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Saturday, December 04, 2004

The Isabella Fiore Warehouse Sale: A Review

I went for the first time (Thursdays warehouse sale, December 2, 2004), encouraged by the posting on bargainsla.com (went with two-time former colleague Karen B.). I LOVE fiore bags and you never see them on sale.

We got there at a few minutes before 10 a.m. and there was a long line around the building. Apparently, there were women who were sitting on a lawn chairs at 6 a.m. AND they actually let many people in earlier than the prescribed 10 a.m. (I'd called ahead).

There were people walking out with HUGE bags and yet, by the time we neared the door with about 40 people ahead of us, women were coming out telling everyone the sale was "horrible" a group of women dubbed it "target" -- well, we drove all the way down there and my friend Karen noted, "what's one person's garbage is another person's treasure."

How TRUE!! having never been there, I didn't have the "OH they have these again kind of reaction." I got two of the same leather and shell bag (SHELL SHOCKED in the large hobo), original retail $385, for $30. Yes, $30. That's a pretty darn nice Xmas gift for another Fiore fan who shall go unmentioned (even though she would never read this newsletter since she doesn't know how to sign onto the internet).

I also got the beautiful embroidered suede patchwork tote, which retailed for about $400 for $50 and 2 pouches for great deals.

Current style "How Suede It Is" was $90, but it's still available and retails for $249! Karen B. was thrilled with her lime green version.

They may have had "better" things in previous sales, but we went away pretty happy. When you don't know what you're missing, it's easier to make lemonade from lemons (to mix metaphors).

Friday, December 03, 2004

Gurus' Guide to Serenity Launches. BeansTalk Attends for Edith Eig


BeansTalk was busy last night. The entire staff also attended the party celebrating this book at the very cool West Hollywood shop, Elixer. We came to support our favorite knitting guru, Edith Eig (featured in the book), and enjoyed the calming atmosphere and yummy drinks.

The Gurus' Guide to Serenity
A Me-Time Menu of Celebrity Stress Reducers
by Laurel House and Sharon House

(from Harpercollins.com) The midlife crisis, the family crisis, the career crisis, the relationship crisis -- nowadays everything seems to be a crisis. We are often too overwhelmed to enjoy the simplest things that make us truly happy. But now the professionals who bring contentment to the world's most famous people show you how to blissfully pamper yourself in this beautifully designed, fully illustrated guide to the sumptuous pleasures that should be a part of everyone's daily lives.

The Guru's Guide to Serenity

Cooking, baths, facials, painting, gardening, and deep breathing may very well be the saviors of our sanity. Celebrities have the means to find these pleasures, and mother-daughter team and Hollywood insiders Sharon and Laurel House have culled the secrets of the world's most exclusive experts, trainers, chefs, spas, and resorts to show readers how to create the kind of soothing treatments superstars love. Some of the gurus' remedies you will discover in this beautiful, comforting book include:

Irresistible at-home massage techniques from Michelle Kluck, massage therapist to Salma Hayek and Ashley Judd.

Fitness tips from Kathy Kaehler, celebrity trainer and the Today show's exercise expert.

Recipes for soothing spa treatments like Chocolate Fondue Facial Mask from Manhattan's elite Glow Skin Spa.

Instead of buying dozens of self-help books and magazines, you can find anything and everything you need to help you de-stress, create your own personal oasis of inner peace, and feel like a celebrity in The Gurus' Guide to Serenity.

Critical Praise:

"A wonderful collection of helpful ideas to discover ways to bring inner peace, balance, and creative fun..."

--Marla Maples

"Filled with stress-reducing ideas, [it] will leave you feeling refreshed for holiday fetes and photo ops."

--Shape

"Reading this book has helped me recognize the importance of creating time just for me."

--Kathy Kaehler, Today show fitness expert and celebrity trainer

"What a wonderful reminder that every woman’s soul needs a pick-me-up from time to time."

--Jenna von Oy

"The Gurus’ Guide to Serenity is a must read for piece of mind, body and soul."

--Anna Getty

"Instant relaxer. Feeling tense? Massage your eyebrows! It’ll relax your scrunched-up forehead and calm tension. From The Gurus’ Guide to Serenity."

--Parenting Magazine

"Instant relaxer. Feeling tense? Massage your eyebrows! It’ll relax your scrunched-up forehead and calm tension."

