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On our cover: Jessica Alba in Lanvin photographed for Genlux by BrakhaX2. Styled by Daniel Caudill.
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HOME BODY We catch model Julia Lescova in the latest swimwear. JASON LEWIS KEEPS IT COOL. The Sex and the City star is really just an average guy. LIFE AQUATIC. Photographer Andrew Matusik finds fashion in the deep.
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IBIZA NIGHTS Genlux finds designers hitting the crayon box! SPLASH OF COLOR Black or white goes great with a splash of color. REFLECTION A road to nowhere, leads to some fashion introspection. GAM SLAM Hey, when you’ve got legs, you’ve got to flaunt ‘em! KID TESTED, ALBA APPROVED New mom Jessica Alba illustrates some of life’s lessons.
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Editor’s Picks: Samia’s selections. Fashion Editor’s Picks: From Amanda, with love. Editor at Large’s Picks: George’s pontifications. Apocalypstick by Almie Rose: Faced. JetSetters: Nicola Maramotti and Adrienne Maloof. Style ID: Kali Hawk. Beauty Editor’s Picks: Dawn’s fab finds. Expert Opinion: Dr. Nguyen the future of plastic surgery. File-o-Facts: Luxe summer hangouts & must-see resorts. Out-of-Towner: Melissa Odabash.
Chic Boutique: La Perla. Chic Boutique: Greta. Closet Desires: California Girl; Flower Diva; Time to Shine. Top to Toe: Summer Night.
Her Secret Service: Jessica Alba’s cover look. Beauty Buzz: Tips and trends from Susan Campos. Makeup Trend: Coral. Beauty News: Buzzworthy beauty tidbits. Hair Do’s: Sexy summer hair.
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Genlux Publisher and Editorial Director: Cecilia Moreno Editor in Chief: Samia Arslane
Creative Director / Photo Editor Stephen Kamifuji Fashion Editor: Amanda Eliasch Editor at Large: George Blodwell VP of Luxury Advertising: Andrea Aal Account Executive: Holly Landfield Account Executive: Rhonda Zahkor Director of Online Advertising: Terri Chiodo Financial Director: Marc Meshekow Director Human Resources: Yolanda Garcia Managing Editor: Shannon Lee Bowen Beauty Editor: Dawn Shand Johnson Charities Editor: Francesca Forrester Copy Editor: Larry Lederman Writer at Large: Almie Rose Genlux Website Editor: Hannah Ciallella Video Features Editor: Elizabeth Saab Contributing Editors: Susan Campos, Stephen Christopher, Dr. Ezra Kest, Dr. Davis Nguyen Assistant Art Director: Jordan Holcomb Contributing Photographers: Erik Ålmas, Moshe Brakha, Eddie Brakha, BrakhaX2, Robert Deutschman, Bonnie Holland, Andrew Matusik, Tracey Morris, Melissa Rodwell Paul Schefz, Ming Wu Distribution Manager: John Sugrue Interns: Loretta Cabinda, Bianca Poezyn, Baily Sullivan
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hat comes to mind when you think ‘summertime’? Sun? Flowers? Swimming? Vacation? All are right! It’s also time to let your body breathe and be free of lots of clothing. Yes, it’s swimwear season—the theme of this issue! It’s my favorite season, perhaps because I was born on the second day of summer, which means another birthday is approaching (gasp). It’s also around this time each year that I spend a month vacationing in Europe, where I am originally from. This year I’m traveling to Paris, then it’s off to London for a few days where I will reconnect with my lovely cousins who live there and never fail to show me a good time. After that, I’m going to visit my favorite one and only sister and nephew in Spain. And then I’ll end this amazing trip by going on a yacht along the coast of Napoli, stopping in Capri, Ischia, Positano, Amalfi and a perhaps revisit Pompeii. Italy, j’adore! But ask me what I want for my birthday and I’ll tell you. First on my list (of course there’s a list) is the new Vertu Ascent blasted-titanium with polished stainless steel and red leather phone. This is the Rolls Royce of phones. My second most coveted item is the lavender Dior Granville tote in Ostrich—so superb! It will go perfectly with the trend-defining nail color from CHANEL, Paradoxal, a dark gray-violet. It emerges as the new statement-maker of the season. (p. 24)
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Lately, fashion designers have gone from designing clothes to designing homes, restaurants and hotels. Ralph Lauren opened another restaurant in Paris—which I will visit. He said his goal was to create a unique environment that captures the glamour, culture, and artistic spirit of the Paris he had fallen in love with. And have you visited or seen pictures of the luxurious Armani hotel in Dubai? Absolutely incredible. But that’s not all: how about designing a safe? Yes, you read correctly. Fashion icon Karl Lagerfeld has designed the world’s most expensive home safe from Dottling: it’s called Narcissus. (p. 24) Now that’s pretty amazing! It’s just a matter of time before we see the new CHANEL Spa, or one day we might be flying on the very fashionable Hermès airline. Hmm…I actually wouldn’t mind that! This issue is another photographic success, with nine fashion spreads (other magazines have only one or two), and marks the first time someone is gracing our cover for the second time—the beautiful Jessica Alba. She’s so sweet and extremely down-to-earth— one of my favorite people in the entertainment business. We also love her publicist, Brad Cafarelli. A dream! Another class act is the handsome actor Jason Lewis (p. 34). His shoot, which included the gorgeous Ford model Laura Dunn, was a lot of fun. Now go, fashion divas! Rendez-vous à Capri!
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genlux gadabouts: 2010 Crystal + Lucy Awards hosted by maxmara and kodak. Photos: Stephane Feugere/maxMara
Courteney Cox Arquette, Jennifer Aniston
Debra Messing, Nicola Maramotti
Rachel Griffiths, Sally Field, Nicola Maramotti
It was a celebration of women as Women in Film presented the 2010 Crystal + Lucy Awards at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza. This year’s honors went to Donna Langley, Courteney Cox, Zoe Saldana, Lisa Cholodenko, and Cynthia Pucheck for their work and contributions to the industry. The event, sponsored by MaxMara and Kodak, was a gala fundraiser dinner for Women in Film—a nonprofit helping women in the entertainment and communication industries through networking, education programs, scholarships, funds, etc.
Brian Grazer, Laura Dern
Nicola Maramotti, Julie Benz
Jane Fleming
Eve Marie Saint, Vanessa Hudgens
Zoë Saldana
Maggie Grace, Nicola Maramotti
Tod’s Opens Beverly Hills Boutique Photos: Donato Sardello/wireimage Zoe Saldana
Kate Bosworth, Camilla Belle
Art and design and Hollywood merged in Beverly Hills as Diego Della Valle and Tod’s celebrated their new boutique opening in a celebration to welcome welcome MOCA’s new director, Jeffrey Deitch. Guests were welcomed to the new store which boasts a home-design concept unique to any Tod’s store. The evening featured the VIP showroom, which had been transformed into a 1940s supper club environment by Academy Award–winning production designer/art director, Dante Ferretti, and Academy Award–winning costume designer Milena Canonero. Canonero also designed a bag exclusive to the new boutique. A private dinner hosted by Della Valle followed at the Tower Bar.
Diego Della Valle, Jeffrey Deitch Kate Beckinsale
Kelly Lynch, Liz Goldwyn
Halle Berry, Diego Della Valle, Jessica Alba, Gwen Stefani, Gavin Rossdale
Pierce Brosnan and Keely Shaye Smith
cocktail EVENT TO HONOR CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL LA Photos: Keats Elliott PHOTOGRAPHY/KEATSELLIOTT.COM When Mara Granderson needed medical attention for her daughter, Pharoah, she turned to the team at Children’s Hospital LA. To thank the hospital for saving her daughter’s life, Granderson hosted an event at her home to honor CHLA President and CEO Richard Cordova, Dr. Gordon McComb, and the entire team. Guests, including Leah Remini, Keisha Whitaker, NFL player Lorenzo Neal and Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa gathered in celebration of Children’s Hospital and the doctors.
Dr. Gordon McComb, Pharoah Granderson
Sherly Daneshgar, Joyce Rey, Mr. and Mrs. Rahban
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Mara Granderson, Mayor Villaraigosa, Keisha Whitaker
Richard Cordova, Pharoah Granderson
Leah Remini Pagan and Fabiola Oshaneh, Olympia Angelo Pagan Garabet, Angelika Cerny
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genlux gadabouts: CHOPARD Celebrates 150th anniversary. Photos: Courtesy of Chopard
Caroline GruosiScheufele, Kate Beckinsale
Cannes sparkled even a bit more this May as Chopard, Cannes Film Festival official partner and designer of the Palm d’Or, celebrated its 150th anniversary at the Croisette nightclub. Guests, including Kate Beckinsale, Naomi Watts, Marion Cotillard, Naomi Campbell, Harvey Weinstein, and Princess Charlotte Casiraghi, spent the evening enjoying a concert by Lionel Richie and dancing to music from DJ Jesus Luz.
Jacky Ickx, Karin and Karl Scheufele
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Princess Charlotte Casiraghi
Harvey Weinstein Caroline Gruosi-Scheufele, Eva Herzigova
Billy Zane, Caroline Gruosi-Scheufele, Lionel Richie, David Furnish
Ferragamo South Coast Plaza hosts Creations Installation exhibit Photos: Robert A. Peterson
Rachelle Pryber, Marilyn Weber, Peter Christman, Kathryn Glassmyer
It was all a bit of history repeating as South Coast Plaza welcomed Ferragamo’s ‘Creations’ installation, a temporary exhibit/installation featuring remakes of Ferragamo’s classic handbags and shoes that are found in the Salvatore Ferragamo museum. With handmade and original details and limited availability, the lucky purchasers were able to take home a piece of fashion history. Among those on display were the F platforms, the Carmen mirrored platforms, the Rainbow wedge, and iconic Ferragamo handbag designs. The original Creations installation is found in the Florence boutique, and only a handful of boutiques and concessions around the world sell the items—adding to their allure. The South Coast Plaza opening event benefited Camino Health Center.
Vaughan Staros, PK Jenican
Gary and Loretta Graham, Mark Andrews
Marta Lind, Trixis Vu
Marti Longo
March to the top charity cocktail Photos: Chris Goodman
Baroness Monica von Neumann, Shelly Brown
Baroness Monica von Neumann opened her home to host a charity cocktail fundraiser for New Hope Clinic and Orphanage—part of March to the Top. Hosts Roy and Barbara March gathered friends and supporters of their organization, which raises money for underprivileged people in Africa, to the event and to hear the guest speaker, nutritionist Dr. Oz Garcia. March to the Top provides support in health care, education and conservation with the New Hope Clinic and Nicky Hilton, Margherita Missoni Orphanage supporting children with HIV/AIDS.
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Dasha Grupman, Dr. Oz Garcia, Barbara Baldieri March
Vicky Quondamatteo, Roy March
Peter Gordon, Barbara Baldieri March, June Haynes, Mila Joura
genlux gadabouts: GENLUX/BRITWEEk 2010 Designer of the year award and fashion show Photos: KJ Pictures and Arun Nevader
Taylor Armstrong
Cat Deeley
Bob Peirce and Sharon Harroun Peirce, Sophie Winkleman, Lord Frederick Windsor
Smashbox Studios in West Hollywood became little Britain this spring as Genlux teamed with Britweek 2010 to present the second annual Designer of the Year Award and fashion show. This year’s honoree, renowned designer Matthew Williamson, crossed the pond to showcase his signature colorful Spring/Summer collection to the eager crowd. E! News’ Catt Sadler and Ashlan Gorse emceed the night that included a musical performance by British soprano Summer Watson and the award presentation by Cat Deeley. Guests were also treated to a tribute show of the late designer Alexander McQueen’s looks. PreShow, 200 Proof bartenders served Zuleikha up Dolce Touch vodka Jennifer Missoni, drinks, Fotinos Brothers wine, Ventura Limoncello and Robinson Fiji Water. Sprinkles cupcakes and hors d’ouevres from Art Institute were on hand. The evening was to benefit Dress for Success.
Elisabeth Röhm, Dr. Frank Ryan, Cheryl Woodcock
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Ashlan Gorse, Catt Sadler George Blodwell, Jacqueline Bisset
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Bobby Colomby, Donna Abbot
Matthew Williamson, runway models
Neiman Marcus and Zeta Graff host Candace Bushnell book signing
Laura Dunn, Mr. John Martins
As Sex and the City 2 hits the big screen, Candace Bushnell, the creator of Carrie Bradshaw, released her newest book, The Carrie Diaries. Neiman Marcus in Beverly Hills welcomed Bushnell into the store for a book-signing. Bushnell devotees gathered at the party, hosted by Zeta Graff, to meet the author, snap up her latest novel, and imbibe champagne in…where else but the shoe department!
Zeta Graff, Alex Ginsberg, Lisa Vidal, Leslie Lobel
Wendy Kreuger, Arlene Winnick
Anna Charno, Candace Bushnell
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Lorrie Morgan-Ferrero, Ali Brown
Jilda Shirnoff
Cecilia Moreno, Candace Bushnell
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We go behind the scenes to reveal how our creative team achieved Jessica Alba’s cover look! FEW faces are as naturally beautiful and sexy as Jessica Alba's. here, LAUREN ANDERSEN of THE wALL GROUP TELLS how she achieved the cover look. PREP: “I used a lightweight moisturizer (Colbert MD day) and Natura Bissé Diamond eye cream to hydrate and even out the skin’s texture.” FACE: “For that perfect peachy-pink cheek, I dusted on Revlon Matte Powder Blush in Perfectly Peach.” NAILS: “For the nails, I went with China Glaze nail polish in Sacred Heart. —Marsha Bialo
Lauren Andersen Makeup Artist The Wall Group
EYE: “For Jessica’s beautiful eyes, I started with the brows, following her natural arch with Revlon Brow Fantasy pencil in Brunette. I then dusted Revlon Luxurious Color Perle Eyeshadow in Sunlit Sparkle across the lid for an antiqued high shine, and defined the lash line with Revlon Luxurious Color Eyeliner in Black— followed by a coat of Revlon Grow Luscious Mascara for a full, defined lash.”
