tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62871088651075699732024-03-20T08:11:51.854-07:00Speak With StefanyStefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.comBlogger73125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-28619678958627463192013-05-01T07:50:00.002-07:002013-05-01T07:50:43.710-07:00Mother's Day Special 30 percent off Di Manno Designs AccessoriesMother's Day is right around the corner so why not surprise your mom with a Di Manno Designs ponytail holder, headband and/or wrist band. A unique gift she will be sure to appreciate!<br />
Just go to <a href="http://dimmannodesigns.com/">dimmannodesigns.com</a> and enter MDAY2013 as the coupon code at check out and get 30 percent off your entire order! (excluding the DD line)<br />
Happy shopping!<br />
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StefanyStefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-25075389026441769832012-12-11T08:33:00.003-08:002012-12-11T08:55:53.369-08:00Di Manno Designs Christmas Special, 30 percent off all Di Manno Designs AccessoriesIt's that time of year again! Di Manno Designs is offering 30% off your entire order of Di Manno Designs accessories (excluding DD accessories) from now until December 31st. Enjoy a new ponytail holder, headband or wrist cuff to complete your look with your new holiday outfit. Just enter XMAS2012 as the coupon code at check out on <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com./">www.dimannodesigns.com.</a><br />
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Happy Holidays!<br />
StefanyStefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-74900715302265327242012-08-20T09:31:00.003-07:002012-08-20T09:41:44.602-07:00Back to School Special on Di Manno Designs AccessoriesIt's that time of year again to head back to school.<br />
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Enjoy a 20% off of <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/">Di Manno Designs accessories</a> (excluding DD line) from now until September 15th. Just go to www.dimannodesigns.com and enter Backtoschool2012 as coupon code at check out!<br />
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Bring in the new school year with some new fashionable accessories!<br />
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<br />Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-50847917981774274492012-05-01T07:20:00.000-07:002012-05-01T07:20:03.096-07:00Di Manno Designs Giving to Ilya Peckerman's Fund Benefiting Vascultis FoundationI met the fabulous <a href="http://www.pamelapekerman.com/bio.htm">Pamela Pekerman</a>, accessory and style expert awhile back at a Collective-E event. We are now both <a href="http://preneur.net/">Preneur</a> members and I recently found out Pamela lost her father to Wegener's Granulomatosis disease. So sad. Wegener's is a rare disorder in which the blood vessels become inflamed, making it hard for the blood to flow. She reached out to Preneur members to see if anyone would want to help donate a percentage off products to the <a href="http://www.vasculitisfoundation.org/peckermanfund">Iyla Peckerman's Fund Benefiting Vasculitis Foundation</a>, a foundation she created to bring awareness, increase education and assist in funding new research for Wegener's. Moved by her story, I hopped on board. 20% percent of sales of <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/shop2.htm">Di Manno Designs</a> red leather and red patent leather ponytail holders will be going to the Iyla Pekerman Fund.<br />
To find out more about Pamela Pekerman who has appeared on HSN, VH1, Better TV and ABC News Now, NBC Atlanta, NBC San Antonio, Fox Miami and more check out her website: <a href="http://www.pamelapekerman.com/bio.htm">http://www.pamelapekerman.com/bio.htm</a><br />
To find out more about Iyla Peckerman's Fund to Benefiting Vasculitis Foundation go to: <a href="http://www.vasculitisfoundation.org/peckermanfund">http://www.vasculitisfoundation.org/peckermanfund</a><br />
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I don't know what it feels like to lose a dad, but I do admire Pamela's work and efforts going to this fund to help others who may be in the same situation and to hopefully increase better results for others with this illness.Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-66587050105500411842012-04-17T08:19:00.004-07:002012-04-17T08:29:00.727-07:0020 Percent Off Mother's Day Special<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzNZEjJkRbgPLBn8RxNrOjU3EJ4zhRQbXwKXQnSJh9CI6L1M7m4r_zTUMXIKnLmCxHmNLqCugHiNi5nJVWlopj5DQuBU0J30LYD8pcRpnYgPx5one4I_SovKx0GM8QyJMzfIbVXzx6RJ8/s1600/017.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzNZEjJkRbgPLBn8RxNrOjU3EJ4zhRQbXwKXQnSJh9CI6L1M7m4r_zTUMXIKnLmCxHmNLqCugHiNi5nJVWlopj5DQuBU0J30LYD8pcRpnYgPx5one4I_SovKx0GM8QyJMzfIbVXzx6RJ8/s320/017.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5732391274886443970" /></a><br />Here at <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/index.htm">Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Manno</span> Designs</a> we like to offer discounts through out the year to reward our customers. Mother's Day is one of them! So from now until Mother's Day, May 13<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">th</span> enjoy 20% off your entire order of Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Manno</span> Designs accessories. Just go to www.dimannodesigns.com and enter <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">MDAY</span>2012 as the coupon code during check out. I didn't think my mom would wear Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Manno</span> accessories with her shorter hair, but she does, she likes the headbands! Here in the picture she is wearing a <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/shop5.htm">Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Manno</span> Designs black leather headband.</a> Enjoy your new accessory in a new season!<div>Happy Spring!:)</div>Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-28413495312218425312012-03-09T07:07:00.006-08:002012-03-09T07:40:24.243-08:00Preneur SEO blitz at Wix lounge<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwq1V4m87zvrR5hmpXmPxBuxcZRT1qFXL94O_L0RQqUq-rc4RfhxdZpMEjufshXtg3jAc5Ws-OJ20e3Ifd2V9LkM31gBQ_1UfpnkvM8NETXY_bHWpox7K5EumfnSceJ1Q8uzOjkYRxlEs/s1600/Manhattan-20120307-00212.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwq1V4m87zvrR5hmpXmPxBuxcZRT1qFXL94O_L0RQqUq-rc4RfhxdZpMEjufshXtg3jAc5Ws-OJ20e3Ifd2V9LkM31gBQ_1UfpnkvM8NETXY_bHWpox7K5EumfnSceJ1Q8uzOjkYRxlEs/s320/Manhattan-20120307-00212.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5717916368991006098" /></a><br />Attended<a href="http://preneur.net/"> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Prenuer</span>'</a>s <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">SEO</span> blitz session at the <a href="http://www.wixlounge.com/"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">WIX</span></a> lounge this week and I have to say it was a refreshing reminder to stay on top of your <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">website's</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">SEO</span> (Search Engine Optimization). Katie <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Hellmuth</span> Martin and I worked closely together when I first started <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/">Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Manno</span> Designs</a> and she taught me a number of tools to use to keep up with increasing <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">SEO</span>, getting ideas to increase it with my website and even taught me how to write a blog post! She is a graphic guru who has done a number of websites through her company,<a href="http://www.studiopixelated.com/"> Studio <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">Pixlelated</span> </a>and is extremely knowledgeable and a patient teacher for those of us who are technologically inept (<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">LOL</span>) if any of you are looking for information on this topic!<div><br /><div>She taught the class this week and went over key topics to stay on top of your <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10">SEO</span> which included:</div></div><div><br /></div><div>Check <a href="http://www.google.com/analytics/">Google Analytics</a> to see what key words your website is attracting.</div><div><br /></div><div>Google Webmaster, Google Analytics and <a href="http://statcounter.com/">Stat Counter</a> can help you with this and are free.</div><div><br /></div><div>Google <a href="http://www.google.com/ads/adwords2/#sourceid=awo&subid=us-en-ha-bk-b1-a13&medium=ha&term=%2Bgoogle%20%2Badwords&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=%2Bgoogle%20%2Badwords&utm_campaign=AdWords%3A%2BEnglish%20-%20US%20-%20BKWS%20-%20b1"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11">Adwords</span></a> and <a href="http://www.seomoz.org/features?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=keyword%20discovery&utm_campaign=keyword_tools_pm"> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_12">SEOmoz</span> </a>can help with keyword discovery.</div><div><br /></div><div>Search the "one hit wonders" in your keyword search, usually towards the bottom and may be worthwhile to write a blog post on what is being most searched to link people back to your site.</div><div><br /></div><div>Titles to blog posts are important in getting traction to the article and site.</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.majesticseo.com/">Majestic <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_13">SEO</span></a> runs a free search on competitor research and what links are working.</div><div><br /></div><div>Track your work to see what is working.</div><div><br /></div><div>Another informative and successful <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_14">Preneur</span> event at the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_15">Wix</span> Lounge. Thanks ladies!:)</div><div><br /></div>Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-58975995024831423152011-09-22T13:10:00.000-07:002011-09-23T16:16:52.503-07:00DD by Di Manno Designs Headbands in Honolua Surf Stores in Kauai, Maui, Kona and Oahu<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAQR_0NJzvJbt7Wz0qbQZ1e_QtZwizG18Sjx8heFiaM1ZsObNPu91-6TzEzYzZWBmUOLArjsnEVKR_FnvlrxK2119wsFfaVED7qM7104uUGkRxlpcCP4jd1k-j6safMULrkLhc1LEy9ww/s1600/HonoluaSurflogopic4.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAQR_0NJzvJbt7Wz0qbQZ1e_QtZwizG18Sjx8heFiaM1ZsObNPu91-6TzEzYzZWBmUOLArjsnEVKR_FnvlrxK2119wsFfaVED7qM7104uUGkRxlpcCP4jd1k-j6safMULrkLhc1LEy9ww/s320/HonoluaSurflogopic4.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5655288106412872050" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghhygf2MgdqgH-xR_olv91yJSzqvn0bWGsmQXMJ_SnK1nHUavbzu9oAXSsZheGamEDgOXE9cs8tTcSH-mgMuji36nuaQhqSWYMMIgy9kA8lnqB9PUgN9trHhURS5k1jyBe2iU9jvijEdI/s1600/HonoluaSurfCostorepic2.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghhygf2MgdqgH-xR_olv91yJSzqvn0bWGsmQXMJ_SnK1nHUavbzu9oAXSsZheGamEDgOXE9cs8tTcSH-mgMuji36nuaQhqSWYMMIgy9kA8lnqB9PUgN9trHhURS5k1jyBe2iU9jvijEdI/s320/HonoluaSurfCostorepic2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5655287975398623522" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvIKWuA9GZlmOrUSJkUSHL_NfVxynJT5rO4M5tG4hrYFPcAu8GHmRAdljvyssjAT_R5raR2m-8G0ET6ndsuW0txDPOSVhrS_ZCLyzz7N5hjXBu83dnHxnTb8TV-ZlcM-q0Ev8eriNXnV4/s1600/HonoluaSurfCologopic2.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 252px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvIKWuA9GZlmOrUSJkUSHL_NfVxynJT5rO4M5tG4hrYFPcAu8GHmRAdljvyssjAT_R5raR2m-8G0ET6ndsuW0txDPOSVhrS_ZCLyzz7N5hjXBu83dnHxnTb8TV-ZlcM-q0Ev8eriNXnV4/s320/HonoluaSurfCologopic2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5655287871380722210" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhffPFnMMRg95EYITDFlmm9uvuvlib6WbIa84l1XpgmnGCanKI_T0eHoCAgoOEbryvogaM42hbqJmqmj7YLjiTQTyKUohQSOKHUEH2xf9EzgkDbYxsbgJWTGEMMcgpgMyvkkgBK8RKn5NM/s1600/HonoluaSurfCologo5.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 153px; height: 120px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhffPFnMMRg95EYITDFlmm9uvuvlib6WbIa84l1XpgmnGCanKI_T0eHoCAgoOEbryvogaM42hbqJmqmj7YLjiTQTyKUohQSOKHUEH2xf9EzgkDbYxsbgJWTGEMMcgpgMyvkkgBK8RKn5NM/s320/HonoluaSurfCologo5.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5655287727375810578" /></a><br />Who says you can't mix business with pleasure? It worked out fabulously for <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/index.htm">Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Manno</span> Designs!</a> In April, my family and I celebrated my mom's birthday in Hawaii. One day after brunch we walked into a few stores in this shopping village in Kauai and my sister and her fiance Buddy ended up getting a few things at this boutique called <a href="http://honoluasurf.com/"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Honolua</span> Surf Co</a>. Cute boutique, loved the look, feel and the merchandise! I envisioned the new<a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/shop6.htm"> DD by Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Manno</span> Designs line</a> in there, started thinking the Gator and Patent collections would be a great fit in the store. After vacation, I reached out to them, sent samples, and as I imagined, they ended up getting the new DD by Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Manno</span> Designs Gator headbands in White, Blue and Green, Black, Brown and Red Patent headbands and the Black <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Piuma</span> Snakeskin headband!<br /><div><br /></div><div>DD by Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Manno</span> Designs Headbands can now be found in</div><div><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Honolua</span> Surf Co. