I can’t walk past a Prada store without stopping in (and ogling everything, rarely buying). Prada’s kid sister, Miu Miu, is another dangerously close boutique, located on Prince Street, a stone’s throw from my office. Miu Miu’s pastel bags that are now displayed in the window have been recreated in the miniature variety. The most iconic bags have been transformed into charms for your full size bag.

Dolce & Gabbana has a trending theme: glitter and gold. Jazz up your basic black with this Miss Sicily mini bag ($895). It’s a pint-sized version of the brand’s iconic bag, adorned with sequin detail and a long gold chain strap. Feeling ladylike? There’s a top handle as well in case you want to give your shoulder a break.

Notorious for his cocktail dresses,intricate detailing, and the updated trench, designer Rolando Santana has added over-the-top necklaces to his label. I recently had the pleasure of meeting him in person and seeing his enthusiasm first hand when talking about his latest accessories venture.

Rebecca Minkoff launched a five-piece apparel line in 2001. Her first success came when an “I love New York” tee she designed made it onto Jay Leno and a few magazines. In 2005, Rebecca took a shot at handbags, shifting her apparel focus to accessories. Her eponymous line has had serious success, and with four years of consistent growth under her belt, Rebecca returned to her initial love; designing clothing.

Chef Jan Birnbaum has had an extensive and varied career as a chef, having taken positions at top-tier restaurants in New Orleans, New York City, Denver, and Seattle. Yet, his most recent venture, as partner and Executive Chef of EPIC Roasthouse in San Francisco, seems like the culmination of all his past experiences, and represents the fulfillment of his travels and tenure at restaurants across the country.

We’ve narrowed down a list of the best sushi restaurants in all of Los Angeles.

You know an event’s going to be done right when the invitation says “cocktail attire, transportation required”. (Thank you Maloney & Fox!). Last night I was privileged enough to attend an intimate dinner party at The Setai penthouse, prepared by James Beard Foundation Award Winner, Chef Michael White. Not one penthouse, but two were occupied.

As the European shows are dwindling, it’s time to brush up on all of my Fall 2011 fashion trends. I was present at a majority of the shows during New York Fashion Week, but the European shows I sit out. Now… it’s time to play catch up. This weekend in between my early Saturday am class at Soul Cycle Tribeca, brunch with my best college girl friends, and dinner at L’Artusi (staple West Village fave Italian spot), I plan on intently studying Style.com to take in all of the runway looks from the majors and up and coming, one day majors.

“Livin on a Prayer” has always been one of my go-to karaoke songs, and it’s a guarantee that it will be played at my wedding. When I found out one of the key members of Bon Jovi, Miami native drummer Tico Torres, has taken his creative talent beyond his instrument, I was intrigued. Torres’ strong music and visual arts background, combined with an open vision, have paved the way for his latest creative endeavor- rockstarbaby.