FORGET THE COLD ! with its patented adjustable heating system.

The technology was developed by the German company NOVONIC: four heating panels integrated into the jacket’s lining are linked to a rechargeable battery, stored in the inside left pocket of the jacket.

When you are cold simply turn on the system by pressing the button on the battery which triggers the autonomous system into a 20 minute operating cycle – these cycles can be repeated 6 times per day — to maintain optimal temperature.

Light (250g), washable, and rechargeable, the system complies with current standards.

Combined with a jacket in breathable, waterproof 20000/20000 stretch material, it will provide skiers with incomparable comfort and warmth!

Skiers feel the cold sitting standing still, on ski-lifts or in particularly bad weather.

In order to do stay warm and to make skiing more enjoyable, Rossignol launches the HIT jacket with its patented adjustable heating system.

Tags: Hit Jacket, Innovation Rossignol

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Bagtv is a totally new concept in bag design, combining bespoke luxury bags with high tech electronic equipment.

The first in a range of new products, is a beautifully crafted ladies hand-bag, which comes in a range of cool colours, leathers, and fabrics, integrated with a high quality 7in TV screen combining, DVD, and Mpeg player.

The screen sits behind a protective transparent shield and enables the owner to literally watch Films/Videos either on DVD or downloaded to the bag.

The system comes with full connectivity for use with computers or digital cameras through USB port and SD card slot, allowing the playing of scrolling photos on the bag.

Use on the move, on the way to and from work, for holidays, on trains or in the car.

Use at night in bars, and clubs to show off your latest photos, or favorite videos.

The smart light weight battery system, allows the player to play up to 2.5 hours, movies, video, photos before re-charging.

It comes equipped with its own re-charger unit for use with the mains or in car, together audio/video cables for connectivity with TV .

All in all, bagtv is the latest fashion statement, and doubles as a really useful bit of kit for the ladies to rival their boys toys!

hideous $700 bag with a useless LCD

Tags: Bagtv, Ladies hand-bag

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The 45-year-old Pirates Of The Caribbean was voted as the World’s Sexiest Man of 2008 in the Cosmopolitan survey, followed by George Clooney and Jake Gyllenhaal.

The honour comes just months after Depp was voted Britain’s favourite actor in a separate poll.

James Bond star Daniel Craig took fourth place, with Brad Pitt coming in fifth.

Also making the top half of the list were James McAvoy, Justin Timberlake, Will Smith, David Beckham, Wentworth Miller, Christian Bale and Jonathan Rhys Meyers.

Politicians David Cameron and David Milliband failed to score in the reader’s survey, which can be read in the November issue of the magazine.

Here’s the complete ranking from #1 to #25:

1. Johnny Depp, 45
2. George Clooney, 47
3. Jake Gyllenhaal, 27
4. Daniel Craig, 40
5. Brad Pitt, 44
6. James McAvoy, 29
7. Justin Timberlake, 27
8. Will Smith, 40
9. David Beckham, 33
10. Wentworth Miller, 36
11. Christian Bale, 34
12. Jonathan Rhys Meyers, 31
13. Take That: Gary Barlow, 37, Mark Owen, 36, Howard Donald, 40 and Jason Orange, 38
14. Ashton Kutcher, 30
15. Dermot O’Leary, 35
16. David Tennant, 37
17. Patrick Dempsey, 42
18. Clive Owen, 44
19. Pierce Brosnan, 55
20. Mark Ronson, 33

Tags: Johnny Depp, Sexiest Men

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SWEETHEART DRESSES

Take a page from your prom-going days and party in a pouf-skirted dress with a sweetheart neckline – Rumer Willis, Jessica Simpson and January Jones have been giving the look a twirl.

CUFFED JEANS

Amanda Peet, Katie Holmes and Rachel Bilson take a casual cue from the ’80s in their distressed and pegged jeans.

ANIMAL PRINT T-SHIRTS

Forget a little bit of leopard print! Nicky Hilton, Halle Berry and Christina Aguilera show their animal instincts with cheetahs, zebras and tigers emblazoned across their tees.

CHECKED SHIRTS

Gingham gets a cool update with open necklines, colored backgrounds and skinny jean bottoms. Ashlee Simpson, Reese Witherspoon and Lauren Conrad have already caught on!

LACE ROMPERS

Love the comfort of a one-piece romper but want to take it out at night? Try adding a layer of sheer black lace and long sleeves, like 90210’s Shenae Grimes, Rihanna and Thandie Newton.

