Sponsored by YouTube, Nikon, Pantene, and CoverGirl, Cosmopolitan StarLaunch™ was a great hit with over 500 online submissions. Among these great submissions was Mieka Pauley who won a $10 000 cash prize, a three-track demo, and a chance to open at an NYC concert headlined by Natasha Bedingfield!

Original Article: http://www.roc4life.com/profiles/blogs/roc4life-exclusive-juzd

In addition to the fabric JUZD also uses exclusive printing techniques on the shirts. During Spring 2009 JUZD released a limited edition handmade shirt for Chris Bosh for his birthday party. The technique used was pioneer by lead designer Jing Liu. It is an exclusive 14 step process of aging and distressing foil for a one of a kind and textured look on each shirt. In addition JUZD also uses a Diamond Dust print when use on the bamboo fabric it shimmers like diamond dust as the light hit on it. This is used for the JUZD original shirt design and many of the Fall Winter pieces.

Every guest was greeted by the JUZD team and Jing Liu, handcrafted a one-of-a-kind BIG 25 JUZD shirt to commemorate Chris Bosh’s quarter-century birthday party.  For those who purchased the shirt in advance, quickly took advantage of the VIP treatment in the club with a closed off VIP section, saturated with Chris’ Toronto Raptor teammates:  Shawn Marion, Anthony Parker, Jose Calderon, Jason Kapono, Andrea Bargnani, Kris Humphries, Roko Ukic, Joey Graham and coach Jay Triano  were among some of the Raptors in attendance . Hallie Dixon, Trex and Devo Brown were also helped Chris celebrate his newly acquired milestone while 4Korners kept the dance floor packed all night long with today’s hottest hip hop and r&b remixes.

JUZD the main sponsor of the night was happy to help Chris. Cheers Chris!

Toronto Raptors’ Anthony Parker and Jose Calderon with friends

Chris Bosh Celebrating his Birthday in Style

JUZD’s Jing Liu Poses with FLOW 93.5 Host Devo Brown

JUZD Team Tiffany, Rebecca Lam, Benny Yeung, Jason Wong (JUZD Photographer)

Clubbers Posing for the Camera

Enjoying the Evening

Clubber

Chris Bosh

DJ 4Korners

Toronto Raptors Star, Anthony Parker

UZD model Neila Smai with Toronto Raptors Teammate, Shawn Marion

JUZD’s Jing Liu with Chris Bosh

Clubbers

Jason Laquian (Buyer for TNT Blu) and Jing Liu poses for the Camera in Style

Even at the Bar, the Bartenders got JUZD!

Hallie Dixon

JUZD Poses with Cool Partygoers

Andrea Kertesz (Makeup Artist) and Jing Liu engaged in conversation

Friend Josh, Daniel Carmen (Buyer for Over the Rainbow), A Cool Partyguest, and Jing posing for the Camera

Stephanie with Toronto Raptors’ Roko Ukic and Jason Kapono

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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

On Thursday March 12th 2009 Chris Bosh was on CTV News at 6, a celebrity fill in for the retiring Dave Devall. On the show Chris did the weather and gave out the JUZD Big 25 shirt which is a ticket into his private birthday party on Sunday March 22 2009.

Go to 4:20 to see the JUZD Big 25 shirt

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

JUZD Releases Limited Edition “BIG 2-5″ Item in Honour of Chris Bosh’s 25th Birthday

Chris Bosh, of the Toronto Raptors, is turning 25 and to celebrate this milestone JUZD Bamboo Streetwear (www.juzd.com) is releasing a special, limited edition item. Each item is handmade by JUZD lead designer Jing Liu. Wearing the item will grant entry into Chris Bosh’s Private 25th Birthday Celebration Gala on Sunday, March 22, 2009. It can be purchased online at juzd.com and exclusively at select boutiques in Toronto.

Toronto, Ontario -March 09, 2009- JUZD Bamboo Streetwear is releasing a limited edition hand-made item to commemorate the 25th Birthday of Toronto Raptor’s All-Star, Chris Bosh.

Each JUZD (short for Juiced) “BIG 2-5″ item will grant entry into Chris Bosh’s Private 25th Birthday Celebration Gala, on Sunday, March 22, 2009 at an undisclosed location. “I’m amazed at how these turned out! JUZD has truly gone above and beyond for my 25th birthday,” says Chris Bosh.

Lead Designer, Jing Liu, skillfully perfected a complex technique to personally create the distinct number “25″ graphic that adorns each item. Only 100 handcrafted items for woman, and 100 for men, were made for
purchase. “I pioneer an extremely difficult and labourious technique to create something that I think Chris and all of his fans will truly love!” states JUZD lead designer, Jing Liu, “Chris Bosh’s love of fashion has
always been evident through his unique style and JUZD is honoured to be considered one of his favorite brands!”

