Halsea For M-Edge Kindle Jackets Debuts + in 944

The new, super cute Halsea for M-Edge Kindle Jacket is now available to the public! Go to Halsea http://www.halsea.com/kindles.html or M-Edge www.buymedge.com to get yours now!



Thanks 944 for showcasing the Kindle Cover in your "Prep's Cool" article!

More about the Halsea for M-Edge Kindle Jacket...

AMAZON KINDLE GOES BEACH-CHIC WITH NEW ‘HALSEA FOR M-EDGE’ JACKETS


M-Edge announces partnership with Halsea, bringing a selection of beach-inspired patterns to its hit line of Kindle jackets

ODENTON, Md., (BUSINESS WIRE) – M-Edge Accessories – the leading provider of accessories for eReaders – announced today a new partnership with California-based accessories designer Sally Bartz of Halsea, a beach-chic travel bag and accessories company. M-Edge is launching a new, high-end line of protective Kindle covers featuring Halsea’s colorful beach-inspired fabrics and designs.

The Halsea for M-Edge Kindle jackets retail for $69.99, but are currently on sale for $59.99 for a limited time. The jackets are available in two patterns: Little Harbor, a classic lattice print with a bamboo twist in Kelp Green, Coffee Brown, and Navy Blue; and Boat Canyon, a charming pattern of crabs climbing on tangled rope available in Ocean Teal and Bonfire Brown. The Halsea for M-Edge covers will protect Kindle from damage while the colorful ocean-inspired patterns lend a beach-y tone to the beautifully constructed styles.

For M-Edge, the partnership was borne of the desire to diversify their standard line of protective leather Kindle covers into different materials and patterns. To that end, M-Edge CEO Patrick Mish looked no further than his own home for inspiration. His wife, a big fan of Halsea’s beach-inspired line of luxe luggage and stylish accessories, knew the prints would appeal to the sophisticated tastes of Kindlers.

“The Halsea for M-Edge jackets are guaranteed to make a splash in the Kindle accessories market,” says M-Edge CEO Patrick Mish. “With the Halsea for M-Edge jackets, we are proving our commitment to provide Kindle users with trendsetting, fashion-forward designs to outfit their devices. Halsea’s casual luxury mixed with the functionality of each of Sally’s designs is right in tune with the needs of the Kindle and M-Edge consumer, and we are thrilled with the results of our collaboration.”

For Halsea designer Sally Bartz, adding the Halsea for M-Edge Kindle jacket adds a new dimension to her line of travel bags and accessories, which features several styles in patterns and colors that mix and match.

“Having spent a lifetime at the beach, I know the first thing I throw into my beach bag or take on vacation is a great book. The partnership with M-Edge to design a cover for the increasingly popular Kindle is an organic extension of my current line and has given me an opportunity to bring the easy sophistication of Halsea to a cutting-edge industry,” says Bartz. “There are so many Kindlers who use their devices as a leisure activity or a vacation accessory and they deserve to transfer some of that ‘vacation style’ to outfitting their device.”

Timeless and brilliantly functional, every Halsea for M-Edge Kindle jacket is constructed of a laminated canvas with finishing touches of leather on the exterior, and a front flap that closes securely as well as folds back for easy reading via a hidden magnetic closure. The jacket’s interior is made of lush brown synthetic microsuede and includes a side pocket for storage of papers as well as a smaller business card pocket and pen loop. Kindle is held in place via a sturdy four-point mounting system made of soft brown leather. The jacket is also compatible with M-Edge’s innovative e-Luminator2 booklight, for use when reading in low-light environments.

About M-Edge Accessories, LLC
Founded in 2006 as an answer to the growing market for eReader accessories, M-Edge Accessories is a privately-held company headquartered in Odenton, Maryland. Over the past three years, M-Edge's product line has grown to include several lines of jackets for the most popular eBook devices on the market, including Amazon Kindle, Sony Reader, iRex DR1000, and Bookeen Cybook. M-Edge strives to continually develop inventive and stylish products to enhance the eReading experience all while providing superior customer service. The company has seen its jackets featured in O, The Oprah Magazine and People, among others, and continues to lead the market in cutting edge eReader accessories.