--Parenting Magazine


Edith Eig and La Knitterie Parisienne



Catherine Zeta-Jones is her latest convert!

Edith Eig has nurtured her business, La Knitterie Parisienne, into the world's most successful and recognizable knitting-yarn boutique of its kind. Her passion for and dedication to her art has earned her many titles, chief among them "Hollywood's knitting guru," a nickname bestowed on her by People magazine (as written by BeansTalk's managing editor/publisher), Entertainment Tonight and social columnist Liz Smith.

Born in Paris, France, and knitting since the age of 5, Eig has been instrumental in nurturing knitting's thriving renaissance, putting what was once considered a lost art back into public consciousness, where it has become a phenomenally popular "new" art form / hobby on a local, national and international level. More than just a small-business owner, Eig practices a sort of global thinking that has defined her as an entrepreneur, savvy businesswoman, fashion designer, stylist, therapist, friend and knitting instructor to the stars. For more than 25 years, she has been renowned as an expert in the field. She is highly admired by her clients, who rely on her expertise, knowledge, intuitive sense of style, interpretation of yarns, patience and uncompromising level of personal attention. http://www.laknitterieparisienne.com/ Watch Knit One Purl Two Hosted by Edith Eig on the DIY Network and HGTV

Devotees include Sarah Michelle Gellar, Debra Messing, Elizabeth Taylor, Ethan Embry, C. Thomas Howell, Bridget Fonda, Caroline Rhea, Julianne Moore, Daryl Hannah, Tyra Banks, Sofia Coppola, Camryn Manheim, Annette O’Toole, Shelley Morrison, Tamara Mello, Marina Sirtis, Justine Bateman, Gabrielle Carteris, Genie Francis, Julie Benz, Hilary Shepard-Turner, Mindy Burbano, Lisa Joyner, Colleen Williams, Josie Gammell, Marissa Ribisi, Regina Williams, among many others.

Don’t be fooled by imitators. Edith Eig is the real thing, Hollywood’s Knitting Guru.

Holiday Happening at Michelle Roy


That cute little floral accent on Ashlee Simpson's dress is by Michelle Roy, who hosted a holiday fete last night. She's repped by our pals at Sugar PR. But back to the flowers -- they're just part of Roy's beautiful line of accessories. These handmade beauties "Silk Flower Clips" can be placed in hair, on a top, jacket lapel, a handbag, around the neck or waist with their suede lariat.

Fans include Jennifer Lopez, Paris Hilton (she's sported many different designs), Drew Barrymore, Alyssa Milano, Minnie Driver, Natalie Portman, Paula Abdul, Tia Carrere, Salma Hayek, and Demi Moore. Roy also has an earring line, sterling silver, semi-precious, pierced dropped earrings (they range from $150 to $200) called "The Stiletto."

These three-inch dangling, neck lengthening earrings come in: Raspberry Chalcedony, Carnelian Coral, Turquoise, Pink Miyake Pearl, White Miyake Pearl, Gold Miyake Pearl, Green Garnet, Amethyst, London Blue Turquoise, Black Onyx and White Clear Topaz (see them on www.shopjuici.com)

Lindsay Lohan loves Roy's real four-leaf clover dipped in 14k Gold (Lucky Me $195) 16” necklace adorned with semi-precious stones such as: rubies, carnelian, turquoise, sapphires, pink tourmaline, and pearls.

But that’s not it! Roy also has the “Initial It!” ($80), which Brandy, Tia Carrere and Jillian Barberie love. The handmade sterling clip, embellished with Swarovski Crystals can hang on a handbag, key chain, belt loop, zipper pull, or whatever you can think of.


Our friends at tailbait (www.tailbait.com) were among the fashionistas displaying wonderful wares at Surly Girls' (www.surlygirlstudios.com) first annual holiday party, held at Michelle Roy's studio in Beverly Hills on Robertson (www.michelleroydesigns.com). Fun and fashion start the holidays! Posted by Hello

Snoop-y Dog


Lindy Newton, star of the Hallmark Channel's upcoming movie, Thicker than Water, confirms Snoopy is still top dog among fashionistas. The tank top is part of the new Vintage Peanuts apparel line available at better retailers like Kitson in Los Angeles as well as Nordstrom and Lord & Taylor nationwide.


