tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-51796882796666478682024-03-28T20:30:08.280-07:00oc rewindUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger49125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5179688279666647868.post-76252103893402986002013-03-20T21:30:00.000-07:002013-03-20T21:30:02.553-07:00I'm allergic to shellfish??!!?<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">I had the loveliest oysters last week from Shuck Oyster Bar, a fairly new restaurant at the OC Mix last week. They were probably the freshest cleanest tasting oysters I've had in a long while, from a small unassuming little shop. I'm still dreaming of these beauties and counting the days until I can talk someone into buying me a dozen of these gems, along with a cold glass of crisp white wine. Yes, you can buy my friendship with twelve little oysters... I'm easy like that.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">The vinaigrette was fantastic! A great marriage of red wine vinegar, rice wine vinegar, cucumber, onion, sugar, all marinated together for a week to make the loveliest accompaniment to these delightfully fresh oysters shucked right in front of me at the counter.</span><br />
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<span itemprop="postalCode"></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5179688279666647868.post-72093414949075608392013-03-12T12:10:00.004-07:002013-03-12T12:10:53.655-07:00Slow down, relax, and have a cocktail<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Hello world! I had taken a <em><u>wee</u></em> bit of break from blogging in case anyone had noticed. Life's been mad, whirling from one event to another, filled with obligations and appointments, whether social or of a "OMG I have to do this NOW right NOW!!!" variety. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">With all that's been going on the last several months, my two speeds have been "run run run" (in a highly panicked preteen boy shriek of terror) or "lie comatose with a martini in my hand" slowly contemplating whether or not I really need to get up to get my hair done (hey, after so long, my hair color is becoming naturally ombre). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Finally took an afternoon yesterday (after farming the kidlet out on a day-long playdate) to try one of the restaurants at SOCO (South Coast Collection), and more specifically the OC Mart Mix, recently renamed the OC Mix (potato po-tah-to).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Walked into Arc, a restaurant that features cooking done only with a wood burning oven. The firewood lends a nice mellow rustic smell to the restaurant, described as "New American" by a server. I see bits of a New Orleans flair, with its black ceilings and old fashioned light fixtures. The long counter gives a great view of the wood fire pit, and the nifty cocktail station.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Both the drink menu and dining menu are surprisingly limited. Portions are on the smaller side, leading me to think several items should be ordered to share "Family Style". Dishes are brought from kitchen to table, meaning they're brought over<em> hot</em> in the containers they were cooked in. Loved that!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Flavors were simple yet surprisingly tasty. One of my favorites was the calamari cooked in a mini cast iron skillet with lemon, onion, roasted potatoes and peppers. The meatballs were soft, moist, and flavorful (75% ground beef 25% pork = 100% yum!), with a lovely tomato ragout and grilled bread from OC Baking Company. The Casserole was rich and delicious, an old recipe from the chef's mother. Chunks of chicken, broccoli, bechamel, and cheddar cheese was baked with a golden crust, and the only thing that could've made it better would've been some bread to scoop it up!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">The one minor disappointment was the steak sandwich. They can make the meatballs, steak, or pork into a sandwich for you during lunch. The steak was tasty with a nice texture, but it was too distracting with the pickled vegetables and cheese/sauce/whatever added on. Keep it simple! I'd definitely just order it as an entree in the future.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">One of the yummiest things I ordered was my cocktail, Entry #1, made of Cuban rum, herbsaint, pineapple and lime. You can't really see it in the picture but it had the niftiest silver spoon/straw with it that made eating /drinking the cocktail messy but fun. Reminded me of an ombre colored adult slushie! Stylish and delish!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">What a great inspiration for taking some time off to slow down, relax, and grab a cocktail! Here's to more of these afternoons in the future!</span><br />
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<span class="pbs fsm"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><em>Arc Restaurant</em></span><br />
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<em>www.shoptheocmix.com</em></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5179688279666647868.post-7940780802926666242012-08-27T01:27:00.005-07:002012-08-27T01:32:16.596-07:00C Wonder at Fashion Island<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">I had to giggle at all the accessories at the newly opened C Wonder boutique at Fashion Island sporting the C initial. I was telling my friend that it was named after me (for Clark). Hey, after a margarita (or two) at lunch, that was pretty funny shiz.</span> <br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">The look and feel of the store reminds me of a cross between Trina Turk, J Crew, and Tory </span><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Burch. It's no wonder that it has a similar feel to the Tory Burch brand, as Chris Burch is the ex-husband and co-founder of the line. You can see its similarity in the bright colors and the preppy style, although it reminds me a bit more of a mod-60's Palm Springs socialite. The pricing is quite affordable as well, with a majority of the pieces ranging from $25 - $200.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">I immediately gravitated towards their jewelery section first. Warm weather pieces came to mind, as large fun earrings, necklaces, and bracelets were displayed, showing bright colors and a lot of gold tones. One of the more interesting pieces was the bracelet that bears a <span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">striking similarity to the Hermes Collier de Chien. The </span><a href="http://www.cwonder.com/jewelry-accessories/shop-by-category/bracelets/studded-leather-bracelet.html" title="Saffiano Studded Leather Bracelet"><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Saffiano Studded Leather Bracelet</span></a><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"> is quite an affordable</span> alternative at only $78.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">The China and home goods were one of the most interesting features of the shop. Whimsical plates with pictures of dog or zebras would make charming hostess gifts, as would the assortment of monogrammed cheeseboards and wine bottle toppers. Monogrammed dishes would make perfect little candy dishes or a holder for loose knickknacks.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">It was a surprisingly fun store, and though most of the clothing might be a tad bright for me, the accessories and tableware are charming, fun, and Hampton's chic. Definitely will be on my list for fab go-to Hostess gifts!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">The Four Seasons Hotel had a great online special, offering $100 in hotel credit if you book more than two nights. I always checked online for specials, then call the hotel reservation line directly to book, just in case there are mutually exclusive specials available on one but not the other. (Surprisingly, many hotels don't charge the same online pricing as quoted by phone, although most will honor the lower price available on the web. Always ask; you'll be surprised with how often they'll try and accommodate you.)</span><span style="font-family: Courier New;"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Courier New;">We had planned on arriving a certain day, but decided last minute to go a day early, making it an adventurous car trip. The boys had hoped to stay at a smaller hotel by the California/Nevada border. We stopped at the Gold Strike Hotel late at night, and walked in with our overnight bag. Unfortunately, the cigarette smell made the hubby just about faint as we were walking through the lobby/casino, so we immediately turned around and got back into our car. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">I called the Four Season Hotel and explained our situation (at close to midnight by then). Although they were fairly booked, they managed to find us a room to check into that night. Yay! I was starting to get nervous about sleeping in the car or something by then...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">We checked in to a lovely serene lobby, that was a world away from the typical noisy smokey Las Vegas casino entrance. Soft music, fresh flowers, and plush couches awaited us at arrival. We easily checked into our room, and headed straight to the pool the next morning. While navigating the crowded waters of the Wave Pool and Lazy River at the connecting Mandalay Bay Pools, the hotel moved our belongings over to the suite we had originally booked. It was spacious and the view was grand. The decor is the typical Four Season style of classic Mediterranean, although I've heard that they are at present remodeling their rooms to an Art Deco chic, to be fully completed mid-December. I can't wait to see these remodeled rooms in person, as these photos look amazing! