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New Years Eve
Liz of Late Afternoon's NYE plans involve a bash with plenty of confetti and a smooch for her handsome fiancé at midnight. So, what does a party gal on a romantic streak wear for the biggest night of the year? An eye-catching beaded blouse, pretty-patterned kicks, and a knockout clutch, of course! Just make sure that sack's got enough space for your matching crimson lippy. Now, who's ready to paint the town red?
From Left, Clockwise: Givenchy Rouge Interdit Satin Lipstick in Lively Red, $30, available at Sephora; Topshop High Neck Lace Crystal Top, $60, available at Topshop; Nine West Heartache Black Fabric Print, $53.01, available at 6PM; ChicNova Red Midi Skirt With Concealed Zip, $99, available at ChicNova; Clare Vivier Foldover Clutch, $156, available at Clare Vivier.
Photo: Courtesy of Late Afternoon
From Left, Clockwise: Givenchy Rouge Interdit Satin Lipstick in Lively Red, $30, available at Sephora; Topshop High Neck Lace Crystal Top, $60, available at Topshop; Nine West Heartache Black Fabric Print, $53.01, available at 6PM; ChicNova Red Midi Skirt With Concealed Zip, $99, available at ChicNova; Clare Vivier Foldover Clutch, $156, available at Clare Vivier.
Photo: Courtesy of Late Afternoon
Samantha of Could I Have That? has a lot to look forward to in 2013: a wedding, big things for her blog, and a bit of traveling. If you're a busy bee like this Angeleno, why not incorporate some everyday duds into your look on December 31? Give that slouchy leather jacket the sex appeal it deserves in a tiny metallic mini and black stilettos. Big waves and a chic chapeau will give you a posh head start on the New Year.
From Left, Clockwise: Rick Owens Blister Leather Biker Jacket, $2,441, available at Net-A-Porter; Pendleton Indy Hat, $62, available at Need Supply Co.; Bumble and Bumble Curl Conscious Defining Creme, $28, available at Sephora; J. Crew Tissue Long-Sleeve Tee, $32.50, available at J. Crew; Alice + Olivia Yolanda Brocade Mini Skirt, $293, available at MyTheresa; Lanvin Suede Pump in Black, $795, available at Forward by Elyse Walker.
Photo: Courtesy of Could I Have That?
From Left, Clockwise: Rick Owens Blister Leather Biker Jacket, $2,441, available at Net-A-Porter; Pendleton Indy Hat, $62, available at Need Supply Co.; Bumble and Bumble Curl Conscious Defining Creme, $28, available at Sephora; J. Crew Tissue Long-Sleeve Tee, $32.50, available at J. Crew; Alice + Olivia Yolanda Brocade Mini Skirt, $293, available at MyTheresa; Lanvin Suede Pump in Black, $795, available at Forward by Elyse Walker.
Photo: Courtesy of Could I Have That?
If you're the type to avoid sparkle at all costs on NYE, we suggest you take a cue from Julie of Sincerely, Jules. The combo of badass biker jacket and cutout booties adds just the right amount of toughness to your asymmetrical skirt and oversized sweater. Just don't skip on the shades — you'll need 'em to protect those peepers from all the iPhone flashes directed at your ensemble.
From Left, Clockwise: Karen Walker Anytime Sunglasses, $280, available at TenOverSix; AllSaints Chase Biker Jacket, $550, available at AllSaints; McQ Alexander McQueen Razor Blade-Print Fine-Woven Scarf, $235, available at Net-A-Porter; Reiss Neela Black Mini Wrap Skirt, $51, available at Reiss; Senso Quimat Shoes, $258, available at Need Supply Co.; Mango Lurex Oversized Sweater, $59.99, available at Mango.
