What makes sunrise special

are the mystical hues

bringing romantic daydreams

that delight and amuse.

Blushing pink topaz and

orchids of gold

should I smile more demurely?

Will he be more bold?

By wearing these earrings,

my words will be unspoken,

My orchid promises will be

… an unforgettable token.

A sweet gift of love

or given just for fun…

Dazzling pink gemstones that outsparkle the sun…

Rebecca Strecker

Armani has a new line of sweet nothings just for Valentine’s Day. Man, if I told my boyfriend I not only want the Armani coat, but the candy as well…  He would probably laugh.

Armani Dolci available in Jan at the Armani on 5th Avenue in NY.

Image via ShoppingBlog.com

Now Gucci unveils plans to implement photos of your life in conjunction with haute couture.

Frida Giannini (the Creative Director at Gucci) came up with this stunning (stunna shade) idea, framing your pictures within the frames of Gucci’s new sunglasses. Talk about creative, Frida.

A bit honky dory confusing for people that don’t know how to turn the damn tv computer on.

Not, that I am speaking of myself. Ya know homie’s gotta turn on the computer before blogging.

You’re invited to check out http://www.guccieyeweb.com for an exclusive preview of Gucci’s new photo-inspired social networking microsite.

It’s a new party photo destination where you can create your own photo art “reflectively” in the lenses of Frida Giannini’s new “eyeweb” sunglasses and can then share the results with friends. While you upload and share your photos, you change the light, the music and the city you’re playing in.  You can also time-stamp your images and keep a party timeline…And, of course, the new eyewear is available for purchase through a link to Gucci.com.

The action starts today and we hope you like it.  So log on.  Reflect.  Connect.

The Japanese have started a trend that REALLY takes it up a notch. A vibrant notch.

Don’t get me wrong I am not bashing the pioneers of this art form. Have you ever tried painting your dominate hand with your non- dominate hand? Not so easy…

Japanese nail art incorporates free hand sculptured 3 D acrylic flowers, nail crystals, and ombre gradations that can be considered remarkable “little” pieces of art. Truth is, Japanese Nail Art is also expensive treatment.

I personally wouldn’t pay top dollar for this kind of treatment…  After all what if the gradations I chose don’t match my future outfits?

In case any of you were looking for a cheaper alternative to Japanese Nail Art, you can try Claire’s accessories or Asian- catered beauty supply stores for some fake press on nails.

Keep it classy, California.

Aka Da Man that designed the Walt Disney Concert Hall also designs jewelry.

For Tiffany’s. Well for Maria Sharapova to wear to the 2009 US Open anyways.

Is there anything you don’t do Mr. Gehry?

Important Traffic Report for Santa Monica, CA on 9/9/09

Southbound lanes on Ocean Ave to Colorado Ave and the left turn lanes on westbound Colorado will be closed to all traffic between 5pm- 7pm

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Image Courtesy of www.wilsonspyro.com

Come celebrate 100th year celebration of the Santa Monica Pier with fireworks and cheer!

6:00pm- 6:25pm Grand Re-Opening Ceremony

We re-dedicate the Santa Monica Pier for the next Century in this opening event at the Landmarked Iconic Pier.

6:45pm- 8:25pm Party On The Pier

Location- Pier Parking Deck

“100 Minute Birthday Party” with a concert featuring the award- winning A Capella Group “Vybration”, “The Big Bamboo Steel Ban” and the legendary “King of Surf Guitar” Dick Dale.

8:25pm- 8:50pm Centennial Sounds and Lights

Grab a seat by the pier and get ready for the upcoming fireworks show.

8:50pm- 9:15pm Grand Fireworks Finale

*** Important Parking Information***

Walk, ride your bike (free bike valet locations will be operating) or ride the Big Blue Bus!

Southbound lanes on Ocean Ave to Colorado Ave and the left turn lanes on westbound Colorado will be closed to all traffic between 5pm- 7pm

Info courtesy of CentennialDayProgram.pdf

• LA Korean BBQ Cook Off – Is this Saturday 8/8/09. Jonathan Gold, Russ Parsons and Evan Kleiman will judging at 5pm… Wow. And Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa will be in the hizouse!
• OpenTable.com- has just launched new Applications for phones. Yay! Blackberries here.  Palm Pilots here.
• Gilt.com- will be launching GiltFuse.com on 8/12/09. Gilt Fuse will be lower priced with a wider range of styles to mix and match. Be boho today, preppy tomorrow and edgy the day after.
• Need a swimsuit in LA at 2am? – Quicksilver will be relaunching 70’s and 80’s swimsuit designes via vending machines at Standard Hotels debuting 8/9. Just in time for Standard’s notorious Sunday pool parties.
• Win a trip to the Hamptons- International Film Festival sponsored by ROC & InStyle Mag. Enter Here, but you might get spam for the Hamps.
• LACMA’s Pompeii Exhibit – $20 tickets on 8/11/09 (regular tickets are $25). To reserve your tickets at LACMA.org select -> August 11 -> Hour of visit -> Add to cart.

Casting directors for New Line Cinema’s “Sex and the City 2″ are holding an open casting call for extras on Tuesday, August 4th, in an apparent effort to pad the film with as many authentic fashionistas as they can weed out of the guaranteed masses that will show up next week.

The call sheet doesn’t delve deep into the content of the scenes they’re casting for, however we do know they’re on the hunt for “international types, professional soccer players, fashion models, urban club goers, gays and lesbians, celebrity types, upscale socialites.”

Open Call details are as follows:

Date:
August 4, 2009
SAG: 10am-12:30pm
Non-union: 1:30pm-4:00pmAddress:
Metropolitan Pavilion
125 W 18th St.
New York, NY 10011

VIA FASHIONISTA, VIA EW, VIA Ryan Seacrest

http://www.blogthings.com/whatisyourlifepathnumberquiz/

Image courtesy of Bonnie S. of Yelp.

Very cool still life with shoes.

surprise!

I like to look at shiny objects.

I also want to eat breakfast at Tiffany’s…

Eh, who am I kidding? Just give me a discount!

It’s like a dream come true.

Tiffany’s is hiring!

For more information