Pacquiao vs. Mayweather is Off!!

Los Angeles, CA- After almost two days of mediation, headed by retired federal judge Daniel Weinstein, the fight was officially called off. According to reports, Pacquiao already agreed to blood tests 24 days before the fight and immediately after the fight. However, Floyd Mayweather’s camp still refuse to accept the compromise agreement. “The fight’s off, Mayweather never wanted it. Manny wanted the fight. He was agreeable to terms,” Arum told LATimes.com. It was reported a few weeks ago that Team Mayweather wanted to implement an Olympic Style Blood Testing for Pacquiao, which will require him to submit to blood test at any time or any given hour before the fight. Though Team Pacquiao agreed to unlimited urine test and blood test 30 days prior to the fight and after the fight, Team Mayweather is still unsatisfied with the agreement, hence resulted to the matter be brought for mediation in the hands of retired judge Daniel Weinstein. Dubbed as the biggest fight in boxing history, it was estimated that each fighter will receive at least 30 million dollars if the match push thru.

“When the fight was offered, Manny accepted it with no hesitation,” Pacquiao adviser Michael Koncz told ESPN.com. “We’re not surprised. We saw this coming once they started this drug bull—-. It was a way for them to get out of the fight. I don’t think Mayweather expected Manny to accept the challenge so quickly.”

According to Top Rank’s Bob Arum, they will consider to arrange Pacquiao vs Yuri Foreman also of Top Rank on March 13 or March 20. This will be another record setting for Pacquiao for his 8th world title.

Our weekly shopping and goodies from our friends online!!

Here are the goodies from our friends on the web, check them out!!
Handbag du Jour will be shopping the Be & D holiday sample sale for haute holiday gifts!

Princess Dominique invites you to log on and celebrate her upcoming anniversary, enter The PrincessDominique.com Anniversary Giveaway!
Quinta Trends asks what kind of consumer are you?
Raging Rouge posts holiday giveaway #2, The LipFusion Collection of plumping glosses.
SomeoneSpoilMe.com has a great giveaway for guys!

Style Eyes asks How heavy is your handbag? and checks out the latest B.A.G. by Tiffany Anisette which is revolutionising the way that women carry bags. A great way to protect your posture without compromising on style!TheFind Blog is getting festive and sparkly with Louis Mariette’s understated and elegant Swarovski embellished hairbands.
What’s Haute Magazine is giving away 5 signed copies of the new book You Know You Want It by Gossip Girl costume designer Eric Daman!

Australian Supermodel Sophie Turner Has Milkshake Named After Her.

Supermodel Sophie Turner made her debut at Millions Of Milkshakes December 3, in West Hollywood, where she got hands on milkshake experience, shaking up her signature recipe mixed with ” White chocolate chips, M&Ms, rolos, ferrero rochers, cadbury caramello, chocolate ice cream, vanilla ice cream, whippedcream and a cherry on top!” It can be ordered on the regular menu by Sophie’s adoring fans or other people just curious to try it out. Millions of Milkshakes is regularly featured on top entertainment shows like Entertainment Tonight, The Insider, CNN, Reuters, Access Hollywood,

Extra,KTLA,Fox, and many others. It was a frenzy there as photographers and fans among others showed up to have a glimpse of this Australian supermodel and have a taste of the down under milkshake experience.

Sophie has been on the covers of fashion magazines, including Vogue, Elle and Marie Claire, she became known after appearing on “Search for A Supermodel” and for her work with her charity “Beat” that is dedicated to helping young ladies with anorexia nervosa, binge eating disorders.

