Marcelo & Jordana Guimaraes – husband and wife – are the founders of FASHINNOVATION. Marcelo has been in the entrepreneurial ecosystem throughout his life, always dealing with enterprises incorporating innovations in technology. Jordana has been in the fashion industry for the last 15 years, in the marketing and public relations department.
When Marcelo presented a thought to Jordana of developing an event to assemble a group of diverse entrepreneurs to inspire via panel talks, and followed it up with one simple question: “Would it make sense to mix enterprises in technology with the world of fashion?”. With where Fashion is headed today, Jordana jumped at the opportunity to share ideas with him, which in turn launched FASHINNOVATION.
As the event – with the decision to have it held during New York Fashion Week – was being assembled, through positive responses from some of the biggest names in the fashion and tech industries coming in, this dynamic duo realized this wouldn’t just be an event, however a business. The mission became: “Where Fashion & Technology Connect, While Sparking the Entrepreneurial Mindset”, where panel conversations via various subjects would be discussed between the fashion and tech industry leaders/entrepreneurs, and then continued through a multi media platform.
“We want to grow a community of like minded individuals who believe that through collaboration, one grows and flourishes… and with the way the fashion industry is evolving through innovations and technologies, those two industries must always be conversing, in order to always keep ahead of the curve. We are hoping to facilitate that via FASHINNOVATION”.
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One of PLITZS stand-out designers, Shattoria Whitener and Chasity Taylor participated in the showcase today. Lavon Taylor is their brand that bridges the gap between haute couture and ready to wear. This brand offers a tailored sleek look while breaking the rules of color and texture. Lavon Taylor can be described best as Alexander McQueen collides with Ralph Lauren. This brand caters to the business savvy professional woman who desires a bold, dominating look while keeping the essence of her femininity. Lavon Taylor,
It’s strong, it’s beautiful, and it’s you.
Another stand-out designer was Vedeta Hanley who created her line called V. Hanley. Her mission statement is the premiere clothing brand company in mid-tier to high end. She creates clothes lines that fit the woman’s body and enhancing her curves giving her a feel of confidence and beauty yet functional. Vedeta Hanley has designed for some of the most successful brands within the industry; Such as Polo Ralph Lauren, Rocawear, Abercrombie & Fitch and Giii, Jones New York and Cynthia Rowley. After spending over Ten years building other brands, she is venturing off to build her own brand, the High end most elegant and classy V. Hanley collection, and the next sought after fashion forward ready wear moderate prices line Genesis & Luke.
Other emerging designers include Gamakache Black by Margaret Persaud, M.A.C (Mic’ha’s Authentic Creations) created by Shinade Martin, Jennyvi By Jennyvi Dizon, Urban Roots Eco Couture By Ruth Woldeselasie, KHOLYNS COUTURE by Chuks Collins, among others.
World Liberty TV, Fashion team had the pleasure of viewing the PLITZS showcase designers’ presentations.
Stylish yet subtle, the 2014 Infiniti Q70’s combination of lavish equipment and dynamic performance makes it one of the more elegant choices in the luxury sedan realm, even with the stiff competition from Germany and America.
Previously known as the M sedan, the 2014 Infiniti Q70 reaches its rivarly of the world’s best luxury sedans without copying them–it’s a true original. Striking, voluptuous curves and complex surfaces wrap an interior filled with warm wood, semi-aniline leather, and considerably more personality than you’ll find in comparably stark European alternatives.
Both rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive versions of the Infiniti Q70 are available, as are two different engines: a V-6 and a V-8. The Q70 3.7 RWD and AWD share a 3.7-liter V-6 engine rated at 330 horsepower; the Q70 5.6 RWD and AWD get a 5.6-liter, 420-horsepower V-8. All models get a seven-speed automatic transmission with manual-shift mode, rev-matching downshifts, and optional paddle shifters. Both V-6 and V-8 versions of the Q70 accelerate rapidly and shift smoothly.
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a global home appliance innovator, has announced a new lineup of premium home appliances that enable consumers to manage and master the entire cooking process from start to finish. With insights from some of the world’s top professional chefs, a new refrigerator has been developed that keeps even the most delicate ingredients intact. An electric slide-in range with an unparalleled level of oven temperature control and one of the most significant dishwasher cleaning innovations in the past 40 years are also among the highlights on display at the 2014 International CES from Jan. 7-10, 2014.
