Leonardo DiCaprio, who is by now a well-known film figure, environmentalist, and philanthropist, appealed to his fans for his latest animal rights cause. He had written a letter in support of California’s Assembly Bill 376 – which makes make it illegal to possess, sell, of trade shark fins – and asked his fans to reach out to their state senators to protect sharks and pass the bill. It looks like it paid off as the bill was successfully passed yesterday, August 7.

Fall is an exciting time for many reasons; the weather cools down, fashion shows and award shows get underway and plenty of restaurants open up around town. Here is a quick look at ten highly anticipated restaurant openings in New York this fall.

Hawaii may not be considered one of the fashion capitals of the world. But for three days starting Thursday, its largest outdoor mall will play host to a fashion extravaganza like no other.

Offer Nissenbaum, Managing Director of The Peninsula Beverly Hills, has been named Hotelier of the Year by Virtuoso, the leading luxury-travel network. Nissenbaum competed for this title against nominees from the most prestigious areas of France, Italy, South Africa, and India.

At a lose end as to what to do this weekend? Sign up for ‘A Chicago Speakeasy crawl’, brought to you by the Candlelight Club – a clandestine pop-up cocktail bar in a secret London venue, completely lit by candles.

For their second Fashion and Beauty Blog Conference, also known as FABB, Lucky Magazine invited top bloggers to chat with fashion insiders that included Diane Von Furstenberg, The Kardashian sisters who will be featured on the magazine’s November cover, beloved bloggers Leandra Medine (manrepeller.com), Phil Oh (streetpeeper.com), Rodger Berman (husband and business partner to Rachel Zoe), and Thrillist founder Adam Rich, amongst others.

The relationship women have with their shoes is one that most men are baffled by. In an effort to explain what it is that makes us weak in the knees for a 6-inch red-soled pump, Julie Benasra wrote and directed a documentary entitled God Save My Shoes.

David Sydorick, whose name was conspicuous by its absence at the Pebble Beach Concours two and a half weeks ago, surfaced last week in Florence, Italy, where his Zagato-bodied 1956 Ferrari 250 GT Berlinetta took Best in Show at the Unique Special Ones concours d’elegance.

The Bass Museum of Art is excited to host an Opening Reception for its newest exhibition, Vanishing Points: Paint and Paintings From The Debra and Dennis Scholl Collection this Friday, September 9. The night begins with a private viewing for members only from 7-8 pm. Immediately following, there will be a cocktail reception open to the public.

The Water's Edge, a restaurant famous for its breathtaking view of Manhattan, has undergone some culinary revamping lately. Chef Rory O'Farrell, a former costar of Rocco DiSpirito and regular cast member on the show The Restaurant, has been working hard to restore the integrity of the cuisine at The Water's Edge.

Fashion Week started a day early for the boys with the NUMBER:Lab Spring 2012 show taking place on Wednesday afternoon at The Standard New York.

Want to be haute and healthy? If you live in Los Angeles the answer is probably yes. Whether you’re looking for a nutritional makeover or a safe way to shed a few pounds, check out our picks for the top 5 juice bars in LA.

On Wednesday, August 24, two bay area classics left their mark on San Francisco, as the Levi’s® brand partnered with food activist, Alice Waters, to create a very special “School Lunch” commemorating Chez Panisse’s 40th Anniversary. The event featured locally sourced lunch boxes with organic food; the launch of a limited-edition t-shirt collection designed by Alice Waters and a host of creative icons including: David Byrne, Sofia Coppola, Dave Eggers and Maira Kalman; and a book signing for Alice Waters’ new book, “40 Years of Chez Panisse, The Power of Gathering.”

Help! I have a drinking problem. Not that kind though- the good kind! Juicing is all the rage in New York. From cleanses for weight loss to detoxing for energy and health, these top five juice bars will give you a health kick worth drinking over.

Princess Yachts International will launch their newest interior designer partnership when their 98 Motor Yacht, designed in collaboration with Fendi Casa, is unveiled at the PSP Southampton Boat Show.

The grand 103-room Updown Court estate fought the good fight with a choppy real estate market before its newest price slash to $65 million.

Do you live a "haute" lifestyle in Los Angeles? Do you eat at the best restaurants, stay at the top hotels and attend the hottest parties? Haute Living is looking for a Los Angeles/Beverly Hills based Online Curator.

Nicknamed the “Rodin of the transparent” by Maurice Rostand, artist René Lalique created timeless, graceful art. On July 2nd, the Musee Lalique is scheduled to open in France. Unique in Europe and deeply rooted in its history, this new museum which has been endorsed as a Musée de France, will display more 650 pieces in a modern exhibition space designed by Ducks Scéno and the Agence Wilmotte.