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How Todd English Became a Household Name

Shandana A. Durrani — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 06:31:21 EST

There once was a time when you�d visit a restaurant and not know who the maestro was crafting the culinary repast. My, how times have changed. Today, many restaurants succeed or fail based solely on the name of the owner/chefs....

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Things to Do in Kauai | Explore the Island on Bike, Zipline and Paddle Board

Shandana A. Durrani — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 04:07:31 EST

This island has enraptured many throughout the centuries. The ancient Polynesians, legend has it, canoed their way across the vast Pacific Ocean to lay claim to its green valleys and white sand beaches....

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Teen Vogue's Fashion University Inspires Wannabe Fashionistas

Shandana A. Durrani — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 11:01:52 EST

If you want to learn about fashion from bigwigs in the business, head to Teen Vogue’s Fashion University webinar, now running until the end of the year. Budding designers and fashionistas can watch seminars hosted by fashion heavywe...

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T.J. Martell Foundation New York Honors Gala Brings Out the Celebs

Shandana A. Durrani — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 08:45:44 EST

Celebrities such as Susan Lucci, Drew Carey, Martina McBride and Darius Rucker attended the 36th Annual T.J. Martell Foundation New York Honors Gala on Thursday, Nov. 3 at the Marriott Marquis in Manhattan.

The T.J. Martell Foundation is t...

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The Nolitan Hotel Brings Kitschy Chic to Nolita

Shandana A. Durrani — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 05:16:00 EDT

Delays. Delays. Delays. While New Yorkers are used to delays due to legal snafus and zoning restrictions, a delay of more than a year is usually unheard of when it comes to a hotel opening. The Nolitan hotel, the first establishment of its kind to...

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Elene Cassis Dazzles at Fashion Week With a Collection of Sheath Dresses

Shandana A. Durrani — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 03:14:14 EDT

One of the last collections to be shown at IMG Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week was the Spring/Summer 2012 show by up-and-comer Elene Cassis. And it was well worth the wait....

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Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week | Carlos Miele and VLOV Collections

Shandana A. Durrani — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 05:10:45 EDT

IMG Merecedes Benz Fashion Week brings out every fashionista or wannabe in New York City twice a year. Although I would hardly call myself a fashionista �much as I love beautiful clothes � I, too, felt the need to dress to impress and head to the tents to cover the shows....

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Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty Awes Visitors at the Metropolitan Museum of Art

Shandana A. Durrani — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 02:24:11 EDT

Since the spring, one exhibit more than any other at New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art has lured thousands of visitors. Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty, a retrospective of the late British designer's head-turning avant-garde looks, has broken attendance records at the historic museum....

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Rooftop Bars NYC: Drinks With an Altitude

Shandana A. Durrani — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 12:36:57 EDT

Summer usually means heading to the beach to enjoy the waves, sunshine and the company of friends. But for anyone not lucky enough to have a Hamptons share, there are plenty of places to spice up your social life should you stay in the city. Rooftop bars are the most popular places to hang in the urban jungle during the dog days of summer. Here are five of the hottest new rooftop bars in New York City....

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Gucci Guilty Pour Homme Appeals to Thrill Seekers

Shandana A. Durrani — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 01:54:50 EDT

We can be riddled with guilt and let it consume us. Or we can transform the negative emotion into something more positive. If you're the type of man who walks to the beat of his own drum, who does as he pleases with nary a thought to the consequences, Gucci Guilty Pour Homme may be the fragrance for you....

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Meals on Wheels: NYC Food Trucks Take to the Streets

Shandana A. Durrani — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 01:39:38 EDT

Food trucks are nothing new in New York City. Halal carts and hot dog stands have long dotted the outdoor culinary landscape. But something strange happened two years ago....

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Dolce & Gabbana The One Gentleman Sponsors 10-Day Charity Auction

Shandana A. Durrani — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 01:40:22 EDT

GQ Magazine, Italian fashion house Dolce & Gabbana and EBAY have joined forces to host an online charity auction starting Wednesay, June 23 until July 3. The auction, sponsored by The One Gentleman fragrance, benefits actor Matthew McConaughey's "just keep livin'" foundation....

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Dorchester Collection Sponsors 2011 Fashion Prize

Shandana A. Durrani — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 03:22:54 EDT

"Project Runway" and "The Fashion Show" have introduced the world to new and emerging talent in the fashion world. Thanks to both shows, more students armed with a sewing machine and a sketchpad, have entered fashion and design institutes....