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Wahine</span> stores in Hawaii at:</div><div><br /></div><div>Whaler's Village <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">Wahine</span>, Maui</div><div>2435 <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">Ka'anapoli</span> Parkway, L5</div><div><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10">Lahaina</span>, Hawaii</div><div><br /></div><div>Princess <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11">Ka'iulani</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_12">Wahine</span>, Oahu</div><div>2356 <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_13">Kalakaua</span> Ave</div><div>Honolulu, HI </div><div><br /></div><div>Kings Shop <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_14">Waikoloa</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_15">Wahine</span>, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_16">Kona</span></div><div>25o <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_17">Waikoloa</span> Beach Dr. #E4</div><div><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_18">Waikoloa</span>, HI</div><div><br /></div><div><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_19">Poipu</span> Shopping Village <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_20">Wahine</span>, Kauai</div><div>2360 <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_21">Kiahuna</span> Plantation Dr. B10</div><div><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_22">Koloa</span>, HI </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-38958140652243585912011-06-29T08:48:00.000-07:002011-06-29T09:52:35.584-07:00Di Manno Designs Ponytail Holder for Every Occasion<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVc9seoEzcfCvnBfHznr7cJUqdUvoFvxVP4VzhYQ5dyzJndq5WER47ujxj6Fzp-lZBOGBS-FwQUbEWayevbxmDWVjpMu6-njZxmkRzrL3E0vpTTJm2IMYaUkiWGX6I6fULcqd-w8Qm5t8/s1600/DDfriendsallwearingponiesshot.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVc9seoEzcfCvnBfHznr7cJUqdUvoFvxVP4VzhYQ5dyzJndq5WER47ujxj6Fzp-lZBOGBS-FwQUbEWayevbxmDWVjpMu6-njZxmkRzrL3E0vpTTJm2IMYaUkiWGX6I6fULcqd-w8Qm5t8/s320/DDfriendsallwearingponiesshot.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5623675071194013618" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjOZH-lok_SC2i0i3ev0qtdfBVD4FjseSCgQoQKqrTXhw68Csh0Y8xM_RWFzbl06kojLJnMUpc9vmL1Ey0H8Qt277ZT0ZHVdXegSDK49t462fg1fg6DLwlBgmU_g19h0g-hFEBSqjg2Wk/s1600/268580_10150663536060284_586420283_18712203_1631202_n.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 238px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjOZH-lok_SC2i0i3ev0qtdfBVD4FjseSCgQoQKqrTXhw68Csh0Y8xM_RWFzbl06kojLJnMUpc9vmL1Ey0H8Qt277ZT0ZHVdXegSDK49t462fg1fg6DLwlBgmU_g19h0g-hFEBSqjg2Wk/s320/268580_10150663536060284_586420283_18712203_1631202_n.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5623671287105632434" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaNlM00436ifhhETImzTAR6AIODKE5s0JF60KtuEGMn46mQDyMXF0odPjUG1UcygpjftGa0llVcN6WIJ1UZjFIrncxwlPdMnPIS0o5jy8WLBB8fXrhOfNL-MSPH8Ld2Gwod35JEX3IrfQ/s1600/Brenda+W+hotel+Minneapolis.Di+Manno+Designs.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaNlM00436ifhhETImzTAR6AIODKE5s0JF60KtuEGMn46mQDyMXF0odPjUG1UcygpjftGa0llVcN6WIJ1UZjFIrncxwlPdMnPIS0o5jy8WLBB8fXrhOfNL-MSPH8Ld2Gwod35JEX3IrfQ/s320/Brenda+W+hotel+Minneapolis.Di+Manno+Designs.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5623670277144215106" /></a><a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/shop.htm">Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Manno</span> Designs</a> ponytail holders are versatile and for all different <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">occasions</span>, whether you are wearing a dress, sporting jeans and a top or at a high profile event!<div><br /></div><div>In the group shot, some friends and I all went out for an event in NYC and all happened to be wearing a Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Manno</span> Designs ponytail holder with our dresses! (Python, Red Leather and Zebra Ponytail Holder standard) </div><div><br /></div><div>Shannon, a Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Manno</span> Designs fan and customer, also the "Eyebrow Expert" in St. Louis, in the pic above is wearing a Silver <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Piuma</span> Ponytail Holder (narrow) at her daughter's <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">gymnastic</span> class! The Silver <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Piuma</span> Pony is from the new <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/shop6.htm">DD by Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Manno</span> Designs collection</a>, which is made in NYC with imitation leather and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">faux</span> fur.</div><div><br /></div><div>And Brenda, President of <a href="http://victory-models.com/">Victory Models and Event Staffing</a>, in this pic was at a high profile event</div><div>for <a href="http://www.starwoodhotels.com/whotels/index.html?PS=GWS_aa_Starwood_W_Hotels_Brand_Google_EXACT_w_hotels_032811">W Hotels</a>, the opening in Minneapolis in conjunction with Relevant Marketing Group.</div><div><br /></div><div>So whatever the occasion be, going out with friends, at your daughter's gymnastic class or at an event for W hotels, don't forget to throw on your Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">Manno</span> Designs ponytail holder with your outfit if you plan to wear your hair back! Let Di Manno Designs complete your outfit whether you are in casual or fancy attire!</div>Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-10911706089791494132011-05-09T17:07:00.000-07:002011-05-10T05:31:07.975-07:00Accessories Council Event/Doneger PresentationIt was that time again for <a href="http://www.accessoriescouncil.org/">Accessories Council Event</a>/ David Wolfe's presentation (at the <a href="http://www.doneger.com/web/"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Doneger</span> Group</a>) of the Fall 2011 Runway shows and all the trends of the season. Wanted to give a recap on David's review of some of the trends he noticed. He said he thought this fashion season was the best he has seen in decades! He likes how "grown up clothes" are back in style, matching suits along with "lady-like dresses" with high necklines and sleeves. He particularly liked <a href="http://www.ralphlauren.com/home/index.jsp?&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=Google&utm_campaign=Brand%2BExact%2BRL&002=2173203&004=1858857097&005=19552646497&006=9712947337&007=Search&008=">Ralph Lauren's</a> accessories which had a vintage-<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">asian</span> inspiration and <a href="http://www.lanvin.com/e-lanvin/US/"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Lanvin's</span></a> necklaces, which looked like "art to wear." Necklaces aren't as big and bold and wrist cuffs are still very popular. He saw modern lines in the dresses and romantic jewelry popular coming back from the past. Long gloves are still in style and crazy looking shoes that look very uncomfortable were still on the runway, which David mentioned he wasn't thrilled to see! And socks being paired not only with boots, but with heels! Other items he saw on the runway are tuxedos, couture coats, capes and tunics.<div>As far as fabric, a lot of heavy weight fabric, leather, wool and fur. A lot of fur accessories! Jean Paul Gautier even designed a rolling suit case that had fur trim! Python is still very in, not just natural, but bold bright colors. Looks like <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/index.htm">Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Manno</span> Designs</a> is right on target with the <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/shop6.htm">new DD line</a>, which includes yellow and orange python (imitation) ponytail holders and headbands. He saw a lot of bright colors, hot pink, citrus orange, lemon yellow, red, blue and a lot of green accessories especially. He noticed the handbags are simpler, not so big and studded, cleaner lines and more subtle. Drapery is still out, but more subtle and dresses that are straight down and<br />"not so tight"are back. </div><div>He also started with saying that he would pick <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Chado</span> Ralph <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Rucci</span> to design for Dior and couldn't quite understand the candidates that have been mentioned in the press! As time unfolds, we shall see who gets the job...</div><div>David's presentations are fun and informative, always great to get so many good visuals of what the trends are for the season paired with a great delivery!</div>Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-18391151239220037912011-02-10T10:10:00.000-08:002011-02-10T11:03:19.995-08:00Wendy Robbin's Six Secrets to Sell a Product<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglM2ROwE5uWgs667iUgRPzMY9CoS54B4HGKxn19vaEDsRhwhXXRUI9pOr942tARt13ORkniDuUPqp4u9ls2vbxaXPPalu_1ARYn6LDU-N8W2oi_AVbJSLEF97GC-_iqZAllLq_hgtSuNc/s1600/wendyrobbins.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 172px; height: 172px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglM2ROwE5uWgs667iUgRPzMY9CoS54B4HGKxn19vaEDsRhwhXXRUI9pOr942tARt13ORkniDuUPqp4u9ls2vbxaXPPalu_1ARYn6LDU-N8W2oi_AVbJSLEF97GC-_iqZAllLq_hgtSuNc/s320/wendyrobbins.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572137067303209922" /></a><br />I met<a href="http://nowheretomillionaire.com/"> Wendy Robbins</a> when I taped the episode of <a href="http://tlc.discovery.com/tv/homemade-millionaire/">Homemade Millionaire</a> in which <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/">Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Manno</span> Designs</a> ponytail holders were featured as the invention on the premiere episode which aired on <a href="http://tlc.discovery.com/">TLC.</a> Wendy was the coach on the show who helped us with our product after the focus group competition and coached the 2 ladies who remained on the episode to prepare them for <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">HSN</span></a>. Wendy went from 10,000 in debt to making millions after selling her invention, the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Tingler</span> on <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">HSN</span>. She now coaches as well to help others get their products selling mass! Love Wendy's energy! Love her optimistic, positive and upbeat personality!<div>Wendy and I reconnected when we appeared on the <a href="http://www.wpix.com/"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">WB</span> 11 PIX news</a> to promote Homemade Millionaire. Learned about the book she just wrote, Why Marry a Millionaire? Just Be One!, read it and now would like to share some tips Wendy teaches in her free coaching videos.</div><div>Her six secrets to sell a product to anyone are:</div><div><br /></div><div>1. Create rapport</div><div>Ask questions and maintain eye contact with who you are selling to. Be personable.</div><div><br /></div><div>2. Create a headline that describes your product. "Think like Twitter," she says and fill in the blank. My product is a better way to___. Short and to the point! </div><div><br /></div><div>3. The Industry. "How Big?" </div><div>Figure out the problem and how many people need your product. You can google "free keyword search" and check to see how many people are searching for your product.</div><div><br /></div><div>4. Your Product-the unique solution.</div><div>Why is your product unique, what sets it aside from what is already out there.</div><div><br /></div><div>5. Demo</div><div>Create an effective demo for your product. Demonstrate how quick and easy it is to use.</div><div><br /></div><div>6. Sale</div><div>Don't be afraid to ask people to buy your product. Let people know WHY they should buy!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Whether this is just a reminder for you if you have a product or this sparks some new ideas for you, hope this helps you to market your product more effectively, so it in turn will sell more!</div>Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-55080618050242842722010-12-17T10:51:00.000-08:002011-05-07T04:59:19.067-07:00Arm Candy<div>Recently a hype has been created about the newest arm candy known as the wrist band and the effect it has on one's look. When completing a look, one of the accessories that helps complete the overall look is a wrist band that speaks for its self. People are crazy about it and so are celebrities, a number of celebrities have been spotted rocking them on their arms and that number is sure to increase. As seen on TV and magazines, <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/">Di Manno Designs</a> offers a wide range of wrist bands to its customers, from traditional designs to its daring leather and animal prints you are sure to find one that compliments your taste. They also make a great holiday gift for your loved ones. Modernize your look with a leather wrist band for a young and edgy-er look.<br /><br />Visit http:<a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/shopw.htm">//www.dimannodesigns.com/</a> and start shopping.<br /><br /><br /></div><div> </div><br /><br /><div><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7CUkOGcDvtmdYX27BuE2ncySPY6B5SGcrSZ9kxQYZrz680fXsbINXDtZUUb_EKdyNSJ87BxevpJTIvCQ1JjwBLAVma2-L4mCezun2XuRqiH2cUY1Po9HoN6vkLmcPvd8Lvn6jT-MJ7rc/s1600/imagesCAB8J8B9.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 259px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 194px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5551739369888885458" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7CUkOGcDvtmdYX27BuE2ncySPY6B5SGcrSZ9kxQYZrz680fXsbINXDtZUUb_EKdyNSJ87BxevpJTIvCQ1JjwBLAVma2-L4mCezun2XuRqiH2cUY1Po9HoN6vkLmcPvd8Lvn6jT-MJ7rc/s320/imagesCAB8J8B9.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqg2L5w5IZXjoPDBE6YzxztNsp3n-i34yb2oprX2HWmjCjJW-KMgybcooxDZtIJfFkppNxRv_rPPPaYYv4E90YdbCsVcYzMOthmfLV6Cfgdxrl9Q8qTQM9NiIpf2OlUP2s2L6FMu1j3ZA/s1600/images.