Religious events and services Nov 1, 2008
Pilgrim Church is sponsoring a coat drive to support the efforts of the Salvation Army in providing warm outerwear for those in need. Items may be dropped off at the church at any time. (Amesbury News, MA)
L'Oreal Toronto Fashion Week Mar 7, 2008
The final evening of runway shows winds down with Paul Hardy's lusciously feminine looks at 7, practical leather outerwear line RUDSAK at 8, Franke by Kendra Francis (yet another Project Runway participant) at 8:30, and popular favourites Pink Tartan at 9. A closing party follows at C Lounge (456 Wellington Street West). (Suite101.com)
Best of the New: Shopping Jan 27, 2008
Novel fabrics and bold colors update wardrobe staples like jeans, sporty outerwear, and soft knits, with fashion detailing in the women's offerings, such as balloon hems and red patent-leather ballet flats. Martin + Osa, Natick Collection, 508-655-2502. (Boston Globe)
Making material connections with 'New West Coast Design' Dec 30, 2007
Show will highlight "Outer Garments - Inner Warmth," an exhibition of vanishing ethnographic outerwear from a variety of cultures, culled by Chinalai Tribal Antiques and shown alongside works for sale by more than 100 dealers from around the world. Opening-night gala 6-10 p.m. Feb. 7 will benefit the galleries for Art of Africa, Oceania and the Americas and the Textile galleries in the de Young Museum in Golden Gate Park. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Great gifts without the road trip Dec 12, 2007
From sueded fox to sheared beaver, mink and chinchilla, beautiful and long lasting, this warm, functional outerwear has a new twist: reversible, lightweight and waterproof. There are classic styles along with fascinating Italian bling things, and price ranges from hundreds to thousands. (Wood River Journal, ID)
The Dos and Don'ts of Regifting Dec 7, 2007
Don't regift an obvious giveaway: Skip the office- and trade-show schwag -- you know, key chains, coffee mugs, and outerwear with some random company's logo emblazoned upon it. If it was free in the first place, it's worth even less in round two. (MSNBC -- Business)
2007 holiday bazaars Sep 28, 2007
Local and statewide artists, craftsman, photographers, fiber and clay artists display Native artwork, antler carvings, botanical syrups, fleece outerwear, pottery tableware, etched glassware, jewelry, iron work, original artwork and collectors editions, handmade soap, head-to-toe fur, Native Alaskan dolls, Christmas ornaments, candles, packaged salmon and specialty foods, metal sculptures, handcrafted wood boxes, stained glass and more. Plenty of free parking. (Anchorage Daily News)
Back-To-School Looks Parents Will Love Aug 15, 2007
LOOK NO. 3: SPORTY OUTERWEAR. Puffy Jacket: Lands End $59. (CBS News -- Early Show)
