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Mother's Day Coming Soon

2023-05-09T11:51:00.004-04:00

Buy something for your mother...

Treat her well all year.

Mother's Day 2023 is Sunday May 14th.

Maybe treat her to a day at the spa.

Fashion Trends this Week

2023-05-08T11:23:00.005-04:00

Here are a few fashion trends for this week for your review. Do you agree or disagree that these are current hot styles?

The Bucket Bag

Denim Sets

Layered Necklaces

Tweed Jackets

Ballet Flats

Utility Dressing

Flare Pants

Monochromatic Suits

Mini Cocktail Dresses

Knit Polos

Sure, this top 10 list has a wide range of styles, but that is because we don't know what you have planned for events this week.

The next step is deciding where you want to go to shop for these fabulous items (if not already in your wardrobe).

Fashion Goes in Cycles

2016-11-20T13:38:00.001-05:00

They say that fashion goes in cycles. What is in fashion this year will be out of fashion next year. However, clothing that may have been in style ten years ago, can potentially be next season smashing trend. Due to the the cyclical nature of the apparel industry it is important for designers as well as consumers to monitor past styles as well as currently trending designs. One way to do this would be to occasionally view old fashion articles in magazines, newspapers, websites, and obviously on blogs such as this one.

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You can find more fashion articles from the fashion article archive section on Apparel Search. Obviously you should go to other media websites also to view additional news archives. Above is simply only one example of what can be found.

Fashion is cyclical which means that it occurs in cycles. It is recurrent.

Nordstrom Rack at CityPlace in Woodbury, Minnesota

2016-07-11T07:18:00.002-04:00

Seattle-based Nordstrom, Inc. recently announced plans to open a Nordstrom Rack at CityPlace in Woodbury, Minnesota., outside of Minneapolis. The approximately 26,000-square-foot store is scheduled to open in spring 2017. The property is owned and managed by Elion Partners, a Florida-based real estate investment firm.

This will be the fourth Rack store in Minnesota with existing locations in Bloomington at Mall of America, Arbor Lakes in Maple Grove and Shoppes at Knollwood in St. Louis Park. The company also operates two full-line stores at Mall of America and Ridgedale Shopping Center.

Nordstrom Rack is the off-price retail division of Nordstrom, Inc., offering customers a wide selection of on-trend apparel, accessories and shoes at an everyday savings of 30-70 percent off regular prices. Nordstrom Rack merchandise, available at Rack stores and at Nordstromrack.com, comes from Nordstrom stores, Nordstrom.com as well as specially purchased items from many of the top brands available at Nordstrom. The Rack is designed to provide the ultimate treasure hunt to style-savvy customers.

CityPlace is a 100-acre, master-planned development located in Woodbury, Minnesota. The vision behind CityPlace is to create a dynamic, mixed-use development in a prime suburban location. A true work-play-stay community, CityPlace brings diverse opportunities for recreation, shopping, and cultural activities while balancing work with amenities and supportive functions. Located at the northeast corner of Radio Drive and Hudson Road, CityPlace includes pedestrian-friendly scenic trails, Class A office space, a Whole Foods Market, shopping, dining, and a Residence Inn by Marriott hotels. For more information, visit www.CityPlaceMN.com.

Maria Menounos in Tassle Bib Necklace

2016-02-26T06:52:00.002-05:00

Maria Menounos wore BaubleBar in a recent Instagram post! The E! News fashionista accessorized her sleek and sexy ensemble wearing BaubleBar's Audrey Tassle Bib Necklace ($44; www.baublebar.com).

Learn more about Maria Menounos.

Learn more about BaubleBar jewelry.

Tranoï Femme Style 2016

2016-02-16T06:47:00.002-05:00

Discover the collection universes at Tranoï Femme.

SALVATORE SANTORO

CORNELIA WEBB

Learn more about fashion brands at Tranoï Femme.

Tranoï Femme Paris

Tranoï Femme New York

By Fang

Learn ore about the Tranoï fashion events.

View the fashion designers that will be showing at Tranoï Femme March 4-7, 2016 at http://www.tranoi.com/session/show/17/0/femme-2

Boyfriend Boots

2016-01-30T08:12:00.001-05:00

We are sure that you have heard of boyfriend jeans, but now you have the option of pairing them with super comfy and warm boyfriend boots.

