When I first walked into Faire Frou Frou unannounced last week, Alison Rubke, the charismatic co-owner of this eponymous boutique was clearly surprised. We had tried to connect during several of my previous LA visits but never seemed to make it happen. Obligations always interfered; so this time, I did not want to make a promise I might not keep. It’s a bit of a trek from downtown Los Angeles … Read More
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… By Ali Cudby
As fabrics become more technologically advanced, they have an increasing number of attributes. They stretch (or don’t stretch) in new and helpful ways. They come in colors and patterns that weren’t feasible a few short years ago. And they are occasionally embedded with the ability to solve problems.
In the past couple years, several brands have launched garments that are attractive and fashion forward, while simultaneously addressing … Read More
By Marina Rybak
In case you haven’t noticed the legendary Betty Boop’s shimmering gaze on the glossy pages of the major magazine publications, the animated screen sexpot has been staging a serious comeback and has been ready for her close-up since last June. Besides the simmering rumors about Bettie’s musical debut on Broadway, the quintessential Queen of Cartoons is starring in the Lancôme’s new Hypnôse Star mascara global ad campaign … Read More
… By Marina Rybak
I feel that realizing creative potential to the fullest on any stage can offer profound change, bringing personal happiness and a joyful, successful life experience. Also it can be a key to a peaceful coexistence.
The fulfillment of our creative potential through our own unique path allows all of us, individually and collectively, to be enriched by our shared world inheritance. Not only does it propel us … Read More