About Halsea
After more than a decade spent designing accessories for surf apparel giants such as Roxy, Volcom, and Paul Frank, Sally Bartz created Halsea in 2004 for women who embrace laid-back luxury and travel in style. The California 1970’s inspired line offers a wide selection of travel bags and essentials from roller duffels and suitcases to totes, cosmetic bags and clutch wallets available in each of Halsea’s four coordinating colorful, beach-inspired prints. Halsea’s travel bags and accessories have been spotted on TV from “How I Met Your Mother” to “Today” and “Good Morning America,” in magazines such as Coastal Living, Real Simple, Elle Accessories and many others, as well as on the arm of gals-on-the-go from Coast to Coast. Halsea also has celebrity fans including Jenna Fisher, Alison Sweeney, Vanessa Hudgens, among others. The complete Halsea collection is currently available to view and to purchase on the web at http://www.halsea.com/.

Amazon and Kindle are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Halsea for M-Edge and M-Edge e-Luminator are trademarks of M-Edge Accessories, LLC. All other brands and products referenced herein are acknowledged to be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

SOURCE: M-Edge Accessories, LLC M-Edge Accessories, LLC Devon MishVice President, Public Relations & Marketing714.322.3097devonmish@buymedge.com For Halsea:Lauren Townsend/Allison OlmsteadTownsend Olmstead Media Co.lauren@tomediaco.com/allison@tomediaco.com949.722.8488http://www.tomediaco.com/

Meet the Newest Member of our Team...ALICIA TOWNSEND

Formerly our intern extraordinaire, Alicia Townsend now rejoins the TO Media Co. team as an Event Specialist, focused on creating media events and celebrations that bring the lifestyle brands and products represented by TO Media to life. Alicia is a creative and savvy event coordinator, who specializes in event celebrations of all kinds with experience planning and executing weddings, personal celebrations, and corporate functions throughout California.

Alicia has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from St. Mary’s College of California. Through her creativity, professionalism and attention to detail, Alicia has created lasting relationships with her clients while achieving their visions. Alicia’s passion for style and design translates into her event planning as she draws inspiration from legends such as Coco Chanel and Dolce & Gabana as well as cutting-edge contemporary designers and visionaries including Abigail Lorick, Philip Lim and Christian Loubitan.
They grow up so fast, I tell you...
WELCOME ALICIA!!
L&A


The Barefoot Marathon Runner- Casey Cochran of the Green Guide Marathon


These are Casey Cochran's feet.
Casey, the founder of the Green Guide Network, just told us that he is planning to run the Santa Barbara Marathon barefoot to raise money for kids who need shoes. Yes - Barefoot for all 26 miles! Crazy, amazing and noble. Gotta love the guy!
Over the next two months we will fill you in on all the details including the "how to donate" information.

Natalie Umbert + Romantic Homes Photo Shoot




Romantic Homes magazine was looking for houses for their COLOR issue. Natalie Umbert's home was so perfect for the story we had to pitch it! Editorial Director Jacqueline deMontravel, who had the one the cutest pair of shoes that I have seen lately, did an amazing job. I can't wait to see her home in print! Look for it on news stands in March.
Enjoy the snapshots I took of Natalie's place and the very grainy (Sorry!) photo of the two New Yorkers -Jacqueline and Natalie.




Bravo Sports Hits the Beach!!!

