Tim Lincecum...quote of day! Butt talk...



The fans weren't whistling Dixie!

At the climatic end to the Philly game the other evening, a posse of sports reporters descended on the Giants sizzling hot baseball pitcher - Tim Lincecum - for a direct quote on a phenomenon that was perplexing 'em throughout the frenzied night under a romantic canopy of stars.

"What's with all the whistling, Tim," a reporter quizzed.

Of course, he referring to the wolf whistles that continued to emanate from the bleachers Lincecum's way - on the pitcher's mound - throughout the entire game on Philly turf.

A news anchor chuckled, and threw in his own two cents worth, as the newsies waited for the celebrated ball player's response.

"They're kind-a like those 'ya hear at construction sites when a babe strolls by."

The long-haired ball-player - with the delicate porcelain features - laughed heartily as he uttered up the quote of the day.

"I guess it's because I have a pretty butt or something," he beamed tongue-in-cheek.

The reporters roared.

Just betcha, the high-profile athlete's response will be rustling up a sponsor's call from either Calvin Klein or Giorgio Armani to model a sexy pair of tightie-whities in the near future!

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Immigration & Customs Enforcement...arrests fashion counterfeiters! San Francisco raids...

Vera Wang designs vulnerable to counterfeits!

Shortly after Bill Clinton walked daughter Chelsea down the aisle on his arm at her high-profile wedding over the weekend in Rhinebeck (NY), local news anchors reported on the stunning wedding gown designed by leading fashion designer, Vera Wang.

In follow-up newsbites, young brides-to-be were invited to stay tuned, to learn how they could "whip" up the same pricey "look" for their own special occasion at the altar to fall within their budget constraints.

You betcha!

Right now, in back-door shops around the country, a host of dress designers are probably tossing together wedding gowns that echo the exquisite gown worn by Chelsea at a fraction of the cost.

It's called a "knock-off - and the practice of copy-catting - is a prevelant trend in the highly-competitive fashion industry.

But, when a clothing manufacturer steals a design outright and stamps it with a designer's label (without permission or license) - of Vera Wang, for example - that is a fraudulent act which prompts Law Enforcement to sit up and take notice.

In fact, on Tuesday, prosecutors announced that they just conducted a sweep and have charged operators of eight boutiques in the Bay area, for allegedly turning out designer fakes which were actually cut-and-seamed together in China.

According to the US attorney for Northern California and U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the twenty-five count indictment is part of the largest federal enforcement action ever taken against West Coast retailers suspected of selling counterfeit designer apparel and accessories.

And, the government takes these matters seriously for good reason.
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"Trademark infringement and intellectual property crime not only cost this country much needed jobs and business revenues, but the illegal importation of substandard products can also pose a serious threat to consumers' health and safety," an official noted in a terse press release on the heels of the arrests.

The accused knock-off artists were charged with conspiracy, smuggling goods into the U.S., and trafficking in counterfeit (fake) goods.

"To consumers who think designer knock-offs are a harmless way to beat the system and get a great deal, 'buyer beware','" said ICE Director John Morton.

"The investigation has led to the seizure of nearly 100 million dollars worth of counterfeit merchandise [based on the manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) had the products been legitimate]," a statement said.

The luxury-brand fakes were packaged under known product names such as Prada, Louis Vuitton, Kate Spade, Nike, Armani, and Coach.

Tourists may have been hood-winked by the clever fakes that show up on retail shelves in the form of tony handbags, luxurious scarves, designer sunglasses, butter-smooth leather wallets, and snazzy eye-catching watches.

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Swimsuits (Spring 2010)...sizzlin' hot threads for coolin' down at the beach!

The mercury is rising in the downtown streets of Frisco as residents - and tourists alike - trot off to a spa or Hotel pool (or one of the pristine beaches nearby) to cool down and catch a few rays.

But, the discerning social butterfly, is not about to don last year's water-logged worn-out "look".

Especially, in view of the fact designer swimwear on the market right now, is apt to set a true trendsetter apart from the tawdry struggling masses.

Besides, a sexy come-hither look isn't going to cut it on its lonesome, honey!

There are a myriad of scintillating offerings for the ladies - one pieces, bikini-style stunners, stringie-thingies that take the breath away - you name it.

