Winfrey decorator Nate Berkus coming to S.F. Oct 19, 2008
With his close ties to the fashion industry, the decorator also spends a good amount of time in Italy. "Watching things come down the runway," he said, referring to the recent Milan Fashion Week, "I can then come up with new ideas and interpret them into home design.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Shopping Downtown Lodi is uninteresting Oct 19, 2008
wrote on Oct 18, 2008 8:16 AM:" Jackie, I could not agree more. Downtown Lodi shopping is more "specialized" than "general" shopping. Lodi Cooks has everything under the sun for the kitchen, and they know everything. Fashion Safari is an accessory store for trendy women. Pret is upper end women's wear with a dedicated fan base. Several jewelry stores. A couple photo studios, an outdoor adventure shop, ski & snowboarding, and yes, the many many consignment antique shops. You get my drift.The one... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Even eBay suffering in this economy Oct 18, 2008
However, the preceding boom years were, in counter-cyclical fashion, painful for AllMac. com. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Valley events Oct 16, 2008
Fashion show and luncheon. The Alpha Delta Chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa will present Fashion-A-Plenty, featuring the Quality Shop, at noon, Saturday, Oct. 25, at Kirkwood Adams Community Center. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Sanford Smith Presents ART20, Moder... Oct 14, 2008
will display fine furniture and decorative arts in the British Arts and Crafts style, and the Staley-Wise Gallery (New York City) will touch on a collection of fashion photography, Hollywood portraits, landscape and still-life images. A preview event for the ART20 show will be held on Thurs. (Suite101.com)
Sofia Coppola Oct 14, 2008
" And finally "Marie Antoinette" as royal teen. That controversial movie's music remix underscored Coppola's connection to hip music, as played by Thomas Mars of the French rock band Phoenix, who is her partner and the father of her child. Today in Fashion & Style Coppola read Antonia Fraser's book on Marie-Antoinette and empathized with a young girl in a society "out of time with reality," attempting to create something "down to earth" in the Petit Trianon in a way that was both "ridiculous and... (International Herald Tribune)
Egyptian Revival Accessories Oct 13, 2008
When King Tutankhamun s tomb was discovered in the 1920 s, it was not only an important archeological find, it influenced everything from architecture to fashion ... Vintage fashion fans should note that there were two important Egyptian revival periods in fashion ... When the treasures of King Tut s tomb went on tour in the U.S. in the mid 1970 s, fashion was again influenced by the styles of ancient Egypt. (Suite101.com)
Fashionista Paris Oct 7, 2008
Not only has Gaultier inspected many of the city's public and private spaces as possible sites on which to stage fashion shows, but he's an artist who's always looking for visual appeal, and often finding it in unlikely places ... Weeks earlier, when I'd thought about the picks that I might get from the enfant terrible of French fashion and now the chief designer for Herm. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
Get Your Motor Running: QVC Hits the Open Road with the Orange County Choppers Oct 7, 2008
QVC is committed to providing its customers with thousands of the most innovative and contemporary beauty, fashion, jewelry and home products. Its programming is distributed to more than 166 million homes worldwide. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
A big, old, green smorgasbord: Brooklyn Oct 5, 2008
Bordered roughly by Atlantic Avenue, the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, and Third Avenue, this area has seen the emergence of Smith and Court streets as dynamic dining and shopping destinations, and the rediscovery of Atlantic Avenue, with its plethora of antiques stores, home fashion boutiques, and family-owned Middle Eastern food stores ... Formerly gritty, now super cool, shops include Goldy & Mac for chic women's fashion and Cog & Pearl for jewelry and home decor ... Best newcomer: The Clover... (Boston Globe)
French teenager held over Potter translation Oct 3, 2008
exhibition sales executive - fashion and lifestyle ... Jun 6 2008: The French president joins the fashion world to pay respect to one of the greatest designers of the 20th century. (Yahoo News -- Harry Potter)
A perfect day for California's annual festival Sep 25, 2008
And all was done in a very orderly fashion. The 2008 festival will have to go down as near ideal in activities, entertainment, booths and the very important weather. (California Democrat, MO)
Woman burnt to death after setting her own Sep 23, 2008
Win a trip to an exotic retreat in the Maldives. Navigation - link to other main sections from here. (Times Online)
Victoria's flea fashion Sep 23, 2008
Last Updated: 02:49pm 22 Sep 2008. 3 22 SPONSORED LINKS. (iAfrica.com)