Congratulations to Tony, Barbara and the rest of the Bravo Sports team on this exciting new venture!! We love the new product (and so do our dermatologists!!)! Can't wait to hit the beach with you!!
BRAVO SPORTS ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH SEABREEZE PRODUCTS

Sporting Goods Leader Adds Seabreeze Products’ Beach Pockets® and
Beach Pockets® Umbrella to Its Expanding Outdoor Recreation Catalog






Santa Fe Springs, CA – September 22, 2009 -- Bravo Sports, a global leader in the outdoor recreation and sporting goods markets is proud to announce its exclusive partnership with Seabreeze Products. Effective immediately, Bravo Sports will manufacture and distribute Beach Pockets® and the Beach Pockets® Umbrella, Seabreeze Products’ most innovative and top-selling products.

In an exclusive licensing deal brokered between Bravo Sports CEO Tony Armand and Seabreeze Products founder and CEO, Barbara Bigford, Bravo Sports has licensed the patents and obtained the rights to manufacture and distribute Beach Pockets® and the Beach Pockets Umbrella® worldwide. This partnership marks Bravo Sports’ first foray into the beach equipment and accessories market as well as the culmination of nearly a decade of milestones for Seabreeze Products.

Says Armand, “Beach Pockets® and the Beach Pockets Umbrella® are high-quality products that integrate seamlessly into our expanding line of outdoor recreation necessities which already includes many consumer favorite brands such as Quik Shade, Moto Shade, Shade Tech, Quik Shade Décor, and Quik Chair. This partnership provides an incredible entrée into the beach equipment market as well as the opportunity to grow the Beach Pockets® brand through our extensive network of retailers. We look forward to working with Barbara to continue to fulfill her vision for the brand and build on her incredible success.”

"I am delighted with our association with Bravo,” adds Bigford. “Our major product, ‘Beach Pockets®,’ has become a standard for beach umbrellas nationwide by providing protection not only from the sun but also from the dangers of wind-blown umbrellas. The addition of the Seabreeze product line to Bravo’s catalog, with their world-wide distribution channels, will provide an excellent growth opportunity for both companies."

An easy to use product to stop your umbrella from blowing away, Beach Pockets® and the Beach Pockets® Umbrella were created by medical professional, artist and mother of three turned entrepreneur, Barbara Bigford. Patented by Bigford in 2002, Beach Pockets® are designed with three lightweight, collapsible pockets which attach to the umbrella pole via a bracket and retention screw. Just attach Beach Pockets® to the pole, fill the three pockets with sand and then pour the sand back out when you are ready to leave and you’ll never be chasing your umbrella down the beach again!

The Beach Pockets® Umbrella - dubbed “The Million Dollar Umbrella” by Marketwatch - comes with the coordinating Beach Pockets® and features skin-smart fabric that is SPF 50 or SPF 35. Currently available in 7 colors and styles with more options to come, Beach Pockets® can also be attached to the top of the umbrella to hold and protect personal items. Beach Pockets® retail for $19.95 and the Beach Pockets® Umbrella is available for $29.95 - $69.95 depending on fabric and design.

ABOUT SEABREEZE PRODUCTS, INC.
Seabreeze Products, Inc. an emerging manufacturer and distributor of its patented product, Beach Pockets®, has been in business since late 2002, although December 31, 2004 marked its first full year of operations. Over the last two years Seabreeze Products, Inc has grown over 400%. With exponential growth and media exposure including The Beach Pockets® Umbrella being named as the Best Summer Gadget on The View with Barbara Walters, a feature story on The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch, presentations on QVC, Celebrity Gift to the 2008 Golden Globes and countless newspaper articles around the country, Seabreeze Products, Inc is a real success story.
http://www.beachpockets.com/


ABOUT BRAVO SPORTS
Bravo Sports, headquartered in Santa Fe Springs, California, is a global leader in the recreational and sporting goods markets. With offices, factories and warehouses in the United States, Italy, Thailand and China, the Company’s operations truly span the globe. Since 1965, Bravo has provided the highest quality and most innovative products to sports and outdoor enthusiasts worldwide. With a stable of market-leading brands including Pulse™, Quik Shade™, Moto Shade™, Airzone™, Tony Hawk™, World Industries™, Kryptonics™, Hyper™ and Variflex™ to go along with industry leading licenses with outstanding partners like Nickelodeon, Mattel and Disney, Bravo consistently seeks to exceed the expectations of its consumers and customers alike. At Bravo, the goal is simple – to create simply the best products for price in the world.
http://www.bravosportscorp.com/

Green Guide Network Interviews Mike Einziger of Incubus

Casey Cochran founder of the Green Guide Network just posted an interview with Mike Einziger of Incubus.