Dan Band: the dan band

friday december 3rd

avalon hollywood
1734 n. vine street (n. of hollywood blvd)

7:30 doors/8:30 show
for tickets email: thedanband@avalonhollywood.com

come see the dan band perform dan's original "I WANNA ROCK YOU HARD THIS CHRISTMAS" ... available this holiday season on itunes, KROQ's kevin & bean christmas album, and playing on XM Radio...

www.thedanband.com


Thursday, December 02, 2004

Gallery Showing: One Night Only


OZLALA invites you to a photographic exhibit featuring the work of:

Cecil Cole

Catherine Ledner

Melodie McDaniel

Francine McDougall

Alastair Thain

ONE NIGHT ONLY!

Saturday, December 4

4pm - 8pm

8600 Sunset Boulevard (at Sunset Plaza)

West Hollywood

free parking available behind Chin Chin

cash or checks only

for more info please email: ozlala@comcast.net



Haitian Hero: "My only weapons are my journalist's pen, my microphone, and my unquenchable faith in true change." - Jean L. Dominique

Jean Dominique
was a hero to the Haitian people, a journalist and freedom fighter who waged a tireless fight against injustice and oppression in Haiti, first in his homeland and then from exile in New York. Today, more than four years after his still-unsolved assassination, Dominique continues to inspire the battle for liberty and democracy in Haiti. Directed by Jonathan Demme ("The Silence of the Lambs," "Swimming to Cambodia"), the CINEMAX Reel Life documentary The Agronomist tells the story of this uncompromising crusader when it debuts Tuesday, December 14, 2004 at 7 p.m. on Cinemax.


Wednesday, December 01, 2004


Isabella Fiore bag available at Neiman Marcus. Now here's the good news, from www.bargainsla.com: Handbags fashionistas shoudn't miss the Warehouse Sale at Isabella Fiore on 12/2. Wholesale pricing on last season, samples, one of a kinds, discontinued and overproduction on these high-end signature handbags sold at Neimans, Nordstroms and Saks Fifth Ave. 9088 Rosecrans Ave., Bellflower. 562.220.1140. Cash only. Posted by Hello

Green Party


Luck of the Irish: The four-leaf clover is said to bestow a bounty of faith, hope, love and luck on the fortunate soul who finds it. Er'go features a new candle, 4 Leaf Clover, a combination of Lemongrass, Coriander, Orange Oil, Oak Moss, and Vetiver. Made of all-natural, vegetable soy wax and featuring 100-percent cotton wicks, all Er'go candles are clean-burning. The 4 Leaf Clover blend is poured into a round cylinder glass jar, decorated only with a pale green, removable vinyl logo indicating fragrance blend. The wax is tinted only by the fragrance oils, and the sleek, simple design allows each candle to blend into any environment without interfering with its style or design.

Other Er'go Spectrum pure fragrance and essential oil blends include:

Coconut Pineapple
Greener Pastures
May Flowers
Lime Tree
Orange Blossom
Kiwi
Vanilla Nutmeg
Papyrus
Hawaiian Jasmine
Herb Garden
Sage Pine
Monkey Grass
Mandarin Vanilla
Currant Calyx
Kashmir Saffron
Cranberry Currant
Fresh Bamboo
Pear Vanilla
Champa
Lavender Patchouli
Birch
Pink Grapefruit
Parsley, Sage, Rosemary & Thyme

Each 7 oz. Spectrum candle burns for approximately 40 to 50 hours and has a suggested retail price of $20. To see more Er'go candles, log on to www.ergocandle.com.
Posted by Hello



Suds Marathon: Marathon Features Six Special Holiday Episodes from “All My Children,” “One Life to Live,” “General Hospitaland “Days of our Lives”

WHAT: This Christmas, celebrate the season with SOAPnet’s Christmas Re-Gifted marathon. Reminisce on Christmas pasts with “All My Children,” “One Life to Live,” “General Hospital” and “Days of our Lives,” as SOAPnet brings back the most heart-felt and memorable Daytime holiday episodes.

