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The Indian Fashion Industry along with Bollywood has always had an impact on Torontonians. The new addition to the high fashion district of Yorkville is David Anselms Indiva Boutique.

The double storey, Indian inspired store is meant to introduce the countries top designers to the affluent Candaian market. "The ground storey of Indiva presents womenswear, accessories and footwear. The second floor features home furnishings like drapes, carpets, pillows, bedding and table linens, all hand woven artifacts by Indian artisans."

Names like Rohit Bahl, materials like pashmina, taffetta and intricate embroidery are the reason for the stores big price tags and acclaimed popularity. A chain of Indiva boutiques are set to open in Montreal and Calgary in the next three years.
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Victoria Beckham, former Spice Girl and a celebrity so well-known that even my high school chemistry professor despises her, debuted her designer denim line in New York.

The label, dVb, sells for around $250 a pair, and obviously caters to only those who can afford Beckhams expensive taste. The jeans have a large star stitched on the back, and she was well-received by her fans and the media.

One 18 year old fan says, "During Middle School I became the ugly duckling and I didnt have many friends and then I started following Victoria and her fashion tips and people starting telling me I was beautiful. I have her to thank for that."

Okay, so maybe Beckham wont be the next Vera Wang, but with Spice Girls fans like this, sales might do fine!

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Matthew McConaughey, star of numerous screen productions, has been named Peoples "bachelor of the year". He was photographed shirtless on the beach, like he always is.

Another named bachelor David Spade, states, "Luckily we live in a world where women can overlook the physical and focus on things more important, like having a good personality ... or being on a TV show."

Of course, looking beyond the physical. It must be a coincidence that McConaughey has such nice abs.

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In an age where the Olsen twins are fashion designers, Forever 21 creates knock-offs of European designers, and Target sells designs from the top fashion designers, fashion has become more of a business than it ever has been.

However, designers arent too concerned about the mass production of fashion and the deterioration of the designer label. For celebrities clients, having an expensive one-of-a-kind dress is still the ideal. For the rest of us however, the Target collections are much more affordable.

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Open up the latest editions of Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, or Glamour, and amidst the clothing spreads and flashy advertisements from cosmetic companies, you might just find a colorful cigarette advertisement. While in the United States, cigarette advertising is banned from television, radio, and billboards, theyre still allowed to be in print.

Recently, over 8000 readers protested against the cigarette ads in Vogue magazine, for issues such as influencing teenage girls to smoke. After all, what is a better proponent for smoking other than the top fashion magazine in the country?

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The launch of Bitten, Sarah Jessica Parkers new line of clothing for Manhattan Malls Steve & Barrys store has gotten people talking. The attractive part about the line is not only the influential style icon behind it but also the fact that everything is priced under 20$.

"I really loved the idea of making fashion accessible to every woman in this country despite her economic standing, despite her size, her shape and her ethnic background," the 42-year-old actress said. "The idea of the democratization of fashion was extremely appealing to me."

Steve & Barrys manages to keep prices low by no advertising ploys, manufacturing in the U.S ( Port Washington NY) and selling in bulk. They have over 200 stores in 33 states.
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Weve all experienced it. After a long day of shopping you realize that the clerk was to busy talking on her cell phone to notice the annoying little white disk permanently affixed to your new pair of jeans. Jeans that you want to wear tonight. The last thing you have time for is another [...] - [Read more]

It seems the hottest trend in Hollywood right now is being charged with DUIs and failing to learn from it.

On Friday, Criminal Minds actor Shemar Moore was arrested under suspicion of driving under the influence in Los Angeles, California. TMZ.com is reporting that $5,000 bail and a few days later, Moore was then seen drinking wine at a CTV party in Toronto, Ontario.

Socialite Paris Hilton began serving her DUI sentence yesterday, and both Lindsay Lohan and Nicole Richie are dealing with related issues as well.

I guess LA ladies arent the only trendy ones in the hood.

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Tonights premiere of Canadian Idol introduces a unique twist to idol history: contestants were allowed for the first time ever to audition with instruments.

Pianos, guitars and various other instruments accompanied many hopefuls, and for the first time in the shows history more males than females made it into the top 200.