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Leaving the hubby on kid watch, I ran back to the safe haven of the Four Seasons pool, where chaise loungers, cabanas, towels, sunscreen, etc were all <em>free</em>. There was a quiet oasis from the screaming and jostling of the other pools. The only sound I heard was the pool attendant asking me how my mimosa was. Perfection.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">The kids begged to go to the pizza shop, so that was quite a big difference from the caliber of Verandah from the night before. The service was good, the pizzas were large, and there were a variety of choices. Would I go back?? No. It wasn't good enough to warrant a second trip. If I want pizza in the future, I'd probably just go to the hidden pizza place at the Cosmopolitan Hotel, where food would be better and the prices more reasonable.</span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman;"></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">*In the spirit of complete disclosure, I do have to admit that service wasn't quite on par to the other Four Seasons Hotels I've stayed in. One of the things that the Four Seasons staff normally does well is their customer service. They're always quick to say hello or offer a smile, most times remembering your name. This was one of the very few stays I've had, if not the only one, where the Four Seasons staff I've run across in the hallways, walkways, or pools, would more often than not, look away from me and not offer a greeting. It threw me off, as one of the things that typically sets the Four Seasons Hotels apart from others is their gracious hospitality, which I found surprisingly lacking on this trip. Perhaps it's the constant influx of tourists or that they're going through some sort of a turnover during their remodel??? I'm hoping the management will sort this out before my next trip in a couple months. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">All in all, the Four Seasons Hotel in Las Vegas was a welcome change from the hustle of the typical Strip Hotel. The serenity of the quiet lobby and pool, in addition to a stellar twitter ( @FSLasVegas )and facebook presence made the trip a pleasure. It's not every day you're welcome to a hotel with such fun treats! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">I'm going to Las Vegas again in a couple of weeks for a Bachelorette Weekend, and I'm sure I'll be sorely missing the relaxation and calm of the Four Seasons Las Vegas. That definitely won't be a kid-filled weekend! But I'll be returning in November to stay here, and I'll be looking forward to some Four Seasons pampering again. Until then...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Cut to college, when I was actually able to legally (wink wink) be in Las Vegas, and I loved Las Vegas as much then as I did when I first saw the neon lights of the Strip as a child. Of course, it didn't hurt that I won a car playing the quarter slots at the Monte Carlo... For realz. Unfortunately, I had just bought a car a month before, and as pretty as the red BMW Z3 was, I didn't have the need to keep and pay for the insurance/maintenance of two new cars soooo... I walked out of the hotel with the money in CASH! Baller!!! Uhhh...I really love you, Vegas. ;)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Cut to the present, and I love Las Vegas just as much, if not more, than I did in the past. I don't gamble much anymore (I get peeing-in-my-pants-nervous), but there are plenty of other things to do. The introduction of world class chefs and dining establishments, designer stores and boutiques, and high end clubs and lounges make it an adult paradise and destination. I adore dressing up, and unlike conservative Orange County, I'll never be the one overdressed like a showgirl when I'm in Las Vegas. I can wear whatever I want, and <em>it's never too much</em>!!! ;D </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">It's also a pleasant surprise how it's become so family-friendly, while it also has great characteristics of the original Sin City. I appreciate that I have the option to stay at the Four Seasons or the Mandarin Oriental for a non-smoking hotel option for my son. Most casino hotels, like the Wynn, Bellagio, or Aria, have great ventilation systems, but nothing beats not having to worry about steering him away from someone puffing on a cigarette while praying for a face card at a blackjack table. And there are so many options for kids to do while on the Strip, although there are a ton of things available off the Strip as well, in nearby communities like Summerlin or Green Valley. But a Las Vegas vacation for me is the Strip, from Mandalay at one end, to the Stratosphere at the other.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">My 11 year old son was given a choice of vacation options, and he decided on Las Vegas as his last trip of the summer. We took his best friend with us, and went on a Sin(less) City adventure for a few days last week, and enjoyed some tween activities. Here are the top five things we did, that I thought were the most fun and appropriate for his age range.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">1. <u>Mandalay Bay Pools</u></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">The Mandalay Bay Hotel has a great pool setup for kids. They have a sand area, Wave Pool, Lazy River, and various other options for pools. This was the most important thing for my son, and he HAD to buy a giant inflatable ring for the Lazy River for $25. He loved it! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Unfortunately, there are always a ton of people there, and very few shaded areas. The cabanas change in pricing for how hot the day is and how busy they are. The first day, cabanas started at $550 and went up to over a thousand for the cheesiest looking cabanas I've probably ever seen in my life, although the pool attendant assured me that the pricing would lower by a couple hundred dollars the next day. The same goes for their loungers and umbrellas. That same day, I was quoted $75 per padded lounge and $50 per umbrella. Uhhh...rip off, anyone??? </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">I ran back to the Four Seasons pool of frozen peach daiquiris, chilled towels, and plush FREE shaded lounge chairs as soon as I put my hubby on kid pool watch duty.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">2. <u>Bodies the Exhibition & Titanic Exhibit at the Luxor</u></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Bodies was such amazing exhibit! The boys had learned about the human anatomy in 5th grade, and it was a very educational exhibit. Everything was well-displayed, informative, and tasteful. Unfortunately for me, the boys were still a bit in "Goofball-mode", and couldn't help giggling about "droopy balls" upon seeing the male anatomy. Oy! lol. The fetus exhibit was something that definitely should not be missed. Even the boys had respect for how a baby develops, and the developmentally chronological exhibit was one of my favorites. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">The Titanic - the Artifact Exhibition, was full of personal effects from passengers and the boat itself. Reading about the different ship levels and passenger classes on the ship (First, Second, and Third), seeing the replicas of staterooms and dining halls, and learning the personal histories of the people on board, was informative and a bit heartbreaking. The only thing that can be touched is a giant piece of ice in the shape of an iceberg. You can see how cold it would have been on deck, and see the largest piece of hull recovered from the Titanic. The last area is filled with the personal items retrieved in suitcases, which is moving and haunting, with a wall listing the lucky survivors and the deceased. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">With both the exhibits, there is no photography allowed, cell phones must be turned off completely, and no bathrooms inside. They have the option of an audio guide for an additional $6, but it's basically the same information that's written on the walls.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">This is the one sea life exhibit that we visit <strong><u><em>every single time</em></u></strong> we're in Las Vegas. The displays are clean and the sea creatures are plentiful. I love the white alligator displayed, although the naughty part of me thinks I'd love it more as a handbag. (Sorry PETA!) The piranhas are pretty cool, though I have yet to see them during feeding. My son adores the touch pool, where you can feel the swimming manta rays and shoe crabs.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Of course, as this attraction is in a hotel, it's fairly small and not the size of Seaworld or the Monteray Aquarium. You should be able to view the entire attraction in 45 minutes, or if you've seen it almost 30 times like we have, you'll be in and out in twenty.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">I asked my son what his absolute favorite thing about Las Vegas was, and he replied "the rollercoaster". The ride at New York New York Hotel is visible from the Strip, and you can almost imagine the screams as it loops and turns in and out the New York landmarks. Each ride is $14, but an All Day Pass is only $25, which allows you a shortcut back on the ride (Much cheaper than a reride pass for an additional $7 if you ride at least three times). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">They also have a great arcade, with a nice selection of videogames. It's the same theory as Dave & Busters (or an older version of Chuck E. Cheese) where they play games for tickets and then redeem them for prizes. It kills me to pay a ton for games and have him win a $2 inflatable beach ball or something... (eyeroll). But he loves it there, and it's great for at least a couple hours of excitement and thrills!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">My son has had these crazy Stratosphere rides on his mind ever since he saw a show on the Travel Channel. Of course, he also wants to visit the Mall of America so we can ride the indoor roller coaster and indoor waterpark, but I don't envision that happening anytime soon. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">He really wanted to do the Skyjump, a "controlled" bungee cord jump, but was disappointed to learn that the age requirement was minimum 14 years with Parent approval. It looked fairly safe, as they wear a special helmet and suit with several harnesses attached to it and to a couple main ropes that are connected to the landing spot. They then drop feet first into a waiting inflatable. It's not my first choice of activities I'd like my son to do, but it looked pretty safe for when he comes of age.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Instead, we bought the All Day Unlimited Rides ticket (not including the Skyjump, which is $109.99) for $34 each. The rides included are the Big Shot (the ride catapults you 160 feet in the air at 45 miles per hour), X-Scream (similar to a teeter totter, that slides you over the edge 866 feet above the ground), and Insanity (a circular arm spinning you over the edge of the hotel while you are face down). I was lucky not to have already eaten lunch before the last dizzy ride!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Just as a break in between rides, we ate at Top of the World, their fine dining restaurant located a floor underneath the roof and the rides. The restaurant slowly does a full 360 turn in a hour and a half, allowing you a view of the town miles around the hotel. The food is not spectacular (more like good but not great, but it was during an off-peak time that we ate), but it's worth a visit for the view alone.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;"><u>M & M's World</u></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">It's four floors of M & M! The have a full wall of every type of color and flavor imaginable, a M & M movie, race car, and every single M & M gift item that you've ever seen and some that you haven't</span><span style="font-family: Courier New;">. I think I left the store five pounds heavier...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">It's a world of coke and Coca Cola products. Fun things are the reproduction vintage items, the photo you can take on the green screen with the polar bear, and the coke cafe is a must! The 3 float sampler sounded interesting, but we went with the $7 tasting of 16 different flavor sodas from around the world. Such fun taste testing!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Happy travels!</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5179688279666647868.post-29081378716989874172012-08-21T00:20:00.000-07:002012-08-21T00:20:08.833-07:00OCMA Nordstoms Fall 2012 Designer Preview<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">The Orange County Museum of Art had their annual Fashion Show featuring the new season of designer lines from Nordstroms at the Ritz Carlton in Laguna Niguel. Orange County fashionistas and socialites enjoyed drinks and hors d'oeurves before seeing the 2012 Fall line from Gucci, Missoni, Mary Katrantzou, Michael Kors, Azzedine Alaia, Marc Jacobs, Emilio Pucci, Donna Karan, Herve Leger, Akris, Erdem, Stella McCartney, Dolce & Gabbana, and Valentino.</span><br />
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Hermes purple leather bracelets. <br />
Jessica Grant lizard wrap bracelet.<br />
HRH glossy ombre bracelet worn as a necklace.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Love the "fish" detailing of the dress</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">HRH glossy ombre bracelet worn as a necklace and peek-a-boo bra add fun detail to beachy waves</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The bead work of the bodice is stunning!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Reminds me of Mad Men</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Double dog dare you to wear this sweater this way in OC... ;)</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">OCMA, tucked away near Fashion Island in Newport Beach, celebrated its 50th anniversary this year, and in that time, has come to be known as one of the most respected contemporary modern art museums in Southern California. They continually manage to surprise me with the quality of their exhibitions, with Jack Goldstein x 10,000, an American artist's retrospective during the 1970's and 1980's, being shown until September 9th. Admission is only $12, although 2nd Sundays of every month are free. </span><br />
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<em><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Orange County Museum of Art</span></em><br />
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<em><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Newport Beach, CA 92663</span></em><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">I had the privilege of being invited to the 5th annual Oceana SeaChange Party in gorgeous Laguna Beach this past weekend. This event was hosted by actor Ted Danson, the granddaughter of Jacques</span><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"> Cousteau, Alexandra Cousteau, and the All State commercial guy. Sorry; I was too busy eating dinner when they announced his name and all I could remember was his voice in those commercials. O_o</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">The Oceana SeaChange Party has always been a fun event, with celebrities, silent auctions, performances, and special martini bars. This year, they honored Morgan Freeman, and had other guests attend, such as</span><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"> Kate Walsh (Private Practice), Emmanuelle Chriqui (Entourage), Angie Harmon, Angela Kinsey (The Office), Aimee Teegarden (Friday Night Lights), Ed Begley Jr, Jenna Ushkowitz (Glee), Trevor Donovan (90210), Kristin Bauer (True Blood), Bella Thorne (Disney), Sarah Shahi (Fairly Legal), Rachael Harris (The Hangover) and Steve Howey (Shameless), along with other celebrity guests.</span> <span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"> I had to laugh because the one person I had to get a photo with was Bella Thorne from the Disney show "Shake It Up". My son had seen her show, and I was eager to send the photo to him. (Of course, writing that my 11yr old son watches a Disney show on Instagram was uber-embarrasing to him!)</span> <br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">These gymnasts that served as one of the entertainment for the evening cracked me up. I had enough martinis by then to start giggling, "Look where his head is!!!" Ugh, I'm all about class sometimes...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">But all joking aside, the Oceana Foundation focuses on saving the ocean to feed the world. Due to overfishing (25 countries control 75% of the world's fish catch) and bycatch </span><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">(living creatures
that are caught unintentionally by fishing gear. Unwanted bycatch is usually thrown back into the water. However, handling and
exposure sometimes injure the bycatch, which may die after being discarded.
Although this discard may serve as food for other species when it is thrown
back, it is not recruited into, and does not become a part of, the reproducing
population. As a result, discard not only affects the current population, but
influences the species' opportunity to replenish itself), the health of the ocean population and that of the more than billion people that are dependant on it to feed them is in jeopardy. Oceana strives to ensure that the seafood we eat and the water we swim in are healthy for us and for the ocean creatures. This evening, the foundation successfully raised over $1.1 million dollars for Oceana.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Loved that the Stolichnaya Elit company flew in this ice carver from New York to hand carve large circular ice cubes. Very chic! I swear my martinis tasted better with these nifty ice cubes. ;)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">I always love a good afterparty. They had a neat coffee bar, dessert station, and DJ, but my favorite thing at the end of the night was the Stolichnaya Elit Martini bar. The flavor of the vodka was crisp and clean, and although I'm normally a gin girl, the Elit was a refreshing liquor for both the traditional and the lemon mint martinis I had to cap off the evening!</span><br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5179688279666647868.post-34246062757666193812012-07-25T13:04:00.001-07:002012-07-25T13:06:24.029-07:00Palm Springs a go go<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Palm Springs has always been an easy last minute trip for me, as it's only a little over an hour away from Orange County. The warm weather, relaxed vibe, numerous vintage shops and endless plethora of pools give me a wide range of options during my trips.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">The Colony Palms Hotel has a great pool area and the rooms are quite large and redone well. It's just a touch too far to be considered walking distance from the main restaurant & shop area, but if you're a bit more energetic than I am, it probably won't be a big deal if you're in flats (hiss hiss! for both flats AND walking). Service has always been great, and that's always a big plus for me when I'm on vacation.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Loved this tray of medium sized liquor bottles in the room. It's for your friends that aren't complete drunks but can handle more than a thimble-full. Haha! Must recreate in my guest room when friends stay over... </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">I always go the the Falls Restaurant for a martini even though it's not the best drink or the best food because <strong>A)</strong>It was the first martini I've ever seen with dry ice (even before Mastro's and their giant martinis) and <strong>B)</strong> the people watching is crazy! People be<strong> </strong>loco in here!!! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Lulu's Restaurant was an anomoly for me</span><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">, as I typically don't like "touristy" restaurants, and will normally avoid any establishment with people that have "farmer's tans". However, the primarily white leather decor with great chandeliers and ceiling fixtures was Palm Springs glam chic, and the food was definitely good. They have a great prefixe dinner menu, with one being $16.99 for a 3-course meal (choice of about a dozen different entrees) and the other being $22.99 for a 3-course dinner(including New York Steak, sole, etc). Bear in mind, it's still very touristy, as the prices are reasonable and it's located in the middle of popular Palm Canyon Dr. Just order an extra martini and ignore all the flashes going off from cameras.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Melvyn's Restaurant at Ingleside Inn is one of those establishments that you have to try when you're in Palm Springs, if only for the fact that everyone's been there. It's pretty quiet most days and evenings, except for a couple nights during the weekend when they're supposed to have a wild late night crowd.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">I've only been there one time before, and I remember loving my sole. The second time did not disappoint, as the traditionally prepared dish was as tender, flaky, and as flavorful as I recalled. It's probably the best filet of sole dish I've ever had, even in comparison to chefs across the country in fine dining establishments. The rest of my meal was just as good, as long as I ordered the basics, such as vicheysoisse (cold potato leek soup) or chicken pot pie. The crust was nicely browned and delicate, while the creamy filling was full of carrots, peas, and large chucks of chicken. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">The decor makes me giggle, as it looks like I've stepped into time and landed in the 60's. I like vintage things; why not vintage restaurants, right? ;) The crowd during the day is a bit older (the table to my right had matching oxygen tanks), but as long as you don't turn around constantly looking for Darth Vader next to you("Kaaaaa Kheeee. Luke, I want your vicheysoisse"), you'll have a great meal.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Stayed at the Ingleside Hotel in their Clark Gable/Carol Lombard Honeymoon Suite. The location was fantastic, as it was closest to the pool. Decor is a bit dated again, quite like the restaurant. Where the look kind of works in Melvyn's, the rooms could definitely use refreshing.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">The Palm Springs Air Museum was such fun. We got to see the actual planes used during World War II, and most of the staff there served in the war. Such an honor and privelege to get their experiences and stories firsthand. A definite must do if you're in Palm Springs.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Moved on over to the Parker Palm Springs Hotel for a few nights. Definitely much further from the center of town than Colony Palms or Ingleside. I really enjoyed my stay here, as I felt pampered and relaxed. Loved the grounds and whimsy in design. We wandered all over, playing giant chess, ping pong, and cricket. The firepit was one of my son's favorite things, as you can order the makings of S'mores to be delivered to you. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Vintage stores in Palm Springs are so cool, and you get such a great variety. The 60's and 70's are strongly represented, and I could shop for hours...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">No trip to Palm Springs is complete with out breakfast or lunch at Pinocchio's. Prepare for a bit of a wait, as this is no longer an Insider's little secret spot. It could be the Bottomless champagne for $3.95 (It's not Dom or anything, so don't prepare to be wowed. It's $3.95 "champagne" people, and it tastes like it), well drinks for $2.50, or the ever-popular Martini burger (burger & martini. Simple but perfect). I think it's the good food at huge portions.</span> <span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">My last Palm Springs meal was their egg white burrito with cheese, and a side of browned potatoes with plenty of tapatio. With a Bloody Mary, of course.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">With temperatures in the 80's in OC, I decided to have friends over for a late lunch in the backyard, and was finally able to use my nifty new cocktail set.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">I bought a bottle of nice tequila, but didn't make the mistake again of using <em>too nice</em> of a brand like Patron. Once the liquor is infused, you lose the subtleties in flavor of a great high quality tequila, so it's a matter of not getting anything too nice, but still starting with a good quality liquor.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Slicing fresh pineapple, I put two long spears worth into the tequila about a week before the party. You can ideally infuse your liquor for a couple weeks or even a couple months, but it should be put in a refrigerator or wine cellar. As I only gave myself a week to prepare beforehand, I left it out and shook it often to infuse quicker. Two days before, I sliced three organic Serrano peppers and added them to the tequila. If it was jalapeno, I would have added it the same time as the pineapple, but Serrano peppers are extremely spicy, and I didn't want my friends passing out from the heat.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Right before the party, I added young coconut water, agave, and sparkling wine/champagne. I typically add French champagne (again a <em>good</em> quality champagne, not <em>great </em>quality. Same principles as the liquor) to my cocktails, but the red white and blue bottle of Chandon was so nautical chic that I wanted to try it. To make serving easier, I added all the ingredients in a pitcher and served it in the vintage glasses over ice. Yum!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">I wanted a vintage feel to my outfit as well, so I chose a mod type print with one of my favorite vintage rings, a Givenchy leaf button reworked into a knuckle ring. It was paired with a vintage 60's green and gold earring. The temperature called for an updo, and once I tasted my spicy cocktail, I was relieved I could cool off! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Lette is a collaboration between Paulette Koumetz and Christophe Michalak, French pastry chef and winner of the 2005 Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie. This is their fourth shop, with locations in Beverly Hills, Pasadena, Larchmont Village, and now in Newport Beach. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">The vibrant colors of the macarons reflect the unique flavors offered. My favorites were the passionfruit, lychee, salted caramel, and violet cassis. I don't know why I'm saying favorites, as the kidlet snatched the rest of the macarons away and gobbled them up, and these four were all I could pry away from him. ;) He declared them delicious, and he's the true expert where it come to yummy delectable bites. I'd definitely go again, but I might get my own dozen and give the kidlet his own too! </span><br />
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<em><strong>Lette Macarons</strong></em><br />
<em>Fashion Island</em><br />
<em>1131 Newport Center Drive<br />Newport Beach, CA 92660 </em><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Shout PR and a bevy of clothing lines, Ritual Wellness juice Company, and Lette Macarons offered fun goodies in the form of clothing, purses, juices, lashes, and treats.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Fashionistas lined up to make their own bracelets, spin the wheel of a great Lulu's giveaway, make Peter Pan collars, and jump in the ever enjoyable photobooth. I might have been spotted a time or two in the booth with my rockstar glasses... ;)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Such a fun evening and it was quite a pleasure to meet fellow bloggers in OC, and to discover a great new place to shop!</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Won this great Lulu's purse! You can get your own at <a href="http://www.lulus.com/">Lulu's</a></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">The 15% coupon for Ritual Wellness is still active until July 15th. Type in <u><strong>OCREWIND15</strong></u> under coupons. It's an amazing juice cleanse that's 100% organic and cleanses the toxins and impurities from your body!</span> <span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"> I highly recommend it!!! Click here to get on their site and learn more. </span><a href="http://www.ritualcleanse.com/"><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"><em>Ritual Wellness</em></span></a><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.stylebysophia.net/">Sophia</a>, <a href="http://www.cryskay.com/">Crystal</a>, myself, <a href="http://www.ritualcleanse.com/">Lori</a>, and <a href="http://www.simplyxclassic.com/">Miriam</a></td></tr>
