Red Carpet Green Dress Contest

Suzy Amis Cameron today announced the winner of her Red Carpet Green Dress contest (http://www.redcarpetgreendress.com) - an international competition, benefiting MUSE School CA and MUSE Global, to create a dress made of sustainable materials. The 2011 winner is Samata Angel, a London-based fashion entrepreneur who will be flown to Los Angeles to have her own model walk the "red" (green) carpet at the Global Green pre-Oscar party on February 23rd in Hollywood.

Los Angeles, Calif.  February 2011

Suzy Amis Cameron today announced the winner of her Red Carpet Green Dress contest (http://www.redcarpetgreendress.com) - an international competition, benefiting MUSE School CA and MUSE Global, to create a dress made of sustainable materials. The 2011 winner is Samata Angel, a London-based fashion entrepreneur who will be flown to Los Angeles to have her own model walk the "red" (green) carpet at the Global Green pre-Oscar party on February 23rd in Hollywood.

When I started Red Carpet Green Dress last year, the goal was to build environmental awareness while helping to educate young people around the world

The Red Carpet Green Dress competition benefits MUSE Global and MUSE School California - a non-profit Amis Cameron founded to provide resources to partner schools around the world. This includes assistance for basic school operations, curriculum development, and nutritious lunches for every student.

"When I started Red Carpet Green Dress last year, the goal was to build environmental awareness while helping to educate young people around the world," said Amis Cameron. "How fitting that this year's winner is a talented woman from London with roots in Ghana. Samata Angel has a keen eye for design and a deep appreciation for sustainability. I can't wait to see her stunning design at this year's Global Green pre-Oscar party."

Samata and her model will be brought to Los Angeles to stay for four nights at the beautiful Georgian Hotel in Santa Monica, receive a private tour of MUSE School CA, and meet with Suzy Amis Cameron and her husband, Academy Award® winning director and producer James Cameron.

"I am thrilled to be this year's Red Carpet Green Dress Winner," said Samata Angel. "When I heard about the opportunity to design a dress that was also sustainable, I knew I had to participate. I've always loved designing womenswear, and as we deal with real environmental challenges, I believe good design that is also beautiful can be part of the solution. What an honor to be selected, and I look forward to showing my work on the green carpet. This is an amazing opportunity for me!"

Samata (R) with Runway Model (L)

About MUSE School CA 
MUSE School CA, a non-profit, educational organization in Topanga, California, is dedicated to empowering children to realize the full potential of their lives through academic excellence, personal responsibility, compassionate relations, global consciousness and environmental awareness. On a 22-acre campus in Topanga Canyon, California, children from across the socio-economic spectrum are stimulated and empowered with experience-based learning. Bodies are nurtured with fresh organic foods and an honor for all living things, including the planet, is cultivated daily. The MUSE School CA Scholarship Fund enables us to provide financial aid to nearly 50% of our families.

MUSE Global, MUSE School CA's growing international education and outreach program, facilitates real-world friendships, deep cultural understanding and meaningful shared projects between MUSE School CA students and students at partner schools Mana Tamariki in New Zealand and Good Morning School on the Thai/Burma (Myanmar) border. The Global Program also provides educational and financial resources to a partner school with substantial needs. In Mae Sot, Thailand, just across the Thai/Burmese (Myanmar) border, Good Morning School educates the children of migrant workers who have escaped genocide in Burma (Myanmar.) As MUSE works to help achieve a sustainable future, the children are sharing curricula, working cooperatively and experiencing the cultural appreciation that brings to life the concept of compassionate global citizenry.

MUSE: inspiring children to live consciously with themselves, one another, and the planet. 

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Salon du Mariage Bio & Chic à Paris

In case you missed it, Paris had an Eco Wedding Salon in early February where wedding services and necessities that were displayed all had an eco-friendly slant.  Not only that, but the the location where it took place is an environmentally-friendly exhibit hall.  If you don't read French, just use a web browser's translation tool, such as Chrome, to help out.