You can find the boyfriend boots above at the UGG Australia website.

See more blog posts about Ugg boots on the Fashion Blog (our sister site).

Learn more about boyfriend boots.

WHO’S NEXT and PREMIERE CLASSE January 2015

2015-11-24T09:06:00.000-05:00

The date is set.

The next edition of the WHO’S NEXT and PREMIERE CLASSE trade shows, will take place from Friday 22nd to Monday 25th January 2016 at Porte de Versailles.

In the midst of its extensive renovation work, the Paris Expo - Porte de Versailles is keeping its doors open for events. This ambitious modernisation project aims to strengthen the role that Paris holds as tourism market leader with regards to international business.

The first phase of the renovation concerns halls 1 and 7, the main entrance and the central walkway with the creation of travelators between hall 3 and 4.

In line with this situation, WHO’S NEXT and PREMIERE CLASSE are having to evolve and transform. The areas are being rethought, reworked, to offer a more fluid experience, a clearer display of the trade shows’ offer.

By joining forces with Studio GGSV (Curator of the Saint-Etienne Design Biennial 2013) the trade shows guarantee a quality setting and optimal space layout.

The plan is set out in a star shape, to create a more compact spread, a more accessible and practical route and to show off all areas of the trade shows in equal measure.

Therefore the WHO’S NEXT and PREMIERE CLASSE trade shows are set out around the central walkway at the Parc des Expositions.

In the same style as previous editions, the WHO’S NEXT offer is divided up into 5 different areas. Visit their site to learn more.

Datatex and the Goldratt Group For Textile Supply Chain

2015-10-13T19:25:00.001-04:00

Datatex and the Goldratt Group are joining forces and offer a unique holistic solution covering all aspects of the textile supply chain – from yarn and fabric manufacturing – to assortment and merchandize management in the retail stores. This is done by integrating NOW and Symphony Software.

Symphony is a retail Eco System, based on the well-known Theory Of Constraints (TOC). Symphony handles all major aspects of stock & merchandise management, from Stock levels, to assortment planning and product life cycle – All synchronized together to a flexible operation, reacting in real time to the actual needs of the store.

Symphony presents a different approach to stock management – replacing the ever inaccurate forecast, in a dynamic system that consciously challenge all targets of all SKUs and all categories on a daily basis, reacting to real time changes in consumption patterns.
Symphony has a proven record of reducing the stock level by 20%-30%, while increasing availability and sales by 15%-20%, showing positive ROI in a very short time.

About Datatex

Datatex is the world’s leading ERP solution provider to the textile and apparel industry, based on latest available web technology and installed at over 400 customers in 5 continents and more than 40 countries.
www.datatex.com

About Goldratt Group

Founded by Dr. Goldratt, as his consulting arm, Goldratt Group have the largest roster of seasoned TOC consultants in the world. Together, Goldratt consultants have decades of experience defining the right change necessary to achieve results. Goldratt Group have experience across a wide range of industries and all types of implementations. Working in key markets across the globe, Goldratt Group have the ability to deploy whatever resources are essential to support large implementations.

www.goldrattconsulting.com

Learn more about fashion technology issues such as ERP solutions on Apparel Search.

Gigi Hadid Wearing Mila Monterey Light Skinnies

2015-06-10T06:05:00.002-04:00

Gigi Hadid was photographed wearing Fidelity Denim at a Maybelline photo shoot last week. The supermodel looked flawless in her Mila Monterey Light skinnies as she struck a pose ($189, www.fidelitydenim.com).

Below are the pants worn by another model.

Did you now that Gigi Hadid recently wore a Wonder Woman t-shirt? You can see more of Gigi Hadid on the Fashion Blog.

Do you like the ripped jeans that she is wearing?

Whitney Tee Worn by Carly Rae Jepsen

2015-05-14T06:38:00.002-04:00

Carly Rae Jepsen wore Suki + Solaine in a photo on her Instagram yesterday! The "I Really Like You" singer enjoyed spending time with her fans during a meet and greet while wearing her Whitney Tee (www.sukiandsolaine.com)!

