Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen Out-Simplified Themselves With The Row Pre-Fall ... - Fashionista

<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><p><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-536226" height="420" src="http://fashionista.com/uploads/2014/01/therow_prefall14.jpg" title="therow_prefall14" width="640"/> </p><br /><p><a href="http://fashionista.com/designers/the-row/" id="readabilityLink-1" name="readabilityLink-1" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;">The Row</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-1" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[1] </small> </a> has never been about trends or flash. Since the beginning, designers Mary-Kate and <a href="http://fashionista.com/tag/ashley-olsen/" id="readabilityLink-2" name="readabilityLink-2" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;">Ashley Olsen</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-2" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[2] </small> </a> have telegraphed that message of simplicity through the clothes: gorgeous, streamlined pieces crafted from the most luxurious of fabrics. <em>Dignified</em>, is the word we would use.</p><br /><p>And for pre-fall, things were as stripped down as usual, even more so, really. The inspiration was gardeners, and from the looks of things, these sophisticated horticulturists might reside somewhere in the English countryside. Gone were the graphic black-and-white pattern plays we saw for <a href="http://fashionista.com/2013/09/the-row-spring-2014-serenity-now/" id="readabilityLink-3" name="readabilityLink-3" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;">Spring 2014</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-3" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[3] </small> </a>, as well as any forays into bolder colors, such as the rust they used for that outing. Instead, the sisters stuck to a mostly dark palette, and presented their signature languid silhouettes in a very straightforward manner — not a lot of tricky proportion plays or fussy layering.</p><br /><p>Standouts included spacious midi skirts, rendered in a gorgeous camel tone, simple men’s shirting stripes, and even a buttery black leather. A clever touch came in the form of a built-in belt, taken straight from the pair’s signature backpacks. These were styled in a look book starring Ursula Wallis, Esther de Jong and the fabulously gray-haired Linda Rodin (of Olio Lusso face oil fame), with double-faced cashmere trapeze coats and the most perfect cashmere cable knit sweaters, boasting just a touch of mohair for a cozy effect.</p><br /><p>You could see the gardening references in a subtle plaid on the lapel of one such cashmere coat (this one wrapped), or in a jaunty brown check on an impeccably cut blazer. The theme was most pronounced in a floral pattern cut from three layers of chiffon, with handcrafted details to create the abstract, almost camouflage-looking print. Even then, the end result was very quiet — understated and abstract.</p><br /><p>Sure, there were showpieces here, such as silver fox fur coat that was as light as a feather, but even that was made to feel like a timeless standby you’ve had in your closet forever. But the real showpiece, in this context of elegant restraint (an anti-showpiece?), was a wonderfully roomy trench coat with bell sleeves and a fresh ankle-length hemline that looked both classic and intriguing. Even more utilitarian were the new “flap bags,” as they’ve been named, which can be worn on the shoulder, as a clutch or — wait for it — as a fanny pack. But considering how the Olsens were among the first we saw sporting Birkenstocks, there might legs to this style yet.</p><br /><p>Click through to see the entire collection.</p><br /><p><em>Photos: Courtesy</em><br/> </p><br /><div id='readability-footnotes'><br /><h3>References</h3><br /><ol id='readability-footnotes-list'><br /><li><small>^{<a href="#readabilityLink-1" title="Jump to Link in Article">^</a>} </small> <a href="http://fashionista.com/designers/the-row/" id="readabilityFootnoteLink-1" name="readabilityFootnoteLink-1">The Row</a> <small>(fashionista.com)</small> </li><br /><li><small>^{<a href="#readabilityLink-2" title="Jump to Link in Article">^</a>} </small> <a href="http://fashionista.com/tag/ashley-olsen/" id="readabilityFootnoteLink-2" name="readabilityFootnoteLink-2">Ashley Olsen</a> <small>(fashionista.com)</small> </li><br /><li><small>^{<a href="#readabilityLink-3" title="Jump to Link in Article">^</a>} </small> <a href="http://fashionista.com/2013/09/the-row-spring-2014-serenity-now/" id="readabilityFootnoteLink-3" name="readabilityFootnoteLink-3">Spring 2014</a> <small>(fashionista.com)</small> </li><br /></ol><br /></div><br /></div>

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen Out-Simplified Themselves With The Row Pre-Fall ... - Fashionista

The Row [1] has never been about trends or flash. Since the beginning, designers Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen [2] have telegraphed that...

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London Collections Men: Autumn/Winter 2014 Trends Round Up - MyDaily UK

<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'>The Autumn/Winter 2014 runway shows during <a href="http://www.mydaily.co.uk/tag/london-collections-men/" id="readabilityLink-1" name="readabilityLink-1" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">London Collections: Men</a> were smart, sophisticated and super-cool. The best of British menswear? Without a doubt.<br /><p>From much coveted designers such as Tom Ford, Alexander McQueen and Christopher Kane for Burberry to unstoppable talents like J.W Anderson and Agi & Sam (they scooped Emerging Talent Award at the British Fashion Awards), it's proved times are good for menswear. There was also a storming presence from the high street. Yes, Topman.</p><br /><p>Day one we were loving the likes of Jonathan Saunders. Those bright stripes, chevrons and polka dots! That warm-earthy-auburn vibe!</p><br /><div class='photo-wrapper'><br /><p class='photo-wrapper-inner c3'><img alt="LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 06: Models pose at the Jonathan Saunders presentation during The London Collections: Men Autumn/Winter 2014 on January 6, 2014 in London, England. (Photo by Ian Gavan/Getty Images)" class="photo" src="http://o.aolcdn.com/hss/storage/adam/e393b92497ba5afb0f1c50b3fb61d972/j-saunders.jpg"/><span class='photo-credit'>Getty: Jonathan Saunders</span> </p><br /></div><br />Then there was Orlebar Brown's tropical-botanical pieces that included super short shorts and Topman's line of oversized outerwear with leather details, chunky roll-neck knits and a whole lot of hoods.<br /><div class='photo-wrapper'><br /><p class='photo-wrapper-inner c3'><img alt="" class="photo" src="http://o.aolcdn.com/hss/storage/adam/9a70ab704b415c77d8b0bec4fe07caa7/topman.jpg"/><span class='photo-credit'>Getty: Topman</span> </p><br /></div><br />And we can't not mention the Astrid Andersen collection, essentially because it was so freakin' cool. If you're a lady who loves the forever-androgynous trend then these pieces will make for a killer A/W wardrobe.<br /><p>Andersen took her inspiration from Ryan Gosling flick <em>Only God Forgives -</em> the vibe was tough, sporty, edgy, but with a sleek-smooth palette of icy blue, grey and metallic. All about the orange and black combos too.</p><br /><div class='photo-wrapper'><br /><p class='photo-wrapper-inner c3'><img alt="" class="photo" src="http://o.aolcdn.com/hss/storage/adam/e8088566961b00ed7f21791697f537f1/lcm-anderson.jpg"/><span class='photo-credit'>Getty: Astrid Andersen</span> </p><br /></div><br />Day two marked the masterful works of Alexander McQueen (think signature dark, sultry-romantic. Think tartan, tailoring, feather headbands) and James Long's leather bombers and blue hair.<br /><div class='photo-wrapper'><br /><p class='photo-wrapper-inner c3'><img alt="LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 07: A model walks the runway at the Alexander McQueen show during The London Collections: Men Autumn/Winter 2014 on January 7, 2014 in London, England. (Photo by Anthony Harvey/Getty Images)" class="photo" src="http://o.aolcdn.com/hss/storage/adam/fb74603c4829ffb365b9e1f43740395c/alexander-mcqueen.jpg"/><span class='photo-credit'>Getty: Alexander McQueen</span> </p><br /></div><br />Kit Neale's (seriously cute) fleet of fellas walked in crazy-cool, top to toe prints, beanies and backpacks. We'll definitely be dabbling in this style come A/W, because we'd make it look better than the boyfriends do.<br /><div class='photo-wrapper'><br /><p class='photo-wrapper-inner c3'><img alt="" class="photo" src="http://o.aolcdn.com/hss/storage/adam/757e485613cc38e42c5dc561cf4cde11/lcm.jpg"/><span class='photo-credit'>Getty: Kit Neale</span> </p><br /></div><br />Then there was king of outerwear, Christopher Raeburn, who showed a line of Arctic worthy pieces complete with fur-trim hoods, zip and drawstring detailing. All fully functional, baby.<br /><p>There were quilted duffle coats, abominable snowman-esque styles with high collars and smart bomber jackets. The polar bear motif? Love it.</p><br /><div readability='7' class='photo-wrapper'><br /><p class='photo-wrapper-inner c3'><img alt="LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 07: A model walks the runway at the Christopher Raeburn show during The London Collections: Men Autumn/Winter 2014 on January 7, 2014 in London, England. (Photo by Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images)" class="photo" src="http://o.aolcdn.com/hss/storage/adam/be0f7a13fe0775a203b822c1c36c5f0f/christopher-raeburn.jpg"/><span class='photo-credit'>Getty: Christopher Raeburn</span> </p><br /></div><br />J.W Anderson's line revelled in tailored three-quarter-length trousers with peplum detailing, platform brogues, actual bucket bags and chunky bangles.<br /><p>The print bomber style shirts (heavy on the shoulders) and matching trousers were a favourite. This designer always has both ladies and fellas on the mind.</p><br /><p>On day three, awesome Agi & Sam proved fashionable fellas will be wearing check through this year's cold climes and p.s monochrome will <em>still</em> be a huge thing.</p><br /><div class='photo-wrapper'><br /><p class='photo-wrapper-inner c3'><img alt="LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 08: A model walks the runway at the Agi & Sam show during The London Collections: Men Autumn/Winter 2014 on January 8, 2014 in London, England. (Photo by Eamonn M. McCormack/Getty Images)" class="photo" src="http://o.aolcdn.com/hss/storage/adam/e05dd24dcc1c17548ae7efe2af5790b9/agi-and-sam.jpg"/><span class='photo-credit'>Getty: Agi & Sam</span> </p><br /></div><br />Sibling did fabulous furs, belted knit cardis, purple leopard print, knee-high socks and knitted baseball caps. Oliver Spencer (the man all about timeless classic wears) showed tweeds, camo print, floral print and warm khaki colours.<br /><p>In short, London Collections: Men was a ruddy marvel. And do these trends (tartan, tweed, tracksuits, oversized outerwear, print, sports-cool...) apply for us ladies? Oh yes they do.</p><br /><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-1" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[1] </small> </a><br /><div id='readability-footnotes'><br /><h3>References</h3><br /><ol id='readability-footnotes-list'><br /><li><small>^{<a href="#readabilityLink-1" title="Jump to Link in Article">^</a>} </small> <a href="http://www.mydaily.co.uk/tag/london-collections-men/" id="readabilityFootnoteLink-1" name="readabilityFootnoteLink-1" target="_blank">London Collections: Men</a> <small>(www.mydaily.co.uk)</small> </li><br /></ol><br /></div><br /></div>

London Collections Men: Autumn/Winter 2014 Trends Round Up - MyDaily UK

The Autumn/Winter 2014 runway shows during London Collections: Men were smart, sophisticated and super-cool. The best of British menswear? ...

