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13Jul/090

HTC Touch Pro2 – Communication Becomes Easy Now

Success in any business depends solely on better communication and how can anyone decide which device made it easy for them. Now, it becomes easy only with the help of new HTC Touch Pro 2, since it is seriously designed for us to make human interaction easy & simple.

User of this HTC phone can do more with a quick phone call and interacts with their dear ones. A new technology has been introduced into HTC Touch Pro 2 known as Straight Talk, which makes your phone call so natural, intuitive and effective. It provides a simple way to express your views & ideas with the user on other side.

Touch Pro2 of HTC now more popular mobile phone as compare to its predecessor Touch Pro due to its fantastic features & design. More likely, it’s not just a simple handset but a true smartphone that gives its user an experience of tablet PC. The phone is equipped with a spacious full QWERTY keyboard, so that consumer can easily use its applications & type messages. Touch-screen capability of this HTC mobile phone attracts more users.

A new improvement has been made in Touch Pro2 phone and provides crystal clear sound experience & voice reception to its user. Basically, HTC Touch Pro 2 is a professional conference phone with a loudspeaker facility and dedicated noiseless microphone for superior quality of conference calls. A TouchFLO 3D finger swipe navigation scheme has been introduced so that navigation of this handset becomes easy for user.

A basic 3.2 megapixel camera is incorporated in this latest HTC phone, so that consumer can enjoy the experience of developing videos & still photography. Apart from this, Touch Pro 2 comes with business applications including Pocket office & PDF viewer. All the connectivity options has been well equipped, now you can share pictures, videos, movies and other stuffs at much better speed.

Finally, it’s a power packed HTC mobile phone which is available on various online mobile shops along with special offers & incentives. UK phone dealers offer HTC Touch Pro 2 mobile on all leading service providers, so that user can choose it accordingly. Compare HTC phone deals on this available Touch Pro handset and buy it at very low prices with best tariff plans.

13Jul/090

NetVoucherCodes.co.uk – The New Name for MyUKDiscountCodes

Leading Voucher Code site MyUKDiscountCodes.com has been rebranded to NetVoucherCodes.co.uk

This brand change comes at an exciting time for C2BSoftwareSolutions Ltd who own the Net Voucher Codes site. Managing Director, Steve Barnes added "...alongside the brand change, we are also investing in new staff & IT. This is all part of our commitment to being one of the best voucher code sites in the country".

"...We are investing in state of the art I.T. which will mean, to our loyal users, a faster website, ensuring you will save time finding money saving codes and offers. There is also a new website design in the pipeline which will be arriving over the coming months with some great new features!  We have also invested in an upgrade to our admin system enabling us to be super fast at loading more codes and offers to make sure you get the best deals available. There will be more than ever before!"

"...We would urge visitors to sign up to our e-newsletter  as many codes are short term. This will avoid disappointment and the chance of missing out by a few days. You will also benefit from hearing about codes first before stock levels run down, which also happens when codes are for particular products..."

NetVoucherCodes is seeing an ever increasing growth in the number of visitors to our site, all looking for a great money saving deal. So don't miss out, why not set netvouchercodes.co.uk as your home page so you never forget to hunt for the best deal available on the web.

Come and pay us a visit and see our new sales page and how all our codes and offers are now tagged, making it even easier to find money saving voucher codes with www.netvouchercodes.co.uk

For more information, contact Joanne Jones - pr@netvouchercodes.co.uk

10Jul/090

Diamond Print aims to offer Promotional products at best prices possible

As we go through these difficult times we will be adding special offers on selected promotional products all through the summer. We have been trading since 1988 and have been through all the other recessions in that time, although this one is probably the worst, things are looking up as most of our clients are still ordering promotional products from us. We are also having new clients coming on board every week understanding the need to keep their name out there. Being members of PROMOTA promotional merchandise trade association gives our clients the confidence they will get a fare deal.

In today’s market it is important to for us to give our clients the best possible service and prices. We are a main distributor to many of the top business gift manufacturers and promotional printers in the UK and overseas, putting us in the best position to source the best quality products at lowest prices possible.

Even in this recession Pens are proving once again to be the best selling Promotional Products. We launched two new promotional pens in June the Monarch Frost Ball Pen and the Sidewinder Frost Ball Pen with prices well below RRP price. We are also still offering the Pacesetter ball pen at less than half price. This is one of our new Laser Engraved pens where we can engrave up to five lines of copy.

We also have some very good offers on Promotional Bags and Conference Folders, with the Sandwich Messenger Bag 25% off, ford Zipped Folder 33% off, Weald Laptop Case 50% off, and with holidays round the corner we have the Herne Foldable Travel Bag at 50% off.

