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VEUVE CLICQUOT POLO CLASSIC October 15, 2016

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aturday, October 15th, the 7th Annual Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic in Los Angeles began on a beautiful sunny morning with singer Brian Crum singing the National Anthem and Jamie Chung throwing out the ceremonial ball toss in a cute hat and chic fall ensemble by Suno. Taking place at the beautiful Will Rogers State Historic Park, over 6,000 guests enjoyed watching the much-anticipated polo game, while drinking champagne.

As always, the event turned out an amazing day of fashion and style. Zoey Deutch took the theme to heart in a chic floor-length Dior dress with galloping horses in the detailing, while Michelle Monaghan attended in a Pretty Woman-esque Chanel polka dot dress. During the unforgettable afternoon, Rachel Zoe taught her youngest how to stomp divots, while Mandy Moore chatted with Isla Fisher and hung out with her This is Us costars. Kristin Bell was excited to catch up with her friend, Matt Bomer, while Vanessa Hudgens enjoyed a Veuve Clicquot Rich cocktail as she cheered on the match, which took place against the beautiful backdrop of the California hillside landscape.

Spectators watched world-renowned polo player, Nacho Figueras, of team Black Watch take on team Veuve Clicquot for an exciting and action packed match. Nacho’s wife, Delfina Blaquier, played alongside Nacho on team Black Watch and was awarded MVP of the game, leading her team to a 10-8 victory. Following the game, the crowd finished off the afternoon by snapping photos in the 3-D photo booth and dancing to music from renowned DJs, Nikki Pennie and Brendan Fallis.

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Beauty Editor Jennifer Conroy Stocking stuffers are sometimes better gifts than what is hiding under the tree. Here are a few items sure to bring a smile. It is always a good thing to start out the New Year feeling beautiful with holiday items you've always wanted.

Lisa Hoffman Fragrance Introducing the modern way to wear your fragrance with Lisa Hoffman: a bracelet with perfume. How clever! The brand features a gorgeous Fragrance Jewelry line for a chic, luxurious look. Crafted using precious metals and stones, the Lisa Hoffman’s jewelry styles are a luxe evolution of the line and are even more versatile than ever. The line also features a customizable option, so you can create your own design to perfectly compliment your style. Choose from an assortment of beads, metals and charm styles that hold fragrances that suit you.

Price: $95 Where to buy: www.lisahoffman.com

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Elegant Touches for Gorgeous Holiday Tablescapes Unique Place Settings. I love adding special touches to my holiday table; it makes guests feel welcomed and draws their attention to the beauty of the table.

One easy way to do this is to wrap a small gift for each guest and place it on their plate. Use glittering boxes or bows in silver and gold so that the present matches the rest of the décor. Another way is to use tiny crystal frames with your guests’ names in them instead of place cards—it brings sparkle to the table and makes your friends feel spoiled!

Mix & Match. One of my favorite ways to give the table a feeling of depth and interest is to mix and match my plates. I love the combination of gold, silver and glass. The silver and glass frosts the table and makes it feel special and elegant, while the gold adds warmth and a touch of color. You don’t have to have matching dinner and salad plates; mixing and matching, as long as they’re complementary, is a fun way to make your table unusual and beautiful.

Embellished Runners. If you have a beautiful dining table, try using a runner instead of a tablecloth. There are some stunning embellished ones available with crystals or beads, and they’re the perfect backdrop for your candles and flowers!

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Glittering Fabric. I always head to the fabric store before the holiday season and pick up a few yards of glittering silver, gold and bejeweled fabrics. It’s usually relatively inexpensive to buy half a yard of each fabric and it let’s you add a lot of variety to your table. Don’t worry about frayed edges; just tuck them under when you arrange the fabric around your center vase to give a very special, polished feel to your floral centerpiece.

Ornament Accents. Don’t limit ornaments to the tree! I love to use them on my tablescapes too—either place them around your vases, lean them against a glass, or use them as décor atop your napkins. Another fun way to make your table festive is to hang silver or gold ornaments from your light or chandelier. Use very thin, clear fishing wire and hang them at varying lengths over the table. It’s an easy way to create stunning visuals!

The Perfect Guest: Hostess Gifts Invited to a million cocktail parties and festive feasts this season? Don’t show up empty handed, but make sure your gift isn’t accidentally an unwelcome inconvenience. No matter how appreciative, no host wants to stop in the middle of meal prep to find a vase for flowers!

Here are some of my favorite ways to show the host how much you care, without accidentally making more work for them!

Fabulous Arranged Flowers. Bringing florals that require no work on the host’s part is always welcome.

I love to add flower oasis to a vase and place it into a beautiful basket, and then arrange flowers in the oasis.

Even if you buy an arrangement and simply place it in a basket, the basket makes it easy to transport for both you and the host, and it’s an unusual twist on a classic gift. Opt for colors that are neutral and can match any décor: gold and silver with white roses is always a safe option. Accent the flowers with sweet festive bows and holiday ornaments for a special touch!

Tiny Frames. This is one of my favorite hostess gifts as, surprisingly, not many people have them. Find a set of adorable tiny or crystal frames that the host can use for place settings. If you know who’s coming to dinner, you could even write the guest’s names in for them, so they can be used immediately.

Elegant Bites. This only works if you choose something that won’t conflict with what the host is making or if you’ve checked in with the host prior.

However, if you pick something simple and sweet (like my favorite Chocolate Dipped Oranges) you can’t go wrong. Complementary snacks like spiced nuts in a gorgeous container, an elegant box of chocolates, or even a fabulous cheese board, can be extremely appreciated by a flustered, overworked host!

Unique Candles. These are perfect gifts that require no work. I like to find oversized candles with dried fruit and flowers pressed into them. They make for amazing centerpieces and are always unique. Have it wrapped in clear plastic with a beautiful bow and your host will love you!

