A Little Give & Take

Making a quick buck these days can be a little rough for some people, but for CEO Katherine Rothman it's a piece of cake. KMR Communications has extended offers to bloggers who write about the firm's specialties in exchange for a fee. There has been a bit of chatter about her tactics and whether or not it makes the blogger bias about the topic/specialty he or she writes about. Rothman views it as a "win win situation." I wonder how this will effect he blogosphere and firm's that might take on Rothman's new offer.

REAL HOUSEWIVES: THE JERSEY GIRLS ARE BACK!!! :-D

YES! YES! YES! This is the season that began my housewife addiction, not to mention Jersey girls are the most fun. Last season dished out some hard core backstabbing, the coldest of rumors, and flipping allegations all surrounding one thing; "The Book." After all of that, who wouldn't need a two year vacation from reality t.v., but technically the ladies weren't gone for just the break. These women knew their worth, and they wanted their money to reflect their ratings, and why shouldn't they? After all their freshman season was the highest rated "Real Housewives" series ever in all demographics, averaging 2.55 million total viewers and 1.91 million adults 18-49. The series' first season reunion was Bravo's most watched Housewives reunion special ever.

MOVE! OVER! O.C. ladies the real cougars are here and these Jersey girls are better than ever the second time around. Production of the new series was announced in October 2009, and is set to premiere in 2010 confirmed Executive Vice President and General Manager of Bravo Media, Frances Berwick. This Makes things pretty official in my book and too exciting because season two promises to blow viewers socks off with over the top drama, an insider told "Life and Style."

So far the only housewife too eager to do another season is of course Daniella Staub who would need to do another season since technically she was the struggling housewife, and my personal favorite Teresa Giudice who of course is looking to avoid the drama and use the "Real Housewives" to help expose her daughters many talents. Dina Manzo, Daniella's "enemy" is not looking forward to the drama to come and feels as if reality t.v. isn't her thing, but never the less everyone is on board, and fans are twitching with excitement. A premiere date is yet to be set, but I'm sure it should begin sometime in the spring, hopefully. Be on the look out for this hot, crazy, drama filled season 2 premiere of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, and updates from me, "Jasante" for more info on the ladies and their premiere.

Taupe Madness

It's no surprise that spring is going to be full of khaki colors, therefore it should be no surprise that this new trend would translate to our nails. For the past couple of years our nails have really come to the forefront. The traditional french manicure is only acceptable at weddings now, and if your a fashionista there are many nail lacquer trends to follow. One trend that cannot be ignored this coming spring is the taupe nail. Although the color is more subtle then the dark shades that we have come accustomed to, it offers a sense of sophistication that cannot be ignored. If you haven't picked up your shade of taupe yet, then you definitely need to make a trip to your local favorite beauty store, because this will be a trend will be spreading like wild fire.

Absolutely Mad For OPI

We are mad as a hatter for OPI's newest nail polish collection, inspired by Tim Burton's upcoming flick, a new take on the Disney classic, Alice In Wonderland. This highly anticipated film has been the inspiration for many fashionable designer looks this season. From Stella McCartney and Tom Binn's upcoming Wonderland themed jewelery collections, to Zac Posen's whimsical looks for his Pre-Fall 2010 RTW collection. Like we always say, if you can't afford the head-to-toe designer looks on trend for the season, then put it on your fingers and toes for close to nothing!

Our favorite nail polish brand, OPI, has done it again, entering the entertainment realm with their newly launched Alice in Wonderland Spring 2010 collection! These whimsical colors are the perfect way to add a touch of trendiness to your outfit, and you're sure to have everyone else going mad over your nails! The collection includes limited edition polishes Absolutely Alice, Mad as a Hatter, Off With Her Red! and Thanks So Muchness! Fanciful shades of deep red, shimmery blue, and glittery black each relate to a certain crazy character from the film, and will give you the same kind of vibrant personality for your outfit. I happen to be wearing Thanks So Muchness! right now, a berry red metallic shimmer, which has already gotten a few compliments! I'm itching to try the next fairytale hue, Absolutely Alice, a confetti speckled glittery royal blue.

