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Pick Up These Last-Minute NYE Frocks at Planet Blue's Sale

Melody Nazarian — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 06:25:04 PST

One of Kristin Cavallari's favorite LA boutiques, Planet Blue, is having a mega sale right now through Jan. 2, with 20 percent off everything, including sale items. And all five locations - Malibu, Venice, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, and Westlake Village - are in for the fashion fun. Pick up a last-minute NYE dress if you haven't found one already, or take this as a chance to snazzy up your style in 2012. But before you go, be sure to call the stores to make sure the frock you adore is available.

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Inside the West Hollywood Pad of LA Interior Designer Sayre Ziskin

Melody Nazarian — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 06:45:03 PST

If one of your 2012 resolutions is to spruce up your pad, then meet LA interior designer Sayre Ziskin, who's been working in the field for about a year. Before that, Sayre designed custom furniture, and before that she worked in advertising. After being laid off in 2008, she took it as an opportunity to pursue her passion. Sayre currently does both residential and commercial interior design - she assisted in the early stages of design for one of 2011's hottest restaurant openings, The Churchill - and even offers up a free initial consultation to discuss budget and vision. Step inside to see how this talented interior designer spruced up her own pad in West Hollywood, then pop by some of her favorite interior design stores in LA, which include Empiric, West Elm, Silverlake Salvage Yard, and Olde Good Things.

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Brighten Your Chilly Days With This Glam Photo Shoot at Huntington Gardens

Melody Nazarian — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 13:56:36 PST

True, it's not East Coast-style cold, but for us Angelenos who are used to sunshine days and high 80s, it's quite chilly out these days. I have the perfect little escape: LA brand Whetherly's Spring '12 lookbook shot at San Marino's breathtaking Huntington Gardens with Gia Coppola - whose LA pad we got a peek into recently - as the model. If you've never been to the botanical gardens, these glam shots are your nature- and fashion-filled peek. Grab a cup of hot tea and head inside.

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A NY Interior Store Lands in LA + 10 Off-Kilter Pieces For Your Pad

Melody Nazarian — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 07:30:03 PST

There have been home decor store openings galore in LA this year - Kelly Wearstler brought her aesthetic to Melrose in November, the Erinn V. Maison inspired Robertson Boulevard, and Community & Co. also brought a fresh design perspective to town. The latest addition is by New York interior design firm Haus Interior (8211 W. 3rd St., 323-951-0151), in business since 2007. If your pad is in desperate need of a makeover, then you must pop by soon. But first, get a peek at the fabulous space and consider 10 off-kilter pieces I handpicked just for you.

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A Look Back on 2011's 25 Most Amazing, Celeb-Studded Fetes in LA

Melody Nazarian — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 10:40:04 PST

As we look back on 2011, one thing's for sure: LA had no shortage of fabulous fetes this year. Victoria's Secret alone hosted a handful of launch parties with bombshell models like Miranda Kerr and Alessandra Ambrosio. Ella Moss celebrated 10 years in the company of hot Hollywood starlets; Vanessa Bruno celebrated her first year in LA with celeb pals like Rachel Bilson and Kate Bosworth; and Fashion's Night Out rocked the city with a gaggle of fashionable parties. While the palpable party moments have passed, let's keep the fashiony fun spirit alive by reminiscing about 2011's 25 most amazing, celeb-studded fetes.

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8 Reasons to Get Yourself to the Mall Right Now!

Melody Nazarian — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 06:36:04 PST

The mall can be a real drag, especially around this time of year, but Westfield Century City (10250 Santa Monica Blvd., 310-277-3898) and Topanga (6600 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Canoga Park, 818-594-8740) have provided eight good reasons to shove your way through the crowds. Number one for any bargain-loving fashionista is Zara's semiannual sale! Want to know more? Click through for the scoop and for a few more excuses to hit up the mall right now.

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Fab Recap: Rodarte Book Signing at Newly Opened Art and Fashion Showroom

Melody Nazarian — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:35:03 PST

Pasadena-based Rodarte designers Laura and Kate Mulleavy are really making their presence known in LA lately. The sisters designed a special gown collection on display at LACMA through Feb. 5, and last week had a signing for their recently released book, Rodarte, Catherine Opie, Alec Soth. The event was held at online retailer JustOneEye.com's new art and fashion showroom (7000 Romaine St.), which is open by appointment only. Step inside for a peek at the huge space, including rad Rodarte archives, then email info@justoneeye.com to set up a time to check it all out in person.

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Need Last-Minute Gift Ideas? Hit Up Whitney Port's 4 Top LA Present Stops

Melody Nazarian — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 06:30:05 PST

At Whitney Port's collection launch at Fred Segal a couple weeks ago, the designer and I chatted about holiday plans and gift shopping. About the former, Whitney wasn't so sure, "There are a couple things up in the air right now." But what she was certain about were her favorite LA gift stops. So if you're in dire need of last-minute holiday presents, I recommend hitting up the four stops Whitney shared. Step inside to find out what they are.

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Link Love: What the Beverly Center Santa Wants, Christmas Pizza Party, and More

Melody Nazarian — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 10:55:04 PST

Santa at the Beverly Center fields requests for iPads - Racked LA
Osteria La Buca throws a Christmas pizza party - Grub Street LA
Super-luxe gifting tips from Rodeo Drive's designer boutiques - Refinery 29
Ludo collaborates on porchetta dinner at Gram & Papa's - Eater LA
A Mulberry menagerie makes merry at the Marmont - All the Rage

Holiday Gift Guide: 14 LA-Based Items Any Angeleno Would Love to Get

Melody Nazarian — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 06:55:03 PST

It's the middle of December - have you gotten all your holiday gifts out of the way yet? If that's a negative, then this list of LA-based pieces should come in handy. There's something in there for every personality in your life: the jewelry fiend, homebody, makeup lover, hostess with the mostess, and dapper dude. Step inside to see it and shop it all.

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