if the condition does not improve or worsens.

For more information, contact the Academy at 1-888-462-DERM or www.aad.org.

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Girls start planning several months to a year in advance, perfecting all the details for their fairytale evening. And now, prom girls have something new to look forward to! Long-time designer of women’s evening wear and celebrity dresses, Jovani Fashions, launches its newest Prom Collection for 2011.

Searching for that dream prom dress can be overwhelming, and at times, frustrating. It’s never too early to start planning for that once-in-a-lifetime event. Use the spare time this summer when you’re not working a part-time job or basking in the sweet sun, and start thinking about the upcoming prom. No need to panic about tackling every last detail, but have a slight idea of the dress style or color shade. With a brand new collection of designer evening dresses that are elegant and fashion-forward, Jovani has come to rid prom girls of all the shopping stress.

From vibrant pattern prints, to 80’s inspired dresses with peplum skirts and asymmetrical hemlines, high school prom never looked so glamorous. Girls who are looking for shorter prom dresses that are elegant and leg-baring will get the best of both worlds this year with Jovani. Sparkle in sexy sequins like Carrie Underwood, or look heavenly like Taylor Swift in a chiffon gown. Both country singers have worn Jovani for major performances, and have even taken the fabulously adorned styles along for their worldwide concert tours.

Prom marks a special time in a girl’s life—a time where she can exude a more mature, womanly style. Sexy, strapless necklines with sweetheart busts and keyhole halters that feature necklace style embellishments include some of Jovani’s signature designs. Not to mention, Jovani gives the most classic and sophisticated evening silhouettes, such as mermaid gowns, A-line shape, empire waist and princess, a most modern twist with the addition of contemporary patterns and trend details.

So skip the frantic dress search this year, and spend more time hanging out with friends. Simply, visit JOVANI.com to browse through the extensive Prom Collection and use the store locater to find an authentic retailer. Get the winning look that will turn heads and stand out in photographs for years to come.

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