In Other Fashion News….

Kate Walsh sparkled in precious Platinum jewelry by Neil Lane at the “6th Annual Chrysalis Butterfly Ball” on June 2nd. Walsh’s arm candy included multiple Platinum, diamond and onyx bracelets. Walsh wore a moss green chiffon gathered halter bubble cocktail dress with wrapped pearl neckline from Monique Lhuillier’s Spring 2007 collection.

Debra Messing looked sophisticated at The Cinema Society "Away From Home" Screening while wearing Catherine Malandrino. The television star selected to wear a noir cotton voile deep v-neck dress accented by floral cutout trim from the Spring/Summer 2007 collection. Messing promoted her new mini-series at the NBC Summer Press Day 2007 wearing a dress by Tadashi. The redheaded beauty selected a signature yellow and white printed silk chiffon v-neck dress with ruched waist. Established in 1982 by designer, owner and President Tadashi Shoji, the Los Angeles-based company has become widely recognized for its original designs and innovative collections. Celebrity fans include Minnie Driver, Celine Dion, Kate Walsh, Shakira, and more.

Ellen Pompeo of Grey’s Anatomy wore a summer dress by Alber Elbaz for Lanvin. For 6th Annual Chrysalis Butterfly Ball charity event, Pompeo selected to wear Lanvin’s beige satin kimono sleeve cocktail dress.

Rebecca Gayheart attended the 6th Annual Chrysalis Butterfly Ball on June 2nd wearing a design by Monique Lhuillier, a jewel blue silk chiffon and charmeuse strapless cocktail dress with spiral cascading front bodice and gold leaf belt from Monique’s Fall 2007 collection.

Access Hollywood correspondent Maria Menounos looked glamorous on June 2nd at The Sixth Annual Chrysalis Butterfly Ball with accessories by Swarovski. The brunette beauty was stunning with clear crystal Cube earrings and a clear crystal mesh Pouch bag.

Amy Smart attended this weekend's Sixth Annual Chrysalis Butterfly Ball carrying a handbag by Mary Norton. The actress accented her red dress with Mary Norton’s LOUISA clutch – a double sided black and white striped Lucite clutch with Swarovski crystal-encrusted silver clasps. Mary Norton handbags are sold at high end retailers such as Saks Fifth Avenue and Harrods as well as her own website www.marynorton.com. Smart also stepped out at Heal the Bay’s 16th Annual Bring Back the Beach event wearing a dress by Monique Lhuillier. The blonde beauty selected a black and white re-embroidered Chantilly lace strapless cocktail dress with black taffeta sash.

Maria Menounos was ready to party in a Catherine Malandrino dress as she hosted "Kickin' It Old Skool" at Cameo. The star selected to wear a blanc cotton short sleeve pointelle knit blouson dress from the Catherine Malandrino Spring/Summer 2007 collection.

Green is the New Black

BeansTalk is pleased to announce that www.GreenGirlGuide.com goes live this week with the latest and greatest in green fashion, beauty and lifestyle. Think DailyCandy meets Stella McCartney--Green Girl Guide features content rotating weekly and a blog hosted by their very own Gigi Green where you can air your green rants and raves. We're not talking granola and granny panties, Green Girl loves the hottest organic denim, the most luscious non-toxic lipstick, sexy recycled cashmere sweaters, a food-grade moisturizer that's so pure you can eat it, luxurious silky sheets made from sustainable resources and the best organic lubricant to use when you're, um, breaking them in.
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Top Gun

BeansTalk on Pilots

We’ve had a chance to catch the NBC, CBS and CW fall pilots. So far, we’ve found one show we’re going to turn into (meaning, that we really want to watch, not something we have to watch for our day job).

Our current pick is Reaper, a new horror-comedy from Kevin Smith (Clerks). It's about a young guy who finds out his parents sold his soul to the devil and has to pay back Mr. Satan by being a bounty hunter. The show stars Bret Harrison who was Lily Finnerty’s neighbor-boyfriend on Fox’s underrated “Grounded for Life.” He also had a recurring role as “Charlie” on “That ‘70s Show” -- he probably should’ve gone on to the final season instead of the much-less-likable Josh Meyers. Instead, Harrison opted to star in the little-seen Fox series, “The Loop,” which was O.K., but certainly without the potential of “Reaper.”

Reaper will air this fall, Tuesdays at 9 p.m. on The CW

Hot Item. Hot Cause.
Andrea Goodwin, Associate Editor
Kudos to our friends at Sonya Dakar for keeping our skin healthy and our consciousness raised about worthy causes such as CancerCare. Bid strong!

Pampering Dad

by Andrea Goodwin, BeansTalk Associate Editor

Doesn't Father’s Day present one of the most challenging shopping trips of the year?
This Father's Day BeansTalk recommends giving Dad the vedaDUDE Gift Set, a non-cosmetic skincare line for men that is fresh, clean and simple without the use of typical preservatives and steroids. This 4-step complete shaving system is perfect for any dad who wants to simplify his skincare regimen and return to the basics.

vedaDUDE Gift Set (SRP $75.00): Four sleek aluminum bottles which include; CLEAN (Face Cleanser), GLIDE (Shave Gel), SPLASH (After Shave), and CHILL (Face Moisturizer).

Splash After Shave
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Chill Face Moisturizer
A wonderful way to chill and moisturize with this balm of organic coconut and jojoba that leaves the skin feeling pure, refreshed and re-hydrated. 4 oz.
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Glide Shave Gel
A shaving gel made with Organic Aloe Leaf Juice, Bilberry extract and Organic Orange fruit extract makes this a refreshing and clear way to shave. The non-sticky gel glides on easily and stays clear and smooth for a protected shave, and washes off fresh and clean. 4 oz.
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Clean Face Cleanser
Green clay, and Vitamin C create a synergetic blend that helps protect the skin against free radicals. The Vitamin C Esters absorb readily into the skin without stinging and the Green Clay makes this cleanser rich and effective in protecting the dermis from environmental toxins, aging and sun damage. 4 oz.
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Satin Sugar All-Purpose Treatment Balm…
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Scented with Cake’s top selling Satin Sugar fragrance of fresh lemon and vanilla, this versatile balm smoothes frizzy ends and fly-aways, treats stretch marks, dry lips, cuticles and knees, ashy elbows and heels…and anything else that needs a little nourishment.