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Ram 1500 Mossy Oak Edition ready to hit the woods - Autoblog (blog)

<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><div class='entry-content post-content'><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2014-ram-1500-mossy-oak/" target="_blank"><img alt="2014 Ram 1500 Mossy Oak" data-credit="Ram" data-mep="77548" src="http://o.aolcdn.com/hss/storage/adam/cf86303f18612ba604a15d0095b4f6f1/2014-ram-1500-mossy-oak.jpg"/> </a><br /><p>Among all the debuts at the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/detroit-auto-show/" id="readabilityLink-1" name="readabilityLink-1" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;">Detroit Auto Show</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-1" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[1] </small> </a> next week, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/ram/" id="readabilityLink-2" name="readabilityLink-2" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;">Ram</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-2" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[2] </small> </a> will remove the ghillie-suit veil from its 2014 Ram 1500 Mossy Oak Edition, but the truck's bigger – and more fitting – debut will take place later in the week at the <a href="http://www.shotshow.org/" id="readabilityLink-3" name="readabilityLink-3" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;">Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-3" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[3] </small> </a> in Las Vegas. The new Mossy Oak Edition is aimed at hunting, camping and fishing enthusiasts, and it will go on sale within the next couple of months with a base price of $39,985, not including $1,195 for destination.</p><br /><p>With plenty of accolades already in the bag for 2013 (including <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2013/12/04/ram-1500-motor-trend-back-to-back-truck-of-the-year/" id="readabilityLink-4" name="readabilityLink-4" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><em>Motor Trend</em> Truck of the Year</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-4" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[4] </small> </a> and <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2013/10/14/2014-ram-1500-named-truck-texas-rodeo/" id="readabilityLink-5" name="readabilityLink-5" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;">Truck of Texas</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-5" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[5] </small> </a>), the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/ram/1500/" id="readabilityLink-6" name="readabilityLink-6" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;">2014 Ram 1500</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-6" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[6] </small> </a> is definitely getting plenty of attention, and the new camouflage job from Mossy Oak should help get a few more eyeballs on this truck. Starting with the Ram 1500 4x4 Crew Cab Outdoorsman, this special edition is only offered in three exterior colors – Black, Black Gold or Prairie Pearl (shown above) – to go with the Mossy Oak camouflage along the lower edges of the body as well as the upper edge of the cargo bed. Unlike the previous Mossy Oak Edition (2011-2012), buyers can now opt for the innovative RamBox system in which to store plenty of hunting, camping and fishing gear.</p><br /><p>Inside, there's more camo on the center stack and door panels, and the headrests are embroidered with the Mossy Oak logo. Like the Outdoorsman, the Mossy Oak Edition comes standard with cloth seats in two available colors, but it adds in a new option: Katzkin leather in Espresso Tuscany with the Mossy Oak logo embroidered into the seatbacks. <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2014/01/09/ram-1500-mossy-oak-edition-official/#continued" id="readabilityLink-7" name="readabilityLink-7" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;">Scroll down</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-7" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[7] </small> </a> for more information on the 2014 Ram 1500 Mossy Oak Edition.</p><br /><div class='lead_gal post-gallery'><br /><h6><span class='header'>Related Gallery</span><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2014-ram-1500-mossy-oak/" id="readabilityLink-8" name="readabilityLink-8" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">2014 Ram 1500 Mossy Oak</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-8" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[8] </small> </a> </h6><br /><div><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2014-ram-1500-mossy-oak/#photo-2131702/" target="_blank"><img alt="2014 Ram 1500 Mossy Oak" src="http://o.aolcdn.com/dims-global/dims3/GLOB/thumbnail/75x75/quality/85/http://www.blogcdn.com/slideshows/images/slides/213/170/2/S2131702/slug/s/001-2014-ram-1500-mossy-oak-1.jpg" title="2014 Ram 1500 Mossy Oak"/> </a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2014-ram-1500-mossy-oak/#photo-2131703/" target="_blank"><img alt="2014 Ram 1500 Mossy Oak" src="http://o.aolcdn.com/dims-global/dims3/GLOB/thumbnail/75x75/quality/85/http://www.blogcdn.com/slideshows/images/slides/213/170/3/S2131703/slug/s/002-2014-ram-1500-mossy-oak-1.jpg" title="2014 Ram 1500 Mossy Oak"/> </a><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2014-ram-1500-mossy-oak/#photo-2131704/" target="_blank"><img alt="2014 Ram 1500 Mossy Oak" src="http://o.aolcdn.com/dims-global/dims3/GLOB/thumbnail/75x75/quality/85/http://www.blogcdn.com/slideshows/images/slides/213/170/4/S2131704/slug/s/003-2014-ram-1500-mossy-oak-1.jpg" title="2014 Ram 1500 Mossy Oak"/> </a> </div><br /></div><br /><div id='continued'><br /><div id='pr_box_button'>Show full PR text</div><br /><div id='pr_text'><strong>2014 Ram 1500: Mossy Oak® Edition Returns to Ram Lineup</strong><br /><p>After a brief, one-year hiatus, the Ram 1500 Mossy Oak® Edition is returning to the truck brand's model lineup.</p><br /><p>Updated for 2014, the Mossy Oak Edition will now be available for the first time with the RamBox cargo management system, in both 6-ft.-4-in. and 5-ft.-7-in. bed lengths.</p><br /><p>Originally introduced to the Ram Truck family in 2011, the Mossy Oak Edition is designed for enthusiasts who are passionate about the great outdoors.</p><br /><p>The 2014 Ram 1500 Mossy Oak Edition further extends the multi-tiered relationship between the Ram Truck brand and America's top camouflage brand.</p><br /><p>"Ram Truck is focused on the needs and wants of truck buyers," said Reid Bigland, President and CEO, Ram Truck Brand – Chrysler Group LLC. "Our Ram Truck owners are passionate about hunting and fishing. The Ram Mossy Oak Edition gives hunting enthusiasts a way to proudly proclaim their love for the outdoors."</p><br /><p>Ram 1500 owner demographics illustrate a love for the outdoors: 30 percent hunt, 44 percent fish, 27 percent are boaters and 42 percent are campers.</p><br /><p>"The Ram Truck brand has been a great partner to Mossy Oak," said Ronnie "Cuz" Strickland, Executive Vice President of Mossy Oak. "The people there love trucks, but they're also into hunting and fishing and understand that their customers are, too. To have Ram take that relationship to the next level by offering a special Mossy Oak Edition speaks volumes about their commitment to hunters and Outdoorsmen and women, and we are extremely proud to partner with them."</p><br /><p>The Ram 1500 Mossy Oak Edition's bedcaps and tailgate are covered in Mossy Oak Break-Up Infinity® camouflage pattern, and the Mossy Oak logo is prominently displayed on the rear quarter panels. Break-Up Infinity-patterned lower cladding is also available.</p><br /><p>Inside, the center column of the Ram's instrument panel is finished in Mossy Oak Break-Up Infinity, as are the door panel inserts. The Mossy Oak logo is embroidered on the four primary headrests. Buyers also can opt for Espresso Tuscany-colored Katzkin leather seats with Mossy Oak seatback embroidery.</p><br /><p>The Ram Mossy Oak Edition is available exclusively as a Ram 1500 4x4 Crew Cab model, and is based on the popular Ram Outdoorsman.</p><br /><p>Ram 1500 Mossy Oak Edition available colors include Black, Black Gold Pearl and Prairie Pearl monotone exterior, paired with Canyon Brown and Frost Beige interior.</p><br /><p>Ram Mossy Oak Edition trucks will arrive in dealerships in early 2014. Ram Mossy Oak Edition pricing starts at $39,985, plus $1,195 destination charge.</p><br /><p><strong>Ram and Mossy Oak</strong> </p><br /><p>Ram Trucks and Mossy Oak brand camouflage are partners in a multiyear, multifaceted program aimed at America's outdoor enthusiasts.</p><br /><p>The Ram Truck brand is a major sponsor of Mossy Oak-produced television shows airing on the Outdoor Channel and the Pursuit Channel. In addition to commercial slots, Ram trucks are utilized by and featured in many of the shows.</p><br /></div><br /></div><br /></div><br /><div class='related_gals'> </div><br /><div class='meta'><br /><p class='meta_src'><strong>News Source:</strong> Ram</p><br /><p class='meta_cat'><strong>Category:</strong> <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/detroit-auto-show/" id="readabilityLink-9" name="readabilityLink-9" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;">Detroit Auto Show</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/trucks/" id="readabilityLink-10" name="readabilityLink-10" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;">Truck</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/category/design-style/" id="readabilityLink-11" name="readabilityLink-11" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;">Design/Style</a>, <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/ram/" id="readabilityLink-12" name="readabilityLink-12" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;">Ram</a><a 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id="readabilityFootnoteLink-3" name="readabilityFootnoteLink-3">Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show</a> <small>(www.shotshow.org)</small> </li><br /><li><small>^{<a href="#readabilityLink-4" title="Jump to Link in Article">^</a>} </small> <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2013/12/04/ram-1500-motor-trend-back-to-back-truck-of-the-year/" id="readabilityFootnoteLink-4" name="readabilityFootnoteLink-4">Motor Trend Truck of the Year</a> <small>(www.autoblog.com)</small> </li><br /><li><small>^{<a href="#readabilityLink-5" title="Jump to Link in Article">^</a>} </small> <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2013/10/14/2014-ram-1500-named-truck-texas-rodeo/" id="readabilityFootnoteLink-5" name="readabilityFootnoteLink-5">Truck of Texas</a> <small>(www.autoblog.com)</small> </li><br /><li><small>^{<a href="#readabilityLink-6" title="Jump to Link in Article">^</a>} </small> <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/ram/1500/" id="readabilityFootnoteLink-6" name="readabilityFootnoteLink-6">2014 Ram 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Dawn French is laden with shopping bags as she stocks up on treats in the ... - Daily Mail