"This is one of the best cross-country auditions weve ever had. Allowing competitors to audition with instruments has attracted a level of talent that we havent seen before," said executive producer John Brunton in an article on the official website.

The show airs tonight at 8 p.m. ET.

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The new media frenzy of YouTube and other online video sites has allowed the fashion industry to tap into the resource of free advertising. Not only does this help wtih budget cuts but also serves the purpose of reaching the younger masses.

"Brands ranging from Gap to Victorias Secret, Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, Nike and Adidas are increasingly finding a home on YouTube, MySpace and similar sites, where their videos, commercials, behind-the-scenes footage and fashion shows are posted for free. These sites have the potential to transform the way fashion brands reach their current and future customers since hundreds of thousands of people can view a single spot — with humorous ones scoring the most hits.

TV, magazines, radio dominate the existing advertising world, but online advertisements on sites like YouTube are the way of the future.
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Riyo Mori of Japan was crowned Miss Universe followed by first runner-up Natalia Guimaraes of Brazil, second runner-up Ly Jonaitis of Venezuela, third runner-up Honey Lee of Korea and fourth runner up Rachel Smith of USA.

And as always a protest or two was added to the mix"Hours before the pageant began, dozens of protesters held a mock ceremony in downtown Mexico City that featured "Miss Marijuana," "Miss Sexual Health" and "Miss Human Rights" and other candidates with obscenities written across their sashes. The group yelled "Neither ugly nor beautiful, should a woman be considered an object!"Pageant organizers say the Miss Universe contest carefully selects women who are intelligent, well-mannered and cultured."

The show was hosted by Miss Teen USA 1999 Vanessa Minnillo and Mario Lopez and held In Mexico City.
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Lindsay, 2 friends and her 2005 Mercedes SL-65 all crashed into a curb on Sunset Blvd at approximately 5:30am. Luckily, she suffered only minor injuries and was admitted to a local hospital. While inspecting the vehicle, officers found a usable amount of cocaine.

First Paris gets 45 days in the big house.. is Lindsay next?
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Nicole Richies publicist is denying reports that the Simple Life star has entered a rehab facility for anorexia and drug use.

"She is not in rehab. She is at home in Glendale. Sobriety is an ongoing process but she is sober," the rep told Usmagazine.com.

Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton is claiming reliable sources have confirmed Richie checked into rehab on May 11 and is now receiving outpatient care at home.

Richies weight and substance problems have been making headlines for years. Most recently, she was arrested in December for a DUI, allegedly mixing Vicodin with marijuana and then driving the wrong way down a highway. She is due in court June 8 for the hearing.

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The recent firing of Don Imus is nothing new in world of FCC regulated radio. But the recent 30 day suspension of XM Radios Opie and Anthony could be a sign of things to come for even non-regulated satellite broadcasts. And it looks like this same corporate paralysis is now slowly creeping into [...] - [Read more]

We all knew it wouldnt last for too long, but the question is Is it over for good? A source close to Simpson told PEOPLE that the couple broke up and they arent sure if they are going to get back together or not. Friends of Mayer claim the guitar playing heartthrob was the first to call it quits, quoting him as saying he was just over it

Mayer and Simpson were initially coy about the relationship when rumour first began to fly around. But in later months, were then seen canoodling everywhere during Mayers Australian Tour down under.

On the same day news broke out of the end of their relationship Jessica told PEOPLE that she is very happy.
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As Dior cruises the seas, Chanel is strutting it in the skies. "Two Challenger 601 jets pulled up to Hangar 8 at Santa Monica Airport on Friday night, the doors popped open, and the models stepped out in a tour de force show that only Chanel could have pulled off."

The stage was like an arrival lounge, with an arrival monitor announcing Karl Lagerfields landing in Los Angeles. The designs were based on a private travel theme which according to Lagerfield should be divine.

Demi Moore, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, Claudia Schiffer, Victoria Beckham, Jessica Alba and Lindsay Lohan were some of the 500 guests at the air-travel inspired show.
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LG has announced a partnership to produce a highly attractive touch screen phone with the Prada label. The phone is still only available in Asia, and is expected to cost about $900CDN. More from MarketNews Related PostsTech Fashion EtiquetteThe Foo Logs has brought to all of our attention a very relevant article from this months Wired [...] - [Read more]

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