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Shamaine Klein Design is pleased to announce the unveiling of her latest jewelry collection, Modern Opulence, featuring earrings, rings and pendants adorned with bold gemstones set in precious metals. She also announced the new face representing her jewelry line, renowned fashion designer Lisa F Pliner.
“Shamaine Klein Design has enjoyed great success and we are very excited to have Lisa as the face of the company. Her natural beauty and sense of style make her a perfect ambassador for the Shamaine Klein Design brand,” said Shamaine. “My Modern Opulence collection was inspired by today’s fashion-forward woman who wants unique jewelry with an air of opulence, but also sleek, stylish and affordable enough to wear and enjoy every day.”
“Shamaine’s talent is in creating jewelry that is artistic, modern and very versatile,” said Lisa Pliner. “I’m thrilled to be representing Shamaine Klein Design and look forward to launching the gorgeous new collection.”
Shamaine and Lisa will reveal the new Shamaine Klein Design Modern Opulence collection at an event for media and customers at the Donald J Pliner store in Highland Village in Houston on June 24th from 6 – 9 p.m.
Shamaine was born into a family of Jewelers and has been inspired to design jewelry for as long as she can remember. After a career in the arts and raising a family, her love affair with jewelry was rekindled when, one day while rummaging through her jewelry box she realized the pieces she loved the most were unique, bordering upon works of art and striking in some way. This ignited the creative spark and Shamaine Klein Design was born.
Shamaine made some of her initial designs into pendants for herself and as presents for her friends and family. With their unique styling and themes, the pieces were an instant hit, and soon what started as an engaging pastime turned into a full-time occupation and a design studio.
Her designs caught the attention of renowned fashion designers Donald and Lisa Pliner who asked her to create a collection of pieces to support their Peace for the Children Foundation.
Shamaine Klein Design is a trademark or registered trademark of Shamaine Klein Design in the United States and other jurisdictions. All other company and product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Footwear etc. welcomes the warm Summer weather with the amazing comfort of Orthaheel Sandals. Almost 30 styles for women and men are now in stock and include flip flops, slides, and dress sandals. For casual as well as dressy wear, these shoes give you a greater variety of opportunities to wear the most supportive and comfortable flip flops and other sandals you’ll ever try. Customer response to these sandals has been extremely positive.
Designed by podiatrists and endorsed by well-known pioneer of integrative medicine, Dr. Andrew Weil, Orthaheels provide a stylish yet supportive alternative to the typical summer flip flops and sandals. They emulate walking on natural surfaces and restore the foot’s natural alignment, which improves hip alignment and knee function. Orthaheels also reduce excess pronation – which can lead to flat feet. The deep heel cup provides exceptional support and can benefit those of us with arch issues or even plantar fasciitis. District Manager Andrew Monarch adds, “Our customers are raving about how fantastic they feel. They can’t believe how comfortable these sandals are!” Orthaheel is so confident that you’ll love their products, it offers a 30-day money back guarantee if you’re not satisfied – even if the shoes have been worn outside.
New styles available include the Orthaheel Tide (which comes in fun colors like denim, green tea, pewter, khaki, white and black), and two new sandals: the Seaside and the Seatrek. These models join the Orthaheel family with their outstanding support and attractive styling.
The Orthaheel Spring Collection is available now online at footwearetc.com and at their retail store locations in Northern California and San Diego.
Footwear etc. is a well-established, family-owned business, headquartered in Silicon Valley, CA since 1986. The company is committed to improving customers’ quality of life by offering brand name products that demonstrate their belief in the need for healthful, comfortable and fashionable footwear. Footwear etc. operates eight retail stores located throughout the Bay Area and also offers their products on their website and catalog.
Tissot have become the leaders in Swiss watch innovation over the past decade. Since the launch of the first T-Touch watch, the Tissot brand has become one of the most sought after wrist wear brands the world over.
The T-Touch range has grown in popularity since its launch more than five years ago. Titanium has been added to the watch designs in order to offer a lighter alternative to steel cases and bracelets. Extra functionality has also been added to the range. This is epitomised by the T-Touch Expert, a watch that now has ten functions. Extra water resistance now enhances the Sea Touch, to make the watches in this range the first fully functioning T-Touch watch compatible with diving.
