Food Fare Brings in Big Bucks for Planned Parenthood Los Angeles
If there was ever a time in recent history when supporters of Planned Parenthood felt more strongly about the organization, well, that time is now. And that is probably why the PPLA Food Fare, held at Santa Monica’s Barker Hangar March 2, sold out with more than 2,000 attendees. The event, celebrated its 38th consecutive year, also raised a record amount of money for Planned Parenthood Los Angeles, more than $1 million from...
Swarovski Sets the Stage for the Academy Awards
The mood was undeniably sparkly as Swarovksi hosted a pre-Oscar champagne reception at its Atelier at The Grove in Los Angeles. Television host Louise Roe was on hand to help guests find the perfect red carpet looks for all the upcoming soirees, including those on Hollywood’s biggest night. Roe herself will be on the red carpet at the Dolby Theater for Access Hollywood, presumably decked out in Swarovski jewels and a fabulous gown...
Beauty and the Ballerinas at ABT’s Holiday Spectacular
It might’ve been a challenge to top last year’s spectacular 75th anniversary event, but the American Ballet Theatre pulled out all the stops again this year for its annual holiday benefit on December 5. The gala always features a one-night-only special performance of selections from classic and contemporary ballets by its world-renowned artists. Principal dancers Stella Abrera, Misty Copeland, Gillian Murphy, Corey Stearns, Jeffrey...
Beauty Abounds at My Face My Body Awards
The first-ever American edition of the My Face My Body Awards drew a glamorous black-tie crowd to the Montage Hotel in Beverly Hills for a gala dinner and ceremonies complete with Cirque du Soleil-like entertainment on November 5. The awards are voted on by consumers and judged by industry leaders within the medical aesthetics and beauty industries, with the goal of recognizing brands for their product innovation and for...
Celebrating Home Design Inspiration at the West Edge Design Fair
Santa Monica’s Barker Hangar was filled with revelers and design aficionados as the fourth edition of the West Edge Design Fair kicked off with an opening night party Thursday benefiting the Los Angeles Ronald McDonald House. Among the many attractions were more than 20 Schwinn bicycles up for auction designed by Lisa Adams of LA Closet Design, Amy Devers, Kelly Edwards, Portola Paints, Peter Gurski and Pinterest. Guests enjoyed...