<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><p>By <a class="author" href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/home/search.html?s=&authornamef=Daily+Mail+Reporter" id="readabilityLink-1" name="readabilityLink-1" rel="nofollow" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;">Daily Mail Reporter</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-1" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[1] </small> </a> </p><br /><p><span class='article-timestamp'><strong>PUBLISHED:</strong> 18:37 EST, 8 January 2014</span> | <span class='article-timestamp'><strong>UPDATED:</strong> 18:38 EST, 8 January 2014</span> </p><br /><div id='articleIconLinksContainer'><br /><ul><br /><li class='share-gplus'><span data-calltoactionurl='http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2536205/Dawn-French-laden-shopping-bags-stocks-treats-January-sales.html' data-calltoactionlabel='VIEW' data-prefilltext='Weighed down: A fuller-figured Dawn French is laden with shopping bags as she stocks up on treats in the January sales' data-cookiepolicy='single_host_origin' data-clientid='746589970956-e10ciaf67a1id9ggu75ph3ds0sthn7j6.apps.googleusercontent.com' data-contentdeeplinkid='/pages' data-contenturl='http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2536205/Dawn-French-laden-shopping-bags-stocks-treats-January-sales.html' class='g-interactivepost'><a onclick="postToGPlus("top"); return false;"> </a> </span> </li><br /><li id='shareLinkTop' class='share-icons'><a class="js-sl share-link" href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2536205/Dawn-French-laden-shopping-bags-stocks-treats-January-sales.html#socialLinks"> </a> </li><br /></ul><br /><a class="comments-count home" href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2536205/Dawn-French-laden-shopping-bags-stocks-treats-January-sales.html#comments" id="readabilityLink-2" name="readabilityLink-2" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;"> </a><br /><p class='count-number'>0</p><br /><p class='count-text'>View<br/><br />comments</p><br /><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-2" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[2] </small> </a> </div><br /><p><span>She's famously battled her weight over the past few years, and lost a staggering eight stone in the wake of her divorce from Lenny Henry.</span><br/> </p><br /><p><span>But it was her huge haul of shopping that was weighing Dawn French down as she hit the January sales in Plymouth, Devon, on Wednesday.</span><br/> </p><br /><p><span>The 56-year-old comedienne was laden down with bags as she headed home after a spot of retail therapy, and appeared to have treated herself to a number of bargains as she hit the High Street.</span><br/> </p><br /><div class='artSplitter'><img alt="Shop 'til you drop: Dawn French was weighed down by her huge haul of shopping as she hit the January sales in Plymouth, Devon, on Wednesday" class="blkBorder img-share" height="780" id="i-a8510e64" src="http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2014/01/08/article-2536205-1A7E354500000578-915_634x780.jpg" width="634"/><br /><p class='imageCaption'>Shop 'til you drop: Dawn French was weighed down by her huge haul of shopping as she hit the January sales in Plymouth, Devon, on Wednesday</p><br /></div><br /><p><span>In addition to her heavy load of shopping, the Australia's Got Talent judge appeared to have relaxed her healthy eating regime over the festive period and was looking a little fuller-figured than normal.</span> </p><br /><p><span>Dawn wrapped up in a stylish leather mac with unusual suede patches, and layered a light brown smock-style dress over black leggings.</span><br/> </p><br /><p><span>The French and Saunders funny-woman injected a welcome bolt of colour to the otherwise muted hues of her outfit with a bold and bright scarf, and completed her ensemble with black leather buckled boots and a simple satchel bag.</span><br/> </p><br /><div class='artSplitter'><img alt="Retail therapy: The 56-year-old comedienne was laden down with bags as she headed home after a spot of retail therapy, and appeared to have treated herself to a number of bargains as she hit the High Street" class="blkBorder img-share" height="781" id="i-a7e40e5f" src="http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2014/01/08/article-2536205-1A7E355200000578-227_634x781.jpg" width="634"/><br /><p class='imageCaption'>Retail therapy: The 56-year-old comedienne was laden down with bags as she headed home after a spot of retail therapy, and appeared to have treated herself to a number of bargains as she hit the High Street</p><br /></div><br /><p><span>The star showcased her naturally radiant skin by going make-up free for the occasion, and wore her dark brunette locks in their signature poker straight style.</span><br/> </p><br /><p><span>Dawn has fallen victim to the yo-yo diet on numerous occasions over the past few years, after slimming down by eight stone from her heaviest weight of 19 stone in the wake of her split from fellow comedian Lenny.</span><br/> </p><br /><p><span>But the body-confident star previously insisted she is happy to have piled on the pounds once again, as her fuller frame as always served her 'well'.</span><br/> </p><br /><div class='artSplitter'><img alt="Winter warmer: Dawn wrapped up in a stylish leather mac with unusual suede patches, and layered a light brown smock-style dress over black leggings" class="blkBorder img-share" height="816" id="i-ab3b0e82" src="http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2014/01/08/article-2536205-1A7E35AF00000578-159_634x816.jpg" width="634"/><br /><p class='imageCaption'>Winter warmer: Dawn wrapped up in a stylish leather mac with unusual suede patches, and layered a light brown smock-style dress over black leggings</p><br /><div class='artSplitter'><br /><div class='splitLeft'><img alt="Festive indulgences: The Australia's Got Talent judge appeared to have relaxed her healthy eating regime over the festive period and was looking a little fuller-figured than normal" class="blkBorder img-share" height="679" id="i-a9520e6d" src="http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2014/01/08/article-2536205-1A7E35A800000578-221_306x679.jpg" width="306"/> </div><br /><div class='splitRight'><img alt="Festive indulgences: The Australia's Got Talent judge appeared to have relaxed her healthy eating regime over the festive period and was looking a little fuller-figured than normal" class="blkBorder img-share" height="679" id="i-a85c0e6b" src="http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2014/01/08/article-2536205-19354DF300000578-960_306x679.jpg" width="306"/> </div><br /><p class='imageCaption'>Festive indulgences: The Australia's Got Talent judge appeared to have relaxed her healthy eating regime over the festive period and was looking a little fuller-figured than normal<br/> </p><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p><span>She told Australia's New Idea magazine: ‘If you’ve got the gift of a bit of extra heft, use it.</span><br/> </p><br /><p><span>'I’d like to decide what you may find funny about my fatness. For me there’s a dignity in that. I don’t need you to be laughing at my fatness in a cruel or bullying way.</span><br/> </p><br /><p><span>'Luckily in my life I’ve never experienced that, but I know that other big women do and don’t like it at all. I’ve always wrestled that into my control. I am very fond of this body - it’s served me well and it’s never disappointed me.'</span> </p><br /><div class='artSplitter'><img alt="Au natural: The star showcased her natuarally radiant skin by going make-up free for the occasion, and wore her dark brunette locks in their signature poker straight style" class="blkBorder img-share" height="795" id="i-aa040e78" src="http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2014/01/08/article-2536205-1A7E35C800000578-344_634x795.jpg" width="634"/><br /><p class='imageCaption'>Au natural: The star showcased her natuarally radiant skin by going make-up free for the occasion, and wore her dark brunette locks in their signature poker straight style</p><br /></div><br /><div id='readability-footnotes'><br /><h3>References</h3><br /><ol id='readability-footnotes-list'><br /><li><small>^{<a href="#readabilityLink-1" title="Jump to Link in Article">^</a>} </small> <a class="author" href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/home/search.html?s=&authornamef=Daily+Mail+Reporter" id="readabilityFootnoteLink-1" name="readabilityFootnoteLink-1" rel="nofollow">Daily Mail Reporter</a> <small>(www.dailymail.co.uk)</small> </li><br /><li><small>^{<a href="#readabilityLink-2" title="Jump to Link in Article">^</a>} </small> <a class="comments-count home" href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2536205/Dawn-French-laden-shopping-bags-stocks-treats-January-sales.html#comments" id="readabilityFootnoteLink-2" name="readabilityFootnoteLink-2">0 View comments</a> <small>(www.dailymail.co.uk)</small> </li><br /></ol><br /></div><br /></div>

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New Year fashion resolutions - Sydney Morning Herald

<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><div readability='10' class='cT-imagePortrait'><img alt="if you think Olivia Palermo always looks good, you are a type A polished personality who should invest in highly feminine separates and the best shoes and bags you can afford to ensure your look is always pulled together with the panache that defines Palermo." itemprop="image" src="http://images.smh.com.au/2014/01/08/5061221/olivia-353-300x0.jpg"/><br /><p>if you think Olivia Palermo always looks good, you are a type A polished personality who should invest in highly feminine separates and the best shoes and bags you can afford to ensure your look is always pulled together with the panache that defines Palermo. <em>Photo: Getty</em> </p><br /></div><br /><p>I cleaned out my wardrobe over the holiday break and gosh it was full-time work. I spent a solid day (OK, a couple of breaks for daytime television and playing with the cat) pulling everything off hangers and out of drawers, and throwing the contents of my closet onto the bed, where I ruthlessly weeded out what was no longer needed or required. It turned out that was quite a lot – four garbage bags full to be exact – so you can imagine how easily my thoughts turned to updating my new, spacious and somewhat spartan wardrobe for the year ahead. Here are the style resolutions I came up with for 2014:</p><br /><p><strong>I will clean out my closet</strong> </p><br /><p>If you haven't worn it for three years or more, let it go. The obvious exceptions to this rule are your wedding dress, and that floor-length gown you wear every couple of years to an event with a black tie dress code, but in all other respects comply strictly with this commandment to reap maximum rewards. Give what you no longer need to friends or to charity, and store your winter coats or special-occasion clothing in vacuum pack packages or clear storage cubes. I know it sounds crazy to buy more stuff when you are purging, but trust me, a visit to Howard's Storage World will offer you a thrilling range of storage and packaging options for your new, streamlined wardrobe.</p><br /><p><strong>I will avoid tricky trends</strong> </p><br /><p>Last year we witnessed a myriad of tricky trends, such as midriff tops, punk, overalls and over-the-knee boots.</p><br /><p>If are aged over 25 and purchased any of these garments, chances are you wore them once at best before realising they were better relegated to your niece or daughter. Let 2014 be the year of buying intelligently rather than on impulse. Find out what suits you, and work within those realms instead. (See the next resolution).</p><br /><p><strong>I will take inspiration from my style crush</strong> </p><br /><p>Not literally, as in those “get her look” sections in the weekly gossip magazines. Instead, think about the women whose looks you admire – it could be a co-worker, it could be a celebrity – and what it is about the way they dress that you admire. For example, if you think Olivia Palermo always looks good, you are a type A polished personality who should invest in highly feminine separates and the best shoes and bags you can afford to ensure your look is always pulled together with the panache that defines Palermo. My style crush is at the other end of the spectrum, and while there is nothing original about coveting the more relaxed style of Jane Birkin (yawn) I have used my admiration to amass a wardrobe based around Equipment silk shirts, cashmere V-necks, relaxed trousers and flat shoes that has changed little in the past ten years. That may sound boring, but I feel comfortable and confident and it sure makes getting dressed in the morning easy.</p><br /><p><strong>I will stop pretending exercise gear is real clothing</strong> </p><br /><p>Outside Los Angeles, Sydney is arguably the most body-conscious city in the world but having a six-pack and buns of steel is still no excuse to spend an entire day out and about in nothing more than a sports bra and American Apparel shortie shorts. The same goes for yoga pants and that threadbare T-shirt you've had since the 90s. Keep your workout wear strictly for the gym or your morning jog.</p><br /><p><strong>I will buy new lingerie</strong> </p><br /><p>Nothing lets an outfit down more than the exposure of a tattered, discoloured bra-strap. Go through your lingerie drawer and discard anything old and ill-fitting. Make an appointment for a professional bra-fitting at a department store or specialist lingerie boutique and you won't believe the results. Walk out of there with a couple of new T-shirt bras for under form-fitting clothing, an underwire black-lace bra or two for special occasions and a sports bra if you work out regularly. Pick up half a dozen pairs of invisible knickers in flesh and black and your intimates are set for the months ahead.</p><br /><p><strong>I will make do and mend</strong> </p><br /><p>Shoes and bags are the obvious contenders here. Assess all your shoes and have flats re-soled and heels re-tipped.</p><br /><p>Bag straps and buckles can be fixed or replaced by a specialist repairer, who can also re-dye the leather to another colour for a style update. Rejuvenate tired shirts and trousers by mending hems and replacing buttons, and consider investing in a steamer in addition to an iron to ensure even your most delicate outer garments always look fresh and crease-free.</p><br /><p><strong>I won't buy anything on sale (unless I really, really want it)</strong> </p><br /><p>Self explanatory really, especially if you went to the recent stocktake sales and are now regretting a couple of those purchases.</p><br /><p><strong>I will clean out my make-up bag</strong> </p><br /><p>Make-up has quite specific use-by dates, and hoarding mascara, liners and shadows in particular can lead to eye infections and other woes. Check the use-by dates of all your products and toss accordingly. Then make an appointment at a department store make-up counter for an update of your signature look. Make-up is an area where women are particular prone to getting stuck in a rut, so book in for a refreshing change for the new year.</p><br /><p><strong>I will have fun with fashion</strong> </p><br /><p>Getting stuck in a rut also happens with the clothes we wear. I'm far too prone to pulling on something black, so this year I've resolved to embrace navy, cream and grey. Radical, I know. Try something new, even if it's as simple as a longer hemline or a cropped jacket, because after all fashion should be fun.</p><br /></div>

