Eco Pet Solutions, Inc., a family owned and operated corporation whose mission it is to innovate new environmentally friendly pet products, has pioneered a new solution for pet potty problems.
The concept behind “Potty Park“, the new creation from Eco Pet Solutions, Inc., is fairly simple. When your pet is unable to reach the outdoors, why [...]

On Jan 28-30 the classy, white couches of Suite 511 in The London Hotel in West Hollywood cushioned some of Hollywood’s most luminous stars and designers. One wall showcased a collection of Maggie Coulombe’s sleek, cool fashion line, and in the opposite corner, Michael Marcus cosmetics were on display in all their brilliant colors.
As if [...]

Voted as a favorite in Oprah Winfrey’s O Magazine in The O List as a great gift under $100 and featured in People Magazine as a pick for Guilt-Free Shopping, TOCS watches are in demand due to their ‘recessionista’ factor. TOCS watches are bold, playful and make a statement without making a statement on your [...]

Whether naughty or nice, some of today’s hottest celebrities were treated to incredible gifts at the official H&M Artist Gift Lounge, produced by On 3 Productions. Held backstage on December 11th at the historic Madison Square Garden in New York City, the H&M Artist Gift Lounge was part of the celebration for Z100’s Jingle Ball [...]

What do Charlie Sheen, Bruce Willis and many of Hollywood’s ‘Hot Men’ have in common?
The answer to that lies just under their pricey designer clothes where you will find Bend the Rules underwear, a hot item with the Hollywood “it” crowd.  They love the luxurious fabric, trendy look and fabulous fit.
Hollywood A-list men, and even some women [...]

With many choices under $80, Company 81 fashions fill your Christmas list without emptying your pocket.
If you’re looking for budget friendly Christmas gifts, Company 81 matches cost consciousness with the best in fabrics, styles and washes, articulating an overall vintage feel in the line. They bring their refreshing style to everything they make, including loungewear, [...]

Each year, Distinctive Assets gifts 25 top celebrities, whether they are naughty or nice, with a special holiday gift box filled with the best Santa has to offer.  As one of the world’s most visible athletes, Tiger Woods has been on their recipient list for quite some time (and many times in the past). They [...]

Who says boys don’t make passes at girls who wear glasses? We dare anyone to call you “four eyes” when you’re sporting a set of frames from Selective Eyewear Elements , aka “SEE”. Great frames can bring out your eye color or your bone structure and it certainly adds a kick to your overall look [...]

Sunshine Botanicals and their balance of nature and science looks to be a marriage that can go the distance. Created through natural ingredients (and without animal testing) these skin care products offer powerful solutions that can easily slide into the schedule and demands of hectic modern day living.

Pumpkin Power Peel
Pumpkin Power Peel is an Age [...]

LA’s the Place is about promoting companies that are green and eco-friendly. Earthflora.com, offering artificial and preserved greenery to rejuvenate your mood and transform your space, is one of these businesses we proudly stand behind. Earthflora is the perfect solution to creating your own Garden of Eden or tropical scenery in the desert or a perfectly [...]

Need weight loss fast and organically before the holidays? Or a solution for weight you gained over the holidays?
Dr. Kent Holtorf of Holtorf Medical Group Inc., who specializes in treating ailments using vitamins and natural hormones, has a weight loss program sure to help you drop those stubborn pounds by assisting your boosting your body’s own [...]

Have someone on your Christmas list that has a ‘need for speed’? We have the ideal gift for that special person sure to light up his or her face – a gift certificate to K1 Speed’s Go Kart racing track. K1 Speed revs up the go kart experience for the kid or the kid at [...]

Distinctive Assets was backstage once again with their amazing gifting suite in support of the 11th Annual “A Home for the Holidays”.
The special,  produced by Steven Spielberg and Henry Winkler, continues to tell heart-touching stories about foster care adoption, to help raise awareness for this important social issue.
The Distinctive Assets gift lounge  was also about raising awareness for [...]

In the case of a medical emergency or some unfortunate accident, you may become unable to speak for yourself while being tended to by EMTs and other doctors. With A Very Special Heart or A Very Special Globe, all of the talking will be done for you.
What It Is
A Very Special Heart is an accessory [...]