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Astrella Celeste Visits U.S.


Donovan'’s middle daughter kicks off U.S. visit in New York City as pair of major televised performances set for broadcast, starting with: The Donovan Concert: Live in L.A. (PBS) The ‘60s Love Child with the 21st Century Spirit” Takes Euro-buzz Global with June 4 digital release of U.K. hit single, “Dream.”

A powerful statement of intent from the girl, something that will and has put her on the map the world over.” – The Talk Magazine

MALLORCA, Spain - As her Euro-buzz crests with a high profile performance slot at the prestigious 2007 Isle of Wight Festival and a surge of oversees radio airplay, pop-jazz chanteuse Astrella Celeste is heading to New York City to kick off the June 4, 2007 digital release of her U.K. hit single, “Dream” and promote her guest appearance with her father on his upcoming PBS television special. The Donovan Concert: Live in L.A, will start airing nationally the same week “Dream” goes on cyber-sale and will be featured on the iTunes home page. (Check local listings for airdates and times.)



Born to rock royalty as the middle daughter of Donovan and embraced throughout Europe as “The ‘60s Love Child with the 21st Century Spirit,” Astrella is scheduled to arrive June 25 in New York City for several days of industry meetings, showcases and media activity while re-acquainting herself with the country where she spent much of her unusually blessed childhood and a portion of her adult life.



“I was born in America and have lived here half my life,” says Astrella. “It feels like home. I can’t wait to come back.”



“Dream” is currently in radio rotation throughout the United Kingdom and is spreading throughout Europe, gaining steady spins in France, Spain, Italy and Germany amid significant European press coverage in the Sunday Times Magazine, Hello and the Daily Mail, among others. In the U.S., Astrella was seen last month performing a duet rendition of “Dream” with her father when the PBS special first aired exclusively on Long Island’s WLIW-TV in a concert benefiting the David Lynch Foundation for Consciousness-Based Education and World Peace. The Donovan Concert: Live in L.A. was taped in January at Hollywood’s esteemed Kodak Theater (home of the Oscars).





Also in support of her single release, Astrella will be seen singing “Dream” by a global TV audience, as her Isle of Wight main stage performance – along with those of the Rolling Stones and many other legends – is being recorded for worldwide telecast (and airing live on BBC4). Astrella makes her Isle of Wight Festival debut on June, the weekend immediately following the digital release of “Dream.”



“Dream” is a driving fusion of jazz, pop and country showcasing Astrella as a songwriter who creates exceptionally personal, soulful and sensitive music with a sweet, almost innocent quality. She alternately recalls such icons as Liz Phair, Shania Twain and Natalie Merchant while capturing the lyrical and relaxing spirit of Donovan’s psychedelic folk-rock classics.



“Dream” is the first track from Astrella’s upcoming 6-song EP Blue Star, due in the fall. (Its title is the Spanish translation of Astrella-Celeste.) "Dream" was written by Kevin Hunter (of Sheryl Crow’s Tuesday Night Music Club), Astrella’s writing partner on the rest of Blue Star. It’s produced by Yoad Nevo (Sugababes, Goldfrapp) with string arrangements by the legendary John Cameron (Les Miserables, Jose Carreras). Astrella’s core band is Rat Scabies on drums, Andy Hobson (Pretenders) on bass and Carmen Squire (daughter of Yes keyboardist Chris Squire) sharing backing vocals with Astrella.



As beautiful as she is talented, Astrella's career has been richly developed through collaborations in the studio, on stage and in home jams with David Gilmour, Brian Setzer, Graham Nash and the Happy Mondays, to name but a few. Astrella’s easygoing style is a reflection of the charmed life she’s led since childhood. She released her first single in Italy at age 8, which led to the Pope asking to meet her, and spent her youth in acting schools and dance troupes before working with her father providing backing vocals and touring with him.



"My dad will always be my biggest influence,” says Astrella, “but I also love Chet Baker, Nina Simone, Sade, Tori Amos, The Cardigans ... I could go on and on."



www.myspace.com/astrellaceleste

Article on Astrella from the Daily Mail, London

He was the ultimate hippy who left behind him a legacy of memorable flower-power songs such as Hurdy Gurdy Man, Mellow Yellow and Jennifer Juniper.

For a few years in the Sixties, Donovan was more famous than the Queen. But it wasn't just his songs that lived on in people's consciousness. He also left a legacy of dysfunction that deeply affected those who loved him.

He abandoned his lover, the American model Enid Karl and their two children — Ione Skye (now a film star) and Donovan Leitch (who became a Calvin Klein model) — and was estranged from them for many years.

His youngest daughter, Oriole, from his marriage to Linda Lawrence, became pregnant at 17 and has two children by different fathers. And his other daughter, Astrella Celeste, endured a six-year relationship with her heroin-addicted lover, Paul Ryder, from the rock band Happy Mondays.

Yet, somehow, the family has survived and, today, Donovan is more likely to be found playing contentedly with his grandchildren than indulging in the excesses of his past.

Much of the credit for his fragile reconciliation with the splintered parts of his family must go to Astrella.

Having survived the most unconventional of childhoods, she is, today, a beautiful young woman of 34 who is happily married, ready to start a family of her own and about to embark on a music career.

Her first single, Dream, is being released next month on Donovan Discs — the record label she has set up with her father.

And it is instantly clear from talking to her that she is not only creative, but has a sound business head — Astrella and her music manager husband, Jason Rothberg, also have a property company which she can fall back on if her music career doesn't take off.

At the age of seven, Astrella appeared on stage with her father in front of 50,000 people at a charity telethon in Israel. By the age of ten, she was being offered record deals, which her parents declined on her behalf.

'It got a little bit too much too soon, so my father pulled me back,' she recalls. 'He didn't want the same thing happening to me that had happened to him in the Sixties. In his teens, he was selling out every major stadium in the world. But by the time he was 24, he was disillusioned and burnt out.'

Muse

At the age of 24, Donovan dropped out of sight and went to live in Ireland with Linda, the woman he calls his 'muse'. They have now been married for 34 years.

