The Lauren Conrad Collection

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 Get ‘dress’ed this year for any occasion with

The Lauren Conrad Collection

Lauren Conrad kicks off her Spring Fling collection with the adorable BLAIRE dress. Sophisticated and sweet in the front with a daring peek-a-boo triangle cutout in the back, the BLAIRE dress will effortlessly take you from the office to a night out on the town. Add a touch of color and modesty to the BLAIRE dress by covering up in a pink cardigan.

BLAIRE DRESS

$225.00

 

Are you counting down the days until spring break? The HARLOW dress in Mali is the perfect outfit for a long awaited tropical getaway! Pair this dress with flip-flops, chunky bangles and a refreshing pina colada adorned with a mini umbrella but don’t forget the most important accessory…your sunscreen!

Also available in white and ginger

HARLOW DRESS

$280.00

Simple yet sassy, the LUCY dress is too adorable to not own. Made of modal jersey fabric, this super soft dress will keep you comfortable and pairs well with any heel. Another reason to make room for this dress in your closet…the built in bra!  Don’t worry, we won’t tell!

Also available in black

LUCY DRESS

$215.00 

Fun, flirty and sophisticated, the KARMEN dress is sure to make a lasting first impression. The deep V neckline with an empire waist gives an ‘I’m classy but I’m here to party’ vibe while the soft jersey fabric will keep you cool during a sizzling, hot summer night.

Also available in ginger

belt not included

KARMEN DRESS

$260.00 

BRITTNEY Dress

In this fun, modern, 80’s style print made of stretch cotton you can dance the night away without an embarrassing wardrobe malfunction thanks to the secure fitted bodice. This structured tube dress with an a-line skirt and sweet heart shaped neckline is flattering for all body types and will look hot for any season.

(belt not included)

BRITTNEY DRESS

$212.00

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CALIDORA Skin Clinic hosts an evening of pampering for a good cause!

Calidora Skin Clinic

157 Caruso Ave.

Glendale, CA 91202

June 25th 2009

Beauty isn’t only skin deep at this stylish skin care clinic. Calidora proved to be beautiful inside and out as the host of an evening of pampering in order to raise funds for International Greenshield. The silent auction, filled with name brand items, salon services, vacation getaways and entertainment memorabilia served as an enjoyable means to raise funds for International Greenshield, whose mission is to implement disaster prevention technologies in infrastructures that are vulnerable to natural disasters.

 

Philip Gilpin Jr, founder, president and CEO of International Greenshield, strives to harness the power of service, combine it with the force of science, and release into the world an awesome demonstration of the human community through his philanthropic organization.  

              

The beautifully designed and luxurious flagship store located at the contemporary Americana in Glendale treated guests to gift bags, massages, and informative sessions about their services which include facials, peels, microdermabrasion, Botox injections, and laser treatments just to name a few. The Clarisonic Skin Care System, considered one of Oprah's "favorite things" is a service that features a revolutionary cleansing tool much like the Sonicare but for the face. 

   

Guests also received a complimentary photo imaging complexion skin analysis, and noshed on sushi, chocolates, beer, wine and Rubyy energy drinks: a healthy alternative energy drink in a refreshing blood red orange flavor.

Currently featuring expert services at discounted prices, Calidora has the secret to fabulous looking skin!

Visit www.calidora.com and www.internationalgreenshield.org for more info!

 

After a long and much anticipated wait, Rock and Republic opens its doors on Robertson Blvd!

ROCK & REPUBLIC
105 S. Robertson Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
June 11th 2009


With a black carpet in full effect, the new ROCK and REPUBLIC on swanky Robertson Blvd adorned with futuristic décor opened its doors Thursday night ready to celebrate its long awaited grand opening. Once inside, guests were greeted with champagne from young, beautiful models and consumed with a steadfast beat from the DJ turntables.

The flagship store, with a fresh, new and luxurious aesthetic appeared to have the finest everything; finest couches, hangers, lighting, walls, and not to mention the finest looking clothes. Super stylish leather jackets, white pants, skinny jeans with zipper ankles and of course the signature denim were all pristinely displayed.

Representative of a rock and roll lifestyle, Rock and Republic is the mastermind of Michael Ball who started the line with a single pair of jeans. Now, six years later, it remains a world leader when it comes to high quality denim but doesn’t stop at just legendary designs. It desires global change. Every year, Rock the Cure, the company’s ground breaking philanthropic foundation, encourages people to make a difference and donates 100% of the profits to a deserving charity.

As the most successful luxury denim brand in the world, the future sure looks rockin’ for this brand!

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(Marc Jacobs Spring 2009-photo courtesy of style.com)

(Balmain Spring 2009-photo courtesy of style.com)

SHOULDER PADS:
Most fashionistas prefer to leave shoulder pads to the football players, however, some designers defy the shoulder pad trepidation with a subtle approach to the controversial 80s trend. Designers are showing a fresh perspective of this unpopular trend by pairing shoulder pads with looks that are slimming in hopes to enhance its popularity. Initially, shoulder pads arrived on the fashion scene to create long sensual necklines and for this season, designers have toned down the volume and created looks that enhance rather than distract.

Known for making bold statements with its strong architectural structure, shoulder pads are best suited for jackets and dresses with minimal volume.








Even the most trendy of trendsetters maintains an apprehension for shoulder pads but one benefit to this trend is that it makes the hips look smaller! No that wasn't a typo. Shoulder pads make the hips look smaller. So, rather than shun this trend, embrace it because shoulder pads do have your best figure in mind.

(Balmain Spring 2009-photo courtesy of style.com)

Andrew Christian: The "Panty-Christ"

It's not everyday that I get to meet the "Panty-Christ" at his multi-colored design studio...

ARTICLE on ANDREW CHRISTIAN
(image courtesy of andrewchristian.com)


Driven for success, Andrew started his sportswear line at the tender age of 19 but soon realized it wasn’t so easy. Perseverance through obstacles and patience helped to push him further with his cutting edge line while he defied those who would not take him seriously. Well, now, Andrew has a reason to show off his success. He can be seen as the “Panty-Christ” on Bravo’s new hit reality show, The Fashion Show premiering Thursday May 7th at 10pm where designers compete for a chance to have their designs sold in the retail market and a cash price of $125,000.

With an adoration for Karl Lagerfeld, a German born Chanel designer, for his prolific lifestyle image and Alexander McQueen for his strong conviction as a designer, Andrew strives for the same recognition in the fashion industry. Initially, his line featured men’s sports wear but was instantly revered for his innovative underwear line. He is the first to introduce Anti-Muffin Top Elastic in his underwear designs in order to reduce the appearance of love handles. Recently, Andrew incorporated a unique Dri-release fabric into his line that feels like cotton and keeps the wearer comfortable, dry and odor-free.

While women have their enhancement tricks, Andrew decided that men should have an enhancement option and that is just what he created: a brief that lifts and enhances a male’s best ‘ass’et with what he calls Flashback-Butt Lifting Technology where the underwear automatically lifts the buttocks making it look more firm and round. As an equal opportunity designer, he recently introduced a version of the Flashback for women called WonderWear.

Next on Andrew’s extensive list is his global promotional Meet & Greet campaign where he will connect his underwear and sportswear line with his fans whom he feels, have been his greatest support. With so much to look forward to, Andrew hopes to expand his brand, reach for new avenues and continue challenging himself in the fashion industry. His one-of-a-kind designs can be found in stores worldwide and most notably at Kitson, Patricia Fields and Fred Segal.


www.andrewchristian.com