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These signature suits by Case-Mate are form fit leather wraps designed exclusively for your 13” MacBook, 15” MacBook Pro, and 17” MacBook Pro. Prices are $150.00, $160.00, and $170.00 respectively. The suits will easily conform to your laptop, giving you unlimited security and protection.

These stylish and unique suits are first outfitted with an impact resistant plastic shell and then wrapped in resilient Italian pebblestone leather. Case-Mate is also offering a 20% Valentine Days Sale on ipod accessories, phone accessories, laptop accessories, and Mp3 accessories.

case-mate via [damn Ilkie that ]

I don’t know much about the improvements/ changes that Diesel as a brand has made on their ladies collection, but I was not going to leave the ladies out, so I  complied this list ‘Diesel for the ladies’ from their online catalog.

CYRIL CAP: The cap features inlay jersey embossed logo detailing. It’s 80% wool and 20% nylon. Available in blue and red  colors. $80.00

BREAZE 8JB: This super slim fitting denim will show off what you got ladies. The pair features a rear Diesel logo, tapering leg cut, five pockets, zip fly closure, and belt loops. It’s 99% cotton, and 1% elastane. $200.00 

GUSTO BAG: The bag is made of 100% nappa leather. (aged looking-to give it a vintage look) Other features include: zip closure, internal zip pocket, double handle, detailed logo application, and can also double as a shoulder bag. $290.00

CYPOL DRESS: As part of their spring/ summer 08’ collection, the dress features jersey sequins detailed print, and it’s available in two different color & style options. Made of 60% cotton, and 40% viscose. $130.00

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This cable ready all in one PC/TV combo from Sony has excellent features: With a Windows Vista Ultimate operating system, Intel core 2 Duo T9300 (2.5 GHz 6MB L2 cache), 22” widescreen display which is wall-mountable to save space, and a wireless keyboard & mouse to minimize cable clutter. This might just be the future entertainment system.

That’s not all other features include: 1Terabyte storage capacity, read/ write Blu-Ray disc, 4GB memory, NVIDIA graphics, TV tuner, a built-in 1.3 megapixel MOTION EYE camera and microphone, multi card reader, Intel PRO/ wireless 4965AGN network. The essentials for powerful computing performance mostly found in a desktop tower, are built into the back of the flat panel LCD TV display in a slim chassis. (Just like the new Macs)

sony style via (uncrate)

French designer, Philippe Starck is known for his controversial, and cutting edge projects. He did a collabo with Puma for a footwear line. Then he collaborated again with Puma on the “Naked Body Collection.” Now he has designed a motor-bike for French Motorcycle company, Voxan.

According to Motorcyclist online, this is not the first bike that Philippe Starck is doing. Back in 1996, he designed the ‘Aprilia 6.5 Moto’ for Aprilia. For now ” Voxan Cafe Racer Super Naked” is a prototype and it features a simple design with a 1200cc engine, weighs 180kg and has 140Hp.

Maybe ‘Naked’ is used to refer to the exposed engine design. (via) 

Lately Diesel has been unleashing nice, relevant pieces. The Italian brand has also been doing major collaborations, like the one with adidas for a line of denim jeans dubbed “adidas Originals Denim for Male by Diesel’ & ‘adidas Originals Denim for Female by Diesel.” Here is part of their Shirt collection:

SAFFRU: This shirt is 100% cotton and features cuff links, hidden buttons and ruches detailing. It was originally priced at $100.00, but now you get it online for $50.00 

CALIPSY: Also 100% cotton, and it’s a button down with collar, and features a pleated detailing. Will look nice with a pair of fitted jeans. Ideal for the ‘metrosexual mantanorexic’ (skinny jeans, fitted tees, tight shirt, black eye liner…..). Original price was $190.00, now $95.00

SHEVRO: This shirt is also 100% cotton. It features double pockets, button closing flashes, and contrast stitched detailing. Priced at $130.00 initially but now get it for $65.00.

CUBERT: This might be the best bargain. Originally priced at $200.00, now it’s yours for $98.00. Also 100% cotton, with double pockets, button closing flashes, and features embroidery & flap detailing.

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Fashion Kitty here, reporting back from New York City!!  Fashion Week starts in just a few days but the excitement has already begun for me because the other night I met my idol.  For any of you who follow my product recommendations on ThisNext or read my blog, you will know who that idol is.

 It’s BETSEY JOHNSON!

I have been a “Betsey Girl” for years and years.  I love her work, I love her drive, I wear her clothes every single day (no joke), I worship her.  I spotted her in the lobby of a very posh New York hotel and basically started screaming — inside my head screams.  I pulled it together, walked up and spoke…

“Hi Betsey, you are my idol! I worked at your boutique, I love your stuff … I am wearing your coat!”

Fool.  So much for keeping it cool.  

