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The Largest Creative Industry Mixer Opens Today with Over 800 Guests - All Proceeds Benefit ALS

Sat, 18 May 2013 10:51:13 PST

Rain or shine, in addition to the main studio we have 10 hospitality tents by Apex Event Production and plenty of free off street parking!

Saturday's photo set theme is a larger than life sized cartoon world where guests can act out several scenes from 100 hand drawn props! Customize speech and thought bubbles with dry erase markers!

Enjoy Creative Catering by Mario
GateWay Film Center will be giving away free guest movie passes!

The Columbus Creative Industry Mixer is Central Ohio's largest creative networking event, bringing together the who's-who of the creative arena on one highly anticipated night. Roharik Productions, commercial photography and video production studio, is hosting the 5th annual Mixer on Saturday, May 18th at 9PM. As a networking opportunity, with over 800 guests anticipated, attendees will be brushing shoulders with the industry's top art directors, designers, stylists, models, photographers, talent agents, and print, film, music and television producers. Entertainment, cocktails, and confectionaries by Skyy Vodka, Four String Brewery, Juliet Sky Red Wine, and Auts Tipse Treats, are complimentary, and the staged photo set fuels excitement and interaction within the crowd.
Dress to impress as Hola Columbus TV will be filming throughout the night for a segment that will air on the CW Columbus.

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This year we are pleased to announce that 100% of a suggested entrance fee of $5 will be going to The ALS Association Central & Southern Ohio Chapter.

About This Year's Top Sponsor
Gateway Film Center is central Ohio's first dedicated film center and features a diverse mix of independent and commercial film in an intimate and stimulating environment. The interesting film mix, Martini Shot Bistro, state of the art digital projection systems, guest friendly staff and sophisticated atmosphere make the Gateway Film Center the definitive cinema of choice for area film lovers.

Roharik Productions Presents Columbus Creative Industry Mixer Today

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:30:00 PST

The Columbus Creative Industry Mixer is Central Ohio's largest creative networking event, bringing together the who's-who of the creative arena on one highly anticipated night. Roharik Productions, commercial photography and video production studio, is hosting the 5th annual Mixer today, May 18th at 9PM.

As a networking opportunity, with over 800 guests anticipated, attendees will be brushing shoulders with the industry's top art directors, designers, stylists, models, photographers, talent agents, and print, film, music and television producers. Entertainment, cocktails, and confectionaries by Skyy Vodka, Four String Brewery, Juliet Sky Red Wine, and Auts Tipse Treats, are complimentary, and the staged photo set fuels excitement and interaction within the crowd.

Dress to impress as Hola Columbus TV will be filming throughout the night for a segment that will air on the CW Columbus.

GateWay Film Center will be giving away free guest movie passes to the attendees of the event!

Like CCIM for weekly event updates and photos & videos from past events.

This year we are pleased to announce that 100% of a suggested entrance fee of $5 will be going to The ALS Association Central & Southern Ohio Chapter.

Gateway Film Center is central Ohio's first dedicated film center and features a diverse mix of independent and commercial film in an intimate and stimulating environment. The interesting film mix, Martini Shot Bistro, state of the art digital projection systems, guest friendly staff and sophisticated atmosphere make the Gateway Film Center the definitive cinema of choice for area film lovers.

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Camila Alves-McConaughey Co-Hosts INC Fashion Show at Macy's in Las Vegas Today

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:30:00 PST

Macy's INC Brand Ambassador Camila Alves and Ramshackle Glam Editor Jordan Reid will host an afternoon of fashion and fun at Macy's Fashion Store at Fashion Show Mall, 3200 South Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV, today, May 18.

Beginning at 2:00 PM: Fashion Show Mall's Great Hall Stage, Second Level Fashion Show. At 2:30 PM: Macy's Fashion Show, INC Shopping Party, Camila Alves Public Meet-and-Greet.

Brazilian supermodel and Macy's INC Brand Ambassador Camila Alves, together with Ramshackle Glam Editor Jordan Reid, host an afternoon of fashion and fun at Macy's Fashion Show in Las Vegas.

The afternoon kicks off with a fashion show at the mall's Great Hall Stage featuring the latest Spring ready-to-wear, handbags, shoes and jewelry from Macy's INC. Directly following, guests are invited back to the mall's Macy's store for a shopping party, where they can enjoy refreshments, discounts on INC purchases, and a meet-and-greet with Camila Alves.

One lucky guest will win an on-the-spot Macy's INC shopping spree with Camila Alves, Ramshackle Glam's Jordan Reid, and an INC specialist ($500 value).

