The New AboutUs by Hotspotorlando is Here! Issue # 18

Orlando Magic’s Jameer Nelson Presented Runway To Hope $25K to Help Fight Childhood Cancer

Orlando Magic’s Jameer Nelson Presented Runway To Hope $25K to Help Fight Childhood Cancer

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Orlando Magic guard Jameer Nelson presented Runway To Hope with a check for $25,000 at their 2013 Spring Fashion Soiree fundraiser on Saturday, May 11.  Nelson also served as a “celebrity escort” during the fashion show to support the organization at their annual fundraiser.

“I truly adore what this foundation is about,” said Nelson.  “Hopefully one day we can find a cure for childhood cancer…From my heart I think this is a great cause, it’s such an honor to be involved in it.” Continue reading

Introducing Banana Republic Wildblue Noir

o.15269Banana Republic is proud to announce Wildblue Noir – an extension of the Wildblue fragrance collection that offers a deeply masculine and sensual night time experience for the modern dressed up man.  Inspired by the darker side of an ocean wave, Wildblue Noir offers a crisp note on top with a slightly edgier feel blended underneath.  The fragrance launches in Banana Republic stores worldwide this fall. Continue reading

dressbarn Unveils Signature Relay For Life Hope Bracelet

DRESSBARN 2013 HOPE BRACELET

Women’s fashion retailer will contribute net profit of Hope Bracelet sales to American Cancer Society‘s Relay For Life® and invites community members nationwide to support world’s largest cancer-fighting movement

dressbarn, the women’s specialty apparel retailer, celebrates its 10(th) year as an American Cancer Society Relay For Life National Corporate Team Program member. As part of the company’s commitment to help raise awareness and funds for the American Cancer Society’s ongoing research initiatives, outreach and support programs, dressbarn stores nationwide will feature the 2013 version of their signature Hope Bracelet. Sales of the bracelet support the American Cancer Society’s mission to finish the fight and create a world with more birthdays. Continue reading

Celebrate Mom with an Unforgettable Gift from PANDORA

PANDORA JEWELRY MOMIntroducing the Limited Edition “Bear My Heart” Charm Now Available Exclusively at PANDORA Retailers

From mothers and grandmothers to sisters and wives, everyone has someone to celebrate on Mother’s Day — and the gift of PANDORA will make her day unforgettable. Gift-givers can select from a limited edition charm, promotional gift sets and a universe of hand-finished, personalized jewelry to express their enduring appreciation and love.
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TOMS’ 6th Annual One Day Without Shoes To Take Place On April 16, 2013

leave-your-foot-print-bannerMillions Around the World Unite to Bring Global Awareness to Children’s Health and Education by Going Without Shoes

On Tuesday, April 16, TOMS will ask the world to go without shoes for its anticipated annual One Day Without Shoes event.  This is the day each year that TOMS (www.TOMS.com) raises awareness about children’s health and education. Events will take place globally in New York, Los Angeles, Toronto, London, Amsterdam, Seoul, and Tokyo to name a few major cities. Continue reading

Banana Boat® Unveils New Multi-Benefit Sunscreen Lotions Just in Time for Summer

Banana Boat® Protect & Hydrate and Banana Boat® Sport Performance® CoolZone(TM) sunscreen lotions expand Energizer Personal Care portfolio of sun protection products

Energizer Personal Care, the makers of Banana Boat(®) brand sunscreen, announced the availability of two new products, Banana Boat(®) Protect & Hydrate sunscreen lotion provides all day moisture with aloe and antioxidant Vitamins C & E, and Banana Boat(®) Sport Performance(®) CoolZone(TM) sunscreen lotion that instantly cools and refreshes the skin on contact.  Both Banana Boat(®) Protect & Hydrate and Banana Boat(® )Sport Performance(®) CoolZone(TM) sunscreen lotions have undergone testing in seven conditions – sun, pool water, ocean water, wind, sweat, sand and extreme heat up to 100 degrees – to provide safe and effective sun protection Continue reading

A Unique Mother’s Day Gift for Moms Who Care!

JAMMIES BY HELENE LAURE JAMMIESA Unique Mother’s Day Gift for Moms Who Care!

Jammies by Helene Laure Infant PJ’s Give Back To Fight Postpartum Depression

Looking for a unique gift that gives back this Mother’s Day? Jammies by Helene Laure — delicious PJ’s for babies uniquely packaged in a sweet, recyclable Jammies’ Jar – are the first baby product created to help fight postpartum depression, the most common complication of childbirth. Continue reading

Devi Kroell Unleashed

DEVI KROELL S.R.L. DOG ACCESSORIES 2013 DEVI KROELL S.R.L. DOG ACCESSORIES 2013

MILAN and NEW YORK,  Fashion accessories brand Devi Kroell is pleased to present their first limited edition dog collars and leashes in shiny python skin.

Available in bright summer colors of the season, the Devi Kroell dog accessories offer a playful alternative to the classic collars and leashes. Retailing at $490 and $990 respectively, the Devi Kroell limited edition dog collars and leashes are sold at their 717 Madison Avenue New York flagship store and their 23 Main Street East Hampton boutique.

Specializing in exotic skins, Devi Kroell combines flawless craftsmanship and highest quality materials with modern design.

For more details, please visit www.devikroell.com.

