LAURA ASHLEY & URBAN OUTFITTERS

Laura Ashley Announces Capsule Collection with Urban Outfitters

Fort Mill, SC (July 30, 2018) - Laura Ashley, the British lifestyle brand, is announcing an exclusive capsule collection with Urban Outfitters. There's no doubt that the instantly recognizable Laura Ashley florals will bring waves of nostalgia to those who fell in love with Laura Ashley decades ago and anyone just getting acquainted with the legacy brand.

Coinciding with the company's 65th anniversary, the collection bridges Laura Ashley’s long history in textile design and fashion with the current trends in contemporary fashion. With '90s revival a touchstone for the Laura Ashley & Urban Outfitters collection, Laura Ashley will bring back customer-favorite prints with updated silhouettes and ditzy florals, a Laura Ashley signature. In addition, the collection will feature larger-scale modern prints and sun-washed, heirloom palettes -  perfect for summer and back-to-school. 

The Laura Ashley & Urban Outfitters collection dives into the Laura Ashley archive, bringing iconic prints to fashion, accessories and shoes. The 14-piece collection will consist of dresses, tops, pants, and a skirt. The assortment will be available alongside accessories including hats, a silky scarf, and a canvas tote. Standout pieces include The Laura Ashley x UO Side Lace Midi Dress, Button Front Mini Dress, Luana Button Down, Leila Kick Flare Pant, and Ashley High Waisted Mini Skirt. Prices range from $19 to $89 USD.

With a new group of shoppers looking through second hand stores and scouring online resale sites for vintage Laura Ashley pieces, the new collection brings the company's greatest hits to a retailer known for giving shoppers trend-driven clothing and accessories they can't find anywhere else.

The Laura Ashley & Urban Outfitters collection launches Monday, July 30th in select Urban Outfitters stores across North America and online at urbanoutfitters.com.  

About Laura Ashley, Inc.

Established in London in 1953, Laura Ashley is one of the world’s best-loved fashion and home furnishings brands. Currently, Laura Ashley offers a complete range of lifestyle products, including women’s fashion and accessories and children’s apparel and home furnishings and accessories. For additional information, visit www.lauraashleyusa.com.

About Urban Outfitters

Urban Outfitters is a lifestyle retailer dedicated to inspiring customers through a unique combination of product, creativity and cultural understanding. Founded in 1970 in a small space across the street from the University of Pennsylvania, Urban Outfitters now operates over 200 stores in the United States, Canada and Europe, offering experiential retail environments and a well-curated mix of women’s, men’s, accessories and home product assortments. For more information visit Urban Outfitters at urbanoutfitters.com.

ANNOUNCING CIRCLE SOCIETY

Bravo Sports Corp. Will Launch New Innovative Roller Skate Brand In 2018

Santa Fe Springs, CA (January 25, 2018) - Rooted in the action sports industry for more than 50 years, Bravo Sports Corp. will launch Circle Society, a new roller skate company, in 2018.

Bravo Sports’ Action Sports division has always been on the forefront of trends for skateboards, scooters, and protective gear. The company is now focusing on innovative roller skates, bringing them to a whole new generation of fans.  

Keeping the spirit of classic roller skates while adding modern technology, Instagram-ready details, and bold colors will make for a photogenic skate that’s fun and fashionable, no filters necessary.

Offering a premium quality and customizable fit, Circle Society will feature a patent-pending, adjustable-size roller skate constructed from synthetic leather and suede that will be able to accommodate up to three U.S. shoe sizes, allowing for users to grow with their skates and retailers to not worry about having to stock a full size run. All skates will be available in a U.S. youth 12-2 or kids 3-6 sizes.  

“We worked closely with kids in our target demographic to determine what they wanted in a roller skate and designed a line that features a skate that can complement what they wear every day and that they could show off to their friends,” says Todd Gormick of Bravo Sports. “Our proprietary adjustable skate designs are the perfect mix of a retro style that’s ready for today’s social media-conscious kids. It was time the outdated adjustable skates available today were updated with a cool, new style.”

Circle Society Roller Skates will be available for girls and boys ages 5 to 14, priced at $49.99. In stores fall 2018, the roller skates will be available in a variety of styles, colors, and prints, each one ready for its close-up.

Complementing these innovative skates will be protective helmets and pad sets, ranging between $14.99 and $19.99 each.

ABOUT CIRCLE SOCIETY: Circle Society, a high-fashion roller skate company, represents the fun all kids should experience with their best friends. Bringing roller skates to a whole new generation of fans, Circle Society keeps the spirit of classic roller skates while adding modern technology and patent-pending adjustable sizing so the skates grow as kids grow.  For more information, visit www.bravosportscorp.com.

PRO-TEC CELEBRATES 45 YEARS

San Diego, CA (January 23, 2018)  — Founded in 1973, Pro-Tec is celebrating 45 years as the original action sports protection brand.  The occasion is marked by a return to San Diego with a new headquarters, an expanded helmet line, a new range of snow helmets, and a collaboration with Volcom.

Pro-Tec relocated from San Clemente to join Sector 9 Skateboard Co., another brand under the Bravo Sports Corp. Specialty Division, in the new San Diego headquarters.  The move reflects the company’s commitment to its core market and marks a company promise to support and protect riders with proven and innovative products that professionals and beginners from around the world rely on every day.

The first announcements from the new office include Pro-Tec’s upcoming snow helmet line that will debut in the fall of 2018 as well as the collaboration with fellow Southern California brand Volcom, which will include Volcom X Pro-Tec skateboard, bike, and snow helmets. The range will incorporate an industry-first swirl injection mold for a one-of-a-kind look.

Volcom’s addition of bike and snow will position the brand in new categories and expand its reach and visibility in the world of action sports.  The bike helmets are set to debut in summer 2018 and snow in winter 2018. The releases coincide with Pro-Tec’s signing of 13-year-old Brighton Zeuner, the youngest-ever X-Games winner.

Along with their current sales reps, John Crouch (Pacific Northwest) and Mike Girard (New England), Pro-Tec welcomes the following new snow specific sales reps to the their brand:

·         Doug Coger: Southern California, Arizona and Southern Nevada.

