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Fashion Editor’s Picks: Fresh from the runways Editor at Large’s Picks: Men’s must-have coats Beauty Editor: Camille’s beauty picks Susan Campos: Best finds for fall Apocalypstick by Almie Rose: Ready for online dating?

Jetsetters: Laura Cunningham, Nathalie Pouille-Zapata Style ID: Leonor Varela Out-of-Towner: Rachel Roy Interior Motives: Tabletop treats Closet Desires: Golden, Leather, Rouge Designer Profile: Keny Cohen of Katriel David Meister: My picks for the season MaxMara Q+A: Nina Freudenberger

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MODERN FAMILY

Catt Sadler’s remarkable story of meeting her ex’s new girlfriend

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THE JOURNEY

Photog Andrew Matusik takes us on a tale of two mourning sisters

THE AMERICAN SOCIALITE

Part II in our series. Cornelia Guest, photographed by Brakhax2

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LIVING ON THE EDGE

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Genlux Publisher and Editorial Director: Cecilia Moreno Editor in Chief: Samia Arslane Creative Director / Photo Editor: Stephen Kamifuji Fashion Editor: Amanda Eliasch Editor at Large: George Blodwell Food+Wine Editor: Jeff Lipsman Art Director: Keely Brittles Director of Events: John Sugrue / OCLA Events VP of Luxury Advertising: Andrea Aal Account Executive: Rhonda Zakhor Financial Director: Marc Meshekow Director Human Resources: Yolanda Garcia Copy Editor: Larry Lederman Beauty Director: Camille Clark Beauty Editor: Daven Mayeda Writer at Large: Almie Rose Genlux Website Editor: Abegail Cal Contributing Editors: Susan Campos, Stephen Christopher, Courtney Fortune, Dr. Ezra Kest, Larry Lederman, Tracy O’Connor, Lisa Wayne, Sherryl White, Cheryl Woodcock Contributing Photographers: Ari Abramczyk, Marc Baptiste, Courtney Beckett, Victoria Buesing, Brahkax2, Andrew Matusik, Tracey Morris, Yoshi Ohara, Martin Rusch, Dove Shore, Eleanor Stills Interns: Alexandra de Silva, Erin Smith, Lauren Weintraub

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can’t believe summer is almost over! Thankfully, it never gets too cold in LA, and at least we can look forward to the change of seasons—and of fashion.

What are you all going to wear this fall? How cute will you look in your new LVs or LBs? Do you know yet? Read on, and hopefully you will be in the know.

Fall is all about being back to opulence, abundance and luxury. Coco Chanel once said that luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it isn’t luxury. I believe the designers have achieved that. They made a clear statement and closed a chapter on austere, minimalist silhouettes to open a new one on romance and glitter.

The future is bright, both economically and in fashion. Runways are filled with luxuriant attire, precious stone adornments, embroideries galore, and shimmering fabrics. There’s also a profusion of feathers and leathers that come in myriad colors and textures.

In this issue we bring you the key trends. One is gold, but not just any gold— metallic, glossy, lacquered gold. Christian Louboutin, never one to disappoint, brings us the gold metallic and shearling bootie—a shining example of doing it right. Be careful not to blind people around you when you wear Barbara Bui’s cute bomber jacket in gold leather (p116). There are lots of deep red tones from Raf Simons, who debuted his first haute couture collection for Christian Dior. Then there’s Michael Kors’ long sparkle dress (p115). One of my favorite picks is the new Cartier minaudière evening bag in red lacquer and gold finish. This is a very special clutch...more like a piece of art (p28).

On September 6, Genlux and the Beverly Center are celebrating Fashion’s Night Out. We will also be celebrating the release of this issue with the gorgeous Kendall Jenner on the cover.

The next day, I hop on a plane to attend Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York, then on to Milan. My plan is to end the trip in Paris, where I look forward to the October 3rd opening of the brand-new Louis Vuitton fine-jewelry boutique on the legendary Place Vendôme.

Bisous à tous!

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GENLUX GADABOUTS: RACHEL ROY DEBUTS DRESS SALON CAPSULE COLLECTION IN BEVERLY HILLS PHOTOS: DONATO SARDELLA FROM WIREIMAGE/GETTY Rachel Roy celebrated the launch of her Fall 2012 Dress Salon at Mr. C Beverly Hills. The chic luncheon brought together fashion’s leading ladies of California. Guests were greeted poolside with signature Cipriani bellinis and dined on burrata and heirloom tomatoes, branzino and risotto alla primavera. The ladies were treated to personalized Rachel Roy Dress Salon cupcakes from Sweet E’s Bakery.

Guests included celebrity stylists Deborah Waknin, Jessica Paster and Elizabeth Stewart. “The dress, to me, is about the ease of putting on one singular piece and making that your statement. This is a collection of dresses that flatter, fit, and move with each need of my client’s busy life,” said Rachel.

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Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star and mogul Adrienne Maloof treated friends, family, and excited partygoers to a private party at her Beverly Hills estate for Maloof Ventures’ newly founded endeavor, ZING™ Vodka, which premiered its debut flavor of Red Velvet at the event. The highly anticipated vodka has a unique bottle design which boasts sophisticated LED technology that illuminates the bottle with just one touch. Seen at the party were notables’ Camille Grammer and Kyle Richards, who was accompanied by her husband Mauricio Umansky, host of EXTRA! Mario Lopez, Grammy Award–winning music producer and artist RZA, Los Angeles Lakers players Ron Artest and Matt Barnes, accompanied by Basketball Wives star Gloria Govan, and many more, who donned their best red and black cocktail attire.

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GENLUX GADABOUTS: BEVERLY HILLS HOTEL 100TH ANNIVERSARY AND LAUNCH OF THE COINTREAU POOLSIDE SOIRÉES PHOTOS: CHARLES GALLAY/WIREIMAGE The Beverly Hills Hotel was buzzing with celebrities celebrating the pink palace’s 100th Anniversary and launch of the Cointreau Poolside Soirées, a series of glamorous cocktail parties that will replicate a century’s worth of star-studded events at the iconic hotel. Over 500 guests including Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied, Mary-Louise Parker, Marisa Tomei, hair guru Ken Paves, electronic music duo Daft Punk, and famed fashion photographer Ellen von Unwerth enjoyed special live performances by synchronized swimming sensations the Aqualillies and Frank Sinatra crooner Luca Ellis, as well as a never-before-seen headlining show by the queen of burlesque, Dita Von Teese!

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GENLUX GADABOUTS: WENDY AND CECILIA’S FOURTH ANNUAL GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT

Genlux publisher Cecilia Moreno and the Luxe Hotel Rodeo Drive’s Wendy Krueger hosted their 4th annual Girls’ Night Out. The event was attended by those very special women who take care of our shopping needs on Rodeo Drive. Guests were treated to cocktails and appetizers from Café 360 and hair touchups from Blow Angels.

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Wendy Krueger, Cecilia Moreno, Fabi Oshaneh

Seung Kang, David Goldman, Piya Poulani, Kicky Tooy

Samia Arslane, Lauren Weintraub

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Harry Winston Vine 31.55cts diamond bracelet set in platinum, Harry Winston sunflower 3.69cts diamond earrings set in platinum, Harry Winston, Beverly Hills, 310-271-8554; south coast plaza, 714-371-1910

christian Louboutin Lady peep spikes peeptoe platform pump with gold-rimmed hematite swarovski elements on the heel, $1895, christian Louboutin, LA, 310-247-9300, christianlouboutin.com

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cartier Minaudière evening bag in red lacquer and gold finish, $1850, cartier, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4272; south coast plaza, 714-540-8231

Brunello cucinelli feather skirt, $2225, Brunello cucinelli, Beverly Hills, 310-724-8118; south coast plaza, 714-957-6950 Brian Atwood ankle-strap pump, $1473,

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Photography by Tracey Morris Styled by Nicole Janowicz

Catt Sadler (center), photographed with husband, Rhys (left), ex-husband, Kyle, and his wife, Sarah.

Johanna Johnson gown, store.johannajohnson.com Kyle: Tuxedo and shirt

by Hugo Boss, Beverly Hills, 310-859-2888, hugoboss.com; Jill Pineda bowtie, jillpineda.com; David Yurman cufflinks, Beverly Hills, 310-888-8618, davidyurman.com Rhys: Tuxedo by Moods of Norway, moodsofnorway.com; shirt

by John Varvatos, West Hollywood, 310-859-2791, johnvarvatos.com; bowtie from Brooks Brothers, Beverly Hills, 310-274-4003, brooksbrothers.com Sarah: Versace vintage dress, The Way We Wore, Hollywood, 323-937-0878, thewaywewore.com

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The ink was still drying on Catt Sadler’s divorce papers when, at her son’s birthday party, she was faced with seeing her ex with his new girlfriend.

You’d never expect what was about to transpire.

Photographer: Tracey Morris / traceymorris.com Stylist: Nicole Janowicz / REX Agency Makeup: Alexis Ellen / REX Agency using OCC makeup Hair: Yuji Kojima / REX Agency using Davines Photo Assistants: Christian Shenouda, Michael Yates Digital Tech: Robert Morris Art Director: Stephen Kamifuji

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Catt: Nikki Rich dress, nikkirichclothing.com Jewelry by Neil Lane, neillanejewelry.com, Tacori wedding ring, tacori.com Kyle: Hugo Boss shirt and pants, Beverly Hills, 310-859-2888, hugoboss.com, Jill Pineda bowtie, jillpineda.com Rhys: John Varvatos shirt, West Hollywood, 310-859-2791, johnvarvatos.com, Brooks Brothers bowtie, Beverly Hills, 310-274-4003, brooksbrothers.com

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never thought I’d get divorced. I was a child of divorce, and to me the “d” word was a dirty one.

I was just entering my thirties, my two children were growing and thriving, my career was advancing, but my marriage to Kyle was crumbling. We were college sweethearts, solid friends, and managing our full lives together side by side. But, as that old cliché goes, we were growing apart. After more than twelve years together, eight of them married, our relationship began to dissolve. But you see, the details about our decline aren’t as important as what came after.

In 2007, I woke up a single mom of two, living thousands of miles away from my family back home in Indiana. But thankfully, I had a fantastic TV job in LA, hosting a show that challenged me creatively and also filled me emotionally. The Daily 10 cast and crew were like family.

That experience brought laughter into my life every day, and was in many ways an escape from all the heartache I was feeling after my divorce. When the lights would go on, I would grit my teeth and smile through the hopeless feelings I was having about my future. I couldn’t lie in bed self-loathing; I had to soldier on for my boys. Time would heal, and eventually I began to understand that for Kyle and me, being friends was better than being husband and wife. And I also felt that our children were adjusting well—all things considered.

It was the afternoon of my oldest son Austin’s birthday party at our home. He was turning seven.

Several of the kids’ friends were invited, my girl friends and their husbands were there, and of course, Kyle wouldn’t miss it. I knew he had been dating Sarah for several months, and so when he respectfully called beforehand to ask if she could come to the party, I said yes.

My friends were astonished. “Are you okay?

How are you holding it together? How are you corralling kids, overseeing the face-painting, leading the happy birthday song, and not losing your mind knowing she is here?!”

And then something happened. She asked if I could use her help.

A moment later I was cutting the cake and she was scooping the ice cream. We were side by side. It was then and there, in that very moment, I knew it wasn’t about me. It wasn’t about us. It was about the boys. It was about forgiveness. And most of all, it was about love.

Fast-forward more than four years, and Sarah and Kyle are married. I, too, have found love again. I married Rhys last October. And today, long after the divorce, I consider my family to be progressive, healthy, and, according to many who know us, even inspirational.

Our Modern Family exists because of a conscious choice to put our children first. Once that determination had been made, the fruits of that decision included a continued friendship post-marriage with my ex, and eventually, new friendships among the four adults involved.

I started noticing how rare our dynamic was at the kids’ basketball and baseball games. Other parents would easily confuse who was married to whom because of the loving, collaborative effort on all of our parts. Then teachers started chiming in: “Whatever you’re doing at home, it’s working!”

The boys were getting reports from the classroom indicating they were born leaders, confident, positive, and well mannered. I was also told how at ease they were when discussing their parents—all four of them—without hesitation.

I’m not patting myself on the back. Kyle and I set a precedent that not only do we ‘get along’ for the kids’ sake, but our desire to continue co-parenting would have to be acceptable to the new partners entering our lives. Sarah and Rhys not only support and encourage the ‘Joy Division,’ as we know it today, but they are an integral part of it.

We take trips together. We spend holidays together. We go to the boys’ ballgames together.

We go to teacher conferences together. We’ve even had barbecues turn into sleepovers. We tear up during toasts around the dinner table, giving thanks for our happily ever after. My parents and Kyle’s parents, at first, would scratch their heads.

My siblings questioned my ease in moving forward and forgetting the past. Just this last Christmas, I had a house full of people that included my parents, Kyle’s parents, Sarah’s parents, and Rhys’s parents, all of whom, as you can imagine, are amazed at the unconventional love fest among us all.

Our story has been spreading. I constantly run into people who say, “You need to share your story. You should write a book about this!”

And so this, here, is my first attempt at sharing our story. I genuinely want to alert others to the possibilities of what life can be for you and your children after divorce. It is possible to reboot and achieve a symbiotic, thriving family dynamic.

Sure, there are a number of variables involved, and if one person in the group had not shared the same vision, none of this would be possible.

