Professional Documents
Culture Documents
Winter 2010
Winter 2010
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8 Contributors
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Essentials Winter’s essentials by Coco + Kelley blogger
Cassandra LaValle.
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Vanities Beauty Expert, Andrea Ducharme’s tips for creating
the ultimate, complementary look for your holiday party outfit.
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PRODUCTS Makeup artist, Ann Marie Laurendeau, selects the
latest products to look your best this winter.
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accessories Great winter picks and holiday baubles
by Denver dilletant May Wilson.
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Furnishings Unique holiday gift ideas from shop owner
and blogger Annie Crowninshield.
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City guide East Coast / West Coast: two jetset, professional
women report on what’s hot in their ‘hoods.
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READS Book Reviewer, publicist and journalist,
Jocelyn Kelley, recommends what’s new in print.
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Dialogs Katie Mendelson conducts a Q&A with
annonymous blogger “Chloe Is My Alias” of So I Met this Guy...
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SWEATS Mariel MacNaughton reports on what’s hot in fitness.
This issue: diversify your workout routine.
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reflections Marique Newell finds some time for gratitude
in a year, and season, of chaos.
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LUSTs Publisher, Dana Córdova’s lusts of the
season. Because, well, we all want things...
Features
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26 **SPECIAL sloane’s 2010 most influential women**
We polled our contributors from the past year to compile a list of
20 women we feel have redefined the role of women in their field.
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Working Girl TV Host Joanne Colan investigates the new power
shift in the workplace and questions how we can keep our market
share even after the economy improves.
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Further delving into the concept I hope that you will notice that every
Luca and Lara from Photoreclame for Working Girl, Joanne Colan re- contributor’s name links directly to
are a team of photographers working searches the current state of wom- their own personal site and I encour-
with enthusiasm, knowledge and a en in the workforce. Her findings are age you to learn more about what
big passion for photography. Based both heartening and cautionary as they do. Empower yourself and em-
in Parma they have worked in adver- we seek to hold onto, what I hope, power each other.
tising, fashion and product stills. In isn’t just a circumstantial gain. With
their work they always seak out new this in mind I hope you’ll also enjoy Regards,
solutions for an original and creative the tips presented by consulting
approach. www.photoreclame.com duo Lauren Zirilli and Jeanine Heller Dana Córdova
in Brand: YOU. Women are natural Editor/Publisher
masters of communication, net-
working and image making—I hope
Della Bass was born in Sydney, Aus- Aaron Feaver is a photographer liv- that you find their ideas useful in fur-
tralia and started taking pictures whilst ing and working in Los Angeles, Cali- thering your own career.
living in Japan in the mid 90’s. She re- fornia. When he’s not taking pictures
located to Milan, where she remained he enjoys skee-ball, pizza and anima-
for 5 years. She currently resides in tronic singing animals…pretty much
New York City. Her clients include Ny- anything and Chuck E. Cheese.
lon Magazine, Anthem, Hamptons www.feaverishphotography.com
Magazine, In Style, Penguin, and Free
People. www.dellabass.com
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1. Iomoi coasters 4/$95 Entertaining has never been so
bright! I love an excuse to monogram or add a personal touch
around the house, and these coasters are the perfect op-
portunity. Not to mention they cheerfully remind guests to
use them!
Professionally Fashionable
Kate Spade Mercury Sequined Paulina Cardigan $445
This gorgeous 100% merino wool cardigan works overtime – wear
This is a time of year when you are tempt- it to work, then layer in on top of a black slinky cami for an evening
ed to give up on fashion in favor of focusing on staying warm. look. When heading to the office, this piece is perfect with a pencil
Who can blame you? For many of us, winter can serve up every skirt or wide-leg trousers. Perfect with delicate earrings, but skip
weather inconvenience under the sun. Endless sheepskin boots, the impulse to wear a necklace to avoid bling overkill.