Photo: Courtesy of Sincerely, Jules
From Left, Clockwise: Karen Walker Anytime Sunglasses, $280, available at TenOverSix; AllSaints Chase Biker Jacket, $550, available at AllSaints; McQ Alexander McQueen Razor Blade-Print Fine-Woven Scarf, $235, available at Net-A-Porter; Reiss Neela Black Mini Wrap Skirt, $51, available at Reiss; Senso Quimat Shoes, $258, available at Need Supply Co.; Mango Lurex Oversized Sweater, $59.99, available at Mango.
Photo: Courtesy of Sincerely, Jules
Noah Wunsch
"Read a book a week, sleep with the lights off, and get my mom (founder of velojoy.com) a profile on Refinery29."
Photo: Courtesy of Noah Wunsch
"Read a book a week, sleep with the lights off, and get my mom (founder of velojoy.com) a profile on Refinery29."
Photo: Courtesy of Noah Wunsch
Ferebee Taube
"My resolution for 2013 is to grow Feyt to the next level, while at the same time finding more one-on-one time with each of the four men in my life...my three little boys and my husband!"
Photographed by Bek Andersen
"My resolution for 2013 is to grow Feyt to the next level, while at the same time finding more one-on-one time with each of the four men in my life...my three little boys and my husband!"
Photographed by Bek Andersen
WiSC Serves Up Black Eyed Peas On NYE
Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing (WiSC) is busting out some bahh-llistically delicious Southern fare at its Abbot Kinney restaurant. Every table will receive complimentary black eyed peas alongside a $75 four-course prix-fixe menu (highlights include Kumamoto Oysters, Shrimp ‘n Grits, Halibut with Maine Lobster Hash, and lots more). Fergie Ferg might not be present, but a DJ will be spinning to make the night a winner.
WiSC, 1031 Abbot Kinney Blvd (at North Venice Boulevard) ; 310-392-2495.
Photo: Courtesy of JS2 Communications
Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing (WiSC) is busting out some bahh-llistically delicious Southern fare at its Abbot Kinney restaurant. Every table will receive complimentary black eyed peas alongside a $75 four-course prix-fixe menu (highlights include Kumamoto Oysters, Shrimp ‘n Grits, Halibut with Maine Lobster Hash, and lots more). Fergie Ferg might not be present, but a DJ will be spinning to make the night a winner.
WiSC, 1031 Abbot Kinney Blvd (at North Venice Boulevard) ; 310-392-2495.
Photo: Courtesy of JS2 Communications
STK House
Equal parts swanky lounge and steakhouse, STK is going big on the 31st by decking out the place in gold, black, and sparkles — plus, plenty of super-sized Moët bottles will be popping. The $130 prix-fixe menu includes signature items like Chestnut Ravioli with brown butter and S’mores with housemade marshmallows. You might say it's really earning its steak strips — err, stripes!
STK, 755 North La Cienega Boulevard (at Waring Avenue); 310-659-3535.
Photo: Courtesy of Alison Brod
Equal parts swanky lounge and steakhouse, STK is going big on the 31st by decking out the place in gold, black, and sparkles — plus, plenty of super-sized Moët bottles will be popping. The $130 prix-fixe menu includes signature items like Chestnut Ravioli with brown butter and S’mores with housemade marshmallows. You might say it's really earning its steak strips — err, stripes!
STK, 755 North La Cienega Boulevard (at Waring Avenue); 310-659-3535.
Photo: Courtesy of Alison Brod
Midnight Masquerade at Cecconi's
Cecconi’s is pulling out all the corks with its Midnight Masquerade. The night starts off at the gorg Italian hot spot with an indulgent four-course prix-fixe menu available at two seatings throughout the evening. Then, the celeb-adored joint will break out the black-tie fancy-pants attire with a champagne toast and DJ.
Cecconi's West Hollywood, 8764 Melrose Avenue (at North Robertson Boulevard); 310-432-2000.
Photo: Courtesy of JS2 Communications
Cecconi’s is pulling out all the corks with its Midnight Masquerade. The night starts off at the gorg Italian hot spot with an indulgent four-course prix-fixe menu available at two seatings throughout the evening. Then, the celeb-adored joint will break out the black-tie fancy-pants attire with a champagne toast and DJ.
