Swimsuit designer GabiFresh (Gabi Gregg) laughs in the face of swimsuit campaigns with emaciated models. Gabifresh designs swimsuits only for women sized 8 and higher, offering colorful “fatkini’s” (their words, not ours!!) and one-pieces. Apparently, it also a hit-her...
GabiFresh Plus Sized Swimsuits campaign – Fatkini’s (their term, not ours!) for women size 8 and up
posted by Gerry B.
The new Urban Outfitters in Williamsburg will have a Restaurant and Bar
posted by Gerry B.
It may come as a surprise to some, but the ultimate hipster clothing store Urban Outfitters doesn’t actually have a Williamsburg location- yet. According to New York magazine, Urban Outfitters has signed a lease for a retail space on N. 6th Street (between Berry and Wythe), and they...
A Great Gatsby Theme party at the Haven Rooftop
posted by Gerry B.
Last night, the chic Haven Rooftop at the Sanctuary Hotel hosted a Great Gatsby Theme party. Party-goers donned their best 1920′s outfits, with the hopes of winning the best dressed prize: a free stay at the hotel. The party was sponsored by TY KU spirits- we sipped on refreshing...
Rihanna Sues Top Shop for $5 Million – Does she have a case?
posted by Gerry B.
Topshop is currently selling a tank top called “Icon Tank” sporting a large portrait of Rihanna. As a result, Rihanna is suing Topshop for $5 million for using her image without her permission (or licensing $$$). Seems like an obvious attempt by Topshop to use her image to sell...
Giorgio Armani wants Italian Designer to show only in Milan, not in Paris
posted by Gerry B.
Giorgio Armani spoke with WWD today about Milan and its place in the fashion world. The Italian designer recently turned down an invitation from Italy’s Chamber of Fashion to officially work with them to revitalize Milan Fashion Week, though he is committed to the concept. According...
Jennifer Lopez’s Crotch Window Dress – Wardrobe Malfunction?
posted by Gerry B.
Jennifer Lopez sported a pretty daring cut-out for her American Idol finale performance last night. Just seconds into her performance, she awkwardly tried to push her skirt down to cover the cutout. Did J.Lo suddenly realize she was baring her crotch to American and tried to fix it? ...
$1 million in Jewels stolen at Cannes, on same day as The Bling Ring screening
posted by Gerry B.
More than $1m (£650,000) worth of jewels have been stolen from a hotel in Cannes, police say. The jewels were stolen from a safe in the Novotel Hotel room of an employee of Swiss jewelery company Chopard. On the same day, Sofia Coppola’s film The Bling Ring was screened- the film...
$1 Billion for Tumblr? Yahoo Opens Its Wallet
posted by jonowaks
Adweek is reporting that Yahoo is considering the purchase of the social media site Tumblr- for as much as $1 Billion! With recent shake-ups over at Yahoo this could be a game-changer. While its revenue is modest, Tumblr has positioned itself as one of the few players in the digital...
And A New American Idol Winner is Chosen – Agree with the Vote? See Video
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This just in… Chanteuse Candice Glover is the winner having auditioned three times before making it on the show. The Hollywood Reporter points out that it’s been a long time since a woman-of-color topped the list : Glover’s win marks the first time a female and a nonwhite...
Miley’s makeup artist must hate her
posted by Gerry B.
We’re not makeup artists, but something went wrong here. Miley Cyrus was at the Maxim Hot 100 party last night with a white beard! To be fair, this happens fairly commonly to celebs- the bright flashes of camera rigs can show off makeup flaws that aren’t visible under normal...
Flying Television Seeks Executive Assistant – Wanna Work with Celebrities?
posted by jonowaks
Flying Television - the premier celebrity booking service here in New York City – is seeking an Executive Assistant. APPLY VIA EMAIL - asst@flyingtelevision.com Looking for Executive Assistant: Flying Television, a celebrity booking and brokering firm, is seeking an experienced...
85 Million for 1 Year? Sports Illustrated Announces Top Paid US Athletes
posted by jonowaks
Sports Illustrated has put out its list of the top 50 paid athletes here stateside. And boy-oh-boy these players make some big bucks. Boxer Floyd Mayweather, Jr. is in the top spot having earned 85 million dollars in 2012 – and this having fought in only two fights! Sports...
DAVID BECKHAM CALLS IT QUITS – RETIRES FROM SPORT WITH 300 MILLION IN BANK
posted by jonowaks
The Daily Mail is reporting that David Beckham – probably the worlds most famous soccer star – is retiring from the sport. Despite the offer of an extended one-year deal at Paris Saint-German, the 38-year-old has played his last game, bowing out on a high after helping Carlo...
Bea Arthur’s Breasts will get you kicked of Facebook – Slew of Journalists gets 24-hr Ban!
posted by Gerry B.
The Daily Beast’s Social Media Editor posted a photo of the John Currin painting called “Bea Arthur Naked,” which made headlines yesterday for being valued at auction between $1.8 and $2.5 million (it sold for $1.9 million), and the news website was promptly given a 24 hour ban from...
Is P. Diddy joining the cast of Downton Abbey?
posted by Gerry B.
P. Diddy (Puff Daddy, Diddy, Sean Combs, etc) tweeted this mysterious message and Instagram photo yesteday evening: Sneak peek from the set of Downton Abbey. Stay tuned for a special preview tonight 12am PST #downtonabbey instagram.com/p/ZWTT75plzr/ — Diddy (@iamdiddy) May 15, 2013 As it...
NYC MCDONALD’S CHARGING FOR KETCHUP!
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DNAinfo exposes local McDonalds franchises for ketchup up-charges. On recent visits to 35 McDonald’s restaurants south of Central Park, a DNAinfo New York reporter found that at least 15 charged customers who asked for extra ketchup. Meanwhile, trips and calls to 40 more Mickey...
2013 Cannes Opening Night Red Carpet Highlights
posted by Gerry B.
Last night in France was the opening of the 2013 Cannes Film Festival. The Great Gatsby was selected as the opening film, and the red carpet was packed with stars from all over the world. Here are our highlights of the red carpet fashions: Solange Knowles in Stephane Rolland Lana Del Rey...
PR Stunt of the day: Fustercluck’s Cock Visible from Outer Space!
posted by Gerry B.
Fustercluck, a 5K obstacle course and “Redneck Gaming” event (think dirty south version of Tough Mudder) held at Vail Lake Resort in California, pulled our favorite PR stunt of the week: Making their logo visible from space! Their giant cock logo (a male chicken/rooster to...
