Dwyane Wade Jokes that Phil Jackson Would Like to Coach Miami Heat

During an interview that aired on ESPN Thursday, Dwyane Wade joked that Lakers coach Phil Jackson wants to coach the Miami Heat. Wade was responding to a question from reporter Rachel Nichols about why Phil Jackson talks so much about the Heat when he jokingly replied. My answer to Nichols would have been because he’s asked about them frequently, as is anyone associated with the NBA. Wade’s response was much more attention-grabbing.
Wade joked “I think he wants to coach the Heat when he gets done with the Lakers.” Wade had a smile on his face and was laughing when he said it, but he said “he can’t coach us,” pointing out that the team already has a coach.
While there’s no implication that this would ever happen or that Phil has interest in the situation, I do believe there is truth in everything that is said. Given Phil’s reputation for solely coaching teams stacked with talent (e.g. Michael Jordan’s Bulls, Kobe and Shaq’s Lakers, Kobe and Pau’s Lakers), he’s one of the first names that would arise as a coach who could take on the project of coaching Miami’s team. Adding to Wade’s speculation is the understanding that Jackson will be retiring after the year, which has been a question for several years.
The Heat are doing fine with Erik Spoelstra, and it’s highly unlikely Pat Riley would ever hire one of his biggest rivals. If anything, this just goes to show that everyone knows Phil Jackson’s MO; he only coaches talented teams.

O.J. Mayo faults "energy drink" for banned substance that led to 10-game suspension

The plot thickens with former USC star and current Memphis Grizzlies guard  O.J. Mayo, who's saying an "energy drink" he bought at a gas station contained the banned substance that led to his 10-game NBA suspension.
This is according to his first public comments made Saturday, two days after the NBA levied the suspension following Mayo's positive test for dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA), a steroid hormone the body naturally produces that is a banned substance in the NBA.
Mayo said he didn't know the drink "had any bad substances in it" and that it wasn't as if he "ordered some supplement off the Internet." DHEA is commonly sold over the counter as a dietary supplement.
Mayo has previously said he will not appeal the suspension, which will cost him about $400,000.

Whoever can say liver and cheese in a sentence can have me

The Taco Bell Chihuahua, a Doberman and a Bulldog are in a bar having adrink when a great-looking female Collie comes up to them and says, "Whoever can say liver and cheese in a sentence can have me."
So the Doberman says, "I love liver and cheese." The Collie replies, "That's not good enough."
The Bulldog says, "I hate liver and cheese." She says, "That's not creative enough."
Finally, the Chihuahua says, "Liver alone . . . cheese mine."

Bar Jokes

A man walks into a bar and asks the bartender, "If I show you a really good trick, will you give me a free drink?" The bartender considers it, then agrees. The man reaches into his pocket and pulls out a tiny rat. He reaches into his other pocket and pulls out a tiny piano. The rat stretches, cracks his knuckles, and proceeds to play the blues.
After the man finished his drink, he asked the bartender, "If I show you an even better trick, will you give me free drinks for the rest of the evening?" The bartender agrees, thinking that no trick could possibly be better than the first. The man reaches into his pocket and pulls out a tiny rat. He reaches into his other pocket and pulls out a tiny piano. The rat stretches, cracks his knuckles, and proceeds to play the blues. The man reaches into another pocket and pulls out a small bullfrog, who begins to sing along with the rat's music.
While the man is enjoying his beverages, a stranger confronts him and offers him $100,000.00 for the bullfrog. "Sorry," the man replies, "he's not for sale." The stranger increases the offer to $250,000.00 cash up front. "No," he insists, "he's not for sale." The stranger again increases the offer, this time to $500,000.00 cash. The man finally agrees, and turns the frog over to the stranger in exchange for the money.
"Are you insane?" the bartender demanded. "That frog could have been worth millions to you, and you let him go for a mere $500,000!" "Don't worry about it." the man answered. "The frog was really nothing special. You see, the rat's a ventriloquist."

