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 [...]

Miami Beach hosted a successful Rock Fashion Week at the Eden Roc Renaissance Hotel this last week. Rain threatened to ruin the affair, but due to such an eye-popping fashion show, attendees were not deterred and stayed despite the downpour.

Opening for the week was Russell Simmons’ Argyleculture line, featuring his new American Classic and Simmons [...]

The Billion Dollar Babes are back in Los Angeles with thier famous sale Nov 6th + 7th.
Your favorite online sample sale, Billion Dollar Babes, returns to its hometown roots. Come early, this gets very busy!
Dates/Times:
Friday November 6 (VIP – noon-9pm)
Saturday November 7 (9am-5pm)
Billion Dollar Babes, the world’s premier designer sale, returns to Los Angeles. Shop [...]

Want to know what it feels like to don a 16.5-carat diamond necklace? Hershey’s Bliss is giving women the chance to find out! The Hershey Company will take a page from the New York Times best-selling book “The Necklace: Thirteen Women and the Experiment That Transformed Their Lives” by Cheryl Jarvis (A Ballantine Trade Paperback) [...]

Paying full-pop retail?! That’s a thing of the past! Online shoppers everywhere are discovering TheSurpriseStore as they announce their first pop-up sale.
Retail stores have felt the crunch of the economy. TheSurpriseStore.com, a premier private online sales vehicle helps branded consumer product companies alleviate their inventory and find new direct-to-consumer channels for marketing and brand elevation [...]

Shopaholics Unite is a dynamic shopping experience that caters to college students during the recession and brings the much anticipated event series, 2009 Shopaholics Unite.
Three huge events hitting the USC, UCLA, and Cal State Fullerton areas, top fashion companies are coming together to purge excess inventory while offering recession-proof shopping to students – Hip clothes, [...]

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 [...]

A woman’s best friend could very possibly be her shapewear. Although there are many brands of shapewear on the market, many just do not fit well, making things look worse! Neither are they comfortable. The DuMi Shapewear Collection proves that shapewear can look great, feel fabulous and and make you look sleek, smooth and slim!
It is [...]

Oodles of celebrities all decked out and bedazzled in sparkling jewels literally shined at The Palazzo Las Vegas and Simon G’s Spring Bling on May 30th, 2009, benefiting the Lili Claire Foundation. This uber-chic outdoor affair, held next door to The Venetian, the world’s largest five-diamond resort, at The Palazzo’s Azure Pool was hosted by [...]

One of ten competitors chosen from thousands across the country, Hawaiian native, Nolan “Makaawaawa” Robert was the top winner of Lifetime’s new reality competition series, “Blush: The Search for the Next Great Makeup Artist.” Nolan took home $100,000, inked a deal with Max Factor and will be the featured make-up artist for the cover of [...]

The Scots came out to celebrate Dressed to Kilt, the highest-profile Scottish event in the United States. The highly-anticipated event featured kilted gents and plaid-clad ladies strutting their stuff down the runway for an A-list of judges. Traditional kilts as well as fashion-forward garb are showcased in a lavish display of Scottish pride. Honorary Chairman [...]

The rooftop at Kress nightclub in Hollywood was the perfect set-up for March Fashion Industry Night to get us excited for the spring collections. As the DJ was spinning all the right songs, the crowd enjoyed complimentary Marani Vodka cocktails in anticipation of the show.

 The show began with the introduction of Capelta’s 2009 boot collection. [...]

Heidi Klum, Khloe and Kourtney Kardashian of “Keeping up with the Kardashians” Lauren Conrad and Lauren Bosworth of “The Hills”, Holly Robinson Peete and pop singer Aubrey O’Day went beachside to help celebrate Barbie® Doll’s 50th Birthday party in Malibu(CA) with a custom life-size New Beetle convertible, fully loaded with rhinestones, sparkling pink paint and a [...]

Girl power hasn’t lost its luster, and with empowering t-shirts from GirlMogul your young girl can let her individuality shine. There are no princess messages here. With encouraging sayings like “Future Leader of the Free World” and “Dream Big”, girls learn that they can do anything they put their young minds to.

Girls Being All That [...]

Valentine’s Day is coming and you may not know what to get the love of your life, but Joe’s Jeans has you covered. From now until Feb 23rd you and your readers can use the code “joeslovesme” on checkout at their online store and buy a pair of jeans for yourself and get a second [...]

This sweet, sexy feminine fragrance will make you want to stay close. American Eagle Seventy Seven Fragrance: $34.50 www.ae.com
Express you romantic side with this 14 karat gold “Love” necklace. Jules Smith: $175 www.julessmithdesigns.com
Have these 14 karat gold and sterling stars customized with her initials. Smith Star Struck Necklace: $75 www.julessmith.com
Be festive on Valentine’s Day with [...]

One look at the Daisy Gonzalez collection and you can see why this young Latina is on her way to leaving a permanent mark in the fashion industry. Her one of a kind designs have attracted the owners of the newly opened Jane Joe John Doe Boutique, who requested that a few of her pieces [...]

Italy is steeped in history and culture. Amazing art, music and products have emerged from this small European country for centuries. Rife with beauty, Italy is home to many of the world’s sexiest high-end brands. From clothing to jewelry, beauty products, furniture to fast cars, Italian products always top their class. Following in this tradition [...]

Chris Ryan, co-founder of Pawparazzi Pets and Noodle Head Fun, talks to LAsThePlace.com about the launch of their new retail website and the future of online interactive sites for kids.
La’s The Place:  Chris, how did the new Pawparazzi Pets website perform during the most recent Holiday season?
Chris Ryan:  www.pawparazzi.com was launched late in the holiday [...]

This past month, a re-imagined Jane Doe John Doe Boutique hosted a launch party to showcase its newest designer lines. Many notable Los Angeles designers were featured alongside finalists from Season 5 of Project Runway including finalist Korto Momulu and winner Leanne Marshall, whose looks are very unique, yet very different from one another. Jerell [...]

To the “in-the-know” posh, modern maverick, it’s common knowledge that the best time to buy new clothes and accessories is pre-season. Therefore, it would be a seemingly smart investment for the style-craving fashionista to take advantage of M Z Wallace’s elegant and newly launched Spring/ Summer 2009 collection of handbags reflecting their philosophic intelligent, modern style [...]

On your next getaway or business trip, a Trina travel or makeup bag is a must for the ultimate in fashionable organization. These highly functional and stylish bags are inspired by trends seen on the European runways.

The entire line is sophisticated with an element of playfulness. The designers source all their fabrics from the [...]

Laguna Beach Jean Company hosted a huge private bash to commemorate their first anniversary on The Kress rooftop for celebrities and VIPs. The 2009 Laguna Beach Jean Company Titanium Collection of not only jeans but tees, hoodies, and jackets for men and women was unveiled in an electrifying fashion show later in the evening. The [...]

Scanty, the sexy and cozy lounge wear/ pj line can now be found at Fred Segal Fun in Santa Monica for the first time! Their exclusive Trunk Show is being held on Saturday, December 20, 2008 from 1pm-4pm. There will be many styles from a variety of different collections ranging from casual zip-up hoodies and [...]

More Christmas Shopping solutions!
There will be an exclusive sale on Saturday the 13th at the Salon by Maxime from 2 pm  to 6 pm. 
Two high end designers will be there to show off their collections.  There will be lots of silk jersey and cashmere pieces at fabulous prices. 
Dress by Bic Owen; Who by [...]

When your upper arm keeps waving long after your hand has stopped, you know you need FLABuLESS, a new shapewear that slims and conceals your upper arms.

Many women feel uncomfortable about the shape of their arms, which are among the hardest body parts to sculpt. Add to that the fact the women often fluctuate [...]

