Gorgeous Waterfront Home
in the Community of Annapolis Roads

• 3800 sf contemporary home with over 1/2 acre of land
• featuring 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths
• gourmet kitchen, cozy family room with fireplace, sunroom, and endless windows
• master bedroom features a large walk-in closet, as well as a sitting room with additional closets
• pier with electric & 15,000 lb boat lift
• easy access to the Chesapeake Bay & water to accommodate most large sailboats
• wonderful home for entertaining or just a weekend getaway

The community of Annapolis Roads features:

Private community park, beach, boat ramp & dingy storage area
The Annapolis Golf Club is also located within the community

Offered @ $1,200,000

Contact Carol Snyder @ 410.647.2222 or CSnyder@cbmove.com. Or visit http://carolsmdhomes.com

Dwyane Wade; NBA All-Star basketball champion, and guard for the Miami Heat. DJ Irie; internationally renowned DJ, and leader of all beats and music of different genres. Would you ever even fathom that these two masters of their profession would end up joining forces for the same cause? Well, if you wouldn’t, then you are proven wrong.

On March 24, in Fort Lauderdale, superstars Dwyane Wade and DJ Irie teamed up with Specialty Automotive Treatments to raise over $40,000 for Wade’s World Foundation at a special “The Boys & Their Toys” event.

The event was off to a fantastic start the moment the doors opened, as Wade, Irie, and Ralph Jorge (owner of Specialty Automotive Treatments) said a very warm and serene welcome to all of the supportive guests. The SAT showroom was full of notable NBA stars as well as other prestigious guests alike. As HEAT broadcaster Jason Jackson emceed the festivities, guests were invited to munch on the delicious food provided by the East Grill, and sip on the complimentary cocktails that were produced to perfection by the best bartenders of Miami.

But the highlight of the night would had to have been the fabulous auction that took place, offering dazzling prices that only the most wealthy could retrieve. Featured auction items included a “once-in-a-lifetime” Dwyane Wade Experience which included courtside seats to a HEAT game, dinner for two to Prime 112 in South Beach, and the opportunity to spend one-on-one time with Wade.  This item was so popular, and so demanded, that Wade graciously offered up an additional package to accommodate two separate bidders.

Other auction items included a “Sip. Savor. Flirt. Play” Package from the W Hotel Fort Lauderdale; a “Peace Thru Music” diamond necklace and bracelet set from Levinson Jewelers, plus a magnificent dinner for four at SoLita Las Olas; The Collection’s Audi Model Driving Experience which included a trip to Sonoma, California; and a custom installed ESCORT 9500ci GPS enabled Radar Detector and Laser Shifter, plus a Custom Katzkin Leather interior from Specialty Automotive Treatments. Event sponsors also included East City Grill, Levinson Jewelers, The Collection, W Fort Lauderdale, Whiskey Blue, Steak 954, Bliss, CIROC Vodka and Aventura Worldwide Transportation.

Without a doubt, this event was one of the most talked about happenings this month in South Florida, and with the congenial cause that it is promoting for young children in need, it also happens to be one of the most humanitarian.

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What would be of New York if it didn’t have its diverse population? People come from all over the world searching for the American Dream. A particular group that seems to be very prominent is the British. And what would be a better way to highlight the British culture in New York than a book full of photographs of British-born figures living in the city by Jason Bell?

Thomas Pink, the British Shirt Authority, hosted a spectacular event to celebrate the U.S. launch of Jason Bell’s new book, An Englishman in New York, on the night of March 24 at its Madison Avenue flagship store. The book shows many photographs of those who were born in Britain and are now living in the City That Never Sleeps. The Thomas Pink store was converted into a beautiful gallery space with a broad selection of Bell’s portraits from An Englishman in New York on display during the party. An Englishman in New York features taxi drivers, cops, construction workers, divers, helicopter pilots, chefs, burlesque dancers, drug dealers, UN ambassadors and even dog walkers—many of which, among others, attended the party to honour Jason and his book.