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Revlon Brow Fantasy pencil in Brunette $7.50
Revlon Luxurious Color Perle Eyeshadow in Sunlit Sparkle $4.99, RiteAid
LIP: “And to complete the look, I used Revlon Super Lustrous Lipgloss in Nude Lustre, which gave her lips a high shine. ”
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Here are my favorite picks this season! – Samia Arslane
Valentino chiffon dress, $2890, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900
Vertu Ascent blasted titanium with polished stainless steel and red leather, $7800, Vertu, Beverly Hills, 310-3857647, vertu.com
Captive de Cartier large model watch, rhodium-plated white gold set with diamonds, pavéd dial, total diamonds 2.77 ct with a brushed canvas strap, price upon request, Cartier, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4272 Chopard waterlilies necklace in titanium set with diamonds, sapphires and tanzanites (6,200 stones in all), price upon request, 800-CHOPARD, chopard.com
Louis Vuitton miniponchon monogram canvas in violet, $2240, Louis Vuitton, Beverly Hills, 310-8590457, louisvuitton.com
Dior belted jacket, $3000, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211
Natori stretch chemise, $175, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Trinity XL ring by Cartier in platinum, white gold, diamonds and black ceramic, price upon request, Cartier, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4272
GlamGlow superadvanced super -natural exfoliant mud mask, $69; glamglowmud.com
CHANEL nail polish Paradoxal, $23, CHANEL, Beverly Hills, 310-278-5500, chanel.com
Dottling’s Narcissus: the world’s most expensive home safe, designed by fashion icon Karl Lagerfeld. $250,000, LA Closet Design, West Hollywood, 310-289-1311, laclosetdesign.com
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Basix Black Label black silk dress with silver sequins in an art deco design, $635, Greta, Beverly Hills, 310-247-1006
Dior Granville ostrich medium tote, $12,000, by special order, 800-929-DIOR
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CORY SAVAGE La Perla Treccia yellow bikini,$372; La Perla parrot print beach dress, $563, La Perla, Beverly Hills, 310-860-0561; La Perla, Malibu, 310-456-7078 Vintage Christian Dior sunglasses, $450, Hotel Deville Vintage Eyewear, 323-634-9911, hoteldevilleeyewear.com Bvlgari 3 silver and leather parentese pendant necklaces, $420 each; Bvlgari Parentesi cocktail pink gold, citirine and diamond pavĂŠ ring, $7900, Bvlgari Parentesi cocktail pink gold, colored gemstone and diamond pavĂŠ bracelet, $13,300, Bvlgari, Beverly Hills, 310-858-9216 Amrapali Victorian rose-cut diamond bangle, $5280; Amrapali rosecut diamond bangle, $6920, Amrapali, NY 212-944-0435
Photographer: Schefz.com Stylist: Cory Savage / Artists by Timothy Priano Assistant Stylists: Arthur J. Wald, Livia Lodesto, Jean Anderson Model: Julia Lescova / LA Models Makeup: Camille Clark / AIM Artists Hair: Jason Stanton / Cloutier Remix Agency Manicure: Marsha Bialo / Next Artists using China Glaze Location: The Mohamed Hadid residence, Bel-Air, California Art Direction: Stephen Kamifuji
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Super-developer Mohamed Hadid’s 50,000-square-foot Bel Air residence rivals any world-class resort. Here, we capture model Julia Lescova hangin’ at his pad.
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La Perla underwire ruched top foldover bikini, $434; La Perla parrot-print beach dress, $563, La Perla, Beverly Hills, 310-860-0561; La Perla, Malibu, 310-456-7078 Rack 75 vest, $850; Another Happy Birthday Ginny metallic short, $725; Alkemie stingray cuff, $200; leather & rhinestone wrap bracelet, $400, churchboutique.com Tempt white topaz and emerald cabachon bracelet, $475; Tempt onyx and CZ cabachon bracelet, $400; Tempt T&A gold multi-chain necklace, $225, shoptempt.com Carla Reiter Chain of Lakes necklace, $2400; earrings, $450, Roseark, 323-822-3600 Elva Fields Grateful Later necklace, $262, elvafields.com LeVian diamond dome ring set, $22,937, Le Vian, 877-253-8426 Velvet Angels Vox grey platform ankle boot, $345, velvetangels.com
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La Perla pelican string bikini, $422, La Perla, Beverly Hills, 310-860-0561; La Perla, Malibu, 310-456-7078 indigo large scarf, $975; gold leather & metal mesh cuff, $350; Catherine Michiels POD silver on brown leather necklace, $1450, Catherine Michiels necklace, $3250, churchboutique.com Le Vian earrings set in 14K yellow gold, $7797, LeVian, 877-253-8426 Azaara Jewelry 22K yellow-gold snake cuff, price upon request, Azaara Jewelry, 323-852-7100 Jennifer Fisher Jewelry aqua-blue agate necklace, price upon request, long grey agate necklace, price upon request, JenniferFisherJewelry.com
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Beach Bunny Irina white one-piece, $229, BeachBunnySwimwear.com Valerj Pobega hand-painted rope belt, $875, churchboutique.com Belstaff white 1945 limited leather goggles, $550, Hotel De Ville Vintage Eyewear, 323-634-9911, hoteldevilleeyewear.com Azaara Jewelry sterling-silver spike and white pearl necklace, $812; hand-knotted silk string necklace of brown and black South Sea pearls with rhodium-plated sterling silver balls and hand-set cubic zircons, $1562, Azaara Jewelry, 323-852-7100, azaara.com
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Ashley Paige topless maillot, $7675, Ashley Paige, LA, 323-331-4020 Vintage Zeiss Umbral leather motorcycle goggles, $400, Hotel De Ville Vintage Eyewear, 323-634-9911, HotelDeVilleEyewear.com Le Vian earring set in 18K white gold, $17,747, Le Vian, 877-253-8426 Azaara necklace, $362, Azaara Jewelry, 323-852-7100 Elva Fields Grateful Later necklace, $262, elvafields.com Jennifer Fisher Jewelry cuffs, $660 each, gold spike cuffs, $750 each, Jennifer Fisher Jewelry, 888-255-0640 Tempt T&A gold multi-chain necklace, $225, shoptempt.com
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Cali Dreaming twist-front bandeau with classic seamless bottom in perforated sport mesh, $156, revolveclothing.com Bvlgari white-gold and enamel necklace with round brilliantcut diamonds and diamond pavĂŠ, price upon request, Bvlgari 2 white-gold and diamond pavĂŠ Openworks Parentesi bangles, $13,300 each, Bvlgari, Beverly Hills, 310-858-9216
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Roberto Cavalli silk leopard kaftan, $1535; Jean Paul Gaultier black mesh leggings, $360; Jean Paul Gaultier black mesh vest top, $195, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Jimmy Choo nude suede and mesh bootie, price upon request, Jimmy Choo, Beverly Hills, 310-860-9045 ZG by Zeta Graff white diamond earrings, $64,000; ZG by Zeta Graff white diamond bangle, $37,000; ZG by Zeta Graff white diamond ring, $18,000; ZG by Zeta Graff black diamond ring, $10,800, Maxfield, 310-274-8800
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Dolce & Gabbana jacket with black velvet lapels, $2295, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Prada black dress shirt, $370, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900 Dolce & Gabbana black dress trouser (part of suit), $2275, black patent lace-up shoe, price upon request, Dolce & Gabbana, Beverly Hills, 310-888-8701
Jason lewis keeps it cool Hot off Sex and the City 2, Jason Lewis tries to convince our Almie Rose that he’s just a normal, genuine guy.
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ason Lewis is an actor with a coolness previously embodied by Steve McQueen and Robert Mitchum. He is best known as Smith Jerrod, Samantha Jones’s actor boyfriend in the Sex and the City film franchise. Like in the movie, where Smith’s career burns white-hot, Jason finds life imitating art. But how is Jason different from Smith? “I just opened a bottle of wine,” is his playful response (Smith is sober). Lewis is chatting with Genlux from Lyon, France, on his way to a friend’s restaurant. He’s chill, and candid. When asked if he’s ever met a woman like Samantha in real life, he pauses before letting out a loaded, “Oh, yeah.” He elaborates, “When I was about 21, I’d moved to Paris and was on my own, and I met this great group of bohemian friends. And there was this one woman who was wealthy and single and sort of entertained the artists of the city. I think she took many a lover. I wasn’t one of them. Someone pointed out to me that she had set the lighting in her house so she knew where every light was, and if you watched her, you could see her move from pool of light to pool of light so she was always in her best light. I thought she was pretty incredible.” Indeed. Lewis began his career as a model, appearing in huge campaigns for Guess? and Tommy Hilfiger, among others. It’s probably not a huge stretch to say that he’s no stranger to female adoration. What, then, is a dating deal-breaker for him? “A sense of righteousness. A person who is unwilling to see things past their own nose.” Lewis has a great sense of humor about himself. When I ask him what his most overrated and underrated
aspects are, he replies, “My most overrated aspect is my looks; the most underrated is my incredibly charming, witty intelligence.” Then almost immediately pounces in with, “No, I’m kidding! I never rate myself. That was all sarcasm! I hope you make that clear.” He laughs, and it’s a relief to hear that his laugh comes from a genuine place and not one of presumption. You get the sense that he’s a real genuine guy. Aside from cleaning toilets, there’s no household chore he won’t tackle. “I do my own laundry, take out my own trash, do my landscaping, fix my own plumbing, my own electricity. I was raised that way. If it’s broken, I fix it.” He even takes a friendly ribbing in stride when I ask him if he always cleans his pool wearing a dinner jacket. “No, no… just when I have to.” He acknowledges that it can be awkward having to shoot so many sex scenes. “There’s definitely always a sense of apprehension and awkwardness to it. But in a way, I’m glad I had the experience because it forces you to face yourself.” He’s a talented actor who gives his Smith character a sense of naïveté and boyishness while also showing his strong side; it’s the perfect combination that made him so believable to so many loyal viewers. But where does he stand on a very serious and complicated issue? “Are you a fan of cats, and if so, are you a fan of cats dressed as humans?” There’s silence, and then that great laugh. “Yeah, I think cats are amazing. I don’t know that they need to be dressed as humans, though. That said, I dress my dog in sweatshirts all the time, so I would be okay with it.”
Photography: Brakhax2 / brakhax2.com Production: Buddy Joe for Commercial Head Films Stylist: Kelvin Seah / Aim Artists, aimartist.com Makeup: Annie Ing / Celestine Agency Hair/Grooming: Riawna Capri / Solo Artists Photo Assistant: Levi Tenenbaum Stylist Assistant: Pippa Lewis Ward Model: Laura Dunn / Ford Models Los Angeles Location: Zeta Graff residence Art Direction: Stephen Kamifuji
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Emporio Armani black perforated mandarin collar shirt, $335; plaid vest with mesh back, $425, Emporio Armani, Beverly Hills, 310-271-7790 Dolce & Gabbana black skinny tie, $175; black dress trouser (part of suit), $2275, Dolce & Gabbana, Beverly Hills, 310-888-8701
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“I do my own laundry, take out my own trash, do my landscaping, fix my own plumbing, my own electricity. I was raised that way. If it’s broken, I fix it.” 40 GENLUX SUMMER / 2010
Lanvin gray jacket with cream piping, $1210; Prada pale-blue shirt, $375, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900 Giorgio Armani white cargo-style trouser, $925, Giorgio Armani, Beverly Hills, 310-271-5555 Emporio Armani white and bronze leather oxford, $575, Emporio Armani, Beverly Hills, 310-271-7790
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY
ANDREW MATUSIK STYLED BY
PAMELA WATSON Photographer: AndrewMatusik.com Stylist: Pamela Watson for Builders of Style / TMG Makeup: Monique Leshman / The Montgomery Group Hair: Dale Johnson / Artist by Timothy Priano Model: Catrinel Menghia / IMG Models New York Photography Assistant: Danny Yoon Stylist’s Assistant: Carmegie Dupuy Digi Tech: Stewart Price Post Production: DigitalRetouch.net Production: Ernest Montgomery Art Direction: Stephen Kamifuji
42 GENLUX SUMMER / 2010
House of Dereon dress, $390, Bloomingdale’s, LA, 310-772-2100 Christian Louboutin shoe, $895, Christian Louboutin Boutique, West Hollywood, 310-247-9300 Marlies Dekkers bathing suit, price upon request, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900
THE liFE aquatic Sonia Rykiel feather dress, price upon request, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Giuseppe Zanotti brown platform, $775, Bergdorf Goodman, NY, 212-753-7300 Gurhan gold earrings, price upon request, Guhran amber ring, price upon request, Fragments, NY, 212-334-9588
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Gianfranco Ferré bathing suit, $580, Bergdorf Goodman, NY, 212-753-7300 Dereon shoe, $460, dereon.com Kimberly Ovitz tank, $225, Bloomingdale’s, LA, 310-772-2100
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Norma Kamali bathing suit, $455, Nordstrom, The Grove, LA, 323-930-2230 Kara Ross necklace, $365, Kara Ross Designs, NY, 212-223-7272 Malandrino skirt, price upon request, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211
SUMMER / 2010 GENLUX 45
Gianfranco Ferre bathing suit, $750, Bergdorf Goodman, NY, 212-753-7300 Matthew Williamson dress, $8995, Matthew Williamson, NY, 212-255-9881 Christian Louboutin shoe, $995, Christian Louboutin Boutique, West Hollywood, 310-247-9300
46 GENLUX SUMMER / 2010
Jean Paul Gaultier wrap, $295; Jean Paul Gaultier bathing suit, $400, Bergdorf Goodman, NY, 212-753-7300 Ruthie Davis shoe, $895, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900 Kara Ross Necklaces, $495 each, Kara Ross Designs, NY, 212-223-7272
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IBIZA NIGHTS
Designers found themselves dipping into the deep end of the crayon box this season—playing with bright and bold summertime hues!