European canal journeys fit for king Sep 21, 2008
Excursions include homes of Napoleon in Malmaison and Monet's house and garden in Giverny, France; Antwerp, Belgium, known as a world diamond and fashion center and city of 17th-century artist Peter Paul Rubens; Bruges, Belgium, where ladies used to sit in doorways making lace; and, in Holland, the Delta Project of dams, sluices and surge barriers to protect the Dutch coastline. Other week-long itineraries: tulip cruise in Holland; France: French wine trip; Burgundy, Champagne, and the Upper... (Boston Globe)
DVD Report: This week's new releases (Sept. 21) Sep 21, 2008
Poor timing seems like a better explanation than the critical knock that Clooney's latest directorial effort fumbles as an old-fashioned screwball comedy ... As a male viewer with no particular interest in high fashion, I always found the show about as comfortable a fit as those masochistic heels obviously were for Parker. (Boston Globe)
Duchess star Keira Knightley wowed by regal regalia Sep 21, 2008
The beautiful English aristocrat was an 18th century celebrity who influenced both fashion and politics ... A fascinating character who was politically so influential, such a huge fashion icon and such a force of nature. (Boston Herald)
Galveston, Texas looks forward to a healing Sunday Sep 21, 2008
New York Fashion Week opens with designers interpreting the troubled economy in different ways. The IHT's managing editor on the Republican convention, Hurricane Gustav and Sarah Palin. (International Herald Tribune)
Shop till you drop Sep 17, 2008
For the latest in cutting edge fashion try the boutiques in trendy Hoxton ... Borough Market is great for food and Camden Market has alternative fashion ... For the hippest fashions, head east to Hoxton, where the terminally trendy gather. (CNN -- International)
Alleged OJ Victim: Memorabilia Belongs to Simpson's Kids Sep 17, 2008
Alleged O.J. Victim: Memorabilia Belongs to Simpson's Kids - E. Alleged O.J. Victim: Memorabilia Belongs to Simpson's Kids. (E! Online)
Opening Statements In O.J. Trial Sep 17, 2008
Fromong testified at a hearing in November that he expected to meet with an anonymous buyer when Simpson arrived with others "in a military invasion fashion.". Fromong said one man wielded a gun while Simpson shouted that items in the room belonged to him and instructed the men with him to gather them up. (CBS News -- US)
O.J.'s 'True Face' Sep 16, 2008
"That's something that Mr. Stewart couldn't help them with because, one and his story has never changed he didn't know the property was stolen, and two, he didn't know there were guns going to be used in that room. After opening statements, the prosecution is expected to call Bruce Fromong, a 54-year-old sports collectibles dealer from North Las Vegas to the stand, according to a witness list that Galanter said prosecutors shared with the defense. Fromong testified at a hearing in November that... (Fox News)
Go green with vintage items Sep 16, 2008
cor and fashion has led many new young buyers in their 20 s and 30 s to discover antiques. The retro look is hot right now, said jewelry dealer Sandy Previte of Thoreauly Antiques. (Concord Journal, MA)
Making it work at Fashion Week Sep 14, 2008
By Jill Radsken / Fashion Week Saturday, September 13, 2008 - Updated 16h ago Boston Herald Fashion ReporterJill Radsken is the Herald's fashion reporter ... The fashion design reality show held its finale at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week here yesterday and the title seems destined for either Korto Momolu or Leanne Marshall ... Next Article in Style & Fashion: Advertisment. (Boston Herald)
Remembering the events of 9/11 Sep 12, 2008
It was great to see Jurrjens get a win, especially in such a fashion. All we need now is a Steve Philips-type Braves homer like on Baseball Tonight to make a case for JJ as a Cy Young candidate. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Romance is in the air at Fashion Week Sep 11, 2008
By Jill Radsken Thursday, September 11, 2008 - Added 8h ago Boston Herald Fashion ReporterJill Radsken is the Herald's fashion reporter ... NEW YORK - Shopping in this economy is no picnic, but fashion designers are revving up quite a garden party come spring, judging by the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week runways ... There s an overtly romantic mood going on, said Michael Fink, women s fashion director for Saks Fifth Avenue. (Boston Herald)
Fashion Week: Hi/Lo Sep 10, 2008
In the corner of a pristine kitchen space - the stove looks sparkly new - is the corset Rihanna wore at Fashion Rocks on Friday night ... " Q of the Day: Do your feet hurt during Fashion Week? What do you do about it? "Complain ... " - Susan Cernek, senior fashion and beauty editor, Glamour.com "Yes, I make my husband rub them. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
France in Cloverdale Sep 7, 2008
Sizzling fashion at S.F. Symphony's gala. Vote for your favorite gown. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Simpson goes to trial in Vegas, dogged by his past Sep 5, 2008