·         Andrew Walford and Ryan Hughes: Northern California and Northern Nevada.

·         Steve Wikner: Midwest (Both Sides of the Lake)

·         Davey Gonzales: Utah, Colorado, New Mexico

·         Mark Neustadter: New York, Pennsylvania and New Jersey

Consolidating the entire team under one roof will facilitate brand collaborations, product development as well as unifying the sales and marketing personnel in one space.

ABOUT PRO-TEC: Founded in 1973, Pro-Tec is the original action sports protective gear brand, featuring the market’s most recognizable style of helmets. Today, Pro-Tec delivers the very best in modern protective equipment, with a broad range of impact technology options for a variety of action sports.   Pro-Tec is a division of Bravo Sports Corp., a portfolio company of Transom Capital Group and global leader in the recreational and sporting goods markets. Learn more at www.protecbrand.com.  

KRYPTONICS LAUNCHES ROLLER SKATE DIVISION

Santa Fe Springs, CA (January 23, 2018) - Inspired by its roller skate roots from the 1970s, Kryptonics, a polyurethane wheel and skateboard pioneer since 1965, will launch a line of roller skates in the fall of 2018.

As the maker of one of the most popular roller skating wheels in the 1970s and inspired by the wheels that revolutionized the skateboarding industry, the Retro Kryptonics Roller Skate Series will focus on skates for ages 8 to 18 in a variety of sizes and styles.  

Giving kids and teens a laid-back, fun way to get outdoors, Kryptonics is taking sneaker trends out of the gym and off the pavement, and blending it with a little 1970’s beach culture from its roots to create the Kryptonics skate line. The result? Skates that kids will want to wear.

“Synonymous with the skateboard culture for more than fifty years and a pioneer in the roller skating industry, Kryptonics is one of the most authentic brands in the industry today,” says Kellie Swaim of Bravo Sports. “Roller Skating is gaining popularity around the world.  We are seeing a huge interest in Europe and expect it to be big in the United States as well.”

Kryptonics Roller Skates will retail from $79.99 to $99.99. The series includes high quality construction skate boots, aluminum trucks, precisions bearings and premium 62mm smooth rolling polyurethane wheels.

ABOUT KRYPTONICS:

Established in 1965 and the first company to develop the urethane skateboard wheel that changed the roller skate and skateboard industry, Kryptonics is a pioneer revolutionizing ride and performance with its line of polyurethane skate wheels, high performance skateboards and protective accessories.  From iconic skateboards to trend-setting roller skates, Kryptonics offers a wide range of products for skaters of all ages.  www.bravosportscorp.com

VOLCOM X PRO-TEC

ICONIC ACTION SPORTS BRANDS PARTNER

ON A SKATEBOARD AND SNOW PROTECTIVE HELMET COLLECTION

San Diego, CA (December 7, 2017) - For the first time, Pro-Tec and Volcom, two iconic action sports brands, are collaborating on an exclusive helmet collection. The Volcom X Pro-Tec skate helmet debuts Summer 2018, with two snow helmets launching Winter 2018.

“Our collaboration with Volcom is a great way to celebrate Pro-Tec’s 45th Anniversary,” says R.P. Bess Pro-Tec Global Brand Director. “With Volcom’s creative direction and Pro-Tec’s classic styling, these helmets are a must-have for skaters and snowboarders.”  

“I was naturally excited to work with Pro-Tec having worn them throughout my vert career and to be able to instigate the never-been-done swirl injection mold [for Volcom] was what got me super hyped.” Remy Stratton, Volcom SVP of Global Skate and Snow.

Pro-Tec’s Classic and Full-Cut helmets received the Volcom treatment with two distinct colorways. The first helmet to hit shelves this Summer is a matte black Classic Skate helmet with a unique wrap-around print. It will be followed up with a psychedelic swirl pattern in a glossy gray finish, and is available in both the Classic and Full-Cut  in both the Skate and Snow lines, for release in October next year.

The snow helmet will be offered in the retro Full-Cut, the most recognizable skate helmet of all time, which will feature a high-impact ABS shell lined with EPS and outfitted with insulated plush lining for warmth and comfort. The line will also include the original Classic, which is now ASTM, CE and CPSC Certified for snow, skate and bike use, making it wearable year-round, on or off the slopes.

Retailing for $69.95 to $89.95, the helmets will be available in sizes XS - XL.

ABOUT VOLCOM: Inspired by creative spirit, Volcom was founded in 1991 and creates products for the persistent who are true to their passions. We were born to chase what we are true to. It’s not that we want to… WE HAVE TO. We have a vision that turns obstacles into opportunity, a creative courage to tempt the impossible…And embrace the strange. Telling us to push further…To try again. Endlessly seeking elevation, we are all connected by this same internal force. Forever we chase that intoxicating moment when our vision is realized…The world around us goes quiet…And for brief moments, we are more than alive. Volcom, True To This. For more information, please visit http://www.volcom.com 

ABOUT PRO-TEC: Founded in 1973, Pro-Tec is the original action sports protective gear brand, featuring the market’s most recognizable style of helmets. Today Pro-Tec delivers the very best in modern protective equipment with a broad range of impact technology options for a variety of action sports. Learn more at protecbrand.com

BACK ON THE HILL

PRO-TEC TO LAUNCH SNOW PROTECTIVE HELMET COLLECTION

San Clemente, CA  - In honor of its 45th anniversary, Pro-Tec, the original action sports protective gear brand, will be launching an all-new Pro-Tec Snow helmet line for fall 2018.

Pro-Tec will be launching five new snow helmets, including the iconic Full-Cut, making it the first time that the 1970s helmet, which is the most recognizable skate helmet of all time, will be available across all lines: skate, bike, snow and water.

The original Classic helmet is ASTM, CE and CPSC Certified for snow, skate and bike use, making it wearable year-round, on or off the slopes. This includes the Jr. Classic, which is designed for kids ages five to thirteen and comes with a Dual Directional Twist Fit System for a custom fit.

The line also features the low-profile Riot helmet, which has a Classic shape with an added visor, as well as the Commander, which delivers the ultimate in adjustability with the Active Venting System and top-of-the-line BOA Fit System.