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 118px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5551739372844844178" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqg2L5w5IZXjoPDBE6YzxztNsp3n-i34yb2oprX2HWmjCjJW-KMgybcooxDZtIJfFkppNxRv_rPPPaYYv4E90YdbCsVcYzMOthmfLV6Cfgdxrl9Q8qTQM9NiIpf2OlUP2s2L6FMu1j3ZA/s320/images.jpg" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSzL0nvECJ-qFoQhlgqL72glK-wRww0kq6PNd1JDjNMiWxVIORwjL8VEo-x7uF36d0TExqBn92C5O2X2FxzrXI0xbgk3gzS_vpKZJ6PNhXSWpUEEivy8BeDrpVyuWddT27_fV6_7_LKoY/s1600/imagesCA4G0UUY.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 241px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 154px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5551739381231380098" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSzL0nvECJ-qFoQhlgqL72glK-wRww0kq6PNd1JDjNMiWxVIORwjL8VEo-x7uF36d0TExqBn92C5O2X2FxzrXI0xbgk3gzS_vpKZJ6PNhXSWpUEEivy8BeDrpVyuWddT27_fV6_7_LKoY/s320/imagesCA4G0UUY.jpg" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1mnm8GWGAoxh43I5EPeFvmcq0dXmiVnsyn-6-JLS-LPjx7Z-us6DrXF716BDxyD6aMj55AifAETRlDVe0D3nR0vXce0Ops0vr0CVuBmHe8y7zzxUcDhTpgP-8Bs59kLLSI9Ax90ve2AU/s1600/imagesCAJHLY1J.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 179px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 282px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5551739372042932802" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1mnm8GWGAoxh43I5EPeFvmcq0dXmiVnsyn-6-JLS-LPjx7Z-us6DrXF716BDxyD6aMj55AifAETRlDVe0D3nR0vXce0Ops0vr0CVuBmHe8y7zzxUcDhTpgP-8Bs59kLLSI9Ax90ve2AU/s320/imagesCAJHLY1J.jpg" /></a></div></div>Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-53922361120486925862010-12-10T07:34:00.000-08:002010-12-13T08:44:35.669-08:00Ruth's Interview with Stefany regarding Kelly Ripa's new TV show on TLC, Homemade Millionaire<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZNS2RzmzWSnM3KQJJ1WKwOkziHnwotXvG_eOOwK6Gm3PUjdjX6SUc6-9Ct1hQTIUY0RBnK4HiwGypGr46FMUk6JNVY3o-QInd5tiUYg7-baQsgrb33HO5uwSmyVC7si7XJO0pIIq67dU/s1600/040.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZNS2RzmzWSnM3KQJJ1WKwOkziHnwotXvG_eOOwK6Gm3PUjdjX6SUc6-9Ct1hQTIUY0RBnK4HiwGypGr46FMUk6JNVY3o-QInd5tiUYg7-baQsgrb33HO5uwSmyVC7si7XJO0pIIq67dU/s320/040.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5549144831647842754" /></a><br /><div>Ruth, one of Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Manno</span></span></span> Designs interns, wanted to interview me about my experience with being on <a href="http://tlc.discovery.com/tv/homemade-millionaire/"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">TLC's</span></span> Homemade Millionaire.</a> I thought it was a good idea and so here it is...</div><div><br /></div><div>Did you hear? Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Manno</span></span></span> Designs exclusive collection was featured on Kelly <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Ripa's</span></span></span> new hit reality show <a href="http://tlc.discovery.com/videos/homemade-millionaire-meet-the-inventors.html">Homemade Millionaire on TLC</a> and today <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Stefany</span></span></span> is dishing about her experience on the show! Check out what the buzz is about on TLC and don’t forget to visit <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/">http://www.dimannodesigns.com/</a><br /><br /><strong>How did the process of appearing on Homemade Millionaire come about?<br /></strong>My friend Juan actually told me about the casting call they were having, and I almost <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">didn</span></span></span>’t go because I did not want to be on a reality show, but when I thought about all the effort, money and time I have put into Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Manno</span></span></span> Designs, I decided I owed it to the company to go because it could be a good opportunity.<br /><br /><strong>What was the first thought that came to mind when you found out that they were interested in Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Manno</span></span></span> Designs?</strong><br />I was so happy and excited to be able to be part of the show! I was also shocked because when I went to the audition, I knew the odds of actually booking it, so I <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">wasn</span></span></span>’t expecting that! I was just thinking it was a good exercise for me to go through and good to also get my product in front of the casting agents/producers. And I was relieved because they had me on hold from December until March. I auditioned in August, was called in December to be “on hold” and in March was booked to be on it and we started taping shortly after.<br /><br /><strong>How was your experience on the show? What word/s would you use to explain or express it?<br /></strong>With one word, NERVE RACKING!!! They <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">wouldn</span></span></span>’t tell us <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10">ANYTHNG</span></span></span> about what we would be doing on the show, we found out that day right before we had to do something so I had to think on my feet. I felt like one big ball of anxiety! I like when I have time to prepare and practice, but on this show, that <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11">wasn</span></span></span>’t the agenda while making it. Working with Kelly was great though, she is so kind, caring and humble. She was cracking jokes to break the ice and make us feel comfortable. At one point she even apologized for getting her lines wrong, saying we deserved better! I was like, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_12"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_12">uhhmm</span></span></span>…if it <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_12"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_13"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_13">weren</span></span></span>’t for you, we <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_13"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_14"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_14">wouldn</span></span></span>’t even be here! <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_14"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_15"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_15">LOL</span></span></span> It was refreshing to see her, a celebrity, so down to earth and genuine. It was also great to meet <a href="http://www.nowheretomillionaire.com/">Wendy Robbins, </a>who was also on the show, who invented the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_16"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_16">Tingler</span></span>! Always inspiring to meet people who have so much passion and are successful. I liked the fact she was so positive and upbeat. Even after being eliminated, she told me to never stop at no for an answer and encouraged me to keep trying to open doors and get my product out there. Take advantage of all opportunities! Was great to hear that at that moment. After all, one door closes and another opens...:)<br /><br /><strong>How do you think the show will add on to the success of Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_15"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_17"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_17">Manno</span></span></span> designs?</strong><br />I am hoping it will open doors for my company. I am looking for mass production. I think regardless, the press is good because it shows people that the product has potential and that there is something special about Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_16"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_18"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_18">Manno</span></span></span> Designs for it to be chosen out of thousands of contestants to be on an episode of the show. I see the potential it has to go mass, so it will be good when I have that mass selling platform to prove it!<br /><br /><strong>What’s next for the company/ where do you see your product in a couple of years from now?</strong><br />I see it selling mass on TV, on the web and in more retail stores in the US as well as overseas.<br /><br /><strong>What can the customers of Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_17"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_19"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_19">Manno</span></span></span> Designs look forward to next?</strong><br />More collections and possibly even different accessories! Stay tuned! :)<br /><br /><br /></div>Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-58160356096363897052010-11-12T08:10:00.000-08:002010-11-18T10:02:03.043-08:00Michelle Cleveland and Roberto Gonzalez, my Hair and Makeup Team for Kelly Ripa's Homemade Millionaire Show on TLC<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnpvX-wG7SS4cTZt1-u4oy0PUe4rO-bdIjy_LDLDG7A-n6xHMlcZ7XnTP1Nzf4YhJXDok5YHOxQmhzF_1NwFp_dEaW8k5WZn7kszoFHMtzqhPa0_bIm3B-sBMSPJ_hN6I02sHJiLoKpUI/s1600/DDKellyRipaShowRobertodoingmakeuppic2.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnpvX-wG7SS4cTZt1-u4oy0PUe4rO-bdIjy_LDLDG7A-n6xHMlcZ7XnTP1Nzf4YhJXDok5YHOxQmhzF_1NwFp_dEaW8k5WZn7kszoFHMtzqhPa0_bIm3B-sBMSPJ_hN6I02sHJiLoKpUI/s320/DDKellyRipaShowRobertodoingmakeuppic2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5538714899270164706" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" ><u><br /></u></span></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjPEkC7oUM3GURo5wxN7ViHrtpcm0YBKZF86GNjtfs_AhF_i8gfIXb9I5erakCpmjzE418zfQHnfgC-k3u86hzpzB7IGAZCBYyVGcOm-Pj027A2qaBP1dEeFPcH84KzQfxYpC151wn0GA/s1600/DDKellyRipashowRobertodoingmakeuppic.jpg"><br /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXe0oFqwmL_c2Phs1rB8pLw1lQGtY4l-dPjgT10fj1i8tJdtlqLv5BbRIrwvgHLMH4xgb4z8LyhsedYvAC015XuYjDE3dmSQpDNp3I89hPMmBXcgjlr8gq4gyrIyhlIHXu2u1gjTZXUrw/s1600/DDKellyRipashowMichelleworkingonhairpic.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXe0oFqwmL_c2Phs1rB8pLw1lQGtY4l-dPjgT10fj1i8tJdtlqLv5BbRIrwvgHLMH4xgb4z8LyhsedYvAC015XuYjDE3dmSQpDNp3I89hPMmBXcgjlr8gq4gyrIyhlIHXu2u1gjTZXUrw/s320/DDKellyRipashowMichelleworkingonhairpic.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5538697885403600578" /></a><br /><b>Michelle Cleveland</b><div><b>"the hair extension expert" </b></div><div>did my hair for the<a href="http://tlc.discovery.com/"> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">TLC's</span></span></span></a><a href="http://tlc.discovery.com/tv/homemade-millionaire/"> Homemade Millionaire</a> episode </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Before I turned 30 years old, I decided to treat myself to long and luxurious hair and since then, haven't been able to stop! She told me they were addictive and she was right! And the good news is they are not bad for your hair, so you don't have to compromise tearing out your hair, like some of the other extensions out there do. I love the way those lovely locks look on my head and I love Michelle Cleveland, the woman behind making that magic happen. I was introduced to her through<a href="http://www.marialacomme.com/"> Maria <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Lacomme</span></span></span> Salon</a> and have been going to her since, or should say, she has been coming to me, as she comes to my apartment for our maintenance appointments every 2 months. Over the past 3 years, it has been truly a pleasure getting to know this beautiful woman. When we are together we have time to talk and that is what we do! She likes to listen to my crazy stories, she often says she lives vicariously through me, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">lol</span></span></span> and I like to hear her thoughts and opinions. I respect her and what she stands for. She started doing copper lock extensions after working for another extension brand, that she saw was ruining people's hair. She couldn't bear to see that, so she turned to copper locks, to continue doing the work she loved, but doing it, knowing she wouldn't be responsible for ruining <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">anyone's</span></span></span> hair. She often talks about the integrity of your hair, she firmly believes in keeping it and won't do anything to <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">jeopardize</span> your hair. She follows her heart and her passion and has one of the biggest hearts I know, and that is what I love about her. She is real, down to earth and genuine. So for me, it has been like getting 2 treatments in one, getting the hair done and getting to spend time connecting with a friend! Another thing I love about Michelle is that she has been so supportive and has believed in me and <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/">Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Manno</span></span></span> Designs</a> from day one. She had and has nothing but positive things to say about my company ever since I first started it, which has been so inspiring. She touched me most when she came to the hotel and stayed overnight with me to prep my hair and did it in the morning before we started taping! You don't meet people like Michelle every day and that is why she is dear to me and in my heart. It feels good to see the people who stand behind you when starting a company, so thank you Michelle for that. I love you and keep up the good work! She lives in NJ and has clients both in NJ and NYC, so if you are looking to get extensions in, and for a good person you can trust with your hair, you can reach her at: mcleveland1020@aol.com.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Roberto Gonzalez "the make up and hair artist"</b></div><div>did my makeup for <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">TLC's</span></span> Homemade Millionaire episode </div><div><br /></div><div>Roberto and I go way back! Years ago we met, I was in the modeling industry, and he was my make up and hair artist for a<a href="http://www.jcpenney.com/jcp/default.aspx?