Month: February 2015

Oscar Night: The Winners and Fashions

Posted on February 22, 2015 by

The Oscars are always a big night, especially in LA. So I couldn’t turn down a chance to watch all the fashions on the big screen when I was invited to a private viewing party at the Egyptian Theatre.

LA has barely had any rain this year, but it decided to start literally the same time as the arrivals. That didn’t dampen my spirits as I threw on a little vintage ‘60s leopard, number, a high ponytail, rhinestone hoop earrings, retro-style stacked pearl bracelet, and some rain booties.

I joined a few friends who turned the theater into a giant living room vibe, bringing their own picnics to munch on. Some dressed cozy in sweaters and others busted out the evening wear – it is the Oscars after all!

I watched the arrivals on the big screen then headed home to watch the full show at home where I could snuggle by the fire, tweet and holler for the winners, and check the fashions on multiple websites.

I’m a big movie watcher, which makes the awards shows fun because I’ve seen most of the nominees. My favorites this year were “The Imitation Game,” Theory of Everything,” “Selma” and “Finding Vivian Maier.” I was happy to see the song from “Selma” win, and Eddie Redmayne and Julianne Moore for best actor/actress. But I was not happy with seeing “Birdman” taking best picture. I really didn’t get that movie at all and didn’t enjoy it. Oh well.

Now for the fashions…I saw lots of nude hues and red dresses. I have to say, I’m over the trend of the super plunging neckline and side boob cleavage – I’m talking to you JLo! I don’t need to see that much of you! Here’s who I think won best dressed:

And I really liked seeing the men show some style this year, working some colored tuxes.

Now, I’m on to movie watching for next year!

And that’s a wrap,
Kastle

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Month: February 2015

Gallery Day: From Louis Vuitton to the Rolling Stones

Posted on February 19, 2015 by

One of the things I love about living in Los Angeles is the abundance of cool things to do. So on a sunny, unseasonably warm 80-degree winter day, I decided to venture out to a couple of gallery exhibits.

First fashion, with Louis Vuitton, as the Series 2 exhibit took over a building on Highland Avenue. The intense exhibit through dark and mirrored hallways, and holograms of leggy models is a reinterpretation of a fashion show to allow visitors to discover artistic director Nicolas Ghesquiere’s inspirations for the ready-to-wear show and take them on a journey of past, present and future of the 160 year-old fashion house.

It took a minute to get adjusted to the path of darkness, lit with holograms bouncing off mirrored hallways. There was a series of images showing the history of the brand, short films of the sewing and gluing of each handmade handbag and shoe, and a virtual fashion show.

A poster room displayed photos by Annie Leibovitz, Juergen Teller and Bruce Weber, while my favorite room was the backstage area with full wall murals showing what it’s like for the models lining up to hit the catwalk and hurriedly changing outfits, while wardrobe racks featured the outfits the actual models wore in the show as well as the shoes and accessories.

Louis Vuitton decided to take this exhibit to cities around the world instead of staging a fashion show, making the experience more accessible to more people. I loved it! You can still get a peek at the fashion show on YouTube:

Next stop, rock ‘n’ roll. I headed over to the new Taschen Gallery on the Beverly and Crescent Heights for the It’s Just a Shot Away exhibits with photos of the Rolling Stones image dating back to the ‘60s.

Artistic shots by David Bailey, Anton Corbijn, Gered Mankowitz, Terry Richardson, Dominique Tarlé, and Albert Watson filled the gallery with the Stones looking colorfully dapper to candid high contrast black and white rehearsal images and concert shots. Those clothes, those haircuts, such style! I wish I could transport back in time and hang with them!

The exhibition is timed with the release of Taschen’s The Rolling Stones , an enormous coffee table book – that will take over your entire table – filled with stunning photos of the Stones though the decades.

Of course, Stones music filled the gallery and the gallery staff was incredibly welcoming. I spent a little time looking at other Taschen coffee table books on comic book history, pinups and tiki culture. They do such amazing high quality books on pop culture and subcultures, I’m excited to see how they will pair them with their upcoming gallery exhibits.

You have just a few days to check out these exhibits so make it part of your weekend plans!

Louis Vuitton Series 2 — Past, Present and Future” exhibition, 1135 North Highland Avenue, through February 22.

“It’s Just a Shot Away: The Rolling Stones in Photographs” exhibition, Taschen Gallery 8070 Beverly Blvd. Los Angeles, through February 28.

