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January 28th 2012 Black is Beautifull turns 50 attend The Call to Action In NY or Online!

2012-01-22T20:46:00.001-05:00

No celebration is planned but we do have a call to action and expect Kwame Braithewaite and we're hoping one of teh original Grandassa models will attend! Few I mentioned this to were aware... so what has happened to Black Pride and our knowledge of our history! If you were born After the mid 1960's, You've always known Black is Beatiful! The phrase that defines the 1960's Movement

I was removed from @JustOff7thAve an @Meetup by due to my independent fashion "expertise

2012-01-19T14:24:00.001-05:00

I get refused a lot from Fashion Tech and Blogging groups... Thereis A lot of BS going on in Social Media! I fill out the profiles and then ... Tha cannot be proved but to be removed for my "Expertise... ". the truth is Indie fashion is a cash cow for many and my blog and "internet presence questions the validity of a lot of the BS. !t's not race... This is a sister... so am I

Like Posterous I, BKStyle & Brooklyn Fashion Week support the open Internet. Please stand with us and oppose #SOPA.

2012-01-18T14:21:00.001-05:00

I signed the petition to Tell Congress: Don’t censor the web at http://www.google.com/takeaction/ Please share and feel free to post! Many come to the web for what It can do then they turn in teh name of "profit" and try to eradicate the very essence that makes it effective! As a creative enterprise advocate I belive in IP rights, however I see first hand how self imposed

Can Video Bring The Vibe & the Sales to the Local Online Boutique Shopping Experience | Bonnie Knows FAME Films & Frippery

2012-01-03T23:42:00.001-05:00

Can Video Bring The Vibe & the Sales to the Local Online Boutique Shopping Experience Monday, January 2nd, 2012 There are a couple of things missing from the online Shopping Experience! One is the personal attention… but I’m from the Custom Boutique world so That may be a unique to that sector! The other is the “Vibe” every cool spot has a Vibe… every shopping

PREMIERE VISION NEW YORK : one of Four sourcing Shows in New York

2012-01-03T21:20:00.001-05:00

via premierevision-newyork.com Designers and yes stylists register & ATTEND the sourcing shows they are Free to trade Its a VERY vital start for your lines- There are Now 4 Shows in New York City - Premiere Vision January 10-11, www.premierevision-newyork.com www.PrintsourceNewyork.com Jan 9, 10 and 11 Texworld USA - January 16-18, www.texworldusa.com FREE WSEMINARS DG expo - February 6-7,

Startup 2012 Online Video will explode and so will opportunity in the space!

2011-12-28T16:46:00.001-05:00

As of January My focus is taking local talent global and bringing Global talent local! 2012 I start the professional aspect of what Ido turning my exploration into product services and merchandise!and Yes I'm cutting down on the freebies! If you need my help Sunday January 1sy is a Great time to explore what ioffer as an Option without the commitment... there will be others who

Do you Identify as a Black Designers- Stand & Be counted- Black History Month Project

2011-12-18T21:37:00.001-05:00

I Need to identify Black designers... if you know one please pass along if you are and this is a GLOBAL call Please list yourself! If You are curious as to what we are up to please register at www.BKFFF.com for news on our FEB 2012 Plans--- rember it's a Leap Year! We also are curating Noir La Modé™’ NY Fashion Week 2012 see below! the question of "Aesthetic..What is Black' that draws

Invitation To The Launch of Simon Duncan's Brooklyn Clothing Lab

2011-12-05T18:03:00.001-05:00

Please sign this form for guest list to Simon Duncans Brooklyn Clothing Lab Launch before Wednesday 7th at 12 midnightthe Event is Free Loading... Want to Model check http://Facebook.com/brooklynfashionweek for contact info

How Does changing Global Access Affect cultural IP?- Inspired by The politics behind the “fakeness” of textiles in Togo

2011-11-30T18:17:00.001-05:00

via howwemadeitinafrica.com As an artist I appreciate IP protection... I firmly believe that an artist has full IP rights to his creative output! I however ended my reading of this article with an uneasy feeling that the commercial interest and not the artform was at the center of the debate! I have to admit i was a tad bit uneasy about that! However where is the line drawn with creative

Small Business Day To Cyber Monday access Brooklyn Fashion Film Festival Free

2011-11-26T18:58:00.001-05:00

Can small Local designers (and now dancers & other creatives) use video to present or tell their stories? We need your input! Please, register,login ,see, share and comment on The first 8 submissions for Brooklyn Fashion Film Festival now live at http://www.Bkfff.com/channel The "trailers" are available for all to enjoy but note you will NEED to Register and login to access the videos!