&cm_mmc=Google-_-G_JCP_Official_Site-_-G_JCP_Official_Site-_-j%20c%20penney"> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">JCPenney</span></span></a> ad I did for <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Amercian</span></span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">Tourister</span></span>. At the time we met at <a href="http://www.keelphoto.com/">Michael Keel's studio</a> for head shots I was getting done. He worked with Michael Keel and Bill Morris, 2 NYC <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">photographers</span>, who at the time shared a working space for years. We worked on other projects together as well and used to meet up in Hell's Kitchen for happy hour to catch up and just have a good time. Love him! He is fabulous and has a huge heart. A fellow LEO, we instantly connected! Always learn new little tips on how to do my hair from him. Am currently using a curling iron he gave me as a gift to curl my hair.:) Over the years, Roberto has done many different projects and has been booked <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10">consistently</span> because he loves his craft and is simply good at it. It was so special to me that Roberto did my makeup for the TV show, considering we knew and worked together YEARS ago. It was nice to reconnect with him in a new light with a new project. Thanks for all of your help Roberto over the years and for the memories of my NYC experience, love you! If you want to reach Roberto, you can email him at: roberto.face.artist@gmail.com. Check out his portfolio at:</div><div><a href="http://robertogonzalez.sites.livebooks.com/#mi=1&pt=0&pi=5&s=0&p=-1&a=0&at=0">http://robertogonzalez.sites.livebooks.com/#mi=1&pt=0&pi=5&s=0&p=-1&a=0&at=0</a></div><div><br /></div><div>I always used to love and STILL love getting my hair and makeup done! It is so relaxing and it is fun to create new looks! Glad Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">Manno</span></span> Designs has let me tap back into that. Also feel blessed that I have people like Roberto and Michelle in my life who I know I can call and they will be there to help me out, know my needs and in return, I will be happy with the results!:)</div>Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-77923627797850128972010-11-05T09:39:00.000-07:002010-11-11T06:58:43.374-08:00Check Out the “IT” Accessories of the Season<div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7Za6xu0L23boQ1kib8AZWFzz3C6CR7h-rdE7YQa7g51WB4l4o0-cv5xj3Xg8SRnzAdXyk3_udq0SXaVkm3F_RJzu0xIaVBahcONOI9VjygbHDZmB1_pwWZjYd-FbA7WLBQonvJ7110yQ/s1600/seventeenb2.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 245px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536120902089866178" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7Za6xu0L23boQ1kib8AZWFzz3C6CR7h-rdE7YQa7g51WB4l4o0-cv5xj3Xg8SRnzAdXyk3_udq0SXaVkm3F_RJzu0xIaVBahcONOI9VjygbHDZmB1_pwWZjYd-FbA7WLBQonvJ7110yQ/s320/seventeenb2.jpg" /></a><br /><br />In the fashion world, accessories are the icing on the cake, the growing trend of headbands and other accessories have taken the industry by storm. Many celebrities are embracing this trend and Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Manno</span></span> Designs is doing the same! Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Manno</span></span> Designs has all the latest hair accessories with a twist, not only can it spice up any look, it completes it with a finished and polished look. With an array of textures, prints and designs, it can also showcase your personal style. So whether you enjoy leather or animal prints Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Manno</span></span> Designs has the headband, ponytail holder and wrist band that will compliment and take your look from flab to fab.<br /><br /><br /><br /><div>Visit <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/">http://www.dimannodesigns.com/</a> and shop for your new favorite accessory today!</div></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><br />Celebs in Ponytails<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLXXjWW7DFDwgUJYDPNigISDh8D1icy8ghwzCE_laikpPpiEFbis35HgBNhUsePeyK4G9W0CrsR9_cLhFl4P4pfQQer2yH0GzSTwmyOCpgKR-hAqFoReZGX6z0stz-sRwqfx_7jtT87aA/s1600/imagesCAD52Q8A.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 183px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 275px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536122181257213954" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLXXjWW7DFDwgUJYDPNigISDh8D1icy8ghwzCE_laikpPpiEFbis35HgBNhUsePeyK4G9W0CrsR9_cLhFl4P4pfQQer2yH0GzSTwmyOCpgKR-hAqFoReZGX6z0stz-sRwqfx_7jtT87aA/s320/imagesCAD52Q8A.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMb0_IB5O7uX1K_xfFIMBrsjiXieoIL3ItX1qrkywJ3rSyXrYJUWI9WOl533SsDxxO0mMNUmxkNf-CYsHPjKrSdGwiA4BwtRrHsvMXXKgt0qx_ae3dYUiFEVL33nDvedWUemTHEMqt4Dg/s1600/imagesCAQFP5GU.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 198px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 255px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536120415817143186" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMb0_IB5O7uX1K_xfFIMBrsjiXieoIL3ItX1qrkywJ3rSyXrYJUWI9WOl533SsDxxO0mMNUmxkNf-CYsHPjKrSdGwiA4BwtRrHsvMXXKgt0qx_ae3dYUiFEVL33nDvedWUemTHEMqt4Dg/s320/imagesCAQFP5GU.jpg" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaRTu1iIDCvJiLzkbu9i9EzlFAhNMgIyan0ovpFmexYxc4Ssnw0eeLJKcn7dU2nFQD0FaMS0902kWLrm5iMYC0p6W9ot18WjEsoN51n4PdlP8omx0fiw5f_HQ_onhIusrsSim8jM0r87E/s1600/imagesCA06WWQP.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 194px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 260px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536120413788599842" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaRTu1iIDCvJiLzkbu9i9EzlFAhNMgIyan0ovpFmexYxc4Ssnw0eeLJKcn7dU2nFQD0FaMS0902kWLrm5iMYC0p6W9ot18WjEsoN51n4PdlP8omx0fiw5f_HQ_onhIusrsSim8jM0r87E/s320/imagesCA06WWQP.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br />Celebs in Headbands<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggvop4B57sd67sx99u4sId4FvuhNP9Q9l72Yg0zlBHrPNskm-OrhO7ZaTFJdr0zoYK4dMq6O8hdy3ZgLheyW8TwpKH8Y-S6LmC8l1Wv8UA6a8Pbr4YjmH0GHuU4wDtjjeoQSTOPm9-3v8/s1600/imagesCAY4V98M.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 222px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 167px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536119854115802018" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggvop4B57sd67sx99u4sId4FvuhNP9Q9l72Yg0zlBHrPNskm-OrhO7ZaTFJdr0zoYK4dMq6O8hdy3ZgLheyW8TwpKH8Y-S6LmC8l1Wv8UA6a8Pbr4YjmH0GHuU4wDtjjeoQSTOPm9-3v8/s320/imagesCAY4V98M.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5HfBLkXXet8B-BaZjV6u2k2Xl85IlRD3XOYnr9Mo5qcBrGihMIp8acw6QfhS-cRECeHmwkKKFENtI5fZxguPKLT1uEv7RO8Kqq4Sxp6no0j4alZ8Y7Kd1Vbf2q07NngogaVpquRGfPA4/s1600/imagesCATQG4JT.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 194px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 260px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536119847831806850" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5HfBLkXXet8B-BaZjV6u2k2Xl85IlRD3XOYnr9Mo5qcBrGihMIp8acw6QfhS-cRECeHmwkKKFENtI5fZxguPKLT1uEv7RO8Kqq4Sxp6no0j4alZ8Y7Kd1Vbf2q07NngogaVpquRGfPA4/s320/imagesCATQG4JT.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbeUFGfvjJnbWTNmlxIc_8Yym8x9rR5yzX2vvMNiFMOcneaSz-6eJ4RhCa1obAwznd0RulsXapBqh2GaxnTWvDAq9-0yc6BsRJMh-L19a23M_wdd1DUhhhQLZ8eDI0IuKGJ_Uj2HKDmPk/s1600/imagesCAANBJQA.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 202px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 250px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536119837648305186" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbeUFGfvjJnbWTNmlxIc_8Yym8x9rR5yzX2vvMNiFMOcneaSz-6eJ4RhCa1obAwznd0RulsXapBqh2GaxnTWvDAq9-0yc6BsRJMh-L19a23M_wdd1DUhhhQLZ8eDI0IuKGJ_Uj2HKDmPk/s320/imagesCAANBJQA.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><br /></div>Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-77403483129647429682010-11-05T06:08:00.000-07:002010-11-05T07:59:27.735-07:00Kelvin Gary, Passionate Personal Trainer at Equinox<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgorvPaRABWX59L96Oauz6DXaCGdqJNdtNcgj8zfxt2dHQtYUEMrhRIcu73eBtCCDnARql6NI7GR471efty4W7dudepqG-PPmoS2NzNYcNc_sr4XsgacDZK4C7cTEo3wPxQ0ewBuy_RU5k/s1600/Kelvingarypersonaltraining2.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgorvPaRABWX59L96Oauz6DXaCGdqJNdtNcgj8zfxt2dHQtYUEMrhRIcu73eBtCCDnARql6NI7GR471efty4W7dudepqG-PPmoS2NzNYcNc_sr4XsgacDZK4C7cTEo3wPxQ0ewBuy_RU5k/s320/Kelvingarypersonaltraining2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536052935157775714" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjM2wKDaAlZ0VuYKGaj-kiu4ZGGhhV8f_Pv9e5j6-jaX_MZ8uKk8kczaQNexB22Ogy4Fu9o6EpTBc419fPFW5xC1-hP0MKrI9RYeIG5m3Zv5C16gtB13xySVRWcsdWBq_D5pXeWMTJ1gOw/s1600/Kelvinpersonaltraining1.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjM2wKDaAlZ0VuYKGaj-kiu4ZGGhhV8f_Pv9e5j6-jaX_MZ8uKk8kczaQNexB22Ogy4Fu9o6EpTBc419fPFW5xC1-hP0MKrI9RYeIG5m3Zv5C16gtB13xySVRWcsdWBq_D5pXeWMTJ1gOw/s320/Kelvinpersonaltraining1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536052797834500114" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiolEuiyie4cTaKh_HS9MyIvYEct-eFeMCfOkmRf-D34NeeaCRIocBc0PCeaRmLzxAn4kCMk4HcShdgcdCYwh2N8LOaH8KIwuuuiJuRSTlm0Z0F5RIEBonjktgufhqWRXYGxaGtvnk-GSc/s1600/kelvingarypersonaltraining3.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiolEuiyie4cTaKh_HS9MyIvYEct-eFeMCfOkmRf-D34NeeaCRIocBc0PCeaRmLzxAn4kCMk4HcShdgcdCYwh2N8LOaH8KIwuuuiJuRSTlm0Z0F5RIEBonjktgufhqWRXYGxaGtvnk-GSc/s320/kelvingarypersonaltraining3.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536052595046844690" /></a><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Kelvin and I go WAY back! We met freshmen year of college at the University of Miami and quickly became friends. Kelvin is one of those people that has a kind disposition, easy to get a along with, genuine and is just one of those all around GOOD guys. He is the kind of guy that would be there to help you out of a bind. On a personal level, I will never forgot our inside bonding jokes from the stories we shared in college and one of our interesting excursions to South Beach! On a business level, I am impressed with his enthusiasm and admire his intelligence, drive and passion for life and doing what he loves to do, which is personal training. Kelvin has always been into fitness, one of the places I saw him most at University of Miami was the gym! When I first ran into Kelvin in NYC, it had been years since I had seen him, I was promoting some liquor, and at the time, he was working in finance at Pfizer and before that as an engineer at Merck. I had no doubt that he was great at these jobs, but when he decided to start doing work as a personal trainer, I was happy and so excited for him, because I feel this job fits him best. He is a natural at it, which I have seen just from knowing him at college. He was always consistent with his work outs and challenged himself each and every time he was at the gym. Now in less than 1 year of working as a personal trainer at Equinox, he has over 30 clients! His passion and knowledge in this field is paying off!</div><div>Here is my interview with Kelvin.</div><div><br /></div><div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:10.0pt"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">What inspired you to become a personal trainer?</span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">My Inspiration came from a great piece of advice that was given to me by a mentor years ago.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>He told me that to really succeed, you have to do what you love and love what you do.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>After almost 10 years in the corporate world I woke up one day and asked myself if I was doing what I loved and loving what I was doing and the answer was no.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>At that time I had already gotten my personal training certification, because I thought it would help me with my own health and fitness.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>With the help of a few close friends and a really supportive wife, I started to put my certification to use training others.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>I quickly found that personal training was the right path for me.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>I’<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">ve</span> always seen myself as a motivator and someone who loved working with people in a positive way.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>I also loved the health and fitness field.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>Becoming a personal trainer was a perfect way for me to do what love and love what I do.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:10.0pt"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">How many clients are you currently working with?</span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>I currently work with over 30 clients, in both 1 on 1 and semi-private settings.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:10.0pt"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">What do you think sets you aside from other trainers out there?</span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">I like to think that there are a couple of things that set me aside from other trainers.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>If I had to choose I’d have to say my people skills and my attention to detail set me apart.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>I treat each of my clients with the utmost respect, no matter who they are.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>If they’re having a bad day I try my best to change that for them.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>I want my clients to leave sessions with me feeling like it was the best part of their day.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">In regards to attention to detail, I feel that my background as an engineer helps me look at the human body for what it is, one of the most complicated pieces of machinery ever created.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>With that in mind I try to make sure that everything my clients do has a purpose and is specific to their goals.