It's Contest Time!

Every now and then I get emails about fashion related contests and I like to post them on our site.

I got one yesterday for "Ultimate Fashion Challenge: Become a Si TV Style Reporter!". Something about this one looks really fun to me so I signed up -why not! Can't hurt! :)

If you'd like to vote for me you can do that here.

However, if you want to try and win then go here to enter.

Good luck!!

Another contest for designers...

P.Valentine boutique officially announces the first annual "City's Most Loved Designer Competition"

In the spirit of Project Runway and a pursuit for new design talent, P.Valentine in conjunction with IconStyle Inc. launches its first annual "City's Most Loved Designer" competition. Emerging designers will register for a chance of a lifetime to become the "City's Most Loved Designer".

Profiles of all participating designers will be posted for the city to poll on who they love the most. Although voting last for only one week, profiles will be on review for 29 days. Its fare game for all that apply and a great way to show Atlanta what you've got! Registrations opens Jan 16, 2008.

The public poll will open February 1, 2008 and close on February 8, 2008. The public will view your general profile/design and make their vote for the top 8 designers. From the top 8 designers judges will pick the final winner. Designers are chosen for the show based on submission through IconStyle.com and selected by some of Atlanta's most noteworthy fashion, academia & media professionals in the market.

P.Valentine requires that showcase designers have assembled their own collections and have shipped and sold at least one collection to at least one boutique or store. The shows are for designers who otherwise do not have the logistical or economic resources to mount their own professionally produced exposure event at this point in their career.

The winner of the competition will receive a signature window display and selling opportunity through P.Valentine boutique, marketing support from IconStyle Inc., a profile in BrownFashionista.com, an interview on Clutch Magazine TV, and an installation mixer privy to Atlanta's most fashion forward individuals.

To Register as a Designer visit: www.iconstyleinc.com

For more information visit: www.myspace.com/pvalentine

Media Contact: The Garner Circle PR
P: 770.256.1800 E: pr@thegarnercircle.com

SIDE NOTE: I didn't see anywhere where you have to actually be an Atlanta based designer... so it appears anyone can enter1 Best of luck!!

NWSource Seattle's Best Pet Pics

I entered my dogs, Reagan and Scooby into the NWSource Seattle's Best Pet Pics Unleashed contest a few months ago... Reagan was picked as one of 8 in the Working Dog category. I found out 2 days ago that she is 1 of 3 finalists and has the chance of winning!!

The picture here is the one I sent in for her. Regina and I went hiking with her last summer. Reagan always wears her own backpack (she LOVES that thing!!) so she can carry her own food and water. It was so hot that day so she decided to try and fit all 100lbs of herself under a small rock for shade. As you can see in the picture, that is all that would fit. She was just to big for that shade that rock provided. No worries, we poured some water on her to cool her off.

So anyways, she and I have to be present at their awards ceremony on Nov 10thfor a chance to win. Apparently we have to go and walk the runway ~ FUN!!!

I plan on taking both dogs to the event since it's a place where pets are welcome... and how often do they get to go to an awards ceremony or runway show?!

If you love animals and want to attend a free ceremony/runway show then make sure to RSVP at the link above ~ we'll see you there!!

This is the picture I sent in for Scooby for the Most Kid Friendly category... It wasn't picked... Sad... It's such a cute picture of him and Abby!!



Thanks to everyone who voted!!

Interesting website about jeans...

I received an email today about True Jeans... It said "True Jeans matches you to designer jeans that fit your unique body shape. In seconds, True Jeans tries on hundreds of jeans for you. Avoid the hassle of dressing rooms and parking lots. Use coupon code: TopButton.com at checkout and save 10%. Plus, receive free shipping on orders over $100." Well, that intrigued me... I want to try it out and see what comes up. Has anyone ever tried this site? If so, please let me know your thoughts! When I tried it it sent me several suggestions, pretty cool!

Onto more jean news: A contest!!!
Premium jeans designer Earnest Sewn will name a future pair of jeans after the winner! Earnest Sewn, fashion e-tailer shopbop and online marketing platform Brickfish have launched their "Highwaisted Jean-ius" campaign, a contest that taps into the style IQ of fashionistas and denim addicts for the comeback of highwaisted jeans. Trendsetters can submit their hot highwaisted jeans looks for the chance to win coveted Earnest Sewn jeans. This is one of the first times a fashion designer is turning to readers to guide the latest looks – readers have never had so much influence!

The grand prize winner will receive each of three new fall washes available in the highwaisted Whiley Trouser style, a value estimated at $700. The winner's name will also be used as the name for a future Earnest Sewn jeans design. One second place winner will be chosen by top score to win one new fall Whiley Trouser, a value of approximately $240. Anyone can visit the campaign to view and vote for their favorite entry! Best of luck to you!!