L’organisation du mariage Wedding planner, Lieux de réception, Vins et Champagnes bio, Fleuristes, Photographes, Location de véhicules, Restaurants, Traiteurs

Mode Robe de mariée et Vêtements en fibres naturelles, Costumes de marié, Chaussures, Sacs, Bijoux, Accessoires de mode, Vêtements enfants, Lingerie, Chapeaux …

Imprimeurs Papiers recyclés

Beauté Bien être Maquillage, Produits cosmétiques bio, Parfums, Huiles essentielles, Spa, Thalasso et Remise en forme, Coiffure, Massage, Hammam, Relaxation, Coaching, Réflexologie, Shiatsu…

Cadeaux et liste de mariage Objets, déco, Bougies, Voyage de noce, Art de La table, Aménagement intérieur et extérieur  MORE INFO HERE

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Le salon du Mariage Bio &Chic, c’est l’évènement d’un mariage entre un lieu et un concept bio, écolo et chic.

Le Comptoir Général est un lieu équipé et géré de façon à réduire l’impact environnemental des événements accueillis (isolation optimisée, récupération des eaux de pluie, utilisation prioritaire de matériaux recyclés, de produits bio...).

Le concept du salon est de défendre des modes de création et de production respectant l’homme et l’environnement.

Nouvelle tendance pour certains, philosophie pour d’autres, les français sont de plus en plus préoccupés par l’écologie et le développement durable.

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Mad Men Take Paris

Mad Men creator Matthew Weiner was in Paris recently to accept the Vermeil Medal of Honor from Paris Mayor Bertrand Delanoe's cultural deputy.

Christina Hendricks and John Slattery, co-stars of the hit U.S. TV show, accompanied Weiner to celebrate the recently launched (in France) Sundance Channel.

The small Hotel de Ville gathering was followed by an exclusive cocktail for Rainbow Media Execs in Paris's 17th Arrondissement's newest Hotel Royal Parc Monceau.

During France's Cesar Award Month (the French equivalent to the Oscars) there is ample opportunity to discuss Eco Productions and Green Sets of which Mad Men has been an exemplary model. But MadMen in Paris? They rolled out the Red Carpet...Not the Green Carpet this time. Tant Pis!!

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Greening Beauty Winter DIY Warm Ups

Here are some natural and Do-It-Yourself recipes from our friends at Campaign For Safe Cosmetics. For more great recipes and tips, click HERE.

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Six Senses Spa, Paris

by Paige Donner

The cocoons that Parisian architect Pierre David designed for the smallest of all the Six Senses spas are made from hand shaped light oak wood and are lined inside, like a Japanese lantern, by back lit paper. There are 4 single treatment cocoons and two for couples. There is no more ideal setting to receive a Paris Rooftop Honey Facial than inside one of these terrestrial cocoons.

A couple of blocks down from the bejeweled Place Vendome and a few up from the gorgeous Tuilieries Gardens, you will come upon the door of the Six Senses Spa. The first thing that strikes you as you ring their bell, will be the vertical planted “Living Garden” wall that hugs the polished wooden stairway leading down to the spa treatment area.

 
Living walls have become popular indoor and outdoor urban features and not just in Paris. The Quai Branly Museum boasts a living wall on its exterior, and the Six Senses Spa boasts a living wall on its interior. You are immediately sealed off from the brouhaha of the busy Parisian street as the glass door is opened by remote pushbutton and you are welcomed into the warm and inviting sensorial spa waiting for you at the foot of the stairs.

The Living Wall is an important statement for Six Senses and goes well beyond a simple design choice. The entire philosophy of Six Senses spas are: SLOW LIFE. Sustainable Local Organic Wholesome. SLOW. Learning Inspiring Fun Experience. LIFE. The husband and wife team, Eva and Sonu Shivdasani who created Six Senses have embraced their service mantra, “Atithi Deva Bhava.” It means Guest is God in Sanskrit and they have scented their entire operation with that philosophy.