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<em>Costa Mesa, CA</em>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5179688279666647868.post-34420242589637860222012-07-11T10:58:00.000-07:002012-07-11T10:58:26.555-07:00Morton's Steakhouse<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Most of my life, I grew up barely eating red meat. Having an <em>extremely</em> healthy mother that likes to cook with very little butter or oils while serving extra veggies and lean proteins, I rarely ate steaks or even the traditional Korean barbeque dish, kalbi. She even used to give me her special version of a "hot dog"; lettuce, tomato, cheese, bun, and hot sauce. That's it; no meat. Trust me when I say that was <em>quite</em> a dish.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Once I married my hubby and had my son, my tastebuds changed and I became quite the carnivore like the rest of my family. While I still lean towards seafood and veggies, I'll often meet up with the hubby for a lunch date at Morton's Steakhouse in Costa Mesa.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">The decor of the Morton's Steakhouse in Costa Mesa (right across the street from South Coast Plaza. Yeah, I like that...a lot) looks like a Men's Club with the wood paneling, leather booths, and wine lockers. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">I prefer lunches there to dinners, as nighttime is usually crowded and I like the feel of having a quieter dining experience. They've also introduced a great 3-course lunch for $29, that includes a choice of a soup or salad, entree of a steak, seafood, or chicken, and dessert. It's a great option for anyone that's on a budget.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Morton's is known for their steaks, and it's done well. I love their Cajun Ribeye, but I normally ask them to Cajun (spicy rub) a New York or Porterhouse for me instead. But I really enjoy a lot of their non-steak meals as well. The seabass is amazing, the Chicken Christopher is a lightly breaded breast with a lemon caper cream sauce, and the Shrimp Alexander is my kidlet's absolute fav! The sides are generously portioned, and you can totally have them tweak something for you.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Dessert's are great as well. It's fairly traditional, like Carrot Cake, New York Cheesecake (flown in from New York), Chocolate Mousse, or a variety of Souffles. The homemade whip cream and Zabaione are so phenomenal, that I'll often just order fresh berries with it.</span><br />
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<br /><em>Morton's Steakhouse</em><br />
<em>South Coast Plaza Village</em><br />
<em>1641 W. Sunflower Ave.</em><br />
<em>Santa Ana, CA 92704</em><br />
<em>714-444-4834</em><br />
<a href="http://www.mortons.com/santaana"><em>www.mortons.com/santaana</em></a><br />
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5179688279666647868.post-16429899539119468432012-06-28T09:17:00.000-07:002012-06-28T09:17:01.943-07:00Donna Karan<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Nordstroms at South Coast Plaza hosted a Donna Karan fashion show and luncheon last week, showing the latest line of one of my favorite American designers. I've always been a fan of the line, as the pieces often have a timeless quality that can be worn for many seasons. Donna Karan has been described as a designer that creates clothing to flatter a woman's shape, with clever draping and supple fabrics. I love how packable and durable they are for travel, and will often have at least one or two Donna Karan pieces with me wherever I go. It's stylish and classic, without looking forced or contrived. The layering that was shown in the preFall 2012 line had a youthful energy to it, and couldn't we all use a bit more youthful in all our lives?</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I can see myself in this outfit during a typical day of errands</td></tr>
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<a href="http://www.donnakaran.com/" target="_blank"><em>www.donnakaran.com</em></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5179688279666647868.post-58852035266007071192012-06-26T21:43:00.000-07:002012-06-26T21:43:56.734-07:00Instagram Outfit Posts<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">My outfit posts on instagram the last several months, as I haven't done any outfit posts on the blog. I'm just thankful I'm not doing the Friends Chandler smile in any of them...</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Haute Hippie dress, Chopard watch, Oscar de la Renta cuff, <br />
Chloe purse, Alexander McQueen skull pumps</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Barneys Co Op dress & belt, crocodile purse from Argentina, <br />
Juicy Couture booties, Henri Bendel choker, <br />
hermes cuff, Jessica Grant wrap bracelet</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Zara kimono jacket, 575 jeans, <br />
Sergio Rossi snakeskin & wood heels, custom necklace</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Brunello Cucinelli feather dress</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">MaxMara dress & belt</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">packing for New Orleans</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pearl chandelier in closet</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The MJ from Jessica Grant named after me!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Brunello Cucinelli fitting <br />
with Jeffrey Mark of Bravo's Million Dollar Decorators<br />
and Suzan Paek of Jessica Grant Handbags</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">MaxAzria runway dress, Sergio Rossi crocdile & snakeskin pumps, <br />
Hermes bracelet scarf, Franck Mueller men's watch</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ever blouse, J Brand jeans, MaxMara ponyhair belt</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lululemon tennis outfit</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Fur Gillet</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tiffy bracelet, Henri Bendel chain & tassle,<br />
Jessica Grant lizard bracelet, Hermes cuff</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rene Caovilla pumps</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicveMNnt_mONFLzgZSZ4KX_eZKdgog2qPkk5YTtrmLarMUtZ6COKUqxplgSr6ZBY3Ag69iQzWFPP7GOjxqn_kYTdOiW9EaT4PUwEHRs45xDjqhH13BF1wdC69VNhJoW2c_8KgxuaGvLeCw/s1600/instagram++(2).JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicveMNnt_mONFLzgZSZ4KX_eZKdgog2qPkk5YTtrmLarMUtZ6COKUqxplgSr6ZBY3Ag69iQzWFPP7GOjxqn_kYTdOiW9EaT4PUwEHRs45xDjqhH13BF1wdC69VNhJoW2c_8KgxuaGvLeCw/s400/instagram++(2).JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Italian knit dress, YSL earrings & ring</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-83BqJdLqnEswlMAeX1Rzzz_8PuqvgrvJlhIPUGmsJszzKkCD3BS4pnHKB4QW561v753Zdk5TH3euVk56RWgC6jTcxfLiSiLLd0PrKu9wJzVaE8XO3ecT6AWJt2Uo1s3X-hVLz1P0qKPw/s1600/instagram++(15).JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-83BqJdLqnEswlMAeX1Rzzz_8PuqvgrvJlhIPUGmsJszzKkCD3BS4pnHKB4QW561v753Zdk5TH3euVk56RWgC6jTcxfLiSiLLd0PrKu9wJzVaE8XO3ecT6AWJt2Uo1s3X-hVLz1P0qKPw/s400/instagram++(15).JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Day at Pelican Hill Resort in Newport Beach</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSwDnmXNdmFbwA2OyI8Tvu4Fs9bXUYlxrbZDkQNIdQn9igWL8ZIUXJZAAndKuS9cFDmOsh10KWIj9uyXnQU9H6BV56BGAS8dnOHuMm1Bxwor61TeI7Z1zR4KKuwd5W1yCXr7ZgJzRDxHIj/s1600/instagram++(19).JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSwDnmXNdmFbwA2OyI8Tvu4Fs9bXUYlxrbZDkQNIdQn9igWL8ZIUXJZAAndKuS9cFDmOsh10KWIj9uyXnQU9H6BV56BGAS8dnOHuMm1Bxwor61TeI7Z1zR4KKuwd5W1yCXr7ZgJzRDxHIj/s400/instagram++(19).JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Seven jeans dress, Longchamp messenger bag,<br />
Jeffrey Campbell Litas, Hermes scarf, </td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIgOo_UowsQznaymJ3ho1aqYQtM7QHP9C_KhrHF9apAq2jj-oN4_R7-ZmjpudjnsiCK4LxUrBgXIO5vEVJK0nYGYNpmxnwUiFWvezO98xAaJBn8KYH24AmUK7nK31Kmlz7beTmVBqcEcz9/s1600/instagram++(18).JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIgOo_UowsQznaymJ3ho1aqYQtM7QHP9C_KhrHF9apAq2jj-oN4_R7-ZmjpudjnsiCK4LxUrBgXIO5vEVJK0nYGYNpmxnwUiFWvezO98xAaJBn8KYH24AmUK7nK31Kmlz7beTmVBqcEcz9/s400/instagram++(18).JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Vince sweater, Michael Kors blouse, Armani slacks & scarf, <br />
Hermes Birkin, Jimmy Choo pumps</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhP2ZlHvPa5WcPNnEYe5OgweM9si2RuiII2d9nyZzWKVmsqD_1DWJJLUomQIZUPzJ3wdD356jlIDuQAYgUuWuaVdC6qJ-00GXRvMnAp45JSJwVC5YpkBliA3UKKvnKyVwLwnNmUfp9eT2Fb/s1600/instagram++(31).JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhP2ZlHvPa5WcPNnEYe5OgweM9si2RuiII2d9nyZzWKVmsqD_1DWJJLUomQIZUPzJ3wdD356jlIDuQAYgUuWuaVdC6qJ-00GXRvMnAp45JSJwVC5YpkBliA3UKKvnKyVwLwnNmUfp9eT2Fb/s400/instagram++(31).JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Arm Party</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh74ISaoq0V6Stdt0KXMFctRGJddwgdlaAEsdedCh3tX_D3r8uJW0GQhDUMH79hpdhKCSYdUw9HNdVnvAVX_kmfM-iIeHRV8MZjIZ0py6kEEoUgFrU1_6XuIM9XZDaJXOnPWZdJxrBUSr8/s1600/instagram++(22).JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh74ISaoq0V6Stdt0KXMFctRGJddwgdlaAEsdedCh3tX_D3r8uJW0GQhDUMH79hpdhKCSYdUw9HNdVnvAVX_kmfM-iIeHRV8MZjIZ0py6kEEoUgFrU1_6XuIM9XZDaJXOnPWZdJxrBUSr8/s400/instagram++(22).JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hermes scarf, YSL ring, Vintage 1920's Tiffany's men's watch, <br />
Brian Atwood pumps, Pucci clutch</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGHLZ8iG_-aY8VrKPJPT7xy96-6aYGgKL-ouPsIVwi7q_6zYNxe2s8S5snSj6gp4eV7-7nFx0Ir6EVLZbYYlte9ReMRT72k0D2rDZUguTffTdD7qkh3ukUZV5INnXH947eiXvlctYXIFoe/s1600/instagram++(21).JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGHLZ8iG_-aY8VrKPJPT7xy96-6aYGgKL-ouPsIVwi7q_6zYNxe2s8S5snSj6gp4eV7-7nFx0Ir6EVLZbYYlte9ReMRT72k0D2rDZUguTffTdD7qkh3ukUZV5INnXH947eiXvlctYXIFoe/s400/instagram++(21).JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jill Sander coat, YSL ponyhair & horn handle purse,<br />
Manolo Blahnik shoes</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiT7DxaqolHzqaqhnYneS-vLxyNqThJud6PwQ02yySzIPCoLiF3ATbQ0WgsRisqo91q05ftwfV1YIqKe0o3EswVkZ_-wyKIo7rzNxOmiXGmR-uEIL5glXuB28XrnFq1e7QgFdWt3q4ytPO-/s1600/instagram++(10).JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiT7DxaqolHzqaqhnYneS-vLxyNqThJud6PwQ02yySzIPCoLiF3ATbQ0WgsRisqo91q05ftwfV1YIqKe0o3EswVkZ_-wyKIo7rzNxOmiXGmR-uEIL5glXuB28XrnFq1e7QgFdWt3q4ytPO-/s400/instagram++(10).JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Young Fabulous & Broke Fringe blouse, Armani scarf, <br />
Hermes Birkin, snakeskin Serio Rossi pumps</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZ0Lk6TUSRx-z14yU5xBJ75FFVDF5ow0aiZ_NL1ELgFv8nTnUmEYwbJRzc7dFJGmVlO2pwC9WUad_4tH0M4MuNtM3Jy9LSQC6MBvBADoxl7fIdEfUeiaAuZ6lwMcnUEGLAe6-SY59hGwEZ/s1600/instagram++(24).JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZ0Lk6TUSRx-z14yU5xBJ75FFVDF5ow0aiZ_NL1ELgFv8nTnUmEYwbJRzc7dFJGmVlO2pwC9WUad_4tH0M4MuNtM3Jy9LSQC6MBvBADoxl7fIdEfUeiaAuZ6lwMcnUEGLAe6-SY59hGwEZ/s400/instagram++(24).JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">JCrew white shirt, Armani scarf, YSL ponyhair shoes, <br />
