Thursday, March 5, 2009

40 Work & Casual Tote Bags: 2

Urban Jungle Tote $98.00 Guess



"I Love Shoes" Tote $19.99 Payless



Lulu "Do Your Part, Plant a Tree" Canvas Shopper Tote $7.99 sale target.com only



Carla Mancini Tote with Braided Handles $480.00 CoutureCandy.com



Via Spiga PVC 'Fumoso' Large Tote
with removable zip pouch
$54.00
Bluefly.com



Sequin Shimmer Tote $24.80 Forever21



Rebecca Minkoff Croc Embossed Leather 'French Tote' Bag $426.00 Bluefly.com



The Sak 'Indigo' Large Crochet Tote
dyed with eco-friendly pigments
$109.00
Nordstrom



American Eagle Candy Print Tote $22.99 Payless


Bulga 'Mini Marquis' Bowler $489.00 Bluefly.com

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

Is It Too Late to Reposition Your Company or Product?

by A. Brooks
Style and Focus Lifestyle PR

No, it's never too late to re-evaluate and figure out how to reposition yourself to your current customers (clients) or potential new customers (clients). It could be something as simple as changing your company's logo or as complex as overhauling your company's or product's whole image.

For example, Victoria's Secret has reposition it's image with their PINK line which is aimed at college girls. Victoria's Secret has always had an image of sexy sophistication which is aimed at women 21 and over while it's PINK line is more youthful, colorful and playful with a laid-back casual feel. The PINK line started out with loungwear, undergarments and flip flops but has evolved into it's must have PINK Collegiate Collection which includes everything from handbags to bedding. Even though the line is only five years old (it launched in 2004), it's grown into a powerful contender and will keep Victoria's Secret image current and up-to-date as not only a must for sexy sophisticated lingerie and sleepwear but also for college girls to have the hottest collegiate essentials.

You may not have the huge budget to update your business or expand a product but you can re-evaluate your company's image and see if it needs to be updated or if there is a new target market your can aim your product at. With the slow economy you have a real opportunity to take a honest look at your company or a certain product and weigh the strengths and weakness and go from there.

After the evaluation you may not see a need to make any changes but for a business to stay competitive a few changes along the way is beneficial and valuable.


Style & Focus Lifestyle PR is a strategic and creative freelance based company catering to small businesses in the Lifestyle, Fashion and Beauty market. We provide clients with original ideas, services and personal attention through promotion and increased public awareness. For more information contact Style and Focus Lifestyle PR: styleandfocusfreelance@yahoo.com

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Diane von Furstenberg Spring 09 RTW: Part 1

Diane von Furstenberg is one of my favorite designers because she continues to mix things up so that each season isn't the same design. Her spring collection invoke the feel of a carefree vibe and it's sort of a cross between hippie chic and Renaissance fair. There's also an ethereal effect with the flowy dresses and skirts along with the beautiful headpieces.


40 Work & Casual Tote Bags: 1

I can't help it. I just love Tote Bags. I probably have more than I should but I use them from carrying my laptop to grocery shopping. They're low-key and casual, sophisticated and glamorous, polished and professional, all in one little bag.

Merona Large Tote $22.99 Target



"I Love Shoes" Mid Tote $19.99 Payless



Tory Burch 'Nico' Leather Tote $535.00 Nordstrom



Drea Faux Leather Tote $32.80 Forever21



Hobo International Multi Braid Strap Shopper $388.00 Nordstrom



Cabo Straw Large Shopper $22.99 Payless



Tassel Tote
Cotton Canvas with Leather Tassel
$49.50
Gap



"I Love Shoes" Rugby Stripe Mid Tote $17.99 Payless



Two Pocket Tote $15.00 sale Oldnavy.com only
























Kate Spade Tamarind Cove Beach Shay
$325.00
Katespade.com

Tuesday, March 3, 2009

Boutique Chic: The Shop Floor Project


I love finding clothes and accessories that have an international flair to them and a website that I love to visit, The Shop Floor Project (theshopfloorproject.com), though unable to shop from here because they currently do not ship to the U.S., that still doesn't stop me from viewing the unique items that are being shown from funky earrings to beautiful scarves.

This visually creative UK website was created and designed by mother and daugther team Samantha and Denise Allan. According to their website, "the aim of this site is to sell, exhibit, and commision works by the most interesting artists and designers from around the world".

Even though I can't purchase a thing, there's always something different and interesting to view.

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Handbags/Totes: What Were D&G Thinking?



Dolce & Gabbana ruffled 'Miss Rouche' top handle bag
retail value: $1,895.00

This is one of the ugliest bags I have ever seen from D&G. This 'Miss Rouche' bag resembles a wrinkled old garbage bag with handles and for that amount of money I hope to get something more stylish than a garbage bag. They can do a lot better than this. You can find something similar at a few eco-stores that sell recycled bags.


What do you think? Hit or Miss?

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Friday, February 27, 2009

Museum Exhibit: The Art of Watchmen


What: The Art of Watchmen

The Museum of Comic and Cartoon Art – MoCCA proudly presents The Art of Watchmen. This exhibition looks at the many incarnations of the Watchmen universe: from Dave Gibbons' original character designs sketches, to the art from the acclaimed graphic novel to the stills from the highly anticipated film by Zack Snyder. The Art of Watchmen is curated by Peter Sanderson and Ellen S. Abramowitz.

On view will be photographs by Clay Enos of the Watchmen movie cast, Watchmen-related photos from director Zack Snyder's "war-room" and original artwork from the graphic novel co-created and illustrated by Dave Gibbons. The Art of Watchmen explores the way in which the comics and cinema versions each combine fiction with reality to create an alternative universe that provides incisive commentary on our contemporary times. The exhibition will focus on visual iconography from Watchmen, primarily the main characters: The Comedian, Dr. Manhattan, Nite Owl, Ozymandias, Silk Spectre, and Rorschach. We will show how each character evolved, through artist Dave Gibbons’ concept sketches to their depiction in the comics culminating in their incarnations on screen.


When:
March 6th - May 2nd

Where:
The Museum of Comic and Cartoon Art
594 Broadway, Suite 401
New York, NY 10012
Tel: 212-254-3511

Hours:
Tuesday - Saturday 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Price/Fee:
MoCCA Member: Free
General Admission: $5
Children 12 and under: Free


The Art of Watchmen is sponsored by Warner Bros. Additional support for MoCCA comes from the Ann and Will Eisner Family Foundation, and the members of MoCCA. Special thanks to Reed Exhibitions, Titan Books and Wizard Universe.