He adopted her son, Julian — the result of her affair with tragic Rolling Stones founder Brian Jones, who drowned in his swimming pool at the age of 27 after a suspected drugs overdose — and the couple had two children of their own, Oriole and Astrella.

Throughout her childhood, Astrella was aware that she had siblings in America, but there was no contact with them. She discovered her father had abandoned Enid Karl when their son was a baby and she was pregnant with Ione.

'I was aware of them because I had seen pictures, but we didn't have any contact,' she recalls. 'As I got older, I decided the situation was ridiculous and I wanted to know my siblings. Understandably, Ione and Donovan didn't really want to know my dad because he wasn't there for them when he should have been.

'Ione said a lot of bad things about Dad in Press articles, so I persuaded him to call them, which he did. They came to see us, but it was very difficult.

'So, when I was 17, I decided to spend time with Donovan Leitch and Ione in Los Angeles. It was nerve-wracking at first and I felt guilty that I'd had our father in my life and they hadn't.

'We started off having lunches together, but then spent nearly every day together for about a year-and-a-half. We got very close and even though it's difficult to see them — because I live in Majorca and they are in America — we try to get together when we can.

'There is still a process going on between them and Dad. It will take time to heal. Ione was particularly resentful of him — and quite rightly so. What Dad did was wrong and I would have felt the same.

'I've also spent quite a lot of time with Enid. Last Thanksgiving was a big stepping stone. She invited my mother and father and it was the first time they had all been together. It was very emotional.'

Of all her siblings, Astrella describes herself as 'the goody two-shoes that everybody was always very proud of'. She says: 'I have always been very opinionated and single-minded about what I want.'

What she didn't want was to repeat her father's mistakes.

His years of drug-taking and womanising left their mark on her to the extent that she went totally the other way.

'I was determined to be normal. I had been living my life like a gipsy, surrounded by drugs and crazy people. So when I was 16, I got a job in a clothing store because it was as far removed from my family life as possible.'

When she returned from America, however, Astrella inadvertently got caught up with the very life she had tried to avoid. She met the Happy Mondays' bass player, Paul Ryder, whose brother Shaun had a child with her sister, Oriole.

Very romantic

'I was celibate and hadn't been with anybody for a long time when I met Paul,' she says. 'He seemed really sweet and it was all very romantic. We were together for six years and I was stepmother to his two children.

'But Paul was involved in a very heavy drugs environment. I had never come across heroin before and it was a shock to the system.

'I believed there was something I could do to better the situation, but eventually I realised you can't help somebody who doesn't want to change. And so we split up.'

Astrella went back to America and was determined not to have another relationship — but then she met Rothberg, the man who was to become her husband.

'I was a little scared of him at first because he was very wild, but gradually we became great friends and things evolved from there. It was his honesty that won me over. Fidelity is very important to me and I don't want to be deceived.'

The couple celebrate their fifth wedding anniversary this year and hope to start a family one day. Says Astrella: 'I can't imagine my life without a child, but I need to focus on my career for the next year or two. Because of the way I was brought up, I know that having children is a huge responsibility.'

But, for the time being, Astrella is concentrating on the release of her first single and is working on an album.

She doesn't worry about her career being so closely linked to her father, saying: 'This is the first time my father has had his own record label — and I'm the one who has pushed for it.

'It is hard to work with your own family, but it's worthwhile if you can make it work. My father has done some bad things in his life, but I still love him. Of all my brothers and sisters, I think I am the one closest to him.

'I used to be very frustrated by my family, but I wouldn't have had it any other way. I don't think I would be as tough and as strong as I am now if I hadn't had to deal with the problems we've had.'

What's Nu

As the temperature and hemlines continue to get higher in Los Angeles Nu Collective rises to the occasion with plenty to talk about. BeansTalk is pretty sure that Ms. Lohan (pictured left in Nu dress 960-7) would love for the press to talk about her fashion sense rather than her personal life these days. We oblige.

Moving into summer, the look for Nu Collective is designed to be wearable and get you noticed. Although tops are always the main focus, dresses, shifts, and tunics are the hot silhouettes this season, with bright colors and bold prints enhancing this trend. Design director Mark Anthony Phillips explains, “The versatility factor makes a Nu Collective shift dress a must have item this season.” Nu Collective emerges as a fashion brand that is consistently recognized for its excellent fit, exciting colors, and interesting details. Nu Collective continues to evolve, expanding internationally to the most exclusive shops in Tokyo, Dubai, London, Paris, Sydney and Barcelona.

Nu Collective is regularly spotted on today’s hottest celebrities including: Lindsay Lohan, Eva Longoria, Anne Hathaway, Ivanka Trump, Courtney Cox, Avril Lavigne, Heather Locklear, and Cindy Crawford.

Look for NU Collective at: Fred Segal- LA, Kitson- LA, Planet Blue- LA, Villains- SF, Wink- NY, W Hotels, Montmortre- NY, Revolve Clothing.com

Beatles Insider And Music Industry Executive
Ken Mansfield Pens Memoir Of Rock's Greatest Era:

The White Book
The Beatles, the Bands, the Biz:
An Insider's Look at an Era

Includes Never-Before-Told Accounts About The Fab Four, The Beach Boys,
Roy Orbison, Waylon Jennings, James Taylor, Harry Nilsson and Many More

Book Available w/Limited, Numbered Edition a la The Beatles'
"The White Album"

Ken Mansfield has worked with some of the biggest giants in the rock 'n roll and the country music genres. As the former U.S. manager of the Apple Records label, he was invited by his bosses, The Beatles to be among only a handful of eyewitnesses to catch their last-ever gig on the rooftop of their London headquarters on January 30, 1969. He was a loyal employee and companion to John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr both during the band years and well after their breakup in 1970. He was present when they composed some of their most enduring tunes. As a record label exec and Grammy Award-winning producer, he also worked on the marketing, promotion and production of dozens of top-selling artists, such as the Beach Boys, and was also a major player in country music in the 1970s as producer of choice of the groundbreaking Outlaw movement, whose impact is still felt in the genre to this very day.

Now, Mansfield's experiences with the Fab Four and the music industry -- many of which are told for the first time -- are recounted in his first all-music tome, "The White Book - The Beatles, the Bands, the Biz: An Insider's Look at an Era" (Thomas Nelson/ISBN 1-59555-101-8, $22.99) to publish October 30, 2007.