WHEN: Premieres Saturday, December 25, 2004 (Noon6 p.m. ET/PT)

EPISODES: Christmas Re-gifted episodes include:

Days of our Lives, Christmas 2001

The cast gathers in the Horton living room for a very special Christmas episode which opens with a flashback to the very first Days of our Lives Christmas. The cast takes turns talking and flashing back to their characters’ Christmas pasts. We see how the tradition of the hanging of the Horton ornaments started. (Episode 2001-09207)

All My Children, Christmas 2002

At the Martin Christmas Eve open house, Tad reaches out to JR. Greenlee tries to force herself to exhibit holiday cheer and is consoled by her memories of Leo. Liza pours her heart out to Mia who offers her forgiveness. Erica reaches out to Bianca. (Episode 2002-08501)

All My Children, Christmas 2003

While spending time with an abandoned baby, Bianca realizes she can love her child regardless of how she was conceived. Greenlee experiences a Christmas miracle, realizing that it is time for her to let go of Leo and move on and to stop fighting with Jack and Ryan. Kendall is touched by the special present that Ryan gives her. (Episode 2003-08752)

One Life to Live, Christmas 2003

While under a magic spell brought on by the aroma of a flower, Marcie falls in love with Al/Michael. Viki wishes that her family could all be happy at Christmas. Blair and Walker put aside their schemes for revenge. Natalie opens Cristian's Christmas present, and Lindsay and Daniel share a kiss. (Episode 2003-09064)

General Hospital, Christmas 2002

After Edward reluctantly agrees to play Santa at the annual hospital Christmas party, his heart melts when he witnesses the joy in the children's eyes. Alan continues the tradition of reading the Christmas story. Ric gets Sonny released on bail and ends up spending Christmas Eve with Elizabeth. Alexis holds Kristina for the first time. (Episode 2002-10177)

General Hospital, Christmas 2003

Luke experiences his own Christmas Carol when the Cassadines haunt him as the spirits of Christmas past (Helena), present (Nikolas) and future. Luke's nightmare comes to an end when he wakes up on Christmas morning a changed man. (Episode 2003-10432)


Tuesday, November 30, 2004


Gallery Opening, 4 December 2004 (see story below) Posted by Hello

Beauty Sleep


Get Your Beauty Sleep: More and more companies are coming out with treatments specifically to be used in the evening and are giving new meaning to the phrase “Beauty Sleep.” Here's what reps say about a few of these products:

Leaf & Rusher Tx Night
An enhanced nighttime concentrate designed to restore radiance to stressed, dehydrated, aging skin while you sleep. It smoothes and retexturizes, reduces the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, and protects skin from photodamage. Kelly Preston, Ali Landry and Jennifer Tilly use these skin care products, developed by Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Norman Leaf and skin care expert Rand Rusher. SRP: $150.00

Victoria Principal Principal Secret Reclaim Revolutionary Anti-Aging Night Cream
An intensive nighttime treatment formulated with Argireline Molecular Complex to fight the visible appearance of wrinkles. Delivers a higher concentration of ingredients during the optimal repair time to help accelerate the skin’s natural renewal process without irritation. SRP: $47.00

Skyn Iceland Oxygen Infusion Night Cream
An overnight treatment that charges up skin’s natural renewal process. Rich emollients and therapeutic natural ingredients offer anti-aging benefits, helping to replenish what chronic stress has taken away, while the Arctic-inspired Biospheric Complex immediately goes to work to radically stabilize, strengthen and nourish skin. SRP: $75.00

Boscia Recharging Night Moisture
A concentrated cream of Oriental botanicals formulated to moisturize, soothe and nourish the skin overnight. Absorbs deeply to revitalize, repair and strengthen the skin. Also diminishes the appearance of wrinkles and restores vitality. SRP: $30.00

Sothys Noctuelle
A new and improved universal night cream with AHAs and Vitamin C that results in optimal performance. An anti-aging formula with more anti-oxidant properties that fight free radicals to prevent the signs of age. SRP: $52.00

Jason Natural Thigh Therapy Nighttime Firming Creme
After you workout, let this cream go to work while your body and muscles rest and restore. This concentrated European oil-free Creme formula works while you sleep to reduce the appearance of cellulite. Seaweed, Guarana and Wasabi work in conjunction with Thermogenic Yerba Gold to noticeably tone and smooth hips, thighs and buttocks. Algae Extract and Ivy help break down fat in cellulite cells and amino acids strengthen and firm the skin. Horsetail helps the body produce new elastin and collagen fibers. Concentrated Vitamin E reinforces the collagen and network of elastic fibers, and helps prevent free radicals from causing skin to age prematurely. SRP: $20.00

