"Seeing Stars"... Knockout Emmy Night Fashions - Announced by Top Stylists

It was standing room only at The 62nd Annual Emmy Awards, where international stylists and identical twin sisters Sara and Ruth Levy weighed in on the top 10 Emmy fashion contenders. "The Hollywood starlets separated themselves into two fashion corners. In one corner, chic and elegant, and in the other - those who needed more training before getting into the ring with Hollywood's fashion heavyweights," reported the Levy sisters.

"There were several impressive knockouts on the red carpet tonight. Of course, it wouldn't be television if they didn't show a few below-the-belt style hits as well," said the twins, who have appeared on TV's "Rachael Ray" Show as well as NBC's Cracking The Fashion Code and provide fashion styling and consulting for a variety of clients in the U.S. and Europe.

"With the teams of fashion stylists and designers (not to mention the avalanche of gorgeous clothes and jewelry) literally thrown at these stars, everyone should be in top fashion form on the red carpet," says Ruth. "However, how many times do we all ask ourselves during award ceremonies - WHAT was she thinking?!"

"But tonight it wasn't all left hooks. Although some outfits, like Heidi Klum's uber-mini dress would have made Rocky blush, others were definitely destined for The Emmy's Fashion Hall of Fame."

According to the Twins, the top five "Fashion Knockouts" of the night were:

1. "Maria Menounos, who reigned champion in her $35,000 beaded Ralph and Russo gown. Her dress's secret weapon? 15,000 hand-sewn crystals. She brought old Hollywood glamour back with a vengeance thereby earning her the heavyweight fashion crown of the evening (Swarovski-studded, of course)."

2. "Julie Benz clinched the win, looking long and lean in Pamella Roland. She obviously worked on her cardio to sizzle in this form-fitting, elegant white number. Kudos to Julie for just saying no to this year's obsession with extra feathers, fluff and lace. Keeping it simple was her best game plan."

3. "Jane Lynch shed her beloved Adidas track suit and was in plum form in a gorgeous off the shoulder purple silk gown."

4. "Claire Danes came out on top in Armani Prive. She was in her best form yet and the gold beading seduced us - Tinseltown style. Her 2 million dollar ring had us see women's jackets ing stars -and security working overtime."

5. "Rose Byrne gave a polished delivery in her Greek-Goddess Gucci gown. Although a little un-orthodox, we applaud her for stepping away from the basic prom-dress theme of the evening and daring to go for the gold - literally."

Sara and Ruth's picks for the five worst "Knock-downs" were:

1. "Christina Hendricks came up throwing wild purple punches in this feathery ensemble. With her plunging neckline she was just one deep breath away from a wardrobe malfunction - and a bonding moment with Janet Jackson. Who knew double-faced tape came in industrial strength?"

2. "January Jones. Looks like she sparred with a Smurf and a mermaid... and lost. A fashion intervention was then called by the referee. The towel was thrown in - which unfortunately landed on the next contender..."

3." ...Lauren Graham, who had to then pull out with a dress injury. Not sure if she felt the pain, but we sure did."

4. "Mindy Kaling looked like she was about to float away in this goth, Adam's Family-inspired prom dress. Made us want to call for a commercial break."

5. "Anna Paquin looked more like a bullfighter than a style prizefighter with her golden epaulette adorned shoulders. The only thing that was missing was the bull. Too bad, with her looks she could have been a contender..."

"Another year of Emmys. You win some. You lose some... and we all have a great time seeing, once again, which styles and stars made the cut. To the good the bad and the (dare we say) ugly - we applaud your courage, your sense of style, and your ability, as always, to knock us out."

(For Emmy photos of the above outfits see the popular Fashion Code blog).

The Fashion Code has been applauded for it's dedication to eradicating fashion's myths and helping women dress for their unique bodies - rather than being a slave to unrealistic fashion trends. They are known for their eye opening use of before and after fashion photos which expose how women are misled by the fashion industry on how to dress for their bodies, rather than a model's in a magazine. They can be contacted through their site at TheFashionCode.com.

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DownEast Home & Clothing Announces New Management Hires

High-style, low-price retailer DownEast Outfitters has announced the hiring of three new managers to oversee stores in Utah, Arizona and Wyoming. The retailer experienced significant growth throughout 2010 including expansion into several new Western U.S. states.

"Our success as a retail brand, particularly the new store openings and growth we've had since early 2010, is driven entirely by customer demand for our guilt-free shopping experience," said Rich Israelsen, chief operating officer for DownEast. "Once a store opens, our ability to maintain customer excitement and foot traffic is highly dependent on the talent, knowledge and dedication of our local management and staff. We are very excited about the appointment of new managers at our Dana Park, Park City and Rock Springs stores and believe their dedication and drive will help us to further our success."

The newly announced managers include:

•     Tina Sjoberg, who manages the Dana Park store in Mesa, Arizona. Sjoberg previously worked at Nine West and The Children's Place.
•     Kelsey Deluca, who manages DownEast's first store in Wyoming at the White Mountain Mall in Rock Springs and previously worked at Old Navy.
•     Sara Gonzales, who manages the Tanger Outlets location in Park City, Utah. Gonzales previously spent six years at Nordstrom working in management, sales and as a fashion board leader.

DownEast currently employs over 500 in seven states. It has plans to open additional stores throughout the West in 2011.

About DownEast Outfitters
DownEast Outfitters (http://www.downeastoutfitters.com ), a leader in stylish and affordable apparel, home furnishings and accessories, believes that shopping should be a fun, guilt-free experience. Founded in 1991 and still family-owned and operated, DownEast continues its goal of bringing customers the very best merchandise including modest clothing – from national brands to its own DownEast Basics apparel – at the very best prices.