If you need any help with finding that promotional gift give Chris a call on 01527 877724 or email sales@diamondprint.co.uk. You can also contact us straight from the website www.diamondprint.co.uk

8Jul/090

Specialist office products websites from The Supermarket Online

Ten brand new office product websites selling everything from fire safes to office shredders, coming soon from TheSupermarketOnline.com

“TheSupermarketOnline.com (http://www.thesupermarketonline.com)” is a new national office products brand consisting of 10 niche websites, including those for “printer ink (http://www.theprinterinksupermarket.com)”, “shredders (http://www.theshreddersupermarket.com)”, paper and “safes (http://www.thesafesupermarket.com)”, which is supported by a network of regional dealers delivering in every area of the country. Their aim is to provide the value for money of a large nationwide business with the personal service of a local company.

Unique in the market, The Supermarket Online takes the buying group philosophy of strength in numbers and applies it to the world of online office products retail, to produce a modern co-operative for the internet age.

In 2006 the UK office furniture market alone was worth £685m, with more and more shoppers heading online The Supermarket Online is ideally placed to capture this business. The niche office supplies sites will provide a valuable new route to market for local office products retailers, which is more important than ever in this competitive marketplace.

The Supermarket Online uses custom built web technology to deliver the ultimate customer friendly buying experience, incorporating customer benefits such as rating and reviews, leasing options, variable dispatch dates and free delivery.

A cumulative advertising spend of around £1.2m per year combined with a specialist SEO team will ensure the sites are Google-friendly and in aggressive competition with major office product retailers on the web.

“We have several retail sites working, but these are just test stores at the moment with the really exciting web development happening in secret ready for go live. The sites that will launch in October are light years away from the traditional office product sites out there. We have really spent a lot of time creating dynamic, user friendly sites that deliver commercially” The Supermarket Online’s Commercial Manager Chris Armstrong.

The sites will start trading from 1 October 2009 with forecasted annual turnover of over £50m by 2012.

The Supermarket Online is part of the Superstat Group which has been helping office product dealers compete successfully since 1994.

About Us

The Supermarket Online is a UK office products retailer with a fresh, unique and above all ambitious approach. With over 20,000 office products in stock they have the biggest range of office supplies at unbeatable prices. From pens and printer cartridges to storage and staplers they can supply just about everything you could need to run your office whether it be at work or at home. The brand includes such sites as The Safe Supermarket, The Shredder Supermarket, The Printer Ink Supermarket and many more. To see all our brands visit www.thesupermarketonline.com

To discuss opportunities with The Supermarket Online please contact.

The Supermarket Online
Unit 3
Rawdon Park
Green Lane
Rawdon
Leeds
LS19 7BA

0113 3911107

sales@thesupermarketonline.com

3Jul/090

£50 free to UK businesses interested in affiliate marketing

The new UK affiliate network Aflite, aimed at small and new businesses, is offering £50 worth of credits free to UK businesses signing up for merchant accounts within 1 hour of their launch.

The launch date of the new affiliate network is set to early July. Merchants will be notified by Twitter http://twitter.com/aflite or e-mail by registering at the Aflite.co.uk website. Merchant accounts set up within an hour of the announcement will receive the free £50 credit.

There are no set up charges, but to be eligible for the free credits merchants must first verify their account by applying a minimum credit of £100.

The scheme is designed to encourage new and small businesses into affiliate marketing. It is worth it, this year affiliate marketing is estimated to generate £4 billion in online sales world wide.

“Currently the major networks are not catering for the new and small business. Aflite is designed to do just that.” – Ben Norbury, Director, Aflite

Aflite makes affiliate marketing accessible and affordable to new and small online businesses, whilst offering affiliates unique and innovative merchants. Register your interest at http://aflite.co.uk or follow them on Twitter ‘aflite’ to be notified.

1Jul/090

300% Rise in Second Hand Babies in the UK

A survey of 1,650 mums and mums-to-be has found that 89% were opting to buy second hand to save money on all important purchases, with 23% buying exclusively second hand.

Preparing for a new born baby is one of the most expensive things a person can do, especially at present when money is tight.

So how do you keep on top of costs and ensure you don’t over spend?  By choosing to purchase second hand goods; according to a survey undertaken by www.preloved.co.uk, one of the UK’s biggest online classified ad websites. Over 300% more parents are buying second hand this year compared to the same time last year.

Preloved, which is free to buy and sell on, enjoys 2 millions unique visits every month from bargain hunters and people clearing their clutter.

In a survey of 1,650 new parents or parents-to-be Preloved.co.uk found that a staggering 89% had purchased more than three items second hand for their new born or impending birth.

67% of those stated that pushchairs/prams and cots have been their top purchases, with 23% explaining they had bought everything second hand.

73% found these items either online or using classified ads.

Interestingly, 43% of those surveyed had also sold their own items before the birth of their child to make some extra money and also much needed room.

Those surveyed seemed unwilling to spend huge amounts of money, with people being more conscious of prices since the economic downturn. Preloved.co.uk  themselves have noticed a huge increase in demand for second hand children’s items over the last three months, with enquiries having almost tripled when compared to the same period last year.

