Friday, December 21, 2012

Mizner Park: Boca Raton's "One Sensational City Block" Gears Up for 20th Anniversary

Talk about tempting your taste buds – all 10,000 of them. Tastemakers at Mizner Park, a progressive tastings and cocktail pairings party gets underway September 14 and 15 in Downtown Boca Raton. Chefs from many of Boca Raton's finest restaurants who call Mizner Park home will be serving up specialties. With each tasting, guests will enjoy a perfectly matched cocktail. By visiting http://www.miznerpark.com and purchasing a $25 VIP pass, guests can choose to enjoy all the restaurants on a single night or over both dates (one tasting and pairing per restaurant), along with special discount dining promotions now through October, exclusively for ticket holders.

As Downtown Boca Raton's Mizner Park marks 20 years in January 2011, its well-earned reputation as a 'must-visit' destination. In a single city block unlike any other, Mizner Park invites visitors to spend an hour or an entire day enjoying its rare mix of commerce and culture. Beth Hendrick, Mizner Park marketing manager, said, "Mizner Park continues to reinvent itself two decades after opening as a national model of new urban development. It has remained the heart of downtown for good reason."

In all, Mizner Park now features more than a dozen dining spots and more than 40 shops, along with the Boca Raton Museum of Art, the Schmidt Family Centre for the Arts amphitheater at Mizner Park and Mizner Park Cinema. As a dining destination, Mizner Park is home to new restaurant "anchors", with lively outdoor patio bars. ZED451, at the center's south end, features an inventive menu of modern upscale grilling and seasonal Harvest Tables. Uncle Julio's Fine Mexican Food is an authentic border-style Mexican restaurant making its Florida debut. Villagio's Italian Eatery, with a menu of traditional Italian specialties, and Gary Rack's RACKS Downtown Eatery + Tavern have joined the roster of center court restaurants. A new outdoor bar at long-time favorite Max's Grille and Truluck's, which operates its own fleet of crab fishing boats, draw rave reviews. For pub fare and
late night entertainment, The Dubliner is a hot spot.

Foodies will also enjoy The Cheese Course specialty shop and bistro with over 150 of the world's finest cheeses, presented with expert counsel, education, tastings and events. Also, at The Spice and Tea Exchange, knowledgeable spice experts help guests "tour the world", enjoying the aromas and tastes of traditional and exotic offerings.

Mizner Park is a jewelry shoppers' paradise, too. D. Stern Jewelers offers clients the choice of creating custom-made pieces using their own diamonds and stones or choosing from their vast selection of quality pieces. Les Bijoux has brought a special shopping experience to Mizner Park with its suite of boutiques featuring fine watches and jewelry, including Jaeger-LeCoultre, F.P. Journe, Van Cleef & Arpels and Cartier.    

Distinctive boutiques cater to children as well. These include purveyor of trendy children's goods, Genius Jones, favored by stylish celeb moms like Gwyneth Paltrow and Stella McCartney. Janie and Jack is the Mizner Park shop for classic children's clothing.

Francesca's Collections, one of the fastest-growing women's fashion retailers in the country, has made Mizner Park its latest location, bringing shoppers an eclectic, carefully chosen "treasure trove" of gifts, apparel, home accessories and jewelry from all over the world. Swim 'N Sport offers designer women's swimwear and accessories from collections including La Blanca, Calvin Klein, Anne Cole, Jessica Simpson, Ralph Lauren RL Blue, Body Glove and many more.

On the cultural and entertainment scenes, the new Mizner Park Cultural Arts Center, is home to a new black box theater. The popular Boca Raton Museum of Art's 2011 exhibits include Valerio Adami, the European artist, who's work is steeped in political, social and moral mythologies; and Robert Cottingham: Twenty Ways to See a Star, acclaimed photorealist painter and printmaker.

Visitors also will enjoy signature annual Mizner Park events. The March Boca Bacchanal Grand Tasting at Mizner Park invites guests to sample delicious by-the-bite specialties from top local restaurants and an exceptional presentation of more than 100 women's coats featured wines.

The Schmidt Family Centre for the Arts' annual Festival of the Arts Boca in March brings notables to the stage. In 2010, these included the Russian National Orchestra, Opera's reigning diva Renee Fleming and literary stars including author Doris Goodwin to town. The Centre's Count de Hoernle Amphitheater calendar features regular Cinema in the Park and a Summer Music Series.

Mizner Park is located on Federal Highway, between Glades and Palmetto Park roads in downtown Boca Raton. For more information, visit http://www.miznerpark.com for a full roster of shops, restaurants, cinema listings and events information, or call 561-362-0606.

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Kiss Me Deadly Release Two Collections for Autumn/Winter 2010

Kiss Me Deadly announce the release of their two vintage inspired collections. Made in the UK, a selection classic girdles and suspenders, all shot in the film noir style as befits their name. Limited editions for the season are all shown as a twist on the role of women during the war, with 40's and 50's styling - perfect for the Autumn trends.

"I mentioned the war once, but I think I got away with it."

Looking back at the 40s, it's easy to think of the war years as a glamour-free zone, all dungarees, knotted hankies on heads and land girls in functional tweeds and chunky knits. But i women's coats t only takes a glance at photos of people on a night out to the cinema, a dance or a dinner date to realise how wrong that impression is. There may not always have been a steady supply of nylons, and lipstick may have been home made, but with the smouldering likes of Joan Fontaine and Katharine Hepburn onscreen, no woman worth her salt was going to look any less than glamorous!

Kiss Me Deadly's 2010 limited edition range is influenced not just by British women's determination to look glam under fire – even girls on public information posters showed off perfect makeup – but also a period in history where women first truly started making their mark in what was previously a man's world. Not just keeping the wheels of industry working in factories and offices, but also in intelligence, the armed forces, even showing the nerves of steel required to be a secret agent in enemy territory. It was also a turning point in bra development, as two were supplied as part of women's uniforms!