This year Tissot have further complemented the T-Touch watch range with the launch of the all new Sailing Touch. As the name portrays, the Sailing Touch has been designed to appeal to people who love to sail and want a Tissot watch with functionality to compliment their hobby. The Sailing Touch is not like the T-Touch Pilot Expert - a watch that has minor changes to the case and then given a new name. The Sailing Touch has new functionality and a completely new case.
The Sailing Touch has been designed by Tissot Watches as a smoother, less cumbersome watch - gone are the hard edges of the T-Touch Expert, which have been replaced by sweeping curves. The Sailing Touch also bridges the gap between functionality and fashion, with fantastic use of colour throughout the Sailing Touch range. With beautiful design across six different watches within the range, it is easy to see why the Sailing Touch will be popular with the masses as well as with sailing enthusiasts.
Another additional feature worth mentioning is the Regatta function – this offers a ten minute countdown for those who want to use the watch for its true purpose. The Sailing Touch also offers new 100 meter water resistance, a real plus point if the watch is being worn during sailing.
All in all the new Sailing Touch is a step in a new direction for the T-Touch range, one that is sure to secure an even stronger position for the brand.
It’s time to don the look of a soccer devotee with FIFA fever just round the corner… Max – the value fashion brand from the Landmark Group is all set to launch a limited edition of FIFA collection for all those soccer frenzy populace. The collection is inspired by a fusion of fashion, culture, and the heritage of soccer. The graphic prints are vibrant mix of the team jerseys and techniques that have been singled out from the sport. The collection depicts the spontaneity and energy of FIFA soccer world cup and the bright colours portray the lively buzz and impulsiveness of the sport. Football enthusiasts can also pick up T-shirts with team elements of England, Brazil, Italy, South Africa, Argentina, France and Spain and cheer their favorite team.
Bold, colorful block styling cut and sew contrast paneling, strong prints and patterns and cotton knits symbolizes the enthusiasm of the game. The fit reflects the need for comfort and flexibility while playing.
The collection is available across all Max stores in the city at West Gate Mall Rajouri Garden; V3S Mall Laxminagar; Metro Mahagun Mall, Vaishali, Ghaziabad & Great Indian Place Mall, Noida.
On the launch of soccer edition t-shirts, Kamakshi Kaul, Head Designer, Max said, “The FIFA World Cup mania is infective! Looking at the sports frenzy that is engulfing the sports enthusiasts, Max ideated the thought of bringing out a special collection for FIFA to offer the perfect look for the season. It is certainly a fashion must have to celebrate the adrenaline thump of the sport! We hope our consumers to relish a great mix of fashion & soccer this time”
Whether one watches the games or wears the game in style – All is well in the name of SOCCER! Live the game with Max!
Max is the leading fashion retail chain offering customers one stop shop for clothing, accessories and footwear needs for the entire family.
Max - a division of Lifestyle International (P) Ltd. - has pioneered the concept of ‘value fashion retailing’ in the country, thereby offering the value conscious customer a choice of variety without compromising on the quality. It offers merchandise which is fashionable & competitively priced in the range of Rs. 199 to Rs. 599, making it quite affordable. The store ambience offers global shopping experience with imported fixtures and customer friendly layouts. In India, it has 27 stores across 15 cities including Chennai, Indore, Baroda, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Vishakpatnam, Bangalore, Delhi, Agra, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Calicut, Mumbai and Nanded. It has plans to open 60 stores by 2011-12.
The Lil’panda Company announced the launch of Lil’panda, a super cute, upbeat and expressive lifestyle character brand which seeks to be a positive influence in the lives of tween girls.
Lil’panda is more than just a character product line; it is a lifestyle that expresses a positive point of view. ‘Happiness is contagious’ is not just the Lil’panda tag line; it’s the expression of the brand philosophy.
“Kids today are exposed to a lot of negativity and cynicism forcing them to grow up too fast. Lil’panda is a counter point to this negativity as it promotes a positive, fun and upbeat attitude,” stated Stephen Gross creator of Lil’panda. “Kids are our future so I created Lil’panda, the biggest lil’optimist, to encourage them to make a positive difference in the world.”