Photographer: Robert Deutschman Stylist: Sybile Kohn / sybilekohn.com Makeup: Patrick de Fontbrune for Solo Artists using Benefit Cosmetics Hair: Carlos Ortiz / Cloutier Remix using Redken Nail Artist: Vu Nguyen for O.P.I. products Model: Amra Silajdzic / Pinkerton Models & Talent Art Direction: Stephen Kamifuji
48 GENLUX SUMMER / 2010
Leila Hafzi dress, price upon request, Eco Citizen, San Francisco, 415-614-0100 OYE Swimwear Estella bikini, $208, couturecandy.com Alwand Vahan assorted bracelets from $2100 to $12,000; Alwand Vahan pendant, $4900, Alwand Vahan, 800-365-6101
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Monique Lhuillier lime green silk gown, $2700, Vilaiwan silver bib necklace, $1290, Vilaiwan, 310-220-9785 Bvlgari 18K pink gold and diamond ring, $6550, Bvlgari, Beverly Hills, 310-858-9216 Jacquie Aiche earrings, $1000, jacquieaiche.com Kara Ackerman Designs peridot and 18K gold rondells strung cuff, $200, karaackerman.com Melinda Maria bangles, $252 each, melindamaria.com Michelle Abogado quartz with blue fauna ring, $695, michelleabogado.com
50 GENLUX SUMMER / 2010
Melissa Odabash Marrakesh swimsuit, $345, mermaidsboutique.com Etro silk printed poncho, $2885, Etro, Beverly Hills, 310-248-2855 Jacquie Aiche ring, $2265, jacquieaiche.com Blesslev braided snecklace, $425, myblesslev.com Amrapali victorian diamond and ruby bangle, $8200 Amrapali diamond starburst earrings, $10,370, Amrapali, 212-944-0435
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Reem Acra pantsuit, $4660, Reem Acra Boutique, NY, 212-308-8760 Diadem Vintage Copper belt, $375, Church Boutique, 323-876-8887 Owlita feathers earrings, $84, owlita.com LeVian ring set, $3297, LeVian, 877-253-8426 Amrapali 18K gold wrap bracelet, $14,800, Amrapali, 212-944-0435, Sandy Leong Halo thin bangles with diamonds, $2500 each; Roseark, 323-822-3600
52 GENLUX SUMMER / 2010
Fendi pink ostrich feather jacket, $7990, Alexander McQueen leggings, $635, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900 ViX swimwear top, $76, swimwear.com Streets Ahead perforated leather waist belt, price upon request, Skirt, Bryn Mawr, PA, 610-520-0222 Sweet Evie feather earrings, $112, sweetevie.com Joan Hornig sterling silver bracelets, $715 each, joanhornig.com
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Leila Hafzi dress, price upon request, Eco Citizen, San Francisco, 415-614-0100 Vilaiwan cuff, $590; 14K white goldplated silver bib necklace, $1290, Vilaiwan, 310-220-9785
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Missoni M caftan top, $445; shorts, $325, Missoni, Beverly Hills, 310-246-3060 Streets Ahead belt, $233, Streets Ahead, 800-669-8218 Vitamin A by Amahlia Stevens teal bikini top, $84, instyleswimwear.com Bijules 14K gold vermeil snake necklace, $400, Church Boutique, LA, 323-876-8887 Ippolita assorted bangles, from $425 to $4200; Ippolita Rock Candy bean pendant, $995, ippolita.com Francesca Augusta loop earrings, $4300, Roseark, 323-822-3600
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY
BONNIE HOLLAND STYLED BY
LEILANI LACSON
Splash of Color
This season, add a dash of color to some black or white for a palette that pops with sophistication. Photographer: BonnieHolland.com Stylist: Leilani Lacson / LeilaniLacson.com Makeup: Anthony Merante / AnthonyMerante.com Hair: Jason Stanton / Cloutier Remix Agency Model: Linda Nyvltova / Photogenics Models Manicure: Marsha Bialo / Next Artists using China Glaze Art Director: Stephen Kamifuji
56 GENLUX SUMMER / 2010
Grai Angelina dress, $782, Diavolina, 310-550-1341 Velvet Angels Pili Pili pink fringe sandal with buckle strap, $169, zappos.com Skova snake basket bracelet in pink and clear Swarovski stones, $185, skovadesign.com Juicy Couture triangle sting swim bikini top, $63, juicycouture.com
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Bao Tranchi white striped bloomers, $350, baotranchi.com Pamella Roland poppy ombre silk wool bustier, $935, pamellaroland.com Cara oversized bangle, $68, Nordstrom, The Grove, LA, 323-930-2230 Mirjana Scepanovic clear resin necklace, $560, mirjanascepanovic.com Safia sterlingsilver citrine stone ring, $300, safiaday.com
58 GENLUX SUMMER / 2010
Georges Chakra short asymmetrical dress with metallic and pearl jewel accessory at shoulder, price upon request, georgeschakra.com Tory Burch slouchy straw tote with metallic leather trim, $350, toryburch.com Vita Fede large black Hera cuff, $390, vitafede.com Jinny Kim Odelia suede blue pump with bow detail, $235, jinnykimshoes.com
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Nonja McKenzie yellow butterfly top, $375, nonjamckenzie.com Limonada purple bikini, $103, wearlimonada.com.br Loriblu black patent-leather shoe, $390, loriblu.it Vita Fede black Audrey clutch, $1750, Vita Fede black and silver Zeus ring, $265, vitafede.com
60 GENLUX SUMMER / 2010
Bao Tranchi silk chiffon striped victorian pleated blouse, $1010, baotranchi.com Diane Von Furstenberg Love Knot bikini in pink with tie side, $205, dvf.com Christian Tse white square bangle with 18K white gold featuring 10.51cts total weight of pavĂŠ diamonds, $29,000; Christian Tse round window-pattern bangle with 18K white gold featuring 10cts total weight of pavĂŠ diamonds, $49,000, 888-688-1988, christiantse.com Vita Fede silver Sfere ring, $250, vitafede.com Loriblu black patentleather shoes, $390, loriblu.it
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Tadashi Shoji black and white mesh and sequin one-shoulder paneled dress, $308, Tadashi Shoji Boutique, South Coast Plaza, 714-438-0056, tadashicollection.com Christian Tse 18K yellow-gold drop earrings featuring 17cts of smoky topaz, $1700, 888-688-1988, christiantse.com Oversized straw hat, stylist’s own
62 GENLUX SUMMER / 2010
Bao Tranchi black striped dress, $1250, baotranchi.com Ami Clubwear hot yellow tie string bottoms, $55, amiclubwear.com Swarovski Parallele clear crystal pierced earrings, $115, Swarovski HOT jet hermatite, black diamond, silver shade and clear crystal necklace, $500, Swarovski, Westfield Century City, 310-557-3705, swarovski.com Christian Tse 18K white-gold octopus ring featuring 5cts total weight of pavĂŠ diamonds, $46,000, 888-688-1988, christiantse.com
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY
ERIK ALMÃ…S STYLED BY
YAEL GITAI
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REFLECTION Sometimes, escaping to nowhere is
a welcome thought. Just remember that it’s always better to overpack. Photographer: ErikAlmas.com Stylist: YaelGitai.com Hair and Makeup: Meghan McClain / ArtMixBeauty.com Underwater Hair and Makeup: Sherrie Long / ArtMixBeauty.com Model: Elaine / Wilhelmina Models Producer: Filiz Rezvan Photo Assistants: 1st: Tom Hood; 2nd: Andrew Fornasier; 3rd: Audrey Rodolf Stylist Assistant: Antonio Candelario Motorhome: Motion PV Production Vehicles Location: Club Ed, Lancaster, California Creative Director: Stephen Kamifuji
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VPL sheer blouse, $375, Gold necklace, $1190, Barneys New York, Beverly Hills, 310-276-4400 Vintage hat, price upon request; vintage panty, price upon request, The Way We Wore, LA, 323-937-0878, thewaywewore.com
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Alexander McQueen dress, $7195, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211
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Marchesa pleated sleeve dress, $1980, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900
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Etro floral cape dress, price upon request, Etro, Beverly Hills, 310-248-2855
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Valentino blouse with bow, $1890, Lanvin silk pants, $1160, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900
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Lanvin fuschia off the shoulder dress, $4880, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900
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ChloĂŠ pleated cream blouse, $1495, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900
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Diane von Furstenberg green pleated silk dress, $825, Barneys New York, Beverly Hills, 310-276-4400
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ChloĂŠ dress, $3995, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900
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BCBG Max Azria purple pleated dress, price upon request, BCBG Max Azria, Beverly Hills, 310-275-3024
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gam slam Photographer: MelissaRodwell.com Stylist: Shiffy Kagan / AIM Artists Agency Makeup: Camille Clark / AIM Artists Agency Hair: Robert Mefford / AIM Artists Agency Stylist’s Assistant: Kate Riney Location: Smashbox Studios / Culver City Manicure: Beth Fricke / Artists by Timothy Priano using O.P.I. Photo Assistant: Tyler Mitchell Model: Eugenia / Photogenics Agency Art Direction: Stephen Kamifuji
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You’ve got legs! Strut ‘em high in summer’s sexy looks!
Zac Posen jacket, price upon request, Neiman Marcus Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900 Eres black boyshort bikini bottoms, Eres, Beverly Hills, 310-246-1008 Ariane Millinery headpiece with veil, $96, Ariane LA, 323-951-9929 Dolce & Gabbana multicolored jewel encrusted satin clutch, $1650, Dolce & Gabbana, Beverly Hills, 310-888-8701 Martin Katz 8ct ruby set in lavender jade 18K gold ring, $65,000, Martin Katz, Beverly Hills, 310-276-7200 Jimmy Choo Buzz in gold mirror and glitter leather shoe, $785, Jimmy Choo, Beverly Hills, 310-860-9045
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Sheri Bodell leather vest, $1080, chiclittledevil.com Prada silver rhinestone top, $6085, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900 Nonja McKenzie silver lamĂŠ running shorts, $150, chiclittledevil.com Elaine Kim boot legs Doris leather in black, $395, Elaine Kim, LA, 323-937-0355 Bvlgari serpent bracelet, $39,400, Bvlgari white gold and diamond bracelet, $12,500, Bvlgari, Beverly Hills, 310-858-9216 Le Vian black and silver woven bracelet, $547, Le Vian chocolate diamond ball bracelet in 18K rose gold, $23,947; Le Vian diamond bracelet set in 14K white gold, $4200, levian.com Dana Davis Poppy shoe, $450, Bertini, Santa Monica, 310-260-1956
78 GENLUX SUMMER / 2010
Victoria Beckham black lace dress, $6300, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900 Pamela G black sequin bikini, Pamela G, 323-951-0033 Bally black satin pump, $575, Bally, Beverly Hills, 310-271-3310
SUMMER / 2010 GENLUX 79
YSL black tuxedo jacket, $1750, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900 Thuy silver cuff with clear stone, $575, Thuy silver cuff with multicolored stone, $575, thuynewyork.com Turban, stylist’s own
80 GENLUX SUMMER / 2010
Jeremy Scott orange and black tiger swimsuit, $500, Opening Ceremony, LA, 310-652-1120 Bally black lamb jacket, Bally, Beverly Hills, 310-271-3310 Antiache black hat, Ariane, LA, 323-951-9929 Bally black satin pump, $575, Bally, Beverly Hills, 310-271-3310
SUMMER / 2010 GENLUX 81
Eres black onepiece swimsuit, price upon request, Eres, Beverly Hills, 310-246-1008 Naeem Khan black sequin and tulle skirt, $1990, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900 Celine Roberts camel hat, $670, Carolina Amato gloves, $58, Ariane, LA, 323-951-9929 Amrapali rose-cut diamond collar necklace, $22,690, Amrapali, NY, 212-944-0435 Bally handbag, price upon request, Bally, Beverly Hills, 310-271-3310
82 GENLUX SUMMER / 2010
Prada floral mini skirt, $950, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900 Eres black bikini top and boy short bikini bottoms, prices upon request, Eres, Beverly Hills, 310-246-1008 Ariane Millinery straw beach hat, Ariane, LA, 323-951-9929 CHANEL tan bag with flower, $11,500, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900 Bvlgari rose-gold ring, $10,500, Bvlgari, Beverly Hills, 310-858-9216 Jimmy Choo Buzz in gold mirror and glitter leather shoe, $785, Jimmy Choo, Beverly Hills, 310-860-9045
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CHANEL one-piece black and white lion swimsuit, price upon request, CHANEL, Beverly Hills, 310-278-5500 Bally black trench coat, $1295, Bally, Beverly Hills, 310-271-3310 Black and white swimcap, price upon request, headcovers.com Balmain black boot with silver studs, $1195, Madison, Beverly Hills, 310-451-2633 Jasmine Pennamma Jewelry Charlayne ring, $260, Beige, LA, 323-549-0064
84 GENLUX SUMMER / 2010
Cosmo black and white hat, $650, Ariane, LA, 323-951-9929 Pamela G black and silver bikini, Pamela G, 323-951-0033 Valentino grey lace blazer, $3990, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900 Bally black patent belt, $185, Bally, Beverly Hills, 310-271-3310 Amrapali silver and gold plated chain cuff with green zircon, $390; Amrapali silver and gold plated cuff, $410, Amrapali, NY, 212-944-0435 Jimmy Choo Aggy boot in black waxed suede, $1095, Jimmy Choo, Beverly Hills, 310-860-9045
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY
BRAKHAx2
STYLED BY
DANIEL CAUDILL
LESSON ONE: HOW TO MAKE AN IMPRESSION Christian Lacroix navy top and skirt, prices upon request, Christian Lacroix, NY, 212-753-2569 Basile & Pape 2 Knuckle Intergalactic ring in titaniumtreated quartz and set in sterling silver, $450, basileandpape.com
KID TESTED ALBA APPROVED
Jessica Alba is taking on challenging new roles—both as an actor and as a new mom trying to teach her child well. Here, she shares with Stephen Christopher how, at the same time, her daughter, Honor Marie, is teaching her life’s biggest lessons.
