Thursday, August 21, 2008
Sacramento Weekend Guide: What To Do This Weekend In Sacramento...SUPPORT: Luxe for Life{ Jet Setting Never Felt So Good. }
What: Live the luxe lifestyle at the Luxe for Life Fundraiser--a chic + cosmopolitan event benefiting the Sacramento Children's Home. Walk the red carpet, enjoy champagne and caviar, dine on tastes by the L Wine Bar, Hot Italian, Masons and Cupcake Cravings, and enter to win a new 2008 Mercedes-Benz! $125 per person in advance, $150 at the door, $250 VIP access.
Click here for more info/ticket reservation.
When: Friday, August 22nd; 8pm - Midnight.
Where: Sacramento Executive Jet Center; 6133 Freeport Blvd in Sacramento
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SHOP & SAVE: Lumens Light + Living Anniversay Sale! { Let There Be Lumens! }
What: Don't miss Lumens Biggest Sale/Anniversary Event of the year! Shop all lighting, fans & accessories at up to 40% off list price, all clearance items at up to 70% off list price! *Sale at midtown store location only, not applicable at lumens.com.
When: TODAY through Labor Day. Store Hours: M-F 10-6pm; Sat 10-5pm; Special SALE Hours Sun 10-5pm
Where: 2028 K Street; 21st and K Streets in midtown Sacramento. Call (916) 444.5585 for more info.
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SHOP & SAVE: M.E. Boutique Sale { M.E. Sale 4 YOU!}What: Visit M.E. Boutique for a Neighborhood Appreciation Sale and receive 20% off everything in the entire boutique! Browse great fashion and accessories, including new items from Betsey Johnson, Dolce Vita, Rock 62 tees and jewelry by KKPW Designs!
When: NOW through Labor Day. Boutique Hours: Tue-Fri 11-7pm; Sat 10-7pm; Sun 10-2pm
Where: M.E. Boutique; 3315 Folsom Blvd in East Sacramento
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WIN: California State Fair & Concert Tickets{ Dine On This. }What: SacDine.com is giving away free State Fair & concert tickets! Sharpen up on those writing skills and submit a short paragraph about
your most memorable State Fair experience. Winners will be selected weekly.
When: State Fair running NOW thru Sunday, August 31st
Where: Submit your entry online at SacDine.com.
Cick here for more info.
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CELEBRATE: Hawks Restaurant Anniversary Party { Make Hawk Your Prey. }
What: Join Hawks Restaurant for their One Year Anniversary and enjoy complimentary hor d'eouves, speciality drinks and ice cold Hawk Brau. $25 donation requested; donations to benefit the Foothill Farmer's Market Association. Call (916) 791.6200 for more info.
When: TONIGHT! Thursday, August 21st; starts around 7pm
Where: Hawks Restaurant; 5530 Douglas Blvd; Quarry Pond in Granite Bay. ..................................................................................
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Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Trend Alert: Roper & Rider Boots for Fall!Your UGGS have taken advantage of you for years, but can you blame them? They know that come cooler weather, you'll be forced to drag them back out as you search for something comfortable & easy to pair with your skinny jeans and leggings.
Stand up to your UGGS this fall and tell them that you wan
t to start seeing other boots. It doesn't mean you don't love them, it just means you want to keep your options to date guys like Roper and Rider.
Tap into your inner Cowgirl in a pair of turquoise & red cowboy 'roper' boots (above) by Lucchese 1883 at
Madam Butterfly; 500 Pavilions Lane in the Pavilions. $330
Go Wild Hearts Can't Be Broken in a pair of vintage Frye 'rider' boots. (Frye 'Paige' Tall Riding Boot shown right) Browse a great selection of one-of-a-kind vintage Frye rider/roper boots at
Fringe; 2409 21st Street in Sacramento. $75-150
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Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Sacramento: Fab Finds of the Week!
What we found. What we love. What we're talking about this week...
Seeing Red With Margot.
Looking for something more than those typical over-sized Gucci's or retro Ray Bans? Time to make eyes at 3.1 Phillip Lim's brand new collection of hot eyewear! Just launched for fall, his new line of shades come in bold colors and classic feminine shapes, making them easy to wear and an instant new staple.
Pick up these Parisian reminiscent 3.1 Phillip Lim 'Margot' sunglasses in ruby red at Blush Boutique; 2317 J Street in midtown Sacramento. (also available in classic black) $198
Go Play In The Dirt.
Get dirty and feel good about it! Light up a Dirt Candle and give the Earth a big green hug.
Dirt Candles are GMO-free and made with organic soy wax, essential oils, botanical ingredients, and all-natural cotton wicks. To wrap it up? They come in recycled packaging, printed with soy inks and labels made from corn.