“We’re stoked to be back on the hill,” says R.P. Bess Pro-Tec Global Brand Director. “With 45 years of heritage and proven protection in action sports, riders and skiers at any level can feel good knowing that Pro-Tec is protecting their heads.”

From $69.95 to $139.95, and available in sizes XXXS - XL, the new snow helmets are designed with thoughtful features like insulated plush liners, removable ear pads, magnetic Fid-Lock buckles, Audio Pockets, and Goggle Clips.

“Snow sports are a lifelong passion of mine and I’m very excited to see Pro-Tec back in the winter sports category,” says Jeff Balaban, Senior Vice President of Bravo Sports Specialty Division. ”It’s a great addition to our growing list of brands and categories here at Bravo.”

Retailers will be able to preview the 2018/2019 snow line at regional shows starting in December 2017 and at the upcoming SIA show in Denver, January 25-28, and ISPO show in Munich, January 28-31. For more info about the snow line, contact: snow@protecbrand.com

ABOUT PRO-TEC: Founded in 1973, Pro-Tec is the original action sports protective gear brand, featuring the market’s most recognizable style of helmets. Today Pro-Tec delivers the very best in modern protective equipment with a broad range of impact technology options for a variety of action sports. Learn more at www.protecbrand.com. 

INTRODUCING CIVILIZED COSMETICS

A New Natural, Non-Toxic, Vegan Cosmetics Company

Miami, FL - Founded out of a desire to create healthy, sustainable and cruelty-free cosmetics that nourish the skin and perform like premium makeup, Civilized Cosmetics is a new beauty company focused on luxurious, natural, non-toxic makeup made with organic and vegan ingredients.

THE FORMULAS:   Working with Make-up Artists, US-based labs and chemists, the focus is on creating a line that finally brings non-toxic, vegan, and cruelty-free together with sustainability, performance, and high fashion, while remaining affordable.  Civilized Cosmetics formulas are created with natural ingredients such as green tea, plumeria, chamomile, and edelberry, as well as innovative proprietary formulas that allow them to look great and be healthy for you.

“With the future of color in mind, we wanted to create a makeup line where there is no longer a tradeoff between non-toxic ingredients and high performance,” says Civilized Cosmetics CEO Raymond Cole.  “Our goal is to lessen the amount of harsh chemicals in color cosmetics and make wearing cosmetics healthier, while protecting the environment and animal rights.

CIVILIZED COSMETICS LIQUID LIP SUEDE ($28; 0.28 oz):  Finally, a liquid matte lipstick without all the toxins. With an innovative color line perfect for a wide range of skin colors and skin types, CivilizedCosmetics is launching the company with its signature non-drying, matte Liquid Lip Suede in six colors, including: Black Berry, a deep cool berry; Blood Orange, a vivid fiery orange; Spiced Chai, a soft warm beige; Nude Blush, a soft pink beige; Peony Pink, a bright rosy pink; Candy Apple, a bold true red.

Made with natural, vegan, and organic ingredients, the lip suede glides on smoothly, provides a bold matte finish and lasts for hours.

FUTURE PRODUCTS: Civilized Cosmetics will be launching a Universal Colour Stick in a variety of colors, a Glitter Stick in three colors, and a Bronzing Serum in the next 3-6 months.

 AVAILABLE ONLINE: at www.civilizedcosmetics.com, www.amazon.com; www.groupon.com/goods, and www.ebay.com

 SOCIAL MEDIA:

https://www.instagram.com/civilizedcosmetics/

https://www.facebook.com/shopcivilized/

https://twitter.com/ShopCivilized

https://www.pinterest.com/civilizedcosmet/

BRIGHTON ZEUNER JOINS THE PRO-TEC SKATE TEAM

San Clemente, CA (September 21, 2017) - Pro-Tec, the original action sports protective gear brand founded in 1973, welcomes young phenom, and X-Games Park Gold medalist, Brighton Zeuner to the team.

Since her introduction to the skate world about three years ago, Zeuner has been a rising star and one to keep an eye on as she skated the vert ramps of Southern California.  Continuing to impress fans and judges as she moved to the parks and bowls, the 13-year old Encinitas, CA resident quickly started moving up the ranks and placings, and is now taking the podiums at today’s most recognizable and notable events. 

The addition to Pro-Tec comes as she embarks to compete at the Vans Park Series World Championships later this week in Shanghai, China, where she will defend her title as the Women’s World Champion.

On making the switch to Pro-Tec, Zeuner said, “If you're going to wear a helmet then ride the original and skate with an amazing crew. Skaters like The Gonz, Lizzie Armanto, Jimmy Wilkins and the rest of the team get me psyched.”

“I’ve been a fan of Brighton’s since first meeting her through fellow riders, Lizzie Armanto and Allysha Le. It’s been amazing watching her style and power grow over the last few years. She’s got a bright future ahead and I look forward to seeing it unfold.” - R.P. Bess Protec Global Brand Director

Brighton joins a star-studded team of Steve Caballero, Christian Hosoi, Mark Gonzales, Bucky Lasek, Jason Jessee, Rune Glifberg, Jimmy Wilkins, Sam Beckett, Lizzie Armanto, Moto Shibata, Alex Perelson, Jordyn Barratt, Josh Borden, Allysha Le and more.

ABOUT BRIGHTON ZEUNER: At just four years old, Brighton started skating. By age eight, she began competing. At age twelve, Brighton won the Vans Park Series World Championships and is the current Women’s World Champion. She was featured as 1 of the 3 skateboarders on Woodward’s reality show, “Camp Woodward” Season 7 released through YouTube.com in 2016. When she's not ripping bowls or vert ramps with the legendary Jeff Grosso or friend Nora Vasconcellos, she attends Dehesa Charter School near San Diego. Her interests besides skateboarding include listening to Nicki Minaj and eating s’mores with her family. If Brighton stays on track, all roads for her are leading to Tokyo for the 2020 Olympics.