Super Street Fighter IV 3D

 

Super Street Fighter IV is heading to the 3DS bringing the 23-year-old beat-em-up series into the crazy world of handheld 3D action.

And although we've known that the title was going to launch on the 3DS for a while now, this is the first time that we've been able to get our paws on it.

Luckily, playing Street Fighter is like riding a bike, you never forget those special move combos.

Name

Super Street Fighter IV 3D

What platform is it on?

Nintendo 3DS

When's it out?

During the "launch window", which is 25 March - early June.

What other game is it like?

Dead of Alive: Dimensions

Does it use any new tech?

3D action aplenty and also SSFIV taps into the StreetPass and SpotPass aspects of the console to let you do battle with your buddies, even if they don't have the game.

"Of course if the download version was the same as the full version then Capcom would go bankrupt", joked Capcom's Yoshinori Ono at the launch event in Amsterdam.

Instead the free version lets non-owners play as Ryu and they can even Dragon Punch the crap out of other demo version holders in Ryu v Ryu matches.

There are also bonuses to collect in the form of approximately 500 figurines which do battle with other 3DSers when you're not actively playing the game.

The pitch 

Super Street Fighter IVincludes all the original 25 characters from the home version of Street Fighter IV, as well as 10 new characters, making 35 in total.

Capcom is saying that the game is "exactly the same" as its HD counterparts, which is nice.

The storyline 

Super Street Fighter IV3D is based on the 2010 beat-em-up produced by Capcom. It is an updated version of Street Fighter IV and has been said to mark the definitive end of the fourth instalment of the Street Fighter series

Our first impressions

Yep, yep. yep - this definitely works with 3D and feels much more than a novelty. The camera sits high up and you not only get a good view of the action, but a very deep sense of your location and surroundings.

When you pull of a combo, the animation looks fantastic as it bursts out of the top screen. Combos are made all the easier as well with the bottom screen allowing you to map special moves and the like. There is a pro-control setup too, for people who like to pull off the moves themselves.

The gameplay, however, is a little trickier than its console equivalents as the 3DS' button layout doesn't really suit the 6-button config. However, you may well get used to the setup after a longer gaming session.

This looks a sure-winner in the early 3DS beat-em-up market. For our money's worth it just has the edge over Dead or Alive: Dimensions.

Please note

The Nintendo 3DS launch in Amsterdam was a fantastic chance to see the new titles due in the launch window, letting us get a glimpse into what are going to be the big titles and the ones to avoid like the plague.

The big problem however, is that for most of the titles that glimpse is, well, just that. At the event we got to play a level here or a multiplayer map there.

So with that in mind we present you with our Quick Play.

What we've done is broken down the key facts you need to know and then given you our first impressions based on around 15 minutes of gaming. For us that 15 minutes isn't enough to do a First Look review. How can you rate a game that offers over 30 hours of gaming on just 15 minutes of play? However, it should hopefully give you an idea, a feeling, a notion, of what to expect come launch day.

Dying Lion Monument

Dying Lion Monument- Unskippable, moving and extraordinary.

The place itself is so soothing that one would like to sie there for a long time. The sculpture is very moving when you see 'King of the Jungle'- bravest Lion, dying and the expressions in his face..ohhh, amazing work. Nice little pond in front and some beautiful flowers make a beautiful surrounding. Must visit this place.

Beautiful scenery

Traditionally White is the fashion?