The DownEast Basics clothing line features smart layering pieces and wardrobe enhancing garments so you can embrace the American classic look with your own sense of style.

Shop for cute tops and accessories for women and girls at DowneastBasics.com.

The fast-growing retailer operates nationally with its Basics line via its online store in addition to 41 locations throughout the West including Utah, California, Idaho, Arizona, Washingto women's jackets n, Nevada and Wyoming.

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CAbi Launches Spring 2011 Collection with its Largest Fashion Show Ever

Fresh off the heels of 'The Scoop' and its biggest fashion show to date, CAbi (Carol Anderson by invitation) – one of the nation's largest designer direct sales apparel companies – has officially launched its Spring 2011 Collection. The Scoop, which is a week of professional development, training and celebration for the company's Independent Fashion Consultants, was held in Nashville, Tenn. at the Gaylord Hotel at Opryland. Consultants, bloggers and select invited guests flocked to Opryland to view the much anticipated debut of what has been called designer Carol Anderson's "best collection yet!"

Watch this video to see the CAbi Spring 2011 Runway Show

Spring Fashion Trends 2011: Career Inspired Collections

The CAbi Design Team placed high importance on having the Spring 2011 Collection reflect the extraordinary lives of women. The Spring 2011 Collection is broken out into eight different themed collections, from blogger to art teacher, and musician to photojournalist, each vignette represents the varied and exciting lives of CAbi customers. CAbi has created a fun and flexible collection that will take women's coats women from soccer games to board meetings and everything in between.

Complete with happy prints, bold colors and lots of feminine florals, the CAbi Spring 2011 Collection is packed with optimism and joy - reflecting the spirit and enthusiasm of women everywhere! The collection is riddled with the fashion industry's hottest fashion trends for spring 2011 – an homage to military, embracing neutrals head-to-toe, and of course the exquisite patterns and prints Carol and the CAbi Design Team have become synonymous with, the industry and the internet is abuzz with chatter over this very unique collection.

View the CAbi Spring 2011 Look Book

Heart Of CAbi Foundation

This also marks the fifth anniversary of the Heart of CAbi Foundation – the charitable arm of CAbi which works with other internationally recognized nonprofit organizations to fulfill the mission of providing the poor and disenfranchised women of the world a greater opportunity and realization of empowerment through the gifts of our clothing, our financial support, and our volunteer efforts. Since 2005, the Heart of CAbi Foundation has donated over 1.2 million garments in charitable support to women in over 40 countries.

"The Heart of CAbi Foundation was created to help victims who lost every belonging in Hurricane Katrina – and now we've been privileged to help women across the world," said Scott Farquhar, CEO, CAbi LLC. "With the tremendous outpouring from the volunteers and individual donors and the caliber of organizations we've worked with, it begs us to imagine our impact in the next five years."

Watch the 5th Anniversary Heart of CAbi Foundation Video

About CAbi LLC:

For over 25 years, women's apparel designer, Carol Anderson, sold her collections in high-end department stores and specialty boutiques across the country. In an effort to maintain her creative freedom and to bring her loyal following of customers even closer to the brand, CAbi (Carol Anderson by invitation) was launched in 2001. Leveraging the brand's reputation in the fashion world, CAbi is a lucrative career opportunity for women that brings Carol's designs directly to the customer.

CAbi has expanded its large national footprint with Consultants in all 50 states. CAbi offers two collections a year, which are available exclusively through the company's Independent Fashion Consultants. CAbi has developed a solid reputation for its unparalleled quality in clothing as well as its outstanding CAbi Consultants who are known for placing the customer's happiness with her clothing selections above sales.

For more information, visit cabionline.com and read CAbi's blog, the CAbi Canary, at cabicanary.com

View our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/cabiclothing and follow us on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/cabiclothing

Contact: Marie Coleman, mcoleman(at)carolanderson(dot)com or (310) 683.3333 x682.

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Best Online Deals for Black Friday Christmas Gifts Released by ThoseTechGuys.com

Those Tech Guys have released a best online deals for Black Friday Christmas gifts review online. The researchers for this technology based website h Tips: Find Street Fashion Online(may be you can find what you want on the oasap.com) ave found some of the gifts that are expected to sell out this season. Retailers like this one were found to have better deals than most online.

The original review includes pricing information as well as stock information. A survey of hundreds of retailers was made to help prepare the review that was published online.

According to the review posted online, everything from electronics to home goods is expected to do well for retailers that are selling these products online. Brick and mortar retailers that also have online websites often have separate deals for in-store and online customers.

The majority of the savings in the Those Tech Guys review were up to 70 percent off the MSRP for shopping online.

The SINGER 2259 normally retails for over $130 although the price found by Those Tech Guys online is now under $69 with free shipping. The quick threading technology and the more than 16 built in stitches make this machine one of the smallest and most accurate on the market. Ladies that perform mending of clothes or that make clothes could benefit from the 54 percent off price found by Those Tech Guys.

Laptops are expected to exceed sales forecasts according to analysts of the 2012 season. While laptops are popular, the accessories market can be one thing that is valuable to those purchasing gifts. The Those Tech Guys review includes special deals on memory and laptop cases to go along with laptop sales. The Case Logic LAPS-116 was found to be one of the best deals online.

The list price for this case is currently $30. The special Black Friday price tag that was discovered has lowered the price of this bag to $11.99 when the Case Logic LAPS-116 is purchased online. This effort can be combined with free shipping to make this case one of the best prices online. Those purchasing this case for Cyber Monday or Black Friday could benefit from the 60 percent savings found by Those Tech Guys.?