Vintage gold chain necklace</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2uA1Yo4XSCzIhauzQ32TxYZYt_mjGM6U-DCG1PcHiYutF6vjnMd4Hfn0VkqnaAoVO7ktuLCW8ceSg8m28hXhn1T8FKe1nyNau3ZKE2UL26XPTd8C8tpXrsfXHlpb5XZ_-2W0uS_hKMMKu/s1600/ased.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2uA1Yo4XSCzIhauzQ32TxYZYt_mjGM6U-DCG1PcHiYutF6vjnMd4Hfn0VkqnaAoVO7ktuLCW8ceSg8m28hXhn1T8FKe1nyNau3ZKE2UL26XPTd8C8tpXrsfXHlpb5XZ_-2W0uS_hKMMKu/s400/ased.png" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Oscar de la Renta jacket, Vince shirt, Seven jeans, <br />
Hermes bracelet & charm, <br />
Lizard purse from Argentina, Gucci shoes</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe9YV7KK3UzFtV6PeGssAma7JTsURn3jwtua7lNhhMH4Di_bLry_UQxZYM-r9vbnnclbD-Db_GKo7Qg7Jd2wijdgTwsDPGqVGNB-v_7xs1zMQMvfUz5jGDPdvUBGGwTIy4x7mlR06-GvrS/s1600/dgsv.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe9YV7KK3UzFtV6PeGssAma7JTsURn3jwtua7lNhhMH4Di_bLry_UQxZYM-r9vbnnclbD-Db_GKo7Qg7Jd2wijdgTwsDPGqVGNB-v_7xs1zMQMvfUz5jGDPdvUBGGwTIy4x7mlR06-GvrS/s400/dgsv.png" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Acne dress, MaxMara belt, YSL clutch, Manolo Blahnik shoes</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga0-2Er7nWyjggnzq39Qwes1tWNVuHeiScj_T-Bx4wnsUltmqjRkRHeu_LdKj_yR6sjyiyxgBbfFrWbJDn6t5itLX5da_4TUjhdgPiNzPB0Euf0XOzP6jcBbMbFfHDfYW-VbqmjOBPN_k2/s1600/g.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga0-2Er7nWyjggnzq39Qwes1tWNVuHeiScj_T-Bx4wnsUltmqjRkRHeu_LdKj_yR6sjyiyxgBbfFrWbJDn6t5itLX5da_4TUjhdgPiNzPB0Euf0XOzP6jcBbMbFfHDfYW-VbqmjOBPN_k2/s400/g.png" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Topshop blouse, Chloe slacks, <br />
Vintage snake necklace, 1960's vintage Saks Fifth Avenue purse</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkfb8BRqgL4Xi30Elr-NG-VuCc-Ia82ADDHNxrrEU3TVq-h32IMzohcVgJ2Gidk-cA23SFxqAVXZ1v1PRehwioFPnM_TW1czCAlWqDOG6q_rPrcU59cijhsWdAm12EcqbUlg87wjW1u4Cr/s1600/jhgt.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkfb8BRqgL4Xi30Elr-NG-VuCc-Ia82ADDHNxrrEU3TVq-h32IMzohcVgJ2Gidk-cA23SFxqAVXZ1v1PRehwioFPnM_TW1czCAlWqDOG6q_rPrcU59cijhsWdAm12EcqbUlg87wjW1u4Cr/s400/jhgt.png" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Zara dress, MaxMara coat, Henri Bendel earrings</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUyUEk5WGASgS2zgjWgZe_155HaTmmvTVfIcHCjVHipmLRPIN0pbxzi2KzmJl_mHCUrY9o9Si6qI4OSUkgMrdNyvABIjKK9fk_xdEmbPJHCuh2ZbKPAvq2QaUKqHoJzAxc1uyH7UcqLQs-/s1600/j.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUyUEk5WGASgS2zgjWgZe_155HaTmmvTVfIcHCjVHipmLRPIN0pbxzi2KzmJl_mHCUrY9o9Si6qI4OSUkgMrdNyvABIjKK9fk_xdEmbPJHCuh2ZbKPAvq2QaUKqHoJzAxc1uyH7UcqLQs-/s400/j.png" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Topshop blose, Zara red jeans, Hermes belt & wrist scarf</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiebkqt91nic6oScYBW1gNsaKSegkfV3LOrIgQbE-1rgyUeG0moWx0lbf4AsYpLFuceWIhKw498cAzerJlDcB9KME9BuSXVZpoa_-3VgSdIoep294eqpMJCy4k7I2RgBPp0kd8SqoiasbVl/s1600/jtg.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiebkqt91nic6oScYBW1gNsaKSegkfV3LOrIgQbE-1rgyUeG0moWx0lbf4AsYpLFuceWIhKw498cAzerJlDcB9KME9BuSXVZpoa_-3VgSdIoep294eqpMJCy4k7I2RgBPp0kd8SqoiasbVl/s400/jtg.png" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">MaxAzria dress, Sergio Rossi pumps, Python gold clutch</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqZgJHCZKNi9C5461RAZtvbnI51F6_W-B7dAOcTvV0lYj-VJIgCQOfAwIwEPfuBBFg2ESx5WBwuIrhi-RN8o5MdU5qHHqY71YwyjiYMngzJwt6rkg0JPtzK-ps1ueFtgej5kNGICl8lsoU/s1600/ng.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqZgJHCZKNi9C5461RAZtvbnI51F6_W-B7dAOcTvV0lYj-VJIgCQOfAwIwEPfuBBFg2ESx5WBwuIrhi-RN8o5MdU5qHHqY71YwyjiYMngzJwt6rkg0JPtzK-ps1ueFtgej5kNGICl8lsoU/s400/ng.png" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Splendid tank top, Saks Fifth Avenue skirt, <br />
various bracelets, Chanel watch</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEefcMZ42Yc1w_Ap97Q_PXKV34xEdI4gADjKyw9HxNZde5x3gosccF6VSjtEZFx4ibrDyr3V2_Aa_X_SL0w1ZE1rDsBj7gyUyP8MtHQoqZYRzDOTRXGzn1sJlqILOGUk8E7LnzYgRlPHV-/s1600/ngo.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEefcMZ42Yc1w_Ap97Q_PXKV34xEdI4gADjKyw9HxNZde5x3gosccF6VSjtEZFx4ibrDyr3V2_Aa_X_SL0w1ZE1rDsBj7gyUyP8MtHQoqZYRzDOTRXGzn1sJlqILOGUk8E7LnzYgRlPHV-/s400/ngo.png" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ori dress, Armani scarf, Chanel ponyhair purse, <br />
House of Harlow booties</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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Ippolita ring, Snakeskin & stingray clutch</td></tr>
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Christian Louboutin patent leather pumps, <br />
Saks Fifth Avenue ponyhair bracelet</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Purple Hermes birkin, scarf, cuffs, Vintage broach</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Helmut Lang dress, Vintage gold chain necklace, <br />
Oscar de la Renta cuff, Black Starr & Frost 72 carat diamond!</td></tr>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5179688279666647868.post-27805308936154988202012-06-25T23:37:00.000-07:002012-06-25T23:37:04.582-07:00Oday Shakar at Black Starr & Frost<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Oday Shakar, famed local fashion designer, showcased his new line this past weekend at the renowned Black Starr & Frost store in Newport Beach, during an intimate Brunch.</span><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"> His designs have been seen on numerous celebrities from Sandra Bullock, Kyle Richards, Ke$ha, Camila Alves, Audrina Patridge, Kaley Cuoco, and many more. He creates one-of-a-kind runway pieces and Gala wear at his Atelier showroom in Costa Mesa. Neiman Marcus stores also carry his evening collections, as well as his Ready To Wear line.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Black Starr & Frost is the oldest jewelry firm in the United States, first opening in 1810. They gained </span><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">popularity for adorning royalty, celebrities, and being immortalized by Marilyn Monroe in her song "Diamonds Are A Girl's Best Friend". The Newport Beach store by the bay showcases stunning jewelry pieces, antiques, and crystal chandeliers at this warm, but posh location.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Ladies enjoyed an intimate Brunch while watching Oday's lovely frocks. His foray into daywear was well received, although his strengths are definitely his evening wear. The detailing of the sequin work and low backs on gowns are his trademarks, and are perfectly suited for the red carpet or a black tie affair. </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The 12th largest clear diamond in the world at 72 carats. <br />
It's valued at over $120 million but selling for $60 million. 50% off sale! Yay!</td></tr>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5179688279666647868.post-67041105581121921832012-06-25T17:38:00.001-07:002012-06-25T17:38:53.587-07:00Ritual Wellness<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">These last several months of lunches, events, parties, and galas have been a whirlwind of fun. I've oft neglected this blog as I was so busy doing too many neat things to actually have time to post about them. Bad Min Ji! But this blog wasn't the only thing that's suffered from the social merry go round of the last few months.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">All the yummy food and tantilizing cocktails, in addition to the lack of sleep, have made me slow, groggy, and sluggish. Although I'm a fan of organic hormone free products, that's been extremely difficult to maintain while at parties and dinners. During the busy social season, I often feel bloated and exhausted, and I can't help but put some blame on the chemicals, additives, and hormones added to our food, water, and air supply. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Not too many companies or restaurants can claim to be 100% organic and 100% recyclable, but local Orange County company Ritual Wellness can. They source all their fruits and vegetables from local organic farmers while rigorously maintaining the high level of cleanliness that they're known for. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Being one of the most highly renowned and trusted juice cleansing companies in Orange County, I decided to do the Rital Cleanse Reset for the second time. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Ritual Cleanse Reset does exactly what it sounds like. It resets your body to its ideal balance by cleansing your system of the toxins and pollutants it's exposed to on a daily basis. The basic cleanse is a three day package of 6 juices, although you can add the Shred juices if you want to work out.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">The first day will always be the hardest, as your body is craving the caffeine it's become addicted to, while trying to establish the right ph balance. As this was my second time doing this juice cleanse, I stopped drinking coffee a couple of days before I started. This was a HUGE plus in making this a much easier process, as the headache and nausea coming off of caffeine is not fun. By not having any caffeine withdrawals, doing the Ritual Cleanse was easy and tasty. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">I drank six different juices every two hours, with plenty of water in between. These six drinks equal 15lbs of fresh, organic fruits and vegetables a day! My absolute favorite has to be the seasonal juice, which was mango, pineapple, green apple, and young coconut water. Holy shiz! This tastes like something I should be drinking poolside while cabana boys fan me with organic palm fronds. teehee</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">I adore the packaging, from the uber stylish and 100% biodegradable bottles used to the great grocery tote and carrying case included. Ritual Wellness was one of the first juice cleanse companies I've heard of that not only tries to maintain a healthy body, but has such a strong commitment to a healthy planet as well. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">At the end of my three days of the juice cleanse, I lost a bit over 5lbs, my skin was clearer, and my stomach felt healthier and flatter. Truly, it wasn't that difficult to stay on the program, and I could easily see myself doing it for a longer time period in the future.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Ritual Wellness is offering OCRewind readers a 15% coupon to try their juice cleanse. Just put <strong>OCREWIND15</strong> as you check out, and this coupon will be available until July 10th, just in time for swimsuit season! You'll love it as much as I did. Happy juicing!</span><br />