About Millions of Milkshake

Millions of Milkshakes is a family place, where every teenager wants to be seen and where you can’t get your children to leave because everyone loves the experience. You design your own perfect milkshake with over 50 delicious toppings to choose from. The Millions of Milkshakes menu is designed purely by your choice, ranging from healthy alternatives to candy, chocolates, cereals or protein boosts. Whatever you want or desire, Millions of Milkshakes will give you a milkshake tailored to your own taste. By carrying ice cream, non-fat yogurt and non-dairy ice cream. Millions of Milkshakes was opened in October 2008, customers have been lining up to get their “dairy fix.” Millions of Milkshakes has the brightest colors, the funkiest themes, the hippest up-to-date music. The philosophy at Millions of Milkshakes is simple, everyone is a star. From the moment a customer arrives at Millions of Milkshakes he or she is presented with the best that Hollywood has to offer.

Millions of Milkshakes has now become a celebrity hot spot with a long waiting list of actors, musicians, and athletes from all over the world requesting to make their own signature shakes.

Celebrities who have been to Millions of Milkshakes are Miley Cyrus, Lindsay Lohan, the Kardashian sisters, Kim, Khloe, and Kourtney, Gwen Stefani,Leonardo DiCaprio, Adam Sandler, La Toya Jackson, Dancing With The Stars’Donny Osmond, Kym Johnson, Aaron Carter, and Karina Smirnoff, LA Lakers player Ron Artest, Perez Hilton, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Jaime Kennedy, The Hills stars Heidi and Spencer, Bollywood Superstar Mallika Sherawat, Jon Gosselin,Tim Allen, Ben Stein, and Flavor Flav. The Hollywood stars just can’t seem to stay out of Millions of Milkshakes.

Manny Pacquiao agrees to fight Floyd Mayweather on March 13, 2010.

Manila, Philippines- It is on!!, the mega fight of the century is almost a done deal. Days after Top Rank promoter flown to the Philippines to discuss the details of the fight to Pacquiao, the Boxing Champ has finally agreed to fight Floyd Mayweather Jr. this coming March, 2010. It was reported before that Pacquiao was hesitant to agree on the said date since he is busy preparing for the upcoming election in the Philippines where he is running for a seat in Congress, and considering that he just beat Puerto Rico’s Miguel Cotto via TKO almost a month ago. According to reports, Bob Arum is leaving for Las Vegas this Sunday to bring the good news and finally iron out the details with Richard Schaefer and the rest of Floyd Mayweather’s camp.

The venue of this epic fight has yet to be finalized. Aside from the MGM Grand Arena, Dallas, New Orleans and New York are among the big cities vying to host this huge event.

Rock and Romance Fashion Show, Concert and Benefit

No, it wasn’t fashion week. No, it wasn’t just another club fashion show.  It was a mix of the traditional runway and the energy of the streets.  This year, Haus of “M” in cooperation with Media Bella utilized Siren Studios, on Orange, utilized by the industry for the covers of the likes of ELLE, VOGUE AND MARIE CLAIRE.  It kept an “orange” theme with its decor and scents!  The entire place had a hint of orange, which was in tune with the light and fun energy that was brewing. (www.sirenstudios.com)

The night started off with the hustle and bustle backstage. The show featured over 25 models, coordinated by Brand Birtwistle-show extraordinaire(facebook.com/theonlybrand). The calm came, however when Evan Patlian (http://twitter.com/epatlian12) brought it all together, assistang Brand for Haus of M. Patlian has been producing shows with Birtwistle for Haus of “M”, continuously successful! This might be a great pair!

One model featured was Chandler Manness, celebrity model from the notorious Janice Dickinson Modeling Agency and currently in 90210, seen here wearing a “loved by “M”‘ tee, as he waits for hair and makeup. Ms. Susie Lynn (805-216-8855) and Mr. Joey Lotrero (J-Lo) (714-476-2849), Hair and Makeup Artists for the stars worked their magic on the models as well as the designers and talent that nite.

Johanna Mesa, for MTV, received a little pampering. Speaking of pampering, there were 2 masseuse stations provided backstage for the production team and talent which provided a bit of relief before the show started. What a great setup!

