(Marc Blaskovits, a student in FIDM‘s graphic design program, designed LA’s FNO tee, $15, which are avail at participating retailers and the FIDM store.)
Fashion’s Night Out—masterminded by Vogue and the Council of Fashion Designers of America to get consumers consuming in light of the economic plight of recent years—is amping up to a full-scale global retail shopping blitz this year, with participating countries ranging from Japan, China, Taiwan, India and Italy to France, Brazil, Russia, Germany, Greece, England, and, of course, the ol’ U.S.A. While we covered FNO last year, 2010′s version is going to be much bigger and splashier… (The deets after the jump.)
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Here’s the recent progress on the multi-unit property on Blackburn Avenue just east of Sweetzer. I’ve been tracking this condo/apartment (?) building, along with the 125 South Sweetzer Avenue condos around the corner, which are now completed and on the market. Meanwhile, the construction on the above property has been at a snail’s pace. Given the record of previous new complexes in the area, I don’t have high expectations about architectural significance or fitting my personal aesthetic. Based on what I see now, my expectations have not changed… (A few more photos after the jump.)
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(Clockwise from left, from the shop’s blog: A model hangs out in Found By’s Electric Spin Skirt and Black Sheer Color Printed Crop; Natalie Wood inspires; model lounges in Found By Silk Pink Top and Pink Floral Black Bloomers.)
When I chatted with Arianna Schioldager back in May at one of vintage boutique Found By‘s events, she mentioned her and her partners (Mike McGuiness of Feinstein/McGuiness PR and stylist Nate Newell) plans to redesign Found By’s ecommerce and blog to better reflect the 620 1/2 North Doheny Drive shop’s aesthetic. The redesign is now complete and ready for your shopping and viewing pleasure… (A look at the site and merch after the jump.)
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(The fresh, still “naked” cream puffs coming out of the oven)
Of course, there are the myriad cupcakes—the miniature (in some cases, like Sprinkles, not so miniature) treats that have been sweetening everyone’s lips, the it-pastry of the moment. The macaron has also been getting a lot of play. The tiny dimension and airiness makes it a favorite guilty pleasure for a calorie-conscious crowd. Philippe Dray, owner and pastry chef of West Hollywood’s Plaisir, had a different idea: “I didn’t want to jump on the macaroon-wagon,” he explains. Being French, it would have been an obvious choice, but this sweets-aficionado likes to be one step ahead of the rest. His answer to the macaroon? Voila, introducing the cream puff… (See how it’s done after the jump.)
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(Goodies at Petro Zillia, images via shoppetrozillia.com)
Still need an outfit for your big Labor Day weekend? Petro Zillia is having a huge sale, and its quirky selection will guarantee you stand out! Head over to Last Chance for the perfect bag (or two) to go with it—the boutique is offering a buy one get a second bag at 50% off sale. And EM & Co has incredible discounts on its merchandise, up to 70% off, and much much more! Head over to our Sales Calendar for details!
Back in the late-’90s and early-’00s, the husband and I lived near Sunset and Fairfax, its southeast corner home to a small Bristol Farms. This was before Trader Joe’s was a glimmer in 8000 Sunset’s eye. Bristol Farms was the closest grocery around with Whole Foods on Fairfax a little further afield on foot, and rock-n-roll Ralph’s even further. Of course, Bristol is not cheap, so we couldn’t do major shopping there, but we certainly did our fair share. I still have a fuzzy place in my heart for this particular Bristol, which is cozy and really feels like a neighborhood spot. This Bristol also makes excellent cookies, my favorite being the Chocolate Chunk and Chocolate Toffee Chunk… (Why I love ‘em after the jump.)
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Last week, the Mid City West Land Use Committee convened at a conference room at the Beverly Center, replete with stenographer, to discuss issues such as extended hours, alcohol permits, traffic, parking and valet, as it relates to a slew of existing and to-be-opened area restaurants and Trader Joe’s at West 3rd and La Brea. The Land Use Committee assesses each request, and then makes a recommendation to the Mid City West Community Council Board of Directors as to whether they support or oppose the request. Per usual, tensions ran high, including a face-off in the parking lot… (The yay and nay recs to the board, plus two TJ’s on the way after the jump.)
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Occupation: Cheesecake specialist
Address: Purecheesecakes.com
Why we like her: Heavenly miniature cheesecakes that melt in your mouth, it’s as simple as that. My first encounter with Patricia’s delicate creations was at Savor LA! a few weeks ago, and the beauty and flavor of her work took me by storm. A few questions with Patricia after the jump…
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(Inside the new Marc by Marc Jacobs Accessories shop)
Marc Jacobs rules the intersection of Melrose Avenue and Melrose Place. He now has five retail spaces—Marc Jacobs Men, Marc Jacobs Women, Marc by Marc Jacobs Men, Marc by Marc Jacobs Women, and a new Marc by Marc Jacobs Accessories boutique at 8407 Melrose Place. I took a tour of the busy new shop this weekend, the opening of which is an overall improvement for the entire Marc by Marc Jacobs presentation. By moving the majority of the accessories across the street—the “special items” avid shoppers follow online—it makes it much easier to browse and shop the merchandise at Marc by Marc Jacobs Men and Women… (The accessories and Book Marc items after the jump.)
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