But, the big emphasis is on splashy eye-catching colors boosted  up with bright bold-faced designs etched beautifully on fabrics that sheath, hug, flaunt - well - you get the idea.

Men will be in-the-face, too, and not just kicking up sand, baby!

Confident strident macho guys will be slipping into speedo-style trunks that show-off the package.

Or, lounging about in surfer-style boxers that double as wave-catchers or sporty shorts that emphasize a dude's signature style (on the beach and off).

The suits pictured  here - courtesy of Calvin Klein, Giorgio Armani, & Aussiebau - are sure to make a big splash as summer turns the corner into full glory a few weeks from now.

Surfs up!

 

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Giorgio Armani...Men's casual chic springs forward this season!

For spring/summer 2009, Armani is pushing a casual chic for men with the pannache to pull the look off.

Some of the offerings hail from the past - because oldies are golden goodies - after all.

Like the guru shirt - a mainstay that has made the rounds from generation to generation unscathed - save for an updated flourish or two to weather fashion's fickle trends.

Team it up with a pricey pair of designer jeans, quality loafers (sans socks), and a slouchy hat with distinct personality.

Cardigans - once sported by Dad to tool around the house - are now being worn flush against naked flesh and open at the neck and chest to reveal buffed torsos.

If you've got it, why not flaunt it with style?

A dress slack with pleats or cuffs , paired with well-crafted high-end shoes, round out the ubiquitous man-about-town appeal.

Bomber style leather jackets - with snaps and zippers (or not) - are making an entrance again this spring in slick, glossy fabrics, that add a splash of excitement to the outerwear.

Daring dudes will team it up with white linen pants, a raging pink silk dress shirt, and just maybe slip into one-of-a-kind cowboy boots!


In spite of these peacock rages venting themselves near and far, there will still be a big focus on elegant understated quality suits sparked up with classy accessories (such as designer ties, gold cuff-links on french cuffs, well-crafted signature belts, and even puffed-up pocket handkerchiefs hanging just so).



Life's not a dress rehearsal, 'ya know.

Get with it, Dude!

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David Beckham...disc jockeys in awe of crotch in underwear ads!

I felt like I was in some backwater town when I was cruising along Paradise Road and by chance flipped on a local radio station.

A couple of talkative disc jockeys were chatting each other up over David Beckham's scintillating billboard ads sprouting up around the Nation.

I posted an item on that months ago. Old news, isn't it? Gee, news travels at a snail's pace in Sin City, I guess.

One disc spinner noted that the risque blurbs of Becks in tight undies caused quite a commotion in San Francisco. And - I got the distinct impression that he was afraid that the mere mention of the gay mecca by the bay - might turn his sexual persuasion the other way. Or, at least make his own preference suspect.

"That underwear thing is - uh - big up there," he noted with a suspiciously fake masculine tone to his voice.

"Is it a Calvin Klein ad," the other host queried.

Duh!

Well, it was pretty obvious the other guy was hetero, all the way.

Any self-respecting gay man would know that the splashy sexy ads are for Menswear Designer, Emporio Armani.

"The thing about this underwear - um - is that it makes your business look big."

Ah, this is the one occasion I regretted there was no visual image to match up with the dialogue. Did he actually utter that comment with a - er - straight face?

Business? Are they in the dark ages in Vegas?

Heh dudes, it's okay to say package, Johnson, crotch - whatever.

In fact, no one in the range of your air waves is going to cringe, I expect. After all, this is the land of the scantily-clad bodacious babe and "thunder" from down under!

Well, maybe a bit of locker-room chat will give a handful of horny listeners a swelled - um - head. Don't know about you dudes, but suggestive words can be a naughty thrill to some if they're emoted just right.

"And, he looks humongous," the jock continued.

Ah, the dude has obviously been taking a serious gander at those shots, eh?

I am surprised they didn't wonder aloud if Becks was uncircumcised - the soccer stud being a Brit - and all.

Maybe, the Armani folks will bring out the uncut version at a later date, do 'ya think?

"Well, he's no Mario Lopez for sure," the observant (!) dude chuckled before moving on to the next tidbit of gossip.

Mario who?

The long and short of it? Obviously, Becks gets a kick out of the titillation and thrills.

Check out the impromptu snap below taken recently on a downtown Hotel balcony.

Wonder who's on the end of his scope?

I'm betting it's not Posh, that's for sure!