Monthly Archives: August 2012

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Students Getting a Great Send Off With The Great Gift Company

With a number of students getting ready to either return to or start university parents all over the country will want to ensure that their children are ready to fend for themselves. The Great Gift Company, an online retailer offering a range of gifts for men, has released a great gift for all students; the Student Hamper.

Mette Downer, Director of the company, said:

“As parents, we all want to help prepare our children for university and I hope the student hamper will do exactly that. It has some essential items in there which we’re sure will be used more than once!”

The Student Hamper offered by the company contains four products that are perfect for all students. The laundry bag is a student’s best friend (well, when they eventually use it!), it is marked with “1 Week”, “2 Weeks”, “3 Weeks”, “Naked” and is a humorous and useful gift.

The Hungover Cookbook is the second product and it does what it says on the tin. Easy recipes that are graded depending on the severity of the hangover, a lifesaver during fresher’s week!

The third product is a Dictionary Booksafe which is perfect to keep their belongings safe in their rooms. Whether it is unexpected burglars or nosey roommates, the Booksafe is a brilliant product for all students.

The final gift in the hamper is the Pizza Saw; let’s face it, students are going to eat pizza but for all guys this is more than just your average pizza cutter. Shaped like a rotating saw, it will cut through any pizza toping.

The Student Hamper is priced at just £50 and is a great buy for all parents about to help their children pack up and move to university. You can buy it, as well as a range of Christmas gifts for men online today.

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Force8 Introduce Bi Folding Doors with Integrated Blinds

For many years now customers have been trying to make sure that their homes are as stylish as possible. Bi folding doors have proved to be a popular purchase for home owners looking to bring the outside in and Force8, a leading supplier based in Stockport, Greater Manchester has introduced a range of bi folding doors with integrated blinds.

Many other companies offer these types of doors but there are not many who can offer them with integrated blinds which is what sets Force8 apart from its competitors. Managing Director of the company, Dennis Sumner commented:

“We wanted to bring our customers something special and I think we have really delivered with the composite bi folding doors with the integrated blinds.

As an industry we can often forget about what is really important, our customers, but we have invested to bring this rather unique product to the market.”

With a showroom located in Stockport for people to see their range of doors and windows available, as well as their website www.force8.co.uk, customers can see what the right product is for them. The benefits of these types of composite doors are that they never need dusting or cleaning, it comes with a 5 point locking system and comes in 5 colours and 2 wood grain effects.

You can buy bi folding doors in 2-6 door spans so however big or small your home is; you can have these great doors installed. They are very competitively priced at £2394 (2 door bi fold with blinds) which includes VAT and fitting.

Open up your home with ease by having a folding door fitted by Force8 and if you want to know more then call their experts on 0330 999 8888.

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Lara Stone and Alexander Skarsgard Front Campaign for New Calvin Klein Encounter Perfume for Men

Calvin Klein have developed something of a reputation over the years when it comes to their provocative advertising campaigns, and their latest perfume for men, Encounter, is no different.

The New York fashion house drafting in some celebrity heavyweights to act as the faces for the new fragrance; supermodel Lara Stone and Alexander Skarsgard, star of the hit US TV series True Blood.

In the seductive campaign shots, Lara and Alexander are seen sharing some intimate moments on camera, in a series of images and videos that will form part of an elaborate campaign that encompasses TV, press and social media.

The visuals have been shot in a classic film noir style to add an intense atmosphere, and the narrative is deliberately left open-ended in order to let the viewer imagine infinite possibilities for the story to develop.

As for the perfume itself, Encounter is described as having a crisp and sensual aroma, opening with intoxicating top notes of spices, mandarin, cardamom and rum, which then flows seamlessly into a floral heart of pepper, jasmine, patchouli and cognac, and finally, the Encounter scent is smoothly rounded off with a rich base of agarwood, cedarwood and musks.