“I am woman, hear me roar”, should be the new mantra for the stylish and comfortable PZI Jeans. This premium denim line is designed to fit real women, ones with fuller hips, rounder rears and smaller waists…women who are tired of buying jeans that gap at the waist. PZI Jeans are tapered towards the waist [...]

Christmas gift ideas for him and her!
Join luxurious, lifestyle brand Juicy Couture, who are a having an exclusive trunk show at Fred Segal Fun in Santa Monica on  Saturday, December 13, 2008. 
Become the envy of your friends and grab the latest Juicy styles. They will be fully stocked in the iconic “Juicy Tracksuit”. In [...]

Christmas Gift Ideas for Her
Great color. Fast drying. Better for you. Superstar Nail Lacquer is the perfect nail accessory for every fashionista this holiday season: it’s affordable, chic and good for your nails.
Toluene and formaldehyde free, Superstar’s unique formula is the nail lacquer of choice for women looking for bold colors and long-lasting luxe. [...]

a little rebellion + a little anarchy = unique polos with attitude
Attus, as in Attus Apparel, is a made-up abbreviation of the word "anti-status". Unlike your typical polo shirts, which often have meaningless symbols such as cute little animals or snooty crests, Attus Apparel polos’ embroidered symbols are steeped in meaning: Whatever represents you.
Fun, [...]

Everyone’s watching ABC’s Dancing with the Stars. You love the dancers, you feed off the judges, but who makes them look so darn good?
Emmy award-winning costume designer Randall Christensen.
A little background on this mastermind: Christensen creates and manufactures high-end glamour costumes for television, film, Las Vegas projects, cruise line shows, and the competitive dance world. [...]

Moonsus offers a full line of fine leather and textile goods including laptop bags, totes, briefcases, handbags, backpacks and small accessories. Moonsus collection has in mind the real-world needs of women in the workplace. Functionality, femininity, elegance and innovative can be found in every exquisite Moonsus product! www.Moonsus.com
Read about Moonsus at the MTV Awards Gifting [...]

Moonsus, a maker of quality, upscale fine leather goods for business professionals, proves that success and style are not mutually exclusive. The Moonsus collection of executive work bags, backpacks, fashion totes, handbags, wallets, and card cases boasts top-notch quality, as evident in the European grained leather trim, while retaining a feminine touch, in the form [...]

Moonsus is a collection of sensational executive work bags designed to be both feminine, aesthetically pleasing, and functional. They carry everything from briefcases to backpacks challenging the norm of male-oriented suitcase designs. www.moonsus.com
Read more on Moonsus here…

kaplanMD is a high-end skincare line created by dermatologist to the stars, Dr. Stuart Kaplan, M.D. Each product in the line contains no less than 10 active ingredients, at their highest concentrations, to treat all 3 types of skin aging – chronological, hormonal, and environmental.   The kaplanMD Collection Set includes full-size bottles [...]

Good things come in small packages, and the Hanky Tanky Hanger is both small and good. It’s a sleek, simple dynamo that lets you hang 12 tops or bottoms on one hanger.
The Hanky Tanky Hanger is a unique space-saver that will triple your current closet space. It’s great for those limited spaces, and can help [...]

Put your best foot forward this Holiday season with Copper Technology Socks from Aetrex , a leading provider of pedorthic footwear.
These unique socks feature copper ions infused into the fabric, which eliminates 99.9% of bacteria and fungi and provides protection against odors. Copper has also been found to rejuvenate skin and improve its texture, tone [...]

2008 Christmas Gift Ideas for Her!
Moonsus offers a sophisticated, luxurious collection of executive work bags with a contemporary look. As attractive as they are useful, Moonsus is a designer line of handbags, laptop totes, backpacks, wallets and business card cases designed with a feminine look for the working woman.
Created with exceptional quality, just like your loved [...]

The saying “leisure with dignity”, created by the designers of the trendy clothing label “Hozell”, is a summation of what most of us aspire to attain our entire lives. The sheer exhilaration of having the essential combination of time and finances, which make this ideal possible, is to some people a feeling almost as powerful [...]

Former co-founder and co-owner of hot brand True Religion Brand Jeans, Kym Gold-Lubell, has launched a new women’s line, called Babakul. The French word for “hippie”, the Babakul spring/summer 2009 collection consists of trousers, lightweight denim and vests.

Gold-Lubell recently threw an event launching Babakul at her Malibu estate, which drew many famous faces including [...]

Christmas Gift Ideas for her!
Tripping over pets, bumping into furniture, and stepping on sharp toys. How many times have we all done that in the middle of the night? Now you can shed some light on those nighttime hazards with smart slippers that light the way – BrightFeet.
BrightFeet Lighted Slippers are in essence comfortable nightlights [...]

Love your Ugg™, Emu and similar boots but want a different look? Create your own style? Express yourself? Now you can have your boots and individuality, too. Boot Hugs are a new fashion accessory designed to spruce up your existing boots and add your own unique touch.

Designed to embellish Ugg, Emu and  other [...]

Project Angel Food’s mission is to nourish the body and spirit of men, women, and children affected by HIV/AIDS, cancer and other serious illnesses. All proceeds from the Divine Design event will benefit Project Angel Foods mission to continue to supply meals for people in need.
This is the West Coast’s Premiere Shopping Event. This [...]

If the thought of Christmas shopping has you concerned about your budget, don’t fret because this holiday season you’ll be able to buy fantastic designer gifts while saving money in the process. On November 23rd, the Sassy City Chicks Fashion Bash will offer major discounts on name brand clothing and accessories for all the fashionistas [...]

Marylou and Daniel Sanders have found a way to both help the environment while looking great. With Poetic Justice, Marylou Marsh-Sanders’ new line, they combine nature with beautiful design to create the most comfortable, innovative clothing.
Marylou Marsh-Sanders is no stranger to great fashion. In 1979 she co-founded Sardine Productions, a graphic design and silk-screen [...]

A new design of sexy, comfortable boxer shorts is making its way into the wardrobe of Hollywood’s sexiest men. With attention to the smallest details, Big Headed Boxers are made to not rise up, allowing men to let loose and feel comfortable. The distinguishing factor in Big Headed Boxer’s randy brand identity is the ever-present [...]

The Howie Pendant -a Rock Your Religion piece – was designed to be worn with the cornerstones of Rock Your Religion as well as the principles of the Dorough Lupus Foundation. Those cornerstones include courage, strength, hope and love.
Rock Your Religion’s signature Chi Rho Symbol – representing the Greek phrase En Touto Nika, “In This [...]

Los Angeles’ glitterati gathered poolside at the Sheraton LAX last week for Platinum Image Services, Sorted and L7’s first pool party this summer. The Sheraton has been home to several pool parties this summer but none prior to this were “Platinum”. Scott Harden of B.A.R. Entertainment hosted the lovely event and Projektor Creative provided the [...]

The industry’s top fashion designers and LA’s hottest celebs gathered to attend and showcase their work at the 6th annual TMG/CUUR Style LA: Swim & Resort runway show. The star-studded event held at the Viceroy Hotel in Santa Monica  to benefit the Facial Paralysis Foundation and Stop the Violence/Face the Music and was hosted by [...]

Indigo Dreams, a customized accessories and graphic design company based out of Long Beach, CA, has come up with a bold and novel new creation specifically designed with today’s modern, gadget-loving fashionista in mind.  Their amazingly cute, “Customized Hand-Painted Bluetooths” offers a fashionable alternative to the common, plain, and simple bluetooths that just about everyone [...]

Undergear and Instinct Magazine search  for their next Model Star; Jesse Brune of Bravo’s Workout to Host the event at Avalon, Thursday, August 21th.
Undergear, one of the nation’s leading catalog and online providers of men’s underwear and workout wear, and Instinct Magazine, the leading independent gay national print publication, have teamed up to search [...]