One couple surveyed had saved up £1,500 which they estimated would just about cover the cost of pushchair, cot, car seat, clothing, a month’s worth of nappies and feeding equipment. By buying second hand, the couple managed to reduce this amount to only £575.

Ian Buzer MD of Preloved says,

“A couple of years ago people seemed to enjoy the thrill of spending vast amounts of money during the first few months of their child’s life. However, as babies are only in these items for a very small amount of time, people now seem to be catching on to the fact that you can get absolute bargains in mint condition if you opt to buy second hand. People no longer want to waste their hard earned money.

“This surge of demand is great for all our sellers on Preloved too as they recoup their costs and clear some space by selling these items once they are no longer required.

“We aim to bring make it easier for mums to have contact with other mums in their local area to help share the cost of bringing up their children. By keeping it local we hope to provide a safer more community feel than sites like eBay.”

ENDS

For more information or to talk to case studies, please feel free to contact Rich Leigh, 10 Yetis Public Relations Agency on 01452 348 211 or rich@10yetis.co.uk.

Notes to editors

Preloved was founded in 1998 and has grown to become one of the largest classified ads sites in the UK, with hundreds of thousands of second hand items for sale as well as thousands of product reviews and a highly populated and active forum.

The site prides itself on the fact that all private ads are completely free to post including a photo, with absolutely no listing fees, no selling fees and no catches, giving sellers and credit-crunched Brits a free and simple way of clearing their clutter. Popular sections on the site include; but are not limited to, baby clothes and equipment, children’s toys, furniture, vehicles, caravans and wedding dresses.

Free membership to the site gives users the ability to list items for sale, participate in forum activity and respond to ads that are over 10 days old, whilst full membership costs just £5 for a year and allows users to respond to ads the minute they are posted, ensuring they get first refusal on the best deals.

1Jul/090

The Heatwave begins

This week forecasters predict that we could experience some of the hottest days of the summer so far and said there is a 60% chance of temperatures reaching 32C (89.6F). The Met Office has issued a "heat health" warning for this week.

The Department of Health have advised staying in the shade during the hottest parts of the day, avoiding strenuous activities and to stay hydrated by drinking plenty.  Children and the elderly are most at risk.  Air conditioning fans at home are a good way to keep cool and having ice lollipops in is another way to keep fluid levels up.  As we are not use to such hot weather lasting for so long, it is important to follow the advice on offer.  Too much sun can lead to health complaints, some short term such as dehydration and heat stroke.  But these can easily be avoided by looking after yourself in the sun.

NetVoucherCodes provides a massive selection of retailers that can help you prepare yourself and your family for the hot weather. There are retailers covering sun cream, sun-hats, fans, aftersun, sunglasses, summer clothing and footwear.  These products can be essential in ensuring you stay safe in the sun.  You don't have to sepnd a fortune either, as many retailers on www.netvouchercodes.co.uk have offers, vouchers and Summer Sales currently on at present, some as much as 70% off!

Here is just a small selection of the retailers available on www.netvouchercodes.co.uk; Boots.com, Sunglasses UK, AirConDirect, Miss Selfridge, Simply Beach, New Look, Born2BeCool, Kids Shoe Factory, Debenhams, D&A Designer Sunglasses, Schuh and Superdrug.

So for all your summer sun needs, remember to visit NetVoucherCodes for special offers, deals and discount codes.

For more information contact Joanne Jones : pr@netvouchercodes.co.uk

29Jun/090

Giftedgadgets – the UK’s No.1 for Wurlitzer Jukeboxes

If you’re in the market for a superb Wurlitzer jukebox, look no further than Giftedgadgets.com.

The UK-based company are major authorised suppliers of a range of Wurlitzer jukeboxes, such as the Peacock Model 850, Classic 2100, Princess, and various One More Time models including the iPod dock version with CD changer.

In the nostalgic design of the most beautiful jukebox ever built, the OMT with CD changer plays your favourite 100 CDs whilst hooking up your iPod can allow up to 10,000 tracks. Thrown into the mix is the original ACOUSTIMASS® Three-Speaker System by Bose which provides a superb stereophonic quality.

For an absolutely timeless addition to your living room, bedroom or office, head to Giftedgadgets and they’ll deliver your new jukebox free of charge.

26Jun/090

Schools Out – Nearly…

It's getting to that time of year again when the kids have finished school and are looking for ways to entertain themselves.  Maybe you are jetting them off to a sunnier climate, or they're going for some fun at the local play scheme?  There are lots of ways to keep them out of mischief, sometimes you just need a few ideas.  Here at MyUKDiscountCodes.com we like to save you money and offer you a huge range of retailers at which to choose from.  From outdoor trampolines to arts and crafts, DVD's to bicycles - you will be able to find the perfect products to stave off the boredom.