Booze. Let’s be honest, everyone appreciates extra alcohol at a party! Keep it simple, but make it classy: find a beautiful velvet bag for your champagne, tie some mulling spices to the neck of your wine, or even bring some crystal tumblers with your scotch.

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Tis the Season… for Elegant Nibbles & Decadent Delights!

Quick, easy and elegant passed Hors d’Oeuvres for all your cocktail parties this holiday season!

I love these little nibbles for any soirée, especially New Year’s Eve! They are easy to pick up, light and always crowd pleasers. As they’re not traditional holiday fare (so they can take you through the entire holiday season!), I like to serve them on festively-decorated trays—try adding ornaments or glitter-edged roses to your serving pieces!

Ahi Tuna Tartare in Mini Filo Baskets Tuna tartare is such an elegant appetizer to serve at holiday parties; it’s quick and easy to make, not too heavy, and tastes delicious with champagne. Make sure to get very good quality sashimi grade tuna.

Ingredients (makes 6 baskets) Mini filo shells (thawed) ½ lb raw sashimi grade Ahi tuna, cut into small cubes 3 green onions, chopped finely 1 tsp sesame seeds 2 tsp sesame oil 1 - 2 tsp Sriracha, depending on taste 1 tsp soy sauce Thinly sliced green onions, black pepper, chili flakes and lemon wedges to garnish Preparation 1. In a large bowl, combine the Ahi tuna, chopped green onions, sesame seeds, sesame oil, Sriracha and soy sauce.

Taste and add more soy sauce or Sriracha as necessary.

2. Place the thawed Filo shells onto a gorgeous tray.

3. Gently fill each shell with tuna tartare.

4. Garnish with sliced green onions, chili flakes and black pepper.

5. Serve with a lemon wedge on the side!

Fresh Crab, Crème Fraîche & Scallion Toasts There’s nothing better than sweet fresh crab with bright, savory Crème Fraîche and vibrant green onions … serve it on some tiny crunchy toasts and you’ll be snacking on these all night. Make the crab mixture and keep it in the fridge—then you can quickly make more throughout the night as they disappear!

Ingredients (makes 12-15 toasts) 6 oz of fresh lump or snow crab 2 tbsp Crème Fraîche ¼ lemon 1 tsp chili flakes 2-3 green onions or scallions, thinly sliced Black pepper and salt to taste Petits Toasts Preparation 1.

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In a large bowl, squeeze the lemon and combine with the crab, Crème Fraîche, chili flakes, salt and pepper.

Mix with a fork until the crab is broken up.

Add more Crème Fraîche if you’d like it a little creamier—personally I find it looks and handles better with less!

Taste and add more salt and pepper if necessary.

Spoon the mixture onto the toasts and serve on a gorgeous tray.

Garnish with black pepper and more green onion.

White Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna on Cucumber These appetizers are so scrumptious that it’s hard for me not to serve them at every event I have. They are surprisingly quick to make, with rich flavor and a delightfully crunchy crust.

Perfect for those who want to avoid overly-filling carbs at every holiday gathering!

Ingredients (Makes 6 pieces) 1 sashimi grade Ahi tuna steak (about 4 oz), washed and dried 2 tbsp white sesame seeds 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 lemon wedge 1 tsp chili flakes Olive oil Black pepper Flake salt Fresh thyme leaves 1 Persian cucumber, sliced diagonally into 6 slices Preparation In a small bowl, squeeze the lemon wedge and combine with the chili flakes and soy sauce.

2. Marinate the tuna steak for a few minutes.

3. Place the sesame seeds on a plate. Remove the tuna from the marinade and dip into the sesame seeds until fully coated in seeds.

4. Heat the olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.

5. When hot, sear the tuna steak for about 2 minutes a side, until the sesame seeds are toasted and golden brown. The tuna should be rare in the middle, so don’t overcook!

Don’t forget to sear the ends slightly as well.

6. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

7. Cut the tuna diagonally, with the grain, into 6 small slices.

8. Season each slice with a touch of black pepper and some flake salt.

9. Place your cucumber slices on a small tray and top each one with a slice of tuna.

10. Garnish with a thyme leaf.

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With the holidays near, Tenaya offers an unforgettable, one-of-a-kind experience. Starting in late November, guests can twirl about on the Lodge’s private skating rink, accented with a roaring outdoor fire pit and plenty of fireside s’mores. Then dash through the snow on a horsedrawn sleigh ride. On November 25th and 26th, and on December 22nd, their Gingerbread House Workshop invites guests to try confection construction with a little friendly competition.

On November 26th, The Annual Tree Lighting sets the Lodge’s 35-foot tree aglow while the lobby is transformed into a stunning holiday haven, complete with music, special treats and a visit from Santa. Little ones will love the Ornament, Stocking and Cookie Decorating Workshops, and the wildly popular Kids Dinner with Santa on December 22nd and 23rd. On New Year’s Eve, wave goo goodbye to 2016 in elegant High Sierra style at the annual celebration, featuring a gourmet meal, live music and dancing and even separate parties for younger revelers.

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Not wanting to detract from the amazing views, LKID balanced a neutral color palette with the layering of different textures.

A room-sized Stone Harbour Rug from Niba Rugs and a custom Clip sectional by Thayer Coggin help to balance the grand scale of the living room while providing comfortable seating for the entire family. High Desert grass cloth by Hartmann & Forbes was added to the walls of the window alcove to provide a natural backdrop for the stunning vista. Swivel hair-on-hide lounge chairs by Kyle Bunting, a Powell & Bonnell Tuffet Ottoman and Fuse Lighting Sofia swing arm sconces allow for practical use of the space.