Below is a small portion from the interview. To read the full article, click here: http://www.greenguidenetwork.com/interview-detail/Interview-with-Mike-Einziger-of--Incubus-23/

Sep 17 09

Interview with Mike Einziger of Incubus

The California-based, five-piece Incubus, well-known for hit singles that include "Pardon Me," "Drive," "Nice to Know You," and "Wish You Were Here" has been touring this summer to promote their latest compilation "Monuments and Melodies" released June 16. The two-CD set features previously released singles as well as a collection of rarities, B-sides and never released tracks.

I recently had the opportunity to speak with the group's guitarist Mike Einziger at the Outside Lands Music Festival in San Francisco. He spoke candidly about his thoughts on the environment, the group's non-profit The Make Yourself Foundation (MYF), as well as his experiences as a student at Harvard University where he's currently enrolled.

GGN: Since Incubus launched the Make Yourself Foundation (MYF) in 2003 as a non-profit organization, you've raised more than $1.2 million to date and funded a variety of worthwhile causes including Surfrider Foundation, Heal the Bay, Save the Music and Operation Smile, how often do you guys actually link up and talk about which causes to fund?

Mike: We usually talk about which causes to fund when we're on the road touring. It's pretty open, everyone makes suggestions and if someone hears about an organization that could possibly benefit from MYF then we check it out. We don't really have a set schedule for talking about these things.

www.greenguidenetwork.com


GREEN GUIDE NETWORK EXPANDS ULTRA-LOCAL GREEN RESOURCE GUIDE NATIONWIDE

Additional Markets Slated for 2010 + Green Job Board Launching Sept. 15

Laguna Beach, CA – Sept 14, 2009 -- What began in 2006 as the OC Green Guide, an insiders guide to everything “green” in Orange County, CA, has now taken root as a full-scale, ultra-local Green Guide Network nationwide. Providing expanded information on green living and local eco-friendly resources, the site has just launched directories for Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Dallas, Chicago, New York, Dallas, Seattle, Portland, Boston, Chicago, Denver, New York and Miami. www.greenguidenetwork.com

The Green Guide Network will also launch the Green Job Board September 15 with plans to expand into no fewer than 10 additional markets in 2010. Already a daily destination for those committed to green living, the Green Guide Network aims to be a thriving online community that can sponsor and support green initiatives worldwide.

“I created the Green Guide Network because I wanted to keep all of my own “green” resources—where to eat, shop, stay in touch with eco-events and news—in one place,” says creator and CEO Casey Cochran. “Then friends and family started contributing their listings. We now have thousands of listings in various cities, all personally recommended.”

Says advisory board member, Mark Christy, "With the increasing scope of services and planned expansion into new geographic regions, Green Guide continues to lead the charge in their commitment to showing each of us how to make this world a better place. I’m grateful to be affiliated with this incredible group of forward thinking entrepreneurs and am confident that this expansion will ultimately yield the “Go To” online resource for like-minded individuals across the Country."

ABOUT THE GREEN GUIDE NETWORK
The Green Guide Network’s grassroots, ultra-local perspective provides specific, up-to-the-minute info on the latest green initiatives, people, products and organizations in each city, including: Environmental Organizations & Events; Local Farmers Markets & Natural Foods Restaurants; Outdoor Sports & Activities; Recycling Centers; Natural Health; Fitness & Body Care; Transportation; Kids, Pets & Family; and Green Homes & Gardens.