The Lil’panda merchandise collection debuts in Spring/Summer 2010 and features expressive apparel with fashion tees, tanks, and hoodies as well as stationery and collectable plush. All apparel are made from the highest quality, ultra soft material providing extraordinary comfort while the custom fashion fit provides a fun and stylish look for girls.
The brand is sold in specialty boutiques and department stores. Clothing samples and retail prices are available upon request.
Catwalk star Tom Nicon, 22, committed suicide after falling four floors from his apartment window in Milan, according to the Daily Telegraph Monday. Nicon, the male "face" of the British fashion label Burberry, died before the start of the Milan Men's fashion week. He is thought to have been depressed after breaking up with his girlfriend Noemie Lenoir, the face of Marks and Spencer's underwear.
This report is an in-depth financial evaluation of the Global Footwear Manufacturers Industry. Using the unique Plimsoll method of analysis, each of the top 700 Global Footwear Manufacturers is individually assessed and ranked against each other and compared to industry averages.
The MAGIC Marketplace - to be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center on 16th-19th August - has become established as one of the international fashion industry's leading shows, attracting global buyers and sellers of men's, women's and children's apparel, footwear and accessories. SATRA will be exhibiting in the SOURCING at MAGIC hall to discuss with retail buyers and sourcing agents the importance of product testing on footwear and apparel, in order to meet legislation and avoid litigation
Held every February and August, the event is divided into nine distinct collections: MAGIC Menswear, WWD MAGIC (womenswear), PROJECT (influential contemporary brands), POOLTRADESHOW (boutique market), S.L.A.T.E. (surf, skate and street fashion), STREET (contemporary sportswear), FN PLATFORM (recent footwear additions), PREMIUM (premium and contemporary men's and women's collections), and SOURCING at MAGIC (marketed as an international business platform offering one-stop shopping for the entire apparel supply chain).
SATRA will also be exhibiting in the USA at the NE Apparel & Footwear Materials Show at the Crown Plaza, Boston North Shore on September 7th-8th. This event was established in 2005 as an opportunity for materials and components suppliers to meet with the region's apparel and footwear manufacturers. Visitors attending this exhibition will receive a warm welcome from SATRA at booth 700.
For further information, please contact James Corton on jamesc@us.satratechnology.com
About SATRA
SATRA is the world's leading research and technology centre of its kind and employs scientific, technical and support staff in the UK and China. The brand is recognised and respected in over 70 countries. SATRA is a leading authority on international legislation and testing, and the technical aspects of a wide range of consumer products including footwear, leathergoods, apparel, toys, safety products, furniture, floorcoverings, construction products, and homeware. Many of its test methods become industry standards and its production efficiency and accreditation systems are unrivalled. It also houses a well equipped chemical analysis laboratory to meet the global demand for restricted substances testing. SATRA's objective is to help its customers increase their competitiveness. It provides support and expertise throughout the whole supply chain, from product research and development, material and component evaluation, quality assurance, manufacturing efficiency and cost saving, to testing and certification. SATRA also builds and sells its own branded test equipment. SATRA is a Notified Body for the EU Directives on personal protective equipment, toys, medical devices and construction products. SATRA publishes technical articles on a wide range of subjects in its own publications, on its website and in leading international industry publications; it also runs courses and seminars to help promote quality, excellence and professionalism throughout consumer products industries.
London Jewellery Week wrapped up a celebration of the UK's artisan skills, highlighting new creations by up-and-coming designers and brands.
"Treasure" was the show-stopping event, featuring lines by young designers such as Joanna Dahdah, and brands such as Swarovski, and retailer PureJewels from the Green Street, east London South Asian jewelry quarter, which showed off a new platinum collection.
"There are some extraordinary designers using all sorts of different materials and techniques, and having amazing inspiration," said Della Tinsley, a director of the London jewelry week (LJW).
Dahdah won the New Designer award as Treasure launched at a glittering party in central London.
The diverse shapes, colors and textures in Gustav Klimt's paintings are the main inspiration for her debut collection.
