Leven Rambin at Forever Mark Instyle Party

It’s red carpet season and actress Leven Rambin knows that looking like a star isn’t an option. The starlet attended the Forevermark and InStyle “A Promise of Beauty and Brilliance” Golden Globes event held at the Beverly Hills Hotel on Jan. 10, 2012 in Beverly Hills, CA. She didn’t fail to impress at the soiree by wearing an amazing collection of Ista, 88 by Sandy Simonian, and Elodie K. jewels and a lovely sheer cream lace ensemble. Rambin wore an open circle, yellow gold diamond ring and a yellow gold, pave black heart ring both by Ista, and a large antique circle ring with pave diamonds by 88 by Sandy Simonian. She adorned her other hand with a black silver and black pave diamond knuckle ring with ruby eyes and a black silver and black pave diamond ruby eye “Tails” ring; both by Elodie K.

Ista offers whimsical pieces by Mevesh Ozagar based on ancient Byzantine and Ottoman architectural decorations and crafted in hand-hammered or smooth gold. Sandy Simonian creates one of a kind pieces for her 88 by Sandy Simonian line based on her travels around the world to exotic locations – making her pieces original and highly sought after. Elodie K. offers an array of different pieces including rings, body chains, head pieces, and earrings continuing to attract the attention of young celebrities everywhere.

Ista jewelry is available online at www.artfulhome.com or www.boticca.com. 88 by Sandy Simonian is available online at Taigan.com, and Elodie K. is available for purchase at at Rose Ark in Los Angeles (www.RoseArk.com) and Alchemist in Miami.


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Big Guy StickyTies

evREwares™, a woman-owned company founded by two moms, today announced the launch of “Big Guy Sticky Ties” for men. evREwares™ enjoyed success of kid’s StickyTies at The Container Store, the nation’s originator and leading retailer of storage and organization products, as their first national account. A selection of evREwares StickyTies were available in The Container Store’s Gift Wrap Wonderland stocking stuffer section and were named one of the top 34 Stocking Stuffers under $25 by Real Simple Magazine’s Holiday Gift Guide.

After numerous requests from buyers at trade shows, evREwares™ is introducing this witty, imaginative line of man-sized stick-on ties that are reusable. A wide variety of Big Guy StickyTies can be found at www.evREwares.com. Ties give nods to voting, beer, grilling, graduating, golf and much more, including the “Tailgate Formal” line.

evREwares™ was created out of a pure passion for art, innovation, and fun. Company co-founders Jennifer Pittman and Becca Nelson have used a patented adhesive fabric to create a whole line of Reusable and wearable “Sticky” products. Current products include StickyTies, Sticky BowTies, StickyPockets, Sticky Drink Labels, and Sticky Locker Decor. All products are made from a nontoxic, environmentally-friendly, woven polyester that will not tear. evREwares™ products will stick virtually anywhere without leaving a sticky residue—simply peel the backing and safely stick to anything, including clothing, cars, walls, and furniture – the possibilities are endless.

“StickyTies are fun, unique, and creative – the kind of product that makes you say ‘why didn’t I think of that?’” said Carolyn Regala, Buyer at The Container Store. “We are proud to offer these to our customers at a great price point and know they are going to be a huge hit during the holidays and beyond.”

With combined experiences in design, photography, film, and advertising, (and a stint as Miss Tennessee USA), Pittman and Nelson launched evREwares™in 2010, and the products were quickly noticed and picked up by specialty boutiques and retailers across the country and in Canada. Additionally, evREwares™ products have recently received nominations for “Best New Product” at the National Stationary Show in New York City as well as being dubbed “The Next Big Zing” in the children’s category by innovative product professional, Dhana Cohen, of Chicago.

Full product lines can be viewed online at www.evREwares.com or pay the owners a visit in person, at WWDMAGIC February 13, 14 and 15 in Las Vegas.

About evREwares™

evREwares™ is a women-owned and-run business based in Raleigh, North Carolina. All products are made from a nontoxic, environmentally-friendly, woven polyester that will not tear. evREwares™ products will stick virtually anywhere without leaving a sticky residue—simply peel the backing and safely stick to anything, “anyware.” What makes it even more fun is that it’s wearable. Although not machine washable, they’re easy to wipe clean with a damp cloth… just store on a wall or mirror or any clean surface for use again and again.

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Spider Silk

Nice article on TechCrunch today that is apparel industry relevant.

“Spiderman might soon lose his dominance in harnessing spider silk superpowers. Scientists from the University of Wyoming, the University of Notre Dame and Zhejiang University in China have managed to genetically modify silkworms to spin stronger silk using spider genes. The new material could be used for everything from bulletproof vests to replacing tough plastics.”

Read the full article at http://techcrunch.com/2012/01/05/spider-worm-silk/

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Fifth & Pacific

Liz Claiborne Inc., will have a new company name.  The new name is Fifth & Pacific Companies.   You can learn about Fifth & Pacific on Apparel Search or you can visit their official website.  The address for the Fifth & Pacific website is www.fifthandpacific.com.

You can read the press release about the Liz Claiborne name change on the Fashion Newspaper at

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Princess Night by Vera Wang

Princess Night by Vera Wang

Princess Night, the latest fragrance by Vera Wang, sparkles with first impressions of wild berries and watermelon, blended with raspberry. An exotic blend of jasmine, orange blossom and rose follows and the night air is left with a trail of crushed sugar and hints of musk and vanilla.

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Princess Night by Vera Wang

Princess Night by Vera Wang

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Anna Molinari, Blufin, Blumarine and Blugirl : Learn it All

In 1977, Anna Molinari and her husband Gianpaolo Tarabini Castellani decided to set up the company Blumarine in Carpi to produce the collections created by Anna. With a penchant for the color blue and a passion for the sea the Blumarine label, was born. In 1980, the Blumarine label made its highly successful debut at Modit in Milan. They had their first show in 1981 during the Milan fashion events and it was a success. 1986 saw the debut at Milano Collezioni with a range exclusively by the designer.

In 1988 Blumarine became a public limited company under the name of Blufin.

In 1995 the Blugirl line was born, designed by Anna Molinari as prêt-à-porter for young women with a romantic inspiration and a witty and fun touch. Blugirl was first shown at Milano Collezioni in 2002 and gained widespread acclaim.

Now, you should have a better understanding of this fashion company and fashion brands.

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