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Tuesday, January 11, 2011

LuckyChic.com Announces the Launch E-Commerce Gaming Site

Lucky Chic today announces the official launch of its website, LuckyChic.com. Pioneering the "e-commerce gaming" spectrum, LuckyChic.com will seek to become the ultimate online shopping destination as the first website to take the integration of e-commerce and online gaming to a full array of lifestyle verticals. LuckyChic.com has created a platform where consumers can shop, bid and win must-have brands and luxury experiences, which range from trips to coveted New York Fashion Week and insider red carpet parties with today's hottest celebrities, to trips to Sundance Film Festival and the Super Bowl, and exotic destinations like St. Bart’s. These one-of-a-kind experiences provide unparalleled breadth to LuckyChic.com’s offerings.

The launch also marks the public announcement of the Lucky Chic Management Team, which includes Joel Fan (Founder/CEO), Ian Gerard (President), and Donna Oliva (COO) - three lead executives with over 55 years of combined experience in building and running start-up companies.

“Lucky Chic was founded to provide everyone with access to exclusive lifestyle experiences and merchandise which otherwise would be accessible to only a select few. We offer once-in-a-lifetime travel and event opportunities that simply aren’t available elsewhere, and we are proud to be the first to harness the power of the Internet to change the course of people’s lives in a new, formerly unimaginable way,” stated Joel Fan, Founder/CEO.

Utilizing purchased "Lucky Chips," consumers have the ability to win exclusive once-in-a-lifetime celebrity and travel experiences and coveted retail merchandise in a variety of lifestyle verticals including fashion handbags & accessories, consumer electronics, beauty, home/design, baby, kitchen, and fine art. The minimum number of Lucky Chips that can be currently purchased is 10 (for $6 total) and consumers are given free Lucky Chips upon account activation. LuckyChic.com prides itself on its access to unique experiences and desirable products unavailable anywhere else on the Web, and users can win such at up to 98% off retail value.

“I saw Lucky Chic as an amazing opportunity to bring consumers the ability to experience all of their aspirational lifestyle choices, even during a difficult economy," said Ian Gerard, Lucky Chic’s President. “I am looking forward to utilizing my brand building experience from Gen Art - ranging from brand partnership relationships to the ability to tap great talent - to provide the greatest range of lifestyle sale options.” As the founder and former CEO of the event marketing powerhouse Gen Art, Gerard will remain as a Senior Advisor to Gen Art, when it re-launches this year.

Donna Oliva, Lucky Chic’s COO who brings 15+ years of experience in running and raising investment for start-ups, stated "I am very excited to join Lucky Chic because the company is a leader in the integration of online gaming with e-commerce, and because its proprietary technology platform will uniquely allow Lucky Chic to scale its offerings, operation and revenues to achieve exponential growth over the next few years."

To join in on the “e-Commerce gaming” fun and for more information visit LuckyChic.com.

About LuckyChic.com

LuckyChic.com is the premier online site where you can shop, bid and win must-have brands and luxury experiences. LuckyChic.com attracts the Web's growing consumer audience with the opportunity to win exclusive once-in-a-lifetime celebrity and travel experiences, and coveted retail merchandise in a variety of lifestyle verticals including fashion accessories, consumer electronics, beauty, home, and kitchen. Founded by tech entrepreneur Joel Fan, Lucky Chic was selected as one of 2010’s "Most Brilliant 100 Companies" by Entrepreneur Magazine.

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Fun Idea: Unused Family Photos into Creative Collages

Do you have hundreds, if not thousands, of digital photos stranded in their hard drive and on social networking sites like Facebook. ShapeCollage.com allows parents to quickly make memorable personalized collages and transform unused digital photos into memorable gifts or keepsakes (these collages can easily be printed and framed). A heart shaped collage is also a great way to show your love for family members on special occasions like Valentine’s Day.

Here are a couple of examples: A Kid Collage (this can also be any custom shape, e.g. a heart shape) & a baby collage using your child's first initial -- both of which were made in minutes.

Parents can adjust collage sizes, photo sizes, spacing between photos, backgrounds, photo border colors and design the shape of their collages for free at www.shapecollage.com. A pro upgrade version available for $25.

Tips For Designing A Healthy And Eco-Friendly Nursery From The 'Peaceful Nursery' iPhone App

When you’re expecting a new baby, designing and creating the perfect nursery is on the top of your to-do list. There are lots of decisions to make and the biggest factor to keep in mind is safety. Eco-conscious parents can start protecting their new bundle of joy before he or she is born by selecting products that are healthy and green. With the brand-new, innovative Peaceful Nursery iPhone app, everything you need to know about designing and creating a healthy and eco-friendly nursery is right at your fingertips.

To guide expecting moms and dads in the right direction, the co-authors of The Peaceful Nursery - Healthy Home and Lifestyle experts Laura Forbes Carlin and Alison Forbes (http://www.inspiredeverydayliving.com) - offer the following seven suggestions for making your nursery healthy and eco-friendly:

· Clean With All Natural Cleaning Products: A study by the Environmental Protection Agency found that pollution inside a home could be two to five times higher than outside the home, even in large, industrialized cities. Household cleaning products are one of the causes of indoor air pollution. Many household cleaning products contain chemicals such as ammonia and phenol, which can irritate your skin and lungs, and can cause headaches. All-natural cleaning products are widely available in stores these days, but you can also make your own using ingredients such as white vinegar and baking powder.

