UPrinting Giveaway! - NOW CLOSED

Today’s giveaway is from UPrinting, an online printing company that offers business card printing and business card design services, so if you're looking to make new business cards, this giveaway is perfect.

UPrinting is offering you a chance to win:

250  pcs Die Cut Business Card Printing

2 x 3.5" Rounded Corners, 2x2" Rounded Corners, 1.75x3.5" Rounded Corners, 2x3.5" Leaf, 2x3.5 Rounded one corner, 2x3.5" Half Circle Side, 2x3.5" Oval, 2.5" Circle

14pt Cardstock Gloss / Matte / High Gloss (UV), or 13pt Cardstock Uncoated,

6 Business Days Turnaround *Free shipping

To enter to win, simply follow me on Twitter  and leave a comment below with what you plan to use the business cards for.

You can enter this contest on Foodhogger as well as Photohogger for more chances to win!  

Contest ends on MONDAY OCTOBER 24th at 5pmEST.

This contest is limited to US residents ONLY.  You have to be 18 and and over.

For extra entries, leave separate comments for each of the following:

• Like Uprinting on Facebook


• Follow Uprinting on Twitter

Disclaimer:  This giveaway is sponsored by UPrinting, no monetary compensation was given and I will receive a set of business cards for hosting.

Lit Boutique: Blogger Shopping Party

It was a meet, mingle, shop and sip at LIT Boutique last night in the North End.

It was great meeting Shanna-Marie of Shanna's Eye View who put the event together and Rebecca, the manager of LIT as well as fellow Boston Bloggers, Michael of Trendy Dwarf, Kristen of Boston Fashionista , Michele of Michele's Musings and Anosha of Locks & Trinkets.

I tried on a pair of super cute Naughty Monkey heels, but the sixes were a tad snug on my 6.5 feet. (Although I fit into size 5 Hunter boots, wtf?).

Thanks for the wonderful cupcakes (still need to know where those babies were from) and the lovely Votiva candles.  Photos by photohogger.

ESMA STUDIOS Jewellery Giveaway! - NOW CLOSED

Today’s giveaway is from Esma Studios, a metalwork jewellery studio in Chambersburg, PA.

Designer Amy Martin creates everything in her home studio out of organic materials such as copper, leather and sterling silver.  Her designs are modern yet timeless and can be worn everyday and paired with anything.

Today Amy is offering you a chance to win this stunning copper Starr Cuff, a value of $40!

To enter to win, simply subscribe to Fashionhogger and follow me on Twitter.  Then leave a comment below with your Twitter handle (or if you don't have a Twitter account/handle) simply tell us how you'd wear the cuff.

Amy is also offering a 15% discount at her Etsy shop as well as on her website.  To score the discount use the code "fashionhogger".

The winner of the gorgeous Starr Cuff will be chosen at random on Monday October 17 5PM EST.

For extra entries: 

Like Esma Studios on Facebook, follow Esma Studios on Twitter, or like Photohogger on Facebook.

Be sure to leave a separate comment for each entry.  The contest is open worldwide, thanks Amy!

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BFW2011: Daniela Corte

Boston Fashion Week ended with a bang on Friday September 30, when Daniela Corte's collection came down the runway.  It was one of the most exciting events, the TENT was completely sold out and filled to the brim.

Here are my favourites!

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BFW2011: Daniela Corte

The big finale of Boston Fashion Week took place on Friday September 30, when Daniela Corte took place on centre stage.

What a close! It was one of the most exciting events, the TENT was completely sold out and filled to the brim.

Here's just a teaser of the show to come. Whose shoes?

We were trying to figure out what the lady on the left was wearing. Anyone know? The other two are the designers :) Smashing!

(All photographs are ©photohogger, please contact photohogger[at]gmail[dot]com for permission to use)

BFW2011: Carter Smith

On the final night of Boston Fashion Week, one of the most colourful shows took place in The Tent at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel.  The Carter Smith show.