Colourways for this season include sophisticated gun metal platinum and moody, seductive midnight blue – perfect for nights out on the town, or even for wearing under business wear for undercover glamour. The platinum finish features in the previously sold-out Sirena style, while the blue is the latest colour to adorn the perennially popular Alouette range. The other big fabric for the season is a fun but stylish satin print featuring a range of beautifully drawn items from shoes and flowers to powder compacts, in a contemporary take on a retro 40s style. This fabric is used for an all new longline bra, girdle, reversible knickers and two styles of 6 strap suspender belt. All of the printed lingerie items are made in Great Britain, as is our new teddy – available in black or peach.

These new limited edition items will be released at a rate of one or two styles per month in the run-up to Christmas, with retail prices ranging from ?15 to ?40 per item.

"Keep away from the windows. Somebody might ... blow you a kiss. "

Kiss Me Deadly – Classic Suspenders and Girdles made in the UK!

They always say that blondes have more fun, that the good girls always come out on top, and well, that's just a lie, isn't it? If you've ever seen a sultry femme fatale like Barbara Stanwyk or Rita Hayworth, beautifully poised, totally in control, and wrapping some poor silly man round her little finger, you just know she knows how to have a better time than some simpering 'nice' girl.

Kiss Me Deadly lingerie celebrates the femme fatale in all her stylish glory, with lingerie that perfectly reflects the poised, sculptured look of film noir's most attractive, vampish women, and fits perfectly with so many outfits, from your smartest contemporary business-wear to a fun 40s retro look.

The Kiss Me Deadly permanent range encompasses a wide range of girdles and suspender belts, all made in the UK, covering a range of styles and all with a tailored feel and a sexy, dangerous edge.

The pieces range in price from ?25 to ?40, and each item comes in a six garter tab style, with all metal fastenings throughout, for longer-lasting style, and suspense you can rely on. The styles are shown worn with Cervin pure nylon 50s style stockings, available in both classic and fabulous fashion shades. The roll-on girdle is also available in blue or pink, to match Cervin's seamed and contrast top stockings.

Kiss Me Deadly recognise that many women feel comfortable in vintage styles, and seek out contemporary clothing that hearkens back to the 40's and 50's. But while the kitsch, colourful pin-up look is great for some, others prefer a more sophisticated, sleek look with an edge. Kiss Me Deadly specialise in femme fatale glamour, with many limited editions and colourways available for one season only, to guarantee exclusivity to our customers. All our items come with metal garter tabs, for all day suspense, and modern fabrics, for an easy, comfortable fit that will adapt to pretty much any body-shape.

Kiss Me Deadly styles are available at their website or through a range of stockists worldwide.

For more information or high resolution images, contact info(at)kissmedeadly(dot)co(dot)uk, or see http://www.kissmedeadly.co.uk

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Wednesday, December 19, 2012

EcoPlum Launches its First Recycled Fiber Clothing Label, Repair The World®, with its Eco Friendly, Socially Responsible Apparel

EcoPlum and Tulong LLC announced today their partnership bringing Tulong's Repair The World?, Reparel?, and Sloungewear? brands of sustainable, comfortable apparel to EcoPlum's e-commerce platform and green shopping rewards site. The eco friendly and socially responsible clothing line is sourced from pre-consumer textile scraps and post-consumer plastic bottles in an innovative approach to textile design.

Gia Machlin, Founder and CEO of EcoPlum said, "We are so excited to be working with Mark Heiman and Alan Brown and their team at Tulong to launch Repair The World? apparel in our EcoShop. We admire their socially responsible mission to create clothing from materials that would otherwise end up as landfill and then to give back part of their profits to people and communities in need. This is a double win for us because our shoppers get to buy this very comfy, appealing, environmentally friendly clothing line and they get to earn EcoChipz for future purchases, or donations to environmental causes."

Mark Heiman, President and one of the founders of Tulong LLC, the apparel company behind the Repair the World? brand said "We are very pleased and honored to partner with Gia and Ecoplum. Ecoplum is a tremendous resource for green and sustainable lifestyles and living, and Gia is an informed advocate for environmental and social issues. We share a common thread in our triple bottom line approach to business".

Tulong LLC manufactures people-friendly and earth-friendly clothing that gives back to the world. The clothing lines launched on the EcoShop go by the name Reparel? and Sloungewear? and consist of T-shirts, hoodies, yoga pants, and Sloungewear? for Men, Women, and Kids. Reparel? = recycle + apparel clothing is made with recycled cotton from pre-consumer colored fabric scraps and recycled polyester from post consumer plastic bottles. By using recycled color cottons, no new color dyes are used. The Sloungewear? line uses the same unique textile process to provide ultra comfortable apparel for a relaxed, or active, lifestyle. The company requires certification of raw material sources, minimizes its impact on the environment, and promotes fair labor practices.

"Mark is a patent-holder and recognized leader in sustainable textile design and apparel, with over 30 years' experience", added Gia Machlin.

EcoPlum, a green shopping rewards site and eco-information destination for green lifestyles, selects products for its EcoShop with recognized eco-labels or clear recycled content. Chic sustainable clothing and accessories have been available on EcoPlum for some time, but Repair the World? is the first clothing line on the site made from recycled materials.    

About EcoPlum

EcoPlum is a green shopping rewards site and eco-information destination for eco-friendly living, making it fun, easy and rewarding to go green. Purchases through EcoPlum earn EcoChipz, used for discounts on future purchases, or donations to environmental causes. The EcoShop selects products and vendors with recognized eco-labels or products made from recycled content. EcoPlum's mission is to foster environmental stewardship by educating and empowering consumers to make responsible choices. The team at EcoPlum wants to engage with a community of people who are conscious of their daily habits, purchases, and impact on the world's limited resources. More information about EcoPlum is available at http://www.ecoplum.com

About Tulong

Founded in 2008, Tulong LLC is a for profit social enterprise that partners with and sells Repair the World? eco-apparel (recycled colored cotton and recycl women's coats ed polyester) to retailers, socially responsible organizations, and conscious consumers who value sustainability, social action and social justice. Guided by the values of corporate social responsibility, transparency & accountability, and sustainable business practices, Tulong is committed to helping repair the world by selling comfortable, multi-use sustainable clothing where profits support global, sustainable development through livelihood training, by creating employment opportunities, and by improving underdeveloped community infrastructure. More information about Tulong LLC can be found at http://www.tulongllc.com

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Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Fashionista Outlet Give Designer Clothing Fans a Chance to Win a New Piece for their Collection

Fashionista are celebrating London Fashion Week by giving away a Versace shirt and a Cavalli bag to lucky Fashionistas. London Fashion week runs from 18th to 23rd February and it offers the biggest range of catwalk shows for men's designer clothes and women's designer clothes. All the big name designers will be showcasing their latest collections and top retailers and fashion forecasters will be vyin fashion coats online g for front row seats to make sure they pick up on the latest men's designer clothes trends.

