SPARKLE THIS SEASON WITH THE NEW PAVÉ-SET CHARM COLLECTION FROM PANDORA

PANDORA’S HOLIDAY PAVÉ-SET CHARM COLLECTION AVAILABLE IN STORES NOW

The upcoming holiday celebrations will provide you with plenty of chances to dress up and add glamour to your everyday style. Mixing and matching the right amount of sparkle to complement your individual style and holiday attire is easy, thanks to PANDORA‘s new holiday pavé pieces.

Sparkle this Season With New Pave-Set Charm Collection from PANDORA Jewelry. (PRNewsFoto/PANDORA)

“The holiday season brings a little sparkle to all our lives, and our new pavé-set charm collection is an easy and budget-friendly way for women to add something special to their ensemble and reflect the exuberance of the season,” said ANGEL ILAGAN, VICE PRESIDENT, MARKETING, PANDORA NORTH AMERICA. “The color options also provide a way to complement any outfit.”

The new HOLIDAY PAVÉ-SET CHARM COLLECTION features round sterling silver charms, each hand set with brown, clear, pink, blue or black cubic zirconia stones. Other charms include a sterling silver clip with a large clear pavé-set star, a sterling silver clip with a series of small clear pavé-set stars, sterling silver star dangle charms with clear, blue or black gemstones, or a 14k gold and diamond star dangle charm. Pavé pieces start for as little as $45.

The new pavé pieces can be styled together or combined with existing PANDORA charms on a traditional PANDORA clasp bracelet or a colored cord, leather cord or the new triple-braided leather bracelet to create a dazzling new look.

The PANDORA HOLIDAY PAVÉ-SET CHARM COLLECTION is available at authorized PANDORA retailers throughout North America. For more holiday-inspired jewelry pieces, visit www.pandora.net.
Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, PANDORA employs over 6,000 people worldwide, of whom more than 4,000 are located in Gemopolis, Thailand, where the company manufactures its jewelry. PANDORA is publicly listed on the NASDAQ OMX Copenhagen stock exchange in Denmark. In 2011, PANDORA’s total revenue was DKK 6.7 billion (approximately 1.2 billion USD). For more information, please visit www.pandoragroup.com.

NEW WEBSITE AIMS AT SETTING A NEW TONE FOR SOCIAL/FASHION SYNERGY

MATCHING CLOTHES AND CREATING OUTFITS MEETS SOCIAL FASHION IN THIS INNOVATIVE WEBSITE.

www.youtrendme.com was fully launched, the company announced today. The Michigan-based newly developed website offers its members everything a social website does but with additional functionality and interaction revolving around fashion. The site will also offer its members the ability to make clothing matches or create outfits for each other. When a purchase is made as a result of a match, both the designer and the requester get awarded points which can be used towards future purchases.

By signing up and logging in to the website, members will discover a world of fashion that is unique and rewarding. They can create a profile, introduce their fashion style, color preference, favorite brands, and let others on the site know who they are and what they like. Currently, youtrendme offers private messaging, posting, friendship requests, and a news feed.

“The development team is currently planning to implement further intricate functions,” said JOHN GARDNER, VP OF TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENT.

The two main sections of the website are “youtrend” and “trendme“.  “youtrend” is aimed at members who wish to make matches and create outfits. Members can utilize “trendme” to place a request for a match or a full outfit for an event. Moreover, youtrendme‘s unique model thrives on the ability to reward its members. For every purchase made, points are awarded. Similarly, youtrendme also rewards members who help complete an outfit or make a match.

“youtrendme.com is a social website that revolves around everyone who is looking for an innovative and exciting new way to shop,” said BLENDI SULLAJ, PRESIDENT AND FOUNDER. “We have partnered with well-known and hand selected retailers and have populated our site with their catalogs.  Our aim is to give members the ability to create amazing outfits while interacting with each other, but also to get rewarded for the time spent on the website.

youtrendme.com was initially conceptualized in 2010. It took the company 1.5 years of design and development to be able to launch a Beta version in October 2012 which was immediately followed by the recent full launch. : http://youtrendme.com

WINDSTAR CRUISES MOVES FULL SAIL AHEAD IN 2013

LUXURY SMALL-SHIP LINE REPORTS 60% INCREASE IN BOOKINGS OVER PRIOR YEAR

WINDSTAR CRUISES operates three sailing yachts known for their pampering without pretense and the ability to visit hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world’s most treasured destinations.  Carrying just 148 to 310 guests, the luxurious yachts of WINDSTAR cruise to nearly 50 nations, calling at 100 ports throughout Europe, the Caribbean and the Americas.