Through exclusive, never-before-seen photos and personal stories, Mansfield -- one of the very last Fab Four insiders to pen a book -- offers a compelling memoir that delves into his life in the 1960s and '70s and his unique partnership with The Beatles and other musicians who had orbited their world, from James Taylor to Harry Nilsson. It also includes fleeting, yet unforgettable encounters with Mama Cass Elliott, Eric Clapton, Donovan, Glen Campbell and Dolly Parton. As observer, friend and colleague, Mansfield attended Beatles recording sessions, partied in their swimming pools, took their irate calls, witnessed the madness of Beatlemania, and publicized their success. Entertaining, historically accurate, and illuminating a side of the Fab Four known only to a few like Mansfield, The White Book shines fresh light on the true characters behind the cultural phenomena that revolutionized a generation.

"The White Book" will be packaged in a limited, numbered edition, a la the original copies of "The Beatles" highly influential double album from 1968, also nicknamed "The White Album."

As the former head of Apple Records, Jack Oliver, has said of Ken, "He is one of the few insiders left that bore witness to the highs and lows of those insane days when we ruled the world."

Mansfield was an insider to Beatles history in the making, yet still retained a wide-eyed amazement and excitement about his involvement with these events. In addition to aggressively promoting the various artists in the Apple Records stable like James Taylor, Badfinger, Mary Hopkin and Jackie Lomax, he became a trusted member of his bosses' inner circle and got to know them intimately - he was among a small, privileged audience as the four Beatles played a casual cocktail set at noontime in London during a break from a meeting, he would join them at local boutiques or cafés, and was around when they composed their songs. Even after Mansfield resigned from Apple Records in 1970, he would still be a key personal liaison and friend to them, either mailing them copies of the latest U.S. country albums or being their escort for them and/or their wives when they visited Los Angeles. These stories shed new insight into their personalities: McCartney surprised the author with an all-expense, first-time-ever trip to Europe; Lennon clashed with him about matters surrounding Apple's sister, yet short-lived electronic label, Zapple; Harrison gave veggie cooking lessons in Mansfield's kitchen, and the author accompanied Starr to Elvis' comeback show in Las Vegas in 1970.

This book also details other fascinating highlights of Mansfield's career. As a record-label executive, he had also worked with artists as diverse as the The Four Freshmen, Judy Garland, Buck Owens, Lou Rawls, Andy Williams, David Cassidy, Dolly Parton, and the Flying Burrito Brothers. He helped popularize the Outlaw movement in country music by producing Waylon Jennings' top-selling album, Are You Ready for the Country in LA in 1976. Uniquely this was one of the first country albums recorded outside of Nashville, and its success spurred interest from other Music Row artists to create their own albums in Hollywood. He also helped ink Ringo Starr's deal to Private Music/RCA, which led to the release of the drummer's first pop studio album in a decade, the critically acclaimed Time Takes Time from 1992.

Some of the great stories in the book include:

-- Spending hours with the Beatles on the floor of the yet-to-be-furnished Apple offices in London mulling over whether "Hey Jude" or "Revolution" should be the A-side of their first 45 with Apple Records in 1968. Ken was assigned to visit top rock radio stations in the U.S. and have the DJ's vote for their favorite; naturally the consensus was for "Hey Jude," which was then ultimately chosen and became one of the most successful singles in their career.

-- Ken was among the very few of the Fab Four associates to witness the historic last Beatles concert on the rooftop of 3 Savile Row, Apple's headquarters in London, on January 30, 1969 - spot him in the Let It Be film wearing the white raincoat, sitting next to Yoko Ono and Maureen Starkey, Ringo's wife. Because it was bitter cold, they were huddled together against the smokestack; for a while Ken stood a few feet away from Harrison holding up four lit cigarettes, so that the guitarist could reach over and warm the tips of his fingers in order to feel his guitar strings.

-- Being snubbed for life by Beach Boys leader Brian Wilson in 1965, when Mansfield, then the National Promotion Manager at Capitol Records, tried to discourage Brian from releasing the band's loose, party jam, "Barbara Ann" as a single - Brian gave him a furious glare and ignored his advice, and the record eventually became a worldwide smash.

-- A once-in-a-lifetime superstar "guitar pull" in late 1968 in LA at a house that Mansfield had rented for George Harrison, where Harrison, along with Jack Casady from Jefferson Airplane, Eric Clapton (during the last days of his supergroup, Cream), Donovan and Jackie Lomax sat together around a circle performing songs on their guitars.

-- Being invited by McCartney to join in with suggestions as he was composing "Back in the U.S.S.R." and "Ob-La-Di Ob-La-Da" from the nicknamed "The White Album"

-- John Lennon and Yoko Ono protesting Mansfield's decision not to release a single on Apple Records called "The King of Fuh" in the U.S.. After Ken stated that the lyrics would be blatantly objectionable by American standards, Lennon said, "we thought you were one of us, Ken...but it looks like you are just one of the establishment like everyone else, after all... we thought we could trust you of all people to understand the concept behind the whole Apple enterprise... we didn't know you were sent over here from the 'land of the free' to act as Apple's personal tight-assed censor!"

-- The last few tragic moments in the life of Beatles' roadie Mal Evans in 1976, who was killed repeatedly by police gunfire - Ken said he was one of the last people he had spoken to; he couldn't meet with Mal because he had to accept an award at the Billboard Music Awards.

With ringing endorsements from such rock 'n roll legends as top producers Peter Asher and Alan Parsons, and former Rolling Stones manager Andrew Loog Oldham, as well as Beatles historians, "The White Book" transports readers through a long and winding road of new stories that shed insight into their icons and favorite musicians of rock's greatest era.

Mary Kay in Full Color

BeansTalk submits this corrected photo of the Mary Kay Signature Nourishine Lip Glosses which should have accompanied the article entitled "Lip Lock" on May 25, 2007. BeansTalk wants to thank the good folks over at Mary Kay for the beauty boost these products provide as well. Check them out at www.marykay.com or 1 800 MARY KAY.

How Cute is XCVI?