SOURCE  Devi Kroell s.r.l

Happy Socks To Open Retail Store In New York City

HAPPY SOCKS NEW YORK CITYStockholm-Based Fashion Sock Brand Sets Up Shop in SoHo

On April 5th, Happy Socks will open the doors to its first U.S. concept store, located in Manhattan at 436 West Broadway, between Prince and Spring Streets. Launched in Stockholm in 2008, Happy Socks has grown into a global brand that is synonymous with style, joy, fun, and happiness. Via its exclusive North American licensee, United Legwear Co., LLC (ULC), Happy Socks is now available at retailers such as Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom, Opening Ceremony, Madewell and many specialty and online shops. Continue reading

Victoria’s Secret Celebrates The Swim 2013 Collection With Angels Alessandra Ambrosio, Candice Swanepoel And Karlie Kloss

Victoria’s Secret Celebrates The Swim 2013 Collection With Angels Alessandra Ambrosio, Candice Swanepoel And Karlie Kloss

Angels & Artists series ends with final video featuring Rihanna track

VICTORIA'S SECRET SWIM 2013 COLLECTIONVictoria’s Secret Angels Alessandra Ambrosio, Candice Swanepoel and Karlie Kloss showcase the latest and hottest style of the Victoria’s Secret swim collection in Los Angeles. To celebrate the Swim 2013 season, the Angels arrived wearing the sexiest styles of the season against a glamorous backdrop. Some of the new styles for Swim 2013 collection include the Fabulous Push-up Bikini, the Very Sexy Bandeau, and the Unforgettable Demi Bikini plus the return of the Beach Sexy Bikini Mixer–a modern and fun way to mix and match top and bottom styles to create perfect suit for every personality and shape. Continue reading

Escape to the Cape With Sperry Top-Sider® Kids

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STRIDE RITE CHILDREN'S GROUP VACATIONLAND SWEEPSTAKESEscape to the Cape With Sperry Top-Sider® Kids

Stride Rite® Children’s Group Announces Sperry Top-Sider® Kids Vacationland Sweepstakes at Participating Stride Rite Locations, Striderite.com and Journeys Kidz
Stride Rite(® )Children’s Group, the leader in premium children’s footwear, today announced the launch of its Sperry Top-Sider(®) Kids “Escape to the Cape” Sweepstakes in celebration of the Spring 2013 Sperry Top-Sider( )Kids Vacationland campaign.  Families are invited to enter at www.sperrykidssweeps.com or by visiting participating Stride Rite locations, striderite.com or Journeys Kidz stores for a chance to win a week-long vacation on Cape Cod/Boston to experience the ultimate Sperry Top-Sider lifestyle.
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Sole Society Announces The Launch Of Handbags And Jewelry

SOLE SOCIETY AINSLEY TOTESole Society, a leading direct-to-consumer brand of on-trend designer women’s footwear, continues its commitment to offering consumers affordable fashion with the launch of their much anticipated line of handbags and jewelry.  Launched today, the new Sole Society handbag collection features four authentic leather styles in multiple color combinations ranging from basic black to haute hues such as cobalt blue. The Sole Society jewelry collection will incorporate a range of trend stories such as luxe metallics and rich jewel tones with necklaces, bracelets, cuffs, rings and more introduced on www.solesociety.com in April.  New exclusive styles of handbags and jewelry will release monthly. Continue reading

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ANN INC. Launches International Shipping For Ann Taylor And LOFT-Including Brazil among many countries

60584-ATS1464-Internation-10AFE92-originalLeading Women’s Retail Brands Now Available in 100+ Countries Worldwide

ANN INC, the parent Company of Ann Taylor and LOFT, is pleased to announce the launch of international shipping on its e-commerce sites, anntaylor.com andloft.com.
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KEEN Footwear Unveils New Lightweight, Versatile Shoes For Men, Women, and Kids

KEEN INC. LOGOThe new low-profile KEEN.CNX collection offers outdoor enthusiasts a lightweight collection of KEEN shoes and KEEN sandals that provide comfort and protection.

This spring, KEEN introduces KEEN.CNX, a new footwear collection that gives outdoor enthusiasts a low profile, lightweight way to jump, dive and scramble into summer. Just as KEEN’s part-shoe-part-sandal Newport brought lovers of the outdoors a new, hybrid way to connect with the outdoors 10 years ago, this new collection from KEEN brings fresh thinking to lightweight footwear while providing the essential KEEN fit and protection.

Designed to feel like a natural extension of the foot, each of the 20 CNX styles weighs 10 ounces or less each and was created to take people on brave new outdoor adventures. Continue reading

New Stride Rite® Made 2 Play(TM) Collection Is Just For Kids

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Made 2 Play(TM) Shoes are Just as Rugged and Playful as the Kids Who Wear Them

Stride Rite(®), the leader in premium children’s footwear, today announced the launch of Made 2 Play(TM) (M2P(TM)).  This brand new collection of sneakers is built for good, clean, extra-durable fun for kids while providing Mom with the ultimate sneaker solution for everyday play Continue reading

Chummies: Bracelets That Pull Apart for Friends that Stick Together

CHUMMIES LLC BRACELETChummies: Bracelets That Pull Apart for Friends that Stick Together

Friendship Bracelets for Inclusion

Chummies, LLC is proud to announce the launch of the newest, most inclusive, and most innovative friendship bracelet to hit the market — Chummies. These silicone, latex free, interlocking bracelets come in perfect pairs, and can be pulled apart and given to a close friend or ‘chum’. The beauty of this product is that you don’t have to find just one perfect match, because there are different pairs for all of your chums. From peanut butter & jelly, mac & cheese, tennis shoes & high heels, and a guitar & amp, there is something unique for every set of friends. Continue reading

American Eagle Outfitters Features Real People In Spring 2013 “Project Live Your Life” Campaign

American Eagle Outfitters Features Real People In Spring 2013 “Project Live Your Life” Campaign

The “Project Live Your Life” Spring Campaign Includes Twelve Men and Women From Music, Sports, The Arts and Beauty

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Dove® Men+Care(TM) Launches New Range Of Fortifying Shampoos To Help Men Say Goodbye To Dull And Thin Hair

60441-4-New-Dove-Men-Care-originalDove® Men+Care(TM) Launches New Range Of Fortifying Shampoos To Help Men Say Goodbye To Dull And Thin Hair

Specifically Designed For Men, NEW Dove® Men+Care(TM) Hair Line Proven To Make Hair Three Times Stronger[1]

Men’s everyday activities can take a toll on their hair, stripping it of vigor and strength. Built on the success of the Dove(®) Men+Care((TM)) collection of Body Washes, Deodorants, and Antiperspirants, the Unilever men’s personal care brand is launching a new hair category. This is the brand’s first range of shampoos designed to meet men’s specific needs and includes Shampoos and 2-in-1 Shampoo + Conditioners that are proven to make his hair three times stronger([1]).

