Wednesday, March 7, 2007

Style and Focus News Bites

** mark. cosmetics (avon) forms partnership with The Hills star Lauren Conrad. She will be the first-ever spokesmodel for the brand, in her new role, she will partner with mark, and collaborate in both beauty and fashion initiatives. (per meetmark.com)

** Renowned Director, Chris Robinson will direct BET's RIP THE RUNWAY. BET announced that veteran film and hip-hop director Chris Robinson will direct BET's annual fashion and music fete, RIP THE RUNWAY at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City, March 6, 2007.

** MAC launches 'Rubia' a new lipstick exclusively from Paulina Rubio.

** Bill Cosby sits down for an in-depth conversation with comedian and SIRIUS host Jim Breuer Exclusively on SIRIUS Satellite Radio Thursday, March 15 @ 6pm ET on Raw DogComedy Uncensored, channel 104.

** Nightclub & Bar Launches International Trade Show in Mexico City in 2008. Oxford Publishing Inc., producer of "The Show" in Las Vegas, has announced the launch of an international Nightclub & Bar show to be held in Mexico City in June of 2008.

** On Tuesday's episode of The View Rosie O'Dennell spoke on the double standard of American Idol with the incident of Frenchie Davis being kicked off of season 2 who admitted to having racy photos on the internet. While the current contestant Antonella Barba has been allowed to remain on the show despite also having racy photos appearing on the web.

Tuesday, March 6, 2007

What was Fendi thinking?


(photo credit: eLUXURY.com)

This is not a good look for women's shoes. Designers are always creating new looks but why add a kitten heel to a wedge sandal.

Yes, it's inventive but it's not up to the standards of Fendi.

Product information (from eLUXURY.com)
Fendi Shark Wedge Leather Sandal $485.00
* Soft grained leather
* Leather vamp with double-round buckle detail
* Ankle strap with golden buckle
* Leather-covered platform wedge with lacquered kitten heel
* Smooth leather insole with grained leather logo heel patch
* Rubber Fendi sole
* 5" heel with 1.25" platform
* Made in Italy

One to watch: Drew Fuller


(Photo Credit: Bryan Scott Brunick/Heavenly-Charmed.com)

Drew Fuller may not be a household name but his career is heating up with four upcoming projects.

2007 is shaping up to be a great year for him, he has the lead role as Jason Stevens in the movie, The Ultimate Gift also starring James Garner, Bill Cobbs, Brian Dennehy and Abigail Breslin (Little Miss Sunshine) which will be in theaters March 9th.

Drew's second project will be the new Lifetime TV series, Army Wives starring Kim Delaney and Catherine Bell which will be premiering sometime in March. His third and fourth projects are both movies: 1) Blonde Ambition playing Jessica Simpson's boyfriend and 2) Loaded playing a friend of Jesse Metcalfe's (Desperate Housewives) character.

From his role as Chris Halliwell on Charmed he has gained a fan base where there are numerous websites, fansites and blogs dedicated to him.I think he has a future in Hollywood and if I had the chance I wouldn't mind being his publicist because he will go far. Hopefully he stays away from the young hollywood scene.

For more information, visit:Drew Fuller IMDB profile

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Monday, March 5, 2007

What Happened To The News?

by Lifestyle Guru

The news, both local and national has turned from reporting important information to reporting about celebrity gossip, being biased and showing truly negative news. The constant attention given to Anna Nicole Smith was excessive, there are other things going on in the world and to devote that much time to her was just too much in my opinion.

It has also been noted that when someone who is missing is Black, Hispanic, Asian or another ethnicity they are rarely shown on national news. If not for the constant efforts of family members and friends of the victims then they might not garner any national attention. This issue has been a topic on some TV shows such as Without a Trace and CSI: Miami.

I understand that there is not enough time to devote to people that are missing on the national news, but I just don't think it's right to focus so much attention on some and not others. Are some lives more of value than others?

Why isn't there a nationally aired TV show that focus on the missing? This could give families a way to let people know that their family member is missing. Kidnaped victims have been found in other states.

I once read an article about how there is no profit in reporting positive and inspirational news. What sells is sensational and negative news, which is why the last few minutes are used to showcase any quirky or positive news.

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Friday, March 2, 2007

Style and Focus News Bites

** January was a slow month for South Florida tourism. According to the Miami Herald, The 2007 tourism season started slowly in South Florida, with hotel occupancy rates and traffic through at least one airport down in January.

** Suze Orman’s latest book “Women & Money,” broke into the top 10 business titles at Barnes & Noble online the final week of December.

** Limited to Shrink Apparel And Grow Victoria's Secret. On the agenda for 2007: more downsizing in the apparel division and aggressive expansion for Victoria's Secret, along with moderating inventory levels after last year's fourth-quarter buildup (WWD).

** Gap is cutting Marketing, stores and courting older shoppers. Thursday continued the downward slide, with a reporting of a 35 percent drop in earnings and 7 percent decline in comparable store sales in the fourth quarter, and then making it clear to investors there is a long recovery road ahead.

** Vanessa Minnillo Signs With Flirt! Cosmetics as 'Guest Creator' for 2007.

** Carlos by Carlos Santana Footwear Kicks Off Celebrity Shoe Auction to Improve Women's Heart Health. The Red Shoe Celebrity Auction, an online auction of celebrity-autographed footwear to benefit several health organizations. All shoes will also be on display at http://www.spiritofwomen.com/redshoe, where the public can sign-up to receive updates on celebrity shoe-signings.

Thursday, March 1, 2007

The Scent of Bryant Park


Bond no. 9 latest new scent Bryant Park is a take on the busy midtown site that host the ever expanding New York City Fashion Week. This enchanting scent contains patchouli, rose, lilly and a surprising hint of pepper, raspberry and rhubarb to enhance it.
Prices:
1.7 fl oz. $125
3.4 fl oz. $185
For more information: Bond no. 9

Style and Focus News Bites

** Krispy Kreme will be featuring a whole wheat donut that has 10% few calories than the regular Krispy Kreme donut.

** The Peach Martini is the latest drink for happy hour. The cocktail is the creation of bartender Barry Baughn at Shanghai Red's, 235 S. Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. The drink contains Absolut Apeach, triple sec, orange juice, peach schnapps and a splash of cranberry.

** According to WWD, Bluefly sales are up but still losing money. Despite a 27.5 percent sales gain, Bluefly Inc. said on Wednesday that it posted a widened loss for the fourth quarter ended Dec. 31.

** The most viewed Fall 2007 Fashion Collection on Style.com is Marc Jacobs with 3,535,817 page views.

** McDonald's may add speciality drinks to their menu such as smoothies, iced coffee and other specialty coffees