JUZD “BIG 2-5″ is available to be purchased online at juzd.com and in Toronto’s top boutiques: Over the Rainbow, The Show Room, Got Style, Coal, TNT Blu, and Almost Naked. Each of these six Toronto retailers will receive a one-time only shipment of 14 items per sex. To purchase the item, customers are encouraged to say the phrase, “I want to get JUZD with Chris Bosh!” With the purchase of each item they will be guaranteed entry to Chris Bosh’s Private 25th Birthday Gala at an undisclosed location.

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 lead 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.

About Chris Bosh

Chris Bosh is unmistakably one of the National Basketball Association’s rising stars. After being drafted in the first round by the Toronto Raptors in 2003 Chris quickly established himself as the leader of his team and one of the most prolific basketball players in the world today. That leadership has extended off the court as Chris works tirelessly in the community to help children reach their educational and athletic goals. Shortly after entering into the NBA Chris established The Chris Bosh Foundation. The foundation has worked closely with organizations such as the Toronto Special Olympics to raise important funding for community projects.

For more information about the special limited edition items, the JUZD label, or to set up an interview with Jing Liu, please visit www.JUZD.com or contact Angelique Knights at Angelique@juzd.com or 1.888.JUZD.INC.

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Angelique Knights
Marketing Manager
JUZD Bamboo
Email: Angelique@juzd.com
Toll-Free: 1.888.JUZD INC (1.888.5893 462)
Fax: 1.888.895.5893
Web: www.JUZD.com

Show Room
278B Queen St W
Toronto ON, M5V 2A1
416.977.3888

Gotstyle
489 King St W
Toronto ON, M5V 1K4
416.260.9696

Coal
803 Queen St W
Toronto ON
416.301.COAL

TNT Blu
Hazelton Lanes
55 Avenue Rd
Toronto ON
416.972.1593

Almost Naked
479 Queen St W
Toronto ON, M5V 2A9
416.360.8200

We last spotted Melanie Martin of Flow 93.5 being “original” in her JUZD shirt. However, she’s not the only Flow 93.5 DJ rocking the airwaves fashionably in a bamboo shirt. We caught Devo Brown rocking his All-Star shirt with hip-hop artist Q-Tip.

No amateur to the radio airwaves, Brown has worked at numerous radio stations before finding his niche at Toronto’s #1 hip-hop radio station - Flow 93.5. Currently, Brown can be heard on-air on his program, FLOW Factor, Monday to Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Original article: http://www.sweetspot.ca/national/tiff_2008/4839/swag_spotting_juzd_tees/

Swag Spotting: JUZD Tees

Tuesday, Sep 09, 2008

WHAT: JUZD T-shirt
WHERE: Tastemakers Lounge
BUY IT: www.juzd.com/shop/ ($100) and now at Holt Renfrew

Yes, we’ve seen a lot of T-shirts (heck, we wear a lot of T-shirts), so when this one made us stop for a second look, we knew we had stumbled onto something great. The awesome red print superimposed on a sparkly gunmetal damask gets attention without resorting to cheeky slogans. And once we got it on, our attention was all on the crazy softness (but still thick and structured) feel on our skin. Thank the bamboo (and all of the high tech reasons) and the attention to design detail. Sure, a screen printed comic cover on the inside of our tee isn’t necessary…but it is amazing

While some of the fashion conscious population rock their JUZD shirts in the club scene, on the street, and on television (think Nalini Sharma!), others rock it on the air waves. Posing with Nico, winner of Canada’s So You Think You Can Dance, Melanie Martin proudly shows off her JUZD shirt.

Martin, a Sudbury native, is well known as the co-host of the popular JJ & Melanie in the Morning at FLOW 93.5. When she is not on air, Martin can be found getting up-to-date on the news and celebrity gossip (in preparation for The Scoop, a short segment on her morning show where she discusses the latest news with her co-host), scouting the latest fashion trend, and spending time with her daughter.

Catch Martin on-air weekdays from 5:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. EST.

Recalling that JUZD showcased its hot collection during LA Fashion Week at TaTou lounge in downtown Los Angeles this past October, we noted in attendance of this event was hip-hop/R&B sensation Estelle. What we didn’t tell fans was that lead designer, Jing Liu, met with Estelle and presented to her a JUZD shirt, which she absolutely loved!

Even though Estelle has already made a name for herself in UK’s hip-hop scene by capturing three consecutive “Best Female Artist” trophies, Estelle is moving onto bigger things. Kick-starting her career in the US music industry with “American Boy,” Estelle is well on her way to becoming just as popular here as she is in the UK!