Neiman Marcus Last Call Now Open At Potomac Mills

T.I.'s VIBE Mag April Cover

Rapper T.I. is featured on the April 2009 issue of VIBE Magazine. This will be his last magazine cover as a free man before he heads to prison later this month to serve a year-long sentence for charges related to his illegal possession of firearms. The issue basically talks about how people screamed “Snitch!” when T.I. got his sentencingMost were expecting him to be put away for a very long while, but when news broke of him only getting a year, people began to question his integrity. T.I. wants everyone to know that is definitely not the case...... This issue hits stands March 17th.

Kanye West and Louis Vuitton 2009 Sneakers Collection

New Kanye and LV sneakers have surfaced……I like.......

Aston Martin-One-77: The Most Expensive Car In The World

The Bugatti Veyron just lost its claim to fame. Having been dethroned as the fastest car on the planet, the $1.4 million Veyron (http://www.bugatti.com/en/veyron-16.4.html ) is no longer the world's most expensive ride. That title now rests with the One-77 (photos above), the $2.3 million hand-made coupe Aston Martin will sell this year.

Aston Martin isn't saying much about the One-77, a code name for the as-yet-unnamed coupe, but the project started about 15 months ago. The hand-hammered aluminum bodywork retains the general profile of the gorgeous DB9 but is more muscular. It covers a carbon fiber chassis and a 7.0-liter V12 engine said to produce 650 horsepower. Top speed is estimated at 220 mph and 0-60 mph arrives in 3.5 seconds.

Paying $2.3 million for a car is beyond excessive, but then, those few who get a One-77 aren't buying a car. They are, according to Aston Martin, buying An Experience. It’s been said that buyers will be invited to the factory in Gaydon, UK, where they'll meet with designers and engineers to develop the car to their exact specifications.

So who's on the buyer’s list? The bookies at William Hill Casinos have opened betting and David Beckham is their 9-4 favorite to be first in line. Singer Jay Kay of Jamiroquai is second at 3-1, while the odds on Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich stand at 7-2.

As for Aston Martin's decision to build just 77, it's said to have stemmed from Urlich Bez's (Aston Martin CEO) belief that seven is a lucky number. It certainly is for those fortunate enough to get one!

Kindle 2: Amazon's New Wireless Reading Device

In response to several companies creating downloadable e-book programs for more lifestyle-friendly devices like Apple's iPhone and iPod Touch, literary giant Amazon has launched its Kindle 2.0. The Kindle 2.0 hit US shelves last week and is being sold for US$359.00 - nearly $40 less than the original Kindle. The new Kindle is thinner than the original and has a sharper screen with more shades of gray, producing easy-to-read, crisp text in any light. Other features of the Kindle 2.0 include:

Slim: Just over 1/3 of an inch, as thin as most magazines

Lightweight: At 10.2 ounces, lighter than a typical paperback

Wireless: 3G wireless lets you download books right from your Kindle, anytime, anywhere; no monthly fees, service plans, or hunting for Wi-Fi hotspots

Books in Under 60 Seconds: Get books delivered in less than 60 seconds; no PC required

Improved Display: Reads like real paper; now boasts 16 shades of gray for clear text and even crisper images

Longer Battery Life: 25% longer battery life; read for days without recharging

More Storage: Take your library with you; holds over 1,500 books

Read-to-Me: With the new text-to-speech feature, Kindle can read every newspaper, magazine, blog, and book out loud to you, unless the book is disabled by the rights holder

Large Selection: Over 240,000 books plus U.S. and international newspapers, magazines, and blogs available

Low Book Prices: New York Times Best Sellers and New Releases $9.99, unless marked otherwise

To purchase the Kindle 2.0 visit this Amazon link.

Net-a-Porter Gives Details Of Discount Venture

We reported back on Januray 2nd that Net-a-Porter will launch its dedicated discount etail venture theOutnet.com that would feature more than 200 luxury fashion brands. TheOutnet will stock the likes of Christian Louboutin, Diane von Furstenberg, Hervé Leger, Alberta Ferretti, Chloé and Oscar de la Renta, with average discounts of between 40% and 60%. The site will also stock smaller labels, such as Temperley London, who might not have the infrastructure to have their own outlet business. Natalie Massenet, the founder and CEO of Net-a-Porter, conceded there would be some overlap with Net-a-Porter customers but said that theOutnet would give the company the opportunity to “reach out” to a new customer base. Ladies get your tax money ready because the website is scheduled to unveil next month in April!!

Topshop Opening Next Month

As we reported back on January 14th, Topshop would makes its debut here in the U.S. Finally, with much anticipation, on April 2nd Topshop is schedule to open at 480 Broadway in NY. Almost 500 items will be available along with Kate Moss's ninth collection and a new special collection by Barbara Hulanicki. You can also order Topshop goods online at http://www.topshopus.com/. Below are a few items you can find in the store.

Badgley Mischka 20th Anniversay Ad

Label founders Mark Badgley and James Mischka are celebrating the 20th anniversary of the chic brand with a star-studded ad campaign that features Carrie Underwood, Eva Longoria, Brooke Shields, Lauren Hutton and Anjelica Huston. The campaign was shot by legendary
photographer Annie Leibovitz.