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LESSON TWO: HOW TO SAY GOODBYE Louis Vuitton embroidered wool top in black, $5300; Louis Vuitton wool miniskirt, $1720, Louis Vuitton, Beverly Hills, 310-859-0457 Falke striggings rib over-the-knee stocking, $39, Noodle Stories, 323-651-1782 Marni black patent leather tall boot with wooden platform, $1314, Marni 323-782-1101 Alexis Bittar Miss Havisham gunmetal molten cuff, $375, alexisbittar.com
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Photography: Brakhax2 / brakhax2.com Production: Buddy Joe for Commercial Head Films Stylist: Daniel Caudill / The Wall Group Makeup: Lauren Andersen / The Wall Group Hair: Robert Ramos / Celestine Agency Prop/Set Stylist: John Geary / CelestineAgency Manicure: Marsha Bialo / Next Artists for China Glaze Photo Assistant: Levi Tenenbaum Stylist Assistant: Ashley Furnival Location: Smashbox Studios, Hollywood Catering: Sur Restaurant, sur-restaurant.com Creative Director: Stephen Kamifuji
A
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n The Killer Inside Me, the latest film by director Michael Winterbottom, a prostitute named Joyce Lakeland gets mixed up in a complicated affair with Lou Ford (Casey Affleck). Some of the scenes, like the one where Joyce gets her face pummeled during a sadomasochistic tryst, are so salacious and believable, it’s been reported that audience members at the Sundance Film Festival actually stormed out of the theater. Temptress Jessica Alba, 29, plays the role of Joyce and the reviews have been very good.
lba slips past the iron gates for our Genlux photo shoot at Smashbox Studios in Hollywood driving a black hybrid SUV with dark tinted windows. The large gates seal off behind her, shutting out an army of menacing-looking vehicles with cameras aimed out of their windows like rifles. “They follow me from my house and throughout the day,” Alba shares rather matter-offactly. “I try not to have interaction with them—especially because of my daughter. They’re strangers. You never know if they’re a weird stalker. They’re really invasive and pretty aggressive.” She chooses to defuse them: “I pretty much ignore them. The more energy I put into it, the more power it gives them.” Alba was eight months pregnant when we first photographed her for the cover of Genlux. Since then, she and hubby film producer Cash Warren moved into their new Beverly Hills home. “My house is warm and cozy,” she says. “There’s a lot of light and lots of little spaces for our child to be creative.” Coincidentally, it was their daughter Honor Marie’s birthday. “She’s two today!” Alba exclaims, “So it was a little over two years ago that we shot together.” I ask her how much baby weight she’d gained, and she pauses like no one else had ever asked the question. “Um…over 50 pounds… actually, over 55 pounds. I stopped counting at eight months because I got too depressed. I was like, ‘Whatever!’ I’ll deal with it after I have the baby!” Not surprisingly, she’s shed all of that weight, and finds herself back on all those “most sexy human” lists like AskMen.com’s Top 99, where she occupies number 5. (She previously held the number 1 spot, in 2006). Appropriately, the concept of today’s photo shoot with Moshe and Eddie Brakha, the brilliant father-and-son photographic team, is a kitschy, tongue-in-cheek guide on how to teach your child “life” lessons. And Alba’s all game. “Yeah! It’s cool! What’s fun about this shoot in particular is I get to play a character. I love that! I personally feel more self-conscious, shy and embarrassed if it’s all about me. But if I can play a character, then I feel complete freedom to just go for it.” Alba believes that her self-consciousness stems from her childhood. “I was picked on a lot. I was different. My dad was in the military, so we moved a lot, and so I was always the new kid. I had a bunch of illnesses, so I would have to take off from school for weeks at a time to be in the hospital. So the kids just thought I was weird.” And then
she really rips at my heartstrings. “I would have asthma attacks, and I would have a breathing machine that was really loud. And when I would play sports, I would be on the sidelines with my breathing machine. It wouldn’t deter me from playing sports, but I got made fun of.” They’re not making fun of her anymore. Like playing Joyce in The Killer Inside Me, Alba enjoys tackling difficult material. She stars both as good and bad identical twins in Robert Rodriguez’s action thriller Machete (scheduled for release in September), and then, as effortlessly sexy and beautiful as she is, she morphs her expressive face into funny characters like the pharmaceutical sales rep in the third of the Fockers franchise, The Little Fockers, with Ben Stiller (hitting theaters in December). In both films, Alba shares billing with her favorite actor, Robert De Niro. Jessica Alba was born in Pomona, California, and grew up in a family that was big on respect—especially toward elders. She hopes to instill this trait in her own child, along with kindness and humility. “Treat others how you want to be treated—with the understanding that everyone is a human being trying to do the best they can,” she says, “Never treat anyone with disrespect because no one is better than anyone else.” So what enlightenment has Alba attained since becoming a mom? “I’ve learned so much!” she enthuses. “Like really, truly living in the moment and enjoying each day and really taking in simple things. To spend time with people you love—no matter what it is you’re doing—whether I’m finger-painting with my daughter at home or going to the grocery store.” Then Alba strides into a deeper introspection about contentment that her daughter has helped reveal. “Before, I would just go through the motions. I was always seeking, and it was always about work. It was always about ‘I’ll be happy when this happens or when that happens.’ It was about setting goals and not being content with the here and now. I was always striving for something else. Or like something better was out there. I’ve really learned to genuinely appreciate each moment. And to just enjoy the simple things. Like Honor saying a word she’d never said before…or wanting to dress up…or bath time—the simple little things. And not thinking that it has to be a momentous event to be happy or satisfied.” The teacher has become the student. G
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LESSON THREE: HOW TO DINE Kenny Girl Friday dress in rustic pumpkin, $265, exclusively for American Rag, 323-935-3154 Basile & Pape Disco Devil black obsidian arrowhead and clear-quartz bib set in sterling silver, $2500, basileandpape.com
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LESSON FOUR: HOW TO WAKE THE NEIGHBORS (IN CASE OF EMERGENCY) Marni rose wool crepe shift dress with silver embroidery, $3240; rose wool crepe peplum, $558; Marni black knit knee socks, $90; Marni Winter Edition 1011 black suede clog with wooden platform, $693, Marni Boutique, 323-782-1101 Erickson Beamon Heart of Glass earrings, $478, by special order, Curve, West Hollywood, 310-360-8008
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LESSON FIVE: How to Get a NEW WARDROBE Burberry jacket, price upon request, Burberry, Beverly Hills, 310-550-4500 Louis Vuitton silk miniskirt, $2150; Louis Vuitton Anastasia boot in black, $3080, Louis Vuitton, Beverly Hills, 310-859-0457 Robert Lee Morris 3-strand texture necklace in sterling silver, $7100, Robert Lee Morris Gallery, NY, 212-431-9405
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LESSON SIX: HOW TO SING Lanvin jacket, $3425, and skirt, $1160, Barneys New York, Beverly Hills, 310-276-4400 Basile & Pape Star Love silver silicon nugget bib necklace, $2500, basileandpape.com Christian Louboutin Loubbout 150 navy flannel platform peep-toe booty, $995, Christian Louboutin Boutique, LA 310-247-9300, christianlouboutin.com
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LESSON SEVEN: HOW TO NEVER SAY YOU’RE SORRY Stella McCartney top, pant and belt, prices upon request, Stella McCartney, 310-273-7051 Marni Winter Edition 1011 gold leather wooden platform, $735, Marni Boutique Alexis Bittar Miss Havisham gold collar, $375, alexisbittar.com
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MAGAZINE
GENLUX shopping las vegas style!
Betsey Johnson swimsuit, top $76; bottom $94, Everything But Water, Fashion Show Las Vegas, 702-734-7946 Floral swim cap, price upon request, headcovers.com
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY
TRACEY MORRIS STYLED BY
TIFFANY DEAN
Photographer: TraceyMorris.com Stylist: Tiffany Dean / Next Artists Los Angeles Makeup: Alexis Swain / Next Artists Los Angeles Hair: Jason Stanton / Cloutier Remix Agency Model: Ludi Delfino / Next Model Management Photographer’s 1st Assistant: Robert Morris Location: TAO Beach Las Vegas at The Venetian Las Vegas Special thanks to Susan Houck and GGP Photo shoot courtesy of: The Shoppes at The Palazzo, theshoppesatthepalazzo.com; The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian, thegrandcanalshoppes.com; Fashion Show, thefashionshow.com; TAO Beach, taolasvegas.com; The Palazzo, palazzolasvegas.com; and The Venetian Resort-Hotel-Casino, venetian.com Art Director: Stephen Kamifuji
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Betsey Johnson swimsuit, top $76, bottom $94, Everything But Water, Fashion Show Las Vegas, 702- 734-7946 Floral swim cap, price upon request, headcovers.com
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Genlux hits The Shoppes at The Palazzo, The Grand Canal Shoppes, and Fashion Show Las Vegas for summer’s hottest looks before cooling off at TAO Beach Las Vegas!
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Karla Coletto swimsuit, price upon request, Everything But Water, Fashion Show Las Vegas, 702-734-7946 Earrings, $340, Prada sunglasses, $205; Bracelet, $205, Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show Las Vegas, 702-731-3636 SHOES: She’s holding the Gian Marco Lorenzi wedge, $1595; On pillows: Gian Marco Lorenzi shoes, $1995, $1595, Gregory’s at The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian, 702-792-1300 Kate Spade shoe, $1195, Kate Spade, Fashion Show Las Vegas, 702-691-9968
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Trina Turk swimsuit, top $93; bottom $71, from Everything But Water, Fashion Show Las Vegas, 702-734-7946 Alexander McQueen sunglasses, $390, Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show Las Vegas, 702-731-3636 Kate Spade earrings, $38; ring, $45; shoes, $225; necklace, $275, Kate Spade, Fashion Show Las Vegas 702-691-9968
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Top, $425, Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show Las Vegas, 702-731-3636, True Religion swimsuit bottoms, price upon request, Everything But Water, Fashion Show Las Vegas, 702-734-7946 Van Cleef & Arpels diamond earrings, bracelet, ring, prices upon request, Van Cleef & Arpels, The Shoppes at The Palazzo, 702-696-7139 Gian Marco Lorenzi platform sandal, $1995, Gregory’s at The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian 702-792-1300
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Betsey Johnson swimsuit, top, $76; bottom, $94, Everything But Water, Fashion Show Las Vegas, 702-734-7946 Floral swim cap, price upon request, headcovers.com
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Betsey Johnson swimsuit, top, $100; bottom, $78; Hat, $44, Everything But Water, Fashion Show Las Vegas, 702-734-7946 Â
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Juicy Couture swimsuit, top $85; bottom $67, Everything But Water, Fashion Show Las Vegas, 702- 734-7946 Donna Karan Jacket $1695, Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show Las Vegas, 702-731-3636 Swim cap, price upon request, headcovers.com, Kate Spade earrings, necklace, bracelet, prices upon request, Kate Spade, Fashion Show Las Vegas, 702-691-9968 Gian Marco Lorenzi platform, $1195, Gregory’s at The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian 702-792-1300
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Vitamin A swimsuit, top, $88; bottom $79, Everything But Water, Fashion Show Las Vegas, 702-734-7946 Missoni coverup, $950, Barneys New York, The Shoppes at The Palazzo, 702-629-4200 Earrings, $340, Roberto Cavalli Sunglasses, $455, Bracelet, $990, All at Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show Las Vegas, 702-731-3636 Gian Marco Lorenzi boot, $2195, Gregory’s at The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian, 702-792-1300
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Diane von Furstenberg swimsuit, price upon request, Diane von Furstenberg Boutique at The Shoppes at The Palazzo, 702-818-2294 CHANEL sunglasses $295; Donna Karan Jacket, $330; Donna Karan earrings, $335, all available at Neiman Marcus Fashion Show Las Vegas, 702-731-3636 Lesilla shoe, $1195, Gregory’s at The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian, 702-792-1300
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Bottle Betty Havasuit bikini, $74, bottlebetty.com
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once a vegas-hater, sTEPHEN CHRISTOPHER visits the mandarin oriental, and RETURNS with a new perspective. Many tastemakers perceive an elegant Las Vegas as little more than a preposterous concept. Recent developments, though, like The Palazzo and the CityCenter, may have them rushing to recast their votes. The recently opened Mandarin Oriental furthers that notion by bringing real style to Vegas. It sits like a zenned-out, fourth-quarter Phil Jackson amidst the chaos of the crowd. We snared a new Mercedes-Benz E350 convertible for the drive to Vegas—a zippy convertible with a special AIRCAP wind deflector that makes riding with the top down nearly as windless as with it up. A one-touch button puts the top down for cruising down Tropicana Blvd.—perfect for warm summer nights. In a town where money really is no object, and back when there was plenty of it, the Mandarin Oriental smartly awarded their 400-room Las Vegas project to architectural firm Kohn Pedersen Fox, and interior designer Adam D. Tihany. The design duo has created an aesthetic masterpiece in the desert. Guests may opt to travel in style to and from the airport with the Mercedes-Benz S series airport transfer service (concierge is standing by). Since the hotel isn’t attached to a casino, you’ll love that there’s no ding-dinging of slot machines or pathetic faces of those pouring their pennies into the abyss.
Top optional: the new Mercedes-Benz E350, seen here pulling up to the Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas, is the perfect weekend escape machine. mercedesbenz.com
The Spa at the Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas
The Mandarin Oriental group of hotels is considered by most luxury travelers as the top of the heap. Here, the same rule applies. With the exception of the elevators, where you can’t merely take one from the ground level to your suite (with some annoyance, you must transfer at the lobby level on the 23rd floor to another elevator), the hotel is picture-perfect. The guestrooms offer jetliner views and a nice assortment of techno gadgets like a hand-held control panel that enable guests to manage the lighting, room temperature and entertainment systems at the touch of a button. There’s even a smart valet cabinet alongside your door. Order the morning paper, or suit to be cleaned, and you needn’t even open your door. Open the small valet door and your goodies are waiting for you. The hotel offers plush watering holes and restaurants to keep you hydrated in the desert, like the Mandarin Bar on the 23rd floor. The bar offers stunning Vegas views in a quiet atmosphere that welcomes intelligent conversation. For dining, there’s three-star Michelin chef Pierre Gagnaire’s first restaurant in the United States, Twist by Pierre Gagnaire, and the all-day dining establishment, MOzen Bistro, which features authentic Asian dishes and multinational fare. The 27,000-square-foot Spa at the Mandarin Oriental has 17 treatment rooms, multiple relaxation and water experiences, an expansive fitness center, and dedicated yoga studio. The tranquil environment is a completely holistic experience based on the union of modern techniques and Eastern traditions. You can also enjoy a magnificent pool facility with 20 cabanas and a pool café, serving seasonal, light fare. If you want to enjoy Vegas entertainment with the privilege of retreating to a quiet, luxury hotel and spa, this is it. If you’re a high-roller who appreciates supreme luxury, then one of the three lavish presidential suites on the hotel’s top floors (each measures over 3,200 square feet) is for you. Mandarin Oriental. Now, an elegant Las Vegas is no longer an oxymoron.