LOVE ‘EM and SLEEVE ‘EM
Fall 2007 from XCVI Casual Wear



Romance is the reason for the season, according to XCVI, whose celebrity fans include Nicolette Sheridan, Natalie Portman and Sarah McLachlan. The LA-based casual wear company features a Fall line up that includes draped dolman sleeve tunics, Victorian turtlenecks, ruched empire waist tops and coy kimono wraps – pieces a girl can really get sweet on.



This season Sangria, Sandalwood, Black Forest and Tarragon permeate the color scheme in the following pieces:

* Bohemian Tunics
* Lace Yoke Blouses
* Blouson hoodies
* Poetry tops
* Roll sleeve trench coats
* Promenade skirts
* Day bloomers
* Cinched Sleeve hoodies
* Baby Doll jackets and more…

“XCVI is proud to have a reputation of using incredible fabrics,” says designer Lilia Gorodnitski. “As such, our Fall styles are only enhanced by our new Baby Fleece, Stretch Gabardine, Soft Corduroy, Voile and Heavy French Terry.”



XCVI is sold at Nordstrom, Bloomingdales, Neiman Marcus and select boutiques nationwide, like Fred Segal. The price point ranges from $40-$130. For more information visit www.xcvi.com.

Happy Memorial Day!

Rock The Summer Dress
...with one of these, available at NeimanMarcus.com

Cynthia Steffe Ribbon Trapeze Dress Price: $330
White with cobalt floral print.
• White lace and ribbon trim.
• Scoop neckline; shoulder straps.
• Drop pleats on front.
• Straight skirt.
• 72% cotton, 28% silk.

Thread
Eyelet Mini Dress
Price: $710.00
A super-feminine dress adorned in sweet eyelets and ruffles.
• Putty (khaki) with allover eyelets.
• Ruffled scoop neckline; sleeveless.
• Pleated bodice.
• A-line skirt.
• Scalloped hem.
• 100% cotton.
• Made in USA.

3.1 Phillip Lim Pleated Dress Price: $750.00
A sexy pleated dress with a sweet rosette.
• Black with a tonal sheer overlay.
• Scoop neckline; sleeveless.
• Tonal rosette on front.
• Cut-in shoulders.
• Pleated skirt.
• 100% silk.
• Dry clean only.
• Imported.

Yoana Baraschi Ruffled Tank Dress Price: $350.00
Gold.
• Scoop neckline; gathered detail on shoulder straps.
• Tie waist.
• Softly flared skirt with ruffled trim.

Velvet Sleeveless Dress Price: $108.00
• Sidra Style.
• Black.
• Round neckline; buttoned shoulder strap.
• Tie waist; full skirt.

Laundry by Shelli Segal Color-Block Dress
Price: $185.00
• Navy/green/marine.
• Square neckline; sleeveless.
• Empire waist.
• Full skirt.
• Dry clean only.

Nieves Lavi Floral-Print Dress Price: $350.00
• Ofir Style.
• Multicolor floral print.
• Scoop neckline; spaghetti straps.
• Ruched bodice; half button placket.
• Full skirt.
• 100% silk jersey.
• Dry clean only.

Diane vonFurstenberg
Contrast Dress
Price: $298.00
Another masterful dress enhanced with colorful eyelets from Diane vonFurstenberg.
• Aidan Style.
• Black with allover red/gold contrast square eyelets.
• Scoop neckline; shoulder straps.
• 100% cotton.
• Imported.
• Dry clean only.

Shoshanna
Embroidered Dress
Price: $370.00
• Chocolate.
• Ivory embroidered Empire waist and hem.
• Scoop neckline; shoulder straps.
• Full skirt.
• Dry clean only.

Lip Lock

by Andrea Goodwin, associate editor (agoodwin@beanstalkbiz.com)

Listen up girlfriends, BeansTalk is puckering up for some super-cool lip colors just in time for summer. They are the Signature NouriShine Lip Gloss and Signature Lip Liners from our friends over at Mary Kay. It is really easy to prevent chapping and drying of lips when you have one or two of these handy little tubes in your pocket or purse. We are big fans of the lip glosses because they glide on evenly, are especially long lasting, and come in many pretty shades. We often use them to tone down a too bright lipstick or “amp up” a dull one.

The new NouriShine formula is enhanced with more than 80% moisturizers and conditioners including aloe, protecting lips from dehydration and locking in moisture, leaving lips soft and supple. Fortified with Vitamins A and E and other antioxidants, NouriShine forms a protective defense against wrinkle-causing free radicals and exposure to the environment and helps restore a youthful smile – all with a high-gloss shine and on-trend sparkling colors. Retail: $13.00

Check em’out in10 shades to wear alone or layer over lipstick:
Beach Bronze, Berry Sparkle, Coral Rose, Cream & Sugar, Gold Rush, Melon Sorbet, Pink Diamonds, Starry, Sugarberry, Sweet Raisin

Complete your look with perfectly defined lips:
Mary Kay’s MK Signature Lip Liners glide on smoothly and provide a flawless outline every time. The updated liners have a creamy formula that delivers long-lasting, stay-put, waterproof color and even contains ingredients that care for and protect the delicate skin around your luscious lips. Each liner is a retractable pencil that never needs sharpening and the point keeps its shape after application.

Mary Kay MK Signature Lip Liners, retail for $10.00, and are available in nine shades with helpful color indicators on the cap and bottom of the pencil: Cappuccino, Chocolate, Coral, Dusty Pink, Neutral, Pink, Plum, Raspberry, Red

BeansTalk Quicktips:
1. Try applying your liner after your lipstick. This way, as your lip color wears off, you will not be left with an embarrassing line.
2. For special occasions try filling your entire lip in with your favorite lip liner shade. It will have greater staying power, and last the whole evening.
3. BeansTalk tried several combinations of lip liners and glosses and had a few favorite combinations to recommend. We loved: Coral Rose gloss with Coral liner, Beach Bronze Gloss with Chocolate liner, and Berry Sparkle gloss with Pink Rose liner. Very pretty must-haves for the purse. We often change our combos as our moods change during the day!

Easy to Order, Easy to Get
With more than 700,000 Independent Beauty Consultants in the U.S., Mary Kay products are easy to order. Shop online with your Independent Beauty Consultant, or find one at http://www.marykay.com/ or 1-800-MARY KAY (627-9529).