Crack the code to having luscious, starlet-looking eyelashes and eyebrows once and for all with code.ai’s revolutionary lash and eyebrow growing products. Code.ai requires no prescription, has zero side effects and contains the highest level of beneficial ingredients on the market. They offer 3 different products for your specific needs. Start now and you’ll be [...]

Want your skin to look radiant this holiday season but have no time for extensive treatments? Dr Gabriel Chiu’s Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery or better known as BHPS are offering phenomenal and fast peels to get you looking in the ‘spirit’ that are medical-grade, administered by certified medical estheticians and customized to your needs giving [...]

When it comes to impressing with stories of what we did over the summer, Dr. Charles Schwarz and his wife Niki Han have us all beat as they opened Tikkun Holistic Spa (www.tikkunspa.com) to the welcoming embrace of the Santa Monica community. Tikkun, which opened on May 28th, rests adjacent to the 3rd Street Promenade [...]

Give the gift of beauty, or treat yourself. Does your skin look a little spotty after long summers of fun in the sun? Then it’s time to start treating your overly sun-exposed skin with ELASTIderm Decolletage System from Obagi Medical Products.
ELASTIderm Decolletage System is a new skincare system designed to reduce those unwanted blotches. This [...]

Tap into the essence of nature’s healing ability just like the stars do with Am I Dreaming aromatherapy kit from celebrity aromatherapist Dr. Sharon. The kit helps rid your body of stress, anxiety, and fatigue by helping you relax, rebalance, and rejuvenate.
Included in the kit are: aromatherapy oil (10ml), an aromatherapy candle, the Aromatin fragrance [...]

Not only is our newest columnist, psychic and medium Cheri Mancuso, incredibly equipped to assist in metaphysical matters but she is a newly published author.  Coldspring, a literary nonfiction based on a true story with karmic connections, is co-authored with Cheri’s partner and metaphysical practitioner, Jon Scarano.
Coldspring, an ultimate love story, chronicles three documented lifetimes [...]

They say the best gift is something someone won’t buy for themselves. I believe this one qualifies! Southern California residents looking for the best way to entertain out-of-town guests need only look up in the sky for the answer. Airship Ventures Zeppelin Eureka, the only commercial passenger airship flying in the United States, will be [...]

Become a published author without college or even high school education. The Scribble Press’ Author/Illustrator Kit is the signature kit for creating a professionally bound paperback book with a typeset cover.
Kids write and create their own story and illustrations. Then, they can just send the book back to Scribble Press in the enclosed envelope or [...]

Katy Perry’s MTV Unplugged CD/DVD set is officially out! You can hear see all seven of the tracks here, courtesy of www.MTV.com. The songs include “I Kissed a Girl,” “Waking Up in Vegas,” and the premiere of “Brick by Brick”. Watch them and enjoy. We love Katy!

When you combine a slipper with a shoe, you create Oobees, comfortable slippers that you can wear inside and out. Oobees can be worn on all floor types without the fear of falling or losing the comfort of a slipper. Available in sizes youth 9 ½ to 10 ½ ladies in a wide range of [...]

As one of LA’s The Place top picks for Christmas Gift Ideas for 2009, we have the perfect  gift idea for the little starlet or little jet-setter in your life. Noodle Head is reinventing the plush animal toy concept by utilizing them as tools for creativity, comfort and convenience without sacrificing fun. They carry cuddly animal [...]

Seagate provides new ways to safely store and protect your music, photo and video files plus more with FreeAgent Desk and FreeAgent Go. These sleek external hard drives back up and encrypt your data so that it is always available for you. This is a brand you can depend on and trust.
FreeAgent Desk
The easy-to-use software [...]

Lightning may not strike twice but Europa International has successfully launched two new eyewear lines with Trendies by Cinzia and Redeux, both manufactured by Cinzia Designs. Cinzia Designs was founded in 2002 and is a division of Europa International, allowing the brand to benefit from Europa International’s 30 plus years of eyewear manufacturing experience in [...]

Finally, a chic shawl that doesn’t require clasps, buttons or ties to stay put! The perfect cold office companion or outfit accessory to a night out on the town in Los Angeles, The Shōul by Casual Essential is a soft knit fashion essential that offers a convenient and stylish alternative to bulky shawls, jackets and [...]

