Ah, house hunting. You see everything from your dream home to your basic nightmare. My boyfriend and I have been scouring the real estate section in search of some new digs. Our taste runs in a mid-century modern vein and luckily, Los Angeles, home to modern masters Richard Neutra and Rudolf Schindler, has a lot of what he and I like to call geometric-lite architecture to choose from. Of course, sometimes you see a house on the market that makes you question your clean-line design principles and ask yourself, “Do I need to live in a mini-Versailles?”

Pink is the color of the month. As an avid supporter of Breast Cancer Awareness, I can’t help but buy for the cause. This year there are so many great options, including limited collections from Tory Burch, BCBG and Ralph Lauren. However, my favorite is the elegant new collection of pink accessories from Swarovski crystal. A portion of the proceeds from the sales in October of these items benefit The Libby Ross Breast Cancer Foundation.

Oct. 13 was a pretty ordinary day for most people, except for the owner and management team of Big Fish. That’s when the 147-foot yacht arrived in Fort Lauderdale, one-quarter of her way into a circumnavigation that will see her visit the Antarctic, South America and other rarely cruised regions among the yachting set.

Apparently if you're in the know in Florence, and you like to rub elbows with artists, movie stars, and creative geniuses, you seek out the hidden gem of Acqua Al 2, a charming restaurant with traditional Italian cuisine and an eye for vibe. Stumbling upon this amazing spot while living in Florence, Martin Gonzalez, San Diego owner of acclamied wine bar TOAST Enoteca & Cucina, opened up the first international branch of the fabulous Acqua Al 2, and here in San Diego we are so lucky to be the spot he's chosen to open these doors.

As if shopping at South Coast Plaza couldn't get any better, you do welcome every new addition to the super center, whether it's a new spot to wrangle some couture or a place where you can rest your tired stems and take in a few drinks. Sitting pretty above just-opened Seasons52, the Capital Grille is open and ready to serve up their signature specialties right alongside your favorite shopping spots.

Looking for a quick - yet luxurious weekend getaway to London? Start with a stay at the Jumeirah Carlton Towers in Knightsbridge.

Kauai Grill, chef Jean-George Vongerichten’s signature restaurant at the St. Regis Princeville Resort, is truly a creative culinary thrill. The elegant eatery effortlessly delivers Jean-Georges' highly regarded sophistication to the forefront of the Garden Isle’s upscale dining options.

October is the time to think pink since it is breast cancer awareness month and the Catwalk for a Cure event at the Liberty Hotel in Boston during Boston Fashion Week did just that. There were hundreds of supporters for the Catwalk for a Cure show put on by Practically Broadway Inc. in junction with the Massachusetts Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

On Oct. 1, Westfield Valley Fair presented the Project Pink Runway Show to benefit the American Cancer Society. The high energy fashion production dazzled Bay Area shoppers with the help of the Bay Area Fashionista. "Real Housewives of Orange County" Gretchen Rossi modeled on the catwalk and her boyfriend Slade Smiley co-hosted the event along with Hasti Kashfia.

We all know actor Robert De Niro for his immortal roles in the Hollywood movies, but De Niro is also an outstanding businessman: he is one of the shareholders of the world-famous restaurant chain Nobu. So it is not surprising that “The Godfather” and “Meet the Fockers” star visited the Russian capital to celebrate the local Nobu anniversary. The Moscow branch of the legendary Nobu, the 24th in the chain, opened in 2009. Due to some problems at the airport, De Niro was only able to arrive late at night to the restaurant, where he was still awaited by the guests of the event and by his Russian partners Aras and Amin Agalarov, millionaire developers.

The second largest home in Nevada just got a little expensive. The Royal Family Landmark Polo Estate Playground at 7030 Tomiyasu Lane in Las Vegas is now publicly listed for $37.5 million by Vegas Fine Estates. The former home of the Sultan of Brunei was initially offered for $60 million when it went on the market for $60 million in November 2009 before the price dropped to $48 million earlier this year, according to Norm Clarke of the Las Vegas Review-Journal.

On Saturday night, I went to dinner at Nobu with Haute Living publisher Seth Semilof, power PR maven Lizzie Grubman and reality TV star Simon Huck from “The Spin Crowd.” Nobu 57 was crazy fun. All the Berts and Shaul Nakash and the Caryes took over three tables. Erica Reid was having her birthday party in the back room. Old friends were popping in.

As one of the stars of the new Bravo show “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,” Kyle Richards hails from a family of fame and fortune. Richards is aunt to socialites Paris and Nicky Hilton and sister of Kathy Hilton.

The smell of pumpkin spice, the chill in the air, leaves on the ground, college football, Halloween upon us….Fall is definitely in the air! With so many fall festivities going on, why not checkout the One Arts Fall Block Party coming up on Sunday, Oct. 31?

Our Haute 100 list details the accomplishments of the most influential people in each of our markets—Miami, New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. These people continue to make moves, so rather than waiting for the next Haute 100 issue to come out, we thought we’d provide you with regular updates on those Haute 100 members who are making headlines. On our Haute 100 Miami list is Sean “Diddy” Combs, the music entrepreneur who has more acting and philanthropic work on his to-do list.

On Saturday, Oct. 16, it was a star-studded red carpet at Tao New York as the eatery rang in a decade of serving up delicious Asian-inspired cuisine in a temple-like cavernous restaurant space.

Our Haute 100 list details the accomplishments of the most influential people in each of our markets—Miami,New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. These people continue to make moves, so rather than waiting for the next Haute 100 issue to come out, we thought we’d provide you with regular updates on those Haute 100 members who are making headlines. Check back daily for more info on the most powerful people in your city. Today, Woody Allen’s most recent film has scored big with reviewers.

Philadelphia has been wanting for a good hotel bar. The Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia's Swann Lounge is lovely, but perhaps a bit too formal for a truly good time. The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia lost its great Vault space when 10 Arts arrived (although the restaurant's bar is quite a good time). The Sofitel is aiming to change this oversight, by upgrading its already popular lobby lounge into the luxurious new Liberté, opening today.