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A New Range of Discount Celine Bags Now Available Online for Worldwide ... - SBWire (press release)

<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><p><span itemprop='articleBody'><span itemprop='dateline'>New York, NY -- (<a href="http://www.sbwire.com/" id="sbwlink" name="readabilityLink-1" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;">SBWIRE</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-1" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[1] </small> </a>) -- 01/07/2014 --</span> DiscountCeline.org, the high-end online store of a variety of Celine handbags, now announces about their new designer bags that are according to the latest trends and are available at discount prices. According to the website, these <a class="extlink" href="http://www.discountceline.org/" id="readabilityLink-2" name="readabilityLink-2" rel="nofollow" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="discount Celine bags">discount Celine bags</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-2" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[2] </small> </a> are the new trend setters and have been drawing attention from the worldwide women who are fashionable and stylish.</span> </p><br /><p>The online store displays some of the best designs that are available in a wide variety of colors. These handbags feature luxurious designs and women can feel proud while carrying them anywhere they go. The new collection has some unique designs that can complement one’s dressing, whether a woman wants to pick one for her formal use to take it to her workplace or wants to flaunt a casual style while visiting party circuits. These bags can fulfill all needs of a woman and will help them maintain their own personal style.</p><br /><p>The spokesperson of the web store is pretty confident that their new collection will help them emerge as the best place to buy designer bags at cheap prices on the web. According to him, “All designs are elegant and offer exceptional looks. The best thing is that all bags are available at discount prices.” He claims that women can find a luxurious bag in their budget and can flaunt their unique style before the world.</p><br /><p>By offering discount <a class="extlink" href="http://discountceline.org/celine-handbags-c-86.html" id="readabilityLink-3" name="readabilityLink-3" rel="nofollow" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Celine handbags online">Celine handbags online</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-3" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[3] </small> </a>, the web store aims at improving their reputation and is expected to raise its popularity among the worldwide fashionable women. One can choose from a wide variety of bags and can be rest assured of the best prices. Moreover, one can also enjoy a free shipping for an order above $199. 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Laura Whitmore sports chic coat and biker boots while out in London - Reveal

<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><strong>Laura Whitmore gave us a lesson in winter dressing as she stepped out looking both cosy and chic in London yesterday (6 January).</strong><br /><p>The MTV presenter stopped by the BBC Radio 1 studios, wrapped up in a long black coat by Maje which featured leather sleeves and exposed zip details at the waist.</p><br /><div readability='31' class=' centerimgfloat image c2' id='articleimage'><img alt="Laura Whitmore outside BBC Radio 1 studios, London, Britain - 06 Jan 2014" height="900" src="http://i3.cdnds.net/14/02/618x900/laura-whitmore-bbc-radio-1-studios-london-january-2014.jpg" width="618"/><br /><div readability='7' class='imgcaption imgcaption_large'><br /><p>© Rex Features / Beretta / Sims</p><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p>Laura added a pair of black skinnies and biker boots complete with buckles and heaps of silver studs.</p><br /><p>To top off her effortlessly cool ensemble, the blonde bombshell wore a fedora hat plus a blue gemstone ring and toted a large brown bag.</p><br /><p>Clearly pleased with her outfit choice (and we would be too!), Laura snapped an Instagram picture before heading out while also wearing a pair of toasty mittens. Cute!</p><br /><div readability='31' class=' centerimgfloat image c2' id='articleimage'><img alt="Laura Whitmore takes an Instagram picture while wearing a Maje coat - 6 January 2014" height="610" src="http://i4.cdnds.net/14/02/618x610/laura-whitmore-instagram-london.jpg" width="618"/><br /><div readability='7' class='imgcaption imgcaption_large'><br /><p>© Instagram / @thewhitmore</p><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p>On the beauty front Laura rocked her trademark winged liner and fluttery lashes, paired with natural coloured lipstick and flawless skin.</p><br /><p>To finish? Tousled waves and a gold glitter manicure. Who doesn't love a subtle touch of glitz?</p><br /><p><em>Got an iPad or iPhone? <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/reveal-uk/id472675673?mt=8" id="readabilityLink-1" name="readabilityLink-1" rel="nofollow" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Reveal Mag has been especially designed to fit!</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-1" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[1] </small> </a> </em> </p><br /><p><strong>What do you think of Laura's outfit? Let us know by commenting below as the best comment across the site each week wins £50!</strong> </p><br /><div id='readability-footnotes'><br /><h3>References</h3><br /><ol id='readability-footnotes-list'><br /><li><small>^{<a href="#readabilityLink-1" title="Jump to Link in Article">^</a>} </small> <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/reveal-uk/id472675673?mt=8" id="readabilityFootnoteLink-1" name="readabilityFootnoteLink-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reveal Mag has been especially designed to fit!</a> <small>(itunes.apple.com)</small> </li><br /></ol><br /></div><br /></div>

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Denise Richards looks stressed out as she runs errands with children following ... - Daily Mail