The S.F. Symphony's gala was a fashion riot of bold colors, prints and patterns. Don't criticize Kirsten; DNA tests call a Spade a dad. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Nation gets to know once-obscure governor Sep 5, 2008
" At Biltmore Fashion Park in Phoenix, in the heart of McCain country, Katie Lahaye, 23, discussed the Palin phenomenon Thursday at the Three Dog Bakery, where she works. "I was a little shocked just because nobody knew anything about her," she said. "So I was a little bit eager to learn things about her and how her family is. " She ticks off some of those things: "A mom of five is. (Anchorage Daily News)
Some Really Heavy Monkey Business Sep 4, 2008
The Prada fashion label has its roots in luggage design - and it's clear that the current management knows how to pack 'em in. There's a new parking cop in town - and he earns more than $300,000 a year. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
Weekend Calendar Sep 4, 2008
Join artist Gloria Nilsson for a once-a-month Sunday Afternoon Fashion Workshop from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. beginning Sept. 21. Combine a fashion flair while honing in on drawing skills ... Bring favorite fashion accessories, learn to designer sketch and then arrange them into a graphically exciting still life. (Middletown Press, CT)
Business in brief Sep 1, 2008
Jessica is a 1999 graduate of Crescent Valley High School, and a 2003 graduate of Texas Christian University where she studied fashion merchandising. Prior to her position at Second Glance Annex, Jessica worked as a manger for several Nordstrom stores across the country. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
4-Hers, including Kale Thompson show here with his goat, are getting excited as the the local and state fair dates get closer. The Jackson County Fair will be held Sept. 3-6, the Oklahoma State Fair will be held Sept. 11-21 and the Tulsa State Fair will be held Sept. 25-Oct. 5. Aug 29, 2008
In keeping with tradition, visitors to the fairs will still be able to see a wide variety of 4-H project work in the 4-H exhibits, including woodworking, food preservation, fabrics and fashion, science and technology, shooting sports, wildlife, crops and entomology, and food science and nutrition, just to name a few. Classes for 2008 and all changes made to the 2007 guidelines for both the Oklahoma State Fair and the Tulsa State Fair can be found on the 4-H Web site at. (Altus Times, OK)
Sephora, Bebe join Modesto mall expansion Aug 28, 2008
Women's fashions and beauty products will be on display when the outdoor shopping complex at Vintage Faire Mall opens in November. Called The Village at Vintage Faire, the 60,000-square-foot project's newest tenants are Bebe fashion boutique and Sephora beauty supplies, mall management announced Wednesday ... Coach, a high-end handbag, footwear and accessories store, and Coldwater Creek, a women's apparel, gifts, jewelry and fashion accents retailer, have announced plans for outlets in The... (Modesto Bee, CA)
For sale: 'antiques mansion' to the rich and famous Aug 27, 2008
Lady Pidgeon, a former fashion model at Harrods who was born in Somerset, developed an interest in antiques when she followed her first husband, Major Francis Howells, to Malaysia. When the couple returned to England in the late 1960s, she sold antiques from the boot of her Morris Minor 1000 before buying Great Brampton House. (Independent)
As Seen On Streetside San Diego With Lorrie Jordan Aug 25, 2008
More information on fashions by Donna Marsh ... Join Lorrie Jordan for a look at the fashion of Sex in the City ... Hip hop fasion is high fashion. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Rachel Ashwell Shabby Chic (R) Partners with Jerry Leigh to Launch Sleepwear and Loungewear Line Aug 23, 2008
Jerry Leigh, established in 1962, is a family-owned clothing designer, manufacturer, and brand management company with a philosophy of designing fashion that reflects consumer's lifestyles, utilizing a wide range of brands and licenses. With over 750 employees worldwide, Jerry Leigh distributes to retailers at all tiers of distribution, from boutiques to mass market, and manufacturers apparel for toddlers to adults. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Wild scenes at glimpse of what's on offer Aug 22, 2008
As a thoughtful report in Britain's Antiques Trade Gazette reminds us, it was only a generation ago that Old Masters occupied a seemingly unassailable spot at the top of the art market hierarchy - before art fashions abruptly changed ... Get inside the minds behind the bikinis of one of our biggest fashion labels. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Hey, what do you know? Aug 21, 2008
Fashion, architecture, home decor, furniture design, it's all there ... Loeffler Randall designer Jessie Randall, winner of a 2007 CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America) award for accessories, hails from what locale ... The inaugural Boston Fashion Week took place the same year as what event. (Boston Globe)