Two people who didn’t get to enjoy such amenities were Gabe De Dios(http://twitter.com/gaybydedios) and Adrian Lubanski, celebrity stylists in charge of making the lines extra hot! They styled most of the lines, with funky fedoras, bangles and jewels you would never find anywhere else! Samantha Richelle(http://twitter.com/samrichelle), a celebrity in her own right, rocked out Mthemovement line with sleek touches of finesse. They all did a superb job! Brutal Geil!!! as the Germans say!

Johanna Mesa of MTV (www.johannastyle.com) made it over to the red carpet around 8 p.m., in which she greeted the likes of such: Haus of M distributors from Germany (Andreas and Albert Thurmayr- (www.hausofm-germany.de) and Singapore (Ruhsaan Rahman). Following the VIP, were the celebs. Many showed through: Justin Baldoni (Heroes), Melissa Ordway (Melrose Place), Antoinette Taus (Philippine Actress/Singer)(http://twitter.com/AntoinetteTaus), Rick Ross, Bryan Clay (Olympian Triathlete), Delious Kennedy (Grammy Award Winning - All Four One) amongst others.

As soon as the celebs were seated, the show started promptly at 9 with several striking performances. The highlights were Fanny Pack from America’s Best Dance Crew, whom peformed for almost 20 minutes straight!-way to go!Soon after the emcee announced the beginning of the show. The atmosphere was energized! It was refreshing to see a room full of people who were involved in the show.

The first line was WNK, a sports savvy men and women’s line dolled up for the nite. Designer of the line is Quan Ning. The line was made up of separates like striped off the shoulder tops for women matched up with fancy leggings and hot stilettos! The men were wearing hipster capri shorts with a standard two-for top, accented with a fedora and loafers. The looks were young, hip and very now, but individually very wearable for everyone! They kept a red/black/white color story for their Spring line with an Amy Winehouse-esque look. Very fun and very fitting. (www.wnkwear.com)

The second in the lineup was Cassida, designed by Michael Quester (www.cassidashop.com). This contemporary line for men and women focused on rockstar tees. This line came all the way from Austria for the “L.A.” experience!!!!! They had a nicer, kinder Rock look promoting philosophies of the east in their art work. The tees were paired up with fishnet stockings and leggings with a rock look a la “pam”. They started the line with Lady GaGa’s “Bad Romance” which got the crowd going.

The third line was Engineered by Remy, by Remy Hou. This also is a men’s and women’s line but with more structure. The line consisted of collared shirtings and fitted blouses with suspenders and sleek slacks. The models walked a bit more methodically and serious. It had a mission impossible flair with some engineered leather jackets with fur accents that smoothed out the tone. The men in the crowd particularly liked this line.

The fourth line was Philthy Ragz, designed by Jaynelle. This line is also in store in L.A. carrying women’s easy but sophisticated pieces. They had modal jumpers, leopard printed jersey dresses and a striking royal blue number with a very deep v neckline. Simply hot!

The line closing the show was M the movement by Haus of “M”. This line, as usual sported eco friendly blends stylish separates for men and women. The new pieces for spring seemed to be slicked zip front shirt jackets and a very stylish, retro off the shoulder top M collaborated with Johanna. It came in several colors and lengths. The dress seemed to be the audience favorite, styled with a sailor hat and baubles a la Chanel.
The Show was followed by a hot dance party with DJ Tommy T!!(http://twitter.com/TomTaus) All in all, this was a great event. Not just a show, but a fully entertaining event-truly Haus of “M” style.

Thanks to our Be Seen In Hollywood fashion photographers Raphael Maglonzo, Arnold Panganiban, Al Fua, AC Cubos and Cristian Mejia.