Cecconi's West Hollywood, 8764 Melrose Avenue (at North Robertson Boulevard); 310-432-2000.
Photo: Courtesy of JS2 Communications
Spanish Masquerade at The Bazaar by José Andrés
As if the decor wasn't delightful enough, the quirky restaurant at the SLS Hotel is hosting a masquerade complete with tray-passed tapas, unlimited celebratory cocktails, and live entertainment. We can't wait to sip on a whimsical Liquid Nitrogen Caipirinha and finish of the entire night of noshing with desserts in The Patisserie. Of course, there will be plenty of dancing along with a special guest DJ to help you usher in 2013 on a most memorable note!
SLS Hotel Beverly Hills, 465 La Cienega Boulevard (near South San Vicente Boulevard); 310-247-0400.
Photo: Courtesy of SLS Hotel Beverly Hills
As if the decor wasn't delightful enough, the quirky restaurant at the SLS Hotel is hosting a masquerade complete with tray-passed tapas, unlimited celebratory cocktails, and live entertainment. We can't wait to sip on a whimsical Liquid Nitrogen Caipirinha and finish of the entire night of noshing with desserts in The Patisserie. Of course, there will be plenty of dancing along with a special guest DJ to help you usher in 2013 on a most memorable note!
SLS Hotel Beverly Hills, 465 La Cienega Boulevard (near South San Vicente Boulevard); 310-247-0400.
Photo: Courtesy of SLS Hotel Beverly Hills
The Parish
Head to this DTLA English gastropub-inspired restaurant for dinner or just for libations (this place has a killer repertoire of specialty cocktails and over 20 local beers on tap). And, the celebration continues with a New Year’s party from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. — presale tickets ($30) include one drink token, tasty appetizers, a midnight toast, and guaranteed entry. Reservations can be made via email.
The Parish, 844 South Spring Street (at 8th Street); 213-225-2400.
Photo: Courtesy of Wagstaff Worldwide
Head to this DTLA English gastropub-inspired restaurant for dinner or just for libations (this place has a killer repertoire of specialty cocktails and over 20 local beers on tap). And, the celebration continues with a New Year’s party from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. — presale tickets ($30) include one drink token, tasty appetizers, a midnight toast, and guaranteed entry. Reservations can be made via email.
The Parish, 844 South Spring Street (at 8th Street); 213-225-2400.
Photo: Courtesy of Wagstaff Worldwide
Public Kitchen & Bar
Dress up in your finest and head to the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel to enjoy a six-course prix-fixe menu of eclectic American fare. But, that's just part one! If you dare, the second part of the night involves staying under the same roof and heading to the Saints & Sinners party where tickets are $200 per person. The first seating is at 6 p.m ($170 per person) and the second is at 9 p.m. — for reservations, call 323-769-8888.
Public Kitchen & Bar, 7000 Hollywood Boulevard; 323-466-7000.
Photo: Courtesy of Wagstaff Worldwide
Dress up in your finest and head to the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel to enjoy a six-course prix-fixe menu of eclectic American fare. But, that's just part one! If you dare, the second part of the night involves staying under the same roof and heading to the Saints & Sinners party where tickets are $200 per person. The first seating is at 6 p.m ($170 per person) and the second is at 9 p.m. — for reservations, call 323-769-8888.
Public Kitchen & Bar, 7000 Hollywood Boulevard; 323-466-7000.
Photo: Courtesy of Wagstaff Worldwide
Duplex on Third
Don your best cocktail attire and welcome in the New Year at this cozy mid-city spot. With fireplaces and comfy chairs aplenty, enjoy some hors d'ouevres, a just-for-NYE cocktail, champagne, and maybe a little dancing action if you feel so inclined — all for just $40 per person.
Duplex, 8722 West Third Street (at South George Burns Road); 310-276-6223.