Browse a great selection of Dirt Candles and choose one of your fave scents, like "Fresh Start" or "Best Friends" at Fringe; 2409 21st Street in Sacramento. $24
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Monday, August 18, 2008
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Sacramento Weekend Guide: What To Do This Weekend In Sacramento...
SHOP & SAVE: Dara Denim Sale
{ Denim Goes Great With a Sale.}
What: Shop and save at Sacramento's premier location for everything denim. Hurry in and save up to 50-70% off on jeans, tops and accessories while browsing a great selection of 1/2 off jeans while they last!
When: NOW thru Sunday, August 31st. Boutique Hours: Tue-Sat 11-7 pm Sun 12-5 pm
Where: Dara Denim; 2404 K Street; midtown Sacramento.
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RENT: Bike & Bite
{ Bi-Curious? }
What: Explore Sacramento on two wheels while supporting the best of local restaurants like Zocalo, Ink, L Wine Lounge, Ernesto's & the Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services. $10/ 2 hrs.
When: As long as the sun is shining.
Where: Pick up bike at 1013 12th Street (between J & K Streets)
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DINE: Farmer's Market dinner at Roxy
{ This Little Piggy Goes to Market.}
What: Dine local style with Roxy's Sunday Farmer's Market Dinner every Sunday. Check location for menu details; menu changes weekly.
When: Sunday, August 17th 6 pm.
Where: Roxy Restaurant & Bar; Fair Oaks Blvd; Sacramento.
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SAVE THE DATE: Wine & Dine 'til Nine Fundraiser
{ In Your League. }
What: The Junior League of Sacramento presents the 10th annual Wine & Dine ‘til Nine event in September. Help kick off the 2008-2009 Junior League year while enjoying award-winning wines and gourmet food from local restaurants! Tickets $40 in advance, $45 at the door. Click here for more info.
When: Friday, September 26th; 6-9pm
Where: The Pavilions; Fair Oaks Blvd near Howe Ave
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Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Monday, August 11, 2008
Sacramento: Fab Finds of the Week!What we found. What we love. What we're talking about this week...
Extra! Extra!Stop the A cup presses, Hollywood Extras are here! A coveted celeb fave, these silicone breast enhancers are an easy, reusable and surgery-free way to add a full cup size to your busty (or not so busty) landscape. They're super soft, lightweight and anatomically shaped making them easy to camouflage in almost any bra, bikini or one-piece.
Pick up your Hollywood Extra Silicon Enhancers at
Studio T Boutique; El Dorado Hills. $39
If Your Walls Could Talk.
Are your walls sick of the same old paint and wallpaper choices? Give them something new to talk about with a wall tattoo!
Design art by Surface Collective offers sophisticated, whimsical and graphic "tattoo" designs & patterns that can be easily matched to any space, decor or color scheme. The best part? Unlike real tattoos, they're painless to apply and easy to
remove--keeping the commitment level manageable and your indecisive chip happy!
Browse a great selection of wall tattoo choices at
Jett Modern, 116 I Street b side in Old Sacramento. Prices range depending on design/size, call or visit for quote (888) 554-jett
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Thursday, August 7, 2008
Sacramento Weekend Guide: What To Do This Weekend In Sacramento...
GO: French Cuff Boutique Party
{ Party At French Cuff's House! }
What: Head to French Cuff Consignment this
2nd Saturday weekend for their HUGE Parking Lot Party! Enjoy music and refreshments while browsing racks of new & vintage clothing, handbags and accessories at up to 50% off!
When: Friday, August 8th-Sunday, August 10th. Boutique Hours: Fri & Sat 11-7pm, Sunday 12-5pm
Where: 2419 J Street in midtown Sacramento. Party in rear parking lot, enter downstairs through French Cuff.
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{ Sac On Film. }
What: Don't miss the Sacramento Film & Music Festival, an event celebrating 9 years of delighting local audiences with engaging film and music from around the world.
Click here for more info/event schedules.
When: Friday, August 8th-August 17th
Where: Crest Theatre; 1013 K Street
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{ Summer + Sale = Shop! }
What: Save up to 70% on dresses, shorts, tanks, tees, denim & accessories during Barby K's Summer Sale!
When: NOW thru Thursday, August 14th. Boutique Hours: Tues-Fri 11-7pm Sat 12-6pm
Where: 2312 K Street; midtown Sacramento
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{ Swing To Charity }
What: Enter to play in the Audi Quattro Cup, a day of golfing at Catta Verdera benefiting the Diogenes Youth Services, a local non-profit dedicated to helping at risk teens. Enjoy 18 holes of golf, catered breakfast & lunch, chances to win hole-in-one prizes like a new Audi, a fabulous silent auction and tons of great SWAG! Registration fee $195/person.
Click here for more info/event details.