The launch party embodied the key elements that represented all things British in the heart of New York, with over 300 guests enjoying U’luvka Vodka specialty cocktails suitably named “The Englishman” and “The New Yorker”. British hors d’oeuvres, such as petite Shepherd’s pies and smoked Scottish salmon on buckwheat waffles. The display of a handsome London taxi owned by Tea & Sympathy and A Salt & Battery of the West Village completed the atmosphere. It was stationed on Madison Avenue in front of Thomas Pink’s Flagship store for guests to marvel at. Guests were able to move to the beats of British music hits, from Sting to The Smiths.

Some of those that were in attendance were Jason Bell, Photographer, Guy Harrington, Editor of An Englishman in New York, Mark Weber, CEO, LVMH, Inc. and Chairman and CEO, Donna Karan International, Jonathan Heilbron, President and CEO of Thomas Pink, Jean-Marc Plisson, CEO of Fresh, Inc., Mark Holmes, Founder of U’luvka Vodka, Colin Asare-Appiah, Brand Ambassador and Mixologist for U’luvka Vodka, Sir Mark Lyall Grant, U.K. Ambassador for the United Nations, Vicky Ward, Author and Vanity Fair Contributing Editor, Nicky Perry and Sean Kavanagh-Dowsett, Owners of Tea & Sympathy and A Salt & Battery.

To view more pictures from this event, check out Haute Living’s photo gallery.

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The beautiful and classy Jennifer Aniston has put her home on the market. Her 10,000-square-foot, five bedroom, seven and a half bathroom home is officially on the market for an astronomical asking price of $42 million. The mansion is located in Beverly Hills, California, along with the homes of many other celebrities who live in the same highly coveted neighborhood.

It is on the market just month after completing an extensive expansion and undergoing a flawless multi-million dollar rennovation. The home was designed by Hal Leavitt and re-worked by Stephen Shadley, and has an Asian and Balinese-inspired theme. The name of the home is called Ohana and it is a gated home with tons of privacy. It sits on one acre of land and includes the staff suite and expansive master bedroom with two bathrooms that include steam showers, sunken tubs and a Japanese Ofuro tub.

Even though this property may be voluminous, it is still cozy, having two living rooms, one with a wet bar and the other wrapped in rosewood paneling. It features several dining areas, a gourmet kitchen and a separate catering kitchen for large parties and events. The wood, glass and stone residence is equipped with state-of-the-art smart house technology, extensive security systems, a home gym, an equipment room, heaps of storage space, a 3-car garage and motor court. The vast walls of floor to ceiling glass seamlessly merge the luxe interior spaces with the resort-style grounds that include large terraces, various water features and, natch, a celebrity style infinity-edged swimming pool and spa with 180-degree views from downtown to the Pacific Ocean.

Aniston purchased this property in November 2006 for $13,500,000.

[Source: The Real Estalker]

You know how sometimes close friends get together for a friendly competition of cocktail mixing? They go over each other’s homes for the sole purpose of bragging rights, and seeing who can create the best concoction of everyone’s favorite refreshing alcoholic beverages. Now, imagine this same event but with A-List tennis players at a swanky Miami lounge. Sounds fancy?

Well the Sony Ericsson Open’s 2nd Annual Player Mix-Off stayed true to the fun and light-heartedness of the game while still maintaining the lavishness of South Florida by setting it up at the Bombay Sapphire Lounge.

After three straight matches of tennis during the Sony Ericsson Open, the players of this event were more than happy to finally battle it out for a different prize: Best Cocktail Maker. But these competitors were not common enemies; they instead were Horia Tecau and Robert Lindstedt, who just so happen to be partners for the doubles tournaments of tennis. These previous colleagues put their collaboration on the back-burner to battle head-to-head in this competition of fly glasses and splashing drinks. Judged by glamorous Real Housewife of Miami, Cristy Rice, the competitors made their own creations, but did not forget to make the Sony Ericsson’s signature cocktail, the Bombay Sapphire Ace Collins.