Miss California USA 2010

Rancho Mirage, Nov. 22, 2009.  As promised by executive director Keith Lewis, The MISS CALIFORNIA USA pageant put on a brand new face for 2010 with a more stylized production befitting its trend-setting locale that aired live from the $80 million venue The Show at Agua Caliente Casino•Resort•Spa in Rancho Mirage.  The Top 10 in the finale of the pageant donned creations by world-renowned fashion designer Tony Bowls who is one of the judges of the event.  www.tonybowls.com

Videography AC Cubos

The winner of the MISS CALIFORNIA USA pageant Miss Nicole Johnson of Sherwood in Ventura north of Los Angeles will go on to compete in the MISS USA Pageant, the precursor to Miss Universe.  Miss Johnson bested the 133 contestant including the crowd favorite 1st runner-up Nana Meriwether, who was representing Beverly Hills.  Miss Johnson attributed her presentaion and strong stage presence in her red gown gave her an edge in winning the coveted crown.

Miss Nicole Johnson was crowned by Miss California USA 2009 Tami Farrell and Miss USA Kristen Dalton.  The exquisite crown was designed by Peter Young, Creative Director of INTA Gems & Diamonds.  www.intagems.com/

Written by Raphael Maglonzo

Special thanks to our amazing photographers:
AC Cubos, Raphael Maglonzo, Angelo Villanueva, Patrick Santos, Joel Dellosa, Mack Neilson Calangian, Dino Gonzales, Romeo Joy Manalang, Al Fua, Arnold Panganiban, Heracles Tosca, Geoff Sam, and Lito Mateo.

More pictures to come …

2009 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show to air on CBS.

PRESS RELEASE Nov/20/2009

For Immediate Release Contact: Ed Kavishe (646) 415 7495 Fashion Wire Press

2009 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show

New York, NY- 11/20/2009
The 2009 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show took place yesterday at the Lexington Armory in New York, in what is most likely Heidi Klum’s final bow at the runway for Victoria’s Secret. The show will be televised on December 1st 2009 on CBS at 10pm EST. Highlights of the show included a performance by the Black Eyed Peas
Photos from the full collection are now available on fashiowirepress.com

Oprah Winfrey Show will end its run on 2011.

Tomorrow, Oprah Winfrey will formally announce that her long time running talkshow will end its run on Sept. 09, 2011, which is also its 25th Season. The announcement came in a letter issued by Tim Bennett, the President of Harpo Productions. For more details, tune in tomorrow as the Oprah Winfrey show airs live.

New Moon finally premiered in Los Angeles!!

West Hollywood, CA - Hundreds of fans had camped out for hours, some even stayed overnight to get the best spot and catch a glimpse of the cast of New Moon. Dozens of paparazzis were also in full force to the much awaited movie of the year. Finally, the stars have arrived and screaming and crying has begun. Led by Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart and Taylor Lautner, they walk down the red carpet and eagerly approach their fans. Even some of the paparazzis were mesmerized by the charisma of these young stars.

New Moon is the second part in the Twilight Saga which opens on Friday, November 20, 2009. There were reports that tickets for the first weekend opening are selling out. Eclipse, which is the third part of the series will most like to be released on mid year of 2010.

For the record, Manny Pacquiao answers back!!

For the past few days, after seven time world boxing champion Manny Pacquiao beat Miguel Cotto, Floyd Mayweather Jr. was very vocal about calling out the Pacman. Mayweather claims that Pacquiao has never mentioned directly that he wants to face Floyd.

“Manny Pacquiao is the fighter and every time someone asks him if he wants to fight me, he says it is up to his promoter, he’s going to take a vacation, whatever the answer is,” Mayweather said. “I have yet to hear him actually say, ‘yes I want to fight Mayweather. But last night, Manny Pacquiao finally broke his silence. During an interview by Cher Calvin of KTLA, he was asked if he wants to fight Floyd? and Manny response, “for the record, yeah”. Now the reigning pound 4 pound king has officially announced that he is willing to face Floyd Mayweather Jr. From this moment on, all things will rely on their promoters to come up and start their negotiations. Manny Pacquiao will head back to the Philippines on Wednesday night to celebrate his victory in his homeland and also to spend the holidays with his family.

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