ski attire off the slopes, shapeless down coats, fleece hats and
bulky sweaters... Kate Spade Galleria Sammie Dress $475 - Basic LBD with Faux
Fur Waist Band
This winter, I challenge you to be stylish and warm, fashionable For the readers with overheated offices, this sweet dress is will
and comfortable. December brings about family dinners and serve you well. The sash detail flatters by drawing attention to
holiday parties, and the dressier selections below are perfect for the waist. Pair with black or gray opaque tights and riding boots
all festivities. For work, I’ve included some beautiful clothing and for a professional daytime look.
footwear options. Some new outerwear ideas and soft, casual
looks are also yours to consider. Pour yourself a steaming mug Juicy Couture Flecked Tweed Blazer $298.00 (Now on Sale $149)
of hot cocoa, and enjoy all the choices this season has to offer! This blazer’s contemporary fit and striped lining make it a very
hip work option and its 72% wool fabric content means that
it will keep you warm even if you sit far from the vent! Add a
Who’s’ Ready to Party? flowing long scarf and slim-fit straight leg pants and you’ve got
your cold Monday outfit.
ABS Animal Print Puff Shoulder Dress $245.00
Leopard print has been huge this season, and the la- A.P.C. Shearling-lined suede boots $470
dies that dare to wear it convey an image of power There is so much function to these stylish wedge boots! The
and confidence. The classy sheath silhouette and the wedge and platform make the boots uber comfy in spite of their
longer sleeve balance out this daring print. significant height, and the shearling lining will keep even the
coldest feet warm while you walk to the office. The two-tone
Stella Mccartney Lace-covered pumps $645 suede will accompany most colors in your wardrobe, but don’t
What is sexier than lace? These pumps have so much forget to protect these beauties with a waterproofing spray ev-
more oomph than the more classic leather styles you ery 3-4 weeks to make them hold up for season after season.
may have worn out before. These shoes pair beautifully
with any solid color, but avoid wearing them with other prints
to give them the chance to stand out.
Perhaps some gold shadow swept across the lids paired The Red Lip paired with a flick of black liquid eye liner will
with a rich plum or red lip, or maybe some violet eyeshad- always be my personal favorite to wear to any holiday gath-
ow offset with a silvery lip gloss. Plums, Golds, Violets and ering, just add the little black dress and some satin pumps
Royal Blues are all featured in the Holiday Collections of and enjoy the celebration.
MAC, Chanel, Dior and Versace this year in very wearable
yet elegant ways.
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1. Ruby Door, Gumdrop Vintage Earring $45 I do
love the jewel tones of the holiday season, but a little splash
goes a long way, which is why I love these earrings! I think
these little gems would be a great accessory with a party
dress or, for only $45, you can make a friend’s year and give
them as a gift! 6. Club Monaco, Anne Driving Gloves $79 I never
thought I would say the words gloves and sexy in the same
2. Roarke, Le Charlot $395 This is probably my most sentence—but there I said it. Something about these little 6
coveted item of the season (hint, hint, Mr. Wilson...)! This black driving gloves are fierce. Sometimes all it takes is an
young designer out of New York also happens to be a friend accessory to make a woman feel a little more empowered.
and her career is skyrocketing—this piece was last seen on
Invanka Trump. The bedazzled scarf/necklace will compli- 7. Intermix, Kara Ross Circle Eclipse Earrings $150
ment any occasion and any outfit—especially that holiday Last season was the revival of the gold chunky bracelet and
party dress that gets a little boring by the end of the season. this season it is definitely a chunky pair of gold earrings. I
love the complexity of the design, but think they are simple
3. Michael Kors, Tortoise Bezel Watch $195 Dear enough to where with jeans and a sweater. I think these ear-
2 Mr. Kors, I hope this note finds you well. I think you should ring would be a purchase you would never regret.
stop wasting your time on clothing and shoes and focus
strictly on watches. You have a gift for making beautiful, 8. Rachel Zoe for QVC, Snake Cuff $44 First, let me
reasonably priced, well made timepieces and I love you for start by saying, Rachel Zoe is the queen of accessories. Just
it. Sincerely, May. when I think there is no way it is a good idea to wear a brace-
let, 3 rings, a watch, a scarf and an anklet—she pulls it off...
