The arrival of Nike's new Air Force 1 high heels
Retro Concords in stores just in time for Christmas brought pandemonium
all over the country.Thousands lined up across the country to shell out
$180 for the black and white "Air Jordan 23 High Heels
" that went on sale at midnight.Police were called to shopping centers
in Indiana, Florida, Texas and Virginia among other states to control
crowds of hundreds lining up for the Air Jordan 6 high heels
.
"I don't remember anything like this in the recent past at all, definitely not with the Air Jordan High Heels
or anything like that," Linda Jackson, a spokeswoman for the
Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, told ABCNews.com. Indiana
police were called to three Air Max 2009 High Heels
to help control "hectic" scenes of hundreds of shoppers, including many
teenagers and children."It was pretty much a surprise for us," Jackson
said. "I imagine the Nike Dunk SB Heels High
knew, but I don't know that they were prepared for the response."
Frantic Nike Dunk SB Low Heels
even tried to break down a door at one of the Indiana Nike Heels Sandals
."There was a door that was damaged, but I don't believe they were able
to gain access," Jackson said. "It sounded like these are the
need-to-have item of the Nike Stiletto High Heels
, for some reason."In Atlanta, at least four people were arrested in a mob scene at a suburban Nike Swoosh High Heels
, according to the Associated Press. Twenty police cars responded and the crowd broke down a door to enter the Air Force 1 high heels
before it opened.Police had to smash the windows of a car to get two
toddlers out after a woman had left them there to go buy the Air Force 1 high heels
. She was taken into custody when she returned, according to the Air Jordan 23 High Heels
.
Florida police used pepper spray on unruly Air Jordan 6 high heels
seekers and fights were reported in Kentucky; glass was shattered at
stores in North Carolina.Within hours, hundreds of pairs of the shoes
were on sale on eBay, some for more than $500. Many of the pairs already
had dozens of bidders."Tinker made it shine. Mike made it fly. You made
it iconic," Air Jordan High Heels
said in a statement. "Air Max 2009 High Heels
11s only come around once a year, so don't miss this highly anticipated
release."The shoes were widely released and are available at stores
such as Foot Locker and Champs, in addition to Nike Dunk SB Heels High
stores.Air Jordans bring in an estimated $1 billion for Nike Dunk SB Low Heels
every year.
Thursday, February 28, 2013
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Paris Fall 2013: Guy Laroche, Rochas
(PARIS) Guy Laroche
It was all about le femme fatale at Marcel Marongiu's show for Guy Laroche at Paris' Grand Palais. To set the tone, a black knee-length dress with a dangerously high slit and harness-like leather detailing at the top worn with a suede and fur accented moto jacket opened the show. Strappy leather harness bras were a recurrent theme, like a navy pantsuit look worn with nothing underneath but tough-chic lingerie. For evening, sequins surfaced, often paired with wide leg black pants. The contrasting male/female theme continued with full-on fuchsia trou paired with biker-inflected toppers, like a cropped moto or sleeveless zippered wool coat-vest. Vibrant purple was another color that popped on pieces like a silk necktie-framed blouse with big ruched sleeves worn with matching flared pants, thus nailing that pervasive '70s vibe du season. Of particular note: Marongiu outdid himself with some of the outerwear pieces. Also on offer: a navy cape dress with high armholes and ponyhair storm flaps, or a leather jacket with exaggerated, layered lapels (also sporting hints of ponyhair) are exquisite interpretations of the cape or leather jacket themes, for those trying to wade through the sea of options this season. Chicly ferocious!
Rochas Size matters! It was all about playing with proportions, as far as Marco Zanini's latest Rochas showing was concerned. Exaggerated silhouettes, like a maroon oversized sweater or a '50s floral swing coat and skirt weren't just voluminous, they were big enough to fit at least two of the wispy models strutting them down the catwalk. Some of the getups came addled with swing skirts flaring out to the ankles, instead of simply below the knee. Another outfit involved a checked tweed jacket worn over a maroon sweater paired with a blush pink ankle-length skirt. The result? Feminine, yet slouchy boyfriend-borrowed in scale. A burgundy fur cape coat and black house coat were worn wide for statement-making outerwear. Some of these '50s references also wove in a bit of late '80s to early '90s references (ah, the cycle of fashion!) like a slim blush-hued, ankle-length skirt worn with an earthy brown sweater and a big lime green blazer. The casually cool result was one that we swear is straight out of Lara Flynn Boyle's Twin Peaks wardrobe.