Teresa Palmer Wears THML

2015-05-06T06:37:00.002-04:00

Teresa Palmer was photographed wearing THML yesterday in Los Angeles! The Kill Me Three Times starlet arrived at lunch looking Boho beautiful in her THML top (price available upon request, www.thmlclothing.com)!

See more fashion worn by Teresa Palmer on the Fashion Blog.

Skincare Routine Turning to Alphabet Soup

2015-04-02T07:00:00.000-04:00

Feel like you've been hearing a series of letters rather than actual descriptors attached to the newest skincare products? You're not crazy: You've just been caught up in the swarm of "alphabet creams." BB, CC, and now DD creams first gained popularity in Korea, and have made similar waves stateside. But what do all those letters stand for, and what do these creams actually do? Dr. Rebecca Baxt is a board certified NYC dermatologist. She states that, “BB, CC, or any alphabet soup creams can be excellent all in one products for some women, but for many companies, the labels are just marketing. Check the active ingredients. Does it have a sunscreen? What is the SPF? Is it at least a 20 or 30 SPF? If your BB, CC, or any other over the counter cream is not working for you, seek help with a great Board Certified Dermatologist to solve your skin issues. They may be more complicated than just the ABC's! "

Board Certified NYC area dermatologist Dr. Rebecca Baxt decodes it all.

How BB Creams Began

BB creams are short for beauty balms or blemish balms. They were first developed in Germany by a dermatologist who wanted a single cream that would protect skin and provide coverage after laser treatments. The all-in-one formulation became a sensation in South Korea and then spread throughout Asia. "The average woman in Asia goes through seven different steps taking care of her skin," says Dr. Baxt.

The BB Boom

BB creams started hitting U.S. store shelves in the spring of 2011. Today, almost every major beauty company has a BB cream, from drugstore brands that cost under $10 to high-end department-store lines that may be as costly as $100 or more, as well as lines that are only sold at spas or in doctors' offices. More are on their way. The NPD Group, a market research group, found that although only 2% of beauty shoppers have purchased a BB cream, nearly 4 in 5 of those who have, say they'll buy the product again.

What BB Creams Do

Many BB creams offer effective sun protection, with broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher, the American Academy of Dermatology's recommendation for daily use. What's more, BB creams generally contain zinc oxide or titanium oxide, physical sun blocks that have some built-in water-resistant properties, Baxt says.

When it comes to skin treatment, you can find BB creams that contain:

•Anti-aging components, including peptides and antioxidants such as vitamins A, E, and C

•Moisturizing workhorses like hyaluronic acid and glycerin

•Ingredients such as licorice and arbutin that help even out skin tone

•Light-reflecting mica to give skin a luminous finish

•Silicone-based ingredients, such as dimethicone, that help smooth the skin, acting much like a foundation primer does

The Limitations of BB Creams

For all its benefits, if you expect a BB cream to be a miracle in a tube, you might be disappointed.

CC Creams

What is it? Packed to the gills with vitamins C and E, complexion corrector cream is similar to BB cream, but focuses on color correction.

What it does: Lighter than a BB cream, CC cream's primary purpose is to correct color-related skin issues, such as sallowness or redness. Like BB cream, it has SPF as well (number varies by brand).

How to use it: If you're acne-prone, have dull skin, dark spots or constant redness, CC cream is for you.

How it differs: Use CC cream to help with redness, acne, dark spots, sallowness and more. It's also lighter than BB cream!

DD Creams: What are they? Fresh to the alphabet cream craze, DD creams, or "dynamic do-all" are a super cream: They combine the power and benefits of both BB and CC creams. However, their primary focus is anti-aging.

What it does: The anti-aging specialty of the cream works to diminish wrinkles and fine lines throughout use. Additionally, DD cream will balance skin tone and protect the most sensitive areas of your skin.

How to use it: Supposedly, you'll really see improvements in your skin with continued use, so use often and incorporate it into your daily routine!

How it differs: DD cream's strongest selling point is their anti-aging benefits. If you're looking to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, this cream is the cream for you.