The iPhone 5 release in 2012 was one of the largest on record for Apple. Millions of this new cell phone were sold and many people found that it was sold out faster than expected. Like laptops and other devices, the accessories market for cell phones is one that can be easily forgotten. As retailers prepare to boost sales online, cases for iPhone 5 models were found by Those Tech Guys to be excellent deals.

The STM Bags Opera Case for iPhone 5 was found online for 60 percent off the list price of $30. The new $11 price tag for this case is helping iPhone 5 owners to find one of the best cases for this device for a sale price. This price was found by ThoseTechGuys.com to be extended through Black Friday and into Cyber Monday.

The review posted online by Those Tech Guys is expected to be updated as new price changes are added or deleted to due stock increase or decreases.

About ThoseTechGuys.com

First launched in 2011, ThoseTechGuys.com has become one of the leading technology and product review websites online. By staffing its company with expert researchers, this resourceful website has been able to help the buying public to make more informed decisions for holiday shopping and regular consumer speding online. ThoseTechGuys.com is owned and operated by technology lovers to help men and women find the best deals with unbiased reviews. New reviews are published frequently at http://www.thosetechguys.com.

Annansi Clothing Co. Debuts Women's Collection at New York Fashion Week

Annansi Clothing Co. is pleased to announce that their newly launched, highly anticipated Women's Collection will be previewed during the Sofistafunk Skirt Co. Spring/Summer 07 Collection showing September 8th at Chelsea Studios, 151 West 26th Street, New York, NY. Select items from Annansi Clothing Co.'s new women's line will also be part of the luxury gift bags presented to celebrities and VIP's on Sunday September 10th, 2006 when Celebrity Photographer Rowena Husbands hosts the invite only Launch Party for Sofistafunk Skirt Co. at Vain Lounge, 105 West 27th Street, NY , 9p.m.

Previously containing only men's offerings, the Annansi Clothing Co. collection is being evolved to include women's wear at the request of numerous female fans. Designer Kofi Annan (no relation) has created a collection of upscale women's streetwear with a cultural twist. Ever emphasizing and reflecting the company motto, Afrique C'est Chic (Africa is chic), the new collection gives the bold colors and strong graphics the label's customers are familiar with a feminine touch. "We chose to preview the collection during this event because we feel that the Sofistafunk Skirt customer is the same fashion-forward woman whose eclectic style and unique sense of self draws her to Annansi Clothing Co.'s designs," Mr. Annan says.

The edgy styles and slim fit of previous Annansi Clothing Co. collections have already attracted rave reviews worldwide. The Africa-inspired shirts have been worn by celebrities such as Akon and The Fugees, and has appeared at the American Music Awards and on B.E.T. and VH1. The company was previously nominated for a Fashion Group International Menswear award. The full collection of women's t-shirts will be available for purchase in Spring 2007 at select boutiques.

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Global Market for Baby Disposable Diapers to Reach US$29.0 Billion by 2015, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

A highly commoditized market, baby diapers is intrinsically a tough category for manufacturers to operate in. But the market confronted its toughest challenge ever, manifested in the form of the recent world economic slowdown. Although baby diapers are necessities and represent baby care products that are not readily compromised by doting parents, the market nevertheless is not recession proof as widely opined. The prolonged world economic recession has taken its toll on the baby disposable diapers market with demand growth decelerating in developing markets and sales eroding in developed markets such as the United States.

Decreases in purchase frequencies, coupled with consumers trading down to branded goods sold at popular-to-moderate price points, has exerted pressure on the market's revenue earning capability. Shrewder use of the product and innovation in absorptive capacity has extended the period between diaper changes, thus leading to a decline in purchase frequencies. Fall in purchase frequencies is also the result of frugal consumer spending triggered by falling disposable spends, reduction in household wealth and rise in unemployment. Additionally, the recession has induced shifts in consumer preferences towards lesser expensive cloth diapers, which further squeezed revenue opportunities in the market.

Growth in baby disposable diapers market post recession primarily hinges onto resurgence in consumer spending habits, and gradual trading up to premium diapers, which can generate higher revenue for market participants. With the recession triggering changes in baby diapering systems, manufacturers across the globe are seeking new ways to stay afloat. Interestingly, manufacturers in developed, mature markets such as the US and Europe are focusing on the premium segment to expand value sales. This is primarily because falling birth rates in these countries leave very little scope for volume sales gains. Innovation ranks high on the charts with leading players like P&G and Kimberly Clark focusing on roping in top-notch designers to develop designer baby diapers. The designer diaper market is thus forecast to emerge as the next battleground in these markets, with diaper R&D shifting from developing super absorbent and safe materials towards aesthetics, and thus developing product concepts for designer diapers.

Key marketing strategies adopted by manufacturers to revitalize the market include adoption of adroit marketing strategies, such as, offering price-to-value benefits, innovating product features and harnessing the power of social media to target modern socially networked parents. Russia, China, Brazil, India, and other developing countries pan out attractive future growth opportunities for manufacturers, and product variables poised to score the highest gains will be convenience and ease of use and disposal.

As stated by the new market research report on baby disposable diapers, Europe continues to remain the largest regional market. Asia-Pacific on the other hand, is the fastest growing regional market. The sheer number of annual births, increase in the number of working women, fast-paced consumer lifestyles, improving economic affluence, rising spends per child, and growing awareness over the importance of hygiene are the primary factors driving robust growth in Asia-Pacific.

Major players in the marketplace include Associated Hygienic Products LLC, First Quality Enterprises, Godrej Consumer Products, Kao Corporation, Kimberly-Clark Corp., Ontex, Procter & Gamble, SCA Hygiene Products, Uni-Charm Corp, among others.