Rochas Size matters! It was all about playing with proportions, as far as Marco Zanini's latest Rochas showing was concerned. Exaggerated silhouettes, like a maroon oversized sweater or a '50s floral swing coat and skirt weren't just voluminous, they were big enough to fit at least two of the wispy models strutting them down the catwalk. Some of the getups came addled with swing skirts flaring out to the ankles, instead of simply below the knee. Another outfit involved a checked tweed jacket worn over a maroon sweater paired with a blush pink ankle-length skirt. The result? Feminine, yet slouchy boyfriend-borrowed in scale. A burgundy fur cape coat and black house coat were worn wide for statement-making outerwear. Some of these '50s references also wove in a bit of late '80s to early '90s references (ah, the cycle of fashion!) like a slim blush-hued, ankle-length skirt worn with an earthy brown sweater and a big lime green blazer. The casually cool result was one that we swear is straight out of Lara Flynn Boyle's Twin Peaks wardrobe.
Monday, February 25, 2013
Michael Kors Holders to Sell Some Shares
Michael Kors Holdings Ltd. KORS -2.11% said certain stockholders plan to offer 25 million shares, as investors look to cash in following a recent run-up of the specialty retailer's shares.
Among the selling shareholders, Hong Kong private-equity firm Sportswear Holdings Ltd. will sell about 20 million shares, reducing its current 15.6% ownership stake to 5.8%, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Michael Kors, the company's honorary chairman and chief creative officer, will offer three million shares, lowering his current 3.9% stake to 2.4%.
The company had about 200.3 million ordinary shares outstanding as of Feb. 13, according to the filing.
Michael Kors's stock has been on a run of late, climbing 55% over the past 12 months. The shares have jumped 15% this month alone, amid the company's latest strong sales results.
Last week, the apparel and accessories maker said fiscal third-quarter earnings surged as it continued to enjoy strong demand for its high-end merchandise and it continued to open new stores. Earnings and revenue beat expectations, and the company raised is guidance for full fiscal-year results.
The company, which went public in December 2011, sells handbags, clothing, footwear and other apparel and accessories through shops-within-shops in luxury department stores and its own company-operated shops.
Shares were off 2.8% to $63.03 after-hours trading Tuesday.
Among the selling shareholders, Hong Kong private-equity firm Sportswear Holdings Ltd. will sell about 20 million shares, reducing its current 15.6% ownership stake to 5.8%, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Michael Kors, the company's honorary chairman and chief creative officer, will offer three million shares, lowering his current 3.9% stake to 2.4%.
The company had about 200.3 million ordinary shares outstanding as of Feb. 13, according to the filing.
Michael Kors's stock has been on a run of late, climbing 55% over the past 12 months. The shares have jumped 15% this month alone, amid the company's latest strong sales results.
Last week, the apparel and accessories maker said fiscal third-quarter earnings surged as it continued to enjoy strong demand for its high-end merchandise and it continued to open new stores. Earnings and revenue beat expectations, and the company raised is guidance for full fiscal-year results.
The company, which went public in December 2011, sells handbags, clothing, footwear and other apparel and accessories through shops-within-shops in luxury department stores and its own company-operated shops.
Shares were off 2.8% to $63.03 after-hours trading Tuesday.
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
Japanese adult-industry celebrity's year-end party appearance stirs controversy
Japanese adult-video (AV) star Sola Aoi has been the focus of controversy again in China as pictures and videos of her being hugged by Chinese business tycoons circulated on the Internet.
On Sunday, online clothing retailer VANCL held its year-end party at the China National Convention Centre, situated at the Beijing Olympic Park. Besides noted businessmen, and celebrities like film star, and singer Li Yuchun and writer Han Han, the company also invited Sola Aoi to the party.