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New Heidi Klum for New Balance Collection Launches Exclusively at Select Lady Foot Locker Locations for Spring 2013

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Supermodel, designer and fashion powerhouse Heidi Klum has created a new and versatile active wear collection with New Balance through the Heidi Klum for New Balance partnership launching this February 26, 2013, exclusively at select Lady Foot Locker locations in the U.S.

“I live an active lifestyle and love running around whether it’s outside on the streets of New York City or in the canyons with my dogs,” says Heidi Klum. “I’ve created pieces in my collection that are functional and flattering with a fashionable twist. I want women to feel their best and look good in their clothes even when they are working up a sweat.” Continue reading

Via Spiga Debuts Spring 2013 Ad Campaign

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Via Spiga today announced the debut of its Spring 2013 Collection advertising campaign shot by photographer Nick Knight, who was recently named creative consultant for The Metropolitan Museum of Art‘s upcoming Costume Institute exhibition. Spring 2013 marks the second collection of women’s footwear designed by Via Spiga’s creative director, Edmundo Castillo.

The Spring 2013 advertising campaign highlights modern silhouettes interpreted in fresh materials and color combinations. “The Via Spiga consumer knows what she ideally needs in her wardrobe, and I like to give her that with a touch of the unexpected. When working with Nick Knight, I get an element of creativity and surprise from his work that I also try to give the Via Spiga customer,” said Castillo.

The images feature futuristic and surreal lighting, which mirror Castillo’s playful use of color and texture. The extravagant surroundings celebrate the shoes as objects of desire. “The Spring 2013 campaign is about the fantasy that most women enjoy when dreaming about shoes. I wanted to convey a feel-good dream,” continued Castillo. Continue reading

Victoria’s Secret Releases New Swim 2013 Catalogue With Angel Erin Heatherton On The Cover

VICTORIA'S SECRET SWIM 2013Angels & Artists video series continues with Justin Bieber, plus more sexy swim videos

Victoria’s Secret launches the second swim catalogue of the sizzling 2013 season. Angel Erin Heatherton appears on the swim catalogue cover wearing the new Fabulous Push-up Bikini. The new Victoria’s Secret Swim catalogue hits mailboxes nationwide today. Shot by Ben Watts on the sunny beaches of Tulum, Mexico, the new catalogue offers the hottest swimsuits for the sexiest beach party under the sun.

Erin Heatherton was born in Skokie, Illinois. She has walked in the annual Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show since 2008 and can be seen in a variety of their print and television campaigns.  Erin wears a paisley print Fabulous Push-up Bikini on the swim catalogue cover. The Fabulous Push-up Bikini is the newest silhouette of the season and provides all the sexy cleavage and comfort of the Fabulous by Victoria’s Secret Bra in a bikini top. The latest swim catalogue offers a wide assortment of options for the sexy jet-setter — from itty-bitty bikinis to mix-and-match options. Create the perfect bikini by mixing-and-matching 5 hot tops and 5 cute bottoms using the Beach Sexy Bikini Mixer tool on VictoriasSecret.com.

The world’s hottest musical artists continue to provide the soundtrack for the sexiest swim videos ever! The Angels & Artists video series reveals its 3(rd) video, “Bieber, Beats, Bikinis & Beaches”, featuring music by global sensation Justin Bieber, and footage of VS Supermodels wearing some the hottest suits from the Beach Sexy swim collection. Visit the “Angels & Artists” tab atwww.VictoriasSecret.com/VSswim to watch all of the sexy musical collaborations.

Victoria’s Secret is also launching two additional swim videos today showcasing the new Fabulous Push-up Bikini and Beach Sexy Bikini Mixer collection. “Meet the Fabulous Bikini” features sexy footage of Angel Behati Prinsloo wearing the new, flirty Fabulous silhouette. Behati returns alongside Supermodels Candice Swanepoel and Elyse Taylor to show how to mix-and-match the ultimate bikini in the playful, retro-inspired “Beach Sexy Bikini Mixer” video.

The 2013 swim collection is available at VictoriasSecret.com, in the Victoria’s Secret Catalogue, select Victoria’s Secret stores in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom, and on the Victoria’s Secret All Access iPad and iPhone apps.

Below are links all the new must-see swim videos:

“Bieber, Beats, Bikinis & Beaches”
URL:http://youtu.be/k4xIcpy404I
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“Meet the Fabulous Bikini”
URL:http://youtu.be/1wu9pMm16H0
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“Beach Sexy Bikini Mixer”
URL:http://youtu.be/cul5Hc1FLHI
VIDEO

SOURCE  Victoria’s Secret

Adam Levine To Debut His Own Signature Fragrance For Men And Women, Adam Levine, Exclusively At Macy’s

ADRENALINA INC ADAM LEVINE FRAGRANCEAs the front man of GRAMMY Award-winning recording artists Maroon 5, Adam Levine has left an indelible mark on popular music and is set to extend his brand with the launch of his self-titled debut fragrance. The scents for men and women, which launch in February 2013 exclusively at Macy’s and Macys.com, will reflect Levine’s personality and style. Continue reading

Taunina Luxury Soft Toys Available At Barneys New York

TAUNINA GIFTS WITH SOUL In a modern-day fairytale come true, South African sustainable luxury brand Taunina is launching its line of decorative stuffed animals at Barneys New York‘s flagship store on Madison Avenue.