Lamas Pro-Vita C Plus Vital Infusion Complex
A breakthrough anti-aging formula used in the evening that combines three key natural antioxidants - vitamin C ester, alpha lipoic acid and DMAE - to combat skin damage caused by free radicals while stimulating skin regeneration at the cellular level. Achieve optimum results by applying over clean skin at night, preferably a half hour before bedtime, including eye area and neck. SRP: $52.00

SkinMedica Dermal Repair
A luxurious, exclusive formulation that is highly concentrated with vitamins A, C and E, along with safflower seed and soybean oils, sodium hyaluronate, natural extracts of aloe, oat, olives, algae and other ingredients for unparalleled hydrating benefits. This heavy cream goes beyond standard moisturizers to replenish, protect and nourish skin, while improving skin texture and tone for a healthier, more vibrant appearance. SRP: $94.50



Not So Hole-y Grail


Actress Kelly Hu in GRAIL Clothing Posted by Hello

Rock-er Wear



Grail Clothing has cool rocker-style tanks, short and long sleeved shirts, hoodies, jeans and even dresses (love the dresses). www.Grailclothing.com . They are currently releasing a new embroidered denim line (jeans and skirts) as well as handbags, wallet chain and wallets. All of these items are made for both men and women.

Grail Celebrity Client List:


Ashlee Simpson
Ashton Kutcher
Drew Barrymore
Drop Kick Murphy
Farrah Fawcett
Fred Durst
Gavin Rosdale
Gwen Stephani
Jessica Simpson
Kelly Hu
Lyndsay Lohan
Marc Anthony
Mary Kate Olsen
Steven Tyler
Ty Pennington
Samuel L. Jackson
Nick Cage
Jake Gyllenlhaal

Posted by Hello


THREADCOUNTzzz Sleepwear is the first and only line of ultra-high thread-count sleepwear. All THREADCOUNTzzz products are made with proprietary fabric which is a 400+ thread count, single ply, 100% Egyptian cotton sateen weave. New for the holiday season will be 14 new women’s styles and 2 new men’s styles of pajamas. The new collection features ‘Shoely Obsessed’, ($148) a classic cut pajama embroidered with many a woman’s obsession, shoes. ‘Shoely Obsessed’ comes in aquamarine and lipstick, two new colors for the holidays. The style will come in aquamarine as well as white and black. In addition to the embroideries, THREADCOUNTzzz offers a new style of pajama featuring ribbon trim and small bows ($154). THREADCOUNTzzz launches the first high thread-count robes in October. The robes will come in white with black or tan stripes for men ($184) and women ($180). Woman’s robes will also come in aquamarine or lipstick ($180). Another first in the high thread count world will be the company’s boxers ($38) made from the same proprietary fabric and packaged in a matching draw string bag. http://threadcountzzz.com/


Yuko Yamashita, the superintendent of YUKO SYSTEM

The Straight Answer to Beautiful Hair!
MODELS NEEDED for revolutionary
YUKO HAIR STRAIGHTENING SYSTEM!

Upscale Yuko System Salon is currently in search of six (6) HAIR MODELS to appear at the ISSE BEAUTY SHOW in Long Beach, CA, February 5-7,2005. Go from curls to luxurious straight hair-free of charge!

MODEL AUDITIONS
Auditions will be held Friday, Dec. 10, 2004 at Yuko System Academy
(1860 W. Carson Street, Torrance, CA 90501) Call for details at: 310-618-5412 or
887-985-6797.

MODELS NEEDED
-TWO models are needed to act as the main models having their hair straightened on the show floor.
-THREE FEMALES: medium to long hair needed.
-ONE short hair male needed.
-FOUR DANCERS to walk/dance around showing off the straightened hair
-No bleach or highlights (color is okay).
-Age 19-29

MODEL Requirements
-Females with semi long hair (not too curly, hair with volume)
-80% of straightening procedure will be done prior to the event
-Age 19-29

Required Dates
-Audition December 10, 2004 for 2 hours.
-End of January: Rehearsal for 3-4 Hours and a Photo Shoot for 1-2 hours
-Prior to show Hair straightening (4 hours)
-Available for show days (Feb 5-7)

CONTACT:

MS. REINA MISAKI
1860 W. Carson St. #102
Torrance, CA 90501
310-618-5412/ FAX 310-328-0716
 Posted by Hello

Luxury Gifts, Memberships and other Asundry Cheer


Breitling Emergency Watch- Designed originally for pilots and air crews, the Emergency Breitling is an instrument watch with built-in microtransmitter broadcasting! Made for the high adventurer, the Breitling will broadcast a signal for 48 hours at the push of a button. It retails in yellow gold for $25,000 and white gold for $32,250.