During the party, when Aoi walked on the stage to perform her calligraphy in Chinese, several IT elites, including VANCL's founder and CEO, Chen Nian, domestic smartphone Xiaomi's founder and CEO, Lei Jun, and famous Chinese angel investor, Xue Manzi, took their chances and hugged Aoi one after another.
They could not have expected that their embraces would strike Chinese Internet users' nerves. Some slashed at VANCL for inviting an AV actress, some believe it was a commercial stunt, while others argued that their actions were reasonable and that society should be more inclusive.
Growing controversy
"Look at the big smiles those men had while hugging her. I'll never get over that. Don't you feel disgraceful?" a Web user named "gmy" said yesterday on qq.com.
"I was speechless when I saw the pictures. With what Aoi represents, will people connect her with the host? Did the company do any market research before carrying out such a public stunt?" Xu Li, a commercial consultant in Shanghai, said on his Sina Weibo on Tuesday.
The disappointment came as previous expectation of them collapsed, analyzed Bu Yong, an assistant researcher with the Communication Institute at the Chinese Academy of Sciences.
"Those IT elites, as public figures with successful business experience, shared the common image in many people's minds that they were healthy and positive. But now, some people feel they are not," Bu told the Global Times on Tuesday.
The 28-year-old Sola Aoi began her career as a teenager, featuring in adult shoots, movies and TV shows, and has accumulated a large number of fans in and out of Japan.
I
n China, pornography and adult publications are strictly prohibited. Porn is a taboo topic, especially for most parents. However, the ban has failed to deter a great number of people from turning to bootleg DVDs or downloading content.
Since 2010, Aoi formally entered the Chinese market by presenting at various commercial promotion activities. Among her numerous fans in China, she has received the nickname "Teacher Aoi", due to the lack of official sex education. Her Sina Weibo totaled 9.14 million followers as of yesterday, after opening in November 2010.
"For such a person to become so popular is a social tragedy. It displays that social morality has slipped off the edge of an abyss," said another Web user named "youth without money."
Mixed opinions
According to an online poll conducted by ifeng.com, among 9,000 participants, when asked whether they would like to see Aoi at their annual galas, 51 percent said no, 26 percent said yes, while the others expressed willingness to be an onlooker.
In comparison, results of their opinion of Aoi's presence at the VANCL party varied. About 41 percent deemed it commercial advertising, 32 percent believed it met the tastes of some individuals, while 17 percent said the company had the right to choose which ever performers it pleased.
"If a company promotes itself in such a way, it smears its customers as well and won't go far. This challenges Chinese traditional culture out of the desire for profit," said another Weibo user.
VANCL employees defended the decision to invite Aoi, saying it was made based on the opinion of all members of staff and the move displayed the company's inclusive attitude rather than tarnishing its brand.
"I think inviting Aoi to the party was a splendid plan. It has fully displayed the company's courage, boldness, and tolerance. All criticism afterward is nonsense," a female employee from VANCL, who refused to be named, told the Global Times yesterday.
"Everyone has his or her past, and we cannot deny her based solely on part of her past," she said.
Year-end parties
Bu believes that the case is far from undermining Chinese morality.
"Year-end parties are an opportunity for employees to release tension. So diversified programs are acceptable," Bu said.
"Besides, for many people, Aoi reminds them of their youth. Fans of Aoi do not necessarily adore pornography," he added.
In China, it has been a custom for companies and institutes to organize end of the year parties. At these parties, employees put on performances and have the chance to win special prizes.
Recently, photos of Liu Dong, a 23 year-old Baidu Beijing branch employee, went viral after pictures were taken of her during a fashion show at the firm's year-end party on January 9.
Some have voiced concern that the phenomenon has shown young people's morality has been corrupted. However, Zhou Xiaozheng, a professor of sociology at Renmin University, disagrees with this.
"These conclusions are baseless. It's fine as long as what they do does not violate the law or go against the main stream of economic development and social stability," Zhou told the Global Times. "Besides, China has such a large population, it's not right to judge people based on random online posts," he added.
On Sunday, online clothing retailer VANCL held its year-end party at the China National Convention Centre, situated at the Beijing Olympic Park. Besides noted businessmen, and celebrities like film star, and singer Li Yuchun and writer Han Han, the company also invited Sola Aoi to the party.
