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Fergie’s Birthday Party to Showcase JUZD Streetwear Fashion Show

Canadian-based JUZD Bamboo Streetwear (www.juzd.com) will be hosting a fashion show for Fergie (from the Black Eyed Peas) at her Birthday Party in Miami. The event will take place as part of Mash Appeal on Friday, March 27th at Dolce Ultralounge in Miami Beach, Florida. Mash Appeal, presented by Madflower Creative Group and Grassroots Production, coincides with the Winter Music Conference, the singular networking event for the dance music industry

Toronto, Ontario – March 19, 2009 – JUZD (short for “Juiced”) Bamboo Streetwear has been invited to showcase their edgy, urban designs at a fashion show in Miami Beach, Florida. The fashion show will take place as the feature fashion show for Fergie’s (from the Black Eyed Peas) birthday bash at Dolce Ultralounge on Friday, March 27th. JUZD and Will.I.Am won’t be the only ones providing entertainment as a slew of musical performers and world-class DJ’s, such as DJ Craze (DJ for Kanye West), are also set to take the stage to celebrate the Black Eyed Peas songstress. “I am so honored to have been invited to be a part of Fergie’s Birthday Bash.” declares JUZD lead designer Jing Liu, “She’s such an empowering figure plus she’s got great style and is a real trendsetter.”

Having already taken the Canadian fashion world by storm with his cutting-edge, eco-conscious designs JUZD lead designer, Jing Liu is now poised to do the same in the US. The fashion show will highlight Liu’s artistic and innovative designs for Spring/Summer 2009 along with a glimpse of what JUZD has in store for the upcoming Fall/Winter season. JUZD is breaking new ground mixing together fashion and art in a way that is new, fresh, and eco-friendly.

Fergie’s Birthday Bash is one of the focal points of this year’s conference event series, Mash Appeal. Mash Appeal coincides with the Winter Music Conference, the singular networking event for the dance music industry featuring artists like Chuck D (of Public Enemy), World Music Award winner Funkstar De Luxe, and superstar DJs Armin van Buuren, Sasha and John Digweed among many others. Top international artists, DJs and industry professionals from over 70 countries descend on Miami to partake in the over 500 events offered during the six day conference with none more exciting than the JUZD fashion show at Fergie’s Birthday Bash on Friday, March 27th.

Mash Appeal, presented by Madflower Creative Group and Grassroots Productions will focus on the growing popularity of mash-ups – a trend that seeks to seamlessly blend compositions into a new musical experience. Nico Bacigalupo, the ingenious president of Madflower Creative Group raves, “We couldn’t be more excited to partner with an original and emerging talent, like JUZD. I’ve been following the line since it started last year and I know it’s going be the next big thing. With them and Will.I.Am, Fergie’s birthday party is going to rock!”

For media VIP passes to this event please email Angelique@juzd.com or call 1.888.589.3462

About JUZD – The Bamboo Streetwear Clothing Company

JUZD (short for Juiced) - www.juzd.com – is the planet’s first bamboo designer label, established in 2007 by designer Jing Liu. The label emphasizes contemporary high-end streetwear created using exclusive custom-designed and milled bamboo fabric. Each design is inspired by the designer’s vision of “organic” and aggressive style and the philosophy that art and fashion should co-exist in a way that is innovative, eco-conscious, and empowering.

For more information about Fergie’s birthday event, or to set up an interview with Jing Liu, please visit www.JUZD.com or call us at 1.888.JUZD.INC.

About The Black Eyed Peas

They’ve transcended their vigilant hip-hop roots and have become a global phenomenon, the likes of which the music world has rarely seen. Ever-curious and ever-confident, that group is The Black Eyed Peas– William, Fergie, apl.de.ap, and Taboo.

About Madflower Creative Group

Madflower Creative Group is a full-service consulting firm specializing in communications, marketing and sales customization. With offices in Miami and Los Angeles, the company specializes in event sponsorship, planning and promotion, marketing and branding, business management and strategy implementation. For over 13 years Madflower has collaborated with their clients to create results-driven marketing and sponsorship programs including evening and cultural events, fashion shows, festivals, parties, concerts and musical performances.

