One of my favorite things about weddings is how they give the couple and their loved ones so many excuses to party! And bridal showers are no exception. While I've been to all sorts of showers — tea parties, fully catered lunches, co-ed boozy bashes, and even bachelorette-shower combos, to name a few — my favorites have been ones that allowed me to mix and mingle easily with friends and enjoy Read more

This week in 1977, arguably one of the most influential clubs in history — Studio 54 — opened its doors at 254 West 54th Street, Manhattan, to the dancing public. Catering to a wide variety of clientele, the club welcomed gay and straight, black and white, famous, infamous, and totally anonymous guests. It was, by all accounts, absolutely the place to be seen in the late '70s. Not only was Read more

Known for his minimalist modern architectural designs that cater to the Hollywood elite, Los Angeles-based architect Steve Hermann completed the Glass Pavilion, a home he's referred to as his "opus," nearly two years ago. While he originally planned on building the house for himself, he quickly placed the home on the market for a staggering $35 million. The home is built on three-and-a-half Read more

Southern California possesses many charms, not the least of which is its amazing weather. For homeowners who want to take advantage of the nearly constant sunshine, a home that caters to the region's climate is a definite asset. Whipple Russell Architects designed this Hollywood Hills home with features including an infinity pool, outdoor kitchen, easy indoor-outdoor access, and relaxing patio Read more

If you glimpsed Giorgio Armani's Spring Couture, you might just have one first thought: he's going green — literally. Initial reactions aside, the palette gives way to a range of vibrant hues that encompass every shade of green. But if you lose yourself in the color, you lose sight of the whole collection, how it marries both the sporty, streamlined menswear in shinning gray tones and the Read more

Now that you've conquered the basics of yoga with these DVDs, it may be time to test the waters of Pilates. Or maybe you have someone on your holiday list this year that prefers working out in the comfort of her home and has always wanted to give Pilates a try? What's great about Pilates is that it can be practiced by a wide range of people — whether you're a runner, a professional athlete, or Read more

This holiday season, I'm making a trip back to my hometown in Ohio. So this year, I'm all about travel-friendly finds, but that's not all I'm longing for. I also just had a big-number birthday, which has me nostalgic for classics, whether it's music, clothing, or beauty-minded goods. And so 2011's wish list is catered to both needs: on-the-go pieces, along with items that are practical as well as Read more

Winter may be holding off on unleashing its fury, but if last year was any indication of what's to come, we have a long season ahead of us! If thoughts of snow, sleet, and subzero temperatures have mama dreaming of a break from reality, it's never too soon to start planning a family getaway. I spoke with Elizabeth Thorp, founder of Poshbrood.com about some under-the-radar resorts and hotels that Read more

As the floral stylist for Breaking Dawn, Tammy Polatsek had her hands full. She told me that simply getting the flowers to the location was a major challenge. "We had to import all of the flowers to Squamish, Canada, which was a great deal of work because they are so delicate and only last a short period of time," she explained. "This made designing the arrangements hard but rewarding." If anyone Read more

Gwen Stefani ran errands around LA yesterday and kept hydrated with a freshly squeezed beverage from Pressed Juicery. She's been on the go for the past month splitting her time between the UK and the West Coast while Gavin continues touring through Europe with Bush. Tomorrow the band performs in Germany followed by upcoming shows in Switzerland, Belgium, and France. Back at home, Gwen is days Read more