ABOUT PRO-TEC: Founded in 1973, Pro-Tec is the original action sports protective gear brand, featuring the market’s most recognizable style of helmets. Today Pro-Tec delivers the very best in modern protective equipment with a broad range of impact technology options for a variety of action sports. www.protecbrand.com

BON-TON STORES LAUNCH LAURA ASHLEY HOME

Coordinated Furnishings for Bed and Bath

Milwaukee, WI - The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ: BONT), which operates Bon-Ton, Boston Store, Bergner’s, Carson’s, Elder-Beerman, Herberger’s and Younkers stores, now offers its customers Laura Ashley Home, the British lifestyle company and one of the world’s leading brands in fashion and home furnishings. Known for its beautifully crafted, distinctive designs and modern color palettes, Laura Ashley Home will be available at all Bon-Ton family of stores and the full collection is available online.

Laura Ashley Willow collection available at Bon Ton

With Laura Ashley’s iconic prints and rich heritage as the inspiration, the collection is designed so customers can easily coordinate products to create a warm, comfortable living space. Offerings include seven-piece bedding sets, quilts, bedspreads, window valances, sheet sets, towels, accent rugs, bath rugs, decorative pillows, blankets, throws and bed pillows with complementary décor details including paint, wallpaper and accessories.

“We’re excited to offer the Laura Ashley Home collection to our customers," said Scott Ternes, General Merchandising Manager for Home at The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. “This heritage brand, known for its quality and timeless designs, is sure to be a customer favorite.”

The Laura Ashley Home collection starts at $30 for paint, wallpaper and accessories up to $360-450 for a seven-piece bedding set, available in twin, full, queen and king sizes. The seven -piece sets include the comforter, shams, euro shams and two decorative pillows, with the new fall collection featuring the Willow and Cranberry Cottage lines.

Cranberry Cottage: This quintessentially British collection for comfortable easy living, features layers of patterns and textures. The lead print is a beautiful traditional plaid in colorways of cranberry, hedgerow, and new pale marine.

Willow Collection: This soft contemporary seven -piece bedding set has a dramatic single spray of branching pussy willows that arch diagonally across the top of the bed in subtle tones of pale gray on a soft beige ground.

About The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc.: The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc., with corporate headquarters in York, Pennsylvania and Milwaukee, Wisconsin, operates 260 stores, which includes 9 furniture galleries and four clearance centers, in 24 states in the Northeast, Midwest and upper Great Plains under the Bon-Ton, Bergner's, Boston Store, Carson's, Elder-Beerman, Herberger's and Younkers nameplates. The stores offer a broad assortment of national and private brand fashion apparel and accessories for women, men and children, as well as cosmetics and home furnishings. The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. is an active and positive participant in the communities it serves. For further information, please visit thebontonstoresinc.com or the company’s web site at bonton.com. Join the conversation and be inspired by following Bon-Ton on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest.

About Laura Ashley, Inc.: Laura Ashley, Inc., headquartered in Fort Mill, S.C., focuses on licensing the Laura Ashley® brand name in North and South America. Established in London in 1953, Laura Ashley is one of the world’s best-loved fashion and home furnishings brands. Currently, Laura Ashley has more than 30 licensed product lines in North and South America, ranging from women’s fashion and accessories, children’s apparel, infant layette and feeding, pet products and a variety of home furnishings and accessories including bed linen, ready-made curtains and mattresses. For additional information, visit www.lauraashleyusa.com. CONTACT: Christine Hojnacki, 414-347-5329 christine.hojnacki@bonton.com

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PRE-SALES UNDERWAY FOR NEW HOMES IN COSTA MESA AT VITAE BY PLANET HOME LIVING

August Move-Ins Set for Modern, Detached Single Family Homes

Vitae are single family homes offering two and three bedrooms with smart home and green features that come standard in both floorplans.

Costa Mesa, California – Vitae by Planet Home Living, a new community of 20 detached single-family homes offering two and three stories of modern living, have begun pre-sales with move-ins and a model grand opening slated for August. The interest list for Vitae, a development of new modern homes in Costa Mesa, is more than 150 homebuyers and growing.

Designed with the latest in energy efficiency and smart home technology, Vitae boasts standard features such as a Ring doorbell, Kevo keyless entry, Nest thermostat, USB port outlets, a garage door that can be opened from your phone, pre-wiring for EVC and solar panels, low-e energy efficient windows, and more.

Vitae’s two floorplans range from 1,620 to 1,707 square feet and offer two and three bedrooms, private yards and attached two car garages. The homes feature sleek and refined architecture with contemporary finishes such as quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, modern pendant lighting, smooth drywall, and brushed nickel hardware and levers throughout. Prices start in the $790,000s to mid $800,000s.

“Vitae is designed for today’s savvy homebuyer, who wants a smart home, with energy efficient features, modern, designer touches and a great location,” said Sean Casey of Villa Real Estate, who along with his wife Lisa, are exclusive agents for the new community.  “This is a unique opportunity to own a new, single family home in a desirable area with great walkability. And you won’t just have a private yard, you’ll actually own the land, as these are not condominium homes.”

Vitae is recognized with a Walk Score of 87, the highest Walk Score of all new homes selling in Costa Mesa. Based on data collected from walkscore.com the 87 is just 3 points shy of what Walk Score defines as a Walker’s Paradise where day to day life can be accomplished on foot without having to get in a car.  According to Redfin’s announcement in March 2017, Orange County is one of the only cities where it won’t cost homeowners more to buy a home in a pedestrian friendly neighborhood.

Michael Marini, CEO of Planet Home Living, experts in thoughtful and well-designed small-lot living, says, “The green and tech features of Vitae, combined with the great location, is important to new home buyers, especially in Southern California. Our focus is to give today’s buyers a single-family home that perfectly suits their lifestyle, and Costa Mesa is ideal for this type of development.”

Designed by international award-winning KTGY Architecture + Planning, Vitae is Planet Home Living’s newest development in Orange County. The two companies have partnered on several successful small-lot communities around Greater Los Angeles. KTGY has more than 900 homes in various stages of construction developed under the Los Angeles Small Lot Ordinance, which it helped to formulate with the City of Los Angeles. Planet Home Living communities have proven to sell out within weeks of the grand opening.

VIP Tours of the community are available by appointment to those on the interest list. The models will open in August. To find out more about Vitae, or to join the interest list and schedule a tour, please visit www.planethomeliving.com/vitae or call Sean Casey of Villa Real Estate at 949.689.2498.  

