Guests Treated To Luxury Services, Lifestyle Elegance and Great Gifts During Two Day Event
Event Report by Don Rose
(Beverly Hills) – On June 18-19, 2008, BriteSmile®, the world-famous and foremost leader in the teeth-whitening industry, opened its spa doors to host the 2008 Dazzling Daytime Emmy Suite to honor the television industry’s Daytime Emmy Nominated actors, presenters, major Daytime icons/personalities, film stars, producers and industry VIPs. Guests attending this intimate and unique “camera ready” suite in preparation for their red-carpet appearances enjoyed BriteSmile’s ultra-luxury new high-tech teeth whitening process, a plethora of top beauty services for him and her along with fabulous fashion, exotic trips, premium hotel stays, delectable goodies, exotic spirits and more!
Over 200 guests attended the exclusive 2-day suite including 2008 Daytime Emmy Winners, Jeanne Cooper (for Best Actress “Katherine Chancellor” Young & The Restless), Kristoff St. John (for Best Supporting Actor “Neil Winters” Young & The Restless) and Gina Tognoni (for Best Supporting Actress “Dinah Marler” Guiding Light). Adrienne Frantz, Amelia Heinle, Brandon Beemer, Nadia Bjorlin, Bryan Datillo, Crystal Chappell, Carolyn Hennesy, Christian LeBlanc, Don Diamont, Cindy Ambuehl, Darrin Brooks, Diedre Hall, Emily O’Brien, Ashley Jones, Greg Rikaart, Jason Cook, Judi Evans, Kate Linder, Kent King, Leann Hunley, Marcy Rylan, Mary Beth Evans, Melissa Archer, Melody Thomas Scott, Nicole Forrester, Patrika Darbo, Rachel Melvin, Tracey Bregman, Vail Bloom, Shawn Christian, and Tammin Sursock were among the bevy of stars who were treated to ‘the best of the best' products and services.
But the influx of celebs didn't stop there. Actors Ernie Hudson, James Wilder, Lou Ferrigno (the ORIGINAL Hulk!) and Maria Conchita Alonzo joined in on the fun, as did Angie Everhart, Omorosa, Traci Bingham, Reichen Lehmkuhl, Erin Hamilton, Lena Yada and 'Deal or No Deal' girls Leila Milani and Katie Cleary. KTLA reporter Sam Rubin received a teeth whitening, and Fox News' Christine Devine was, well, simply divine!
“I can’t believe I’m going to Spain – I’ve never been there,” said Diedre Hall when she was gifted with a 4 night stay at the Hotel Marques de Riscal. “We’re being treated like kings here – this suite has great stuff for men, too!” declared Kristoff St. John. “This was the best suite we have ever attended!” said Don Diamont. "This generosity is overwhelming!" said Ernie Hudson.
Of course, the many services and gifts provided in the Dazzling Daytime Emmy Suite were the real stars. Spa 415 provided facials for guests, while Nailtini provided picture perfect manicures. HAI Elite gave out their signature hair products (including hair dryers and irons for straightening hair without damaging/frizzing your cuticles). Sensual Mistique Lingerie showed off beautiful corsets, some of the best designs I've ever seen.
Eton of Sweden featured their sophisticated formal shirts (ideal for the red carpet or any other night on the town), including "slim cut" styles that are very flattering and flattening to the physique. The very friendly representative from Eton explained that the cotton they use is woven in a unique way to help prevent stretching and wrinkling. Eton also featured coordinating neckwear and cufflinks.
Glo To Sleep graciously gifted guests with their unique sleep-aid product. Shaped like oversized glasses but made with a very soft Nerf-like material, you put their product on over your eyes before going to bed, and the small lights inside guide you to a deeper and more restful sleep.
