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 Name: Gina Pell
Age: 30s
Location: San Francisco
Main Gig: Purveyor of Fabulous
 About MeI am Splendora's Founder. I created the company in 1999 at a time when get rich quick seekers flooded the web with passionless sites created solely for acquisition. Splendora is an extension of my interests (fashion, technology, design, the good life...shoes). I wondered if I built something true, would it result in a loyal following of cool women with vast interests in addition to fashion? Yes it did. The site began by putting my own rolodex online and finding the other two in my Splendora trinity (Amy and Karen). Since '99 we've evolved into a social network built around our style picks and yours. I believe Bryan Adams best sums up my feelings for my readers with his song, "Everything I Do, I Do It For You." I heard about Splendora from...my remaining brain cellsI'm Listening ToI'm in a Classical phase right now, Arcade Fire, Peaches, Internet RadioI'm WatchingMad Men, Breaking Bad, The Tudors, In Treatment, Lost, Ugly Betty, Election CoverageI'm ReadingBad Girl by Mario Vargas LlosaI'm Renting These DVDseverything by Werner Herzog, Paul Thomas Anderson, Terry GilliamI Just BoughtMarni balloon bag, unbelievable dress by GILES (Deacon)I'm Currently Obsessing AboutThe Presidential Election Style Icon(s)Julie Verhoeven, Ann Demeulemeester, Tyler Brule, My best friend Sarah (my personal Splendora), Sporty Englishwomen, Francesca Von Habsburg, Joy BianchiCelebrity Alter Ego(s)Damien HirstWhat's in Your HandbagAppointment diary, iPhone, many pairs of sunglasses, nude lipstick, stray jewelry, Montblanc pencil, digital camera, hair accouterments, baby toy, notepad What's in Your Closet?Vintage dresses and coats, white shirts, Wellies, Louboutins by the dozens, Richard Grand cashmere, tunics and jumpers, a few choice pieces from Hermes, 80s Gaultier, Pucci, Galliano, Dries Van Noten, H&M, my cats, my hats Favorite CitiesNew York, London, Venice, ApiaFirst ConcertHuey Lewis & The NewsDream ThreesomeEsa-Pekka Salonen, Olafur EliassonEnglish or MathEnglishFlats or HeelsHeelsJack or JudeJude LawDeep Dish or Thin CrustThin CrustMartha Stewart or Rachel RayMartha StewartMaster or ServantMasterfletch, Karen Bard, allison d, Jen Wong, Jessica Stout, Heidi Atwal, Dena Smolek, Ariel Feldman, Maz, Amy Parker, La_Bella_Donna, bambinadicioccolata, Ms. Toi, lisafharmon, Melissa B, babescanlon, darrahjane, tenayarae, sjah, Annie, scrinks, jaxon, Gentry, TL Cool J, kimpiotrowski, SilverNitro, Mallory, janekim84, nolaemily, paceshari, Pamela Fishman Cianci, MariaTeresa, Kristine, Shari Spakes, alicat, aarieff, Shira, adamlupa, Tina Bambina, sdefino, evany, linashatara1, killakali03, tlow2323, Engreida com, melissa davis, Beejoli Aisha Shah, joytothehurled, kristinthegreat, rusty, Sarah Hanft, Paula Owen, MissMaj, Robin, ginamaffei, Lola_LaRue, bettay, saucer222, mamabearto2, Shelley, fdeutsc, msmullins, rumi, pinklace, AnnieBelle, Ladyshark, JMichelle, Morigaine, Macaroni1027, kristindiva, jluich, Nicola, Carol, maryjane, Emma Karenina, joni jules, nanditoure, ivanai, Stephany, evita, Shlee, SydneyG, nini312, libby r., FeinFineFein, Claudia Juestel, bonniejvalina, luprints, ErinLancaster, 2Bhappy, Morgan, Anandasi, absolutelycrisa, Elizabeth_Evans, shoechicka, fazul, JamieR, Pamela Bagista1, kellyf, Galya, Shannon B., The Fashion Informer, Jennifer Madison, chocolate mami, Leslie McAllister, janinepopick, MermaidMommy, Sarah in Paris, VictoriaE, Betsy Wheeler, smileybug503, yohko, Tigertem, Allisonberding, joni madere, Birdybird, Le Joli Xilc
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11:55 AM
oops
hahah YES! that's what I meant.....merci beaucoup Gina, my French isn't that great...