This past week the fashion industry’s top designers converged at the Viceroy Hotel in Santa Monica to raise awareness and money for two worthy causes. Benefiting the Facial Paralysis Foundation and Stop the Violence/Face the Music, the CUUR/TMG Annual Style LA: Swim & Resort Runway Fashion Show showcased beautiful models strutting down the catwalk in [...]

Hip and trendy retailer Intermix celebrated the 3rd Annual VH1 Rock Honors with an exclusive party to benefit the VH1 Save The Music Foundation at their Robertson Blvd. location in Los Angeles.  
All the hottest celebrities who share a love for music and fashion gathered at this red carpet event. Dressed in their most trendy [...]

This year give a unique, hand-crafted gift and help support women and children in Uganda. Read more in Personal Evolution… 

With the high price of gas, food and travel these days, us Angelinos are feeling the recession. But when it comes down to it, we know how to deal. Can you imagine though, living where food is scarce, there’s no running water, and 50% of the people around you are HIV positive? In Uganda people [...]

On Friday June 6th Hollywood rocked harder then usual. Clothing company Trendy Rags presented designers Motor City Legends’ and Fresh & Famous’ “Rock The Runway” fashion show. Glamorous event hosted by Joseph Rene with the Valentine Group at uber-chic Opera nightclub.
Just before midnight, celebrity designer Joseph Rene cuts from a dark silhouette and commands the [...]

Lyric Culture has introduced a line of tee shirts to help you celebrate the 4th of July holiday in style. Celebrity fans include Kelly Clarkson, Drew Barrymore, Miley Cyrus and Denise Richards. This line of shirts – which has been featured in In Style Magazine and People Magazine – embodies the [...]

You think your Dad’s priceless – so make him feel like a million bucks! Now, for a nominal fee anyone can rent a piece of jewelry from Bling Yourself. For Father’s Day, customers who sign up and rent a piece of men’s jewelry during the week of June 9, 2008 will have the opportunity to [...]

Have you ever wanted to flaunt the kind of jewels constantly seen on the stars on the red carpet? Well now you can! Jewelry from the world’s most sought-after designers including Christian Dior, Roberto Coin, Gucci, Rolex, John Hardy, Tag Heuer, Curtis & Co., and Judith Ripka are now available for rent. Blingyourself.com, self identified [...]

Opera Hollywood will be hosting Motor City Legends and Fresh & Famous labels’ showcase of their hottest styles and designs set to hit the runway for the Summer/Fall 2008 season.
Motor City Legends and Fresh & Famous, are both vintage-inspired designs that have created a fresh new take on the motorcycle and tattoo culture by [...]

Be it for dress, sport, business or the beach, Auri Footwear provides men with just the right shoe no matter what the occasion. Combining cutting edge technology with bold new styles, this Laguna Beach based company produces superior functioning footwear, without sacrificing fashion. Upping the bar in men’s footwear, the company has incorporated Outlast Technology [...]

In New York Mother’s Day came early this year, or at least the party did. On May 6, Hollywood’s elite flocked to historic Grand Central Station to help celebrate the opening of the A Diamond Is Forever Floral Spectacular. The chic event was commissioned in honor of mothers, and was designed by celebrity floral designer, [...]

Recently, friends gather to party in Hollywood to celebrate product placement Queen Marsha Levine’s work on Tyra Banks’ hot show “Americas’ Next Top Model”.
A crowded room of artists, producers and assorted industry folks gathered around a gi-normous flat screen television to witness Levine’s most recent jaw-dropping job. At exactly thirty-one minutes into the program, the hottest remaining models [...]

Lisa Kline will receive the 2008 Vision Award on Sunday May 18, 2008 at the Fashion for Life Runway Show hosted by Lisa Rinna, with DJ AM spinning during the show.
Menswear by Marc Callo will be featured at this year’s show, along with So Cal staples from Diane Samandi, Robert Rodriguez and Rory Beca [...]

Summer is fast approaching, which means trips to the beach, park and fun weekend getaways. For an easy escape to any destination, Day-Timers, the organizational gurus, presents The Jute Tote for all your outing’s necessities.
This blue, beige and brown striped bag has room for beach towels, books, magazines, maps, suntan lotion, snacks and anything [...]

Distinctive Assets is doing its part to celebrate Earth Day and the stars who make a difference with “green gift baskets.” The end result is a match made in Hollywood. This unique Gift Basket (the “basket” is actually a tote bag from Ecototables as well as an in-home recycling bin) includes items from companies such [...]

The magic of chaos existed in the photo shoot featuring Top Model/TV personality Adrianne Curry. With everything happening all at one time, Niki Shadrow (Life & Style Editor and Celebrity Stylist) had the ability to keep this potentially overwhelming situation at ease and extremely organized. Niki, the photo shoot producer and stylist, has perfected the [...]

The Hu Energy Pendant is elegant and extraordinary, an innovative piece of jewelry that utilizes Sacred Geometry and radiates loving Hu Energy.  The mission of Hu Energy Fashion’s is to assist you in your own effort to harness your native Chi energy.  Shadow Sky, the creator of Hu Energy pendants, believes that the [...]

Born in Europe, trained in Melbourne and apprenticed with the Pariasian color god, Alexander De Paris, Matthew G. has a worldly perspective on color.  He has graced prestigious salons across the world, including Prive and John Frieda. But the best news is, now he’s right here in Los Angeles – and quickly becoming one of [...]

Staying true to her word, singer, songwriter, and fashion entrepreneur Hanna Rochelle Schmieder (known by her fans as HANNA), “has always made it about the music.” The multitalented beauty captivated family and friends as she showcased collections from her successful clothing line Lyric Culture and sampled tracks from her new album “HANNA – Wound & [...]

Sonya Paz is a pioneer in the modern Pop Art movement. Her love of life and joy shines through her uninhibited use of color and form. Her work is vivid, imagination, energetic. It never coyly beckons (although that is charming in its own right); it grabs you by your visual senses and pulls you inward. [...]

The Zachariah Bryant Fashion Show at Em & Co was a fabulous affair. The locale was one of the little shops on west 3rd St. As guests came in starting at around 6:30 they were able to look through the wonderful clothes and truly beautiful handmade jewelry on display. Champagne and vodka were served as well [...]

Today’s great products allow new parents to raise their toddlers with flair! Who says only celebrities like J-Lo, Halle Berry or Denise Richards can turn parenting into a fabulously glamorous adventure? Check out today’s savvy and modern (but always practical) solutions to parenting problems and baby needs.
Teething Bling Jewelry by Smart Mom Jewelry Great [...]

The fashion and design world gathered for an exclusive VIP Preview of the best of L.A.’s emerging, artistic talent at the Tastemaker Gallery at the Hollywood and Highland Center. The exhibition, presented by Los Angeles Magazine, will be open to the public March 19 – 30, 2008 and is an interactive display of the eclectic [...]

The Colleagues Boutique will be home to the Junior League of Los Angeles’ (JLLA) benefit for Children’s Institute Inc. This free fashion show and couture sales event will include, food, drinks, raffles and goodie bags all in the name of CII, which helps children who have been affected by violence in their homes or communities.
Held [...]

Moonsus offers their customers a luxurious collection of executive work bags with a contemporary look.  As attractive as they are useful, Moonsus has created a designer line of handbags, laptop totes, backpacks, wallets and business card cases for the working woman.
Created with exceptional quality, Moonsus’ line of totes are ergonomically designed to minimize the [...]

LA’s the Place Magazine is teaming up with the popular boutique Anonymous Venice for another fabulous giveaway. Post your sweetest, funniest, or most romantic Valentine’s Day story below in comments and you will be entered to win amazing clothing and accessories valued at $200.00!
 
The winner of this giveaway will receive an Anonymous Venice Heart T-Shirt, a Loyal [...]

