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Susan Sarandon and Mary-Louise Parker Host a Benefit for Hope North

Susan Sarandon and Mary-Louise Parker Host a Benefit for Hope North

While generally my Sunday nights consists of sweats, my laptop and takeout (it’s a joyous ritual), I had a more exciting night planned for the evening. Susan Sarandon and Mary-Louise Parker we’re hosting a benefit for Hope North, a boarding school in Uganda for escaped child soldiers, orphans, and other victims of the country’s civil war. I posted the invite so hopefully some of you made it and bought tickets in advance since the event sold out! That’s quite a feat considering it was hosted at 13,000sq ft table tennis social club, SPiN New York.

Martha Wainwright, Rufus Wainwright
Jay Mohr, Nikki Cox

And apparently the line (even for ticket holders) was out the door and around the corner—I somewhat anticipated this type of reaction considering besides our lovely celebrity hosts, Rufus Wainwright, Josh Ritter, Jesse Malin, Joseph Arther and Martha Wainwright were all playing. I devised a not-so-solid plan for my date and I to crash the VIP cocktail party to avoid any unnecessary crowd shenanigans –I am the club’s #1 member. My club card should come with some perks… although even then I needed text message verification from one of the owners and contemplated an attempt to sneak in through the back (always a solid fall back plan). But for the record, I did buy my tickets and donate to the raffle.

I look like a deer caught in headlights w/ Judah Friedlander

I had a great time and played a lot of ping pong (Charlie Mars walked by my match and heckled me with a Steffi Graf comment).  I appreciated it. And seriously what better way to hit then with great live performances in the background. The last time I saw Rufus Wainwright live was 2005 at Sundance and I LOVE HIM. I was hoping he’d sing Cigarettes and Chocolate Milk, but it wasn’t in the line up.

The Benefit also had an awesome silent auction –I wanted the autographed Soup Nazi picture, but a friend, Roxy won it so I compromised with getting a picture of the picture of the Soup Nazi.

No Soup for You! But a picture for Roxy!

Sweet Valley Confidential –Ten Years Later!

After an otherwise long and exhausting week… is it really only Tuesday? To come home to a surprise package is generally exciting enough, but to open it and find a new Sweet Valley High book, has made my day. And I got a t-shirt:) Francine Pascal is at it again! Her latest addition in the Sweet Valley High series has arrived –although Jessica and Elizabeth are no longer is high school. Ten years later, “Sweet Valley Confidential” is going to answer all

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John Frieda’s The Decision Premiere Starring Katie Holmes

Katie Holmes at The Decision Premiere

Tucked away in the basement of Lavo, John Frieda hosted a private screening for the premiere of his short film “The Decision” starring Katie Holmes. While guests got settled inside, the red carpet was buzzing with excitement and as fans gathered outside to catch a glimpse of Katie Holmes, and other high-profile guests including several of the NY Housewives, Tinsly Mortimer and Julie Benz.

First off Katie Holmes is stunning. I was at the bottom of the stairs checking my coat as she walked in all tall and lanky with this amazing white blazer and black pants on looking so tasteful and natural. Her hair in was down in loose curls and her skin was glowing.  Shortly after she was seated, Elle’s Creative director, Joe Zee gave a short speech and introduction to the film. I was expecting Holmes to say a few words, however other

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YOU’RE INVITED: Fashion Girls For Japan

Do a little shopping –do a lot of good! This weekend a list of over 60 exception fashion designers, including Alexandre Wang, Derek Lam, Chris Benz, Doo.Ri, DVF, Mandy Coon, Marc Jacobs and Vena Cava are participating in a special 2-day designer sample sale to benefit Japan Society’s Japan Earthquake Relief Fun, The Red Cross and the NYC’s Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Fund. 100% of the proceeds from the sales will go towards disaster relief efforts.

WHEN: Saturday April 2nd, 11Am-7PM AND Sunday April 3rd, 11AM-5PM
WHERE: The Bowery Terrace at The Bowery Hotel, 335 Bowery, NYC

$5 minimum donation for admission. For more information or buy your ticket in advance visit fashiongirlsforjapan.com

Modern Day Mullet?

 

Look what I found in the West Village

Shave in the front, party in the back? I really don’t have words for this hairdo, although it’s very rare I find anything this original. Highlight of my Tuesday night!

