Fashiontribes Life & Style

East meets West--Kinara hosts an evening with anti-aging experts!!! FashionTribes Lifestylist reports...

On Thursday, May 3rd, Kinara Skin Care Clinic and Spa in West Hollywood hosted an evening to discuss anti-aging options.  The event featured:

Olga Lorencin-Northrup - co-founder/owner of Kinara Skin Care Clinic and Spa and renowned skin care expert and esthetician.

Dr. Daoshing Ni (aka "Dr. Dao") - established authority in Chinese medicine including acupuncture and herbology.

Dr. Andrew Cohen - Board certified plastic surgeon specializing in ocuplastic surgery.

The panel was moderated by Clio Manuelian, fashion and beauty press consultant and veteran of Elle magazine and E! Entertainment.

The discussion highlighted the different options available for aging gracefully--from the more gentle maintenance that can be provided by regular visits to an esthetician utilizing a variety of facials, alpha hydroxy acids, peptides and microdermabrasion.  Lorencin-Northrup saw her role not only in helping her clients achieve good skin health with a combination of products and services, but the ability to diagnose and recommend specific treatment for her client's anti-aging concerns.

In the middle of the spectrum, Dr. Dao works with a combination of acupuncture, herbs and nutritional supplements to optimize hormone levels--key to staying young and aging gracefully are balanced hormones.  Lorencin-Northrup credits Dr. Dao with enabling her to conceive a child at age 41.

Going beyond skincare maintenance and optimized hormones and one enters the realm of Dr. Andrew Cohen.  From botox and fillers like Restaylene to more aggressive procedures like eyelifts and facelifts, Dr. Cohen's mantra is that he will not take on a patient unless he can make them happy.

And perhaps happiness--feeling good about oneself, having self-confidence--is the most important part of anti-aging or aging gracefully.  Dr. Dao lists ways to a healthy life including:  getting a good night's sleep, being positive and active, eat healthy, take care of your body, drink herbal tea daily, meditate and most importantly--SMILE!!!

For more information about Kinara, check out Kinara Skincare Clinic and Spa.
Information about Dr. Dao's practice can be found at Tao of Wellness and for information about Dr. Andrew Cohen check out his website.

We may not have an option about whether or not we age, but thankfully we have plenty of options to preserve a youthful looking appearance for as long as possible!

Stella Louise

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PS Arts Charity and LA Antiques Show Hang Out at the Barker Hanger for Charity! Fashiontribes Life & Style Blog

PS ARTS CHARITY and The L.A. Antiques Show at the
Barker Hanger opened this evening with a terrific
pre-party preview for the next 4 days of the show.
Dealers from all over the world showed their fabulous
wares, and some stunning estate jewlery to a packed
crowd, which included Barbra Streisand, Blythe Danner, Steven Weber and wife modeling some of the jewelry,Debbie Mazure (wearing a red turban) and (the
model/actress on Las Vegas--- Molly Sims? Terrific
cocktails and passed food kept a very young and
beautiful crowd lively and happy, which led to a very
spirited silent auction, all to benefit the PS Arts
charity.  Runs through Sunday, GO! It's an event NOT to be missed!

Taking place at Barker Hangar at Santa Monica Air Center, show hours are from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm on Thursday, 4/26, Friday, 4/27 and Saturday, 4/28. Show hours on Sunday, 11/29 at 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. Ticket prices will be $15 for daily admittance, which includes the show catalog.The Antique Dealers Association of California, founded in 1924, is a group of knowledgeable dealers pledged to integrity and fair dealing in the buying and selling of antiques. Members are experts in their individual fields with inventories ranging from 17th century baroque to Americana, from 18th century ceramics to fine rugs and textiles, from fine art to Asian antiquities to 20th century photography and design.

P.S. ARTS mission is to restore arts education programs to public elementary and middle schools in disadvantaged areas, predominantly serving children who live at or below the federal poverty level. This non-profit organization accomplishes this by providing comprehensive, sequential and grade-level appropriate programs in dance, music, theater and visual arts to every child at its 24 partner schools throughout the year from September to June. Since it’s founding by Paul Cummins in 1991 at Crossroads School, P.S. ARTS has positively impacted the lives of tens of thousands of children. Currently, the organization serves 14,000 Pre-K-8 grade students throughout Los Angeles County and California’s Central Valley. P.S. ARTS strives to raise more money to provide even more children with its critical educational tools.

Karina Mediate

FashionTribes Lifestylist parties it up with the Tribeca Film Festival!

