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Did you hear OC stylist (and Greer’s OC fashion editor) Leslie Christen is styling the newest Real Housewife of Orange County, Heather Dubrow? This Pelican Hill housewife - who debuts Feb. 7 - had plenty say about Christen’s styling expertise for the show.

“I was really pleased to find someone so great and easy to work with in Orange County as it was important for me to use someone local,” said Dubrow, who hired Christen for several events during Season 7 filming. “I would call Leslie and explain the look I wanted for a particular event and she would arrive at my home in the next day or two with a rack of options!”

After working with Christen, Dubrow is an advocate of having a personal stylist. With her busy schedule, it has become essential.

“Being a mother of four young children doesn't afford me very much shopping time,” she said. “With a stylist, I can have someone narrow the choices ahead of time and present me with the best ones at my home and when it's most convenient for me (like during the baby's nap time!).”

When she does shop for herself, Dubrow says she most enjoys the designer boutiques at South Coast Plaza. After shopping, she loves to head over to AnQi for drinks and dinner.

What about her husband Newport plastic surgeon Terry Dubrow? Does he shop too? Nope. Dubrow explained her doctor husband has his “very sharp” clothes made by OC’s most renowned stylist and designer, David August.

It was a delight for star stylist Christen to dress Dubrow for The Real Housewives of Orange County.

“Heather is from the East Coast, so she loves dark colors like black as well as more classic styles,” said Christen.

Our fashion editor writes the popular "Wear to Where" column on Wednesdays to report on the latest boutiques, fashion and beauty trends, designer lines and shopping destinations.

Plus, Christen’s own website, www.LeslieChristen.com, is one of OC’s top fashion blogs with style news and an eye-popping "Five Pieces to Wear this Week" advice column. She was also recently featured in Riviera and Locale magazines.

“For the show, I wanted Heather to add more West Coast trends and bright colors to her looks and yet keep it sophisticated and fresh at the same time.”

Leslie Christen | Lifestyling, which is her full-service stylist agency, not only dresses stars such as Heather Dubrow, but also dozens of stylish Orange County women. Her “lifestyling” service also includes closet editing and organization, online styling research, men’s styling, packing services and custom shopping tours.

Christen thought she was on her way to become a buyer when she studied fashion merchandising at Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM). In a turn of events, she was asked by her longtime friend and top Hollywood producer Jillian Longnecker (Ides of March, Woman in Black, George Harrison), to advise her on films. Later, Christen worked on more than 15 films with Longnecker as head costumer.

“I became enamored with dressing people,” said Christen. Today, personal styling for entire wardrobes or special events is her first love. Her second favorite thing about her job is “pulling” clothing and accessories for clients via longtime connections at some of OC’s top designer shops such as South Coast Plaza’s Valentino, Hervé Leger, Dolce & Gabbana and Michael Kors.

According to Christen, hiring a styling service is affordable when you think about all the time you spend researching, shopping, trying on clothes, tailoring them and perhaps returning them. “A stylist can save you time and money and make you look better than you’ve ever looked in your life."

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A special addition to the Daily Dose by Sheryll Alexander, Greer's OC Travel Editor.

Unlimited Super Bowl Eats

On Super Bowl Sunday, leave the cooking to the pros, and just focus on the game at Prego Ristorante’s unlimited menu of Chef’s Bar Bites and two pints of Evans Beer on tap, for just $20 per person (excludes tax and gratuity). While you’re watching the game on 7 flatscreen TV’s in the bar and lounge, you can order your favorite Super Bowl snacks, including Prego’s classic pizzetta or sliders, nachos, taquitos, hand-battered onion rings and much more. Or you can order special NFL BBQ Ribs with fries for an additional $8 per order.

Only restrictions, just order three at a time, and take-out containers not permitted.

Reservations can be made by calling 949.553.1333.

Prego Ristorante is open for lunch and dinner daily. It’s at 18420 Von Karman Ave in Irvine.

Hello, Monaco!

In celebration of the arrival of Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo’s exclusive West Coast visit and modern rendition of “Cinderella” at Segerstrom Center for the Arts on Feb. 9 to 12, South Coast Plaza is showcasing a Monaco-themed exhibit in the Jewel Court starting today through Sunday, Feb. 12. The collection will include memorabilia from Monaco’s rich cultural heritage and Princess Grace’s contribution to the arts. It’s your chance to see exclusive photos, videos, ballet artifacts and Princess Grace’s privately owned items. You can also enter a raffle to win a vacation for two to Monaco, including three nights at the Fairmont Monte-Carlo, roundtrip flights to Nice, helicopter transfers from the Nice airport to Monaco and membership in the VIP club. Other prizes include $1,000 and $500 gift certificates for South Coast Plaza. No purchase is necessary.

And for a real taste of Monaco, local restaurants are creating Monégasque inspired menus. 

For more information about ‘Monaco takes Orange County,’ visit MonacoTakesUS.com. 

South Coast Plaza is at 3333 Bristol St. in Costa Mesa.

Cinderella, Cinderella!

One of the world’s most famous and romantic fairytales comes to life on stage at Segerstrom Center for the Arts when Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo presents “Cinderella” on Feb. 9 to 12. The company will perform a sophisticated interpretation choreographed by famed artistic director Jean-Christophe Maillot to Sergei Prokofiev’s classic score. Performances are on Thursday, Feb. 9 at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, Feb. 10 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Feb. 11 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.;  and Sunday, Feb. 12, at 2 p.m.

Tickets to performances of Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo start at $13.60 and are available online at SCFTA.org, by calling 714.556.2787 and at the Box Office at 600 Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa.

The West Coast debut of Les Ballets “Cinderella” is part of the Center’s 25th anniversary celebration and will continue to New York City’s Joyce Theater for the 30th anniversary of the Princess Grace Foundation which provides humanitarian aid specifically for handicapped children.