<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><p>By <a class="author" href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/home/search.html?s=&authornamef=Juliet+Paylor" id="readabilityLink-1" name="readabilityLink-1" rel="nofollow" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;">Juliet Paylor</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-1" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[1] </small> </a> </p><br /><p><span class='article-timestamp'><strong>PUBLISHED:</strong> 13:30 EST, 7 January 2014</span> | <span class='article-timestamp'><strong>UPDATED:</strong> 13:30 EST, 7 January 2014</span> </p><br /><div id='articleIconLinksContainer'><br /><ul><br /><li class='share-gplus'><span data-calltoactionurl='http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2535350/Denise-Richards-looks-stressed-runs-errands-children-following-Charlie-Sheens-porn-star-marriage-prank.html' data-calltoactionlabel='VIEW' data-prefilltext='Denise Richards looks stressed out as she runs errands with children following Charlie Sheen's porn star 'marriage' prank' data-cookiepolicy='single_host_origin' data-clientid='746589970956-e10ciaf67a1id9ggu75ph3ds0sthn7j6.apps.googleusercontent.com' data-contentdeeplinkid='/pages' data-contenturl='http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2535350/Denise-Richards-looks-stressed-runs-errands-children-following-Charlie-Sheens-porn-star-marriage-prank.html' class='g-interactivepost'><a onclick="postToGPlus("top"); return false;"> </a> </span> </li><br /><li id='shareLinkTop' class='share-icons'><a class="js-sl share-link" href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2535350/Denise-Richards-looks-stressed-runs-errands-children-following-Charlie-Sheens-porn-star-marriage-prank.html#socialLinks"> </a> </li><br /></ul><br /><a class="comments-count home" href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2535350/Denise-Richards-looks-stressed-runs-errands-children-following-Charlie-Sheens-porn-star-marriage-prank.html#comments" id="readabilityLink-2" name="readabilityLink-2" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;"> </a><br /><p class='count-number'>0</p><br /><p class='count-text'>View<br/><br />comments</p><br /><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-2" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[2] </small> </a> </div><br /><p><span>Denise Richards stepped out with her daughters on Monday looking rather stressed.</span><br/> </p><br /><p><span>And who could blame her, with rumours running rampant that her ex-husband and father of her children, Charlie Sheen, had married his latest porn star girlfriend, Brett Rossi.</span><br/> </p><br /><p><span>While the Anger Management star's shock wedding announcement, made on Sunday night, turned out to be nothing more than a joke, he later admitted his intention all along was to rile up his ex - with whom he's currently feuding.</span><br/> </p><br /><div class='artSplitter'><img alt="Under pressure: Denise Richards looked stressed out as she hit the shops in Bel-Air with daughters Sam (left) and Lola on Monday, amid rumours that ex-husband Charlie Sheen had married his porn star girlfriend" class="blkBorder img-share" height="845" id="i-a7b60e5e" name="i-a7b60e5e" src="http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2014/01/07/article-2535350-1A7A291900000578-152_634x845.jpg" width="634"/><br /><p class='imageCaption'>Under pressure: Denise Richards looked stressed out as she hit the shops in Bel-Air with daughters Sam (left) and Lola on Monday, amid rumours that ex-husband Charlie Sheen had married his porn star girlfriend</p><br /></div><br /><p><span>'I wanted to give Denise a stroke!!!' he told <a href="http://www.tmz.com/2014/01/06/charlie-sheen-wedding-married-porn-star-brett-rossi-joke/" id="readabilityLink-3" name="readabilityLink-3" rel="nofollow" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">TMZ</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-3" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[3] </small> </a> of the reasoning behind his prank.</span><br/> </p><br /><p><span>Of course, it's unlikely the model and actress was laughing, given the emotional strain she's been under in recent months - which is still evident on her pin-thin frame.</span><br/> </p><br /><p><span>In late November, another of Charlie's exes, Brooke Mueller, accused the 42-year-old of abusing her and Charlie's four-year-old twin sons, Bob and Max, whom she had been caring for while Brooke underwent her latest stint in rehab.</span><br/> </p><br /><p><span>While the vindictive allegations proved false, Child Protective Services was forced to investigate, which was a huge intrusion for the stunning blonde and her children.</span><br/> </p><br /><div class='artSplitter'><img alt="Trying times: The mom-of-three was looking gaunt following an emotional few months that included false child abuse allegations against her, a feud with Sheen and his joke wedding announcement, which he admitted he did to 'give her a stroke'" class="blkBorder img-share" height="897" id="i-9c5c0e47" name="i-9c5c0e47" src="http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2014/01/07/article-2535350-1A7A25E700000578-75_634x897.jpg" width="634"/><br /><p class='imageCaption'>Trying times: The mom-of-three was looking gaunt following an emotional few months that included false child abuse allegations against her, a feud with Sheen and his joke wedding announcement, which he admitted he did to 'give her a stroke'</p><br /></div><br /><p><span>It's likely that older daughters Sam, nine, and Lola, eight, would have had to talk to social workers during the investigation despite their mother's likely protestation.</span><br/> </p><br /><p><span>The star's two lookalike offspring accompanied their mother as they hit the shops in Bel-Air on Monday to stock up on some gifts.</span><br/> </p><br /><p><span>Clearly successful in their mission, the girls each carried a leopard-print-wrapped present with pretty pink ribbon and bow decoration as they headed for home, with Denise lugging a large brown paper bag bursting at the seams containing what appeared to be a cheater-print furry blanket.</span><br/> </p><br /><p><span>The model mom showed off her diminishing curves in dark blue skinny jeans and a black singlet top, which she teamed with dark brown boots and a stone-coloured leather jacket.</span><br/> </p><br /><div class='artSplitter'><img alt="Successful shopping trip: The star and her sweet daughters emerged triumphant with several gift-wrapped presents in hand" class="blkBorder img-share" height="538" id="i-9bd50e3c" name="i-9bd50e3c" src="http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2014/01/07/article-2535350-1A7A25E300000578-76_634x538.jpg" width="634"/><br /><p class='imageCaption'>Successful shopping trip: The star and her sweet daughters emerged triumphant with several gift-wrapped presents in hand</p><br /></div><br /><p><span>Her long golden tresses were worn down in a wavy style, while the natural beauty wore only minimal make-up and shielded her eyes behind large dark sunglasses.</span><br/> </p><br /><p><span>Sam looked sweet in white jeans, a blue T-shirt and colourful shoes and socks, while her little sister went for a very girly all-pink ensemble consisting of shorts and a T-shirt.</span><br/> </p><br /><p><span>Their adopted two-and-a-half-year-old sister Eloise wasn't present during the outing.</span><br/> </p><br /><p><span>Denise no doubt made the most of her last day of freedom, as she was back filming scenes for ABC Family series Twisted on Tuesday following a brief Christmas hiatus.</span> </p><br /><div class='artSplitter'><img alt="The photo that started it all: Charlie posted this image with girlfriend Brett Rossi - who goes by the nickname Skottie - to Twitter on Sunday night, which he accompanied with the message that the pair had married during their trip to Iceland" class="blkBorder img-share" height="838" id="i-a8e10e6c" name="i-a8e10e6c" src="http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2014/01/07/article-2535350-1A709C4C00000578-412_634x838.jpg" width="634"/><br /><p class='imageCaption'>The photo that started it all: Charlie posted this image with girlfriend Brett Rossi - who goes by the nickname Skottie - to Twitter on Sunday night, which he accompanied with the message that the pair had married during their trip to Iceland</p><br /></div><br /><div class='artSplitter'><img alt="'S and I GOT MARRIED!': The Anger Management star has since admitted that it was nothing more than a practical joke, aimed at riling up ex-wide Denise" class="blkBorder img-share" height="301" id="i-a91d0e69" name="i-a91d0e69" src="http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2014/01/07/article-2535350-1A709C1E00000578-488_634x301.jpg" width="634"/><br /><p class='imageCaption'>'S and I GOT MARRIED!': The Anger Management star has since admitted that it was nothing more than a practical joke, aimed at riling up ex-wide Denise</p><br /></div><br /><div id='readability-footnotes'><br /><h3>References</h3><br /><ol id='readability-footnotes-list'><br /><li><small>^{<a href="#readabilityLink-1" title="Jump to Link in Article">^</a>} </small> <a class="author" href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/home/search.html?s=&authornamef=Juliet+Paylor" id="readabilityFootnoteLink-1" name="readabilityFootnoteLink-1" rel="nofollow">Juliet Paylor</a> <small>(www.dailymail.co.uk)</small> </li><br /><li><small>^{<a href="#readabilityLink-2" title="Jump to Link in Article">^</a>} </small> <a class="comments-count home" href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2535350/Denise-Richards-looks-stressed-runs-errands-children-following-Charlie-Sheens-porn-star-marriage-prank.html#comments" id="readabilityFootnoteLink-2" name="readabilityFootnoteLink-2">0 View comments</a> <small>(www.dailymail.co.uk)</small> </li><br /><li><small>^{<a href="#readabilityLink-3" title="Jump to Link in Article">^</a>} </small> <a href="http://www.tmz.com/2014/01/06/charlie-sheen-wedding-married-porn-star-brett-rossi-joke/" id="readabilityFootnoteLink-3" name="readabilityFootnoteLink-3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TMZ</a> <small>(www.tmz.com)</small> </li><br /></ol><br /></div><br /></div>