There are big brand retailers available at MyUKdiscountCodes including Evans Cycles, Game, Play.com, Early Learning Centre, Hamleys, Toys R Us and many, many more.  Plus some less well known retailers such as Trampled Underfoot, Bouncy Happy People, Yellow Moon, All Jigsaw Puzzles and Bargain Crazy to name a few.  Many of the great retailers on site offer discounts, special offers and voucher codes - all of which make sure you keep more of your money in your pocket.  So there are a few ways to sort your child's Summer Holiday activities out, however as you browse around MyUKDiscountCodes, you will be sure to find some other retailers that catch your attention.

Now unless your child is leaving school this year, generally you will need to invest in brand new school uniforms, pens, pencils, backpacks, shoes and so on.  There are some fantastic money saving deals on at present, one of the best is at Marks and Spencers who are offering 3 for 2 on schoolwear plus free delivery!  You can also find the essentials at MiniBarratts, bucklemyshoe, Debenhams, WHSMith and Littlewoods - many of which have on offer a discount code that will save you cash.

So for all your Summer Holiday needs and clothing and equipment to start the new school year in style - remember to visit http://www.myukdiscountcodes.com for great retailers and even better savings!

For More Information Contact Joanne Jones, Creative Director - pr@myukdiscountcodes.com

18Jun/090

Costumefinder Becomes UK’s Leading Online Store For Fancy Dress

London, Uk ( Prfire ) June 17, 2009 – “Let it be a birthday party or a Christmas party in your friend’s home, it will be excellent to wear the fancy dress that suits the theme of the celebration. The last decade has brought great popularity to the fancy dress. It seems that people out there are really happy to entertain others or feel like to be in another personality atleast for the one evening of some special occasions. With the introduction of the superhero movie costumes like the Spiderman costume and the batman costume, the popularity of the fancy dress is growing faster than ever before. With all these years of expertise in selling fancy dress, we understand what our customers are looking for and that is the reason which we have raced ahead of the other fancy dress stores in the market”, says Mr. Benedict Smythe of costumefinder.com.

Speaking about the new fancy dress collection available at Costumefinder.com, Mr. Benedict Smythe said, “Unlike the conventional costumes, the fancy dress is the one that needs to be changed based on the seasons and occasions. Obviously it will not be wise to wear Halloween costumes during birthday celebrations. This is where our expertise comes into play. All you have to is to explain us about the nature of the celebrations and we can get the best suited costume designed and created for you. Fancy dress is not limited to costumes. There are many accessories available for adding more details to your costumes. Let’s consider the Halloween accessories available with us for example. There are some packages called Devil kits which will include the costumes and the accessories that can make your fancy dress unique in the crowd. To the added advantage you can make huge savings while buying these kits. You should have noted that the all in one kits for fancy dress is not widely available in the market except for a
few stores like ours.”

Speaking on the move, Mr. Benedict Smythe said, “The 80s and 70s fancy dress is becoming very popular too. This makes us believe in the fact that today fashion trends are tomorrow’s fancy dress costumes. You will never miss out any trends in the fancy dress world as we keep on updating our inventory frequently. Each day, lots of new fancy dress collection are added to our shelves and that makes or clients happy about our store. Thanks to all our clients who made it possible for us to make it to the top of the market.”

About costumefinder.co.uk

Costume Finder features a huge selection of fancy dress costumes and accessories for all ages which are guaranteed to make your party extra special. Of which include Christmas costumes, Halloween costumes, other seasonal costumes, as well as everyday costumes too. For more information, visit www.costumefinder.co.uk

Contact:
Via e-mail: sales@costumefinder.co.uk
Via Telephone: 0845 226 72 66
Offices:
Extreme Party Solutions LTd
Dalton House,
Windsor Avenue,
London,
SW19 2RR

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1Jun/090

Easydisplay outdoor banner stands providing innovative outdoor advertising at point-of-interest

When it comes to the employment of banner stands in outdoor areas stability and weather resistance are the main concerns. To assure a quick and uncomplicated setup of a banner stand as well as its optimal transportability most banner stands are light weighted and finely wrought. In outdoor areas these qualities of banner stands can turn to be disadvantages. For example, most banner stands cannot resist a stronger blowing wind. To ensure the outdoor usability of a banner stand at the point-of-interest or the point-of-sale the structural design of a banner stand has to provide one more feature. Besides mobility, flexibility and transportability a banner stand has to be stable.

Easydisplay International Ltd. Co. has realized this necessity and therefore developed diverse banner stands especially intended to be used in outer areas. The most distinguished solution for providing the stability of a banner stand is the application of a water tank. Within the product portfolio of Easydisplay International Ltd. Co. there are several types of banner stands into which water tanks are integrated. The X-type banner stands produced by Easydisplay International Ltd. Co. – Easy X Budget Outdoor Banner Stand, Easy X Luxury Outdoor Banner Stand – are in fact conceptually designed for indoor employment. Via a steel spring a water tank can be attached to the central connecting piece of an X-type banner stand. Thus the water tank with a capacity of 25 l forms the stable base of an X-type banner stand which now is prepared for outdoor employment. Nonetheless the primal features of a banner stand – mobile, flexible – do not get lost.

