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Cashmere: A precious gift fromnature; light, soft and durable. Afiber that constantly evolves andthermo-regulates. A pleasure ofpure elegance and timelessness.

Just in time for the holidays,Manrico Cashmere has opened itsfifth boutique in the U.S. in theheart of Beverly Hills.

Highly regarded for its sumptuousquality and extraordinary customerservice, Manrico Cashmere is con-sidered the cashmere specialist, tak-ing great pride in producing its col-lection from its Italian workshop asthough each item were one of akind.

It has revolutionized cashmere bycreating amazing contemporarypieces for women and men in anarray of styles and infinite coloroptions. Back in 2007, Manricofamously launched its offering forthe ultimate in luxurious bed linenswith its one-of-a-kind cashmeresheet sets (rumor has it “TheDonald” sleeps on these) and ispleased to include this collection inaddition to its bespoke services,where it will create divine customcreations upon request.

MANRICO CASHMERE

Manrico Cashmere 9497 Santa Monica Boulevard/Rodeo Drive

(310/860 9866)

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On the covers:MARNI - coat, Barney's NY; KATY RODRIGUES - chiffon top and printed skirt, www.katyrodrigues.com; KOOLABURRA - laceup booties, www.koolaburra.com; (on front cover) SOLANGE-AZAGURY PARTRIDGE on Rodeo Drive - Rainbow Earrings, priceupon request; (on back cover) SOLANGE-AZAGURY PARTRIDGE on Rodeo Drive - Mercury-hairband with diamonds, LonestarEarrings Baby-White Gold, Diamond HotLips ring, PoisonBombe white diamond ring, all price upon request.

Rodeo Drive rocked out earlier this week when the global denimgiant, G-Star opened its third, and most prestigious store in L.A.The evening’s lineup was an eclectic mix of fashion, performance,music, art and film. The company likes to collaborate with like-minded, creative artists and Tuesday night’s fanfare didn’t disappointwith Mark Ronson (voted “best dressed man in England’s GQ maga-zine) spinning the sounds and renowned photographer AntonCorbijn (who has shot several campaigns for G-Star) in attendance.

Since its creation in 1989 – G-Star has always been singularlyfocused on “just the product.” A philosophy that has led to the cre-

ation of a collection of luxury denim ready for the streets, fusingtogether superior craftsmanship and street edge emotion. Throughits perfection of washes and treatments, G-Star has promoted theinherent beauty of denim that show off the fabric’s unique charac-teristics and qualities, from raw, untreated denim to the deepestindigo hue, extreme bleach and everything in between.

G-Star will always remain focused on denim, but it also has anappreciation for complimentary textures and styles that “frame thelook" in a new and exciting light. The Correct Line Collectionstrikes a balance between their raw, street edge style and tailored

sophistication to create a wardrobe that emphasizes proportion,craftsmanship and detailing. The result is an all-day, all occasioncollection that features jackets, pants, shirts, knits, skirts and dresses;all with luxurious fabrics and amazing detailing.

Recognizing the necessity to reduce the use of conventional cot-ton, G-Star opts for the organic option, helping to contribute to amore sustainable future with compromising quality, comfort or style.

On opening night, the company introduced its traveling Raw ArtSeries to show deconstructed and altered denim as a series of col-

lectable art objects. Many of G-Stars denim installations have beenlaunched at various notable events including New York FashionWeek and Tokyo Design Week.

After more than 20 years in the business of denim, G-Star contin-ues to push the boundaries; forever evolving its core collectionwhile challenging its designers to investigate new materials, stylesand cuts, but all the while remaining focused on “just the product”.

G-Star is at 421 North Rodeo Dr., Beverly Hills

G-STAR ON RODEO

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MERRY & BRIGHTMERRY & BRIGHTBY JOANNE GALEY

Stylist Assistant:Lara BaumgartenModels:Anastassija M. and MargauxBrooke of Elite ModelsMake up:Alexis Ellen using MACCosmeticsHair Stylist:Randi Petersen withArtistsbyTimothyPriano.com

Manicurist: Beth Fricke for O.P.I atArtistsbyTimothyPriano.comCamera/Lighting Assistant:Daniel KintzDigital Tech:Douglas MarklandIntern:Natasha Barriger

Fashion Stylist:KKeellvviinn SSeeaahh ooff AAiimm AArrttiissttss

Fashion Director:

Tawny SandersPhotos by:

Tracey Morristraceymorris.com

Looking to add a little of sparkle to your holidays? At this time of year, it’s not only the window dressing fantasies of Neiman Marcus, Saks andCartier that are “decked for the holidays;” it’s the entire City of Beverly Hills. Considered the most fabled shopping district in America; world famousRodeo Drive has been transformed into a magical twinkling jewelry box by way of a spectacular display of Swarovski crystal sculpture illuminatingthe Drive. A day on Rodeo Drive during the holiday season is truly an event. Ladies are lunching, girlfriends are shopping, men are browsing andchildren are wide-eyed with all the glitter and glamour of a sparkling Beverly Hills Christmas.

