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On the Street...15th St., NYC

On the Street...15th St., NYC

At Rochas

At Rochas

Zeus Linkedin mails still out for delivery

Since Monday there has been a bit of a deluge of Linkedin scam mails that redirect the end-user to Zeus data theft malware. It’s worth pointing out that these emails are still doing the rounds:


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In addition to drive by exploits attempting to install Zeus without permission, some of the sites are using the old “Upgrade your Flash player to continue” trick which will no doubt snare a few more victims. If you absolutely cannot live without using Linkedin via emails, it might be worth forcing yourself to switch to using site based communication only for the time being. Failing that, at least grab Noscript and make your browsing a lot safer.

Christopher Boyd

Cake Secrets

Because sometimes Wreckerators need to confess anonymously, too.

"My boss made me sweep the floor, even though I didn't make the mess. So I swept up, and then made her a special cake...

"...which somehow got set out for sale."

"You know that third time I asked you to spell 'congratulation' for me?

"I was totally messing with you."

"My watch is in there."

"Sometimes I like to draw vaguely obscene things on cakes...

"...and then tell your kids they're Oompa Loompas."

"I've never seen Star Wars."

"I told you it was a grill, but to be honest...

"I don't know what this is, either.

"Oh, and I licked the spoon."

"I really, really, REALLY....

"...don't like kids."

"I told my managers it'll never happen again, but...

"...wait'll they see where I put Snow White!"

Monica R., Sarina, Jes H., Kelly W., Heather S., Dee P., Marissa C., & Brian B, your secrets are safe with me. And everyone else on the Internet.

Oh, and if you guys like Post Secret, check out Frank's tour schedule; he may be coming to a city near you!

October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month 2010

National Cyber Security Awareness Month -- held every October since 2004 -- is a “national public awareness campaign to encourage everyone to protect their computers and our nation’s critical cyber infrastructure,” according to the organizers

It’s a cooperative venture of:
-- Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
-- National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA)
-- Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC)

The focus is promoting safe computing practices for home users, schools, businesses and governments to help them protect their computers, children and data.

 

More information on the Stay Safe Online site here.

Stay Safe Online has a very comprehensive page of security resources here.

Tom Kelchner

Horrible Bosses and Wanderlust

Jennifer Aniston Horrible Bosses and Wanderlust
Jennifer Aniston
will join a comedy movie with Colin Farrell, Jason Bateman, Charlie Day, and Jamie Foxx, titled Horrible Bosses, directed by Seth Gordon. The film focuses on a trio of employees who plot to murder their titular tyrannical supervisors. Aniston will play one of the bosses, a sexually aggressive dentist who harasses Charlie Day's character.

Jennifer Aniston has signed up to star in Wanderlust with Paul Rudd, who she co-starred with in 1998 movie The Object of My Affection. The script, which has been bought by Universal Pictures, was written by Rudd, Ken Marino, and David Wain with the latter also directing the film and will be produced by Judd Apatow. The movie tells the story of a married couple who join a commune after losing their money and deciding modern life is not for them.

btw.. The following is ddonej video, he's Jennifer Aniston fan

He says.. I just wanna say how much i love u and how much i need u..

:)

Tattoo Aftercare

Proper Care of a New Tattoo

So your impulsive behavior got the better of you and you finally got that cool tattoo done on yourself this New Year. Well, I know you can’t really blame yourself, that design was awesome and it would really look ultra fabulous with the sequined halter you purchased. But, sporting a new tattoo may not always be an easy affair. Once you have a new tattoo embedded into your skin, you also need to ensure proper care of the new tattoo. Tattoo aftercare is often forgotten in the initial euphoria of getting a tattoo done. Proper care of a new tattoo begins the moment you have engraved it upon your skin. Agreed, this is a work of art and it needs to be showcased to your friends, but tattoo care can help you in the long run and visibility of the permanent tattoo.

Tips on Tattoo Aftercare:

