Occupy Black Friday

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An estimated 152 million shoppers turned out for Black Friday, met by smaller masses of the Occupy Movement; both parties ever-determined nation wide. While the buying creates much needed cash flow, protesters confront
the retail-corporate America, commercialization and extreme over-consumption. Arrests and reports of violence
have turned up countless across the country as shoppers made their stand.
One extreme woman in California is reported to have used pepper-spray to out-shop her competition.
While the 99% remains relentless against the machine, a larger percent of Americans risked their safety for a piece of it. Many ask, "why bother when the same deals are available online?" Perhaps there are benefits of  actually shopping today, for the economy if not for the consumer. It may even be possible to please all in compliance with the sign of one protester, "Buy Local, Not Corporate." 

Amy, You had me at Frank.

Days after the anticipated FNO in NYC, Britain and the world will remember Ms. Amy Winehouse on her birthday this September 14th; the first since her tragic death this passed summer. The singer is famed for her unprecedented musical achievements, profound vocals and one of a kind look. Fashion also took note of her unique appeal, as Amy conquered
the realm of music. Her 50's style get-ups and 60's style do-ups inspired fashionistas world-wide as well as top designers. Karl Lagerfeld claimed her as his muse directly following her record-breaking Grammy wins.

 In 2010 Amy Winehouse had begun designing her own clothing lines for the established Fred Perry collection. Following her death, the family decided to proceed with Amy's clothing lines which will release this season. Her collections extend through next Fall and profits will benefit the Amy Winehouse Foundation which intends to sponsor "children and young people in her name."