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Izmayalova dress, izmaylova.co.uk, Jimmy Choo heel, Jimmy Choo, Beverly Hills, 310-860-9045, jimmychoo.com Vahan bracelet, vahanjewelry.com, Tacori earrings, tacori.com, Neil Lane brooch, neillanejewelry.com Rhys: shirt by John Varvatos, West Hollywood, 310-859-2791, johnvarvatos.com, Moods of Norway pants, moodsofnorway.com, shoes by Tods, Beverly Hills, 310-285-0591

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Catt: Izmayalova sleeveless dress, izmaylova.co.uk, Vahan bracelets, vahanjewelry.com Rhys: shirt by John Varvatos, West Hollywood, 310-859-2791, johnvarvatos.com

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Photography by Andrew Matusik Styled by Sarah Najafi

THE JOURNEY

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Photographer: AndrewMatusik.com Stylist: SarahSophia.co Producer: Joy Czerwonky Hair / Beauty Director: Dale Johnson, gluemgmt.com Makeup: Dena Wiseman / DenaWiseman.com Photo Assistant: Bryant Walton Art Director: Vonetta Encarnacao Assistant Art Director: Melanie Poitras Models: Meg Saunders / Next Models, LA Taylor Nicole / Next Models, LA Creative Director: Stephen Kamifuji

Amen sequin dress, Beige, West Hollywood, 323-549-0064 Gray Gallery Victorian Lace 4tcw diamond bracelet with black rhodium, $19,320, Gray gallery, West Hollywood, 310-854-0091, graygallery.com

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Nami cap-sleeve dress, $1295, LA Style House, 213-785-5134, onnami.com Swarovski Society cuff, $500, select Swarovski boutiques, swarovski.com

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Guishem red gown, $5200, guishem.com Swarovski Society necklace, $950, select Swarovski boutiques, swarovski.com

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Carolina Herrera Tree of Life sleeveless gown, $5990, velvet belt, $290, Carolina Herrera Boutique, West Hollywood, 323-782-9090, carolinaherrera.com Swarovski Spectacle necklace, $280, select Swarovski boutiques, swarovski.com

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Odylyne Papyrus dress in Weeping Willow, $292, shopbop.com Noor necklace, $300, Melamed showroom, by appointment, 310-247-8789

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Nami Emma gown, $1495, Gray Gallery 18K white gold Victorian Lace bracelet with 4.05tcw of diamonds, black rhodium, $19,320 Gray gallery, West Hollywood, 310-854-0091, graygallery.com

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Amen sequin dresses, Amen couture, Beige, LA, 323-549-0064, beigestore.com

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Rachael Cassar web dress, $1950, rachaelcassar.com Jimmy Choo Kaeble in black suede mesh, Jimmy Choo boutiques, jimmychoo.com Dana Rebecca Designs ring, $5940, danarebeccadesigns.com Joan Hornig brass cuff, $275, joanhornig.com

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Tsemaye Binitie dress, $1650, made to order, tsemayebinitie.com Rachel Zoe Tassel Collection necklace, $650, neimanmarcus.com Melinda Maria Python wrap ring, $168, melindamaria.com

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THE AMERICAN SOCIALITE PART II CORNELIA GUEST PHOTOGRAPHY

BY BRAKHAX2 Photographer: Brakhas2 / brakhax2.com Executive Producer: Buddy Joe Brakha Stylist: Adeel Khan / Artists by Timothy Priano Makeup: Taylor Babaian / CloutierRemix.com Hair: Candice Birns using Oribe / CandiceBirns.com Manicure: Tracy Clemens / Opus Reps Production Manager: Karl Hinz Photo Assistants: Shaun Lang, Terica Marie Location: Special thanks to Smashbox Studios / West Hollywood Art Director: Stephen Kamifuji

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Chagoury Couture nude tulle corseted dress, Chagoury, Beverly Hills, 310-275-3771, chagourycouture.com Perrin Paris green suede gloves, Perrin Paris, Beverly Hills, 310-786-9936, perrinparis.com Cornelia Guest cruelty-free purse, corneliaguest.com Ombre sequin heel, $950, Prada, Beverly Hills, 310-278-8661

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Valentino pink embroidered gown, $23,000, Valentino Couture, Beverly Hills, 310-247-0103, valentino.com Fiore diamond and semi-precious earrings and stone rings, fiore.com

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Cornelia’s favorite things: Favorite movie: Lawrence of Arabia Favorite books: Detox the World by Natalia Rose and Simple Pleasures by Cornelia Guest Favorite cities: Home, New York. I love Capri, Rome, Madrid. The world is my favorite.

Favorite ride: My Audi A8 Favorite restaurant: Il Piccolino Favorite shoe: Havaianas flip-flops Favorite candy: Fine & Raw chocolates Favorite photographer: That’s the easiest question you’ve asked me all day!

Bruce Weber!

Cornelia’s mom, C.Z. Guest, in Slim Aarons’ iconic 1955 photo. It made the cover of his book Once Upon a Time,

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It was Cornelia, ginormous hair and all, who soared to the top of the social ladder, becoming the 80s Deb of the Decade—the first to publicly rebel against Long Island’s social status quo and head for the Quaaluded-out discos of Studio 54, Limelight, and Xenon. Her BFFs read like the Who’s Cool of Manhattan: Andy Warhol, Francesco Scavullo, Liza Minnelli, Halston, Boy George, and Mick Jagger (whom she reportedly dated, though her lips can’t be pried).

“I had a lot of great friends and people who were inspirational to me in the eighties,” Cornelia shares on the phone from her home in Westbury, New York, where she grew up and is now living. “That whole New York scene is where I learned the most about life. One of my fondest memories is when Andy and I would walk his two dachshunds, Amos and Andy, through the park. He loved those dogs so much.”

That odd Warhol/Guest kinship also resulted in a Warhol painting of the young deb that now hangs in her 11,532-square-foot, elevenbedroom, six-bathroom home. Her sprawling 16-acre estate possesses a tennis court, three greenhouses, a few cottages and a 17-stall barn and paddocks. There’s also a resident donkey named Madonna and a nine-member brood of canines including Oscar, the Chihuahua rescued from a dumpster while Cornelia was in LA for the Academy Awards, and Cash (named after Johnny) the Newfoundland.

Though life’s peachy at the Guests’, Cornelia has her concerns. “We are killing our planet through factory farming. That’s why I’m doing my best to create an intelligent solution. I have a brand that’s cruelty-free. I have cruelty-free handbags [you’d swear they were leather] and I have Cornelia Guest cookies [delicious chocolate-chip treats] where we don’t use animal

products. A portion of the sales go to the Humane Society of New York where I am on the board.” Recently, to show her support of PETA’s no-fur stance, (old society, please cover your eyes) Cornelia bared all for the charity’s “I’d rather go naked than wear fur” ad campaign.

Another famous Guest family photograph is Slim Aaron’s 1955 iconic image of Cornelia’s mom, the late author, equestrian, and socialite C.Z. Guest and her brother Alexander taken in front of the family’s resort-size pool in Palm Beach. According to Cornelia, this photo never hung in the family home—undoubtedly too pedestrian for the family gallery compared to the likes of John Singer Sargent’s portrait of Cornelia’s infant dad, Winston Guest, on the lap of his grandmother, Anne Phipps.

Winston Frederick Churchill Guest was godson and second cousin to Winston Churchill, and an allied member to the Phipps family steel and real estate fortune. He and C.Z. were wed at Ernest Hemingway’s ranch in Cuba, where Hemingway himself was the best man.

Cornelia’s godparents were the Duke and Duchess of Windsor. On the list to the Guest family home were John and Jacqueline Kennedy, Truman Capote, Rudolf Nureyev, and fashion’s fabulous, like Oscar de la Renta and Yves Saint Laurent.

Cornelia describes her fashion style as “Classic with a twist. I love a huge mix of everything! I suppose my go-to things for a party are Badgley Mischka or Carolina Herrera.

I love Alaia. I love going to Target. I’m into Bloomingdale’s. I think Rag and Bone are the greatest jeans in the world.”

In revealing her handbag’s contents, she’s not too shy to offer up a little product placement. “Inside my Cornelia Guest handbag… (fumbles around) would be a Cornelia Guest wallet. I have some enzymes prescribed by my doctor…keys to my office…I have MAC Lustre Budding Love pale matte pink lipstick, some Pentel RSVP fine pens, MAC lip pencil in Dervish, a pair of gold Ray-Ban aviators, some Clean Well hand sanitizer, and MAC Partial to Pink cream sheen lip gloss.”

Cornelia’s favorite Studio 54 moment? How about the farewell party for owners Steve Rubell and Ian Schrager on February 3, 1980 (the night before they went to jail for tax evasion). “I remember standing next to Halston on the fire escape on 53rd Street, looking down and seeing thousands of people up and down the street.

It was amazing!” In calculating that Cornelia would have been well underage during those decadent Studio 54 days, I crack that she probably had no business being there that night. To which, with a rebellious smile in her voice, the socialite retorts, “I know. But I was.” G

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Valentino blush ball gown, $23,000, Valentino, Beverly Hills, 310-247-0103, valentino.com Alexis Bittar crystal earrings, alexisbittar.com Swarovski crystal bracelet and ring, swarovski.com

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MY NAME IS KENDALL. KENDALL JENNER. I AM NOT A KARDASHIAN.

Photographer: Dove Shore / ASAartists.com Stylist: Sophia Banks-Colomo / SophiaBanksColomo.com Model: Kendall Jenner / Wilhelmina Models Makeup Artist: Brandi Cecil Hair: Luc Chamberlain / StarworksArtists.com Manicure: Elisa Wishan / mobelisa.com using Nail Harmony 1st Photo Assistant: Scott Hankinson; 2nd Photo Assistant: Channing Wells Location: Sur Restaurant, West Hollywood / surrestaurantandbar.com Art Director: Stephen Kamifuji

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Razan Alazzouni gown, $4020, razanalazzouni.com Blue Candy bangles, $35 each, bluecandyjewelry.com Blake Hoops 14K white gold earrings, $990, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900; Fashion Island, 949-759-1900 neimanmarcus.com; lanajewelry.com

Kendall Jenner moves to the beat of her own drum.

The stunning, 5-foot 11-inch Wilhelmina model, as witnessed in this photoshoot for Genlux magazine, is on her own path to stardom—even if it is outside the Kardashian reality machine.

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Wes Gordon cocoon dress with leopard brocade skirt, $1950, Bergdorfgoodman.com Jerome C. Rousseau Aizza pump, $495, Madison, Beverly Hills, 310-273-4787 Tom Binns pinata painted Swarovski crystal necklace, $460, NET-A-PORTER.com

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Z Spoke by Zac Posen scoop-neck twist short dress, Bloomingdale’s, Beverly Hills, 310-360-2700, bloomingdales.com Cynthia Desser bracelets, mixed exotic skin on gunmetal cuff, $278, select Intermix locations, intermixonline.com Kimberly McDonald uvaronite garnet and 18K diamond studs, $4900, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900, neimanmarcus.com

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Leila Shams bronze/gold sequin asymmetrical dress, $498, leilashams.com Kimberly McDonald rose-cut natural diamond and grey geode drop earrings, $24,200, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900, neimanmarcus.com

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Rue du Mail black and white sleeveless cutout dress, $1600, Satine Boutique, West Hollywood, 323-655-2142, satineboutique.com Blue Candy wood wave bangles, $35 each, bluecandyjewelry.com Kimberly McDonald dark geode and diamond earrings in platinum, $20,250, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900

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Wes Gordon gold velvet top, $1650, Bergdorfgoodman.com Lublu maxi skirt with nude slip skirt, $478, West Hollywood B by Brian Atwood ‘Campisa’ pump, $400, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900, neimanmarcus.com Kimberly McDonald diamond wood bangle set in 18K yellow gold, $3975, Kimberly McDonald geode and diamond on ebony wood cuff set, $8925, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900, neimanmarcus.com

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Bowie black lace overlay gown with satin sash belt, $3000, bowieco.com Citrine by the Stones gold collar necklace, $195; cuff bracelet, $280; short rings, $212, bythestones.com

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Johanna Johnson Isis Gown, exclusive metallic leather and silk corseted gown; Mawi necklace, Les Pommettes, West Hollywood, lespommettes.com

Photography: Ari Abramczyk / ariabramczyk.com Stylist: Henny Letailleur / artmixbeauty.com / hennylet.com Model: Alli / Photogenics Models Makeup: Anthony H. Nguyen / anthonyhnguyen.com Hair: Carolina Yasukawa / carolinayasukawa.net Photo Assistant: Francisco Nunez Alfaro Special thanks to Holly Starr at City of Rancho Palos Verdes Art Director: Keely Brittles Creative Director: Stephen Kamifuji

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LIVIn’ On THE EDGE

Photographer Ari Abramczyk and stylist Henny Letailleur head to Southern California’s beautiful rocky coastline to showcase some of fall’s edgiest new creations.

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BCBGMAXAZRIA coat, $1998, Hervé Léger

by Max Azria dress, $1690, Hervé Léger

by Max Azria stores nationwide, bcbg.com DKNY leggings, $125, bloomingdales.com

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Geoffrey Mac dress, $700, Geoffreymac.com Alexander McQueen leggings, $685, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Christian Louboutin Daf booty Geek, $1995, Las Vegas forum boutique; christianlouboutin.com

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Helmet Lang knit top, $320, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211; South Coast Plaza, 714-540-3233 Ekaternia Kukhareva chocolate-brown hand-knit riding pant, $670, kukhareva.com Blonde Ambition suede snake wedge boot, $375, blondeambitionstyle.com

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Geoffreymac cone dress, $1100, Geoffreymac.com Christian Louboutin boot, $1895, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211, christianlouboutin.com CLD cuff, Chic Little Devil, 213-745-2442, chiclittledevil.com

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Johanna Johnson black sleeveless floor-length leather gown store.johannajohnson.com Blue Candy Jewelry silver ring, $345, bluecandyjewelry.com Mawi necklace, Les Pommettes, West Hollywood, 310-289-9202, lespommettes.com

Pete & Greta for PeteWas & Greta for Johnny faux fur Johnny Was faux-fur vest, $189, Johnny vest,Was, $189, The Johnny Grove, Was, The Grove, 323-930-1541; 323-930-1541; Fashion Island, Fashion Island, 949-219-0557, 949-219-0557, johnnywas.com johnnywas.com Earrings, Stylists own

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Alaia navy knit dress, $3570, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Macrame necklace with hazel cat-eye stones by Ekaternia Kukhareva, $316, kukhareva.com Pomellato ‘Capri’ 18K rose gold and chalcedony dome ring, $10,200, Pomellato boutique, Beverly Hills, 310-858-1300

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La Perla Shanghai San silk chiffon babydoll with chantilly lace detail, $460, La Perla, Beverly Hills, 310-860-0561, laperla.com Avakian Cage Collection earrings in yellow gold, $21,700; necklace, $58,200, Avakian Jewelry, Beverly Hills, 310-288-2100, avakian.com Stephen Dweck Crystal quartz statement ring, $240, neimanmarcus.com

Photography by Martin Rusch Styled by Amy Astar Photographer: MartinRusch.com Stylist: AmyAstar.com Model: Allie Crandell / Wilhelmina Models Makeup Artist: Uzo / Nars Makeup Artist Hair: Gilbert Muniz, CloutierRemix.com Manicure: Elisa Wishan / Mobelisa.com / O.P.I. fall collection Lighting: Benji Callot Digital tech: Keith Berson Location: The Tropics, the world’s most extraordinary plant life, West Hollywood, thetropicsinc.com Art Director: Stephen Kamifuji

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RAINFOREST RETREAT

Extraordinary plant life from The Tropics in Los Angeles provides the perfect backdrop for our sexy rain-soaked lingerie story.

