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Your smile is important, and one of the first things anyone looks at when they meet you. First impressions count, and a beautiful smile can make all the difference. This weekend, a select group of dentists are being taught amazing new NO PAIN NO NEEDLE technologies to help their patients achieve the smiles that they have always dreamed of. Dr Michael Schneider, one of the leading cosmetic dentists in the world, who is sought out by supermodels, movie and TV stars, Rock and Pop stars and world fa
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New Contest!

Hey PeepsIt's been a week or so since my last blog post, been pretty busy. For those that have been following the Brand on twitter and facebook heard me talk the current endorsement I have been working on with one of the top groups from ABDC (America's Best Dance Crew) and if you haven't, now you know. I'm pretty excited, it's a big deal for the brand and all the fans that support SKILLA.So to kickoff this adventure, there will be a contest on who can be the first two to guess which dance crew f
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IN THE KNOW

Ok So have my Online Boutique: and it's main focus is for everyone to get really good deals and be " In The Know"Well I just received this information:Nordstrom is changing the logo on their makeup, so they're selling a ton of the makeup for ONE dollar online. The make-up line E.L.F. (eyes-lips-face) has been bought out by Nordstrom and will be re-packaged with the Nordstrom name on it. They are getting rid of the entire make up in the ELF packaging. They are selling everything for $1 (some is $
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ATTENTION FASHIONISTAS AND FASHIONGENTS

NK Productions is looking for upcoming designers with a full line of at least 10 garments that is ready to take the stage. Your designs should be of high quality and your creativity should be out of the norm. We are interested in high fashion designers whether you are new to the industry or not. NK Productions is looking to help launch your designs, our first major production will be scheduled for January to help launch your spring/summer line. If you are interested to know more you may contact
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Curvysea® delivers an inspiring new take on traditional plus size bathing suits for full figured women. Our designs are trendy and unique, they will bring self confidence to real women at the beach. The simply elegant swimwear for plus size range has been designed with quality care and flattering a full figured body. This range will appeal to ladies who want to have a stylish look but yet voluptuous. We also extended our range to include selected swimwear from Wahine; Rocket Paradise and sexy pl
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Laziness of an online store

So as some of you know I have an online store: www.shopknowboutique.comWhy does it feel like a mission to post new product up with description I have been lagging for two weeks? Is it easier are more motivating to have an online store or brick and board store? Know Boutique is having a really lazy day or week or maybe it was memorial weekend and I'm still feeling like I'm on vacation.Signing out!Jen
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Laziness of an online store

So as some of you know I have an online store: www.shopknowboutique.comWhy does it feel like a mission to post new product up with description I have been lagging for two weeks? Is it easier are more motivating to have an online store or brick and board store? Know Boutique is having a really lazy day or week or maybe it was memorial weekend and I'm still feeling like I'm on vacation.Signing out!Jen
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The Princess Phenomenon

Disney Princesses have caused parents of little girls everywhere to stand up and take notice. The sheer volume of Princess products insures that even the most oblivious parent will have heard of them.

And, as with any big money-maker, the Princess movement has many enemies. Bloggers cite racism, traditional gender roles, and unrealistic expectations as some of their reasons for hating Disney Princesses.

Interestingly, I recently heard a different spin on the Princess Phenomenon. In a thoughtful se
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Consumer buying in America

How much are people wiling to spend on fashion? About 6 years ago an average college student was willing to spend 80 dollars on a shirt from A&F clothing or similar lines as them. Dam they must have been making a pretty good margin, but now that $80 shirt a college student use to buy they want 5 for $80. I wonder what shopping in America will be like once our economy bounces back. Do you think the consumer is going to become more picky on pricing or do you think we are going to go back to normal
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What Happened to Wide Leg Jeans?

The big news in jeans last year was the wide leg jean. (See justjared.com, thefashionablehousewife.com, and stylelist.com.)

What happened??

It seems to have virtually disappeared. The Gap is now highlighting three options for jeans: Long & Lean, Curvy, and Low Rise Boot Cut.