Photo: Courtesy of Kip Morrison
Don your best cocktail attire and welcome in the New Year at this cozy mid-city spot. With fireplaces and comfy chairs aplenty, enjoy some hors d'ouevres, a just-for-NYE cocktail, champagne, and maybe a little dancing action if you feel so inclined — all for just $40 per person.
Duplex, 8722 West Third Street (at South George Burns Road); 310-276-6223.
Photo: Courtesy of Kip Morrison
Patina
We can't think of a better place to dine and ring in 2013 than a resto that's located within the Walt Disney Concert Hall. The varying prix-fixe menu options of decadent French food help, but what really sweetens the deal is the jazz trio that will be performing until the ball drops. With a three-course menu for $80, four courses for $100, and seven courses for $160, it's the perfect spot for a romantic Eve with your beau.
Patina, 141 South Grand Street (at 1st Street); 213-972-3331.
Photo: Courtesy of Wagstaff Worldwide
We can't think of a better place to dine and ring in 2013 than a resto that's located within the Walt Disney Concert Hall. The varying prix-fixe menu options of decadent French food help, but what really sweetens the deal is the jazz trio that will be performing until the ball drops. With a three-course menu for $80, four courses for $100, and seven courses for $160, it's the perfect spot for a romantic Eve with your beau.
Patina, 141 South Grand Street (at 1st Street); 213-972-3331.
Photo: Courtesy of Wagstaff Worldwide
Lucien Dossier Experience
A Lucien Dossier party never disappoints, so when we got wind that the crew was throwing a NYE bash to end all NYE bashes, our radar went berserk. Held at its super spacious DTLA warehouse, prepare to be wowed by the unbelievable performances, can't-stop-won't-stop dance music, and the craziest face and body paint you've ever seen. The tickets are $250 a pop, which includes an open bar all night. Doors open at 9:30 p.m. and the party will be bumping 'til 4 a.m.
The Lighthouse, 725 Ceres Avenue (at East 7th Street); no phone.
Photo: Courtesy of Lucien Dossier
A Lucien Dossier party never disappoints, so when we got wind that the crew was throwing a NYE bash to end all NYE bashes, our radar went berserk. Held at its super spacious DTLA warehouse, prepare to be wowed by the unbelievable performances, can't-stop-won't-stop dance music, and the craziest face and body paint you've ever seen. The tickets are $250 a pop, which includes an open bar all night. Doors open at 9:30 p.m. and the party will be bumping 'til 4 a.m.
The Lighthouse, 725 Ceres Avenue (at East 7th Street); no phone.
Photo: Courtesy of Lucien Dossier
Skin-Tight Mini Dresses — When you look at it in the cold light of day, you can hear your mother's appalled voice in your head. But underneath a long skirt, a bodycon dress can become a flattering and demure way to pull together a classroom-friendly outfit.
Free People Medallion Lace Dress, $88, available at Free People; J.Crew Wool Flair Skirt, $49.99, available at J. Crew.
Free People Medallion Lace Dress, $88, available at Free People; J.Crew Wool Flair Skirt, $49.99, available at J. Crew.
Huge Earrings — They looked great in the glow of the fireworks, and they'll shine just as brightly in the sun as the centerpiece of a quieter outfit. Pair them with a thick sweater (we die for a good turtleneck, too) and dark jeans.
Miss Selfridge Salt And Pepper Sweater, $41.60, available at Miss Selfridge; H&M Earrings, $6.15, available in-store at H&M.
Miss Selfridge Salt And Pepper Sweater, $41.60, available at Miss Selfridge; H&M Earrings, $6.15, available in-store at H&M.
"My most important goal is to take good care of myself in 2012. That means daily runs (or at least walks) and eating — or drinking! — lots of healthy green things."
Athleta Intrepid Tank, $39, available at Athleta, 3229 M Street NW; 202-471-4268; Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie, available at Whole Foods Market stores.