A toast to the future from Banana Republic Aug 21, 2008
As Banana Republic celebrates its 30th anniversary, the label diversifies its safari heritage to include city style fashion ... " Which is why BR has gone the extra mile in defining the luxuries of city life not just through fashion but also art. Sleek and chic: Bowtie-necklines and puff sleeves in a simple black jacket. The company's affiliation with the arts began in 1995 when internationally renowned figure artist David Salle was commissioned to produce four murals for its 52nd and 5th Avenue... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
GC 2008: The Sims 3 Available in Stores February 20, 2009 Aug 21, 2008
In true The Sims fashion, you can customize everything. The Sims 3 allows for infinite possibilities to design the interior and exterior of your Sims surroundings. (IGN PC Games)
Back-to-school fashion: New school outfits lurk in the closet Aug 19, 2008
USA TODAY asked CosmoGirl fashion director Tara McBratney to comb the closets of two girls and creatively recycle what's already there, fashioning a school week's worth of fresh outfits from the skirts, sweaters and sandals shoved to the corners. Arielle Kirk, 15 Far Rockaway, N.Y.. (USA Today -- Life)
* RESTAURANTS: Butterfly () Aug 15, 2008
All in all, the interior is an amalgamation of Wen-esque fashion with a meticulous attention to detail ... Some might say we were a picky bunch, because this establishment is more of a trendy lounge where fashionistas come to people-watch ... Butterfly makes a glittery spot for trendoids in the citys fashion hub. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Infotainment Aug 14, 2008
Sydney Fashion FestivalSydney: Models strut along the catwalk during the Charlie Brown Summer Collection at the Sydney Fashion Festival. ap. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Taunting the bear Aug 10, 2008
Suzy Menkes on the fashion world's last homage to the iconic designer. 1. (International Herald Tribune -- Ed/Op)
* 'Shinjuku' or broke Aug 6, 2008
is just one example of the many stores in Shinjuku Plaza that pay homage to Japanese fashion subcultures. In this case the shop is inspired by the kawaii styles of Takeshita Street in Harajuku and advocates the fashion philosophy of remixing (Vf), which encourages people to act as their own stylists. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Maggie lists Fair-est celebs of them all Jul 30, 2008
New parents Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie were also on the list under Best-Dressed Couples while fashionista Karl Lagerfeld made the cut for Best Dressed Fashion Original. The September issue hits the stands Tuesday. (Boston Herald)
More of this story Jul 30, 2008
Fashion District BID110 E. Ninth St., A-1175, (213) 741-2661 for 24-hour public safety assistanceThe yellow-garbed Clean and Safe Team patrols the bustling Fashion District on bike and via cruisers. Central City East Association725 S. Crocker St., (213) 228-8484 This BID covers the Toy and Industrial districts. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Travel briefs Jul 27, 2008
Cars on display will include a 1938 Alfa Romeo 8C-2900B Mille Miglia Spyder, part of fashion designer Ralph Lauren's car collection. The winner of the eight-lap Toyota Race of Legends, scheduled for the final day of the event, will earn $25,000 to be donated to the charity of his choice. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
BocaRaton.com and The Bites! Network Holds First of Series of Atomic 79 Parties(TM) Saturday Night at DELUX Nightclub in Delray Beach to Benefit Charity Jul 26, 2008
The premiere party on Saturday will include fine fashion, artwork, food, cocktails and, most importantly -- GOLD ... "Gorgeous models will act as mannequins in windows and stroll through the crowd covered in gold and high fashion; fine art will be prominently displayed and available for purchase."Partygoers can expect luxury and class and a memorable evening of fun and fantasy. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Planetwide Games Teams Up With 4Kids Entertainment and TC Digital Games For MashON Chaotic(TM) Comic Book Creator Jul 26, 2008
Planetwide Games licenses its technology and its MashON Platform, and is partnering with world-class lifestyle brands and advertisers in entertainment, online portals, video games, motion picture, television, music, sports, fashion, art, and travel. For more information please visit. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Frank Fights Back Jul 24, 2008
Picture him, clad in a meager Atari T-shirt and a ten-dollar haircut, standing his ground against the goliaths of fashion and popularity and beauty. "No," he says. (Ithaca Times, NY)
Are the Braves done? Jul 21, 2008
