Month: April 2009

geekiviews: LG TE365 Neon Mobile Phone

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During LG Fashion Week I had the opportunity to test out one of LG’s new mobile phones the LG TE365 Neon. I love playing with gadgets so I accepted. A full QWERTY keypad for fast texting, quick access to your favourite social network sites, and threaded SMS keeps you in touch wherever and whenever you want. It also comes with a 2.0MP camera, a music player that supports 4GB of music, and a trim design that easily slips into any pocket or purse. Dimensions :101.6 x 50.8 x 16.8mm Weight :08 grams (3.65oz) Battery Life Talk Time :Up to 4 hours, Standby Time :Up to 250 hours Camera :2.0 megapixel Digital Camera Messaging Type :QWERTY keypad for text entry Ringer Type :64-chord polyphonic ringer Voice Recording and Memo :Yes Scheduler/Calendar :Yes I’m a Blackberry user so going to a plain messaging phone is always a step down for me. However, the phone itself is compact and small. The slide out keyboard felt pretty sturdy and not flimsy. The screen was a good size and the …

geekiviews: High Voltage Tattoo

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I don’t know what went through my head when I agreed to review the new Kat Von D book High Voltage Tattoo. I don’t really know much about her besides the fact that she was on reality tv and is a tattoo artist. I didn’t watch her shows, they aren’t my thing. Typical rock/stripper chick is what I labelled her prior to reading this book. I’ve discovered that she’s a talented artist. I’ve discovered that I kinda like her. The book features a short bio, history of her career in the tattoo world, a tattoo map of her body and representative examples of the genre using examples of her work on her clients and friends. Some of my favourite things in the book are: The presentation of the book. It fits in perfectly with her style down to the font. Her tattoo map is pretty detailed and impressive it hard for me to imagine getting one tattoo let alone the number of ones Kat has to warrent such an in depth analysis. She sets the …

Toujuours by FRANKE available soon at Chasse Garde

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‘I Am’ Franke FW08 Fashion Film Video by Franke (fran.kee) – MySpace Video . A new Spring 2009 capsule collection by FRANKE will arrive later this month (April 2009) at Chasse Garde. This collection is exclusive to the store. Les rêves sont nécessaires à la vie Since I don’t have any photos of the collection yet, I thought you might like to see the FRANKE Fall 2008 fashion film. 'I Am' Franke FW08 Fashion Film

Footwear trends from Fall 2009 – 2010 from the buyers

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I found this posts called The Reaction that had the buyers explaining the footwear trends from Fall 2009 – 2010 season. You can read the original articles at The Reaction on WWD.com – March 9, 2009 and The Reaction – WWD.com – March 16, 2009 Barbara Atkin, VP of Fashion Direction, Holt Renfrew Strongest Trends: “The extreme platform and sky-high heel, but also the return of the single sole. Strappy winter shoes that can transition from season to season. The overdesigned statement shoe is still important, and the ankle boot is strong with cutouts.” “Must-Carry” Styles From Milan: Gucci’s thigh-high, long stocking boots Burberry Prorsum’s rubber platform hiking boot Prada’s single-sole Mary Janes with studding and fringe Shift in Buying Strategy: “We are not going to be overly assortive, or as broad as we have been in the past. Rather, we’ll offer the most important DNA from each collection that speaks to our strong point of view.” Stephanie Solomon, Fashion Director, Bloomingdale’s Strongest Trends: “The decorated shoe, over-the-top embellishment with feathers, beads, buckles and nailheads. …

[FAT] – Toronto Alternative Arts & Fashion Week 2009

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[FAT] – Toronto Alternative Arts & Fashion Week 2009 When people talk about inventive, pioneering and contemporary events where the latest innovators in fashion, art and music can break into the scene, they talk about |FAT| – Toronto Alternative Arts & Fashion Week. This multifaceted annual event showcases 200 of the most original fashion designers, visual artists, musicians, performers and dancers across the country and beyond. In April 2009 over 5,000 people across 4 explosive days and nights will come together to connect, create and experience the next big thing. For ticket info and to get inspired, visit www.getfat.ca The Fermenting Cellar The Distillery District 55 Mill Street E. Building 6 Toronto Date: April 21-24, 2009, 6pm – 1am every night Price: tickets $20 at select locations, $25 at the door image: JENNIFER ALLISON – Walking Tall getfat.ca

i want: Stellite Limited Edition Ring by Stefania Lucchetta

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Stellite Limited Edition Ring by Stefania Lucchetta This is one of the coolest rings I’ve seen. It’s made of this material called Stellite, which is a cobalt-chromium alloy. There were only 30 of these rings made. Not only am I nerding out because of the Stellite, but I’ve seen this gem on the website Made and designed using models and three-dimensional software It’s a pricey ring and you can find out the price by clicking the link. Available online only. Stefanie Lucchetta website P.S. Luisaviaroma.com ships to Canada, US and Europe for free!