4. Stella McCartney, leopard Intersia Beanie $275 I bow my head to you, Rachel. Needless to say I was a little
(on sale $ 192.50) If you have opened a magazine in the shocked to be hunting her down on QVC, but don’t let that
last 3 months you know that leopard has crossed its way scare you. I spent hours on the site and there are so many
from the fall right into the winter and I have to say I feel great finds! This piece in particular is so chic and reminiscent
vindicated because I never let it go. I think this is the PER- of Cartier—but I don’t even think you could use the bath-
FECT winter hat. I was initially skeptical about the beanie, room at Cartier for under $50. May Gardner Wilson currently resides in
but after trying it out dare I say, “super cute.” Denver, CO working on decorating projects rang-
ing from pillow fluffing to home re-models. She
5. Tory Burch, Wrap Louisa Belt $250 (on sale also is involved with a variety of local and inter-
$175) I may be getting in touch with my inner Solid Gold 7 national charities. Prior to Denver, May worked as
dancer, but I love this belt. My greatest complaint about my a designer with Charlotte Moss in New York City.
winter wardrobe is that it is weighed down by a lot of black, Her pride and joy is her pug Lola who patiently ob-
gray and neutrals—I love pieces like this can take so many serves her constant desire to look her best!
outfits up about 10 notches.
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In between
Fa-la-la-la-la-la
and the jingle of bells is the faint
cry of I want, I want, I want, gimme
gimme gimme... But what?! From
hostesses to husbands, old friends
to the office swap; these gifts will
get you on the good list and bring a
little more joy to the world.
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1. Classic Train Set (various prices)
A holiday morning tradition that should
never die...
sloane’s 2010 can actually sing! In a time where pop music is overshadowed by synthe-
sizers, her unique and powerful voice is refreshing for audiences of every
Michelle Obama
Michelle Obama is using her First Lady status to help raise awareness against
childhood obesity and poverty in America today. As the first US African-Amer-
ican First Lady, she is a new example for the younger generation. In 2010, she
started the Lets Move campaign to raise a healthier generation of children
through nutritional education, implementing active communities, and setting
Sonia Sotomayor
Nancy Pelosi Born in the Bronx, the first Hispanic U.S. Supreme Court Justice dealt with
For the first time in history, America’s 60th Speaker of the United States the loss of her father at the age of 9 and was raised by her mother in the
House of Representatives is a woman. That woman is Nancy Pelosi. As projects. A determined teenager, she received a full scholarship to attend
Speaker of the House she is second in line to the President (just after the Princeton University and later earned her J.D. from Yale Law School in 1979.
Vice President), making her the highest-ranking female politician in Ameri- Sotomayor has blazed an abitious trail from Assistant District Attorney for
can history. Upon being elected, she had these words to say to Congress, New York, to private practice and eventual nomination to the U.S. District
“For our daughters and granddaughters, today, we have broken the marble Court for the Southern District of New York by former President Bush in
ceiling. For our daughters and our granddaughters, the sky is the limit, any- 1991. In 2009, the United States Senate confirmed her nomination for ap-
thing is possible for them.” We couldn’t agree more Madam Speaker. pointment to the U.S. Supreme Court by a vote of 68-31. Sotomayor is not
only a successful lawyer and judge, she’s also taught lectures at Princeton
and New York University Law Schools.
20 Most Influential Women As Alec Baldwin stated in his Emmy winning speech, “Tina Fey is the Elaine
May of her generation.” He couldn’t be more right. Tina’s giving little girls ev-
erywhere a reason to dream of becoming a television writer. In a field known
for being a boys club, Tina’s proven she’s one funny woman. Hailing from
—Nancy Pelosi
winning writer, and star of the hit NBC show 30 Rock. This actress, writer,
producer, comedienne, improviser and mother has charted new ground for
women in comedy.