Reuters reported that two British pilots, Squadron Ldr. Steve Brooks and Flight Lt. Hugh Quentin-Smith, crashed their helicopter in Antarctica and were rescued after activating their Breitling Emergency transmitter watches. The two pilots were in their lifeboat when a Chilean Otter aircraft found them after homing-in on signals from their watches. The Breitling Emergency watch contains a micro-transmitter, which is programmed to transmit on the international aviation distress frequency of 121.5 MHz.

Fantastic Fashion Finds and More


Rockstar by ThickSkin Leather. You need one. In all colors. Four gun-metal black zippers. Two front pockets gusseted for extra room. One large back pocket. Gun metal black strap hardware. Italian. Hand made in the USA. Dimensions: 13 x 7 x 3.5 Posted by Hello

Our friends at Couch Nobelius have several suggestions for holiday shopping. BeansTalk especially **ADORES** the bag in the photo above (it also comes in three other yummy colors), but here's a look at some of their other clients, too.

Born and raised on New York City’s Park Avenue, Alex Gaines left Columbia University to Launch Paper Denim and Cloth in 1999 to immediate applause from fashion’s elite. By the end of its debut year, Paper Denim was picked up by Fred Segal and has since become a must-have designer label, now in stores including Colette (Paris), Barneys New York, and Harrods (London). In 2003, Alex left Paper Denim in the trusty hands of her brother Chris Gilbert in order to create her first women’s ready-to-wear line. This first line, aptly dubbed “Alex Gaines,” consists of lush cashmere tunics, cashmere/wool trousers, fitted blazers and cashmere low slung coats. The collection is currently available at Neiman Marcus, Henri Bendel, Scoop, and American Rag among others.

saja is a sensual new label inspired by the lines, glamour and femininity of 1920’s and 30’s fashion, a time when women were elegant and mysterious. With a nod to mentor Richard Tyler and the renowned French dressmaker Madeleine Vionnet, the designer Yoo Lee insists on quality in even the smallest details - french seams, silk linings, natural fabrics, hand-embroidery and beading. Saja is sold to over 300 stores within the United States as well as in Spain, Kuwait, Japan and Indonesia. In Los Angeles, Saja can be found at Saks Fifth Avenue, Fred Segal, and at Turtle in Boston; Mandarine in St. Barts and Isabel in Palm Beach.
www.sajainc.com

Romy Ivsic French-born Romy Ivsic’s exquisite jewelry collection combines her childhood passion for precious stones with an adult appreciation of their powerful, metaphysical healing properties. Characterized by large stones and ingenious settings that allow the stones to maintain skin contact, the rings alone in Romy’s collection are weighty pieces (both figuratively and literally) weighing in at up to 15 grams of either solid gold or sterling silver.
www.romyivsic.com

Australian jewelry line Damselfly's latest collection, Black Madonna comprises an eclectic mix of old world Egyptian princess meets eastern antique charm. Rare components exclusive to the collection include sterling silver, oxidized sterling silver, with premium semi precious stones, jade, agate, black onyx and turquoise
www.damselfly.com.au

Thickskin is a fierce new line of upscale accessories crafted from Italian leathers and lined in espresso suede with unique hardware in oxidized copper, nickel and gun metal black. Styles range from the sophisticated evening Clutch, to resilient travel bags like the All Nighter and Director’s Bag, to the ever funk-tional Rockstar, 3-Way and Bucket bags. Sassy Thickskin leather colors include Rum & Coke, Natural Blonde, Topless and Bloodshot. Now fans from Cameron Diaz and Maggie Gyllenhaal to Fergie and Joseph Finnes are known as “Thickskin-ers.” “It’s a certain personality who buys my bags,” smiles designer Cordila Joachim. “Metro, urban, intelligent, witty, gritty, avant garde and world-focused. I can always see them coming. I know my tribe.”
www.thickskin.net

sass & bide wolfnation is a new limited edition collection personifying Sarah-Jane & Heidi’s passion for beautiful fabrics, hand-crafted detail and a love of contemporary innovation juxtaposed with vintage style. The aesthetic is sexy, contradictory and distinctive. This collection features luxurious fabrics such as french silk adorned with hand-beading, vintage lace and studded kid suede. The range is distinguished by elaborate detailing, embellishment and innovative construction. Unique, custom-made harness style accessories have been designed to accentuate these luxurious and directional pieces.
www.sassandbide.com


