Artist Spotlight – Amy Shackleton

In any industry it’s competitive, hard and demanding but some industries really just take that much more to succeed or breakthrough. The arts industry for example could be one of them, requiring natural talent mixed with a brilliant business mind, good intuition and a real desire to not only succeed but rise above. The person […]

An Evening with Julianna Bennett and Mulcair

Cynthia Cheng Mintz Julianna Bennett, designer of Mulcair was at Yorkville’s Rac Boutique Friday for an evening of chatting, shopping and fun.   Bloggers and fashionistas alike had the chance to speak with Julianna about her line.  The Fall/Winter 2010-2011 collection, which is currently on sale at reduced prices, was, according to the designer, inspired fashion icons.  Pieces such […]

Tea Time at Starbucks!

Cynthia Cheng Mintz You may have heard about Starbucks‘ recent logo makeover, which keeps the so-called “Siren,” yet taking away its name, Starbucks Coffee (the new logo is set to launch in the spring).  Maybe there’s a reason for that.  It could be that Starbucks wants to be known for more than just coffee, such as […]

Designer Profile: Angela Chen of OR

Cynthia Cheng Mintz West coast native, Angela Chen recently debuted her rebranded collection, now called OR, at LG Fashion Week.  Her Spring/Summer 2011 collection was inspired by the early 1980s movie, The Blue Lagoon, especially by the lead character, played by Brook Sheilds.  The collection is versatile, with the ability to take the wearer throught the […]