Splendora Newsletter, March 12 2004
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Greetings from the frozen apple! We report live from our suite at the Royalton in Manhattan where we furiously type away on our laptops in front of a roaring fireplace in our room. It's been a fabulous week despite the cold (and the fact that our HQ in SF reports 80 degree weather) but we've met many wonderful people and will have a surprise celebrity forecaster for you very, very soon (hint: she's a true fashion icon).
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WEEKEND FORECAST
What to wear: Anna Sui's puffy floral dress
What NOT to wear: Bias cut striped T-shirt skirts
What to jean: Sacred Blue (the perfect everyday denim available at Henri Bendel & Fred Segal)
What to handbag: $58 melon weekender at GAP
What to foot: New Nike Shox in orange and silver
What to makeup: L'oreal Rouge Pulp in Revealing (2 for 1 at drugstores now!)
What to nail: Rejuvacote by duri
What to wedding: Splendora's new bridal recommendations
What to read: This Book Will Change Your Life
What to see: MC5- A True Testimonial
What to TiVo: Significant Others on Bravo
What to DVD: School of Rock
What to listen to: Cee-lo, "Cee-Lo Green Is the Soul Machine"
What to beg for: Dior vintage Boston bag
What to drink: Root beer float
What to make: Caramelized mushrooms
What to stand in line for: Carrie Bradshaw's castoffs at Ina's
Secret Weapon: Chanel Precision Eye Patch's
Surprisingly tasteful: Jessica Simpson channeling Jackie O.
Makeover regression: Linda Evangelista
Latest conspicuous dieter: Alicia Keyes
Newest celebs w/played out bangs: Selma Blair & Lucy Liu
Totally Off Her Rocker: Tyra Banks, have you heard her new song?
Latest Odd Couple: Naomi Campbell & Tommy Lee
Looking extra foxy: Peter Sarsgaard (our prediction for the next red hot actor with incredible range)
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WEEK IN REVIEW: NEW YORK STORIES
I arrived from France jet lagged and forlorn. Fashion week in Paris had been an absolute whirlwind and Sunday night in Manhattan (icy stillness combined with the fact that I was missing the season premiere of the Sopranos) was almost more than I could bear. While my West Coast compatriots gushed about the early arrival of summer in the City, Amy and I layered ourselves in tights, woolen socks, boots, scarves, and heavy winter coats to brave the brisk apple.
One miserable, rainy afternoon we ducked into the aptly named Haven spa in Soho to wait out the weather with a much needed manicure. It was here we ran into the gorgeous former supermodel Frederique Vanderwaal of Victoria Secret fame and even had a "moment" with her when she sympathized with our drowned rat look. And that was just the beginning of our week.
More tales of the city are coming your way but for now I have to sign off because the enthusiastic gate agents (it's 6am) are telling me it's final boarding call. Thus begins my journey back to sunny SF where my first weekend home will be spent watching TiVo-ed O.C. and Apprentice episodes and cooking up some serious dish for next week's Friday ForPlay. Splendora certainly has some surprises in store....
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GET PINNED
Splendora pins are in, baby! All of the it girls around town are sporting theirs to make sure they can take advantage special VIP offers. Still without pin? Please print out this edition of FFP and bring it in-store to save. And for all the fit ladies we met on Monday at Pinnacle Fitness, we'll be announcing the winner of the luxe body treatment next week!
International Orange: 15-25% off all treatments- When you buy a gift certificate thru IO's web link for Splendora
you get a major discount on their impeccable services (appt's. can be booked after certificate is bought). Give yourself a spa treat and get recharged for Springtime! [offer good thru 3/21]
Sweet Jane: 15% off non-sale items- Lucky for you a new shipment of Ella Moss just arrived. Moss' already reasonably priced pieces are the faves of SJP & Cameron D. Also, make sure to check out fab Earl Jeans & the 50% off rack! [offer good thru 3/21]
Tre Balm: 35% - 50% off all handbags- Red carpet favorites from Moo Roo and Elaine Turner Designs (seen in Elle, Lucky, and on Will & Grace) will be deeply discounted [offer good thru 3/21]
Bella Nails: $20 manicure/pedicure [offer good thru 3/21]
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SALES AND SAUCY HAPPENINGS
SAN FRANCISCO
Ferry Plaza Farmers Market
From 8am-2pm each Saturday morning the Embarcadero in SF is swarming with eager foodies looking to get the freshest picks in town. Since this weekend will be out of control beautiful it is the perfect time to shop and then eat a famous Frog Hollow Farm peach while basking in the sun! The Market is located on the Embarcadero @ the foot of Market St.
LOS ANGELES
The Ultimate Shopping Card is Here!
Who doesn't love a bargain? Get thrifty at all of your favorite spots...from 10% off at Joan's on Third to 10% off hip wares at Jennifer Kaufman, the $30 Cozmo Card gives you deals at all of the places that you want to go.
Click Here to find out more info on the ultra-rad Cozmo Card!!
Bathing Suits Galore at Market
All of this heat we're having has us pining for a new swimsuit. Lucky for us Market has stocked up on bikini's from Holmes, flowy caftans, and rad sandals. You'll look like poolside perfection. Market is located at: 11620 Barrington Court, 310.471.3408
NEW YORK
Store Opening: Neighborhoodies
Custom hoodies, hell yes! Pick your colors, letter fabric and font and you'll be on your way to spelling "Alphabet City" across your chest in no time flat. The entire line is customizable and you can be out the door with your very personal tank top, sweatshirt, boy shorts, or tee in 45 minutes. Neighborhoodies is located at: 89 South Street, Pier 17, 212.608.7285
MORE EVENTS HERE
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Hugs,
Splendora
Your Informant
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