Short Shorts: Long on Style

by Andrea Goodwin, associate editor (agoodwin@beanstalkbiz.com)

Summer is finally here and our favorite “it girls" are showing some skin. Stars like Vanessa Minnillo and Tori Spelling recently have been seen sporting The Manhattan Short by David Park. These beautifully tailored shorts in fine wool and stretch sateen are on BeansTalk’s must-have list this season. Moreover, these sexy and sophisticated shorts come complete with single welt pockets, pleated cuffs and a vintage accent button, signature to all Park Clothing. The Manhattan Short is made in two fabrics: super 120 Merino Wool, available this season in chocolate pinstripe, red pinstripe, blue windowpane, tan, and black, and Silk Sateen available this season in black, mocha, apple, and red.

We think that Vanessa has the perfect body to pull off the short shorts with high heels look. Girl, if you can get away with it, meaning you have no dimples or bulges anywhere, do it. We also salute Tori Spelling for toning up those post-pregnancy abs. Not a stretch mark in sight.

Retail: $132.00 -- $165.00
Check out David Park at Kitson, Shop Intuition, and Switch in Beverly Hills. Or check outhttp://www.davidparkclothing.com/

Some examples of Kenneth Inlow's earlier work. I love the one with the Springer.

BeansTalk bid and won this at the Farragut ArtWorks Auction, held Saturday 20 May 2007 at the Helms Bakery Bldg. in Culver City. We love it. Apparently, the artist finished this the week of 15 October 2006. "Baby on a Flying Guillotine Saucer", acrylic on wood 11 3/4 " round, 2006. Kenneth Inlow

Here's what the artist -- Kenneth Inlow says about himself on a website:

My Work - written on Wednesday June 28, 2006, 6:24
In my portfolio you will find a series of paintings that I call the "Floating World". This series stems from a desire to incorporate different elements that I have been exploring.Throughout the years I have been involved in the study of different movements in early 20th century art. Surrealism, Cubism. and Expressionism all appeal to me in different ways. I also like Art Nouveau, Chinese advertising art, and old Japanese prints.
I have created a structure on which I can fuse these ideas based upon asian religious art, the floating cloud like base. Then I incorporate the other images into an automatic drawing, or grid structure.Throughout this procedure I subconsciously am sorting through the imagery , making choices in regards to theme, surface, structure, and composition. The end result is cumulation of the whole process.

We also found this:

Artist Statement

This is a body of work that I call "The Floating World". It's a combination of ideas that I've been working with for many years.

The basic construct of the image is drawn out on the ground as a kind of automatic drawing. I then incorporate different images onto this "grid". It's amatter of finding what works conceptually, thematically, and compositionally. Through this process a narrative develops that is kind of a call and response between the different elements of the painting. The resulting image can often be dark, satirical, sexual, dreamlike, or comical.

influences & favorites

The major influences on my art have been Dali, Cezanne, Brueghel, Bosch, Van Eyck, Picasso, Dix, Van Gogh, Manet, Nerdrum, Essenigh, Beckmann, Hals, Klimt, Mucha, Hiroshige, Hokusai, Art Nouveau, and Chinese advertising art. Not all of these have had a direct impact on my work that you immediately see, but they have all shaped my vision in some way or another along the way.

Early on, I was attracted to art that conveyed a sense of place. A feeling of the people and the time that they lived in. I was endlessly fascinated by the Van Eycks and Hals paintings. I felt like they captured the essence of a moment in time long since gone. To me there was an Alchemy in the way they captured this. Something beyond human. Dali and the Surrealists took it even farther. I also like the predecessors to the Surrealists and Symbolists, Bosch and Breughel, with their mystical allegories.

In the Last few years I have seen some major exhibitions and have visited museums in Europe where I've really been exposed to a lot of art from the late 1800's and early 1900's, art that really deals with issues like surface and planes, paint and light , expressing things through paint handling and color. Breaking new ground. Changing the way of "seeing" things. I have really been inspired by that time period, it was a great mix of craft and exploration.

bio

Selected Exhibitions:

2005 Alex Haleigh Gallery "100 Miniatures" group show

Gardena, Ca.

2005 Alex Haleigh Gallery"Clockstoppers" group show

Gardena, Ca.

2004 Peachtree Studios "Second Nature" two person show

Mar Vista, Ca.

2003 Endearment Gallery group show

San Pedro, Ca.

2002 Angel's Gate Cultural Center "On Site at the Gate" group show curated by Patricia Correia

San Pedro, Ca.

2002 Endearment Gallery group show

San Pedro, Ca.

2001 Distinctive Edge Gallery solo show"Unknown Allegories"

San Pedro, Ca.

2000 Sunyata Gallery group show

San Pedro, Ca.

2000 LA Harbor College Juried Exhibition

Wilmington, Ca.

American actress Diane Lane arrives for the screening of the film 'No Country For Old Men,' at the 60th International film festival in Cannes, southern France, on Saturday, May 19, 2007. Lane carried a Daniel Swarovski black satin "Star Collector" Marilyn clutch. (AP Photo/Andrew Medichini)

American actress Daryl Hannah arrives for the screening of the film 'No Country For Old Men,' at the 60th International film festival in Cannes, southern France, on Saturday, May 19, 2007. Hannah is seen with the Daniel Swarovski "Choc" Marilyn clutch as well Crazy earrings and ring. (AP Photo/Andrew Medichini)

Jeweled Angelina

Actress Angelina Jolie and actor Brad Pitt arrive for a gala screening of the director Michael Winterbottom's film 'A Mighty Heart' at the 60th Cannes Film Festival, May 21, 2007. Jolie wore Frances Klein Earrings. Jolie Jolie walked the red carpet in these jaw dropping Victorian, yellow gold, 3 1/2 karat diamond and pearl earrings which retail for $25,000. Stylist Jen Rade picked this earrings because they were a perfect match for her black vintage Balmain dress. Frances Klein of Beverly Hills (310) 274-3711 www.francesklein.com (Yves Herman/Reuters)

Tears of Joy

(BeansTalk Note: Too bad it’s Father’s Day that’s coming up and not Mother’s Day – we love these!)