Start me up,
Kastle

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Month: February 2015

Fifty Shades of Grey: Get Ana’s Look

Posted on February 17, 2015 by

If you’re one of thousands who went to go see “Fifty Shades of Grey” opening weekend, like I did (read my review), and you want to get Anastasia’s look, Makeup For Ever has the collection for you. From the barely-there makeup look of a college girl to a more sultry, bold look of the woman Anna begins to transform into, this collection was created specifically from the looks used in the film.

See the behind the scenes video about the collection from “Fifty Shades of Grey” makeup department head, Victoria Down. Click the images to shop* the collection:

Give In To Me Kit

Desire Me Cheek Set

Tease Me Lip Set in Nude

Tease Me Lip Set in Berry

Oh my!
Kastle

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Month: February 2015

Be My Valentine: Fifty Shades of Grey

Posted on February 15, 2015 by

I had to do it. I had to go see “Fifty Shades of Grey” on Valentine’s Day. The much anticipated film adapted from the books (yes, I read them), had been all the buzz leading up to the big release.

Thankfully my boyfriend (who didn’t read the books) was a good sport about it – he scored us tickets to a late night screening at the sold-out Arclight Cinema and even wore the skinny, grey tie I gave him.

We stopped for dinner at the Arclight’s inside restaurant and they were workin’ the Fifty Shades angle with all the waiters wearing grey ties. The restaurant promoted a special Fifty Shades drink menu, so of course I had to try the “Lip Biter,” a delectable mix of vodka, sparking wine and peach schnapps. Other drink selections included the “Mr. Grey” with Earl Grey infused gin, “The Red Room” with white rum and Chambord, and the “Curious” with whiskey and apple spice bitters.

So I was nice and relaxed as we headed into the theatre. The audience was mostly women, out in groups for Valentine’s girls night out, and a few couples. The film itself is well done, nicely shot and Dakota Johnson is a perfect fit as the lead character of Anastasia Steele, the innocent college girl who meets one of the country’s most eligible young bachelors who just happens to have a dominant dark side.

I wasn’t that crazy about Jamie Dornan as Christian Grey – he looked great but his acting seemed forced, stiff and melodramatic. It was his lines, mostly the ones pulled right from the book, that drew roars of laughter from the crowd – at times not intended to be funny. Dornan drew more laughs at his acting than Anastasia did as the character who manages to crack a few sly jokes at Christian’s expense.

As for the sex scenes, there isn’t a lot sex exactly but more demonstrations of Christian’s need for “whipping” his women into shape. And hats off to Dakota for being able to carry out what must have been very difficult scenes to shoot.

All in all the film was enjoyable (my boyfriend even liked it) especially for those who have followed the books. It’s a classic romance story – rich, powerful guy who could have anyone he wants, falls for the girl who thinks of herself as a nobody. If only he didn’t have that pesky 50 shades that keeps them from having a normal relationship. While the extreme sexual behavior may be a too much for some, the conflict between the characters is enough to keep audiences enthralled – for a couple more sequels at least.

Laters baby,
Kastle

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Month: February 2015

Unique Vintage – “I Am Unique” Party

Posted on February 8, 2015 by

t’s pretty clear that any girl who wears vintage-inspired fashion is usually a unique personality. For this reason, the store Unique Vintage, which a caters to retro fashion lovers, decided to showcase their customers and employees who live in looks from the 1920s-70s and also lead unique lives.

They kicked off their “I Am Unique” Campaign with a party in their Burbank store. Cocktails, photos ops and deep discounts does a party make! So I went to check out the scene and a say hello to my pal Nicolle of Niccoco Creations who had her own table selling her gorgeous flower hair clips.

Also in attendance were many of the women featured in the Unique Vintage commercial and I have to say Queenie the pitbull stole the show in her pink tutu, pearls and sweet disposition. Queenie, and her owner Michelle Choi, represent Pinups for Pitbulls, an organization whose mission is to to educate people about the history, temperament, and plight of pitbulls, who often get a bad rap as being overly-aggressive animals.

I did some shopping from the sale rack (I love a good deal!) and scored a fabulous dress for a steal. Look for it featured in an upcoming blog post!

Great party all around. Look for Unique Vintage to build on the “IAmUnique” Campaign every month and if you have a photo you want to share with your “Unique” look, be sure to tag it #IAmUnique

Be you – nobody else can be!
Kastle

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