Portable solar gadgets Nov 16, 2009
Examples include eco-hip cell phones, stylish computer bags with charging adaptors, and even elegant parasols and hand-held lace fans ... Meanwhile a London design studio called is incorporating solar technology into fashion accessories like lace hand-fans and parasols. (CNN -- International)
Four fun engagement photo shoot trends Nov 15, 2009
Antique cars, bicycles, and parasols are simple ways to add color and make a picture come to life. Stay close to home: Instead of building a photo session around a concept, try doing a lifestyle shoot, which is more like a documentary. (Montana Standard, MT)
• A day in the life of a musical producer Oct 29, 2009
Tonight the cast works dance numbers with Choreographer Becky Engstrom, gliding about the Purple Commons area at TMHS with elaborate, colorful Japanese fans and parasols. Several of the principals stay late to work on lines and it is after 10 p.m. by the time we put the piano and props away and turn out the lights. (Juneau Empire)
Boston residents get reacquainted with summer swelter Aug 11, 2009
Parasols were plentiful on local beaches. Ice cream became a ubiquitous refuge. (Boston Globe)
Terry Marotta: Dont let the summer go by without having some fun Jul 28, 2009
By this point in the summer the leaves are stretched as wide as they will go, straining at their spines like the wee paper parasols you sometimes see in tropical drinks. They will stretch no wider this year. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
A wonderful ‘Wizard of Oz’ Jul 9, 2009
The clever use of simple props and lighting (pay attention to the parasols) gives a bigger return to this production than more elaborate stage mechanics ever could. In opening night;s post-show discussion, Director Seib talked about the requirement to ;do better cheaper; in the small space of the Grace Theater. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
SCHEDULE: March to Destiny in Shippensburg Jun 26, 2009
1011 a.m.: Myra Reichart will discuss Tussie Mussies, Fans and Parasols at the McLean House. 10:30 a.m.: Food vendors at the library. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Stealing hotel amenities: right or wrong? Jun 3, 2009
Like all good hotels, the Plaza Athne provides parasols for rainy days. At one time, they were not for sale, but that didnt prevent them from regularly showing up on eBay. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Tan in a can: Why are we so obsessed? May 21, 2009
Only the wealthy could afford to wile away the days under parasols. Later, concerns over skin cancer resulted in Coppertone developing the first sunless tanning product in 1960. (Boston Globe)
Beach Views and Seascapes May 18, 2009
Forced by their era and social status to keep hidden under such long skirts with accompanying parasols and hats the women enjoy a lovely day as much as they possibly can, while Sorolla creates masterful effects of sun, shadow and flowing fabric. Jane Peterson s Beach Scene. (Suite101.com)
Peace Corps volunteer tells of experiences May 3, 2009
There is a procession through town led by priests in multicolored robes carrying bright parasols, giant crosses, replicas of the tablets of the Ten Commandments and the Arc of the Covenant, and wafting incense. The church choir, in their own special robes, follows while leading the crowd in song. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Spanish River High's winter guard claims a 2nd place in international competition Apr 6, 2009
"Our costumes resemble attire from the late 1800's, and we use beautiful parasols during our performance," team captain Debbie Spears stated in a release sent Sunday. SITE INDEX. (The Palm Beach Post)
Class examines clothing's role in expression Mar 14, 2009
The limited-edition collectible Hello Kitty collaboration includes handbags, charms, necklaces and parasols that range in price from $300 to $2,200. Some of the pieces are extremely limited; for example, there are only three of the charms available in the United States. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Cartagena: The real risk is not wanting to leave Mar 1, 2009
I imagined I would walk outside to meet women in hoop dresses and parasols, waiting to board horse-drawn carriages. When I exited, the parasols were just a dream, but the carriages stood ready, as real as the marble theater steps. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Oscar after-parties flash global glitter Feb 24, 2009
Penn, his co-star Emile Hirsch and "Twilight" hottie Robert Pattinson were among those who enjoyed the outdoor smoking lounge, a recessed area topped with a dozen overturned parasols. The Asian-themed affair featured bonsai trees inlaid in the tables and images of bamboo leaves projected on the walls. (MSNBC -- News)