At the end of the day, each category overlaps to the point where the differentiation is almost non-existent. The upside is they are all great products that can be very beneficial for the skin. The downside is sorting through the many varieties to determine which would work better for you. (This just in: We now have a "GG" cream)

Where do you start? If discoloration is your primary concern then start with CC creams, because that’s their claim to fame so you will more than likely find a product that contains skin-brightening ingredients such as arbutin or daisy flower extract. If fine lines and wrinkles are the issue, then look for an alphabet cream full of ingredients like retinol, firming peptides or adenosine. If your skin is oily, then look for an alphabet cream that controls oil and has a lightweight texture.

About Rebecca Baxt, M.D., M.B.A., F.A.A.D.

www.cosmedical.com

Rebecca Baxt, MD, MBA, FAAD is a Board Certified Dermatologist specializing in both cosmetic and general dermatology for adults and children. Attending Ivy League University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Baxt graduated Summa Cum Laude Phi Beta Kappa with a degree in English Literature. She continued her studies at the University of Pennsylvania for medical school and completed an internship in Internal Medicine. She also obtained an MBA from the Wharton School of Management in Health Care administration.

Upon graduation, she moved to New York to train in Dermatology at New York University (NYU) School of Medicine in the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, where she was a chief resident and the recipient of the Morris Leider award for excellence in patient care. She continues to teach Dermatology at NYU where she is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology. She joined her parents at Baxt Cosmedical in 2000 in Paramus, New Jersey and most recently opened an office on Madison Avenue in New York in 2012. She is a nationally recognized certified Allergan Botox, Juvederm and Voluma trainer, and was part of the Voluma launch faculty in 2013. Dr. Baxt is on staff at The Valley Hospital in Ridgewood NJ, as well as Bellevue Hospital in NY. She also volunteers at Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative in Hackensack in the Dermatology clinic.

Dr. Rebecca Baxt has been voted a Top Doctor for Dermatology in Bergen County, New Jersey for 2012, 2013, 2014 by her peers. She lectures throughout the country on treatment of acne and acne scars and has been on faculty for the ASDS and ASLMS meetings. Dr. Rebecca Baxt maintains many society affiliations. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, a member of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, New Jersey State Medical Society, Bergen County Medical Society, and the Dermatological Society of Greater New York, as well as the American Medical Association. She is a member of the Skin Cancer Foundation, and always volunteers free skin cancer screenings yearly.

Dr. Rebecca Baxt treats both adults and children, and specializes in cosmetic consultations and procedures. She also has a particular interest in acne and rosacea. She performs Botox injections, Chemical peels, Intense Pulsed Light Photorejuvenation/Photofacial procedures, Isolaz Acne Treatments, Laser Hair Removal, Facial Filler injectables (Juvederm, Restylane, Perlane, Sculptra, etc.), Leg Vein injections, Smooth beam Laser, Photodynamic Therapy, Vbeam Laser, Fraxel Laser resurfacing and Ultherapy. She treats all skin conditions and she performs Skin Cancer screenings and treatments.

For more information, please visit www.cosmedical.com.

Boutiques, Activewear Retailers, CMC, Shape Tradeshow March 2015

2015-03-23T06:23:00.000-04:00

The Fall 15 Los Angeles Fashion Market took place at the California Market Center (CMC) from March 16-19. CMC Showrooms and exhibitors from SELECT Better Women's and Contemporary Tradeshow, TRANSIT LA Shoe Show, and SHAPE Athleisure and Lifestyle Tradeshow reported new accounts opened, as well as steady traffic from buyers and companies placing orders for immediates.

Attending retailers included Kitson on Robertson, Just Fab, Fred Segal, LF Stores, Lulu's Fashion Lounge, Modcloth, Shopbop, Red Balloon, M Fredric, Gisele Tune, Revolve Clothing, ASOS, Seven 7 Jeans, Wet Seal/Arden B, Apricot Lane, Atelier Femme, Four Seasons Hotel Beverly Wilshire, Wynn Las Vegas, Zulilily, Isetan Dept Stores, Forever 21, Brentwood Country Club, Marshall Retail Group, Ambiance Stores, Evelyn & Arthur Stores, Sugar Stores, Suo, Tootsies, XTC on Melrose and many more.

"This was the best I have ever done at SELECT," says Leslie Francesca, owner of Northern California based jewelry company. The line features handmade druzy gemstone pieces and has become a quick SELECT favorite among retailers and resorts across the country. "I wrote more orders in the first two hours on day one than last market and saw many out-of-towners including a great boutique in Nebraska and a large resort in St. John."