Weddings are a universal rite of passage that allows one to separate from the old and become part of something new. Whilst the customs and celebrations associated with weddings vary from culture to culture, the tradition of the white wedding dress can be found amongst the majority of cultures throughout the world.
The tradition of the wedding dresses we see today is not static and unchanging; rather it is reminiscent of the fashions worn during the nineteenth century. Whilst the colours and styles have varied in accordance to fashions and circumstances of preceding times, the tradition of the white wedding dress remains comparable to wedding dresses worn in contemporary society.
The marriage of Queen Victoria to Albert of Saxe-Coburg in 1840 is often cited as the marker in which the tradition of the white wedding dress became popular; and has since set the precedent for the brides of today. By the 1930s, the tradition of the white wedding dress was resolutely in place, and weddings were perceived to be the only occasion whereby white dresses were worn. Whilst the wartime period briefly interrupted and influenced the fashion of the time, the resurgence of the tradition of the white wedding dress continued.
Today, wedding dresses continue to be white, however the colour white also incorporates creamy shades such as eggshell, ecru and ivory. The styles of the dresses continue to reflect contemporary fashions, featuring creative and innovative beading, stitching and embroidery. Choosing the right dress can be stressful and time consuming. Finding the right places to look can be even more taxing. Some things should be considered when searching for your dress.
As a general rule, the dress you choose should reflect your personality whilst complimenting your figure. The following should also be considered:
Check the workmanship of the dress and ensure that it is of good quality. You don’t want the dress falling apart on the day;
Sourcing designer dresses from overseas may seem customary, but Australian designers also provide elegant and stunning dresses;
Make the best of your figure and chose a dress that compliments your shape. Full-figured brides should select a dress that skims the body as opposed to hugging it. If you’re pear-shaped, then choose an A-line dress to hide the hips and thighs. Thin and tall brides should select a dress that accentuates the feminine curves, as opposed to looking thin and straight;
Ensure that you bring someone with you who will provide you with an honest opinion;
Remember that your dress will only be worn once, so if you’re on a tight budget, then don’t overlook the possibility of hiring your dress. You will probably find that you will be able to have that gorgeous dress you dreamt of without the price tag attached;
The shade of your wedding dress should accentuate your skin tone, and not make you look washed out. If you plan on tanning for the wedding day, bear in mind that the tone of your skin could alter the colour of the dress;
Accessories are great, but a good rule of thumb is the fancier the dress, the simpler the jewellery should be;
Consider the length of the dress. Envisage the type of shoes you will wear on the day and determine whether or not you will require dress alterations. You don’t want to be falling on the day;
If you want minimum fuss on the day, take into account the amount of time it will take you to get into your dress. Dresses with zips are great; you can jump in and get zipped up with minimal fuss. If you don’t mind preparation time, then you might like the look of the lace up back;
Whilst wearing a veil used to be traditionally part of the wedding attire, today it is strictly optional. If your dress is flamboyant, then you might like to keep it simple and not wear a veil. If you would like to formalise the dress a little, then the veil would be great.
The tradition of the wedding dress has developed over many years and has been influenced by social changes and developments. The contemporary wedding dress today is often reflective of past influences, either through the style or fabrics used. Whatever the dress you choose, should reflect who you are and the influences you bring into the marriage.

