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December 2006



CurrentVine.com 2006 Year-End Poll

What do you like about Current Vine and what could be improved? Speak up in the Vine’s anonymous year-end poll!


Spa-Hosted Shopping Event: December 3

Turning Heads Day Spa hosts the third installment of the Shop ‘N’ Mingle event, which will feature vendors, makeovers, gifts, and more.

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A Conversation with Sharon Lim

By Denise Tong

You’re Golden convertible hip bag by SLim NYCTo a style-conscious person, the lure of New York City—Fashion Week, Madison Avenue, and the endless gallery of looks sported by New Yorkers—can prove irresistible. Former West Coaster Sharon Lim, founder and designer of SLim NYC, is one such person.

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FIT Exhibit on Love and War Concludes December 16

The Museum at FIT (Fashion Institute of Technology) concludes its special exhibition, Love and War: The Weaponized Woman, on December 16. The exhibit examines the impact of military dress and women’s lingerie on fashion, and the interplay between authoritative garb and sensual undergarments.

Visit the museum’s Love and War page for more information and to view the online exhibit.


Trends: December 2006

Glam Hub presents its favorite beauty and fashion trends this month.

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Housing Works’ Holiday Sale: December 16–17

Housing Works Thrift Shops will host a holiday sale Saturday, December 16 and Sunday, December 17. Money raised will assist New Yorkers with HIV/AIDS.

For more information, visit the Housing Works calendar.


Surf for a Cause with GoodSearch.com

Surfing the Web for the latest celebrity trends? Purchasing tickets to entertainment and arts events? GoodSearch.com, a search engine powered by Yahoo!, donates approximately one cent to users’ charities of choice as they go about their regular surfing.

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Avon Foundation Supports Women’s Issues

Since 1955, the Avon Foundation has raised over $450 million to support women’s issues, particularly to fight breast cancer and domestic violence. To help raise funds, the Foundation sells jewelry and clothing.

To view and purchase the Foundation’s fundraising items, visit the product page.