 

YOU’RE INVITED: The Hope North Ping-Pong Ball Hosted by Susan Sarandon and Mary-Louse Parker

THE HOPE NORTH PING-PONG BALL

Join hosts Susan Sarandon and Mary-Louise Parker on Sunday, March 27th at SPiN New York for the Hope North Ping-Pong Ball. All proceeds will directly benefit Hope North, an incredible boarding school in Uganda where escaped child soldiers, orphans, and other victims of the country’s civil war find hope and healing.

When: Sunday, March 27th
6 – 7PM VIP Reception
7 – 10PM Party, Ping-Pong, Music, and Live Auction with MC Ryan Willard
Where: SPiN New York, 48 East 23rd Street

Enjoy ping-pong, a live auction, and special performances by Rufus Wainwright, Josh Ritter, Jesse Malin, Martha Wainwright, Charlie Mars and Hope North founder, Okello Kelo Sam.

Tickets start from a minimum donation of $31.25, and are available at hopenorth.eventbrite.com

Happy Birthday Daniel Vosovic

Last month Daniel Vosovic celebrated the showing of his Fall 2011 RTW collection and today we celebrate his birthday.

Fun fact: Dan and I went to college together –good ol’ Fashion Institute of Technology. And we were RA’s –people love making fun of me for that tidbit (my favorite ex-boyfriend used to refer to this time as “when I was a hall monitor”). I’d shower this post with old photographs but frankly I think I burned them all. Since our college days, the former Project Runway star, has gone on to write a book (it’s in my fashion library–okay fine, it’s bookcase) and successfully launch many collections and I could not be prouder. I get to follow him behind this year attend his RTW show. What really enhanced the experience is being seated next to another former RA with us –Marissa, the Market Editor for Seventeen reunions. It’s amazing how much changes in just a couple-errr, more-than-a-few years.

Check out the video from his Fall 2011 RTW Show:

Happy Birthday Dan! Cheers to you!

For more pictures from the collection visit nymag.com

 

RecycleBank & AVEENO Brand Ambassador

My new badge!

You may have noticed some recent updates on my site, one of which is my fancy new AVEENO/Recyclebank partnership badge.  Well I have some exciting news, I’ve been asked to be a RecycleBank and AVEENO Ambassador!!! I’m one of 25 hand picked bloggers to receive this honor and as a result I’ll have access to products, events, and the inside scoop on both these great companies to share with you.

Part of my Ambassador perks (I love saying that!) was an all-expense paid trip to LA to cover this year’s Independent Spirit Awards. Unfortunately, I had a wedding that day (I REALLY love the bride), so I had to turn it down. Fortunately, I was still accepted into the program and as of this week had my first orientation.

If you’re not familiar with RecycleBank, you should check them out. They are all about motivating people to take actions that have a positive environmental influence by offering rewards for individuals making greener choices.

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Elizabeth Taylor, RIP

Actress, Elizabeth Taylor passed away today at the age of 79 of congestive heart failure. One of last great MGM stars that not only lived but also encompassed all that was Hollywood glamor. Beautiful and talented, Elizabeth Taylor was an icon in so many ways. She won two Oscars, was named 7th on the Fernale Legends list by the American Film Institute, married 8 times, and launched one of the first celebrity fragrances –who can forget her voice in the white diamonds commercial saying, “these have always brought me luck”.

RIP Elizabeth Taylor. In so many ways it feels like the end of an era. You will be missed!

What’s In Katie Holmes Bag? John Frieda Precision Foam Colour

Katie Holmes in “The Decision”

John Frieda’s Red Carpet premiere is tonight, starring Katie Holmes in the short film, “The Decision.” The film offers a first look at John Frieda® at-home hair colour range, Precision Foam Colour. With a full spectrum range of 20 shades in a foam texture, this series is the biggest launch in the history of the John Frieda brand. So why not blow it out and make a movie?

The film depicts Joan Hudson (Holmes), a distraught high-profile actress, who makes the nerve-wracking decision to leave her colourist and color her own hair! We can go ahead and predict the rest… she uses John Frieda® Precision Foam Colour and gets flawless results that would rival any salon job. And she did it all by herself –it’s probably her guilty pleasure! Or who knows, maybe there’s more to the story. Stay tuned since right after

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