The kids are in school. The weather has taken a turn towards the cooler end of the spectrum. Ads for sweaters are running on television, and the sports addicts amongst us are getting that football-induced crazy look in their eye. It must be fall! Whether your style is bohemian beauty or classic couture, fall is what you make of it. Embrace the texture and color of the season with Santa Clarita's best boutique offering.
Virgo's charm and dignity pairs well with classic couture looks, although this smart and savvy sign knows to shop only for pricey pieces that have staying power. Mr. Prim and Proper shouldn't mind dropping a pretty penny for Theory's midnight-shaded blazer; the cut is as classic as a Jimmy Stewart movie and its versatile styling will appeal to both your wardrobe and your pocketbook.
Canyon Country resident Cathy Scott, a respiratory therapist at Northridge Hospital, leaves for work at 4:30 in the morning and sometimes arrives home as late as 8:30 at night. This mother and wife confessed that she never made time for herself, "I never have been pampered - this was my first experience with manicures, facials, everything!" And did she enjoy the experience?
Accessories and More take the "Bored" Out of "Boardroom" Just because work can be boring doesn't mean your wardrobe has to be. Spice up the boardroom, the courtroom, the corner office or even the crammed cubicle with eye-catching colors, textures and fabrics.
Check out the latest in-chic styles with our dazzling models. Makeup and fashion brought to you by Prima Donna, Sona Collections, J. David's Custom Clothiers, Just Us Girls, The Men's Room, Fifty-Six, Dress'r Drawers and Impressions.
Grab a pen and start shopping. The ideal gift for everyone on your list is in Santa Clarita. Her Style: Life is hard. Forget utilitarian gifts and treat her to treasures she'll show off all year. Make Him Happy: Ditch the cologne. This year, remind him how fun life can be. Kidding Around: These kid-specific gifts will inspire hugs and kisses, even for scary Aunt Dolores. For the Homebody: You know the type - they rejoice in high thread counts and paint swatches. Light their hearth with these thoughtful gifts. For Everyone Else: Bosses, neighbors, clients, the mailman, the dog... They deserve presents, too!
Need inspiration for your perfect party look? Get motivated with these gorgeous festive looks, all available from artists in the SCV.
In the midst of a So Cal summer, what could perk you up better than a restorative boost to your entire appearance? This time hair and makeup are just the finishing touches to make mother of three, Janina Sager feel like a million bucks again. We rounded up a talented team of experts from Esthetica Medspa Medical Group, Ageless Skin and Body, Glenn Creative and Dress'r Drawers to assist us with giving Janina a superb new look, and they definitely arrived armed and ready to attack!
Mark Gould, proud dad of Malaney (5) and Maxton (2), is a freelance director with a master's degree from Cal Arts. While there's no doubt that Mark is a great dad/husband/director, his sense of fashion has been called into question on more than one occasion. Between work and family, Mark finds little time to get (and stay) groomed, so Inside SCV thought we'd help him out a bit. With assistance from Citron Spa and Spa Villa Salon, we turned a scruffy dad into a father a kid wouldn't mind taking to a bake sale.
Yes, we know you like your Coach bag - so do the other 10,000 SCV women that carry the same one. This spring, break away from the confines of department store couture and embrace the boutique bag. Isn't individualism gorgeous?
Ballets, blockbuster movies, and (of course) plays have all been inspired by one of Shakespeare's most popular works, but a fashion show? This may have been a first...
The humans in Shakespeare's well-known mystical romp, "A Midsummer Night's Dream," encounter fairies and frolic with magical characters. Wow - add a catwalk and that's not much different than what the Soroptimists delivered at their annual production.
Christine Harper of Canyon Country is a mother of two who doesn't have a whole lot of time to spend getting glamorous, so we decided to give her a look that was simple to maintain and could be easily dressed-up or dressed-down depending on the circumstances. What resulted was a look that can be created every day.
Valentine's Day is less than a month away. Do you have a game plan that will please both you and your partner? I didn't think so, and that's why I've created one for you. Who loves you, Baby?
Whether you've been invited to a cocktail party or a weekend in Mammoth, making a gesture of gratitude by toting along a host or hostess gift is a smart move. Your nod to the more refined manners of generations past will not go unnoticed. Here's a sprinkling of SCV's best selections, and a few tips to help you out even more (we're really feeling quite generous).
When the party season kicks off in November, calendars fill with one decadent fete after another. Of course, no event is complete without a dress worthy of the celebration. Whether you're sipping champagne at a museum gala or igniting some holiday cheer with a circle of friends beside a flickering fire, you'll look every part the belle of the ball wearing Sue Wong or Tadashi. With prices ranging from $200 to $350, these pieces are both dazzling and affordable. These designs and more available at CoKo par la Femme (254-2656).
Ok, so you do have a little over two months to get your perfectly packaged presents underneath the tree, but don't think that we're jumping the gun by getting you started now. Featured here is a hearty sampling of this year's must-have gifts; don't fool yourself into thinking that these much-coveted items will still be readily available during your Christmas Eve dash. Pick them up now and pat yourself on the back come December - you'll be done with your shopping before the frenzy begins!