Splendora Newsletter, April 05 2002

What to wear: Preppy plaid pants
What to hair: Slicked back
What to listen to: Depeche Mode, "Catching Up With Depeche Mode"
What to see: Y Tu Mama Tambien
What to rent: Bandits
What to make-up: Metallic grey lids
What to covet: Peridot earrings
What to make: Potato crusted salmon
What to read: The Lessons of Terror, Caleb Carr
Who to lust after: Eric Benet (aka Halle Berry's hubby)
What to drink: Bellini's

Look at little Miss Christina Ricci, what a difference a few years makes! Gone are the goth-like outfits and stringy hair. Now-a-days Christina looks svelte and oh-so hip. We have been following this transformation for the past few years and we must admit that this perhaps is her best look ever. But...the low slug pants seem to be ripped from the queen of fashion faux paus; super-tacky Tara Reid. However, we can find it in our hearts to forgive this indie darling of her minor fashion transgression.

More Fashion

Last week we had out annual Oscar report and did not have the space to discuss the latest Hollywood breakups.

So, now that we have all come to terms with Gywnie's fashion mishap we can move on to dish about her personal life. It was reported that Miss Paltrow and Mr. Luke Wilson are no longer a hot item. They reportedly avoided each other at last week's Vanity Fair Oscar fete. This comes as no surprise to us here at Splendora because we all know that our friend Gwenyth has not had a lot of luck in the commitment department. However, it goes without saying that this split does leave us slightly heartbroken. They truly made a splendid, semi-indie, way too hot couple.

Moving on...our spy in L.A. also told us that sweetie-pie Kirsten Dunst and the semi-hunky (in a pale, smoldering kinda way) Toby Maguire have officially called it quits. The two lovelies reportedly got hot and heavy on the set of Spider Man. And while it seems like a cute pairing, he strikes us a being a little too into that whole Leo DiCaprio scene, and she seems way too innocent for all that biz.

And we're sure you've all heard by now, but super hanger Christie Turlington and her commitment phobic fiance Ed Burns have called off their nuptials. You can't do much better than a yoga freak/anti-smoking supermodel, so we don't know what Eddie's problemo is.

So, in conclusion, we feel that Eddie and Gwynie should pool all of their collective fears and just get together.

Weigh in on the breakups...

THERAPEIA
Therapeia is sponsoring Wiggin' at the Peacock,a benefit on April 6th at the Peacock Lounge. The goal of the event is to raise money for the funeral service of a dear friend of Therapeia's. There is a $10 cover that will include you in a raffle to win yoga classes, massages, wine, and restaurant gift certificates. For more info call (415) 861-3929.

REFLECT
Get fabulous on Fridays at Reflect! Reflect is inviting all of their customers to come and create their custom beauty look with Reflect.com makeup artist Kym Mitchell. Perfect for all your Friday night parties, dates and dinners! For details and appointments, call (415) 834-0932.
PS: If you purchase $50 worth of products at the Reflect store you receive a complimentary Splendora VIP Card!

ALENCON
Save the date, all you brides to be (and those of you who have friends about to take the plunge)! The amazing Alencon Couture Bridal Salon is hosting a very special sample sale on April 19th and 20th. Check out their gorgeous gowns, accessories, jewelry, headpieces, handbags, and oh-so-much more. Call (415) 389-9408 for details.

NEW YORK
On April 6th, Yo La Tengo (only one of the best bands ever), will present "The Sounds of Science" at Alice Tully Hall. The show features the band's perfect pop sensibility while they perform live scores to some oddly titled films by Jean Painlevé. See how the band's pension for feedback compliments films entitled "How Some Jellyfishes Are Born," "Shrimp Stories," and "The Love Life of the Octopus". The show(s) is on April 6th and starts at 6:30 and 9. Contact Alice Tully Hall at (212)875-5050.

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