Fashion Photo of the Day 5/17/13 - Carey Mulligan

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:39:21 PST

Come rain or come shine, Carey Mulligan was not going to let a little bad weather ruin her night out at the Cannes Film Festival. Mullian was dressed to the nines in Christian Dior to celebrate the premiere of her new film The Great Gatsby. I am so thrilled to see how glamorous she looks because I was honestly a bit disappointed by her New York film premiere look. It didn't have enough oomph. But this dress definitely has oomph and more!

How stunning is that pale pink color with her peaches and cream complexion? This is so a princess moment for Mulligan and she knows it. And I kind of think the umbrella makes it all better. But my favorite part about her look is the bright red lip and with her simple makeup. It was all she needed to complete such a gorgeous dress. This dress could have come across too precious but Mulligan made it look fresh and chic. J'adore!

Carey Mulligan at the 'The Great Gatsby' film premiere, 66th Cannes Film Festival (Photo by Matt Baron / BEImages)

Daily Deal 5/17/13: Tibi

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:27:56 PST

Every morning I wake up to an inbox overloaded with special offers, deals, flash sales and hot items. So why not let me do the work for you? I have looked through them all to pick the deal you just can't miss! Whether it's an on trend item, a fantastic sale or a classic staple piece, rest assured I will give you the daily deal worth buying.

Tibi is one of those labels that I have remembered loving since I discovered shopping. Thier dresses have always been top of my list as a go to for clean lines, chic with a touch of feminity. Not nearly as girly as let's say Nanette Lepore but not a minimalistic as Theory. But when did Tibi get so expensive? Maybe they've always been this price point and I have turned a blind eye? Luckily, their amazing tops, bottoms, shoes and dresses are totally worth shelling out $400 and lucky for us, they have a Friends and Family discount right now.

Tibi is offering 25% off one full priced item and that goes a long way when, like me, you have your heart set on some of the amazing black and white pieces this collection. Now, this sale only lasts through today so don't miss out. Also, check out the sale section that has a great selection of already reduced items that they are offering an additional 10% off on. So you can get one full priced item on sale plus sale items without maxing out your credit card all while looking fabulous. Some of my favorite picks are below, both full priced and on sale.

Tom O'Riordan Retired from Joe's Jeans Board of Directors

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:27:39 PST

Joe's Jeans Inc. announced that Tom O'Riordan has retired from his position as a member of its Board of Directors. Mr. O'Riordan served as a member of the Board of Directors of the Company since 2006.

Samuel J. Furrow, Chairman of the Board of Directors stated, "On behalf of Joe's Jeans and the rest of the Board, we are grateful for the time, commitment and many contributions of Mr. O'Riordan. Mr. O'Riordan participated in advising and guiding the Board and the Company as it transitioned into Joe's Jeans. In particular, Mr. O'Riordan served as a valuable advisor with respect to our expansion into retail."

Tom O'Riordan stated, "I thank the Company and the Board for the opportunity to have helped guide the Company in the growth of its Joe's brand. I look forward to continuing to watch the Company as it moves into its next phase of development."

About Joe's Jeans Inc.

Joe's Jeans Inc. designs, produces and sells apparel and apparel-related products to the retail and premium markets under the Joe's brand and related trademarks. More information is available at the company website at www.joesjeans.com.

This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. The matters discussed in this document involve estimates, projections, goals, forecasts, assumptions, risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements. All statements in this news release that are not purely historical facts are forward-looking statements, including statements containing the words "intend," "believe," "estimate," "project," "expect" or similar expressions. Any forward-looking statements inherently involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements. Factors that would cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to: the risk that the Company will be unsuccessful in gauging fashion trends and changing customer preferences; the risk that changes in general economic conditions, consumer confidence, or consumer spending patterns will have a negative impact on the Company's financial performance or strategies; the highly competitive nature of the Company's business in the United States and internationally and its dependence on consumer spending patterns, which are influenced by numerous other factors; the Company's ability to respond to the business environment and fashion trends; continued acceptance of the Joe's brand in the marketplace; successful implementation of any growth or strategic plans; effective inventory management; the ability to generate positive cash flow from operations; competitive factors; and other risks. The Company discusses certain of these factors more fully in its additional filings with the SEC, including its last annual report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC, and this release should be read in conjunction with that annual report on Form 10-K, together with all of the Company's other filings, including current reports on Form 8-K, made with the SEC through the date of this release. The Company urges you to consider all of these risks, uncertainties and other factors carefully in evaluating the forward-looking statements contained in this release.

Any forward-looking statement is based on information current as of the date of this document and speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which such statement is made. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements.

Simon Doonan Creates One of a Kind Tony Award Themed Window with Nexxus

Thu, 16 May 2013 20:20:48 PST

Renowned designer and creative ambassador of Barneys New York, Simon Doonan, brings show-stopping hair to life for official beauty partner of Tony Awards.