In NYC?  Need an idea for something fun to do?  Get on over to the Tribeca Film Festival!

If you're a New Yorker--or in town visiting--you may want to check out the Tribeca Film Festival.  Starting now through May 6th, the the Tribeca Film Festival features over 200 films selected from over 5,400 entries!  But the festival is much more than just movies--with the TribecaESPN Sports Saturday, Tribeca Family Festival, presented by American Express, the Tribeca Talks panel series, music events, special presentations for working and aspiring filmmaker--there's something for everyone!

Just some of the offerings on tap at this year's event:

TRIBECA FOR FREE 

http://www.tribecafilmfestival.org/tribeca-for-free.html

You don't need a ticket to everything! Not only do we show movies, we’re also committed to giving back to the community that hosts us every year by offering these free events (Spider-Man 3 Premieres, Tribeca Drive-In, Film Technology Workshops, and many more!) 

FAMILY FEST

http://www.tribecafilmfestival.org/tff-familyfest.html

Round up the kids and join Tribeca for international family films and neighborhood events including kid-friendly programming and Family Festival   Street Fair with family-oriented activities!   

STUDENT DISCOUNTS:

http://www.tribecafilmfestival.org/tff-students.html

Another great reason to be in a student! Tribeca is offering half price student tickets that are now available for all Regular, Matinee, and Family Screenings (Valid Student ID required).

For more info and ticket sales, check out Tribeca Film Festival website and if you go and you see Robert DeNiro, tell him Stella says "Hi!"

Stella Louise


 

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Want to Give MOM the Gift of Her Dreams? Enter To Win A Trip for Mom & Daughter/Son to the Big APPLE for the DREAMGIRLS DREAM BIG GIVEAWAY!!! Fashontribes LIFESTYLIST DREAMGIRLS Dream Big Blog!

In  honor of Mother's Day and in conjunction with the release of Dreamgirls on DVD, Glam.com  would LOVE to send one LUCKY reader  and their mom to New York City for a day packed with pampering and fun.

What the winner gets:

* A trip for him/her and his/her mom to New York City (Airfare for 2)
* at the luxurious Dream Hotel ( 1 room/1 night)
  * Makeovers for him/her and his/her mom (2)
  *Tickets to a Broadway show (2)

  * Dream Big gift bag
  * Dreamgirls 2-disc DVD
  * Dreamgirls 2-disc Soundtrack
   * Exclusive Dreamgirls Playbill
   *  Dreamgirls Coffee Table book

When?
This  promotion is in progress NOW  and will run until May 31st.

For more  information AND TO ENTER THIS CONTEST, you can go to www.glam.com/dreamgirls

Start DREAMING Chiquitas and ENTER this contest! It never hurts to dream and this is a BIG dream, so dream BIG!

Rescue Me - Treat Yourself to a Manicure or Pedicure & Support Mariska Hargitay's Charity, JOYFUL HEART! Fashiontribes Lifestylist Julier Haire Tells you MORE!

 

Supporting a cause and supporting your feet … what could be better?

For the month of April, Rescue Hand and Foot Spa in West Hollywood will donate a portion of its proceeds to the Joyful Heart Foundation, Mariska Hargitay’s non-profit dedicated to helping and healing sexual assault survivors.

 

Hargitay, who you know as tough-talking Det. Olivia Benson on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, founded Joyful Heart in 2002 after hearing so many personal stories as a result of her work. The organization serves as source of support and inspiration for survivors of sexual assualt, also sponsoring regular retreats to Hawaii to swim with the dolphins – something Mariska did and found incredibly transformative.

 

The mission and philosophy of Joyful Heart resonated with Rescue’s co-owner Yvette Morales, so she wanted to help get the message out. And April is a perfect time to do it since it’s Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Philosophy is also getting in on the action, donating all of the proceeds of their Joyful Heart 3-in-1 shower gel/shampoo/bubble bath to the foundation. You can find that at the spa, too.

Mariska herself designed two treatments at Rescue, a manicure called “Oh La La” and a pedicure called “Tropical Escape.” I was lucky enough to get the pedicure, done by the expert hands of Debbie, and it indeed lived up to its name.

Rescue is a warm, intimate spa with glass chandeliers, plum overtones and an inviting vibe, so it’s easy to get your relax on. The pedicure starts off with a Dead Sea Salt soak in a copper basin, and the lime sugar scrub they use is great. There is a generous amount of time spent on massage, but the paraffin treatment is the real treat – like stepping into a cozy, warm (mushy!) sock. It’s super-hydrating, especially when paired with the coconutty Kukui lotion they use. To top if all off, the Zoya nail polish color is a pale, pearly white (though you can choose another color if you prefer).