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<a href="http://www.ritualcleanse.com/" target="_blank"><em>www.ritualcleanse.com</em></a><br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5179688279666647868.post-64506396019342999132012-06-14T23:35:00.002-07:002012-06-25T20:18:29.543-07:00Korean Spa<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Part of my beauty routine has to be my monthly visit to the Korean Spa. I've often had people remark on my skin, and the must-do maintenance plan involves various body lotions & butters(adore adore!), and the monthly scrubs I get. After talking to a few friends about it, it has slowly evolved into a fun Girl's Day involving the spa and a long lunch, but truly only for the ones not so faint of heart. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Spas often invoke the idea of plush robes, soothing music, cucumber strawberry water... Well, the closest thing you'll get to that at a Korean Spa is water...from Arrowhead. This ain't no prissy girl's spa! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Once you make a reservation, you'll pay first at the front door and get handed a towel, key, and an obnoxiously colored outfit of a badly fitted tee and elastic shorts. You find your locker, drop off all your clothes and hit the shower before soaking in the various hot pools, steam rooms, and saunas.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">The pools and saunas are no place to be shy. You'll see women of all ages and shapes in the buff, lounging without a care in the world. The first couple of times there, you'll hide behind posts, small towels, and even your hands, trying to overcome your shyness while maintaining NO EYE CONTACT with anyone. A couple more times and you'll walk around nekkid as a bluejay without a second thought. Trust me; it's not a big deal. ;)</span><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">You'll be called by your locker number by a Korean woman wearing a black lace bra and panties. <u>Soooo</u> less sexy than it sounds... You can't speak Korean? No biggie. They'll communicate with a variety of taps and one word instructions. "Turn. Side. Side. Back." After getting crazy amounts of dead skin scrubbed off, they'll have you rinse off and it'll be time for your hot oil massage. Don't let your modesty get you now. They push, pull, pound, and practically sit on you while giving you a firm, strong massage. I've often left my massage wondering if the massuese and I hit second base. Kidding!!! Sort of... ;)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">After your scrub and massage, if you've got the time, visit the Jjimjjilbang, where you can get Korean dishes and nap in various treatment rooms.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">The Korean Spa will get addicting, but try not to go more than once a month. Too much scrubbing will thin out your skin and you'll start getting more susceptible to scratches and scars. Men are also welcome in their own side. I would definitely use a word of caution, as my hubby refuses to go back after an unfortunate incident of a strategically placed hand towel gone awry... Shy guys need not apply. ;)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Courier New;">There are a variety of Korean spas throughout Los Angeles and Orange County. Find one that suits your needs, in terms of location and size. You'll end up loving it as much as I do!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">The Grand Opening Party of the Roger Vivier </span><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Boutique in South Coast Plaza was a night filled with champagne, hors d'oeurves from Marche Moderne, and live music. Guests were able to meet the charming Bruno Frisoni amidst the chic shoes, bags, and clutches. You could see his design asthetic in his personality; classic French style with bits of humor and unexpected charm in details. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">The boutique was a carefully planned juxtaposition of vintage Parisan accents and sleek, modern pieces. Old French mirrors stood side by side with white linear leather sitting pieces, all placed carefully amidst the glorious shoes, bags, and jewelry.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">My eyes went immediately to his purses. The detailing in each piece was unexpected, quirky, and fun. These pieces would be conversation starters and keepsakes that you'd pass on to your daughters. As I have a boy, I'd obviously pass this to my daughter-in-law after a series of rigorous trials and tests. Who are we kidding??! I'll wait to give them to my granddaughter. ;)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"> </span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5179688279666647868.post-19524634272338041452012-05-17T23:04:00.002-07:002012-05-17T23:04:56.323-07:00Mother's Day at the Club<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Mother's Day at the Pacific Club has become a bit of a tradition for us. Hubby, Knolton, and I usually take his mother, my parents, and friends along for the traditional Mother's Day buffet brunch. Now, I'll be the first to tell you that I hate buffets. Hate. Sharing. Food. Period! I cringe at the idea of eating something that someone else might have touched, breathed on, looked at funny... I will flat out refuse to share food on my plate with anyone, even friends and family. <em>"If my food looked so good to you, you should have ordered it yourself!" </em>Yeah, I'm that girl.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">But I definitely make an exception for the special occasion buffets at the Pacific Club in Newport Beach. Why? One word...Bloody Mary Bar. (OK, that was three words, but they should <u>always</u> be fused as one.) This year was a bit more fun as they added a juice bar for the champagne, with choices of blood orange, mango, strawberry, tangerine, raspberry, and peach. What a great and simple idea! I'm definitely doing that for the next backyard party we throw.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">If the Bloody Mary Bar weren't enough, they have a carving station, seafood station with king crab, lobster, oysters, shrimp, sushi, Dessert Bar with a chocolate fountain, and a Shortcake Station! Yum! My favorite is still the Bloody Mary Bar while Knolton was all over that chocolate Fountain; think he even took a cup to fill. They have an amazing man-made lake next door to walk the kids to see ducks. So cute!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Hope everyone had a great Mother's Day! Knolton (and hubby) bought me a new camera, so hopefully you'll be seeing better pictures soon...</span><br />
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<em>*photos by Knolton Clark</em>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5179688279666647868.post-41154771618236528732012-05-15T12:58:00.002-07:002012-05-15T12:58:13.333-07:00Susan G Komen Pink Tie Ball<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Susan G. Komen of Orange County held their annual Pink Tie Ball in Laguna Beach at the Festival of the Arts, where the Pageant of the Masters is held every summer. The Pink Tie Ball Committee chooses unique venues each year, from the ball field of Angels Stadium to the private airport hangar of Atlantic Aviation. The Komen Foundation strives to eradicate breast cancer by donating community grants to Orange County non-profit facilites that can offer free screening to residents. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Art was the feature of the evening, with painted works by breast cancer survivors, donors, and volunteers in collaboration with renowned artist, Jerome Gastaldi, being featured and auctioned off. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Guests purchased lanterns from the Tree of Hope, for a chance to win a $10,000 18-karat gold and diamond bracelet, generously donated by Black Starr & Frost. Guess this wasn't my year, as someone else walked away with the bracelet by the end of the night. But I did manage to win (or as my hubby puts it, "pay more than anyone else wants to" lol) the opportunity for a child to announce "Play Ball!" before an Angels game! Lucky Knolton!</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Great concept of paying $50 for a surprise wine pull to enjoy at dinner</td></tr>
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<em>photos coutesy of Osusan Haraikawa, Tyler Jo Gaines, Richard J Eldridge, and myself</em><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">To donate or get more information for the Susan G. Komen Orange County Foundation</span><br />
<a href="http://www.komenoc.org/" target="_blank"><em>www.komenoc.org</em></a><br />
