BYOB Takes A New Meaning
@ 9:06 pm August 19, 2008Filed under: Focal Point
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LOS ANGELES, Aug 19, 2008 / FW/ — Pretty soon, we won’t be hearing that familiar question, ‘paper or plastic?’ Whether its due to social responsibility or not, fashionistas will choose BYOB – Bring Your Own Bag – to the grocery store with all good looking satchels and totes available in the market today.
Paraphrasing a very popular 1960s slogan, Martha Lee adopted the mantra ‘MAKE LOVE NOT TRASH’ putting them on shopping bags that can double as messenger bags at times.
Very eco-conscious herself, Martha Lee made sure that each bag is conscientiously crafted with all natural, non-toxic materials. Part of fulfilling its social responsibility, Make Love Not Trash will work with a new charity each year in an effort to raise awareness for their cause.
This year, the company has chosen to support THE LEEZA GIBBONS MEMORY FOUNDATION, a charity organization fully dedicated to Alzheimer’s disease.
[MARIKIT YAMATO]
Doucette Duvall to Present Spring 2009 Collection at Christies
@ 5:42 am August 16, 2008Filed under: Focal Point
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NEW YORK, Aug 16, 2008 / FW/ — New York-based design duo Stephanie Doucette and Annebet Duvall are prepared to give you one absolute: timeless designs that embody glamour, elegance and wit.
“Americana” – the theme of DD’s Spring 2009 collection serves as a lens through which one can view an optimistic, endearing and compassionate America – green apples, cherry pie, baseball games, county fairs and prom nights. Their line of daring vintage pieces serves up sassy retro influences with a bit of flash, unedited expression.
One of the few ethical fashion teams around, Doucette Duvall practices environmental and social responsibility with all designs made entirely in NYC’s garment district using rescued fabric and trim.
Their intention: to create awareness and action, and keep their carbon footprint to a minimum. The result: cocktail and red carpet-worthy frocks that sooth your fashion conscience while creating awareness and respect for Madame Earth.
Doucette Duvall Presentation
Sep 9, 2008
Tuesday, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Christies Auction House
New York, NY
American Express Brings ‘Behind-the-Seams’ Experiences to its Members
@ 10:21 am August 14, 2008Filed under: Focal Point
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DALLAS, Aug 14, 2008 / FW/ — Do you want to see the preview of the Spring 2009 collections? If you’re an American Express Gold or Platinum or Centurion card members, you can! Returning to Bryant Park for its second season, the American Express® Skybox provides its members the opportunity to experience the world of fashion like never before.
On sale starting yesterday, American Express offers a selection of packages to experience the world of fashion in a dynamic and meaningful way:
- American Express Skybox: American Express unveils a newly enhanced Skybox this season that provides premium access for American Express Gold Card members, Platinum(R) Card members and Centurion(R) members to experience the runway shows in a truly unique way.
Overlooking both the Tent and Promenade but undetectable from the runway, the Skybox features a VIP lounge-style viewing room where Card members can mix and mingle over great refreshments and premium beverages, and converse with influencers from the world of fashion.
This season’s Skybox will be designed by American Express OPEN(SM) Card member Frank Carfaro, acclaimed founder and creative director of contemporary home furnishings company, DESIRON. Special guests and other surprises are in store for guests of the Skybox, making this an experience not to be missed.
To purchase, visit www.americanexpress.com/entertainment.
- ‘By Invitation Only’® Experiences: The American Express “By Invitation Only” Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week packages, available exclusively for Platinum and Centurion members, offer full-day access to the Skybox on September 6 and 7, coordinated meet-and-greets with fashion industry insiders, behind-the-scenes tours and a visit with hair and make-up stylists onsite to perfect their red-carpet-ready look.
To purchase, visit www.americanexpress.com/platinum.
And the best part, as a part of American Express’ continued support of designers and the fashion industry, proceeds from the sale of event packages will contribute to the $500,000 American Express donation to the Council of Fashion Designers of America Vogue Fashion Fund which helps emerging American designers find continued success in the business of fashion.
Thakoon Panichgul Named next GO International Designer
@ 4:03 pm August 13, 2008Filed under: Focal Point
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DALLAS, Aug 13, 2008 / FW/ — Hot off the presses! Target announced today that New York-based designer Thakoon is the next GO International Designer. Known for his modern and minimalist silhouettes, Thakoon Panichgul will launch an exclusive collection available at most Target stores nationwide and online at Target.com/go.
The collection of women’s fashion will launch in late December and be available throughout the month of January.
A native of Thailand, Thakoon Panichgul immigrated to Omaha, Nebraska with his parents when he was 11. After earning a business degree from Boston University in 1997, he moved to New York and worked at Harper’s Bazaar as a fashion writer. That was when he discovered that his ideas for articles were often conceived from a designer’s point of view.
Eventually, he decided to pursue formal design studies, enrolling at Parsons School of Design from 2001 to 2003. In September 2004, Panichgul produced his first ready to wear collection and quickly became a favorite with the fashion press, top editors and stylists, and celebrities like Rachel Bilson, Demi Moore, and Sarah Jessica Parker.
[MARI DAVIS]
ATP Tour Serves Up the Men of Tennis
@ 5:24 am August 7, 2008Filed under: Focal Point
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DALLAS, Aug 7, 2008 / FW/ — Maybe it’s because the Beijing Olympics is making everyone think of sports. Perhaps, finally we are approaching the equality of the sexes in more ways than one. No matter what is driving this, summer just got hotter with the W Hotels and ATP Tennis Player Calendar Whitespace Photo Exhibit showcasing the sexiest men in tennis.
The official opening scheduled on August 22 at 2:00 PM and the ATP calendar men in attendance during the reception, makes the ATP Tennis Player Calendar Whitespace Photo Exhibit a must-attend event during the pre-opening week of the US Open.
The exhibit will be open to the public from August 22nd thru September 18th, which coincides with the duration of the US Open slated from August 25th thru September 7th.
2009 ATP Tennis Player Calendar Whitespace Photo Exhibit
W New York - Times Square
The Living Room – 7th Floor
567 Broadway
New York, New York