How old were you when the song “Mickey” hit the airwaves in 1981? It was one of the most well-received early MTV videos. I was 12 and was mimicking the dance moves from the seminal video. Basil developed, directed and choreographed the ubiquitous cheerleader video . Did you know “Mickey” was inducted in the Rock […]
Tori Spelling Talks about 90210 Reboot and being an Entrepreneur
May 10, 2019 By Leave a Comment
With the Beverly Hills 90210 reboot, Tori Spelling is doing the media rounds to promote the iconic teen show from the 90’s. Tori was also the keynote speaker at the Ultimate Women’s Expo in Orange County last Sunday, May 5th at the Anaheim Convention Center. Although feeling a bit under the weather, Tori was a […]
A Q&A with Monique Lhuillier at Pottery Barn South Coast Plaza
February 26, 2019 By Leave a Comment
On February 23, Pottery Barn in South Coast Plaza presented a registry event and Q&A with a renowned bridal and fashion designer Monique Lhuillier. The event was co-hosted by Jennifer Smith Hale, founder and editorial director of C Magazine. With ongoing collaboration with Pottery Barn now on its fifth year, Monique brings her chic design […]
A One on One with Nick Verreos, Fashion Guru and FIDM Spokesperson
April 12, 2018 By Leave a Comment
It was an honor to interview the always ever busy Nick Verreos. Ever since I started blogging and being a social media aficionado I’ve been following Nick’s career. The first time I met Nick was at an event in Macy’s South Coast Plaza. I was blown away by how Nick connected with his audience and […]
A chat with 80s DJ icon Richard Blade
March 20, 2017 By Leave a Comment
If you grew up in the greater Los Angeles area in the ’80s and watched music videos then you should know Richard Blade. Richard Blade is a British DJ import during what we called the ’80s “British Invasion” or “The Music of UK“. When I was living in Los Angeles, I remember watching the show […]
Q&A with Top Chef Alum Marcel Vigneron
January 2, 2017 By Leave a Comment
Ever heard of Marcel Vigneron? His name may sound familiar but not because he is a an actor or entertainer on film or television. Marcel is an executive chef/entrepreneur and has appeared on several hit cooking shows such a Bravo’s “Top Chef”, where he made it to the finals. He also has his own show […]
La Costa Film Festival 2016 Honors Chris Noth
October 26, 2016 By Leave a Comment
On October 14, 2016 the first La Costa Film Festival Star Award was presented to the talented Chris Noth. The event was held at the La Costa Resort and Spa in Carlsbad, dubbed as one of the top resorts in Southern California by Conde Nast Traveler. The award was presented by Dave Karger, an E! […]
A Rolling Boutique: Waves of Attire
March 22, 2016 By 2 Comments
We have seen food trucks chock-full of food including ice cream, hotdog/hamburger trucks…and there are even gourmet food trucks. But the latest addition to the vendors-on-mobile squad has arrived: fashion trucks! Instead of serving lobster rolls and garlic fries, these businesses are hawking full-blown boutique fashion shops on wheels. They are the latest business trend, […]
A Conversation with Susan Sarich, Founder of SusieCakes
March 2, 2016 By 2 Comments
If you have not tried SusieCakes, you’ve been missing a lot. I was not into cupcakes because I thought they all taste the same. When a friend introduced me to SusieCakes, I became a regular customer. Of course, as a blogger/writer, I could not help but be inspired with the person behind this mouth-watering sweet […]
Nadia Mejia, Model/Pageant Queen on her way to 2016 Miss USA
January 10, 2016 By 1 Comment
Watch out world, Nadia Mejia is here. Nadia who has been modeling for major brands like Wet Seal, Styles for Less and recently crowned as Miss California is heading to 2016 Miss USA pageant. The LA based model is the daughter of pop star Gerardo Mejia, popularly known as Rico Suave in the ’80s and […]