WINDSTAR CRUISES announced today that advance bookings on 2013 sailings are 60% ahead of the prior year. Based on current pace, 2013 will mark the fourth straight year of increasing revenue for the small-ship cruise line.

“Our team is thrilled with the results after all the hard work and changes.” says HANS BIRKHOLZ, CEO OF WINDSTAR. Brought on in 2010 to turn around the endearing, yet struggling cruise line, Birkholz began focusing on branding, product development, sales support and cost control.

Windstar Cruises Moves Full Sail Ahead in 2013. (PRNewsFoto/Windstar Cruises)

“We have an outstanding product today. We truly deliver a unique luxury cruise experience that feels like your own private yacht while immersing you in the destination. With most of the cruise industry focusing on bigger ships, Windstar is investing in small-ship features and intimate yacht-style cruising,” said Birkholz.

FREMONT STREET EXPERIENCE TO ROCK IN THE NEW YEAR WITH DOWNTOWN COUNTDOWN NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION

NIGHT WILL FEATURE PERFORMANCES FROM BUCKCHERRY AND QUEENSRYCHE

Rock in the new year in Las Vegas with FREMONT STREET EXPERIENCE‘s DOWNTOWN COUNTDOWN NEW YEAR’S EVE 2013 CELEBRATION filled with nonstop entertainment.  FREMONT STREET EXPERIENCE is a five-block entertainment complex in historic downtown Las Vegas and features VIVA VISION, the world’s largest video screen. With direct access to 10 casinos, more than 60 restaurants and specialty retail kiosks, Fremont Street Experience attracts over 17 million annual visitors. New Year’s Eve is the only night of the year when Fremont Street Experience has paid, ticketed admission.  New Year’s Eve admission is restricted to persons 21 and over. Downtown Countdown is sponsored by SEAN COMB‘s CIROC ULTRA PREMIUM VODKA.

On Monday, Dec. 31 from 6 p.m. to 3 a.m. the ultimate New Year’s Eve street party will feature co-headliners BUCKCHERRY and QUEENSRYCHE, plus special guests QUIET RIOT, POP EVIL and OTHERWISE.  The party lasts all night with performances from six other incredible bands, including local favorites YELLOW BRICK ROAD and ZOWIE BOWIE as well as JIZZY PEARL, ROK OF AGES, PARTY ROCKERS and BRAZEN.

Rock in the new year with Fremont Street Experience’s Downtown Countdown New Year’s Eve 2013 celebration in Las Vegas – Monday, Dec. 31 from 6 p.m. to 3 a.m. (PRNewsFoto/Fremont Street Experience)

DOWNTOWN COUNTDOWN will also include a 2012 year-in-review retrospective on the Viva Vision screen, a midnight countdown led by LAS VEGAS MAYOR CAROLYN G. GOODMAN and an epic Fireworks by Grucci produced show synchronized with virtual fireworks on Viva Vision as part of the citywide celebration, “AMERICA’S PARTY: LAS VEGAS NEW YEAR’S 2013.”

Additionally, TRIBUTE PALOOZA is back for the fifth year, kicking off the three-day party  with two nights of free entertainment on Saturday, Dec. 29 and Sunday, Dec. 30.  Tribute Palooza will feature some of the best tribute bands from across the country, paying homage to the Rolling Stones, U2, Van Halen, Queen, Led Zeppelin, Bon Jovi, Def Leppard and No Doubt.

“Fremont Street Experience’s Downtown Countdown is the place to be for people who want to party throughout the holiday weekend,” said JEFF VICTOR, PRESIDENT OF FREMONT STREET EXPERIENCE.  “This year, in addition to the great tribute bands that perform in our annual Tribute Palooza, we’ve brought in a fabulous lineup of headliners and some of Las Vegas’ favorite local acts to help rock the audience into the new year.”

Admission to DOWNTOWN COUNTDOWN is $30 per person when purchased online by Dec. 27.  Beginning Dec. 28, tickets will be $40 per person and can be purchased online, in-person at any of the Fremont Street Experience member hotel-casinos, or at the event gates.  Nevada residents receive a $10 discount with Nevada I.D. on all tickets purchased in-person after Dec. 27.  To purchase tickets in advance go to www.vegasexperience.com/newyearseve.