About Grassroots Productions

Grassroots Productions is a management, tour and special events Production Company that produces internationally acclaimed events worldwide. It was established in Los Angeles in 1992 by Polo Molina. For more information please visit: www.grassroots-productions.com

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CONTACT:
Angelique Knight
JUZD Bamboo
Email: Angelique@juzd.com
Toll-Free: 1.888.589.3462
Fax: 1.888.895.5893
Web: www.JUZD.com

Welcoming revelers, well-wishers, and local celebrities (including members of the Toronto Raptors, and MTV host Nicole Holness), into Toronto’s Tryst nightclub, Creamworld Magazine celebrated the launch of its ’09 winter issue. Ensuring that everyone had a great time, Famous, the Flow 93.5 personality who became a YouTube sensation with his President Too video, took to the stage as the night’s host. And to top off the fun evening, numerous giftbags with goodies from Creamworld‘s supporters, including JUZD Streetwear, were given out.

While Creamworld Magazine has plenty to celebrate, so does JUZD! With a full-page advertisement in the magazine’s upcoming issue, the team (including all the models), along with two lucky fans, celebrated their hard work and success in the VIP lounge!

Ed Hardy models show off the latest collection of swimwear

Lead Designer, Jing Liu, shows off his latest JUZD shirt

Holding the new issue of Creamworld Magazine, Jing Liu, lead designer of JUZD, is proud to be at the party!

Lead designer, Jing Liu, celebrates with JUZD models

JUZD model, Deniz Reno, shows off the full-page advertisement of JUZD found in Creamworld Magazine

JUZD Models having a great time!

TORONTO, ON – On Thursday, January 29th (2009), the red carpet will be rolled out in celebration of the launch of Creamworld Magazine’s winter ‘09 issue. Join Creamworld founder/publisher Marcus S. as he welcomes revellers, well-wishers and local celebs, including members of the Toronto Raptors and MTV host Nicole Holness. Toronto-based rapper and Flow 93.5 personality Famous, a You Tube sensation who has received media attention with his Barack Obama-inspired rap titled “President Too”, takes to the stage as the event’s host.

Since rebranding as a lifestyle publication and inking a national distribution deal with HDS Retail (Relay, Virgin) and Chapters/Indigo/Coles, Creamworld has strengthened its mandate to showcase Canada’s diverse industries, including auto, real estate, design and entertainment.

“Creamworld is a Canadian publication,” states Marcus S. “We understand the importance of supporting Canadian artists. After all, Canada is where we’re from.” Creamworld’s winter ‘09 issue features R & B singer Robin Thicke, a 13-page fashion editorial featuring Canada’s design talent and interviews with pop queen Lady Gaga and Toronto songstress Zaki Ibrahim.

The event will feature gift bags and giveaways from notable supporters, including Z. Kilani, Juzd Clothing, Vitamin Water and Flüd Watches. Models will rock the event, informally modeling the latest creations from lifestyle brand Ed Hardy by Christian Audigier. Exclusive bottle service will be provided by CÎROC, an ultra-premium vodka that has acquired a loyal following among Hollywood’s A-list.

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What: Creamworld Magazine Launch Party

When: Thursday, January 29th, 2008

10:00pm – 3:00am

Where: Tryst Nightclub, 82 Peter Street, Toronto ON

RSVP: Gillian Downes, publicist

647.222.9054 or gdownes@impossiblediva.com

Originally posted http://www.laweekly.com/2008-10-16/music/dance-club-pick-omg-at-avalon/

Orginally written by Lina Lecardo

Irvine Welsh’s “ecstasy” movie launch party sponsored by JUZD Streetwear will be happening during the Toronto International Film Festival this year.

d’s 7th annual film fest party
“ecstasy” film environmental gala
Hosted by Danielle Iverson & Nico Miami
Monday, September, 8th 2008
8:30PM – 4:00AM
Green Carpet Starts @ 8:30PM
Empire, 50 Cumberland Street, Yorkville
RSVP@thatPRthing.com by Sept 5th

Irvine Welsh’s “ecstasy” movie launch party will be happening during the Toronto International Film Festival this year.