“Barneys is a nine-story magical castle overflowing with beautiful, timeless and unique pieces of art; the perfect hideaway for our artists’ enchanting creations,” said Tracey Chiappini-Young, co-founder of Taunina. “We are delighted to offer our one-of-a-kind Taunina teddy bears and bunny rabbits to Barneys’ discerning clientele, and to provide them and their children with the opportunity to serve as ambassadors for social good and protagonists for a better world,” said Karen Jansen, who co-founded Taunina with Chiappini-Young. Continue reading

DOVE® Men+Care® Launches New Skin Care Range To Help Men Finally Care For Their Faces

60250-New-Dove-Men-Care-Face-Line-REV2-original (1)DOVE® Men+Care® Launches New Skin Care Range To Help Men Finally Care For Their Faces

Brand’s first face care line improves the quality of men’s skin, offering complete face grooming solution
 DOVE(®) Men+Care(®), a Unilever men’s personal care brand, is launching a full line to help men finally care for their faces, and end the face torture guys endure as a result of poor grooming routines.  Designed to care for men’s skin in three easy steps and offer a variety of solutions for different men’s skin types, the NEW Dove(®) Men+Care(®) Face Range includes: cleansing, shaving, post-shave and face care products.  This is the brand’s first foray into face care products, following the success of the Dove(®) Men+Care(®) Body Wash and Deodorant/Antiperspirant lines.

“Men today have a great deal to care about, from their families to their careers, but they don’t always give their personal care the same level of attention,” said Rob Candelino, Vice President, Unilever Skincare. “Neglecting to properly cleanse and moisturize their skin, or doing so but using harsh products like regular soap, all contribute to a  man’s face looking tired and feeling worn.  New Dove(®) Men+Care(®) Face products seek to help men eliminate needless torture from their grooming routine and help put their best face forward when it matters most.”

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Effective and Effortless
Research shows that half of US men acknowledge that as they get older, their skin needs more attention and takes longer to recover.[1] The Dove(®) MEN+CARE(®) Face Range was built on the brand’s heritage in cleansing, moisturization and care. It is clinically tested to deliver effective performance plus an extra level of care men need, and help him care for his skin in three easy steps:

–  Step 1:  Facial cleansing: effective cleansing PLUS fights skin dryness
–  Step 2:  Shaving: helps protect from irritation PLUS smooth skin feel

–  Step 3:  Face Care:  absorbs quickly PLUS all-day hydration (OR)Post
Shave Balm: relieves irritation PLUS moisturizes skin
Putting Your Best Face Forward
Men are not caring for their faces.  Nearly half of US men never use face wash (48%) or a face moisturizer (46%), despite the fact that six out of 10 US men in a relationship have said their partner has dropped hints or given them advice when it comes to their grooming routine.[2] The new Dove(®) Men+Care(®) Face Range was designed specifically for men with innovative technology to improve the quality of his skin, it includes:

–  Facial Cleansing: gentle cleansing that uses DEFI technology to
replenish lost moisture and fight skin dryness
–  Shave Gel: unique formula helps prevents irritation and has a rich,
creamy lather that foams quickly and is mild and gentle on the skin
–  Post Shave Balm:  contains Vitamin B5 which can instantly relieve
irritation caused by shaving, and soothes skin
–  Face Care: fast absorbing moisturization and non-greasy solution for all
day hydration, with SPF 15
Solutions For Different Skin Types
The new Dove(®) Men+Care(®) Face Rangewas developed to tackle some of men’s most commonskin issues, from dryness and shaving irritation to sensitivity and blocked pores. The collection offers a variety of specific solutions designed for men’s different skin types:

–  Hydrate+: advanced protection for dry skin to ensure it feels smooth and
cared for
–  Sensitive+: dermatologist tested for soothing relief to reduce redness
and shaving irritation
–  Revitalize+: instantly revives tired skin with a light, refreshing
formula and fragrance
Thanks to Dove(®)( )Men+Care(®) all men can take better care of their skin.  For more information on the full line of new products visit www.dovemencare.com, Twitter.com/DoveMenCare and Facebook.com/DoveMenCare.

Total Men’s Skin Care
The Dove(®) Men+Care(®) line is built on the Dove(®) brand’s heritage in superior skincare.  The new face range joins the existing brand collection of Body Washes, Deodorants and Antiperspirants.  Dove(®)( )Men+Care(®) body washes have skin care built in and are clinically proven to fight skin dryness better than regular men’s body washes.  They are the number one choice of dermatologists. The Dove(®)( )Men+Care(®) Deodorants and Antiperspirants are specifically designed to be tough on sweat, not on skin. The collection provides total underarm care with 48-hour odor and wetness protection, and has a unique formula that fights skin irritation.

About Dove
Dove, manufactured by Unilever, is the No. 1 personal wash brand nationwide.  One in every three households uses a Dove product(([3])), which includes beauty bars, body washes, face care, anti-perspirant/deodorants, body mists, hair care and styling aids. Dove Men+Care(TM) is the newest range of products from Dove, developed specially for men. Dove is available nationwide in food, drug and mass outlet stores.

About Unilever North America
Unilever is one of the world’s leading suppliers of Food, Home and Personal Care products with sales in over 190 countries. Our products are present in 7 out of 10 homes globally and are used by over 2 billion people on a daily basis. In the United States and Canada the portfolio includes brand icons such as: Axe, Becel, Ben & Jerry’s, Bertolli, Breyers, Caress, Clear Scalp & Hair Therapy, Consort For Men, Country Crock, Degree, Dove personal care products, Good Humor, Hellmann’s, I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter!, Just for Me!, Klondike, Knorr, Lever 2000, Lipton, Magnum, Motions, Nexxus, Noxzema, Pond’s, Popsicle, Promise, Q-tips, Ragu, Simple, Slim-Fast, Soft & Beautiful, St. Ives, Suave, tcb, TIGI, TRESemme, Vaseline, and Wish-Bone. All of the preceding brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Unilever Group of Companies.

Our ambition is to double the size of our business, whilst reducing our overall environmental footprint (including sourcing, consumer use and disposal) and increasing our positive social impact. We are committed to helping more than a billion people take action to improve their health and well-being, sourcing all our agricultural raw materials sustainably by 2020, and decoupling our growth from our environmental impact. Supporting our three big goals are more than 50 time-based targets. See more on the Unilever Sustainable Living Plan at http://www.unileverusa.com/sustainable-living/ orhttp://www.unilever.ca/sustainable-living/.