· Buy Organic or Untreated Fabrics: Organic cotton is grown without the use of chemical pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, soil fumigants, and fertilizers. Fabrics made from organic cotton are not treated with chemicals during the manufacturing process, either. Look for clothes and sheets made from natural materials like linen, wool, hemp, bamboo, silk, and organic cotton. If organic products are too pricey, look for untreated fabrics, since twentieth century inventions like “permanent press,” “wrinkle free,” “stain resistant,” and “flame resistant” all rely on fabrics that have been heavily treated with chemicals. Organic and untreated are better choices for the planet and, of course, your baby.

· Decorate With Eco-Friendly Materials: Paints can give off toxic fumes known as volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These chemicals can remain in the air even after the paint is dry. Non-VOC paints are a healthier, more eco-friendly alternative. No matter what, paint your nursery at least a month in advance of your baby's arrival and keep the windows open, so that the majority of any VOCs and other solvents will have time to dissipate. You can also use natural paints, such as milk paint or natural lime paint. Look for furniture made with organic or untreated fabrics and PBDE-free foam. You may also choose to buy furniture made from FSC certified wood, which guarantees the wood is from a responsibly harvested forest.

· Buy Second-Hand Furniture or Borrow From A Friend: Check in with friends who may be ready to unload some of their baby furniture, since a lot of it is only useful for a short period of time. Used furniture more than five years old has most likely off-gassed the majority of toxins in finishes, paint or construction, which makes buying or borrowing used furniture an excellent way to be health conscious, stay within a budget, and practice recycling. However, be aware that hand-me-down cribs may not meet current safety standards and older furniture made before 1978 might contain lead paint. Check to make sure your hand-me-down crib is up to current standards with the Juvenile Products Manufacturer Association at http://www.jpma.org/.

· Keep It Simple and Don't Get Caught Up in the Hype: When shopping for your baby, keep in mind you may not need everything that's recommended. For example, if you have a dresser that's an appropriate height for changing the baby, you can just buy a changing station "top" for the dresser. Or you can change your baby on the floor or on your bed… it's up to you. Perhaps you will decide to simply use bio-bags to dispose of diapers rather than buy a fancy diaper pail. It's easy to over-buy in anticipation of your baby, especially if you never been a parent before and aren't sure what you'll want or need. We suggest visiting a friend who parents in a way you relate to, and asking her advice.

· Keep A Shoeless Home: Shoes track in dirt and pesticides from outside onto our floors where babies spend a great deal of time. Remove your shoes before entering your home and avoid using pesticides and insecticides in your yard.

The Peaceful Nursery features a quick and easy shopping checklist of all the right items to buy for the nursery, along with tips about what to avoid, and an explanation of what chemicals are often found in each product. A paint guide, tips on everything from helping baby sleep to uses of color, and a section on how to arrange your nursery are also included, along with video insights from the app’s co-authors. You can find additional information at http://www.inspiredeverydayliving.com/inspired-living-apps/

The Peaceful Nursery ($1.99) has versions compatible with iPhone 3 and iPhone 4, as well as iPod Touch. The app for iPhone is available from Apple’s App Store on iPhone and iPod touch or at www.itunes.com/appstore.

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Leighton Meester's Jay Leno Look

Donning a look Blair Waldorf would be pleased with, Leighton Meester made an appearance on The Late Show With Jay Leno back on January 5.

The form-fitting dress comes from Versace and was teamed with Christian Louboutin's low-cut "Fastissima" Ankle Boots.

For a similar dress look - minus the dotted pocket - check out Dorothy Perkins' £20.00 Closet Black and White Check Dress; or White House Black Market's $158.00 style.

Pics from Celebrity-Gossip.net

Camilla Belle's Armani Booties

A few candids of Camilla Belle seen out in Hollywood on January 3.

Camilla was all wrapped up in a chic button-up coat but it's her shoes that are the real eye-catchers: Emporio Armani's golden zippered shoe boots - $325.00 on-line at yoox.com.

Pics from Celebrity-Gossip.net

Steal The Style - Jessica Simpson's Leopard Print Bowler

Jessica Simpson has been in New York the last few days and, papped out and about, her sunglasses have changed but she's toted her trusty Prada Cavallino leopard print bag since arriving at JFK Airport.

Get a similar look with the $31.50 PG Beauty Bag or $28.80 Leopard Print Zip Tote from yesstyle.com; or ASOS's Leopard Print D-Ring Holdall.

Putting the bag away for one outting, Jessica replaced it with her sequined Miu Miu handbag. Sunglasses here and in the second pic above are Chloe.

Pics from Celebrity-Gossip.net, Just Jared, Zimbio, and Sweet Kisses

Sunday, January 9, 2011

Supermodel Klara Wester

Klara Wester is Swedish model. Klara Wester has been the face of several magazines, Recently she was seen on US: Zink-March 2010. She had worked in Agencies like Mikas - Sweden, Chic Management, Women Management - Milan, Next Model Management - New York, Next Model Management - Los Angeles and Mega Model Agency - Berlin.

FAMOUS ART QUOTES, MUSIC QUOTES, PAINTING QUOTES, FILM MAKING QUOTES, PHOTOGRAPHY QUOTES:

Art is the only way to run away without leaving home.
~ Twyla Tharp

Photography records the gamut of feelings written on the human face, the beauty of the earth and skies that man has inherited, and the wealth and confusion man has created. It is a major force in explaining man to man.
~ Edward Steichen

The photograph itself doesn't interest me. I want only to capture a minute part of reality.
~ Henri Cartier Bresson

Never really went in for that kind of filmmaking about love. I think love...
~ Joe Pesci