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Fashion event benefits women in Pakistan
The fashion industry is often called upon to deliver creative ideas with a human-centered initiative. For example, Fashion Group International (FGI) of Denver recently announced that it will hold Fashion Passion, a luncheon and runway show to benefit the Women's Development Association's (WDA's) education and training program in the ghettos of Lahore, Pakistan.
Nominations are now open for the 2010 Michigan Downtown Conference awards that honor achievements in urban design and downtown revitalization throughout the state.
Most veterans of the jewelry industry agree that gold-buying has helped many of their businesses weather the economic recession.

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In an attempt to link companies to graphic designers who are looking for work, Hatchwise has created an online platform for these jobseekers to showcase their work to potential employers.

Luxury linen retailer Sferra has launched a collaboration with fashion and lifestyle brand Peter Som to create a new bedding collection.

Students who are planning to pursue degrees at a campus-based or online college may want to consider applying for scholarships, such as those that are available through the National Association of Black Automotive Suppliers (NABAS).

Individuals who wish to pursue an undergraduate or advanced degree at a campus-based or online school may want to consider applying for scholarships, such as those that are available through the South Texas Academic Rising Scholars (STARS) program

Although a trip to the E.R. can hardly compare to a stroll down the red carpet, patients in the U.K. my soon be donning designer duds in hospital hallways.

To keep potential clients from relying on the advice of reality shows and decorating websites, some interior designers are fighting back by harnessing technology to reach their clients.

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A California girl has applied the competitive and animated qualities of video games to oral hygiene by designing a toothbrush that is directed at children.

Lionsgate Films and Crest Animation Studios have partnered to produce three new films, the first of which will be released in October, Reuters reports.

In the midst of a heated debate among politicians over the U.S. military's Don't Ask, Don't Tell policy, Los Angeles-based photographer Jeff Sheng has released the first volume of his project of the same name, the Los Angeles Times reports.

Designer Rachel Roy and British singer Estelle have announced a partnership to create a new line of costume jewelry under Roy's Rachel brand, which also features handbags, footwear and sportswear

Teen sensation Emma Watson has made her fashion design debut through a collaboration with environmentally friendly designer People Tree, Vogue UK reports.

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Actress Jennifer Aniston will show off her newly renovated home in this month's issue of Architectural Digest, People reports.

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On the heels of an Oscar nomination for his company's film Coraline, Travis Knight, CEO of Oregon-based animation studio Laika, has unveiled some possibilities for his next project, Oregon Business reports.

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The inaugural Savannah International Animation Festival is slated to be held this weekend, the Savannah Morning News reports.

In response to the recession, several companies are taking nontraditional approaches to boost the effectiveness of their branding initiatives, such as launching new websites with more accessible designs.

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Kanye West to perform during Paris Fashion Week
It is no secret to many that music artist Kanye West is no stranger to fashion, and now he will be showing his new collection during Paris Fashion Week later this week, according to the Elle Magazine.

Second designer chosen for home decor competition
Teenlike.com, an ongoing online competition for young home decor designers, announced its second winner. Brandon Dover of Apply Valley, California, was this year's winner, as he created an abstract pen and inkwork design for a bedspread.

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