Carter Smith's Shibori process (Japanese dyeing technique by way of manipulating the fabric then dyeing it) results in a one of a kind, rich fabric, which is then sewn in a way that flatters every figure.

Here are some of my favourites.

(All photographs are ©photohogger, please contact photohogger[at]gmail[dot]com for permission to use)

BFW2011: Second Time Around

Boston Fashion Week has been filled with amazing collections; with one of the most unique being the Second Time Around show.

On Friday September 30, STAConsignment took place in The Tent at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Boston.  STA is a premier consignment company featuring affordable, wearable yet high-end items in over 25 boutiques in the city.  The show, with it's funky style, bright pops of colour and trendy looks was a huge hit with the audience.  Here are my faves.

(All photographs are ©photohogger, please contact photohogger[at]gmail[dot]com for permission to use)

BFW2011: Jeff Lahens

It's been so much fun shooting in the press pit at Boston Fashion Week!

On Thursday September 29, Jeff Lahens' show took centre stage in The Tent at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Boston. The collection was his own as well as a collaboration with Uniform, Bobby from Boston and Drinkwaters. What an incredibly good time! Everyone was pumped; the tunes were upbeat and the models had PROPS! PROPS! Jeff Lahens is such a nice guy; we hung out with him for a bit in the lounge after the Carter Smith show on Friday night.

(All photographs are ©photohogger, please contact photohogger[at]gmail[dot]com for permission to use)

BFW2011: Avni Fashion

It’s been great shooting in Boston Fashion Week 2011!

Last night, Avni Trivedi's show took centre stage in her "Midsummer NIght's Dream" Spring/Summer 2012 collection.  Here, some of the highlights from the show!  Nice work Avni; and thanks for the tickets :)  It was great to meet Amir and his friend who was one of the models in the show.  Great job everyone!
I also ran into fellow Boston Bloggers "A Girl In Boston" and "Style N' Naina", so nice to have finally met you both in person.  And can I say how much I loved those Mallory Musante shoes, too?

(All photographs are ©photohogger, please contact photohogger[at]gmail[dot]com for permission to use)

Boston Fashion Week: The Paper Store

The Paper Store is one of the sponsors of Boston Fashion Week and it was great to meet Kris and Taylor in the lounge where beautiful items from The Paper Store were on display.

One such window held gorgeous, delicate charm bracelets by Chamilia.  The crystals and stones mixed with glass and gold are stunning, and would make an amazing gift for a loved one for Christmas.  *Hint Hint* Hahaha :)

Check them out on Facebook or visit The Paper Store.  (Photos: ©photohogger)

BOSTON FASHION WEEK: Designer Spotlight: Jeff Lahens

With Haitian/European roots and a love for vintage menswear and influenced by his Father, Jeff Lahens is the Head Designer and Creative Director at ECC Life & Style, a luxury menswear company. He is also the Fashion Curator at DressCodeBoston.com which launched in 2010, promoting classic, individual and modern men's fashions.

Jeff Lahens was also selected as one of the 25 most stylish Bostonians of 2008!



Here is a sampling of the music to be played at the Jeff Lahen's Show TONIGHT at 9pm at The Tent at Boston Fashion Week!  I LOVE IT!  I am so looking forward to capturing this collection!

(Image source.  Video source)

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Francesca's Collection

I'm loving everything in Francesca's Collection, right now. And they're having a great sale on (30% off all regularly prices shoes and handbags!)

I love these cushy, cute and colour-blocked handbags ($38 - 44).

  

 

The geo-metric, chunky, colourful jewellery is gorgeous.  ($38)



The breezy printed and mod dresses are super cute.  ($48-)

 

Luxemi

Refinery29 just annouced the launch of Luxemi.com, the online source for lovely indian clothing, which you can RENT from too.  If you've ever been to an Indian wedding or function, you know how expensive those outfits can be, not to mention the accessories (which btw, they rent out, too!) and often times you'll only wear a sari, that you bought for $$$, once!  Sign me up!