The X-type banner stands including an empty water tank weighs only 2.5 kg (1.5 kg without water tank).
Another banner stand which also gains stability via a water tank is the Y-type banner stand: Easy Y Outdoor Banner Stand. Originally designed for outdoor employment the Y-type banner stand is composed of an extension mast which can be easily attached to a water filled base by a screw plug. The Easy Y Outdoor Banner Stand including an empty water tank weighs 4.8 kg. The water tank has a capacity of 18 l. More Information: http://www.easydisplay.com.cn/Outdoor-Displays.28.0.html
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Easydisplay International Co., Ltd.

No. 8 Cai Jia Bang road,
Guo Xiang town
Suzhou, China

Tel: +86-512-6569 0844
Fax: +86-512-6569 0844
E-mail: info(at)easydisplay.com.cn

http://www.easydisplay.com.cn

31May/090

Easydisplay International Co., Ltd. develops first completely biodegradable banner stand: the Easy X Bamboo Banner Stand

Easydisplay International Co., Ltd. - manufacturer of banner stands - has sensed the necessity of ecological responsibility. Therefore the China based German company has developed a banner stand which is able to meet highest demands in every aspect. The Easy X Bamboo banner stand is made of premium, completely biodegradable bamboo.  Merely the central connecting piece and the hooks for anchoring the banner to the stand are made of recyclable plastic. Besides from the biodegradability the fast growing raw material bamboo has more ecological qualities to offer. A newly planted bamboo sprout only needs two years to grow to its full size by a growing rate of up to one meter per day. Often it reaches a height of more than 30 m. In a lifespan of 35 years a single bamboo can produce 15 km of utilizable haulm.  That makes bamboo to one of the most efficient plant material.
But also in terms of practical usage the Easy X Bamboo banner stand do not hold any disadvantages compared to a conventional banner stand. Bamboo possesses a high amount of lignin which provides strong durability. The natural structure of bamboo – round, light, hollow, and divided in single compartments – provides further stability. Moreover bamboo is waterproofed, highly chemically and fire resistant. Overall the natural characteristics of bamboo are predestinated to deliver a high-graded banner stand: light, robust, elastic.
Accordingly the Easy X Bamboo banner stand weighs only 1.7 kg. Designed for indoor point of sale application the Easy X Bamboo banner stand is set up in less than one minute and can be used with three different banner formats: W 50 x H 120 cm, W 60 x H 160 cm, W 60 x H 180 cm.  More information: http:// www.easydisplay.com.cn

Easydisplay International Co., Ltd.

No. 8 Cai Jia Bang road,
Guo Xiang town
Suzhou, China

Tel: +86-512-6569 0844
Fax: +86-512-6569 0844
E-mail: info(at)easydisplay.com.cn

http://www.easydisplay.com.cn

1May/090

FMfootwear – Look up at life by looking down and judge a man by his feet

A 240-page book titled ‘Never Trust A Man in Alligator Loafers’ has been released which claims you can judge a man by the type of shoes he wears, and how he walks in them. Author and professional shoe-ologist, Donna Sozio believes that through the patterns in shoes and the message that a person projects, a person can be read very clearly. She believes shoes have energy lines that no one really notices, such as maintenance or stitching.

“It’s an intuitive gift. Some people read palms. I read shoes,” she says.

The book features a range of information about different styles of shoes and how men wear them. It discusses the art of reading shoes and links the findings with personal advice, especially when dealing with relationships.

We choose our shoes. It's a reflection of who [people] are, what they think is possible,'' she adds.

''The book's basis is that you can only love someone else to the extent that you love yourself, and your shoes are a really good indicator of how much a person loves himself.”

To make sure that you get the look that you want to portray to others, FMFootwear.com have a range of men’s and women’s shoes for you to buy. And to stick with Dr Sozio’s tips, here is a sneaky peak of what the book suggests about the shoes men wear and what you can read from it. The book suggests that if a shoe is really clean and the stitching moves in one direction, the person may be balanced and organised

However, on the other shoe, Dr.Sole suggests that if a shoe has cluttered stitching, than the wearer may welcome chaos in his life. FMFootwear have a range of men’s smart shoes for business and casual wear across a range of top quality makes with a range of various stitching, including, Full Circle, H by Hudson and Firetrap.

The sole searching book, also says that if a man’s shoe has long laces then the man has boyish characteristics. If this is the look you want to portray to others, FMFootwear have a range of trainers and pumps from Caterpillar, Onitsuka Tiger, Replay, FLY London and Firetrap.

On the other foot, Sozio claims that if he wears no shoelaces, his is more of a serious type. FMFootwear have made sure that they are serious about what they sell and offer a range of boots for you to buy online. Customers can find a wide range of boots from H by Hudson, Caterpillar and Full Circle.

However, if you want to follow the strict style of Dr Sozio, she suggests that her favourite shoes for this year are boots in the autumn and flip-flop or sandals for spring. She says they are both sturdy and attractive shoes that are made to last.

