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If the current issue of A Distinctive Style looks like just other “Fashion Feature” magazine, take a closer look. Besides offering the cream-of-the-crop in eco-fashion, the January issue cover is graced by the winner of Britain’s Missing Top Model, Kelly Knox. Her story offers inspiration and a good dose of a reality check to those who ever thought they couldn’t accomplish their dreams.

Be prepared to re-think eco fashion–Gone are the days of rusty looking sandals and dresses that look like Burlap sacks, the world of eco-friendly fashion has kicked it up about a hundred notches! Designers like Anne Fontaine show off their new collection, which packs a trendy punch and puts a new twist on the traditional cotton shirt. And check out jewelry designer, Keren Peled to find out how she went from corporate life to designing jewelry for Alicia Keys, Vivica Fox, Jill Scott and countless Miss Universe.
This issue also features designer and trendsetter Lori Seliger, who’s given the 80’s legwarmer a shaggy new and funky look with her Bootswalla line, which has become a wardrobe “must-have” favorite for celebrities such as Beyoncé, Cher, Lenny Kravitz and Jenny McCarthy. There’s also an abundance of cuteness with the whimsical Twirls and Twigs organic children’s wear collection on pages 40-41. And for those who like to finish their look with luxurious perfumes, take a dive into the world of Mosaic Aromatherapy for a mystically sensuous experience.

And let’s not forget that A Distinctive Style has become a hub for art lovers. This issue offers the soulful art expressions of Vickie Bell-Jones, and captivating glass artist Jay MacDonell. Perhaps the best part of this magazine is the interactive feature that allows you to take a tour into a virtual world of art and fashion. It’s not like you’re reading just another magazine… you are actually “at one” with the magazine, experiencing a magical world of interactive adventures with every turn of page!

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Just about any kind of business can thrive on efficient marketing methods, whether it is a traditional business or a work at home business. Finding which ones will work best, however, will certainly be more than a little tricky. Your best bet would be to choose some methods that have worked great in the past. Here are a few marketing tips and ideas for your work at home or online business to get you going.

Create A Marketing Strategy

People today are looking for instant information and "killer" tips to get their work at home business started and growing quickly. You probably are, too. You need to remember, though, that there has been a saying around for many years that you get what you pay for. This is also true with business and for when you create a marketing strategy. Instead of being in too much of a hurry, you should take some extra time to start reading about various marketing techniques, and learn them well. Consider it to be a good investment into your business and it will help you to avoid mistakes that will only waste your time.

Once you understand some methods that have been proven to work, jot down some notes and download some Ebooks on the subject. This will show you some great ways to use those methods, and more. Altogether, you want to find a number of them that you want to use and then create a plan for implementing each of them. Start with only two, maybe three, and test them and tweak them for better performance as you go along. This will also mean that you need to record exactly what you do, keywords used, software, promotions, and everything else related to it.

Build an Attractive Web Site

Since most businesses use the Web these days, you want a Web site that will make people glad to visit it. Yes, that too is part of marketing your business. It is part of building your brand. Something as simple as a sloppy Website associated with your business name, or your personal name, can be a turnoff that people will remember - and not return.

Learn about key words and how to choose them and use them. You want to make sure your Web site is search engine optimized (SEO) and that your content is, too. While some marketing methods may make this unnecessary, having it optimized will bring in even more potential customers.

Consider Off-line Methods

Whether you work online only, or have a more traditional work at home business, you can profit from using off-line methods. These actually work now just about as effectively as before the days of the Internet, and still pack a punch today - they work. A combination of Internet advertising, post cards, snail mail advertising, radio, TV, magazine and newspaper ads, can produce powerful results. After all, don’t forget that not everyone is on the Internet yet.

Use the New Technologies

Latest developments on the Internet are showing fantastic results, too, and many big companies are using them successfully. This includes things like blogs, social marketing (YouTube, Facebook, etc.), videos, and more. You will also want to learn how to simplify the processes where possible and automate them where you can.

Marketing your work at home business can be accomplished by learning first the proper way to do it. This means a little study, and watching to make sure you do it right. Then learn how to get them coming back to you through things like online newsletters, promotional items, reports, etc. This ensures that you get the customers you want quicker and will be able to keep them coming back to your work at home business, too.

By:

Linda Allen
GirlfriendsCafe.com
http://www.girlfriendscafe.com

Sometimes it’s the simple things in live that bring a family together for a fun and enjoyable evening. One of those simple things is spending an evening watching a family movie.

Considering all of the technology available which allows anyone to watch a DVD, VHS, or record a movie on TV for later viewing, watching a family movie with the family is as important as sitting down to a family meal. It’s all about being together and enjoying each other’s company while watching a favorite movie on TV.

Putting a bag of popcorn in the microwave, or making snacks is the perfect way to enjoy family movie time. Have you ever seen Gilmore Girls? The theme throughout this show was mother and daughter watching movies on TV. While no on would buy as many snacks as they, it brings home the point that watching different genres as the kids grow older invites discussion, banter, and increases a kid’s awareness of certain events which may have happened long ago.

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GirlfriendsCafe is pleased to announce that the winner of our July Trivia contest has been selected!

Rason of Springfield, Missouri was the winner and she will receive a beautiful 1/4 Carat Ruby 14K White Gold Heart Pendant with a Black Silk Cord!

Congratulations to Rason and thanks to all members who entered the contest!

Submitted by:

Linda Allen of GirlfriendsCafe.com
http://www.girlfriendscafe.com

Ex-cessories.com is a new jewelry consignment concept offering a unique on-line retail experience. The notion was developed to capitalize on the inevitable “break-up”, so women can live by our motto, “Don’t Get Mad…Break-Even”. Ex-cessories.com will provide individuals an outlet to sell jewelry from a past relationship to their peers at an affordable price. Through blogging and web postings, join our unique social network at www.ex-cessories.com and enjoy!

Ex-cessories.com has two customers- jewelry sellers and jewelry buyers. With our credible six-step process, sellers can capitalize on the inevitable break-up and buy for themselves on a single’s budget. Ex-cessories.com will tell you what your jewelry is worth, match serious buyers and sellers, and guarantee authenticity with a third-party appraisal. Launching April 8, 2008, Ex-cessories.com will work to build a trusted and recognized brand to follow in the footsteps of others products and services that have found a place in the hearts of modern-day women.

The idea for Ex-cessories.com was conceived when the two founding members were spring cleaning. In the midst of a closet overhaul, one member’s past relationship was resurfaced with the discovery of jewelry, photographs, and other bits and pieces of an ex-boyfriend. The next logical step, or so she thought, was to grab a garbage bag and throw the past away. Soon after, these business savvy young women came to the realization that there was a profit to be made, and worked on the business plan throughout a 2-year MBA program at the Rollins College Crummer Graduate School of Business- hence the conception of Ex-cessories.com.

Submitted by:
Linda Allen
GirlfriendsCafe.com
http://www.girlfriendscafe.com