• Toronto,  WorldWide

    Totally Graduated!!

    I graduated on Friday!! It was such an awesome day, and I just wanted to say a BIG THANK YOU to everybody that encouraged and supported me throughout my journey with this degree; I couldn’t have done it without you!

    The biggest hugs and kisses!

    ♥Bella♥

    ps: CONGRATULATIONS to everybody that graduated!!
  • Bitty,  WorldWide

    Clifford the Big Red Dog™ has a Fashion Line! @douglastoys

    Who remembers Clifford the Big Red Dog™? It’s in its 12th season on PBS Kids and is definitely a classic with more than 126 million books in print from Scholastic.

    What’s exciting is Clifford’s new fashion collection from plush toy maker and lifestyle gift creator, Douglas Company.

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    The collection is six new pieces, which include Clifford Zebra Tote, Clifford Zebra Clutch, Clifford Zebra Whatever Sak™, Clifford Pink Leopard Clutch, Clifford Pink Leopard Satchel and Clifford Pink Leopard Whatever Sak™.

    So chic. These will be available for purchase on store shelves in September 2012. Just note the Clifford Fashion and Clifford Cuddle Toy lines are sold at specialty toy and gift stores in the USA and Canada.

    ‘Like’ Clifford the Big Red Dog on Facebook!

    If you’d like more information on Douglas Co. check out their Facebook & Twitter.

    **Here is a detailed description of the products:

    The Clutch is the perfect grab and go wristlet at 8.5” by 4.5”. It comes in both zebra print and pink leopard. Clifford’s profile is prominently displayed on the bag’s front, adorned with a glittery collar and a rhinestone heart shape on Clifford’s three dimensional ear. The bag has a swinging wrist strap and zipper closure for secure carrying. SRP: $13 each.

    The Whatever Sak™ also comes in both zebra print and pink leopard. This uniquely shaped 6” wide by 5” tall cylinder style bag has a zipper that goes around the top. Beneath the zipper closure is a very cool ruffled fabric trim that coordinates with the bag’s handle. Clifford’s profile graces the bag’s top, adorned with plenty of bling. The character and style of this go anywhere bag is a real show stopper. SRP: $20 each.

    The Satchel is available in the pink leopard print. Talk about style and design, this 9” wide by 6” tall bag is shaped in a half circle and is detailed to the nines.  A very cheerful full faced Clifford graces the bag’s front, holding a blinged out doggy bone in his mouth. The bag is completely trimmed in pink cording that coordinates with the rounded double handles. The bag has a sturdy zipper closure. Girls watch out because mom may be trying to take this one out. SRP:$24 each.

    The Tote is totally fun and funky cool! It could be another of mom’s favorites.  At 10” wide and 7” tall it has plenty of room for storing those must-have items. Clifford’s profile in bright red patent leather is on the left edge of the bag graced by Clifford’s three dimensional ear that has been embellished with a beautiful rhinestone heart shape. The zebra print bag is trimmed in a wide black shimmery accent trim and fully lined with red fabric. It’s double handles are a red patent with an easy opening at the top. SRP: $24 each

  • WorldWide

    36 Hours in Geneva

    I left New York last Saturday for a 3 day trip to Geneva for my 2nd beauty workshop with STURM und DRANG.  I was among 12 beauty experts from across the globe to come share our view point on product development, marketing concepts and injecting personality into a classic brand that is in the midst of planning a major comeback.

    The case study includes a hair care brand with heritage, a real fan following, superior formulation but a dated brand concept and in need of a new story to tell.

    For my creative day, I wore Silence & Noise Asymmetrical Tank Top from Urban Outfitters, Cebu Pants from TNA Aritzia and my Mease Neon Pumps from Aldo


    The Geneva skies were stunning! This is right before the summer rainstorm

    We spent a full day 8:30am-6:30pm at the Landor offices for a lot of creative pow-wowing and eating snacks of course

    Part of the group includes hairstylist and salon owners from Milan, Munich, Paris and London

    We had a visual recorder draw everything we were discussing.

    Here are some fun things I saw in Geneva.

    My funky hotel room

    Cool American Doritos

    Popcorn Snax
    The Mont Blanc!

    Swiss Army Knives

    Pastries of all sorts

    Giant Chess in the park

    BMW Mopeds

    Single person car (Smaller than SMART CAR!)

    Ham and Cheese flavor chips

    yummmy!

    Free poo bags for dogs!

    Overall Geneva is a beautiful (and expensive) city + you can see the rest of my photos HERE.

  • WorldWide

    Lovers in a Dangerous Time


    Don’t the hours go shorter as the days go by
    We never get to stop and open our eyes
    One minute your waiting for the sky to fall
    The next you’re dazzled by the beauty of it all
    Lovers in a dangerous time

    These fragile bodies of touch and taste
    This fragrant skin, this hair like lace
    Spirits open to a thrust of grace
    Never a breath you can afford to waste
    Lovers in a dangerous time
    Lovers in a dangerous time
    When you’re lovers in a dangerous time

    Sometimes you’re made to feel as if your love’s a crime
    Nothing worth having comes without some kind of fight
    Got to kick at the darkness ’til it bleeds daylight
    When you’re lovers in a dangerous time
    Lovers in a dangerous time

  • New York,  WorldWide

    The Girl from the Naked Eye

    If you loved the Watchmen, you have to check out The Girl from the Naked Eye. This film is shot in a similar comic book style and the the story involves Sandy and Jake. Jake is on a mission to solve this murder mystery of his friend/more than friends Sandy. The story of the underworld of call girls, king pins and some corrupt policemen and revenge stirs up a tasty story with twists and turns.

    Jason Yee stars in this movie and also was one of the main writers. “The Girl from the Naked Eye” is a stylized thriller/ action/ romance that pays homage specifically to Pulp murder novels & Noir films of the 1940s. Jason Yee is this generation’s Eastwood playing the cool but sympathetic Jake in a story that packs mystery, action and romance in every unexpected corner. Samantha Streets fills the screen with beauty and pathos as Sandy, his doomed love. Ron Yuan (Prison Break, CSI:NY, Entourage) provides comic relief as the foul mouthed pimp Simon whom both Jake and Sandy work for. Rounding out the cast are Dominique Swain (Alpha Dog, Lolita), Gary Stretch (The Heavy, Alexander), Sasha Grey (Girlfriend Experience, Entourage) and Wilson Heredia (Rent).

    This film opens June 15 nationwide.

  • WorldWide

    Get Swimsuit ready this summer with @lovemissjackson

    Instead of checking out your favorite department store for swimsuits this year why not check out these classy yet daring swimsuits debuting in the Lovelorn Assassin Collection by Lisa Jackson . They will be available starting today! Make sure that you get your hands on these gorgeous swimsuits quick so you can get them in your suitcase in-time for your summer vacations.

     

    These creative & attention grabbing swimsuits are deffinetly for the extrovert. Heads will be turning by the pool-side, beach, and anywhere else they are seen.

    This particular swimsuit is my absolute favorite (above). I love the cutouts and the color. When first saw the cutouts they looked like bows. I LOVE BOWS. They are dainty and girly. Also, the cut is very form fitting so it will flatter your curves everywhere. The high-waisted bottoms will also add some length to your legs, as well.

    The Lovelorn Assassin collection presale starts June 15th, 2012, with 20% off the first 50 orders with code LOVELORN20.

    Items will ship by July 16th, 2012

    You can get the collection here.

    Check out her Facebook page here.