A woman suspected of snatching an infant from a New York hospital in 1987

A woman suspected of snatching an infant from a New York hospital in 1987 was in custody Sunday after surrendering to authorities in Connecticut and will face federal kidnapping charges, authorities said.
Ann Pettway turned herself in to the FBI office in Bridgeport, Connecticut, Sunday morning, FBI spokesman William Reiner said.
She is expected to appear Monday in a New York federal court to face federal kidnapping charges, Manhattan U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara said.
A law enforcement source previously told CNN that Pettway contacted a Bridgeport police officer via Facebook from Stratford, Connecticut. Reiner and Bridgeport police spokesman Detective Keith Bryant would not comment on that report.
Reiner also would not comment on whether Pettway was cooperating with police.
A warrant had been issued Friday in North Carolina for Pettway's arrest. She is suspected in the abduction of Carlina Renae White. After 23 years, White tracked down her real mother earlier this month, saying she had had a nagging feeling all her life that she was brought up by a family she didn't belong to.
Earlier, Bryant told reporters that Pettway was spotted at a pawnshop in Bridgeport on Saturday She was seen at Joe David Pawnbroker at about noon, asking about pawning jewelry, he said.
after recognizing the woman from news reports, Bryant said. "By the time our officers arrived, she was gone. They canvassed the area and didn't find her."
Authorities used surveillance video from the store to confirm the woman was Pettway. "Based on that video and what we have in the database, it's her," he said. "They're 100% sure."
The North Carolina warrant sought Pettway's arrest for allegedly violating her two-year probation sentence on attempted embezzlement charges, said North Carolina Department of Corrections spokeswoman Pamela Walker. As part of her probation, she would have had to get permission to leave North Carolina, Walker said. Pettway had not gotten such permission, Walker said.
White's mother, Joy White, told the New York Post last week that she last saw her daughter when she was 19 days old. She took her to a Harlem hospital on August 4, 1987, because the baby had a high fever, a New York police official said. Carlina was admitted to the hospital, and her mother went home to rest. When she returned, the baby was gone.
"That was a big part of my heart that was just ripped apart," Carlina White's biological father, Carl Tyson, told the Post regarding her disappearance.
Carlina White told the Post that Pettway raised her. Pettway was pregnant in 1987, she said, but lost the baby.
Carlina White was raised under a different name, but always felt she did not belong to the family, said Ernie Allen, president and CEO of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Her suspicions grew after the woman who raised her could not produce a birth certificate for her.
"I just started typing in Yahoo and Google different articles -- anything that pulled up in 1987 with any child that went missing -- and I came across the article, and the baby picture just struck me because ... it looked like my daughter," Carlina White, who has a 5-year-old daughter, told the Post.
On January 4, Joy White's phone rang. The woman on the other end said she was Carlina, and sent a picture taken in 1987 in which she bore a striking resemblance to a baby picture Joy White had held on to. A DNA test proved the link.
The family has since been joyously reunited. "This is what I wanted ever since I found out that lady wasn't my biological mother," Carlina White told the Post. "I just hope that the officials will be able to get her in their hands so we could just hear her side of the story now."
Her biological family, meanwhile, wants justice.

"I want her to go to jail ... for what she did and what she did to my family," said Lisa White-Heatley, Joy White's sister. "She destroyed my family."

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Healthy foods

Eating healthy food and exercising regularly improves your health. Eating fresh fruits and vegetables can reduce your chance of getting cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. Low-fat meats, beans, and nuts are also part of a good nutrition plan. The United States Department of Agriculture has published a new food pyramid that includes tips and facts about how to eat healthy to improve your health and live longer.

Walmart launches healthy foods

Walmart is getting on Michelle Obama's bandwagon, announcing today that it will start selling healthier foods.

The four-year plan, which company officials announced in Washington with the First Lady, includes reducing salt and sugar as well as eliminating trans fats in packaged foods. Officials for the world's largest retail chain also plan to cut the prices of fresh fruits and vegetables — and will build stores in low-income neighborhoods where consumers have few choices to buy food beyond gas stations and convenience stores.

"No family should have to choose between food that is healthier for them and food they can afford," said Bill Simon, president and CEO of Walmart U.S. "We are committed to working with suppliers, government and non-governmental organizations to provide solutions that help Americans eat healthier and live a better life."

Walmart has more than 140 million customer visits each week. In outlining the changes, officials said they plan to reformulate thousands of packaged foods by 2015. Their goals include reducing sodium by 25 percent and added sugars by 10 percent, and removing all remaining industrially produced trans fats and partially hydrogenated oils.

Company officials said they will work with suppliers to improve the nutritional quality of both their Great Value brand and national food brands.

Walmart officials also said they will reduce prices on some healthy foods, such as products with reduced sodium, sugar or fat. The company plans to design a logo to help consumers identify healthier food options, such as whole grain cereal, whole wheat pasta and unsweetened canned fruit.