Hence, the Living Wall that is the first visual to greet you upon entry at rue Castiglione, Paris was chosen with the mindfulness that nature receives you into this oasis of wellbeing and healing. The Vertical Garden helps eliminate CO2 emissions and other toxic elements as well as being a refuge for biodiversity. On a subliminal level, the wall instantly signals to you that you are now in nature’s care and that more than just your physical beauty will be looked after.

Six Senses Spa rue Castiglione is a Green Globe Spa. Furthermore, it is most definitely a luxury, urban sanctuary.
Green Globe Spa Key Benchmarking Criteria: Environmental Policy; Energy
Consumption; Water Consumption; Waste Production; Social Commitment; Paper Products; Pesticide Products; Cleaning Chemicals; per Treatment Hours... READ Complete Article on Bonjour Paris...

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DIY Winter Skin Spa

By: Suki Kramer

Winter's stale indoor heat, low humidity, cold temperatures and windy
conditions all take a toll on your skin. Dry, dead skin cells build up, oil
imbalances cause an increase of clogged pores and wrinkles seem all the more
pronounced.

Beat the winter beauty blues with these easy skin care recipes that use
common kitchen ingredients. Of course, try to buy organic and local whenever
possible!
Soup to Nuts Facial Scrub
* 1Ž2 cup chopped cucumber (do not peel)--soothing, natural exfoliant
* 1 teaspoon pineapple juice--toning, exfoliating
* 1 tablespoon baking soda--ph balancer, gentle cleanser
* 2 whole eggs--clears blemishes, tightens skin, helps with wrinkles
* 2 tablespoons yogurt--hydrating, probiotic treatment
* 2/3 cup ground almonds--natural exfoliant

Puree the cucumber until smooth. Add remaining ingredients and blend on
medium-low speed for 1 minute. Apply to moistened face in a gentle, circular
motion. Rinse thoroughly.

Nourishing Hydration Masque
* 1Ž2 avocado (peeled & pitted)--moisturizing. vitamin-rich
* 3 seedless grapes--tightening, toning, antioxidant
* 1 egg--tightening, hydrating and adds protein value
* 1 teaspoon mayonnaise--nourishing
* 1 teaspoon honey--anti-blemishes & anti-wrinkle
* 1 tablespoon baking soda--ph balancer, gentle cleanser
* 2 teaspoons apple juice--exfoliating

Puree the avocado and grapes until smooth. Add remaining ingredients and
blend on medium speed for 45 seconds. Apply evenly to face & leave on for
10-15 minutes.

Intense Hydrating Face/Body Lotion
* 1 teaspoon olive oil--great natural hydrator
* 1/3 teaspoon shea butter (found in natural food stores)--moisturizer
* 1 teaspoon apple juice--exfoliating
* 1 teaspoon lemon juice--tonic
* 1/3 teaspoon coconut oil--source of vitamins and rich nourishers

In a small saucepan, slowly heat ingredients together until warm. Remove
from heat and let cool. Note: oils and juices will separate. Pour into small
bottle and shake prior to use. Apply to face in circular massaging motion
until thoroughly absorbed.

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Pin Ups At Paris Men's Fashion Week

by Paige Donner


Men's Fashion Week, Paris, AW11/12 wrapped up today with a flourish of Pin ups on silk and thin silk from RYNSHU's "Shabby Rock'n Roll Style" collection at Hotel Le Meurice Sunday afternoon. In a departure from tradition, RYNSHU designer mixed it up, showing both his men's collection and several pieces from his soon to launch women's collection. [ the sale of the lady's collection will be available  from RYNSHU  PARIS shop and other outlets. ]

P. Diddy partied it up at Raf Simons and then cruised in late for Lanvin, held at Palais Tokyo, a show that favored Grafton fedoras, bomber jackets and bow ties - all crowd pleasers. Lulu Gainsbourg and also Oliver Sims of XX (British band) sat in front rows and sported chic Lanvin Tux blazers, looking ready for a red carpet.