About Villa Real Estate - Established in 2013, Villa Real Estate is Orange County’s leading luxury real estate team specializing in the region’s coastal communities.  The firm has 150 agents and four offices with locations in Laguna Beach, the Balboa Peninsula, Corona del Mar, and the company’s headquarters in Newport Beach. For more information, visit www.villarealestate.com.

About Planet Home Living - Founded in 2007, Planet Home Living is a full-service real estate building and development company that is dedicated to the creation of unparalleled living environments. From conception to exit, Planet Home Living remains focused on the complete development of a project, which includes strategic acquisition, distressed workouts, land entitlement, design, bidding, construction and sales. Planet Home Living’s passion is for environmental architecture that will stand the test of time. www.planethomeliving.com

 About KTGY Architecture + Planning - Celebrating 25 years, KTGY Architecture + Planning is an international award-winning full-service architecture and planning firm delivering innovation, artistry and attention to detail across multiple offices and studios, ensuring that clients and communities get the best the firm has to offer no matter the building type or location. KTGY’s architects and planners combine big picture opportunities, leading-edge sustainable practices and impeccable design standards to help create developments of enduring value. KTGY serves clients worldwide from offices located in Chicago, Denver, Irvine, Los Angeles, Oakland, Pune and Tysons. Visit www.ktgy.com

SECTOR 9 SKATEBOARD COMPANY COLLABORATES WITH THE MARLEY FAMILY A SECOND TIME ON A BOARD SERIES FEATURING ICONIC IMAGES

San Diego, CA – For the second time, Sector 9 Skateboard Co., preeminent global provider of skateboards, is partnering with the Marley family, on a board series featuring iconic Bob Marley images. 

Designed with the legend of Bob in mind, and an eye towards the environment, the new four board collection is constructed with 100% sustainably harvested Bamboo.

“In 2011, we partnered with the Marley family on a very successful line of limited-edition skateboards, and thought the timing was right to work together again, on an updated series,” says Dennis Telfer, Sector 9 Creative Director and Brand Co-Founder. “Bob remains an inspiration of authenticity and equality, which is in line with the skating lifestyle.”

“The bamboo makes these boards cool and conscious - I love them!” adds Ziggy Marley, when asked about his feeling on the new Sector 9 collection.

Starting June 1, the Bob Marley series will be available for sale in select Sector 9 authorized dealers, and offers something for every riding style.   The imagery also allows fans an opportunity to celebrate Bob and their love of skateboarding by hanging a deck on their wall.

The boards included are: Natty Dread (26.5”) $134; Small Axe (32.5”) $179; Jamming (37.5”) $179; and Exodus (38.5”) $179.  All boards will feature various styles of Gull Wing trucks and either 9-Ball or Top Shelf wheels.

ABOUT SECTOR 9: Sector 9 has been making skateboarding fun since 1993 by staying committed to creating a comprehensive line of highly functional and innovative products.  Since that time, we've become known for making the best, most functional, premium skateboards for the widest range of consumers. Sector 9 doesn't care if you're 6 or 60 years old; we want to make a board that you can have fun on and progress to the best of your ability, from the mountains to the sea and everywhere in between.  www.sector9.com

About Hope Road Merchandising, LLC: Hope Road Merchandising, LLC, a wholly owned Marley family entity, owns, licenses and markets a portfolio of Marley consumer brands globally, including: Marley Coffee®, House of Marley®, Marley Beverage Co®, Marley Natural®, and Bob Marley®.  Join us on https://www.facebook.com/BobMarley, or follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/bobmarley or experience with us on http://www.bobmarley.com.

HOUSE OF BRITISH CERAMIC TILE EXPANDS OFFERING OF LUXURY WALL & FLOOR TILES DEBUT OF LAURA ASHLEY, NEW COLLECTIONS FROM TED BAKER, BRITISH CERAMIC TILE & MORE UNVEILED AT COVERINGS

London, England - Collaborating with some of the UK’s most iconic British designers including Ted Baker, Laura Ashley, Conran, and the V&A Museum, The House of British Ceramic Tile, UK’s leading manufacturer of ceramic and glass tiles spanning the last 100 years, is expanding its North America product lines.  The company will launch Laura Ashley wall and floor tiles for the first time in North America, as well as unveil new 2017 collections for Ted Baker and British Ceramic Tile at Coverings Orlando (April 4-7, 2017; booth 3473).  

Making its debut in America and Canada after being available to the U.K. since 2002, the quintessentially British Laura Ashley collection will feature the popular designs from collaboration with the fashion house.  The 2017 line includes a timeless range of wall and floor tiles featuring iconic Laura Ashley prints.

The company will also be unveiling new designs for the exclusive, premium wall and floor tile collection for the fashion-forward and global lifestyle brandTed Baker, which launched in the U.S. in the fall of 2016. The new line reflects three of the designer’s new signature prints for the year ahead, including the eye-catching Paradise tile, classic Geo tile, and the unique markings of the Partridge tile.

Changing the face of tiles with trends and design driving forward every new collection, the British Ceramic Tile collection will launch the company’s 2017 new range of ceramic tiles including, Textile, Gravity, Luxury Whites, Indulgent, Luna, Zeus, and Terrazzo, which features innovative textured tiles, light reflective qualities, discreet patterns and luster finishes.  British Ceramic Tile is also leading the industry when it comes to glass design. Delivering an unrivalled depth of colour together with light enhancing properties, the glass lines are made from the finest quality English glass.

Head of global sales at British Ceramic Tile, Heidi Normanton, explains: “Coverings is a highlight within our event calendar and a valuable opportunity to engage with our growing US and Canada customer base at a key time within their buying process. Our focus is on inspiring new and existing retail partners with our diverse, style-led collections, which epitomizes the very best of British design and manufacturing.”

Claire O’Brien Head of design adds: “Design is very much at the heart of everything we do as a business, making us a true design leader within tiles. This year is set to be no different as we launch cutting-edge new collections inspired by the latest trends in fashion and interiors to excite and delight the North American market.”

The British Ceramic Tile Coverings booth will be protected by Sentry Guards. All the way from the UK, the guards will be standing to attention throughout the show and provide a unique photo opportunity for customers.

