On Rodeo Drive: Stephen Webster

It's clear anything Beverly Hills-related is going to be very fun. Stephen Webster's Flagship on Rodeo is no exception.
The London-based designer (who was awarded an MBE by Prince Charles in February) chose Beverly Hills for its obvious appeal. Perfectly setting the stage for his distinctively adventurous and inspiring designs, and nestled right on the infamous Clueless steps (which most definitely is a thing) Webster's world evokes escapism. Think Ziggy Stardust meets Liz Taylor in a Caspar David Friedrich etching. The whole thing manages with ease to tell a story that is entirely romantic, while remaining mysterious, sultry and seductive.

Sure, there are beautiful rings, cuffs and necklaces on display. But you know me - I'm a complete fan of the perfectly curated carpus. It's all in the wrist. Needless to say I (I'm referring to both my inner magpie and myself) immediately gravitated towards trays upon trays of bracelets. From diamond encrusted chains to quartz beads and braided leather - Webster does it all. So let's get into the details.

The 'Ram's Head' link bracelet is exceptional, not only for its meticulous design. The rhodium plated links give the whole piece weight and substance - two hugely definitive factors. I mean, what's the point in wearing something you can't feel? And on that note, more is always more - Webster's 'London Calling' turquoise beaded bracelet provides just the right pop of colour. But if I had to choose an absolute favorite it would easily be the 'Raven's Skull' bead and pavé bracelet (my bank account is currently experiencing a severe conniption fit - just FYI). The rutilated foggy quartz beads and black sapphire pavé rounds are all linked together by delicate silver chain. Essentially the whole thing is an exercise in impeccable craftsmanship and serious design.

The 'Ram's Head', 'London Calling' and 'Raven's Skull' bracelets are all available at Stephen Webster Beverly Hills. 

Call 310.246.9500 or click here for more information. 

Thank you to Jessica Craig and the entire Stephen Webster Beverly Hills team.

The Look: The Great Bowie (Sorry Gatsby)

So I guess I'm supposed to be all about Gatsby. I mean I tried (for a sec) but I just can't. Instead I'm still all about Bowie.

Don't get me wrong, Baz Luhrmann's whole visual overload-to-the-max thing was impressive and excessively indulgent (thing's I usually enjoy), but I just need something more, well, me. Enter the completely unrelated Bowie alter-ego of Ziggy Stardust (the original Sasha Fierce?). Essentially it's like how can you not be inspired? A mullet-wearing, lightening bolt-ed original gender benderer from the 70s! It's all incredibly fun.

Let's chat hair. Now I'm not saying I've given-up on my most recent bout of hairspiration (the whole long and wavy thing is slowly happening for me). All I'm saying is I'm into getting funky (just like Major Tom) - besides there are many a theme party to attend these days, and I'm over onesie's. I vaguely remember the mullet being cool in 2004, when, on my first solo venture to Toni & Guy I kind-of ended up with one. Needless to say it was scary (if not a tad lesbisch). But I'm older, potentially wiser now, and I'm thinking about things. If I were to venture into mullet-land I would definitely use a great volumizer, like Bumble and Bumble's Thickening Full Form Mousse and then seal the deal with some Thickening Hairspray - just to be sure, you know?

Now this may sound slightly intense (if not extremely opulent) but La Mer's The Concentrate is the best primer ever. Its smooth, rich consistency means skin is left feeling undeniably silky and treated (ie makeup application is a breeze). Also a high-consistency of the coveted and very secret 'miracle broth' means your basically getting a facial underneath your Ziggy-glam. For the perfect lightening bolt I'd use Giorgio Armani's All in One No 2 Palette. We're looking for strong color, and that red means business. The use of an eye-patch is completely optional, but always a great idea if face-paint sounds a bit daunting.

Here's to a Ziggy Stardust-infused Memorial Day Weekend!

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- David Bowie, performing 'Ziggy Stardust' at the Hammersmith Odeon, 1973.