All in all, one hour well spent.

To book a treatment and support the Joyful Heart Foundation, contact: Rescue Hand & Foot Spa, 8001 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, (323) 822-1887.

To find out more about the Joyful Heart Foundation, visit their web site.

- Julie Haire

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THE BOYS OF SUMMER - MEN'S SWIMWEAR - PARKE & RONEN Lauches a Miami and Calif Style Collection. FASHIONTRIBES LIFESTYLIST BLOG

Now that I'm back from Miami with a tan and some glam, I'm definitely a fan... of Parke and Ronen. Not because I can wear the collection, because it's for men... but, because the type of man who wears it is definitely my type. And, since I review fashion for a living, it's always a perk to travel and a bonus to view a beatiful boy... or two... or six in a row. Goodness... I love my job!

With the Raleigh Hotel serving as a luxuriously lush background, with jungle landscaping and stark white interiors that remind me of the British Raj and are so signature CSI Miami,









... the afternoon's appointed haute spot was definitely poolside with a showcase of the latest offerings from Parke and Ronen.





I've always believed that Speedos were more of a hurt (they're so damned tight) and a hindrance (a guy can loose the circulation in his legs). So, the new collection from Parke and Ronen is a welcome, stylish alternative... at least several cuts above pedestrian surfer shorts and lightyears more attractive than traditional trunks, especially for those of us beach girls who consider eyeing our local surfers as a spectator sport.







A favorite among celeb hunks Heath Ledger and Andres Balazs, Parke & Ronen has grown to be a pioneer in the men's swimwear world and a leader in its industry since its conception in June 1997. We had a blast previewing Parke & Ronen's men's Summer 2007 collection poolside while we schmoozed and cruised to the sultry sounds by DJ's Daniel Stern & Tavin Riter. I can remember thinking, "Is this why I went to film school?"... before resuming a heated conversation with a party of French men on vacation who just happened to be staying at the hotel. The vibe being conducive to all things sexy, more than than 30 swimsuits were sold in just three hours at the Raleigh Hotel cabanas, since guests were given the opportunity to purchase swimsuits on-site straight off the runway plus received styling advice from the designers themselves.







Interestingly enough, the most intimate purchases were made by women for their husbands, lovers and "special friends"... possibly in retaliation and preparation for more playful Summer encounters on the sand and sea... because each swimsuit is especially designed for comfort and convenience... meaning that it's a lot easier for a girl to slide off her man with one hand than one of those tight little speedo thingies... spontaneity is everything... don't you think?

Marie Bargas

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Fashionscribe's 02 Intraceuticals Swag Bag! FASHIONTRIBES LIFESTYLIST BLOG

Tonight as I type this into the wee hours of the morning... YAWN... I was such a silly girl for the past couple of days... Such preoccupation with everything sensual can be such a delightful distraction. It's so hard to break away and concentrate. But, tomorrow when I get up to face another day, I know there won't be any traces of this or any other of my late nights this week because I came home with a fully stocked 02 Intraceuticals SWAG BAG... and gee... it all works!

CLEANSING GEL

A lightweight gel cleanser to thoroughly cleanse the skin. This non-greasy formula removes excess oil and impurities and primes the skin to obtain maximum benefits of Intraceuticals serum infusions and nourishers.

WHY IT WORKS
Soap free cleansing agents ensure thorough removal of oil and impurities while the non-greasy formula ensures the skin is pH balanced and primed to receive nourishment.

INSIDE SCOOP:

This cleanser cleans so deeply that it may be too drying for older skin on an every day basis, however, my teenage niece has been using it to clear up her acne, so she steals my bottle when she comes to visit! I have adult acne prone skin, so I use it every day before bed and wake up with skin that feels nourished not oily or greasy.

CONTOUR EYE GEL

An ultra concentrated gel to actively hydrate and combat free radicals and visibly reduce fine lines and wrinkles around the delicate eye area. This soothing, non-irritating pH balanced gel is quickly absorbed deep into the skin for intense nourishment and to help reduce the appearance of puffiness.
A unique combination of antioxidants including Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Green Tea help fight free radical damage, and optical light diffusers disperse light and illuminate the skin.