Virgins Saints & Angels New Dangling Adornments

The boy left you waiting, the cab never came and that dress you ordered is stuck in the mail. Don’t fret, things are looking up because Virgins Saints & Angels new earrings may leave you dangling, but they will do so in style. Hand crafted in the tiny artist’s town of San Miguel De Allende, Mexico – Virgins Saints & Angels new Antiqua collection is full of dangling pendants and tear drops. Inspired by this season’s ultra bright color palette, the range of earrings is available in 15 different colored natural stones and Swarovski Crystals. Eva Mendes, Jessica Alba, Madonna and Faith Hill have all been let down by Virgins Saints & Angels…and they loved it. www.vsadesigns.com

Queers' Quarter of a Century

It’s The Queers 25th anniversary!!!

Are they headed your way?

May 30 – 8:00pm - Hi Tone – Memphis, Tennessee
June 3 – 7:00pm – Marquis Theater- Denver, Colorado
June 4 – 8:00pm – Burt’s Tiki Lounge – Salt Lake City, Utah
June 5 – 6:00pm – Grove Street – Boise, Idaho
June 6 – 5:00pm – The Blvd – Spokane, Washington
June 7 – 7:00pm – El Corazon – Seattle, Washington
June 8 – 8:00pm – Satyricon – Portland, Oregon
June 9 – 7:00pm - The Red Room – Vancouver, British Columbia
June 10 – 9:00pm - Lucky Bar – Victoria, British Columbia
June 12 – 7:30pm – The Boardwalk – Sacramento, California
June 13 – 7:30pm - The Breeze, Tahoe Biltmore – Tahoe City, California
June 14 – 8:30pm – Bottom Of The Hill – San Francisco, California
June 15 – 6:00pm – Studio 99 – Bakersfield, California
June 16 – 9:00pm – Alex’s Bar – Los Angeles, California
June 17 – 6:00pm – Safari Sam’s – Los Angeles, California
June 18 – 8:30pm – The Casbah – San Diego, California
June 19 – 7:00pm - The Club House – Tempe, Arizona
June 20 – 7:00pm - The Launchpad - Albuquerque, New Mexico
June 21 – 7:00pm - Chic's - El Paso, Texas
June 23 – 6:00pm - Cameron Park Pavilion – Waco, Texas
June 24 – 8:00pm - Emo’s - Austin, Texas

Support:
May 30-June 6 Black Tie Bombers support
June 7 – June 17 The Methadones and The Manges support
June 18 – 19 the Heart Attacks and the Manges support
June 20-June 24 the Heart Attacks support

Holy crap! It’s amazing that The Queers have been around for 25 years. Back 1982, Joe King (aka Joe Queer) and the original lineup recorded their first 7” called “Love Me”. Who would have thought that their signature brand of pop-punk surf rock would stand the test of time? 25 years! Damn!



This year The Queers are commemorating their achievements in a number of ways: their first ever DVD, a brand new CD, and a shit load of touring.



DVD: The Queers - The Queers Are Here (MVD Visual - www.mvdb2b.com - OUT NOW!)



Featuring world tours from '93 to '05, interviews, music videos and an unreleased animated video on their 1st DVD! It includes footage of all the live energy and behind-the-scenes craziness of the Queers on tour around the world. Also included are interviews, music videos, and an unreleased animated video. "Its been almost 25 years since the first 7” was released, so we figured it was time for a DVD. Besides being able to play with so many great bands, it has been awesome to make friends all over the world from Japan to Brazil to Europe and beyond." -Joe Queer



Songs: I Spent The Rent, Nothing To Do, This Place Sucks, Hi Mom It's Me, Don't Back Down, Night Of The Livid Queers, Blabbermouth, Ursula Finally Has Tits, Like A Parasite, We'd have A Riot Doing Heroin, Terminal Rut, Fagtown, Wimpy Drives Through Harlem, I Only Drink Bud, Ben Weasel, You're Tripping, Granola Head, Fuck The World, Debra Jean, Tamara Is A Punk, I Live This Life, Drop The Attitude Fucker, I Can't Get Over You, Brush Your Teeth, I Live This Life, Definitely, We'd Have A Riot Doing Heroin, Noodlebrain, Punk Rock Girls, Sidewalk Surfer Girl

Here is Britney Spears (in pants that she should've taken to the tailor or whipped out her sewing kit on the flight) leaving the airplane that didn't have real leather seats. Check out the cute cute Ju-Ju-Be bag and see the story below. Photo from X-17 online (duh).

Britney Spears bought the Ju-Ju-Be Packabe in Perky Perennials style (http://ju-ju-be.com/packabe.html) at Nordstrom at The Grove in LA (there's video of her shopping with her crew on Access Hollywood's site). Later Spears was photographed wearing the bag heading for Orlando. There is video on Access Hollywood's site of Britney trying to get off an airplane she didn't like (they apparently didn’t have real leather seats in first class), and you can see the bag on her back. Also see these links for still shots:

http://x17online.com/celebrities/britney_spears/x17_xclusive_britney_takes_off_for_orlando.php

and

http://www.splashnewsonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/05/splashnews_sdfl200507j_01.jpg

Grey’s Anatomy star Katherine Heigl wore Stuart Weitzman’s chic black-satin Fever pumps to the premiere of her movie “Knocked-Up.”

Robert Lindsay is the
Prime Minister in
The Trial of Tony Blair


“We were treated to an all-too-plausible glimpse into the troubled mind and future of our beloved leader in The Trial of Tony Blair.” The Scotsman


In the wake of Tony Blair’s recent announcement that he is to stand down as British Prime Minister, BBC AMERICA presents a fictional satire of one of the most powerful and controversial figures on the world’s political stage. Made for TV movie, The Trial of Tony Blair, premieres Sunday, June 17 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT.



The year is 2010 and Blair is giving his last ministerial broadcast, having finally handed over the reigns of power to his deputy, Gordon Brown. On the other side of the Atlantic, President Hillary Clinton is campaigning for her second term at the White House and former President Bush is in rehab.



In an acclaimed performance as Tony Blair, Robert Lindsay masterfully portrays the tribulations of a leader struggling to come to terms with life without the trappings of power. At the peak of his political career, Blair was renowned for his courting of celebrities, artful manipulation of the media and a magnetic charisma. Now, racked with guilt over the Iraq war and obsessed with his plummeting popularity, the increasingly troubled Blair turns to Catholicism for strength.