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>If they want to tone up and lose weight, I make sure their program is designed to get them there quickly and safely. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Would you say you have a niche?</span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>At the moment my client base has a pretty broad range of goals.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>The number one goal of my clients is weight loss and body fat reduction and so far I’<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">ve</span> been pretty successful at that.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>My athletic background however has drawn me towards sports performance, so I would say that training athletes is my “niche”.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>I have runners, cyclist and multi-sport athletes as clients who I’<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">ve</span> helped get better through corrective exercise and functional strength training.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:10.0pt"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Do you incorporate any eating suggestions in the session?</span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>Since I’m not a registered dietitian, I’m limited in the nutritional advice that I can give.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>With that in mind I do provide my clients with information on diet and nutrition within the scope of my certifications.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:10.0pt"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">What is it like working with Equinox?</span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>Working with Equinox has been a great experience.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>When it comes to health and fitness clubs you can’t ask for better facilities.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>The members are also really serious about their health and fitness which makes my job easier.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:10.0pt"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Why does your routine work so well for your clients?<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>And also, do you customize routines according to the individual?</span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Every one of my clients has a program designed specifically with their needs and goals in mind. Their program takes into consideration any postural or movement issues they may have and their current health status.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>This is all information that I collect in my initial assessment of each client.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>If corrective exercise needs to be incorporated into our routine I start there so that I make sure they are in the right condition to get into shape.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>Said another way if my client has issues that if not corrected can lead to an injury, I address those issues as a part of their routine.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>If my clients are injured they can’t be in the gym with me working towards their goals.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Also some clients progress faster than others and need to be challenged accordingly.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>My view is that “If it’s too easy then it’s not for us”.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>With that in mind I definitely vary in the way challenge each client based on their skill level.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Lastly, I make sure I change my teaching style.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>Some people learn by doing, others learn by seeing and others learn by listening.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>The way I see it, it’s not my client’s responsibility to adapt to my teaching style, it’s my responsibility to adapt to the learning style of each client. That’s what allows us to get more done.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:10.0pt"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Where do you see yourself with personal training in the next 5 years?</span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Over the next 5 years I see myself becoming one of the top health and fitness professionals in New York City and eventually the Country.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>It’s a large order but I really love my job to I truly believe anything is possible.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">Congrats Kelvin on your success! It is always good to see people doing what they love to do! It's no fun being with a trainer who just goes through the motions, with Kelvin you are with someone who genuinely cares about your goals and the effort and time it takes to achieve the results. He is always up to date with his craft and will work with you to find a routine that is specific to your needs. So if you are in the market for a personal trainer, I highly recommend Kelvin Gary!<br /></span></p></div>Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-72646491642155067732010-09-20T10:23:00.000-07:002010-09-20T10:57:30.398-07:00Urban Interns, the Go To Site to Get Help<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh33soOIeKIGNH5EPVQnjBhQrq0odAlhPfrqZx_UPSlNy6PVKtZnrd5sUxf_eIR2Rs0oUcSdi3QLLbQVKjmvga10as4UGhvcmNhYCyqS4jm-7qfQwIBk5Q0AryIL3lmqjtb0urCJZuHenI/s1600/Urbaninternpic.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 220px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh33soOIeKIGNH5EPVQnjBhQrq0odAlhPfrqZx_UPSlNy6PVKtZnrd5sUxf_eIR2Rs0oUcSdi3QLLbQVKjmvga10as4UGhvcmNhYCyqS4jm-7qfQwIBk5Q0AryIL3lmqjtb0urCJZuHenI/s320/Urbaninternpic.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5519049336142842802" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br />I was introduced to <a href="http://www.urbaninterns.com/ui/findanurbanintern">Urban Interns</a> through <a href="http://www.collectivee.com/">Collective-E, </a>the entrepreneur group I am a member of. Urban Interns is an online service for companies to find interns and for interns to find jobs. They have a database of interns looking for work, and as a company, you can post a job posting, that stays on their website for 1 month or for however long you are subscribed. Urban Interns is owned by Lauren <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Porat</span> and Cari <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Sommer</span>. I decided to try out their service last year and found my first intern for</span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" ><a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/">Di Manno Designs</a> right away! She worked out well, for months assisted me in research, lists and phone calls etc. This year, I signed up again and am happy to say that in my first week of being on Urban Interns, found an intern who is helping me out! I was very impressed with my intern's resume and experience. She is awesome! I have personally met Lauren at a Collective-E event and can say she is pleasant, professional and when you have a question about the site, it is sure to be answered promptly!:)</span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" >Here is my interview with Lauren:</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" >How did you come up with the idea for Urban Interns?</span></b></div><div><b><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: rgb(30, 72, 124); "><span class="Apple-style-span" >My business partner Cari <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Sommer</span> and I started working on the idea for Urban Interns in the late summer 2008, so the world looked a lot different then. The recession was in full swing and full time hiring had come to a screeching halt, but we saw that companies were still looking for help to grow their businesses. But they were trending towards part time hires, interns and freelancers because of the inherent flexibility in this type of help. On the other side of the employment equation, job-seekers were increasingly looking for this type of work to build skill sets, build resumes, and get the phenomenal experience of working with <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">start ups</span> and small businesses. So we created Urban Interns to connect growing companies with people seeking part time jobs, internships and freelance positions – and the idea really took off. <br /><br /></span> </span></b></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span></b></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" >What ways do you market your business?</span></b></div><div><b><span style="font-size: 12pt; "><span class="Apple-style-span" >To date, we’<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">ve</span> had phenomenal press (Fox Business News, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">WSJ</span>, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Crain</span>’s, Inc. and most recently <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">TechCrunch</span>) and done a lot of social media marketing. We are frequently cited as experts on hiring-related topics, and we write a monthly column on hiring related topics for Entrepreneur.com. On the job-seeker side, we work closely with top tier universities to get the word out about our business. Going forward, we’ll be expanding our marketing efforts online.</span></span></b></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span></b></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span></b></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" >In your experience, was it hard to get people to sign up and/or companies?</span></b></div><div><b><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: rgb(30, 72, 124); "><span class="Apple-style-span" >It’s really a no-<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">brainer</span> for both job seekers and employers to try Urban <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">Interns</span>. For job-seekers, it’s free to post your profile and your personal information is protected, so there’s no downside if you’re looking for a job. Employers pay to post on our site (consistent with most other job boards out there), but it’s a very affordable price for a small business - $39.95, which gives you one job post plus unlimited database access for 30 days – especially relative to the competition. Other job boards cost hundreds of dollars to post (and don’t give you database access), and <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10">Craig's</span> List is cheap but can be <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11">spammy</span> and is also not a database. Employers like having the ability to BOTH post AND search (or one or the other). So if you’re a growing company looking for an extra set of hands – which many are in the areas of social media, PR, email marketing, blogging, research, admin, etc. - it makes a lot of sense.</span></span></b></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span></b></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span></b></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" >How many interns and/or companies are currently subscribed?</span></b></div><div><b><span style="font-size: 12pt; "><span class="Apple-style-span" >We have thousands of people in our database, but we don’t divulge more specifics than that. </span></span></b></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span></b></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span></b></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" >Do you have any plans for growth or expansion in the near future?</span></b></div><div><b><span style="font-size: 12pt; "><span class="Apple-style-span" >Yes! We’re working on a fantastic relaunch with a new and improved look and feel, and better features and functionality, all to make the process of connecting that much easier. We’re really excited – stay tuned! <br /><br /></span> </span></b></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span></b></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" ><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 15px; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" ><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" >I am happy I was introduced to Urban Interns and am impressed with the level of professionalism and the <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_12">caliber</span> of people their site attracts! And of course I am most happy with all the hours of valuable help I am getting from my interns.:) My hope is that they are learning and gaining experience, which they can use in the future. I realize it is a 2 way street and want them to get what they need out of the internship. Most of us have had an internship or two in the past, doesn't seem like that will ever change, so congrats to Urban Interns for putting together this company and site to make it convenient and easier for us to find qualified interns!</span></span></span></b></span></span></div><div><br /><div><br /></div></div></div>Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-82522301908333189342010-08-13T13:14:00.000-07:002010-08-13T13:42:25.993-07:00Zumba with Jeannine at Club H FitnessI just joined <a href="http://www.clubhfitness.com/">Club H Fitness </a>and I have really been enjoying the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Zumba</span> class there with Jeannine. This is the first time I have ever heard or taken a <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Zumba</span> class, apparently it is pretty big and is getting tons of press because it is so popular! I love it because Jeannine is amazing, it's fun to be in a class with her because she exudes such great positive energy!!! And those of us who take gym classes regularly know that the instructor can make or break the class and Jeannine definitely MAKES it! The music is awesome and it's fun to dance to it. Besides her great spirit, Jeannine's class is also popular because you can pretty easily pick up the moves, which makes it appeal to people on all different levels, even those who have never even taken a dance class. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Zumba</span> is <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Latin</span> inspired dancing mixed with a little bit of hip hop and funk. It is a great <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">cardio</span> work out! You don't even realize that an hour goes by, because you are having so much fun! Also fun to watch her body move, she is so good! I am a big believer in maintaining good mental, spiritual and physical health. I think it is important to have a balance of all 3 to be healthy, have a focused mind and good spirit. When you do, a clear mind brings smart and innovative ideas, you attract positive energy and people because you feel good and a healthy body and good metabolism gives you the energy and stamina you need to run your business. I know when I am feeling mentally, spiritually and physically balanced, I am most productive, so I don't neglect any one! They all work together.:) If you work out at Club H, check her out and be ready to shake your hips! Although the classes are getting so crowded... think we will soon need to hold them in a bigger room...You rock Jeannine! Thanks for making working out fun:)Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-81967610666547883732010-08-03T17:30:00.000-07:002010-08-03T18:30:16.101-07:00Friends are an Inspiration Source for your Company<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir1BJCyYFzXKUnWsz7JCWRkTAho6Ge4gGWbUrPxiHBMCVugNYE0rGPkmETnMx5BsRhrpTuryr63KOWkGAb34Bo8jFzs3cXye1GRqXvbsUEzXDUvkNdF27APIhsyT4K_chM90pIq1jRUpM/s1600/image003.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 240px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5501348799018239330" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir1BJCyYFzXKUnWsz7JCWRkTAho6Ge4gGWbUrPxiHBMCVugNYE0rGPkmETnMx5BsRhrpTuryr63KOWkGAb34Bo8jFzs3cXye1GRqXvbsUEzXDUvkNdF27APIhsyT4K_chM90pIq1jRUpM/s320/image003.jpg" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3upJhyphenhyphen2GNYyVGBJoUAqfXrtTJ9fVBA3Ixfwq0RwxSvKLPZ4kw3St-wGokYnjTXfWKAAdyNEUQj8LdIBS4DPaUHG03CAwLLVsVLEhEugnDP_yhj7wKHw6WDJFXnSFJuluyHVwomyjfTd8/s1600/image001.jpg"></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBZbuHa62zvpgmvWz3nPeQmHDbFN-L5-Jd_Vi5P_M6Dpuo8Xwdp66Ct4K-oue55YzyXg386T3Ru_yGxQHeolJu3pdHTeSaPRNRUqahAyepKxWV4eJcC9-wt29dwRVuWRiaPWlRkOodOUo/s1600/image002.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 240px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5501348481256145314" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBZbuHa62zvpgmvWz3nPeQmHDbFN-L5-Jd_Vi5P_M6Dpuo8Xwdp66Ct4K-oue55YzyXg386T3Ru_yGxQHeolJu3pdHTeSaPRNRUqahAyepKxWV4eJcC9-wt29dwRVuWRiaPWlRkOodOUo/s320/image002.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">Sometimes</span> you don't have to go too far for inspiration. Some of your friends maybe be a source for your inspiration. My friend Tori is that for me and <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/">Di <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Manno</span> Designs.</a> We hung out today in NYC to bounce ideas off one another. He took me to some cool fabric stores in the garment center where he buys some of his fabrics for <a href="http://www.wix.com/torifam/creative"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Toriola</span> Designs</a>. I found some great stuff that we are going to use for a new line Di <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">Manno</span> Designs will be coming out with soon. Tori makes his own pieces and <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">offered</span> to make me some samples of some of the pieces that will be in the new collection. Do friends get any better??? He has a talent to create dresses, shirts and accessories and I am lucky to be his friend:) He is teaching me that things can get done without spending a ton of money and for that I am thankful. Thanks Tori! I will be happy to reward him with part of the profit!:) We were getting so inspired in the stores, our minds were both filled with so many ideas we couldn't even voice all of them! <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error">lol After the stores we went to my manufacturer's office to see some of the new samples he has been working on. </span> Sometimes I forget how important days like today are. It is not ALL about the phone calls and emails, your company needs a balance of all elements and today, the brainstorming and visuals were definitely needed to jump start the new line. So fun to do that with a friend! The new collection will involve more print fabrics, designs, hardware and will be for a mass market. Stay tuned to see the new DD line!!!<br /><br /><br /><div></div></div></div>Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-72405487167538411482010-07-12T12:53:00.000-07:002010-07-12T14:07:34.212-07:00Vanessa Hudgens Ponytail Discount<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEBoVZW1zDzgL30SjYW4xPp10Kq3T3V-BY_fMdT0WXNnfkf3bML2dNau5DftlZrioYVu6lAqRZM1PD7nZ2JRRUfpqC1IpD0ChLW-W_In5ZqR5H-CqV55TV9avRnWC0l4Yk4sm3GXZMCwQ/s1600/GlamourVanessa7.2010.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 233px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEBoVZW1zDzgL30SjYW4xPp10Kq3T3V-BY_fMdT0WXNnfkf3bML2dNau5DftlZrioYVu6lAqRZM1PD7nZ2JRRUfpqC1IpD0ChLW-W_In5ZqR5H-CqV55TV9avRnWC0l4Yk4sm3GXZMCwQ/s320/GlamourVanessa7.2010.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5493110583422011778" border="0" /></a><br />Just wanted to share some of our recent press with you.<br />Di <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Manno</span> Designs is featured in the August 2010 issue of <a href="https://magazine.glamour.com/ecom/subscribe.jsp?oppId=4400042&mbid=cm_atg_paidsem_google_campaign&tgt=paidkw_&emailList=google_sem&s_kwcid=TC%7C19827%7Cglamour%20magazine%7C%7CS%7C%7C5274008046">Glamour Magazine</a>. In this picture, the beautiful Vanessa <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Hudgens</span> is wearing her hair up in a <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/shop2.htm">black leather pony</a> narrow. (p.141)<br />Check it out!<br />Good news! We are offering 20% off the black leather pony narrow now until July 31st. Just go to <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/shop2.htm">www.dimannodesigns.com</a> and at the check out put <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Vpony</span> as the coupon code. Enjoy!Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-65203959636772418972010-06-15T08:40:00.000-07:002010-06-15T10:26:51.469-07:00Benefits of Being an Accessories Council Member<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiaohOUkjYWa7qoKmBiU7SnVMlDrWJQ0UFh27XyVsbXoWwQyFQbTdg5nCO-F9yxbzIpLjdpiV9GNtn_jPxAAbbvgi74u2Fq5EprVvdBNeRv6i5m1YcIsZwcLlGUVfTeBAgQWSyZoG6RRg/s1600/DDkarengibersonandi.bmp"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 130px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 98px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483028091746753266" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiaohOUkjYWa7qoKmBiU7SnVMlDrWJQ0UFh27XyVsbXoWwQyFQbTdg5nCO-F9yxbzIpLjdpiV9GNtn_jPxAAbbvgi74u2Fq5EprVvdBNeRv6i5m1YcIsZwcLlGUVfTeBAgQWSyZoG6RRg/s320/DDkarengibersonandi.bmp" /></a><br /><div>I first heard about Karen <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Giberson</span> (President of the Accessories Council) and the <a href="http://www.accessoriescouncil.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=5&Itemid=6">Accessories Council </a>through my dear friends and founders of <a href="http://www.collective-e.com/">Collective-E.</a> I went in one day to meet with Karen and joined Accessories Council as a member. I place a high priority on networking and felt it was the right thing to do. I am so glad I did, Karen has helped me with some really important decisions with <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/">Di <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Manno</span> Designs,</a> I cannot thank her enough. I never even took 1 business course in college, so everything I have learned I have had to teach myself through other people's knowledge in <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">webinars</span>, classes, one on one's, networking events and simply just asking questions. You would be surprised just how much you can learn this way and it's free! So groups like Accessories Council and Collective-E have been very valuable to me starting my business. I've learned so much from them in the last 2 years.</div><div>You can never do enough networking and Accessories Council is an outlet where you can do just that. They have panels and events where you can go, listen, learn and meet all different types of people in the industry. Most events are free for members. I really enjoyed the <a href="http://www.doneger.com/web"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">Doneger</span> Group</a> presentation, hosted by the Accessories Council I attended, where they did an animated overview of trends for the season on the accessories and fashion industry. It was like a sneak peek preview of what was to come out in fashion, very cool! Great for brainstorming new lines! You can set up your company profile online on their website <a href="http://www.accessoriescouncil.org/">http://www.accessoriescouncil.org/</a> where retailers are free to check out your brand. Accessories Council is not-for-profit, has been around since 1995 and has over 150 corporations as members including brand names, designers, publications, retailers and associated providers for the accessories, <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">eye wear</span> and footwear industries. </div><div>For me, Karen's knowledge of the business and eagerness to help out up and coming designers has been the greatest benefit of being an Accessories Council member. For more information on Accessories Council, go to: <a href="http://www.accessoriescouncil.org/">http://www.accessoriescouncil.org/</a></div><div>Thank you Karen for all of your help, insight and inspiration! You have been amazing!:)</div><div>In the picture above Karen Giberson and I at the Next Generation awards event.</div>Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-81944927599332324452010-05-26T09:39:00.000-07:002010-05-26T11:04:04.659-07:00Collective-E and 85 Broads Giving Back Event<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQP16551c8REqZF1o5C0Dt48WBpvIVjEMVMYNHVzPg_1avSokl1oPr2s5XE2CXz8WcUXJJPSbjQed_vo8X0Dt_b4k6bZOVAJnyKV5Ouc28BQMtkr5dSG9QazbpThPk4qXPLMS9dUi_gt0/s1600/004.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5475641070579951810" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQP16551c8REqZF1o5C0Dt48WBpvIVjEMVMYNHVzPg_1avSokl1oPr2s5XE2CXz8WcUXJJPSbjQed_vo8X0Dt_b4k6bZOVAJnyKV5Ouc28BQMtkr5dSG9QazbpThPk4qXPLMS9dUi_gt0/s320/004.JPG" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4Cuh_fBAwGOx-k1MtxTrIrQBVhpj_noYgGBVV3YHcfgPpLzn7vfLwMkJzcw0kXEtt9huDH-RisourtTIEBqSOryzUel6BXaBwmWmh_yBTOxr6-GKQxFPYPIvRdMfw48bT-WkUhD7-B8A/s1600/002.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5475638493982749906" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4Cuh_fBAwGOx-k1MtxTrIrQBVhpj_noYgGBVV3YHcfgPpLzn7vfLwMkJzcw0kXEtt9huDH-RisourtTIEBqSOryzUel6BXaBwmWmh_yBTOxr6-GKQxFPYPIvRdMfw48bT-WkUhD7-B8A/s320/002.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9ojzS6kHexqpqXyZkq3thj1bZsaFAJK9m6yLTArhvCwnJTroW1z2nzj00mBQPVQsGZUVcvd9QeBaSlXZXP5d7JJD9cK0-Zzwa2F9PqXOcQNp0u0sJasoS5j4S45rnhMBepv8S0YQjDHs/s1600/004.JPG"></a><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhha5vTkINah08pgSSrQycOsLYnpHGP1VRwx-Kk43dP4kpPpwIzrfxHaNGOf2qHDWzDU_x1wFjhdt6UYLpmh_SgwpAFkukT_KAK7yK_cR6JedhO2FvCkcUNAvIHj7VC0hD7WJiv4y1H6c/s1600/001.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 240px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5475619798509045250" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhha5vTkINah08pgSSrQycOsLYnpHGP1VRwx-Kk43dP4kpPpwIzrfxHaNGOf2qHDWzDU_x1wFjhdt6UYLpmh_SgwpAFkukT_KAK7yK_cR6JedhO2FvCkcUNAvIHj7VC0hD7WJiv4y1H6c/s320/001.JPG" /></a> Yesterday evening I attended <a href="http://www.collective-e.com/">Collective-E </a>and 85 <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Broad's</span></span> Social Ventures and Celebrating Businesses that Give Back to the World event. It was yet another evening filled with intellect and inspiration! There was a panel with Beth <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Schoendfeldt</span></span> of Collective-E as moderator, and the panelists included: Karen <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Chien</span></span>, founder of <a href="http://www.cheekyliving.com/about/">Cheeky Living,</a> Sharon <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">Gaffney</span></span>, who will soon be launching a new website, Michele <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-error">Kotler</span></span>, founding director of <a href="http://www.communitywordproject.org/">Community-Word Project</a> and Susan McPherson, a board member of <a href="http://www.bpeace.org/"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bpeace</span></span>.</a></div><br /><br /><div>Karen shared her story of how her business, Cheeky Living is positively affecting the lives of 160 people in Peru who help to work on her products of <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">hand knit</span> baby <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">alpaca</span> gloves, hats, scarves and throws through the skilled work of the weavers. It was touching to think of that many people having jobs there, who are less fortunate than we are, because of one US business! She could choose to manufacture her products anywhere, but yet, she feels content to know that good is coming out of the fact that Cheeky <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_8" class="blsp-spelling-error">Living products are manufactured in Peru.</span> Karen also helped to build an orphanage there with a donation from Cheeky Living sales!