Rachel Zoe Headlines the ‘Live the Look’ Fashion Show at South Coast Plaza

On October 8, South Coast Plaza kicked off its 2015 Fall Fashion Event called “Live the Look” at the Jewel Court. Rachel Zoe, renowned celebrity stylist/designer and named by Hollywood Reporter as Hollywood’s most powerful fashion player hosted the incredibly glamorous evening. Zoe who has a new television series called “Fashionably Late with Rachel Zoe” […]

Cindy Crawford Signs her New Book ‘Becoming’ at Barnes & Noble LA

  On October 15, I attended the book signing event for Cindy Crawford. In the book Becoming, American icon and supermodel Cindy Crawford looks back at pivotal moments in her life and career, sharing engaging stories of her professional and personal evolution, and the lessons she learned along the way. The book is illustrated by […]

My interview with Andy Weir, author of The Martian

I see a lot of sci-fi movies and they often copycat each other. When I saw “The Martian”, I was readily impressed with the unique concept. The film was thought-provoking, well-crafted and embeds science applications and mathematical theory which made the movie fascinating. Because of my fascination with the movie, I thought it would be […]

The Third La Costa Film Festival a Smashing Success

Last September 10th was the opening night of the Third La Costa Film Festival held at the Omni La Costa Resort and Spa. It was my first time to attend/volunteer and blog about the fest. I could not be more thrilled to be there. That night was indeed a success. A fantastic night surrounded by […]

Air Supply Gives Stellar Performance at National Grove Anaheim

  I started listening to Air Supply during my teen years, and they changed my life. It has been 35 years since I last saw their concert. So when I heard they were playing at the City National Grove of Anaheim on September 25th, I immediately purchased the tickets for my husband and I. The […]

Canopy Alley Holds Customer Appreciation Day

On Sunday, Oct. 11th, Canopy Alley held a special event for loyal customers. The well-loved boutique in Ladera Ranch served refreshments such as champagne, fruits and mini muffins while shoppers found exclusive deals, discounts and new merchandise galore reserved just for the event. Canopy Alley is one of my favorite fashion boutiques not only because […]

EMERALDE, the new Adult Contemporary Pop Group to Watch

You may not have heard of EMERALDE, the new Adult Contemporary Pop group but the duo, Mark Gasbarro and Margie Russomanno are music veterans. Both of these talented artists have been “behind the scenes” in Hollywood film and TV. Mark is a pianist/composer/arranger and is one of the most sought after pianists in the showbiz arena. […]

Celebrities Support the Arts at Festival of Arts

On August 29th, I attended one of the most momentous nights of the summer art season: The Celebrity Benefit Concert and Pageant at the Laguna Beach Festival of Arts. The star studded one-night affair kicked off with a red carpet event attended by celebrities such as Shemar Moore (Criminal Minds), Donny Most (Happy Days), Joe […]

Innovative Fashion Show at Festival of Arts

Every year, aside from the tradition of going to the Pageant of the Masters, I always see to it that my family and I attend the Festival of Arts Runway Fashion Show. Why? Because it’s not just a regular fashion show.  The Festival of Arts Runway Fashion Show is just like Heidi Klum’s Project Runway […]

Gabby Reece Talks about Being Different, Friendships, and Marriage

If there was one athlete from the ’90s that I admired, it was the beautiful Gabby Reece. Reece who was born in La Jolla and was raised in  the U.S. Virgin Islands went to college at Florida State University where she majored in Communications. She played volleyball in college where she set two school volleyball records […]