The polishes are available now at salons nationwide, retailing at $8.50 per bottle or $20 for the set. So jump down the rabbit hole with us, paint on this amazing new lacquer, it might just have you standing on your head!

New York Post Charges For Web Access

The secret is out, and much sooner than the New York Times was hoping. This is because they want to avoid competitors from moving forward with their plans for the upcoming year, and future start of 2011. Top guns at the New York times have formally introduced their idea to have readers charged to access their website after a certain amount of consultation visits. This will take affect the beginning of next year, but already The New York Times is preparing for this change by designing a new foundation to provide a smooth experience using multiple platforms. This means that if versions of a program run on Windows and the Macintosh, the software supports multiple platforms. The New York Times is pulling out all the stops to prepare for the future, and stay ahead of the economy, which is one motive behind their new business model aside from the fact that they believe their readers are loyal and will pay for their professional journalism and award-winning digital content and services.

The Chairman and publisher Arthur Sulzberger Jr., president and chief executive Janet L. Robinson, senior vice president for digital operations Martin A. Nisenholtz and executive editor Bill Keller all went on the record with the Times' Richard Perez-Pena for his story on the decision. Here is a quote from the press release from The New York Times:

"The new approach, referred to as the metered model, will offer users free access to a set number of articles per month and then charge users once they exceed that number. This will enable NYTimes.com to create a second revenue stream and preserve its robust advertising business. It will also provide the necessary flexibility to keep an appropriate ratio between free and paid content and stay connected to a search-driven Web."

While New York Times subscribers will have FREE access to these upcoming perks, continuous professionalism, and outstanding journalism remember that all of this is available to readers who are willing to pay for complete access to the paper they love to read everyday. More details of the upcoming business model will be available in coming months and hopefully that will include affordable prices for current and future readers.

A Lesson On Guidos

There has been a lot of controversy since the airing of MTV's new hit show The Jersey Shore. The cast members have took it upon themselves to be self proclaimed guidos and guidettes, which is a slang word for an Italian. People have taken offense to these remarks and are speaking out.

At Queensboro College sociologist Donald Tricario has been studying Italians and the guidos. TIME and the Daily Beast both featured Tricario's work about the G word. Take a look at the full article and his work about the Jersey Shore and that infamous word young Italians call themselves.

http://www.mediabistro.com/prnewser/pop_culture/guido_academic_unhappy_with_jersey_shore_attention_149636.asp

Shopaholics, BEWARE!

I think by now everyone is getting a little sick of this cold winter weather. Bundling up before stepping outside is just not that fun anymore, especially when stores are releasing their spring lines already! It is torture, for sure. BUT, yes I started a sentence with but (Oops) there is something huge to look forward to. Besides shedding some layers for the spring/summer sun that's just around the corner you might want to stock up on some layering since one of our favorite department stores will be opening an outlet! Yes, I said it: an outlet.

Shopaholics listen up because our one stop shop, our home away from home better known as Bloomingdale's will be opening up three outlet stores in the upcoming summer and fall. New Jersey, Florida, and Virginia are getting blessed with the first ever Bloomingdale's outlet shops. How much better can discount shopping really get?
CEO, Terry J. Lundgren thought it was time to open an outlet, and we couldn't agree more. Competition like Nordstrom's Rack and Saks Off Fifth has been getting stiffer, and Bloomingdale's was starting to feel it. Since the recession hit Bloomingdale's has seen a pull back from consumers and their spending at the department store. To keep everyone happy and Bloomingdale's afloat, this was obviously the right thing to do!

So ladies, gents, and all you shopaholics get ready for the summer of 2010 because it's going to be f-a-b-u-l-o-u-s!!!!

