Thank You for the Birthday Wishes!

I would like to thank everyone for all the birthday wishes! It has been such an amazing year, and the next will be even better!! Thank you to everyone who made yesterday so special, it means the world to me. I love you ALL!

Diane von Furstenberg Spring 2010 Runway

Diane von Furstenberg is by far one of the most talented fashion designers of all time. The patterns and prints she uses accentuates a woman's body beautifully. My mouth dropped when I saw her new spring 2010 collection. Every piece is done exquisitely and I never expect anything less but perfection from this amazing woman.

The gold, brown, and turquoise that are shown throughout the collection is such a welcoming way to enter this upcoming spring. The models looked ravishing as they walked down the runway. I cannot get over how amazing this collection is, and it's definitely one of my favorites this Fashion Week!

Designer Cupcakes....Trick, or Treat???

There is no trick here that's for sure. You don't have to spend your whole life savings on designer items anymore! Swedish Stylist, Lisa Edsaly and Photographer, Therese Algard got their hands dirty in the kitchen and whipped up a batch of designer cupcakes! Yes, cupcakes! The five designers chosen for the yummy treat are: Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Christian Louboutin, Agent Provocateur, and Betsey Johnson. As of right now, we don't know if they are available for purchase, but we sure want our hands on those sweets. It definitely makes for a cute birthday idea and a tasty snack!

Jay-Z Shatters Record

Congratulations are in order to Jay-Z for selling over 476,000 units in first week. After having 11 #1 albums, he has officially SHATTERED Elvis’ record of having 10 #1 albums by a solo artist.

This is Jay's 11th No. 1 on the Billboard 200. I can only imagine what's next for the mogul.

Catherine Malandrino Spring 2010

The look for Malandrino's spring 2010 collection was BOHO. All done in comfortable spring fabrics Malandrino used lots of fringe, geometric shapes, and much detail to express her line. Jacobs wasn't the only one who thought of using bold colors for the spring! Malandrino shocked us with such rich colors in every one of her pieces. Coppers, teals, and purples were just some of the fantastic colors used for the line. 

The runway was filled with cropped jackets, dresses, and jumpers (which are my favorite)! She did a phenomenal job draping the silhouettes and used exquisite shaping techniques for a look no one has seen before. Her collection really knows how to show off a woman's body! Her inspiration behind the line was so well thought and is expressed 100% throughout the entire collection! Overall I loved the look and can't wait to get my hands on a few pieces!!

Marc by Marc Jacobs Spring/Summer 2010

I can honestly say that Marc Jacobs is a mere genius! Innovator should be his middle name. Jacobs has proven time and time again that he knows exactly what he's doing. Always keeping the crowd wanting more, he floored us with his Spring/Summer 2010 collection. Plaids, polka dots, and whimsical prints tore up the runway last night at the Marc by Marc Jacobs Fashion Show. Each model that came out showed something different, but yet, all brilliant pieces everyone will be wearing this spring and summer. 

The King of Fashion used beautiful, bold colors that will definitely brighten up the streets of NYC this spring. The unusual but outstanding patterns used on blouses and sweaters were the perfect way to WOW the audience. The color didn't stop on the clothes though. The hot pink lips used on the models were a great way to finish the look, and a must have beauty product for the upcoming season! 

We at MSMPR love love loved the collection and the fabulous designer behind it all!

PR TIP: What is Public Relations?

What is PR?

· 2 way communication system
· Planned effort to influence opinion through good character and responsible performance based upon mutually satisfactory two-way communication
· The art and science of managing communication between an organization and its key publics to build, manage and sustain its positive image
· Deliberate actions, performance based, designed to be effective, born out of the public interest—align public’s concerns and interests with the organization’s self-interests

Once Upon A Time... this is how it all started.... September 2005

I was a freshman at Fordham Univeristy that year, and everything was new. I was free to be my own person in a big a school, in the big city. My dear friend Evan Soufarapis invited me to my first fashion show ever. I was super excited and looking forward to a great night. Leaving from Chelsea Piers on a cool September night, I boarded a yacht and was off to see an amazing show. I had an incredible seat next to some of New York City's well-known fashion editors, stylists, and (of course) socialites.

From a young age, I knew I was destined to work with people, for people. . . something involving people. I knew that I loved getting to know people and listening to their stories and all about their lives. I knew what I enjoyed doing, who I liked to work with, my weaknesses, my strengths, and what I was good at. Immediately, I knew Public Relations was a field I wanted to pursue. However, it wasn't until that September night on the yacht when I got my first craving for the industry and success. And, there on that yacht, I met one of the women who found that success. There she was, "The" Lizzie Grubman. In short, she is an icon and a name everyone knows. I admire her success and her work ethic. Lizzie Grubman is strong, powerful, and confident. After getting off that yacht in Chelsea Piers, I sensed a calling to do everything she does and more. Seeing her in action truly motivated and inspired me. I consider people like Lizzie Grubman true success stories- people who pursued what they loved to do, and do what they love. After all, that's the most important thing, isn't it? Fame and celebrity are gravy.

