Jammypack A Fanny Pack with Speakers

JammyPack was conceptualized and created on the sands of Newport Beach, SoCal and put to the test in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado.  At the time, there was no true solution to portable speakers. In 2009 they set out to create the best potential sound and portablility.

Today they offer over 20 colors in 5 different styles ranging from glam to backpack.

Learn more about the JammyPack at their website.

Tia Mowry is a Red Carpet Beauty in ELAHN Jewels

Tia Mowry Accessorizes with ELAHN Jewels, CB Luxe, and State Room Jewelry, at the Premiere of "Warm Bodies" Tia Mowry exudes elegance while wearing ELAHN Jewels, CB Luxe, and State Room Jewelry at Summit Entertainment's Premiere of "Warm Bodies" at the Arclight Theatre in Hollywood, CA on January 29th, 2013. Tia wore the Diamond Snake Bangle and the Double Tail Diamond Snake Bangle from CB Luxe, Triple Turquoise Earrings with 2CT Diamonds from State Room Jewelry, and the Full Finger Victorian Ring in 14K Yellow Gold and Black Diamonds by ELAHN Jewels. CB Luxe is the fine jewelry collection by Callae Brownstein. The line mixes precious and semi-precious stones to give pieces a modern twist, while also adding a more traditional touch to contemporary pieces to make them timeless. Callae's inspiration for the line comes from her mother and grandmother who were known for their original style choices along with her strong industry experience and innate understanding of jewelry. CB Luxe is available for purchase at www.cbluxe.com. ELAHN Jewelry is the collaborative line by Leora Talmor and her mother Elahn. Elahn's inspiration for the line came from her dreams of gems while growing up in Jerusalem. The line has a modern edge while adding gothic, victorian, and ancient eastern elements and making the pieces timeless and classic. The collection includes a mixture of rustic mined and sliced diamonds combined with classicly cut diamonds, sapphires, rubies, emeralds, rutilated quartz, and moonstones set in antiqued silver and gold. ELAHN Jewelry is available for purchase at www.elahnjewels.com. State Room Jewelry is the line by Sarin Minassian whose collection offers both subtle, elegant pieces to bolder, statement ones. The collection is inspired from trends from around the world, and provides pieces that can transition from day to night. State Room Jewelry has already been spotted on celebrities like Anne Hathaway, Kristen Kreuk, and Blake Lively and is available for purchase at www.stateroomjewelry.com.

ELAHN Jewels Full Finger Victorian Ring in 14K Yellow Gold and Black Diamonds. $4836.00

Vanessa Lengies from Glee Wears ban.do

Vanessa Lengies, who portrays 'Sugar Motta' on Glee, wore ban.do in last week's episode. The spirited character wore the Flurry Pouf in Charcoal in the Sadie Hawkins themed episode ($35; www.shopbando.com).

Raine Magazine Exclusive Event Celebrates Rising Entrepreneurs

Raine Magazine, the go-to publication for up-and-coming creatives, recently  announced their plans for the release of their newest issue – Volume 14, The International Issue. On January 31^st, 2013, Raine Magazine will host its release party in New York City at the Pierre Hotel’s Two E Bar/Lounge. The event begins at 7 p.m and continues until 10 p.m. Raine Magazine’s release party is by invitation only. Requests for invitations can be made by visiting www.rainemagazine.com/RSVP.


Stars from the worlds of fashion, entertainment, and culture will be in attendance. America’s Next Top Model winner Jaslene Gonzalez will be attending in celebration of her feature in Raine Magazine’s International Issue. Featured Raine musical artist Hal Linton will be appearing along with singer Jenny Bapst. Fashion designer and Real Housewives of New York star Malan Breton will also be appearing. Actress Sarah Meghan Thomas from Backwards (2012) will be in attendance along with America’s Next Top Model alumna Sara Racey-Trabizi and Mrs. Kentucky 2012 Kathy Polston-Dalton to name a few.


Raine Magazine’s International Issue release party will feature a giveaway by House of Horology Watches. Epice International Inc. will be providing limited gift bags and CITYSIP will present complimentary cocktails featuring Brugal Rum and Gloria Ferrer Sonoma Brut Bubbly.