Katy Perry for Proactiv

Proactiv has been one of the leading skin care products within the dermatology industry. Celebrities such as Jessica Simpson, Jennifer Love Hewitt and Mandy Moore have all endorsed Proactiv acne products. Pop singer Katy Perry has recently signed an endorsement deal with Proactiv. Perry will appear in television and online marketing campaigns sharing her personal experience with fighting acne. Direct Marketing Company, Guthy-Renker, is renowned for involving celebrities in Proactiv campaign ads and will continue to do so with Perry. Will this campaign open up more doors for Perry in the future? Only time can tell and the MSMPR team cannot wait to see Perry in action!

Jersey Shore Keeping Up With Their Tweeps

As we all know it Twitter is an epidemic that no one can resist catching. Well MTV sure has the bug and they want to know if all the Twitter users are keeping up with their latest hit show "The Jersey Shore". How do you keep track of how many times someone tweets about your show or cast? You team up with Radian6 that's how. Radian6 is a company that tracks any content on twitter that pertains to what you are looking to track. This tool is a great way to see how the public is reacting to product or service. Although the show is a success it seems that Twitter users are not really tweeting about the show or its fist pumping cast. Even the shows smallest but most popular guidette, Snooki, has only gotten 21 tweets since Radian6 began tracking them.

Shoe Wish List: Jimmy Choo Zap Sandal

Jimmy Choo has taken an amazing sandal and made it outrageously fun! That's right a sandal that not only looks great but also brings you back to being a little girl. Remember when you were a little girl and you first saw those barbie sneakers staring at you in the store and you couldn't resist but touch them. At that first touch you realized it got even better when it lit up into bright lights of pink and blue! Well you can have that feeling again without sporting the childish barbie sneakers. Jimmy Choo has added a ZAP of light to their latest sexy sandal. The Jimmy Choo Zap Sandal is a perfect match for the sexy woman that still knows how to have some giggles.

Kate Moss Designs For Longchamp

Kate Moss has made many woman envious of her physique and angelic face, and to top it off she has an amazing sense of style. Many designers have taken notice and haven't been able to resist making the beauty their muse. Not only has TopShop made Kate their official muse but Longchamp has put her is most their advertisements for the past four years. Now Longchamp is taking the models job requirements to the next step. On February 11, 2010 Longchamp will be launching their latest line, Kate Moss for Longchamp. It seems Longchamp's artistic director Sophie Delafontaine has seen real talent off the runway in the model. If your like us at MSM PR and cannot wait until Feb. 11 then you can pick up the latest issue of French Vogue for a sneak peak at the Kate Moss handbags!

My Top Favorite Gowns at the Golden Globe Awards 2010

We all love the drama's on television like Glee, True Blood, Mad Men, The Good Wife, and Dexter. Others of us love the humor, thrill, and drama of movies like Avatar, The Blind Side, Precious, and The Hangover. While many of us enjoy for one reason or another to watch actors and actresses walk up on stage and accept an award thanking everyone, and us-their fans for sitting on our butts and watching them provide great entertainment. What is not up for debate is that somewhere before the show starts, and stars begin to arrive the red carpet is transformed into a runway. Aside from the awards all that becomes important are that the designers, the jewelry, the handbags, and the shoes are at their highest caliber because at the end of the night all any magazine, newspaper, website or radio station will talk about or remember is, THE FASHION. That folks truly is what I believe we all love about the awards! So why wouldn't I highlight those beauty queens and divas of the night whose gowns made me want to relive my prom night. Here are my top 10 favorite choices of BEST dressed at the Golden Globe Awards 2010!