BaiFal Dream For Brooklyn Fashion Week Fashion Film Festival Trailer | 2012 Bkstyle!™ Brooklyn Feature Fashion Films

2011-11-26T14:20:00.001-05:00

via bkfff.com Transcending language and geographical constraints; Senegalese Designer Mike Sylla based in Paris gives us a virtual rendition of the art, music, movement and creativity that is Baifal Dream! Join www.bkfff.com for early access to all videos! The Brooklyn Fashion Film Festival (BKFFF), asked fashion independents to explores video for show and sale! Now in Alpha

lauren luna For Brooklyn Fashion Week Fashion Film Festival Trailer | 2012 Bkstyle!™ Brooklyn Feature Fashion Films

2011-11-26T14:10:00.001-05:00

via bkfff.com Lauren Luna is an Artist and who took the plunge followed her dream to Houston Texas and a Shoe Company! This is her business story! Join www.bkfff.com for early access to all videos! The Brooklyn Fashion Film Festival (BKFFF), asked fashion independents to explores video for show and sale! Now in Alpha through January 1st 2012- http://www.bkfff.com/contact-us/about/ See

NYComing For Brooklyn Fashion Week Fashion Film Festival Trailer | 2012 Bkstyle!™ Brooklyn Feature Fashion Films

2011-11-26T14:00:00.001-05:00

via bkfff.com With a Teenager at it's helm NYComing zones in on up and coming talent in fashion, music and creative scene! Join www.bkfff.com for early access to all videos! The Brooklyn Fashion Film Festival (BKFFF), asked fashion independents to explores video for show and sale! Now in Alpha through January 1st 2012- http://www.bkfff.com/contact-us/about/ See Participate Shop

See Donate Share fashion for food tune in now www.bkfff.com/fashionforfood

2011-11-20T15:29:00.001-05:00

now live from Kumble shop till 6pm

Tune in NOW to see Dancer in Gambia, St Lucia, Vermont & new york perfrom together

2011-11-19T14:23:00.001-05:00

Head to http://dancehackit.com to get the password and link for virtual access Tune in AT 2pm est to see Dancer in Gambia, St Lucia, Vermont & new york perfrom together Live

November 19th See dancers From Gambia |St.Lucia | New York and Vermont Dance live In real time FREE

2011-11-18T20:09:00.001-05:00

register below DANCEHACKIT™ LAUNCHES NOVEMBER 19th AT BROOKLYN’S KUMBLE THEATER for the Perfoming Arts Movement, Music, Fashion and Technology Intersect in Virtual Global Performance NEW YORK, NY, November 1, 2011—Computer hackers tweak technology to create unexpected results in cyberspace. With DANCEHACKIT™, Tony Award-nominated choreographer Marlies Yearby and fashionista

BROOKLYN FASHION WEEK - A Brooklyn based & Virtual Show and Trade program, helping Independent Designers and in Fashion & Home, connect to Buyers, Boutiques, Shoppers, Bloggers & Press and Fans!

2011-11-16T22:09:00.001-05:00

via brooklynfashionweek.com Designers and creative businesses who have been working with us are selling! That's our goal! So here's a Sneak Peak of BKFFF... Fashion, styling, accessories, workshops even a Trailer is on Brooklyn Fashion Week main site But to get the juice and to be invited online or offline... and you must register www.brooklynfashionfilmfestival.com! designers are taking a

nKFFF is OPEn To Trade and consumers But to SEE the Fashion Films and get invites to events You need to register !