</div><br /><br /><div>Sharon is in the midst of launching a new website that offers consumers the ability to give back to their favorite causes quick and easy online... Stay tuned!</div><br /><br /><div>Michele shared how Community-Word Project, which is an organization that helps youth in the Arts in <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_9" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">under served</span> communities at NYC public schools, has helped over 10,000 youth to date! Every year they train 40-50 artists, each of who are given $1500.</div><br /><br /><div>Susan spoke of <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_10" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bpeace</span></span>, which is an <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_11" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">organization</span> dedicated to giving pro <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_12" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" class="blsp-spelling-error">bono</span></span> consulting to women entrepreneurs in regions of post conflict. Susan also helps with the marketing for <a href="http://www.charitywater.org/">Charity Water,</a> an organization that builds water resources in countries that don't have access. Currently working at PR <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_8" class="blsp-spelling-error">Newswire</span>, she made a good point, to keep your message clear and concise with whatever organization you are going to give back to and/or start. This will help the cause all <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_9" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">together</span>, as people are extremely busy in their day to day lives. The more simple and clear the message is; the better the results you will get.</div><br /><br /><div>It was nice to hear of each of these stories, as they were all different, but shed light on all the different ways you and/or your business can give back. No matter whether you choose to give back to a small or large non for profit, the intention and energy you are sending will end with a <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_13" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">positive</span> result regardless. Some of the topics covered were about why people give back to the <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_14" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">organizations</span> they do and it almost always comes down to giving from a personal experience or something you are passionate about. I liked the quote Susan referred t0: "people protect what they love." This is so true and is how I feel exactly. I would like to give back with <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/">Di <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_15" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_10" class="blsp-spelling-error">Manno</span></span> Designs </a>and will definitely do so, but I don't want to just give back to a cause that doesn't have much meaning to me. So this panel opened my mind up to how and what could be the cause and the way I could give back. And I liked the fact a "give back day" was brought up, which I think is a great way small companies can give back in an easy way, by writing a check to an organization with a percentage of sales from a particular day or time period. We also discussed the cynics out there, customers who question "where is the money going or how can I see my return on investment?" Unfortunately, in life there will always be cynics. What we can do is not let them hinder us from giving back, be honest about our story of why we are giving back, explain where the money is going and feel good that we are doing <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_16" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">something</span> good in this world!</div><br /><br /><div>Thank you to all the panelists who candidly shared their experiences and stories and thank you for all of your hard work that makes this world a better place!:) And thank you to Collective-E who keeps me on a good path!:)</div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div>In the picture above: Me, Sabina <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_17" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_11" class="blsp-spelling-error">Ptacin</span></span> of <a href="http://www.collective-e.com/">Collective-E</a> and <a href="http://redbranchpr.com/">Red Branch PR,</a> Katie <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_18" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_12" class="blsp-spelling-error">Danziger</span></span> of <a href="http://www.nomiebaby.com/shop/"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_19" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_13" class="blsp-spelling-error">Nomie</span></span> Baby</a> and Beth <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_20" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_14" class="blsp-spelling-error">Schoendfeldt</span></span> of Collective-E. (I am wearing a <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/shopw.htm">Di <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_21" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_15" class="blsp-spelling-error">Manno</span></span> Designs Black <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_22" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_16" class="blsp-spelling-error">Croc</span></span> Wrist Cuff</a>)<br /><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div></div></div></div>Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-56025505769947949462010-05-20T13:37:00.001-07:002010-05-20T14:31:07.345-07:00Get Healed with Dar Gardol at Chelsea HealingI met Dar, a close friend and the best <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">acupuncturist</span> I have known, when I lived in Chelsea. One day I wasn't feeling well and his office was next door to where I used to live, went in, got a treatment and ever since have been hooked on it and him! I never knew the many ways <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">acupuncture</span> can heal you, mentally and physically. It is truly amazing and I love learning about all the different points and what they do every time I see him. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicBSOUE4VxKGe5O0R_DssTSmUWTFWnWn23pbX8EED6vhbu-Jv72dwPKOvsxBThx16-nkWn2WXcogss9KOkCL5p6iX94QwxpT19yajGdirp3EUPoLX4HfycIIxH-DANw2WMl_X78KFD30Y/s1600/029.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5473454606291752146" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicBSOUE4VxKGe5O0R_DssTSmUWTFWnWn23pbX8EED6vhbu-Jv72dwPKOvsxBThx16-nkWn2WXcogss9KOkCL5p6iX94QwxpT19yajGdirp3EUPoLX4HfycIIxH-DANw2WMl_X78KFD30Y/s320/029.JPG" /></a> I loved that not only could Dar make me feel better, but I would learn so much during every treatment. He inspires me so much and has healed me so much! I really don't know where I would be without him. When I thought I was moving this June to San Diego, I started sobbing during a treatment saying, "What am I going to do without you?" and Dar said "Don't worry, I will come to San Diego and treat you there." And that is what I love about Dar, always doing what he can to please everybody, he is so generous. His <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">ora</span> is zen and he is one of the most genuine people I have ever met. Whenever I feel I am a bit under the weather, I get a treatment and take Yin <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">Chiao</span> for a couple of days, and so many times that has served as a remedy from getting sick! Love it! Dar and I bonded when one day when he was giving me a treatment. I was thinking of my daily routine in my head, at the time, I worked in an office and I pictured myself putting my hair back wearing a nice suit and/or dress and how much I hated wearing just an elastic band to hold my hair in a ponytail. It was then the concept of <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/shop2.htm">Di <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-error">Manno</span> Designs </a>was born. I came up with the idea of making a leather covered ponytail holder with an elastic band attached.<br />I shared it with Dar and he was so inspired, we started to brainstorm together. We met a few times to go over concepts and ideas for the brand. He came up with Di <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error">Manno</span> Designs and I liked it. At the time I was focusing on a name more specifically for ponytail holders, but I liked the fact that I wouldn't be limited to just ponytail holders under the name Di <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" class="blsp-spelling-error">Manno</span> Designs for future lines and I also liked the alliteration. Ever since we have been friends. I love being around his energy, because every time I am around him I feel so inspired and that is such a great feeling. It is so special to be treated by someone who is not only brilliant in his field, but such a kind spirit that is so pleasant to be around. I also go to Dar when I am feeling any physical pain, either in my back or once when I pulled a hamstring by jumping up and landing down in the splits when I was out dancing at night! <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" class="blsp-spelling-error">lol</span> The treatments he gave me sped up the recovery time! When my mom was in town, he treated her a few times, as her back and knees bother her and she swears by him! It was great, she was able to walk around NYC more at ease because the treatments helped her a great deal, so of course we were all happy.:) Since then she has seen an <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_8" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">acupuncturist</span> in South Carolina, where my parents live, and said he is nowhere near as good as Dar! Dar said when he is out that way, he will stop by and give her a treatment. She can't wait!<br />So needless to say, I highly recommend Dar for whatever ailment you may have or just to maintain good health, I'm sure he will make you feel better than you did before you walked in. Thank you Dar for teaching me, inspiring me, supporting me and Di Manno Designs and healing me. Love you!:)<br />Chelsea Healing is located on 24th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues (212) 645-6447.Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-61295573114399800602010-05-01T16:49:00.000-07:002010-05-03T09:08:12.493-07:00Tori with Toriola, a Very Dear Friend and Entrepreneur<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUzyA9a9RoJu2eOPpSp2AVjRmHnSWuazltTzFJhx38Jg6gF-akvC5li8INEsQuTko9H0Vxp6wAqnhLMVUXiy00N8oloAgJ2_ZgU02APWoknZfBOYCal3dxQVTAxA6lGw5xP8AUOlMgKbE/s1600/toribookinside2.bmp"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5467075429449163218" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUzyA9a9RoJu2eOPpSp2AVjRmHnSWuazltTzFJhx38Jg6gF-akvC5li8INEsQuTko9H0Vxp6wAqnhLMVUXiy00N8oloAgJ2_ZgU02APWoknZfBOYCal3dxQVTAxA6lGw5xP8AUOlMgKbE/s320/toribookinside2.bmp" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiU2SJf9WER3-bU8V3iBBlSxzb-1gGPVsyAOyGbIYdWODSoyt_9YXp-IMDIn7nsYUpYTvgRtA0y5nbCvcMhbmIweOlvQR7JVTWWdLYb51xUaIdICHzdpwy1esp1shyphenhypheni8t1DNi4S8zcIJgM/s1600/toribookinside3.bmp"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; 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WIDTH: 186px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5467073763746842754" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1E8QlramBFPSmBRJEIzZ_IEQmHJFqzLxEmT7_mQOd99Go5k7KHEs5hsxbKct4Rjzqs7tY_udAQNJVDgrdKZwZE46U6ASQnzNe0nqfWaE3adYkfaHCBm5U7nV43ZtpaC8Y9gSsJqdRN24/s320/Toritop.bmp" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTKR1Fx97S-DUq0w4ZGvbpDIzB1PAn8SGR7r3FW2pxQpoOoqaTzU0Ye18IFTWEa9LwhcReCL_FZ1x1Y6R9FryuC7yw9gJYFxG8B3wVENmVQ7-Dq8KSc3KXc78Kb37bkvx59dthiVuu6Wo/s1600/001.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5466453825051108658" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTKR1Fx97S-DUq0w4ZGvbpDIzB1PAn8SGR7r3FW2pxQpoOoqaTzU0Ye18IFTWEa9LwhcReCL_FZ1x1Y6R9FryuC7yw9gJYFxG8B3wVENmVQ7-Dq8KSc3KXc78Kb37bkvx59dthiVuu6Wo/s320/001.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheKodOivJfp2UFWbhiVSAqHcjp3S8ykiRAXXHz7GTYJN7tGGA4Ov72iXCSHbkp2_N_mG4fMGjrrPoMUldDQFKldPCpXzqJjV7Bkg0hpFrM0ByZytlNFeQyumV4fTlMXdaFKIy3SuTB7Nw/s1600/002.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5466453555871191234" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheKodOivJfp2UFWbhiVSAqHcjp3S8ykiRAXXHz7GTYJN7tGGA4Ov72iXCSHbkp2_N_mG4fMGjrrPoMUldDQFKldPCpXzqJjV7Bkg0hpFrM0ByZytlNFeQyumV4fTlMXdaFKIy3SuTB7Nw/s320/002.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div>I am ecstatic to say that one of my best friends, Tori just launched his own line,<a href="http://www.wix.com/torifam/creative"> <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Toriola</span></span> </a>(In the picture above, Tori is sewing the skirt I wore in the picture below.) In the other picture are 2 of his pieces he designed and made, on the right, I am wearing a <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Toriola</span></span> wrap skirt, which can also be worn as a dress. I paired it with a white button down, but can also wear it with a black halter or tank top, the designer and stylist Tori is in the middle and Vanessa on the left is wearing a <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Toriola</span></span> wrap dress.</div><br /><div>Born in the USA, but raised in Nigeria, Tori came back to the USA to attend college in Maryland. Graduated with a Bachelor of Science in International Business with a minor in Economics. While he was in college, he started working at American Eagle as a sales associate before he was promoted to Visual Specialist. An opportunity presented itself for him to open American Eagle's first urban store in NYC, he took it and has been in NYC ever since. He worked at American Eagle for about 10 years leaving with the title Regional Visual Manager for the New York Metro Area.