Are you or someone you know at a difficult crossroad with a relationship in your life? Have you just lost a loved one and have unfinished business with them? Are you feeling frustrated with your current work and know you have a greater purpose to fulfill? LA’s The Place is proud to introduce you to [...]

We live our daily lives here in the United States, safe and secure, while at the same time, thousands of miles away, our best and bravest young men and women are risking their lives for their country. They face danger on a daily basis for months and months at a time. Let’s do our part to show our [...]

No time or motivation to cook your favorite Thanksgiving culinary delights this year for your family and friends? Relax and give thanks for Koo Koo Roo, Southern California’s leading chicken bistro. They are offering delicious and affordable specials this Thanksgiving for your celebratory gatherings. Koo Koo Roo makes it simple to enjoy a Thankgiving holiday [...]

Some say the measure of a man’s success lies in his ability to concentrate. With the technological advances of NeuroSky, this can finally be put to the test. NeuroSky is the company who has developed this amazing new application of the power of concentration for Mattel’s newest toy, the MindFlex Game.

Fun and funky, comfortable and sturdy, Fatboy furniture has filled a niche. Really good things never go away and Fatboy brings it back to stay in a big way!
Fatboy has burst onto the scene by redesigning retro with their modern take on lounge furniture and beanbag chairs. Orginating from the Netherlands, Fatboy is penetrating the [...]

Adobe Systems, makers of the bestselling video and photo editing software in North America, have now released the newest version in their line of video editing with Adobe Premiere Elements 8. It is available as a standalone product or bundled together in a single retail package with its photo counterpart, Adobe Photoshop Elements 8. The [...]

Adobe Systems, makers of the bestselling photo and video editing software in North America, have now released the newest version in their line with Adobe Photoshop Elements 8. It is available as a standalone product or bundled together in a single retail package with its video counterpart, Adobe Premier Elements 8. The bundle successfully integrates [...]

As a former model and actress, I was introduced to the airbrush makeup application process on set and absolutely adored the results of it making my skin look flawless but in the early 1990’s, it was just a special treat when you booked a job and got your make-up done by the professionals. With Luminess® [...]

Silk’n SensEpil™, the breakthrough at-home beauty device that puts the power of long-term hair removal in the palm of women’s hands. For pain-free, effective home laser hair removal using light energy!
Hair removal…Say those two little words to most women and the response is a big sigh and then an emphatic, “Ugh!”  For centuries, women have [...]

It’s not the fountain of youth but it may just be the next best thing. Protandim is a unique blend of phytonutrients that has been shown in a published, peer reviewed human study to eliminate the age-related increase in cell aging factors. The groundbreaking pill supplement, tested in clinical trials by noted scientist Dr. Joe [...]

Tim Gunn of “Project Runway” and Laura Leighton of “Melrose Place”  teamed up with the National Domestic Violence Hotline (NDVH) and Marshalls on the Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica to take a stand during October for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.  Together, via this event, they launched an integrated program to raise money and awareness for [...]

Carbon water and on-site recycling at Fashion Week? Oh yes, being green was the hottest  trend at the Spring 2010 Mercedes Benz Fashion Week held last month in New York City. O.N.E Water, as the official sponsor of the glamorous event, was a prime example of Fashion Week’s eco-consciousness. O.N.E. Water, which offered 500 ml [...]

Always a favorite with the stars, GBK Productions, the luxury lifestyle gift lounge and special events company, honored the 2009 Emmy Award Nominees and Presenters with their Annual GBK Emmy Gift Lounge. GBK presented A Luxury Bazaar for the Senses, held at a gorgeous, private estate in Beverly Hills, and, as always, gave back to charity [...]

From the preparation of rehearsal to fittings to interviews in the week leading up to the Emmys is demanding and stressful, but many of Hollywood’s hottest TV stars made visiting the WOW! Creations Emmy Gift Lounge a top priority despite their hectic scheduling.  Emmy-nominated stars, reality stars, VIP’s and hipsters from many of the nominated [...]

Fall 2009 brings the beginning of the big award shows and this year’s Emmy nominees are as talented and fabulous as ever!

While it’s always an honor just to be nominated, it’s only natural that not taking home the big prize on September 20th feels bittersweet.
But the biggest stars will surely not be disappointed if they [...]

