It was a picture perfect day on Saturday as we celebrated the 6th annual Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic. Hosted by Matthew McConaughey (who was escorted by his lovely wife Camila Alves), 7,000 New Yorkers braved the heat and took the ferry to Liberty Island where the match took place. My group was fortunate enough to enjoy the match in the VIP section where the bubbly was non-stop flowing and the crowd could not have been more handsome. Straight out of a Gatsby fantasy, it’s I look forward to this event every year. DJ Nick Cohen got the crowd riled up, especially at the end of the match when the scene turned into a fill out dance party.
One of the best parts about summer, is freeing your feet from shoes and breaking out the flip flops! And if you’re in need of a new pair, Havaianas has you covered! Wednesday night I got a sneak peek of their FIRST NYC Pop-Up Shop, which carries the largest range of Havaianas then any retailer you’ve ever been too –we’re talking 1,200 square foot of flip flops! Styles for kids, men, women, solids, prints, bold colors, bright colors — it’s pretty exceptional. Now open to the public, the Havaianas Pop Up Store will
Remember back in March when I hosted the grand opening of the NEW Pandora store in NYC with Lucky Magazine? If not, pretend (you can see the post HERE). Well turn to page 46 of the June issue of Lucky Magazine — now on stands (or see below, or visit LuckyMag.com…) and bam, there I am!
It’s officially Hampton’s kick-off weekend and if you’re headed to the area, stop by C. Wonder for their grand opening filled with fun festivities fit for the whole family. I should know! Last weekend I was in the Hampton’s with the lifestyle brand for a sneak peek of their new pop-up shop location and a celebratory lunch at C. Wonder founder, Chris Burch’s private Hamptons estate!
What you have to look forward to: All weekend long (May 25th – May 27th), Hamptonites and out-of-towners are invited to join in on a whole range of activities while shopping for chic, fabulous summer must-haves C. Wonder style. The festivities include a Candy Bar & Balloons, C. Wonder Prize Wheel (prizes include C. Wonder summer essentials as well as a $250 C. Wonder shopping spree!), Gift With Purchase (Limited edition “C. Wonder by the Sea” Tote Bag with any $50 purchase), Eleni’s Bakery ‘Color Me’ cookies (in collaboration with C. Wonder) and Live DJ (Southampton only).
Locations:
C. Wonder Southampton, 5 Main Street, Southampton NY, 11937. (p) 631.287.2645
C. Wonder East Hampton, 48 Main Street, East Hampton, NY 11937. (p) 631.324.8513
I’ve had anxiety over putting my winter clothes away. Every time I retire a jacket the weather takes a turn for the cold and suddenly it’s back front row and center in my closet. Well today, I’m taking a stand! The weather is finally heating up and I’m headed to the Hamptons for a press trip — so I’m really feeling spring is in the air and it’s time my attire reflect that.
Two looks I’m currently coveting are bright bags and ankle boots (as seen above). Both are an easy upgrade to help transition your wardrobe. A pop of neon to an accessory or handbag (or even shoes) ties the whole spring/summer theme together and adds a nice pop of color.
Ankle boots with a little heel gives that modern day sexy cowgirl look without actually feeling cowgirl at all. Plus the light lift always makes my legs more toned and shaped then in flats, plus it’s an easy boot (pending the color) that can
I’m on a fitness kick! Or rather I’m trying to motivate myself to be and had a great boost by Therafit Shoes and Blink Fitness!
Owned by Equinox, Blink Fitness is a newer chain of gyms that has been popping up all over NYC and is only $20/month! (Yes, I said $20/month). Don’t let the price fool you, it’s a really nice, clean gym with top-of-the-line equipment, TVs on cardio machines, comfortable locker rooms and a super friendly staff. And their workout classes are killer! Designed to make you work smarter, not harder to get maximum results, I took a the Bootcamp class at their new Murray Hill location with instructor, Stefanie Jordan and she packed the class with a whole lot of fun exercises that had me sore for 2 days after!
As part of the class I got to test out Therafit “Renee” sneaker! Developed by Dr. Lisa Matsterson of the Emmy Award winning series, The Doctors, Therafit is a line of footwear she created to
EPIC Art Director, Michael Knapp and Designer, Chris Benz
It was an epic day at The Crosby Hotel. Last week IFB hosted a Q&A chat for the collaboration between our favorite pink hair designer, Chris Benz and Michael Knapp, Art Director of the new animated 3D feature film EPIC(in theaters May 24th). From the creators of Ice Aga, EPIC is an adventure comedy that tells the story of a teenage girl who finds herself magically transported into this secret universe, and teams up with an elite band of warriors and a crew of comical, larger-than-life figures, to save the world. The film stars the voices of Beyonce Knowles, Colin Farrell, Josh Hutcherson, Christoph Waltz and Amanda Seyfried.
