Splendora Newsletter, November 11 2003

What to wear: Pistachio green cashmere
What NOT to wear: Neckties...so Avril L.
What to jacket: Puffer in a hot color
What to handbag: Chanel Rubik's Cube bag
What to foot: Gucci green satin sandals with bamboo heel
What to jewelry: Knockoff Harry Winston diamond chandelier earrings
What to makeup: Bobbi Brown lip tint in Black Cherry
What to nailpolish: Fed Up by Essie
What to TiVo: Simply Wine w/Andrea Immer on FINE
What to DVD: Birthday Girl
What to see: Pieces of April
What to read: The Mensa Genius Quizbook I
What to listen to: Lushlife by Bowery Electric
What to gift: Hermes tarot cards
What to drink: Emerald Vodka
Where to drink it: Bare Escentuals Party, Nov. 20th
What to make: Pesto Meatball Soup
Secret Weapon: Pedialyte after cocktails; drink before passing out...no hangover!
Looking weird lately: Beyonce Knowles
Looking Extra Foxy: Orlando Bloom
Random Coolness: www.themeatrix.com

Red Dot has a brand new holiday store on Chestnut St. and to honor its opening they are inviting you to their trunk show on November 20th where you can imbibe, snack, have a chance to win gift certificates, and shop! The new location is housed in the old Victoria's Secret store and is packed with racks of discounted finds that includes pieces from Corey Lynn Calter, Ella Moss, Tulula Cashmere (sells at Fred Segal for $250!), Theory and much more. It was hard to decide between a pair of Paper Denim & Cloth cords, a pink suede bag, and a pair of red Merrell slip-ons so, we bought it all! Amazingly aromatic candles from Illuminations round out the deals so stock up for gift-giving, dinner parties, cozy winter nights.

SPLENDORA VIP's: Show your VIP card or print out this page and receive 10% off of your purchase

WHEN: Thursday, November 20th, 5-9pm
WHERE: The new RED DOT OUTLET is located at: 2061 Chestnut. RSVP to 415.979.1597 or email trunkshow@reddotoutlet.com

In our world a gift basket is something that includes salami, a jar of some fabulous mustard, some English shortbread cookies, and other sundry items that may or may not be re-gifted. However, it has been brought to our attention that baskets are also gifted when you have been a really good girl and have toned down your Bentley rollin', chinchilla sportin', and fox eyelash wearin' ways. It's been reported that Ben gave Jenny a $1 million dollar gift basket to thank her for toning her diva-esque lifestyle down. The cornucopia of stuff included "a white gold and gemstone handbag, a pair of ruby earrings, a mink blanket and $24,000 worth of sexy lingerie". We're guessing the gift basket at right would not be reward enough for lil' Jen-Jen.

Gift basket gossip

Many of you here in the states have not been exposed to the sublime musical stylings of the Brit phenomenon, The Darkness. They kinda look like Cheap Trick, sound like Queen, and perform stadium rock anthems in small boozy clubs. Lead singer Justin Hawkins likes to shred on the guitar and wear spandex. Perhaps this is why Prime Minister Tony Blair has an affection for them. Read article below for the totally hysterical details.

Step into the darkness

NEW YORK
Sale at Yigal Azrouël
Lucky for us this handsome Israeli's body beautiful designs are being slashed to 65% off. Scope out head-turning dresses for New Years, tailored jackets, sexy draped shirts, and more at this exclusive sale which runs from November 18th-20th. The sale location is at: 225 W. 39th St., 7th fl., 212.302.1194

SAN FRANCISCO
Early Hours at Honey Tanning
For the gorgeous bird who's not afraid to rise and shine, now you can get your golden color early in the AM. On Wednesday November 19th, enjoy a crowd free early morning (7-10am) or mid afternoon (1-4pm) MAGIC TAN for a fraction of the price: first time customers receive 2 sessions for $30 & return clients receive a $22 rate per early bird session. YOU MUST SECURE YOUR APPOINTMENT WITH A CREDIT CARD and cancellations/no-shows will be charged a $22 fee. Honey Tanning is by appointment only and is located at: 2040 Union Street in San Francisco, 415.292.6544

Reminder: Romancing the Stone at Bare Escentuals
This fete celebrates Bare Escentuals' new bareMinerals Black Emerald liner shadow and the exclusive Bay Area launch of Emerald Vodka. All attendees will be treated to complimentary Emerald Vodka cocktails, appetizers and makeup tips. When you make any purchase receive a goody bag which includes comped parking at Pier 39 garage (Beach & Embarcadero). Thursday November 20th, from 6-9 at the Bare Escentuals Flagship store at Pier 39 in San Francisco, RSVP by emailing info@splendora.com

LOS ANGELES
Hear Jon Brion at Largo
A must see: this musical virtuoso (and producer of some of our favorite albums by Aimee Mann and Fiona Apple) performs every Friday at the Largo in L.A. The indie-rock hipster crowd often includes celebs who want to hear Brian Wilson-esque genius for themselves. The Largo is located at: 432 N.Fairfax, 323.852.1851. Call for show reservations because this show sells out!

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