Unilever employs more than 12,000 people across North America – generating over $10 billion in sales in 2012. For more information visit www.unileverusa.com or www.unilever.ca.

UFC Legend and Actor, Randy Couture, Launches Men’s Cologne, Xtreme Couture

XTREME COUTURE RANDY COUTURE SIGNATURE COLOGNEStar of “The Expendables” franchise, commentator, entrepreneur and 6-Time UFC Champion, Randy Couture is expanding his brand empire to include a premiere men’s signature cologne, Xtreme Couture. Randy’s Xtreme Couture MMA is one of the strongest & most respected brands in the MMA market and the entrance of this cologne in the consumer space marks the official launch of his Xtreme Couture Accessories division.

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Yankee Candle Celebrates the Beauty of Singular Blossoms with New Spring 2013 Limited Edition Collection: Full Bloom

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THE YANKEE CANDLE COMPANY, INC. FULL BLOOM COLLECTIONYankee Candle Celebrates the Beauty of Singular Blossoms with New Spring 2013 Limited Edition Collection: Full Bloom

Elegant Label Designs Showcase Fresh Cut Floral Beauty

The Yankee Candle Company, Inc., the world’s largest manufacturer of premium scented candles, today announced the launch of its new spring limited edition collection, Full Bloom. Whether celebrating Valentine’s Day with a loved one or welcoming spring in the home through decor, the Full Bloom collection inspired by the simple, quiet beauty and wonder of singular blossoms found in the garden, is perfect for any spring occasion. Available in two sizes of Yankee Candle filled Perfect Pillars, the floral photographic interpretations on the label design of this limited edition captures all the glory and fragrance of these captivating flowers. Continue reading

Stride Rite® Launches New Shoe Collection For Prewalkers

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STRIDE RITE CHILDREN'S GROUP ADThe Crib & Crawl(TM) Collection Swaddles Tiny Feet in Comfort and Style

Stride Rite®, the leader in premium children’s footwear, today announced the launch of Stride Rite Crib & Crawl(TM), a brand new collection of footwear specifically designed for baby’s first months through the crawling and pulling up stages.

The Crib & Crawl collection is expertly tailored for a prewalker and constitutes S.T.E.P. 1 in Stride Rite’s Scientifically Tested, Everyday Proven RITE STEPs(TM) System, which ensures that each shoe is specifically designed for every step of a child’s mobility and foot development. Crib & Crawl also incorporates the season’s fashion trends such as animal prints, plaids and shimmer into functional shoes for baby.

Based on consumer insights, Stride Rite’s Crib shoes offer a brand new swaddled design that keeps the foot in place and provides a soft foot covering that is easy to put on and stays on, solving a concern that Moms have shared with Stride Rite. The padded heel adds comfort, there is a variety of soft upper materials, and the microfiber, soft sole bottom allows for protection and durability. Stride Rite’s Crawl shoes feature a unique suede outsole that offers maximum flexibility, and a variety of soft upper materials. They have a “real shoe” look and feel with easy hook-and-loop closures. Additionally, the outsole wraps up and around the upper to protect crawling feet and provide durability in the two key abrasion points: the heel and the toe. Continue reading

Ann Taylor and Kate Hudson to Debut Capsule Collection

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Ann Taylor and Kate Hudson to Debut Capsule Collection

Hudson returns as ambassador for spring/summer 2013 campaign

Ann Taylor is thrilled to announce that award-winning actress Kate Hudson will return as ambassador of its spring and summer 2013 campaigns. This year, Hudson’s role will take on more importance and she will serve in a larger capacity, as both a design influence and charitable ambassador.   For the summer collection, she will be developing a capsule collection for the brand.  In addition, she will join the Advisory Council for the company’s ANNpower Vital Voices Initiative, a program that supports the empowerment of young women.

The spring 2013 ad campaign was shot by famed fashion photographer Norman Jean Roy at Milk Studios in Los Angeles. Debuting in early February, the campaign features Hudson wearing inspired bold mix of vibrant colors, modern florals and graphic prints. She instantly connected with the season’s looks including many of the dresses from the collection, wearing them with confidence and natural style. “I’m a dress girl through and through,” Hudson said.

“Working with Ann Taylor has been a great creative experience and there is a really wonderful connection. Putting these outfits together has been incredibly fun – they have such youthful energy and flair!” Hudson said. “I got to dance on a treadmill wearing some amazing dresses and heels while being photographed in front a giant digital screen when we shot this new campaign.”
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Dazzle Daily Unveils Limited Soft Pink Swarovski Heart Necklace Deal in Time for Valentine’s Day

DAZZLEDAILY.COM PINK SWAROVSKI HEART NECKLACEDazzle Daily Unveils Limited Soft Pink Swarovski Heart Necklace Deal in Time for Valentine’s Day

Dazzle Daily, www.DazzleDaily.com, is a unique daily jewelry deal website that offers rock bottom specials on popular jewelry every day. The Swarovski Heart Necklace is their current special, priced at only $12.00 plus free shipping.

Dazzle Daily is featuring the very popular Swarovski Heart Necklace for a limited time. This necklace often goes for $65 dollars and up online plus shipping and handling. While supplies last, customers can purchase the Swarovski Heart Necklace for only $12.00. Shipping is always free at Dazzle Daily Continue reading

Drew Barrymore, Walmart and Maesa Launch Premium Cosmetics Line

WAL-MART STORES, INC. FLOWER COSMETICSDrew Barrymore, Walmart and Maesa Launch Premium Cosmetics Line

FLOWER focuses on luxury brand quality at an affordable price;

Portfolio consists of eye, face, lip and nail products ranging from $4.98 to $13.98

Women no longer have to spend a lot of money to get the quality cosmetics they want and deserve. Today, Drew Barrymore, Walmart and Maesa announced the launch of FLOWER, an exclusive cosmetics line custom formulated with the same quality ingredients found in department store luxury brands, but sold for a fraction of the price. The portfolio consists of more than 181 eye, face, lip and nail products ranging from $4.98 to $13.98, and will be available in more than 1,500 Walmart stores and on Walmart.com by the end of January. Continue reading

