Westside Today Headlines http://www.westsidetoday.com/news-s4/1/shopping.html Mon, 28 May 2012 15:07:08 -0700 en-us Copyright 2012, Westside Today http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/V7o5aICLHFM/whole-foods-gives-5.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-7341/whole-foods-gives-5.html Fri, 18 May 2012 15:07:10 -0700 Whole Foods market in Brentwood recently gave five percent of all net sales to The Giving Spirit, a Los Angeles-based non-profit organization that helps the homeless. Mark Sleeper, Brentwood resident, has overseen this project for several years. Money from the event will go toward “survival kits” for homeless recipients.http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-7341/whole-foods-gives-5.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/5bxbxdrqM08/summer-must-haves.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-7317/summer-must-haves.html Thu, 17 May 2012 15:07:10 -0700 Two TubeYou neighbors will have floatie envy when they see you lolling in the cool-for-your-pool Airhead EZ Breeze Duo. This heavy duty duo tube features an insulated cooler and two drink holders, offset mesh seats for easy boarding from the water and a comfortable backrest for all-day lounging. A rope holder makes it ideal for docking or hooking up with another EZ Breeze. $69.99, www.kwiktek.com http://kwiktek.com/airhead/aheb2.php)Swimwear MammaNo matter what your body type, you don’t h...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-7317/summer-must-haves.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/c8FJSEQWeiI/luxeyard-concierge-buying-site.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-7231/luxeyard-concierge-buying-site.html Fri, 04 May 2012 15:07:10 -0700 Imagine you come across the perfect end table, or lamp, or arm chair for your home while surfing online. You grab a photo of the item off the site where you discovered it, and you use a tool on your computer to “pin” it to a social networking site for others who appreciate the same sort of designer and luxury goods you love. Next, you and your like-minded online pals are commenting, “following,” and adding the items to their “likes,” and others are joining the conversation. Next t...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-7231/luxeyard-concierge-buying-site.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/HxCZCBX0am0/calling-all-kids.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6977/calling-all-kids.html Sun, 18 Mar 2012 15:07:10 -0700 Today’s kids are pretty amazing. The other day I attended the unveiling of the solar-powered sign that will now remind motorists on Sunset when they’re driving too fast (see story, page 10). These signs represent the latest developments in the “Slow Down for Julia” movement that began two years ago when Julia Siegler, 13, was tragically killed by a car as she was trying to cross Sunset. She was trying to catch the bus that would take her to school.Julia’s mom was there the other day, ...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6977/calling-all-kids.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/wyrF56M1-Xk/free-art-events-this.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6821/free-art-events-this.html Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:07:10 -0700 There’s all kinds of free event to take advantage of this Saturday February 25th at Bergamot Arts Station at 2525 Michigan Avenue in Santa Monica including art presented by galleries such as Skidmore Contemporary Art (D-2)which will hold an opening reception for Jennifer Bain 5:00pm 7:00pmJennifer Bain’s art uses contrasts and dualities within a botanical theme. Her larger works are rendered on Kaolin clay (fresco-like) covered panels whose soft ivory background is strongly reminiscent of p...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6821/free-art-events-this.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/ZJLcEx5ehqk/a-sweetheart-valentine-s.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6677/a-sweetheart-valentine-s.html Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:07:10 -0700 Build-A-Bear Workshop has been around since 1997, but I am a Mommy-come-lately to the party. After reading parenting articles where experts suggest a child may sleep better if they have a comforting object by their side, I decided to take my son to Westside Pavilion’s Build-A-Bear to create his own special sleep pal. Plus, with Valentine’s Day around the corner, a cuddly Lovey is a perfect gift.Around Valentine’s Day is a great time to visit the store because they have an assortment of s...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6677/a-sweetheart-valentine-s.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/kFhkNrv62ng/icelink-opens-flagship-boutique.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6679/icelink-opens-flagship-boutique.html Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:07:10 -0700 With a following that includes Fergie, Khloe Kardanshian, Justin Bieber, Paris Hilton and Mario Lopez, IceLink has already made its mark on the celebrity set. With the debut of its flagship boutique in the renowned Melrose shopping district, next door to Fred Segal, the Swiss-based company is about to catch fire, so to speak, not just as a maker of extraordinary timepieces and jewelry, but as a lifestyle destination.IceLink’s signature multi-face watches, designed for jet-setters who likes to...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6679/icelink-opens-flagship-boutique.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/mMK1aFFjyaw/santa-s-the-man.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6403/santa-s-the-man.html Tue, 13 Dec 2011 15:07:10 -0700 Smoother OperatorThe Remington Flex and Pivot Triple Foil Shaver features titanium coated blades and slides into three positions for a close, comfortable shave in a third of the time of razor shaving. The battery fully charges in two hours for 60 minutes of runtime, and cleanup is easy under the facet. $54.99. Target, Wal-Mart and remindgtonproducts.com.One for the TeamGive a gift that gives back 24/7, a subscription to Sirius Satellite Radio. The network boasts more than 140 channels, such ...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6403/santa-s-the-man.