Forever 21 Is Launching A Plus-Size Line-Faith 21

Forever 21 is launching a plus-size clothing line to be called Faith 21. The line will launch on May 1, 2009, and will offer clothing similar to that sold at Forever 21, but in an expanded range of sizes. Faith 21 will offer tops, jeans, tanks, leggings and skirts in a junior plus size as well as XL, 1X and 2X. The design aesthetic follows Forever 21's trendy take on everything from runway knockoffs to jersey basics, and prices will range from $3.50 to $34.80.

Hot Rod:Frazer-Nash Namir by Giugiaro

Frazer-Nash was long ago a famous British car maker and even though they are no longer building cars the company is still around searching for the next big thing which could get them back in everyone’s attention. The company started to develop hybrid drive systems and they teamed with one of the best car design companies in the world, Italdesign Giugiaro to make an extreme concept called Namir.

The generator charges a 400V lithium battery pack which feeds electrons to a the car’s electric motors at each axle. This hybrid system and the breathtaking aerodynamic design will make this car accelerate from 0 to 60mph in 3.5 seconds and it should reach a top speed of over 184 mph. Whoa!!!

LG Watch Phone

The LG Watch Phone is has a touch-screen user interface, stereo Bluetooth, a speakerphone, a built-in music player, and a not-at-all-unattractive design, with tempered glass and metal casing. And if that wasn't cool enough for you, the LG Watch Phone even has a camera. The LG Watch Phone will be available in Europe later this year, at a price of $1,450. But, the company has no plans to bring it to the U.S. just yet. It'll be available in a range of colors, from black and silver to blue, red, and even pink. For more on the watch phone click on this link Engadget.

Charlize Theron....A Sight For Sore Eyes

The stunner, Charlize Theron has been M.I.A. on a red carpet most of this year, and then she springs up in Paris at “The Burning Plain” premiere, picking up were she last left off - looking FA-BU-LOUS!

The Oscar winner is wearing a gold metallic Lanvin Pre-Fall 2009 dress and a pair of leather Christian Dior Pre-Fall 2009 pumps, with steel heels. What a delicious sight for sore eyes………

Christian Louboutin Marie Antoinette's

Despite the money crunch, shoe designer Christian Louboutin has designed his latest pair of heels which cost a whopping $6,295!!!!!!

The shoes are inspired by Marie Antoinette, and Louboutin collaborated with embroiderer Jean-Francois Lesage, to create a capsule collection of yellow, pink and blue silk shoes.

For your money you will also receive a specifically constructed box in which to keep your very expensive heels, plus an accompanying illustrated book explaining how the intricately worked masterpieces were made.

Only 36 pairs have been made, and they will be sold at the Louboutin's Madison Avenue boutique.

I wonder who will be the first to wear these heels. My money is on Beyonce……

Tom Ford to Design Womanswear

Rumor has it Alessandra Facchinetti, who was fired as head designer of Valentino, will design a line of womenswear for Tom Ford. Facchinetti worked under Ford at Gucci as his top womenswear designer. This could be interesting....... keep your eyes peeled.

Italy Wants A Fashion Stimulus Package

The head of Italy's Chamber of Fashion Mario Boselli was not going for the injustice of a $2.54 Billion dollar plan to help the auto and domestic-appliance sector and nothing for the fashion industry. Boselli say "I can understand helping the automotive industry but wouldn't fashion deserve the same, if not more consideration than the furniture industry" Italy is home to around 80,000 fashion industry employee's and 30,000 distribution companies. Italian minister of economic development Claudio Scajola promised to present the first intervention to help the industry by the middle of the month. Revenues in the Italian fashion industries were down 4 percent for 2008, with things getting especially bad at the end of the year. I guess this proves that Europe is better than us, even their bailout plan is fabulous.

French Vogue Editor Carine Roitfeld Get's a Piece on Cnn

Reportly, CNN is to follow French Vogue editor Carine Roitfeld for Revealed, to air in March. They will be documenting her at New York and Paris fashion weeks, but not to be outdone Ms. Anna Wintour will also have a piece on 60 Minute to air this season as well, following the documentary "The September Issue". This should be a interesting season for all you magazine lovers like myself.

Item Of The Week: Giuseppe Zanotti Geometric Wedge

With a bold side buckle closure, this 5” heeled sandal makes a confident statement. You can purchase your pair at Zappos http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/51754075/c/13875.html

The Return of Versus

London darling Christopher Kane has been tapped to revive Versace's younger label, Versus. Launched in 1989 by the late Gianni Versace, who said it embodied "innovation, flair and unorthodox talent", Versus was closed when the company decided to downsize. Traditionally the go-to brand for the cool girl in school (with the trust fund to back her up, of course), Versus is set to do a full relaunch for spring/summer 2010. Under the new plans, Donatella will design a clothing line for spring/summer 2010, while Kane's collection will hit stores next July. Word on the street is Kane will be designing both the men's and women's clothing and accessories lines, and if this debut collection—the stones, the straps, the sky-high heels—is any indication, Versus' rise from the grave will be a quick and fierce one!!!

Dolce and Gabbana Fall 2009

Roberto Cavalli Fall 2009