The Pierre Hotel’s Two E Bar/Lounge serves as a unique reception space for New York City‘s most exclusive social events. The impeccable elegance of this private venue offers the best ambiance, music, lights, and sound to celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit of Raine Magazine.

The International Issue features singer and actress, Adrienne Bailon, a former Cheetah Girl, and Julissa Bermudez, former host of 106 & Park, both now the stars of the Style Network’s Empire Girls. The International Issue also includes exciting stories of the international beauties of America’s Next Top Model, rising actress Necar Zadegan, award winning filmmaker and actress Christina Ochoa, music sensation Hal Linton, and world renowned Rainemakers, Designer Isabel Toledo and Artist Ruben Toledo to name a few.

Step into an exotic world of beauty, fashion, culture and entrepreneurism at the celebration of Raine Magazine’s newest issue – Volume 14, The International Issue. Raine Magazine is the fashion and lifestyle resource for creative entrepreneurs.


About Raine Magazine
Described as the Haute Couture resource for entrepreneurs, Raine strives to find the must know uncovered gems in fashion, entertainment, culture and technology. Filled with intriguing stories and hypnotic photography, Raine proves to be a lifestyle must have for those who are creative and love all that is new and luxurious – while delivering the rising stars around the world to its readers each quarter. Raine Magazine is available at Barnes and Noble and digital newsstands as well as online at www.rainemagazine.com.

MMPR Representing Kao Pao Shu Handbags

Devoted to strength and longevity with its unpredictable, abstract detail comes Kao Pao Shu, a collection of handbags, clothing and accessories that convert to wearable art. With a fascinating intrinsic ability to perceive and create, Designer, Naida Begeta sews each piece as the design comes to her, rather than adhering to a premeditated concept. A graduate of the University of Sarajevo's Academy of Arts, Begeta's unique ability to take structural design and unconventional design theory and apply it to fashion has won her several awards and enabled her to translate her knowledge and dream into a line of evolving style. Each one of her Kao Pao Shu pieces is innate with a whimsical, urbane disposition that intimately reflects her intelligent yet mesmerizing spirit. Bound together with detailed webbing and ribbon, Kao Pao Shu's handbags are the foundation of the company reflecting Begeta's positive attitude and the brand's attention to detail with vivid colors, exquisite fabrics, and unique intricate construction. The stylish Susan Bag has a webbed base and comes with an embellished adjustable shoulder strap for the business woman, while the playful Big Bow Clutch made of lustrous black webbing and a multicolored bow with a handy wristlet is perfect for the fashionista's night out on the town. Kao Pao Shu's ribbon trademark doesn't stop at handbags, as the design is transmitted across the entire collection with an assortment of fierce ribbon dresses, ribbon jackets, and ribbon skirts composed of various shades and textures that lure the eye. Made with grosgrain ribbon details, the pieces range in a palette of hues from mystifying dark charcoals to vibrant and rich fuchsia, olive, emerald, gold and ruby red tones that complement the classic closet. Over-lock dresses and sweaters are another rarity of Kao Pao Shu as silk, lace, cotton and linen are sewn with a method of connecting two pieces of fabric with a series of thread loops around the edges. The textured fabric is innovatively engineered into flattering seamless garments that can effortlessly be transformed from loose fitting sweaters to elegant fitting evening dresses for the girl on the go. Kao Pao Shu's designs exemplify femininity but embed confidence through the juxtaposition of timeless silhouettes and structural accents. The brand's clothing, bags, and accessories come in elusive shapes and styles that are bold yet distinct in their composition and assume offbeat shapes and personality. Launched in 2006, Kao Pao Shu was born in Naida Begeta's hometown, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Named after the iconic 1960's Kung Fu director and actress, Kao Pao Shu, the avant-garde line was quick to gain recognition and notoriety that drove its relocation to its current setting in the US. The brand has sustained and nurtured its relationship with Japan in various boutiques and department stores in the country, and has since entered the doors of specialty stores in America. Kao Pao Shu's flagship store and showroom resides in Santa Monica, California, where Begeta continues to paint her brilliant visionary into designs and customize exclusive pieces for her clients; www.kaopaoshu.com.