Now although everyone was interested in seeing who would come out triumphant in this event, but because both drinks were so fantastic, the tournament ultimately ended in a tie, and finalized the Sony Ericsson Open with fun, laughter, and amazing drinks that dazzled the guests, surely making them not want to wait until they could come back next year and have an even more remarkable time.

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Last night, I was glued to the television, watching the Real Housewives of Miami… And as I partially watch the show, and check my sources for new content, up pops Hublot’s new piece, the Big Bang Leopard. Totally unintended!

If you’re unaware, the “Housewives of Miami” on Bravo TV presents the lavish lifestyles of six socialites in Miami. Most of them are pretty hot ladies, so when this watch popped up, I couldn’t help but chuckle at the irony. In any event, appreciate this new look from Hublot!

Specifications:

• 41mm, rose gold case
• satin-finished, 18K red gold bezel set with 48 andalusites, smoked quartz and baguette citrine
• leopard print on dial with 8 yellow diamond bezel-settings
• faceted and polished hands
• crystal sapphire with interior/exterior anti-reflective treatment
• 18K red gold casebook
• 18K red gold crown with black rubber insert
• water resistance to 100 meters
• HUB4300, automatic mechanical chronograph movement
• leopard print denim wristlet, stitched into black rubber
• 18K red gold deployant buckle

Jason Williams is an independent behind the thesogolonmovement.com. The site was launched to catalog and share what he considers to be the coolest, downtempo timepieces ever brought to market

The Spa at the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North has introduced a deluxe Cherry Blossom Body Polish treatment in time for spring. Plus, a portion of proceeds from the service will support aid in Japan.

Spring and summer mean swimsuits and sunshine, and do you know what goes best with that healthy glow? Smooth, healthy and radiant skin. The Cherry Blossom Body Polish at the Spa at Four Seasons Scottsdale begins with a sweet cherry blossom sugar scrub to invigorate your skin and buff it to perfection. Next, a deeply hydrating cherry blossom body butter will be applied to your newly exfoliated skin in order to lock in moisture and make you positively glow. Not to mention, you’ll smell positively divine.

The 50-minute treatment is $165, and when you book the Cherry Blossom Body Polish (available through the end of April), Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale will donate 20 percent of the proceeds to the American Red Cross, to be directed toward the Japanese relief effort.

Following your spa time, consider grabbing lunch or enjoying a beverage on the property. To show further support for Japan, the Four Seasons has also added a special line item to all food and beverage checks for guests who want to make a charitable contribution.And we have a great idea for dessert, too: The resort will be offering cherry cupcakes in their lobby from noon to 5 p.m. each day throughout the month of April, also for an optional donation.

So feel free to give as much or as little as you can, as proceeds from both of the above optional donation opportunities will be directed toward aid in Japan as well.

Call the Spa at 480.513.5145 to make your reservation.

Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North is located at 10600 E. Crescent Moon Drive in Scottsdale

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You’ve seen him on Project Runway telling would-be designers to make it work, to mitigate and to edit down their ideas, but now you’ll have your chance to see him in person when Tim Gunn presents the best of spring’s sartorial offerings at Fashion Island on April 16th. He’s teamed up with the Liz Claiborne, Inc., boutiques at the center to put on a fashion show and give tips on looking your best. Make room in your schedule and you’ll definitely be “in.”

More than just a co-host, Tim Gunn is a mentor and confidante on Project Runway. Since he’s been with Liz Claiborne, Inc. as Chief Creative Officer, though, he’s been bringing that same mentorship and friendship to women everywhere with his book Gunn’s Golden Rules and articles in Elle, Marie Claire and more. And like at his position as Honorary Chair at Parsons: the New School for design, he’ll be bringing the same sage advice when he showcases the latest from Juicy Couture, Lucky Brand Jeans and Kate Spade during a fashion presentation in the Neiman Marcus/Bloomingdale’s courtyard at 1:00 p.m. He’ll be explaining how the new spring pieces can be integrated into any wardrobe and explain the importance of proportion, fit and personal style.