The research report titled "Baby Disposable Diapers: A Global Strategic Business Report", announced by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of market trends, drivers, issues, profiles of major players, product developments and other strategic industry activities. The report provides market estimates and projections for major geographic markets such as United States, Canada, Japan, Europe (France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, and Rest of Europe) Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World.

For more details about this comprehensive market research report, please visit – http://www.strategyr.com/Baby_Disposable_Diapers_Market_Report.asp.

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
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PaloVia Skin Renewing Laser: Skincare-News.com Reveals 10 Anti-Aging Benefits of this Device

With age, and as more wrinkles begin appearing on the face, the eye area often reveals frustrating signs of premature aging – such as crow's feet, expression lines, dark circles and sagging skin. Professional, in-office treatments can help, but not everybody can afford the time or money for these pricey and time-consuming treatments. The PaloVia Skin Renewing Laser was designed to provide an effective at-home option. How does this hand-held device offer results that are professional quality? To find out more, visit Skincare-News.com or click skincare-news.com/a-9596-PaloVia_Skin_Renewing_Laser_Top_10_Reasons_to_Try_this_AntiAging_Device.aspx

With the many topical treatments on the market today that are specially designed to treat aging skin around the eye area, it can be difficult to find one that yields real results. Few topical eye creams and serums live up to their big claims, offering only surface-level repair. Laser technology, on the other hand, can enact change deep below the superficial layer of skin to bring back health and radiance. How do these gentle laser pulses help to improve collagen and elastin production and improve how the skin functions? To find out more, visit Skincare-News.com or click skincare-news.com/a-9596-PaloVia_Skin_Renewing_Laser_Top_10_Reasons_to_Try_this_AntiAging_Device.aspx

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Looking for tips on how to coordinate the season's hair and fashion trends? Want ideas for age-appropriate clothing and makeup to flatter every skin type? Whether a woman is a seasoned fashionista or simply wants to boost her everyday style, this guide to getting gorgeous can point everyone in the right direction. Find out how to choose key pieces for any wardrobe and revamp hair and makeup for a fresh, pulled-together look for every age, season and occasion. The Fashion & Beauty Handbook covers seasonal trends, anti-aging fashion advice and essential tips for men, teenagers and busy women who want to look and feel their best from head to toe.

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Looking for tips on how to age gracefully and maintain healthy skin? Aging is an inevitable process, but there are key ways to maintain stunning, radiant skin. Whether a person is just beginning to notice fine lines or is looking for more intensive measures to improve skin, this thorough guide is a great start to anti-aging skin care. The 35 highlighted articles cover the full spectrum of anti-aging skin care, including how to prevent and treat signs of aging at any age, makeup tips for mature skin and the details on effective ingredients. Learn the ins and outs of aging and tips for younger-looking skin, from the inside out.    Tips: Find Street Fashion Online(may be you can find what you want on the oasap.com) ; 

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Sunday's Best® 2011 Colors Make Debut at Kraft Nabisco Championship

In response to record temperatures in the early rounds of the 40th Annual Kraft Nabisco Championship, players gave us all a preview of the colors and items in women's golf apparel we'll be seeing this spring and summer in shops and boutiques nationwide.

Bright colors, knee-length shorts, skorts and skirts, some with loops for wide belts, were seen on the tournament leaders.

"Solid coral, fuchsia, yellow, aqua, hot pink and strong reds were everywhere," said women's golf clothing designer Tracey Lynn Blake. "The colors on those items are what retailers have been ordering for spring and summer."

The temperature hit a record 103 degrees in Round Two on Friday.

That's when Morgan Pressel put on a functional and perfect-fitting white shirt and yellow skort to deal with the heat. With the temperature down 20 degrees to normal in the final round on Sunday, Pressel earned Blake's pick as wearing Sunday's Best? for selecting yet another practical, distinctive outfit. Pressel wore a red skort and black belt with a black cap-sleeve shirt accentuated with angular red and white stripes across the front.

"Strong colors appropriate to the condi women's jackets tions and clothes that fit perfectly allowed her to make a classy impression both days," said Blake, founder of the fashion-forward tracey lynn women's golf clothing line. "That's what women tell us they want, golf clothing that's fashionable, fits and flatters."

Getting a fashion pan from Blake was the world's leading women's player, Yani Tseng. "The women in our focus groups all agree and say women's golf apparel should enhance the player's appearance and be functional," Blake said. "Yani is a great player, and I am always reluctant to be critical, but Yani's low-rider shorts just don't reflect her standing in the game or contribute to her appearance. The label on her left shirt sleeve was peeling off, as well."

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Celebrate the 80’s, Zappos.com Style, With Throwback Fashion From KangaROOS Sold Exclusively At Zappos.com

Remember the 80's—the decade of neon, shoulder pads, and micro-minis? Remember when Members Only was a jacket, not an online shopping club—and legwarmers were a girl's favorite fashion staple thanks to a little movie called Flashdance? The 80's were totally awesome and so were the KangaROOS sneakers we wore—you remember…the ones with the pockets where you could stash your key or money while you were working out at the gym or hanging with your friends. Tubular, right?

Well, Zappos.com has some great news for all of you adults who crave a little flash from your past. The KangaROOS brand and its popular throwback-style sneakers—in all their colorful glory—are now being sold online exclusively at Zappos.com.

"The retro trend is more popular than ever and wearing a style that reminds people of a cool, laid-back time in their lives is, well tubular," said Brooke Hyden, style expert for Zappos.com. "Whether you're running errands with the kids, going to the movies, or just kicking back at home, the feeling of nostalgia the KangaROOS brand evokes is sure to make you feel happy and put an extra little bounce in your step."

Parents can now give their kids a chance to experience the 80's culture they loved with throwback styles available for the whole family. Choose from more colors than you can count, and in colors to suit everyone's tastes. KangaROOS are affordably priced from $50-$55 for women and men, and $30-$40 for kids—and of course, they're only available at Zappos.com. Tubular.

