In NYC and LA, publicists are more than happy to send an artist my way to give me a flawless look, but in the real world, that’s just not how it goes. The key to having great makeup is to find... Read more >>

Come 8:30 a.m. in any U.S. city, a line forms in Starbucks—brimming with eager patrons ready to start their day with foamy designer lattes or steaming shots of espresso. They sip their Grande... Read more >>

When I was a young, Christmas was a big deal. This was back in the days when you got gifts on two occassions: your birthday and Christmas. My birthday is in November. The year was a long one for... Read more >>

As a traveler I have longed for the perfect exotic destination, comprised of rich culture, beautiful beaches, shopping and nightlife, and Western amenities. Dubai is one such place. Located in the... Read more >>

“Wow…what beautiful colors…so delicate…” was what I overheard from a customer as I browsed the Sonya Ooten Gem Bar in LA’s Larchmont shopping district last week.... Read more >>

Classic Chanel updates its fragrance menu with four re-launches and six new fragrances in their Les Exclusifs line, available only at Chanel boutiques. The re-launch of regal Bois des Iles appeals to... Read more >>

When I was a young boy in Santa Cruz, California I used to help my grandfather in the fields by his home. This was not his land but back in those days it was not unusual to barter with the neighbors... Read more >>

A few years ago, while coaching high school basketball, I noticed something odd about our best player, a six-foot sophomore guard named Michelle. She was agile and selfless, averaging six assists and... Read more >>