"Our customers often ask us why whole wheat pasta sometimes costs more than regular pasta made by the same manufacturer," said Andrea Thomas, senior vice president of sustainability at Walmart. "We will use our size and scale to reduce the price premium on these types of products whenever possible, because customers shouldn't have to pay more to eat healthier."

In addition, Walmart announced that it will increase charitable support for nutrition programs that educate consumers about healthier food solutions and choices.

The changes could be significant in Florida, where Walmart is the second-largest grocer in terms of market share. Publix leads the state, and Winn-Dixie is third, according to 2009 data from the Shelby Report.

The Arkansas-based chain is rapidly expanding in South Florida, where it has eight new stores in the works.

In Washington, consumer advocates praised the news. "I applaud Walmart for using its marketplace muscle to move the food industry in a healthier direction," said Michael Jacobsen, president of the Center for Science in the Public Interest.

"This announcement will virtually eliminate artificial trans fat in packaged foods and help spur food manufacturers to cut the sodium in their products over the next several years," he added. "Those two moves by Walmart ultimately should save thousands of lives each year that might otherwise be lost to heart disease or stroke."

Walmart already has begun a push into urban markets. In October, the retail giant announced it would open 30 to 40 smaller- format stores by January 2012, including outlets in urban areas. And in November, the retailer said it will open four locations in Washington, D.C., in 2012. The company has also started an advertising campaign to gain support for putting a store in New York City, where it likely will face opposition from politicians and labor unions.

Looking Cute on the Cover of Glamour

Who Are the New Fashion Designers to Watch?

For V69, on newsstands January 13, 2011, stylist Catherine Newell-Hanson selected looks by Louise Gray, Marco De Vincenzo, Michael Van Der Ham, Meadham Kirchhoff & J.W. Anderson showcasing their ornate & experimental edge - not to mention the fact they're intricately-decorated enough to stop NYC traffic:

Make fashion show featuring Diana Eng and Emily Albinski

Fashion designers Diana Eng (recently of Bravo's "Project Runway") and Emily Albinski first made headlines when their Inflatable Dress made the cover of ID Magazine last fall. In their first fashion show together, Diana and Emily are pleased to also launch their new collection under their brand "Blackbox Nation". The duo strives to push forward technology in the fashion world.

As the face of Georg Jensen's 2011 Global Brand Campaign

As the face of Georg Jensen's 2011 Global Brand Campaign which was shot by Sebastian Faena & launches in February, the Danish "it" girl (and Kaiser Karl muse) wears jewellery (and not much else) from the Georg Jensen Grape, Fusion and Regitze Gold collections. "The fact that Freja is Danish and at the same time one of the hottest models within the international fashion industry makes her the ideal campaign model for Georg Jensen – in Scandinavia and globally. With Freja we underline both our Scandinavian DNA and our global strategy," notes the luxury brand's CEO, Ulrik Garde Due. "Georg Jensen is a Danish brand, I'm a Danish model and there are not too many of us," adds FBE. "Therefore doing the campaign for Georg Jensen was something really special to me. Georg Jensen is such a unique brand and being part of this iconic design company is an honour – and great fun."

The Pringle of Scotland Spring/Summer 2010 ad campaign will be an innovative combination of photography and film

The Pringle of Scotland Spring/Summer 2010 ad campaign will be an innovative combination of photography and film, featuring the Oscar winning actress at key Scottish landmarks, nature spots, and modernistic architecture locales.  This collaboration with art photographer Ryan McGinley marks the start of a project series designed to promote Scottish talent in the areas of visual arts, design & architecture, linking the iconic brand to the global creative community.  The S/S 2010 runway show will take place at London Fashion Week in September.