FMFootwear have a range of men’s sandals for you to buy to make sure you look sturdy and attractive through the spring and summer months. Customers can browse a range of styles from a variety of brands including, Havaianas, Frisky, H by Hudson, Full Circle and Replay.

Sozio sees her work as a product of science. Known as “soleology” Sozio works through the art of what she calls the Trickle-Down Theory. Her work explains that a man’s relationship with himself trickles down onto every relationship he has, which includes his relationship with shoes and his relationship with his significant other.

Sozio found her interest in men’s shoes after realising in her own life looking at men’s shoes made dating easier and fun. She remembers a time when her date asked if he needed to get a new pair of shoes to go out with her. “I have been with guys that I say to myself, `Oh, he's great, but the shoes are ugh,”' says Sozio.

The shoe doctor started her work by renting a booth on the Venice, California boardwalk, were she hung up a shoe psychic sign. She recalls making a $20 tip for one reading. ''I saw that my advice was helping people and you could see it in their face,'' Sozio says.

Sozio's work reflects the state of the state of the economy and how it is affecting the nation. She advises people to wear better shoes to kick this downturn. She has seen many people opt for comfort shoes because they are worried about the current market, which don’t make a good statement.

''Success is always started from the bottom up,'' she says. “Don't just rest on your heels in marshmallow-white sneakers and wait until it blows over.''

There are so many great advantages to shopping with FMFootwear.com. Customers have the luxury of sitting back in their own home while having the opportunity of browsing through a collection of top designer brands selling a range of footwear.

Guests can expect quick delivery providing the item(s) are in stock, and have them delivered straight to your home, office or alternative address, without ever having to visit the highstreet. Another great feature is that visitors to FMFootwear, can purchase items that may have sold out on the highstreet, online.

The company has over ten years experience in the footwear industry, and have the inside approach to what their customers want when it comes to shopping for shoes. FMFootwear prides themselves on offering quality customer service and style, on desired new brands and products.

Many of FMFootwear’s clients have been extremely happy with the service, with many commenting on the speed of delivery and the exclusivity of the shoes stocked at FMFootwearSo make sure that your feet represent your personality this summer and visit www.fmfootwear.com

22Apr/090

Research about women car buyers

'Are car dealers getting it right for women drivers?' UK members of FOXY Lady Drivers Club were asked in a recent survey.

The research found that price was the critical factor in most instances and whilst the majority of women drivers claimed that their current car was good value for money some wondered if they could have negotiated a better deal.

A high percentage of women drivers (80%) said they would return to the same dealer but one in four had felt patronised in some way and almost half (47%) had taken a friend or colleague along for support.

FOXY Lady Drivers Club Director Steph Savill believes that most female car buyers face a choice between their local car dealer, offering convenience and personal service but where they may be patronised or overcharged, or car supermarket discounters, auction houses and online websites where the deal might look better but the service less personal, regardless of gender.

Many females object to taking someone with them when they go to a car showroom but they still do because they suspect they might get patronised or charged over the odds. Yet the same women are happy to negotiate a big ticket kitchen, bathroom or family holiday transaction on their own. Why should buying a new or used car be any less respectful, female friendly or enjoyable?”

Female buying behaviour

To understand the choices female car buyers face, members of FOXY Lady Drivers Club were asked how they did their new car shopping.

One in three had done their homework online by comparing makes and models at manufacturer and big car sales websites. This helped them decide their ideal car before setting out to negotiate the best deal. A quarter admitted to falling in love with a car on the basis of its looks and one in five had been influenced, for and against, by feedback from family and friends.

But when asked to rate the critical decision-making factors, most women adopted a similar and pragmatic approach to their final car shopping shortlist. Top of the list was 'price' followed by 'running costs' then 'safety'. CO emissions ranked fourth, marginally higher than 'lifestyle features', 'looks' (including colour), 'brand' and bottom of the list 'engine performance'.

Based on their last car buying experience, more than half the FOXY sample said they would buy the same vehicle make and model again but one in four planned to look at other car brands the next time around.

Can car shopping be more female friendly?

When asked how car shopping could be a more female friendly experience in future few respondents wanted to see more female showroom staff and over half the sample opposed the suggestion that more females were needed.

However almost all respondents (89%) were in favour of a 'no obligation' and fact-finding chat before the sales person took over and an honest 'no haggle' price policy from the outset.

This suggests that local car dealers can do more to please their female customers and perhaps this honest and transparent approach might help them compete with discount car supermarkets and websites who sell direct.

Steph Savill saw lots of sales opportunities for local dealers commenting
“We hear of females driving to distant car supermarkets they don't know or travelling '00s of miles to collect a new car they haven't seen, rather than give their local dealer the chance to compete. Unless local dealers do a better job of communicating their local advantage, best price and a female friendly welcome, I can see more women drivers doing their homework online and ending up cutting out the local middle man. What we need is more, not less, choice for the customer in future.”

How can car dealers sell to more women in future?