The Green Guide Network is an all-inclusive resource and online experience for people looking for honest information about eco-friendly products and services in their local area, as well as information on how to live a greener life including: Daily news briefs on eco-focused businesses; Living green tips; Direct links to many green and health-oriented businesses;A live forum to chat freely with the GGN community; FREE weekly paperless newsletter and the upcoming addition of a nationwide Green Job Board.

ABOUT CASEY COCHRAN/CEO, GREEN GUIDE NETWORK
The Green Guide Network, which originally began as the OC Green Guide in 2006, was created by CEO Casey Cochran. The goal of the Network is to create an ultra-local tool that can spark green living awareness at a very local, grassroots level and help change the mindset of people by making eco-friendly living easy to do.

As one who practices what he preaches, Casey is often turned to as a green expert by the media with features in Orange Coast magazine, Greer’s OC and the Orange County Register.

The Green Guide Network is also guided by an Advisory Board that include such leaders in the green community as Historical preservationist and owner of Hobie Sports Mark Christy, Mary Scott co-author of Companies with a Conscience, entrepreneur and eco-developer Shaheen Sadeghi, CEO of FirmGreen Energy, Steve Wilburn, and CSUF Professor Pamela Steinle among others.

Orange, Orange Orange!

Who doesn't love orange these days? I have always wanted to be brave enough to paint a room (or a least a wall) a dirty but still cheerful orange.

Always on trend, Heather Clawson of Habitually Chic recently posted two stories about using orange - http://habituallychic.blogspot.com/2009/08/orange-you-glad-its-friday.html and http://habituallychic.blogspot.com/2009/08/more-orange.html.

For a local twist, Orange County interior designer, Natalie Umbert of atelier-natalie umbert was just featured in Riviera Interiors magazine in her fabulous orange living room.

Natalie also has a store on Pacific Coast Highway in the beach-chic town of Corona del Mar, which she doubles as a think tank and showroom for her fresh eye, her talent and her latest whims.



Ride the Last Waves of Summer...


Looking for a reason to give surfing a try? A custom Halsea surf board might be the perfect motivation to jump in! Riding the waves in style, lying on the beach or on display in your home, these custom boards are beautiful wet or dry.


Thanks to one of our favorite writers Sarah Newell for this fantastic post on Cookie's Nesting Blog (a great source for design inspiration for the big and little people in your home) about the lastest must-have from Halsea designer Sally Bartz - custom Halsea Surfboards!!




Aloha for now...

And Baby Makes 4...


Not only is the beautiful and talented Alison Sweeney's gorgeous family featured in the latest edition of People Magazine (Aug. 31 issue), but her darling daughter, Megan Hope looks pretty in pink wrapped in her monogrammed Pixie Dust Decor blanket for her completely adorable baby announcement photo!

Check out Miss Megan along with more of 2009's most beautiful celebrity babies and families in People Magazine on stands now!
Visit Pixie Dust Decor.com to view their complete collection - www.pixiedustdecor.com

Holiday gifts from Bravo Sports -Featuring Favorite Characters

Skateboards, Skates, Personal Trampolines and More


“From Disney Fairies to iCarly to Tony Hawk, there is a skateboard for anyone who wants to ride this holiday,” says Bravo Sports Corp CEO Tony Armand. “Skateboarding has become an activity that kids and parents, boys and girls can all enjoy together. It’s great exercise and a fun way to get around the neighborhood.”

One of the world leaders in outdoor rolling fun and action sports products, the Entertainment Licensed skate and skateboard products made by Bravo Sports, retail from $15 to $40. Other hot holiday gifts from Bravo Sports include:

Disney Princesses


Disney Fairies



Disney Cars


iCarly


Toy Story

Bakugan



Camp Rock



Hannah Montana
High School Musical
Hannah Montana

For more information, pricing and hi-res photos, contact: TO Media Co. - Allison@tomediaco.com or Lauren@tomediaco.com

Retro-Extreme For Teens This Holiday

“Retro-inspired rides are the go-to gift for teens this holiday.” Says Tony Armand, CEO of Bravo Sports Corp. “But of course they need to be tweaked for extreme 21st century fun.”