2011-11-16T21:54:00.001-05:00

via bkfff.com register at www.BrooklynfashionFilmfestival.com we started the intros to Buyers today.. Films are in and so are press packages ...well most of them! We are proud of the designers who met our challenge! Video is a Past work by one of our participating designers! Seminars & workshops are being taped... the public schedule is ready But you MUST register

PRESS Get the Background Info on all the participants Choreographers, Dancers, Musicians, Vide & Tech Support o

2011-11-16T21:49:00.001-05:00

via info.dancehackit.com An amazing group of talent come together in a fusion of Movement, Technology, media, fashion to FORGE A SOLUTION and celebrate community! take a look

SEE DANCEHACKIT™ FREE at Kumble Theater for The Performing Arts November 19th 2pm EST

2011-11-16T21:42:00.001-05:00

via bkfff.com SEE TOP Choreographers and dancers form NY, Vermont Africa and the Caribbean "Jam" together Live and In real Time FREE at Kumble Theater for the performing arts http://www.bkfff.com/dancehackit/ RSVP NOW The above is a PAST Work by Dancehackit Cofounder MArlies Yearby! Working with The Dance community has Been Amazing

Fashion For Food | RSVP today to Attend this Free Event and donate to help Brooklyn Food Pantries for The Holidays!

2011-11-16T21:36:00.001-05:00

via bkfff.com Head to this link to rsvp http://www.bkfff.com/fashionforfood/ Space Sunday November 20th Kumble Theater for the Performing Arts Brooklyn RSVP NOW Now Doors open 2-6pm Fashion Show at 3pm

your response is requested!-Can Content Producers Be Disruptors Or Is Content Only Meant To Be Disrupted? | TechCrunch

2011-11-13T19:33:00.001-05:00

via techcrunch.com Please read The post and consider the question posed... First I'll challenge the "disruptive" value of most technologies, getting funding... Yes everyone wants "Tech" or VC Investment... But in itself it should NOT be the sole business model of choice and sometimes it seems that way! And the Value of "disruption".. because you cause a "disruption" does not

Video, Technology , Social Opportunities and your Business of Creativity:- Fashion, Music, Dance November 13-20th

2011-11-08T23:29:00.001-05:00

Creativity The Next Commodity: - Google just launched 100 channels. While Comcast has committed to at least 11 cable channels and Google, Apple, and Skype has introduced "TV's" ... which translates to a need for content! Brooklyn Fashion Week Introduces the Brooklyn Fashion Film Festival as a "virtual" space to share a worldwide marketing effort by Independent Fashion Designers,

Exploring technology in creative endeavors-Dance, Fashion, Music- DanceHackit @ Kumble Theater

2011-11-06T21:44:00.001-05:00

New York, NY (November 1, 2011) – Exploring technology in creative endeavors, Tony-award nominated choreographer of the hit Broadway musical RENT and fashionista-technology diva Bonnie Sandy introduce DANCEHACKIT™ a new virtual platform they’ve originated to share creativity and showcase fresh ideas. “It removes the limitations of location by being virtual and globally accessible” says

Desigmers are You Ready for Deadlines:- Nov 3rd Fashion Draft NYC | November 7th- www.Brooklyn Fashion Film Festival

2011-10-28T22:09:00.001-04:00

Our Last Call fliers for www.Brooklynfashionfilmfestival.com and www.Dancehackit.com are being distributed! We start marketing push November 1st... Please send in your press info! Below s a list of deadlines for creatives! There are opportunities for assistance available for creatives Some financial, Some provide space and an incubator setting, even employment... For Caribbean

Can Locl independent Designers From Around the World Create Great Fashion Film that Sell

2011-10-25T16:51:00.001-04:00

i'm excited just saw one of teh first videos being prepared by teh designers... it's exciting challenging them to step their game up! The fact is though that most Independent designers especially in Brooklyn come from a Trained art background ... So It will be interesting to see how they meet the challenge! Participate | 2012 Bkstyle!™ Brooklyn Fashion Film FestivalSpeaking to others

YESS! Brooklyn Fashion Week is November 13th -19th 20 11 it's time to sign up NOW

2011-10-24T21:59:00.001-04:00

We need you to sign up by This Friday October 29th for www.BrooklynFashionFilmFestival.com and www.Dancehackit.com! We announce participants November 1st ! We're so exicted that independent designers and service professional in Fashion Home Accessories, Beauty Hair and Styling are taking on teh challenge! of telling their story in Video! we love our sponsors and supporters and this promises to

Global Opportunity Volunteer and intern opportunity media and content creationand facilitation for digital formats

2011-10-22T17:12:00.001-04:00

As we gear into final prep for Brooklyn Fashion Film Festival I cannot help but think we need to develop content creators and facilitators in niche creative sectors who can work on and with this new technology! Got questions on www.Brooklynfashionfilmfestival.com and www.dancehackit.com ! Talk to me via http://ohours.org/28squared (one of our sponsors There are subtle nuances