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/KXvYV9xNlwg/tech-toys-for-kids.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6399/tech-toys-for-kids.html Mon, 12 Dec 2011 15:07:10 -0700 Ground ControlTopping the wish list this season for kids of all ages, are Swann’s new line of Easy-Fly Gyro Technology indoor remote controlled helicopters -- Micro Lightning, Micro Hornet, Emergency Strike, Military Thunder and Missile Strike. Controlled by dual joystick controls, these choppers perform death-defying stunts and flight maneuvers with military precision, powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery. The remote control operates on six AA batteries. Ages 14 and up. $59. Fry...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6399/tech-toys-for-kids.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/xhxP8gn44T8/home-goods-for-the.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6400/home-goods-for-the.html Mon, 12 Dec 2011 15:07:10 -0700 Show OffThere are lots of digital picture frames out there, but the sleek CEIVA Connected Photo Frame, in black or wood grain, looks sharp in any room, and its unique technology brings the magic of sharing photos to a new level. Using the CEIVA (see-va) online uploading service from a computer, or via CEIVA Snap for smartphones using iOS and Android, users can send new photos to the frame which are automatically updated via an Internet connection or phone line. Photos can also be viewed on you...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6400/home-goods-for-the.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/PWqFIGDmBqc/give-the-gift-of.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6401/give-the-gift-of.html Mon, 12 Dec 2011 15:07:10 -0700 Hot SeatIf the weather outside is frightful, the outdoors lover on your list will feel delightful in the Chaheati All-Season Heated Chair. Ideal for camping, tailgating, sporting events and any activity where you sit outdoors in the cold, the collapsible canvas hot seat warms up in 20 seconds using a high efficiency, lithium-ion rechargeable battery that provides up to six hours of heat per charge and lasts for over 500 uses. $89.99. www.chaheati.com Hot LunchDress up your food to go with the ...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6401/give-the-gift-of.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/ZV4Vkj0z_dM/everychild-within-us-a.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6390/everychild-within-us-a.html Thu, 08 Dec 2011 15:07:10 -0700 Imagine an alternative Los Angeles where no child suffers. This is the version of Los Angeles that the city’s Everychild Foundation is working toward. Each year, Everychild funds a groundbreaking new project that serves children directly with tangible results that are monitored by the charity. The group hopes that these prototypes programs will inspire replicas across the nation and throughout the world to improve the lives of children near and far. Projects funded to date include a unive...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6390/everychild-within-us-a.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/Pc0_LS4tERs/holidays-2-0.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6381/holidays-2-0.html Wed, 07 Dec 2011 15:07:10 -0700 Connect the tech geek on your list with one of the most affordable and versatile tablets on the market, the Coby KYROS MID7022 operates on Android 2.3 and features Wi-Fi connectivity and a 7-inch capacitive touchscreen for quick access to email, videos and apps. $180. www.Amazon.comDon’t be a LoserThey’ll never again leave behind a cell phone at work, a restaurant, the gym, etc., with the poker chip-sized ZOMM Bluetooth-enabled wireless leash that flashes, vibrates and sounds an alarm if th...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6381/holidays-2-0.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/6xptJcUMZdw/tech-the-halls-with.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6382/tech-the-halls-with.html Wed, 07 Dec 2011 15:07:10 -0700 Bright IdeaPerfectly sized for that little compartment in a car console, utility drawer or purse, Pelican ultra-compact aluminum 1910 and 1920 flashlights provide bright light when it’s needed, either in “on” mode or for just a moment with a push-and-hold button $32.95 to $35.95. www.Pelican.comSNAPPy VideoCapture videos and stills in, well, a snap with the affordable Coby SNAPP CAM5002 high definition camcorder. It includes an integrated USB plug, HDMI connection and cable and SD card s...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6382/tech-the-halls-with.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/Y-s2XhRhT3k/the-merry-kids-holiday.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6365/the-merry-kids-holiday.html Sat, 03 Dec 2011 15:07:10 -0700 House PartyKids will love to decorate Easy Playhouse, an easy-to-assemble, 100 percent recyclable heavy-duty cardboard house that is a like a blank canvas. Kids paint, color or decorate it to transform it into a holiday gingerbread house, a firehouse, a secret hideout or anything they can imagine. Plus, it’s reversible, so you get two playhouses in one. Makes a great, creative group activity. $40. www.easyplayhouse.comHead GearHelmets are essential for biking safety, but kids can be hard-...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6365/the-merry-kids-holiday.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/86a3TM_hQ8I/churchill-s-secret-agent.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6351/churchill-s-secret-agent.html Mon, 28 Nov 2011 15:07:10 -0700 Churchill's secret agent during World War II, Max Ciampoli, with his co-author, wife Linda Ciampoli, celebrate their bestselling new book “Churchill's Secret Agent” at Barnes and Noble on December 6, 2011 6:00pm-8:00pm at Westside Pavilion Mall, 10850 West Pico Blvd on the westide. Winston Churchill's Secret Agent is revealing and shocking novel which imagines behind the scenes adventures of the imaginary agent's World War II missions. For more on the novel: www.churchillssecr...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6351/churchill-s-secret-agent.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/F6Gg34wG8Wc/the-holidays-are-coming.