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La Perla Shanghai San nightgown in silk chiffon with sheer tulle and chantilly lace detail, $635, La Perla, Beverly Hills, 310-860-0561, laperla.com Avakian diamond flower earrings with south sea pearls, $33,500, Avakian Jewelry, Beverly Hills, 310-288-2100, avakian.com Vintage black crystal bracelets, stylist’s own

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La Perla Shanghai San babydoll with long silk chiffon side fringe, $775, La Perla, Beverly Hills, 310-860-0561, laperla.com Vintage CHANEL black crystal runway belt draped as necklace, vintage black crystal bracelets, stylist’s own

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La Perla Mikado triangle bra with embroidered tulle detail, $192; La Perla Mikado Brazilian brief with embroidered tulle detail, $122, La Perla, Beverly Hills, 310-8600561, laperla.com Avakian Rivera Collection diamond earrings $29,000, diamond white gold South Sea pearl teardrop necklace, $35,000, Avakian Jewelry, Beverly Hills, 310-288-2100, avakian.com Giuseppe Zanotti black strappy with crystal tiers shoe, giuseppezanottidesign.com

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Agent Provocateur Fifi bra with lace, $190; Fifi suspender, $170; Fifi brief, $140, Agent Provocateur Classics Collection, agentprovocateur.com Avakian Links Collection white-gold whitediamond 67CT necklace, $237,000; white-gold whitediamond 30CT bracelet, $129,000; Joker white sapphire earrings, $19,500, Avakian Jewelry, Beverly Hills, 310-288-2100, avakian.com Stephen Dweck crystal ring, $295, neimanmarcus.com

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Photography by Marc Baptiste Styled by Julie Matos

Photographer: Marc Baptiste / marcbaptiste.com Stylist: Julie Matos / CloutierRemix.com Model: Anastasia B / Photogenics Models Makeup: Annie Ing / CelestineAgency.com Hair: Stephanie Pohl / CloutierRemix.com Manicure: Elisa Wishan / Mobelisa.com using O.P.I. Intern: Lauren Weintraub Location: Smashbox Studios, West Hollywood Art Director: Stephen Kamifuji

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Alexander McQueen leather jacket, $4795, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Salvatore Ferragamo silk lace dress, $4370, Ferragamo, Beverly Hills, 310-273-9990; South Coast Plaza, 714-979-7654, ferragamo.com Kara by Kara Ross necklace, $375, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900, neimanmarcus.com Vhernier Calla gold bullet necklace, $23,800, Vhernier, Beverly Hills, 310-273-2444

A NEW ATTITUDE

Dress up with a cool attitude this fall! Try this chic and sleek Alexander McQueen jacket; or put on Prada’s high-slit wool dress; or how about a breezy pair of sexy Katriel leather shorts—it’s all in how you wear ‘em!

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Winter Kate silk top, $215, winterkate.com Katriel leather shorts, $440, katrieldesigns.com Vhernier 18K rose gold and jet carre bracelet, $30,300, Vhernier, Beverly Hills, 310-273-2444, vhernier.it/en Kara Ross resin and skin bangle, $165; white lizard and narrow section cuff, $290; Kara Ross metal scarab ring, $190, kararossny.com Valentino revealing lace bootie, $1195, Valentino, Beverly Hills, 310-247-0103

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Gucci satin longsleeve ruffle dress with elicriso jacquard top, $3450, select Gucci stores, gucci.com Vhernier 18K rosegold and jet carre bracelet, $30,300, Beverly Hills, 310-273-2444, vhernier.it/en Kara Ross resin and skin bangle, $165, white lizard and narrow section cuff, $290, Kara Ross metal scarab ring, $190, kararossny.com

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Pringle of Scotland green squared jacquard top, $595, Saks Fifth Avenue, 310-275-4211, saksfifthavenue.com Tommy Hilfiger bonded leather trench coat, $1698, select Tommy Hilfiger boutiques, tommy.com Thale Blanc leather tassel necklace, $410, thaleblanc.com Vhernier 18K rosegold and jet carre bracelet, $30,300, Vhernier, Beverly Hills, 310-273-2444, vhernier.it/en Kara Ross resin and skin bangle, $165 white lizard and narrow section cuff, $290, kararossny.com

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Prada wool dress, $3400, select prada boutiques, prada.com Fendi patent leather boot, $1320, select Fendi stores, fendi.com Marni white collar, $550, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Vhernier 18K rose-gold bracelet, $30,300, Vhernier, Beverly Hills, 310-273-2444, vhernier.it/en

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Winter Kate long-sleeve gold floral dress, $385, winterkate.com H.Stern jaguar ring, $9500; H.Stern wing Ring, hstern.net Ivanka Trump white enamel cuff, $39,500, ivankatrumpcollection.com Kara Ross scarab ring, $190, kararossny.com

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Photography by Marc Baptiste Styled by Julie Matos

SoMeThinG ABoUT MAriA

Maria Menounos is an actress, television correspondent, New York Times best-selling author, and creator of AfterBuzzTV, her own online network.

She shares with our STephen ChriSTopher some words of advice: don’t ever tell her she can’t do something.

Gucci floral print

Photographer: Marc Baptiste / marcbaptiste.com Stylist: Julie Matos / CloutierRemix.com Makeup: Annie Ing / CelestineAgency.com Hair: Johnny Stuntz / Crosby Carter Management Manicure: Tracy Clemens / Opus Beauty using O.P.I. Intern: Lauren Weintraub Location: Smashbox Studios, West Hollywood Art Director: Stephen Kamifuji

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dress, Gucci, Beverly Hills, 310-278-3451 Stella McCartney gold belt, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211, South Coast Plaza, 714-540-3233 H.Stern Ancient America 18K Noble Gold with black and cognac diamonds ring, $4500; H.Stern Ancient America 18K rose-gold with black and white diamonds ring, $5400, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211; South Coast Plaza, 714-540-3233, saksfifthavenue.com

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Stella McCartney peplum cocktail dress, $3445, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211; YSL biker leather jacket, $4900, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211; South Coast Plaza, 714-540-3233 Bracelet, stylist’s own H.Stern ancient America 18K noble gold with black and cognac diamonds earrings, $11,200, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211; South Coast Plaza 714-540-3233

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M

aria Menounos is a babe.

She’s got a killer personality and an alluring combo of sexiness and beauty like, say, a Jessica Alba or Jennifer Garner or JLo.

Robert Rodriguez dress, $1295, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Giuseppi Zanotti pump, Giuseppi Zanotti, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5760 Kara by Kara Ross scarab necklace, $375, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900

She loves sports, plays basketball, and even has a court in her back yard. She bets the Superbowl (her Patriots lost, and Maria had to host a show in her bikini. In Times Square. In winter). One of her favorite restaurants is this joint in the Valley called Lido’s Pizza. She cooks—even grows her own vegetables. She’s no dummy—graduated from Emerson and authored the Ne w York Times bestseller T he Ever yGirl’s Guide to Life. She hangs with celebs like 50 Cent. She’s into WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment) and, believe it or not, she’s even grappled in the ring herself. The only ding to her detriment is that she loves to laugh.

What the hell’s wrong with that, you ask? You haven’t heard her laugh. But more on that later.

All of which begs the question, why isn’t this angel married? “It’s funny, because we’re doing a docuseries/sitcom for Oxygen Network based on me and my family,” Maria shares from her makeup trailer at the Grove, where she co-host’s Extra, the entertainment news show. “And this is just one of those obviously big questions in my life that they want to discuss. It’s interesting because I just… don’t…know.”

Sure, she may not be married, but for all intents and purposes, she might as well be. For fourteen years she’s been with boyfriend Keven Undergaro, who, of all of her blessings, she nicely places at the top. “When I met Keven we wanted to get married, but it wasn’t the right time and we didn’t pursue it—obviously. And now, it’s been so long—like two common-law marriages long. It’s not something I yearn for or feel like I’m missing. We feel married. We’ll do it at some point, maybe when we’re serious about having kids.” Maria pauses to reflect for a moment, “Or maybe we won’t. Maybe we never will.”

But does she want kids? “I would love to. I’m trying to figure out when that fits into my life.

Between the fear of not having children, which people definitely have instilled in me, since I’m 34, and they say it’s hard to have children after 35.

These things are hovering over me.”

If you really want to get under this girl’s skin, tell her she can’t do something. “When I get overwhelmed and get uber-busy, I get stressed. Stress equals the one word I hate: can’t.” It’s the ‘I’m so busy. I’m so stressed. I just can’t take this on. I just can’t do this.’ I hate being in that position, and I dislike how fragile I get in those moments. I also hate when people tell me ‘you can’t.’ If you say I can’t, then I’m definitely going to do it.”

Maria’s ‘Don’t tell me what I can’t do’ fingersnap attitude and her love of/addiction to TV motivated her to launch Afterbuzz TV—her own online network that broadcasts after-shows of favorites like Breaking Bad, Dancing with the Stars, American Idol, Madness, Keeping up with the Kardashians—similar to what Andy Cohen does with the House wives where the show’s stars come on to rip apart the other cast members. “We have about 40 hours of programming a week and about 200 hosts who I’m breaking into the business. It’s grown so fast! We have over five million downloads per week from 75 countries all over the world.”

Then there was Dancing with the Stars, the celebrity dancing competition, where she and pro dance partner Derek Hough gyrated their sexiness all the way to the semi-finals. When it was over, depression set in. “Between the depression, missing the show, and the exhaustion, I went down to the ocean by myself and just took some time to reflect and feel the sun and just relax. I ended up meeting my friend Yogi Cameron—always a calming force in my life.”

Maria may have lost the competition, but she won another battle. “I had really bad asthma, and I swear I beat it with Dancing with the Stars. I don’t have it anymore! I swear to God, it’s one of the most unbelievable phenomena. I suffered badly with it, to the point where I had inhalers all over— in every room, every car, every place at work. I was in the hospital so many times for the steroid shots and asthma tests. I think dancing slowly but surely cured it. It sounds crazy, but I think it stretched out my lungs, and I have not needed my inhaler in months—and that’s the first time in my life!”

Now back to more serious matters…and the reason we may not be able to marry her: the famed Maria Menounos billy-goat laugh. Please Google it. “It’s the real deal,” she tells me, laughing, “I tried to trace it back to where it started, and I might have been influenced from my trip to Greece when I was 10 and I spent a whole summer in the village with goats and lambs and other farm animals. I’m serious.” Oh, that Maria. G

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Fendi black zip-up dress, Fendi, Beverly Hills, 310-276-8888

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Favorites Designers: Helmut Lang, Alice and Olivia Shoes: Jimmy Choo, Giuseppe Zanotti Color: Yellow Song: I Won’t Give Up by Jason Mraz Handbag: Elliot Luca backpack Movie: The Wizard of Oz Number: 8 Fast food: Subway Potato chip: Mrs. Vicks Salt & Vinegar Cut of meat: Cheeseburgers Toppings: Caramel, Heathbar, cookie dough Vow to do something that you’ve never done before: Eat Thai food.

Valentino leather dress, $4200, Valentino, Beverly Hills, 310-247-0103; South Coast Plaza, 714-751-3300, valentino.com

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Stella McCartney coat, $2215, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Christian Louboutin Interlopa black suede multi-platform boot with black suede fringe, $2395, Christian Louboutin Beverly Hills Boutique, 310-247-9300 VRAM for GRAY Gallery 18K yellow gold bracelet, $4715, GRAY Gallery 18K yellow gold and ebony Italian curb link bracelet, $12,650, Gray Gallery, 310-854-0091, graygallery.com Robyn Brooks earrings, $140, robynbrooksny.com

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Photography by Yoshi Ohara Styled by Sarah Najafi

BLOWIN’ IN THE WIND

Bundle up! Gale-force winds are ripping through! Fortunately, we’ve got the fashion that’s up to the challenge

Photographer: Yoshi Ohara / marznet.com Stylist: Sarah Najafi / sarahsophia.co Model: Ellen Sevenhuijesen / Hollywood Model Management Makeup: Annie Ing / CelestineAgency.com Hair: Candice Birns / TheRexAgency.com Manicure: Elisa Wishan / Mobelisa.com using China Glaze Photo Assistant: Johnny Nguyen Art Director: Stephen Kamifuji

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Valentino overcoat, $2490, Valentino, Beverly Hills, 310-247-0103 Perrin Paris Spider gloves, Perrin Paris 1893 boutique, Beverly Hills, 310-786-9936 Christian Louboutin Justine leather shopper bag, $2595, Christian Louboutin, South Coast Plaza, 714-754-9200 Christian Louboutin Troop leather booty, $1595, Christian Louboutin E-Boutique, us.christianlouboutin.com Effy 14K gold diamond bangle, $2395, effyjewelers.com Vram for Gray Gallery platinum, diamond and sapphire ring, $12,560; Vram for Gray Gallery platinum, cognac diamond and hyacinth zircon ring; $7330; Vram for Gray Gallery platinum, white diamond and pink tourmaline ring, $14,555; Gray Gallery, West Hollywood, 310-8540091, graygallery.com

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Burberry Britt jacket, $1395, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Giuseppe Zanotti bootie with crystal heel; giuseppezanottidesign.com Pretty Polly Vintage tights, nordstrom.com; prettypolly.co.uk Vram for Gray Gallery platinum, cognac diamond and hyacinth zircon ring, $7330 Anna Beck cuff, $550, annabeck.com

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Donna Karan funnel topper in violet, $3295, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211; Karma el Khalil rose gold diamond earrings, $4500, roseark.com Giuseppe Zanotti sandal, GiuseppeZanottiDesign.com Monika Chiang clutch, $395, Monica Chiang, LA, 310-786-8200; New York, 212-625-3300 Melamed belts, $200 each, melamedbelts.com Art of Henri jaguar ring, $300; earrings, $135, artifhenri.com