• Always listen to what the tattoo artist has to say. Most tattoo artists have their own set of instructions about the dos and don’ts of tattoo aftercare. Ensure you follow this routine even if you find it difficult to maintain it everyday. Sometimes, you may need to have the area bandaged to prevent it from being infected. Always stick to the instructions suggested by the tattoo artist in this case.
• Ensure you keep the area bandaged for at least 2 hours once the tattoo is done. Every person has a different texture of the skin and sensitivity factors so make sure you consult with the tattoo artist about this point. Never reuse any bandage.
• Once the bandage is off, wash your new tattoo under running water and use a gentle soap. Use your fingers to gently wash off the surface of the skin.
• Pat the area dry with the help of a clean paper towel. Avoid cloth as it may harbor certain bacteria and cause some reaction with skin.
• Consult your tattoo artist to know which cream would work the best for you. This will help skin to heal faster. Apply a thin layer of the cream and use it at least for 2 days. This will keep the area moisturized and it will also act as an effective disinfectant.
• Keep a check for two days and by the third day, you can switch to a light lotion. Look in the market for specific tattoo aftercare lotions that would be mild and without all the perfumes and additives. This will help to keep the area moist.
• Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun in the first week. After a few weeks, your tattoo will definitely need loads of light and air but overexposure to the sun may not really be good for the tattoo. The UV rays can cause the tattoo to fade at a faster rate. Later on, you can go in for a good quality sunblock.
• It is definitely fine to shower with a new tattoo. Tattoo aftercare in this case would be necessary when it comes to having a luxurious bath in the tub. This should be definitely avoided as soaking a tattoo for longer hours in the water does not exactly prove to be a good idea. You may even have to avoid a good swim for the initial weeks.
• The skin in that area may also peel off after a few weeks. This is normal and would happen because the skin has heeled. In such cases, do not touch that particular area of the skin. This is the time when your tattoo is healing, so simply avoid touching it fretting about it.
• Always try to wear loose fitting clothes. This would help prevent the constant rubbing of the cloth against the skin and also hjuuuuelp the tattoo to heal faster.
• In case of specific allergic reactions, you may need to consult the doctor immediately. This can happen because of the inks used or the skin may have reacted in a different way to the cream that is being used. Sometimes, you may require a change in the cosmetics or creams. In such cases, the doctor would be able to guide you which step you need to take with regards to tattoo aftercare.
• In case of swelling, use ice packs on the area. This will help to soothe the inflamed skin.

Follow these simple steps and sport your new tattoo without all the hassles. Tattoo aftercare is very important if you want your skin and the tattoo looking its best, in the long run.

New Tattoo Care

Body tattooing is the latest craze to make a personal style statement, especially among youngsters. Before it was a part of many cultures but today, people get a tattoo done to look cool or just for making a fashion statement. Whatever is the purpose behind getting a tattoo done, it is to be remembered that the ink used in making the design is permanent. In short, this form of body art should not be taken lightly and one should weigh the pros and cons before getting it done, not to forget, the painful procedure of injecting ink under the skin layer.

If you think having tattoos is a cool style, get the procedure done from a qualified tattooist. You can visit a reputed tattoo parlor in your area for the process. Nevertheless, the care instructions regarding body tattoos do not end with the painful procedure. But, there are certain things that are to be followed after the procedure for proper healing. Hence, getting yourself aware about new tattoo care tips is imperative for getting satisfactory results.

How to Care for a New Tattoo?

So, you have a new tattoo of a unique design that you have been wanting for a long time. Now, it is your turn to practice self care tips for proper healing of the wounds. Make sure you take a note of the new tattoo care instructions given by your tattoo artist. Many people tend to neglect aftercare tips, which ultimately lead to skin redness, swelling and infections. Discussed below are some new tattoo care guidelines, which you ought to follow within the first few weeks after the procedure:

Don't Disturb Dressing
The process of tattooing causes injuries to the skin tissues, which are prone to infections. After the procedure is over, the artist will wrap the new tattoo with bandage. Do not take out the bandage for at least 3-4 hours, or as per the directions of the artist. This will help prevent bacterial infections over the fresh wounds.

Clean New Tattoos
Once you have removed the bandage dressing, gently wash the new tattoo by using lukewarm water and mild antibacterial soap. Do not use any abrasive cloth to clean the area while washing. Rather, use your hands to wipe off slimy plasma (if any) from the tattoo surface. After the cleaning is done, dab the site with a clean and soft cloth.

Moisturize Tattoos
Keeping the new tattoo moist for 2-3 days is crucial to reduce excess scabbing and fading of the color. You can use tattoo aftercare lotion recommended by the tattooist. Follow the usage directions mentioned in the leaflet. Other alternatives for moisturizing new tattoos include perfume free lotion and over-the-counter skin ointments.

Avoid Sunburn and Repeated Soaking
Protect new tattoos from sunlight exposure as far as possible. Other than cleaning the new tattoos, do not soak them repeatedly or for a prolonged period of time. You should take quick showers, while ensuring that you are not irritating the tattoos. Do not go for sauna treatment, spas and swimming until the new tattoos are healed completely. In short, avoid activities that cause soaking of the tattoos unnecessarily.