About Zappos.com
Established in 1999, Zappos.com has quickly become a leader in online apparel and footwear sales by striving to provide shoppers with the best possible service and selection, with gross merchandise sales exceeding $1 billion annually. Zappos.com currently stocks millions of products from over 1000 clothing and shoe brands. Zappos.com was recognized in 2009 and 2010 by FORTUNE MAGAZINE as one of the "100 BEST COMPANIES TO WORK FOR". Zappos.com is proud to be named a J.D. Power 2011 Customer Service Champion and is only one of 40 companies so named in the U.S. More information about the company's customer service philosophy, unique company culture, and job openings can be found at about.zappos.com More information about the Zappos Insights business membership program can be found at zapp fashion jackets osinsights.com.

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Dotcoms For Moms? Launches All- Inclusive Back To School Guide

With summer fading and the new school year just around the corner, Dotcoms For Moms? (DFM) has launched the Ultimate Back To School Guide, showcasing the best of the web and preparing moms and their families to start the school year right. The comprehensive guide provides the top online resources and advice for moms on everything school-related including: Preschool, Grade School, Middle and High School, College, Homework Help, School Gear, School Options, After School Activities and School Moms.

Knowing that moms search for back to school supplies at the lowest prices, the School Gear section of DFM's guide provides links for student essentials for all ages: backpacks, writing and desk supplies, lunch boxes and more, all priced to help families stay within budget.

For those entering the school system for the first time, the guide's Preschool section provides websites for moms on choosing the right type of school for the child, alleviating separation anxiety, and examining the importance of play-based learning, along with top toddler fashion sites and ideas for arts and crafts projects for the little ones.

With DFM's Grade School section, parents can browse through references on guiding their children through the elementary years. Topics covered include women's jackets online recommendations on transitioning from preschool to kindergarten, child development, school lunch ideas and projects to participate in with the kids.

The tween/teen years can be especially complex for both parent and child. The Middle and High School section helps to guide parents through the adolescent years with resources surrounding critical topics such as dating and sex, prom, teen health. It also lists the top sites for fashions that teens will want to wear.

The guide's College section offers advice on college application prep and scholarship resources, as well as tips on helping the graduate transition to the college lifestyle with dorm style ideas, inside information on sororities and fraternities, college safety articles and a Fab 5 list to help students pack for college.

School doesn't end at the bell—the guide's After School Activities provides parents an overview of the different types of extracurricular students can participate in during the school year including drama clubs, sports, volunteer groups and student government. With the guide's Homework Help section, parents can keep their child at the head of the class by assisting in five major areas of study: Math, Reading, English, Science and History.

DFM's guide also contains sections exploring School Options and what needs to be considered when making the choice to attend certain types of schools - plus a section exclusively for School Moms on how to handle the everyday stresses of school committees, scheduling play dates and being an active participant in the child's education.

To coincide with the guide, The DFM Back to School Shop has been updated to feature budget-friendly back to school supplies and fashion, including "Carpool Couture," handpicked women's clothing and beauty items for moms who want to look and feel stylish as they drop their kids at school.

About Dotcoms For Moms
Inspired by her own busy life as a mother to three children (twin boys followed a year later by a girl,) award-winning television producer, author and lifestyle expert Rita Mauceri launched Dotcoms For Moms? in January 2011 to provide moms a solution to the challenge they face online: keeping track of the gems and weeding out all the junk found in a typical online search. With the launch of Dotcoms For Moms?, Mauceri draws on her more than 15 years of experience in entertainment and women's lifestyle to create the ultimate online destination for moms of all ages with children of all ages. For more information on Dotcoms For Moms?, please visit http://www.dotcomsformoms.com

A veteran television producer of top-rated entertainment and lifestyle programming at E!, Discovery, Travel Channel, TLC, and HGTV, Mauceri is a published author of two style books, "Frumpy to Foxy in 15 minutes Flat" and "Curves Rules and Flat is Fabulous: Sexy, Stylish Looks for Every Figure," and is best known online for her highly-read weekly entertaining and style columns on Yahoo!, Foxy Festivities and The Foxy Life.

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Medals of America Releases PTSD Items in Support of Our Veterans Suffering from this Serious Disorder

Medals of America, the premier source for military medals, military ribbons and more, understands the seriousness of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, and is doing its part to raise awareness and support this disorder through the release of new PTSD merchandise, including PTSD shirts, challenge coins and military hats. All PTSD items are great for both active and retired military members helping let all of our soldiers know that they are supported.

Close to one-third of all soldiers returning home after war suffer from this disorder. Despite being angry, confused and even suicidal, many of these men and women refuse to seek help—afraid it will be seen as a weakness or stigma. Sometimes, it is only through the aid of friends, family, and military leaders that these individuals pull through and can begin the healing process.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is a type of anxiety disorder that often affects people after they have witnessed or experienced a traumatic event that threatened them with injury or death. Victims of this disorder may suffer from flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety, confusion, guilt and anger—all of which may result in thoughts of suicide. Many cannot stop thinking about the traumatic event, or events, that caused the PTSD. The sooner PTSD is diagnosed and treated, the better.

"Medals of America is owned and run by veterans who understand the realities of war and the lasting impact on soldiers' lives," said Lee Foster, COO, Medals of America. "We understand PTSD is a very serious issue concerning our soldiers returning from war. So, to help increase awareness, we are offering a new selection of products focused around PTSD. This disorder has been affecting our nation's military since the Civil War and we want to help give it the attention it deserves."

