Book Review: From Pencil to Pen Tool: Understanding and Creating the Digital Fashion Image

LOS ANGELES, Oct 24, 2006/ FW/ --- From Pencil to Pen Tool is a well-researched and detailed book describing the evolution of fashion illustration and presenting a step by step base of what one needs to learn to become a contemporary fashion illustrator and or designer. [more]

Gianfranco Ferré Dresses American Soprano Renée Fleming For Her Teatro Alla Scala Recital

MILAN, Oct 20, 2006/ FW/ --- Renée Fleming, nicknamed, ‘America’s beautiful voice,’ and regarded by many critics as the world’s best soprano will perform in Piermarini’s Theater on November 5, 2006 wearing costumes designed by Gianfranco Ferré. [more]

The Scoop Behind The Jack O' Lantern

NEW YORK, Oct 19, 2006/ MF/ --- Oftentimes, the best thing about holidays is all the symbolic characters and traditions that go along with them. And Halloween is certainly no exception. But, where do some of the traditions, like the Jack O' Lantern, come from? [more]

Cars of the Future: The Reinvention of the Automobile

NEW YORK, Oct 18, 2006/ MF/ --- It has been said that technology drives the world, and now, that statement can be taken literally. A new automotive era is emerging. This new leap forward is called ‘Convergence,’ where automakers meet with electronic and software makers to plot the course of personal transportation. [more]

Fashion Rocks 2006 Combines Music & Fashion In One Evening

NEW YORK, Sep 11, 2006/ FW/ --- One of the high profile events during fashion week is Conde Nast sponsored ‘Fashion Rocks’ held last Sep 7 at the Radio City Music Hall and the event including red carpet arrivals and performances aired on CBS Sep 8. [more]