The film “ecstasy,” is a dark romantic comedy based on the #1 best-selling controversial book, “ecstasy,” by Irvine Welsh, writer of “Trainspotting.” The novel was translated into 20 languages and was a #1 bestseller in over 20 countries. Mr. Welsh’s first book, “Trainspotting,” published in 1993, (and voted by Waterstone, Europe’s largest bookstore chain, as one of the Ten Best Books of the Century), sold over 1 million copies in the UK alone and has its own Cinematic Cinderella success story. The film is to shoot in Scotland and Northern Ontario and will be directed by Rob Heydon, award-winning director of music videos and commercials. The production team includes; Rob Heydon of Ecstasy Film Inc. of Toronto, Canada and Ashley Pover of Proteus Entertainment of London, England. Joni Cuquet will be Executive Producing.

Performances include Bedouin Soundclash. With sold out shows across Canada, and performances all over the world, including the renowned Leeds and Reading Festivals, London’s V-Fest, and PuklePop; “Bedouin Soundclash” brings their soulful, energetic live show to Toronto once again.

Erica Durance is scheduled to star in “ecstasy,” whose rise to fame came in the role of Superman’s future love, Lois Lane, in the series “Smallville” on the WB Network. “I am thrilled to go to Scotland to star in this film. The whole idea of exploring relationships about people on ecstasy in a completely different location and culture is exciting,” Erica exclaims! “Trainspotting was one of my favourite films.”Durance will be starring with Billy Boyd (Lord of the Rings, Master and Commander), Richard E. Grant (Dracula, Gosford Park, How to Get Ahead in Advertising, and Withnail & I) and Adam Sinclair (The Summit).

The film “ecstasy,” is a dark romantic comedy based on the #1 best-selling controversial book, “ecstasy,” by Irvine Welsh, writer of “Trainspotting.” The novel was translated into 20 languages and was a #1 bestseller in over 20 countries. Mr. Welsh’s first book, “Trainspotting,” published in 1993, (and voted by Waterstone, Europe’s largest bookstore chain, as one of the Ten Best Books of the Century), sold over 1 million copies in the UK alone and has its own Cinematic Cinderella success story. The film is to shoot in Scotland and Northern Ontario and will be directed by Rob Heydon, award-winning director of music videos and commercials. The production team includes; Rob Heydon of Ecstasy Film Inc. of Toronto, Canada and Ashley Pover of Proteus Entertainment of London, England. Joni Cuquet will be Executive Producing.

Erica Durance is scheduled to star in “ecstasy,” whose rise to fame came in the role of Superman’s future love, Lois Lane, in the series “Smallville” on the WB Network. “I am thrilled to go to Scotland to star in this film. The whole idea of exploring relationships about people on ecstasy in a completely different location and culture is exciting,” Erica exclaims! “Trainspotting was one of my favourite films. “Durance will be starring with Billy Boyd (Lord of the Rings, Master and Commander), Richard E. Grant (Dracula, Gosford Park, How to Get Ahead in Advertising, and Withnail & I) and Adam Sinclair (The Summit).

Performances include Bedouin Soundclash. With sold out shows across Canada, and performances all over the world, including the renowned Leeds and Reading Festivals, London’s V-Fest, and PuklePop; “Bedouin Soundclash” brings their soulful, energetic live show to Toronto once again.

With summer starting to wind down, Toronto is still pumping out festivals until the summer dog days are over and best part is, most of them are free to attend!

In the heart of North York, visit Mel Lastman Square between 11am-9pm, to see what’s happening at the FREE EcoSavvy Festival!  Going green is not just a trend but a lifestyle, come discover local sustainable businesses and learn from guest speakers and see how you can contribute to a better tomorrow.  Learn about new and innovative products, food and enjoy live music.  Did we mention it’s FREE!

JUZD is a proud sponsor of the EcoSavvy Festival. Click here for your chance to win a JUZD bamboo shirt at the Festival!