The competition has been launched at http://www.fashionista-outlet.com and fans of designers men's clothing and designer women's clothing could win either a ?448 Cavalli bag or ?258 Versace shirt. To enter simply fill out your details and recommend 3 friends to fashionista-outlet.com. The promotion is open to all UK and international customers, closing date: Thursday, 31st March 2011.

ABOUT: Fashionista Outlet is a London-based retailer that offers great savings on women's designer brands and men's designer brands. Fashionista Outlet has built up a remarkable reputation with its online retail service offering customer's incredible savings on a huge range of men's designer clothes and accessories.

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Friday, December 14, 2012

Thursday, December 13, 2012

World Sports and Fitness Clothing Market to Reach US$126.8 Billion by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Intersection of sportswear, leisurewear, and fitness clothing is steadily obscuring the difference between sports apparel, fitness clothing, and casual, active wear, thereby leading to changes in target audiences. Changing lifestyles, and attitude towards fitness outerwear, are dictating fashion trends with women exhibiting a proclivity towards fashionable workout wear. Growing emphasis on versatility, convenience, fashion, comfort, style, and performance is creating a strong demand for sports and fitness apparel, which offer both functional performance, and style appeal. Upscale product innovations presently in vogue are low-rise yoga pants, bright colors, and embellished T-shirts. Given the tendency to associate sports and fitness apparel with health, and well being, the spotlight is presently on the type of fabric used in sports and fitness wear. Backed by growing awareness and astute consumer attention to the fabric used, performance fabrics such as, lightweight, breathable micro fibers, and micro fleece fibers, are rising in popularity and demand. New generation fibers with moisture management features are expected to drive demand for contemporary sports and active outdoor wear.

The growth spurt in the world travel industry, and the growing popularity of adventure travel, are also expected to translate into expanded opportunities for fitness and active outerwear. On the retail front, conventional sporting goods players vie with fashion stores while department stores compete with mass merchandisers and sporting goods chains, in a bid to capture a pie of this lucrative market. Online stores are gaining in popularity, especially among young adults, given their exposure to technology, and familiarity with the internet. Consumers are increasingly exhibiting widely disparate preferences, classy tastes, and a marked inclination towards retail outlets that offer convenience, variety, flexibility and class.

The world sports and fitness clothing market is dominated by the United States, cornering a share of over 62% for the year 2006, as stated by the recent report published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. The United States is followed by Europe and Asia-Pacific. Guided by strong GDP growth, rising standards of living, higher disposable incomes, and greater indulgence in outdoor activities, sports and fitness clothing market in Asia-Pacific is estimated at US$14.3 billion. Sports apparel market in Asia-Pacific is projected to register a CAGR of 4.4% for the period 2001 through 2010. Fitness clothing market in Europe is expected to be approximately US$15.8 billion in 2010.

Leading global and regional players operating in the industry include Adidas, Nike, Reebok, Nautica, Louis Garneau Junior, Levi Strauss, JJB Sports Plc, Guilford, Gildan Activewear, Descente Ltd, Columbia Sportswear, Benetton Group and Foot Locker Inc, among others.

The report titled "Sports and Fitness Clothing: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of the retail structure, market trends, drivers, issues, challenges, competition, fashions trends, changing consumer preferences, and demographic trends. Richly annotated with authoritative, and unbiased commentaries, and hard-to-find statistical facts, the report provides unequivocal views on future potential while throwing light on the prevailing climate in key regional markets. Product markets analyzed in the report include Sports Apparel, and Fitness Clothing. Latent demand patterns in product markets are quantified across major geographic market verticals including the United States, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America, among others. Also provided in the report is an enumeration of recent mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic industry activities.

For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/MCP-1006.asp.

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Global Industry Analysts, Inc., (GIA) is a reputed publisher of off-the-shelf market research. Founded in 1987, the company is globally recognized as one of the world's largest market research publishers. The company employs more than 700 people worldwide and publishes more than 880 full-scale research reports each year. Additionally, the company also offers a range of more than 60,000 smaller research products including company reports, market trend reports and industry reports encompassing all major industries worldwide.

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Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Stanzino.com, a Clothing, Costume Jewelry, and Fragrance Company, Expands to Now Offer More Quality Women's Clothing

By recently announcing an across-the-board increase in its selection of quality clothing and women's clothing, Los Angeles-based Stanzino.com, an online discount men and women's clothing, fashion accessories, fragrances, costume jewelry and fashion jewelry dealer, has moved itself into top-of-mind status for those who value qu Tips: Find Street Fashion Online(may be you can find what you want on the oasap.com) ality clothing and women's clothing, including discontinued and hard-to-find lines.

Stanzino.com's company-wide expansion has added a wider array of clothing and women's clothing to its already large selection of discounted name brand, discontinued, and hard-to-find clothing, women's clothing, and apparel.

As one of the best clothing and women's clothing outlets in America, Stanzino.com offers fashionable and popular clothing and women's clothing, special offers, and also the most recent products on the market. Its line of clothes and women's clothing includes the most popular blouses, skirts, pants, jeans, dresses, active wear, sweaters, jackets, lingerie, swimwear, and mismatched wear in all sizes, as well as shoes, accessories, and sunglasses. Stanzino.com also has the newest styles as they are being introduced. All of the clothing and women's clothing is also offered at some of the lowest possible prices found on the internet.