To help spread awareness about this disorder and how it affects our country's military, Medals of America is trying to do its part through the distribution of PTSD merchandise. It is important for those suffering from PTSD to know that they are not alone. Additionally, to support Vietnam Veterans with PTSD, Medals of America donates a portion of every purchase made through their VVA Store to the Vietnam Veterans of America Headquarters in Maryland.

About Medals of America
Medals of America is your premier source for Military Medals, Badges, Military Ribbons, Patches, Rank, Rates and Insignia, as well as Custom Embroidered Clothing. We're also proud to offer our exclusive Ribbon Rack Builder, Military Medals Builder and Custom Display Case Builder.

Veteran owned and operated for more than 35 years! Our mission is simple - we want every Veteran and Service person to display the Medals our grateful Nation awarded them. Anything we can do to have all the great Americans who served their country in the Military Forces display their award will enrich fashion coats future generations by these symbols of Duty, Honor and Country.

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InventHelp® Client Patents “CJB” – Invention Could Create a Multi-Purpose Handbag for Students or Women

InventHelp?, America's largest invention submission company, announces that one of its clients, an inventor from South Carolina, has designed a purse that could be adapted to be several types of carriers or bags. This invention is patented and a prototype is available.

The "CJB" would enable an individual to use a single bag as a purse, diaper bag fashion jackets online or backpack. Ideal for use by students or any woman on-the-go, this invention could feature organizes storage areas for a cell phone, wallet or other personal items. The CJB could provide versatility and convenience for the user, and would feature several stylish designs to match multiple outfits.

The invention would be produced in both a large and small design, and could be made of bamboo or cloth fabric. The small bag would feature a snap closure and small handle, while the large bag would include a conventional handle and a pair of shoulder straps. The interior of the larger design would incorporate a compartment for a laptop, a zippered compartment for pens or other office or student supplies and two smaller pockets to hold a cell phone or wallet. The smaller version would contain a compartment for a cell phone, a key pouch, a small pocket for a wallet or checkbook, a makeup pouch and another small pouch to store either pepper spray or another small personal item.

InventHelp? is attempting to submit the invention to companies for review. If substantial interest is expressed, the company will attempt to negotiate for a sale or royalties for the inventor. For more information, telephone Dept. 10-CBA-1596 at (800) 851-6030. Manufacturers interested in reviewing additional inventions and new product ideas can contact InventHelp's marketing partner Intromark by filling out an online request to review new product ideas here.

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Dress in Style This Holiday Season with Plus Size Clothing From eloquii by The Limited

With the holiday season upon us, many people will be preparing for the upcoming festivities and Christmas parties. And many women will be searching for the perfect outfit to wear and eloquii by The Limited will be able to help women with their plus size clothing needs this holiday season.

eloquii by the Limited is an onlin women's jackets e clothing retailer which carries designer clothing which is geared towards plus sized women who are between 25-35 years old who either yearn for great fashion. This plus size clothing line carries clothing which ranges from size 14 to 24. Each piece in the eloquii by The Limited collection has been designed from start to finish, with attention paid to fit and comfort during the design process. eloquii by The Limited offers an assortment of pieces which are sharp, professional and fashionable classics that have been taken straight from the runway, keeping in mind that everyone woman deserves great fashion .

This line of women's plus size clothing, dresses, sweaters and outerwear has been featured in many magazine articles and blogs with the two most being Refinery 29 and Marie Claire. The Refinery 29 site features a black sequenced plus sized skirt while the Marie Claire piece showcases the pink and black ruched satin plus size dress, both of which are perfect for any holiday party. The most recent segment was on Good Day Live New York with Greg Kelly and Jené Luciani which featured the plus size leather jacket. This leather jacket would look great paired with the cascading ruffle dress or their plus size jeans in either the classic or curvy fit.

eloquii has every women's holiday must haves. Some of their holiday collection features sequenced tops which can be worn day or night, plus size dresses and blouse with lace and of course that little black dress which every woman should have. eloquii also has a wide range of clothing in various shades of red which is perfect for holiday season.

To make a purchase from eloquii's holiday collection, available exclusively online, or to find out more information, please visit http://www.eloquii.com

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Spring Fashion 2012 Soiree at Skunkfunk San Francisco March 17

Skunkfunk fashion has always been what people call "fashion forward," leading the way with perennial innovations in design, materials and fits. To celebrate the transition into spring this year, the eco-conscious clothier is hosting a party at the Mission District location of the San Francisco clothing store to unveil the Spring - Summer 2012 line on Saturday, March 17 from 5 to 9 pm.

The 302 Valencia Street boutique will host the main event, where models will show off some of the more glamorous pieces from the collection while mingling with guests. Skunkfunk invites everyone to come in and enjoy DJed music, adult beverages and a new art exhibit. Concurrently, the 1475 Haight Street store will host a smaller event.

Along with hot new additions to its men's clothing line, this season's women's fashions by Skunkfunk include refreshed Skunkfunk classic designs, contemporary spins on '60s-style silhouettes, skirts with playful variations on hemlines, and convertible dresses and skirts that are appropriate for work, then quickly convert to eye-catching cocktail attire.

"Urban fashion has evolved, and as the sophistication level of urban fashion rises, Skunkfunk is not just keeping up—we're leading the way," said Kyle Retzik, owner of Skunkfunk North America. "While our brand has always exemplified high-quality upscale urban fashion, the new Spring - Summer 2012 line clearly shows everything from material choices to design to craftsmanship has been elevated to a whole new level."

Sean Santos, Skunkfunk's Valencia Street Store Manager, says he is seeing that women are looking for a good investment in their wardrobes, including traditionally spring clothing that can be worn throughout the year. He also feels this year's spring - summer line will appeal to a broader spectrum of women, as it includes choices ranging from edgy designs that make bold statements to more demure and sophisticated attire.