Penelope Cruz looked absolutely ravishing in a Giorgio Armani Privé lace gown that features a dramatic neckline beaded in a floral pattern, horizontal ribbon striping with fitted sleeves, and Chopard jewels. Her hair pulled back to one side and curled away from her face adds elegance and character to her look, and the makeup is simple and natural allowing for her natural beauty to reflect the beauty of the gown. Lea Michele looked like a fabulous dark princess in a black strapless chiffon Oscar de la Renta gown with Chopard jewelry. Jennifer Aniston didn't disappoint in her simple, sleek, sexy black Valentino gown with a thigh-high split and a Fred Leighton 19th Century enamel and gold Egyptian Revival bracelet. Julie Bowen shined on the red carpet wearing a black Georges Hobeika fitted gown with a sweet heart neckline with a black pailette and crystal bodice. Her hair loosely pulled back, and jewelry kept to a minimum she let the dress speak for itself. Rose Byrne wore gorgeous royal purple gown by Lanvin paired with black patent “Maniac” pumps, a clutch by Judith Leiber, and vintage jewels from Madison Avenue jeweler Stephen Russell. Rose’s wore her hair in soft wavy curls created by celeb stylist Harry Josh. Sandra Bullock looked super sweet in her purple strapless Bottega Veneta from Veneta's spring 2010 collection. She accessorized with gorgeous grey 40 carat diamond drop earrings, and yellow 20 carat diamonds in blackened gold and a bold diamond ring from Lorraine Schwartz. Sandra also won best actress in a motion picture drama for the Blind Side. Sophia Vergara looked sheek and modern in a gray Carolina Herrera dress with swipe of crimson twisted into the top of her strapless gown. She wore elegant Chopard jewelry and finished her look by loosely pulling her back. Olivia Wilde in a jet and silver sequined Gucci evening gown -- which she will auction off after the show to benefit relief efforts in Haiti. She also rocked Tiffany & Co. jewelry and her hair pulled back into a long curly pony. While not everyone thought Fergie was best dressed at the Golden Globes I personally loved that she did a soft elegant lavender (periwinkle) chiffon Elie Saab gown. As for her look in its entirety there really wasn't much else. She wore dark wavy long locks, barely any makeup, and a diamond bracelet. Her stylist could've done a lot more with her look from the neck up to make her stand out a bit more. Emily Blunt looked prettier in pink and as elegant as ever in a pink tulle and chiffon strapless gown with ruffle detail by Dolce & Gabbana. She wore Jimmy Choo “Quinze” booties and a Ferragamo pewter minaudiere with metal and leather inserts.

Rebuliding Haiti: One Chip At A Time

The earthquake in Haiti has not only effected Haitians, but has a tremendous effect on the rest of the world. Food banks, clothing drives, and cash drops have been on every corner, in every store, and all over the Internet. Celebrities have been donating millions of dollars and trying to lend a hand in any way they can. Families have adopted Haitian children to give them a chance at life-a healthy one.

Besides George Clooney's telethon coming up, another event is being held to raise money for Haiti. Tomorrow night at 1 Oak in NYC will be filled with fabulous goodies for a silent auction and special guest appearances. Your ticket in is a $40 donation to help rebuild Haiti.

Among the special guests is the one and only Beth Shak. The World Champion female poker player will be donating a silent auction poker package for all you players and fans! The package includes goodies like: Full Tilt playing cards and polo T-shirt, an auto-graphed photo of the star, and a one hour private lesson by the world champion and one of the most popular female players. This champ has been named "World's Sexiest Poker Player" by UK's News of the World. Now who wouldn't want to win that?!

Not only will this event and poker package be a win, but it is also going to an amazing cause, one that can change the lives of all suffering from the terrible earthquake. Make sure to RSVP to this event, and place your bets!

2010s Most Stylish Men

What comes to mind when celebrity Johnny Depp is brought up in a conversation? That’s right ladies, sexy and stylish! GQ is dedicating their February issue to the most stylish men. Johnny Depp is on the front cover; however, Ryan Gosling, Brad Pitt and David Beckham are among the few who are running against Depp as well. They are all HOT and have different looks, making it a tough decision!