</div><br /><div>After American Eagle, Tori worked as the Senior Visual Merchandising Manager/Visual Director of Victoria Secret, where he was in charge of flagship development and branding. He also hosted all the successful events with the Victoria Secret super models that were televised.</div><br /><br /><div>While working, Tori began styling photo shoots on the side for fun and simply because it comes natural to him. For years he has been creatively dressing displays, why not transition to dressing models for photo shoots, especially when they were asking him to do so?! So he did, he does and he enjoys it so much he wanted to brand himself as an entrepreneur who can freelance as a stylist, visual merchant and designer of <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error"><a href="http://www.wix.com/torifam/creative"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">Toriola</span></a></span> fashion, which brings him back to his roots, adding a flare to Nigerian fashion.</div><br /><div>He styled the shoot we did for <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/contact.htm">Di <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-error">Manno</span></span> Designs</a> fashion accessories. He picked out <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">every one's</span> outfits and accessories for the shoot. The group shot Tori styled is on the contact page of <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/contact.htm">http://www.dimannodesigns.com/contact.htm</a>.</div><br /><div>A man of many talents, he also does beautiful memory books. (pictures above of a book he did for a friend's wedding) I already signed him up to do mine when I get married!:) I went to an event he was hosting at Victoria Secret and saw a concept book he had made for them, which was out on a table for customers to look at. It was so unique and creative with magazine cut outs, fabrics, trinkets and more to show different themes and trends. It was truly one of a kind, I was blown away and then started seeing dollar signs of him selling these books for weddings, anniversaries, birthdays etc! <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error">lol</span> My mind was spinning with all these different ideas of him making these special books for people and starting his own business! If you would like your own custom memory book made by Tori, reach out to him at: <a href="mailto:toriolafam@gmail.com">toriolafam@gmail.com</a>.</div><br /><div>On a personal level, I met Tori through our mutual friend Vanessa (in the picture above with Tori and I and also in the picture above in a <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" class="blsp-spelling-error">Toriola</span> top made by Tori). I instantly adored his bubbly, loving, charismatic, fun, genuine character and his edgy sense of style. Getting to know him over the years, I can now say that I also respect what he stands for and his morals, his strength of character, his perspective on life and his zest for life. He has been a true inspiration in my life in every sense of the word, as a person, through his work, spiritually and as my friend. I feel truly blessed to have him in my life.</div><br /><div>I am so happy he started his own company! I saw his potential long ago and wished he would branch off on his own with all of his talent and personality. I can't say this about too many people, but with Tori, I knew he could handle the challenge, had the talent and most importantly is a good honest person, who is loved by many, who I know will succeed. So hats off to you <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" class="blsp-spelling-error">Toriola</span></span> <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_8" class="blsp-spelling-error">Famuyiwa</span></span>, it is your time to shine as an entrepreneur, just like you have as my best friend. Love you:)</div><br /><div>To see his work, go to: <a href="http://www.wix.com/torifam/creative">http://www.wix.com/torifam/creative</a></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-41377122687711878632010-04-26T09:32:00.000-07:002010-04-26T11:02:45.062-07:00Luxury Marketing Council Event for Giorgi Gucci's New Launch and Nirali Shah Pop Up Shop Party Night<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkn4MZhkjex0F12uqNUN42L4iG0DwXb88PFOXPfXUhiugFoC0SLSbq3oOeroligN1MHtd0EhXCgqARBEltfW9LtK2ti2NPT2xornh6s9e3lIhoFyFB6nsIUDRE-vlWMbWdhGrijHjB_FM/s1600/003.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5464489947485584738" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkn4MZhkjex0F12uqNUN42L4iG0DwXb88PFOXPfXUhiugFoC0SLSbq3oOeroligN1MHtd0EhXCgqARBEltfW9LtK2ti2NPT2xornh6s9e3lIhoFyFB6nsIUDRE-vlWMbWdhGrijHjB_FM/s320/003.JPG" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSnCIzOMsZC-dsWrlFCeErwtLCIvlZOHGiloD6LuVoRmm1TXxwkeiZj1GuRcnmsup5CQbrOVyNCPE_E2kXhPnby86mK4h_jNhI1hXqnG9zOw8CiqNb5cxEGOiSWp2q4mTueb3TdXm98C8/s1600/002.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 240px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5464489585868577250" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSnCIzOMsZC-dsWrlFCeErwtLCIvlZOHGiloD6LuVoRmm1TXxwkeiZj1GuRcnmsup5CQbrOVyNCPE_E2kXhPnby86mK4h_jNhI1hXqnG9zOw8CiqNb5cxEGOiSWp2q4mTueb3TdXm98C8/s320/002.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><div>I started off the evening by meeting my friend Erik <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Tancun</span> of <a href="http://www.imperialjets.com/">Imperial Jets</a> at a <a href="http://luxurycouncil.com/">Luxury Marketing Council Event.</a> The event was a preview of the launch party for <a href="http://www.emperorsbrand.biz/">Emperor's Brand,</a> which is a new line of collectible cognacs and vodkas owned by <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Zina</span> <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Mashin</span> and Andre De <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">Vickont</span> in partnership with Giorgio Gucci, grandson of <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-error">Guccio</span> <a href="http://www.gucci.com/us/index2.asp">Gucci,</a> founder of the Gucci brand.</div><div>We tried and drank the Imperial Vodka with mixers, which was smooth and did not give a headache the day after! There was also a collection of wines that were being sampled and a presentation on the black tie event for the Emperor Brand launch, which will be in both Washington DC and NYC. Mingled before and after presentation, then headed to the <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error">Nirali</span> Shah pop up shop party in a loft in <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" class="blsp-spelling-error">Tribeca</span>. Really fun, open bar, models walking around with all the different fashion pieces and accessories being sold here from different vendors. Met up with friends (in the picture) who also came to the event. In the picture above to the left: Sabina <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" class="blsp-spelling-error">Ptacin</span> of <a href="http://www.collective-e.com/">Collective-E</a> and <a href="http://redbranchpr.com/">Red Branch PR</a>, me, Tori of <a href="http://www.wix.com/torifam/creative"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_8" class="blsp-spelling-error">Toriola</span> </a>(also a stylist), Brian, Vanessa and Michael Quinlan of Red Branch PR. In picture below is Erik <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_9" class="blsp-spelling-error">Tancun</span> of Imperial Jets and I. (I am wearing 2 <a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/shop2.htm">Di <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_10" class="blsp-spelling-error">Manno</span> Designs</a> ponytail holders in my hair, a black leather narrow at the base of the braid and a custom made (shorter) black leather narrow at the end of the braid.)</div><div>What an eventful night!</div></div>Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6287108865107569973.post-54076085450390661332010-04-08T12:21:00.000-07:002010-04-08T13:21:36.522-07:00Sally at Kent House for Presentation Boxes, Packaging and More<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpFCIOy-ctX4JJ9iIBoA7UPtQbDYKHLsJIuRtqyw1wcCOXvXE8kfoz0kMEgd4vx52Yq4106P0KJTkui2NU_SvbZDMF3F4o7Y4H_63tWGQskRNdIAyB8j6dW_AHaUiLEwWeTziKFU2oPe0/s1600/002.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 240px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5457855654613352514" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpFCIOy-ctX4JJ9iIBoA7UPtQbDYKHLsJIuRtqyw1wcCOXvXE8kfoz0kMEgd4vx52Yq4106P0KJTkui2NU_SvbZDMF3F4o7Y4H_63tWGQskRNdIAyB8j6dW_AHaUiLEwWeTziKFU2oPe0/s320/002.JPG" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2R4DADz0OEk6BG3XFwFQMrmMY8UdBtPeMwzM5p9gVZm69qH8qUWfGbeU1ynXrx47q7vX7QQACA4kAo-l7A2o6IWZTI6GZ7K90cLn_t5czUAnJdMjtzCSDDPBedbRn8ePefctOMBRGtU0/s1600/001.JPG"></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlImkbMO4q1Xcxwf71EBnf-O2if0o59cqimMWOOyLvs_mgEci65WqDZ_ABKFAxrtqipCt4eEwYVQzu2Bltf9g4vQhYyG8EbDW39fdLmBo_Pm53KxhdvIHJVSaaaocjJrE1ZH2JfCK3r5k/s1600/002.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 240px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5457849781717671746" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlImkbMO4q1Xcxwf71EBnf-O2if0o59cqimMWOOyLvs_mgEci65WqDZ_ABKFAxrtqipCt4eEwYVQzu2Bltf9g4vQhYyG8EbDW39fdLmBo_Pm53KxhdvIHJVSaaaocjJrE1ZH2JfCK3r5k/s320/002.JPG" /></a><br />One morning last year, bright and early, I attended my friend Lori's <a href="http://www.bni.com/"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">BNI</span></span></span></a> (Business Networking group)marketing meeting at 7:15 am as a guest. I met Sally, owner of <a href="http://www.kenthouseinc.com/">Kent House,</a> which is a company that makes gift items, display boxes, packaging, photo albums and more. I needed a house for my ponytail holders, so decided to go meet Sally at her office in Chelsea to see if she could do presentation boxes for me, which I could take to meetings to show my accessories. At the time, I was using a black leather box with a Di <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Manno</span></span></span> Designs logo on the outside, but all the accessories were just in the box and I felt I could use something that was more <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">organized</span> and looked better! Sally can pretty much do anything you would like, she does custom orders all the time, so I told her what I was looking for and together we came up with the idea of these 2 boxes to hold the ponies. The pictures don't do the boxes justice, because you miss some great details. I will try my best with a written description! The black box holds<a href="http://www.dimannodesigns.com/shop.htm"> Di <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Manno</span></span></span> Designs</a> leather, patent leather, exotic skin and canvas collections. There is also a space with a box which now holds business cards, but if I would like, I could use that space for another future collection. (Sally made the box this way with that as the intention) Inside each division, there is different fabric to match the look and feel of the different collections, for the leather I chose a white canvas material, the patent sits on a red felt fabric, the canvas is on a creme canvas material and the exotic skin sits on a black velvet fabric and the material on the box itself is black python print. Sally made a pouch on the inside to hold the pouches with logos for display. I wanted everything together, so when in meetings, if a buyer wants to see packaging, I could show him/her the pouches as a suggestion. The white box houses Di <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">Manno</span></span></span> Designs crystal collection made with Crystallized<a href="http://www.swarovski.com/Web_US/en/index;sid=x4xEEdSqt6lCEZ8U8LxFN72g5LTkDZLbY0sCYHBtsBX6Sw==?BannerID=04000660.200&gclid=CK3a5qzz96ACFYd-5Qod0SE6yg">-<span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-error">Swarovski</span></span></span> </a>Elements. I chose a gray felt fabric for the interior to mesh well with the crystals and the outside of the box is a white python print. We also included <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error">Swarovski's</span></span></span> Crystallized logo in the box since the complete crystal collection is made with Crystallized-<span id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" class="blsp-spelling-error">Swarovski</span></span></span> Elements. We had the Di <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_8" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" class="blsp-spelling-error">Manno</span></span></span> Designs <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8PAY36pBCs8Ignr0wtpQijCt4p8ZkuzUVLOAfiwYqx2UtOJLv9bwTT01dAbx2lQ17cruIXQ8fg7Txele6kK2Imusdbyd39I833QtKrapeQvKQpr-QpQI5OPYqkzFBhjsEV6P9wDfdakA/s1600/004.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5457849478677596914" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8PAY36pBCs8Ignr0wtpQijCt4p8ZkuzUVLOAfiwYqx2UtOJLv9bwTT01dAbx2lQ17cruIXQ8fg7Txele6kK2Imusdbyd39I833QtKrapeQvKQpr-QpQI5OPYqkzFBhjsEV6P9wDfdakA/s320/004.JPG" /></a> logo made into a stamp that Sally could use to stamp the boxes with the logo. We went with gold for the black box and silver for the white box. Sally is very creative and passionate about her work. When you see her in action in her space, you can see she pours her whole heart and soul into her company, which makes you feel comfortable knowing this woman is going to create something unique and special for your brand! So if you are looking for packaging, display boxes or anything original, I'm sure you won't be disappointed with the results at Kent House!</div><div></div><div>You can check out Sally's work at: <a href="http://www.kenthouseinc.com/#/about-us/4527994020">http://www.kenthouseinc.com/#/about-us/4527994020</a>.</div><div></div><div><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><div></div></div>Stefanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14754134553220146595noreply@blogger.com1