Other sponsors included Nicole Barr Belts, Hotel Marques de Riscal, Caribbean Escapes, Hotel Le Petit, The Cheesecake Factory, Poleci Couture Clothing, Beautorium, Porsche Design, Tarte Enbrightenmint, Twisted Silver, Choconella, Honest Tea, Fancy Flip Flops, Syrup Swimwear, Olivier Napa Valley Orange Honey Grilling Sauce, AIRA Signature Mink Eyelashes, Liz Alpert of Jewelry of The Spirit, Electric Body Healthy Skin Care®; Twin Magic Lashes, Friar Tux, The Charlie Lapson Collection (who showed off their signature handbags and clutches for the ladies and watches, plus beautifully crafted wallets and messenger bags for gentlemen), Heavenly Sinful Jewels; Lowd Suga’ Boutique Jewelry Designs handcrafted by “Days Of Our Lives” star Arianne Zucker; The Devani Couture Footwear Line; Model In A Bottle (our pick for best named product at the Suite!), Vinomex’s super premium Tequila; PAMA Pomegranate Liquer; Hypnotique Liquer and Fred water.
Refreshments were plentiful at the Suite as well. Aroma Café Culture provided the java and BODEGA provided the sin with the amazing chocolates they are famous for (including my favorite, the Dark Bark with Almonds, which is almost addicting). The two-day affair was catered by Michael Ferradine and Raymond Sage of Sage Restaurant and Lounge.
The 2008 'Dazzling Daytime Emmy Suite' was produced by Anita Talbert and Doris Bergman. Westside Today was the media sponsor.
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Saturday, October 20, 2007
MBTs ROCK (SNEAKERS? SHOES? FITNESS/EXERCISE EQUIPMENT? ALL OF THE ABOVE!)
Product Review by Don Rose
You know you have something special when your new sneakers/shoes come with their own instructional/informational DVD, and even a mini-guide booklet tethered to a lace hole! As the booklet says, "Strictly speaking, MBTs are not shoes at all." Whoa. What a statement! They sure look like shoes! But read on: "MBTs are highly effective pieces of fitness and exercise equipment. And this is also their main benefit." In other words, they may appear to be just a pair of sneakers/shoes, and they do achieve that basic function (getting you around while encasing your feet in cushy comfort), but they also achieve other useful functions, namely helping your posture and (according to others' testimonials) alleviating back/leg/foot problems.
When I say MBTs rock, I don't just mean I like them a lot and think they "really rock, dude!" -- I also mean it literally. The curved sole is reminiscent of the curved bottom of a rocking chair; as with a rocking chair, you can balance easily atop your MBTs, or you can rock back and forth a little. Wearing the MBTs on the first day also reminded me of my first day trying another piece of cool technology -- the Segway; it too takes a little getting used to, but in a very short time you find yourself balancing easily, and enjoying it immensely, and it's very easy to use.
My first reaction when I opened the MBT box: cool look, great smell. (Ah, that new shoe aroma!) I chose black, size 11 (a half size bigger than my usual 10.5, but I was advised to go a bit big, and they were right; the fit felt perfect). I was so pleased at the great fit right out of the box, something that rarely happens for me. It may be the best feeling of immediate comfort I have ever experienced in a new shoe or sneaker. It just felt right away like a favorite snug glove you love, even though it's new. I also noticed the thick soles; I felt like I was taller, and standing straighter.
I wore my MBTs all day today, even ran a little with them, and I never really felt any loss of balance, even though I was wearing a new piece of technology and never spent a day wearing curved soles before. I did, however, feel like the shoes were a tad heavy when running; my guess is that it just takes getting used to, since MBTs do after all feature thicker soles than most shoes I have seen. Also, keep in mind that I spent my Day One going on intuition, without reading the manual (something I don't recommend you do, since the manual does have useful instructions and information); I wanted to see how intuitive the MBTs were to use. I am sure reading the manual will make future days with the MBTs even more fun and rewarding, as I will better understand how to "operate" them for maximum benefits.
To summarize my Day One experience: I like them, I really like them! More specifically, I believe MBT's makers (Swiss Masai, www.swissmasai.com) are on to something unique, and potentially groundbreaking, in the fitness footwear industry. MBTs strike me as a unique piece of technology that, at the very least, combines great comfort, support, sleek style, and improvement in posture. Other MBT owners also report experiencing health benefits that include pain relief, stronger muscles, etc. The MBT shoes may cost a bit more than some other shoes, but for all the benefits and quality you get, it sure seems worth it. It's also nice to know that MBT unconditionally guarantees their footwear against defects for six months (although, judging by how solid these shoes feel, I highly doubt that will ever be an issue).