To create precious & sensual accessories for women, each of them individual, unique, and beautiful in nature

Emphasizing sassy sculptural silhouettes, the German-born designer behind Gretchen, Anne-Christin Hofmann, creates geometrically-shaped bags in luscious leathers that are loaded with carefully thought-out details. Her knack for ace accessories is probably due to her somewhat "unfair" advantage: she grew up in the warm, leathery embrace of her family's leather-goods store, Otto Kessler, playing hide-and-seek with her brother in between the piles of skins and shelves filled with finished accessories. And as a teen with a talent for sketching and a growing interest in design, her nappa leather & ponyskin glove quickly became one of Otto Kessler's runaway best-sellers of the year.
Meaning "little pearl" in German, Gretchen is an old German name selected to pay homage both to her roots and her personal mission: "To create precious & sensual accessories for women, each of them individual, unique, and beautiful in nature."

Kelsey Grammer hopes to marry for the fourth time in February

Actor Kelsey Grammer said on Thursday he hopes to marry for the fourth time in February.
But his estranged wife Camille isn't so sure, and she has filed court papers opposing a quickie divorce to their 13-year marriage.
The former "Frasier" star, said in July that he was divorcing his wife, a former Playboy model and dancer who at the time was filming reality TV show "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills".
Grammer, 55, was soon seen with new girlfriend, flight attendant Kayte Walsh, 29, who in October suffered a miscarriage and lost their baby.
In an appearance on "The Late Show with David Letterman", Grammer described Kayte as "my new girl."
"We're planning to get married soon," he said, then added "Sometime in February."
But Camille Grammer, 42, asked a Los Angeles judge to reject her husband's request to get a quick divorce and work out a financial settlement later.
In court papers obtained on Thursday by celebrity website TMZ.com, she claimed that Grammer wanted a fast decision "solely for the reason that he intends to remarry as soon as possible."
"I don't believe this is a sufficient reason to prejudice my rights to the community estate," Camille Grammer said. She estimated the value of the couple's various homes and property at more than $120 million.
Grammer made his Broadway debut last year in a revival of musical "La Cage aux Folles" but is best known as the egotistical therapist Frasier Crane in the TV comedies "Frasier" and "Cheers".

Celebrities are under constant scrutiny from the media and the fans that adore or hate them

By definition, celebrities are under constant scrutiny from the media and the fans that adore or hate them. For a public figure, looks is extremely important and contributes to the growth or drop in popularity.
Celebrity fashion is a perfect occasion for media coverage and a source of profit for designers and other fashion oriented industries. Attaching a famous (popular) face to a line of clothing, perfumes or accessories will boost or ruin sales. Some of these celebrities have unique fashion touches that can become easily identifiable and adopted by the masses. Celebrity fashion is so influential because it springs from the fans’ adulation of the fame status.

The person asserts himself/herself as a fashion icon through little details: Nicole Kidman through her vintage brooches, Dita von Teese through her classic ‘50s dresses and pale skin, Jackie Kennedy through her chic fawn coats and pillbox hats, Jennifer Aniston through her silky hair, Jennifer Lopez through her furs and oversized hats, Beyonce through her sparkly, asymmetrically small outfits. Each of them inspires a certain style that will be adopted by those who enjoy it.

In the last years celebrity fashion took a step further, increasing in popularity and availability. Stars have created their personal lines of clothing, reflecting their personal style. Such are Jennifer Lopez, Sarah Jessica Parker, Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen, supermodel Kate Moss, singer Gwen Stefani, Victoria Beckham and many others. Each has more or less accessible fashion items. For example Victoria Beckham designed jeans from very luxurious Japanese denim that retail at $280. At the other end, Sarah Jessica Parker’s line, called “Bitten”, is specifically made to be widely accessible, with items that do not cross $20 and come in sizes from 0 to 22.
Realizing the importance of a famous face attached to a product, important companies like Coca-Cola, Nike, Apple or L’Oreal convinced stars to endorse their products - because celebrities vouching for the quality of an item will influence the customer’s behavior.
It all adds up to the phenomenon of celebrity fashion that directly affects the public’s choices. By association with the beauty, artistic talents, fame and social impact celebrities and personalities have, people will tend to imitate and adopt.