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Prada chandelier overlay dress, $20,160; duchesse belt with crystal detail, $3830; poplin stretch sleeveless top, $450; nylon and polyester stretch briefs, $270, Prada, Beverly Hills, 310-278-8661
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Dolce and Gabbana silk lace strapless dress, $2595; silk & jacquard bodysuit, $1250, Dolce and Gabbana, Beverly Hills, 310-888-8701
Photo: Daffyd Jones
Balmain SS10 Collection
Valentino voulant dress with capelet, $4950, Valentino, Beverly Hills, 310-247-0103
Les Habitudes Rankie skirt in sintaft, $3295; Les Habitudes Trash Couture hand-draped bodice with semiprecious stones, $4295, Les Habitudes, LA, 310-273-2883
Lefranc Ferrant jumpsuit, $1890, Beau Monde, NY, 212-570-6889
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My friend Rushka Bergman, one of the best stylists in the world, turned up with her friends for lunch wearing her Balmain jacket covered with Swarovski crystal beads and her Balenciaga black dress with twelve-inch puff sleeves— her black hair straight to the waist, and red lipstick. I asked her where she was going, and she replied, "To sunbathe, darling." It’s now obvious we must dress up at all times.
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Dolce and Gabbana silk dress with silk bodysuit, $2950, Dolce and Gabbana, Beverly Hills, 310-888-8701
Alexandre Herchcovitch FW10 Collection
Valentino strapless leather dress with side drape, $3950; cape with tie back, $1150, Valentino, Beverly Hills, 310-247-0103
Balmain military wool jacket, $9235, netaporter.com
Givenchy SS10 Collection
Dolce and Gabbana wool double-breasted blazer, $2095; silk bodysuit, $1295, Dolce and Gabbana, Beverly Hills, 310-888-8701
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Dior belt, $400, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211
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Hot Tips for Summer! —George Blodwell I just returned from London where Amanda Eliasch, our fashion editor, celebrated her birthday with a party in St. Marks Church in Mayfair. Amanda graciously flew me to London to attend this event—I can’t thank her enough. I had a wonderful time. It was a spectacular event with a very glamorous crowd. From the art world came collector Kay Saatchi and practitioners Tracey Emin, Marc Quinn, Gavin Turk, Tim Noble, and Sue Webster. Star milliner Philip Treacy and style dictatrix Trinny Woodall partied with rock aristocracy represented by Pink Floyd’s David Gilmour and Nick Mason. Also there were Princess Chantal of Hanover and Countess von Bismarck. Best head-dress? Heather Kerzner. Best dancer? Musician Magnus Fiennes. John Lewis was the florist, and Carl de Canada the deejay. And if Amanda topped the bill, then Best Supporting Actor was her decorator friend Nicky Haslam, whose outfit was pure Zorro in Ruritania. While in London, I was lucky enough to stay at the Langham oldest hotel in Europe. It has just gone through a multimillion-dollar makeover. The bathrooms are breathtaking. My morning breakfasts in the hotel restaurant were truly beautiful, with the pink coffee pot that perfectly matched the roses. I was in Heaven. I have to partake in high tea when I’m in England so I always frequent Fortnum and Mason in Piccadilly.
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Our summer swimsuit issue might inspire you to shape up a bit. I was lucky enough to be connected to Katie Schaefer at Dr. Frank
Burberry red coat, $995, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211
Company of We T-shirt, $95, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211
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Beverly Hills office to try out the latest advance in laser fat removal, Zerona. I am a convert, as this treatment has trimmed two and a half inches from my waist in just six sessions. All I had to do was lie there for 40 minutes and watch as the red laser lights danced over my spare tire. And lo and behold, the results were amazing. Katie took this opportunity to also put an intensive collagen mask on my face, the latest and greatest from Purigenex ICM. I am so happy with the results. Listen up, men! Burberry has a très chic pea coat for summer. continues his reputation of great style with his lovely lavender jacket. Paired with Alexander McQueen’s lavender shirt featuring a tie bar with his signature skulls, very cool. Dior has a very nice belt, a great touch to update your new waistline. Company of We is making waves with clever and wearable duds that are classic but quirky with a twist. Check out their shorts… and even their white T-shirt has a great neckline that is subtle but very different and effective. Don’t forget to throw on a scarf or cap from Paul Smith to separate yourself from the pack and show you have a fun and artistic side. I love the classic black and white swim trunks from Gucci and Prada. And speaking of black and white, these Alessandro Dell’Acqua sneakers are good looking and cleverly designed with a Velcro cross closure. Tom Ford
Summer is here, and the time is right for dancing in the streets!
Paul Smith scarf, $125, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310550-5900
Paul Smith cap, $75, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900
Tom Ford lilac jacket, $3395, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900; Alexander McQueen shirt, $495, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Fortis Marine Master watch, $1825, Prime Time, San Diego, 858-622-1819
Tom Ford loafer, $780, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900
Company of We short, $130, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211
Gucci swimshorts, $380, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900
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Alessandro Dell’Acqua shoe, $335, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Prada swimsuit short, $295, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900
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am an insecure person. I am also a jealous person. These two comments are not necessarily related, though they go together like anger management and Sean Penn. Basically, I am the type of person who should not be on Facebook. But I am, and it’s getting to the p oint where I’m going to have to ask a trusted friend to change the password for me so I can’t get into it. I know, this seems drastic. But the Internet is getting out of control. I can Google anyone and discover anything: members of my high school class who now have awesome jobs, my boyfriend’s exgirlfriends who have effortless style, and an ex-boyfriend who now looks like a Great Depression–era farmer. Thank you, Internet, for this wealth of useless yet somehow unbelievably important information.
I like to think of my Googling not as insecure, insane stalking, but more like I’m the Indiana Jones of search engines; it is my job to sift through the ruins of ancient relationships (personal, professional, and romantic), deftly switching the precious facts I’ve gathered with a bag of uselessness, before the giant stone ball drops behind me and threatens to run me over. This is purely archeological. I need to see photos of a former close friend’s boyfriend to see if he’s cute (he’s not). I need to know if my ex-boyfriend is still in that band that kind of sounded like The Cars (he’s not). Then suddenly it’s 1:30 in the morning and I’m reminiscing about high school while simultaneously watching clips of Titanic on YouTube. This is not a healthy use of time. Especially when I discover that a former classmate of mine has a career I would pillage for. That’s right, pillage. As in plunder, pillage, rifle and loot. Real pirate shit. But instead of feeling happy for her and moving on with my own lovely life, I grit my teeth and click “next” to see more photos of her with Quentin Tarantino.
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Are others able to resist the temptations of Google and Facebook? My best friend was not. She was delighted to discover that her boyfriend’s ex had thick forests of hair under her arms. “Look,” she whispered, pointing a perfectly manicured nail at her computer screen. Her delight could not be masked. Her boyfriend’s ex’s Facebook page was practically the Ark of the Covenant. Questions that she didn’t want to ask her boyfriend—Is she prettier than me? What did she like? What did you two have in common?—were immediately answered with a Facebook profile and an album titled “Morning Hike.” It’s all out there. Sometimes, curiosity kills. Ninety percent of the Internet is full of things that you did not need to know and wish you never had known. There is the Pink Heart of Doom. When someone changes their Facebook profile to read that they are (or are no longer) in a relationship, a pink heart appears next to their name. When I was single, it seemed like all I saw were the fresh pink hearts of exes and flings past who had found love and wanted everyone to know it. I wanted to slam my laptop down and smash it against the wall into shards, then use those shards to key cars in parking lots. Would I have found out about their new relationships if not for Facebook? And why was I still Facebook friends with them anyway? Why is it that we’re friends with people on the Internet that we would never even give so much as a courtesy nod to in “real life”? The madness needs to end. I’m going to hang up my Indy fedora. It is actually not my job to uncover these precious artifacts of people’s personal lives. It’s like the climactic scene at the end of Raiders of the Lost Ark, where Indy and his friends are tied up and the Nazis open the Ark, unleashing pure evil. “Shield your eyes!” Indy shouts. “Don’t look directly at it!” I’m shielding my eyes from Facebook.
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nicola gerber maramotti talks about travel, packing, and three things she couldn’t possibly leave behind. Nicola Gerber Maramotti was born in Germany, studied in the U.S., and now lives in Italy. In 1991, she met her husband, Ignazio Maramotti, chairman of the MaxMara Fashion Group. Since then, she’s been working for the company as director of European retail development. Together with Luigi Maramotti, chairman of MaxMara and Ignazio’s brother, she was instrumental in developing the company’s Max&Co. brand in Italy and abroad. The couple has four children.
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Who is the MaxMara client?
The MaxMara client is an international and cosmopolitan woman— contemporary, sophisticated, interested in the quality of the garments she purchases.
Maloof-nassif is a successful wife and mother who also happens to co-own a las vegas hotel & casino and an nba basketball team.
Adrienne Maloof-Nassif has every reason to be exhausted. Besides running a successful household with three wonderful adrienne maloof-nassif children, she also co-owns the Maloof Companies, whose holdings include the Sacramento Kings and The Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas. She’s currently developing and producing two films for release next year and three reality television shows. A philanthropist at heart, Adrienne has created numerous camps for underprivileged youth and shelters for animals. Whew! The Maloof Money Cup pro skateboarding event in Orange County, which will take place in August. We also launched Black Star beer, secured a great draft pick for the Sacramento Kings, and will launch amazing summer events at The Palms in Vegas.
What projects are you currently working on?
The Palms Fantasy Tower palmsfantasy.com
If you could take only one person on vacation, who would it be? As a mom, I’m changing the question a
bit because I’d take my three kids. I’d want to enjoy this stage of their lives with them—just us! Where’s your favorite place to escape to?
If you could take only one person on vacation with you, who would it be? My husband, of course! The
person I chose to stay with forever, he is the best person to travel with and saves me from getting lost. Cristallo Hotel, Spa & Golf, Cortina d’Ampezzo, cristallo.it
What’s your favorite place to escape to?
I love to discover the world and different cultures. I especially love Cortina d’Ampezzo and the mountains.
The Cube padded jacket—extremely versatile and transformable from day to night, formal to sporty, longer to shorter, heavier to lighter, from one mood to the next. I also bring jeans and cashmere sweaters.
What would you pack?
MaxMara jacket, $1075, MaxMara, Beverly Hills,
MaxMara Margaux bag, $1045, MaxMara, Beverly Hills, 310-385-9343
Name three items you couldn’t leave behind. Well, the Cube padded jacket, a pair of perfect-fit denims, and a soft cashmere sweater. How do you go from day to night without bringing your entire closet with you? A knee-length dress, with
the right accessories and nice jewels. A pair of flats and a sexy pair of high heels for the evening.
What shoes do you bring?
What handbags do you bring? I’ll definitely bring the Margaux bag. It’s chic, elegant, and simply perfect for a dynamic woman, to move from the office to the airport to a weekend break.
MaxMara long asymmetrical What’s your favorite item this season? closure jacket, $1345, MaxMara, NY, 212-879-6100 White cotton blouses from MaxMara.
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The Palms, because everything is in one place: condos for rent, a movie theater, great restaurants, the best spas…all with a personal touch. What would you pack? I love shoes, so I’d pack all my platform shoes. And my YSL soft pink lipstick. I love kickboxing, so I’d have to bring my workout gear. Name three items you couldn’t leave behind. My Toshiba laptop, sunscreen by Clinique, and my Verizon Droid phone
YSL Rouge Volupté Silky Sensual Radiant Lipstick SPF 15, $34, yslbeautyus.com
How do you go from day to night without bringing your entire closet with you? It sounds simple, but a little
black dress, an Elizabeth and James blazer, and platform pumps are key. Add great big diamond hoops by Harry Winston, and the transition is complete. Fendi boots, Versace Polka Dot platform pumps, Versace Medallion sandals, Fendi stretched platform pumps, and Nike tennis shoes.
What shoes do you bring?
Clinique SPF15 face and body cream, $20, clinique.com
What handbags? Stella McCartney has a great oversized black bag that is classic and functional. I also love that all of her items are animal-friendly. What’s your favorite item this season? The YSL nudecolored platform pump. The shoe is a classic. Platform shoes are really empowering to women. They give great height and are very sexy.
Harry Winston 5.5cts diamond gemlock hoops, price upon request, Harry Winston, Beverly Hills, 310-271-8554
YSL Tribute patent-leather pump, $760, netaporter.com
The Droid Incredible by HTC phone, $199.99, verizonwireless.com
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5. Meadowood Napa Valley: 2010 Harvest Immersion. For wine enthusiasts looking for the ultimate harvest experience…Meadowood Master Sommelier Gilles de Chambure is available by advance reservation to accompany guests through a daylong series of special access opportunities at harvesting wineries, including personal introductions to winery owners, behind-thescenes tours, and special tastings of wines pulled from secret racks. Enjoy this in-depth tour with the comfort of a sedan and driver for the day, as well as a mid-day gourmet wine country picnic 800-458-8080.
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8. Break away to The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel for a true Southern California beach experience, and let the gentle ocean waves and warm coastal sun take you away from it all. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, One Ritz Carlton Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629, 949-240-2000 or 800-241-3333, ritzcarlton.com
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FUNNY GIRL A New York City native, Kali Hawk started performing on stage when she was 6 years old. And she hasn’t stopped working since. In 2005, she made her professional acting debut opposite Todd Bridges in the comedy Issues. You might also remember her from the hilarious Couples Retreat, starring Vince Vaughn and Jon Favreau. This summer she can be seen in Universal Pictures’ Get Him to the Greek, starring Jonah Hill and Russell Brand. Describe your personal style.
Terminator meets Annie Hall at the Betsey Johnson store. It’s a juxtaposition of the three—a little bit edgy, futuristic, a little eclectic and offbeat, but still cute and fun!
Mason Pearson Junior paddle brush, $126, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900
What’s your favorite item in your closet?
Marc Jacobs dress, $995, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900
A black Marc Jacobs dress.
What’s always in your purse?
Clinique Long Last Glosswear in tenderheart, Mason Pearson paddle brush, my Barneys card, and Hugo Boss shades from my dad.
Dior Fine Jewelry ring, $79,950, Dior, Beverly Hills, 310-859-4700
What’s your weekend look?
I like to wear skinny jeans by Unknown Factory, T-shirts, and lots of jewelry—the bolder the better. I especially love colorful Dior rings. What message do your clothes give the world about you?
I enjoy both life’s sparkle and grit in equal measure. Clinique Long Last Glosswear SPF15 in Tenderheart, $14, Macy’s, LA, 213628-9311
If you could only wear one designer from head to toe, who would it be? Versace.
The Unknown Factory jeans, What’s your favorite low-price secret-weapon store? Macy’s. $198, Kitson, What’s your earliest fashion memory? 310-859-2652 This is slightly embarrassing, but my mother and I used to have matching fur coats—only mine had a little hood. To this day I love anything with a hood.