Besides its own warehouse expansion, Stanzino.com has joined with several other well-stocked warehouses, suppliers, and manufacturers worldwide. With a large supply of blouses, skirts, pants, jeans, dresses, active wear, sweaters, jackets, lingerie, swimwear, and mismatched wear in all sizes, as well as shoes, accessories, and sunglasses, among other items, Stanzino.com now either has a specific product in stock, or else its experts will help customers locate whatever they may be seeking.

The professional sales staff at Stanzino.com is specially trained to help clothing and women's clothing consumers decide exactly which specific items they may need. Stanzino.com also helps its clients find even the rarest clothing and women's clothing. If they do not have a hard-to-find item in stock, Stanzino.com offers to help locate anything and everything that a customer may be looking for, and at the best price available.

Since all products that Stanzino.com sells are reviewed to ensure guaranteed high quality standards, the company also promises that even the discontinued and hard-to-find products it sells will also always meet with the customer's complete satisfaction. The company's leaders preach great customers service techniques to their employees, and they back this up by offering this service to consumers.

Stanzino.com started in business several years ago, and continues to specialize in offering discount men and women's clothing, fashion accessories, fragrances, costume jewelry, and fashion jewelry at low prices. By this expansion, Stanzino.com now carries a wider array of clothing and women's clothing

Stanzino.com has now also improved its website to make it easier for consumers to use. This safe-and-secure website is primarily based on its customer feedback, and has additional information about many products than ever before. Also new is an offer of free shipping at US

Stanzino.com is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time and can be reached at 1-888-877-8420 or online at http://www.stanzino.com.

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Online Shopping Leader MyReviewsNow.net Features Biggest Sale of Season at LordandTaylor.com

People who want to shop online for top men's, kid's and women's clothing can now head to consumer reviews leader MyReviewsNow.net's affiliate partner lordandtaylor.com, and take advantage of their best sale of the season.

For a limited time, LordandTaylor.com is offering amazing discounts on fall coats, ladies' shoes, men's topcoats, towels and sheets, and much more. Plus, people who shop online now and spend over $99 will enjoy free shipping. They'll also get free shipping on any perfume and fragrance order over $49.

"When it comes to chic top quality womens clothing and other hot fashions for men and kids, people all over the world trust LordandTaylor.com," commented an Affiliate Relationship Spokesperson from MyReviewsNow.net. "In fact, Lord and Taylor – sometimes known as L & T – has been serving customers since 1826, and is the oldest department store of its kind in America. Obviously, you don't make it nearly 200 years in any marketplace unless you know how to delight customers and deliver value."

People who want to shop online and save big during LordandTaylor.com's biggest sale of the season on women's clothing and more, can start their journey at MyReviewsNow.net's Online Department Stores Portal. They can also read helpful consumer reviews that have been left by other shoppers. Consumers can also visit coloreddenimjeans.com for other MyReviewsNow offerings.

For more information or media inquiries, contact Lina Andrade at info(at)myreviewsnow(dot)net. Press release issued by SEOChampion.com.

About MyReviewsNow.net

An Internet superstore of services, products and publications available online, MyReviewsNow.net is an Internet travel agent and business directory that sets itself apart from similar sites by offering both professional reviews and consumer reviews on the Internet's hottest offerings in a fun, simple format that is easy for visitors to shop online and enjoy. Plus, MyReviewsNow.net is 100% free, open 24/7, and the best way avoid crowded malls and parking lots.

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SEO Champion was started in 1999 and is owner operated by Michael Rotkin, SEO Specialist for over 17 years. Michael Rotkin's goal for his clients is to "own" keyword placements for the top 3 slots organically, so that his clients can earn a higher return on investment from their advertising dollars. Rotkin realizes the value of SEO over Pay-Per-Click campaigns, where click-throughs are generally more expensive and harder to convert into sales. SEOChampion's intense work ethic can be seen in daily and weekly rep Tips: Find Street Fashion Online(may be you can find what you want on the oasap.com) orts that show progress through organic keyword gain. This effort is the reason his SEO firm has been able to build a loyal client base for many years. Learn more at SEO Champion.

Saturday, December 8, 2012

Earth Day Special Report: Green Singles Find Love Online

There's some sexy correspondence happening between eco-savvy singles on a popular green dating site, http://www.PlanetEarthSingles.com. Conversations may include his steaming hot composting methods and her choice of eco-consc women's coats ious clothing made from bamboo and hemp. There is a new "sexy" on the rise and it has nothing to do with how much money he makes or how "hot" she looks. It's more about the size of his carbon footprint and how she turns off the water while shaving her legs.

Why is this burgeoning group flocking to online dating sites like Planet Earth Singles? Global warming, air pollution, water pollution, radiation poisoning and overpopulation are strongly influencing many people's priorities, including the type of person they want to meet and marry. There is a growing trend of single environmentalists searching out eco-savvy partners on the Internet. Janet Ingraham, a member on Planet Earth Singles says, "It's not so easy to ask if he recycles and buys locally grown, sustainable organic food while standing in line at the Post Office, so being able to easily find environmentally conscious men all on one site is very efficient!"

Niche online dating sites like Planet Earth Singles attract only eco-conscious singles, so the pool of members has already been "screened" just by the nature of the site. As a member, one can use specific search criteria to narrow the field of potential candidates and zoom in on those that are truly good matches. For example, one can search for non-smoking, politically liberal, conscious/spiritual, vegans.

Launched on Earth Day, 2006, Planet Earth Singles has grown quickly, proving the increasing popularity and growing demand for eco-friendly dating sites. From hard-core environmentalists to the Prius driving commuter, they all have one thing in common; the members consider themselves "green singles" looking to meet the same. On Planet Earth Singles, various members' professions include teachers, humanitarians, corporate types, massage therapists, authors, healers, activists, doctors, business owners, environmental engineers and social workers. Members can be found in almost every country with the highest concentration in the United States, followed by The UK, Canada and Australia. There are more women than men on the site with the majority falling between 28 to 67 years old.