Kate Hudson Pregnant!

Kate Hudson is reportedly the latest A-lister to be expecting a baby! A source tells Us Weekly that the actress is 14-weeks pregnant with boyfriend Matthew Bellamy‘s baby. “It was not planned, but they are excited and embracing it,” the source tells the mag. Hudson, 31, and Muse frontman Bellamy, 32, have been together for nine months and Hudson has one son, Ryder, with ex-husband Chris Robinson.

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What does 2011 hold for fashion?

It is around this time of year that Fashion Statement likes to dig out its Swarovski jewel-encrusted crystal ball, don its fringed headscarf and get down to the serious business of trend forecasting. Yes, the bling does make it a tad difficult to peer into the fabulous fashion future, and yes, we could just look at last September's shows to see what will be painfully fashionable in a few months time, but where's the fun in that? Also, since looking back to the shows tells us that 1970s floral psychedelia will be everywhere, we prefer to adopt a position of ignorance. Note to the world: skin-tight flares are no more flattering than skin-tight jeans, unless your thighs are the width of a broom handle.
However, in order to ensure that you don't inadvertently commit some heinous style error that will live eternally on our consciences, here are 10 predictions for 2011. Any fines you incur from the fashion police are therefore entirely your own responsibility, and FS accepts no liability for the unworn capes, 50s wasp-waist dresses and pencil skirts feeding the moths in your wardrobe. Fashion is a fickle beast and you must run FAST in your nine-inch stiletto heels to keep up.
1. Ballet, ballet everywhere
Fashion does love a movie (or, at a pinch, a TV series: hello Mad Men!) to shamelessly plunder for trends. Black Swan, starring Natalie Portman, is this season's celluloid-based wardrobe. If, like FS, you were made to spend precious hours of your childhood actually doing ballet (and by "doing" we mean "gallumphing around in a tutu") then we venture to suggest that you should avoid this trend like the plague. Not only is anything that generally involves lithe, supple dancers in spandex guaranteed to make you feel like a heffalump, but it might also trigger pirouette-based flashbacks. And who wants to run amok with a pair of pointe shoes and a shiny baby blue leotard unless they have to?
2. The return of the scrunchie
Is there no trend too ghastly to be recycled? Apparently not, for FS has received the deeply disturbing news that the top hair trend of the 80s is set to return. What would Carrie say? Will alice bands be next? Can we bear to carry on?
3. Bankers' bonuses to be index-linked to trends
Well, if you have to negotiate a 43-page style guide just to get up and go to work in the morning, wouldn't you demand a few extra zeroes? It's almost enough to make you feel sorry for them. Ssssh, we said almost.
4. Royal wedding blah blah blah
Some previously unheard-of frock designer will have their opinion canvassed on everything from trouser shapes to climate change, all because they made a white meringue. Now if it actually was a meringue, FS would sit up and pay attention. As would Lady Gaga.
5. Fruit: out of the basket, into the wardrobe
Wear your bananas on your head, your oranges on your ears and your pineapples on your pumps. Look, we didn't make these trends, OK? Don't shoot the messenger, not even with rotting fruit. Blame Miuccia Prada instead.
6. Lady Gaga to wear a suit
Well, she's done everything else, from telephone tailoring to Kermit couture via a butchers shop, so the logical next step is to actually wear some normal clothes. That really would shock the world.
7. RIP neutrals
Were you harassed by shiny-raised-print weekly magazines into "investing" in key neutral pieces? More fool you. That camel coat and those plain black trousers? Put 'em away, you won't be needing them for a long time. If it's not eye-wateringly bright, animal print or floral fantasy, the fashion world doesn't want to know. If, on the other hand, you adopt all three of these at the same time, then top marks to you. Just give your colleagues fair warning to don the shades first.
8. Token plus-model casting at the autumn/winter shows
This will guarantee precious picture coverage in newspapers for the savvy designer in question. He/she will not have designed these clothes for plus-size people, mind. Don't be silly.
9. Shoe confusion
Honestly, you'd almost think the fashion press don't get together at a terribly chic conference and decide on a common theme for the year, wouldn't you? On the one hand (or, indeed, foot), flat shoes are set to have a "moment". On the other five-digited extremity, nine-inch stilettos are threatened. Do not adopt one of each, you'll just fall over.
10. More celebrity sprogs
Odds on, some poor staffer at a fashion magazine will not get access to a show because Willow Smith wants to whip her hair around the front row. Probably whipping it straight into Romeo Beckham of GQ's style list fame. Bet you feel old now.