Lisa Ling
Growing up in Sacramento, CA, Ling became one of four hosts for the na-
tionally-syndicated teen magazine show, Scratch. At 18, she joined Chan-
nel One News as one of their youngest reporters and anchors. In 1999 she
joined the cast of The View on ABC but left after three and half years to focus Photo Credits:
on international reporting. This led to hosting National Geographic Explorer Nora Ephron: http://jefferyself.files.wordpress.com/2010/03/nora-ephron1.jpg / Michelle Obama: www.mayorswellnesscampaign.org
where she covered the drug war in Columbia and traveled to North Korea Rachel Zoe: www.jacbeauty.com / Diane Sawyer: www.grrlplanet.com / Barbara Walters: www.exposay.com / Tina Fey: www.myspace.com
as part of a medical missionary group. The documentary was featured on Lisa Ling: www.flickriver.com / Oprah Winfrey: www.todaymybirthday.com / Annie Leibovitz: www.wikipedia.com / Nancy Pelosi:
The Oprah Winfrey Show and she was later asked to become a special cor- www.wikipedia.com / Angelina Jolie: www.wikipedia.com / Sonia Sotomayor: www.wikipedia.com / Anna Wintour: www.gawker.com
respondent for the show. Between all of these jobs, she still managed to fall Tyra Banks: www.tvfanatic.com / Serena Williams: www.telegraph.co.uk / Queen Rania of Jordan: www.earabgirls.com / Chelsea Handler:
in love and get married. We look forward to seeing her host her own show www.behindblondiepark.com / Tory Burch: www.toryburch.com / Kathryn Bigelow: www.guardian.co.uk / Lady Gaga: www.read-news.info
on the OWN Network in 2011.
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in our economy any different now? dire need of change is the economic
Does occupying a fifty percent share gender gap—women still only earn
in the workforce give women more an average of 77 cents on the male
equality? Or does our making up dollar.
half the workforce to the detriment
of men make us somehow worse off So what effect does the prospect
By Joanne Colan than before? of new policy and fresh perception
have? Are we set to make the same
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Interestingly, the welfare of women money as our men? Or are they to
in this economy is fodder for elec- regain their rank and number in the
tion debate. In the run-up to the No- workplace post-recession, only to
vember 2nd midterm elections, the see women slip back to being no-
Obama administration highlighted tably outnumbered. After all it’s not
the impact its economic policies had unimaginable, just look at the prece-
or the first time ever in US his- now earns more than her husband; on women. Putting economic ef- dence.
tory, women now make up half or and 59% of college degrees are forts for women on the White House
almost half of the workforce. It is awarded to women. agenda is a response no doubt to After WWII, the surge of women in
an unprecedented female to male growing dissatisfaction among con- the workforce slowed and society
labor force ratio and is considered So what do these percentages mean stituents over recession recovery returned to its pre-war norm where
by some a game-changer on the exactly? What is really behind the and the ongoing high rate of unem- husbands worked as the primary
socio-economic landscape. Natu- numbers? ployment. breadwinner in households and
rally, there have been a lot of atten- wives largely occupied domestic
tion-grabbing headlines—The End You may remember the term “man- But that’s not all. History has shown roles as home-makers and family
of Men; Women Wield Increasing cession” adopted by the media last economic depression is often trans- care-givers. By 1950, only one in
Power; Women Will Rule the World; year, as the recession got underway formative. Society’s major insti- three women participated in the la-
It’s A Women’s World—however, the and unemployment data was put un- tutions—government, health and bor force. But fundamental changes
historical change is because the re-der the microscope. The term was education systems, business, the began to take hold over the next few
cession hit men harder, with higher used to characterize the effect of the media and faith-based institutions— decades and the structure of devel-
rates of unemployment. Not, as we economic downturn on men who are forced to respond and adapt to oped economies, such as ours and
women may wish, because the dawn have been harder hit than women those changes, shift public percep- those in Europe, started to trans-
of a new age of equality is upon us.due to the nature of industries most tion and evolve. form for good.