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<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><span class='font12 bold'>Fairly affordable Teutonic luxury SUV</span><br/><br /><span class='author'><span itemprop='author'>Gary Witzenburg</span> on <span itemprop='datePublished'>01.07.2014</span> </span><br/><br /><div readability='17' class='c18'><a href="http://cdn.automedia.com/images/articles/rts/rts20131201vt/01-volkswagen-touareg-front.jpg" id="single_image" name="single_image" onclick=" hideArrows()"><img alt="2014 Volkswagen Touareg front" class="c16" height="116" src="http://cdn.automedia.com/images/articles/rts/rts20131201vt/01-volkswagen-touareg-front.jpg" title="2014 Volkswagen Touareg front" width="180"/> </a><br /><h2 class='font12'>Affordable German Luxury</h2><br /><p class='c17'><span class='sectiontext'>The 2014 Volkswagen Touareg is a highly competent German luxury SUV starting at a fairly affordable $44K. It aspires to compete with more expensive German luxury SUVs – BMW X5, Mercedes-Benz M Class and (platform cousin) Audi Q5 – as well as those from Acura, Infiniti, Toyota, Cadillac and Lincoln. It comes in entry-level Sport, mid-range Lux and top-level Executive versions, plus a new sporty R-line trim, with V-6 gasoline or turbodiesel power. There's also a world's-first supercharged hybrid version.</span> </p><br /></div><br /><div readability='11' class='c19'><br /><p><span class='sectiontext'>And it generally does compete, quite well. The long list of standard goodies on even the base Sport includes 18-inch alloy wheels; power windows mirrors and locks; Bi -Xenon headlights with LED Daytime Running Lights; front fog and cornering lights; dual -zone air conditioning; eight -speaker audio with a six-disc CD changer and touchscreen control; eight -way power heated front seats; leather-wrapped shift knob and multifunction steering wheel; one 115-volt and four 12-volt outlets; remote opening and closing power tailgate with closing assist; and a rearview camera.</span> </p><br /></div><br /><div readability='13' class='c19'><br /><p><span class='sectiontext'>The performance-oriented R - Line – about $54K with the 3.6-liter gas V6 or $58K with the TDI Clean Diesel V-6 – starts with the Lux trim, then adds stiffer sport suspension and other dynamic and appearance features. The Executive and Hybrid models offer two very useful new features: a hands-free liftgate that opens with a swipe of your foot under the rear bumper (and the key in your pocket), and a 360° four-camera system that shows what's all around your vehicle, plus a top birds -eye view and cross-traffic alert warnings.</span> </p><br /></div><br /><div class='center ad300 ad c20'><noscript><br /><p><a href="http://ad.doubleclick.net/jump/site117.tmus/reviews;tile=3;pos=left;sz=300x250;chan=2014;art=2014-volkswagen-touareg;year=2014;make=volkswagen;model=touareg;ord=3705463?" target="_blank"><img alt="" border="0" height="250" src="http://ad.doubleclick.net/ad/site117.tmus/reviews;tile=3;pos=left;sz=300x250;chan=2014;art=2014-volkswagen-touareg;year=2014;make=volkswagen;model=touareg;ord=3705463?" width="300"/> </a> </p><br /></noscript> </div><br /><div readability='11' class='c21'><a href="http://cdn.automedia.com/images/articles/rts/rts20131201vt/02-volkswagen-touareg-engine.jpg" id="single_image" name="single_image" onclick=" hideArrows()"><img alt="2014 Volkswagen Touareg engine" class="c16" height="116" src="http://cdn.automedia.com/images/articles/rts/rts20131201vt/02-volkswagen-touareg-engine.jpg" title="2014 Volkswagen Touareg engine" width="180"/> </a><br /><h3 class='font12'>Powertrains</h3><br /><p class='c17'><span class='sectiontext'>The 3.6-liter direct-injected gas V-6 pumps out 280 horsepower and 265 lb -ft of torque for strong launch acceleration and good mid -range passing. Driving through the standard eight -speed automatic transmission and 4MOTION all-wheel drive, its EPA fuel economy ratings are 17 mpg city and 23 highway.</span> </p><br /></div><br /><div readability='13' class='c19'><br /><p><span class='sectiontext'>The 3.0-liter TDI turbodiesel V-6 is good for 240 horses, a muscular 406 lb-ft of torque and 29-mpg highway/20-mpg city EPA ratings. As with the gas engine, its eight-speed automatic offers manual gear control (but not steering wheel paddles), a Sport mode and a Dynamic Shift Program (DSP) that adapts to your driving style.</span> </p><br /></div><br /><div readability='16' class='c19'><br /><p><span class='sectiontext'>The 2014 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid teams a 333-hp 3.0 -liter supercharged, direct -injected gas V-6 with a 47-hp electric motor powered by a 1.7kWh nickel metal hydride battery pack. Together, they deliver a V-8-like 380 hp and 428 lb -ft of torque with V-6-like 24-mpg EPA highway fuel economy, and each system can power the Touareg independently. Among its efficiency-enhancing features are standard Stop /Start, which shuts down the engine at rest, regenerative braking that recovers kinetic energy during coasting and braking, and a system that kills the engine and disengages the transmission while coasting.</span> </p><br /></div><br /><div readability='16' class='c21'><a href="http://cdn.automedia.com/images/articles/rts/rts20131201vt/03-volkswagen-touareg-interior.jpg" id="single_image" name="single_image" onclick=" hideArrows()"><img alt="2014 Volkswagen Touareg interior" class="c16" height="116" src="http://cdn.automedia.com/images/articles/rts/rts20131201vt/03-volkswagen-touareg-interior.jpg" title="2014 Volkswagen Touareg interior" width="180"/> </a><br /><h4 class='font12'>Interior</h4><br /><p class='c17'><span class='sectiontext'>The 2014 Volkswagen Touareg's quiet, comfortable cabin is lined with elegant Walnut wood, optional “Vienna” leather upholstery (Black, Beige or Saddle Brown) and an available 620-watt, 10-speaker Dynaudio sound system. The R -Line interior features gloss-black and brushed aluminum trim, plus a special R -Line steering wheel, door sill scuffplates and aluminum sport pedals.</span> </p><br /></div><br /><div readability='13' class='c19'><br /><p><span class='sectiontext'>The 40/ 20/40 split rear seat reclines and adjusts 6.3 inches fore/aft. Cargo room behind them is a generous 32 cu. ft., twice that with all three folded down. A huge panoramic glass sunroof is standard in Lux, Executive and Hybrid models. The available premium navigation system comes with an eight-inch touchscreen that can display maps and directions in high -definition 3D, a DVD/CD player with MP3 playback capabilities and FM/AM/satellite radio.</span> </p><br /></div><br /><div readability='14' class='c21'><a href="http://cdn.automedia.com/images/articles/rts/rts20131201vt/04-volkswagen-touareg-offroad.jpg" id="single_image" name="single_image" onclick=" hideArrows()"><img alt="2014 Volkswagen Touareg offroad" class="c16" height="116" src="http://cdn.automedia.com/images/articles/rts/rts20131201vt/04-volkswagen-touareg-offroad.jpg" title="2014 Volkswagen Touareg offroad" width="180"/> </a><br /><h5 class='font12'>Suspension</h5><br /><p class='c17'><span class='sectiontext'>This is the second-generation Touareg, and Volkswagen engineers worked hard to make it ride and handle better than the already-agile first-generation models. It uses control arms front and rear, with lightweight aluminum upper links, robust steel lower links and long -travel springs all around. Not surprisingly, the R-Line’s sport suspension is stiffer for sportier handling.</span> </p><br /></div><br /><div readability='11' class='c19'><br /><p><span class='sectiontext'>The standard 4MOTION permanent all -wheel drive uses a limited-slip Torsen rear differential that splits available torque 40 per cent front and 60 percent rear for balanced on- and off-road driving. The variable-ratio power steering gives responsive feel with just 2.6 turns of the steering wheel, lock to lock.</span> </p><br /></div><br /><div readability='13' class='c21'><a href="http://cdn.automedia.com/images/articles/rts/rts20131201vt/05-volkswagen-touareg-wheel.jpg" id="single_image" name="single_image" onclick=" hideArrows()"><img alt="2014 Volkswagen Touareg wheel" class="c16" height="116" src="http://cdn.automedia.com/images/articles/rts/rts20131201vt/05-volkswagen-touareg-wheel.jpg" title="2014 Volkswagen Touareg wheel" width="180"/> </a><br /><h6 class='font12'>Safety</h6><br /><p class='c17'><span class='sectiontext'>Among the 2014 Touareg's standard safety features are six airbags, including front and rear Side Curtain Protection head bags and thorax units for the driver and front passenger. Active systems include a Rollover Sensor System that monitors the vehicle’s speed and turning angle and, if it detects a potential rollover, deploys the side curtain airbags to reduce the risk of injury.</span> </p><br /></div><br /><div readability='13' class='c19'><br /><p><span class='sectiontext'>There’s also Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Brake Disc Wiping to keep the pads dry when it’s raining, plus Volkswagen’s Intelligent Crash Response System, which automatically unlocks the doors, disables the fuel pump and turns on the hazard lights in the event of certain types of collision.</span> </p><br /></div><br /><div readability='16' class='c21'><a href="http://cdn.automedia.com/images/articles/rts/rts20131201vt/06-volkswagen-touareg-rear.jpg" id="single_image" name="single_image" onclick=" hideArrows()"><img alt="2014 Volkswagen Touareg rear" class="c16" height="116" src="http://cdn.automedia.com/images/articles/rts/rts20131201vt/06-volkswagen-touareg-rear.jpg" title="2014 Volkswagen Touareg rear" width="180"/> </a> <span class='font12 bold'>Driving Impressions</span><br /><p class='c17'><span class='sectiontext'>We sampled a 2014 gas-V-6-powered R-Line Volkswagen Touareg and an Executive-trim TDI turbodiesel model on straight and twisty two-lane roads near Napa, CA. Both handled surprisingly well – the R-Line's suspension somewhat crisper and more agile than the diesel – yet both rode comfortably when the pavement turned brittle. Both offered precise, responsive steering and strong, linear braking, and both felt smaller than they were and lighter than their 2-1/2-ton curb weights. The gas V-6's 280 horses were more than adequate, even on long uphill grades, and the diesel – though rated 40 hp lower – gave deliciously-strong mid-range torque.</span> </p><br /></div><br /><div readability='14' class='c19'><br /><p><span class='sectiontext'>We were impressed by the Touareg's premium interior, from its precise instruments to its just-right leather-wrapped steering wheel with easy-to-use controls, to the audio and climate systems' much-appreciated conventional knobs for volume, tuning and dual-zone temperatures. Also, that its rear leg- and knee room easily accommodates longish legs.</span> </p><br /></div><br /><div readability='12' class='c19'><br /><p><span class='sectiontext'>All things considered, the 2014 Volkswagen Touareg earns a place on the shopping list of anyone considering a mid-size luxury SUV. It even comes with Volkswagen’s Carefree Maintenance Program, which covers scheduled maintenance for two years or 24,000 miles.</span> </p><br /></div><br /></div>

