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Hello March !

Before I knew it had entered a new beginning of the month of March, full of hope and new spirit. This month all Hindus including myself will celebrate the Saka New Year or the so-called Nyepi Day. We are taught to reflect on what contribution we've done for others, the world and to our own environment. Happy March! Two...
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Scabal Spring/Summer 2011 Trends

Brighter Colors Are Back“Last summer, the British was back and it looks like they’re here to stay for a while” muses Olivier Vander Slock, Sales & Product Director at Scabal, on the styles we will see in 2011.“But although the British style is classic, traditional, rather formal, our collections radiate summer colours...
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Scabal: Not Just Fine Fabrics

Founded 1938 in Brussels by Otto Hertz, Scabal was originally a cloth merchant and supplier of fabrics. His successor is JP Thissen, Chairman Scabal Group, who is assisted by his son Gregor Thissen (CEO Scabal Group), the third generation.In 1938, Scabal had just 6 employees; today Scabal employs approximately 600 staff...
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Orlebar Brown Spring/Summer 2011 Sneak Preview

Orlebar Brown has just released a new video clip, which promotes the spring/summer collection.The label has also launched a new home pattern called “Geometrics” and coming in is available in Bulldog, the classic beach short in black and white, and Dane, the longer board short in red.Check out more shorts here.Photos Copyright...
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Bring on the Noise Spring/Summer 2011

Inheriting the 70`s punk spirit, the Art Punk Movement “No Wave” started in the New York underground scene.The collection “Bring on the Noise” carries the chaotic scene that No Wave has created.We would like you check out the design work of the cutting and the pleats, to the waterproof material, transactional geranium,...
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Grace Park in a Red bikini - Hawaii Five

Korean-American actress Grace Park (born March 14, 1974) candids in Hawaii beach. She seriously learning how to use a surf board. Grace originally gained recognition as Sharon Valerii (and the various other iterations of Number Eight, a humanoid Cylon) on Battlestar Galactica, as well as Shannon Ng in the Canadian television...
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Danielle Lloyd - Bikini candids poolside in Tenerife

English glamour model Danielle Lloyd (born 16 December 1983) candids in poolside wears a black bandeau bikini in Tenerife. The former Miss England 2004 and Miss Great Britain 2006, she first rose to prominence when she was stripped of her Miss Great Britain 2006.click image for full s...
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Straps for Jockeys: Bone Wear Jockstraps

Otherwise known as supporters, athletic supports, jocks, and straps, jockstraps were invented by a Chicago sports company in 1874 for bicycle jockeys who needed such support.While many athletes choose jockstraps for support and free movement, jockstraps have become increasingly popular as regular underwear. South African...
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Fun in the sun

If you've been following my adventures on twitter, you would already know that, (much to my disappointment) there hasn't been much of a summer at all in Melbourne. The other day however, I managed to catch a glimpse of the sun I've so been missing. Jumped on my bike and headed straight to the beach.Melbourne Fashion Festival...
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Rick Owens' Anthem Men’s Collection Spring/Summer 2011

When Rick Owens designed his Anthem Men’s Collction for spring/summer 2011, he was thinking of austerity and severity.He envisions uniforms and functional work apparel that mix the shapes of a slave’s skirt from an Egyptian tomb, combined with a vionnet draped t-shirt and a leather jacket made from an old eileen grey chair.Rick...
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United Nude Launches Men’s Capsule Collection for Spring/Summer 2011

United Nude, a brand co-founded by architect Rem D. Koolhaas and shoemaker Galahad Clark in 2003, has been well known for pushing the boundaries of shoe design for years. The brand began with the launch of the Mobius shoe and has since developed into a well known architectural footwear brand for women sold in over 40 territories...
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JUMA 2011 Autumn/Winter Unisex Collection: Sneak Preview

Brother and sister duo, Alia and Jamil Juma, have traveled to India, Tibet, Thailand, and Shenzhen (China) where they researched wildlife and local tapestry techniques.Along with these influences, the designer duo incorporates gradients of color—midnight blue, burnt coral, olive, tangerine, nude, and black—to render the...
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Dear Zebra

What is Dear Zebra ? Dear Zebra is a concept store located in Denpasar, Bali. You could say this is one place that sells goods from a local brand. One of Porcelain MMX products. Shoes made of denim material is very unique, simple shape and looks comfortable when wo...
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Theatre de la Mode: Olympian

On the 15th July 2010 Theatre de la Mode will premier a film by Camilla Robinson a vision of Olympian Gods and the capricious behavior of humans. Characters are draped in the Spring/Summer 2011 collection from Theatre de la Mode and as the Gods and Goddesses peer dreamily down upon us, the Olympian collection is brought...
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Snake and Dagger: Experts in Denim

Edgy London-based denim brand Snake and Dagger look to cement their place as innovators in the world of denim.For autumn/winter 2011 they have pushed the boundaries in applying new wash and finishing techniques to the traditional material of Japanese Selvedge Denim.One such piece is the beautiful garment dyed grey denim,...
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Sixteen

Wohooooo finally America's Next Top Model new cycle is premiere last wednesday. It's all about new in this cycle. New faces, new photoshoot, and many more other new things. I like the way Tyra Banks as host, she always gives advice to the contestants without patronizing impressed.Whatttt ??? in the 1st episode we can see...
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Christopher Shannon & Lavenham at London Fashion Week, Fall 2011

To those who were unable to get down to London Fashion Week for the Fall 2011 shows here is a Christopher Shannon preview.Christopher Shannon's collection is full of sporty influenced garments infused with the Lavenham quilt.As originators of the quilted jacket, Lavenham show once again that they are as fashion forward...
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Cassette Playa & Lavenham at London Fashion Week, Fall 2011

Here is a snapshot of the 2011 autumn/winter collection that Cassette Playa presented at London Fashion Week, Fall 2011.Designer Carrie Mundane added her signature elements of hand-painted, leather biker jackets, digital print placement shirts, and tracksuits.Quilted bombers and silk jackets by Lavenham graced the collection.Carrie...
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Oliver Spencer Autumn/Winter 2011

Oliver Spencer presents his debut runway event.The London-based designer has created an AW11 collection that cuts straight to the heart of the stylish modern man.Channeling his personal clothing obsessions, Oliver Spencer mixes beautiful English suiting with iconic American sportswear, filtered through a life-long love...
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Good Night

This evening after my work, I came to the party launching a new retail store in Epicentrum Walk named MANEKINEKO. Wonderful place, full of local brands. I strongly support all local brands, especially now that a lot of local brands that sell items unique and creative. One that I see is Tik Tok brand that sells a variety...
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Hot-Chocolate Pudding

Serves: 4 Total Time: 25 minPrep Time: 15 minCook Time: 10 minIngredientsOrange Whipped Cream1/4 cup(s) heavy cream1 1/2 teaspoon(s) sugar1/8 teaspoon(s) grated orange zestPudding1/2 cup(s) sugar1 1/2 tablespoon(s) cornstarch3/4 cup(s) milk1/2 cup(s) heavy cream1 pinch(s) salt9 ounce(s) bittersweet chocolate, chopped2...
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