Posts by Sherri Balefsky

What are they Wearing? Giovanni Zampolli loves Patek Philippe Nautilus 5980R

Haute Living Ambassador Paolo Zampolli and his wife, Amanda Ungaro Zampolli, aren’t the only ones in the family who know a good luxury timepiece when they see it. Their nine month old son, Giovanni Zampolli already has a knack for watches. He’s currently eyeing the $55,500 rose gold Patek Philippe Nautilus Chronograph 5980R.

Hautels: Why Celebrities Stay at Peninsula Beverly Hills

When the entertainment world has reason to celebrate, The Peninsula Beverly Hills lends itself as a choice venue. As lauded actors, celebrities, producers, and directors descend upon Los Angeles for the Oscars, the red carpet doesn’t stop at Hollywood.

Hautels: Spa Montage at Montage Beverly Hills Will Get You Red Carpet Ready

Montage Beverly Hills, the world renowned five-star hotel, has quickly become the premier destination for locals and visitors alike. Not only is the hotel regarded as one of Los Angeles’ Best Hotels by AOL City’s Best, but Montage Beverly Hills is also a member of Travel + Leisure’sWorld’s 500 Best Hotels. Whether it’s superior service, award-winning facilities, or Chef Scott Conant’s newest outpost of his famed Italian eatery, Scarpetta, Montage Beverly Hills is truly unmatched at all levels.

Haute Event: The Wild Sant Arturo Wine Dinner Series Does It Again at MPD New York

Unlike, the last party at Cipriani Downtown where the blizzard somehow brought all of the usual suspects into the restaurant, this time it was a 70 degree winter day and every club manager and owner in the vicinity stopped by to check out the commotion. Mark Baker and Karim Amatullah of Tzigan were amongst the folk who are close friends and supporters of Arty Dozortsev. Also in attendance Paolo Zampolli, Intermix founder Khajak Keledjian, Provocateur’s Mike Satsky, Haute Living Publisher Seth Semilof, Formula One driver Eddie Irvine, designer Von Vonni, Harper Bazaar Russia’s Dasha Veledeeva, and Capitale’s Seth Greenberg.

Haute Décor: The Underwater Masterpieces of Mosaicist Inc.

Browse the Mosaicist Inc. portfolio of hundreds of completed pool designs and you will see these aren’t just pools, these are bona fide works of art. With projects that span from simple shimmering cobalts and turquoise finishes to intricate patterns and stunning classical designs that could arguably rival those of The Louvre, it’s no wonder that Mosaicist Inc. is the premiere architectural mosaic design company in the world. They not only create one-of-a-kind custom pools but they also do murals in upscale homes, and even murals in cathedrals! They have also expanded into other U.S. markets like California and New York, and their current lineup includes projects in Cyprus, St. Thomas, and Switzerland.

Hautels: The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas–A Heavenly Treat in Sin City

Whether gambling, shopping or working hard, everyone needs a place to unwind. There is no better place to relax than at The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas. The spa, one of only 20 recipients of the Forbes Five-Star Spa Award, is a 27,000-square-foot urban oasis that offers a comprehensive range of wellness, beauty and massage treatments in a luxurious, sunlit setting. The 1930s Shanghai decor combines Art Deco design with elements of traditional Chinese culture, which is even reflected in the Vivienne Tam-designed Spa uniforms. By mixing the philosophies of classic Eastern therapies with Western techniques, The Spa offers guests a rejuvenating and nourishing holistic experience.

What are they Wearing? Diane Kruger at Premier of “Unknown” in Jaeger-LeCoultre Joaillerie Art Dec...

The premier of the new film Unknown held it official premier event in Los Angels on Wednesday, Feb. 16. The film’s star, the stunningly beautiful Diane Kruger, was of course in attendance.

Kruger looked breathtaking and stylish as usual donning very short, lacey, white dress covered in gorgeous sequins. And although her dress shimmered as the cameras flashed on the red carpet, we couldn’t take our eyes off the unique sparkly gem on her wrist. The timepiece? Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Joaillerie 101 Art Deco watch. With a slender white gold case and bracelet, and four carats of 180 diamonds, it is the smallest mechanical movement in the world.

Haute Event: Alexander Wang Hosts Star-Studded Grand Opening of his New Soho Boutique

New York Fashion Week is still going strong. And despite how much we love heading to the Lincoln Center, it feels nice to mix it up once in a while and head downtown. We’re pretty sure others agree, since yesterday evening, some of Manhattan’s finest joined Alexander Wang at the grand opening of the new Alexander Wang boutique in Soho.

New York Fashion Week: Vanessa Hudgens, Brittany Snow, Kelly Rutherford, and others Attend alice + olivia Fall...

On Monday evening, New York’s elite broke away from Lincoln Center and headed across town to the Plaza Hotel. It wasn’t because they were heading to their own private Valentine’s Day dinnerd, but instead for the alice + olivia Fall 2011 presentation event.

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