To that end, Bravo Sports presents the all new Pulse Slither ($59.99) drift scooter which brings the fun of surfing, snowboarding and skiing into a street toy with its innovative three wheel technology. Also from Pulse, the 1970’s inspired classic scooter, the Pulse Kick N’ Go ($89.99-$119.99) has been updated with today’s technology for a ripping ride. Bravo Sports also offer a wide selection of skateboards, inline skates and scooters for every age and skill level ($14.99 to $99.99) all featuring extreme graphics and top performance trucks and wheels while the ramps and rails ($29.99 to $99.99) allow kids to try all kinds of tricks in their own front yard. www.bravosportscorp.com

Here are a few HOT holiday gift ideas for teens made by Bravo Sports Corp., one of the world leaders in outdoor rolling fun and action sports products:





Destined to become the latest craze in rolling fun – the ALL NEW Slither Drift Scooter $59.99



1080 Curved Rail $39.99


X Games Kinked Rail -- $59.99




Tony Hawk Birdhouse Skateboards -- Titanium $99.99



Kryptonics Rebel Skateboards -- $24.99



Satellite Skateboards – Wired -- $19.99

Kryptonics Kore Helmets -- $19.99




Kryptonics Launch Ramp -- $29.99-39.99




World Skateboards - PRO -- $79.99/AM -- $49.99-59.99



Variflex Lilly Skate -- $24.99


Variflex Atomic Skate -- $24.99



The Pulse Kick N’ Go Xcelerator in Red/Stinger Yellow -- $119.99

Bravo Sports Corp Easy On The Wallet Holiday Gift Guide

“Giving gifts that are fun, exciting and won’t end up in the back of the closet a week after the holidays does not have to mean you have to spend a lot of money,” says Tony Armand, CEO of Bravo Sports Corp. As one of the world leaders in outdoor rolling fun and action sports products, Bravo’s goal is simple – to create the best products for price in the world.

Here are some holiday gift ideas that won’t break the bank for kids of all ages:

Under $10

OP’s new line of skateboards will be sold at Wal-Mart and retail for $9.99. They will be in stores November.
$10-$25
The $14.99 Kryptonics Locker Board will be sold at Toys R Us. Teens love this skateboard because it is sized to fit in your locker at school.
The 28” Hot Wheels Skateboards $24.99
The new 2-1 Trainer Skates are great for beginners ($24.99). Available at Toys R Us in September, they come in the following themes: Cars and Disney Princesses
$25-$50
The $39.99 Tony Hawk Grom Series skateboards will be available starting in October.
SpongeBob 10th Anniversary skateboards will be sold at Toys R Us starting in October. $29.99

$50 and Up
The easy to ride, three-wheeled Bubble Scooter is safe, stable and fun with kid-controlled bubble action. It will retail for $39.99 and will be sold at Kmart in October.


The all new Pulse Slither ($59.99) drift scooter brings the fun of surfing, snowboarding and skiing into a street toy with its innovative three wheel technology. Go to www.pulseslither.com


SpongeBob + Barbie + Big Anniversaries = Big Holiday Gifts for 2009

“Thanks to the 10th anniversary of the wildly popular cartoon, SpongeBob, and style icon Barbie’s 50th birthday, anything with their images is hot for the holidays.” says Bravo Sports Corp CEO Tony Armand.

As one of the world leaders in outdoor rolling fun and action sports products, Bravo is offering a wide variety of SpongeBob skateboards and boogie boards; as well as Barbie skateboards and skates. http://www.bravosportscorp.com/