Prevent future embarrassing moments with disposable Lint-On-The-Go-Sheets.
More practical than carrying around a lint roller stick, these portable sheets are individually wrapped with a protective liner to fit easily in your luggage, purse and even right in your pocket.
Simply slide your hand under the clear cover on these travel sized sheets and peel away [...]

I attended the private showing of Los Angeles designer Zachariah Bryant’s new spring line, at Em & Co. Boutique. To say that designer, Zachariah Bryant’s light and breezy persona is reflected in his line is the understatement of the year. The cool air of sophistication that Bryant gives off is infused in every aspect of [...]

Scanty – the lifestyle brand that’s ideal for the gal who happens to be down-to-earth and fashion conscious at the same time, and looking for fun and upscale comfort – has plenty of loungewear to suit your needs this Valentine’s Day.
Offering a variety of styles, from boxer shorts to baby doll dresses to PJ [...]

MS Friends, a 24-hour telephone helpline that’s devoted to helping people with Multiple Sclerosis, has introduced a Rock for MS Guitar Pick Necklace.
Launched in Bloomingdale’s as well as on their official website, the necklace will hopefully help to bring more awareness of this illness to the younger generation.
Josh Todd from “Buck Cherry,” DJ Paul [...]

Few Angelenos feel the need to cross over the O.C. border. Once on the other side of the Orange County curtain, it is like another country and culture for we Angeleno’s. Like New Yorker’s, all Angelenos could ever want or need appears to be right here in LA proper. Or so we thought. The OC [...]

PajamaGram offers a range of sleepwear styles – delivered right to your door – to keep suit your every mood while keeping you cozy and comfy.
Choose from individual to matching PJ’s for the family, from classic designs to traditional to sassy or sexy styles. And for a truly unique touch, Pajama Gram sleepwear can [...]

Already known for being one of the world’s greatest performers as well as activist, it’s no surprise that U2’s Bono has teamed with EDUN – an ethical t-shirt company co-founded by his wife, Ali Hewson and Hard Rock International to launch a new signature series with proceeds benefiting African cotton farmers and the build trade [...]

A Home For the Holidays is an annual holiday benefit, produced by Steven Spielberg and Henry Winkler, to raise awareness of foster care. The event always includes top talents in America’s entertainment industry, as well as some social and political figures. This holiday special works to shed light on the rewards of adoption, as a [...]

Rock Star
If jewelry had a sound, then Dussault Custom Ink has found a new beat with its bling that’s heavy metal, progressive rock and a whole lotta of soul. Add star power from collaborations with Bloodline Designs, Malcolm Norman, Gene Simmons of KISS, and Haida artist James Adkins to the latest fall collection unleashed by [...]

MALAISHA invites you and your loved ones to the most Glamorous and Extravagant Holiday Trunk Show on 21st December, 2007 at the Luxe Hotel Penthouse Suite, Rodeo Drive, where beauty and fashion are blended together with a topping of sex appeal. Proudly showcasing the most exquisite line of Swarovski studded dresses, ultra chic tops [...]

Every generation needs a rebel, and in the world of fashion edgy, Canadian designer Jason Dussault is breaking all the rules with his urban hipster apparel and forward thinking philosophy. Fans of the signature brand are screaming “More, more, more!” and with two recent openings in LA and NYC, the new look of cool is [...]

With the new Dussault Motel rocking Melrose, you can now shop and give your rebel the gift of cool with premium Dussault Apparel and accessories. If you don’t live in L.A., check out Dussault’s website and order online. 
Hoodies These snuggly silk-lined hoodies are as comfortable as they are distinct. Urban and ready to hit [...]

Ta-Bu (Truly About Being U’s) founder and creative mastermind Marques Massengale, prides himself in creating a different yet wearable line that both celebrities and others can enjoy alike. Using simplistic colors for the soft and cozy hoodies and tee shirts and sparkly tank tops, Marques focuses on creating fashionable styles while still remaining [...]

Christmas is just around the corner and if you’re like most people, you haven’t a clue what to get the people in your life.  The holiday season should be filled with friends, family, food and fun – not stress over buying the perfect gift.
 
We at LA’s the Place have come up with many exciting, [...]

Spring 2008 collections from boutique designers and the eco-fashion vanguard were runway displayed this fall in Los Angeles. Industry insiders, celebrities, press, and friends watched models rock playful everyday designs and red carpet possibilities. Music tweaked, pretty strutted, and the fashion show reiterated its status as the modern theatre. Brief striking audio-visual experience, as we like [...]

Joanna Krupa, July’s 2005 Playboy cover girl and star of upcoming reality show, is Fredericks of Hollywood’s newest face. With a rising career and plenty to be proud of, Joanna graces the upcoming cover of L.A. Direct Magazine and gives readers a glimpse into her life. A Chicago native, Joanna, who relocated to [...]

Fashion savvy people know it’s always important to look good when dressing up and just as important when you’re keeping it casual. We’ve come up with several  items that are sure to make a splash whether you’re putting together the perfect outfit for yourself or shopping for the fashionista on your list.
The New Elliott Lucca [...]

Hollywood shopping came to the beach Friday November 16th with the opening of La La Land by Anchor Blue on the Santa Monica 3rd Street Promenade.
Capturing all the essence of the hottest L.A. clubs, La La Land felt more like a lounge than a retail space and allowed guests to feel as though they were [...]

Melrose Avenue will never be the same. The Dussault Apperal store, which celebrated its grand opening this past week, blocked off an entire section of Melrose specifically for the star-studded event. Founder, Chairman, and Chief Creative Officer Jason Dussault invited his close friends, Gene Simmons, Criss Angel, and others to celebrate the store opening where they celebrated [...]

Los Angeles was quite the hot spot during Fashion Week, as fashionistas of all kinds came out to see and be seen.  On October 17th, The Gallery Los Angeles, a philanthropic PR firm, got in on the action with The Green Initiative held at Smashbox Studios.  Hoping to raise awareness of sustainable living through fashion, this [...]

Opening on Melrose Avenue on November 8th, the Dussault Apparel Motel store will feature Ready-To-Wear collections for men and women, headwear, jewelry and luggage.
As a designer, manufacturer, wholesaler and retailer of high-end quality apparel, Dussault Apparel Inc. aims to design innovative and distinctive products for fashion-conscious customers. Their product line includes premium high fashion [...]

The crowd was roaring as celebrities pranced down the runway in a head to head battle at the TDink Magazine’s 2nd Annual Fashion Walkoff.  The event featured TDink’s designer of the year, DBLA Clothing, in a benefit for the Keep a Breast Foundation.  Justin Kredible and Siri Garber hosted the evening. Guests were treated to [...]

Raising more than $120,000 for the charity Clothes Off Our Back, the October 25th Lingerie Art Auction took place at the original Frederick’s of Hollywood.  In it’s 4th year, this star studded event auctioned off corsets designed by some of the biggest names in show business.
Making it Happen
Hosted by husband and wife team actor Bradley [...]

Ahh, Halloween. A holiday that for kids means playing dress-up, trick-or-treat, and piles of candy. But as an adult, the Tricks are the treat, and clubs across town fill to the brim with the sweetest eye candy – all dressed up and good enough to eat. Sexy costumes are the thing, and hotties in the [...]

Since filming wrapped on the "Bachelor: Rome", Erica Rose, America’s most infamous bachelorette, has managed to keep a full schedule. In between filming her pilot for a hush-hush upcoming reality show, Erica has managed to utilize her notoriety to create a line of tiaras, yes tiaras, cleverly entitled T-ERICAS.
Erica recently sat down with LA’s [...]

Capping off a week of high style and cutting edge fashion, The LA Fashion Awards were held at the Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles. Presented by Saturn, the event was hosted by TV personality Debbi Matenopolous.
Kicking off the evening, Mayor Villaraigosa addressed the audience where he attributed LA’s role as a fashion capital to the [...]

