Jen Kao Fall Winter 2010 Collection

“The City” Cast Parties at Guess by Marciano

A stiletto clad mob bombarded the doors of the Guess by Marciano store in Soho for their chance to rub elbows with MTV’s ‘The City‘ cast members who were on hand the party and support the Susan G. Komen for The Cure Greater New York. Whitney Port, Olivia Palermo and  ELLE’s creative director Joe Zee were in attendance;  along with Ramona Singer, who looked amazing with her new shoulder length hair cut and Alex McCord and her partner in crime Simon van Kempen from Bravo’s The Real Housewives of New York.

The party was jam packed with beautiful and fashionable industry insiders many of whom made sure to be in the direct line of the camera crew taping.  Seriously trying to get their 2 mili seconds of fame.  Yes, they were actually taping an episode of The City.

Squeezing and battling my way through the boutique and desperately looking for the bar or a server with a drink, I stumbled upon the tiniest hors d’oeuvres known to man.  I mean geez, there are some fashion people who do eat.  I tried some chicken and shrimp “appetizer” which I forgot about almost as soon as I ate the thing.  Fortunately, the wine was  so on point that the lack of food was forgiven.   The music provided by DJs Jamie Biden and Alexandra Richards was a wonderful distraction from the overcrowded event.  With a drink in hand and Jamiroquai’s Just Dance blasting on the speakers I found myself feeling quite content.  While scanning the room I caught a glimpse of Tinsley Mortimer, Rick Fox with his lovely arm candy Elisha Dushku and Marc Indelicato from ABC’s Ugly Betty among others.

But the highlight for me was for my minimal $5 donation that supported Susan G. Komen for The Cure Greater New York(one of sponsors for the party) I scored some fantastic swag.  I got one of those cute hangers that holds your purse on tables, it even has sparkles on it,  Lock and Mane dry shampoo, philosophy one-step facial cleanser and Essie nail polish in ruby slippers just to mention a few.  Jealous?…you should be

And, if you aren’t jealous already will be after you see the pictures….

Cheers Jenaya Singleton

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LeMetric Hair– The Power of Hair Recap

It was an all out hair pow wow at the Saks Fifth Avenue SFA Cafe December 15th as they hosted The Power of Hair, a panel discussion about, what else hair, and its relation to culture, women and society.  It was an interesting set up of panelist who included celebrity dermatologist Dr. Judith Hellman MD, hair guru Eugene Smith, Fashion QandA Editor at large Quinna Smith and sex therapist and psychiatrist Dr. Dennis Lin, MD.  The discussion was moderated by firecracker Elline Surianelle, founder and CEO of LeMetric Hair Center INC, who after suffering for many years with unsatisfactory hair loss solutions developed her own customized “hair additions” for women with alopecia and thining hair. 

Basically, it’s the best hair enhancement technique you will ever come across, you can wash it, cut it and style it as though it were your own and it is made right here in NYC.

Upon my arrival I noticed woman receiving complimentary makeovers courtesy of Laura Mercier Cosmetics but my attention was quickly diverted when my eye caught a glimpse of a table filled with delectable fresh fruit and assorted cheeses and breads.  Tactfully I made my way over and picked my share of plump strawberries and juicy pineapple.  Realizing that the discussion was soon to begin, I decided to reserve my seat. Patiently waiting for the main event I sipped on white wine while chatting it up with attendees.  I observed all of the women filling their bellies while checking out each other’s hairdos, I mean after all that was to be the topic of the evening.

Leadership in Tourism Awards Gala Recap

On December 9th, the NYC Cultural Tourism Foundation held it’s ninth annual fund-raising gala. The Leadership in Tourism  Awards dinner,  honored The New York Yankees and New York Mets for their contributions to tourism and the City’s economy which was bolstered by the opening of the two new Major League ballparks.

As I approached  luxurious Plaza Hotel, I noticed that all along of 57th street were black SUVs and limousines and barricades; I thought to myself: “wow this is going to be some party,” but was quickly disappointed when I saw that the ”It’s Complicated” movie premiere was taking place at The Paris Theater.  I was slightly tempted to stop and see the hoopla but opted to continue in route to my original destination.

Walking up the steps to the Plaza is so magical, I think it has something to do with the bright lights and the red carpet, you just can’t help but to feel like a star.  Feeling super important, I entered the lobby and proceeded to where cocktail reception was taking place.  The room was beautifully decorated with several small table clothe covered tables, a full bar and white glove service.  There was no shortage of hors o’d'oeuvres and the servers made sure that no one went hungry.  I swear it was maybe two minutes would go by before someone else was shoving a platter in your face, but it was done with such elegance that no one seemed to mind.

While the likes of A-Rod or Jeter were not in attendance Mayor Bloomberg was and I was surrounded by some of the most influential and prominent figures in New York City Culture.  Everyone was decked out in black,  sipping white wine and greeting each other as long time friends.  And I don’t know if it was the beautiful scenery or the tranquil music that made all time seem to stand still.  The room filled quickly and the noise level rose but the party was still a bit dull.  But when you are at the Plaza, things are never dull.

Jenaya Singleton

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