When Brown is elected Labour Party leader, support across the country swells dramatically. Blair is terrified his legacy and place in history are in jeopardy and attempts to sabotage the Labour Party’s efforts to win the General Election by leaking an inflammatory e-mail, sent by Brown in 2006, to the media.



Meanwhile, the celebrities who once fawned over Blair now pay no attention. He’s ignored by his former American friends and visions of the Iraq War – especially those of dead civilians – haunt him. To compound his problems, the International Criminal Court is looking to bring War Crimes charges against the former UK and U.S. leaders – and now that Blair isn’t Prime Minister, he no longer has Diplomatic Immunity from prosecution. When the United Nations Security Council votes on the decision to bring Blair to court the resolution passes with all other UNSC members (including the United States) voting in favor.



The Trial of Tony Blair stars Robert Lindsay (GBH, My Family) as Tony Blair, Phoebe Nicholls (Shackleton, Maurice, Lewis) as Cherie Blair, Peter Mullan (Children of Men, Trainspotting, Shallow Grave) as Gordon Brown and Alexander Armstrong (Life Begins) as David Cameron, leader of the opposition. The film is written by Alistair Beaton and executive produced by David Aukin and Hal Vogel.



What The British Press Said:



“…successfully lodges some pretty devastating images and ideas in the brain. Blair is portrayed as obsessed with the idea of organising and protecting his public legacy as he faces life without direct political power.” The Observer



“This inspired satire… is the highlight of the week.” The Times



“The magnificent Lindsay portrayed Blair as a fundamentally decent man, blighted by delusions of grandeur and a stubborn refusal to waver from his own misguided moral rectitude.” The Scotsman



“The Trial of Tony Blair is all but essential viewing, being the chance to see Robert Lindsay expanding his impersonation of the prime minister.” Financial Times

Weight Wars on TLC’s New Big Medicine

It’s no secret that America has a serious problem with obesity. According to the American Bariatric Society, approximately 127 million adults in the U.S. are overweight, 60 million obese and 9 million severely obese. In TLC’s new series BIG MEDICINE, a father and son physician team fight the obesity epidemic one bariatric surgery at a time.



BIG MEDICINE premieres Monday, May 28, at 9 PM (ET/PT) and follows the personal stories of severely obese patients who turn to Houston’s Methodist Weight Management Center as a life-changing last resort. One of the most innovative bariatric surgery practices, Methodist adheres to a long-term, multidisciplinary approach that includes a plan for lifelong follow-up. At the heart of the operation is passionate father and son surgeon team Robert and Garth Davis, a pair who have dedicated their professional lives to raising awareness about obesity.



BIG MEDICINE offers a behind-the-scenes look into the controversial world of bariatric surgery. The series chronicles the emotional journeys and transformation of obese people who have opted to undergo weight-loss surgery in an attempt to regain their lives. Patients are captured at various stages in the process – before and during the surgery, through recovery and post-op care and often through cosmetic procedures designed to remove sagging skin after dramatic weight loss.



The 13-part series introduces viewers to the Methodist team of experts dedicated to lifelong patient care, including a nurse coordinator, dietitian and counselor. This group works together to evaluate patients, prepare them for the physical and psychological impact of surgery and offer long-term support through post-op programs. To Robert and Garth Davis, obesity is a disease. And while weight-loss surgery is not a cure, it can be a lifesaving option for patients who are ready to commit to long-term lifestyle changes.


Some of the extraordinary stories featured in BIG MEDICINE include a 26-year-old morbidly obese man who is a prisoner in his own home and must rely on his mother for all of his daily needs; a mother and daughter duo who have huge amounts of excess skin removed after losing a combined 225 lbs; and a 32-year-old dad weighing in at almost 500 lbs who lost both his parents from the complications of obesity and is desperate not to follow in their footsteps.



Often as gripping as the patient stories is the colorful relationship between this father and son team where old school meets new school head on. Dr. Robert Davis, aka “big D,” is true to the old ways of medicine and sometimes finds new techniques too flashy or unnecessary, while Dr. Garth Davis, aka “little D,” is eager to modernize the business. Despite these differences, the pair unites in the operating room to fight a common enemy and change lives forever.



For more than 25 years, The Methodist Hospital in Houston has led the way in helping people achieve weight loss with safe, long-term solutions. The Methodist Weight Management Center is the only comprehensive program of its kind in Houston, offering numerous weight-loss options for patients.



BIG MEDICINE is produced by The Idea Factory. Alon Orstein is the executive producer for TLC. Stephen David and Darryl Silver are executive producers for The Idea Factory.



Dr. Robert Davis (seen in image right) attended the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa and graduated in 1963. He pursued his post-graduate education in London & Edinburgh in Great Britain, New York, Galveston and Houston. He was certified by the American Board of Surgery in 1973 and recertified in 1987 & 1997. He has written many scientific papers and made presentations at scientific meetings. He is a member of several medical and surgical societies and has been awarded certificates by the American Medical Association for continuing education.

Robert is an Associate Clinical Professor of Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine and deputy chief of the department of surgery at the Methodist Hospital. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the Royal College of Surgeons and a member of the American Society for Bariatric Surgery. He has given many presentations and published scientific papers. Dr. Davis was the chairman of the bariatric surgery committee at Methodist Hospital.

Dr. Garth Davis (seen in image left) graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Texas in Austin where he was the Student Government President. He was also awarded as the most outstanding student at UT. He went on to Medical School at Baylor College of Medicine and graduated in the top 10% of his class, and was inducted to Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. Garth completed his surgical residency at the prestigious University of Michigan in Ann Arbor where he was elected as to the position of chief administrative resident. While in Michigan, he had extensive experience in general surgical disciplines. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a Fellow of the American Society for Bariatric Surgery. He has attended many post-graduate courses including laparoscopic and bariatric surgery. He has given several invited lectures on the subject of Bariatric Surgery.

Garth has had extensive training in laparoscopic surgery and has studied the creation of a full service
integrated weight loss center. He has specialized in bariatric surgery and is the Medical Director of the
Weight Loss Program at the Methodist Hospital.

Dr. Davis has been recently recognized again as a Texas Monthly Super Doc.