"There are options for both the fashion rebel, who wants to disassociate herself from mainstream fashion, and the woman who just wants to look beautiful in this collection," said Santos. "I am really excited about a number of pieces, including our spring version of the 'little black dress,' which I simply call the 'little white dress'; stylish faux leather jackets; and lightweight printed cardigans that are on the luxurious side of casual."

Santos says that when women put on a dress, the women's jackets y feel dressed up—but most dresses can be fussy to put on and uncomfortable, which makes it nearly impossible for the woman to look her best.

"Women want to dress up, but they also want simplicity and comfort," said Santos. "Skunkfunk is all of the above. Our dresses look great, feel great and go on easy like a pair of jeans."

Skunkfunk offers urbanites eco-friendly fashion, including convertible clothing that can be instantly redesigned for different looks and occasions. The Spanish-born purveyor of fine clothing is applauded for its eco-friendly fabrics and ethical distribution practices that harmonize with the environment.

Skunkfunk works hard to bring positive change to three areas of the fashion industry: people, planet and prosperity. Textiles are carefully chosen based upon their impact to the environment, and include recycled polyester, organic cotton and Lyocell.

RECYCLED POLYESTER
Polyester comes from crude oil, a natural scarce resource with a low renewability ratio. Recycled polyester is processed in a less energy intensive way than creating virgin fibers, and it's a perfect option to give a second life to post-industrial remains or post-consumer plastic waste.

ORGANIC COTTON
Organic Cotton is a natural fiber cultivated without the use of synthetic chemicals, such as pesticides or fertilizers, and is not genetically modified.

LYOCELL
Lyocell is a light and silky textile made from regenerated cellulosic fiber that comes from eucalyptus wood pulp. The biodegradable fiber is extracted under a sustainable closed-loop process that saves energy.

For more information about the debut of Skunkfunk's spring - summer line, or for information about any of Skunkfunk's products, call (415) 692-7678, go to http://www.shopskunkfunk.com, or visit one of the fashion leader's three stores, located at 1475 Haight Street (Haight-Ashbury) and 302 Valencia Street (The Mission) in San Francisco or 181 Orchard Street (SoHo) in New York City.

About Skunkfunk
Skunkfunk is a Spanish-born New York and San Francisco clothing store that specializes in environmentally-friendly men's, children's and women's clothing. Skunkfunk has stores in San Francisco, New York City, various European cities and online. Skunkfunk clothing is also sold in multi-brand stores throughout the United States.

“Thread: Stories of Fashion at Strawbery Banke, 1740-2012” Opens in Portsmouth NH May 1, 2012

Strawbery Banke Museum preserves and animates 400 years of history on the seacoast of New Hampshire by providing public access to the homes, shops and gardens of the people who lived in this Puddle Dock, Portsmouth neighborhood.

The showcase exhibit for 2012 -- Thread: Stories of Fashion at Strawbery Banke, 1740-2012 -- presents the clothes they wore and the fashion sense of Portsmouth, from the 1740 embroidered London Lady's Shoe to the fanciful 2012 Emma Hope shoe it inspired. Rarely seen items from the museum's costume collection are displayed alongside the creations of 15 contemporary designers in six of the museum's historic houses, including the Goodwin Mansion, Chase House, the Thomas Bailey Aldrich House, Shapley-Drisco, Rider-Wood and the Abbott Store. Visitors are introduced to the collection and to some of the contemporary designers via video, in the Rowland Gallery. The exhibit is included in the price of regular admission ($15 adults, $10 children 5-17, free to members and children under 5), seven days a week from 10 am to 5 pm, May 1 through October 31, 2012.

"Portsmouth is no stranger to fashion, which is why the architecture, artifacts and stories preserved by Strawbery Banke Museum make a compelling visitors' experience and have drawn passionate advocates for more than fifty years," said Lawrence J. Yerdon, president and CEO. "Our mission, after all, is to inform a contemporary dialogue with ideas and objects from our own past."

Portsmouth's seaport has attracted goods from the ordinary to the luxurious, and kept up with trends imp women's coats orted from Paris and London, from the time Strawberry Bank was settled in 1630. The rich decorative arts expressed from the drawing rooms to the workingman's shops make a perfect backdrop to the clothes that made the men and women who made history here.

This exhibition portrays the people of Portsmouth, the way they lived and worked and the way they presented themselves to the world. From the heavy silk and brass buttons of Samuel Cutts' suit that speak to his colonial prominence and explain why he was the man who greeted Paul Revere in Stoodley's Tavern, to the tiny buttons of Sarah Goodwin's gown made of the printed cotton woven at her husband (NH Governor) Ichabod Goodwin's Portsmouth Steam Factory, to the satin bowling jacket from the 1950s Shapley-Drisco House – these are the clothes of the people who led real lives here. The Strawbery Banke Museum collection at the heart of this exhibition – with many items displayed for the first time – shows just how conscious of fashion the Seacoast's residents were. The modern creations crafted by contemporary designers in the spirit of that collection show just how strong a fashion sensibility remains in the Seacoast.