PURPLE DRESSES

Emmy Rossum, Blake Lively and Lindsay Lohan hit two of fall’s hottest trends – deep purple and wide-waist belts – in their slim, belted frocks.

BAGGY JEANS

Sick of skinny jeans or even your standard bootcut? Try super-baggy jeans – or just borrow a pair from your guy – like Heidi Klum, Victoria Beckham and Sarah Jessica Parker.

RED FLORAL GOWNS

Katie Cassidy, Miley Cyrus and Eva Longoria Parker add a bright touch to their elegant gowns with bold scarlet flowers.

Tags: Celebrity, Dresses, Fashion, Trends

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Women’s styles are diverse and so are the options for the latest accessories. There is something for every woman to have and to hold. The secret to today’s shopping is to buy wisely. Get real. Sift through the latest trends and base your pick list on that. Focus on what really works for you. Remember that before you can be successful at shopping and getting the most out of it, you must know your style. Only then will you be able to have perfect things to play around with in your wardrobe.

Accessories are defining a new level of sophistication. The big news is the return of elegance and refinement with all the ladylike trimmings that come with it – jewelry, hats, belts, bags, gloves, scarves and even pantyhose! Grown-up is back.

Women with real style veer away from strongly branded accessories. Style is more about understated luxury. Craftsmanship, quality and design are foremost on their minds. Now more than ever, it is more important to look out for accessories that will outlive fashion’s fancy. It is all about picking pieces that are timeless. Invest in items that will stand the test of time. It is the best approach to get optimum ROI in economic terms, return on investment. Or, for a die-hard shopper like me, a good excuse to continue to splurge despite the current anorexic economy. Seriously, you will get your money’s worth only if you buy wisely and carefully.

Know exactly what to purchase and what should be at the top of your shopping list. Buy something you really love — that way, you will definitely get the most out of it. Remember that the secret to making your look all your own is your choice of accessories. Take your pick and add a personal twist to your style. Take a look at the latest accessories and buy wisely and carefully.

Tags: Fashion Tips, Trends, Woman Accessories

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Dress is what makes a lad appear like a true gentleman. The way a person dress has a telling effect into what kind of personality he has. The suit which a person wears represents his stylistic taste on various occasions. This is essentially the reason why most men are very choosy on the type of suit they are wearing. They impose certain criteria on the suits that they want to include in their closet collection. They place high premium on the style, color and cut of the suit.

More often than not, it is not unusual to see men wearing suit unfit to their personality and temperament. It is not exactly a case of ignorance on style but more of the lack of ability to harmonize certain elements of fashion that needs to be carefully considered when looking for a nice suit. Readily manufactured and purchased at the nearby clothing store, they have no other choice but to select the suit which they deemed best suits their style.

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Tags: Men wear, Style, Suit, Trends

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FLORAL STRIPES

How to spice up the little black dress? Add bold stripes of colorful floral prints – like Christina Aguilera, Jessica Simpson and Leona Lewis.

RIPPED JEANS

Forget trying to patch up your jeans – this fall, it’s all about holes, rips and tears in your best denim. Kate Beckinsale, Emma Roberts and Cameron Diaz are already trying out the look.

NAVY DRESSES

Forget the LBD – Anne Hathaway, Reese Witherspoon and Claire Danes take a sophisticated turn in sleek sapphire dresses.

CHECKED DRESSES

Transition gingham into fall with full-skirted black-and-white frocks like Keira Knightley, Lauren Conrad and Teri Seymour.

DRESSES

Citrus shades get even juicier with tiers down the front of minidresses – especially when worn by Maria Sharapova, Cameron Diaz and Jessica Szohr.

Tags: Celebrity, Dresses, Fashion, Trends

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THE BULGARI ACCESSORIES collection for Spring/Summer 2008 is characterized by refined skins that are creased and curled to emulate the cuts of ancient precious stones.

The colors of this new collection have been borrowed from the magical Roman landscape, where the ultra-classical tones of African marble and the tufa Stone of ancient columns are illuminated by the sapphire blue skies and the coral reds of sunsets.

Louis Vuitton is Prefall 2008 Collection, meanwhile, offers luxe accessories of a similar persuasion-specifically handbags in jewel colors.

Tags: Bags, BULGARI, Jewel Bags, Louis Vuitton, Style, Summer Collection, Trends

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