Luxury handbag purveyor Perrin Paris 1893 is making its New York debut. The company, which is based in Paris and has its U.S. flagship location in Beverly Hills, Calif., recently signed a five-year lease for around 550 square feet at 987 Madison Ave. Read the original here: French outfit bags Carlyle Hotel outpost
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Marilyn Monroe slept here
December 1, 2011
Marilyn Monroe was a frequent guest and spent the most time in Bungalow One, but Bungalow Seven was her favorite and is known as the “Norma Jean.” Marlene Dietrich convinced the Beverly Hills Hotel to ease its dress code so she could wear pants in the Polo Lounge. Read more: Marilyn Monroe slept here
Bulgari Toi Et Moi Ring With Pearls, Diamonds and 18K Gold
December 1, 2011
Bulgari Toi Et Moi Ring Instantly recognizable, Bulgari designs are known for their bold, architectural designs. This vintage Bulgari ring marries a striking, geometric setting with soft, luminescent pearls with pink overtones. Comprised of 18K gold, .25 carats of pave set diamonds and two 7.5 mm cultured pearls, this ring offers a perfect balance of ocean meets industry, earth meets man. Its unique crossover design is inspired by the French Art Nouveau pioneered Toi Et Moi ring (french for you and me). The ‘Toi Et Moi’ ring is a celebrity favorite. Dean McDermott presented Tori Spelling with a vintage, French Toi Et Moi ring from Neil Lane on their third anniversary. This stunning setting, which in this case brings two pearls side-by-side, is designed to represent romantic closeness (a perfect gift for the holidays). See the original post: Bulgari Toi Et Moi Ring With Pearls, Diamonds and 18K Gold
Can Someone Please Loan California $98 Billion So We Can Have Our High-Speed Rail System? Thanks.
December 1, 2011
Californians have had their fingers, toes and eyes crossed for a high-speed rail system that connects NorCal to SoCal, promising a more convenient and efficient means to travel the Golden State without ever preparing for take off. But recent news from the state’s legislative analyst indicates that this transportation dream may be merely that – a dream. more › Read more from the original source: Can Someone Please Loan California $98 Billion So We Can Have Our High-Speed Rail System? Thanks.
Gwyneth Paltrow Talks About Hip-Hop Culture and ‘Tanning’ in Santa Monica in the 1960s
December 1, 2011
By now, you’ve probably heard Gywneth Paltrow rap N.W.A.’s “Straight Outta Compton” (if you haven’t, here’s the clip ). In a recent interview with Steve Stoute , author of “The Tanning of America: How Hip-Hop Created a Culture That Rewrote the Rules of the New Economy,” the actress bumps up her street cred even more, talking about how she discovered hip-hop as a teen in Los Angeles, and the role her father played in introducing black culture to the masses with his show “The White Shadow.” more › Visit link: Gwyneth Paltrow Talks About Hip-Hop Culture and ‘Tanning’ in Santa Monica in the 1960s
LAist Film Calendar 12/01-12/03: Cinefamily’s Animation Breakdown!
December 1, 2011
The Cinefamily draws us in this weekend with Animation Breakdown, a killer cartoon line-up featuring Pixar, Adult Swim, Don Hertzfeldt, Bruce Bickford & a kaleidoscope of Polish surrealists! more › Excerpt from: LAist Film Calendar 12/01-12/03: Cinefamily’s Animation Breakdown!
"Santa Ana Winds" Sons Of Bill
December 1, 2011
“Santa Ana Winds” is a 2011 song about Los Angeles by the Americana rock band Sons Of Bill from Charlottesville, Virginia. Composed by songwriter Abe Wilson , “Santa Ana Winds” lyrically portrays the emotions of one who visits the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles as the Santa Ana winds go to his head, calling out his name in the blinding moonlight. That pretty much sums up how the famous Santa Ana winds affect people.
Betsy Sharkey’s Critic’s Pick of the week – Margin Call
December 1, 2011
http://www.youtube.com/v/_YF69Kk_cbA?version=3&f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata Betsy Sharkey’s Critic’s Pick of the week – Margin Call Read the rest here: Betsy Sharkey’s Critic’s Pick of the week – Margin Call
Shaq says Kobe is one of the greatest NBA players of all time
December 1, 2011
http://www.youtube.com/v/71pR09mF2qU?version=3&f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata Video by Melissa Rohlin Originally posted here: Shaq says Kobe is one of the greatest NBA players of all time
After a Glendale Mother Has a Heart-to-Heart with Her Sons About Penn State Molestation Scandal, She Finds Out That Her Sons’ Babysitter Might Have Molested Them
December 1, 2011
A Glendale mother thought that the Jerry Sandusky molestation scandal at Penn State might provide a teachable moment for her children so she could warn them about the dangers of child molesters. It turns out that talk didn’t come a moment too soon. more › More here: After a Glendale Mother Has a Heart-to-Heart with Her Sons About Penn State Molestation Scandal, She Finds Out That Her Sons’ Babysitter Might Have Molested Them
