BIZBASH CALL SHEET — #91 — Wednesday, 08.31.11
Compiled today by Chad Kaydo and Jana Schiowitz in New York
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* INCOMING *
1. FASHION WEEK RIVALS: The competition to gain sponsorships and designers between the main tents at Lincoln Center and M.A.C. & Milk (the downtown show site is changing its name to Made) is heating up. As Milk Studios is looking to play a bigger role in New York Fashion Week, the venue is launching a redesigned Web site (milkmade.com) to showcase the latest in fashion, music, art, and culture. WWD: "But there already are birthing pains in the venture between sponsors of the fashion week at Milk over the placement of their names and frayed nerves all around. Meanwhile, one informed source said executives at IMG are 'freaking out' that CAA has signed with Milk Studios to help it build its profile and attract sponsors. Milk versus Lincoln Center; IMG versus CAA: a battle Made for the fashion world." For subscribers only:
http://bit.ly/q04OS5
2. VENICE VENUE CHANGE: The plans to build the Palazzo del Cinema, the proposed site of the Venice Film Festival, which begins today, have been scrapped. Much of the building's funds were used to dig the hole and clear asbestos from the site. But organizers a back-to-the-future solution. The New York Times: "The interior of the existing Palazzo del Cinema has been restored, during which some striking original features were uncovered and conserved, and the rest of the decor refurbished in a retro style in keeping with the original 1930’s architecture. The auditorium has also been equipped with the latest technology. There are plans, too, to restructure the Sala Darsena, where press screenings are held, and to create two additional screens."
http://nyti.ms/oU2Onz
3. TUMBLR ATTRACTS BRANDS: The blogging platform reached 13.4 visitors in July, with most branded Tumblr blogs coming from the fashion industry, including labels like Oscar de la Renta, Alexander McQueen, and Ann Taylor. Ad Age: "Fashion brands usually take advantage of Tumblr's strong visuals by posting looks from their latest collections or catalogs, while media outlets often post easily digestible pieces of content; think cartoons and short poems on The New Yorker's Tumblr and photos, quotes, charts and graphics on NPR's."
http://bit.ly/py8Ryw
* LOCAL NEWS *
BALTIMORE: The Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore is set to open this November in Harbor East. The 256-room hotel will have more than 20,000 square feet of event space, including ballrooms with pre-function areas, 10 meeting rooms, and an executive boardroom.
http://bit.ly/nLqUxS
BOSTON: The Barclays Back-To-School Consumer conference will take place September 8 at the InterContinental Hotel.
StyleBoston will host its second anniversary party September 20 at Head House Concourse at the World Trade Center. Vendors include Creative Events, High Output, and Cort. Svedka, Sports Club LA, and Jamaica Tourism are sponsors.
CHICAGO: As part of "In-Fashion: The Magnificent Mile Shopping Festival Presented by MasterCard," the Shops at North Bridge will host a Paris-themed fashion show Thursday. Hosted by local fashion icon Nena Ivon and Art Institute curator Gloria Groom, the event will promote the museum's upcoming "Impressionism, Fashion, and Modernity" exhibit.
Blue Plate Catering has named Laura Lukas its first sustainability coordinator. Lukas's duties include incorporating more sustainable options into the menu and coordinating on-site recycling at commonly used venues.
Saks Fifth Avenue on Michigan Ave will unveil 10022-Shoe, a new shoe salon, September 8. Affiliated events include a morning media reception with shoe designer Brian Atwood; he'll also appear at an evening cocktail hour sponsored by Moet & Chandon.
LAS VEGAS: "When the U.S. Olympic Committee said it wouldn't bid to host the 2020 Games, Las Vegas leaders decided to roll the dice anyway: They have sent a letter to the IOC saying they are still all in." The Washington Post:
http://wapo.st/pXNC9R
The inaugural Maryland Parkway Music Festival is planned for September 2-4 at venues around the university district of Paradise.
http://bit.ly/o3yRG2
LOS ANGELES: Nearly a year after opening its doors at the Brentwood Country Mart, Farmshop will begin its dinner service September 16.
The Marketing Arm has named Stephanie Cohen vice president of business development for its Davie Brown Entertainment practice. Cohen previously was with Universal for 18 years, where she most recently served as vice president of Universal Studios Partnerships.
MIAMI/SOUTH FLORIDA: Bonnie Fimiano, president of Cafe Ala Carte and Chocolate Fountains of South Florida, has received the Certified Professional Catering Executive designation from the National Association of Catering Executives.
The Village of Merrick Park in Coral Gables is hosting Fashion's Night Out events September 8. Participants include Neiman Marcus, Diane von Furstenberg, and Jimmy Choo.
NEW YORK: V.I.P. access to the Hugo Boss after-party during Fashion's Night Out will be granted to the first 100 guests who check in at all three of the fashion house's downtown locations using the Hugo Boss check in application on Facebook Places. The application is powered by Brand Networks‚ a publishing and promotions platform for Facebook Places.
Vanity Fair, the Film Society of Lincoln Center, and the Museum of Arts and Design are partnering on the event "Fashion in Film," a series of screenings, panel discussions, and receptions beginning September 9. Simon Doonan is co-curating.
ORLANDO: The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel is adding educational experiences to its second annual Food & Wine Classic, October 7-8. Hour-long beverage seminars will be taught by certified wine sommeliers and beer and cocktail specialists from the hotel's team. Attendees can also sample food from the resort's restaurants including Shula's Steak House, Il Mulino New York Trattoria, and Todd English's Bluezoo.
TORONTO: Oliver and Bonacini's newest venture, Bannock, opened on the corner of Bay and Queen Monday. The 4,300-square-foot restaurant and cafe has a menu inspired by Canadian comfort food.
http://bit.ly/o3eBrc
YOUR NEWS: What are you doing? Tell us: [email protected].
With contributions from Jenny Berg in Chicago, Alesandra Dubin in Los Angeles, Mitra Sorrells in Orlando, Carla Warrilow in Toronto, and Jana Schiowitz, Anna Sekula, and Courtney Thompson in New York.
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