Any self-respecting fashionista knows that accessories make the outfit, from your bag to your shoes to your belt and even your glasses. But these must-have items are not generally available to the majority of the buying public, thanks to their sky-high price tags and cultivated exclusivity. Selective Eyewear Elements (SEE) refutes this system; its optical [...]

By Jill Blackford
I was a bit skeptical, I must admit. Having helped put on Gen Art events when I lived in New York City, I knew its productions were high caliber. But I wasn’t sure that L.A., more often noted for a lack of design prowess than praised for its vision, could measure [...]

No one ever said it was easy being a girl. For today?s modern woman, there are so many decisions to make before you even walk out the door? and most of them have to do with appearance.
However, with so many products on the market today, a lot of women end up with a medicine [...]

Too often jewelry is seen as just an accessory, with no real connection to the wearer or to the craft itself but jewelry designer Veronica Ladjili is one of the rare few who believes that every piece should be as unique as the woman who wears it. Specializing in gemstones and crystal, Veronica [...]

If you love the feeling of trying on a new pair of jeans, Not Your Daughter’s Jeans (NYDJ)- also the maker of Tummy Tuck Jeans- is giving you the chance to make a difference this month in honor of the National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For each woman who tries on a pair of NYDJ [...]

Boarding for Breast Cancer (B4BC) will be offering numerous special edition products, promotions and events in October that aim to educate and promote breast cancer awareness.
Started by Monica Steward after she began battling breast cancer at the young age of only 26, Boarding for Breast Cancer is a non-profit foundation focused on the youth [...]

Living in sunny California means you need sunglasses all year long. Bollé offers their customers a stylish yet protective way to block the sun from their eyes.  Constantly refining their combination of fit, fashion and comfort, Bollé produces some of the most technologically advanced eyewear, all while keeping their finger on the pulse of what’s [...]

Stars walked a pink carpet on their way to high-style heaven, otherwise known as Intermix.  The New York fashion favorite has opened its first West Coast store on Robertson Blvd. just across from the Ivy. (Talk about desirable real estate!)
 
The earliest arrivals to the VIP preview party got the best look at the dazzling [...]

Former President Bill Clinton was the most recent influential figure to be seen wearing the “Green” bracelet from Simmons Jewelry Company.
Russell Simmons, recently named by USA Today as one of the “25 most influential people of the past 25 years,” along with Clinton- informed the former president of the Diamond Empowerment Fund (D.E.F.) when [...]

by Sofia Shershunovich
The fashion industry, to some a passionate way of life, to others a brainless parade of fur, unhealthy habits, and a significant contribution to global pollution. Enter Anya Hindmarch, British designer with a stylish idea for saving the trees from becoming paper bags and oceans from millions of plastic bags being dumped in [...]

High atop the Luxe Hotel on the roof deck penthouse overlooking Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, Sheer Cover presented Melanie Segal’s Platinum Emmy Lounge. As the celebrities strolled around the rooftop, they were treated to luxury items, drinks and noshes all while enjoying the beautiful view of the Hollywood Hills.  With comfy couches set up [...]

Michael Haase has often been referred to as the ‘Simon Cowell’ of stylists. In a town full of "cookie-cutter hair-stylists", as Michael puts it, he is not afraid to tell it like it is.
Currently working at the renowned Christophe Salon in Beverly Hills,  Michael is legendary for his custom and unique designs. Integrating an ongoing education of [...]

FULCAGE clothing is the brainchild of actress/designer Christina Fulton and her son Weston Coppola-Cage.  Launching their couture line at the Premier Men store at the Beverly Center in Los Angeles, the mother/son duo will donate the proceeds from FULCAGE to directly support the needs of underprivileged single mothers.
Celebrities lending their support to the star-studded [...]

Want to add some sparkle and pizazz to your wardrobe and your message? You may have noticed a new fashion trend lately leaning towards anything that sparkles. Bling it on Designs is the latest company to add a little pizzazz to shirts and even flip flops.
Using genuine Swarovski Crystals, founder, owner and designer of the [...]

To be really fashionable in LA, you have to get your hands dirty.
You can read glossy magazines. You can surf the net until your wrists hurt. You can hit the streets and the shops to see what?s in store and what the Beautiful People are wearing.?
Or you can take your lead from the professionals. [...]

A new school year means a new opportunity to put your finest fashion foot forward and make your classmates clamor for your cover girl look.? “But how can I make a fashion statement on campus without spending all the money I saved this summer?”, you’re asking yourself.? It’s simple! Repurpose some of your summer items [...]

Moonsus, a maker of fine leather goods for business professionals, proves that success and style are not mutually exclusive. The Moonsus collection of executive work bags, backpacks, fashion totes, handbags, wallets, and card cases boasts top-notch quality, as evident in the European grained leather trim, while retaining a feminine touch, in the form of the [...]

The Lano Company began out of one woman?s kitchen.? When Miranda Coggins discovered the wonderful effects of using Lanolin based products that were currently only available overseas, she decided to create her own line.? Formulating her first product, LanoLips lip balm while on home on maternity leave, Coggins began her beauty product empire right on [...]

The Gen Art Fresh Faces Fashion Show has laid the groundwork for many up and coming young designers. With fashion stars such as Zac Posen, Rebecca Taylor and Chaiken getting their start at Gen Art, the 13 year event is gearing up to kick start the careers of new and exciting talents who will set [...]

On Monday evening, July 30th, the annual Style LA fashion benefit took place at the Viceroy Hotel in Santa Monica. Actress Shiva Rose McDermott and Samantha Harris of E! Entertainment co-hosted the evening that began with a poolside reception and sponsor gallery and culminated in a playfully classic swim and resort wear runway show that [...]

“Where are my keys? Where is my phone? I can’t find anything in this purse!” How many times have you been in this situation? Well its Joey Junior Purse Mates to the rescue! Joey Junior Purse Mates are the ultimate purse organizers that easily manage purses, handbags, and totes in seconds by keeping everything in [...]

Stolichnaya elit will host an auction on August 9th at the Chateau Marmont with 100% of the proceeds going to DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS.  Items to be auctioned off include exciting travel excursions and one of a kind diamond jewelry made by renowned designer Penny Preville.

While a select group of guests will [...]

They know what girls like.? And they deliver big time.?
If you don?t like to sample fine wines and designer fashions, go on to the next story.
Now that we?re all here, we can groove into a truly unique Girls Night Out.? It?s the work of Fashion Co-Op, where discriminating shoppers can meet and buy directly [...]

You are invited to come out and "Use it to Lose it," as Curr, the #1 selling dietary supplement will host the "Style LA: Swim & Resort Runway Fashion Show” at the Viceroy Hotel on July 30th.

Hosted by Shiva Rose, wife of actor Dylan McDermott, the 2007 fashion show will include fashions by Gottex, Gideon [...]

Summer vacation may have just started, but Citadel Outlets are already looking towards the fall.? Holding their first ever “Strike a Pose Model Search”, Citadel Outlets are looking for boys and girls ages 5 to 20 years old to take part in their Back-to-School Advertising Campaign. Aspiring models can audition for their big break between [...]

Walking into Pierce Mattie’s Los Angeles office/celebrity showroom is tantamount to Carrie Bradshaw walking into a closet full of Chanel – "It’s fabulous!"
 
But enough of Sex and the City…just who is Pierce Mattie?
In a matter of seven years, this New York-based public relations firm boasts bicoastal offices, countless awards and an agency growth of 120 [...]

Did your ever wish there was an easier way to find the things in your purse when you are in a dark place?  Designer Sade Popoola of Quute Ltd. has come up with the answer to this everyday problem.  Her stylish and functional Damask handbags have a light inside them that turns on whenever the [...]