The debut of SHAPE Athleisure and Lifestyle Tradeshow was also a success. While many exhibitors were busy writing orders, others were gaining exposure and creating relationships with gym owners, athleisure magazines, and lifestyle boutiques.

LA Yoga Magazine, Grit Cycle, Tuscon Racquet & Fitness Club, Glamour Fitness, Soho Yoga, Utopia Salon & Spa / Blue Yoga, Simply Sporty, Yoga Booty Ballet, Yogaworks, Athlelsure Inc/ Aba Sun Diego, 27 Fit Athletics, For The Love Of Yoga, and Fitwear Boutique were just a few of the names of those who attended the debut show.

"We had a really great first show," says Megan of SQN Sport, a luxury active wear brand from Idaho. "We opened 10 new accounts and are excited to return to the next show in June."

Dates for Fall II/Holiday 15 LA Fashion Market are Monday-Thursday, June 8-11, 2015.

About LA Fashion Market- Five times a year, buyers from around the globe flock to the CMC to view the season's newest collections presented by thousands of brands at LA Fashion Market. From apparel and accessories to gifts and lifestyle collections, the product array at the CMC is unmatched on the West Coast, catering to every price point and market niche. Collections are presented throughout hundreds of permanent showrooms and tradeshow areas featured throughout the CMC. For more information visit www.californiamarketcenter.com/fashion

Alvanon Apparel Sizing, Fit, and Development in Middle East

2015-02-25T07:23:00.000-05:00

Alvanon, the global apparel expert, has announced details of the first ever garment sizing, fit and development project carried out in the Middle East. The project was commissioned by Splash, the Middle East’s largest fashion retailer, in conjunction with its sister label Iconic, both owned by the Landmark Group, one of the biggest retail conglomerates in the Middle East, India and Africa. Over the course of the two year project Alvanon conducted an empirical size survey with thousands of Splash and Iconic customers in six major retail outlets in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Kuwait, Jeddah, Riyadh and Qatar. As a result of the unique survey, the Splash and Iconic fashion labels have both launched their first “fit” accredited ranges based on new core body standards for their men’s and women’s apparel. The new Splash and Iconic ranges are available in stores with immediate effect.

Alvanon validated the data from its comprehensive retail survey against official and publicly available medical and heath data from such sources as the World Health Organization. This data enabled Alvanon consultants to identify and quantify the range of different body shapes of men and women found in the Splash and Iconic fashion labels’ target consumer populations. Alvanon consultants then developed and supplied the technical fit mannequins, AlvaForms and pattern templates, AlvaBlocks, to ensure the new core body standards were accurately and consistently implemented and shared across the Landmark Group’s 300 manufacturing suppliers in such geographically diverse locations as China, India, Pakistan and Indonesia.

As Rohit Nanda, chief operating officer- Iconic, explained: “We wanted a realistic, professional and accurate solution to our sizing and fit challenge for Splash and Iconic. This was a major undertaking. Splash alone retails up to 7,000 styles per season equating to millions of garments per year.” Daniel Smith, head-quality Splash, added: “Alvanon worked professionally with customers and store personnel within our stores to collect the data. From this data it has provided us with a fit standard implementation program comprising optimum size-charts, technical fit mannequins, fit models, key grade intervals, size ranges and alpha-numeric size correlations. Additional tools, such as core pattern blocks were also developed and supplied.”

Ed Gribbin, president of Alvanon, who headed the survey commented: “This has been one of the most exciting and challenging projects we have ever embarked upon and the management teams at Splash and Iconic are to be applauded for their forward thinking and commitment to this project. By understanding the size and shape of their customers they are able to design clothes specifically for those consumers thereby significantly enhancing fit satisfaction while increasing customer loyalty and retail conversion rates.”

About Splash, Iconic and the Landmark Group

Headquartered in Dubai, Splash is the Middle East’s largest fashion retailer and is part of the Landmark Group. Splash was founded in 1993 as a single brand store in Sharjah and has since grown to over 200 stores and 50 brand stores across 13 countries. With a retail area of over 1.3 million square feet it is committed to ongoing growth. Splash was awarded the ‘Superbrand’ status 2013 which is fourth in a row for the brand and is listed in Forbes Arabia’s ‘Top 40 Arab Brands’.