One of our sponsors Woomen Mooves and The Blue Wonder is at New Life Expo this weekend

2011-10-21T22:09:00.001-04:00

We've also learned that teh Small SPritzer makes an Excellent make up finisher! THE BLUE WONDER aka Blue Quartz Alkaline Water Bottle will be available among teh meany Options we wish them well go out and support! Refresh, Rejuvenate, Enliven Our skin is the largest organ of our body. The skin of our face is exposed daily to the air pollution, electronic pollution, chemical pollution

Call To Participate: Calling All Dancers, Movers, Tech Hounds, Music Makers, Creators, Visionaries, Stylist, VJay's - Dancehackit

2011-10-21T14:34:00.001-04:00

This event will take place across the globe! We Are Seeking Participants. The Date is November 19th. Please spread the word! We need dancers/choreographers interested in leading a "LaunchPad" (the site where the improv takes place). Remember the Pads can be located anywhere around the globe. So please tell folks all over. Also where the Pads are created we need Tech support for the

Designer call for Boutique Placement - Brooklyn

2011-10-19T20:23:00.001-04:00

email brooklynfashionweek@gmail.com for details and appointment! Earlier this year i mentioned this opportunity... so designers should be ready! The location is on Flatbush close to the new stadium high traffic; high profile Park Slope Location Please do Not send PR jargon use teh following guid and look at teh call Any trade event is about getting product into stores and missing the

Simply Put It's an Opportunity to Market and Sell to both trade and consumers- Brooklyn Fashion Film Festival

2011-10-19T17:01:00.001-04:00

At the core we engage in fashion weeks and trade shows even pop up shop for one simple reason To SELL! Many are caught in the image of "Fashion" and have forgotten "the why" of what we do! Brooklyn Fashion Film festival is a platform ...To facilitate Trade This year is the proof of a concept designed with the input of designers from across the globe (talk about Social Networking!) !

When you reach them at the salons and saloons, streets, churches & business corridors them!

2011-10-16T19:53:00.001-04:00

business corridors, you've reached them ... and Streets of new york Marketing is making it possible for participants top collaboratively access the power of offline distribution! Trust me There is a VAST difference... I've seen 60% click through and upwards of 300% page views from fashion spreads distributed by Streets of New York 411! This time we'll host the products on a mobile

Brooklyn Fashion Week Invites you to Show The Stories of Your Style

2011-10-16T18:01:00.001-04:00

... And End the year In The Black we also invite you to add your product to a special edition of Independent Design Talent from across the Globe exploring video to sell On the front end Brooklyn Fashion Film Festival removes the limitations of location by making Indie Design virtual and accessible around the Globe! with a special showing at a Boutique in Brooklyn NY! Launching

Benefits of Participation-

2011-10-16T15:52:00.001-04:00

On the front end BKFFF removes the limitations of location by making Indie Design virtual and accessible around the Globe! On the Back end we as designers collectively address Component for Showing FASHION; ART; ACCESSORIES; HOME; SPECIALTY product services and merchandise! Component;- Again the challenge is getting it in front of . Consumers, Trade & Press Fashion Films

Using Video to Support The Business of Independent Fashion- Creativity and Art in General!

2011-10-15T22:22:00.001-04:00

Our theme and goal for Participants :- End the Year In The Black Not in The Red! We've asking for use of the sponsoring technologies and support from Marketing sponsors from November 1st to January 1st 2012! Offline Ad- Mag distribution from www.StreetsofNewYork411.com will help put the designers and participants who opt in into Hair Salons, Barbershops and Lounges! Onlien

Marlies Yearby Award Winning Choreographer of "RENT" to lead live streamed Global Improve

2011-10-15T21:31:00.001-04:00

One of the final events of our Brooklyn Fashion Week's www.brooklynfashionfilmfestival.com, www.DanceHackIt.com removes the limitations of location by being virtual and accessible to viewers around the world ... Now we have Dancers exploring Video and Social Tv... YES!! About Dance Hack It Date November 19th 2011 Mission:DanceHackIt.com serves as a virtual space to share

You’ve Mastered the Runway Now Master The Screens- www.brooklynfashionfilmfestival.com