Following Photos All EHUD AW/'11-'12 Collection




Earlier in the week, EHUD showed in the grittier Marais with a resonant and loyal turnout of Paris's fashion influencers. The advantage of showing early in the week? top pick of the male models. All of whom were sizzling hot and flirty!
Other highlights: Agnes B. with a Pirate Look and tight leather pants. Louis Vuitton, Issey Miyake, Dior Homme, Bill Tornade, Qasimi Homme...stay posted for more Men's Fashion Week AW11/12 Wrap Up on Greening Beauty, Greening Paris.
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Bvlgari, The Golden Globes and Save The Children

Bulgari launched a unique silver and ceramic ring modelled after the famed B.zero.1 line in October 2010, with $75 from each ring benefiting Save the Children.

Julianne Moore wears Bvlgari, Golden Globes 2011 - Getty Images

Piper Perabo wears Bvlgari, 68th Annual Golden Globes - Getty Images

For 2010-2011, Bulgari has made an additional commitment of $7.4 million to Save the Children to help fund education programs, healing and education through the arts, teacher training, and other related programs in China, Colombia, Democratic Republic of Congo, Haiti, Indonesia, India, Ivory Coast, Kenya, South East Europe, Southern Sudan, Uganda and the United States. 

Actress JULIANNE MOORE, nominated for Best Actress in a motion picture (Comedy or Musical) wore:

2 yellow gold and diamond  (total weight 79+ cts) necklaces from Bulgari’s High Jewelry Collection

2 emerald  (total weight 21+ cts) and diamond rings from Bulgari’s High Jewelry Collection

1 vintage gold Bulgari Melone handbag, from Camilla Dietz Bergeron, Ltd.

Actress PIPER PERABO, nominated for Best Actress in a Television Series (Drama) wore:

Emerald cut diamond  (total weight 10+ cts) stud earrings from Bulgari’s High Jewelry Collection

White gold, PVD and diamond  (total weight 6+ cts) cocktail ring from Bulgari’s High Jewelry Collection

White gold and diamond (total weight 29+ cts) bracelet from Bulgari’s High Jewelry Collection

Actress Hayley Atwell, nominated for Best Actress in a Mini-Series or Motion Picture (Made for Television) - Getty Images

Recognizing that education has the power to transform lives, Bulgari has since 2009 partnered with leading non-profit organization Save the Children to provide quality education opportunities for the world’s most vulnerable children. In 2009, Bulgari raised over $9 million to support education programs and teacher training in Afghanistan, China, Colombia, Democratic Republic of Congo, Haiti, Indonesia, Ivory Coast, Southern Sudan, Uganda and countries in South East Europe. Proceeds from the sale of a much celebrated silver anniversary ring contributed to Save the Children’s Rewrite the Future campaign, which targeted support for over 10 million of the world’s children.

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Design Your Own [Eco] Bridesmaids' Dresses

The design-your-own trend is one we've seen brought to countless product categories already, including — on several occasions — dresses. What's interesting about New York-based Coco Myles is that it brings the concept to bridesmaid dresses, allowing the bride to choose the colour scheme while the bridesmaids design their own styles.

Consumers can create a variety of types of dresses at Coco Myles, including those intended for special events such as weddings and proms. All dresses are custom-made to the customer's specifications and then cut and sewn by hand by a team of professional dressmakers. That's all well and good, but the company really caught our eye for its special services for brides and bridesmaids. Specifically, brides can use the site's tailored interface to choose the color and other features of their bridesmaids' attire while permitting the wearers to choose a style that is right for their own tastes, body type and comfort. Available in sizes 0 through 32 — including maternity designs — Coco Myles' custom made-to-order dresses take only about five weeks to produce and cost approximately USD 150. A Bridal Fabric Reservation System even lets brides make sure that their bridesmaids' dresses are all cut from the same bolt, no matter when they get ordered.