Special kudos to Melanie Segal of Platinum Publicity, who featured MBTs this year at her always-excellent Platinum Pre-Emmy Suites, held at the Luxe Hotel on Rodeo Drive; many celebrities and VIPs attending the rooftop penthouse event stopped by MBT's packed booth to try them on. The LA Report has heard that several celebs wear MBTs regularly, which is not surprising, since they are often the first to hear about and investigate cutting-edge trends in health and fitness. Our advice to you, dear reader: read more about MBTs, visit their website, try a pair on, and I bet you'll soon be saying, "I want my MBT."
You know you have something special when your new sneakers/shoes come with their own instructional/informational DVD, and even a mini-guide booklet tethered to a lace hole! As the booklet says, "Strictly speaking, MBTs are not shoes at all." Whoa. What a statement! They sure look like shoes! But read on: "MBTs are highly effective pieces of fitness and exercise equipment. And this is also their main benefit." In other words, they may appear to be just a pair of sneakers/shoes, and they do achieve that basic function (getting you around while encasing your feet in cushy comfort), but they also achieve other useful functions, namely helping your posture and (according to others' testimonials) alleviating back/leg/foot problems.
When I say MBTs rock, I don't just mean I like them a lot and think they "really rock, dude!" -- I also mean it literally. The curved sole is reminiscent of the curved bottom of a rocking chair; as with a rocking chair, you can balance easily atop your MBTs, or you can rock back and forth a little. Wearing the MBTs on the first day also reminded me of my first day trying another piece of cool technology -- the Segway; it too takes a little getting used to, but in a very short time you find yourself balancing easily, and enjoying it immensely, and it's very easy to use.
My first reaction when I opened the MBT box: cool look, great smell. (Ah, that new shoe aroma!) I chose black, size 11 (a half size bigger than my usual 10.5, but I was advised to go a bit big, and they were right; the fit felt perfect). I was so pleased at the great fit right out of the box, something that rarely happens for me. It may be the best feeling of immediate comfort I have ever experienced in a new shoe or sneaker. It just felt right away like a favorite snug glove you love, even though it's new. I also noticed the thick soles; I felt like I was taller, and standing straighter.
I wore my MBTs all day today, even ran a little with them, and I never really felt any loss of balance, even though I was wearing a new piece of technology and never spent a day wearing curved soles before. I did, however, feel like the shoes were a tad heavy when running; my guess is that it just takes getting used to, since MBTs do after all feature thicker soles than most shoes I have seen. Also, keep in mind that I spent my Day One going on intuition, without reading the manual (something I don't recommend you do, since the manual does have useful instructions and information); I wanted to see how intuitive the MBTs were to use. I am sure reading the manual will make future days with the MBTs even more fun and rewarding, as I will better understand how to "operate" them for maximum benefits.
To summarize my Day One experience: I like them, I really like them! More specifically, I believe MBT's makers (Swiss Masai, www.swissmasai.com) are on to something unique, and potentially groundbreaking, in the fitness footwear industry. MBTs strike me as a unique piece of technology that, at the very least, combines great comfort, support, sleek style, and improvement in posture. Other MBT owners also report experiencing health benefits that include pain relief, stronger muscles, etc. The MBT shoes may cost a bit more than some other shoes, but for all the benefits and quality you get, it sure seems worth it. It's also nice to know that MBT unconditionally guarantees their footwear against defects for six months (although, judging by how solid these shoes feel, I highly doubt that will ever be an issue).
Special kudos to Melanie Segal of Platinum Publicity, who featured MBTs this year at her always-excellent Platinum Pre-Emmy Suites, held at the Luxe Hotel on Rodeo Drive; many celebrities and VIPs attending the rooftop penthouse event stopped by MBT's packed booth to try them on. The LA Report has heard that several celebs wear MBTs regularly, which is not surprising, since they are often the first to hear about and investigate cutting-edge trends in health and fitness. Our advice to you, dear reader: read more about MBTs, visit their website, try a pair on, and I bet you'll soon be saying, "I want my MBT."