06:24 AM
Thank You!
Thanks for featuring my What-to list! I love this feature of Splendora and am so happy to contribute! Hope all is well!
Miss Maj
01:13 PM
Miss You
Come back soon!
10:12 PM
Thank you ~
So much for your lovely comment about my post about my new bebe. It is wonderful to have someone like you exhibit how motherhood can bring out the best in people!
10:25 AM
Finally I'm in love !!
I've been addicted to the Friday e-mails for like 2 years and now in just 48-hours I'm hooked on the BFF lounge. Way chicer than other social networking sites. And from one online entrepreneur to another (like you need to here it from someone else) thanks! Have a bag-a-licious day! Pamela
12:49 PM
Habitually yours
My latest addiction...Splendora Love!
07:10 PM
I hope...
that my new profile pic (3 and already fabulous) will get me a spot in your bff list! :-) hihi
11:29 AM
Thank you, Gina!
I am so honored! :) Lovely website you have created. Your little one is magnificent, love the photos!
01:45 PM
Grazie!
Gina, Thank you so much! Splendora is fabulous and I don't know what I would do without it! Maya
11:15 AM
Happy B-day
Hi beautiful, A belated happy birthday to your little cutiepie (Hersch) 1 year already... Lots of kisses, Miss TC
01:19 PM
Representin'
I saw your article in SFis and I experienced a great sense of pride. Whenever I read Vogue or other fashion rags it always features fabulous NY women and although they are indeed fabulous; both stylish and interesting I still yearn to let people know there are great women here in the city by the bay. The article was cute and the pictures were pretty. I haven't been more proud since the first time I saw you in Lucky mag.Thank you for showing that women in SF are savvy style mavens who are smart, stylish and accomplished!
08:28 PM
the write up!
Thanks so much Gina!
This is such a beautiful network!!! It's very impressive!
Lisa and Ulla!
LU PRINTS
(add a little spice to your life!)
www.luprints.com
02:07 AM
Brian Adams.....
Brian Adams used to go out with one of my girlfriends in London, he introduced me to one of my all time heroes, David Bowie. Did you know he is an awsome fashion and celebrity photographer now? besos, Paula
Change the World! www.BeautyWithPaula.com
01:58 AM
Much love and Gratitude from Madrid!
Bravissima Gina, I am very new to Splendora, but I must say this is such a cool place, it feels very welcoming and the impression I get is so positive, thank-you for such an extraordinary creation..... I'd love to talk to you more about the business of beauty. All the best, Paula
Change the World! www.BeautyWithPaula.com
01:58 PM
MERCI..
TGIF, my friend. I made it. :-) Have a fabulous weekend too! Thanks for believing in my superpowers
xoxox
03:31 PM
Thanks Gina!
It was really an awesome show, so if you can catch her live, do it! Go see Prince this weekend, too! And thank you for making me a Star - that's super flattering :) I'll keep the entries coming!
11:43 AM
Gracias!
Splendora is so much fun, I can't get enough of it, thanks for all your hard work and great ideas!!
11:18 AM
<333
I'm in loooooooooove with Splendora! You do a great job!
lots of love
Ashley
04:06 PM
This could be a Problem
Dearest Gina,
Since adding my profile I have been addicted to the site. Please stop making it so darn fabulous so I won't feel compelled to stay on here instead of work. I met Karen and Allison last summer and absolutely adored them. You have a great website and a friendly, fashionable, & knowledgeable staff. What more could a gal ask for. Oh maybe an adorable family...oh, wait, Check. Looks like ya' got it all. Have a great day.
08:24 AM
Thanks!
Thank you for sending Benefit my post! How awesome! I did receive an email from Lindsey in the PR Department there and she's going to send me some goodies. I'm super excited!
XOXO Jane
08:55 PM
Fashionitas Unite!
Thanks for the site! Fun, informative, what more could a girl want? Perhaps more shoes....
xoxo
02:24 PM
Now Those are Some Glasses
Those glasses look great on the Hersch.
01:19 PM
Love it.
This is great website - and a fabulous addition to the weekly emails.
12:39 PM
Hi Hon
Looks very cool. You rock!!! I'll try to upload some pix for my profile. I wish you a perfect day :) Love and kisses,
your Danish chic friend
04:38 PM
Congrats!
This is EXCELLENT! Love the look and feel. You've poured your heart into it and it shows.
Hugs,
Maria Teresa