Jill Crosby, owner and founder of http://www.PlanetEarthSingles.com, an environmentalist, says she is touched by the moving success stories flooding in weekly. Surprisingly enough, many of these success stories are from people that live in different locations, sometimes even different countries. Crosby states, "Because the site offers videos, in-depth "conscious" essays, instant messaging, a comprehensive compatibility test and a risqué Sexual IQ (Intimacy Quotient), the members practically know each other before corresponding via email or talking on the phone. Once they meet in person the sparks of new love are likely to fly."

The Conscious Dating Network, Crosby's company, has recently launched http://www.ConsciousEvents.com, an events website where event promoters and facilitators can list their events, retreats, workshops, travel trips, drum circles…etc. These events are promoted to the over 60,000 singles in the Conscious Dating Network. Crosby says the response from members and event promoters has been incredible.

For more information on Planet Earth Singles, Conscious Events, and/or the Conscious Dating Network, email marketing(at)planetearthsingles(dot)com and/or visit: http://www.PlanetEarthSingles.com, http://www.ConsciousEvents.com and http://www.ConsciousDatingNetwork.com.

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Friday, December 7, 2012

Demandware Sees Strong Adoption of its eCommerce Platform Among Early Stage Online Retailers

Demandware, Inc., a global leader in on-demand ecommerce, today announced strong momentum for its Demandware? Commerce platform among many retailers and brands in the early stages of ecommerce. With Demandware's entry-level pricing model, starting at only $60,000 annually, small to mid-sized retailers and brands can deploy the full capabilities of Demandware's enterprise-class platform, including web, mobile commerce, social commerce and call center applications.

"Demandware, with its new pricing model for retailers just like us, is making the search for a trusted and affordable ecommerce platform easy. The opportunity to use the same platform used by some of the world's top brands for a price that we could easily afford was a simple decision," said Gary Shar, CEO of Isaay.com. "We no longer have to settle for the lesser, inexpensive solution that we know would have to be replaced as our business grows. Demandware and its partners, Fluid and Precision Design, are committed to and more than capable of supporting and driving our growth now and in the future."

Some of the early-stage retailers who recently selected Demandware to power their commerce initiatives include:

  •     Isaay.com – a fashion and apparel online retailer offering clothing, shoes and accessories for women from top brands and designers. Isaay.com chose Demandware Commerce to replace its current ecommerce platform and is working with Fluid and Precision Design on the implementation.
  •     Polka Dot Design – a leading online retailer offering an extensive selection of custom printed party invitations and personalized stationery for all of life's occasions. Assisted by Ignition Commerce, Polka Do women's jackets t Design plans to power multiple growth initiatives with the switch to Demandware.
  •     Lumens Light + Living – the Web's best place to find a complete selection of contemporary lighting, ceiling fans and modern home accessories. Lumens.com is working with Lyons Consulting Group to launch its new site on Demandware Commerce.
  •     MMAWarehouse.com – a leading online retailer of mixed martial arts equipment and apparel. MMAWarehouse.com chose Demandware to support its business expansion plans, with implementation being led by Lyons Consulting Group.
  •     Urban Decay – the largest independently owned color cosmetic company in the United States. Urban Decay selected Demandware to help grow its ecommerce channel in the U.S. and eventually expand internationally, and chose Precision Design to lead them through the design and implementation process.

Working with some of Demandware's authorized partners, including Lyons Consulting Group, Fluid, Precision Design, Ignition Commerce, SysIQ and Tachyon Solutions, these retailers have access to the implementation support, consulting and design services needed to launch a turnkey enterprise-level ecommerce website that they can afford, and an ecommerce platform they trust to support the growth of their online businesses.

"It's clear from the level of interest we have received since announcing our new pricing model for early stage brands that there is a definite need in the marketplace for an affordable enterprise-level commerce solution. Smaller retailers are now able to take advantage of the same great platform trusted by world-leading consumer brands to support and drive their commerce initiatives. It's very exciting for Demandware to power tomorrow's great online businesses," said Jamus Driscoll, VP of marketing, Demandware.

About Demandware, Inc.
A trusted, global leader in on-demand ecommerce, Demandware revolutionizes how businesses deliver customized shopping experiences to consumers in the digital world. Demandware combines the on-demand ecommerce platform rated #1 by industry analysts, an open ecosystem of partners that extend the value of the platform, and measurable commitment by its employees to enabling client revenue growth. Demandware continually sets industry standards for market innovation and client satisfaction. Demandware clients include industry leaders such as Bare Escentuals, Barneys New York, Brooks Sports, Columbia Sportswear, Crocs, Hanover Direct, Jones Apparel Group, Lifetime Brands, Jewelry Television, Neckermann, Panasonic, Reitmans and Theory. For more information about Demandware, visit demandware.com, call 888-553-9216 or email info (at) demandware (dot) com.

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Thursday, December 6, 2012

Evans Unveils The Mod Collection

Award winning plus-size clothing retailer evans has a new look for Autumn – the mod collection. Inspired by the mods of the 1960s, the clothing range includes tailored dresses, knee-high boots, smart cardigans and stylish jewellery.

As women start to think about back to work and back to school the mod collection consists of formal day wear, which is perfect for the office or smart evening occasions.

Mod colours are taken from a palette of black, dove grey, white and red berry, which contrast well with each other so women can make an impression without looking garish. A red top with black trousers or a black dress with red shoes and red accessories looks striking but formal, helping people to make an impression for all the right reasons.

Mod clothing is found at evans.co.uk by scrolling through the Shop By tab in the header of the homepage. Underneath looks, mod is positioned between the ha women's jackets rlem soul and uchronia looks.

Here's a quick guide to some key pieces from the mod range:

(1)        Dresses
Mod dresses are simple and non-fussy but still smart. There are shift dresses and jersey dresses in shades of grey and black.

(2)        Tops
Find blouses and v-neck tops in black and white prints or bold red. All of these colours

(3)        Shoes And Boots
There are some gorgeous red court shoes and red Mary Jane shoes designed to complement black and grey outfits. Knee length leather boots echo the 60s vibe while soft, slouchy ankle boots look lovely with black trousers.