(Image Luxemi.com)

Seychelles

By now we know that Kate and Wills are honeymooning on the island of Seychelles (East of Africa), in the secluded private resort of Fregate Island Private.  Aaah-maaah-zing!

What a dream place...and at $4000 per night, it should be, right? (Images via Expedia)



But for a mere $1500 at The Maia Luxury Resort & Spa in Mahe, Seychelles, you can get an Ocean View Villa with Private Pool and Personal Butler for 24hrs.  Sign me up!  I think I much prefer the Maia Luxury Resort and it's thatched roofs.    Stunning! (Images via Leading Hotels of the World)

Sarah Burton Designer of Royal Dress

 



Elle UK reports:

""It has been the experience of a lifetime to work with Catherine Middleton to create her wedding dress, and I have enjoyed every moment of it" she said today, after being seen smoothing the bridal train at Westminster Abbey. "It was such an incredible honour to be asked, and I am so proud of what we and the Alexander McQueen team have created.""

 Read the full article at ElleUK.com

Mediterranean Vacation

I just discovered the Design Elements blog which is chock-full of  exotic locations and spectacular designs and has me yearning to go away on vacation...to the Mediterranean sea!!

To be laying about in the sun...on that veranda. Sigh.

Are any of you headed off on vacation this summer?

(All images via DE)

Pinterest

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I would love to follow you; so let me know!

You can follow me here.

Up Inspired Floating House

National Geographic built an actual floating house inspired by the movie UP.  Have you seen Up?It's fabulous!!

And THIS is just incredible!  Check out the video here.

I love these images (all via mymodernmet.com)

John Galliano

(Image: Michel Euler/AP)

I'm sure by now you've heard about John Galliano's anti-Semitic remarks at a Parisian Bar.

He had been suspended but is now fired from Dior.

Here is his apology:

"Anti-Semitism and racism have no part in our society. I unreservedly apologize for my behavior in causing any offense," the British designer said in a statement. He said he would immediately seek help for his "failures." (via WallStreetJournal)

Some eyewitnesses are saying he was provoked by the couple sitting beside him who thought he was a bum.  More on that here.

What Kate's Wedding Shoes May Look Like

Footwear designers have shown some potential wedding shoes for Kate Middleton to wear down the royal aisle. What do you think? I'd love a pair of the Blahnik's and the Goodman's. *Le Sigh*





Manolo Blahnik
His design: An ivory silk pump with organza lilies of the valley and sea pearls
“It represents springtime and everything fresh and new, which is what Kate Middleton is all about.”

 

 



Giuseppe Zanotti
His design: A black satin sandal with large sapphire centerpiece and surrounding diamonds, on a metal-tipped stiletto
“I wanted her shoes to match the classic and sophisticated elements of her ring, but with a younger, modern edge. Jewelry for the feet is my DNA, so designing for a princess comes very naturally.”



René Caovilla
His design: A white satin sandal with marabou feathers and multicolor Swarovski crystal gems
“This shoe is fit for a princess because the sandal is elegant, sexy and precious, and it suggests a magical atmosphere.”



Cesare Casadei
His design: A single-soled silk pump with jeweled straps and embroidered floral details
“Kate reminds me of a 2011 Audrey Hepburn. ... This elegant design is customized with embroidery and multishaped clear crystals, to create a waterfall of stones dancing down the foot. I can see Kate dancing all night in this ‘new tango’ heel.”



Georgina Goodman
Her design: An antique Welsh lace pump with 
Scottish seed pearls and pearl-inspired heel
“I wanted to create something special with an intrinsic emotional value; something old and at the same time mirroring Kate’s fresh modernity. ... I have aimed for a balance between history and femininity fitting the occasion; a kind of luxury recycling.”


(via www.wwd.com)