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Giftware Company, ClassicHostess.com, is ready to greet the Holiday and Christmas Season with their Extensive Entertaining Accessories Collection

Drink ware and Barware Online Seller, Classic Hostess, is promoting its expanded Holiday Serving ware and Giftware collection available at http://www.classichostess.com/. Rounding off their drink dispenser and cake stand collection, the ornaments and seasonal gifts expansion now has Classic Hostess covering every category for all your Holiday Party Entertaining and Décor Needs.

To escalate the pre-Holiday excitement, purchase the winsome 12 Day Christmas Countdown porcelain plates and mugs on sale now for $16.99 a set. The whimsical assorted scalloped plates and coordinating assorted mugs will amuse you every time you sit down to your holiday table.

For the Nordic Winter Feel, try the Stellen Straw Ornaments. Inspired by traditional Scandinavian designs, each snowflake is shaped and tied by hand with bright red thread. Festive snowflakes strung on twine form a garland for use on a mantel or tree. The beautiful wooden gift boxing makes it ideal as a holiday gift too. You can purchase medium ornaments in a set of 27 for just $21.94 or the Set of 27 larger ornaments for the astonishing price of $29.99. Fill a bowl or trim a tree with the corresponding handmade pine cones, and notice how their tight wheat straw spirals subtly reflect the light. The pretty pine cones are all one size, topped with a red thread loop. And once again, the attractive wooden gift box renders it ideal as a Christmas or holiday gift. Complete the Scandinavian look with the Jumbo Wreath for reduced sale prices. This Stellen Straw Wreath is sized for eye-catching window or wall display and charmingly hangs from a red loop.

Classic Hostess Holiday Collection offers the Laser Cut Christmas Ornaments for more traditional look. Whether using it as a decorative opportunity for winters arrival in your home or as a Christmas gift, these detailed Laser Cut Snowflakes, will definitely serve as a surprise to everyone. Carved birch veneer snowflakes come in a set of 12 or 27 in a pretty little wooden case. The box in and of itself is pretty, perfect for holiday gift giving, but the laser cut snowflakes really do steal the show. Boasting burnt edges to define the shape and golden thread with which to hang, these ornaments would look lovely on any tree, or even as a fall mobile hanging overhead.

It’s called atmosphere and it is as important as all the other elements of entertaining company, if not more important. Cast a warm glow at any family gathering. In its Home Décor Category, Classic Hostess has a vast variety of Candle Holders and Hurricane Candle Holders to spruce up the atmosphere. Add drama to a glowing candle or a showcase of inspiring objects. Our Christmas Stem less Candle Holders are pretty for wedding favors and for table decor all year round too. Be creative and find many great uses for the all purpose Terra Candle Holder. Fill up its clear bottom with some seashells, rocks, potpourri or more and it will showcase beautifully. The Terra Candle holder will complement the Terra Set of 3 Cupcake stands for all the inclined bakers. There are endless uses for the Christmas votives as part of your holiday decorating or all year round home decor for that matter. Use it as a flower vase or candle holder, or fill it with ribbons, or even confetti.

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Dorothy Perkins Launches Kardashian Kollection in the UK

Dorothy Perkins is excited to announce an exclusive partnership with Jupi Corp. to bring the Kardashian Kollection to the United Kingdom.

The Kardashian Kollection will launch in November 2012 and will comprise of more than one hundred pieces from the ready-to-wear clothing and handbag collections, with footwear to follow in early 2013.

The range will be stocked in more than 250 Dorothy Perkins stores throughout the United Kingdom, including 8 shop-in-shops within BHS, online at dorothyperkins.com and internationally to thirteen further countries via franchise stores.

From trend led pieces to fashionably tailored looks the breadth of the range will appeal to all women who love fashion. There is something for every fashionista with looks that embrace a woman’s natural curves through bold and beautiful fashion statements for all occasions.

Bruno Schiavi President of Jupi Corp said: “The A/W12 collection embraces Kim’s glamorous red carpet looks, Kourtney’s more Bohemian chic, and Khloe’s edgier style.”

Commenting on the partnership, Kim, Kourtney and Khloe Kardashian added: “We’re looking forward to expanding our line and making Kardashian Kollection available to so many more people. We pride ourselves in having a line that is affordable and yet of great quality and we’re excited to bring it to new territories.”