By Susie Salva
Boston based pop-punk rockers Boys Like Girls release their sophomore album “Love Drunk” on Columbia Records, which is thoroughly intoxicating. These four friends didn’t have to look far for inspiration when it came time to record “Love Drunk” the long-awaited follow-up to their self-titled Columbia Records debut. The band knew how much they [...]

Fatboy, the designer of hip yet functional furniture and home products, has released their Dutch design bag line, a unisex collection of bags for a very broad range of age (www.fatboy.com). Already selling in over 80 countries, the Netherlands-based company known for their modern take on beanbag chairs is now bringing that eye for inventive design [...]

Some of the most exciting action at the 36th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy Awards happened away from the cameras, as On 3 Productions produced the Official Presenter Gift Lounge. The gifting pleasure happened backstage at the historic Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles, August 28 through August 30, 2009 throughout rehearsals and as CW Television Network [...]

Hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, lead singer Luke Pilgrim of pop rock band Last November stopped in with LA’s The Place while gearing up for the band’s first west coast tour, to share his destined love with In & Out Burger, how he longs to play scrabble with Mick Jagger, and confirms the rumors that a [...]

Santa Monica’s newest yoga studio, YogaCo is truly a breath of fresh air in more ways than one as it sets itself apart by being the largest green studio in Santa Monica, offering unique yoga classes like Daddy&ME and recovery yoga and most importantly in these economic times, asking donation only class fees.  Although yoga’s popularity has yielded many generic, commercialized studios, YogaCo is [...]

While a day at the spa is supposed to ease your tensions, searching for the right one can be just as anxiety ridden as that stress you’re trying to escape from. i Medspa (www.i-medspa.com) opened the doors on a new facility in April of 2009 at Plaza El Segundo and offers the ultimate in care [...]

Celebrity pooches get spoiled today in Hollywood! As the dog days of Summer fade into Fall, Distinctive Assets will be delivering special gift bags to twenty-five of their favorite pet-loving stars.  Every dog indeed has its day … especially in a town where diamond-adorned canines are nearly as famous as their celebrity owners! On August [...]

Surgery-free cleavage without wearing a super-engineered traditional bra?  Yes, your worries are over gravity taking it’s toll or sagging after weight loss or pregnancy since Beautiful LiftR adhesive bra has hit the market.  They even have a water-resistant version to look your most alluring self in a bathing suit as well.
Beautiful LiftR by Moonlight Innovations [...]

For women looking to redefine their hair as fall approaches, they need only remind themselves “There’s no place like West Hollywood”, as renowned stylist and color Marco Pelusi’s thriving West Hollywood locale (www.marcopelusi.com) has all the answers. He’s literally devoted his entire life to hair and now the denizens of Los Angeles are benefiting from [...]

Nespresso (www.nespresso.com), the leading innovator in luxury-portioned espresso introduced Nespresso CitiZ, a new line of espresso machines that bring an urban sensibility to your kitchen while offering high quality espresso with the touch of a button. If you’ve ever wondered why you’re paying 5 bucks a cup to stand in a line, you’re undoubtedly ready [...]

Now that we have Universal Botanicals (www.universalbotanicals.com) and their Green Certified cleaning products, somebody better break it to Kermit the Frog that being green just got a lot easier. Universal Botanicals is the first and only company to package their chemical free, non toxic products in 100% biodegradable bottles.
Founded by mother of two Nicole Mammano, [...]

With the calming feel of the office’s cool yellows and greens and their friendly and reassuring staff, Sunrise MedSpa makes everyone from the elite of LA to the locals of Glendale feel at ease.
Offering a large selection of services, Sunrise depends on both eastern and western medicine, courtesy of Dr. Won to properly determine how [...]

We will be bringing you an entire section of the magazine devoted to helping you find new and innovative products for all aspects of your life where you will be able to click on the category of your interest to see a display of great products, then click on the product to find out more, [...]

Do you suffer from eyelash envy every time you see a woman (or even some men for that matter) with thick, long, full gorgeous eyelashes that make their eyes irresistible?  LAs the Place has found the solution to being green for luscious lashes and we know where you can find it in LA. neuLash is [...]