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New trends for 2011

It's already time to start thinking about the new trends for 2011, especially spring looks.

Last fall, during Fashion Week in New York, I picked out some of the best Spring 2011 looks to share with you.

And although the overall trend is toward minimalism (less is more), there's still plenty of newness to keep things interesting.

Gold bridesmaid dresses symbolizes love

Gold bridesmaid dresses symbolizes love, affection and hope for the future. Bridesmaid dresses are hot property on wedding days. A touch of gold will provide instant update to your bridesmaid dresses. Gold Bridesmaid dresses should be chosen based on what suits the bridesmaids, as much as on the colour scheme or decor of the wedding venue. Although these dresses may be significant only on a wedding day, gold bridesmaid dresses are considered to be the most important dress in one’s wardrobe.

This strapless gold bridesmaid dress by Nicole Miller is a gorgeous option for formal events or weddings. The long louis vuitton shoes louis vuitton women shoes gown features a strapless neckline, drop waist, and flowing poly satin skirt. Pair with a glittering necklace and high heels for an evening look. This stunning gold bridesmaid dress by Faviana Couture is perfect for your formal wedding event. Wonderful on women of all ages, this strapless gown shines in the light. Just add beautiful gold accessories to complete this fairytale look.
Last but not the least is the gold watch. A gold watch for a bridesmaid must compliment her existing jewelry and dress without overpowering it. Movado has a very unique appeal that is simplistic yet elegant. Movado Aviso, Women’s Watch is decorative, attractive, and practical, all in one package. A traditional style with fashionable flair. Remember, there is a gold watch out there for every personality and every budget level. Caravelle Ladies Gold Tone bridesmaid watch is subtle yet refined. This majestic watch has an expansion band with a white dial color.

Cocktail dresses are mainly put on during an evening function or a special event

Cocktail dresses are mainly put on during an evening function or a special event. You must know the right outfit to wear for any special occasion. Hunting for the ideal cocktail dresses can be fun if you’re sure of what you’re doing and if not, it could be challenging. It’s regarded as semi-formal attire that are often used in commencement celebrations, get together, birthday parties, wedding rehearsals and business or corporate celebrations or functions. These days, cocktail dresses have evolved in several ways; it’s now worn in early afternoon and early evening on several occasions. Cocktail dresses can also be donned on evening parties. Here are some pointers that will help you know what to put on for a black tie, semi formal or causal functions and to always look great.

In selecting cocktail dresses, it's always best to opt for a style you feel at ease putting on and to look like fashionable. Just because your best friend looks amazing wearing a strapless cocktail dress doesn’t mean you will look exactly the same. All of us have unique physical structure. The 1st step is to determine your body type and head to the local mall and see if you are comfy early afternoon or evening.

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Modern Glamour Strapless Dumping V-Neckline Evening Dress with Sexy Open Back and Front Slit

Elegant Strapless Dumping V-Neckline Evening Dress with Artful Design at the Waist And the Back

Chic and Elegant Strapless Empire Dress with the Open Back in Light Yellow

Sexy White Evening Dress with V Neckline and Front Slit Skirt.