Alberta Ferretti top, $625, skirt, $895, Alberta Ferretti, LA, 310-652-9000 Dominique Cohen pendant, price upon request, Dominique Cohen, LA, 310-469-6684 Cesare Paciotti shoes, $760, Cesare Paciotti, Beverly Hills, 310-273-3220
What do you sleep in?
Socks! I always leave my socks on. What kind of watch do you wear?
Longines Heritage Conquest in 18K solid rose gold and leather strap. Who is your favorite fashion photographer?
Helmut Newton. His photographs present women as icons of power and sex, but also of elegance and strength. I find all four attributes appealing. Versace jacket, $3995, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900
What’s your favorite scent, and why?
I wear 1 Million by Paco Rabanne. I absolutely love that the bottle looks like a bar of gold. When I wear that scent I feel like a million bucks! What’s your favorite vacation destination, and why?
Longines Heritage Conquest watch, $5500, Feldmar Watch Co., LA, 310-274-8016
Holyhead, Wales. I am obsessed with Wales and have been since childhood. I really love the language and the sheep, and I adore the Mowbrays (my extended family). I also found it amusing that there’s a town named Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch. Do you overpack or underpack?
I always underpack—it leaves more room for the new stuff. What’s your go-to boutique in LA?
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Hervé Léger.
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BeACHY KEEn La Perla’s second LA boutique brings the gold standard in lingerie and swimwear to the luxe Malibu Lumber Yard. —Shannon L. Bowen
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t was years ago, in the middle of a workday, and I was standing in the center of the Santa Monica Airport Barker Hangar during that sacred time of year known as the Barneys Warehouse Sale. As usual, crowds of half-dressed, very intense women were milling about, searching for The Amazing Deal. Having already done plenty of damage among the shoes, I moved on to the cardboard boxes and started digging. Then I saw it. The La Perla label. And it was La Perla’s Black Label. At least for me, that’s the Holy Grail of fine lingerie. With that label, whatever it was, I was going to buy it, and love it, and make it fit.
La Perla Tulasi bikini with braid detail, $460
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After much untangling, I had my reward: a black demi bra and matching thong (in my size!) in the finest mesh, with a beautiful architectural structure created by stripes of boning material encased in satin. And it was a steal. I can only describe my emotional state at that moment as utter euphoria. That’s the magic of La Perla. It’s lingerie so fine, so precious, so well made, that even if no one ever sees it, wearing it just makes you feel good. So last November, when the company opened a new location in the luxurious new Malibu Lumber Yard shopping mecca, you could practically hear the Westside’s female population sigh with delight. “The Lumber Yard is a one-of-a-kind retail environment,” says La Perla North America CEO Suzy Biszantz. “We were excited about the opportunity to open a second boutique in the Los Angeles market and to become a part of the Malibu community.”
wear and lingerie, including my favorite, Black Label, which the La Perla company wittily describes as “a White mix of irony and deluxe transone-piece gressions,” and La Perla Studio, with a best-seller at this location. “The Studio snakeskin collection offers a more modern and conprint temporary design with styles in microfiber detail, and stretch tulle that are always a client favor$357 ite,” says Biszantz, adding that it also includes “premium-quality soft cotton pants and tops that make for perfect loungewear and yoga styles.” Clearly, La Perla knows its market; after all, nothing screams “Malibu” like an uber-high-end yoga pant. For obvious reasons, the label’s swimwear lines— “renowned for innovative couture hand detailing,” Biszantz says—are also a huge hit at La Perla Malibu. But the store has already become something more than a retail hub. One of Biszantz’s goals for La Perla is to support charitable organizations in the communities where La Perla boutiques are located by hosting in-store promotions and shopping events. To that end, the Malibu store recently threw a “swimwear-focused” fête that benefited Heal the Bay and was hosted by Perrey Reeves and Jen Rade. “La Perla is aware of the increasing importance our clients place on philanthropy, and believes that these local charity organizations have a positive impact on their communities,” Biszantz says. Super-sexy lingerie and a social conscience—I like it!
As for me, I know lightning doesn’t strike twice, but I’ll continue to dig through cardboard boxes at the Barneys sale, hoping for another La Perla–related eureka moment. And La Perla Malibu carries the brand’s complete line of swimuntil that happens, I’ll see you in Malibu. La Perla, 3939 Cross Creek Rd, Malibu, 310-456-7078, laperla.com
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NEW attitude Still going strong after 48 years, the Greta boutique has withstood fashion’s fickle finger. Now, as the 86-year-old Greta herself shares with our Almie Rose, the real secret of successful style lies in one simple Gretaism.
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hen I arrive to interview Greta, of the venerable Beverly Hills institution, I am greeted by Greta herself, wearing a hip Vivienne Westwood T-shirt and her signature gold Greta jewelry. I introduce myself. “What’s Genlux?” she asks. “I’ve never heard of it.” I explain to her who I am and whom I write for—when I’m interrupted. “She’s playing with you,” laughs Victoria, Greta’s self-proclaimed right hand. Greta breaks into a smile and laughs—the first of many. Her poker face is so good she could work as a double agent. Although she’s 86, Greta has the mind of a 20-year-old. This is evident when you browse her store (a 48-year-old mainstay) and see her wild, yet also strangely defined, designs. From the outside Greta looks like a perfectly nice, typical Beverly Drive boutique. Inside, it’s large—and bright white; everything looks clean and everything gleams. But tucked seductively in the racks and displayed on glass tables, you’ll find pieces like a black and white fringed military jacket, a white A-line Mod-looking shift with black vinyl patches, and the most exquisitely beaded mini dresses. “Where does your inspiration come from?” I ask Greta, amazed. “Everyone asks that same question,” she muses. (Oops.) “From here,” she says, pointing to her head. She has a lot to draw from. She left Vienna at 11 years of age and headed for England. When she was about 20, she returned to Vienna and started her fashion empire. In her younger days Greta was known for using a walking stick, and not because she needed one. Spats were also one of her personal touches. Complementing Greta couture are lines from Sachin + Babi,
Vivienne Westwood, Sarah Pacini, Majestic, Basix Black Label, and many others. This summer season Greta is busy making one-of-a-kind bridal party collections. She specializes in mother-of-the-bride, mother-of-the-groom and custom-made bridal gowns. I spy one long, creamy white Empire-style piece. The top is pintucked, complete with embroidered flowers. One bride opted for detailed beaded minidresses as bridesmaid gowns. There is no one type of customer here. They range from old to young, from coast to coast, from all over the world. While in the store I saw an older gray-haired woman try on a coat, and later a young blonde woman tried on an outrageous miniskirt. The boutique has something for everyone and has become a favorite for Beverly Hills wives, though being one is certainly not a requirement to shop here. “Dressing is an attitude,” Greta declares with a clever smile —a good mantra for the store. The pieces here are exquiste. The choice of fabrics devine. Even a simple skirt is accentuated with a stunning array of pleats and detailed handwork. Each piece is a work of art. Truly exquisite. Shopping at Greta feels like a little girl’s dream of having access to an eccentric yet madly stylish dress-up closet. But this is no dream. This is the woman who launched the careers of major European designers and now collaborates with Alvaro of James Galanos fame. And there’s no sign she’s slowing down. When asked for advice, she pauses and offers, “Keep going. Don’t let the age bother you.” She would know. That, and “Wear it from the shoulders.” I immediately take her advice, sit up straighter and roll my shoulders back. Like Victoria said earlier, “No one says no to Greta.”
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was 10 years old the first time I visited the Waldorf-Astoria. I remember stepping out of the cab and looking at this colossal building decorated with colorful Christmas lights—feeling overwhelmed with excitement—and so impressed with the majestic Park Avenue entrance. Many a high-profile personality has stayed there. The Duke and Duchess of Windsor maintained their New York residence in The Towers. John and Jackie Kennedy spent their wedding night in a Waldorf Towers suite, and many movies were shot there as well. Earlier this year, I visited New York to attend Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week and revisited this legendary landmark. This time I chose to stay at the Waldorf Towers, a boutique hotel adjacent to the WaldorfAstoria with its own entrance and lobby. The atmosphere is homey and serene, there’s no fuss or craziness of a huge lobby. The furniture reminded me of a French chateau. Crystal chandeliers hang from the high ceilings, casting a sparkling glow on
ROYAL TREATMENT As samia arslane finds, The glamour of Old new york still reigns Supreme at the waldorfastoria and waldorf towers. the immaculate hardwood floors. My suite was spacious and elegantly appointed with French and English antiques, as well as museum-quality reproductions. After a rough day, the best way to unwind is to pay a visit to the gorgeous 14,000-square-foot Guerlain Spa—one of the few in the world. Located on the 19th floor, the view will take your breath away and the zen décor, inspired by the hotel’s legendary Art Deco design, will transport you to another world where you are the queen— with everyone catering to your every need. The Waldorf-Astoria was the world’s first skyscraper hotel, and remains one of the world’s largest Art Deco buildings. It took a decade and $200 million to restore the finery of its grand public spaces. With a storied reputation of unparalleled hospitality and service, the Waldorf is the quintessential New York destination.
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fedora, $315, netaporter.com
Sex & the City by Dogeared Eiffel tower, stiletto, heart, and white pearl charm necklace on 30� cable chain, $150, Fred Segal, LA, 323-651-1935
Pucci beach dress, $975, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900 Jean Paul Gaultier bikini, $375, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211
Bvlgari shades, $495, Dan Deutsch, Beverly Hills, 310-246-9468
Shay Todd cutout swimsuit, $255, netaporter.com
Missoni bikini, $415, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211
Bottle Betty Havasuit bikini in white, $74, bottlebetty.com Michele Tahitian Jelly Bean watch with silicone strap, stainless steel case, and chronograph dial, $295, michele.com
Velvet Angels Bubble Bar fuchsia patent sandal; $165, Diavolina, LA; Novecento, Orange County, 3appos.com
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Missoni Portici halterneck one-piece, $785, netaporter.com
Lanvin satin pompom raffia sandal, $585, netaporter.com
Zimmermann Chelsea scallop jumpsuit, $300, netaporter.com Hunter Dixon Alexa dress in cloud dancer print, $345, Live! On Sunset, West Hollywood, 310-360-1660 CHANEL dress with tie back, $1135, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Dolce & Gabbana dress, $1195, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900
Blumarine dress, $1565, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900
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Christian Louboutin Tahiti 120 coral patent peep-toe Mary Jane with white ribbing and flower strap detail, $1095, Christian Louboutin, West Hollywood, 310-247-9300, christianlouboutin.com
3.1 Phillip Lim pleated printed silkchiffon dress, $595, netaporter.com
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Mikimoto Aurora necklace with multicolored Black South Sea cultured pearls, diamonds, and colored sapphires set in 18K white gold, $42,000, Mikimoto, Beverly Hills, 310-2058787, mikimotoamerica.com Cesare Paciotti gold metal bag with tassels, $1800, Cesare Paciotti, Beverly Hills, 310-273-3220
Sylvia Toledano Peace Please silver clutch encrusted in Austrian crystals, price upon request, sylviatoledano.com
3.1 Phillip Lim short-sleeved cropped T with tie back in copper, $625; foldover shorts in copper, $595, 3.1 Phillip Lim, West Hollywood, 310-358-1988
Sachin + Babi for Ankasa skirt, $235; belt, $150, Greta, Beverly Hills, 310-247-1006
Deepa Gurnani headband, $90, M’attias, Santa Monica, 310-576-4711
J. Mendel tube dress, $1980, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310550-5900
Tony Bowls gold sequin tank dress, $300, tonybowls.com Whiting & Davis silver metal mesh handbag, $130, Greta, Beverly Hills, 310-247-1006
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Bodyamr Studio Debbie silk jersey mini dress, $1150, Beckley, West Hollywood, 310-652-3500; bodyamr.com
Basix Black Label gold silk with gold and silver sequins dress, $570, Greta, Beverly Hills, 310-247-1006
Cartier Trinity sautoir draped multi-chain necklace with diamonds, price upon request, Cartier, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4272
Donna Karan bodysuit, $695, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900
Cartier Trinity sautoir draped multi-chain necklace with diamonds, price upon request, Cartier, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4272
Etro pochette clutch, $1633, Etro, Beverly Hills, 310-248-2855, etro.com
Donna Karan skirt, $895, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900
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Christian Louboutin Banana 140 Hardwick pump, price upon request, Christian Louboutin, 310-247-9300, christianlouboutin.com
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HAVE FUN IN THE SUN THIS SUMMER—BUT FIRST, STOCK UP ON THESE WARM-WEATHER FINDS. —DAWN SHAND JOHNSON
Liz Earle Sun Shade Botanical Aftersun Gel, $25, lizearle.com
Nars lipstick in Love Devotion— perfect for long summer nights. $24, NarsCosmetics.com; sephora.com
Beach-bound? Throw some Supergoop SPF30 Sunscreen Swipes into your beach bag and go! $34, barneys.com; sephora.com
Sabon Organic Day Cream is an excellent light daytime moisturizer. $39, sabon.com
The scent of Juara Candlenut Shower Gel will have you dreaming of sun and sand. $28, juaraskincare.com
For beautiful, light summer coverage, opt for Chantecaille Protection Naturelle SPF46 PA+++ Powder Full Spectrum Physical Protection. $65; refill, $30; Barneys New York, Beverly Hills, 310-276-4400; Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900
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Josie Maran Bronzing Argan Oil imparts a healthy glow. $52, sephora. com; josiemarancosmetics.com
Ahava Mineral Suncare SPF30 Sun Protection Anti-Aging Moisturizing Spray, $25, ahavaus.com
Origins Zero Oil Deep Pore Cleanser with Saw Palmetto and Mint leaves skin soft and refreshed. $18.50, origins.com
Love & Toast Honey Coconut Hand Cream, $10, Studio Beauty Mix at Fred Segal, 310-394-8509
Avoid harsh chemicals with Ava Anderson Nontoxic Makeup Removers, from a product line started by an ambitious teen who wanted to create healthier makeup choices. $14.95, avaandersonnontoxic.com
Hermès Voyage d’Hermès, 1.2oz, $9, Hermès, Beverly Hills, 310-278-0890, hermes.com
Jurlique Fruit Exfoliator, with natural enzymes, $45, jurlique.com
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GENLUXSHOP SUMMER SKIN The bold and the beautiful spend California summer afternoons wearing flip-flops, string bikinis, and this season’s ever-trendy short shorts. But perfecting the sun-kissed look from behind a pair of Chanel sunglasses isn’t as effortless as it may appear at first glance. For the tanned and trendy it comes at a price— and a procedure. —Susan Campos For some, the battle is cellulite. To temporarily reduce the dimpled look, a $1500 French machine called the Wellbox is designed to reduce the appearance of cellulite for those who want to do the treatment at home. $1499, yourwellbox.com
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Sunday Riley: Juno replenishes the skin and adds an obsession-worthy glow! $125, Barneys New York, Beverly Hills, 310-276-4400 Hourglass: Solar Tan gives the face that sun-kissed look—just the right color for that coming-from-a-perfectday-at-the-beach look. $60, Barneys New York, Beverly Hills, 310-276-4400
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LESS PAIN, MORE GAIN The future of plastic surgery promises less discomfort, faster healing, and better outcomes. Davis B. Nguyen, M.D. tells Genlux readers how. —Dawn Shand Johnson
What is an example of a cutting-edge surgical technique you employ? How does it represent an improvement over older methods?
