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Jul 19 2009
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Pepsi Pops Up in Fashion Market

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Who would have thought?

Pepsi is continuing full steam ahead with its branded apparel.

You may have already seen t-shirts, sweatshirts and pants; Fashion UK’s Pepsi and 7Up t-shirts have, according to reports, sold successfully in popular UK retailer Topshop, among others.

Now we hear that there’s a new deal with Paper House, who will produce greeting cards featuring artwork of the Pepsi bottle cap by famed artist, Andy Warhol.

In addition, Pepsi-Cola products, including stationery and cell phone accessories, shoes and sandals, and handbags and accessories, top the list of new Pepsi licensing agreements.

I guess we should be hearing from Coca-Cola soon…?


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Jul 13 2009
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How to Shop for a Husband

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According to Fashion Week Daily, tomorrow from 6 to 9 p.m., there’ll be a book launch celebration in NYC.

It’s linked to “How to Shop for a Husband,” written by Janice Lieberman, who you may see on NBC’s “Today”  as a consumer correspondent from time to time.

Of course the title grabbed me and I had to check it out.

According to publishers Macmillan,

Janice Lieberman brings her vast shopping expertise as well as her personal knowledge of the dating marketplace together to tell you how to shop for the most important “purchase” of your life—your spouse.How to Shop for a Husband uses smart shopping principles to formulate rules that will help women select a spouse and “close the deal.” This savvy shopper’s guide provides a checklist all women can use in their hunt for the ultimate bargain, and also highlights potential pitfalls.

If you’re at all interested in learning how to shop for a husband, you may also want to preview the book and take a read of the first chapter.

Click to download and read.

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Jun 19 2009
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Katy v. Katie

Reuters is reporting the latest in a legal debate as an Australia fashion designer seeks to launch her line, “Katie Perry,” to the horror of singer Katy Perry’s reps.

BRISBANE, Australia (Billboard) – Singer Katy Perry’s representatives are attempting to block an Australian fashion designer from trade-marking her clothing range with the brand name Katie Perry.

The designer, who started her high-end Katie Perry loungewear label two years ago, initiated a trademark application in September 2008 and recently opened her first outlet in Sydney. But she was hit with a cease-and-desist order from representatives of the EMI-signed artist, in an attempt to halt the “similar name” being used in connection with the clothing label.

The Australian businesswoman was born Katie Jane Perry, but sometimes goes by the name Katie Howell.

EMI said in a statement Thursday that a “routine notice letter was sent to Ms. Howell, as is customary in trademark practice, alerting her of Ms. Perry’s intended application” for trademark protection down under.

The American pop singer, whose real name is Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson, has become a mainstream star in Australia, scoring a No. 1 hit last year with “I Kissed A Girl” and winning best newcomer at the MTV Australia Awards in March. Her follow-up “Hot N Cold” reached No. 4. She is scheduled to begin in Australian tour on Brisbane on Aug. 12.


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Jun 09 2009
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SALE: Tracy Reese 60-80% Off Original Prices

Gasp!

This is a sample sale you don’t want to miss!

And get this, the first 400 customers get gift bags!

6/16 – 6/18/09
Spring Sample & Stock Sale in NYC!
250 W. 39th Street, NYC
June 16th & 17th 8am-7pm, 18th 8am-2pm
60-80% off original prices
Clothing, Shoes, Bedding & Jewelry!

Click here for more deets!

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May 18 2009
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Woody Allen Wins $5 Million Settlement from American Apparel

It’s finally over!

Woody Allen agreed today to accept a $5 million settlement from American Apparel.

This is reported to be the largest amount ever paid under the New York Right to Privacy Statute.

Allen had sued American Apparel in March 2008 for using his image on their billboards, storefront banners, corporate headquarters, and internet website without permission. The settlement comes on the day a jury trial was set to begin in Manhattan. One week earlier, the Court had rejected American Apparel’s principal defenses.

Allen issued a pretty loaded statement today.