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</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5179688279666647868.post-31002678203515234232012-05-15T01:36:00.000-07:002012-05-17T23:10:41.666-07:00David Yurman Opening<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Last week's opening party of the sleek and stylish David Yurman store in Orange County was in support of the Harvesters 20th Anniversary. Sculptor David Yurman's iconic cable bracelet is the focus of the brand, with cable-style jewelry, watches, and thick statement cuffs adding a youthful flare to the line. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">A portion of the sales that evening was generously donated to the Harvesters, who fund 38 Kid's Cafe Programs throughout Orange County. The Harvesters celebrated a milestone 20th Anniversary at this party, and it was only fitting that the money raised this evening alone would provide over 41,000 meals for the families of Orange County. Kudos ladies!</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">myself and David Yurman</td></tr>
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<em><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">*photos coutesy of David Yurman and the HL Group</span></em><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">David Yurman</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">South Coast Plaza 3333 Bristol St., Unit 2418<br /> Costa Mesa CA, US 92626 </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">(714) 444-1080</span><br />
<a href="http://www.davidyurman.com/" target="_blank"><em>www.davidyurman.com</em></a><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">If you'd like to donate to the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County or to get more information</span><br />
<a href="http://feedoc.org/" target="_blank"><em>www.feedoc.org</em></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5179688279666647868.post-23907762211653961592012-05-11T00:17:00.001-07:002012-05-11T00:17:15.533-07:00Rose Pear Gin Cocktail<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">These hints of balmy summer days that we've been having in Orange County lately has made me antsy to start drinking refreshing summer spritzes and cocktails already. Working with Rose Water recently to make a champagne cocktail for my last event, I decided to try a different type of pairing, introducing the sweet, honey flavor of a ripe pear and the herbal, slight anise tone of gin. It's easy as pie (the store bought kind, not the hundred-step homemade kind) to make your own Simple Syrup, and this recipe can be modified to fit your particular taste. Add more or less of the Simple Syrup or the Rose Water, or you could even change the recipe to a vodka for a cleaner taste. I personally like the use of a herbal gin, as the whole rose pear herb gin concoction reminds me of garden party in the dusk. Happy cocktail-ing!</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Take 2 cups of granulated sugar</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Add 2 cups of water</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Slice up a pear, in no particular size or shape</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bring to a boil until pears are translucent (10 - 15 minutes)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mash the pears, then continue cooking on medium heat <br />
until lightly golden, then cool completely</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Get a nice quality gin. I used this brand as it has a herbal flavor <br />
that reminds me of a wild herb garden</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rose Water essence. Use in equal parts <br />
to the Pear Simple Syrup. I used a <br />
half tablespoon of each for a small glass.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">After the Pear Simple Syrup and Rose Water are added, <br />
pour the gin half way the glass, then add soda water to the rest.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Or super-size the glass and enjoy it outdoors!</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">How many of you like food? How many of you like wine? Now how many of you would like to have both while you help feed local hungry children? Yup! Exactly! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">South Coast Plaza is throwing a Summer Food & Wine event at Bloomingdale's in South Coast Plaza on Wednesday, May 16th, 2012 from 6 - 9pm. This special evening will have Chef de Cuisine Saekyong Kim of Charlie Palmer's Bloomingdales, cooking his delicious menu items while partygoers will have the opportunity to sample over 100 wines from the Central Coast and Napa Valley, while music will be provided from KCRW 89.9 DJ Jason Bentley.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">All ticket sales and silent auction proceeds benefit the Second Harvest Food Bank, whose services encompass groceries for Seniors, afterschool meals for kids, shelter meals, emergency food, food stamps, and summer meals for children in need. Second Harvest Food Bank, and particularly our local Orange County Harvesters, have funded 38 Kids Cafe Programs throughout Orange County. The children that visit these centers often have their school provided free lunch as their only meal for the day, and would remain hungry until the next school day. The Kids Cafe Program provides afterschool meals for these children who would normally not have access to dinners or meals on weekends. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Personally, the thought of these children going hungry in our local area is heartbreaking, both as a mother and as a wife of a man who once lived on the streets as a young child. Please consider offering your time, money, or attending this fun event benefiting our Orange County families and children in need. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Hope I see you there!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Summer Food & Wine Event</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Wednesday May 16, 2012 6-9pm</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Charlie Palmer at Bloomingdale's</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Courier New;">South Coast Plaza</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Courier New;">3333 Bristol Street</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Costa Mesa, CA 92626</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Advance tickets $75 / $100 at the door</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;"><a href="http://www.feedoc.org/" target="_blank">www.feedoc.org</a></span><br />
<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5179688279666647868.post-89838539456445414202012-05-02T02:50:00.000-07:002012-05-02T02:50:09.920-07:00Brunello Cucinelli Anniversary party<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">I got the chance to co-host the One Year Anniversary of Brunello Cucinelli at South Coast Plaza on April 19th with Suzan Paek of Jessica Grant Handbags and Jeffrey Alan Marks of Bravo's Million Dollar Decorators. This private event showcased Jeffrey's interior designs, with an opportunity to get his creative advice, in addition to that of Ross Cassidy, also of Million Dollar Decorators. Stylists from New York were here to lend their expertise, for a fun-filled evening of shopping and champagne. OC's top caterer, Brian Dobbin, created a taste of Umbria for the evening, tantalizing palates while the styles of Brunello Cucinelli excited our shopping</span><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"> senses.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">The Brunello Cucinelli line is a glorious mix of fine cashmere and knits, with luxurious details of fur, feather, and leather. This is what you imagine wearing while overlooking your vineyard from your estate in Tuscany. Supple suedes and clever draping make this more than your everyday basic; it's effortless elegance and style. Even the men's line is quite dapper with the great cuts in the sports coats, chic fits with knits, and the ever charming pocket square. Personally, I'm in love with the feathered suede loafers. If I ever wore flats, it would definitely be those. So dreamy! </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hosts for the evening. Ross Cassidy, myself, Suzan Paek, Jeffery Alan Marks</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jeffrey's interior design tableau. Amazing lover's couch!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jessica Debreceni, Sarah Ollenburger of Juggling in Heels, Ross Cassidy of Bravo's Million Dollar Decorators</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kuen Rameson, Suzan Paek, Moira Kamgar, myself wearing Brunello Cucinelli dress and belt</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Brunello Cucinelli</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">at South Coast Plaza</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Courier New;">3333 Bristol Street</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Costa Mesa, CA </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Courier New;">714-957-6930</span><br />
<a href="http://www.brunellocucinelli.com/" target="_blank">www.brunellocucinelli.com</a><br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com23tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5179688279666647868.post-52189710407134349912012-05-02T01:49:00.001-07:002012-05-17T23:08:46.953-07:00Chloe<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Chloe rolled out their new season at South Coast Plaza to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Orange County Museum of Art with an evening of cocktails and shopping. Fashionistas and art enthusiasts nibbled on bites from AnQi while listening to the DJ spin, as the latest season was modeled. Dresses were light and effortless airy, invoking an idea of the chic parisian socialite in the Spring. I fell in love/lust with the studded booties with the triple buckle. C'est magnifique!</span><br />
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<em>*photos courtesy of Anjie Sommerville</em><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Wearing Wyeth dress, Chloe purse, Oscar de la renta cuff, YSL ring, and vintage necklaces. <br />
With the lovely Kathryn Glassmyer Cenci of South Coast Plaza.</td></tr>
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