When: Friday, August 29th; shotgun start 8:30am
Where: Catta Verdera Country Club; Lincoln
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Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Sacramento Trend Alert: Cinch Waist Belts
1. Getting over Mr. Wonderful
2. Losing those last 5 lbs
3. Giving up your AM Starbucks
Your life's full of enough things that aren't so easy. Time to welcome a new trend that's a REAL cinch. Say hello to the waist 'cinch' belt and introduce it to your summer wardrobe.
From the runway to the red carpet, sleeker, more body-conscious silhouettes are in. The best part? Unlike some other trends, achieving this waist-defining look requires little commitment and very little cash.
Directions: Head to your closet and riffle through your collection of past season's voluminous trapeze dresses. Pick your favorite trapeze tent, introduce a belt cinched at the waist, and
viola- instant hourglass!
Not a waist of time? The Kudra waist-defining 'cinch' belt in black patent leather. Pick it up at
Taylor James Boutique; 2623 Town and Country Place; Town & Country Village. $134
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Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Coming Soon: Mix in Sacramento
The club scene. Once exciting at 21, it has now become a symbol of everything you take a stand against--Forever 21 dresses & Ed Hardy tees.
Stop wasting your M.A.C. NC 40 foundation and get ready to welcome a new alternative to the Mix.
Perched high on top the Firestone Building, Mix (by the owners of The Park) is getting ready to unveil a new kind of scene. One with the upscale atmosphere you've been craving, and designed for the 30-40's mature clientele that appreciates class, sophistication and your impeccable taste in designer stilettos.
Mix Downtown will be located in the Firestone Building at 16th and L Streets; 1531 L Street in midtown Sacramento.
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Monday, August 4, 2008
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Sacramento Weekend Guide: What To Do This Weekend In Sacramento...
SHOP & SAVE:
Taylor James Boutique{ It Takes a Village to Raise a Sale. }What: Join Taylor James for HUGE savings as Town & County Village celebrates summer with it's annual Sidewalk Sale extravaganza. Up to 70% of Spring/Summer apparel including Marc Jacobs, Rock & Republic, BCBG, William Rast, Trina Turk and more!
When: Friday, August 1st thru 31st.
Where: "The Collection" (behind William Glen); 2659 Town & Country Place; Sacramento
Sisters' Boutique{Sisters. Shopping. Sale}What: Join Sister's Boutique at its new location in "The Collection" for HUGE savings as Town & County Village celebrates summer with it's annual Sidewalk Sale extravaganza. Up to 70% of Spring/Summer apparel.
When: August 1, 2, 3rd.
Where: "The Collection" (behind William Glen); 2659 Town & Country Place, Sacramento
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TASTE: Yogurt Monkey{ Go Play With Your Food. }What: Beat the blazing heat with Sierra Oak's newest of the frozen yogurt variety. Choose from non-fat varieties like chocolate mint, pomegranate and peach tart and pile on toppings like Twix, Kit Kat & brownies.
When: Hours: Monday thru Friday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Where: Yogurt Monkey; 2520 Fair Oaks Blvd; Sierra Oaks; Sacramento
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DINE: Burger's & Bottles at Roxy Restaurant & Bar
{ Saddle Up. }What: Every Thursday join Roxy for Burgers & Bottles featuring BBQ burgers done Roxy-style and special select wines $10-15/bottle all while yee-hayin' to some great country music.
When: TONIGHT! Thursday July 31st 6-9 p.m.
Where: 2381 Fair Oaks Blvd; Sacramento
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MAINTAIN:
Blush Nail Bar Pedicure{Good For the Sole.}What: Thank those tired feet for getting you thru another week at Sacramento's premier Nail Bar. Choose from a tasty menu of pedicures; indulge with a 'Chocolate Martini', forget about the day with a 'Lemon Drop' or beat the summer heat with a fab 'Ice-Cream' pedicure.
When: Hours: Monday- Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: 466 Howe Avenue, Sacramento
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Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
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Monday, July 28, 2008
Sacramento: Fab Finds of the Week!
What we found. What we love. What we're talking about this week...
Meet Jayne.You might already know Rachel, Belinda, Lauren and Diane but have you met Jayne? The 'Jayne' Clutch by Hobo International, uses soft leather and ruched pleats to add texture, dimension and the perfect amount of vintage flair!
Pick up your Hobo 'Jayne' Clutch in a variety of colors (shown in melon) at
Taylor James Boutique; 2623 Town and Country Place; Town & Country Village at the Collections. $188
What's Your Forté?A perfect addition to your
Tea Forté teas, these elegant tea cups are a great way to brew Tea Forte's silken infusers. The best part? The porcelain cover keeps your tea hot, while artfully displaying the signature Tea Forté leaf.
Pick up your Tea Forté Café Cups, as well as browse a great selection of Tea Forté infusers and loose tea canisters, at
La Maison Marche; 5379 H Street in East Sacramento. $25 each
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