The first ICONIC fashion lifestyle store in Dubai opened its doors in February 2010. The brand targets the young-at-heart family that is stylish, trendy and outgoing. As part of the Landmark Group, it is respected as a leading one-stop retailer of fashion apparel, footwear, accessories, beauty products, gifts and gadgets for men, women and children.

Founded in 1973 in Bahrain, the Landmark Group has grown into one of the world’s largest and most successful retail and hospitality conglomerates. It operates over 1900 outlets encompassing over 24 million square feet across the Middle East, Africa and the Indian Subcontinent. It has established over 25 home grown and over 40 franchise brands and employs over 50,000 people.

About Alvanon

Founded in 2001, the Alvanon Group of companies is the global leader in providing growth, profitability and supply chain solutions to the apparel industry. In addition to its head office in New York, European headquarters in London, Asian office in Hong Kong and manufacturing facilities in Donguan and Shenzhen in China, Alvanon has a worldwide team of dedicated apparel strategists and specialists. Alvanon has compiled the world’s largest database of 400,000 body scans and provides customized fit and product development strategies and tools to the world’s leading fashion brands, retailers, lingerie, swimwear, sportswear, mail order and corporate clothing suppliers.

Marc Jacobs Fashion Week Music 2015

2015-02-10T20:01:00.002-05:00

Marc Jacobs is back again this year with a strong, sexy playlist exclusively for Rdio for music lovers to celebrate New York Fashion Week! Always pushing the boundaries of fashion, particularly on the runway, this playlist is no different as it includes hot new dance tracks from Grimes to chill vibes from Sleep D to classic dance favorites from Everything But The Girl. The playlist is easily embedded on your site via embed code below. Let me know if you can cover. Thank you!

FW15 NYFW by Marc Jacobs exclusively on Rdio – https://www.rdio.com/people/MarcJacobsIntl/playlists/12679072/FW15_NYFW/

Track Listing:

1. Durutti Shores - Lemonade - Minus Tide

2. Go (feat. Blood Diamonds) - Grimes - Go (feat. Blood Diamonds)

3. Austral Aura - Sleep D - Cut Copy Presents: Oceans Apart

4. Prisoner of Love - Jessica 6 - See the Light

5. Sea Sex And Sun - Serge Gainsbourg - Initials SG

6. You Make Me Feel Good - Satin Jackets - You Make Me Feel Good

7. Missing (Todd Terry Remix) - Everything But The Girl - Amplified Heart + Extra Track

8. Not This Time - The 2 Bears - The Night Is Young

9. This City's Local Italo Disco DJ Has a Crush On Me - Sally Shapiro - Somewhere Else

10. WeAreTheYouth - Electric Youth - Innerworld (Deluxe Edition)

11. Softpretty - Doss - Doss

12. A Monument To Everything (Kindness Mix) - Röyksopp & Robyn - Monument (Remixes)

13. November Rain - Korallreven - November Rain - Single

14. World, Hold On - Bob Sinclar - Western Dream

Learn more about Marc Jacobs on Apparel Search.

Alessandra Ambrosio in Blondie NYC Fleece Top

2015-01-12T20:13:00.002-05:00

Alessandra Ambrosio was photographed wearing Junk Food today in Los Angeles! This is the third time the supermodel looked casual and cozy in her Blondie NYC Fleece ($78; www.junkfoodclothing.com).

Below is another fashion model wearing the Blondie NYC top.

Learn more about the Junk Food clothing brand on Apparel Search.

Sorona Renewably Sourced Fiber for Fashion

2014-12-17T07:25:00.003-05:00

DuPontTM has been the world leader in fiber technology since the early 1900's. From the ground-breaking fibers like the versatile nylon, Dacron® polyester, neoprene rubber fabric, elastic Lycra®, bullet-proof Kevlar®, and Teflon®, DuPontTM has created extraordinary textile products that have transformed contemporary living.

DuPont™ Sorona® renewably sourced fiber is proof of the DuPont commitment to create innovative solutions that help reduce dependence on fossil fuels and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

A breakthrough addition to biopolymer solutions, Sorona® allows mills and designers to combine the benefits of renewability without sacrificing the need for a versatile material that offers high performance and design freedom across applications.