Tickets On Sale for “The Reality of FASHION The Reality of AIDS” Reality Star Fashion Show to Benefit AIDS During NY Fashion Week

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Deena Cortese, Malaysia Pargo, Ramona Singer and Others to Walk Runway During New York Fashion Week for a Unique Fundraising Event

Tickets are now on sale for “The Reality of FASHION The Reality of AIDS,” (http://www.realityontherunway.com), slotted to take place on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013. The red carpet event will take place at the Altman Building in New York City located at 135 West 18th Street, New York, NY 10001 with doors opening at 7:30 p.m. Advanced tickets are required to attend with prices starting at $200 for standing room, $300 for priority seating, $450 for front row with gift bags and $1200 for Red Carpet/VIP access with a portion of all proceeds being donated to benefit the RFRA AIDS charity of choice for 2013. The featured designer for the evening will be Dominique Auxilly, a well-known NYC based designer who has dressed celebrity names such as Nicki Minaj, Coco, and Tamar Braxton. The official stylist for the show will be Julianne Costigan who has assisted and styled numerous Toronto Fashion Week Shows including Holt Renfrew, Joe Fresh, Christopher Bates & more. RFRA is created and produced by Monique Tatum and Beautiful Planning Marketing & PR (BPMPR).

There are an estimated 300,000 people in the United States who are unaware they are infected with HIV/AIDS. The fundraising event was created to raise immediate awareness surrounding these staggering numbers.

The participating star lineup includes reality stars and celebrities that have appeared on reality shows such as Deena Cortese of The Jersey Shore, Malaysia Pargo of Basketball Wives L.A., Janice Dickinson of Americas Next Top Model, Sheree Whitfield of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, The Bachelor stars, Glam Fairy stars, Tough Love stars and more. The show will showcase 20-25 reality stars gracing the runway in couture pieces that will be auctioned off in weeks following the show to also benefit AIDS.

Sponsors for the evening include AIRWORKS Compressors Corp, Dre Productions, Hatch Creative Studio, Cherwin and Cherwin Auctioneers, Pulsd, Lozo’s Virgin Hair, The JW Essex Marriot Hotel, TimeFrozen Photography, and Beautiful Planning Marketing & PR. Sponsorship opportunities are still open for brands to attach their names to an amazing evening.

To purchase tickets, sponsor, or additional information on “The Reality of FASHION The Reality of AIDS” please visit http://www.realityontherunway.com or call 877.841.7244.

About Beautiful Planning Marketing & PR

The Reality of FASHION The Reality of AIDS is an event exclusive to Beautiful Planning Marketing & PR (BPMPR). The firm has established a strong name within the fashion, celebrity and entertainment industry. Previous events for the firm includes Nina Skarra Mercedes Benz Fashion Week at Lincoln Center, EMERGE! – A fashion runway event for emerging designers, Fighting Leukemia with Fashion to benefit LLS and more. For more information visit http://www.bpm-pr.com.

SOURCE  Beautiful Planning Marketing & PR

 

L’Oreal Paris USA Introduces Advanced Haircare and Announces Facebook Giveaway of 1 Million Products

L’Oreal Paris Kicks Off Red Carpet Season by Encouraging Women to Change the Life of Their Hair

L'OREAL PARIS ADVANCED HAIRCARE COLLECTION

L’Oreal Paris, global hair authority and R&D leader, is proud to build on its 100 years of beauty heritage with the launch of a new franchise five years in the making – Advanced Haircare. Designed to help American women change the life of their hair, this clinically-tested(1) collection, on shelves now at mass retailers, consists of five tailored modules with shampoos, conditioners and hair treatments to deliver instant results and lasting transformation(1). With seven luxurious and effective treatments at the center of Advanced Haircare, L’Oreal Paris is encouraging women to adopt a three-step haircare routine – shampoo, condition and treat – to help hair look gorgeous. Continue reading

Bare Necessities’ “Swim Central” is the Hottest Swimsuit Destination on the Web!

BARE NECESSITIES SWIM CENTRALBare Necessities‘ “Swim Central” is the Hottest Swimsuit Destination on the Web!

Featuring Bra-Sized Swim up to K Cup, Plus-Size Swim, Men’s, and everything for your summer at the beach!

The premier launch of Bare Necessities’ “Swim Central”  hit the web in a huge way on January 16(th), 2013 Continue reading

Announcing the Invention of REVIVER Reusable Clothing Wipes

KUSIN & KUSIN LTD. WIPES, LOGOAnnouncing the Invention of REVIVER Reusable Clothing Wipes

FIRST-EVER ODOR-REMOVING DRY CLOTHING WIPE CREATES NEW CONSUMER CATEGORY FOR INSTANT FRESHNESS

 Introducing REVIVER, the revolutionary new reusable clothing wipe that instantly eliminates unwanted aromas on clothes and hair. REVIVER is a technological breakthrough that makes it easy and convenient to stay fresh and confident, anytime, anywhere. REVIVER is unlike anything on the market and pioneers an entirely new category of consumer products. Continue reading

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Victoria’s Secret Launches Swim Collection And Angels & Artists Swim Video Series

VICTORIA'S SECRET SWIM COLLECTIONVictoria’s Secret Launches Swim Collection And Angels & Artists Swim Video Series
Angel Candice Swanepoel appears on cover and video series to feature top musical artist

Victoria’s Secret launches the sizzling swim 2013 collection, which coincides with the release of the brand’s coveted swim catalogue. The first of four highly anticipated 2013 Victoria’s Secret Swim catalogues will hit mailboxes nationwide today. Shot by famed fashion photographer Russell James on the sunny beaches of Turks and Caicos and Miami, the catalogue features the sexiest swimsuits, inspired by old Hollywood, glamorous starlets and their chic escapes to the most luxurious destinations in the world. The brand, known for launching the careers of the most iconic supermodels in the world, has selected Angel Candice Swanepoel to appear on the cover of the first Swim catalogue cover of the year. The cover suit is the new Very Sexy Bandeau bikini, a retro inspired push-up bandeau available in an assortment of colors, prints and embellishment fabrics. Additional catalogues shot in Tulum and St. Barths will hit mailboxes throughout the season. Continue reading

Anna Banana Enterprises Introduces New Children’s Store: AnnaBananaShowroom.net

anabananaRetailer of baby gifts and children‘s apparel, Anna Banana Enterprises, today announced that it has opened an online store atwww.AnnaBananaShowroom.net.