Betsey was amazing.  We talked for about 5 minutes and then get this, she rode the elevator with me and then we talked some more. She gushed over the Betsey coat I had on and was shocked that I could pretty much rattle off the entire collection from that year.  Betsey talked about her daughter, her grand daughter,  her New York City apartment … it was amazing.

See more of my The Best of Betsey Johnson list at ThisNext.

Oh to be as fashionable as our very own Fashion Kitty and mingle with models and fashionistas at the creme de la creme of all fashion shows the NY Mercedes Benz Fashion Week. 

This all takes place in New York City…duh! Bryant Park is converted to a temporary fashion arena with huge tents, they’re air-conditioned and contain several venues for the designers to show their collections and socialize with the most beautiful people in the industry.

If you happen to be there now and have no idea what to wear or you’re like me and wish you were there— check out the what to wear to NY Mercedes Benz  Fashion Week.

It’s a fast paced world we live in…where would we be without all of our gadgets?

I don’t know because I can’t imagine life without them anymore! I love my gadgets!!!!  I wake up in the morning and put a record on the turntable, but if I’d rather hear something from itunes then I crank up the portable PA system for iPod that chills in the living room while I make some breakfast and sometimes I cup o’ noodle it on this convenient little kitchen gadget called the AudioCubes instant noodle perfecting timer. I am a multi-media fiend and wherever I go so does my camera and  my flip video camcorder, because haven’t you ever been somewhere and thought “that would make a great picture!” or “Holy crap that did not just happen! I could have put that one Youtube!” Yup it’s happened to me too! But never again! 

One of the coolest gadgets I’ve come to find is the Takaratomy Transformers Music Lable Soundwave MP3! He is the coolest gadget/toy and there’s more where he came from at Oh My Gadgets!

I have grown quite fond of preen fashion! It’s a mixture of british fashion, 80’s punk attire, and indie rock influences. Preen can be almost anything you want it to be, just know it’s never boring! I love the art behind preen and the freedom to play with color and creativity!

Classy or funky? What mood are you in today? Check out my Preen Fashion List for more!

Tag your recommendations “Fashion TV” for a chance to win the ultimate Sex and the City prize pack.  The prize pack includes:

- Sex and the City- The Complete Series DVDs

- The Updated Sex and the City Book

To win a TV to watch your SATC DVD’s, tag those same recommendations “Game On” for a chance to win a flat screen TV!

Feb.1-8th is Mercedes-Benz Fall 2008 Fashion Week! You have no idea how excited I am about going … it’s my Superbowl baby.  All weekend I will be preparing mentally and physically, when I say that of course I mean over-packing my bags.  Here are some of the items that I will need to survive the week, the things that if I don’t take with me I might crumple up and lose my mind.

See more of my Survival Guide: Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall 08 list at ThisNext.

...continued: Alone on Valentine's Day: I'm Not Bitter

Have you recovered from Christmas shopping yet … paid off your credit card bills, stayed away from the malls?  Well I hope you enjoyed the down time because it’s time to shop again, this time for Valentine’s Day.  Check out our brand new shopping guide that will help make shopping for your sweetie a bit easier.

• Valentines By Price For Her
  • Luxury ($200+)
  • Under $50
  • Under $25
  • Under $200
  • Under $100
• Valentines By Price For Him
  • Luxury ($200+)
  • Under $50
  • Under $25
  • Under $200
  • Under $100
• Valentines: By Interest
  • Sports & Travel Valentines
  • Ski & Snowboard Valentines
  • Personalized Valentines
  • Valentine Jewelry
  • Green Valentines
  • Golf Valentines
  • Gadget Valentines
  • Food Lovers Valentines
  • Crafty DIY Valentines
  • Beauty & Perfume Valentines
  New lists and products will be added all the time so check back often!
  

 I have been grocery shopping with my  “Get hip Get Green” bag for the last few weeks now…before my this purchase finally arrived at my doorstep…I was using a beige canvas tote bag that allowed me to carry many items, but it didn’t send a message to everyone else or look really stylish…can I just tell you how many positive comments I get on this eco friendly bag! Plenty! I feel good when that person gets it and wants to get one too!…sounds silly, but if every single person did just one thing it would make a huge difference! I made a list of items I think are not only eco friendly  but also look good on you. These are some really cute, trendy fashions that are made from 100% organic materials and they are so flattering, major plus in my book. I really like all the items on my list but I will tell you now that my favorites are the bamboo leggings they are so soft and amazing….you’ll never wear any other type of legging once you’ve slipped your gams in these!  The “It’s my friends party” shirt hardly ever hangs in my closet because I wear it so much!  And  the  “navy dreams dress” is so versatile!  Never again will you think you have nothing cool to wear! I also included my favorite all mineral lip balm …yummy!

Via (eco-hipster fashion)