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<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><h3>Explore the outdoors</h3><br /><h3>with activities at SANC</h3><br /><p><strong>Bayside —</strong> The Schlitz Audubon Nature Center, 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, has activities for all ages. For information, call (414) 352-2880.</p><br /><p>· Animal Movie Night: 6 to 9 p.m. Jan. 10; $5 for child and $8 for adult members, $7 for child and $10 for adult nonmembers</p><br /><p>Participants make s'mores at the fireplace, visit with animals and watch "Monsters University."</p><br /><p>· Hangin' with Hyatt: Extreme Geocaching: 9 to 11 a.m. Jan. 11; $4 for child and $6 for adult members, $6 for child and $8 for adult nonmembers</p><br /><p>Participants learn about geocaching and how to use Global Positioning System units. Units will be available. After learning about geocaching, participants look for cache boxes containing puzzle pieces along the trails. After finding all seven pieces, participants return to build the puzzle.</p><br /><p>· Nature Story Time: 9:30 to 11 a.m. Jan. 11; $5 for child and $8 for adult members per session, $6 for child and $9 for adult nonmembers per session</p><br /><p>Families with children ages 3 to 7 listen to a story and take an outdoor hike. Puppets, props and live animals may be part of each story time.</p><br /><p>· Environmental Voices: The 100th Anniversary of the Extinction of the Passenger Pigeon: 2 to 3 p.m. Jan. 11; $7 for adult members, $8 for nonmember adults</p><br /><p>Stanley Temple presents a program commemorating the 100th anniversary of the extinction of the passenger pigeon. The presentation covers how and why this disaster occurred, how vital it is to promote the conservation of species habitat, strengthen the relationship between people and nature, and foster the sustainable use of natural resources.</p><br /><p>· Wylde Thyme: 2 to 3:30 p.m. Jan. 12; free with center admission</p><br /><p>Wylde Thyme is a musical ensemble of family and friends who have been playing in the Racine-Kenosha area since 2006. The family friendly music encourages active participation in music making, singing and dance. The group plays mostly Irish tunes with a bit of world music.</p><br /><p>· Nature Adventures and Nature Explorers: Session III: 4 to 5:30 p.m. Feb. 3, 10 and 24; and Session IV: 4 to 5:30 p.m. Feb. 5, 12, 19 and 26; $45 for Sessions I and III and $60 for Sessions II and IV for child members, $51 for Sessions I and II and $68 for Sessions II and IV for nonmember children</p><br /><p>Children in kindergarten and first grade (Nature Adventures) and second and third grades (Nature Explorers) play outdoors and participate in discovery activities.</p><br /><h3>Resource center hosts Feldenkrais workshop</h3><br /><p><strong>Shorewood —</strong> The Shorewood Senior Resource Center, 2010 E. Shorewood Blvd., will host a two-part workshop, "Regaining Youthful Movement Through Feldenkrais" from 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 11 and 18.</p><br /><p>The Feldenkrais system aims to reduce pain or limitations in movement, improve physical function such as balance and promote general well-being.</p><br /><p>The cost for the workshop, which covers both sessions, is $36 for Shorewood residents and $42 for nonresidents. Registration with payment is required by Jan. 7.</p><br /><p>For information and to register, call (414) 847-2727 or email eprice@villageofshorewood.org.</p><br /><h3>Club holds youth activity, preschool fair</h3><br /><p><strong>Mequon —</strong> Christ Church, 13460 N. Port Washington Road, hosts the MOMS Club of Mequon Youth Activity and Preschool Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 11.</p><br /><p>The free event is for families with children of all ages. Educational, extracurricular and family services will all be featured. Check out area preschools as well as various sports, music and therapy programs. A supervised indoor playground will be available.</p><br /><p>For information, email mequonpreschoolfair@gmail.com.</p><br /><h3>Church hosts variety of concerts</h3><br /><p><strong>Mequon —</strong> Unitarian Church North, 13800 N. Port Washington Road, hosts the following concerts at 7:30 p.m.</p><br /><p>· Jan. 11: Peter Mulvey; $16 in advance, $19</p><br /><p>· Jan. 31: Ben Bedford; $13 in advance, $16</p><br /><p>· Feb. 15: Garnet Rogers; $17 in advance, $20</p><br /><p>· March 22: Jon Vezner; $15 in advance, $18</p><br /><p>· April 19: Sally Barris; $15 in advance, $18</p><br /><p>· May 10: Kitty Donohoe; $15 in advance, $18</p><br /><p>For information, call (262) 375-3890.</p><br /><h3>Artist shares story, offers workshop</h3><br /><p><strong>Whitefish Bay —</strong> The Fox Bay Cinema Grill, 334 E. Silver Spring Drive, hosts "An Evening With Lily Yeh" featuring a showing of her documentary titled "The Barefoot Artist" from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Jan. 12.</p><br /><p>The evening begins with a "Mix and Mingle" with live music from 5 to 5:50 p.m., followed by dinner and the movie from 6 to 7:45 p.m. A discussion with Yeh from 7:50 to 8:30 p.m. ends the evening.</p><br /><p>Limited general admission tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door (if tickets remain). Dinner is extra.</p><br /><p>Admission to the Fox Bay Grill is included with $75 tickets to a hands-on art workshop and presentation with Yeh titled "Community Building Through Art" from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Jan. 13 at St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, 1615 N. Wauwatosa Ave., Wauwatosa.</p><br /><p>The $25 tickets can be purchased at eventbrite.com/event/8942399959 and the $75 tickets at eventbrite.com/event/9057024805.</p><br /><p>For information, call (414) 671-1212 or email rhonda@gmselca.org.</p><br /><h3>Lynden Sculpture Garden hosts a variety of activities</h3><br /><p><strong>River Hills —</strong> The Lynden Sculpture Garden, 2145 W. Brown Deer Road, hosts a variety of activities.</p><br /><p>The garden is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, and noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.</p><br /><p>Admission is $9 and $7 for students and seniors. Members and children younger than 6 are free.</p><br /><p>Admission includes access to the sculpture garden and house.</p><br /><p>For information, call (414) 446-8794.</p><br /><p>· Ice skating on Big Lake: noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays when weather and ice conditions permit</p><br /><p>· grow Workshop With Yevgeniya Kaganovich: 1 to 5 p.m. Jan. 12</p><br /><p>Kaganovich and her student assistants take up residence in the studio to make the next "planting" of "grow," Kaganovich's durational installation. Drop in to watch or participate as Kaganovich fuses layers of plastic to create a surface similar to leather or skin, mold the skin into plant-like volumes, stuff the volumes with more bags, and connect the forms with plastic bag "thread." Tasks will include cutting sheets and strips, fusing sheets and tubes, sewing bulb forms and connecting them to bases, crocheting tubes and necks, stuffing stalks and assembling the plants.</p><br /><p>· All Things Paper: The Marvels of Marveling: A Workshop With Carey Watters: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 18; $100 or $90 for members (all materials included)</p><br /><p>Learn a variety of techniques related to paper. The first series focuses on paper marbling and book structures made from marbled paper. Students learn techniques for marbling paper and finish the day by making a book with some of their own marbled paper.</p><br /><p>· Dog Days at Lynden: noon to 5 p.m. Jan. 18</p><br /><p>Participants can bring their canine friends for an afternoon of romping in the garden. Dogs must be leashed and considerate of other visitors.</p><br /><p>· Light Up the Garden & Night-Time Walk: 3 to 6:30 p.m. Jan. 19</p><br /><p>Jeremy Stepien leads the annual family workshop to make a lantern (or bring your own). Naomi Cobb leads a lantern-lit walk through the garden. The event ends with a bonfire and hot cider.</p><br /><p>· Winter Studio Class: Toyshop: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. or 1 to 2 p.m. Jan. 22 to March 12; $92 or $76 for members</p><br /><p>Participants ages 4 to 6 use clay, paint and mixed media to make three-dimensional diversions.</p><br /><p>· Weekly Art Drop-In for Kids Ages 6 to 12: 3 to 5:30 p.m. Jan. 22 to May 21; $10 or $8 for members per session, $56 or $40 for members for eight sessions</p><br /><p>Each week participants learn about different materials, processes and themes, and get started on a project.</p><br /><p>· Homeschool Day: Mysteries of Winter: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Jan. 23; $35 or $30 for members</p><br /><p>Participants ages 6 to 15 track animals in the snow as inspiration for a printmaking project, creating wintery diorama sculptures. Two workshop topics are offered each day, one focusing on three-dimensional artmaking and the other on the natural environment.</p><br /><p>· Silk Scarf Painting: A Workshop With Kelly Lahl: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Jan. 25; $100 or $90 for members (all materials included)</p><br /><p>Participants learn to dye scarves. Each student creates three scarves as well as make some hand painted silk ribbon.</p><br /><p>· Ceramic Handbuilding: Porcelain Vases: A Workshop With Linda Wervey Vitamvas: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 27; $85 or $75 for members (all materials included)</p><br /><p>Participants make two vases using porcelain clay material.</p><br /><p>· The Mingei Tradition in the Midwest: Warren Mackenzie and Beyond exhibit: Jan. 26 to March 30</p><br /><h3>Senior citizens club holds winter potluck picnic</h3><br /><p><strong>Glendale —</strong> The Glendale Senior Citizens' Club will hold a winter potluck picnic at 11:30 a.m. Jan. 15 in the clubroom on the lower level of Glen Hills Middle School, 2600 W. Mill Road.</p><br /><p>All dishes are welcome. Bingo with prizes will follow.</p><br /><p>The event is free.</p><br /><p>For information, call (414) 540-2100.</p><br /><h3>Women's networking group holds luncheon</h3><br /><p><strong>Mequon —</strong> Sarah Schwab, founder and president of My Client Communications, presents "Attracting Clients With Compelling Content" during the Women's FOCUS luncheon Jan. 15 at Ozaukee Country Club, 10823 N. River Road.</p><br /><p>Networking and registration begins at 11:30 a.m.</p><br /><p>The cost of the luncheon is $20.</p><br /><p>Reserve a spot by visiting womensfocus.org or e-mailing reservations@womensfocus.org.</p><br /><h3>District seeks nominations of alumni, former teachers</h3><br /><p><strong>Mequon —</strong> The Mequon-Thiensville School District is seeking nominations from the community of honorable candidates for induction into its Hall of Inspiration.</p><br /><p>Nominees should be district alumni who have gone on to make a positive impact in their chosen profession or former staff members who made an impact on the education of children in the community.</p><br /><p>The district accepts nominations until Jan. 16.</p><br /><p>Nomination forms are available at mtsd.k12.wi.us.</p><br /><h3>Little League registration opens online</h3><br /><p><strong>Whitefish Bay —</strong> Registration for the 2014 Whitefish Bay Little League season is open through Jan. 31. After Jan. 31, players will pay a late fee.</p><br /><p>Children ages 6 to 14 are eligible to play.</p><br /><p>Register at wfbll.com.</p><br /><p>The league accepts in-person registration only at an informational meeting from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Jan. 21 at the Whitefish Bay Public Library, 5420 N. Marlborough Drive.</p><br /><p>For information, call (414) 906-1676 or email davwass1@yahoo.com.</p><br /><h3>Senior center plans trip to Milwaukee Jewish Museum</h3><br /><p><strong>Shorewood —</strong> The Shorewood Senior Resource Center, 3920 N. Murray Ave., sponsors a trip to the Milwaukee Jewish Museum, followed by lunch at Lake Park Bistro, from 9:15 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Jan. 30.</p><br /><p>A narrated tour provides the story of the customs and culture of the Milwaukee Jewish community. There also will be an Andy Warhol exhibit, "10 Portraits of Jews of the 20th Century."</p><br /><p>Participants then enjoy either salmon or boeuf bourguignon at Lake Park Bistro. Meal selection must be noted on the registration form.</p><br /><p>The cost of the trip is $39 for Shorewood residents and $42 for nonresidents. The fee covers the cost of school bus transportation, entrance to the museum and the tour, lunch and gratuities. Registration is due by Jan. 15.</p><br /><p>For information or to register, call (414) 847-2727 or email eprice@villageofshorewood.org.</p><br /><h3>Foundation holds 'An Evening with Martin Short'</h3><br /><p><strong>Milwaukee —</strong> The Bayshore Community Foundation holds "Laugh It Up Milwaukee 2014: An Evening with Martin Short" at 8 p.m. Jan. 18 at The Pabst Theater, 144 E. Wells St.</p><br /><p>The event benefits the Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center and the MACC Fund.</p><br /><p>Tickets range from $75 to $95. To order tickets, visit laughitupmilwaukee.org.</p><br /><h3>Cinema offers films for children with special needs</h3><br /><p><strong>Mequon —</strong> North Shore Cinema, 11700 N. Port Washington Road, hosts Reel Movies for Real Needs.</p><br /><p>The program offers films with lower sound volume and brighter lighting for children with autism and other challenges who may not be comfortable at a regular show.</p><br /><p>All show times are 10:30 a.m.:</p><br /><p>· Jan. 18: "The Nut Job," 2D, Rated PG</p><br /><p>· Feb. 8: "The LEGO Movie," 2D, Rated PG</p><br /><p>· March 8: "Mr. Peabody and Sherman," 2D, Rated PG</p><br /><p>Regular matinee adult and child pricing applies.</p><br /><p>For information, visit marcustheatres.com or call (262) 241-6180.</p><br /><h3>Concordia hosts musical performances</h3><br /><p><strong>Mequon —</strong> Concordia University Wisconsin, 12800 N. Lake Shore Drive, hosts musical performances in its Chapel of Christ Triumphant.</p><br /><p>Admission is $7 for adults, free for children 17 and younger except where noted. Tickets can be purchased at the door. All seating is general admission.</p><br /><p>For information call (262) 243-4405.</p><br /><p>· 9 a.m. Jan. 25: Milwaukee Handbell Ensemble Workshop for Intermediate/Advanced Ringers; $10 per ringer or $75 per choir, does not include music; reserve a spot by calling (262) 243-4240</p><br /><p>· 3:30 p.m. March 16: Faculty Piano Recital – Michael Thiele</p><br /><p>· 3:30 p.m. April 6: Kammerchor Concert</p><br /><p>· 7:30 p.m. April 11: University Band and Jazz Ensemble</p><br /><p>· 3:30 p.m. April 13: Symphonic Wind Ensemble and Chamber Orchestra Concert</p><br /><p>· 3:30 p.m. April 27: Kammerchor and Selah Choral Concert with Concordia Chapel</p><br /><p>· 3:30 p.m. May 4: Alleluia Ringers Concert</p><br /><p>· 7:30 p.m. May 9: Milwaukee Handbell Ensemble Spring Concert; tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $5 for college students and children younger than 18</p><br /><h3>Concordia presents theater performances</h3><br /><p><strong>Mequon —</strong> Concordia University Wisconsin, 12800 N. Lake Shore Drive, presents a variety of theater performances.</p><br /><p>· "A Celebration of Andrew Lloyd Webber: A Musical Revue" is presented at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 6, 7 and 8, at 1:30 p.m. Feb. 9.</p><br /><p>· "Sense and Sensibility" is presented at 7:30 p.m. May 1, 2 and 3, and 1:30 p.m. May 4.</p><br /><p>Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and students, $5 for veterans and free for children younger than 12. For information, email lori.woodall@cuw.edu or call (262) 573-9070.</p><br /><h3>Luncheon benefits COPE Services of Ozaukee County</h3><br /><p><strong>Mequon —</strong> Wendy Naarup, first-place winner of the Ironman Wisconsin in 2008 and World Championship bronze medalist in 2006, presents "Celebrating Life," an inspirational keynote address, at the 15th annual Take-A-Break Luncheon at 11 a.m. Feb. 11 at Ozaukee Country Club, 10823 N. River Road.</p><br /><p>The luncheon will benefit COPE Services of Ozaukee County.</p><br /><p>In addition to the Naarup, there will be a raffle and auction including original art donated by local artists.</p><br /><p>The cost of the luncheon is $55; $33 is tax deductible.</p><br /><p>Reserve a spot at copeservices.org or by calling (262) 377-1477.</p><br /><h3>Acacia Theatre Company</h3><br /><h3>announces 2013-14 season</h3><br /><p><strong>Mequon —</strong> Acacia Theatre Company presents three productions during its 2013-14 season.</p><br /><p>All performances are performed in Concordia University Wisconsin's Todd Wehr Auditorium, 12800 N. Lake Shore Drive.</p><br /><p>· "Searching for David's Heart" by Cherie Bennett</p><br /><p>8 p.m. Feb. 28, March 1, 6, 7 and 8, 4 p.m. March 8 and 3 p.m. March 2 and 9</p><br /><p>· "Jane Austen's Persuasion" adaptation by Jennifer Le Blanc</p><br /><p>8 p.m. July 11, 12, 17, 18 and 19, 4 p.m. July 19 and 3 p.m. July 13 and 30</p><br /><p>Season subscriptions cost $38 or $30 for senior citizens, full-time students and full-time clergy. Single tickets for all productions will go on sale starting Sept. 1. Single tickets will cost $16 or $13 for senior citizens, full-time students and full-time clergy.</p><br /><p>For information, call (414) 744-5995 or visit acaciatheatre.com.</p><br /><h3>Foundation seeks donations, help for Bay Ball</h3><br /><p><strong>Whitefish Bay —</strong> The Whitefish Bay Education Foundation will hold its annual Bay Ball on March 29 in the field house at Whitefish Bay High School, 1200 E. Fairmount Ave.</p><br /><p>The event, "Bay Ball 2014...The Big Bang...Helping Our Kids Reach for the Stars," features entertainment, dancing, food and libations.</p><br /><p>The event benefits science, technology, engineering and math initiatives in the Whitefish Bay School District.</p><br /><p>For information, to donate an item or to help, email smuderlak@gmail.com or call (414) 688-0635.</p><br /><h3>Museum features Andy Warhol exhibit</h3><br /><p><strong>Milwaukee —</strong> Andy Warhol's "Ten Portraits of Jews of the Twentieth Century" is on display through March 30 at the Jewish Museum Milwaukee, 1360 N. Prospect Ave.</p><br /><p>Additional programs will be available during the exhibit period.</p><br /><p>The cost is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors, $3 for students and $15 for families. Admission is free for museum members.</p><br /><p>For information, call (414) 390-5730 or visit jewishmuseummilwaukee.org.</p><br /></div>

