Jennifer Lopez is an international superstar, so it only makes sense that she'd be singing the official theme song to the world's most internationally beloved sport: soccer. The A-list entertainer, along with Pitbull and Brazilian singer Claudia Leitite, have joined forces to sing the official song of the FIFA World Cup 2014, "We Are One (Ole Ola)."

Diane Von Furstenberg kicked off the 40th anniver-sary of her iconic wrap dress with a fabulous fete at the Wilshire May Company Building on Jan. 10. The crème de la crème of Hollywood came out for the opening night of “Journey of a Dress”, including Furstenberg’s husband, Barry Diller, as well as Jeff Bezos, Ashley […]

Cartier presented both a haute – and hot – event in the desert Jan. 4: the 25th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival. A-listers who were on hand to accept their awards included Sandra Bullock, Meryl Streep, Tom Hanks, U2, Julia Roberts, Matthew McConaughey and the cast of American Hustle: Bradley Cooper, Amy Adams, Elisabeth […]

The San Francisco Symphony saluted Gordon Getty at his 80th Birthday with a special concert on Jan. 6 featuring Placido Domingo and Frederica von Stade along with the San Francisco Symphony Chorus and conducted by Michael Tilson Thomas, Ragnar Bohlin and Placido Domingo. The program included the works of Strauss, Mahler, Verdi, Beethoven, Lehar and […]

Handbag lovers rejoice! Prada is releasing a new line of purses in 14 fun, flirty colors. From bold fire engine red to delicate dusty rose, there’ s a shade to fit every occasion—and outfit. Crafted from supple leather, the new “Twin Bag” features a roomy double handle and a turn-lock closure, perfect for keeping your valuables […]

The San Francisco Opera hosted an exquisite gala dinner on the stage of the War Memorial Opera House on Dec. 2. It celebrated the 75th Anniversary of SF Opera Guild giving voice to potential through education and outreach programs that bring opera center stage into the life of the community. The evening also honored California […]

Design aficionados and art lovers attended the preview gala for the FOG Design + Art Fair at the Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion on January 16.

There are a lot of people that watch the Super Bowl, from the casual fan to the super football-everything fan. There’s also the fan that only watches one football game a year, the Super Bowl. No matter which category you fall into, I’m pretty sure most people like to make an event out of it. […]

Christie’s International Real Estate just released its quarterly report, Atlantic Insights, providing professionals with valuable information on the state of luxury real estate in prominent markets around the globe.

When one thinks Swarovski, they think of the obvious: bejeweled accessories, crystal, crystal and more crystal! After all, it is all about the crystal. Now you can take the bejeweling trend that does not seem to go away to the next level. Bejewel the nails! Yes, I swear. And I decided to try it at […]

Richard Blanco was born in Spain to Cuban parents and grew up in Miami. That background led him to his own definition of what is means to be American, and eventually become the fifth inaugural poet in U.S. history. He’ll share his poetic memoir, “For All of Us, One Today,” during his Winter Words appearance on […]

Photography Erik Tomasson The San Francisco Ballet holds a special place in the hearts of many thanks to the vision of Artistic Director and Principal Choreographer Helgi Tomasson. The Iceland native has spent the past 28 years evolving America’s oldest ballet company into one of the world’s most innovative dance ensembles, executing both fresh ballets […]

Richard Mille’s Wristwatch at SIHH 2014

Celine Dion was one of many celebrity guests to attend the UCLA Head & Neck Surgery Luminary Awards in Beverly Hills on Wednesday evening, an event of which raised funds for the Department of Head and Neck Surgery at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA.

Alexander McQueen 55 Maiden Lane/58 Geary Street San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 956 2721 Hallelujah! San Franciscans no longer have to head to Las Vegas or purchase single pieces at Neiman Marcus now that the Alexander McQueen boutique has finally arrived in Union Square. The British fashion label opened it’s sixth stand-alone store in the […]

After yielding $1 million in profits with his chic Barneys New York clothing line, Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter is on to the next one — “one” being his next big financial success, that is. The rapper, producer and entrepreneur has partnered with Cohiba® to develop the 6 “x 52-toro-size Comador cigar. Handcrafted in Santiago, Dominican Republic, […]

BRAGO CENTRO 525 S Flower St, Los Angeles, CA 90071 (213) 228-8998 AMBIANCE Celestino Drago’s 9,500 square-foot- downtown eatery is sophisticated, elegant and spacious. What to Order You’ll love the modern take on classic Italian fare such as L’antara — duck breast, polenta, Brussels sprouts, brown butter and fonduta – and the quintessentially Sicilian gli […]

Ame   689 Mission St San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 284-4040   Ambiance This seven-time Michelin star winner inside the chic St. Regis hotel offers a truly elegant dining experience.   Dynamite Dishes Ame’s newly appointed Executive Chef Michael Morrison serves a whimsical take on New American cuisine. Don’t miss his elegant twist on surf […]