Steph believes that the best car dealers and dealerships need to start by getting their service levels right for women, to then bridge the female confidence gap with a view to the future.

On the basis of earlier research about women's buying habits Steph had developed the FOXY Choice website to promote the quality credentials of female friendly car dealers and dealerships who signed a commitment to “never knowingly overcharge, patronise or sell customers products or services they do not need or want.”

No matter the car type, make or model” she explained “women drivers should be able to go car shopping on their own and rely on value for money, a genuine female friendly welcome and a good day out. And seeing this from a commercial perspective, any female buyer who then suspects that she might have been better served elsewhere is highly likely to try a different new car dealer the next time around.”

About the Survey

Carried out by research company 'Shape The Future' in December 2008 this included a sample of 332 members of FOXY Lady Drivers Club who had previously bought a brand new, nearly new or used car from a used car dealer or main car dealership in the UK. The top five car brands included in this survey were Ford, Vauxhall, Renault, VW and Nissan.

If this subject interests you and you'd like to know more about garage services as well, you can read FOXY's Garage Guide for information about female friendly garages and dealerships selling and servicing new and used cars.

20Apr/090

Blow away the blow out baby budget and visit Bedebyes

A recent study has revealed that British parents fork out a whopping £27,500 on their child before they are even three- with most of the money spent within the first year of the child being born. Before their first birthday, £18,000 is spent on the precious youngsters, proving that babies are costing more than ever before.

The survey, titled ‘The Baby Budget 2009’ looked at a variation of spending costs, including, baby and maternity wear, toys and entertainment, childcare, furniture and food. Launched by Gurgle.com, over 3,000 mothers and mothers-to-be took part in the survey, to discover that most of the money is spent before the child is even born.

The survey revealed that parents spend, on average, £4,000 on products for their new born, including £91.45 on clothes, and £71.79 on toys before they have even met their child. Most of the money is spent on decorating the home with a nursery for the child to sleep and play in. Around £3,383 is spent on decorating and furnishing the nursery, and a further £605 on prams, buggies and car seats.

The credit crunch has taken its toll on many prospective parents, with the survey revealing that more than half of the parents were actively trying to cut costs where they can, implementing a host of cost saving measures. Parents to be have so much to bear in mind when preparing for their newborn, that they often forget how much they are spending, and waste too much time shopping for products, resulting in them spending far too much.

To ensure that costs are kept to a low during the expensive time, interior nursery furnishing company, Bedebyes, offer a wide range of stunning products at excellent prices to feature in your baby’s nursery, including a wide range of baby bedding and nursery interior bedding to suit all tastes to create a perfect interior for your newborns nursery.

The packages known as ‘Room in a Box,’ and ‘Bed-e-bundles,’ can save parents time and money when preparing for their newborn, allowing parents to relax and enjoy the pregnancy without worrying about decorating and furnishing the nursery.

The bed-e-bundles feature a variety of products, one which includes a five piece bedding set, featuring a quilt, bumper, fleece blanket, jersey sheet and single flat sheet for just £57.73. Other offers with the bed-e-bundle section include the Quilt and Bumper bundles from just £44.03.

The ‘room in a box’ package, includes lined tape or tab top curtains with tie backs, quilt, fleece blanket, two-pack flat and fitted sheets, sleeping bags, cot bedding essentials, laundry bags, nappy stacker, wall canvas, light shade and cuddle and dry towel pack, all featuring one of the three collections of your choice, making an inviting interior for your babies nursery.

Bedebyes offers their customers a variation of lovable collections, designed to give expectant parents the essential soft furnishings to build a beautiful babies nursery. Individually embroidered onto each of their products are three lovable animal collections, creating a theme for your babies nursery.

The charming collections, ‘Spike and Buzz’, a hedgehog and bee; ‘Bramble and Smudge’ two little bears and ‘Zippy Zebra’ are to be incorporated into the larger collections and packages, to ensure parents have that special nursery for their precious child.

The little animals, across the three collections, are carefully embroidered onto the luxurious fabrics, creating a completely different style and atmosphere for all expecting parents, and a unique delightful charm for the little one’s nursery.

The ‘Spike and Buzz’ collection adorns a playful bee and adorable hedgehog, luxuriously appliquéd onto the exquisite fabrics.  The soft, woven fabrics are encompassed in stripes varying in shades of buttercup, orange, lime and toffee with aqua accents, finished with rich cream elements to complement the colourful shades.

Beautifully finished with pin tucks, badge detailing and contemporary design, this nursery collection creates a picturesque interior for parents and their newborn to enjoy.

‘Bramble and Smudge’ are beautifully embroidered on luxurious appliquéd fabrics, baby soft cord, snugly fleece and linen, complemented by faux leather detailing. Finished with natural shades of vanilla, oatmeal, chocolate brown, this classic range holds a timeless elegance, making it a popular choice for a newborn and their nursery.