She explored various assortments of circles and squares highlighted by a warm and glowing color palette to recreate the sensuality and richness conveyed by Klimt's work.
Dozens of designers and retailers, including ethical UK jewelers Leblas and Cred, showed off their latest pieces.
"LJW went very well indeed. It looks like a busy summer ahead," said Ute Decker, who exhibited her sculptural jewelry in ethical silver at Treasure.
Ethical jewelers campaign for "good practice" from mine to jewelry box, striving to apply the most sustainable practices, using recycled silver and packaging materials.
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Stephen Webster, a top UK designer known as jeweler to the rock stars for his longstanding ties with Christina Aguilera who wears his flamboyant pieces, showed up at the Treasure launch party to show his support for young British talent.
Webster spoke about a shift to silver in upmarket designs in light of soaring gold prices.
He said the financial crisis had had the biggest impact on the mid-market, while the top tier remained strong.
"It is the middle that has been squeezed hardest," Webster told Reuters.
Other jewelers said the combination of rising rough diamond prices and the economic downturn had eroded diamond jewelry demand in the mid-market, despite resilient bridal purchases.
London Jewelry Week, which this year held its third edition, is expected to be back next June with a bigger sponsors lineup and could tie up more closely with London Fashion Week.
London's Hatton Garden diamond jewelry district staged a street festival on Saturday where stone setters, polishers and engravers demonstrated their craft amidst stalls selling food and drink and children's events including a Punch and Judy show.
Rinku Sobti, a delhi based fashion designer, brings out her latest collection of Indian Occasion wear for the season. The collection is an apt festive wear for any Indian Occasion.
The collection is an amalgamation of love, beauty, romance & fashion not to forget” says the designer. Unusual patterns & intelligent use of elements combinations are what the designer offers in her latest collection.
Encompassing a range of gowns, lehengas, tunics her collection is available in ultra vibrant colors including pink, red, green, pearl blue color palettes. The designs of her new collection cater to a very distinct persona & the styles are for a self determining individual who is modern, chick & loves fashion. Fabrics like jersey, organza, dupion, crushed satins etc have been used generously to make her collection all the more appealing.
“Bright colors, bold designs, exorbitant motifs & exclusive embroideries are the flavor of this festive season” says Rinku Sobti.
Her ultra modern red dress pleated at the embroidery yoke is a perfect offering for ideal cocktail attire. Embellished with beautiful green, turquoise & yellow colored embroidery work with colorful stones & beeds work the dress is a mark of uber sophistication & makes you feel gorgeous.
Her sophisticated black outfit gives a very simple yet unique look in which fabrics like jersey have been used generously. The outfit has love of detail as the design speaks black on black language. The bottom has free pleated pants in jersey fabric. Radiating a cheerful & vibrating mood to a joyful occasion her pink color lehenga with deep grey pleated top is an apt dress for Indian occasion wear which gives a very feminine & gracious look. The dupatta with the dress has a double shaded color with block printing on it. The outfit exudes a romantic atmosphere to any occasion which is embellished with floral hand embroidery, beeds & sequence work on it.
Another collection of hers which truly reflects color, beauty & vibrancy without being over the top is her Green georgette skirt with green and copper corset. The skirt is a cut into panel ensuring it is loose and flowing. It has a lot feminine appeal it has been constructed is georgette and played with block printing in hues of gold and copper with detailing of hand embroidery.
Experiments in terms of designs, work of high quality, finesse of the embroidery, blending of fabrics & materials are what lent an antique touch to her range. Her latest collection is very elegant, flowing, graceful & easy to carry.
Her collection is available in her exclusive store in Vasant Kunj, Delhi.
Rinku Sobti has been serving the Fashion Industry from past 15 years. She launched her own brand label- RINKU SOBTI in the year 1995 with the vision not only to sell product but to create fashion of high quality. Her collection encompasses a perfect blend of western-cuts and Indian ethnic designs & stands out for its originality and enchanting style. The strong point of this designer is her customizing the outfits for her clients that makes each garment special and unique as she takes the clients’ inputs and their lifestyle into consideration. Presently she has her own exclusive store in Delhi.