But before we put away our laptops affected by large scale lay-offs, com-
and reach for our aprons, let’s con-panies downsizing and business We see evidence of this in reports Over the past 40 years, discrimina-
sider the data and see what the fu- bankruptcy or closure. The manu- such as Our Working Nation by the tion has been made illegal, mothers
ture might hold for us working girls.
facturing and construction sectors Center for American Progress, and have been granted statutory rights
as well as financial institutions—all the Maria Shriver Report: A Wom- making the duality of career and
In a recent NEC report (National mostly male-dominated—represent en’s Nation Changes Everything. Re- family more manageable, compa-
Economic Council, a policy coordi- the lions’ share of the 11 million nowned policy and academic experts nies—and let’s face it men—have
nation arm of the White House) en- jobs lost since the recession began identify key areas where change is become more fellow work”man”
titled “Jobs and Economic Security in 2007. The growth sectors in the needed to make society’s major in- female-friendly and, more
for America’s Women,” we learn not last decade, which are downturn re- stitutions better adapted to today’s and more women are occu-
only that women represent nearly sistant, health care, education and Americans and their families, while pying management and top
50% of the workforce in America government, employ more women. also ensuring their own growth and tier positions. In 1963 Con-
today but also, 60% of part-time It’s the reason women’s unemploy- success. The reports also state that gress passed the Equal Pay Act to
workers are women; in more than a ment rate is 7.8% compared to the new policy roadmaps are needed to prohibit wage discrimination by em-
third of households women are now 9.9% rate for men, and why women provide more flexible work sched- ployers based on sex. In the 1970’s,
the primary breadwinner; in dual are half the workforce for the very ules, better paid family and medical women began pursuing careers in
income families, one in four wives first time. leave and options for adjusting work large numbers for the first time.
brand: YOU.
links to your LinkedIn profile. Instead
Resources: CONNECTORS of displaying “My Blog” & “My Web-
Twitter Power 2.0: How to Dominate site,” click on Edit and then click on
Your Market One Tweet at a Time by Resources: Other. Type in a keyword phrase that
by Lauren Zirilli and Jeanine Heller of ICD Consulting Joel Comm and Anthony Robbins. If you have read Malcolm Gladwell’s describes how people can search to
Twitter: @JoelComm The Tipping Point then you under- find your business.
stand the importance of Connec-
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has become increasingly more rel- Once you complete the soul search- The Twitter Book by Tim O’Reilly and tors. If you haven’t read this book we Promote you Blog:
evant to individuals with the popular- ing necessary to define these three Sarah Milstein highly suggest you run to your local Use LinkedIn applications to pro-
ity of social media. Never has there things, you are ready to create your bookstore and read it asap. mote your personal blog such as the
been a time when creating a person- personal branding tool kit—the key Your Twitter Profile: WordPress LinkedIn Application or
al brand was easier. Conversely, it is pieces that you will use to promote Create a personal branded and en- Gladwell states, “The first—and most Blog Link Application by SixApart.
more important than ever to manage yourself to your target audience. gaging custom twitter page. Some obvious—criterion is that Connectors Promote your blog and develop your
ave you ever consid- your brand and be cognizant of pro- tips to keep in mind. Include a photo, know lots of people. They are the personal brand. Blogs are one of the
ered why you prefer some brands tecting your brand identity. With all of Chances are you’re not a graphic de- your contact information (phone, kinds of people who know everyone. best ways to cultivate your personal
over others? Are you loyal to a prod- the social media tools available to us signer, social media guru, or video email, etc), link to website, clean and All of us know someone like this. But brand. These applications make inte-
uct because it is the best product on today, you may not realize it but with producer and while you might have simple design with pleasing and lim- I don’t think that we spend a lot of gration easy and maintenance free.