A leading biopolymer, Sorona® contains 37 percent annually renewable plant-based ingredients. Even better is its environmental footprint. Producing Sorona® uses 30 percent less energy and releases 63 percent fewer greenhouse gas emissions compared to the production of nylon 6. Compared to nylon 6,6 Sorona® production uses 40% less energy and reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 56%.

Sorona® biopolymer is used in residential and commercial carpets, apparel and automotive mats and carpets. With the highest bio-based content in the synthetic carpet fiber market, Sorona® offers durability and stain resistance.

One of the first high-performance fibers derived from rapidly renewable material, Sorona® continues their impressive record of textile innovation.

Apparel manufacturers appreciate that Sorona® combines the best of both nylon and polyester in one fiber, delivering extraordinary softness, exceptional comfort stretch, brilliant color and easy care. All of these attributes enhance the look, feel and quality of active wear, swimwear, intimates, denim and other apparel.

By using glucose as the basis for Bio-PDO™, a bio-based monomer, DuPont created a renewably sourced ingredient for bio-based fibers, like DuPont™ Sorona®, which is used in everyday products such as carpet and apparel.

Bio-PDO™ Research and Development

The research into Bio-PDO™ began with a realization by Tim Gierke, Research Manager at DuPont Central Research & Development, that 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) has three carbons, and nature is filled with three-carbon and six-carbon forms. A team of DuPont scientists and engineers collaborated with polymer experts to discuss the possibilities of biological production of PDO. This led to a research project that lasted over a decade, eventually leading to a biological process that would achieve the quantities of PDO needed for a commercially viable product.

Next, DuPont scientists partnered with Genencor scientists to develop the organism that would use the glucose (sugar) from corn starch to produce PDO. They also developed a proprietary fermentation process, followed by meticulous cleaning and distillation, to end up with a pure form of Bio-PDO™.

Bio-PDO™ plant was built in Loudon, TN as a joint venture between DuPont and Tate & Lyle.

Railcars full of corn arrive at the Tate & Lyle corn wet mill, where the glucose is produced from the corn starch and then pumped from the wet mill to the Bio-PDO™ production facility.

At the production facility, a micro-organism is added to the glucose. Five nine-story-tall fermentors are filled with the organism and glucose. The organism then excretes Bio-PDO™, forming a broth.

Next, the Bio-PDO™ broth is separated and distilled to a form that is 99.97% pure, with the remainder primarily water. The Bio-PDO™ is then loaded into rail cars and shipped to various customers around the world, where they process it into their own products.

Learn more about DuPont™ Sorona®.

Creating a Fashion Blog

2014-12-16T19:42:00.002-05:00

Are you eager to create your own fashion blog? If yes, keep in mind that you will have plenty of competition. However, that should not necessarily persuade you. According to Apparel Search, the world still has room for more "good" fashion blogs.

You need a strong desire and even stronger work ethic to be successful. Let’s be honest. Blogging about fashion is actually rather challenging work. It is much more than simply being creative and style savvy. You also must be diligent and consistent. You can’t simply write one fantastic article and expect a following to develop.

Learn more about how to create a fashion blog from the Apparel Search website.

Does the world already have too many fashion blogs?

Chord Overstreet in Broncos T-shirt

2014-11-17T07:12:00.001-05:00

Chord Overstreet was photographed wearing Junk Food x NFL recently in Los Angeles. The Glee actor sported his NFL Denver Broncos Triblend tee while out grocery shopping ($16; www.junkfoodclothing.com).

Chord Paul Overstreet is an American actor, singer and musician, known for his role as Sam Evans on the television series Glee.

Thomas Linko To Be CFO at Kate Spade & Company

2014-10-15T07:31:00.000-04:00

Kate Spade & Company confirmed its previously announced plan and appointed Thomas Linko as Chief Financial Officer of the Company. In this position, Mr. Linko will oversee the global finance team and report to George Carrara, President & Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Linko is the former Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer of Juicy Couture.

Chief Executive Officer Craig Leavitt said "I am pleased to officially welcome Tom to the Kate Spade & Company management team. Tom led the Juicy wind-down, the results of which were better than planned, and we look forward to benefitting from his significant experience as we continue to grow."