The most cutting-edge surgical technique I am utilizing right now is a minimally invasive endoscopic browlift in combination with the use of fibrin glue wound sealant. A forehead lift or brow lift is intended to raise the upper eyelids and brows, reduce forehead creases, and soften frown lines. The endoscopic approach to browlifts represents a significant improvement over older methodologies wherein a large incision was made across the entire length of the forehead. The older technique is more invasive, can result in an unsightly scar and can negatively affect the patient’s hairline—and the results can appear unnatural. I use an endoscope (an instrument with a probe at the tip that transmits images to a TV screen), which allows me to perform a browlift by making only four small, well-concealed incisions in the patient’s hairline. Furthermore, I use fibrin glue to seal the wound bed, which inhibits the collection of fluid
underneath the skin. This results in less bruising, less swelling, and faster healing. Most important, the overall results of the procedure leave patients appearing natural and refreshed. What are some recent advancements in non-surgical cosmetic procedures?
I am really pleased with the recent emergence of injectable fillers containing lidocaine, like Juvéderm XC. I routinely use dermal fillers to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and to add volume to parts of the face that have lost collagen. The addition of the numbing agent lidocaine to this popular product affords my patients significantly greater comfort during Photo: Michelle Hood treatment. Given that injectable treatments need to be repeated two to three times a year, I welcome any advancement that helps to improve my patients’ comfort level during the procedure. Are there any other new tips, tricks, or products you recommend?
I’ve had great results using oxygen treatments to speed wound healing for my post-surgical patients. During these 30-minute sessions, post-procedural skin is nourished by a direct infusion of healing vitamins, nutrients, and oxygen, leaving the skin revitalized, supple, and healthy. As part of my comprehensive post-operative regimen, I also require that patients apply Kelo-cote, a silicone-based scar gel, to their incisions two to three times daily. Kelo-cote hydrates, protects, and normalizes collagen synthesis, thereby helping to ensure nearly invisible scars. As far as anti-aging products are concerned, Kinerase’s New C8 Under Eye Treatment is meeting a pressing demand for a painless solution to those pesky, dark undereye circles. The combination of Vitamin C and the Snap-8 neuropeptide also helps to reduce redness and puffiness and improves the appearance of fine lines around the eye. It has been a big hit with patients.
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For more information, contact Davis B. Nguyen, M.D., Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 9735 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 216, Beverly Hills, 310-550-0288, drdavisnguyen.com
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Double-Board-Certified, Beverly Hills facial plastic surgeon Dr. Davis Nguyen trained at Harvard and Yale, and subsequently with the famed Dr. Kamer of the renowned Lasky Clinic. A highly skilled surgeon, Dr. Nguyen specializes in the advanced facelift technique known as “Deep Plane.” He was recently chosen as one of only seven surgeons nationwide to act as a principal investigator in the FDA clinical trial to make fibrin glue available for use in facelift surgery. Here, Dr. Nguyen fills G e n l u x in on the latest advancements in anti-aging treatments. Photo: Lee Brubaker
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Coral is a great color for summer because it looks so fresh. The color brightens the face—alone, as a sheer wash over the top of cheekbones, or it looks fantastic when paired up with a bronze shader under the cheekbone. Try Benefit
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What’s the right way to wear bronzer?
Avoid bronzers with too much shimmer, as they tend to add texture and highlight skin imper-
fections. Instead, use a matte bronzer and medium blush brush to shade your cheeks and jawline. Use a mini flat bronzer brush and round, circular motion to apply a dusting of color over the entire face. I like Guerlain Terracotta Bronzing Powder, which comes in a variety of natural-looking colors.
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best EYE cosmetics Makeup Forever Aqua Cream Shadows in #15 is smudgeproof, tearproof, and waterproof. $22, sephora.com
powder blush in Coralista for a sheer, shimmering accent of color, or use Tarte Tipsy on the inner cheeks for organic translucency.
Cle de Peau Beauté Satin Eye Color in 111 Brown Opal, $45, Barneys New York, Beverly Hills, 310-276-4400; neimanmarcus.com
M·A·C Eye Khol Rosemary & Thyme Mid-Tone Olive Gold, $14.50, MacCosmetics.com
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Nars Multiple Tint in Caicos, $38, narscosmetics.com; sephora.com Tarte Tipsy Cheek Stain, $30, sephora.com
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best CHEEK colorS Benefit Coralista, $28, Bloomingdale’s, Beverly Center, 310-360-2851, bloomingdales.com
Lorac blush in Plush, $24, sephora.com
best nAIL COLOR M·A·C Scorcher Creamy Bright Coral Red, $12, M·A·C, Hollywood & Highland, 323465-5030, maccosmetics.com
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Customize your tan based on the season with Terracotta 4 Seasons. $74, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-2754211; sephora.com
“During warmer months, brows grow more quickly, so it will be easy to embrace this season’s 1960s ‘California Girl’ look and opt for a fuller, more natural brow.
A clean, well-maintained, classic-shaped brow will brighten and open up the look of your face. Start off by evening your skin tone with a concealer or light liquid foundation; then brush on a tawny-colored blush or bronzer (try my signature powder—it’s smooth and light, just right for summer). Next, if you use a pencil to highlight the brow bone, use either a beige or light-pink pencil, and draw a line directly under the brow along the brow bone, then blend color with a small, firm brush. If you use a cream shadow, apply a few dabs of a light beige or soft pearl shade directly under the arch with your fingertip or a small foundation brush. And remember, never over-tweeze. If you’re not sure what hairs to pull, put the tweezers down. Between visits to a brow specialist, keep your brows under control by tweezing obvious hairs that have grown below the actual brow line and between the eyebrows.” —Karen Scott, brow expert, Karen Scott Cosmetics, 310-553-5126, KarenScottCosmetics.com
For light summer coverage, try Korres Watermelon Lightweight Oil Free Moisturizer; it’s free of parabens, sulfates, mineral oil, and GMOs. $28, sephora.com
Senna HDExtreme Firming Radiant Makeup provides great buildable coverage. $45, sennacosmetics.com
Priori CoffeeBerry Perfecting Mineral Foundation SPF25, $45, prioriskincare.com
Monave Cream Foundation can be used as a concealer or a foundation. 7gm, $8.50, monave.com
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The Body Shop Italian Baked-toLast Bronze in Warm Glow, $24, The Body Shop, Glendale Galleria, 818-242-4880, thebodyshop-usa.com
The Balm Bahama Mama, a classic go-to bronzer, $19, sephora.com
CHANEL Soleil Tan de Chanel Sheer Illuminating Fluid in Sunkissed is sheer with light-reflecting pigments. $48, chanel.com
Smashbox Naked Beauty Halo Hydrating Perfecting Bronzer, $39, sephora.com; ulta.com
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best LIP COLOR Benefit Lip Shine in Spiked Punch, $18, Sephora, Hollywood & Highland, 323-462-6898; sephora.com Booty Parlor Kissaholic in Shiver is radiant all by itself or layered for extra shine. $16, bootyparlor.com Estée Lauder Lip Gloss in Coral Fantasy, $20, Nordstrom, South Coast Plaza, 714-5498300, nordstrom.com Shu Uemura vinyl unlimited lip gloss in OR521, $20, Barneys New York, Beverly Hills, 310-276-4400
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BUZZWORTHY Stay up-to-date with these latest dispatches from LA’s beauty scene. —Dawn Shand Johnson
SMASHBOX SOLD Adding to its stable of stellar cosmetics brands that include Clinique, Prescriptives, Bobbi Brown, M•A•C, and more, the Estée Lauder Companies Inc. announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Smashbox Beauty Cosmetics, Inc. The acquisition is expected to close in July 2010, subject to certain conditions. Smashbox Beauty Cosmetics was founded in 1996 by brothers Dean and Davis Factor, great-grandsons of the makeup legend Max Factor. “The Estée Lauder Companies is the ideal home for Smashbox,” said Dean Factor, CEO, Smashbox Beauty Cosmetics, Inc. smashbox.com
NO FAT CELLS A new treatment called Carboxytherapy offers a new weapon in the fight against everything from fat and cellulite to uneven skin tone. It involves the “injection of carbon dioxide, or CO2, in small amounts into the skin and the fat layer beneath the skin,” explains Dr. Fardad Forouzanpour of the Beverly Hills Cosmetic Surgical Group. “The presence of carbon dioxide in the tissue stimulates a number of cellular and chemical reactions, including increased vasodilation (dilation of the blood vessels), which causes more blood flow to the area. In turn, that results in collagen-production stimulation and the breakup of fat cells, which translates to skin tightening and skin color improvement.” Results can become more visible a few days after treatment, and repeat treatments are often required, but bruising and recovery time are minimal. $300–$600 per session, Beverly Hills Cosmetic Surgical Group, 8500 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 1020, Beverly Hills, 866-NEW-SELF, perfectself.com
LEAN IT OUT At the Sports Club/LA, and Brentwood’s Burn 60, a new class called Lean It Out is proving to be all the rage among women in their 30s, 40s, and up. “As a 40-something mother of a 6-year-old, I understand the challenges women face as we age,” says instructor Christine Khoury. “To age gracefully and stay fit and beautiful, we just need the tools to find balance in mind and body.” Integrating a variety of techniques Khoury has learned over the years, the class includes ballet movements, Pilates, stretching, and Khoury’s signature core (ab) work; plus, it involves no impact. “We use resistance bands, body weight, and light weights to strengthen and tone, combined with a blast of heavier resistance to really lean you out and get rid of bulk.” Khoury emphasizes beauty and determination. “I don’t allow women to wimp out or give up! I encourage them to feel beautiful and strong. It is a safe environment free of the competition that other gym classes can foster. There is also a mental and nutrition aspect of the class.” The Sports Club/LA, 1835 Sepulveda Blvd, 310-473-1447; Burn 60, Brentwood, 310-476-5656
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SKIN TIGHT Imagine a treatment that makes your skin not only appear firmer, but actually become firmer. The Spa at Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery has delivered just that with the Cryo Stem Therapy Facial. A new breakthrough in anti-aging skincare, it involves the topical application of a unique cryogenic and bioactive skin stem-cell serum. This unique therapeutic treatment complements all surgical, nonsurgical, and aesthetic cosmetic procedures, fights acne, and diminishes enlarged pores. Also excellent for a healthy summer glow is the Cryo Stem Hydra Facial (90 minutes, $250), which emphasizes deep hydration for a youthful radiance and instantly reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. 9454 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, 310-888-8087, beverlyhillsplasticsurgeryinc.com
G-FORCE Chicago’s Geri Giagnorio, the well-known aesthetician and makeup artist behind Geri G. Cosmetics and Geri G. Skin & Body, and the author of Eating for Better Skin, has set up shop in LA. 9201 Sunset Blvd, Ste. 805, West Hollywood, 866-791-9984 TAN LINE Get a professional spray tan in the comfort of your own home with the Infinity Spa Lite portable tanning system. Celeb owners include Jessica Alba, Paris Hilton, and Stephanie Pratt. It’s all natural and chemical-free, and for those who tan regularly, it can result in significant savings. Enjoy a complimentary training session with purchase. $2975, infinitysun.com
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Kate Somerville, the celebs’ favorite go-to skin guru, puts her vast knowlege of beauty into a brilliant new book, Complexion Perfection. $27.95, NeimanMarcus.com
READY FOR TAKE-OFF New TSA-friendly boutique 3floz.com has taken off, demystifying the 21st-century packing process with travel-size luxury beauty and grooming products in the magical carry-on-approved maximum of three fluid ounces. Products range from $3–$110, 3floz.com
LOCK ‘N’ ROLL Banish frizz, protect your color, and inspire hair envy with these summer tips courtesy of Argyle Salon & Spa stylists Gerald Nierderwieser and Alec Kara. —Dawn Shand Johnson Our best tip for summer is to get the Brazilian Blowout, which reduces frizz and turns curls into beautiful waves. Also use the Brazilian Blowout leave-in treatment. Use a small curling iron to create controlled waves; they’ll be more forgiving and last longer.
COLOR PROTECTION & REPAIR Kerastase Chronologiste Essential Restorative Concentrate is an ultra-rich masque that rejuvenates the hair and scalp. Made of caviar-like pearls, it uses nourishing minerals to provide UV protection, prevent color from fading, and add shine. 10 at-home applications, $145; in-salon treatment, $60; Juan Juan, 310-979-8081; Canale Salon, 310-273-8080
The Brazilian Blowout utilizes amino acid-, keratinbased products to smooth and relax hair and calm dry fly-always, giving the appearance of freshly blown-out hair for up to 12 weeks. This treatment is perfect for all hair types and allows active individuals to maintain soft, beautiful hair without a lot of effort. It doesn’t change hair texture, and clients don’t lose body—instead, they get healthy, shiny, beautiful hair. And in summer, this is a great way to avoid frizz when at the beach or while traveling to humid parts of the world. Just wash and go! $350, Argyle Salon and Spa, 8358 Sunset Blvd, 310-623-9000; argylela.com
From the line Self Help: Care of Ken Paves, Integrity in Sulfate-Free Shampoo gently cleanses damaged or color-treated hair. $20, qvc. com; ulta.com
POOL PREP
Apply René Furterer Waterproof Nutritive Oil KPF 90 Protective Summer Oil to your hair and slick back into a clean chignon, using a Mason Pearson brush, or put into a braid. The prodRené uct will protect against the sun and keep Furterer the hair from absorbing chlorine. Waterproof René Furterer Nutritive Straightening Oil KPF 90 Gel Anti-Frizz, For a natural look, use Protective $26, Argyle a very large curling iron Summer Oil, Salon & Spa, and turn sections of hair in $23, beauty. 310-623-9000 different directions—some com; spagoing up and some going look.com down—while wrapping the hair around the iron. Finish with Another option René Furterer No René Furterer No Rinse After Sun is the sleek ponyRinse After-Sun Moisture Spray, which will protect tail: Start by applyMoisture Spray, color from fading and sun damage. ing René Furterer $23, beauty.com Straightening Gel Anti-Frizz, and brushing the hair back Put together a loose up-do in just 10 minutes. into a ponytail. Finish Anyone can do it at home! Use a one-inch curling with René Furterer iron to create loose curls throughout the hair. Apply Waterproof Nutritive Oribe Anti-humidity Spray all over the hair, then Oil KPF 90 Protective simply take big sections and put them up by twistSummer Oil for a ing them. Use bobby pins to anchor the look. It’s shiny, sleek look. This a sexy, fantastic style for a windy day at the beach, product is waterproof and it will only get better throughout the day! and has SPF to protect your color. This is a chic look for the beach or pool.