the market or are you influenced by each tweet and post you make, you thoughts on how you want to por- ited color combination. time thinking about the importance
the packaging, the personality of the are creating a personal brand of your tray yourself many small businesses of these kinds of people.” Connectors Recommendations:
brand, and/or the effectiveness of the own. And because there is no way and individuals hire branding firms Listen: usually know people across an array Ask former colleagues who are also
brand’s message? to remove your posts and tweets to help them create the various items search.twitter.com. Spend a little time of social, cultural, professional, and on LinkedIn to type a brief recom-
from cyberspace, you have to be the that comprise their tool kit. searching what people are saying economic circles, and make a habit mendation for you and post it to
Well these questions apply to indi- guardian of your brand. about your company, brand, sectors, of introducing people who work or your page. Give them a great recom-
viduals as well. Many people think Your tool kit competitors, products or market. Fig- live in different circles. mendation as well. This builds trust,
“personal branding” is just for celeb- So how does one create a personal ure out how people are talking about a personal testimonial and solidifies
rities such as Kim Kardashian or Lady brand that communicates the right 1. A Personal Webpage you—are they happy? Unhappy? Can Getting in front of key decision mak- your expertise. s
Gaga, yet each and every one of us is message and supports her overall 2. Social Media Presence you help them solve problems? Pro- ers is never easy, it is always best if
a brand. Personal branding, by defi- goals? and Website Implementation vide insight. Use it similar to a CRM you know someone who can make
nition, is the process by which we • Customized Twitter Page database. Listen and respond. a professional introduction. Connec-
market ourselves to others. The process by which someone • Twitter Brand Marketing Strategy tors possess a special talent of get-
does the soul searching to define • Facebook Page Follow People: ting to the “IT” people, their brains Lauren Zirilli & Jeanine Heller
If we think of ourselves as brands, we their brand is referred to as “brand • LinkedIn Profile Follow people relevant to your field, are wired differently than the average are Principals of ICD Consulting (Ide-
can articulate our strengths and put discovery.” Brand discovery is about • Digital Resume follow the people who follow them, person and can quickly and success- ate.Communicate.Dominate) a bou-
our brand to work for us in the same defining three things: authentic- • Videos and follow those who follow you. fully connect the dots. They are net- tique marketing firm in Boston, MA
way that corporations and celebrities ity, intention and an action formula. • Published Works working mavens. specializing in brand development for
use their brands to appeal to their tar- Authenticity is about articulating the Join the Conversation: start up businesses and individuals.
get audiences. When we effectively essence of you, your passion, con- Here are some resources and tips to Be ready to converse and engage LinkedIn
communicate our message, we cre- victions and talents and abilities. In- keep in mind when creating your per- people. Do not use Twitter to overly Oftentimes referred to as the “red Email:lauren@icdconsulting.com
ate build brand equity just like them. tention is about setting an end goal sonal brand, establishing an online promote yourself/your business. No- headed stepchild of social media,” Twitter: @lauren_z1
Personal branding is not a new con- and action is the path to attaining presence and successfully market- body likes a person who talks only LinkedIn has been a tool often misun-
cept. It was first coined by Tom Pe- your end goal. ing yourself to your target audience. about himself or herself – the rules of derstood and therefore it’s benefits Email:jeanine@icdconsulting.com
ters over 10 years ago. However it We cannot stress the importance of in-person conversation apply to Twit- and key features not fully utilized. Twitter: @jeanineheller
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Supernova Fort Greene Park
Lexx Perry is a celebrity stylist and The heart of Fort Greene. The park
also runs this shop with his partner, is our backyard. Where we walk
Parris. Lexx designs custom jew- our dogs, read our books, rest with
elry and carries quirky and fabulous lovers, play tennis, eat dinner, play
clothes and accessories for those soccer, build snowmen, run in the
ort Greene is now firmly estab- looking for a rare combo of tough morning. Our own little Central Park
lished as the “It” neighborhood in yet elegant. This is my go to spot and it’s what makes Fort Greene feel
Brooklyn. It is the best neighborhood for when I need a full ensemble for a like home.
to live in if you aren’t yet pushing a special occasion.