About British Ceramic Tile

British Ceramic Tile is one of the UK’s leading ceramic and glass tile manufacturers. With a history of manufacturing ceramics in the UK for over 100 years, British Ceramic Tile has a long established heritage of producing quality wall and floor tiles. From its world-class factory in Devon, England, the company supplies to independent tile retailers, DIY retailers, housebuilders and specifiers, both nationally and overseas. Keeping market trends and design at the heart of each collection, the company offers ceramic and porcelain through to glass, natural stone and decorative products and also collaborates with some of the UK’s most iconic British designers including Ted Baker, Laura Ashley, Conran and the V&A Museum.  Please visit www.britishceramictile.com

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SECTOR 9 SKATEBOARDS WELCOMES PROFESSIONAL SURFER TIA BLANCO TO ITS TEAM OF ATHLETES

San Diego, CA (March 16, 2017) - Sector 9 Skateboard Company, preeminent global provider of skateboards, is pleased to announce the addition of World Surf League (WSL) competitor Tia Blanco to the company’s team of professional athletes.

“I am beyond excited and honored to now be part of this amazing skate family,” says Blanco. “The crew at Sector 9 has been incredibly welcoming and genuine, and I can’t wait to see what the future holds for us as a team! I am so grateful for the support I now have from Sector 9 and am looking forward to skating all over the world.”

Born in Puerto Rico, Blanco spent her early years living in Hawaii, and now calls Southern California home.  The combination of time spent in these ideal surf locations and traveling the world has allowed her to develop a smooth and powerful surfing style, which has resulted in Blanco being a two-time gold medal winner of the International Surfing Association’s Open Women’s division and becoming a current member of the World Qualifying Series Tour.

“Tia is a great fit for our brand,” says Bob Tanner, Sector 9 Director of Global Marketing. “Her style, both in and out of the water, is world-class and her commitment to an active, healthy lifestyle makes her a role model for many. Surfers aren’t always able to make the transition onto a skateboard, but Tia does it with comfort, grace and ease.”

Tanner adds, “The extra bonus for us is that in addition to being a stellar ambassador for the skate/surf lifestyle, she truly personifies Sector 9’s 2017 Good Vibes Roll campaign.”

Known for its premium skateboards and related apparel, protective gear, accessories and hardware, Sector 9 is proud to be one of just a few American skateboard manufacturers.  Products include boards, wheels, apparel and protective gear under the Sector 9 label and trucks under the Gullwing brand.

ABOUT SECTOR 9: Founded in La Jolla, CA in 1993, Sector 9 has developed into an all-encompassing skate and surf brand with a focus on cutting-edge technology and strong design. The majority of Sector 9’s boards are crafted in its San Diego manufacturing facility, making it one of the few American-made board brands in operation today.

BILL DOLBY OF VILLA REAL ESTATE LISTS WARREN BUFFETT’S EMERALD BAY HOME FOR $11 MILLION

Six-Bedroom Luxury Residence on Market for First Time in 50 Years

Laguna Beach, CA, February 17, 2017 – Warren Buffett, the legendary “Oracle of Omaha”, has listed 27 Emerald Bay in Laguna Beach, California, with Bill Dolby of Villa Real Estate for $11 million. Buffett purchased the six bedroom, seven bath home with ocean views in 1971 for $150,000 and has used the property for family vacations over the past 46 years.

Built in 1936 and renovated by the Buffett family, the 3,588 square foot home is ideally located just steps to the sand near the south point of this exclusive enclave. Five of the bedrooms have en suite bathrooms, and two of the bedrooms have their own entrances, ideal for visiting guests.

A spacious family room with an oversized ocean viewing deck is separated from the main home, offering privacy and the ability to have activity away from the main part of the home’s living areas. Featuring an abundance of parking, the property has a two-car garage and a separate one-car garage with an adjacent apron for off-street parking.

“We have many cherished family memories of summer vacations and holiday weekends spent at our Emerald Bay home,” said Susie Buffett, daughter of Warren Buffett. “Three generations of our family have enjoyed beach days and vacations in Emerald Bay. It is a one of the most beautiful beaches on the west coast, and a very special community.”

For more information on 27 Emerald Bay, please visit villarealestate.com or call Dolby for a private showing at (949) 584-1874. Dolby is an Emerald Bay native and third generation Laguna Beach real estate agent.

About Villa Real Estate

Established in 2013, Villa Real Estate is Orange County’s leading luxury real estate team specializing in the region’s coastal communities.  The firm has 150 agents and four offices with locations in Laguna Beach, the Balboa Peninsula, Corona del Mar, and the company’s headquarters in Newport Beach. For more information, visit www.villarealestate.com.

CELEBRITY TRAINER MIKE DONAVANIK LAUNCHES MIKEDFITNESSTV

Streaming Workout Video Subscription is $7.99 a Month

Los Angeles, CA -- For $7.99 a month after a 30 day free trial, Mike Donavanik, celebrity fitness trainer and Xtreme Burn DVD creator, has just launchedMIKEDFITNESSTV, a new streaming fitness option offering members over 130+ workouts and exclusive workouts added every month.

Known for his high energy, fun personality, and approachable workout style, members will always find something new and challenging.  MIKEDFITNESSTV allows members to access the entire workout video library all in one place, organized, and  categorized to help members find the workouts they want instantly.   

Users can choose Mike’s famous DVDs, workouts by length such as 10 minute workouts, by body weight, kettlebells, cardio and step benches, or focus on specific parts of the body such as abs and core.

Making it easy for users to get workouts where and when they want it, MIKEDFITNESSTV can stream to an AppleTV, Roku, Fire TV, Chromecast, Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod, laptop or desktop.

Embodying the workout site’s motto “Work hard. Have fun. Do good.” MIKEDFITNESSTV members are also doing good because each month a portion of membership fees will help provide meals to those in need through Feeding America.

“I wanted to create MIKEDFITNESSTV because the industry is constantly evolving. The market is saturated with free workouts, but professionally produced high quality workouts are still something that’s hard to come by. MDTV allows me to release DVD length and DVD quality content every single month,” says Mike.  He adds,  “I also wanted to create a site that allows my fans a one stop shop for all my workouts...you can find everything old and new on the site, and new content is added weekly. I also wanted to keep the price point low enough so that anyone can join and not feel like they’re breaking the bank -- it’s about the price of one or two trips to Starbucks.”