This year marks the debut of the Samsung Chef Collection, a suite of premium professional chef-grade appliances developed in collaboration with Samsung Club Des Chefs. This first-of-its-kind global culinary initiative, launched in 2013, has brought together world class chefs to collaborate with Samsung on the development of next-generation products.
“Passion for cooking, entertaining and creating a beautiful home are driving our product innovation and inspiring us to new heights of design excellence,” said Warner Doell, Vice President of Home Appliances Sales and Marketing, Samsung Canada. “By working closely with Samsung Club Des Chefs, we’ve created kitchen appliances that offer an awe-inspiring level of flexibility, organization, ease of use and premium style to meet the needs and wants of even the most discerning home cook.”
Korean electronics giant Samsung launched its most talked-about product, the curved ultra high definition (UHD) TV, and a range of products including tablets at the 2014 International Consumer Electronics Show.
The company unveiled a 105-inch screen UHD TV, which it claims is the world’s largest curved UHD TV. The U9000 series includes 65-inch and 55-inch curved TVs.
World Liberty TV, Team was on hand for the debut for Curved UHD TV, as well as many more products Samsung Debuted at the CES International 2014.
Here are a few facts about salad – from the Dole Salad 101 Guide Book.
Dole presented us with 28 different salad veggies. From ones I have heard of – like iceberg, romaine – to new varieties like Tango and Mizuna. Then each one of us tasted these varieties back to back with no added salad dressings – raw and in their pure taste profile state. So much fun! It was amazing to be reminded of the different tastes and texture of different salad varieties. Here are a few of my favorite varieties we tasted – and some nutrition facts:
Butter lettuce – excellent source of vitamins A and K – and folate. Small round heads of lettuce. Soft and succulent with “buttery” textured leaves.
Green and Red Cabbage – dense, waxy heads – crunchy texture. The red cabbage has twice the vitamin C as green cabbage! Both red and green cabbage are good sources of glucosinolates that help promote heart health.
Escarole – a member of the endive/chicory family. It has broad, crispy, slightly curved pale green leaves. Escarole is high in folate. I love the mild, bitter, complex flavor of raw escarole – but you can also add it to cooked dishes like soups.
Frisee – ah yes, the “frizzy” looking lettuce. Although it used to be thought of as a purely ‘accent’ ingredient to salads – a new trend is to use frisee as the main ingredient. Crunchy and zesty – frisee will add some zing to your salad. It is packed with nutrients. Folic acid, vitamins A, C and K and manganese. It has approx. 1/3 the RDA of both vitamins A and C per serving!
Iceberg Lettuce – crunchy and crisp – this lettuce is not a “powerhouse” of nutrients – but is a good source of vitamin K.
Radicchio – those purple round heads of biter-tasting leaves are rich in phosphorus, calcium and vitamins B and C. Add some complexity to your salad by tossing in some radicchio.
Romaine – one of my classic faves. The latest trend is to grill your romaine then chop it up into a salad. So good! Romaine is rich in calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, sodium, beta-carotene and vitamins A, B and C.
Snow Peas – I always forget that snow peas are delicious eaten raw! And they are a great source of vitamin C and iron.
Arugula – possibly the most “trendy” lettuce variety is spicy arugula. It is also called “Roquette” to some. It has a peppery mustard flavor and its nutty flavor matures into a slight bitterness as the leaves mature. Arugula contains glucosinolates which are believed to have a possible protective role against certain types of cancers.
Tango – a baby tender leaf lettuce with ruffled edges. Adds a soft texture to salad mixes. You will probably find this in a spring mix variety.
Mache – I adore mache, also called Lamb Lettuce. Sweet, buttery, nutty and tender – you’ll swoon over this gently leaf. Mache is rich in B vitamins and vitamin C.
Mizuna – what a fun name, right? Mizuna is a mustard green with small feathered leaves. It has a slightly peppery, mild mustard flavor. Excellent source of vitamins A and C.
Spinach – we all love these tender sweet and salty leaves of spinach. Spinach is indeed a nutrient powerhouse: rich in vitamins A, C B6, folate, iron, calcium and magnesium.