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6317/the-holidays-are-coming.html Wed, 23 Nov 2011 15:07:10 -0700 Brentwood Village Market and Wine Shop is the new kid in town, having recently taken over from previous ownership (the store was formerly known as Brentwood Village Market). Brentwood Village and Wine Shop carries Dean Deluca gourmet foods, perfect for holiday meals and holiday gifts. The store is located just to the left of Maria’s on Brentwood Court.http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6317/the-holidays-are-coming.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/e-mlBX-RSNU/the-holidays-are-coming.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6318/the-holidays-are-coming.html Wed, 23 Nov 2011 15:07:10 -0700 Pulp Hide and its sister store, Candy Alley, bring back memories of the old New England country stores. The stores include a wonderful assortment of gifts, candy, stationery items, calendars, picture frames and more. There’s something for everyone! The stores are located at 13020 San Vicente, on the south side of San Vicente near the Country Mart. Great for kids of all ages – from 3 to 93!http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6318/the-holidays-are-coming.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/lr4T_svcXBY/make-your-holiday-greeting.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6326/make-your-holiday-greeting.html Wed, 23 Nov 2011 15:07:10 -0700 This Emmy-nominated writers' writer, has a new business in our neighborhood. She will compose your holiday message, letter, corporate speech marriage proposal, wedding vows, eulogy, song parody, college entrance essay or Dear John letter. Everything is personal, one-of-a-kind. Anything With Words will coach you on your delivery, as you make 'em laugh, make 'em cry, make you, your boss and your family proud.Composing the legacy of your life, this local company adds the magic to all your milesto...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6326/make-your-holiday-greeting.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/h3YRQxRYH34/joelle-mctigue-s-photography.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6302/joelle-mctigue-s-photography.html Fri, 18 Nov 2011 15:07:10 -0700 For more information: www.joellemctigue.comor facebook.com/joellemctigue.http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6302/joelle-mctigue-s-photography.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/HOImfYNByfU/the-clayhouse-in-santa.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6207/the-clayhouse-in-santa.html Wed, 02 Nov 2011 15:07:10 -0700 The emphasis is on "handmade" at this show, wheel thrown and hand built ceramic pieces. There is something special about eating and drinking out of vessels made from the hands of a local potter--one of a kind pieces. Many of us are very particular about the pottery and sculpture we have in our homes. We look for the right color and size and shape which will fit with our taste. In The Clayhouse gallery and back studio there is a large variety of handmade mugs, bowls, platters, teapots, ...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6207/the-clayhouse-in-santa.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/GrBpNZAhH-4/elizabeth-taylor-collection-attracts.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6082/elizabeth-taylor-collection-attracts.html Sat, 15 Oct 2011 15:07:10 -0700 Thousands of future art collectors are learning the legacy of Francis and Elizabeth Taylor while they learn more about the art of collecting. This weekend’s Los Angeles preview of the Elizabeth Taylor Collection at the Museum of Contemporary Art Annex sold out quickly, following excellent reviews in Moscow and London. The brilliant world tour that Christies has arranged is introducing tens of thousands of newcomers to the world of collecting and participating in auctions of art and collectible...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6082/elizabeth-taylor-collection-attracts.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/LIshH15M2no/made-for-modern-moms.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6044/made-for-modern-moms.html Thu, 06 Oct 2011 15:07:10 -0700 Barefoot in the KitchenKick off your heels and step onto something more comfortable. The stylish WellnessMat is like those shock-absorbing anti-fatigue mats you see the checker at the market standing on to prevent tired legs and back strain, but it’s a whole lot more chic. They come in several attractive colors decorative styles – like the Bella mat from Motif Collection (3’x2’ for $119.95, 6’x2’ for $239.95), feature a no-trip beveled edge and are easy to clean. So soothing you’...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-6044/made-for-modern-moms.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/SbQ3h9GmeLI/made-in-american-browse.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-5973/made-in-american-browse.html Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:07:10 -0700 This year’s BRENTWOOD AUTUMN ART SHOW brings the arts to the local community with an emphasis in “Made in America,” and packs a triple punch by presenting three events simultaneously:● 17th annual Brentwood Autumn Art Show presents a one-stop, boutique-type outdoor gallery showcasing a juried selection of fine art and crafts, live music performances (bluegrass and folk band Rhubarb Meringue Pie, Anthony Aquqrius Mystery Band’s Tribute to Jimi Hendrix and blues and RB from the TimeZone ...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-5973/made-in-american-browse.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Shopping-WestsideToday/~3/zV7P4z2dIDk/designer-roderick-tung.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-5965/designer-roderick-tung.html Sun, 25 Sep 2011 15:07:10 -0700 I’m having a heart attack just looking at designer Roderick Tung’s fabulous shirts. And that’s okay, because in addition to being a phenomenal designer, Tung also happens to be a respected cardiologist. We’re at the Beverly Hills Neiman Marcus for “Fashion’s Night Out” where Tung’s sublime men’s shirts are the hit of the show. FNO, for those of you who may not know, was started in New York by Vogue’s editor Anna Wintour as a way to encourage stoppers to forget their recession...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s4-5965/designer-roderick-tung.html