Mr. Carrara added, "In connection with our plan announced back on January 9, Tom's official appointment comes as his wind-down responsibilities as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer for Juicy Couture, a former brand in our Company's portfolio, are substantially complete. Tom is a seasoned leader and an ideal addition for the current phase of our growth trajectory given his deep experience within a branded, multi-channel environment."

Mr. Linko has more than 20 years of experience in retail finance and operations. He joined the Company in July 2012 as Chief Financial Officer for Juicy Couture leading Finance, Store Operations, Planning & Allocation, Real Estate, Commercial Operations and Order Management. Prior to that, Mr. Linko was the Chief Financial Officer at Delta Galil, a global manufacturer and marketer of private label apparel products for men, women and children. In addition, Mr. Linko spent 12 years at Tommy Hilfiger where he oversaw the financial operations of the US and Canadian Wholesale and Retail Divisions as the Senior Vice President of Finance for Tommy Hilfiger North America. He began his career working in the Finance department at Liz Claiborne Inc. and is a Certified Public Accountant.

Kate Spade & Company (NYSE: KATE) designs and markets accessories and apparel under three global, multichannel lifestyle brands: kate spade new york, Kate Spade Saturday and Jack Spade. With collections spanning demographics, genders and geographies, the brands are intended to accent customers' interesting lives and inspire adventure at each turn. The Company also owns the Adelington Design Group, a private brand jewelry design and development group that markets brands through department stores and serves jcpenney via exclusive supplier agreements for the Liz Claiborne and Monet jewelry lines. In November 2013, the Company completed the sale of the Juicy Couture intellectual property to Authentic Brands Group (ABG) and is working under a license from ABG to transition and wind down the Juicy Couture business through 2014. The Company also has a license for the Liz Claiborne New York brand, available at QVC, and Lizwear, which is distributed through the club store channel. Visit www.katespadeandcompany.com for more information.

Tons of Handbags

2014-09-18T06:51:00.003-04:00

A handbag is a small bag that women and some men may carry around with them. They are very popular items for many reasons. At times, it appears that the world has tons of bag options. It can be overwhelming... Here are a few basics.

Handbags
Backpacks
Business & Laptop Bags
Clutches
Hobos
Mini-Bags
Novelty Bags
Oversized Bags
Satchels Seatbelt Bags
Shoulder Bags
Special Occasion Bags
Sports Bags
Totes
Vegetarian Bags
Wallets
Wristlets

Learn about the various handbag categories so you are an educated fashionista.

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Kim Kardashian in Purple Corset

2014-08-26T07:12:00.000-04:00

In search of the perfect hourglass shape, it appears Kim Kardashian has began waist training to further slim and trim her figure. Kim posted a photo earlier this week in a purple corset.

Similar to the Purple Workout Band ($54.99) sold by HourglassAngel.com, a weightloss corset like this will support long-term slimming and help you lose inches through the science of compression. The latex lining stimulates thermal activity and perspiration, mobilizing fat and toxins. You will see results as soon as you put it on. Add time, plus a healthy diet and active lifestyle and you're going to love the edge a garment like this gives you.

RESULTS

Midsection control
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Loss of inches reported
Mobilizes fat cells
Stimulates perspiration

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Latex workout band
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Taylor Swift: Get the Look for Less at Lulus.com

2014-08-07T06:22:00.004-04:00

Get Taylor Swift’s chic summer look with steals from Lulu*s.com! LuLu*s started with the vision of providing the latest for the fashionably hip along with providing exceptional value, quality, and superb customer service.

Pierre Michel Salon

2014-08-06T06:46:00.000-04:00

Pierre Michel Salon is a world-renowned salon in New York City that provides top-of-the-line beauty services and products to its hundreds of clients. Pierre Michel has 75 highly trained stylists, colorists, estheticians, makeup artists and more that offer the best in beauty. With such a wide variety of hair and beauty services, Pierre Michel Salon is the one-stop shop for all your beauty needs. Its 11,000 square foot, state of the art salon offers the utmost in comfort and luxury (complete with massaging and reclining shampoo chairs and a snack bar with full refreshments), making Pierre Michel the perfect place to escape.

Learn more at www.pierremichelsalon.com