Simon Doonan and Nexxus Salon Hair Care are unveiling the first-ever premium window installation at a drugstore. Nexxus, the official beauty partner of the Tony Awards, partnered with Simon Doonan to create a one-of-a-kind Tony Awards-themed window design tribute to the awards that Honor Broadway at Duane Reade.

Simon Doonan, who is best known for his artistic window designs, is doing something that's never been done before - bringing the art of premium window dressing, which has long been on display at luxury retail stores, to a drug store.Doonan used show-stopping hair and Broadway show-stoppers to inspire his latest creation.

Leading up to Broadway's biggest night, this window installation will be on display, through June 16th, at the Duane Reade location (51 West 51st Street) across from Radio City Music Hall, which is the venue for the 67th Annual Tony Awards. The 2013 Tony Awards will be broadcast live on June 9th from 8:00-11:00 p.m. ET/PT on CBS.

Taylor Swift Partners with Diet Coke & Target to Find Fashion's Next Star

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:47:05 PST

Extraordinary style isn't limited to high-fashion runways or design studios. Look around any office, college campus or city block and you'll see people with a passion for fashion and an eye for design getting creative and having fun with their individual style.

To celebrate the spirit of independent stylists and fashionistas everywhere, Diet Coke is launching the second season of its annual Diet Coke Young Designer Challenge - an opportunity of a lifetime for a style maven to become the next great fashion designer. Diet Coke is the number one calorie-free brand and number two beverage in the country behind Coca-Cola. The brand is inviting creative individuals to submit a Diet Coke-branded T-shirt design inspired by the extraordinary style of its new partner Taylor Swift for the chance to have their original creation featured in all U.S. Target stores this fall. Fans can submit their design through May 31 at DietCoke.com/DesignerChallenge.

While submissions were only accepted from students at select design schools last year, the fashionable twist in 2013 is that anyone in the U.S. with a creative and inspired idea can submit a Diet Coke T-shirt design.

Adding to the excitement, acclaimed fashion designer Rebecca Minkoff, along with the top creative minds at Diet Coke and Target, will select the winning Diet Coke T-shirt design. The judges will select the top design from a pool of 10 finalists, which will be determined from an online public vote in June.

"The Diet Coke brand is the epitome of style, and I'm delighted to be involved in this unique design challenge as a judge," said Minkoff. "As someone who took a chance and moved to New York to chase a dream, I can't wait to join Diet Coke and Taylor Swift to support a young, talented individual in pursuing their own dreams."

In addition to having his or her design available in the soft drink aisle in all U.S. Target stores beginning September 1, the grand-prize winner also will receive a $10,000 cash prize to pursue creative endeavors, plus a fly-away trip to meet Swift at one of her final U.S. RED Tour stops in Nashville, Tenn., this September.

"Season two of the Diet Coke Young Designer Challenge gives all of our fans the extraordinary opportunity to make their dreams of becoming the next big designer a reality," said Erik Jenkins, Diet Coke Brand Manager. "We're excited to see how fans infuse the aspirational and modern Diet Coke brand and Taylor's chic style into their design submissions."

Fans interested in submitting a T-shirt design can visit DietCoke.com/DesignerChallenge to view inspirational photos and contest rules, download hi-res assets and learn more about the Diet Coke Young Designer Challenge. Budding designers also will find creative inspiration from a video featuring Swift sharing her thoughts on personal style and how she approaches fashion. T-shirt designs must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. EST on Friday, May 31.

The top 20 designs will be posted online at DietCoke.com/DesignerChallenge beginning June 16. Through June 30, people who vote for their favorite Diet Coke T-shirt design will have the opportunity to win an all-expenses-paid trip for two to Nashville, Tenn., this September to meet Swift and attend one of the final concerts on her U.S. RED Tour.

The grand-prize winner of the contest will be announced later this summer. To encourage the talented finalists to continue pursuing their creative passions, two runners-up also selected by Minkoff and the judging panel each will receive $2,500. The remaining 17 finalists will receive $250 each. The winner of the 2012 Diet Coke Young Designer Challenge was Gustavo Alonso, an up-and-coming design student at Miami International University of Art and Design, who wowed the judging panel with his design featuring a mysterious woman in a chic, red trench coat.