Valentine's Day 2013 Jewelry Gift Ideas

Valentine's Day 2013 (yes, it's true- the season of pink & red everything, candy hearts, and Baby's Breath bouquets is knocking on the door already!) - a special day dedicated to romance and roses that is celebrated by some and dreaded by others. Whether you're on Team Cupid or prefer to live a Valentine's Day candy-gram-free kind of life, the love-inspired pieces by celebrated and trend-setting designer, Kris Nations, will have you enamored all year long.  

Love with Bead Necklace - $45.00


Heart Cluster Hoop Earrings - $78


Single Big Heart Necklace - $58


Heart Cluster Cord Bracelet - $25


Small Heart Cluster Necklace - $45

ABOUT KRIS NATIONS

Go-to jewelry designer Kris Nations continues to master the bridge between trend-right and timeless everyday pieces. Whether it's her signature "State" mini charms, sweet friendship bracelets, or classic hammered hoops - these are great staples to build great fashion stories on. All of Kris Nations pieces are eco-friendly and proudly made in the USA using re-purposed metal from the earth's existing supply.

Archie and Abel Arnett in Junk Food Kids February 2013

Archie and Abel Arnett were spotted in Junk Food this past weekend. The adorable siblings were on their way to a birthday party with their mom, Amy Poehler in their superhero inspired tees (price available upon request; www.junkfoodclothing.com)!

Brooke Burke-Charvet in DAR LIN January 2013

Dancing with the Stars co-host, Brooke Burke-Charvet cozied up in a DAR LIN scarf while shopping for some goodies at Whole Foods market in Los Angeles. The cancer survivor mom looked gorgeous in her Organic Cotton Gauze scarf in Pink (www.darlindarco.com).

Victoria Justice Looking Edgy for February Magazine

(images courtesy of ANNEX Magazine)

LOS ANGELES, CA: ANNEX Magazine's February model Victoria Justice wore Australian line Wish throughout her cover shoot with the edgy fashion & culture publication. The Nickelodeon starlet looked rad wearing the bright printed Wish Wonderland Pants, Chimera Jacket and Catarina Shorts. The designers behind Wish love to create edgy yet sophisticated clothing for the stylish young woman – just like starlet Victoria – who loves to put a glamorous touch on her everyday wardrobe. Always on the cutting edge of trends, the Wish team travels the world finding inspiration in every fashionable corner of the globe.

WHO: Nickelodeon actress and singer, Victoria Justice

WHAT: The starlet wore: Wish Wonderland Pants, Price: $138.00

www.wish.com.au

Wish Chimera Jacket, Price: $178.00

www.wish.com.au

Wish Catarina Shorts, Price: $110.00

www.wish.com.au

ABOUT WISH:

Wish is an Australian label filled with a whimsical and eclectic mix of boho-chic styles. Started out of a passion for beautiful clothes, the inspiration for the line comes from the natural beauty and magic of Australia. The designers behind Wish love to create edgy yet sophisticated clothing for the stylish young woman who loves to put a glamorous touch on her everyday wardrobe. The unique and exclusive silk prints at Wish, along with flattering cuts that hug and fit the body, combine to create pieces that appear to be tailored to the individual. Always on the cutting edge of trends, the Wish design team travels the world finding inspiration in every fashionable corner of the globe. From the fire bright colors of Asia to hipster boutiques hidden in historic London and the quirky vintage treasures found in New York's pre-loved stores, Wish is the perfect line for confident, fashion-forward young women around the world.

Mila Kunis in The Girls Apparel January 2013

Mila Kunis sported The Girls Apparel over the weekend while on a morning walk in Hollywood with beau, Ashton Kutcher. The actress was seen in The Girls Apparel Tummy Control Criss Cross Capri leggings in Black and Grey; ($32.99; www.thegirlsapparel.com). Other celeb fans of The Girls Apparel include Amy Adams, Kate Hudson, Cameron Diaz, Reese Witherspoon, Sofia Vergara, Katherine Heigl and Katie Holmes.

KERI HILSON IS DECKED OUT IN VAHAN JEWELRY

SANTA MONICA, CA: Singer and songwriter, Keri Hilson was spotted in almost $30,000 worth of Vahan Jewelry at the launch of Gillette's "Kiss & Tell" experiment. The award-winning artist paired four diamond statement rings with her black and white button up and patterned blazer combo. Keri is known for her edgier fashion choices and this perfectly accessorized ensemble remains true to her unique sense of style.

