{L'ELEPHANTE LOVE}

...I have always had a passion for elephants and just came across with many lovely & fun elephant chic necklaces and cuffs to wear! Cant wait to get some of them soon!

{LA PLAGE BY RALPH LAUREN}

I am in love with Ralph Lauren's new collection called La Plage (The Beach) it is like being on the French Riviera! I suggest you visit the Ralph Lauren Home website http:// http://www.ralphlaurenhome.com/ for more inspiration or better yet, book a trip to Nice! Bon Voyage!

{DIANE VON FURSTENBERG FALL 2010}

"I always wanted to live a man's life in a woman's body."

-Diane von Furstenberg

{SAN FRANCISCO ORCHID SOCIETY}

The Pacific Orchid Exposition, the nation's largest orchid show, is almost here!
February 26-28, 2010
At Fort Mason Center
To learn more about the event, visit:
http://www.orchidsanfrancisco.org/

{PIZZERIA DELFINA}

Pizzeria Delfina is one of my favorite restaurants in San Francisco for their near-perfect pizzas, fabulous wine selection and eclectic array of appetizers. I tend to be pretty stubborn when it comes to trying new things, but the pig ears with lime and chili oil were truly life changing. It’s a nice reminder that the safe choice is not always the most fulfilling. Visit their new location on Pacific Heights!

{PHILANTHROPIC EVENT TO BENEFIT DRESS FOR SUCCESS}

Thanks Tango Diva Travel Blog for helping to promote this fantastic event and wonderful cause so dear to me! To read the full story and to learn more about Tango Diva follow the link.
http://www.tangodiva.com/blog/category/calendar-of-cool-events/


San Francisco’s Epi Center MedSpa Launches its Year of Philanthropy Honoring Dress for Success
by Teresa Rodriguez Williamson

Having recently been named the nation’s “Top Medical Spa” by DaySpa Magazine, Epi Center MedSpa San Francisco is renown as a luxury retreat in the heart of San Francisco’s Union Square. While the center is proud to receive such prestigious acclaim, it takes even more pride in its support of the local community.

In 2009, Epi Center MedSpa supported over 24 community groups, hosted events for 12 non-profit organizations and held six unique fundraising events. Beneficiaries included organizations that support women’s health issues, HIV/AIDS, children and families, animals, arts and culture as well as environmental causes. The center’s community partners include agencies such as: Global Green, Breast Cancer Emergency Fund, Academy of Friends, Edgewood Center for Families & Children, St. Anthony’s Foundation, Tenderloin Neighborhood Development Corporation and the San Francisco Ballet.

The center kicks off its 2010 community giving campaign with a fundraising event on Feb. 16 benefitting Dress for Success, an organization that promotes independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life.

“Epi Center is the perfect partner for Dress for Success,” says Maria Barrios Ehmer, community philanthropist who raises funds and awareness for organizations including for Dress for Success. “While it’s their mission to help people look their personal best, it’s our mission to help underprivileged women in our community look professional, so that they have the confidence to thrive in today’s workforce.”

About the Event

Maria Barrios Ehmer, Brenda Zarate, Beth Schnitzer, Natalia Urrutia and Francein Freer Hansen invite you to share the love! Enjoy a lovely night of great friends and great conversation. Tour the award-winning Epi Center MedSpa and learn about treatments and services.

Tuesday, February 16, 2010
6:00pm – 8:00pm

Epi Center MedSpa
450 Sutter Street Suite 800
San Francisco, CA
www.skinrejuv.com

Donate your accessories: Purses, Briefcases, Jewelries, Belts and Scarves

Please RSVP to rsvp@epicentermedspa.com

{HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR 2010}

Gung Hay Fat Choy!

Today February 14, is the first day of Chinese New year 2010 - the year of the Tiger!