Saunter off the main boulevard and onto Two Rodeo, the city’s newest addition that seems to come into its own during the holiday season. Theshort, curvy cobbled streetscape is punctuated with whimsical tulle and tinsel spheres and a neck-craning Christmas tree that groans under an abun-dance of silver and amethyst shimmer. The magnificent Beverly Wilshire Hotel sits majestically like a jewel-encrusted bookend at the Drive’s south-ern boundary.

Considered to be the Holy Grail of world-class shopping, with luxury fashion houses such as Fendi, Lanvin, Chanel, Gucci, MiuMiu and Prada, itisn’t hard to see why gleeful tourists and locals alike flock to this trend-setting designer mecca. The Luxe (Rodeo’s only hotel) offers a brief respitefrom a hard day’s shopping at their outdoor sidewalk café, while enjoying some of the best people watching (and star gazing) on the planet.

So, what to wear when checking your list and cruising Beverly Hills? Street style on Rodeo Drive is no longer easily classified. Back in the day,Dynasty dames in designer denim and comic padded shoulder pads intermingled alongside the rocker-esque interpretations and “industry unsuits”with their deconstructed jackets and five o’clock shadows. These days, literally anything goes. From the Angelino uniform of skinny jeans, teeter/tot-ter heels and designer handbags to ultra glammed up ensembles still warm from the Parisian runways, and everything in between – the look is per-sonal, individualized and as diverse as the Los Angeles region itself.

Friday nights in Decembermark a magical kick-off tothe weekend. From 5 - 8 pmsnow and sparkle effects arefloating and fluttering at TwoRodeo Drive and BeverlyCanon Gardens. All thatsparkle and shimmer fills thenight sky over the GoldenTriangle as shoppers all overtown experience traditionalholiday classics, the likes ofhorse and carriage rides,Dickens style carolers andstreet performers, and ofcourse, Santa atop his crys-tal-encrusted throne.Restaurants are amping upthe “happy” in their happyhours and stores and bou-tiques are staying open later,so you'll have plenty of timeto meander, dine, imbibeand of course, shop whileenjoying a healthy dose ofjolly holiday cheer along theway.

“Tis The Season” – makeyours’ Merry and Bright!

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Relaxing at Luxe HotelFrom left to right:

Margaux wears: NINA RICCI -dress, Barney's NY; GIUSEPPE

ZANOTTI on Brighton Way -suede cut-out ankle boots, purse

and cuff.Anna wears: GIVENCHY - silk-

crepe and feather dress, NeimanMarcus, Beverly Hills;

GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI on BrightonWay - crystal with 'ultra-skinny

heel' pumps; JIMMY CHOO on Rodeo Drive -

'Cassie' clutch

Opposite page:PRABAL GURUNG - sliver

leather dress and white fur coat,Barney's NY;

JIMMY CHOO on Rodeo Drive,"Laura" clutch (not shown),

GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI on BrightonWay - suede platform pumps; H. STERN - multi-colored sap-

phire and diamond earrings andpink sapphire ring,

Gearys Beverly Hills.Photo shot at Two Rodeo

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GIAMBATTISTA VALLI - wool and metallic vest and wool slim pants, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills;KOOLABURRA - boots, www.koolaburra.com; H. STERN - drop earrings made of multi-color sapphires and

diamonds, Gearys, Beverly Hills.

Opposite Page: FENDI on Rodeo Drive - sequin and metallic pleated dress, gold perforated 'Chameleon'platform shoes, gold 'Baguette' purse, 'Chameleon' necklace

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LANVIN at Two Rodeo and Malibu - lace dress, flowercrystal belt, flower crystal ring; GUISEPPE ZANOTTI on Brighton Way - suede cut-outankle boots

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FENDI on Rodeo Drive - wool and leather panel dress, 'Anna' handbag, multi-color 'Chameleon' platformshoes, 'Chameleon' cuff; H. STERN - quartz and gold earrings, Gearys, Beverly Hills

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LANVIN on Rodeo Drive and Malibu - silk blouse, metallic pants, clasp belt, multi-color stone necklace, ring,and black suede clutch; JIMMY CHOO on Rodeo Drive - 'Bishop' metallic pumps

Opposite page: DOLCE AND GABBANA - silver sequin dress, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills; J. MENDEL - fur shrug, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills; H. STERN - multi-colored sapphires and diamond'Chandelier' earrings, Gearys Beverly Hills; KOOLABURRA - booties, (not shown) www.koolabura.com

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