So Choose Eco!  Choose Fair Trade Textiles!! Peace Silk!!

Website: www.cocomyles.com
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Stylist Nathalie Garçon, the ambassador for Paris, Shopping and fashion capital,has a chic, ethnic style full of colour. Having discovered her love of fashion in Cannes, where she is originally from, she now considers herself 100% Parisian and tells us all about “her” capital. 

Parisian by adoption for 30 years, you know the capital better than many of its citizens. If you had to persuade someone to visit for the first time, what would you say to them? 

N.G.: It’s the most varied and disconcerting city I know, with such a classic air. It’s constantly changing with the times; a capital that manages the ultimate mixture of a rich historic past and the eclectic influence brought by a large influx of foreign visitors. But it’s also a dream city for any fashion lover!

If you were to spend 24 hours rediscovering Paris, in your own way, from breakfast to late evening, what would you choose to do? 

N.G.: First of all, I’d have breakfast at Dalloyau in the 6th, with its view over the Luxembourg garden, followed by a walk and certainly a game of tennis in the “Luco”, which I absolutely adore. I’d then stroll around the surrounding streets for a bit of shopping, before stopping off around 11.45am, for a coffee at Flore, boulevard Saint-Germain, and a bit of people-watching. I’d then head towards the Musée du Quai-Branly to rediscover the collections of oceanic masks which is just as enjoyable each time I visit. Then it’d be off to Trocadéro, for a bit of a walk and to admire the Eiffel Tower; passing by the terrace at Carette, a hot spot for Parisians.

After that I’d go to the Marais district and get a Vélib; a quick stop along the lively rue de Bretagne for some organic fruit, and then I’d take a look around the Musée Picasso. I’d have lunch quite late on rue Charlot, in one of the little restaurants that have recently opened there, before continuing on to Drouot, where I’d hope to find something a bit unusual. At the end of the afternoon, a drink at the bar of the Meurice, before a trip to the theatre. Dinner at Cristal de Sel, a little bistro I love, one last drink at Mathis and finally to bed!

As an internationally renowned stylist, is Paris a source of inspiration? 

N.G.: Paris instills into creators a subtle mixture of freedom, fantasy and elegance. But it’s also a multicultural capital, and so open to the entire world, making its influence both very Parisian and completely cosmopolitan at the same time.

Paris is continually evolving, with new boutiques, but also the opening of many palaces in the coming months. Do you think that this return to such grand luxury will breathe new life into the city?

N.G.: These palaces are both a reflection of a constantly changing world, and a strong sign of the end of the economic crisis. Paris is offering a large number of exceptional venues that will attract foreign visitors, many of whom may never have previously visited the city; they will also bring back visitors who are looking for high quality, up-market accommodation.

The elegance of Parisian women is often the envy of the world. But what do you think of Parisians, and what would you like to suggest to them?

N.G.: Definitely a bit more fantasy and freedom, both of which are fun. Men are definitely less favoured than women with regards to day-to-day fashion, as they’re still limited to a suit at work, but a simple accessory in a lively colour or elegant shoes would add a bit of creativity, making it less dull. And certainly more humour and lightness … And if their professional environment doesn’t allow them freedom with their clothes, my main advice would be to try and make a real effort at the weekend, rather than slouching around in jogging bottoms or other clothes that may very well make their own grandfathers blush!

You’re the ambassador for Paris, Shopping and fashion capital. For the “Soldes by Paris”, what advice can you offer to visitors and Parisians looking to make the most of the sales?

N.G.: The sales are always a chaotic time that merit a bit of practical preparation: good shoes (don’t wear them if they’re new!), clothes that are easy to take on and off in the changing rooms without a struggle …Then, you also need to make sure you avoid the well-known areas, as they get very busy. Go and discover new places during the sales with friends; and of course an outside opinion is always handy to avoid those shopping mistakes!

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