Who will you vote for to become GQ’s most stylish man? To cast your vote, visit GQ.com.

The Row Hits the Runway

We have watched them grow into successful young women, impacting the fashion industry and becoming role models for young girls everywhere; the Olsen twins are making their first debut at NY Fashion week next month for their high end line The Row. The venue or date has not yet been confirmed, however, there are rumors that MAC could be a possible location. Wherever the twins do decide to present their collection will not have any effect on how successful the turn out will be. Ashley reports that she and her sister are happy “to have their first presentation in New York.”

The MSMPR team congratulates Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen on their success and can’t wait to see what hits the runway!

The Red Carpet Ready Kit

The elegant eveningwear collection, Marchesa, is not only dressing celebs in gorgeous gowns, but offering a “Red Carpet Ready Kit” for those who want to glam up their look. Marchesa designers Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig, designed the fully-lined fuchsia case exclusively for Beauty.com, whom they partnered with to launch this fabulous kit. The “Red Carpet Ready Kit” is available now and comes with a variety of beauty samples from prestige brands including Kinerase, Tarte and Urban Decay. This makeup kit can be yours for free with a $150 purchase on Beauty.com!

Cosmo: The Thong is Dead?!

Cosmopolitan has done it again with another sexy-fun-info article in their February 2010 issue. The article, "The Thong is Dead!" caught my interest because the booty short has become my personal "wonderbra." More than 99% of my personal underwear consist of this wonderful creation. From color, to lace, to little cute bows on the front the booty short has done wonders for little petite girls like myself with just enough to pull of this sexy cheeky look.

The thong has been around since the early 1970's, and only became popular over the decades. When the thong was released for the first time on the runway in Victioria's Secrets first ever lingerie show in 1995 the thong not only became popular, it became an epidemic. Designers like Juicy Couture and Frankie B built a new line of jeans that would show off the many colors and fabrics of the thong called, the "hipster" jean. The power of the thong hit first when Monica Lewinsky confessed she used hers to initiate her affair with former President Bill Clinton. From there the thong became the inspiration to R&B singer, Sisqo for his 1999 smash hit entitled, "The Thong Song." Finally, celebrity Britney Spears exposed her sparkly rhinestone thong during her performance at the 2000 MTV music awards, and from there the thong hit the peak of its career.




Then a new generation was born! One with less punch than the 80's lived up too, girls were no longer into sending the "casual sex" message that screamed thong, and designers were looking to bring class back to the mainstream. Then like most trends in fashion (while not forgotten) the thong was out of season, and a new wave of hottness hit the big screen, then the mainstream, and before you knew it the Victoria Secret thong section became more idol than active. The blame?...the peek-a-boo of underwear, The bootie short.




The bootie short became the tease that all men crave in the bedroom; leaving just enough for their imagination. While men are taking advantage of this luxury enjoying this new sexy eye candy; women in general are enjoying the comfort of wearing them, the fun in shopping for them, and the confidence it brings to their sex appeal. Lets face it! All of us wish we had the "lovely lady lumps" of fabulous Kim Kardashian, but it's just not going to happen ladies; not for all of us anyway. The undeniable feature this simple piece of material brings has made the booty short the most affordable, comfortable, and sweat free method to get ladies the butt they've always desired.



Sales for the cheekless thong have dropped big time, much lower than the hipster jean for which the thong inspired. Butt hugging boy short sales have doubled in stores like Eberjey and Cosabella. "Cosabella," a popular Hollywood lingerie brand also confirmed in the article that their boy short is their fastest selling item. The secret to boy short fame is that little seam running down the middle of our butts that highlight the curves of every womans, boot-tay. Women love the facelift this sexy undie gives their newly found booties, and without a doubt is the sexiest thing known to men and their subconscience. With that said why would'nt the thong be dead?! After all! :-\ ...who really enjoyed having that permanent wedgie?!...Yeah, exactly, not me either.