BLACKBURN AND SWEETZER

Me and the husband often talk about the tanning of America. The moment when our future children (who will be - take a deep breath - Tlingit, Nisga’a, Winnebago, Ojibwe, black, and white) marry, say, our friends’ future children (who will be Japanese, Jewish, and white). In this scenario, chances are these imagined grandchildren will […]

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Just a reminder of my earlier post to let everyone know that Anya Hindmarch’s ‘I’m Not A Plastic Bag’ eco-tote will be available tomorrow, June 20th at the following local spots:
- AH’s boutique on Robertson
- Ron Herman stores and Fred Segal Flair
- Post 26 at the Brentwood Country Mart

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I normally don’t direct people to Studio City (13017A Ventura Boulevard), but lingerie nexus Faire Frou Frou is worth the slight trek over the hill, particularly when it’s sale time. The sale officially begins Friday, June 22nd, but the Faire ladies will honor online sale prices if you come in earlier. From daringly sexy (uh, […]

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If what you really need is some girly baubles and hair things, Michelle Roy Designs on Robertson is your place June 20th-23rd, where the designer will offer 30%-90% her multi-hued accessories. I have a saturated turquoise velvet headband with a cluster of Swarovski crystals from MRD that prettifies any ensemble.

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Wednesday, June 20th marks the beginning of Danmark’s summer sale. The fashion place for all things Danish not only offers 30% off, but (read the small print) refreshments and air conditioning. OK. Come to think of it, I do remember it being really friggin hot in there.

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