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<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><div class='body'><br /><p><img alt="" data-credit="AOL -- Steven Sande" data-mep="80237" src="http://o.aolcdn.com/hss/storage/adam/a327f6e2bd5bebcd55f49baa4fbe9a15/OutbackSoloTitle.JPG"/> </p><br /><p>Way back in the days of my first "tablets" -- one of many Apple Newton MessagePad models -- I found that the most convenient way to carry them was with a bag with a shoulder strap. At that time, the computer and tablet bag industry wasn't in full swing as it is today, so I ended up carrying a small black (and rather plain) Eagle Creek bag with a shoulder strap with my Newton, an extra battery pack or three, and a spare stylus. Fast-forward to 2014, where we not only have bags and cases galore to protect our iPads, but they actually <em>look</em> good as well. The <a href="http://www.sfbags.com/products/ipad-cases/outback-solo-ipad.php" id="readabilityLink-1" name="readabilityLink-1" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;">Waterfield Designs Outback Solo</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-1" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[1] </small> </a> (US$89) is designed for Apple's newest full-size tablet, the iPad Air, and as you'd expect from Waterfield Designs, it's rugged and good-looking.</p><br /><p><strong>Specifications</strong> </p><br /><p>Dimensions: 10.5" wide x 8.7" high x 1.0" max thickness (26.7 x 22.0 x 2.54 cm) (bag comes in two sizes; one to fit a "naked" iPad Air, the other to fit an iPad Air with a 3rd-party slick case)</p><br /><p>Weight: 14.85 ounces (421 grams) with strap</p><br /><p>Material: The main part of the bag is made of a tan waxed canvas, while the top is made of premium leather. Inside is lined with cushioning neoprene. Brown nylon shoulder strap ($19 extra).</p><br /><p><strong>Design Highlights</strong> </p><br /><p>If Indiana Jones had an iPad Air and wanted to carry it, I think he'd own an Outback Solo. The waxed canvas and leather will age nicely, ensuring that the rugged style of the bag gains even more character over the years. The neoprene lining cushions your iPad Air from bumps and drops, while a magnetic closure on the leather top keeps the bag shut. Two exterior pockets provide space for charging cables, pens, and styluses.</p><br /><div class='postgallery'><br /><h3 class='clearfix'><a href="http://www.tuaw.com/photos/waterfield-designs-outback-solo-for-ipad-air/" id="readabilityLink-2" name="readabilityLink-2" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;">Waterfield Designs Outback Solo for iPad Air</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-2" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[2] </small> </a> </h3><br /></div><br /><p><strong>Functionality Highlights</strong> </p><br /><p>The Outback Solo protects and transports your iPad Air, whether used as a sleeve or a bag with the optional nylon strap. If there's anything I'm not thrilled about, it's the lack of some "rough" material on the strap to keep it from sliding off a shoulder. The iPad Air is light enough that the Outback Solo doesn't need a shoulder pad, but I found that the bag wanted to slide off of my shoulder while walking. You <em>can</em> adjust the strap to carry it crossways on your body to prevent slipping, but some may find that carrying method not to their liking.</p><br /><p>I tested the Outback Solo with an iPad Air equipped with a Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Cover, and it fit beautifully into the bag. This is good news to those who are using the iPad Air / Ultrathin Keyboard Cover combo as a "notebook replacement."</p><br /><p>At $89 -- or $108 with the optional strap -- the Outback Solo is also less expensive than some other options in the "luxury iPad bag" market.</p><br /><p><strong>Conclusion</strong> </p><br /><p>Waterfield Designs is known for durable and stylish sleeves and bags, and the Outback Solo continues that tradition with an affordable design that will last for years.</p><br /><p><strong>Rating: 3-1/2 stars (out of 4 stars possible)</strong> </p><br /><p class='c7'><img alt="" data-credit="AOL" data-mep="80209" src="http://o.aolcdn.com/hss/storage/adam/fa0f36d0b4b1dab29021bc62753b8862/TUAW-3andahalf-stars.png"/> </p><br /><h3>Giveaway</h3><br /><p>Will you be the lucky TUAW reader who wins an Outback Solo? You won't know unless you enter. Here are the rules for the giveaway:</p><br /><ul><br /><li>Open to legal US residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 18 and older.</li><br /><li>To enter, fill out the form below completely and click or tap the Submit button.</li><br /><li>The entry must be made before January 10, 2014 11:59PM Eastern Standard Time.</li><br /><li>You may enter only once.</li><br /><li>One winner will be selected and will receive a Waterfield Designs Outback Solo bag for iPad Air (with strap) valued at $108.</li><br /><li><a href="http://www.tuaw.com/giveaway-us-canada/" id="readabilityLink-3" name="readabilityLink-3" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;">Click Here for complete Official Rules.</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-3" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[3] </small> </a> </li><br /></ul><br /><a href="http://www.tuaw.com/2014/01/06/waterfield-designs-outback-solo-bag-for-ipad-air-style-and-subs/" id="aol-facebook-like" name="aol-facebook-like" rel="article"> </a><br/><br /><a class="aol-share" data-bid="16" data-pid="20801378" href="mailto:yourfriend@email.com?subject=Waterfield%20Designs%20Outback%20Solo%20bag%20for%20iPad%20Air:%20Style%20and%20substance&body=http://www.tuaw.com/2014/01/06/waterfield-designs-outback-solo-bag-for-ipad-air-style-and-subs/" id="readabilityLink-4" name="readabilityLink-4" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: none;" title="Waterfield Designs Outback Solo bag for iPad Air: Style and substance">Share</a><a class="readability-DoNotFootnote" href="#readabilityFootnoteLink-4" style="color: inherit;"><small>^[4] </small> </a><br/> </div><br /><div class='body'> </div><br /><div id='readability-footnotes'><br /><h3>References</h3><br /><ol id='readability-footnotes-list'><br /><li><small>^{<a href="#readabilityLink-1" title="Jump to Link in Article">^</a>} </small> <a href="http://www.sfbags.com/products/ipad-cases/outback-solo-ipad.php" id="readabilityFootnoteLink-1" name="readabilityFootnoteLink-1">Waterfield Designs Outback Solo</a> <small>(www.sfbags.com)</small> </li><br /><li><small>^{<a href="#readabilityLink-2" title="Jump to Link in Article">^</a>} </small> <a href="http://www.tuaw.com/photos/waterfield-designs-outback-solo-for-ipad-air/" id="readabilityFootnoteLink-2" name="readabilityFootnoteLink-2">Waterfield Designs Outback Solo for iPad Air</a> <small>(www.tuaw.com)</small> </li><br /><li><small>^{<a href="#readabilityLink-3" title="Jump to Link in Article">^</a>} </small> <a href="http://www.tuaw.com/giveaway-us-canada/" id="readabilityFootnoteLink-3" name="readabilityFootnoteLink-3">Click Here for complete Official Rules.</a> <small>(www.tuaw.com)</small> </li><br /><li><small>^{<a href="#readabilityLink-4" title="Jump to Link in Article">^</a>} </small> <a class="aol-share" data-bid="16" data-pid="20801378" href="mailto:yourfriend@email.com?subject=Waterfield%20Designs%20Outback%20Solo%20bag%20for%20iPad%20Air:%20Style%20and%20substance&body=http://www.tuaw.com/2014/01/06/waterfield-designs-outback-solo-bag-for-ipad-air-style-and-subs/" id="readabilityFootnoteLink-4" name="readabilityFootnoteLink-4" title="Waterfield Designs Outback Solo bag for iPad Air: Style and substance">Waterfield Designs Outback Solo bag for iPad Air: Style and substance</a> <small>(www.tuaw.com)</small> </li><br /></ol><br /></div><br /></div>

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