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Sutton Court Hotel Residences Offer a Welcome Alternative to Hotels

Shandana A. Durrani — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 06:37:34 EDT

For many travelers, staying at a hotel is de rigueur and most hotel stays don't last more than a week. For those looking for a longer vacation, villas and private home rentals are popular. But not every home advertised on vacation rental sites is insured or legitimate....

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Argentina Hosts The Park Hyatt Mendoza Masters of Food & Wine

Shandana A. Durrani — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 06:50:05 EDT

Let's face it. Most of us love to indulge in great food and great wine. We grab the opportunity whenever it presents itself, whether at a good friend's home or a dinner at a famed eatery....

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Trump SoHo Celebrates One-Year Anniversary

Shandana A. Durrani — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 05:37:09 EDT

The first year of a hotel's existence can be an overwhelming one. Locals and tourists can make or break the spot if they find it wanting. Service glitches can arise, staff come and go and owners run out of money....

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Artistry: One of the World's Best Selling Skincare Brands Not Sold in Stores

Shandana A. Durrani — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 01:05:51 EDT

Everyone has heard of Cr?me de la Mer, Clinique, Dermalogica and Chantecaille. But one of the world's best-selling skincare lines is relatively unknown to the vast majority of American consumers....

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What Not to Wear's Clinton Kelly Divulges the Biggest Trends for Spring

Shandana A. Durrani — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 06:35:55 EDT

Spring has sprung and it's time to store the chunky sweaters and thick coats and bring out the lightweight dresses, trench coats and open-toed heels. If you're in a conundrum over to what's hot this season, never fear. Stylist Clinton Kelly of TLC's "What Not to Wear" spoke to Justluxe about spring fashion trends and tips....

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Lufthansa A380 Takes Comfort to All New Heights

Shandana A. Durrani — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 01:47:37 EDT

Flying was once glamorous. Well-dressed flight attendants catered to your every need, sans attitude and with nary a hair out of place. Seats were roomy and cushy and one felt invigorated rather than exhausted once disembarking....

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NYC Restaurant Ember Room: Where the Fires Burn Bright

Shandana A. Durrani — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 04:06:25 EST

An ember smolders and glows. No wonder celebrity chefs Todd English and Ian Chalermkittichai decided to name their new Manhattan eatery the Ember Room....

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Hotel Preview: Mondrian Soho and Nolitan Set to Open in March

Shandana A. Durrani — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 01:01:50 EST

Recession be damned! In the past two years, an unprecedented number of hotels have opened in New York City; from the Fashion 26 to the Crosby Street to The James. But no two hotels have garnered more interest or pre-opening press than the Mondrian Soho and the Nolitan....

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Best Restaurants in NYC Offer Valentine�s Day Prix Fixe Menus

Shandana A. Durrani — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 05:07:34 EST

Valentine�s Day is for lovers, but what couple enjoys spending an exorbitant amount on dinner at a swanky restaurant? After flowers, gourmet chocolates and that special gift, you�re already $200 in the hole....

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Holistic Health in the Big City: Auriga Spa

Shandana A. Durrani — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 04:35:53 EST

Luxury Spas: New spas in New York City have veered into one of two directions. Some have adopted the medi-spa way. These are low-brow versions of a dermatologist�s office offering medical-grade treatments. Others are of the organic variety, utilizing holistic treatments and products. Auriga Spa at the Setai Fifth Avenue, a new luxury hotel in Midtown, is of the latter variety and is one of the best spas to hit the city in years....

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Brooklyn Winery: Make & Bottle Your Own Wine

Shandana A. Durrani — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 03:08:17 EST

Wineries in New York: It wasn�t that long ago that in order to make your own wine, you had to purchase fertile land, carefully plant your rootstock, hire a winemaker, harvest your vintage and pray that it didn�t taste like vinegar. But thanks to urban wineries such as The Brooklyn Winery, making your own wine has never been easier....

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Caledonia: Related Companies' New York Apartments Offer Hospitality-Based Services

Shandana A. Durrani — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 03:38:39 EDT

New York Condos: You�ve found that job in New York City and now it�s time to find an apartment. If you want to live among the cognescenti, you have myriad housing options from historic brownstones in the West Village...

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