The character of Zippy Zebra is carefully embroidered onto the quirky collection, complemented by badge details, appliquéd fabrics and piping, expressing the lovable charms of Zippy.

The playful collection combines luxurious velour, soft cotton waffle and a fun swirl print, mixed with warm shades of orange, cherry and chocolate on rich cream, highlighted with a twist of aqua.

Bed-e-byes director Rob  Smith  said, “We understand  that people looking for nursery interiors are busy and so our room in a box idea is about giving them everything they need to furnish a nursery in a single box.

“It’s for people who want to achieve an elegant, co-ordinated look. We provide 14 practical and stylish products in each range that cover everything from bedding and curtains to accessories and storage.

“Nursery décor has become more sophisticated in recent years and we believe our luxury products, all made from quality fabrics sourced in Europe, taps into the current trend.”

The website www.bedebyes.com was recently launched as a one stop shop for nursery bedding and soft furnishings. The design and layout of the site has been made simple and easy to use so that shopping for your newborn is easy and convenient.

The company’s in-house design team have more than 15 years’ experience in nursery fabrics and products and have created three special ranges for their first collection direct to consumers.

Customers can also opt to buy co-ordinating fabric if they want their own custom-made items to match. Bed-e-byes products are now sold at a growing number of independent nursery stores around the country. A list of stockists can be found on the website. All products are safety tested to a level beyond those required by British and European standards for customers’ peace of mind, including the Tog rating BS1877 bumper tests.

20Apr/090

Death of the bargin shoe – FMFootwear

This year, retailers have seen the bargain shoe slip back onto the shelf, while women opt for the more tasteful, less ‘sole-destroying’ footwear to keep their feet in tip top condition.

While this option may seem the least cost effective, women are realising that they are spending more on cheap shoes that don’t last a rainy day, and in the long term, buying reliable pricier shoes, works out cheaper.

About.com, through a number of polls has found that women are looking for comfort and style when searching for the perfect shoe. A recent poll found that 19 per cent of women looked for comfort when buying new shoes and only 5 per cent looked at the actual cost of the shoe.

Yet in this current recession, many women don’t have much choice other than to save the pennies for the latest Jimmy Choo’s or splash the cash on cheap bargain pairs, were the sole falls out at the end of the day or the heel snaps off. However, help is at hand with the aid of FMFootware, an online shoe company offering the latest designer shoe brands at fantastic prices.

FMFootware have been online since 2006, and stock a range of shoe designers, including, Firetrap, FLY London, Replay and H by Hudson.

FMFootwear pride themselves on offering a hassle free environment for customers to shop for the latest designer brands on the market only found in selected shops on the high street.

The site is currently offering a variety of styles including, the gladiator sandals, platform shoes and wedges currently hot for the 2009 spring shoe market.

Gladiator Sandals

Gladiator sandals took off by storm last year, with everyone stepping into the trend. Now, they are set to make a bigger comeback during spring 2009, with a variety of Roman-inspired shoes to choose from.

FMFootwear are currently offering a range of sandals, including gladiator sandals throughout spring.

Rocket Dog have launched in their spring collection, a selection of gladiator sandals which can currently be purchased at FMFootwear.

Sandals from Replay and Full Circle can also be bought with up to 40 per cent off, and up to half price off Blowfish and J Shoes sandals.

Platform shoes

Platform shoes have done a Full Circle with the shoe company launching a selection of high heeled shoes to complement any style of dress, jeans or skirt, many with up to 40 per cent off.

FM Footwear are also offering a range of platform shoes from Ash, which can be bought with up 50 per cent off.

The platforms are the best way to make you look taller, feel slender and sexier when heading out for the night.

Wedges

With summer fast approaching, many of us are rushing to the beautician to get our toenails painted so we can wear our peep toe shoes and sandals.

With the wedge making a spring 2009 comeback, FM Footwear have stocked up on a selection of the shoes for you to browse and purchase at your leisure.

EMU Australia has launched a new collection in a variation of shades including black, white and light brown.

The wedge is the best way to add more height for women who don’t often wear high heeled shoes.

FMFootwear also feature an array of boots, trainers and menswear in their collection. Visitors to the site can also purchase a 12 month gift voucher for their family or friends, the perfect gift when choosing the right shoes is never easy.

There are so many great advantages to shopping with FMFootwear. Customers have the luxury of sitting back in their own home while having the opportunity of browsing through a collection of top designer brands selling a range of footwear.

Guests can expect quick delivery providing the items(s) are in stock, and have them delivered direct to your home, office or alternative address, without ever having to visit the high street.

Another great feature is that visitors to FMFootwear, can purchase items that may have sold out on the highstreet online. The company has over ten years experience in the footwear industry, and have the inside approach to what their customers want when it comes to shopping for shoes.

Many of FMFootwears clients have been extremely happy with the service, with many commenting on the speed of delivery and the exclusivity of the shoes stocked at FMFootwear. So make sure your feet feel the comfort and luxury of designer shoes this spring by visiting http://www.fmfootwear.com