Dini von Mueffling is not merely a haute socialite, she is a jack of all trades who has expanded into the worlds of journalism, authorship, and philanthropy in the field of AIDS activism. After graduating from Vassar College, she began her career as a journalist going on to work for Reuters, New York Observer, Glamour, Town and Country, and more.

New at the Annenberg Space for Photography, a fascinating photography discussion about the allure and mystique of the pursuit of female beauty–and the multi-million dollar industry that surrounds it.

Right now the Miami Heat are scorching the courts with their white hot moves as they trudge their way through the battlefields of the Eastern Conference Finals. So where better than to showcase art featuring Miami’s b-ball stars than Gerry Kelly's newest addition to the city’s sizzling nightlife Trio on the Bay in North Bay Village.

The warmer months tend to usher in florals, brights, and the like. But for 2011, top houses have incorporated fruit motifs into the mix, delivering everything from single fruit elements like the apple graphic tees shown at Z-Spoke by Zac Posen to pop-art, repeating patterns similar to the banana tops donned on the Prada runways.

There are all those little things we need for day-to-day activities. A great briefcase, a strong and at the same time stylish shoe, accessories like cufflinks that are considered apropos in most business settings, and much more. But the truth is, tackling daily life is much more fun when done in style.

Turquoise for summer is a less-than-groundbreaking concept; however, clever implementations, marrying the bright blue stone with other brightly shaded bling, have this rock taking center stage on the summer jewelry scene.

Live entertainment company Stratus Media Group has announced plans for a North American edition of the legendary Mille Miglia race to debut stateside in California this August. While the iconic race is traditionally an open-road endurance test in Italy, it is California’s engaging and breathtaking landscapes that have drawn organizers to choose the state to host the inaugural North American Mille Miglia Tribute.

Dressing your nest involves the same kind of innate understanding of your own personal taste as does, say, dressing yourself; except changing happens less frequently. It’s important, to that end, to choose home appointments that will make the statement you desire, while standing the test of time.

On Monday, May 16, New York’s iconic National Arts Club was host to The Theatre Museum’s 2011 Awards: A Memorable Evening of Song and Tributes. Classic tunes were brought to life in tribute to the legendary Broadway lyricist Sheldon Harnick, who was the Museum’s 2011 Career Achievement Award recipient, and was presented with the esteemed award by his longtime colleague Hal Prince, a winner of an incredible 21 Tony Awards.

The summer months creep up quickly, and it’s important to be prepared. A fresh face, a dewy glow (even if faux), and a shiny mane are key. Add a pastel lip for a naturally pretty pout, and you’ll be set to hit the sand running.

Ship ahoy! Sebago has docked and simply to outfit you in the latest summer garb in preparation for your high seas adventures. Through the visionary mind of designer and trend blogger Ronnie Fieg, Sebago presents a brief stint at Fred Segal in Santa Monica.

There’s no question that the Hermès label carries a lot of weight. From fine fashions to accessories coveted the world over, there’s a certain assurance of quality and supreme taste that coincides with anything donning the Hermès brand. So when it came to furnishings, it was only appropriate that Hermès choose to reissue the iconic works of Jean-Michel Frank in their most recent release, J.M. par Hermès.

Baselworld, the annual Swiss “fashion week” for watches, is Nirvana for collectors and connoisseurs. Hundreds of super watches make their debut during a glamorous week of launch parties and private appointments, but only a select few attain true Holy Grail status. The following top-ten list of most wanted watches in Basel represents some of this year’s most celebrated treasures, any one of which is worth selling the rest of your collection to own.

The city of Santa Monica has forever changed. Sedentary, sit-down lunches are now a thing of the past and on-the-go gourmet, cafeteria-style feasts are all the rage. That's right; a bit of New York noshing has trickled down to the West Coast thanks to the highly anticipated grand opening of The Market at Santa Monica Place.

Through a prestigious partnership, Richard Mille enters the world of polo with the new Richard Mille Polo Team, comprised of Prince Bahar from Bunei, UK-born Max Routeldge, and Argentinean players Pablo Mac Donough – ranked #1 in the 2010 World Polo Tour – and Alejandro Muzzio.

When Margrit Mondavi was young, her parents would give her a little water with a tablespoon of wine and sugar before bed -- to stay healthy. As she got older, the sugar and water was replaced by more wine.

Last night, the Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay opened its newly refurbished doors, reveling the 31 million dollar renovation with an extravagant soiree.

Located a short drive northeast of San Francisco, California’s famed Napa Valley is renowned as one of the greatest winemaking climates in the world. With such a magnificent concentration of top vineyards and wineries right next door to each other, it was difficult to choose only a few for this list of our favorites in the area