Tigers are physically powerful, gracious, independent and brave, they are extremely bold animals. They are friendly and loving but can also selfish and short tempered. Tigers seek attention and power; frequently they are envious in a relation. Tigers live dangerously which often leads to trouble. They are intolerant, take risks and are always searching for excitement. Tigers are also instilled with a good dose of courage. The Tiger has an overpowering attraction and is very kind and always takes on the character as protector. The Tiger flourishes by power and attention and takes advantage of all circumstances it gets itself into. The Tiger is a natural leader and loves to be the center of attention. As a rebel it goes up against authority and speaks out about wrongs in society, and willingly puts up objections. Even if you don’t agree with the beliefs of the tiger you admire his way to protest.

{HAPPY VALENTINES DAY}

Anyone can catch your eye, but it takes someone special to catch your heart.

{HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME}

Thanks for all the phone calls, emails, cards, facebook messages, hugs and kisses I've received today, lunching with my girlfriends was so much fun! Also a friend just shared with me the following "There comes a point in your life when you realize: Who matters, Who never did, Who won't anymore... And who always will. So, don't worry about people from your past, there's a reason why they didn't make it to your future."

I am so grateful and blessed to have wonderful people around me ... Thank you for your love and support.

{R.I.P ALEXANDER MCQUEEN! 1969-2010}

The fashion world is in mourning after the lost of such an incredible and talented designer.

R.I.P. Alexander McQueen ... You will never be forgotten!
March 16, 1969 - February 11, 2010

{HEAVEN ATOP OF NOB HILL}

Looking for a Valentine's Day gift for your honey or for a girlfriend, think no more and get him /her a gift certificate from The award-winning Nob Hill Spa at the Huntington Hotel. The Spa features 10 treatment rooms, an indoor infinity pool, Jacuzzi, outdoor patio, fireside lounge area, workout room, yoga studio, steam and sauna rooms, and the Nob Hill Spa Boutique.

You can enjoy from nail care services, luxury body treatments, massages therapies, facials, gentleme's services, couple treatments & packages ... I personally recomend the new seaweed leaf body ritual! You'll love it!

For Gift Certificates and Reservations call at (415) 345-2888

Nob Hill Spa at the Huntington Hotel
1075 California Street
San Francisco

{DRESS FOR SUCCESS}

Maria Barrios Ehmer, Brenda Zarate, Beth Schnitzer, Natalia Urrutia and Francein Freer Hansen invite you to share the love!

An accessory drive to benefit Dress for Success!

Dress for Success San Francisco is a non-profit organization focused exclusively on helping low income women acquire jobs, build careers and improve the quality of life for their children and families. Their private boutique is an encouraging environment that provides wardrobe and interview preparation services, employment retention programs and life management consultation.

Enjoy a lovely night of great friends and great conversation. Tour the award-winning Epi Center MedSpa and learn about treatments and services.

Tuesday, February 16, 2010
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Epi Center MedSpa
450 Sutter Street Suite 800
San Francisco, CA
www.skinrejuv.com

Donate your accessories:
Purses, Briefcases, Jewelries, Belts and Scarves

Enjoy our raffle and fantastic prizes including a $50 Gift Certificate for attending!

Please RSVP to rsvp@epicentermedspa.com

Hope to see all my girls there! This is an amazing cause and a great way to give back to our community helping women to rebuild their self esteem and confidence.

{HAPPY WEEKEND}

Yummy! Have a great weekend!

{LET THE GAMES BEGIN}

Are you excited about the Vancouver Olympics yet? Well, I am! Not only are they in one of the most stunning places in Canada but there will be lots of great moments to watch.

And the fact that Ralph Lauren is the official designer of the U.S. Team will make this even more fun to watch!

{WHAT SHE WANTS}

Tracy Reese, Scalloped-Trim Dress, $155 (on sale)
Gorjana, Petal Drop Earrings, $65
Chasing Fireflies, Giant Heart Lollipop, $24
François Dallegret, Art Breaker Paperweight, $65
Kate Spade, Kellis Pump, $285
Tory Burch, Valentine's Day Cosmetic Case, $75
Museumize, Love Paperweight, $68
J.Crew, Flutter-Flower Clutch, $128
Banana Republic, Promise Knot Ring, $25
Jess L.C., Lucky in Bed Necklace, $40

{LOVE IS IN THE AIR}