The Kardashian Kollection features a range of stylish women’s clothes and accessories including shoes, swimwear, denim, jewellery and intimate nightwear. The collection also features items for the home including bedding, bathroom accessories including wash cloths and towels, shower curtains, lotion pumps and wastebaskets.

The collection originated in the Autumn 2011, with the Kardashians involved in creating the pieces themselves. The sisters contributed to the design process from start to finish and were able to draw on their previous experience of working on clothing lines. The collaboration was aimed at 17-35 year olds and debuted in over 400 US stores.

Since its release the Kardashian Kollection has received rave reviews, with bloggers and writers praising the range’s quality and affordability. Pieces from the collection have been featured in renowned magazines such as Cosmopolitan and InStyle. The line’s figure enhancing denim jeans have received particular praise, with three individual styles to mirror the sisters’ different styles and figures proving popular with critics and public alike.

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Rebelle by Rihanna is Fastest-Selling Celebrity Perfume in the UK

Rihanna is one of the hottest pop stars on the planet right now, and it seems that as she expanded her horizons into other projects, her star power is just as powerful off the stage as it is on it.

The Barbadian singer has rocketed to the top of the UK bestselling fragrance list, having sold two million bottles of her second perfume, Rebelle, since it was launched in February. According to Mail Online, it is expected that the scent will break the four-million barrier by the end of the year.

The celebrity perfume market is notoriously competitive, particularly in the UK, and Rihanna’s rise to the top of the bestseller list has seen her fight off stiff competition from celebrity fragrance heavyweights such as Britney Spears, Jennifer Lopez, Beyonce and Victoria Beckham.

The follow-up to Rihanna’s first perfume Reb’l Fleur, Rebelle captures the warmth of the Caribbean sun, not only reflecting her laid-back Barbadian roots, but also the hectic lifestyle of the superstar that she has become. The conical design of the bottle, with its evocative red swirl pattern, is inspired by the shape of a stiletto heel.

Speaking at the launch of her second perfume earlier this year, Rihanna said:“[Rebelle] is about taking control but still being a lady. There’s a feminine, romantic element to the fragrance – but there’s also a defiant quality in it. I love its duality.”

As for the perfume itself, Rebelle is described as a strong, feminine scent that will bring out the rebel in your. The fragrance opens with fruity top notes of plum, strawberry and ginger, which then flows into a rich heart of vanilla orchid and cocoa absolute, all of which is smoothly rounded off with a deep base of musks, coffee, patchouli and amber.

Rihanna Rebelle eau de parfum spray is currently available to order from online perfume retailer Fragrance Direct, with a 100ml bottle selling for £19.99, which represents a saving of over a third off the recommended retail price.

To get your hands on the hottest celebrity perfume in the UK, visit the Fragrance Direct website at http://www.fragrancedirect.co.uk/.

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Topman’s New Capsule Collection To Raise Money For Teenage Cancer Trust

Topman has teamed up with Teenage Cancer Trust to produce a series of four vibrant t-shirts to raise money for the charity. The high street retailer has been officially supporting Teenage Cancer Trust since 2010.

The t-shirt range has been created by the Topman in house design team and is a cool credible graphic led collection of repeat all over prints and pocket graphics with each t-shirt design being inspired by music and musical instruments.

The limited edition t-shirts are available in stores nationwide and online at topman.com and are priced at £18 with £5 from each sale going directly to the charity.

Simon Davies, Teenage Cancer Trust’s CEO said: “Everyone at Teenage Cancer Trust is thrilled to be working with Topman to raise awareness and vital funds for young people with cancer. Topman came on board as supporters for three years in 2010 and we know the difference they can make will be huge. We are all very pleased that Topman employees are excited about fundraising in stores nationwide for Teenage Cancer Trust and I know the team here are equally keen to support everyone and make this partnership a huge success.”

Teenage Cancer Trust is the only UK charity dedicated to improving the quality of life and chances of survival for the six young people aged between 13 and 24 diagnosed with cancer every day. They build specialist units within NHS hospitals bringing young people together to be treated by teenage cancer experts in a place designed just for them. The charity wants every young person with cancer to have access to this specialist support, no matter where they live.