Braves offense is offensive; I wonder how successful they would be if the opposing pitcher delivered the ball in Slow-Pitch fashion. My guess is, they still would not be able to hit. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Insiders guide to Beijing shopping Jul 17, 2008
"The presence of your big luxury brands is certainly strong," says Robert Cordero, style editor at the JC Report, an online fashion magazine ... Christine Low, show director for Beijing-based fashion events company ACT, says that bargain hunters should head to , which often stocks hip labelsboth eastern and westernat reduced prices ... Things might be expensive, but if you love fashion, a great get is worth its weight in gold. (MSNBC -- Travel)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET Jul 17, 2008
FLIPFLOPFLAP (McManis, Sacramento Bee) --- As versatile as they are comfortable, the rubbery sandals are worn by the young and old, the fashion conscious and fashion oblivious. Too bad, then, that podiatrists and researchers say flip-flops hurt our feet and lead to lower-leg injuries. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
All-Star Week a Ruthian success Jul 17, 2008
During Sunday's Legends rities Softball Game at Yankee Stadium, Whoopi Goldberg gobbled up a grounder to second, turned her hips and perfectly fed fellow comedian Billy Crystal, who dragged his right leg over the bag in textbook fashion and sidearmed a throw to former Yankee star Tino Martinez at first for the twin-killing. "This is my youth," Goldberg told MLB.com's Alyson Footer while gazing around the ballpark. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
NYC & Company Spotlights New York City's Museum and Cultural Institutions as Hidden Shopping Gems Jul 16, 2008
Innovative items can be found at The Metropolitan Museum of Art (), which sells stylish accessories that range from cufflinks to neckerchiefs in character with the new exhibit, Superheroes: Fashion and Fantasy, while the American Folk Art Museum () carries educational and fun license-plate placemats and compass necklaces. The Museum of Modern Art () is producing exhibit-themed goods, including books on Olafur Eliasson, the artist behind The New York City Waterfalls, four man-made waterfall... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Lisbon comes alive Jul 14, 2008
"It is not an old-fashioned city where the women still carry fish on their heads." ... Throw in Lisbon's new world-class art museum, the Berardo Collection Museum, and a nascent fashion scene, and you have Western Europe's fastest-rising cultural center ... Next year may see the much-awaited opening of MuDe, an eight-story museum of international fashion and design. (International Herald Tribune)
'Sesame Street' at Smithsonian Jul 13, 2008
Sesame Street' at Smithsonian - OregonLive. UPDATED: 7 :19 a.m. PDT, July 13, 2008. (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
Best shops, from East Hampton to Istanbul Jul 13, 2008
"[Vacationers] want something that reflects that once-in-a-lifetime experience," says Syl Tang, chief executive of HipGuide, a group of fashion and travel trend-trackers ... Over a dozen new shops opened for summer 2008, including an outpost of contemporary womens retailer Intermix, home furnishings store J. Roaman (48 Newton Lane) and Gail Rothwell (66 Newtown Lane), which offers a collection of high-fashion labels, including Lanvin and Marni. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Notes: R.E.M. releases new EP Jul 13, 2008
" Camp for seniors touts healthy aging Healthy aging will be the theme at a seniors day camp at Hill Chapel Baptist Church from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday. The camp, a joint collaboration between the church and Masters of Social Work students at the University of Georgia, will offer health screenings, educational workshops and nutrition training. In addition, local nonprofit organizations and social service agencies will talk about services available to seniors. There also will be gospel music,... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Designer blends family heirlooms with cutting-edge textiles Jul 3, 2008
Now, the French slipper chairs in the living room - pink-velvet hand-me-downs from her beloved grandmother and namesake, Bonnee, a fashion illustrator and gallery owner in her day - are covered in Sharp's Bellows pattern. The kitchen features Roman shades in her bold, polka-dot Fuzz pattern just above the Ikea table and chairs and the aloe plant tended by her husband, Marc. (AZCentral -- Home)
Top Shops In Summer's Travel Hotspots Jul 3, 2008
Thursday, July 03, 2008. Top Shops In Summers Travel Hotspots Lauren Sherman,Forbes. (Channelnewsasia.com)
Hunting for gems Jul 2, 2008
Matthew Tan, a fashion buyer and devoted indie music fan, noted: If you dont have a job that takes you abroad, I reckon buying vinyl online is the best and cheapest option for music fans who want the latest releases. I pre-ordered the new Portishead album, a double LP, and the Tings Tings debut; they cost me about RM60 to RM70 each (with shipping) from Amazon. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