2011-10-15T20:42:00.001-04:00

You’ve mastered the runway Had dozens of private soirees outbidding each other You’ve gotten crowds to their feet and Nightclub audiences applauding in rock star crescendos! You've invented the “Pop Up”shop Turning Bars into runways tabletops into sales counters Sidewalks into fashion lounges Restaurants into galleries And gardens into Boutiques All that before the Social

November 24th 2007 celebrate the luxury of Chocolate

2007-11-18T14:23:00.000-05:00

luxury of chocolateJoin us to celebrate the luxury of Chocolate November 24th 2007 2pm to 8pm 4W Circle of Art and Enterprise 704 Fulton Street Brooklyn (Betw. S Oxford and S Portland) 718 875 6500 C Train to LaFayette Ave. 2,3,4,5,B,Q,D,N,R,W,LIRR to Atlantic Terminal discountThis Coupon will give you 10% discount off Purchase at the event___________________________________

December 2nd 2007, in Queens, Elements of Earth Jewelry , Holiday Trunk Show

2007-11-18T14:16:00.000-05:00

Elements of Earth Jewelry , Holiday Trunk Show, QueensHost: Earth Rowe & Carleen RossPhone: 347-405-1289 /718-809-7298Sunday 12/2/2007 @4pm in Queens @ 144-45 224th Street(bet. 144th & 145th Street)Happy Holidays to the: Beautiful, Courageous, Vibrant, Resilient and Powerful women behind Elements of Earth Jewelry. Kick off your holiday season by accessorizing your

December 1st 2007, Elements of Earth Jewelry Holiday Trunk Show in Brooklyn

2007-11-18T14:08:00.000-05:00

Elements of Earth Jewelry , Holiday Trunk ShowElements of Earth Jewelry , LLC Holiday Trunk ShowHost: Earth Rowe & Carleen Ross Location: 656 East 37th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11203 USPhone: RSVP 347-405-1289 /718-809-7298

December 3rd 2007-Calabar Celebrates 3 years

2007-11-18T14:01:00.000-05:00

TOPIC description hereWashington Avenue lifestyle destination Calabar has reason to celebrate with a successful 3 years runDecember 2, 2007,Sunday, from 4pm -7pm Calabar's Anniversary PartyRSVP: 718-638-4288 or info@calabar- imports.comWhere: Calabar Imports, 820 Washington Avenue(btwn. Lincoln and St. Johns Pl.)Telephone: 718-638-4288 www.calabar- imports.com___________________________________

December 1st Calabar trunk Show at 4W circle

2007-11-18T13:42:00.000-05:00

CALABAR IMPORTSHOLIDAY Trunk Show at 4W Circle showcasing home furnishings, fashion accessories, jewelry and gift itemsSat, Dec 1, 4-8pmwhere:4W Circle, 704 Fulton Street(South Portland and South Oxford)718-875-6500RSVP: 718-638-4288 or info@calabar- imports.com************ ********* ********* ********* *At CALABAR IMPORTSRemember EVERY FIRST SATURDAYLATE NITE SHOPPINGWE OPEN UNTIL MIDNIGHT*****

Brooklyn designers Welcomes South African Meropa heritage designers

2006-07-28T20:06:00.000-04:00

MeropaHeritage is A Cultural Trade experienceA fashion presentation and Salethursday august 3rd 4-7pm CBJC Jazz Of Fashion Hosts Meropa Heritage A Cultural Trade experience At A Reception and Fashion Show, LIU's Kumble Theatre, Flatbush @ Dekalb Meropa Heritage is a a Cultural Trade experience. CBJC and the Artist Mosaic Jazz of Fashion is pleased to Host Meropa Heritage in a

Brooklyn Fashion Gallery launched

2006-05-12T18:38:00.000-04:00

Brooklyn's Fashion Designers take controll of their destiny At the end of this monththe Brooklyn Fashion Gallery, will be launched, the next step in the fashion initiative that evoled from Artist Mosaic into the A-liners project. Whereas Am Explored a forum where, art, culture, heritage, enterprise, creativity and modern opportunity could converge! The A-liners explored a specific industry and

Brooklyn Designers online Fashion Gallery

2006-05-06T14:41:00.000-04:00

An online portal , the Brooklyn Fashion Gallery allows the world to access emerging fashion and accessory designers in Brooklyn