Chris Benz and his dress design inspired EPIC
After a short preview of the film Micheal Knapp went in detail showing some of the drawings and process behind the intricate designs for the character’s wardrobe in the movie. I was blown away by the amount of detail and process
Jockey is known for their comfort, and now with as they re-collaborate with Rachel Zoe for another season, you can expect an update in fit and style. In a fun and playful presentation I got to see Jockey’s Fall 2013 Line. In addition to their classic fits ladies showed off the new cheekier cuts that have a sexier line and not as much full back coverage (aka mom fit). Styles come in an array of pop colors, patterns, with and without lace detail. Here’s a sneak peek!
Jockey showed off their Clean Edge fits which includes panties, in a boyshort and thong style. As well as their new anti-static Skimmies which uses high tech fabric to seamlessly reduce chaffing, suck in, and perk things up. Wear under
John Rocha Iconic Design. Vivienne’s Virgin Atlantic Original Design Sketch. Original Uniform
I can not think of a better designer to bring the glam back into flying then Vivienne Westwood. The collaboration between the two British brands will be long term as Virgin Atlantic plans to redesign uniforms across all areas in the flight crew in 2014. I am also delighted to learn
What a weekend! As you saw from my earlier posts I have made the rounds this weekend in DC in honor of the White House Correspondent’s Dinner (WHCD). Here’s the full run down on my weekend starting friday night through Saturday’s festivities. I was fortunate enough to have Amy Harder of the National Journal as my hostess, tour guide, and friend extrodinare throughout the weekend to get ready with and introduce me around to the DC crowd.
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Myself with Amy Harder and Elahe Izadi at the New Republic Office Party
Friday we kicked the weekend off at The New Republic Office Opening Party. Highlights included a tour of the new office location for The New Republic, as well as in between glasses of Veuve Clicquot (The New Republic doesn’t skimp…), I had an amazing whisky tasting thanks to my new friends at the Distilled Spirits Council who may or may not have introduced me to my new favorite whiskey, Jameson 18 year old reserve. Nancy Pelosi was also in attendance.
After a quick outfit change, we headed over to the National Journal/The Atlantic/OURTIME.org Making News Party. Hosted at The Powerhouse in Georgetown, a super cool 2-floor event space, I got a little nostalgic for New York when I saw my friends, The Bumby’s! For all of you that don’t know The Bumby’s (which just so happened to be every person in that room but me), they are disguised duo team Gill and Jill and they offer creative and unbiased appraisal of your outfit by way of a report card of which they type up on a digital type-writer in front of you as they rate your style. I was graded a 9.5 so I must have done something right that evening.
Amy’s in Calvin Klein, I’m wearing a pink Badgley Mischka dress & Bestey Johnson jacket
Gill & Jull of The Bumby’s
Unfortunately the disfunction of this photo has nothing to do with our intoxication level and everything to do with how uncoordinated we were in our grabbing props and posing in time. (Although I think it adds character.)
And then for the best moment of the night… meeting Gerard Butler at the final stop of the evening at the Funny or Die After-Party. Hosted at Hogo, this was apparently the party to be at, attracting the likes of Kate Walsh, Michelle Dockery, Kate Walsh, Jason Sudeikis, Olivia Wilde, the cast of House of Cards and as I mentioned our highlight of the night, Gerard Butler. Because Guess what? If you didn’t already have a crush on him (which I actually didn’t), meeting him will most certainly seal the deal — he’s just that funny, charming, handsome, personable… sigh!
Lara Eurdolian (moi!), Gerard Butler and Amy Harder
And that concludes our Friday night! Most of Saturday I covered in my earlier posts, starting with The National Journal/CBS News/The Atlantic pre-dinner reception (click HERE for the post), where the highlights were meeting Jeremy Renner and Hugh Dancy! Then came the red carpet coverage (click HERE for the post), which I’m particularly proud of the shots I took of WHCD host, Conan O’Brien and Sophia Vergara (although that’s just the tip of the iceberg for your celebrity watchers). Amy and I then ended the night at the Capitol File Magazine 8th Annual After Party.
It was the perfect way to complete the evening. Hosted at The Carnegie Library (the space is absolutely stunning!); guests were treated to RSVP catering, touch-ups by Saks 5th Avenue, photo booth, and a full on dance party at one of the wings of the library. The party went strong all night, as did we, until our feet couldn’t take it anymore and then we walked home.