The Wild West has always represented freedom and reinvention, beginning with our ancestors and persisting to this modern day. This pioneering spirit lives on, though with a contemporary twist, in ventures such as Modern Cowgirl. Founded by former Miss Rodeo New Mexico and current competitive reigner Shana Gibson, Modern Cowgirl’s line includes stylish T-shirts and [...]

This year’s MTV gifting suite was hosted by the always impressive GBK Productions. While no stranger to the gifting suite process, Gavin Keilly and GBK productions continued to amaze and inspire all who attended, not only because of the beautiful items they chose, but also because of the generosity shown by donating 20% of the proceeds [...]

Inform. Think. Inspire. Feel. Challenge. Innovate. Declare. Truth.
Social Atelier launched their globally conscious organic clothing line on Thursday, June 14th at the Tandus Design Center in Culver City. Designers Andrei Nejjar and Yael Afriat have created a debut collection of t-shirts that feature socially focused slogans such as ‘Stop Genocide’, ‘39 18 33′, ‘Thailand Pakistan [...]

Before heading out to the fashion show on Monday evening, I ventured to envision the type of clothing that would emerge from the creative group mind of pro-skateboarders turned Rock and Roll band turned clothing designers. I anticipated seeing coordinated flannels and oversized jeans at the Elmer Ave fashion party. I could not have been [...]

There’s a new name in Los Angeles fashion and it is Meghan T. Kendall’s, Pretty Thing Boutique in Beverly Hills.  This store has a warm and inviting atmosphere with a large storefront window, light pink walls, and white accents.  Opening a fashion boutique was never on the agenda for Meghan T. Kendall, the store’s owner, [...]

One of LA’s best kept secrets is Maggie Wachsberger’s chic clothing store, Malgosia. This store truly combines eclectic and classic styles in one setting. To kick off the summer, Malgosia held the Sonia De Mello Summer Collection and 2008 Sneak Preview on the night of May 23rd. The store was filled with a vibrant surge of energy. Cocktails and [...]

What’s the the hottest new fashion-forward trend? Biore Style Swap Events! These events let you trade in your gently worn jeans, bags, boots, tops, skirts, and much more with other stylish women. Maybe you have a Hermes Scarf you don’t wear anymore and someone else has a pair of Seven Jeans they are tired of, [...]

The Undie Awards is an annual awards program whose mission is to seek out and award excellence in underwear design; giving every woman of every shape and size real information to help in selecting the right fit and style of underwear. This year thousands of women nationwide casted their votes for their favorite bras, panties [...]

Brazilian fashion has claimed its place in the top rankings of the fashion world in the last ten years. The main fashion centers of the world, Paris, London, Milan and New York,are looking to Brazil for the latest trends in fashion and style. The Brazilian lifestyle lends itself to natural beauty rich in color and [...]

As summer draws near so do the hottest and latest summer fashions.? If you want to dress like an American Idol or catch the waves in a Vitamin A swimsuit just like Jessica Alba, all you have to do is take a look at Starstyle.com.?
Starstyle.com is the premier destination website that allows viewers to [...]

At 8:30 the guests begin to arrive, walking down the red carpet Cartier selected to welcome its guests, moving amid the photographers? flashes that are the ritual at every glamorous event: it is an exceptional showcase for Rome?s bella vita, from the stars of the city?s nightlife to protagonists of its entertainment, art and culture [...]

Well over a dozen of Hollywood’s latest and greatest upcoming television and movie stars gathered at the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre International in Hollywood last Saturday for an event geared towards a good cause and nothing short of magnificent in glamour and entertainment. Spearheaded and hosted by highly acclaimed model, film and television [...]

Spring cleaning can be a major bummer, but the bright side about making all that room is filling it back up again with all the latest spring fashions.  On April 14th, the Highlands Club in the Hollywood and Highland Shopping Center hosted the Fashion Day Soirée, giving fashion lovers the opportunity to shop through over [...]

Fashion and L.A.?They go hand in hand. So it only makes sense that one of the most exciting shopping events of the year is headed to the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium on April 26th.? For the hottest designers, hippest trends and unbelievable discounts, make your way to TopButton’s Designer Shopping Event.
As the premiere fashion website, [...]

Everyone wants to be unique, especially when it comes to fashion. Recognizing and fulfilling that need is amykathryn handbags.  With designer Amy Hall’s eco-conscious, animal-friendly and trendsetting handbags, she has created one of a kind accessories for the fashion forward.

Taking a cue from her mother and grandmother, who designed 5-star hotels and homes, Amy pursued [...]

Having excelled in art of skin design, tattoo trailblazer Inkslingers has moved over to the world of fashion design. Using their flair for creativity and originality, these tattoo artists are inking their talents on fabric instead of flesh, as Inkslingers USA offers personalized and traditional designs for the trendy fashion elite.
Already a success with his [...]

Look out ladies! This May 16 and 17th, the ultimate shopping event spectacular Shecky’s Girl’s Night Out once again comes to Los Angeles. Since 2001, city-savvy Sheckys.com has been hosting America’s hottest shopping party exclusively for women in cities across the country. Every spring, summer and fall this event attracts thousands of women, with last [...]

Hate having to manage bulky jackets or purses when traveling, but love the pocket space they afford? Well thanks to international entrepreneur Bernt Kuhlmann there is now a practical and stylish solution to this dilemma. Enter XUB’Z, functional neckwear fitted with pockets to accommodate travel necessities such as passports, credit cards, keys, cell phones and [...]

As the common complaint in physical appearance among women is their stomach, finding a pair of jeans to fit while complimenting the mid section can be pretty tricky.  Realizing that no one was making denims to flatter this area, Lisa Rudes-Sandel set out to change how jeans were made.  With Tummy Tuck jeans, Sandel created [...]

If you’re a person who loves fashion and has a soft spot for kittens, Los Angeles Kitten Fashion Week is the show for you!  Hosted at the fabulous Standard Hotel in the heart of Los Angeles, Kitten Fashion Week was a fresh new venue for emerging International designers. The event was created by designer and [...]

Red Carpets. Palm Trees. Sunny skies. These are the hallmarks of Los Angeles. But L.A. has another calling card: denim. If you didn’t know it before you do know, L.A. is the denim capitol of the world. One of the hottest lines out there, TAG Jeans, proved why all of young Hollywood is clamoring to [...]

Calling all young designers:  Gen Art’s 9th Annual International Styles Competition is now accepting submissions. Fashion darlings like Zac Posen and Rebecca Taylor launched their careers with the help of Gen Art, the leading national arts and entertainment organization, and you could be next.
Twenty-five budding young designers will be chosen to vie for more [...]

Health and beauty were definitely in style last week when organic foods producer thinkproducts joined forces with organic grocery giant Whole Foods Market and L.A. Models to host the thinkVitality Fashion Show, held at the Natural Products Expo in Anaheim last Saturday on March 10th.
1,500 guests crowded into the massive Marriot Hotel Tent for the [...]

Come celebrate the kick-off of L.A. Fashion Week with The New Garde: A Celebration of Innovative LA Fashion, sponsored by Kryolan Professional Makeup and Gen Art. The event will debut the Fall 2007 collections of three promising designers in fashion-forward presentations held at Ivar Studios. 
Rather than a runway show, Alms, Hazel Brown and Mintee [...]

This awards season, the stars (and their well-heeled feet) had it made. In honor of the 2007 Academy Awards, luxury shoe designer Stuart Weitzman previewed his line of shoes made exclusively for awards season the week before the Oscars. Held in a suite at the Sofitel Hotel, presenters, performers and nominees could choose from his [...]

Spring is just around the corner and its time to stock up on the latest fashions. At Fashion Day Soirée, you’ll find everything you need to look great, and with amazing discounts. Come out to Hollywood on April 14th to shop over 40 of the hottest collections in clothing, handbags, jewelry, accessories, and lifestyle products, [...]