The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) is the world's largest beverage company, refreshing consumers with more than 500 sparkling and still brands. Led by Coca-Cola, the world's most valuable brand, our Company's portfolio features 16 billion dollar brands including Diet Coke, Fanta, Sprite, Coca-Cola Zero, vitaminwater, Powerade, Minute Maid, Simply, Georgia and Del Valle. Globally, we are the No. 1 provider of sparkling beverages, ready-to-drink coffees, and juices and juice drinks. Through the world's largest beverage distribution system, consumers in more than 200 countries enjoy our beverages at a rate of more than 1.8 billion servings a day. With an enduring commitment to building sustainable communities, our Company is focused on initiatives that reduce our environmental footprint, support active, healthy living, create a safe, inclusive work environment for our associates, and enhance the economic development of the communities where we operate. Together with our bottling partners, we rank among the world's top 10 Private employers with more than 700,000 system employees. For more information, please visit www.thecoca-colacompany.com or follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/CocaColaCo.

Lauded by The New York Times as "one of the most important pop artists of the last decade," and by Rolling Stone as "one of the few genuine rock stars we've got these days," 23 year-old Taylor Swift is a seven-time GRAMMY winner, and is the youngest winner in history of the music industry's highest honor, the Grammy Award for Album of the Year. With the 2012 release of her album RED, she is the only female artist in music history (and just the fourth artist ever) to twice have an album hit the 1 million first-week sales figure. She holds the record for the biggest digital sales week ever for a song by a woman, and for the second-largest song sales week overall, as well as the worldwide iTunes record for highest ever first-week album sales. With RED, Taylor became the first artist since the Beatles (and the only female artist in history) to log six or more weeks at #1 with three consecutive studio albums.

Taylor has an album on Rolling Stone's prestigious The 50 Greatest Albums of All Time (by women) list, and Time magazine has named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world. She is Billboard's youngest-ever Woman of the Year, and her more than 100 industry award wins have included the American Music Awards' Artist of the Year, the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music's Entertainer of the Year and three European Music Awards.

Taylor, who writes all of her own songs, has career record sales in excess of 26 million albums and 75 million song downloads worldwide, and her two most recent albums are two of only 18 albums in the entire history of music to sell more than 1 million copies in a single week. She has had singles top both the country and pop radio charts around the globe, and has thus far scored 13 #1 singles across multiple radio formats. She is one of the top 5-selling digital music artists worldwide, and is the top-selling digital artist in country music history.

Minneapolis-based Target Corporation (NYSE: TGT) serves guests at 1,832 stores - 1,784 in the United States and 48 in Canada - and at Target.com. Since 1946, Target has given 5 percent of its profit through community grants and programs; today, that giving equals more than $4 million a week. For more information about Target's commitment to corporate responsibility, visit Target.com/corporateresponsibility.

Photo Credit: RD / Crisler / Retna Digital

Radcliffe Talks INISHMAAN & Poses In Costume For Vogue

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:52:33 PST

HARRY POTTER mega-star and Broadway stalwart Daniel Radcliffe discusses his new role in Martin McDonagh's THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN in the West End as well as shows off some period-apropos duds befitting of his character in the prickly comedic drama in the June issue of Vogue magazine, available now.

Racliffe remarks upon McDonagh and sizes up THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN and how it fits into the edgy and violent oeuvre of the Oscar-winning screenwriter, playwright and director in the interview portion of the new feature.

Radcliffe states, "Like all of Martin's work, the play - even though it deals with pretty dark themes - has an incredible sense of joy in the way that it's written."

So, how does Radcliffe intend to deal with performing eight shows a week as someone with a severe disability - that of a hunchback, no less, the "cripple" of the title?

With a lot of practice, apparently.

"I want it to be consistent, authentic, and, for me, safe, so that I can go on and have a productive life in the workforce," he relates.

THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN, directed by Michael Grandage, begins previews in the West End on June 8 and runs through August 31.

View the new photos of Daniel Radcliffe, in costume (created by Christopher Oram), featured in this month's Vogue below. The actor was photographed by Anton Corbijn.

Photo Credit: Walter McBride (top), Anton Corbijn (bottom)

Shoe Factory Collapses in Cambodia

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:10:54 PST

Today a building in Cambodia housing a shoe factory has collapsed, killing at least three people and injuring 11 others, reports WWD. The incident comes in the wake of recent tragedies in Bangladesh, most recently the April 24 fire and collapse of an apparel factory building that claimed the lives of 1,127 people.

The Japanese sporting goods company Asics had contracted the factory and is located on the outskirts of the Cambodian capital of Phnom Penh. an Asics spokeswoman has confirmed two deaths. Factory management in Cambodia declined to comment.

"We have confirmed that two people have died, and others will be grieving, so for now, we would like to offer our condolences," the Asics spokeswoman said, adding that it was possible the factory was also producing shoes for other brands.

"I'm standing in the factory right now and a portion of the ceiling has basically collapsed," said David Walsh, Cambodia director of the Solidarity Center, an AFL-CIO affiliate. "Two were killed on the scene and one died in hospital. It's a calamity. Where the garment industry goes, so do worker rights' abuses."

We will keep you posted as this story progresses.