baby carriage and don’t want to live Fort Greene Park, 85 South Oxford
like a starving artist in an industrial Image: swager360.com Supernova, 741 Fulton Street, (718) 965-8900
wasteland. Quality restaurants, lots (718) 243-1205
of fashionable people with creative designs I’ve seen. If he doesn’t get
jobs in the city, and a glorious park picked up by a high end retailer in the Gabriella de la Vega
where the whole neighborhood next few years, I would be shocked. This new shop hits the perfect Fort
seems to spend the weekend, de- He used to only sell at The Brooklyn Greene soft spot. It is funky, yet gen-
fine this beautiful paradise that I am Flea and now he has his own free- tle and has very high-end merchan-
lucky to call home. standing semi-outdoor shop that is dise—for which there is a growing
on the main drag of Fulton. audience for in the neightborhood.
Kif The perfect spot for a splurge.
My go to date spot in the neighbor- Jacob’s Eye, 114 Dekalb Avenue,
hood. Perfect for a dim lit drink that (718) 744-0034 Gabriella de la Vega, 88 South Port-
could turn into a meal if things go land Avenue, 718.858.1152
well. Their backyard is unparalleled
and is tented with Moroccan glass
lanterns which is perfectly sultry
and romantic.
Jacob’s Eye
Jacob’s purses are meticulously
W
I’ve been lucky enough to spend my The Dime
last decade in this incredible city and Has your third wish on a Friday or
found some really great spots that Saturday night ever been to find that
you won’t read about in most Los amazing Hollywood hide-a-way bar
Angeles’s guides. Below I have gath- that wasn’t a pretentious club, was
e’ve all heard opin- ered a sampling of some of my per- easy to get into but you’re sure to
ions about Los Angeles. From the sonal favorites that are sure to show see a celeb or two, drinks were un-
land of beautiful people to the land you a good time and in most cases, der $10 and the DJ was pumping
of fruits and nuts, all can be arguably still leave you with a little money in old favorites that have you yelling
true. A stroll down Robertson Boule- your pocket. Happy LA’ing! “OMG I love this song!” Well, not
vard where the clientele are there to only have we found it but we also
Hotel Erwin
“see and been seen” while dropping Heist frequent it. Yes kids, The Dime is
$120 on a t-shirt, to a stroll down An amazing little store tucked at the one of the best-kept secrets we
Venice Beach where you are lucky end of famous Abbot Kinney in the know. It’s dark ambience and attrac-
to see anyone wearing a t-shirt. The heart of Venice, this great treasure is tive clientele will have you coming order of the bacon wrapped dates. Unami’s perfect atmosphere is like a Joyce Ann Jackovitz is a native
fact is Los Angeles is one of the most sure to have you looking Westside back for more. Pull up a chair at the bar, make a res- trendy but not too pretentious din- of Pittsburgh, PA and for the past
unique US cities in that it has a va- casual chic in no time. With a wide ervation for the back patio (only the er. Once you take that first bite you nine years has been residing in
riety of experiences to offer to even range of American contemporary The Dime, 442 North Fairfax Ave- locals know it’s there) or call ahead will realize this place is all about the the Venice, CA area. Her career at
the most seasoned traveler. Where fashion, Heist also specializes in a nue, between Melrose Avenue and for a table inside. food. You can’t go wrong with any of Playboy Enterprises which includes
else can you indulge in the glamour selection of hard to find French and Beverly Boulevard (323-651-4421) the selections on the menu but the travel around the US, has afforded
of Beverly Hills and illustrious allure Italian designers. Primativo, 1025 Abbot Kinney Blvd., umami and the truffle burgers are a her the resources for her exciting
of Hollywood, while also slipping High Rooftop Lounge (310) 396-5353 must. Top it off with the cheesy tots lifestyle while helping keep her fin-
into the relaxed tropical nature of a Heist, 1104 Abbot Kinney Blvd., at the Hotel Erwin and the tempura onion rings (yeah, I gertips on the pulse of fun in major
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I had a LONG list of complaints that It’s amazing how much you appre- of calm through the end of the year.