A relative newcomer to the high-glamour scene, O.J.N Unique Style’s line of custom-designed jewelry has already captured the attention of Hollywood’s tastemakers, including Deidre Hall (Days of Our Lives), Faune Chambers (White Chicks), Melina Kanakaredes (CSI:NY), Camryn Manheim (The Practice), Louis Lombardi (24 and The Sopranos), James Pickins Jr. (Grey’s Anatomy), and Mario Lopez (Dancing [...]

Kipling is keeping fashion fresh this season with fabulous new collections featuring bright colors, nautical-inspired prints and the brand’s first leather offerings. Key seasonal colors such as Rose Hip, Sun Glow, and Blue Lagoon complement the fashion prints and patterns.  From stylish prints to leather bags, the Kipling Spring/Summer 2007 collection has the perfect bag [...]

Hot Hollywood Moms are proud of their ?Little Showoffs?? T-shirts that is.? Everyone knows that the latest fashion accessory in Hollywood has nothing to do with LV, CL,YSL, RL – or any other designer for that matter. So what is it? A BABY, of course! New moms are sprouting up in Tinsel Town like Starbucks [...]

Say it with a shirt – a Local Celebrity T-shirt, that is. This line of hip and witty shirts can be seen on celebrities such as Hayden Panettiere, Tori Spelling, Dane Cook, Sean Paul, and Shane West, and it’s been featured in elite magazines such as Nylon, Cosmpolitan, and FHM. Starting in February, Local Celebrity [...]

Having spent time in and out of the Hollywood limelight, Emmy Nominated Soap Star, Amy Gibson is now taking her own real life “drama” and creating a huge “splash” that thousands of women worldwide are turning to in their most desperate hours of need. Secretly bald for over 20 years, all the while acting in [...]

Underwear has come out of the closet, so to speak, thanks to celebrities and models who are proud to show off their lacy underthings and the red-hot assets contained (barely, sometimes) within. Still, this doesn’t make it any easier for some of us to put aside our shyness and buy these undergarments, especially for other [...]

For all the fabulous shopping this Tuesday there was a conspicuous lack of dropping thanks to plentiful beverages on hand and a great display of elaborate desserts at the Luxe Hotel in Bel Air.  These people know what they’re doing – a plate piled high with creamy and chocolaty treats was just the fuel I [...]

Celebrity-favorite jewelry and clothing line Royal Order has just opened a new store in the heart of Beverly Hills, and is throwing a huge fete to celebrate.
Royal Order’s multi-talented designer/owner Cheryl Rixon Davis, along with event planner and marketing/promotions mastermind Jenn Laskey of RedLight Special Events & Promotions, will open the brand spanking [...]

Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, and you know what that means: time to get ready for the big date! Don’t have a thing to wear? Don’t have a lot of money to spend? Your prayers have been answered. Next Tuesday at the fabulous Luxe Hotel on Sunset Blvd, from 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm is [...]

Would you like to dream, hope, laugh often and love more?
Of course you would.  And with inspiring thoughts like these, who could resist wearing those words up front by slipping into the new hip t-shirts from KarmaThreads, a positive messaging apparel company with a mission to give back across the globe.
Fusing vintage flair with [...]

The little black dress, the crisp white shirt, a classic strand of pearls – to this list of modern fashion basics, you can add the jean jacket. When clothing items become this ubiquitous, it gets harder and harder to distinguish them. Joluka, however, doesn’t think your denim coat needs to be boring, especially when it’s [...]

Footwear generally falls into one of two categories- stylish and painful or comfortable and ugly.  There are but a few exceptions and Tsubo rates high among them. Their trendy styles come in hip colors and have oval bubble lined soles that align with various pressure points along the foot for your ergonomic delight. These bubbles [...]

The sharp winds and cold temperatures didn’t hinder Hollywood’s cliques from coming out to mingle, especially at Mood, where Ms. Janice Dickinson was holding the release party for the premiere of her show’s second season. The Janice Dickinson Modeling Agency, a promising new reality show on the Oxygen channel, has allowed Ms. Dickinson to reach [...]

Originally made famous for their plush cozy robes which landed on Oprah?s 2005 list of favorite things, Kashw?re now offers home furnishings and accessories that are both upscale and practical. Kashw?re?s patented Chenilla fabric is as sumptuous and soft as cashmere but much more durable and easier to maintain. It truly is the ultimate luxury [...]

As children many of us have dreams and passions that fuel our imaginations, be it art, or dolls, or coins, or a variety of popular youth fixations. But very few hold onto those early passions into adulthood. Even fewer turn them into a career and successful business known around the globe.
Meet Penny Preville, whose [...]

Melody Kulp has the Midas touch when it comes to creating fun, flirty styles and trends. Sweetees, her collection of sassy, sexy t-shirts, dresses, tops, and skirts, would win her enough bragging rights for any young entrepreneur, especially when they’re worn by celebrities such as Beyonce, Kate Hudson, Maggie Gyllenhaal, and Drew Barrymore, to name [...]

Much more than a fad, Pashminas have become a mainstay of every fashionable woman’s wardrobe, and since 2003, The Pashmina Store has been the go-to source for the best-quality pashmina and pashmina-blend scarves, wraps, shawls, and blankets. In addition to providing the finest examples of pashminas available, The Pashmina Store also comes through with fair [...]

In Style Magazine will help celebrities and VIPs get “Red Carpet ready” for the 64th Annual Golden Globes Awards with their picks of the latest in Hollywood beauty treatments, fine jewelry, accessories and fashion. In Style’s Golden Globes Suite will be open from January 12th – 14th in Los Angeles and will offer celebrities and [...]

Skateboarders enjoy a perpetually laid-back reputation, but there’s more to this youthful subculture than high-tops and hoodies. Skate culture has spread far and wide – see Tony Hawk’s videogame empire for proof. Angel Cabada, the founder and owner of Costa Mesa-based KR3W Apparel, is another skaterboarder-turned-businessman who has his eyes set on both the bottom [...]

In this hectic day and age (especially during the holidays), we need every advantage possible to keep us on track and organized, which is exactly what Day Timers has provided for 60 years. Satisfied customers have long been familiar with the company’s planners and paper goods, but Day Timers also features a range of other [...]

Nathalie Dubois will be putting together yet another glamorous gift lounge in honor of the 2007 Golden Globe Awards. Held at the luxurious Beverly Hilton the weekend of the show, the World Style Lounge will give nominees, presenters and attendees an “Around the World” experience unlike any other.
From January 12th to the 14th, guests are [...]

Deep in the heart of Topanga Canyon, up the winding, forested hills, hides a secret sanctuary for hair artists. Well, a secret for now. Only open since earlier this year, the Institute of Courage has already attracted stylists from across the U.S. to come learn and grow as artists while also developing their sense of [...]

Chip and Pepper Jeans are some of the hottest demin out there. This is a rare opportunity! And what a great time of year to take advantage of this.
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Denim jeans are as Americana as apple pie, thanks to Levi Strauss, but the jeans you currently see on women are a far cry from those clunky workman’s trousers dreamed up by their original designer. The modern woman demands a certain sense of style, specifically one that flatters their shape. They have a sea of [...]

High-profile, well-dressed guests filed past framed photos of classic Hollywood heavyweights into the private, members-only Friars Club in Beverly Hills for the Zedcards.com launch party on Friday, November 10.
The event had a dual purpose: launch Zedcards.com, the actor/model/photographer-focused social networking website that?s the brainchild of Friar?s Club owner Darren Schaeffer; and support Invisible Children Charity, [...]

The celebrations started early for the presenters and performers of the 2006 American Music Awards. Thanks to the creative minds of Distinctive Assets, an LA-based entertainment marketing company, stars enjoyed some pre-show revelry with the exclusive AMA Talent Gift Basket and Gift Lounge. The ceremony was held on November 21, airing live on ABC from [...]

