August 3, 2011 For the next few weeks, The Tavern at Lark Creek will be celebrating their annual Heirloom Tomato Festival. If you're a fan of these meaty, flavorful jewels, now's the time to join in the fun. They will source varieties like Brandywine, Green Zebra, Yellow Marvel and Purple Cherokee.
August 2, 2011 Givenchy's fall-winter 2011 makeup collection, Je Veux La Lune, is the glamorous holy grail for this season's goth sirens. Glowing, moody eyes, a pale complexion, and blood red lips rule the look.
July 29, 2011 I've had lash extensions done several years ago, and as much as I loved them, they were made with synthetic lashes and the experience wasn't that comfy. Last month I got a chance to try out mink lash extensions from Lash Lab.
Beauty, Luxury, San Francisco July 28, 2011 Australian company Apple & Bee is churning out some really adorable designs for their cosmetic bag collection. The carbon neutral label uses eco-friendly fabrics like certified organic cotton, bamboo silk, burlap and hemp for all their products.
July 27, 2011 Armani makes some of the best lip glosses. The new Gloss d'Armani collection was launched earlier this season and I'm loving a few of the shades.
Megan Fox for Giorgio Armani makeup.
July 26, 2011 Kenzo's latest fragrance, Flower Tag, is inspired by the free-spirited genius of graffiti artists. A follow up to 2000's Kenzo Flower, this one has more fresh, youthful energy. The slender red bottle conveys the new urban poppy with words Flower Flower Flower tagged on the bottle. It's so darn pretty that you can use it as a vase when the scent runs out.
July 22, 2011 I finally had a bit of time to recap some of our wedding details. Some of you needed inspiration as you're about to embark on your own wedding planning. Let me just say, as a former event planner, this was tricky even for me. Without further ado, here are the highlights:
The cutest cake top and wedding invite in the world, by my dear friend Delphine Doreau.
July 20, 2011 I love learning about small indie designers, such as Minku Design. Based in Spain, founder Kunmi O. has injected a bit of whimsy to her handbags, totes and laptop bags.
July 15, 2011 Getting married in the next year? If you live in the Bay Area, you should check out the amazing bridal gowns from Amy-Jo Tatum. Tulle and lace were the inspirations for Midsummer Bride, this year's capsule collection from her signature Dioresque line.
July 13, 2011 Thanks to their new lunch menu you can dine in style at Michael Mina without breaking the piggy bank. Tailored at an approachable price range, the prix fixe selections offer generous portions and the staff is very accommodating with menu substitutions. You get to choose from either a three-course ($49) or a four-course ($59) option. If you can handle the extra calories I heartily recommend the four-course option.