could have made up a book full of ciate the simple luxury of going out I hope that 2011 brings the promise
ranting. But, somehow, the fire isn’t
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but still firmly embrace their wom- the model of new sex, but for the appeal?
anhood and uniquely female sexual- most part, really just looking to be
ity. While this idea may continue to loved. Do you think sexuality has A. That is one of my biggest chal-
produce unease in some, Chloe has changed since that paradigm was lenges with developing the blog.
firmly taken the reins in both the presented? When only reading one or two posts,
workplace and the bedroom (and it can be hard to see the larger point. ing. Celebrities are on the covers of see the raw exposed side of me that
ellingly, what tends to shock when she, ahem, hands them over A. It is easy to look back and say Sex Women still feel that there is an un- magazines because that is what sells for a long time I worked hard to cov-
readers on the anonymously to a man, it’s a calculated decision) and the City fell short, that it could derlying set of rules or social norms the magazines. er up and protect. The challenge for
penned blog So I Met This Guy... is and provides a model, sexually and have been more than women trying that we are meant to uphold. We’ll me is to stay true to myself, know-
not the graphic descriptions about otherwise, from whom all women to find love. The show was an accu- spend all morning masturbating and Q. How do you think sex has ing that it could all come out at any
the naughty sexcapades in which could stand a few pointers. rate reflection of the time; women when asked about our day we’ll lie, formed your sense of self? Has that moment.
“Chloe,” nom de plume of its au- in their mid-late 30’s and early 40’s saying “cleaning” or “not much.” sense of self changed since you’ve
thor, partakes, but the cavalier at- Q. The blog is obviously about sex, were caught in the middle. They Men don’t feel social pressure or started sharing your exploits with Q. Would you consider yourself a
titude and sense of empowerment but in a certain sense, it’s about a were independent, yet clung to a embarrassment when it comes to the world? feminist? Some might say you’d be
that she takes towards both her lifestyle—the idea of living in New deep-rooted need for the stereotypi- sex like women do. What makes a considered an anti-feminist. Your
spicy sex life and obviously success- York as a young, single, attractive, cal ideal of happily ever after that woman feel sexy defines what the A. My sense of self was defined by blog has moments where you ex-
ful professional endeavors. Chloe’s financially independent woman. In they were told to strive for. Sex and media depicts as sexy. Men always life, not sexual experiences. Each plicitly express how sex empowers
chronicle speaks to a burgeoning the late 90s, early 00s, that lifestyle the City gave a face and a name to tell me that they could give two shits decision we make in life defines you. Is that lasting? Or is it just on
era in feminism, one where women was typified by the Sex and the women who were beautiful, smart, about lingerie; I tell them it’s not for who we are as people and what our to the next? When have you felt the
“work like men and fuck like men”— City women who were ostensibly savvy, and successful yet single. them, it’s for me. I would say that the life experiences will be. Being a very most empowered by sex?
agrees. She encourages her clients cles. These activities can be with give something new a try. Your brain
to switch up their routine every few free weights, body bars, or even doesn’t want to do five spinning
weeks explaining, “a long-term fit- swimming. While cardio is focusing classes any more than your body
ness program should continuously on larger muscle groups, strength does. Switch it up and we prom-
incorporate new exercises and training is a time you can focus in on ise the results will speak for them-
changing cardio options. Keep the those pesky smaller muscles (under selves. s
body guessing, and you will contin- the arm flab, love handles, and back
ue to see results.” of the thigh – we’re coming for you!) —Mariel MacNaughton is a self-pro-
Strength training will also help you claimed non-athelete who just hap-
Cardio and aerobic exercise can in- see increased abilities in your cardio pens to enjoy running, yoga, and all
clude anything from step classes or activities. As your legs get stronger, things that provide endorphins. She
kick-boxing, to biking or running. you can run farther; when your core is a New Englander at heart with a
These types of workouts use large strength develops, you’ll be more love of travel and a passion for fash-
muscles for a sustained period, and comfortable kick-boxing. ion (and finding a bargain). In her real
challenge your heart and lungs to life, Mariel works for Boston Ballet,
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