If you are a designer jeans junkie, you know the tell-tale signs. You already have at least 4 pairs. You check out the jeans? back pocket on other girls? to see what the label is (c?mon, you know you?ve done it!). And of course, you are always on the look out for the next great [...]

W Hotel Shop Package
Wrap up the year in W style. W Hotels knows how hard it can be to find the perfect gifts for the fashionista in your life, so they’re offering the ultimate shopping experience. Shop ’til you drop this holiday season with the Shop package with more than $150 worth of shopping delights. [...]

On December 2 and December 9. Saturday, December 2: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Columbian born and internationally known jewelry designer Claudia Agudelo will showcase her EXEX Exess of Expression line. Her exquisite pieces are comprised of sterling silver and semi-precious stones, which are inspired from her heart and soul. She caters to the stylish [...]

Penelope Manasco faced the same problem as millions of women in today’s mobile workforce: She couldn’t find a stylish, practical bag that could hold all her belongings yet not weigh her down or make her look dowdy. This physician, pharmaceutical executive, and genetic scientist had had enough, and she did what many of us have [...]

Mom has always been there for you when you needed her. Show your favorite support-system how much she means to you with great gifts to pamper and indulge.
Pashmina
No fashion-forward woman’s wardrobe would be complete without owning a Pashmina luxurious shawl, wrap, or scarf. Such as a designer handbag or sunglasses, it is the perfect fashion [...]

Classy women deserve classy gifts. Whether a businesswoman on the go or a socialite about town, we have found the perfect gifts to please the most sophisticated palates.
Flagship Pillow
Going to bed with the finest of Hungarian goose down is the closest you will ever get to having Mother Goose read you a bedtime story. But, the [...]

It is said that the eyes are the window to the soul, but any self-respecting beauty expert will tell you that the eyebrows truly open up the face. Thanks to the influence of fashion magazines and glamorous celebrities, eyebrows are enjoying their time in the spotlight. But you don’t need to book an appointment at [...]

In a new twist on the classic bandana. Kena Kai has created not only fun & stylish bandanas, but functional ones as well. In a category that has seen virtually no innovation since its birth, they have launched bandanas in two grades of ?Microfiber? in five different designs. Microfiber is a technical fabric that is [...]

You may not know the Surly Girl line by name, but you certainly know it by sight. These playful but sophisticated clutches and bags have been mainstays of the red carpet and on TV series such as "Desperate Housewives" and "Arrested Development". Eva Longoria, Paris Hilton, Nicole Richie, Nicolette Sheridan, Britney Spears, Rachel Hunter, Christina Milian, [...]

When future fashion historians look back to the first decade of the 21st century, they may note that stylish men and women of the time were lucky enough to find themselves in the golden age of denim. Designer jeans, of course, go back to the 1970s at the least, but in the last few years, [...]

It was a pink carpet, that lead to pink ribbons that lead to ?Shopping for a Cure?- In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Popsy Botique colored itself pink for their launch party, and donated 10% of all proceeds to the Susan G. Koman Breast Cancer Foundation.
The party was animated with DJ rhythms, and [...]

Attracting the attention of celebrities and rock stars isn?t easy to do in their seen it all/done it all worlds. Yet there?s something about Geoff Thomas? jewelry designs that has the likes of Dave Navarro, Mischa Barton and Marie Antoinette?s Asia Argento united in striking poses whilst wearing his unique jewlery designs.
Striking and original, Thomas? [...]

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Long ignored, nails and nail decorations have emerged as another way to tell the world that you care and take pride in the way you present yourself. Nail salons are essential stops on the beauty trail, as you let the specialists pamper and take care of you. But how do you know that your nail [...]

Host Traci Bingham showed her love of Forplay to CEO Houman Salem by giving him a big squeeze. Page Kennedy of ‘Weeds’, ‘S.W.A.T’., and ‘Desperate Housewives’ was spotted trying to catch a glimpse of the show over the crowd, as well as Emmanuelle Vaugier of ‘Saw 2′ and ‘One Tree Hill’, who was having a [...]

Your tots will be the coolest kids on the playground once they get their tiny hands on threads from Little Ruler. That’s because Little Ruler, a two-year-old clothing company, is bringing the “skater chic” trend to kids clothes.? Shy of getting a nose ring or trendy fauxhawk, Little Ruler will take your tot from plain [...]

The phrase “Made in Italy” remains one of the best-known trademarks of quality and style in the world today, even as outsourcing sends more and more work overseas. Discerning shoppers especially love to see those three little words on leather goods, and Unique Handbags 4 Less brings a whole range of these products to consumers. [...]

Yet another piece of Hollywood was lit up in beauty and glamour in Kami Shade’s “LA Fashion Week INVADES Hollywood” fashion show, held last Friday, Oct. 20 at the Loggio Rooftop restaurant.Amidst elegant dining and a view overlooking the Hollywood Walk of Fame, more than 50 of the latest designs and styles by some of [...]

How do you wrap up the madness that is Fashion Week in a fun way with “L.A” written all over it? With a Zoolander-esque fashion walk off, silly!

Tongues were wagging and feet were tapping at the first annual Fashion Walk Off by cutting edge fashion magazine TDink.com. The night was hosted at Submerged Art Gallery [...]

Fashionistas rejoiced in late September when the Fashion Day Soiree charity shopping event opened its doors at The Highlands Club. A fashion show, giveaways and incredible discounts on the season’s must-have clothing and accessories awaited eager shoppers of all ages.
Early bird shoppers got up early doors opened at 9:30am to stock up on the best [...]

When it comes to LA Fashion week, the name Smashbox Studios often comes to mind, the hotspot of many of the week’s fashion shows. But there are several events that take place away from the famous studio that are extremely popular. One of those events was the Who?s NEXT, What?s NEXT Fashion Show on October [...]

From behind the concrete walls that separated the chic scene from the generic parking lot, pounding music suggested a party was in the works. It was still early and people were arriving few and far between. The free drinks from 9-10:00 were not enough to lure this affluent crowd to join the music so early. [...]

Chilling rain and thunderstorms could not keep LA?s fashionable set away from the 9th Annual Fresh Faces of Fashion Show.Hosted by Gen Art, and sponsored by the hot new Blackberry Pearl, the event took place at the large and in charge Barkar Hangar at the Santa Monica airport. The night was emceed by the lovely [...]

Billion Dollar Babes, the gold standard when it comes to premium sample sales, made its return to Los Angeles with style for a two-day weekend fashion blowout in late Septmeber. Young starlets flocked to the Sony Pictures Studios atrium where they could scoop up the latest designer clothing and accessories at outrageously discount prices.
The shopping [...]

Hollywood’s newest shopping experience “Hollywood Shop Til’ You Drop”, presented by the fabulous Kami Shade, is a celebrity and media magnet. On Saturday, September 23rd,the fabulous came to the Hollywood and Highland Entertainment Complex, to indulge in a day of complimentary manicures, massages and MAC makeovers, shop the latest trends in men’s and women’s clothing, [...]

If there?s anything Hollywood socialites have in common, it?s being beautiful and fabulous. In a city known as the ?Land of the Beautiful?, The Glitz Girls fit right in. Kristin Deasy and Natalie Elkinawy are the beautiful faces of Glitz. These makeup artists turned entrepreneurs opened their Beverly Hills shop in August 2005 and have [...]

From the fitness capital of the world, Brazil, home to sexy beaches, beautiful bodies, and endless entertainment, now to arrive are the new Brazilian bikini?s designed by Carolina Camara. The Carolina Brasil Bikini line offers a 1960 glamorous appeal that combines the look of a colorful candy store, fresh picked flowers, and bright colors destined [...]