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
EMMYS 2007 REPORT: Mix Media Award Suites at the Sofitel
(Sept. 13-15, 2007: Beverly Hills, CA) Event Report by Don Rose
From September 13 to 15, Alive!Expo presented the Mix Media Green Pavilion and Award Suites to celebrate the 2007 Emmy Awards. The event took place at the Sofitel Hotel in LA, and was a big success, drawing a packed crowd of celebs, VIPs and media during all three days it was open. Everybody got a little “Green” and then some.
All loved the Madison & Mulholland Swagsuite -- sponsored by Pioneer Elite, presented by Magnolia (the high-end home theatre company you may have seen inside Best Buy stores) -- and everyone also enjoyed the Mix Media Green Pavilion (photo shows the gifts inside the Mix Media Green Bag). It was indeed an Official "Hollywood green event", an excellent example of how more and more Hollywood parties and soirees have gone green to help raise awareness about climate concerns and healthier living.
On September 13, the Mix Media Award Suites kicked off its first day of Emmy celebration gifting some of the greatest in “green” goods and uber technology gadgets to TV’s favorite celebrities, who browsed, borrowed and got beauty treatments. Cheryl Hines (“Curb your Enthusiasm”) was all smiles and a delightful guest as she picked up some great eco-friendly products from Aubrey Organics and was very impressed with Kirsten Muenster’s ethically sourced jewels. The stunning Access Hollywood host Maria Menounos (photo) sat down for a foot massage but will be able to continue her relaxation at home with her new Detox America Foot Spa. The toys the boys couldn’t pull themselves away from included the Pioneer Elite Plasma TV and the rest of the mega home theater goodies (like the Blue Ray DVD player). Judd Nelson practically spent the day with Magnolia. Chris MacDonald went for a spin on America’s coolest new electric scooter from Vectrix (photo).
George Clooney’s Tango commuter car was a big hit. These sleek new rides are quiet as mouse! They look like half a car when you first see them, as if dropped onto our streets from the future -- but these babies are built for speed, as well as safety, and besides being able to fit into any tight parking spot, they are very cool to look at. “George Clooney’s Tango Commuter car was such a huge hit, he was so gracious to loan it to us for the green pavilion event,” said Kim Shimmel, owner of Mix Media.
The Suites also hosted Rachel Harris ( “Notes from the Underbelly”), Kevin Sorbo, Michael Urie and Mark Indelicato (“Ugly Betty”), Jason Lee, Greg Grunberg ("Heroes") and Jenna Baird (“4400"). And all this was just Day 1!
The Suites had another successful day on Friday, introducing the latest and greatest “green” products and super swag to many talented actors; some you will soon know as they make their debut on some of the networks' most talked about new shows. Performers in attendance included Hal Sparks from “Queer as Folk” (photo) as well as Kenny Johnson (“The Shield” and “Saving Grace”), Rachelle Carson-Begley (host of “Living with Ed” on HGTV), Omarosa ("The Apprentice"), Andy Baldwin ("The Bachelor"), Leyla Milani (“Deal or No Deal”), Christian Clemson (Emmy nominee for “Boston Legal”) Madeline Zima (“Californication”), Joshua Gomez (NBC’s new series “Chuck”), Dania Rameriz (“Hereos”), Tony Dovolani (choreographer/judge on “Dancing with the Stars”) and Kaisha Whitaker.
The Mix Media Award Suites then wrapped up pre-Emmy week with a bang on Saturday, the final day. Scott Baio (45 and single, according to his reality show's title) was one of the first guests of the day, followed by Tim Daly, Anthony Anderson ("K-Ville"), David Boreanaz ("Bones"), Sofia Vergara, Natalie Zea, Oscar Nunez (“The Office”), Robert Knepper (“Prison Break”), Sarah Lancaster, and the crew from "It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia." These thesps were just a handful of the Suites' fabulous visitors.
