Out and About: The Launch of WOW on Sunset Blvd.

Spotting Alaskan Moose....and more, with Nick!Nick Verreos and former Miss Oregon USA 2004 and "Apprentice" contestant Jennifer Murphy at the launch of WOW, M Aesthetics Spa, Beverly Hills

Recently I was invited to the launch of WOW--the Women Online Worldwide--a organization whose mission is to empower women through seminars, an online forum, products and resources. The gorgeous Jennifer Murphy, who created Go Girl Worldwide was the host of the party. Jennifer was also a former Miss Oregon USA and a top ten finalist at the Miss USA '04 pageant. She was also on The Apprentice. The event was held at the discreet M Aesthetics Spa on Sunset Blvd. As a designer, red carpet expert--and BIG TIME supporter of women and their empowerment--of course, I decided to make the trek all the way from my Downtown LA studio to Beverly Hills.Miss Alaska Teen USA, Zlata Sushchik, Levi Johnston, and former Miss Alaska USA '08, Courtney Carroll

Outside on the red carpet, I was stopped by TMZ (lovely!) and spotted Levi Johnston, Sarah Palin's not-so-much-son-in-law (of all people) . He was cute, but shorter and smaller than I thought he would be. Somehow I was imagining a big ol' high school wrestler-type, especially from Moose-eatin' Alaska!Miss Alaska USA '08 Courtney Carroll, Nick Verreos and friend, WOW Launch Party, M Aesthetics Spa, Beverly Hills

Speaking of Alaska, once inside the Spa I ran into former Miss Alaska USA 2008 Courtney Carroll, whose gown I designed for last year's Miss USA 2008 Pageant. Courtney Carroll, Miss Alaska USA 2008 in a NIKOLAKI custom gown at the Miss USA 2008 Pageant (she won "Miss Photogenic")

She was there with the current Miss Alaska Teen USA, Zlata Sushchik (looks like Alaska IS really close to Russia!), who is in town getting ready--and shopping--for the Miss Teen USA pageant which will be held in the Bahamas at the Atlantis Resort.

Wedge + Clog ! MINE is Clog + Heel!

pic. courtesy from WhoWhatWhere website.

I came across this Max Mara clog heels. I can't help myself buying it.


Now I am very excited.....why? Cause' it is extraordinary. I love the golden studded along the leather and since I don't like wedge too much, this stiletto is perfect for me.


So, did you see the bottom picture to the right? Kate Olsen!!? or Dree Hemingway's looks might work w/ Max Mara clog heels. ( Whose pic. is the very first one w/ fuchsia vest) Normally I am not a copy cat, but this time, I will see if I have something similar like what she wears w/. Yes, that will be a good start to tackle this pair of heels.

Nick Verreos attends Life Out Loud 4

Dustin Lance Black, Donna Mills...and Bruno?Knots Landing Heaven: Actress Donna Mills, her GORGEOUS 14 year old daughter Chloe, and Nick Verreos; Life Out Loud Event

Over the weekend, as part of the Los Angeles Gay Pride celebrations, I was invited to attend a great and very important event: The Fourth Annual Life Out Loud. The night before, at a GLAAD event (naturally), I had met Michael Ferrera, Co-founder and Executive Director of Lifeworks-- an amazing organization that helps gay youth learn to be open and comfortable with themselves through mentoring and various activities-- and he extended an invitation to his Life Out Loud Gala.
The Man of The Hour: Academy Award Winning Writer for "Milk", Dustin Lance Black, Life Out Loud 4 Event

This year's event was to honor Oscar-winning writer of "Milk", Dustin Lance Black.
Of course, I obliged. Along with my friends, Colin Murphy and his partner John Fortier, I headed to the Sunset Gower Studios in the heart of Hollywood, the location of this year's event.
As I made my way through the entrance and red carpet, I was interviewed by various media. One reporter asked me about my thoughts on the Sacha Baron Cohen "Bruno" controversy and if this will hurt the LGBT community and if people will get the humor or will the movie be adding flame to hidden anti-gay feelings in our society. Of course, I "get it" and I feel that Cohen is actually trying to expose the ignorance and homophobia people have. But I'm not so sure how many movie-going audiences will.Nick Verreos with Lifeworks Co-Founder and Executive Director, Michael Ferrera

After finally making it inside, the Sunset Gower Studio parking lot was unrecognizable. It was transformed into a tented and very festive cocktail party, with sofas, tables, bars, and lots of waiters walking around with delicious hors d'oeuvres like sundried tomato wrap cheese quesadillas (yum!). Of course, the highlight was when the very cute (and talented) Dustin Lance Black, gave his speech for accepting his Award. You could hear a Prada Wallet drop!Cute Couple: My "dates", Colin Murphy and APA agent, John Fortier

The party was very "Gay A-List" (as I like to call it)--from the President of Entertainment of MTV Networks' Music and Logo group, Brian Graden (an Honorary Chair of the event), to various "Hollywood Power Players" such as actors, producers, directors, sports icons to even little old fashion designers, like me! Nick Verreos poses with actress Amy Hill and her darling daughter, Penelope

I spotted Olympic Gold Medalist Greg (and fellow Greek) Louganis, actor Peter Paige and actress and comedian Amy Hill--who was there with her daughter Penelope (you may recall the last time I saw them was at the No H8 Campaign March). At one point, my friends even spotted actress Donna Mills, famous for her role in Knots Landing (if you don't remember the show, you are WAY TOO YOUNG!). I went over to introduce myself, and I was surprised that she knew who I was. Her almost 6 foot tall daughter Chloe was just beautiful! So, of course, the designer in me, told her immediately that she should be a model. Nick and The Gang: Dancer Kevin Stea, Nick Verreos, Transgender DIVA Calpernia Addams and Jamison Hebert

I was also happy to see Transgender DIVA Miss Calpernia Addams (sporting a cropped 'do), and dancer( and cutie) EXTRAORDINAIRE, Kevin Stea. I was glad to have been at such a fun party, and especially to bring attention to such a worthwhile organization like Lifeworks.

Watch Video Below for my thoughts on the "Bruno" controversy:

Upcoming Tresemme 24 Hour Body Review...

Hi everyone! I had forgotten to mention that I was one of the winners of ♥lipgloss86 's Tresemme contest. The prize was a chance to test the new range from Tresemme called 24 Hour Body...for free (I love freebies...but then, who doesn't?!). These products look right up my street coz I have fine hair that needs a bit of oomph!

I received the products at work today, which brightened up an otherwise boring day...yah!I love getting packages!I was sent a Finishing Spray, Root Boosting Spray and Amplifying Mousse. I can't wait to test them out now! I will use the root spray and finishing spray tomorrow, then the mousse on Thursday and then I will post a review of what I think of the products before I go on holiday. I am really hoping they are good products as Tresemme is always reasonably priced and easy to get hold of. I'm loving the slinky/curvy packaging...let's see if they can boost my hair a bit...