California

  • Tote Du Jour

    May 1, 2010  |  2 Comments

    Tote Du Jour

    The latest in Yves Saint Laurent’s repertoire of classic chic handbags, the New Rive Gauche embodies the je ne sais quoi spirit the brand is famous for. YSL white Nappa leather New... Read more

  • Bijoux Box

    May 1, 2010  |  2 Comments

    Bijoux Box

      With fine leather exteriors and ultra-soft lining, jewelry cases make the ultimate statement piece for private travel, weekend jaunts or simply enhancing a dressing table. Here are two of the season’s... Read more

  • Fine Time

    May 1, 2010  |  No Comments

    Fine Time

    Inspired by the West Coast’s fab flora, Van Cleef & Arpels expands its California Rêverie line with the addition of one-of-a-kind watches. The intricate diamond timepieces capture the dreamlike spirit... Read more

  • THE C LIST: 291 Venice

    May 1, 2010  |  No Comments

    THE C LIST: 291 Venice

    Get ready for summer fun with top to-dos from the creative team behind 291, a Venice-cool clothing brand: COFFEEHOUSE Intelligentsia, 310-399-1233. GLASS OF WINE Venice Beach Wines, 310-606-2529. THAI FOOD... Read more

  • Want it, Knead it

    May 1, 2010  |  No Comments

    Want it, Knead it

    Delectable handmade confections are the bread and butter of Knead Bakery in Ojai, where cakes, puffs, tarts and artisanal breads topped with locally grown fruits  are always fresh out of... Read more

  • New Again: The Oakland Museum of California

    May 1, 2010  |  No Comments

    New Again: The Oakland Museum of California

    The highly anticipated reopening of the Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) on May 1st will reveal the yearlong renovation and expansion of its landmark Kevin Roche-designed building. A groundbreaking reinstallation... Read more

  • Valley High

    May 1, 2010  |  No Comments

    Valley High

    With its new Herb Garden addition, Ojai Valley Inn & Spa offers fresh levels of... Read more

  • Case Study

    May 1, 2010  |  No Comments

    Case Study

    Rimowa Salsa Air multiwheel trollies in Inca Gold, Ultra Violet and Aquamarine. Rimowa has had such great success with Salsa Air, the lightest-weight of its polycarbonate collections, that it’s launching... Read more

  • C INSIDER: Mendocino

    May 1, 2010  |  No Comments

    C INSIDER: Mendocino

    “Waking up in 1994 on a warm August morning in Portland, I pointed my ’85 convertible Mustang south with the intention of making it to Napa before sundown,” recalls Kentucky-born... Read more

  • Leading Suit

    May 1, 2010  |  No Comments

    Leading Suit

    Who better than two L.A.-based swimsuit models to design the ultimate bikini? Shimmi’s Alison Renner and Scarlett Chorvat know fit and fabric. KELSEY McKINNON [C Fashion, May... Read more