China Bound 3

China may be over 5000 miles from Oregon but at a recent event it never felt closer to some local fashion designers and retail shop owners that are planning a trip there in the Spring of 2011.

Jeremiah Stroup local media personality and event emcee moderated a private press conference at "China Bound 3" an internationally inspired event hosted at the Benson Hotel in downtown Portland, Oregon. The event was attended by fashion press and fashion supporters alike that wanted to see that latest collection from Project Runway Season 7 winner Seth Aaron along side up and coming designers like Tony Dimitri and other local fashion retails and "influencers".



If guests missed Seth's solar inspired collection seen at Portland Fashion Week (2010) they got to see it at "China Bound 3" with a few new twists. All involved stuck around after wards to shake hands, take photos and meet with fans. The mood was festive and encouraging as local support to take Portland's design savvy to the manufacturing powerhouse of China seems strong.











Press Coverage of Seth Aaron: http://www.oregonlive.com/movies/index.ssf/2010/04/project_runway_season_7_seth_a_1.html

Images courtesy of Rose City Photography

The Runway Was Rocked

August 14th 2010 The Benson Hotel was packed with local fashion fans for the 5th annual Rock the Runway Event Presented by Semper Fashion. This Rock and Roll inspired fashion event featured two local rock bands (Oceans Above us & Suburban Anthem) and a slew of local designers and clothing shops. The second floor of the Benson was filled with vendors in a colorful display that could have made Saturday market jealous. From the entry to the check in table where guests could choose to pay general admission or upgrade to "Rock Star" status for a few dollars more where they could receive the VIP treatment. The event was hosted by Jeremiah Stroup a local TV and event host who runs several marketing organizations on and off the web and acts as a social entrepreneur and spokesperson on most occasions. He was joined several times on stage by Tod Foulk of Semper Fashion. This "fashion cowboy" is unmatched in down home flare and gusto topped off by his signature cowboy hats. Sponsors like Guitar Center brought in some firepower including lighting and ample sound that both seems to cover the space from wall to wall. Documart provide a 'paparazzi' banner that most guests seemed to pose in front of at one point or another in the evening. The doors opened at 7pm with the show starting around 10pm. The temperature and excitement in the room both continued to rise throughout the night culminating in an all out fashion fest that was as irreverent as it was eclectic and all together entertaining. The room was filled with the 'who's who' of Portland, making it hard to tell the difference between a fashion fan and a VIP guest at times. Notable guests from the night included Marie Saturn of Saturn Style Photography & Design Studios, Byrce Amato a renowned interior designer, Miss Plus America 2010 Latasha Haskins, Tony Dimitri Fashion Designer and numerous members from the press and media. "For a room to draw such a diverse group of people, all here to support sustainable local businesses on a hot night like tonight is a huge testimate to the the event's creators and the people of Portland," said event host Jeremiah Stroup. The night concluded with more food, drink and fun as chairs where ushered away to reveal a dance floor more then suitable for the well dressed guest to "get down" on. Learn more about Jeremiah at his official homepage: www.JeremiahStroup.com Connect with Semper Fashion at :www.SemperFashion.Net Be sure to support the sponsors of this event that made it all possible.

photo credit: EP Phtography
Posted by: Team FLUX www.FluxLive.com -Digital Press Divsion

Ever heard of an App that Makes you Smile?

So we found something interesting online. We all know that a smile can be a big part of our Self Image and our overall total health and well being. We found a new app for your smart phone that could help you keep tabs on your smile, and maybe even improve it.

This very simple 99 cents app does just one thing and does it beautifully.Called 'Self Image', its an new way to keep yourself in the picture. Just press a button to start the Self Image's face detection tool and turn your phone around and smile. As soon as Self Image detects your face, it'll start a countdown and take your picture. Simple! Here is the App Store link.

Found this on a fun blog Source: http://iphoneindia.gyanin.com/2010/02/28/this-cool-face-detection-iphone-app-detects-your-smile-self-image/

When you smile confidently you can feel good about yourself inside and out.

Tips for Better Relaxation

 We call get a little tense or stressed at times. Relaxation is key to finding balance during a busy day. Below are some tips we want to share with you and a link to a two minute relaxation technique video.

Body Position for Relaxation Technique

The 1st step is to sit with your back straight but not tense. If you can, loosen any clothing that feels tight around your waist.

Relaxation Technique

When you inhale, you'll be inhaling slowly through your nose. When you exhale, you'll be exhaling slowly and completely through your mouth. Try it now.
Most of us don't breathe deeply enough. Instead, we're shallow breathers and air only really enters the top part of our lungs. That's especially so for people who wear tight clothing or sit hunched over at the computer.
What we need to do is use the most important muscle used for breathing, our diaphragm. It's a sheet of muscle at the bottom of the lungs.
So, place one hand below your ribs. When you inhale, allow that hand to expand outwards. When you exhale, let that hand fall back to its original position. It may feel strange at first and it takes practice, so be patient with yourself.

Refining Relaxation Technique

The last step is to count. Exhalation should take twice as long as inhalation.
So let's put it all together:

• Breathe in and count in your head starting from one

Breathe out and try to make twice as long

So if you counted to three when you inhaled, count to six when you exhale.
And that's it. When you're beginning, just repeat this 4 or 5 more times and work up from there.
As you practice this technique, you'll find it becomes more and more effective at relaxing you when you're stressed.
In the middle of a busy day, it's a nice way to give yourself a small, well-deserved break, to take care of you.

http://video.about.com/altmedicine/2-Minute-Relaxation-Technique.htm

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