ABOUT MIKE DONAVANIK

Celebrity Trainer. Fitness Enthusiast. Caffeine Junkie. Sneakerhead. Foodie. Not necessarily in the order.

Mike Donavanik is a Los Angeles-based personal trainer whose clients include celebrities, producers, executives, everyday people and even a couple of Hollywood’s top trainers. Providing attention to detail that’s second to none, Mike’s dynamic approach, sense of humor, and high energy only add to the experience his clients and fans have come to love.

As a respected fitness expert and personal trainer, Mike was named one of the West Coast Fitness Gurus to watch by the Los Angeles Times.  He has also been featured and profiled in Town & Country, Shape, Fitness, Self, Ok!, Us, Star, Women’s Health, Details, Refinery29, PopSugar, the Huffington Post, Oprah.com and a number of other online, national, and international publications. His television appearances include programs on ABC, NBC, CBS, Live Well, and Bravo.

Mike has also brought his innovative training methods to group fitness. He teaches and has developed classes for Crunch, Equinox, Barry’s Bootcamp, and the Sony Studios Athletic Club, among others. He also has licensing deals in place that allow fitness centers and gym-goers around the world to have access to his workouts, including 24 Hour Fitness, YMCA, Snap Fitness, Hyatt Regency and many more.  

His dedication and pursuit to communicate only the most credible and effective fitness information have resulted in speaking engagements and corporate classes for such organizations as The Los Angeles Times, Wells Fargo, Bloomingdales, JustFab, Fabletics, SELF Magazine, Crunch Fitness and Centerfield Media. He has also collaborated and produced content for Shape, Women’s Health, Meredith, Rodale and Lionsgate Entertainment.

Mike’s workout DVD series, Xtreme Burn, has been a top seller on Amazon and has been picked up for syndication throughout several countries in Asia. Mike also delivers the same fun and effective workouts through his YouTube channel, releasing a brand new video, every single week. With a social media following that is constantly growing, Mike has garnered over 60k+ fans with nearly 100 million video views.

Mike is certified by the National Strength and Conditioning Association as a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and is a graduate of California State University Fullerton, with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. He also holds the National Academy of Sports Medicine’s CPT and PES certifications.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikedfitness/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikedfitness

Twitter: https://twitter.com/mikedonavanik

You Tube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mikedfitness

MARK GONZALES JOINS THE PRO-TEC SKATE TEAM

San Clemente, CA - Pro-Tec is proud to announce the addition of Legendary skateboarder Mark Gonzales to the team. Mark has been attributed as the leader and forefather of modern skateboarding and continues to push the limits in style and creativity both on and off his board. He will be adding his personal touch to a signature helmet for release in 2017.

"Wearing a helmet is a smart choice, wearing a Full-Tec is my style choice." - Mark Gonzales

“Adding Mark to the Pro-Tec team seems like a perfect fit with the already iconic riders. We're really looking forward to working with him on a signature helmet. Adding Gonz art to our Full Cut is a perfect combination of authenticity and cool.” - R.P. Bess Pro-Tec Global Brand Director

Mark adds to the team of iconic athletes and rising stars. He joins fellow legends Steve Caballero, Christian Hosoi, Jason Jessee, Bucky Lasek Rune Glifberg and rising stars Jimmy Wilkins, Sam Beckett, Alex Perelson, Lizzie Armanto, Josh Borden, Allysha Le and more.

ABOUT MARK GONZALES: Mark Gonzales or “The Gonz” is in a world all his own, and he’s been there for the past thirty years. Either you follow and get it, or you don’t. Your choice doesn’t matter much to him, and you never know where you’re going to see The Gonz next. Trying to anticipate, or even keep up with his next move is next to impossible. Mark may be creating artwork in Paris, visiting friends back home in California, or skating down the street from his apartment in NYC. Mark’s influence in skateboarding is unparalleled. There is no comparison. He was inventing tricks in the late 80’s on handrails before most skaters were figuring out how to ollie up curbs. Mark’s innovation continues to be the backbone of skateboarding, and his artwork is showcased and associated with leading brands on a global scale. 18 years on adidas and a lifetime’s contribution to skateboarding. You can’t escape The Gonz, so just sit back, appreciate his genius, and let the influence continue for another 30 years.

ABOUT PRO-TEC: Founded in 1973, Pro-Tec is the original action sports protective gear brand, featuring the market’s most recognizable style of helmets. Today Pro-Tec delivers the very best in modern protective equipment with a broad range of impact technology options for a variety of action sports. www.protecbrand.com

BRAVO SPORTS CORP. EXPANDS SPECIALTY DIVISION WITH THE ACQUISITION OF NUTCASE HELMETS

Santa Fe Springs, CA (October 20, 2016) — Bravo Sports Corp., a portfolio company of Transom Capital Group and global leader in the recreational and sporting goods markets, announces the acquisition of Nutcase Inc., the Portland-based brand known for colorful eye-catching helmets designed for the urban cycling revolution. 

“Protection is one of our key areas of growth” says Leonardo Pais, CEO of Bravo Sports. “We have been focused on expanding Bravo Sports’ specialty division, and are proud to be able to offer Nutcase as a bicycle helmet for riders of all ages worldwide.”

Founded in 2006 as the brainchild of Michael Morrow, a former Nike creative director, Nutcase was conceived on the belief that a helmet should be an extension of one’s personality.  With the goal of making helmets that offer a creative and stylish way for riders to express their individuality, Nutcase quickly resonated with adults and kids alike, inspiring bike riders to want to wear helmets.

“Now is the perfect time for the next growth phase of the Nutcase brand,” Michael Morrow, Nutcase Founder and President. “This merger will allow our product design, brand marketing, and sales organizations around the world to continue to innovate in the bicycle helmet market, with an emphasis on integrating creativity and technology to meet the safety needs and lifestyle aspirations of riders worldwide.”

