The Art of Elysium and Samsung Galaxy Present an Introduction to HEAVEN 2016

At the top of these private apartments in a historical building in Koreatown, we sat down to share dinner with an intimate crew in a small room, after cocktail (or water) hour in another quaint room nearby. The sunset glow peeping in from the old windows high above the city made me feel like I was in Paris for a few moments with the candles … Continue reading The Art of Elysium and Samsung Galaxy Present an Introduction to HEAVEN 2016

Phoenix House Honors Matthew Perry and Antonio Villaraigosa

An intimate gathering joined together in support of the Phoenix House in the lavish ballroom at the Beverly Hills Montage Hotel. As guests were seated, Violin prodigy Lee England, Jr. jammed in the middle of the tables “We Could Be Heroes.” His moving rendition of David Bowie’s “Hero” was a beautiful way to start the gala. For 35 years the Phoenix House (across ten states) has helped those … Continue reading Phoenix House Honors Matthew Perry and Antonio Villaraigosa

Children Mending Hearts in Malibu

Shuttles whisked us to a grand Malibu home hanging on the rugged coastline for the 7th Annual Children Mending Hearts “Empathy Rocks” Fundraiser Sunday, June 14. As we approached the orange carpet on this unusual steamy day, the media was in full force snapping young starlets’ photos. The long driveway led to silent auction items, gorgeous products being displayed that could be purchased, and an area for kids … Continue reading Children Mending Hearts in Malibu

Bootsy Bellows gets a glam makeover

Bootsy Bellows in Hollywood (next to Blind Dragon and across from Boa) unveiled a serious glitzy new makeover this past Tuesday night filled with beautiful servers waving pink feathers, impromptu marionette performances, and beautiful people everywhere matching the saucy, sexy decor. It’s like the h. wood Group wanted to create the Garden of Diamond Eden but instead mesh that theme with two lounges taking you back … Continue reading Bootsy Bellows gets a glam makeover

ImagineLA Helps End Homelessness at House of Blues

The House of Blues was abuzz with live music, trendsetters, and do-gooders as the space was taken over for The IMAGINE BALL to benefit Imagine LA Thursday, June 4. Hundreds of guests spent a $100 or more to help homeless Angelenos. Guests were recruited to become a mobile volunteer to end family homelessness and chronic poverty in Los Angeles. Imagine LA’s innovative Family Mentorship Program matches each family … Continue reading ImagineLA Helps End Homelessness at House of Blues

Dessy Di Lauro’s Snazzy Jazzy Show

I felt like I stepped into an episode of Boardwalk Empire this past Sunday, as The Mint showcased a compelling hour of soulful jazzy neo-ragtime luster from vocalist and songwriter Dessy Di Lauro and her talented musical group The Hep Kats. A mix of RnB, hip-hop, soul, and ragtime will have you on your feet in no time moving to the modern beats. Creating a sound … Continue reading Dessy Di Lauro’s Snazzy Jazzy Show

Nochella or Glamchella? Desert party scene flourishes

There are so many people attending Coachella now for just the fashion and music parties that it has been deemed #Nochella and #Glamchella. Although music brings the people together, apparently killer brand sponsored pool parties all over the Palm Springs/Indio area also bring everyone together. It feels like all of LA wants to shake their tail feathers in the desert, as a majority of the … Continue reading Nochella or Glamchella? Desert party scene flourishes

Marina and the Diamonds perform at Sonos after Coachella

Sonos Studio and Pandora gave us an intimate evening with Marina and the Diamonds (diamonds referring to not her band but the audience) after discovering and listening to this indie pop band rock out at Coachella much farther away. Donned in a sparkly pink pant suit, with colorful high heels, the crowd went wild when lead singer Marina Lambrini Diamandis walked on stage at Sonos to … Continue reading Marina and the Diamonds perform at Sonos after Coachella

New Horizons Gala 2015

Out in Burbank, California above Griffith Park the Calamigos Ranch at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center was buzzing this past Saturday night for the New Horizons “Havana Nights” Gala Fundraiser. Guests mingled in the garden courtyard over cocktails and silent auction items while posing for photos with their favorite actors. Charming and dashing Brant Daugherty, of ABC’s hit show, Pretty Little Liars, hosted the gala, while gorgeous Torrey DeVitto, also from Pretty … Continue reading New Horizons Gala 2015

Kiehl’s supports Recycle Across America

As Earth Day draws upon us, Kiehl’s on Montana in Santa Monica turned into a private event to unveil the environmental partnership with actors Elizabeth Olsen and Maggie Q. To help save the world, their new Limited Edition Label Art Collection of Kiehl’s Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado, will benefit Recycle Across America. A hundred percent of the net profits, up to $50,000 will be used to create 65,000 recycling labels … Continue reading Kiehl’s supports Recycle Across America