WHY IT WORKS

Vitamins and antioxidants are drawn deep into the skin for healthy cell growth and to help reduce free radical activity. Hyaluronic acid hydrates to improve skin texture and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles around the delicate eye area.

INSIDE SCOOP: Smokers find that a drop or two of the eye gel around the lips and mouth area keeps those smoker's smile lines from appearing.

HYDRATION GEL

A lightweight, non-greasy, moisture-rich gel for all skin types to actively counteract skin dehydration, continue hydration benefits of Intraceuticals infusions and create an invisible barrier against moisture loss. This silky hydration complex promotes natural collagen and elastin production improving skin texture, visibly smoothing fine lines and wrinkles. Helps to refract and disperse light leaving skin soft, radiant and refreshed.

WHY IT WORKS

Vitamins and antioxidants are drawn deep into the skin for healthy cell growth and to help reduce free radical activity. Hyaluronic acid hydrates and refines to improve skin texture and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

INSIDE SCOOP:
Never leave home without it, especially if you're planning on staying overnight or up all night. A quick application of the gel in the morning under your make-up makes you look fresh and rested even if you've been up all night on the dance floor or turning in that last minute report.

MOISTURE BINDING CREAM

A light, nutrient rich cream with essential oils and antioxidants to restore moisture, help fight free radicals and visibly reduce the signs of ageing. Antioxidants and natural extracts combine to soothe, condition and restructure the skin. Complex hyaluronic acid and squalene promote deep hydration and nourishment leaving skin soft, smooth and radiant.

WHY IT WORKS

Vitamin A, Green Tea and Macadamia Oil are powerful antioxidants to support healthy cell growth and help reduce free radical activity.Aloe Vera, Geranium and Jojoba oil help to soothe, calm and condition the skin. Wheat germ helps to restructure the skin and reinforce the skin's barrier.

INSIDE SCOOP: This is a fabulous non-greasy night cream. Blend with clear zinc for daytime wear on the tennis court, sunning at the pool, or on the beach for continuous moisture and added sunscreen protection

Marie Bargas.

TMG'S Pre-Oscar Suite at the Luxe Hotel! FASHIONTRIBES LIFESTYLIST BLOG

Just days before celebrated Oscar-Winner Helen Mirren and sultry Oscar Nominee Penelope Cruz strolled down the red carpet in their Jimmy Choos...

... and LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE'S Oscar Winner Alan Arkin and Sweet Petite Abigail Breslin sported gorgeous Harry Winston bling...

... curly-haired Oscar-Winner Nicole Kidman had already gone straight... hair that is... thanks to Alterna...

along with siren starlet Naomi Watts... who decided to sport classic Harlow platinum waves...

As evidenced by this year's luxurious swag and overstuffed bags, stars abounding in shoes, jewels, and product galore, it's a wonder that the traffic doesn't move an inch a minute on the streets of Beverly Hill the week before the Oscars. Almost every hotel has a cluster of high-end haute couture offerings: diamonds, shoes, evening dresses, handbags and beauty products, and it's easy to get lost in the shuffle. But, for those products that make it on the red carpet the sales driven by star power are well worth time and expense.

Alas, the practice of holding luxury suites has evolved into a 3 ring circus of sorts with too many stars and stylists running in and out at top speed that you almost can't have a conversation until you're waiting in line at the valet. And more and more, A-Listers are sending their stylists in cognito to pick up their goodies, so star sightings are rare, but not forgotten. Too many times the fun and excitement that used to shine so brightly at the luxury suites around town have been sacrificed in the name of efficiency and exposure. So, it was such a delight to make my annual visit to the TMG Luxury Suite high atop Rodeo in the Penthouse, where this intimate little affairs is always a fun encounter.

Inspired by a need to find my friend Mora something fabulous to wear to the Vanity Fair Pre-Oscar Party, we strolled up Rodeo from the Beverly Wilshire after having our Intraceuticals Infusion Facials sans make-up with dark glasses determined to get pampered, petted and ready to party. Upon entering uber-stylist Philip Bloch was holding court before the cameras wearing another one of his signature chapeaus, so we knew we were in right place at the right time.

Our first stop at the OPI manicuring station gave us a moment to chat and survey the lay-out of the penthouse this year at our leisure. The lacquer of choice was OPI's RED HOT AYERS from it's new Australian collection which tickled because she's from down under herself.

Beside us, the GM Collins facialists were overbooked, so we waved a friendly,"Hello, darling,"...

... before moving on to the jewelry salon where the Manak colored diamond collection caught our eyes...

