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A Fine Men’s Salon

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By Greer Wylder
January 18, 2013

Also new to Plaza Antonio, 18|8 Fine Men’s Salon offers premium experiences just for men such as upscale, moderately priced cuts and styling, straight edge hot lather shaves, facials, neck and shoulder massages, scalp treatments, MANicures and more all provided in semi-private grooming areas. Customers can also purchase memberships. 18|8 Fine Men’s Salons pays homage to the transformation of traditional steel into better performing stainless steel (18% chromium, 8% nickel) as in improving both look and performance for men. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday;  9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday; and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.…

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Natural Skin Care

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By Greer Wylder
January 16, 2013

When it comes to healthy skin for babies, children, men and women, we just discovered Laurie Hermann’s skin care, a Manhattan Beach based company crafted with 100% natural and top quality ingredients. Laurie sources natural ingredients, formulates and packages her line of skin care in small batches. She incorporates  world renown, centuries old ingredients known for their natural health benefits such as neroli, rose water, macadamia nut oil, and kelp. Skincare products include the best-selling Face Serum, a natural oil allowing your skin to breath and keeping pores open; Pacific Face Wash, a top seller with kelp and aloe vera…

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Miss Wu Arrives

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By Greer Wylder
January 16, 2013

Miss Wu, the new contemporary collection by Jason Wu, just launched exclusively in select Nordstrom stores (including Nordstrom South Coast Plaza and Nordstrom Fashion Island) and online at nordstrom.com. The debut collection features Wu’s custom developed Italian made fabrics and trims, bold colors, exclusive prints and signature attention to detail like hand-painted stripes on blouses and skirts, embroidered sequin circles and lace prints in tops and dresses, and leather details in jackets and dresses. Prices range from $195 to $795. Miss Wu, evokes a 1960’s style such as a blue pop-art print and a photo negative floral print in shirts, shift…

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Chef Charlie Palmer 8th Annual Pigs and Pinot Chef and Winemaker Lineup

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By Greer Wylder
January 15, 2013

Celebrated chefs and winemakers will work alongside Chef Charlie Palmer at the epicurean feast, the 8th Annual Pigs and Pinot Weekend [url=http://www.pigsandpinot.com ]http://www.pigsandpinot.com [/url]; kicking off on March 22 in Healdsburg to benefit Benefit for Share Our Strength, No Kid Hungry campaign to end childhood hunger in America, as well as local Sonoma County scholarships and charities.   The award-winning Hotel Healdsburg and its acclaimed restaurant, Dry Creek Kitchen play host to the event, and its eco-chic sister property h2hotel, just one block from Hotel Healdsburg, will also have a special Pigs & Pinot package and inspired dinner. The charitable event sells…

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Boutique Discount

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By Greer Wylder
January 14, 2013

At Doll Boutique and Gifts in Costa Mesa tons of  items are marked down at discounts up to 50% off. We are going to have items on sale by Rich and Skinny, Wildfox Couture, Parker, Flying Monkey, Karina Grimaldi, Eva Franco, Habitual, Freeloader, Miss Me Couture, BB Dakota, and more. Also, choose from a selection of  candles and gifts on sale as well.  Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Saturday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. 270 E. 17th St. #5 in Costa Mesa. 949.646.5652

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