During the party, when Aoi walked on the stage to perform her calligraphy in Chinese, several IT elites, including VANCL's founder and CEO, Chen Nian, domestic smartphone Xiaomi's founder and CEO, Lei Jun, and famous Chinese angel investor, Xue Manzi, took their chances and hugged Aoi one after another.
They could not have expected that their embraces would strike Chinese Internet users' nerves. Some slashed at VANCL for inviting an AV actress, some believe it was a commercial stunt, while others argued that their actions were reasonable and that society should be more inclusive.
Growing controversy
"Look at the big smiles those men had while hugging her. I'll never get over that. Don't you feel disgraceful?" a Web user named "gmy" said yesterday on qq.com.
"I was speechless when I saw the pictures. With what Aoi represents, will people connect her with the host? Did the company do any market research before carrying out such a public stunt?" Xu Li, a commercial consultant in Shanghai, said on his Sina Weibo on Tuesday.
The disappointment came as previous expectation of them collapsed, analyzed Bu Yong, an assistant researcher with the Communication Institute at the Chinese Academy of Sciences.
"Those IT elites, as public figures with successful business experience, shared the common image in many people's minds that they were healthy and positive. But now, some people feel they are not," Bu told the Global Times on Tuesday.
The 28-year-old Sola Aoi began her career as a teenager, featuring in adult shoots, movies and TV shows, and has accumulated a large number of fans in and out of Japan.
I
n China, pornography and adult publications are strictly prohibited. Porn is a taboo topic, especially for most parents. However, the ban has failed to deter a great number of people from turning to bootleg DVDs or downloading content.
Since 2010, Aoi formally entered the Chinese market by presenting at various commercial promotion activities. Among her numerous fans in China, she has received the nickname "Teacher Aoi", due to the lack of official sex education. Her Sina Weibo totaled 9.14 million followers as of yesterday, after opening in November 2010.
"For such a person to become so popular is a social tragedy. It displays that social morality has slipped off the edge of an abyss," said another Web user named "youth without money."
Mixed opinions
According to an online poll conducted by ifeng.com, among 9,000 participants, when asked whether they would like to see Aoi at their annual galas, 51 percent said no, 26 percent said yes, while the others expressed willingness to be an onlooker.
In comparison, results of their opinion of Aoi's presence at the VANCL party varied. About 41 percent deemed it commercial advertising, 32 percent believed it met the tastes of some individuals, while 17 percent said the company had the right to choose which ever performers it pleased.
"If a company promotes itself in such a way, it smears its customers as well and won't go far. This challenges Chinese traditional culture out of the desire for profit," said another Weibo user.
VANCL employees defended the decision to invite Aoi, saying it was made based on the opinion of all members of staff and the move displayed the company's inclusive attitude rather than tarnishing its brand.
"I think inviting Aoi to the party was a splendid plan. It has fully displayed the company's courage, boldness, and tolerance. All criticism afterward is nonsense," a female employee from VANCL, who refused to be named, told the Global Times yesterday.
"Everyone has his or her past, and we cannot deny her based solely on part of her past," she said.
Year-end parties
Bu believes that the case is far from undermining Chinese morality.
"Year-end parties are an opportunity for employees to release tension. So diversified programs are acceptable," Bu said.
"Besides, for many people, Aoi reminds them of their youth. Fans of Aoi do not necessarily adore pornography," he added.
In China, it has been a custom for companies and institutes to organize end of the year parties. At these parties, employees put on performances and have the chance to win special prizes.
Recently, photos of Liu Dong, a 23 year-old Baidu Beijing branch employee, went viral after pictures were taken of her during a fashion show at the firm's year-end party on January 9.
Some have voiced concern that the phenomenon has shown young people's morality has been corrupted. However, Zhou Xiaozheng, a professor of sociology at Renmin University, disagrees with this.
"These conclusions are baseless. It's fine as long as what they do does not violate the law or go against the main stream of economic development and social stability," Zhou told the Global Times. "Besides, China has such a large population, it's not right to judge people based on random online posts," he added.
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