Anthony looked right at home on the Vectrix Scooter, while Scott and his fiancée picked up a Little Stork bag for their future little one. Hal Sparks and David Boreanaz got goodies from Detox America like their Bio Feedback Machine, and Home Detox Spas as well as Aubrey Organics for men. The ladies enjoyed other AliveExpo! products such as Aubrey Organics for women, Pure & Basic, Head Organics and were pleased to see one more person going green with accessories like Kirsten Muenster’s ethically sourced jewelry. Bags were overflowing with green goods! To top it off, LeSpa certificates were also gifted to VIP guests, good for any spa service of their choice from the Sofitel’s gorgeous new spa!
Another excellent room at the Mix Media Suites featured Pence Hathorn Silver, LA’s top Westside real estate firm. They joined the AliveExpo! Green pavilion lounge in order to build awareness and help educate the media, celebrities and general public about building green and becoming more environmentally conscious. PHS has worked with A-list celebrities and affluent clientele for years, but this was their first opportunity to visit face to face with some of televisions most recognized faces and share their “green” advice. Aside from welcoming potential buyers, they shared knowledge about building green, what that means for interested buyers or those who might want to go green.
Rachel Harris and fellow funny actress Cheryl Hines (photo) checked out the suite. Hines just purchased a home, but told PHS partner Loraine Silver that she has a friend who might be looking to buy and was excited to share all of this new information. PHS partners Charles Pence and John Hathorn entertained other celeb guests such as Hal Sparks, Kevin Sorbo, Gigi Grazer (who wrote “The Starter Wife"), Scott Baio, and Judd Nelson. Everyone was thrilled to hear about PHS's “going green” campaign. Pence Hathorn Silver also hosted celebrity interior designer Kari Whitman, HGTV TV’s Rachelle Begley, Michael Maloney and Paige Hemmis (hosts of “Extreme Home Makeover”) -- all of whom look forward to collaborating on future projects. The PHS room was a huge success, and now everyone knows who to turn to when it comes to the experts in real estate and making Southern California a better place to live (Pence Hathorn Silver can be reached at http://www.phsrealty.com/ or 800-874-5018).
The LA Report thanks Kim Shimmel, Mix Media, and Stacy Broff at Diamond Girl PR for their assistance on another very successful event.
From September 13 to 15, Alive!Expo presented the Mix Media Green Pavilion and Award Suites to celebrate the 2007 Emmy Awards. The event took place at the Sofitel Hotel in LA, and was a big success, drawing a packed crowd of celebs, VIPs and media during all three days it was open. Everybody got a little “Green” and then some.
All loved the Madison & Mulholland Swagsuite -- sponsored by Pioneer Elite, presented by Magnolia (the high-end home theatre company you may have seen inside Best Buy stores) -- and everyone also enjoyed the Mix Media Green Pavilion (photo shows the gifts inside the Mix Media Green Bag). It was indeed an Official "Hollywood green event", an excellent example of how more and more Hollywood parties and soirees have gone green to help raise awareness about climate concerns and healthier living.
On September 13, the Mix Media Award Suites kicked off its first day of Emmy celebration gifting some of the greatest in “green” goods and uber technology gadgets to TV’s favorite celebrities, who browsed, borrowed and got beauty treatments. Cheryl Hines (“Curb your Enthusiasm”) was all smiles and a delightful guest as she picked up some great eco-friendly products from Aubrey Organics and was very impressed with Kirsten Muenster’s ethically sourced jewels. The stunning Access Hollywood host Maria Menounos (photo) sat down for a foot massage but will be able to continue her relaxation at home with her new Detox America Foot Spa. The toys the boys couldn’t pull themselves away from included the Pioneer Elite Plasma TV and the rest of the mega home theater goodies (like the Blue Ray DVD player). Judd Nelson practically spent the day with Magnolia. Chris MacDonald went for a spin on America’s coolest new electric scooter from Vectrix (photo).George Clooney’s Tango commuter car was a big hit. These sleek new rides are quiet as mouse! They look like half a car when you first see them, as if dropped onto our streets from the future -- but these babies are built for speed, as well as safety, and besides being able to fit into any tight parking spot, they are very cool to look at. “George Clooney’s Tango Commuter car was such a huge hit, he was so gracious to loan it to us for the green pavilion event,” said Kim Shimmel, owner of Mix Media.The Suites also hosted Rachel Harris ( “Notes from the Underbelly”), Kevin Sorbo, Michael Urie and Mark Indelicato (“Ugly Betty”), Jason Lee, Greg Grunberg ("Heroes") and Jenna Baird (“4400"). And all this was just Day 1!