“American Apparel calculatingly took my name, my likeness, and image and used them publicly to promote their business. Threats and press leaks by American Apparel designed to smear me did not work and a scheme to call a long list of witnesses who had nothing to do with the case was disallowed by the court. I hope this very large settlement will discourage American Apparel and others from doing this type of thing to myself or others in the future.”

I’m just happy the drama’s all done!


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May 15 2009
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LA Gear Making A Comeback

LA GEAR STARDUST

I can’t believe people are gonna be wearing these again!

From 1989-1990, the Unstoppable line from LA Gear was all the rage.

Now in 2009, the sneaker company has seen it fit to do a limited edition release of the Stardust in the US.

Available in five colors – light grey, white/blue, white/grey/green, white/lilac/green, and light pink, they still have the signature rhinestones and bow-tie in the back.

Apparently, the limited edition run only consists of 89 pairs and went on sale Wednesday night. Check them out.

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May 09 2009
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President’s Suit Makers Going Bankrupt?

The Chicago-area factory that makes President Obama’s suits has been threatened with closure by bailout recipient Wells Fargo.

In a press release issued today by Workers United, it was announced that on Monday, 500 workers at Hart Schaffner & Marx will hold a rally and historic “sit in” vote to fight for their jobs.

As major lender and TARP fund recipient Wells Fargo & Co. push for a bankruptcy closure of the facility, do the workers really think President Obama will step in to save his suit makers?

Who knows…

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Apr 13 2009
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10 lbs Thinner, 10 Years Younger, 10 Times the Glam

Wanna look 10 pounds thinner, 10 years younger and 10 times more glamorous?

Apparently, there are two stylists who can help.

Ruth and Sara Levy have cooked up a new formula called, “The Fashion Code,” which they swear will work with anyone.

On Wednesday, the two fashion experts will launch the Code on “The Rachael Ray Show” – and on their new website, www.TheFashionCode.com .

“These days, there’s an instruction manual for everything – except how to dress,” says Sara. “Sure, there are tips and tricks for looking good, but nowhere is there an actual foolproof formula for dressing beautifully….until now.”

I’m gonna put this to the test when it launches. Stay tuned!

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Apr 03 2009
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De la Renta Disses Obama’s Fashion Choices

Even if we’re all chattering about how fly Michelle Obama’s style is, there’s one person out there who isn’t.

And his name might ring a bell.

Enter designer, Oscar De la Renta.

“You don’t…go to Buckingham Palace in a sweater,” he told WWD about Michelle’s ensemble when she met the Queen this week–according to a CNN report.

“American fashion right now is struggling,” he said. “I think I understand what [Obama and her advisers] are doing, but I don’t think that is the right message at this particular point.”


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Mar 30 2009
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Queen Latifah’s Getting Sued

After celebrating her birthday at a star-studded party this weekend, Queen Latifah’s Monday got off to a potentially bad start.

Reuters reports indicate that two lawsuits were filed against the singer-actress today by a makeup artist and stylist.

The two claim they are owed hundreds of thousands of dollars for their services over the past five years, according to the news item.

In two separate lawsuits filed in Manhattan federal court, cosmetics consultant Roxanna Floyd and fashion stylist Susan Moses accused the Grammy Award-winning singer, whose real name is Dana Owens, of breach of contract.

Floyd claimed she is owed more than $700,000 for helping develop, produce and market the “Queen Collection,” which is the singer’s line of cosmetics for CoverGirl.

Moses claimed she is owed more than $300,000 including for advising Owens, 39, in her role as the spokeswoman and model for “Curvations,” a lingerie line that targets fuller figured women.

The lawsuits said Floyd and Moses ended their working relationships with Owens in February 2008. Both women have also consulted for Owens in her film roles, including “Hairspray” in 2007.

A spokeswoman for Owens was not immediately available for comment.

(Reporting by Christine Kearney, editing by Michelle Nichols and Paul Simao)

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