The Dose

OC Weekend: Score Sweet Threads

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By Greer Wylder
May 05, 2011

THREAD is back in OC and has even more ways for you to support local designers, be eco-friendly and get some great new and hip fashion tips. On Sunday, May 15 from noon to 6 p.m. at THE LAB in Costa Mesa, models will be strutting their stuff on model blocks to tunes while the DJ booth hands out designer and sponsor giveaways all day long. Low on cash? THREAD is hosting a clothing swap so you can "trade in your old duds for some 'new to you' bits." You can bring in your gently worn clothing (washed and in…

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Forget the Royals, It’s Your Turn!

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By Greer Wylder
May 04, 2011

There’s no doubt that Judith Leiber is an iconic luxury brand. First Ladies carry Leiber’s custom handbags at Presidential inaugurations, celebs hold her sparkling bags at glamorous red carpet events, and Leiber’s miniaudierés can be found in permanent museum collections, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, and the Smithsonian in Washington D.C. Now Judith Leiber at South Coast Plaza is making a resurgence as a modern sophisticated brand thanks to its new bridal collection; non-traditional tie dye print leather clutches; and artistic original eyeglasses with understated crystals, ornate trimmings, and 100% UV protection (each frame comes with…

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Super Hot, Superkini to the Rescue!

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By Greer Wylder
May 03, 2011

If you’re feeling like all that’s missing from your bikini is more grip, you’re in luck. To the rescue is the technologically advanced Superkini from the folks at O’Neill. It's made of a primo comfortable fabric called Nanofront that’s not going anywhere when it’s wet (you know the feeling when your bikini decides to slip off at inopportune times). Not sure how this is tested, but O’Neill says this revolutionary bikini has 200% more grip that a standard bikini. This is a breakthrough and a blessing for those of us wearing bikinis while surfing, playing beach volleyball, or other any…

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NB Film Fest: International Films and Fun!

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By Greer Wylder
May 02, 2011

The Newport Beach Film Festival is underway with four full days left of major studio and indie films, post-screening question-and-answer sessions with filmmakers, and after parties--and it's all right here in Orange County. We don't want you to miss out on a second of this, so we'll give you some highlights of what could be in store for you. Each night, you can see an international spotlight film and also attend an optional after-party with hors d'oeuvres and drinks from local restaurants. Most screenings and parties cost $35, screening $15, and party only $25. Tonight, there are three Asian spotlight…

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Opening Night At Newport Beach Film Fest!

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By Greer Wylder
April 29, 2011

The 12th annual Newport Beach Film Festival kicked off last night with a sold-out show for the world premiere of “East Fifth Bliss” starring Michael C. Hall, Lucy Liu and Peter Fonda, and directed by Michael Knowles. Check out Greer’s OC TV for red carpet interviews at Edwards Big Newport and make sure you buy tickets now to the stellar line-up of full-length features, shorts, documentaries and animation along with nightly special events, red carpet galas, post screening receptions, compelling conversations with filmmakers, industry seminars and retrospectives. To purchase tickets and for more information, go online at www.NewportBeachFilmFest.com.  

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