While getting a tattoo done, safe inks of varied colors are injected to the skin by using needles. So, it is usual to notice peeling, flaking and slight scabbing of tattoos, which are all signs of skin healing. However, if proper new tattoo care tips are not practiced, there are risks of infections and delayed healing. Very often, increased skin scabbing is manifested that cause fading of tattoo design and color. To be more precise, caring for your new tattoo by practicing correct methods is essential to avoid skin problems and at the same time, for getting clear and bold tattoos.

Tingling in Fingers

When you experience tingling in fingers all of a sudden, you get a strange sense of discomfort. You can call it as a pins and needles kind of sensation or you can say it gives a prickling feeling or numbness. This may last for few minutes and disappear on its own. If it happens once in a while, then it is not a cause of concern. However, in case, it persists or recur again and again then it is likely to be triggered by some underlying health problems. It is mostly related to problems in nerves, muscles or blood circulation.

What Causes Tingling in Fingers

Some of the most commonly found causes of tingling in fingers are given below.

• Traumatic Injury: If you have sustained wrist or finger injury in the recent times, then it is possible that one or more of the nerves of the area got damaged and which can cause tingling feeling.
• Diabetes: This is a key cause of tingling in fingers. Diabetic patients often experience tingling in hands and feet due to nerve damage caused by the disease.
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: This is mostly caused by repetitive use of the wrist. For instance, people who are typing or playing keyboard or playing tennis regularly can have this problem. In such a condition, the median nerve of the wrist get pressed and gives rise to numbness and tingling in fingers.
• Multiple Sclerosis: This disease affects the central nervous system and thus, all the nerves of the body get damaged including those in the hands and fingers. It is a progressive disease that can have such a bad damaging effect on the nerves that it can even lead to paralysis.
• Circulation Problem: One fine morning, you get up from your sleep and discover tingling and numbness in fingers of one hand. This happens if you lie on your arm while sleeping. As a result, blood supply to the fingers get affected. It is a temporary circulation problem and it gets resolved as soon as the blood supply is resumed. There are some diseases like Raynaud's syndrome where the blood vessels of the hands are constricted and causes tingling in hands and fingers persistently.
• Other Causes: Some people may get this prickling sensation just before the onset of panic attack. Infectious disease like leprosy, frostbite, ganglion cysts, over dosage of vitamin B6, side effects of medicines are some of the other causes of tingling in fingers.

Tingling in Fingers Treatment

When you experience tingling fingers quite frequently, then it is advisable to visit a doctor for proper treatment of the problem. The exact cause is diagnosed with the help of physical examination of the affected hand, medical history of the patient and a few laboratory tests such as x-rays and MRI scan. If any underlying disease is responsible for this, then it is treated with suitable medicines in order to get rid of the problem. Diabetic patients are advised to keep their blood sugar level in check so that there is no further damage to the nerves. To heal up injuries, the hand should be rested for some time which depends on the severity of the injury. When pain accompanies the tingling feeling due to carpal tunnel syndrome, then pain relieving medicines are given to reduce the pain. Physical therapy is also very helpful for pain management. In serious cases, surgical option is availed to release the trapped nerve.

As you can see, tingling in fingers can be a serious issue. Therefore, you should not ignore the problem. Timely treatment can prevent any further damage to the fingers and restore their ability to function normally. To prevent numbness and tingling in hands and fingers, you must avoid repetitive motion of the wrist. Regular hand exercises can also be highly beneficial in this regard as they make the muscles of the area strong and flexible and prevent any kind of injury.

At Dries Van Noten

At Dries Van Noten

Big Box Stores

To say I love a bargain is an understatement! However, I’ve recently watched this documentary and couldn’t be more terrified.

I am simply going to leave this post at that as I prefer to stay clear of “politics” here and if you wish to learn more you can.

Oh a happier note, I’ll have a few pictures of some CA-UTE handmade items soon that I hope you love.

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On the Street...After Ralph Lauren, New York

On the Street...After Ralph Lauren, New York

At Dries Van Noten

The take away from this show? Steal your Dad's clothes, all your dad's clothes.

His shirts, his jeans, his sportcoats are all fair game now.

The great thing about this show and this look is that you don't have to wait till next Spring to dress like this. Layering oversized shirts, knits and sportcoats in Fall weights and textures can be a new and super cheap way to update your wardrobe.

At Dries Van Noten

The take away from this show? Steal your Dad's clothes, all your dad's clothes.

His shirts, his jeans, his sportcoats are all fair game now.

The great thing about this show and this look is that you don't have to wait till next Spring to dress like this. Layering oversized shirts, knits and sportcoats in Fall weights and textures can be a new and super cheap way to update your wardrobe.