Their Long and Lean jean is flared. Curvy and Low Rise Boot Cut are boot cut. They have backed off completely from the wide leg jean.

It stands to reason, since boot cut and flared jeans are so figure-flattering, slimming the th
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Wholesale for a "Continuous" Line

When Pixyworld hired our first sales rep at Lace and Denim, Terrie asked me whether our line was "seasonal" or "continuous." It was a surprise (and a comfort) to me that a showroom would have a name for what we do. Rather than making $20,000 worth of samples a season ahead, then taking orders, and then manufacturing the product, we just make each collection once. We sell what we have, both retail and wholesale, and when it's gone, it's gone. Meanwhile, we are always working on new collections, t
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MFG.com: The Fashion World Is Not Ready

It sounds like such a great idea, doesn't it? Sourcing made simple via the internet. A site that connects designers and manufacturers using spec sheets and a formal bidding process. No more phone calls, faxes, or sending samples just to get a bid.

But in practice, I just don't think we're ready for mfg.com. When I submitted spec sheets for Pixyworld's dresses & shorts last summer, the response I got was somewhat puzzling.

Of all the hundreds of suppliers (domestic and overseas) they had listed, th
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HEY EVERYONE!We just listed TONS of KILLER vintage dresses in the EBay shop!!! To show our appreciation, we're offering FREE US SHIPPING on several items, and have (once again) lowered our international shipping rates : ).As always, all orders (yes, international ones too) $200.00 and over ship FREE. And our auctions always start @ $9.99 or less, with no reserves.All the best ON TREND vintage looks from the 50s-90s! Pinup, mod, boho/hippie, disco, electro, indie, goth, grunge, nu rave, and more.
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Full Belted Skirts are Only for the Few

NMT1W42_mt.jpgHave you noticed the growing popularity of the belted full skirt?

I was on a discussion board (Body Type and Body Image) recently, where someone was asking whether this type of skirt would work for her body type. My question is, who does it work for??

NMT1SVA_mt.jpgOK, it looks great on these models. But it seems to me it is not for most women. It is so waist-conscious, and the fuller styles require slender hips as well!

NMT1TBB_mt.jpgOne thing is for sure: It is not a style for my children's clothing line. Toddler girls' w
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An Awesome marketing tool

Ok so of course my online store: www.shopknowboutique.com is under way, well I've been researching better outlets of marketing. check this site out: www.wix.com I was able to create a flash store front for free because I couldn't change my domain name to my store knowboutique.com and it was going to cost me a lot of money. Reason oftrying to change the name is everyone can't remember: www.shopknowboutique.com. Well anyways it's just a super cool site that helps market. I hope my blog makes sense
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Page Rank: The Chicken or the Egg??

So, if I understand it right, you get page rank by having other highly ranked sites link to your site. OK. So your options are: solicit link exchanges with highly ranked sites, or create your own highly ranked site (like, hmmm... a blog!!!) which links to your site.

The problem is, highly ranked sites don't want to swap with lowly 1's and 2's. So we have to settle for linkbacks from other 1's and 2's. Hopefully, some of them will someday succeed in becoming 3's and 4's, and their links will becom
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"I Want to Do it Myself!!"

Have you ever heard this from your toddler or preschool-aged girl? Especially in the area of apparel, it seems they have an independent streak.

This has several interesting results. Firstly, in dressing themselves they reach new and interesting heights of clash. Secondly, it seems that more than 50% of their clothing is on backwards at any given time. Finally, they gravitate towards wearing certain items as often as possible, while leaving others (the ones we like best) lying forlornly in the dra
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Shopseen.com - fashion meets social media

Bay Area resident? Style-savvy? Check out shopseen.com, and share what you're finding in your local bay area stores. Post pictures of products and events; if other users like what you're finding you can win gift certificates to the hippest local boutiques. Comment on what other users are finding and see where the great sales & fashion-related events are lurking in your neighborhood!
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