The new fashion designs inspired by the Collection, will be presented at the Passion For Fashion Gala on June 30. The Gala celebrity designers' runway show, hosted by Project Runway and Lifetime TV's Austin Scarlett and produced by Amy McLaughlin Lifestyles of Newburyport will feature the creations of established names and up-and-coming ingénues from the Thread exhibit, including: Emma Hope of London, Philip Treacy, also of London, Katerina Lankova (New York and Aspen), Chesley McLaren, Lily Zane and members of The Milliners Guild of New York (Sally Caswell, Christine Roemer, Cigmond, Barbara Volker, Ellen Christine Colon-Lugo) and Elizabeth Ronzio of St. Louis. Project Runway's Scarlett, Epperson and Project Runway Canada's Genevieve Marie Cyr are participating as are Boston Fashion Week's Carter Smith and Emily Muller. New Hampshire designers include Penumbra Textiles by Bridget Bleckmann, Robin Bettencourt, Erana, Alexa Price, Sarah Koski and Sarah Beth Johnson

It's not by chance that Portsmouth is an officially licensed Fashion's Night Out (Sep 6th) city. More fashion is found in the independent boutiques of Portsmouth, just a few blocks away. The Portsmouth Athenaeum, debuts its own fashion exhibit Height of Propriety: Fashions through time of the Proprietors of the Portsmouth Athenaeum on June 15.

Many of the items from the Museum's Collection are displayed for the first time and all of the contemporary designs are custom creations for Strawbery Banke. As the pieces from the Museum collection are too fragile for permanent display and as the contemporary design will return to their creators, Thread is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Strawbery Banke Museum is located at 14 Hancock Street in downtown Portsmouth, NH. The museum is open 7 days a week, May 1 through October 31. Admission: $15 adults, $10 children 5-17, free to children under 5. Family admission $40 (2 adults and all accompanying children). For more information about Thread and about the Museum as a place to gather and to learn about how ordinary people lives over three centuries of New England history, visit http://www.strawberybanke.org

Latest Post from Fitness Tips for Women Blog, GetFitDaily.com, Announces the Reality of Zumba

GetFitDaily.com is one of the world's most visited Fitness Tips blogs. Offering daily tips and advice to women, information can be read directly from their blog, or via a daily digest email.

Today, Stacy Carlo at GetFitDaily published her latest post, titled "Zumba – It's Fun and Motivating But Can It Reshape Your Body?"

Fitness fans can access the new blog post here:

http://getfitdaily.com/zumba-its-fun-and-motivating-but-can-it-reshape-your-body/

In her latest blog post, Stacy introduces her readers to Zumba – a new dance craze which allows women to exercise and get inspiration in a group setting.

While it's fun, active and motivational, Stacy debates if Zumba is really as good as the gurus make out.

"The first and most obvious shortcoming is that it requires a certain amount of grace, confidence and rhythm in order to get the most out of the workout," Stacy says.

She admits that, lacking in dance talent herself, she would not be the first person to jump at the opportunity of partaking in Zumba.

The second shortcoming Stacy is exposes is the need for an instructor to be present in order for the workout to take place.

"You have to watch somebody else do it, then learn the steps and follow the instructor's lead. What if she's sick one day and cancels? Does that mean that you just missed your w fashion coats online ork out? It sure does," Stacy adds.

The final shortcoming Stacy discusses could be the most powerful. She discusses the need to devote lots of time (45-60 minutes) to each Zumba class, as well as pay for special clothes, class fees and gym memberships.

Concluding her thoughts on Zumba, Stacy believes that while it is not for everyone, Zumba is a great activity for those who enjoy dance and like to socialize.

"Since doing any kind of exercise is better than sitting on your duff doing nothing, it won't be a waste of time. However, if what you're really looking for is a serious routine that saves you time, maximizes your work out, and helps you burn calories for up to two days after you exercise, then H.I.I.T. may be just your cup of tea," she says.

Where can female fitness fans learn more? Fitness fans can get Fitness Tips by subscribing to GetFitDaily for free. Visit their daily tips website at GetFitDaily.com.

GetFitDaily (?) thinks this is important information for female fitness fans and asks them to Like our Page on Facebook to learn exclusive daily fitness and weight loss tips, tricks, and news about getting the most from your passion. "We'd appreciate your help in spreading the word amongst female fitness fans," says Stacy Carlo.

Disabled Veterans National Receives Big Thanks from Homeless Veterans Ministry for Veteran Care Packages

The Disabled Veterans National Foundation (http://www.dvnf.org), a non-profit veterans service organization that focuses on helping men and women who serve and return home wounded or sick after defending our safety and our freedom, receives heartfelt praise and thanks from Topeka, Kansas homeless ministry for shipping veterans care packages. Timothy Sanders, Executive Director of Faith and Truth Ministries, Inc./Director of the Quincy House Veterans Homeless Ministry, has thanked DVNF for answering their call for help and shipping 50 veterans care packages ([http://www.faithandtruthministries.org). DVNF has provided more than $16 million in cash and supplies to veterans in need. DVNF is now asking veterans who have been helped by these programs to give feedback to DVNF Tell us your story.

Sanders calls Disabled Veterans National Foundation a "blessing" and says the donated 50 care packages for the ministry and city of Topeka will be passed out to those veterans in need. "I just got the email stating the care packages have been shipped, and I know it is not an accident that this has transpired...because God is a God that backs up his blessing with words and actions just as DVNF has done," said Sanders.

Direct veterans feedback and veterans' stories about how the DVNF assistance has helped them in their daily lives will go to further designing the existing DVNF programs to better suit veterans in need. The testimonials are an important tool to hear directly from the men and women who have served the country but now are not finding the help they require to move on with their personal and professional lives.

"It is very humbling and gratifying to hear such a genuine and heartfelt thank you from groups like the one Timothy Sanders runs in Topeka," said Raegan Rivers, Chief Administrative Officer of DVNF. "It gives us the emotional fuel we all need to push on and achieve the mission our founders had in mind to help all veterans who are not getting the assistance they need."

The Disabled Veterans National Foundation (DVNF) has provided $16.1 mill women's jackets ion in cash and requested items such as clothing, food, health & hygiene products to tens of thousands of underserved and disabled veterans nationwide.

For more, go to http://www.dvnf.org