The new online store promotes customer convenience and accessibility by offering children’s products in 15 categories; in-stock items ship within just 24-48 hours.  Founder of Anna Banana Enterprises, Anne Liddick, states, “A new baby in the family is always a gift within itself, but naturally we want to shower them with gifts. AnnaBananaShowroom.net permits new parents, family and friends to secure high quality and safe baby essentials and gifts without spending too much money. We look forward to expanding our product categories as our Company grows.” Continue reading

Beaute Prestige International USA to Distribute Ferragamo Parfums in the US

 maison-espritIt is announced  that Beaute Prestige International USA, the US division of the Paris-based luxury fragrance company and a division of Shiseido Americas Corporation, has entered into an exclusive, multi-year agreement for the sales, marketing and distribution of Ferragamo Parfums S.p.A. fragrances within the United States. Financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed. Continue reading

Kate Moss Debuts in Striking Stuart Weitzman Spring 2013 Campaign

STUART WEITZMAN KATE MOSSInternational fashion icon, wife, mother and entrepreneur, Kate Moss has been named the new face of Stuart Weitzman and will be showcased in the brand’s global print campaign for spring 2013, photographed by Mario Testino.

“I had a great time shooting the Stuart Weitzman campaign and I’m so happy to be the face of the brand this season,” said Kate Moss. “Working with Mario Testino is always fun and it was wonderful meeting Stuart on set.” Continue reading

PANDORA Jewelry Announces Partnership with U.S. Figure Skating, Four Continents Champion Ashley Wagner

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PANDORA SKATING ASHLEY WAGNERPANDORA Jewelry, one of world’s largest jewelry brands, today announced that figure skater Ashley Wagner, 2012 U.S. Champion and 2012 Four Continent Champion, has been named as the one of newest PANDORA style ambassadors. Continue reading

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Bettie Page Clothing launches new Spokesperson: Recording Artist, Mayra Veronica

BETTIE PAGE CLOTHING MAYRA VERONICABettie Page Clothing has just named recording artist, Mayra Veronica, as its spokesperson for their much anticipated fall collection. Mayra’s classic feminine look and moreover, her dedicated service to our troops overseas makes her the ideal choice.

About Bettie Page Clothing
Inspired by the 1950′s iconic pin-up, Bettie Page, dubbed “Queen of Pinups” – and created by Russian-born fashion designer, Tatyana Khomyakova, Bettie Page Clothing is an homage to the Bettie Page persona, which continues to mesmerize women and men worldwide with her voluptuous figure, sexy image, and jet black locks.
Opening their first store in 2007 at the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood on the Strip in Vegas, BPC now has ten stores across the U.S.A. in cities like San Francisco, Hollywood, San Diego, Minneapolis, and Salt Lake City where the vintage pin-up clothing has galvanized its followers. BPC has just become a publicly traded company, Tatyana Designs, Inc. (OTC: TATD).
About Mayra Veronica
Mayra is the modern-day Bettie Page with her heavenly curves, dark hair, and infectious smile. Mayra has also been branded Miss USO by an army of her most ardent fans overseas, where her sexy calendars and countless humanitarian visits have afforded a brief respite to the wounded and active alike.

Chosen by BPC for her exuberant femininity, Mayra demonstrates playfulness and class, while exuding sensuality when wearing the designs. “It may seem that the combination is rare,” notes Tatyana, “but really it is the soul of every woman. It’s just that Mayra exudes those traits in spades…”

 

dENiZEN® from the Levi’s® Brand Introduces New Collection of Totally Shaping Jeans Exclusively at Target

DENIZEN COLORED DENIMdENiZEN® from the Levi’s® Brand Introduces New Collection of Totally Shaping Jeans Exclusively at Target
Limited Edition Women’s Jewel-Tone Colored Denim for the Holidays Priced at $27.99
Forget the juice cleanses and exercise videos, looking slim and stylish this holiday season is easier than you think. In stores now, new limited edition colored denim styles of the best-selling Totally Shaping Mid-Rise Skinny jeans by dENiZEN®  from the Levi’s® brand are available exclusively at Target® stores and on Target.com.

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Rent the Runway Receives $20 Million Investment Led by Advance/Conde Nast

6a0133f3a4072c970b01630291b9d9970d-800wiRent the Runway (www.RenttheRunway.com), the leading online destination for dress and accessory rentals, has received a $20 million investment with all existing investors participating in the fundraising round including Advance, parent company of Conde Nast, Bain Capital Ventures, Highland Capital Partners and Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers.  Prior to the $20 million investment, Rent the Runway had raised more than $31 million in venture capital.

Jennifer Hyman, CEO and co-founder of Rent the Runway, commented, “The aspirational woman rents the runway because she is enamored with the lifestyles created by many of Advance’s Conde Nast properties.  We see this as a partnership with limitless opportunity.”

Rent the Runway currently boasts over 3 million members and 170 designer brands, and recently introduced the first-ever online social shopping platform – Our Runway – which allows women to shop based on user-generated photos of real women with their similar body type, rather than the typical model image.  With an overall brand mission to democratize luxury fashion, Our Runway adds another layer of accessibility to Rent the Runway.

“We are excited about our new association with Rent the Runway and look forward to creating unique consumer-centric programs with them,” said Bob Sauerberg, president of Conde Nast, who will be joining Rent the Runway’s Board of Directors.