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Christian Dior windowpane coat with belt, $5800, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Balissima by Effy sterling silver multicolor bangle, macys.com

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Chloe coat, $2995, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Alexander Wang scarf, $575, Nordstrom, nordstrom.com Christian Louboutin Chelita suede bootie, $1795, Christian Louboutin, Beverly Hills, 310-247-9300, christianlouboutin.com Perrin Paris Voile gloves, $675, Perrin Paris 1893 boutique, Beverly Hills, 310-786-9936, perrinparis.com Lara Koulajian for Gray Gallery 18K gold and Citrine “L’Attente” earrings, $4365, Gray Gallery, West Hollywood, 310-854-0091, graygallery.com

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Christian Dior windowpane coat with belt, $5800, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310- 275-4211 Balissima by Effy sterling silver multicolor bangle, macys.com Jimmy Choo Tattoo turquoise shearling boot, $1395; exclusively sold at jimmychoo.com Perrin Paris kid goat leather caramel gloves, $495, Perrin Paris 1893 boutique, Beverly Hills, 310-786-9936, perrinparis.com

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Valentino overcoat $3980, Valentino, Beverly Hills, 310-247-0103 Kain Label dress, bloomingdales.com Christian Louboutin Pigalle pump with nude patent spikes, $1195, Christian Louboutin E-Boutique, christianlouboutin.com Christian Louboutin Sweet Charity handbag, $1495, saksfifthavenue. com; christianlouboutin.com Ted Baker Dandelion printed square scarf, $110, nordstrom.com Perrin Paris Auto glove, $495, Perrin Paris 1893 boutique, Beverly Hills, 310-786-9936, perrinparis.com

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a video directed by Andrew Matusik for Genlux Magazine

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chance/love

Robert Rodriguez ivory sleeveless dress, $385, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Jerome C. Rousseau Verena peep-toe ankle boot, $895, jeromecrousseau.com Kimberly McDonald rose-cut diamond band, $20,250; Kimberly McDonald diamond slice and natural brown diamond earrings set in 18K white gold with black rhodium finish, $38,175, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900, neimanmarcus.com

GENLUX MAGAZINE

AMANDA ELIASCH FASHION EDITOR

Jean Paul Gaultier Fall 2012 Jean Paul Gaultier Fall 2012

One of the saddest fashion tragedies of recent memory was John Galliano’s deplorable anti-semitic rant in a Paris bar last year that ultimately cost the haute couture designer his role at Christian Dior. The tirade, caught on tape, was enough to charge Galliano with “public insults based on origin, religious affiliation, race or ethnicity.” He had his day in a Paris court, and lost. He was fined for the crime, and now, one year later, when we could all use a little more forgiveness over lingering condemnation, perhaps it is time to allow can honestly I’m not someone who dreams Galliano back tosay fashion.

Undoubtedly it’s an about getting married.

Never evendebate. thought about the kind emotionally charged

Diane von Furstenberg goat leather “Tonda Small Stardust” clutch, $395, bergdorfgoodman.com

Photo: Vivien Killilea

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YSL boot, ysl.com

of dress I would want to wear, never torn out pages from Let’s all welcome fall by opening our wardrobes magazines pin on my or created scrapbooks to thetounusual.

Thiswall, season, despite the world like ‘recession,’and there’s an Hudson’s abundancehysterical of stunning, Anne Hathaway Kate characters pieceseven from thought many designers includin Brideopulent Wars. Never of venues or locations Alexander McQueen Fall 2012 ing Valentino, Dolce & Gabbana, and Balmain. or flowers or theleather hundreds of other things required to Beautiful and capes, and chiffon with gold embroidery.

Pick up one or two accessohave a wedding…until, that is, we began working on this like a one-of-a-kind hat or an eccentric pair issue’sries special bridal of gloves.

I alsosection. love the stunning shoes from That said,and I’veYSL, always admired beautiful wedding Prada where Hedi Slimane is back.

Yipee! the There’s everybody. gowns, especially onesroom fromfor Carolina Herrera, Vera Wang, and Monique Lhuillier. In this issue, we bring you the Best of Bridal guide. From invitations to planners, caterers, florists, photographers and where to say “I do,” this guide has it all.

Now if I were to get married, I would opt for the Monique Lhuillier ivory chantilly lace Legend gown (p24).

The shape of this dress is just a dream.

Once again, a big trend this season is metallics—from shoes to accessories, even swimwear (p125). Get your hands on the absolutely mind-blowing leather T-Strap sandals by Giuseppe Zanotti before they’re sold out (p125).

Another of my favorite trends is intricate lace—Emilio Pucci shows it best this season. Just check it out! (p124).

Bisous à tous!

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GEORGE’S PICK: LEATHER BOOTS BY ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA

It’s been a wonderful summer. Amanda, our beautiful fashion editor, asked me to work as the wardrobe stylist on a film she’s producing. So off we went to shoot in London, Paris, and Italy —and had a ball. While in London, I ran into Phillip Treacy, the renowned hat designer (Who could forget his hats at the Royal wedding earlier this year?). One in particular, the one worn by Princess Beatrice, caused quite a stir. Phillip and I sipped Champagne mimosas on a sunny afternoon in his Chelsea Atelier garden as he recounted his meeting the Queen the night before at a jubilee function. While in Paris, I also ran into the incredibly creative John Galliano. We had fun catching up.

Despite his unfortunate tirade, for which he seems genuinely remorseful, I have so much respect for his work.

Now it’s time to snap up some fall men’s fashion items!

Remember, it’s not always necessary to go all-out—just a few pieces can do the trick. For example, this season grab a pair of leather pants that will work well with your existing wardrobe. My favorite example for fall is a coat. I like to wear coats

$1295, Zegna, Beverly Hills, 310-247-8827, zegna.com

as opposed to jackets. Guys, you can even wear your t-shirts and jeans, but throw on a great coat and transform your look in one swift decision and look wonderful. This season, suits are strong too, and why not? A good suit will always serve you very well. The current ones are cut to flatter your shape, so get going! Fashion’s Night Out is right around the corner on September 6. We’ll be celebrating at the Beverly Center.

The stores will be vibrant and open late, so get out there and be good to yourself.

Love, George

Prada Fall 2012

Balmain Fall 2012

Comme De Garçon Fall 2012

Burberry Fall 2012

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Dior Fall 2012

GENLUX BEAUTY EDITOR’S PICKS

MY LATEST AND GREATEST BEAUTY FINDS —CAMILLE CLARK

Persephenie Neroli infused body oil “Smells so gorgeous and is organic and hand-pressed.” $38, Persephenie,

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Eve Lom cleanser “This is a truly magical product that leaves my skin feeling clean and balanced.” $50, Space NK, spacenk. com

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Anti-Aging Face Oil “Själ is formulated with over 160 rare, active and natural ingredients. This is their first new launch in ten years.” $175, Barneys New York, Beverly Hills, 310-276-4400, barneys.com

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M-61 Vitablast C “This vitamin C & E serum with gallic acid naturally brightens and hydrates the skin.” $92, bluemercury.com

Rose Paka Healing Restorative Butter “Restorative and anti-aging for face and body.” $64, Persephenie,

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Vinexpert Night Infusion Cream

by Caudalie “Smoothing and regenerating with a natural, relaxing scent.” $75, sephora.com

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Rouge Bunny Rouge Highlighting Liquid “Just blend with moisturizer, foundation or wear alone for a light, luminous glow.” $55, beautyhabit.com

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Seville à l’Aube by L’Artisan Parfumeur “I love L’Artisan Parfumeur, and their new limitededition launch does not disappoint.” $165, Barneys New York, Beverly Hills, 310-276-4400, barneys.com

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Sensai Cellular Cream Foundation “This delivers a flawless finish while boosting collagen and minimizing fine lines.” $85, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900; Fashion Island, 949-759-1900, neimanmarcus.com

BEAUTY TRESS TRENDS

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HERE ARE MY TOP TEN HAIR PRODUCT PICKS THAT WILL PERK UP YOUR HAIR THIS FALL! —DAVEN MAYEDA Do you have a question for celebrity hairstylist Daven, email it to Daven@Genlux.com, and maybe it will be answered in the next issue.

Remington Frizz Therapy Flat Iron, $49.99, Remington- Products.com

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MOISTURE MAKEOVER

Give your hair a total moisture makeover with Free Your If you’re looking for a ceramic Mane’s Reviving Hair Spray. flat iron, try the Frizz Therapy This innovative product is One-Inch Flat Iron by infused with beneficial oils, Remington. It’s won tons of awards and is a great tool to help nutrients and Brilliant Baobab DO YOU HAVE fight unruly frizz. Always rememfrom Africa, which HAIR THAT JUST ber to completely dry your hair Oil can hold up to eight before ironing—that’s the num- times its weight in WON’T CURL? ber one source of damage! moisture! Spray on Check out the new dry hair during the Top Styler’s C-Shells to give stick-straight day to add some HOLD THAT HAIR! hair a curly solution! moisture to your If you’re looking for This new technology thirsty locks. allows hair to set cor- a great firm-hold rectly and gives a long- finishing spray, Free Your Mane Artformation Spray Reviving Spray, $15, lasting style. can deliver volume, Beauty Collection, West Hollywood, 310-858shine and crushable 8838, freeyourmane.com hold! Always spray about 12 inches away in circular motions to evenly mist your hair.

InStyler, TopStyler, $119, topstyler.com

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Try a heatless alternative for your hair with the Volume Maker by Shu Uemura. You can volumize your locks with this innovative product that comes with a clickable measuring dispenser Shu Uemura Art of Hair and a retractable Volume Maker, $48, Rossano Ferretti Hairspa, brush.

Beverly Hills, 310-5986780; Ergonique, Newport Beach, 949-721-8304, shuuemuraartofhair-usa.com

Kenra Professional Artformation Spray 18, $17, professional salons only, kenra.com

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WAKE UP YOUR CURLS Curly-hair girls need

curly-hair products. Plain and simple. Try surprising your curls and ambushing them with DevaCurl No-Poo, New DevaCurl Beauty at Fred Segal, No-Poo 310-394-8509, 32oz, sulfate-free $39.95. mydevacurl.com peppermint and menthol infusion. It can really wake up your curls and bring out your natural texture like you’ve never believed!

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The Argyle Salon & Spa, LA, 310-6239000, argylela.com

BRAZILIAN BLOWOUT

Are you looking for a place to get that fabulous Brazilian Blowout smoothing treatment?

Visit the luxurious Argyle Salon and Spa on Sunset Blvd to keep your hair fighting frizz for over a month! It’s important to go to a reputable place to get these treatments done. I trust the Argyle Salon. Tell them Daven sent you.

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Philip Kingsley Straight Hair, $36, James Morrison Salon, Laguna Beach, 949-497-3616, philipkingsley.com

POWER OF BOTANICALS

Try adding the power of botanicals to your hair that’s gone astray. Straightening creams are great before heat, and will help your hair retain its style throughout the day. Vitamins A and E help to nourish your hair.

The botanical extracts smooth hair and protect against heat and UV. They’ll also protect your color from fading.

NO MORE HAIR LOSS!

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Keranique is a hair-loss treatment formulated especially for women.

Keranique Hair If you’re experiRe-Growth Treatencing hair loss, ment, $24.95, try using this line keranique.com to help regain your hair’s natural fullness and luscious texture.

The treatment helps to thicken the hair shaft, while adding body and shine. The five-step program has a 30-day guarantee that you’ll see results.

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This new, innovative product is going come to the rescue when your ends need it most: after summer. Treat yourself to the latest technology and give your ends some love.

Try The Cure by White Sands to repair those tattered ends!

The Cure 24/7, $29.99, White Sands, 877-720-8477; Irvine, 949-206-1300 whitesandsproducts.com

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ol ere are just a few of my favorite finds for fall —Susan Campos

The Private Rooftop Club at Petit Ermitage is famous for its 360-degree view of the Hollywood Hills and recognized by the National Wildlife Federation as a butterfly and hummingbird sanctuary. Perfect for drinking and dining. Word is that membership is by invitation only.

8822 Cynthia St., West Hollywood, 310-854-1114, petitermitage.com

PRIVATE MANI/PEDI

Renowned for their high-luxury nail salons in Japan, Mars Salon launches their first US flagship in West Hollywood. A private room awaits each guest in super-luxe comfort. One visit

and you’ll agree. The salon is dedicated to the treatment of fingers and toes, with the added perk of offering 100% organic services. The spa manicure course includes cuticle care, seasonal scrub, refreshing mask, 15-minute hand massage and polish, $60.

Mars, 606 Westmount Drive, 310-652-0930, mars-salon.com

HIT THE ROAD

Bric’s “Safari” offers up lightweight spinner trolleys, $685; boarding bags, $575; rolling duffles, $725; and specialty travel bags, $365.

Bric’s, Century City, 310-551-1015, brics.it/usa

WAIT. REALLY? THAT’S AN iPHONE?

BOLD JEWELS

Teardrop 18K gold earrings

by Carla Amorim covered in black diamond and sodalite. $8000, Broken English, Santa Monica, 310-458-2724, brokenenglishjewelry.com

LOVE MATCH

Venus Williams is doing her own tennis line that will make anyone take notice. She’s created the perfect white flutter skirt, $52; pink/white classic Polo, $58, Eleven by Venus, LA, 800-803-6612, elevenbyvenus.com

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Capturing the look and feel of a vintage camera, the Gizmon iCA iPhone case turns your iphone into the camera it always dreamed of being. The case surrounds your phone and comes with two mock ‘lenses’ that attach to the front.

The leather case finishes the look. The shutter button on the top of the Gizmon really works too. Grab one of the most innovative products in black, white or brown.

Designed for use with the iPhone 4 and 4s models.

Gizmon iCA iPhone case, $55 (not including leather case), fourcorners.com

FAMILY JEWELS

UBER BEAUTY

Nip + Fab’s latest product is called No Needle Fix! This plumping & volumizing serum promises to temporarily fill fine lines and smooth wrinkles. $19.99, target.com

Leave it to a reptile to protect the family jewels.