(4)        Accessories
There are bracelets, necklaces and rings featuring coloured stones to match the clothes. This includes red bead cluster rings, rust coloured bangles, red chain necklaces and red bead necklaces plus black bangles and rings.

Before making a purchase from the mod collection at evans.co.uk, shoppers can look at ratings and reviews by other customers who are invited to review their purchases in terms of fit, design, quality and value.

Orders placed at evans.co.uk can now be delivered to more than 100 countries around the world.

While online, customers can also join the community of Evans shoppers by reading our ahead of the curve area and the Fashion Fix blog and following us on Facebook or Twitter. There is an option to sign up for Evans newsletters to keep up to date with style advice and offers.

About Us: Evans is a plus size ladies fashion retailer with over 330 Evans stores around the UK and Ireland.

Shopping online is easy and can be done from the comfort of home, any time of day. There is a great range online exclusives available that you won't find in-store and international delivery to more than 100 countries.

Contact: Chanj Grewal, email: chanj.grewal(at)evans.co.uk

Visit: Evans Website: http://www.evans.co.uk
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Evans
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/evansclothing

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Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Secret Krush Corner, a Contemporary Women’s Line has Launched to Recognize Women’s Fashion Needs in Fit, Quality and Price

September 6, 2011-Secret Krush Corner's owners and 10 year fashion experts have now bro women's jackets ught their distinct styles at affordable prices to the web for time sensitive women.

Samantha Huang with her 10 year experience in the apparel industry and Krystina Chin with her degree in fashion design have now carefully crafted a women's contemporary clothing line available at http://www.secretkrushcorner.com. The two owners behind this fun, trendy, and low priced line have put their heads together to help women find affordable fashion and purchasing quick and easy. Co-Owner Samantha Huang says her reason for this launch: "We understand women's needs and that they care about fit, quality, and price. We wanted to be able to provide a guilt-free shopping experience for other women without compromising quality." The owners wanted to provide female shoppers with a confident and secure shopping experience using Paypal for check out. Co-Owner Krystina Chin uses her fashion degree and trend-spotting eye to tell us why Secret Krush Corner will be unlike other web retailers " Secret Krush Corner was designed around the career-minded woman who wants to be in and out. We have laid out all the latest trends to help women buy quickly and easily. We have kept our pieces consistent in size and fit." Secret Krush Corner has provided several ways to filter each shopper's personal preferences. The check out has been made to be simple and easy to follow. For more information, please go to http://www.secretkrushcorner.com and look forward to their style guide coming soon.

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Tuesday, December 4, 2012

Magnifeco.com, the Daily Eco-fashion Blog Featuring Products that Are Fair-trade, Sustainable, Organic, Recycled, Vintage and/or Vegan, Turns 3!

When founder and editor of the daily eco-fashion blog http://www.Magnifeco.com, Kate Black, saw ethical fashion emerging as a trend in 2008, she realized that, although ethical and sustainable designers were making efforts to clean up fashion, conscious consumers were still having trouble finding them. She started the daily eco-fashion blog to highlight those designers and promote their efforts.

Things have changed dramatically in the past three years, notes Black. Not only are consumers becoming more aware of the ethical issues within fashion's supply chain, more and more companies are designing, producing, and selling 'ethical fashion.' Even celebrities (Liv Firth), models (Laura Bailey, Lily Cole) and actors (Olivia Wilde, Natalie Portman) are staring to support ethical fashion. "I'm excited that more and more people know what 'eco or ethical fashion' is," states Black. "How consumers choose to spend their dollars can sway the industry, so it's been fantastic contribute to consumers' growing desire to spend on ethical fashion." What marks http://www.magnifeco.com/ as truly unique is that every post links directly back to the designer or the retailer so consumers can buy what they read.

http://www.mag women's coats nifeco.com/ has featured 1,111 designers and products from around the world, and is read, 25,000 monthly page views, in 120+ countries. The latest trend, Black shares, is increased readership in the Middle East. "The latest country we've noticed increased traffic from is Saudi Arabia," says Kate "it's exciting to see these trends and watch which designers capitalize on emerging ethical markets."

The future looks bright for ethical fashion, and http://www.magnifeco.com/, looks forward to continuing to support consumers in their quest for ethical fashion. Having launched a companion ethical shopping site, http://www.magnifecoshopping.com/, in September 2011, featuring women's clothing, shoes, accessories and beauty products, Black plans to add men's offerings in the coming month, plus publish an online ethical Holiday Buying Guide. For the coming year: http://www.magnifeco.com/ is planning an exclusive email program that will connect subscribers, with advanced fashion releases and special offers, from their database of over 300 ethical designers.

Editors interested in learning more about eco/ethical fashion, or having Kate's assistance in holiday gift recommendations, are also welcome to contact us.

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Phoenix College Embraces Holiday Giving Spirit

It's become a Phoenix College tradition. During the holidays, faculty, staff and students find ways to help those in need and bring some joy and kindness to those less fortunate than themselves.

This infectious spirit of giving has been embraced by the PC community.

This year, the 11th annual Holiday Refugee Family Adoption program organized by the PC English Department adopted 23 refugee families.

"We select families that have been here for a short period of time," said Joseph Kimbuende, an adjunct faculty member in the English Department, who coordinates the annual effort and co-founded the program along with retired PC residential faculty member Pam Rogers. "They need everything you can imagine."

While the effort is focused on the holiday, donations are accepted year-round, he added. "They come empty-handed so they need the basic items of survival, such as cooking utensils, bed sheets, blankets, beds and furniture."

This year, students in Robiz Ozz's English 101 class created a service learning project to raise donations to supplement the adopt-a-refugee-family drive. Students coordinated cupcake and candy sales, raised money, and gathered new and gently used clothing, toys, and household items. And as part of c women's coats online lass competencies, students wrote letters of request, learning logs, learning charters, journal entries, and a final comprehensive essay reflecting what they learned from the project.