“Bravo Sports is the undisputed leader of the skate market” says Russ Roenick, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Transom Capital.  “The brand recognition and excellent distribution of Nutcase will be a great asset in expanding our sports lifestyle division.”

Nutcase will continue to be based in Portland, Oregon, America’s Bike Capital.

ABOUT NUTCASE HELMETS: Helmets used to be boring. Nutcase was founded in 2006 to change all of that. The company makes protective helmets for riders of all ages that fit your head and suit your soul.    www.nutcasehelmets.com 

ABOUT BRAVO SPORTS: Bravo Sports, has a stable of market-leading brands, including: Pro-Tec™, Sector 9™, Kryptonics™, Nutcase Helmets, Gullwing™, Rad Wheels™, 

LAURA ASHLEY TO LAUNCH QUILTING AND CRAFT FABRIC COLLECTION WITH CAMELOT

LAURA ASHLEY TO LAUNCH QUILTING AND CRAFT FABRIC COLLECTION WITH CAMELOT

Fort Mill, SC –Laura Ashley is pleased to announce a partnership with Camelot Fabrics, a company best known for delighting crafters, quilters and sewers with an eclectic fabric range of 100% cotton prints.

Laura Ashley, beloved for its romantic, English-inspired home furnishings and fashion collections, will collaborate with Camelot to launch a new quilting and craft fabric collection to launch at specialty stores in spring 2017.

“It is exciting to be aligned with a company like Laura Ashley,” said Camelot’s Owner Steve Haupt. “The brand’s classic designs translate so beautifully into fabric.”

“Laura Ashley is recognized the world over for fashion and home furnishings rich with pattern, texture and colour,” said Laura Ashley President Penne Cairoli. “We are excited to offer our loyal customers another reason to choose Laura Ashley and to broaden our reach among craft and sewing enthusiasts.”

About Camelot:

Camelot Fabrics™, is a rapidly growing design-house, converter and wholesaler of textiles based in Montreal, Canada.  Specializing in materials for the modern maker, Camelot Fabrics carries a wide variety of products that cater to the ever-growing sewing and crafting industries.  The company’s look is informed by an international aesthetic which ranges from Southern charm to European chic, thanks to a close eye on contemporary styles in home décor & fashion and the work of talented designers around the world. For more information, visit www.camelotfabrics.com

About Laura Ashley, Inc.:

Laura Ashley, Inc., headquartered in Fort Mill, S.C., focuses on licensing the Laura Ashley® brand name in North and South America. Established in London in 1953, Laura Ashley is one of the world’s best-loved fashion and home furnishings brands. Currently, Laura Ashley has more than 30 licensed product lines in North and South America, ranging from women’s fashion and accessories and children’s apparel and a variety of home furnishings and accessories including bed linen, ready-made curtains and mattresses. For additional information, visit www.lauraashleyusa.com.

FRILLS AND FINISHING TOUCHES FOR LAURA ASHLEY LITTLE ONES

Laura Ashley and Stepping Stones Introduce New Licensing Partnership

Fort Mill, S.C – Laura Ashley’s smallest customers are about to have more accessories to don. Thanks to a recent licensing partnership between Stepping Stones and Laura Ashley, fall of 2016 will bring a new collection of hair accessories, hosiery and cold weather accessories in sizes newborn-6X to department and specialty stores. In addition, children’s rainwear is planned for spring 2017 launch.

“We are delighted to offer a new generation of customers more options for head-to-toe dressing. Our new accessories and hosiery collection with Stepping Stones gives moms another reason to choose Laura Ashley,” says Laura Ashley President Penne Cairoli.

The collection includes headbands, hair clips and hair ties. Delicate head wraps, hair barrettes and hair elastics inspired by the quintessentially English lifestyle to add charm to little outfits. Novelty caps for infants are beautifully crafted and memorable. Tights, socks or booty socks (both basic and novelty) are part of the collection to coordinate with classic Laura Ashley infant and girls dresses. 

“This is a natural partnership for us,” says Stepping Stones President Jack Mehani. “We’re excited to be under the Laura Ashley fashion umbrella and look forward to the success of this collection.”

About Laura Ashley, Inc.:

Established in London in 1953, Laura Ashley is one of the world’s best-loved fashion and home furnishings brands. Laura Ashley, Inc., headquartered in Fort Mill, S.C., focuses on licensing the Laura Ashley® brand name in North and South America. Currently, Laura Ashley has more than 30 licensed product lines in North and South America, ranging from women’s fashion and accessories and children’s apparel and a variety of home furnishings and accessories including bed linen, ready-made curtains and mattresses. For additional information, visit www.lauraashleyusa.com.

LAURA ASHLEY EXPANDS ITS SIGNATURE GARDEN COLLECTION IN ORCHARD SUPPLY

LAURA ASHLEY EXPANDS ITS SIGNATURE GARDEN COLLECTION IN ORCHARD SUPPLY

Fort Mill, SC -- Laura Ashley has partnered with America’s neighborhood hardware and garden store, Orchard Supply Hardware, to bring a fashionable new collection of garden tools and accessories to today’s garden enthusiast.

Laura Ashley, one of the world’s leading brands in fashion and home furnishings is expanding its outdoor range into Orchard Supply stores with an exclusive collection of colorful and innovative products including gloves, garden shoes, aprons, kneeling cushions and more. “We are excited to offer our customers the Laura Ashley garden collection” said Traci Smith, Vice President of Merchandising & Global Sourcing of Orchard Supply. “We strive to give our customers something new and different each time they visit our stores, and we’re certain they will appreciate these beautifully crafted pieces.”

The brand’s iconic designs transform traditional garden shoes, gloves and aprons into stylish essentials, while kneelers, tool bags and baskets are both fashionable and functional. The beautifully packaged boxed tool set is a perfect gift for friends and loved ones.

For over 63 years, the brand has captured the essence of the English lifestyle with distinctly designed, quality products. “The two collections for Orchard include a bold red Cressida print and a more subtle green & cream Kimono print,” said Penne Cairoli, Laura Ashley, Inc. President. “Both are classic Laura Ashley prints refreshed in contemporary colour palettes to appeal to generations of customers.”

Both the Cressida and Kimono collections are available in store now and online at www.osh.com.