Elisabeth Weinstock design has a chic skin box to store your precious possessions, $1078, Curve, West Hollywood, 310-360-8008, shopcurve.com

Paul Gregory

TableTop TreaTs Wining and dining is one of life’s greatest pleasures. SHERRYL WHITE shows you artful ways to dress the table for a truly memorable affair 1. azadeh shladovsky Infinity +++ bench Communal seating is taken to another level with this elegant yet earthy bench. Cultivated using a rich blend of rosewood, smoky brass, and long-haired Patagonian sheepskin, the result is an intriguing exploration into the rare beauty of wood. The insightful designer utilized timetested techniques to artfully convey the tension between old and new, and the unpredictable forces of nature. Positioned alongside a dinner table, it is surely a conversation starter.

2. lindsey adelman boom boom burst Chandelier Lindsey Adelman Boom Boom Burst Chandelier. Taking its cue from Medieval weaponry and Lanvin jewelry from the 30s, this stunning explosion of hand-blown glass spikes, gold-wrapped globes, and cast brass stamens makes for a dazzling light show. The ambient glow of the bulbs shines brilliantly through space. This reinterpretation of an ancient flail as a modern-day chandelier is a weapon of mass beauty.

3. bangle Table Made from hundreds-of-years-old solid claro walnut and sculpted bronze, the Bangle Table is a masterful stroke from designer Barlas Baylar. The fluid bronze forms evoke a sense of play and movement, and serve as the perfect adornment for the stately wood top.

4. Hudson Chair The bronze and wood chair is both regal and understated. Its bold contours offer a perfect place to hold court and engage in ceremony.

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5. l’objet set of Two salt Cellars This elegant swan is crafted by hand to hold that all-important seasoning: salt. The beak, interior and spoons are highlighted with 14K gold.

Dare to be bold and fill the salt cellar with colorful, exotic fleur de sel to spice up your favorite dishes.

6. Fornasetti Theme and Variations plate Artist Piero Fornasetti cast opera singer Lina Cavalieri as his muse, for her representation of classic, ethereal beauty. Fornasetti’s son, Barnaba, is reviving his father’s work, making sure that we are surrounded by loveliness.

7. rablabs KIVa platter RabLabs KIVA Platter. Sometimes the simplest things are the most decadent. These crystal platters edged with 24K gold and sterling silver are minimalistically elegant. Their sheer radiance shows off cheeses and other small bites with panache.

8. penfolds ampoule Wine This limited-edition glass ampoule, containing 2004 Kalimna Block 42 Cabernet Sauvignon, is a rare wine encased in a work of art. With only twelve in the world, the hand-blown glass container with a ruby-red ‘cotton-reel’ top is a celebration of the heritage of Australia. Drinking this wine is a memorable experience: a member of the Penfolds winemaking team will greet the bottle at its very own “opening ceremony,” wherever in the world that may be.

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Azadeh Shladovsky Infinity +++ Bench, $38,000, Jean de Merry, West Hollywood, 310-205-0991, jeandemerry.com

Hudson Chair, price upon request, Hudson Furniture Inc., NYC, 212-645-7800, hudsonfurnitureinc.com

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Lindsey Adelman Boom Boom Burst Chandelier, $105,000, Blackman Cruz, LA, 323-466-8600, blackmancruz.com Photo: Joseph De Leo

Fornasetti Theme and Variations Plate, $305, Barneys New York, Beverly hills, 310-2764400, barneys.com

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Bangle Table, price upon request, Hudson Furniture Inc., NYC, 212-645-7800, hudsonfurnitureinc.com

LA - RabLabs KIVA Platter. 24K gold edging, $420; sterling silver, $380, Mogul, LA, 323-658-5130 OC - RabLabs KIVA Platter. 24k gold edging, $420; sterling silver, $380, Bliss Home and Design, Corona del Mar, 949-566-0380

Penfolds Ampoule Wine, $168,000, Lily Lane, 707-299-3252, lily.lane@penfolds.com

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ONLINE DATING BY ALMIE ROSE

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f you’re one of the six people left who think that online dating is weird and shameful, then maybe you need to read this most of all.

Firstly, no one is ever “too old” for online dating. Online dating is simply dating made easier. You don’t have to make awkward small talk with anyone. It’s like shopping. You see what you like and you move on. And it can be great for your self-esteem. So here are some tips that I’ve gathered from my own experience.

Maybe we can all learn something.

DON’T take that whole “about me/self-summary” section too seriously. No one really wants to know everything about you right now. Write down what you think the five most important things to know about you are. Then throw that list away.

DON’T give us a list of things. I don’t mean in the OKCupid section where it says “the six things I could never do without,” I mean in the general favorites or likes/dislikes section. I don’t want to read a wall of text that’s a list of movies or bands.

Which is more interesting?

“My favorite bands are The Beatles, The White Stripes, Kings of Leon, Nina Simone, The Animals, The Who, Ke$ha, Bob Dylan, Gotye, The Supremes, The Kinks, The Velvet Underground, Robyn, and The Drifters.” or...

“I like mostly 60s rock and am not ashamed to admit that I have a weakness for pop music like Ke$ha. I know, I know. I’ll make a great argument for her over drinks.”

The first one is a list that could have come from anyone, and the second is a description that has personality in it and a potential talking point.

DON’T upload fewer than three photos. Sorry if this is news to you, but appearance counts. That doesn’t mean that every man has to look like Jon Hamm and that every woman has to look like Charlize Theron. Because some women prefer Zach Galifanakis and some men prefer Ellen Paige. What it means is that no one is going to interact with someone who doesn’t

even have a photo or who has only two. Would you rather someone meet you in person and be surprised and disappointed with how you really look because all you posted was your professionally touched-up headshot? Also, DON’T use your headshot as your profile photo. It’s cheesy! No one looks like a blemish-free, easygoing person glancing up at the camera against a bright wall all the time.

DON’T continue to send messages if your first one is ignored. Give someone at most a week to get back to you, and if they don’t, move on. If you’re going to date online, or hell, in general, you can’t take rejection personally. If you do, you’ll go mad. Just let it go. You want to be with someone who actually wants to be with you.

DON’T use “lol” or any kind of emoticon in your profile.

You can save that for messaging if you must. Putting it out there in your profile makes you look like a twelve-year-old on MySpace. If you’re telling us something and you’re not sure if we can tell it’s a joke, either make the decision to leave it there and if they don’t get it, they’re not for you anyway, or make it a very obvious joke without letting us know to “lol.” You don’t need it, trust me.

DON’T post any photos of you taking a picture of yourself in a mirror. Do I really need to explain this one?

Now go out there and just try it, just a little bit. You might be surprised.

Read more at genlux.com, apocalypstick.com or follow Almie on twitter at twitter.com/apocalypstick.

Illustration: Amy Ning / amyning.com

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Your not-so-basic LBD. Soft chiffon sleeves, matte jersey beading and bare shoulders…sexy, subtle and chic.

FASHION DESIGNER NOTES— DAVID MEISTER

Cartier Juste Un Clou bracelet, $6575, Cartier, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4272; South Coast Plaza, 714-540-8231, cartier.us

The perfect accessory for women, men and me! The Cartier Juste un Clou bracelet in pink gold. Iconic 70s fabulousness!

David Meister black jersey with chiffon sleeve, $625, davidmeister.com

Avakian white gold diamond and emerald ring, price upon request, Avakian, Beverly Hills, 310-288-2100, avakian.com

Manolo Blahnik BB pump, $595, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-5505900, neimanmarcus.com

LOCK YOURSELF IN!

Avakian white gold pink sapphire diamond and ruby ring, price upon request, Avakian, Beverly Hills, 310-288-2100, avakian.com

Praise the Lord—platforms are gone! What’s new: simple, sexy shoes like this! Hot Tom Ford and simple sky-high red Manolo pumps!

Ultimate wrap.

Bright and bold paired with tulle— beyond glamour!

Tom Ford black padlock ankle-strap pump, $1100, Tom Ford, Beverly Hills boutique, Beverly Hills, 310-270-9440, tomford.com David Meister Gold Cheetah, $690, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310550-5900, neimanmarcus.com

FOR MEN

A new look for awards season. Love this brightblue lacquered velvet jacket. I must have it!

Bottega Veneta Nero Brunissable ankle boot, $1200, Bottega Veneta, Beverly Hills, 310-858-6533 Giorgio Armani long red offthe-shoulder coat, $24,290, Emporio Armani, Beverly Hills, 310-271-7790, armani.com

Tom Ford blue lacquered jacket, $4320, Tom Ford boutique, Beverly Hills, 310-270-9440, tomford.com

Love this Bottega Veneta boot.

I am a boot freak. I have at least forty pairs. Love the black matte chain.

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FASHION PROFILE: MARIA GIULIA MARAMOTTI

GENLUXSHOP IT’S ONLY ROCK ‘N’ ROLL MEET MAXMARA’S MARIA GIULIA MARAMOTTI

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he describes her personal style as ‘downtown rock ‘n’ roll,’ and her style icon, believe it or not, is Keith Richards. No, really, Keith Richards.

Need proof ? She even has the Rolling Stones song title, Gimme Shelter, tattooed on the nape of Maria photographed in the Peninsula her neck.

Hotel Beverly Hills’ Royal Patio Suite This cool princess of fashwearing MaxMara Sportmax 1 Patrik dress, $850, all retail stores ion is Maria Giulia Prezioso Maramotti, director of retail for MaxMara USA, who also happens to be the grandaughter of the company’s founder, Achille Maramotti.

Born in Parma, Italy, Maria grew up in Reggio Emilia. She attended Bocconi University in Milan and graduated with a degree in business administration.

She continued her studies in Sydney, Australia, at the University of New South Wales.

In September of 2008 she began working for the MaxMara Group, focusing on their retail division. After moving to Paris, she became the retail manager Nina Fruedenberger for all MaxMara French markets. in MaxMara 1 Currently, Maria resides in New York Ultimo dress, $950, MaxMara, where she cares for the family’s U.S. retail Beverly Hills, fashion empire. —Stephen Christopher 310-385-9343

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What’s your favorite getaway? I believe anything can be a getaway...even having friends over for dinner is an escape for me! But of course I love traveling— anywhere, really. I’m off to Morocco in the fall, Japan over the holidays, and Mexico for my upcoming wedding.

What was your worst fashion moment? Easily anything that I gave a shot at in middle school.

FASHION PROFILE: NINA FRUEDENBERGER

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Favorite cartoon characters? The Flintstones— I’m totally into their prehistoric organic-chic interiors.

Favorite shoe? I’m always grateful for a flat at a construction-site visit. A Lanvin is always comfortable but still good-looking, and formal enough for a meeting, should a client show up!

MaxMara Madera dress,$1390, MaxMara, Beverly Hills, 310-385-9343

Q+A: MAXMARA MUSE AND INTERIOR DESIGNER NINA FREUDENBERGER What do you appreciate most about MaxMara? So many things. I love that MaxMara is still a family-run business. I’m always so excited to see the new collection; the pieces are incredibly classic and beautifully tailored. I also think that the brand is perfect for the working professional woman. The ability to shift from day to evening is something which I think is unique in the world of fashion.

What’s your personal fashion style? My style reflects my love of fabrics, patterns and color combinations, right in line with my profession! I find myself leaning toward unusual colors, layering collections/seasons for something unexpected. I love combining something utilitarian and something shiny in every outfit I wear.

How does fashion play a part in your design world? I think having the ability to express oneself, confidence in one’s decisions, and feeling inspired occurs in both my fashion and design.

What projects are you currently working on? We’re working on homes in LA, residences in NYC and the Hamptons, and a project in London. We’re also developing our own product line—everything from candles to furniture. We’re so excited for the debut!

Photographer: Martin Rusch / martinrusch.com Stylist: Angel Lee / Next Artists, LA Hair: Christian Marc / CelestineAgency.com Makeup: Roxanne Saffaie / roxy@roxylook.com Art Direction: Stephen Kamifuji Location: The Peninsula Hotel, Beverly Hills

Nina photographed in the Royal Suite at The Peninsula Hotel Beverly Hills, wearing MaxMara Elegante 1 Taverna dress, $995, MaxMara, Chicago, 312-475-9500

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CLOSET DESIRES: LEATHER LOVE

GENLUXSHOP LEATHER WAS EVERYWHERE LAST FALL. WELL, IT’S BACK, BABY! THIS YEAR DESIGNERS EXPERIMENTED WITH INNOVATIVE PATTERNS, DEEP HUES, EXOTIC SKINS AND BEJEWELED ORNAMENTS.

Barbara Bui Dude Bowling bag, $2465, barbarabui.com

Christian Dior Fall 2012

Gabby Applegate bomber leather jacket in hunter green, $671, gabbyapplegate.com

3.1 Phillip Lim textured-leather skirt, $695, NET-A-PORTER.COM

Tod’s Signature shopping tote, $1665, Tod’s, Beverly Hills, 310-2850591; South Coast Plaza, 714-556-0239

Louis Vuitton mini alligator bag, $25,760, Louis Vuitton, Beverly Hills, 310-859-0457; South Coast Plaza, 714-662-6907, louisvuitton.com

Gucci Fall 2012

Fendi Fall 2012

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Louis Vuitton First Class two-strap pump, $2120, Louis Vuitton, Beverly Hills, 310-859-0457; South Coast Plaza, 714-662-6907, louisvuitton.com

$1175, NET-A-PORTER.com

DEEP RED IS A BIG TREND THIS SEASON—THE COLOR OF L-O-V-E AND PASSION, SYNONYMOUS WITH ROYALTY AND OPULENCE. GIVE YOUR WARDROBE A BOOST BY INVESTING IN A SPECTACULAR PAIR OF HIGH KNEE-BOOTS OR A GORGEOUS SOFT AND SEXY PAIR OF LEATHER GLOVES. REST ASSURED IT WILL BRIGHTEN UP THE MOOD OF EVERYONE AROUND YOU.