Photos: Via Athleta and Bolthouse Farms
Athleta Intrepid Tank, $39, available at Athleta, 3229 M Street NW; 202-471-4268; Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie, available at Whole Foods Market stores.
Photos: Via Athleta and Bolthouse Farms
"The D.C. restaurant scene changes on the daily, and there are tons of new places I need to check out. Fiola is at the top of my list right now."
Fiola, 601 Pennsylvania Ave NW; 202-628-2888.
Photo: Via Fiola/Daniel Swartz
Fiola, 601 Pennsylvania Ave NW; 202-628-2888.
Photo: Via Fiola/Daniel Swartz
"I love doing creative projects in my free time, but my workspace is seriously disorganized. I'm scouting for a super-cool old filing cabinet to keep all my jewelry findings, sewing supplies, and other odds and ends in order."
Vintage metal drugstore file cabinet, $560, available at Urge Studio.
Photo: Via Urge Studio
Vintage metal drugstore file cabinet, $560, available at Urge Studio.
Photo: Via Urge Studio
"How cool is this sweater from Wool and The Gang? I've wanted to learn how to knit for ages, and being able to make something like this is just enough motivation to get me started."
Wool and The Gang Sexy Back Sweater Kit, $99, available at Wool and the Gang.
Photo: Via Wool and The Gang
Wool and The Gang Sexy Back Sweater Kit, $99, available at Wool and the Gang.
Photo: Via Wool and The Gang
200 Cigarettes (1999): On New Year's Eve 1981, sad sack hottie Paul Rudd (bedecked with incredible sideburns) hangs out with his platonic pal Courtney Love. Both struggle to cope with their attraction and demonstrate what happens when good pals just decide to throw caution to the wind.
Photo: Courtesy of 200 Cigarettes
Photo: Courtesy of 200 Cigarettes
The Apartment (1960): This adorable Billy Wilder movie forces poor Jack Lemmon to host his lecherous bosses at his apartment. He finds himself falling for one of the mistresses, Shirley MacLaine. After the countdown, Shirley realizes the value of true love is, rushes to his side, shuffles their beloved deck of cards and delivers the now-classic kicker, "Shut up and deal."
Photo: Courtesy of The Apartment
Photo: Courtesy of The Apartment
While You Were Sleeping (1995): Okay, this is a total cheat because there wasn't an actual kiss that happened on NYE, but the palpable tension between Sandra Bullock and Bill Pullman made this rom-com a permanent edition to our girly movie collection. See, they both really like each other but can't do anything about because he thinks she's engaged and she refuses to bust up his family. So instead, he "leans" for an almost-kiss, if you will. And then later, Sandy leans (dreamily against the door, not him) and wistfully sighs, "Happy New Year..." *Tears!*
Photo: Courtesy of While You Were Sleeping
Photo: Courtesy of While You Were Sleeping
Strange Days (1995): Remember Strange Days? This cult classic features a down-and-out Ralph Fiennes and a simply kick-ass Angela Basset (and a pre-Oscar Kathryn Bigelow, too). After saving Los Angeles, averting a racial meltdown, and grooving to a cyberpunk soundtrack, these two ring in the New Year with a hot lip-lock in a "futuristic" year 2000.
Photo: Courtesy of Strange Days
Photo: Courtesy of Strange Days
When Harry Met Sally (1989): "I love that you get cold when it's 71 degrees out. I love that it takes you an hour-and-half to order a sandwich. I love that you get a little crinkle above your nose when you're looking at me like I'm nuts. I love that after I spend the day with you, I can still smell your perfume on my clothes. And I love that you are the last person I want to talk to before I go to sleep at night. And it's not because I'm lonely, and it's not because it's New Year's Eve. I came here tonight because when you realize you want to spend the rest of your life with somebody, you want the rest of your life to start as soon as possible." It just never gets old, does it?
Photo: Courtesy of When Harry Met Sally
Photo: Courtesy of When Harry Met Sally
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