The Scent of Royalty Just as the kitchen is the heart of a home, the beauty department is at the heart of a department store. And that's where the two worlds of Clive Christian collide. Known for creating bespoke interiors and furniture, the British designer was one of the … [Read more...] about Getting Personal with Victoria Christian
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Getting Personal with Michael Aram
After a rush to get Cameron out the door and off to preschool and getting the gardener to stop using the loud leaf blower (at least for a while), I sat with a cup of coffee in hand and waited for the designer Michael Aram to call moi. I didn’t have to wait very long. At exactly … [Read more...] about Getting Personal with Michael Aram
Getting Personal with Nancy Gonzalez
If you’ve ever seen one of Lucio Fontana’s white slash canvases up close, you’ll know that it has this ability to draw you in. With clinical like precision the delicate incisions are simple yet complete. Luxury handbag designer, Nancy Gonzalez has something in common with her … [Read more...] about Getting Personal with Nancy Gonzalez
It's Hot at Style Week OC
Orange with Pink is the new black. You know how Fashion Island is 10 degrees cooler than everywhere else in OC? I've now learned that's not always the case. The Art of Fashion which was recently hosted by Neiman Marcus in conjunction with Style Week OC would have been a great … [Read more...] about It's Hot at Style Week OC
The Demise of Tory Burch at Desert Island
DON'T be tempted to buy these shoes. (Unless you’re not fazed by seeing them on everyone). Rating 2/10 heels.Am I the only person that still has the will to window shop? Big bad words like credit crunch, debt and deficit are taking their toll on me too. Even NPR’s saying it. I … [Read more...] about The Demise of Tory Burch at Desert Island