Additional Note:
Please take a moment to ask the Governor to Protect California's National Forests at the following web site: You can do it in less than a minute!


http://environmentcalifornia.org/envirocalifforests.asp?id=234&id4=TAFsent

Another Holiday Gift Guide

Meanwhile, our pals at Full Picture have their own suggestions for Holiday Gifts:

Victoria’s Secret Fantasy Bra: Supermodel Tyra Banks models the 2004 Heavenly ‘70’ Fantasy Bra by Mouawad, in the Victoria’s Secret ‘Christmas Dreams And Fantasies’ The Heavenly ‘70’ Fantasy Bra by Mouawad features a 70-carat flawless pear-shape diamond in the center. Inspired by Victoria’s Secret’s Angels Collection, the Fantasy Bra has been created with a delicate angel-wing motif. Adorned with 2,900 pave-set diamonds and weighing a total of 112 carats, this year’s Fantasy Bra is set in 18-karat white gold. The one-of-a-kind bra is worth $10 million.

XACT Stream|Jockey Plug+Play Satellite Radio Receiver and Portable Pod The Stream|Jockey Plug+Play receives Sirius satellite radio with over 120 commercial free stations of music, talk, news, weather, traffic and more. The receiver can be plugged into a home stereo and a car audio system. XACT Portable Pod is the first ever wireless accessory, allowing you to receive satellite radio transmission through the Stream|Jockey Plug + Play without being plugged in. It provides over 3 hours of playing time. The Stream|Jockey satellite radio receiver is priced from $99to $149; the Portable Pod is $99.

Rocawear Playa Pack and Women’s Accessories Rocawear is offering the Playa Pack for the 2004 holiday season. The Playa Pack gift set contains a Silver Signature edition official Rocawear basketball, 2 pairs of Rocawear athletic socks and a limited edition Roc-a-fella CD with such artists as Kanye West, Jay-Z, Nicole Wray, Cam’ron and numerous others. The Playa Pack is available from Macy’s, Dr. J’s and D.E.M.O. for $50. For the Rocawear lady, there are a wide variety of handbags, belts and sunglasses. Made from leathers and furs with metallic trims. Rocawear accessories range in price from $30-$100, available at department stores and specialty stores nationwide.

Perrier Jouët 1999 Fleur de Champagne Blanc de Blancs This very rare Champagne pays homage to the greatest of Perrier Jouët’s 100-percent-rated Cramant vineyards, which are at the heart of all the Fleur de Champagne prestige cuvées. It was in 1902 that master glassmaker and Art Nouveau founder Émile Gallé created the original “Flower Bottle” which honored the Belle Époque era and now provides a fitting backdrop for this beautiful gold elixir. Availability for the 1999 vintage is extremely limited and retail price is $220 per bottle.

Fill-r-up Gift Baskets
Want to make a phone call, name any products and have them beautifully assembled in a holiday gift basket for a business associate or a loved one? Fill-r-up is a customized gift basket service and retail store located in Manhattan's Upper East Side which provides this unique service. Pre-assembled baskets are also available nationally on the website www.fill-r-up.com or 866-fill-r-up (345-5787).

Alpha Omega Jewelers Alpha Omega, America’s leading luxury watch and jewelry retailer offers the most sought after watches, perfect for holiday gift giving. A.Lange & Sohne Double Split- Referred to as an emotional timepiece by watch collectors the world over, the A. Lange & Söhne Double Split may be pricey ($97,800), but it’s worth it. Two precise hands measure time – one splits the minutes, the other splits the seconds. Baume and Mercier Vice-Versa- The hot, new watch of the season, this trend setting watch doubles as a bracelet. One side tells the time and the other is a polished steel bracelet set with diamonds. It retails for $795.