The Suites had another successful day on Friday, introducing the latest and greatest “green” products and super swag to many talented actors; some you will soon know as they make their debut on some of the networks' most talked about new shows. Performers in attendance included Hal Sparks from “Queer as Folk” (photo) as well as Kenny Johnson (“The Shield” and “Saving Grace”), Rachelle Carson-Begley (host of “Living with Ed” on HGTV), Omarosa ("The Apprentice"), Andy Baldwin ("The Bachelor"), Leyla Milani (“Deal or No Deal”), Christian Clemson (Emmy nominee for “Boston Legal”) Madeline Zima (“Californication”), Joshua Gomez (NBC’s new series “Chuck”), Dania Rameriz (“Hereos”), Tony Dovolani (choreographer/judge on “Dancing with the Stars”) and Kaisha Whitaker.The Mix Media Award Suites then wrapped up pre-Emmy week with a bang on Saturday, the final day. Scott Baio (45 and single, according to his reality show's title) was one of the first guests of the day, followed by Tim Daly, Anthony Anderson ("K-Ville"), David Boreanaz ("Bones"), Sofia Vergara, Natalie Zea, Oscar Nunez (“The Office”), Robert Knepper (“Prison Break”), Sarah Lancaster, and the crew from "It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia." These thesps were just a handful of the Suites' fabulous visitors.
Anthony looked right at home on the Vectrix Scooter, while Scott and his fiancée picked up a Little Stork bag for their future little one. Hal Sparks and David Boreanaz got goodies from Detox America like their Bio Feedback Machine, and Home Detox Spas as well as Aubrey Organics for men. The ladies enjoyed other AliveExpo! products such as Aubrey Organics for women, Pure & Basic, Head Organics and were pleased to see one more person going green with accessories like Kirsten Muenster’s ethically sourced jewelry. Bags were overflowing with green goods! To top it off, LeSpa certificates were also gifted to VIP guests, good for any spa service of their choice from the Sofitel’s gorgeous new spa!
Another excellent room at the Mix Media Suites featured Pence Hathorn Silver, LA’s top Westside real estate firm. They joined the AliveExpo! Green pavilion lounge in order to build awareness and help educate the media, celebrities and general public about building green and becoming more environmentally conscious. PHS has worked with A-list celebrities and affluent clientele for years, but this was their first opportunity to visit face to face with some of televisions most recognized faces and share their “green” advice. Aside from welcoming potential buyers, they shared knowledge about building green, what that means for interested buyers or those who might want to go green.
Rachel Harris and fellow funny actress Cheryl Hines (photo) checked out the suite. Hines just purchased a home, but told PHS partner Loraine Silver that she has a friend who might be looking to buy and was excited to share all of this new information. PHS partners Charles Pence and John Hathorn entertained other celeb guests such as Hal Sparks, Kevin Sorbo, Gigi Grazer (who wrote “The Starter Wife"), Scott Baio, and Judd Nelson. Everyone was thrilled to hear about PHS's “going green” campaign. Pence Hathorn Silver also hosted celebrity interior designer Kari Whitman, HGTV TV’s Rachelle Begley, Michael Maloney and Paige Hemmis (hosts of “Extreme Home Makeover”) -- all of whom look forward to collaborating on future projects. The PHS room was a huge success, and now everyone knows who to turn to when it comes to the experts in real estate and making Southern California a better place to live (Pence Hathorn Silver can be reached at http://www.phsrealty.com/ or 800-874-5018).The LA Report thanks Kim Shimmel, Mix Media, and Stacy Broff at Diamond Girl PR for their assistance on another very successful event.
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