In all, students raised about 25 large bags of clothing, shoes, purses, and other accessories, 10 large boxes of children's toys and books, baby clothes, and sundry household items. They also purchased personal hygiene products and made 8 gift baskets that included coupons for free submarine sandwiches ($250 in coupons) and bought over $450 of gift cards to grocery and department stores.

The PC Women's Leadership Group also got the spirit of giving by supporting an overseas platoon of U.S. soldiers. They provided gifts to about 35 soldiers. The gifts ranged from snack foods and canned goods to recreational/leisure items and toiletries. WLG representatives Thelma Martinez, Elena Hernandez, Jennifer Nez and Adelina Armenta joined forces to coordinate the effort.

Other student clubs, such as the Cheerleading team, Black Student Union, Honors, Phi Theta Kappa and others also adopted families and raised donations for those families. Veterans Services joined in collection efforts for the Toys for Tots campaign. Not to be outdone, student-athletes from PC gave almost $500 to the Child Crisis Center for the holiday season.

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FitFarms Holistic Boot Camp is Running A Competition and Giving Away a Free Fitness Retreat Which is Open to Old and New Guests

Established in 2006 as the UK's first residential weight loss boot camp. FitFarms has burnt off a lot of calories for women and more recently men up and down the country and overseas.

Stephen Cole FitFarms Managing Director explains that the company has seen over five thousand guest in 5 years. This year the fitness retreat have decided to give this very special complimentary week away as a thank you for the support that they have received since they opened.

There has been many changes over the years and return guest always comment on the improvements that have been made to the accommodation, schedule and staffing structure.

FitFarms only work with the very best in the industry. The nutrition programme is headed up by the former daily telegraphs nutritional therapist Julia FitzGerald. Julia works closely with french chef Anthea De La Roche on compiling a healthy but extremely tasty menu women's coats .

The behaviour therapy programme is planned and delivered by Gillie Sutherland who is often voicing her opinion in national magazines and papers.

FitFarms have even brought over personal trainer Zuzana Kubisova from Slovakia. Zuzana is well known for her vigorous sessions but also having a gentle and caring approach to helping the guest through the holistic fitness boot camp week.

FitFarms has softened their company image this year by bringing in fluffy dressing robes and a new cosmetic range that includes shampoos, soaps and shower gels. This has all been carefully designed to make guest feel more comfortable whilst they go through an intense exercise, nutrition and behaviour therapy programme.

The weight loss boot camp company will also be bringing out a new line of clothing called FitFarms Performance. Guest have the opportunity of buying the clothing online before they start the week. One of the points that is discussed in the weight loss retreat workshops is that if you feel good and look good ultimately you will have a good workout.

This year FitFarms will be running more fitness and weight loss retreats in the UK than they have ever run. The team are expecting a lot of past guest to enter their competition so they stand a chance of winning with the possibility of coming back onto one of the refresher programmes.

The weight loss camp competition will run until the end of the year so there is plenty of time to sign up. The grand prize is one week at the fitness retreat worth ?1495. The prize includes food, five star accommodation, workshops and the FitFarms unique three month after care programme. The post course weight loss boot camp programme covers life coaching, nutrition and exercise just like the residential weight loss and fitness programme.

The results at FitFarms have improved drastically over the last few years when the company had a change of health manager. Gillie Sutherland has taken over and short term and long term fitness and weight loss is up by 20% at the UK FitFarms retreat.

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Monday, December 3, 2012

Pure Board Shop Has Received Their Spring Line of Sanuk Sandals.

Pure Board Shop is gearing up for spring and summer and not a moment to soon.

The month of March looks to be a warm weather record and spring breaks are all within reach.

One of the hottest brands of sandals is Sanuk, and Pure has been representing this line since it's beginnings.

Pure concentrates on both hard and soft goods and as square footage dictates, most of the clothing and accessories is mens. Skate and snow product includes womens stuff but when it comes to sandals, women rule.

Sanuk makes great sandals, both casual conservative and wildly funky.

Sanuk's website describes the vibe.

"Founded by Southern California native Jeff Kelley, Sanuk provides creatively inspired yet distinctively designed footwear products for the global outdoor community. Taking its name from the Thai word for fun, Sanuk strives to make innovative products that are as much about funk as they are about function.

Sanuk products have been twice recognized at the SIMA Image Awards as the 2007 and 2010 Footwear Product of the Year. The brand is best known for its Sidewalk Surfers, often referred to as "Not-A-Shoes", for their patented sandal construction which allows your feet to bend and flex in natural comfort. Sanuk also leads its industry by using innovative materials in its footwear such as yoga mat and indoor-outdoor carpet.

Sanuk continues to sponsor a spectrum of premier athletes, including surfers like Donavon Frankenreiter and Dave Rastovich and rock climbers like Chris Sharma and Daniel Woods. Smile...Pass It On!"

One of the hottest items from Sanuk are the Beer Cozy for men and the Yoga Mat for gals.

Maximum ahhh factor.

About Pure women's coats Board Shop:
Opened in 2005 after Evolve Board Shop's co-owner's sold in 2003.

Pure keeps its mix clean, including Nike SB, Adidas Skateboarding, HUF, Vans, Diamond, The Hundreds, LRG, RVCA and plenty of high quality private label tops, bottoms and accessories.

Always hearing the local community, Pure hosts plenty of skate jams and BBQ parties with help from their vendors.

Skateboards, snowboards, longboards, shoes, clothing and accessories rounds out the store and the websites product assortment.

Sunday, December 2, 2012

The First Saudi Female Poet to be Published in the US

The first Saudi female poet to be published in the US, writer and activist Nimah Nawwab is currently on tour in the US East Coast as she addresses issues related to challenges which form the basis for her art and activism, spirituality and women in times of transition in the Middle East. She will combine readings, book signings and lectures at various organizations.

Her newly released book, Canvas of the Soul: Mystic Poems from the Heartland of Arabia, published by Tughra Books, encompasses poems of fiery love and peace from the spiritual heartland of Islam composed by a modern-day female poet descended from a long line of Meccan (from Mecca) scholars.