Baby Phat Spring 2010 Collection

The Spring/Summer 2010 Collection by Baby Phat dazzled down the runway to Michael Jackson Classics. The show was an absolute success! Congrats Kimora on Baby Kenzo and on an amazing show!

Throwback: Kimora Lee & The American Image Awards 2007

Kimora Lee was awarded designer of the year in March 2007; I recently came across the photo below from The American Image Awards, taken in 2007. I wanted to share this photo with you as it was my first job working as a publicist for Soho Fashion LTD., the outerwear licensee for Baby Phat, Steve Madden, Honee, Coogi, Rocawear Men, and Mirage Leather. I am very grateful for all the experience I gained working at Soho. I had a wonderful time.
I also wanted to congratulate all my friends at Baby Phat: Kimora Lee, Kate Sullivan, and Natalie Kinds for a job well done! Last night's show was a TOTAL VICTORY! People have not stopped talking about it! From Alicia Keys, to Russell Simmons, June Ambrose, Kim Kardashian, and we cant forget Ming & Aoki Lee, and new gorgeous baby Kenzo.... it was a star-studded night to be remembered!

Introducing The MSM Girls

I wanted to take the time out and introduce you to my new team of AMAZING sidekicks! Smart, motivated, charismatic, well-spoken, trendy and did I mention super fabulous?

Meet The MSM Girls:

Jamie - a graduate of Fordham University, Jamie has a well-rounded background in quite a few media and public relations-related internships. An amazing, talented writer, she's also super efficient, organized and a dynamic worker. She's a creative thinker with an eye for detail. In short.... she's awesome! I owe her a huge thank you for my blog MSMPR 24 SEVEN!

Ashley - Ashley is young, hot, and trendy. Currently a full-time student at Monclair State Univeristy, this woman is intended for success. She interned for Kelly Cutrone and People's Revolution. Her edgy, modern style once took her down the road where she aspired to be a high fashion and celebrity stylist. Deciding to give Public Relations a try, she is guaranteed to offer a unique, stylish perspective in the world of media, and celebrity news.

Angie: THE OFFICIAL STYLIST OF MSM PUBLIC RELATIONS - Always "fresh to death", Angie is my secret weapon. Hip, unique, bold, chic, and classy yet edgy, she believes in taking risks. She ventures with her choices not only in her fashion, but in life, Angie makes a statment in all she does. Creating her own style and trends, she believes "Fashion is public, but style is a personal statment." She is FIERCE!!!

Calliope M: Associate Editor - is a 2008 graduate of Manhattanville College. Currently, she is working as a substitute teacher, a babysitter and as associate editor for MSM Public Relations. She plans to go to graduate school and study film production. Calliope hopes to get work in the film business and eventually become a film producer or director. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, the theatre, watching films, studying true crime events, and creating art pieces using a variety of mediums. She also enjoys reading and writing, and hopes to become a published author someday.

ZARA TEREZ is Here To Stay!

Zara Terez Handbags are a MUST HAVE for this season!! The collection speaks of brilliant craftsmanship and creativity, and is shown throughout the bags. The designs are unique and portray elegance, sophistication, and confidence. It is what every woman wants! You can't go wrong wearing one of these bags because they are AMAZING for day and night! Here are just a few of my favorite must have bags this season!!

Birds Short is the key to making your outfit POP! With 9 (nine) different styles to choose from, and each one being different you will have EVERYONE talking about it!! Each bag has the right amount of color and detail for any event!!

Sunset Park is an AWESOME everyday bag!! Made of Italian pebbled leather it is the definition of FUNCTIONALITY! It has great front pockets to store whatever you need and adjustable straps to fit you!! It comes in 4 (four) colors that can be worn all year long! What can be better than that??

Bleecker is another go to bag that can be worn casually for day time errands or at night for a BOHO Chic look! You can't pass up a camel colored bag this fall, and with a hint of tie-dye the bag is PERFECT!

Chelsea is a TO DIE FOR evening bag! In manta ray and python you will be turning heads with this bag! It is great for a night out on the town. It will definitely GLAM UP any outfit!!!

