You know the bouncer, you’re with the band, and you can be seen in the back room. Going private has always had a special place in your heart. Your holiday parties should be no different–why share your heartfelt toast with an entire restaurant of revelers when you can say what you really mean in private?

The mastermind behind the infamous and beautiful BCBGMAXAZRIA fashion heaven is selling his Beverly Hills, California home for $6,899,000. But unlike many of the newsmakers these days, Azria isn’t selling due to financial woes; he’s selling to move into his comfortably larger mansion which he and his wife have been overhauling for the past few years. That’s right, he’s upgrading. Recession what?

Hollywood star Nicolas Cage is no newcomer to the Haute Living real estate blog news. Cage has had a busy year in terms of real estate and it looks like the end of 2009 will be no different for the superstar. Losing homes, selling at lower prices, owing the IRS a ton of money, when will these stars catch a break, or learn their lesson?

For those traveling this year or others who simply want to indulge and savor without spending hours in the kitchen, we’ve compiled a list of some of New York City’s finest restaurants open for business and serving some of the most delicious as well as innovative renditions of the American feast.

When you feel the need to dress as a pin-up, you really need to dress like a pin-up. Whether it’s accidentally running into your ex, or purposefully wearing nothing more than lingerie and a trench coat for a current beau, this is no laughing matter.

National Breast Cancer Awareness month may be over, but the support is still going strong in Miami. John Hardy creative director and head designer, Guy Bedarida, was on hand at Saks Fifth Avenue at the Dadeland Mall on November 12, showcasing his Fall 2009 jewelry line and signing all unique purchases of his designs in the name of charity.

Stylish and sophisticated newly built home designed by Eric Miller in one of the best country club neighborhoods Pebble Beach has to offer.

Nestled in the foothills neighboring the stunning 10,000 acre Alisal Ranch in Santa Barbara County surrounded by acres of organic vineyards is Villa SunTerra, a magnificent European inspired 56 acre vineyard estate.

Stylish and sophisticated newly built home designed by Eric Miller in one of the best country club neighborhoods Pebble Beach has to offer.