Reflecting the pulsing, indivisible bridge of the works of great Sufi mystics and poets to modern times, these spiritual pieces recall the beloved works of Rabi'ah Al 'Adawiyyah, Rumi and Hafiz. Drawing on a rich religious legacy and led by the Sufi tradition seeking Unity, the poems cover aspects related to spirituality and present-day challenges. The inspiring combination of the traditional and modern in these compositions will touch the inner souls and captivate the hearts of those interested in Higher Love in these turbulent times of transition and frantic search for peace.

Nawwab's book tour includes lectures and book signing at Middle East Institute, Washington, DC(April, 26); Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding at Georgetown University (April 30); East-West institute, Chicago, IL (May 16); The Brecht Forum/ASMA, New York, NY (May 22); and Book Expo America, New York, NY (June 5).

Author Bio:
Nimah Nawwab is a poet, writer, photographer, lecturer and activist in Saudi Arabia. Born to a scholarly Meccan family, she has been dubbed a "voice for Arab women and youth." She often works with established and emerging filmmakers, musicians, calligraphers, and artists of various genres through mentorship projects. As an activist, Ms. Nawwab has been involved with numerous women's issues, including the forced divorce petition and legal case, and the guardianship of women. Ms. Nawwab has spoken at international events including the World Economic Forum, the Japan Expo, and the UN Pavilion, and has lectured at the Smithsonian, American University, Rice University, Ghalib Academy in India, and London University's School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS). Nawwab's best-selling book and work have been featured in numerous media outlets including BBC World News, Newsweek International, MSNBC the Japanese Yomiuri Shimbum, GEO France, India's Asian Age, Malaysia's Berita Harian, Britain's Hello magazine, as well as numerous Arabic media.

Reviews

The voice of a female Saudi Arabian poet expressing her deep spiritual yearnings in Sufi- inspired poetry is indeed a rare but also precious experience amidst all the din of strife and anger that surrounds so many Muslims today. This voice recalls that Islam emphasizes not only Divine Justice but also Divine Mercy and that the Blessed Proph women's jackets et reflected not only Divine Majesty (Jalal) but also Divine Beauty (Jamal), the latter possessing a female dimension that is so evident in classical Sufi poetry. The present book is significant in that it reflects something of that classical expression of spiritual beauty in a contemporary language expressed by a female poet who hails from the land where the Blessed Prophet was born, carried out his prophetic mission and died.
-Seyyed Hossein Nasr

"Nimah is a talented writer and poet who isn't afraid to speak her mind and address issues that, quite frankly, are often ignored as a result of timidity. I commend her efforts in this noble initiative where the arts combine in powerfully written poetic compositions and a showcasing of Islamic arts."

  • Sami Yusuf

Nimah's poems unfold the living landscapes, the horizons that hold the signs spoken of in the Qur'an, the calligraphy of the mountains dipping into the desert, the inkwell of God's words, reflecting the signs before us into the secrets within the Book of Man.
-Shems Friedlander

Canvas of the Soul: Mystic Poems from the Heartland of Arabia
Available May 2012
$19.95 Cloth ISBN-13: 978-1-59784275-4
120 pp. 6 x 8 inches

Contact: Ahmet Idil, 973-777-2704
agi(at)tughrabooks(dot)com

The Convoy of Hope Rolls into Kansas City Providing Some $1 Million in Goods and Services in a Single Day

In 2011 Jackson County's unemployment rate was 9.6%, a full point higher than the statewide rate of 8.6% the Missouri Department of Health reported. According to the United Community Services of Johnson County, the poverty rate in Jackson County grew 29% between 2000 and 2009. During that same period the number of poor in Kansas City increased by 65%.

In response to the alarming statistics, hundreds of Kansas City-area residents are preparing to welcome hurting neighbors at what they hope will become a community movement. Local businesses, churches, government agencies and nonprofits will partner with The Convoy of Hope, a community outreach event June 16 at Swope Park (Swope Parkway and Meyer Boulevard). This community event is one of dozens of stops along a 50-state, $50 million tour of hope and help for the 46 million Americans currently living in poverty—the largest number on record.*

WHAT:    The Kansas City community will provide some $1 million in goods and services in a single day through lasting solutions to real need such as 40,000 pounds of groceries, dental and medical screenings, kids zone activities, haircuts, portraits, clothing, job fair, prayer time and spiritual guidance, family portraits, live entertainment with free lunch, breast cancer screenings courtesy of the National Breast Cancer Foundation, and more.

WHEN:    Saturday, June 16, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

WHERE:    Swope Park (Swope Parkway and Meyer Blvd., Kansas City, Mo. (Map)

MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES:

  •     Interview local families benefitting from poverty-free day
  •     Interview national leaders from The Convoy of Hope
  •     Interview a national spokesperson for the National Breast Cancer Foundation, providing free breast cancer screenings
  •     Press kit materials and high-res photos of the national tour available at DeMossNews.com/ConvoyofHope

THE CONVOY OF HOPE 50-STATE TOUR
W women's coats ith an 18-year track record of serving 1.6 million Americans in poverty, The Convoy of Hope is now headed to all 50 states in a two-year, $50 million effort to unite communities to provide neighbors a poverty-free day and the first step on the path out of poverty. The National Breast Cancer Foundation is partnering with The Convoy of Hope to provide education and—in select cities—breast cancer screenings to help with early detection for the 70 percent of community outreach guests who are women.

Convoy of Hope
Convoy of Hope is a faith-based international humanitarian organization that has served 50 million hurting people in 100 countries since 1994. Through children's feeding initiatives, community outreaches, disaster response and partner resourcing, Convoy of Hope has given away more than $272 million (wholesale value) in food and supplies and is a nine-time Charity Navigator Four-Star Award winner. The organization is based in Springfield, Mo.    

CONTACT:
Jeff Nene
417.823.8998 / 417.860.2196 mobile
Gina Hanna 816.721.2803
Marc Vasquez 816.668.6921
DeMossNews.com/ConvoyofHope

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*Associated Press, 2011