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Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy infuses the hair with frizzbanishing keratin. In-salon treatments start at $300. Cottage Hair Studio, 310-967-0041; Cristophe, 310-274-0851
SUN PRODUCTS Su Suncare by Davines After Sun Moisturizing shampoo, $19.50; conditioner, $26.50, davines.com
SUMMER STYLES
Aveda Control Force Firm Hold Hair Spray filters damaging UV rays and provides 24-hour protection against humidity. Plus, it has a netzero impact on Earth’s climate. $26, aveda.com
Redken Color Extend Sun Solar Screen SPF12 protects both the hair and scalp. $16, redken.com Oscar Blandi Capri Sun Shield Spray, $20, sephora. com; ulta.com
Bumble and bumble Quenching Masque, $36, Steam Salon, 323-966-0024, bumbleandbumble.com Russel Organics’ nourishing Argan Oil fights frizz, smoothes, and adds instant shine. $28, russellorganics.com
TIPS FOR SUMMER MAINTENANCE: “If the woman has long hair, I recommend using products
with a lot of protein to keep the hair shiny and healthy. For oily hair, wash three times a week. For curly hair, I recommend using a leave-in conditioner. For short hair, use a light, alcohol-free gel. (I suggest GiGi’s Organic Natural Way products.) And a nice twist ponytail is a great summer look on anyone.” —GiGi, GiGi’s Vision Hair Salon, 434 N. Roxbury Dr, Beverly Hills, 310-273-0851 Photo by Tracey Morris; Model: Natalia Bonifacci
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Paul Smith Mariella canvas tote bag, $113, paulsmithusa.com
Paul Smith Swirl beach towel, 60” x 43”, $110, paulsmithusa.com
WAVE REVIEWS
Catch some rays—or a wave—at these exclusive Southern California resorts. —Shannon L. Bowen A grand escape right in our own backyard, Hotel Casa del Mar is a Santa Monica beachfront resort steeped in history. Founded in 1926 as Club Casa del Mar, a posh beach club and hotel built in the Renaissance Revival style, it was where the glitterati of the day went to kick up their heels and put their toes in the sand. It’s been many things since its early days—a military hotel and a Pritikin Longevity Center, among others—but in 1999, it underwent a multimillion-dollar renovation that restored its ’20s glamour. Now, you can dine al fresco by the property’s plunge pool, pamper yourself silly at the Sea Wellness Spa, and enjoy chef Michael Reardon’s much-loved market-fresh cuisine at Catch Restaurant & Wine Bar—all in an environment that celebrates the history and downright rollicking fun of the Roaring ’20s. From $395. 1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica, 310-581-5533, HotelCasaDelMar.com
A veritable garden by the sea, La Costa Resort & Spa is just 90 minutes south of LA, but it feels like a world away. Whether you’re looking for fun in the sun or just some luxurious R&R, this beautiful Spanish mission–style property will not disappoint. How could it, with 400 acres of amenities? You can spend your day teeing up on its two PGA championship 18-hole courses, working up a sweat on one of its 17 tennis courts, or lounging at one of its eight heated pools or five Jacuzzis. After all that, you’re going to need a visit to the spa. With its 42 treatment rooms, 15,000-square-foot spa courtyard, and famed Chopra Center at La Costa, the Spanish colonial–style Spa at La Costa is the perfect place to rejuvenate both mind and body. The resort also boasts award-winning cuisine—don’t miss the seasonal menu at the BlueFire Grill—and, for the kids, Splash Landing, replete with pools and slides. Low season from $237; high season from $265. 2100 Costa del Mar Rd, Carlsbad, 800-854-5000, lacosta.com
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With its traditional slate-gray siding with white trim, white wood-paneled walls, and balconies and trellises festooned with summer blossoms, Shutters epitomizes the classic American beachside luxury resort. Enter the lobby, furnished with cushy sofas, eclectic accent pieces and objets d’art by everyone from David Hockney to William Wegman, and you’ll be tempted to curl up in front of one of the two imposing fireplaces. But keep going or you’ll miss the Lobby Lounge, the perfect perch for cocktails at sunset. Hotel eatery One Pico, with views of the boardwalk and the Pacific, is still one of the best restaurants in town—and a superb spot for Sunday brunch, while the pool deck, renovated by sought-after designer Michael S. Smith, will surely tempt you with its ocean views, private cabanas, and full restaurant and bar service. Timeless and elegant, Shutters continues to hold its own. From $445. One Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, 310-458-0030, ShuttersOnTheBeach.com
California’s only Mobil Five Star and AAA Five Diamond Resort, the St. Regis Monarch Beach is a Tuscan-style gem perched on the cliffs overlooking the Pacific halfway between San Diego and LA. The St. Regis grounds are reminiscent of an enormous old-world villa. Book a cabana and lounge at the gorgeous heated pool (it’s even open at night!), take a stroll through the meticulously landscaped gardens, or opt for a bit of yoga on the beach. Resort guests also enjoy access to the Monarch Bay Beach Club, where you can dine on the sand or try your hand at surfing. Golfers will appreciate the 18-hole oceanfront course (the St. Regis is California’s only resort with such a course), and spa aficionados will be delighted with the beautifully appointed Spa Gaucin, which “celebrates life, love and wellness.” And let’s not forget the food! The St. Regis is home to Stonehill Tavern, from famed chef Michael Mina; this is modern American cuisine at its finest. Rates vary by season. One Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point, 949-234-3200, stregismb.com
SAND GRABS
SUMMER 2010 IS ALREADY SHAPING UP TO BE GOLDEN. REVEL IN EVERY SUN-KISSED MOMENT AT SUCH LA HOTSPOTS AS HYDE BEACH AT GLADSTONE’S MALIBU (NEW FROM SBE) AND THE ANNENBERG COMMUNITY BEACH HOUSE. —Shannon L. Bowen If you’re pining after the Hamptons (and aren’t we all?) but just can’t get away from LA this summer, I have good news: The Hamptons are coming to you, courtesy of SBE, which has turned the former White Lotus space into a unique indoor-outdoor nightlife destination dubbed The Colony. With distressed wood-plank floors, lush landscaping, wood-shuttered sliding doors, an expansive dance floor, multiple bars, and of course, beautiful people, The Colony is like your own Hamptons beach house right here in Hollywood. 1743 North Cahuenga Blvd, Hollywood, 323-525-2450, thecolonyla.com
It’s a summertime style trifecta: Once again, Oliver Peoples is hosting its Summer Sessions, a shopping party complete with open bar, top-notch DJs, and the opportunity to snag an Oliver Peoples Lamour, $390, amazing pair of shades. This summer, stop Oliver Peoples, 310-657-2553 by their Malibu location from 5–8 p.m. on June 5 and 12 (3900 Cross Creek Rd., #8) and their Sunset Plaza boutique on July 1, 8, 15 and 22 (8642 Sunset Blvd). oliverpeoples.com
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Get your fingers and toes in tip-top shape for the beach. Bellacures nail salon is opening their newest location in Santa Monica this July. 1609B Montana Ave, 310-584-4584, bellacures.com
This summer, Gladstone’s Malibu is getting its groove back in a big way. Every Saturday, beginning in July, it will host Hyde Beach, an ultra-hip beach party brought to you by the folks at SBE. Weekly guest DJs from around the world will keep an elite crowd hopping while you catch some rays and sip libations from SBE’s renowned mixology programs. California dreaming, indeed! Gladstone’s Malibu, 17300 Pacific Coast Highway, Pacific Palisades, 310-454-3474, gladstones.com
Beautify your summer-ready body from the inside out with Hansen’s Self Beauty Elixir, a new all-natural, low-calorie beverage that promotes healthy skin and overall wellness. It’s fortified with vitamins and minerals and is gluten- and preservative-free. Available in Blushing Berry, Pink Lemonade and Tropical Bliss. Can, $1.50; box of four, $4.99, Gelson’s, LA, 310-277-4288; selfbeautyelixir.com
Check into the Montage Beverly Hills and get comfortable at the rooftop pool—and we mean really comfortable. Not only can you indulge in complimentary 10-minute foot massages, hourly chilled towels, and frozen grapes, but if you forget your shades, you can borrow a pair of Puccis for the day. And be sure to stop by the hotel’s retail boutique, now carrying the latest Trina Turk summer accessories, like the Pacific Beach Bag in Trina’s Loop de Loop print, $125. 225 North Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310-860-7800, montagebeverlyhills.com
This summer, soak up some sun and culture at the Annenberg Community Beach House, where Hollywood history and the Pacific Ocean literally collide. Situated on five beachfront acres, the site was once the private estate of Marion Davies, built for her by her lover, William Randolph Hearst. Later, it became the famous Sand & Sea Club, and eventually 415 PCH—until the Northridge Earthquake put it out of commission. Now, thanks to a grant from the Annenberg Foundation, it’s back and better than ever as an oceanside architectural gem that’s open to all. It boasts a pool, play area, fitness room, gardens, docent tours, and plenty of beach-inspired recreational activities from yoga to volleyball—all for the enjoyment of the public.Visit annenbergbeachhouse.com for hours and very minimal fees. 415 Pacific Coast Highway, Santa Monica, 310-458-4904
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Bathing suit season. Three words guaranteed to douse your carefree, summertime vibe with a big splash of cold water—unless you’ve discovered designer Melissa Odabash, whose two-piece suits Vogue declared “the Ferraris of the bikini world.” A former runway and swimwear model, Odabash rebelled against the “hideous” looks she had to wear. (“When I was about 8, my mother used to wake me up to watch all the European fashion shows, and I used to comment on how I would change the lengths and styles,” she recalls.) Determined to do better, she crafted some bikinis by hand and shopped them around Milan. Soon after, she conquered the Victoria’s Secret catalogue, which counted her zebra-print bikini as its best-seller. ¶ Odabash doesn’t rely on heavy padding or over-the-top embellishments to create a sexy bathing suit; instead, she uses choice lingerie materials and smart, wearable cuts, and replaces the underwire with fine twisted elastic. Like one of Odabash’s fashion icons, Sophia Loren, the result is “classic, sophisticated, and incredibly chic”—and most of all, flattering…which is what every woman wants when stepping out and baring all. ¶ And Odabash hasn’t stopped there. She’s also glammed up iconic brand Speedo for its 75th anniversary, introduced a sleek ready-to-wear collection, and earned raves with her must-have beachwear line of caftans and cover-ups. Suddenly, it’s summertime, and the living is easy… —Shannon L. Bowen Rowena floor-length empire-waist caftan with drawstring, $370, odabash.com
ON AND OFF THE PLANE:
What’s in your carry-on? Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream. I love all Kate Somerville products, especially for long-haul flights. Lip balm. My iTouch. BlackBerry. A cashmere sweater and scarf because I’m always cold. My camera. NeuroSleep drink helps knock me out for the flight. NeuroAqua for hydration. What’s on your iPod? I have no idea! There are a couple of thousand songs on there, but my friends have to do it for me, as I am utterly clueless with technology. I know it has some Elton John, Sting, and James Blunt. Reading material? At the moment, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. What are your packing essentials for LA? All the dresses from my own ready-to-wear collection, my William Rast jeans, loads of T-shirts and little bomber jackets for cooler evenings. Lots of Jimmy Choo flats and high heels, and a Jimmy Choo baguette in a neutral color so it goes with most outfits.
Where do you...
Stay in LA? The Peninsula. I love it; it’s so central and has a gym. And it’s got a great scene in the lobby. Have drinks? Start at Soho House—I love the terrace—then finish off drinks at the W Hotel. LA FAVORITES
Shops: William Rast for all my jeans and leather jackets. Anywhere on Robertson, really— I love all the shops, and they’re conveniently close together. Restaurants: I love the Ivy for lunch. I’m sure it’s very touristy,
but coming from freezing London, I just love sitting outside and people-watching! I also love Gjelina’s in Venice; the food is amazing. Museums: Are there museums in LA? Haha! I love the Getty. Beach: Point Dume. It’s very private with nice tide pools, and I enjoy watching the surfers! Neighborhood: I love West Hollywood during Oscar season. Time of year: Oscar week is always fun—amazing parties… and I love looking at all the glamorous dresses!
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St Barts classic triangle-cut bikini with ring detail and removable padding in bikini top, $179, odabash.com
What packing essentials do you recommend for friends visiting LA? I always recommend packing plenty of sweaters and casual clothes; it’s not as dressy as New York or London. And I always tell people to bring an empty suitcase, as there are always great bargains to buy!
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Kate Somerville CytoCell Dermal Energizing Treatment, $150, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900
What’s the first thing you do to unwind? I go straight to the spa and get a massage and an oxygen facial at Kate Somerville. You leave with your skin glowing! How do you make your hotel room feel more like home? I set up my iPod and put Martyn Lawrence-Bullard candles around the room. Red-eye or morning flight? Morning. I’m scared of flying, so I like to see Helena floorout the window. length silk What do you wish LA had more of that caftan with you have in London? Proper taxicabs adjustable that know where they are going! belt and What do you wish London had that gold-bead deLA has? The Chris Cortazzo ranch in tailing, $862, Malibu; it’s the ultimate retreat to de-stress. odabash.com
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