Tourneau (RED) Special Edition 35mm watch with black face, red numerals and red crocodile band, $1250, Westfield Century City, LA, 310553-8463; South Coast Plaza, 714-850-0222

Christian Louboutin Interlopa 165 fringed suede knee boot, $2395, NET-A-PORTER.com Christian Louboutin Farida shopping bag, $2195, Christian Louboutin, LA, 310-247-9300, christianlouboutin.com

Barbara Bui Touch Me bag in LUBD, $2660, Barbara Bui, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4452 Balmain quiltedpanel leather skinny pant, Karl biker jacket, $1045, NET-A-PORTER.com

Marc Jacobs Prince Ostrich bag, $9995, Marc Jacobs, NY, 212924-6126

$6005, NET-APORTER.com

Christian Dior Haute Couture Fall 2012

CLOSET DESIRES: ROUGE CERISE

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Lanvin leather gloves,

Michael Kors Fall 2012

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CLOSET DESIRES: GOLDEN ERA

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Marc Jacobs Bitty metallic gold ayers bag in python, $1095, marcjacobs.com

ARE YOU A GOLD DIGGER? IN A GOOD WAY? CALL IT THE GOLD ERA, GOLD RUSH OR GOLD FEVER, IT DOESN’T MATTER… JUST BE PREPARED TO BE BLINDED BY SHINY METALLIC ACCESSORIES TO GORGEOUS SEQUIN DRESSES. ADD DEPTH TO YOUR ATTIRE, PAIR YOUR GOLDEN PIECE WITH BLACK.

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Q by Pasquale Elsa gold lip heel and platform, $825, Q by Pasquale Boutique, LA, 323-933-1345, qbypasquale.com

H.Stern Ancient America bracelet in 18K yellow gold, $25,800, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211

Barbara Bui Fall 2012

Christian Louboutin Survie gold metallic and shearling booty with stacked leather heel, $1395, Christian Louboutin, LA, 310-247-9300, christianlouboutin.com

CHANEL Paris Bombay flap bag, $5375, CHANEL, Beverly Hills, 310-278-5500

Chagoury Couture halter metallic lace dress with patent leather belt, $5265, Chagoury Couture, Beverly Hills, 310-275-3771, chagourycouture.com

Jerome C. Rousseau gold metallic leather ankle boot, $695, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, Barbara Bui Fall12

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Keny Cohen is the talented young designer behind KATRIEL— the stunning new fashion collection out of Los Angeles.

LISA WAYNE walks Keny through the Genlux two-word questionnaire.

Your Passion?

Fashion Favorite Dessert?

Chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream Your background?

I was born and raised in Los Angeles. I went to the Buckley School for 15 years, then the University of Southern California. I’ve been sketching and designing dresses since I could first draw, and I’ve always loved creating my own style.

Why Fashion?

I love that it gives people a way to express themselves. Before someone gets to know you, your appearance is always going to be the first impression you make. Your fashion sense and style can take you to whatever and whomever you want to be at the moment.

Personal Style?

I like being comfortable, yet sophisticated. I also like to incorporate something a little edgy and different into whatever I’m wearing, like a great vintage jewelry piece.

Favorite Designer?

Balmain. I love how the pieces are so unique, and the mix of glam and grunge.

Favorite Shoes?

Louboutin, because I love how high the heels are!

Fall inspiration?

Grace Kelly Favorite Restaurant?

Mastro’s Steak House Your Getaway?

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I love going to Cabo San Lucas with my family for the weekend. My favorite place is probably St. Tropez, but it’s a little tougher to get to for a quick getaway.

Greatest Gift?

Happiest moment?

The first time I saw people wearing my KATRIEL designs.

Biggest regret?

I don’t have many regrets! I think everything in life is a learning process, and I wouldn’t change a thing.

Having my parents be so supportive of me in working toward doing what I truly love and making my dreams of designing a reality.

What’s next?

Spring 2013! I’m so excited about my new collection and can’t wait to share it with everyone For more about Katriel, go to katriel.com

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GENLUXSHOP Lovely Laura

We’re not sure how degrees in Art History, English Lit, and Italian played a role in her successful food biz career, but who cares? For 13 years, Laura Cunningham, along with fiancé Thomas Keller built some of our, and more important the critics, favorite spots like The French Laundry, Per Se, Bouchon Restaurants. Pre-Keller, Cunningham assisted in opening Jonathan Waxman’s Table 29 and managed Bistro Don Giovanni - both in Napa - before opening Stars Restaurant in Oakville. Bon Appetit!

What’s your fashion style?

Where’s your favorite place to escape to?

Simple, elegant, easy-to-wear things—probably a minimalist at heart. I would be fine if my uniform were all black. Love Givenchy, YSL, L’Wren Scott, and Roland Mouret. Victoria Beckham dresses are amazing. Balenciaga, Celine, Jenni Kayne, J.Crew.

Palmilla for rest and relaxation; easy, quick, and amazing service.

I love the lush gardens and history of old One&Only Palmilla hotel Cabo…and the spa is a cure-all!

What are your favorite fashion items for fall?

What pet projects are you working on?

Bouchon

Roland Mouret

Consulting for a few people within the hospitality industry, as well as spending time focusing on Bouchon Beverly Hills. I’m also looking for a new location for an Italian concept either in LA or Napa Valley.

If you could take only one person on vacation, who would it be?

Laura Cunningham with rooster Betty

That’s so difficult to answer— there are too many special people and family in my life to choose!

Name three items you couldn’t leave behind.

iPad, great beach reading, sunscreen

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What handbag would you bring?

Victoria Beckham Shopper.

Victoria Beckham Shopper, $2100, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900, Fashion Island, Newport Beach, 949-759-1900

This year I love the black Givenchy by Martin MarRiccardo giela motorTisci Boot cycle boots $1750, Neiman and Chloe Marcus, Beverly Hills, and Givenchy 310-550-5900, knee-high Fashion Island, boots—all are 949-759-1900, so versatile from givenchy.com day-to-night and perfect with jeans. J.Crew cashmere longsleeve t-shirts are the best and Jenni Kayne v-necks. Also, Reed Krakoff has beautiful pieces that are great for my work wardrobe. Stella McCartney jackets are the perfect fit too.

Stella McCartney Fall 2012

Ten years ago, Nathalie Pouille-Zapata left behind her career as marketing director to work alongside her husband, GZ, at West Hollywood’s Sur Restaurant— an nüber-trendy establishment they co-own with everyone’s favorite couple on The Housewives of Beverly Hills, Ken and Lisa Todd. Fast-forward to today and the couple have not only expanded the restaurant by double, they’ve also doubled the size of their family with the addition of two beautiful girls. Nathalie’s personal style?

Dress-up casual with a chic, classic touch of Paris.

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What projects are you working on?

Right now I’m nurturing our new Sur Lounge…it’s just a year old.

I’ve been traveling to Europe and South America to bring back new trends and new party concepts to LA. Our ‘Rendez-Vous’ Tuesdays feature fabulous eclectic music from international DJs and lots of sparklers when patrons pop a jeroboam of Champagne!

SUR Restaurant and Lounge, West Hollywood What handbags?

A Vanessa Bruno Cabas and the sequined flap bag from CHANEL. Christian Louboutin Very Privé nude patent leather peep-toe pump, $845, Christian Louboutin, South Coast Plaza, 714-754-9200, christianlouboutin.com

If you could take only one person on vacation, who would it be?

My husband, Guillermo, of course. Even though we’re working together, our schedules are very different and we barely see each other.

What are your favorite items for this season?

Name three items you couldn’t leave behind.

Diorshow Extase black mascara, Italia Independent aviator sunglasses, and my iPad to stay connected with LA. Diorshow Extase Mascara, $28.50, Where’s your favorite Dior, Beverly Hills, place to escape to?

310-859-4700; The beach—to relax and make sand castles South Coast Plaza, 714-549-4700, with my daughters. My dior.com

two favorites are Pampelonne Beach in Saint-Tropez and Playa del Carmen in Yucatan.

Christian Dior Haute Couture Fall 2012

How do you go from day to night?

A LWD (little white dress) works well day and night. I switch my flats for some high heel sandals, add lots of golden jewelry to enhance my tan, and a touch of transparent pink gloss, my favorite is Baume de Rose By Terry.

Baume de Rose SPF15, By Terry, $59, Barneys New York, Beverly Hills, 310-276-4400, barneys.com

Everything from the Fall Dior Collection

by Raf Simons—he is a genius of sexy elegance!

What shoes do you bring?

Lanvin flats, Jerome Rousseau highheeled sandals, vintage low boots, and Louboutin Very Prive pumps.

Jerome C. Rousseau black silk D’Orsay sandal with metallic gold trims and loop detail at the toe, $795, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211

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GENLUXSHOP WORLD TRAVELER The first time Leonor Varela came to the attention of American audiences was when she starred in ABC’s critically acclaimed mini-series Cleopatra. In 2004, the Chilean-born Leonor reached international stardom for her performance opposite Jean Reno and Gerard Depardieu in the mega-hit French comedy Tais-Toi, which means Shut Up. Now expecting her first child with producer Lucas Akoskin, she just wrapped a six-episode arc on TNT’s Dallas reboot, and will co-star in the CW’s drama pilot The Selection, an epic romance set 300 years in the future.

How would you describe your personal style?

Bohemian-chic with a vintage edge, or something that makes it feel like my own. I like timeless pieces, almost classic, mixed with fun and flare.

What’s your favorite item in your closet?

Right now I’m loving my Carolina Herrera burnt-orange handbag.

What’s always in your purse?

CH Carolina Herrera Box bag, $860, Carolina Herrera, LA, 323-782-9090; South Coast Plaza, 714-662-0572

Burt’s Bees natural tint lip balm, money, and ID, of course.

What are you reading?

I’m obsessed with La Mujer Infinita by Jose Ignacio Valenzuela. This story is my passion project; I’m currently having it adapted into a script.

What’s your weekend look?

I wear flats by Sigerson Morrison or Coach. I love natural fabrics that breathe, and are gentle on my skin like James Perse and Alexander Wang Roxy shorts.

If you could wear only one designer from head to toe, who would it be?

Isabel Marant. I’ve been buying her clothes for twenty years, when she used to sell out of her atelier!

What’s your favorite low-price secret weapon store?

Wasteland for a little vintage something.

La Mujer Infinita

by Jose Ignacio Valenzuela, $15.59, amazon.com

What’s your earliest fashion memory?

Wasteland, LA, 323-871-8080 shopwasteland.com Unearthen Pyramid quartz watch, $470, Roseark, West Hollywood, 323-822-3600

My Oshkosh blue-and-white-striped overalls.

As a toddler I refused to take them off !

What do you sleep in?

Isabel Steve Alan PJs in winter, or a comfy old, soft tee. Marant Fall 2012 What kind of watch do you wear?

A gold-plated vintage replica, with a triangular crystal top.

I just got it at Roseark, my favorite jewelry store in LA. Who are your favorite fashion photographers?

Contemporary? Without a doubt, Mert Alas and Marcus Piggot. Old timers? Helmut Newton and Guy Bourdin.

What’s your favorite scent?

The essential oils and derivatives of amber and musk...they’re deep, sensual and also unisex. Currently I’m wearing Armani’s Code.

What’s your favorite vacation destination?

Going home to Chile...up north in the Valle del Elqui, where my family is from. But otherwise, I love going to Tamarindo in Costa Rica.

Do you overpack or underpack?

Roseark, West Hollywood, 323-822-3600

I definitely underpack; too much schlepping bags around the world has taught me to carry less.

What are your go-to boutiques in LA?

Intermix in Malibu, but I spend much more time than anywhere at Roseark.

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Specialty: Lens implant and laser vision correction Dr. Khodabakhsh is considered one of the nations leading authorities on the implantation of lenses to correct presbyopia, a condition where with age, the eye exhibits a progressively diminished ability to focus on near objects. Dr. Khodabakhsh has performed thousands of successful eye surgeries—especially in challenging cases. After completing his residency at the prestigious NY Medical College/ Eye and Ear Infirmiry, Dr. Khodabakhsh joined the faculty and became a Clinical Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology. He is board certified in ophthalmology and is seeing patients in his Beverly Hills and Torrance, facilities. He currently lectures nationally and internationally and has trained dozens of doctors in the techniques of small incision cataract surgery. He also has numerous publications in major ophthalmic journals including Ophthalmology, American Journal of Ophthalmology, and Cornea. Dr Khodabaksh, 450 North Bedford Drive, Beverly Hills, 90210, 310-550-7888, beverlyhillsvision.com

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He graduated with academic and humanitarian distinction from UC Irvine School of Medicine. After completing a six-year residency program at UCLA, he went on to become a founding member and later the Director of the CedarsSinai Head & Neck Cancer Center of Excellence. Dr. Larian is the Chief of Head & Neck Surgery at Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles. His practice has a wide range, from patients who require simple treatments with a single visit, to those who have complex problems and require long-term follow- up. His expertise is minimally invasive treatments of sinus, thyroid, parathyroid, salivary glands and throat disorders. Babak Larian, MD, 9401 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 650, Beverly Hills 90212, 310-461-0300, larianmd.com

DR. BABAK AZZIZZADEH

Specialty: Facial Plastic Surgery Dr. Babak Azizzadeh, Chairman and Director of the Center for Advanced Facial Plastic Surgery, is one of the leading international experts in facial plastic surgery. His expertise in cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery has made him one of the most sought-after physicians. Dr. Azizzadeh’s client list includes celebrities, executives, physicians, and dignitaries from around the world. He has been featured on T he Oprah Winfrey Show, in People Magazine, T he Ne w York Times, Discover y Health, T he Los Angeles Times, Beverly Hills Courier and numerous other media outlets. Dr. Azizzadeh is one of a select group of surgeons who are double-boardcertified by the American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery as well as the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery.

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DR. PAUL S. NASSIF

Specialty: Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery; Rhinoplasty Surgery Dr. Paul S. Nassif is a skilled facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon known for rhinoplasty and aging face rejuvenation. He has received international recognition by patients, peers and members of the media for his innovative surgical techniques. His work specializes in obtaining natural results in rhinoplasty, specifically ethnic and revision procedures, as well as in aging face surgery. He has authored numerous peer review articles on facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and has been called upon to give medical conference presentations and lectures about the latest surgical techniques. Dr. Nassif is a director of a fellowship training program accredited by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, which instructs young facial plastic surgeons in his innovative surgical techniques. He’s regularly featured on Dr. 90210, and The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Dr. Paul S. Nassif, MD, F.A.C.S., Spalding Drive Plastic Surgery, Beverly Hills Office, 120 S. Spalding Drive, Suite 315, Beverly Hills 90212, 310 275-2467, info@ spaldingplasticsurgery.com spaldingplasticsurgery.com, rhinoplastyspecialist.com DR. GUY MASSRY

Specialty: Aesthetic Eye Area Surgery Dr. Guy Massry is an ophthalmic plastic surgeon practicing in Beverly Hills. His primary expertise focuses on cosmetic forehead/eyebrow lifting, blepharoplasty (eyelid) surgery, eyelid and facial fat grafting and fillers (such as Restylane and Juvederm), Botox/Dysport treatments, and midface surgery (cheek lifts). Dr. Massry attended the University of Southern California for his undergraduate and medical training.