Traditionally treated alongside children or elderly patients at the end of their lives, young people can feel extremely isolated during treatment, some never meeting another young person with cancer. Being treated alongside others their own age can make a huge difference to their whole experience. Since the start of the partnership with Topman, the charity have opened a further five units, bringing their total to 22.

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Celerant Technology Releases Mobile Point of Sale on the Motion SlateMate

Celerant Technology, a leader in the retail software industry, recently partnered with Motion Computing, a global provider of tablet PCs, to provide a Mobile POS that may be used from anywhere in the store. Celerant’s Command Retail point of sale module is now available on the Motion SlateMate with magnetic stripe reader and barcode scanner.

“Every retailer can benefit from Celerant’s Mobile POS, whether they are a smaller retailer administering sidewalk sales, or a larger retailer utilizing it for line busting or for more personalized in-aisle sales,” says Ian Goldman, President and CEO of Celerant Technology Corp. “We wanted to provide our clients with a mobile solution that allows them to manage their business without having to remain in front of the registers. After evaluating different solutions, we partnered with Motion, whose tablet is an all-in-one sales tool that integrates seamlessly with our point of sale software. Right now our Mobile POS is available exclusively on the Motion SlateMate, but development is also in progress for a broader selection of mobile devices.”

Celerant’s Mobile POS allows retailers to complete sales transactions away from a register. The Motion SlateMate is a tablet PC with a built-in barcode scanner and magnetic stripe reader which, when running Command Retail, can ring up sales, process credit cards, and wirelessly print or email receipts. Retailers will also be able to create quotes by scanning items directly from the sales floor, perform line busting to minimize sales lines and create gift registries which integrate with a Celerant E-Commerce site.

“Our partnership with Celerant Technology is based on a common philosophy to provide retailers with premium products in a single solution,” said Grant Frederiksen, Senior Director, Strategic Corporate Alliances. “The SlateMate is a unique solution that complements Command Retail, resulting in a powerful Mobile POS that expedites the sales process and improves the customer’s retail experience.”

Celerant began development of its mobile suite in 2010, when it optimized its E-Commerce offering for mobile devices. Earlier this year, Celerant Command Mobile Applications was released for back-office functions that run on most mobile devices. Celerant’s Mobile POS is the latest instance of the company’s growth and advancement toward new forms of technology, a growth that maintains Celerant’s position as a leader in the retail software industry.

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Celebrate Everything Red, White and Blue with the Latest HUF Clothing at the 5 Pointz Online Store

5 Pointz is a leading UK supplier of urban clothing and accessories from the biggest and best names in the street industry; providing a range of brand new lines to UK fans at competitive prices.

The Red, White & Blue Pack from US brand HUF Clothing was originally released to commemorate American Independence Day, but since us Brits have just as much reason to celebrate the red, white and blue this month, there couldn’t be a better time to grab these great looking pieces from the 5 Pointz store.

From t shirts and a choice of socks to 5 Panel caps, the latest release from HUF Clothing look great together or as part of any patriotic street wear ensemble.

Celebrate a great summer of sporting events with the classic 10K t shirt by HUF. Available in heather grey or black, the 10K tee features a screen print of a three colour HUF logo with horizontal lines running through it.

The HUF Plantlife socks come is blue with red and white marijuana leaf patterning. The HUF Fuck It socks are available in a choice of black or white, with a ‘Fuck It’ jacquard pattern around the ankle complete with stars and stripes detailing. Both sock designs feature double lining on the heel and toe.

Finally, the HUF 10K Volley 5 Panel cap features the same italic red, white and blue logo as the 10K t shirt, along with painted metal eyelets and woven logo label sewn into the back. Made from 100% cotton, the back of the cap features an adjustable nylon strap with plastic clip.

Choose any or all of these fantastic new HUF releases and champion the red, white and blue this summer, wherever it takes you.

Visit the 5 Pointz online store, today, and discover the latest HUF clothing and more, from all of the most important labels in the urban fashion industry.

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