Last night at the Swarovski-sponsored book party for Gossip Girl costume designer Eric Daman’s new book You Know You Want It, The City’s Olivia Palermo actually spoke to us! Usually she politely declines interviews, but last night she was raring to talk about fashion and working at Elle and all kinds of stuff that didn’t involve Whitney Port and Freddie Fackelmayer. She revealed she hopes to have her own fashion line one day. “I think designing takes years of practice. It is definitely something that I do want to do, but I think that timing is everything, so I’m going to wait   read more

Filed under: Interviews, News, Celebrity Style Stylish duo Leighton Meester and GG costume designer Eric Daman. Photo: Amy Sussman, Getty Images Last night in New York City, Swarovski — with the help of Leighton Meester and “The City’s” Olivia Palmero — celebrated “Gossip Girl” costume designer Eric Daman’s new fashion-focused book “You Know You Want It: Style — Inspiration — Confidence,” out December 15. StyleList caught up with the author — who was once an assistant stylist on “Sex and the City” — for a quick ‘Gossip‘ -fueled   read more

One of the defining characteristics of New York City is the passion, fervor and obsession of many individuals in pursuit of activities, some of which might not seem worthy of an adult’s time and effort. Most people understand that chess is a serious game - various pieces each with its own special movement abilities and rules make it somewhat formidable to the newcomer. And a number of its champions are known to the public - most notably Bobby Fischer. But Scrabble is a game that is seen by most as a past time, most often associated with their childhood. A game that can easily learned   read more

It’s mighty important for me to have a camera for all those stuffs I’d like to share with you here in my blog…and it’s truly sad that my digi-cam suddenly just won’t come back to life, for no apparent reason. Upon having it checked, LCD is the problem. And a more bigger problem is it ‘s part has to be purchased all the way from across a thousand sea’s! Well, kindda overestimated that, but the thing is, I have heard of this site where digital camera accessories can be purchased with additional FREE SHIPPING OFFERS & FREE CLEANING KIT FOR ORDERS PLACED BY PHONE. What say you   read more

It is simply delightful to yet receive an award from a new friend robyn and as always it makes my heart grow bigger each time. THANK YOU SO MUCH DEAR! That though miles away, it is truly heart felt =) I   read more

Del Mar Racetrack: ‘Where The Surf Meets the Turf’by Ross EverettThough it is sometimes overshadowed by more famous tracks back East like Churchill downs and Belmont Park, Del Mar Racetrack in Southern California has a rich and fascinating history. Located 20 miles north of San Diego and known for its iconic slogan “Where The Surf Meets the Turf”, Del Mar has not only hosted the best horses and   read more

The scent of the coming holiday season can be felt in this end of the globe, the chilly nights, the twinkling of the wind chimes, the lights and decors in the neighborhood, the increasing number of shoppers,…the jolliness of everyone as the end of the year comes at a fast pace. There may be different ways in celebrating it from every nation but it brings out the same feeling of exuberance as everyone awaits 2010. Beliefs and festivity of different kind ranges from gift giving, fireworks display, countdown and cheers, street dancing, or magnanimous to simple family and friends gathering.   read more

Filed under: News News – I was at the Stonewall Awards 2009 and I’m still a little fuzzy headed from the free flowing champagne. The Victoria and Albert Museum was at its glorious best, illuminated in pink and filled with beautiful besuited people. Stonewall … Read more Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments   read more

This week's theme for Mommy Moments is play pretend or costumes. This is their latest and also my latest creation.. and.. hmm.. decors.. nyahaha. This was taken last November 1 when I made our own little Halloween/ Treat or Trick. Who says they can't have their own? My first born is the boy on second kid on the left (he is a ghost pirate). My second son is the boy in the right.. he is a ghost.. and the other kids are their schoolmates/neighbor s.. Chico is not in the mood for some photo ops..   read more

A few of years ago, while crossing the intersection at west 4th Street and Washington Square East, I was hit with a glancing blow to my side by a car, swept completely off my feet, bounced off the hood, landed feet first and continued walking without breaking my stride one bit. I turned while walking and scowled at the driver who looked like he recognized the massive impending doom to come, but I only kept walking to his and the onlookers’ amazement. The expectation was, of course, that there would be the confrontation and requisite berating. There would be exchange of personal details,   read more