Design Block Zero has just launched its fashion-forward online store. The designs, on short- and long-sleeved Tees, are hip and edgy without being calculated. The line uses materials that are comfortable, and the fit is snug and sleek. DBZ is a luxury brand and delivers a refreshing look that stands out in even the coolest urban setting. The Magic Pipe design (pictured) comes in slate, with a lime, black and white “Magic Pipe” graphic and DBZ logo on front right chest, with Design Block Zero “all you need” text on left sleeve.

In the world of celebs and pols who inspire love and hate with equal passion, who would have thought that food goddess Rachael Ray could out-muscle Hillary Clinton, Martha Stewart or anyone else you could name for the top slot. So here are a few places where you can worship or whack the Queen of the Kitchen:

Every Day with Rachael Ray

All Things Rachael Ray

Rachael Ray’s Food Network page

Slate: Why Food Snobs Should Quit Picking on Her

Wikipedia: Rachael Ray

Rachael Ray Sucks Community

The minutes are counting down until Super Bowl XLI at Dolphin Stadium in Miami. So let’s just be clear about this: time is not on your side. If you’ve been considering buying a big screen TV but you can’t make a decision, well…as the coach always says: “He who hesitates is lost.” So here are a few links to get you going on making that big purchase. Remember: study your playbook, know your opponent, and don’t get sacked!

Bigger, better televisions make news at Consumer Electronics Show

Big Screens for the Big Game

Broadband-Enabled Televisions to Reach 162 Million by 2011

Televisions at CES 2007: Laser beams and wide gamuts

Electronics stores

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January, as we all know, is the “white sale” month. But that outdated term barely covers it anymore. We’re not just talking about bland everyday sheets and towels, but all sorts of textiles and decor items on discount. Pillows, most notably, seem to be propping up sale signs everywhere. Bombay Company has pillows and silk window panels on clearance, and to our surprise some of the panels at 108″ long would actually fit today’s windows. How convenient is that?

Or wait until next season. Yes, you’re out of cash from holidays. Still, January is the best time to buy a coat. You can wear it for the rest of the winter; the selections have not been totally plundered by the masses and the prices are about as good as they get. Here’s a tip — you might even find a trench or car coat to extend beyond the snowy season, thereby better justifying the expense. We like the belted styles on winter jackets and trench coats at Tommy Hilfiger, though we’re still waiting for some prices to drop. Exhibit A above.

If, like us, you find yourself in a high def mood after receiving games and DVDs for Christmas, don’t despair. The electronics sales continue. The Samsung HD LCD TV (can you string more acronyms?) above is just one of many choices lingering as retailers push promotions into the New Year. At 32 inches, this TV is no one’s idea of a big-screen (at least not in this century) but it is suitable for bedrooms, sitting areas, smaller game areas etc. It’s got the wide-screen ratio, a slim body and it’s priced at the moment at Circuit City for under $1,300. Want to eek out another 5 inches? Check out the 37 inch HD, LCD at Philips Direct, priced at under $1500.