Be sure to get there early, since there’ll be no reserved seating at the event. But for true Gunn fans, shoppers can get a professional photo with the style guru. Just spend a total of $150 at the Liz Claiborne, Inc. boutiques at Fashion Island.

Fashion Island is located at 401 Newport Center Dr., in Newport Beach. For more information on the Tim Gunn personal appearance, call 949.720.3300. For more information on Fashion Island, visit their official web site at www.shopfashionisland.com.

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Former NBA player and honoree Dikembe Mutombo, FACE Africa founder Saran Kaba Jones, and Antoine Jones. Kaba Jones’s beautiful gown was designed by Haitian-born but Boston-based designer Prajje Jean-Baptiste.

On Saturday, March 26, FACE Africa hosted the annual gala: A Clean Water Benefit at the Taj Boston. The charity organization, founded by Saran Kaba Jones and based out of Cambridge is now in its second year. FACE Africa raises funds to bring clean and safe water to communities in Liberia and provide more opportunities to Liberian women. Worldwide, unsafe drinking water causes more than two million deaths each year, and is fatal for up to one in five Liberians. This year’s gala benefitted ten Liberian schools.

Special guest Whitney Port, speaker and honoree. Port and her family visited Liberia and donated $1,000 in merchandise from her fashion line to the night’s silent auction.

The festivities consisted of an elite champagne reception, hosted bar, passed hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction, and a three-course dinner. Special guests former NBA player Dikembe Mutombo, fashion designer/MTV actress Whitney Port, and Victoria’s Secret supermodel Oluchi Orlandi. Other notable attendees were Tennessee Titan Rennie Curran, who tweeted about the “awesome” and “inspiring” time he had in Boston;  former Liberian ambassador to the U.S. M. Nathaniel Barnes; and Boston City Councilor Tito Jackson.

Celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson, awarded the FACE Africa Humanitarian Award for his work with UNICEF (and recent Guest Chef of the White House under the Obama administration), and his wife, model Maya Samuelsson.

Generous sponsors of the event included De Beers, Gilt City, Thomas Pink of London, Taj Hotels, Resorts, and Palaces, Starbucks, and Cynthia Rowley. Silent auction items included designer clothing, African art, jewelry, and designer handbags, like the Dior one pictured below.

Lady Dior Handbag, silent auction item. (Available at Saks Fifth Avenue, $2,700.00).

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"New Porsche Design Boutique Adds Spice to a Reved Up Lifestyle"

Porsche, a name synonymous with classic luxury, has reved up the wow factor here in San Francisco. Under the Porsche Design brand, a high-adrenaline accessories store on Grant Street near Union Square has opened and offers a full range of Porsche Design products.

“San Francisco is an important location for our brand,” sayd Dr. Juergen Gessler, CEO of Porsche Design Group. “The people living here are creative types that support and seek out good design.”

Porsche Design products blend fashion with function, and add the splash of international swagger that only the prestigious Porsche name can deliver. Quality luggage, pens, sunglasses, watches, home electronics, and small leather goods have been a part of Porsche Design’s product line for years, all of which are sold at the store along with the Porsche Design label’s chic selection of men’s and women’s fashion. Porsche Design boutiques are found all over the world, including Europe, Asia and Australia. This is the first Porsche Design store in Northern California.

The Porsche Design Studio was established in Stuttgart, Germany in 1972 by Professor Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, grandson of the Porsche founder and designer of the Porsche 911, the quintessential sports car turned iconic classic. Like the car, the accessories are timeless and functional, characterized by innovation, and imbued with a style that gives new meaning to the word ‘racey’.

Porsche Design is located at 100 Grant Street.

"Timeless Timepieces by Porsche Design"

Kimberley Lovato is a freelance writer, and Porsche owner, based in San Francisco.

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