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Of A Kind: The Next Iteration Of Flash Sale Fashion

Posted by melanie | 01/25/12 | No Comments

I have to admit, I’ve been holding out on you. One of my favorite sites for the past few months has been Of A Kind. The site features limited editions of cool, fashion-forward apparel and accessories from up and …

Krazy Kelsey: Do We Need A 12-Step Program For Social Stalking?

Posted by melanie | 03/10/11 | No Comments

The latest ads from Virgin Mobile feature the “relationship” of Brad and Kelsey. They had an amazing first date! And now she’s climbed a tree outside his bedroom window and is using her Android powered phone to surf his …

Ypulse Essentials: Jamie Oliver Expelled From LASD, NBA And Marvel Announce Apparel Line, B.o.B. and Christina Grimmie Go Viral

Posted by melanie | 02/07/11 | 1 Comment

Jamie Oliver’s “Food Revolution” (is halted as the superintendent of the LA School District shuts down filming of the second season because he insists the schools be portrayed in a positive light. Oliver may be let back into schools if …

Ypulse Essentials: Bieber’s Biopic, ‘Old Spice’ Satires, Playboy Launches Safe-for-Work Site

Posted by casey | 07/20/10 | No Comments

A Justin Bieber biopic (After stating his interest in filming his own Eminem-inspired “8 Mile,” Bieber’s script is reportedly in the works. Also, how did Bieber beat Gaga out in the Great YouTube Popularity Contest?) (Cinematical) (Urlesque)

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Ypulse Essentials: Holiday Shopping Goes Mobile, Nick Knocked For Ads, WSJ On Campus

Posted by meredith | 11/30/09 | No Comments

Holiday shoppers mobilize (a growing number of shoppers, particularly those 18 to 29, use their smartphones to find stores, compare prices and occasionally shop, giving savvy retailers with mobile sites an edge this season. Also virtual payment services BillMyParents and

Ypulse Essentials: Levi’s Says ‘Go Forth’, Young Women Prefer Mobile To PCs, Nick’s ‘AddictingGames Showdown’ Winners

Posted by meredith | 06/30/09 | No Comments

Levi’s urges Gen Y to ‘Go Forth’ (in a new campaign that seeks to act as a call to arms for young, optimistic consumers facing tough times. Plus, the latest “Open Happiness” ad from Coke aims to connect with African-American …

Ypulse Essentials: Barbie Arrives In China, Top Teen Global Brands, Yearbooks Endangered

Posted by meredith | 03/04/09 | 1 Comment

Barbie shakes up Shanghai (in anticipation of the six-story Barbie store opening this week, The Global Post records the mixed response to the invasion of the iconic American doll. Plus, the top teen global brands include Coca-Cola, Adidas and Nike …

Ypulse Essentials: Virgin Mobile Sponsors Britney’s Tour, Barbie’s Dream House Gets Digital, Bands Embrace Twitter

Posted by meredith | 01/29/09 | 1 Comment

Paris Hilton debuts scrapbook line (at the Craft and Hobby Association. And speaking of mismatched pairings, the accessories store Clares comes under fire for selling bedazzled flasks) (Newsday) (CBS)

- Virgin Mobile sponsors Britney’s Circus tour (the tour will …

Ypulse Youth Marketing Mashup East Audio Day Two

Posted by anastasia | 12/30/08 | No Comments

I know we said we’d post the audio we had from day two of our recent Boston event oh….back on December 18th. As they say, “Better late than never.” A huge thanks again to Ypulse reader Deepthi Welaratna, a freelance

Ypulse Essentials: Change.org On MySpace, Toons For Teens, Millennial Journalists And New Media

Posted by meredith | 11/24/08 | 2 Comments

Change.org on MySpace (The two sites team up to give Obama supporters a chance to help shape his agenda through the new grassroots campaign, “Ideas for Change in America.” Also what young women want from the Obama administration) (MediaPost, reg …

Ypulse Essentials: ‘The I’m Just Sayin’ Show’ Premieres, Banning Fast Food Ads, Teens Stand Up To Bullies

Posted by meredith | 11/20/08 | No Comments

‘The I’m Just Sayin Show’ (launched online last night. Check out Tilzy.Tv’s interview with creator Rex Sorgatz. My favorite quote is Sorgatz’ defense against the show being a hipster version of Julia Alison’s similar web series, “It’s actually a hipster …