Gran Centenario Ultra Premium Tequila Gran Centenario ultra- premium tequila is recognized for smoothness and versatility. Available at fine liquor and wine stores, nationwide, bottles of Gran Centenario’s Plata, Reposado, and Añejo tequilas are perfect for specialty cocktails like the Holiday Season Beso (tequila and hot chocolate) or simple sipping on ice.

barbara k Lightweight Power Drill The barbara k! Power-Lite Cordless Drill Kit, is the newest product from Barbara K, Power-Lite Cordless Drill has the power of a standard drill yet is lighter, less bulky and easier to handle. In addition to the website (www.barbarak.com), barbara k! tools are also sold at Bed, Bath and Beyond, Ace Hardware Stores, Gracious Home, The Container Store, True Value Hardware, Avon and this fall barbara k! will be available at Target, Orchard Supply and more. The barbara k! Power-Lite Cordless Drill Kit is competitively priced at $59.99.

Jordache Jeans The iconic Jordache look is back as the company re-launches their classic jean with a modern twist. The line features: Classic Boot, Flare and a Super Tight Slim. The collection also includes a mini skirt and pencil skirt, both in denim. The pieces are individually crafted using the most innovative process and using only premium denims from Italy, Japan and the US. The new collection will be available at high-end retail stores and boutiques (including, Intermix, Atrium, Fred Segal, and Tracey Ross).

The Setai Club A membership in The Setai Club, a private residential resort opening in South Beach, Miami in January 2005, offers sophisticated travelers the opportunity to be a part of an exclusive club and own ultra-luxury resort properties in elite destinations around the world. Beginning with the flagship property in Miami and future destinations in Morocco, Bali and Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Setai Club owners are entitled to spend an unlimited amount of time in any of the Club properties as well as experience superb amenities such as world class dining, spa and fitness centers and spectacular pool areas and beaches. Founders of The Setai Club hail from worlds of fashion, art, music, business, sports and entertainment and include Lenny Kravitz, Heidi Klum, Sheryl Crow, Jac Nasser, Boris Becker and Alex Von Furstenberg, among others. Membership fee are approximately $300,000

Cross It Off Your List This Holiday season you can give the gift of organization. Linda Rothschild has been organizing the lives of busy people since 1990. The native New Yorker created Cross It Off Your List to help people take back both time and space in their harried and hectic lives. She has been featured in O The Oprah Magazine, In Style, Allure, The New York Times, Good Morning America and CNN. Prices of consultation vary, please call for details

Anthony Martin
Master iPod Programmer Anthony Martin has the ability to download just the right tunes for each playlist, to suit any personality, occasion or locale has put him in high demand. Anthony Martin’s service, available to music lovers in New York City, is one of the most personalized gifts one can give during the holidays.

Monday, November 29, 2004

Heeeerrre's Johnny!


Here’'s Johnny: "John Mayer Has A TV Show" Premieres Thursday, December 9, 2004 at 11 p.m. New VH1 Special Follows Grammy-Award Winning Artist John Mayer On The Road As Host Of His Own Talk Show. Shot guerrilla-style, it's one-part documentary, one-part travelogue and one part sketch comedy. The half-hour show offers up 'behind-the-scenes' look at Mayer's life on the road. Shot during Mayer's most recent summer tour, the show gives a glimpse of how he spends his day when he's not performing. He takes rapper Trick Daddy on a tour of downtown Nashville, he disguises himself in a bear suit costume to get a fresh perspective on how his audience preps for his concerts in the venue parking lot and four female fans get a shot at tweaking their favorite musician's image when hebrings them in for their very own focus group.

Mayer is currently promoting his album, "Heavier Things," which has just been certified double platinum and features the hit single, "Daughters." For more information on "John Mayer Has A TV Show" log onto http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/john_mayer_has_a_tv_show/series.jhtml.
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Sunday, November 28, 2004


Julia Roberts has her babies (see story below). Posted by Hello

Julia Roberts Has Her Twins

Julia Roberts, 37, epitome of the superstar, who didn't "take the opportunity to discuss her issues with fertility and her pregnancy via in virtro" when guesting on Oprah, gave birth at approximately 3 a.m. (PT) to Phinnaeus Walter and Hazel Patricia Moder at a Los Angeles Hospital.