WHO: Grammy nominated singer, Keri Hilson

WHAT: The ultra fashionable songstress dons:

Vahan Jewelry: Gold and sterling silver ring with large black onyx stone, $4,725 (www.vahanjewelry.com)

Vahan Jewelry: Gold and sterling silver with diamonds "Love Knot" ring, $13,550 (www.vahanjewelry.com)

Vahan Jewelry: Gold, sterling silver, and diamond ring, $5,225 

Vahan Jewelry: Gold, sterling silver, and diamond ring, $4,100

WHERE: The Gillette "Kiss & Tell" Experiment at the Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica, CA

WHEN: January 16, 2013

ABOUT VAHAN JEWELRY:

Vahan Jewelry is an ultra luxurious diamond line that has been worn by fashion icons such as, Jennifer Lopez, Sofia Vergara, Rachel McAdams, Jessica Simpson, and Rihanna. With styles ranging from diamond-encrusted layering bangles and chunky awe-inspiring rings to decadent drop earrings, it's no mystery why this enviable collection has such an extensive celebrity clientele. Originally launched in the 1930s, Vahan Jewelry has become well-known for their over-the-top diamond pieces designed by three generations of the Der Calousdian family, with it's most recent designer Sacha Der Calousdian. By carefully blending art, beauty, and taste into timeless collections, Vahan Jewelry has masterfully created glamourous jewelry collections for women who deserve to be draped in diamonds like Hollywood's favorite film stars.

Bridal Shoes Infographic for 2013 from Simply Bridal

As just as important as the wedding gown and veil, SHOES! These days there are so many different options for brides. Wedding on the beach?  Why not go barefoot. Another hot new trend has been cowboy boots, and ballet flats. If you’re a shorty, stay true to a heel. The Stiletto is the most popular style, and to dance the night away go with the wedge. In the end, it’s up to the bride!

Learn more about Bridal Shoes and much more from our friends at the Simply Bridal website.

WHO’S NEXT PARIS x CFDA

WHO’S NEXT is delighted to announce a partnership with the Council of Fashion Designers of America presided over by CFDA Président, Diane von Furstenberg. In order to promote the development of American labels internationally, WHO’S NEXT is welcoming two talented members of the CFDA that are interested in expanding their European presence. Presented in the FAME area January 19th through 22nd, this first exhibition in Paris will enable them to meet with the most influential international buyers and develop their retail network. Boris Provost, head of communications and international development at WHO’S NEXT PARIS and Steven Kolb, CFDA's CEO, announced this partnership and the two participants to the american press last December in New York.

Emily Blunt in Vineyard Vines January 2012

Emily Blunt was spotted wearing vineyard vines earlier today at JFK airport in NYC. Accompanied by her husband, John Krasinski, the actress looked refreshed from her holiday in her Riptide Cable Sweater (price available upon request; www.vineyardvines.com).

Ksenia Schnaider S/S 2013 Fashion Collection

View more of the Ksenia Schnaider S/S 2013 Fashion Collection at the Fashion Blogger website.

Shoe in the New Year TaylorSays

Ring in the New Year! A little red, white and blue, or maybe a pair of black and white, or how about some sparkle to light up the night! Kick up your feet as TaylorSays (www.taylorsays.com) is sure to make a statement any time of year with eye-catching art imprinted on the soles of her one-of-a-kind heels.

About Taylor Reeve

Designer and artist, Taylor Reeve is showcasing her signature art and designs that are imprinted on the soles of the exclusively crafted heels. Originally for southern California, Taylor has etched her vibrant style and twist with the creation of her new collection Taylorsays. Drawing on just about everything in her path, her inspiration comes from a wide array of influences like street and pop art to graffiti, tattoo and kustom culture, Taylor has developed a unique style that solely marks her work as an individual artist

Currently, Taylor works with several companies within the action sports community, such as Quiksilver, Dragon, Bell Helmets and SkullCandy to name a few. She has been able to design and create one-of-a-kind artist series with each of these companies. Her signature Taylor Reeve men’s outerwear debuted last winter with Quiksilver. Taylor has also worked with custom bike builder Jesse Rooke for 6 years, adding her signature flair to some of his famous choppers.

Visit TaylorSay.com or Heels.com for more styles.