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TRENDING NOW! BURBERRY’S ARTISTIC CONSULTANT WENDY ROWE SHARES HER FALL BEAUTY SECRETS GET THE LOOK: TO CREATE A VELVETY SMOKY EYE, WENDY USED BURBERRY BEAUTY’S DARK SABLE AND MULBERRY EYE SHADOWS FOR A SOFT, EFFECT, WHILE THE LIPS WERE DABBED WITH SEPIA PINK AND MOCHA GLOW LIPSTICKS.

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Armani Maestro Eraser $40, giorgioarmanibeauty.com

Apply Effortless Mascara in Midnight Brown No. 02 to the upper and lower lashes.

Burberry Beauty Sheer Eyeshadow in Sheer Sable, $29, nordstrom.com

Sweep Sheer Eyeshadow in Gold Trench No. 04 on the entire eyelid

GLOW To moisturize and illuminate the skin, apply Fresh Glow as a base.

SKIN Burberry Lip Cover in Sepia Pink #32, $30, nordstrom.com

For effortlessly flawless skin with a velvet finish, apply Velvet Foundation from the center of the face, blending outward. Add Sheer concealer to highlight and define the features.

Kate Somerville Nourish Body Perfection, $45, katesomerville.com Carita Paris Haute Beauté Tint, $55, caritadirect.com La Mer The Moisturizing Soft Cream, $150, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310275-4211; Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900

LIPS Burberry Lip Cover in Mocha Glow #31, $30, nordstrom.com

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Apply Lip Velvet in Pink Azalea No. 308.

For a more subtle result, apply to the finger and press color onto the lips. Evenly cover upper and lower lip line with Lip Definer in Bright Plum No. 04.

Armani Maestro Complexion Perfector, $62, giorgioaramanibeauty.com

THIS FALL, SWEETEN YOUR LOCKS WITH THESE INNOVATIVE PRODUCTS THAT USE NATURAL BOTANICALS FROM MOTHER EARTH. TREAT YOUR SUN-DAMAGED HAIR TO SOME NOURISHMENT AND SMELL DIVINE IN THE PROCESS!—DAVEN MAYEDA

IT&LY PURE WATER DROPS Pure Water Drops is a great way to shield your hair from the sun and harmful Tigi CatwalkUV rays. It contains essences ofSession sandal, Series barley, and philodendron that will give your hair a great gloss Salt Spray and hide your split ends! Apply it on Umberto damp hair and let it air-dry. It’s really Beverly Hills, light and won’t leave hair greasy! $19.99, 310274-6395 IT&LY Pure Water Drops, $22, italyhairfashion.com

PRIVÉ VOLUME SHAMPOO Privé has a brand-new dry shampoo that’s not only a great styling product, it can give your hair a rest this fall with ginko biloba, green tea and soy extracts! If you’re a gal who loves body and ultra-volume, try Privé Volume Shampoo on your roots to instantly create volume! Spray your ends with this lovely product and add volume to your curls as well!

Privé Volumizing Dry Shampoo, $29, Privé, LA, 323-931-5559, priveproducts.com

Mizani Coconut Souffle, $20, mizani-usa.com

MIZANI COCONUT SOUFFLE This issue of Genlux is celebrating food and wine in the heart of Beverly Hills. Why not indulge your senses and treat your hair to Mizani Coconut Soufflé? It’s enriched with coconut and camellia oils to help strengthen, protect and reduce breakage. Apply this elixir to your curly locks to whip them into shape!

MOLTON BROWN’S MER-ROUGE DEEP CONDITIONING MASK AND PLUM-KADU GLOSSING SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER Is your hair in desperate need of some TLC from the beach? Molton Brown’s Mer-rouge Deep Conditioning Mask and Plum-Kadu Glossing Shampoo & Conditioner revive your seasalted tresses. This dynamic duo is packed with tons of nutrients from the earth. Plum-kadu fruit and Moringa seed help detoxify, combat pollution, and add tons of shine. Plus, they help reduce the risk of breakage.

REDKEN SATINWEAR 02 PREPPING BLOW-DRY LOTION Sweeten up your life and your hair with Redken’s Satinwear 02 Prepping blow-dry lotion. This lovely elixir is infused with luscious cranberry oil and xylose sugar to help prevent heat damage, condition and softenyour hair before blow-drying!

Treat yourself to something sweet without the calories!

Redken satinwear 02 prepping blow-dry lotion, $18, redken.com

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Molton Brown Plum-kadu Glossing Conditioner, $30, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900; moltonbrown.com

Molton Brown Plum-kadu Glossing Shampoo, $30, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900; moltonbrown.com

Molton Brown Mer-rouge Deep Conditioning Mask $42, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900; moltonbrown.com

WHAT’S ON EVERYONE’S LIPS THIS SEASON? FALL’S EXPLOSION OF BOLD, RICH COLORS! M·A·C Heavenly Creatures Cremesheen Gloss Galaxy Rose, $19, maccosmetics.com

ILIA Beauty lipstick Arabian Nights, $24, iliabeauty.com

ILIA Beauty Lipstick Ink Pot (limited edition launches in Oct.) $24, iliabeauty.

CHANEL Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lipcolor, Determinee, Lipcolor Pirate, Rouge Noir, $34, chanel.com Ellis Faas Milky Lips L202, $35, Woodley & Bunny, LA, 323-951-9906

Aveda Nourish Mint Smoothing Lipcolor Rare Orchid, $16, aveda.com

Ellis Faas Creamy Lips L101, $35, Woodley & Bunny, LA, 323-951-9906

Sunday Riley Modern Lip Color Persuasive, $32, Barneys New York Sunday Riley Modern Lip Color Orchid Cream, $32, Barneys New York, barneys.com

Sunday Riley Modern Lip Color Wine Stain, $32, Barneys New York, barneys.com

Tom Ford Beauty Deep Mink, $48, neimanmarcus.com

M·A·C Heavenly Creatures Cremesheen Gloss Galaxy Rose, $19, maccosmetics.com

Kanebo Sensai Vibrant Cream Rouge VC08, neimanmarcus.com

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Kanebo Sensai Vibrant Cream Rouge VC13, $40, neimanmarcus.com

Tom Ford Beauty Black Orchid, $48, neimanmarcus.com

Kanebo Sensai Lasting Treatment Rouge LT115, neimanmarcus.com

Tom Ford Beauty Crimason Noir, $48, neimanmarcus.com

Aveda Nourish Mint Smoothing Lipcolor Snap Dragon, $16, aveda.com

Clarins Rouge Prodige in Dark Cherry $24.50, nordstrom.com

Photo: Courtney Beckett; Makeup: Camille Clark / aimartist.com; Hair: Sienree for Oribe @ celestineagency.com; Location: Smashbox Studios, West Hollywood

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FOOD & WINE

GENLUXSHOP We head to Maui for the Kapalua Wine & Food Festival, America’s longest-running foodfest. The good news, as our SAMIA ARSLANE finds: With practice comes perfection.

View from Kapalua Bay Photo: Merriman’s Kapalua

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few months ago my good friends and I took off for Maui to celebrate the 31st Annual Kapalua Wine & Food Festival. Held every year at the prestigious Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua, it’s the oldest foodfest in the U.S. We stayed at The Outrigger Kapalua Villas—a stunning resort overlooking emerald fairways and sheltered bays on Maui’s northwest coast. It was heaven!

The welcoming reception was held at Merriman’s Kapalua. For over twenty years Chef Peter Merriman has been a culinary pioneer in Hawaii. Hailed by The Los Angeles Times as “the Pied Piper of Hawaii Regional Cuisine,” he’s the original ‘locavore’—devoted to using locally grown and raised foods.

The gorgeous ocean views and infinite blue skies keep you fixated for hours. It turned out to be the perfect location to kick off an activity-filled weekend: cooking demonstrations with celebrity chefs, tasting of premium Spanish wines, cocktail receptions and more. I particularly enjoyed the seafood part of the festival, which featured culinary delights from Hawaii’s most prominent chefs.

I was really looking forward to indulging in some savory Hawaiian delicacies, but to my surprise, one of my favorites was Merriman’s white-chocolate-filled Malasadas dessert.

Malasadas come in a brown bag that your server shakes up to give a nice, even coat of powdered sugar, then you dip them in a little pot of Maui Oma Coffee caramel dipping sauce.

Mmmm! Malasadas are very traditional to the island. They came to Hawaii with the Portuguese immigrants who worked on the plantations in the early 1900s. And they are dangerously exquisite.

Oenophiles, gourmands and enthusiasts of the good life will definitely enjoy the festivities and fall in love with the serenity of the resort. Maybe I’ll see you next year! Aloha!

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Seafood Festival Photo: The Ritz-Carlton Kapalua

Q+A with Chef Peter Merriman When did you know you wanted to be a chef? Ever since I was a small kid, and I could never satisfy my appetite.

You’re known for being the first chef in Hawaii to go to local ranchers and farmers to source your menu and get local products. What challenges did that present? Originally there wasn’t enough fresh supply, so we had to encourage farmers to grow vegetables and produce.

Locally grown produce just tastes better. Our biggest challenge now is helping ranchers stay in business. We would like to see Hawaii raise pheasants and chickens. Additionally, we would like to see the state’s dairy business grow.

Did you learn anything new/interesting at this year’s Festival? I learned how much I love Gary Pisoni’s Pinot.

What’s your signature dish? Dessert?

Wok-Charred Ahi and Merriman’s Chocolate Purse Dessert Favorite fruit? Lilikoi (also known as Passion Fruit) Favorite vegetable? Pohole fern (wild Hawaiian Fern) Favorite aroma? When I’m riding my bike and a pineapple truck drives by.

Red wine or white? Yes and yes!

Is there something you won’t eat?

Ake—raw bull liver.

Dying to eat? Ceviche while vacationing in Rio. What are the biggest misconceptions people have about chefs? That they are sane and that they don’t drink that much.

Charred Ahi, Merriman’s Original Wok Charred Ahi Photo Credit: Merriman’s Kapalua

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The dining scene in Los Angeles has enjoyed as many plot twists and turns as a Hollywood blockbuster. Our city is fast emerging as a force to be reckoned with on the global dining scene. A hotbed of promising talent is turning out food that is capturing the attention of food lovers all over the world. We talked to some of the newest chefs creating some of the most memorable food in LA. We found out their favorite places to eat in the city, and uncovered insider tips to help you become a top chef in your very own kitchen. —Sherryl White

casey lane of Tasting Kitchen and The Parish Describe your “food style.”

I’m all about tradition and heritage. I don’t follow trends or fads. I try to create food memory: when we eat something really good it creates one of our strongest memories.

Best place for spices and seasonings?

Penzey’s has top-of-the-line spices.

I believe you should stay true to the cuisine you’re cooking. I love India’s Sweets and Spices for traditional Indian spice mixes.

Favorite Los Angeles dining Sushi Sushi on Beverly Drive near Olympic. It’s not well known, but hand-over fist. It’s the best sushi restaurant in LA. The flavor profiles are amazing. I also like Pizzeria Mozza and Son of a Gun—it’s fun, playful and eccentric, and exactly what Angelenos want to eat right now.

How can a home cook become a Top Chef in their own kitchen?

Don’t force creativity. Buy from the Farmer’s Market. Recipes are only as good as your ingredients. Create meals around what’s fresh at that moment. Let the food tell you what the menu is going to be.

Where do you find inspiration?

Our customers inspire me. I like to know what piques their interest.

The farmer’s markets and the pride the farmers take in their produce is inspirational. I also look to other cooks, history books, and restaurants.

Josef centeno of Bäco Mercat Favorite LA Restaurants? Gjelina, Mozza, Kokekokko yakitori, Daikokuya in Little Tokyo, and Spice Table. The company changes the taste of the food you’re eating. The better the company you’re with, the tastier the food becomes.

Best place to buy kitchen supplies?

I like Heath Ceramics dishes. Also, Le Sanctuaire in San Francisco is a great online resource.

How do you set your table?

Minimalist with the plating. Let the food do the talking.

Describe your “food style.”

New American. It’s a mix of my roots—I have a multicultural background. I’m part German, Polish, Mexican, Spanish, French, Irish, English, Aztec and Native American.

What’s the most extravagant purchase for your kitchen?

It’s not the most extravagant thing out there, but I bought an AeroPress, which makes a pretty awesome shot of coffee fast.

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Michael Voltaggio of Ink Best place to buy kitchen supplies?

Mutual Trading Company.

Describe your “food style.”

Modern LA cooking, which is all about good food that’s elevated through creativity and extra touches.

My food is healthy ethnic. It’s not trendy; it honors tradition and history.

Favorite L.A. restaurants?

Daikokuya Ramen in Little Tokyo, Cho Sun Galbee Korean Barbecue, Guelaguetza cooks up delicious Oaxacan dishes, and Ricky’s Fish Tacos are amazing. Follow them on Twitter to see where they are. Everything Roy Choi (of Kogi truck fame) is doing is right. He’s the mayor of redefining LA’s food culture. Jon and Vinny at Animal and Son of a Gun are doing great things.

Most extravagant purchase for your kitchen?

A pasta extruder by Arcobaleno. I use it to create beautifully shaped pasta.

Newest ingredient to spice up your food?

I’m using vinegars in place of salt and pepper. I’m also using an atomizer to mist acidity on top of a dish. It creates a taste that puckers on your tongue.

Best places to buy knives?

Japanese Knife Imports in Venice sells good knives.

Mutual Trading Company is also a good resource.

I also like Shun knives.

of Charlie Palmer at Bloomingdale’s South Coast Plaza Best dishware & knives?

Fortessa Dishware/ Kramer Knives Best late-night snack?

Banana split Describe your “food style.”

Progressive American cuisine is an evolving style of cooking, built on classical French techniques, with a focus on American regional ingredients.

