« January 2005 | Main | March 2005 »

February 28, 2005

Slipper Style

Your poor aching feet. Four-inch stilettos and Oscar parties all week were definitely not a good pairing. Give the mile-high heels a breather and write your congratulatory notes in some slippers. Amy Jo Gladstone’s “Terry Well Thank You” spa slippers are fashioned like a pair of chic mules (pointy toes and all), but are made from plush, ultra-soft terrycloth. Because being comfy doesn’t mean it’s OK to look like a schlub. $110, amyjogladstone.com

February 28, 2005 at 12:06 AM in PICK OF THE DAY | Permalink | Comments (0)

Oscar Goodies Report: Travel

Let the detoxing begin. Now for the matter of sorting out which trips in the presenter’s basket are worth redeeming and which ones are, um, transferable:

 Vancouver’s Opus Hotel is offering its six-night “Ultimate Canadian Experience,” half of which will be spent at the Four Seasons Whistler, with helicopter transfer between the two resorts.
 Carolina Country, anyone? The Inn at Palmetto Bluff in South Carolina has anted up a riverfront cottage suite for three nights, golf, spa treatments and more.
 Golf fanatics can play to their heart’s content for two days on Robert Muir Graves’ championship course at the Bernardus Lodge in Carmel Valley.
 The St. Regis Monarch Beach resort in Dana Point is including a butler to attend to your every request and a “surf-butler” for lessons in its three-night getaway.

February 28, 2005 at 12:04 AM in OSCAR SUITES AND GOODIES | Permalink | Comments (0)

The Suite Life, Part V: Dior (L.A.)

Before Oscar madness hit its fevered pitch this weekend, Dior Beauty hosted a small, sedate cocktail party at the Soho House last Thursday night for celebrity makeup artist Pati Dubroff, who eventually had to tackle presenter Gwyneth Paltrow's face for the big ceremony. Beauty pros, stylists and editors mingled with starlets like Kate Bosworth and Riley Keough, aka Elvis Presley's granddaughter, who graces Dior's current ads (did we mention she's all of 16?). But of course there had to be a little drama -- this is a fashion-slash-Hollywood bash, after all -- and it occurred when a friend of Dubroff's lost an Anthony Nak earring. Partygoers got on their hands and knees to search for the sparkler, but nothing. Surprisingly, the least stressed person was Anthony Nak designer Anthony Camargo, who wasn't going to let anything spoil his Oscar week.

February 28, 2005 at 12:04 AM in OSCAR SUITES AND GOODIES | Permalink | Comments (0)

Prestige Beauty at Bergdorf (NYC)

There’s no shame in admitting you’re a whore for prestige products. (How else do you explain the Goyard bag, the Piaget watch, etc.?) In fact, you’ll march right up to the Cle de Peau Beaute counter at Bergdorf starting today and stock up with products from the luxury line by Shiseido. Through March 5, makeup artist Rochelle Weithorn will be on hand to introduce the latest spring looks from Cle de Peau, a fave of Gotham’s social register and celebs like Jennifer Connelly and Cameron Diaz. (212) 753-7300

February 28, 2005 at 12:03 AM in SALES/EVENTS | Permalink | Comments (1)

Suites, Smashbox and Fashion (L.A.)

Visitors of Oscar suites, think you’ve seen the last of swag rooms in L.A.? Think again. The game plan has been announced for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at Smashbox Studios, running March 16-20, and it includes a handful of designers like Anouk and Mighty Fine's Disney Couture setting up camp at the BevHilton. But that’ll just be a side event to the main attraction at Smashbox, which will feature shows by Michelle Mason, Grey Ant, Petro Zillia and more. Updates to come ... Check mbfashionweek.com for complete listings

February 28, 2005 at 12:02 AM in FASHION WEEK: LOS ANGELES | Permalink | Comments (0)

February 25, 2005

Oscar Gift-Basket Keeper: Sprint Phone

Olive oil? To Mom. Cashmere drawstring bottoms? To Sis. But you should hold onto the Sprint PCS international phone by Samsung. The IP-A790 is the first Sprint device capable of making and receiving calls in more than 130 countries. Which means if you’re vacationing in Costa Rica one week, filming in Vancouver the next, and checking up on the house in L.A. in between, you’ll always be in touch with the same phone. Presenters will receive the gadget -- which boasts features like voice recognition and downloadable clips from CNN and ESPN -- and three months of service. $549, available at sprint.com beginning next week

February 25, 2005 at 12:06 AM in OSCAR SUITES AND GOODIES | Permalink | Comments (0)

The Suite Life, Part IV: Fekkai/Chanel (L.A.)

With all the uncertainties of awards season, one of the things Oscargoers and industry insiders can always count on is getting expertly primped at the Frederic Fekkai/Chanel beauty retreat. It’s consistently been a tried-and-true escape, even if things were a bit crazed on the first day yesterday. The big guns aren’t due to show up until Saturday, but Nicolette Sheridan, past nominee Shohreh Aghdashloo, Kelly Lynch and even an Endeavor agent enjoyed blowouts and makeup applications from Chanel's Susan Sterling, as well as non-stop Perrier-Jouet and Gran Centenario "Glam-a-ritas." "Desperate Housewives' " Brenda Strong and other guests also took some pampering home, snagging goodie bags packed with Chanel glosses and Fekkai sprays on the way to the elevator.

February 25, 2005 at 12:05 AM in OSCAR SUITES AND GOODIES | Permalink | Comments (0)

The Suite Life, Part III: Kwiat/Revlon (L.A.)

What in the world was Robert Duvall doing at the bash for the Kwiat/Revlon suite last night? OK, so the actor wasn’t at the Four Seasons to get a makeover; he was just waiting for his car from the valet. But Allison Janney, Teri Polo, "Desperate Housewives’ " Andrea Bowen, "The O.C.’s" Shannon Lucio and several other PYTs from TV land were on hand for the showing of bling and free-flowing beauty products. The night’s shtick was that one partygoer would take home a diamond necklace if she got the winning ticket with her "Diamond-tini." Unfortunately for the publicists, an unnamed guest (not a celeb) ended up hitting the jackpot. However, all in attendance walked away with a Kwiat umbrella, a Kwiat tee and more Revlon than a drugstore display.

February 25, 2005 at 12:04 AM in OSCAR SUITES AND GOODIES | Permalink | Comments (0)

Oodles of Oliver Peoples’ on Sale

Soon-to-be bleary-eyed revelers can prepare for Monday by stopping by the Oliver Peoples sale, which starts today at the Sunset Strip location. Shield your tired peepers with frames from Paul Smith or the company’s signature line, both of which will be 40%-70% off through Feb. 27. Apparently a nice selection of choice items will be discounted, so remember to stock up for summer. 8642 Sunset Blvd., (310) 657-2553

February 25, 2005 at 12:03 AM in SALES/EVENTS | Permalink | Comments (0)

Prada, LV, Chanel and Co. Slash Prices (L.A.)

Rodeo Drive is relocating to Sherman Oaks, and Prada, Roberto Cavalli, Gucci and more are slashing prices to celebrate. Really, it’s just the Rodeo Drive Resale store that’s moving, but that doesn’t make the designer bargains any less attractive. To commemorate the grand opening, the shop’s already discounted wares will be marked down an additional 10% from 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. tomorrow. Head over early to snag any good Louis Vuitton or Chanel bags, which will be 30%-60% off retail. 13727 Ventura Blvd., rodeodriveresale.com

February 25, 2005 at 12:02 AM in SALES/EVENTS | Permalink | Comments (1)