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Cirque du Soiree

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By Greer Wylder
December 23, 2011

Pacific Edge Hotel in Laguna Beach is ringing in 2012 with a Cirque du Soiree New Year’s Eve Party at the Deck from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. The party will include a DJ from Another Mother, featuring Sli Dawg from SOUL Project, surprise entertainment,  a custom menu, food and drink specials, and Champagne toast. Guests can reserve VIP access for groups at the surf cabanas and the villa from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. and the Green Room for bottle service from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. At the party you can watch the ball drop in three time…

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Time for Buttercup!

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By Greer Wylder
December 21, 2011

Planning an after Christmas shopping excursion to LA? On Monday, HD Buttercup kicks off its Half-Yearly Sale, with all merchandise reduced from 20 to 70% through Jan. 16. At the design emporium you can choose from rustic modern pieces by Environment; Millworks candy-hued pillows;  Timothy Oulton’s iconic British designs (pictured above); Style de Vie’s vintage finds and much more. Want to shop this Friday’s pre-sale from 3 to 7 p.m. before the doors open to the public? Just show a copy of this pre-sale pass.  HD Buttercup HD is at 3225 Helms Avenue in Los Angeles.  

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It’s Not Too Late!

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By Greer Wylder
December 20, 2011

It’s not too late to rent a Living Christmas Tree and go green for the holiday season.  The Living Christmas Co., founded by Scott “Scotty Claus” Martin, is on a mission to change how the world does Christmas and just expanded delivery zones to Orange County and San Diego. Martin’s live, potted Christmas tree concept isn’t just about saving a tree; his mission is to offer an entirely sustainable holiday experience. Depending on where you live, you can have a Turkish Fir, Monterey Pine, Giant Sequoia, Blue Cedar or Aleppo Pine delivered to you. Trees start at six feet and…

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Lamb & Flag in Brea!

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By Greer Wylder
December 19, 2011

Lamb & Flag, a new concept store for men’s and women’s fashions, (ideal for ages 18 to 24) opened its flagship store at Brea Mall. Named after one of the oldest pubs in London, Lamb & Flag is denim-driven featuring updated classics with a rock 'n' roll edge. It’s logo features a “Rebel X” inspired by royalty and rebellion and it’s mantra is “imperfection is the new perfection.” Lamb & Flag’s namesake label includes vintage denim styles, off-the-shoulder knits, cinched dresses, color-blocked sweatshirts, logo’d tees, striped hoodies, and military jackets.  Prices range from $56 to $98 for denim, $22 to…

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Eyes for Fendi!

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By Greer Wylder
December 13, 2011

Eyesite Optometry in Newport Coast is hosting a Fendi eyewear trunk show Thursday from 5 to 9 p.m. The evening will include Fendi’s 2012 eyewear and accessories, informal modeling, a DJ, Champagne and hors d’oeuvres. Guests at the event will also be included in drawings for Fendi sunglasses. Eyesite Optometry is owned by a father and son doctor team, Sy and David Rosenblum, who use the state-of-the-art technologies in optics, dry eye treatment, and contact lenses. Eyesite also carries an extensive collection of designer eyewear and sunglasses including Cartier, Chrome Hearts, Chanel, Tom Ford, Gucci, Persol, Juicy Couture, Bvlgari, Giorgio Armani, Oliver Peoples, and Oakley. And for children and…

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