Mora asked about a fabulous diamond collar and was disappointed to find out that it was on reserve for Macy Gray. Meanwhile, the Kazanjian Collection of historical and incredible jewels was being laid out carefully in a display case. HBO HUNK, Ray Stevenson from "Rome" stopped by to check the time on Clark Gable's pocket watch, part of The Kazanjian Foundation Old Hollywood charity pieces

We'd already seen BORAT'S Ken Davidian naked, so we assumed that he was picking up a new Fashion Form's brassiere for his next film...

... although I don't think they run in his size. Ummm... He probably left with a package or two of the breast petals, which by the way, left petal-shaped imprints on my breasts this weekend 'cuz I was wearing a white bathing suit with them underneath. The effect is interesting, although I think I will have to sunbathe topless this weekend to remove the effect.

Moving right along, Mora was fascinated with Allerca's mini-leopard the Ashera...

... pictured above with "Brothers & Sisters" cast member Keri Lynn Pratt... but the fur she was really interested in was being showcased by Edwards-Lowell...

I on the other hand, was interested in a different kind of animal... DWTS finalist Joey Lawrence, who was picking up designer duds from Santa Barbara Boutique, Becca Christian.

Across the carpet, Mora found the fur of her dreams...

... so we left in a minute... because everybody knows you can't find a decent cigarette store in Beverly Hills... and we both had to have a smoke after the day we had!

Marie Bargas

Intraceauticals Pre-Oscar Fun! FASHIONTRIBES LIFESTYLIST BLOG

AHHHH... Just back from a rejuvenating Saturday --- neck massage on the beach with oil, lunch on a patio with a friend and my chihuahua, afternoon in bed, dinner and then, my editor calls and says, "Where's the blog?" Time to end the rendezvous and return to the life of a Fashionscribe.

Let's rewind the clock to the Thursday before the awards. Fought the traffic from the beach all the way to Rodeo Drive to make it to the 02 Intraceuticals Suite at the Hotel Beverly Wilshire to get an Oxygen Rejuvenation infusion.

Through the marble entry way and into the Beverly Wing, found myself ensconced in the opulent beauty expected in Beverly Hills and delivered especially by the historic suites in the Beverly Wilshire. This year, the world renowned creators of Madonna's highly publicized oxygen facial had decided to book a private suite away from the high traffic circus that we call Oscar Week to treat celebrities and press to a relaxing getaway from all the marvelous chaos surrounding entertainment's most important night of the year. I WAS NOT DISAPPOINTED.

I'd arrived without make-up and slipped onto a comfy massage table covered in Egyptian Cotton and a down-filled comforter for one of my favorite treatments. Better than Botox, the 02 Rejuvenation Infusion is a facial unlike any other. Lucky for me, once again Hollywood's High Priestess of Beauty, the gorgeous Michelle Peck was on hand to perform the facial for Fashionscribe, so in between processes we had a chance to chat about life, Africa and Madonna.

For the past 3 seasons celebs and fashionistas have regularly flocked to Anastasia's in Beverly Hills to receive their oxygen facials from the marvelous Michelle Peck, who has recently returned from Madonna's grueling CONFESSIONS TOUR which spanned several continents, including Africa where Madonna herself adopted an orphan. Touched by the need of the children of this continent, where AIDS has taken so many of their parents away forever, Michelle returned with a new commitment to create a foundation dedicated to providing these children with food, shelter, medical care and adoption. I'm pleased to say that I will be conducting and in-depth interview with her in a few weeks to discuss her plans and progress for this very worthy cause.













So... before I continue with this coverage about all things fun and fabulous... I think it's very important to recognize how much we have here in America. How much better our lives are compared to the less fortunate in the Third World... and truly take a moment to feel grateful for all we have now and can have in the future... BECAUSE REAL BEAUTY COMES FROM WITHIN AND WITHOUT...

That being said, here's the scoop on the Rejuvenation Infusion. Intraceuticals has effectively taken the hyperbaric oxygen technology used initially to restore skin to burn victims and to create the most advanced and effective system of transporting hyperbaric oxygen mixed with low grade hyaluronic directly through your pores and into the deepest layers of the epidermis. The infusion attracts and bonds enough moisture to fill in lines. The oxygen is highly antiseptic and kills acne causing bacteria. The procedure is painless, relaxing, and a continuous set of treatments can leave you with a porcelain smooth complexion for months and/or years depending on how well you take care of yourself. Oxygen is good for you and it doesn't hurt. I love it

Marie Bargast

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