What are some of your favorite restaurants?

Café Hiro is a favorite of mine. For breakfast I really enjoy Break a Dawn – I love their short rib poached eggs. For ethnic food I like Dosa Place – it’s Indian cuisine. We have great drinks on offer at Charlie Palmer at Bloomingdale’s South Coast Plaza. And The Bazaar in LA has some great cocktails.

Newest ingredient to spice up your food?

Fennel Pollen—lots of flavor with a little bit of sweetness.

How can a home cook become a Top Chef in their own kitchen?

Buy Bryan and Michael Voltaggio’s cookbook, Volt Ink. My advice for cooking at home is to choose a theme, then present a really impressive main-course centerpiece and then incorporate two or three simple sides to complete the meal.

Where do you find inspiration?

Everywhere. I travel daily from one city to another across the U.S., so it could be from passing by food trucks, strolling through the green market, aromas from other restaurants, or dinner at a friend’s house.

gENLUXshop Dr. anDrew weil of True Food Kitchen Newport Beach Describe your “food style.”

I have developed an anti-inflammatory diet. I use the freshest ingredients possible and high-quality foods. My recipes are inspired by Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines.

Best place for spices and seasonings?

I think growing herbs in your own backyard is ideal. Penzeys is great and Kaloustian’s in New York is an amazing resource.

Newest ingredient to spice up your food?

Fresh horseradish, which is so different from the prepared kind. I use the root to spice up fish. I’ve been playing with green shiso. I’ve been experimenting with it. It makes a lovely pesto.

How can a home cook become a Top Chef in their own kitchen?

Cooking is a wonderful social ritual.

Engaging friends in the preparation of the meal changes the feeling of cooking.

Master a few simple recipes, get your friends involved, and have fun!

Where do you find inspiration?

I’m an inventive cook, and I often uncover ideas through my travels. I spent ten days in Sicily. My eyes and ears were open and I discovered so much.

What food trends are over?

Raw-food diet. The Paleo Diet and eating low-fat. Science is proving that a healthy diet consists of eating the right kinds of carbs in the proper amount.

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Cat Cora Of Macy’s Signature Kitchen, Cat Cora’s ‘Que Describe your “food style.”

Healthy gourmet. I focus on seasonality, innovation, intelligence and bringing an element of sexiness to the dishes I create.

Most extravagant purchase for your kitchen?

A gigantic marble slab for my kitchen countertop. I use it to make pasta dough, chocolate, so many things! My kids sit on it and watch me cook. It’s dramatic and makes a statement.

It’s lovely!

Hidden gems in LA dining?

Jitlada, Café Verona, Aroma Coffee and Tea, Nickel Diner, The Best Fish Taco in Ensenada (which is actually an outpost in Los Feliz).

Newest ingredient to spice up your food?

Smoked cocoa. I’m mixing it with varieties of chilies and dried orange peel for meat rubs.

It’s delicious!

How can a home cook become a Top Chef in their own kitchen?

Invest in the tools to create good food. You’ll need a couple of good pans and sharp knives.

Start off with simple things—it’s like learning a language. I suggest starting off with learning to roast a chicken. Get that down, then expand. Don’t bite off more than you can chew.

Where do you find inspiration?

Through my travels. I travel constantly all over the world. I keep my finger on the pulse by eating out and trying new things—I’m an adventurer. I read about food; I love discovering old books about food. And I’m always trying new restaurants.

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GENLUX SET OUT IN SEARCH OF ESTABLISHMENTS THAT PROVIDE GREAT FOOD AND GREAT SERVICE IN A GLAMOROUS ENVIRONMENT. HERE ARE SOME OF OUR FAVORITE LA RESTAURANTS. BOUCHON Stepping into the dining room at Bouchon, you’re instantly transported to another world: you’ve entered the land of the French bistro, a colorful place where locals and beautiful people come to break lovely fresh-baked bread and ruminate on the goings-on of the day. You must try the lamb, the mussels and fries, and for dessert, the Baba au Rhum. The food is a tour de force through the best of France as adeptly interpreted in Master Chef Thomas Keller’s nimble hands. Beverly Hills, 310-271-9910, bouchonbistro.com

CULINA Named one of the top restaurants in Los Angeles by Zagat, Culina Modern Italian is one of our favorite places to have lunch and dinner. Everything on the menu is delicious, the service is first-class, and the atmosphere charming and inviting. The insalata RC (prawns, Maine lobster, crabmeat, avocado, mixed greens, and lemon vinaigrette), the Crudo Cappesante, the Polipo, the clams, ink squid and lamb chops are divine. If you’re lucky, the gracious Culina chef Meredith Manee may come and say hello. Beverly Hills, 310-860-4000, culinarestaurant.com

FIG & OLIVE Did you know that Fig & Olive boasts more than twenty of the finest olive oils from the Mediterranean region?

And it’s located on Melrose Place, the notorious CW bastion synonymous with duplicity, hedonism and style. Make a reservation, especially on the weekends. Try the Truffle Risotto (simply mouth-watering!) as well as the Rosemary Lamb Chops, the Salmon Crudo, even the salad. Overall, the food is sensational; the service extremely sharp, and the wine brings a smile to le premier sommelier himself. Executive Chef Pascal Lorange.

LA, 310-360-9100, figandolive.com

TORTILLA REPUBLIC Tortilla Republic is not your traditional Mexican restaurant, as the cuisine is paired with a trendy atmosphere and unique decor. The food is delicious and beautifully plated; the clientele is diverse, from young hipsters to an older crowd and celebrities. We spotted Matthew Perry at the next table. The hip ambiance and delicious cuisine will definitely satisfy your Mexican craving! Chef Cathy Shyne. West Hollywood, 310-657-9888, tortillarepublic.com

WP24 Situated on the 24th floor of the Ritz Carlton downtown, WP24 is a wonderful, romantic place to dine as you overlook the gorgeous view of the city and enjoy great cocktails and delicious food. Save room for their amazing selection of desserts. Among our favorites: Peach Umai and the Coco Banana, which has sugar-roasted bananas, coconut nectar mousse, hazelnut crunch, and banana ice cream. Yummy! LA, 213-743-8824

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KOI KOI To celebrate Koi’s 10th anniversary, executive chef Robb Lucas has created the Koi Crispy Rice Flight, featuring ten versions of the restaurant’s signature Crispy Rice. Sake enthusiasts will also be pleased by the wide selection. Our favorite dishes are the Creamy Lobster and Shrimp Salad on Crispy Rice, Eel & Avocado Roll, Salmon Sashimi and the Assorted Sushi. A decade later, this is still one of the best places for celebrity-spotting. LA, 310-659-9449, koirestaurant.com

Mr. C MR. C The restaurant at Mr. C brings you back to Italy. The level of service is incredible and the servers are so elegant with their classic Venetian double-breasted white jackets. Gracie mille to brothers Ignazio and Maggio, fourth-generation Ciprianis, for bringing to LA their delicious and internationally renowned Italian dishes. Chef Giuseppe Manco. LA, 310-226-6245, mrchotels.com

PETROSSIAN Petrossian is a charming boutique and restaurant that resembles les petits cafés Parisiens. Known for their extensive selection of caviar, they offer classes to educate people on the delicacy. In addition, they’ve created various products like the Petrossian Caviar Powder—dried caviar that captures its sensational taste, and can also be used as salt.

Then there’s the Petrossian caviar cube, usually placed on a stick and served atop a martini glass. They call it the Caviartini. Try it! C’est délicieux! Chef Giselle Wellman. West Hollywood, 310-271-0576, petrossian.com

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LE MONTAGE Tucked away in a beachfront cabin lies the restaurant The Studio on the estate of the Montage Hotel. Chef Craig Strong has created a beautiful menu full of one-of-a-kind dishes made with the finest ingredients. The restaurant has a homey feel...dim lighting and all. Chef Strong grows all of the vegetables and herbs in the garden located along the rounds of the hotel. Laguna Beach, studiolagunabeach.com

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PINK TACO Pink Taco on the Sunset Strip is the place to go if you’re in the mood for tacos. They offer a wide variety of Mexican dishes—different types of enchiladas, tortillas, fajitas, platos and, of course, tacos. Try the Brisket Enchilada…it will melt in your mouth. The best part about Pink Taco is that you won’t have to break the bank to dine there. It’s affordable and oh, so tasty. The atmosphere is casual, yet trendy. Chef Jose Aleman. LA, 323380-7474, pinktaco.com

SCARPETTA Two years after the opening of Chef Scott Conant’s Scarpetta at Montage Beverly Hills, the restaurant is almost always fully booked. The quality of the food and the superb service bring people back week after week. One of Scarpetta’s signature dishes is the spaghetti with tomato and basil.

Simply exquisite! For a special evening with your girlfriends or your honey, why not dine at the Chef’s Counter? Few get to experience it—the counter seats only five, so book it now! Executive Chef Freddy Vargas. LA, 310860-7970, montagebeverlyhills.com

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SUR Don’t look now, but that’s Lisa Vanderpump of The Housewives of Beverly Hills over in the corner. She, along with her husband, Ken, and GZ and Nathalie are the powerful foursome that own/run this sexy restaurant and lounge in West Hollywood. The beautiful servers and stunning décor make this the go-to place for good food and charming atmosphere. Open with the Heirloom Tomato Salad, try the crispy chicken, and finish with the restaurant’s signature bread pudding. Delicious! Other winners are the beet salad and the Veal Milanese. Try their wonderful selection of fine wines. LA, 310-289-2824, surrestaurantandbar.com

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RED O Red O is a gorgeous restaurant with a casual sophistication that puts you at ease. The menu features authentic Mexican and lighter California-style dishes. While you wait for your table, have a drink at the tequila bar and check out the premium liquors on display from floor to ceiling. Muy Bonito! This is Chef Rick Bayless’ first restaurant outside of Chicago. Lucky us—he chose our City of Angels! LA, 323-655-5009, redorestaurant.com

SOTTO Located in the basement of a Pico brownstone, Sotto looks like it would be more at home on New York Street at Fox Studio’s backlot, just down the boulevard. The restaurant occupies the same space where Test Kitchen entertained us back in 2010. Some of LA’s best chefs opened shop here for brief stints behind the grill, including Walter Manzke and Michael Voltaggio. The final residents were Orange County’s Steve Samson and Zach Pollack. The OC duo liked it so much they decided to stay and reopen under the Sotto banner. Zach insists they didn’t win any contests; they just liked the vibe.

And what a vibe they have. The bar is alive with Westsiders, appetizers, and creative spirits after dark. Come early and ask drinkmaster Nick Meyer to shake up a $12 Bartender’s Choice cocktail before dinner. You call the spirit, he does the rest.

The kitchen is southern Italian, from Naples down to Sicily, and it’s fully equipped with a wood-fired oven that finds constant use. We ordered the Guanciale Pizza. This miracle of house-cured pork cheek and soft southern Italian pizza dough came out of the oven leopard-spotted and smoky good.

Also tried and recommended are the Peppers al Forno appetizer, Warm Octopus Salad, and the Casarecce, a braised lamb ragu. Sotto brings hearty southern Italian to the table with balance and poise.

The wine list is packed with gems from unfamiliar grapes, made by unfamiliar producers. Consumerunfriendly? Not at all. Ask for Rory Harrington, the wine captain. He’ll take you through a tableside crash course on southern Italian wine tasting. It’s fun and enlightening. When our savory courses arrived, Rory came back with reds to sample. My favorite of the night was a bold 2009 Al-Cantara, from grapes grown on the slopes of volcanic Mt. Etna.

If you want to bring your own wine, the corkage fee is generous. For each bottle you buy off the menu, Sotto will waive the $25 charge for your bottle. —Jeff Lipsman Sotto, 9575 West Pico Blvd, LA, 310-277-0210, sottorestaurant.com

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Neighborhood: There’s no denying my love of the Westside because of its proximity to the ocean.

Time of year: Spring ON AND OFF THE PLANE:

What’s in your carry-on? Vogue, my Mac laptop, a Hermès travel blanket, and my Kindle filled with Deepak Chopra and David Sedaris.

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Stay in LA? The Peninsula in Beverly Hills is my home away from home. I love the Old World hospitality—they always take such good care of me. I try to squeeze one meeting in by the pool in one of their amazing cabanas!

Have drinks? Mr. C Beverly Hills for a Bellini or Sunny Spot in Venice for an Imperial Fizz.

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Shops: Curve, Reformation, Satine, and Maxfield are favorites.

What’s the first thing you do to unwind?

Head to The Peninsula, where I slip into their yummy robe and call home to talk to my girls.

How do you make your hotel room feel more like home? The Peninsula embroiders my initials on the pillowcases, making it feel extra homey. Such a nice touch! I also bring a candle—Jo Malone Red Roses is a favorite.

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Restaurants: The Tasting Kitchen in Venice Beach, Mori or Nishimura for sushi, and Capo for Italian.

Museums: MOCA, LACMA, and the Getty are simply breathtaking. I also like visiting The West Hollywood Library to get inspired.

Beaches: All the “Els” along PCH in Malibu: El Matador, El Pescador. They’re off the beaten path a bit…and so picturesque. I’m a beach girl at heart!

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What are your packing essentials for LA? I travel light, and a dress is perfect for that. I also don’t travel anywhere without my set of Bobbi Brown brushes. They make a world of difference when doing my makeup.

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Red-eye or morning flight? Neither. I like to wake up and enjoy the California mornings. I’ll take a late morning or early afternoon flight and use the five hours to get uninterrupted work done.

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by Rachel Roy. That year she was also recognized by the Accessories Council with an ACE Award for best brand launch. A devout philanthropist, Rachel has been recognized for her significant work with OrphanAid Africa and her partnership with the Heart of Haiti artisans collective, introduing and distributing Haitian jewelry to the American marketplace. She is a member of the CFDA and continues to stand out as a voice of evolution and sustainability in the fashion industry. When she visits Los Angeles, Rachel enjoys a cozy stay at the Peninsula Hotel and a bite at the Tasting Kitchen in Venice Beach. By Courtney Fortune

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What do you wish LA had more of that you have in NY? More places within walking distance.

I love to explore and people-watch; it’s how I research new collections.

What do you wish NY had that LA has? The weather and constant sunshine…and the much larger closet space and the outdoor space!

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