ABOUT RENT THE RUNWAY:

Rent the Runway is the premier online destination for dress and accessory rentals.  With a revolving roster of over 170 top designers, 35,000 of the season’s hottest dresses, and 7,000 accessories, Rent the Runway is designer fashion delivered to her doorstep for a fraction of the price.  For all of life’s special occasions, www.RenttheRunway.com provides the Cinderella experience for women everywhere.

ABOUT CONDE NAST:

Conde Nast is home to some of the world’s most celebrated media brands. In the United States, Conde Nast publishes 18 consumer magazines, four business-to-business publications, 27 websites, and more than 50 apps for mobile and tablet devices, all of which define excellence in their categories. The company also owns Fairchild Fashion Media (FFM), whose portfolio of brands serves as the leading source of news and analysis for the global fashion community. Conde Nast has won more National Magazine Awards over the past ten years than all of its competitors combined. For more information, visit condenast.com or follow us on Twitter @CondeNastCorp.

SOURCE  Rent the Runway

 

Sears Optical Launchs Online Boutique With Kardashian Kollection Eyewear

382127_470608589649126_478905411_nSears Optical is excited to announce the launch of their online boutique with Kardashian Kollection Eyewear.  The collection has proven to be extremely popular at retail locations nationwide since its debut in July 2012, leading Sears Optical to offer the stylish eyewear online to customers everywhere.

The Kardashian Kollection Eyewear is inspired by Kim, Kourtney and Khloé Kardashian‘s individual styles.   The exclusive prescription-ready eyewear from Kardashian Kollection offers both eyeglass ophthalmic and sunglass styles.

The online boutique will offer eight Kardashian Kollection Eyewear pieces in six color ways. The collection will offer round, square and cateye frames available in black, brown, tortoise shell, gold, silver and nickel to appeal to a variety of shopper tastes. All sunglasses will be sold with a non-prescription sun lens with UV protection, featuring clear plastic anti-reflective lenses.

“The addition of the Kardashian Kollection Eyewear to stores nationwide has appealed to both new and existing customers.  We’re thrilled to make the collection accessible to more shoppers,” said Lana Krauter, President of Sears Apparel and SVP of Sears Holdings. “Providing an option to purchase online was essential in ensuring the availability to reach the Kardashian brand fan base.”

The Kardashian Kollection Eyewear sunglasses will retail for $99.99 and the eyeglass styles will retail for $119.99. The Sears Optical online shopping boutique will provide free domestic shipping and, for a limited time, offer a free eyewear case with every purchase. The collection can be viewed and purchased at http://SearsOptical.com/kardashian.

Please visit the Sears Optical Kardashian Kollection Eyewear online boutique at www.searsoptical.com/kardashian or view the product line at ShopYourWay.  You can check out more Kardashian Kollection styles at http://www.searsStyle.com.

ABOUT SEARS, ROEBUCK and CO.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., a wholly owned subsidiary of Sears Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: SHLD), is a leading broadline retailer providing merchandise and related services and  is part of ShopYourWay, a social shopping experience where members have the ability to earn points and receive benefits across a wide variety of physical and digital formats through ShopYourWay.com.  Sears, Roebuck offers its wide range of home merchandise, apparel and automotive products and services through its Sears-branded and affiliated stores in the United States and Canada. Sears, Roebuck also offers a variety of merchandise and services through sears.comlandsend.com, and specialty catalogs. Sears, Roebuck offers consumers leading proprietary brands including Kenmore, Craftsman, DieHard and Lands’ End — among the most trusted and preferred brands in the U.S.  The company is the nation’s largest provider of home services, with more than 15 million service and installation calls made annually. For more information, visit the Sears, Roebuck website at www.sears.com or the Sears Holdings Corporation website at www.searsholdings.com.

ABOUT LUXOTTICA GROUP
Luxottica Group is a leader in premium, luxury and sports eyewear with approximately 7,100 optical and sun retail stores in North America, Asia-Pacific, China, South Africa, Latin America, and Europe, and a strong, well-balanced brand portfolio. House brands include Ray-Ban, the world’s most famous sun eyewear brand, Oakley, Vogue, Persol, Oliver Peoples, Arnette and REVO, while licensed brands include Bvlgari, Burberry, Chanel, Coach, Dolce & Gabbana, Donna Karan, Polo Ralph Lauren, Prada, Tiffany and Versace. In addition to a global wholesale network involving 130 different countries, the Group manages leading retail chains in major markets, including LensCrafters, Sears Optical, Pearle Vision and ILORI in North America, OPSM and Laubman & Pank in Asia-Pacific, LensCrafters in China, GMO in Latin America and Sunglass Hut worldwide. The Group’s products are designed and manufactured at its six manufacturing plants in Italy, two wholly owned plants in the People’s Republic of China, one plant in Brazil and one plant in the United States devoted to the production of sports eyewear. In 2011, Luxottica Group posted net sales of more than EUR6.2 billion. Additional information on the Group is available at www.luxottica.com.

ABOUT INSPECS USA
Inspecs USA is the American sector of British based Inspecs, a design and innovation driven global eyewear company. The company was established in 1988 with the mission to produce desirable eyewear with excellent value. Inspecs designs, manufactures and markets a wide spectrum of products to appeal to a varied customer base, from competitively priced and uniquely tailored private label programs to expertly crafted branded collections, including the Kardashian Kollection Eyewear line.  For more information on Inspecs products and collections, visit the website at www.inspecsusa.com.

SOURCE  Sears, Roebuck and Co.

 

‘L’Oreal USA Hairdressers Against AIDS’ To Initiate One Million Conversations About HIV Testing

hairdressers-against-aidsL’Oreal USA Hairdressers Against AIDS‘ To Initiate One Million Conversations About HIV Testing

Hairstylists across the country to use their voice, use their power, for a beautiful world without AIDS by encouraging their clients and community to get tested Continue reading

A History of The Little Black Dress

The little black dress is a timeless classic that has been a must have item for every girl’s wardrobe for longer than most can remember! Online fashion retailer Kaleidoscope has compiled an infographic to celebrate the LBD and illustrate how it has evolved throughout the decades, and illustrate its place in fashion and popular culture.

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