You can find Zara Terez's New Collection in Big Drop, Nordstrom, The Shoebox, and many other specialty stores in the upcoming weeks!! You can also check out the collection online at www.zaraterez.com

Behind The Scenes: Sextillionaire Photo Shoot

The Tesla Girls and of course guy, (that's right, welcome Devin- THE FIRST TESLA BOY) were at it again! Lights, Camera, Action, Sextillionaire was the center of attraction. People can't get enough of the new Sextillionaire Clothing line, but after Saturday's Photo Shoot at Covo in Harlem, its only getting HOTTER!

With a contemporary or trendy prestigious academy theme, the models worked the runway in clothes lended by Report Collection along with Vintage 1 Jeans. Chaser's accessory line added fashionable accents to the models' look.

The phenomenal cast included Athlete Darrin Davis, running back for Southern Connecticut State University Darrin Davis, who holds school records for the most touchdowns in a game with five and the most rushing attempts in a single game with 372. He was a 2001 Pre-Season ALL American and received all American honors at the end of that season. Considered to belightning fast ,he has been in NFL training camps for the Green Bay Packers and The New England Patriots. Darrin has played professionally in the Arena League as well, he hopes to get on with a NFL Team this season. Multi-platinum producer Chad Beatz (Gym Class Heroes, 50Cent, Ashanti, Robin Thicke, Cassie, Jim Jones, and more. 100.93 Rock Miami's VJ and Radio Host Frankie, and The Tesla Groups's Isadora, Tiffany, and Jordan.

Sextillionaire is taking over. Are you a Sextillionaire?

Log on to http://www.sextillionaires.com/ & http://www.theteslagroup.com/ for more details!

Follow me on Twitter: @MarigoPR

So this Twitter thing... hmmmmmm, still very new to me, but I am starting to get the hang of it! I am so taken back by this new form and means of not only communication but business practices in the entertainment and fashion indutries. Everything is now done and HIGHLY publisized over Twitter, Facebook, and other social networking tools! It is incredible how things are always changing, in order to truly succeed, you must be on top of it, AT ALL TIMES! So I finally caved in and created my Twitter account, I now understand this sickness, it can get addicting!

With that being said.. be sure to follow me and my super chaotic life on Twitter: @MarigoPR

Looking forward to all of your stories and Tweets!

Ps. - I post this picture of my mom and I for this blog entry.... because everytime I tweet or pick up my blackberry.... guess who is constantly complaining? That's right! But you gotta love her! She is amazing, and definately my support system!!!!!

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PR TIP: NETWORK , NETWORK, NETWORK!!

In the public relations industry your ability to network plays such an enormous role in determining the success of your career. Today's PR agent must always keep in mind the age old adage: it's not what you know, but who you know. Why? Because we want to cultivate relationships with people who have connections to the type of people who can garner interest in our clients. For example, if you are on "friendly" terms with an editor at Rolling Stones you are more likely to get your client an interview with the mag, than if you blindly submitted a press kit. Here are some helpful tips on networking I found on www.101publicrelations.com:

1. Plan in advance who you want to meet during the activity. If possible, have a mutual friend introduce you, so that you come into the relationship with a good recommendation.

2. Be willing to invest 10 minutes with someone before you decide that they're not worth developing a deeper relationship. You'll be amazed at how often you'll find out something 8 minutes into a conversation that will become the networker's dream that you would have never heard if you would have rejected that person after 3 minutes of discussion.

3. Start with getting to know the person. If you introduce yourself, then jump into a sales pitch, you'll be brushed away faster than the dirt on a hardwood floor. Build a relationship of trust.

4. Focus the conversation on them, not you. People love to talk about themselves. Learn something personal about them - get them talking about their family, their interests, their background, in addition to finding out what they do for a living. This tells them that you care more about them than their business.

5. Think about how you can help your new acquaintances to meet their business or even personal goals. Then tell them how you can help them to do that for free. You're not selling your services / products at this point, you're helping...

6. Once everyone seems to be at ease, don't be afraid to confidently tell them what you do, and pass them more information. If done right, they'll be more than happy to learn more.

Between these tips and your own experience, you will find that networking will become easier and easier...

Ramona Singer on HSN tonight @ 10pm!

Be sure to check out "The Real Housewives of New York's" Ramona Singer tonight as she debuts her elegant and fabulous designs on HSN at 10pm. I had the opportunity to meet with Ramona to see the line up close and personal. Gorgeous stones, stunning styles, and unique designs, Ramona's line is an absolute success. Tune in tonight and pick some of your very own Ramona Singer pieces.

About Ramona Singer's Line: Reflect a life that’s big and bold with these fabulous designs. Inspired by the timeless elegance of Art Deco style, each piece features a fresh and exciting look at ageless sophistication. With exquisite geometric shapes and bold, rich colors you’ll look like you spent a fortune – even though you didn’t.

http://jewelry.hsn.com/ramona-singer-jewelr_c-j_a-6473_xc.aspx