Win Money and Support a Good Cause
Obey's Shepard Fairey has teamed up with Karmaloop and The Staying Alive Foundation by presenting a contest promoting HIV and AIDS awareness. To enter, contestants must submit a t-shirt graphic that depicts what it means to break the stigma associated with HIV and AIDS. The grand prize winner will receive $5,000 and a free Staying Alive Foundation Tee signed by Shepard Fairey (tee pictured above). The winning tee will be produced and sold exclusively at Karmaloop.com. Click here for more info.
Norma Kamali Debuts Walmart, Ebay, and High Fashion Runway in one Show
In a genius business move, Norma Kamali previewed her Couture, E-bay, and Walmart Collection in one show and it was held at NYC's Apple Store. Why was it held at the Apple Store you may ask? It's because while previewing her collections she also unveiled a new I-Phone App which will allow users to view all three Norma Kamali collections, press clips, YouTube videos and Kamali’s blog and also a new game on Roiworld with avatars who wears the 15-piece Norma Kamali line for Wal-Mart. As a proponenet for High and Low culture, I comment Ms. Kamali on reaching out to customers at every economic level during these hard financial times. During the show each model held a sign that read which collection she was wearing, Walmar, E-bay, or Couture. What a clever idea, go girl!
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Michelle Williams Totally Rocks Random Magazine Spread
As a member of the girl group Destiny's Child it's likely that Michelle Williams has often had to take a backseat when it comes to the spotlight. Not this time. Check out the pictures from a cool photo spread that she did for Random Magazine, who's catchphrase is "open your mind and be inspired." I certainly was inspired when I looked at Michelle Williams' shoot. I've always loved Michelle's voice in Destiny's Child and I jam her solo cd, Unexpected still to this day. It's cool to see Michelle in the spotlight and out of Bey's shadow- no offense to Beyonce! More pics below.
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Amber Rose is Moving on Up
First she gets her own photo spread in high fashion magazine Elle and now she is the face of Boadicea The Victorious perfume by Michael Bodi. I bet more than a few ladies are wishing they had Kanye as their manager right now... SMH The weird thing is, I tried googling Michael Bodi to provide you guys with a link.. and he doesn't seem to have an internet presence. ... which is too weird.
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Acrylick Holiday 2009 Lookbook
Streetwear brand Acrylick has released images from it's 2009 Holiday Lookbook available now at www.acrylick.net. The overall look is casual cool with plenty of bright colored hoodies, tee's, vests and jackets for men and women. Check out the pictures below and be sure to check out their website.
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Play Dough is Safe No Matter What You Make
At least that's the controversial slogan used in a new Play Dough advertising campaign in Singapore. Within the ad, controversial and dangerous images, especially with regards to children, such as razors, butcher knives, pill bottles,and a saw are created using Play Dough. I guess Play Dough is a lot safer than some basic items we keep around the house... At any rate, these ads are hilarious, what are your thoughts? Are they too controversial and in bad taste, or do they accurately give consumers a reason to buy play Dough?
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Tailgate in Style With the Freedom Grill
Tailgaters have another thing to cheer about this football season thanks to the Freedom Grill FG-900. This high-grade commercial-grade gas barbecue comes with six burners, 304 stainless steel construction, dual insulated storage compartments with drains, a flagpole holder, a bottle opener, standard trailer lights, and an enormous cooking surface, and it attaches to the back of any vehicle. Now this look slike something that can create some really fun times for football fans and anyone who just wants a BBQ on the go.
Mishka NYC X Colt 45
Popular streetwear boutique Jugrnaut located at 427 S. Dearborn in the loop has released a new book bag created by Mishka, one of the many brands they carry at the store. The bag is a classic blue color featuring a Colt 45 beer can patch next to a bloodshot eye patch, you make the connection. There's also a patch that says "works every time"the bag is basically stating, Colt 45 will get ya buzzed every time.
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