Haute Living Los Angeles March/April 2012
Kim Kardashian Files for Divorce from Kris Humphries After 72 Days; Minus5 Breaks the Replica of Her 20-Plus Carat Ring

Guests of Minus5 Ice Bar help dismantle and ice replica of Kim Kardashian's 20-plus carat engagement ring ice sculpture.

A mere 72 days after she got married to Kris Humphries, Kim Kardashian filed for divorce. TMZ reported that Kardashian did not want to move to Humphries’ native Minnesota and instead wanted to continue living in Los Angeles near her family and career.

But the occasion gave one attraction a reason to celebrate. Minus5 Ice Bar at Mandalay Place invited the gentlemen visiting the icy confines to welcome the beauty back to being a single lady by picking away at an ice replica of her 20-plus-carat engagement ring from the ice bar. Minus5 dubbed it a “way of liberating the star while ‘breaking the ice’ for what they hope could turn into a relationship of their own.”

When the couple announced their engagement this summer, Minus5 Ice Bar created a replica of Kardashian’s engagement ring made completely out of ice and weighing in at nearly 500 pounds. Fans across the globe visited to pose with the popular sculpture while toasting to the (then-)happy couple.

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Oct 31, 2011 8:14 PM
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Haute Event: These Boots Were Made for Rockin’

The Thunder from Down Under show off the infamous KISS boots.

The Australian Bee Gees Tribute Group and the men of Australia’s “Thunder From Down Under” suited up this Halloween weekend in the official KISS boots that are currently touring Las Vegas in celebration of the upcoming opening of KISS By Monster Mini Golf. Of course the boots are making the rounds in Vegas on a limited engagement tour. It’s an only-in-Vegas type of event.

Look for the new KISS By Monster Mini Golf to open early next year. The indoor glow-in-the-dark course will feature a monster theme. The rockin’ 18-hole miniature golf course, a state-of-the-art arcade, the largest KISS gift shop in the world, a KISS Gallery, “Hotter Than Hell” Wedding Chapel and the “Rock ‘n Roll All Nite” Café will all be part of the new attraction slated to open in January.

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Oct 31, 2011 7:53 PM
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“Hedonist” Yacht by Art of Kinetik

Source: Yatzer

Designed by Art of Kinetik,  the ultra-luxurious yacht, called the “Hedonist”, a term that perfectly describes this 63 foot glamor machine, is defined as “pursuit of or devotion to pleasure, especially to the pleasures of the senses“.

“Hedonist” Yacht combines a solid mahogany hull and Rolls Royce water jets, making it a joy to ride, even at its top speed of 40 knots. The design is considered to be a good mix of technology and art, as this yacht has an outstanding appearance. Aesthetics was one of the main factors to consider when planning this project. Every element was carefully studied and optimized.

Source: Yatzer

Source: Yatzer

Source: Yatzer

The interior brings together state-of-the art modern arrangements and the best utilities out there. The bathroom is fully equipped and so is the kitchen. And did you notice the minimalist approach on the “living room”? Comfort is ensured down to the smallest details. The “Hedonist” has sleeping space for two or three people, but can have up to 12 persons aboard, making it a perfect place for having an intimate, exceptional party.

Source: Yatzer

Source: Pursuitist

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Oct 31, 2011 7:07 PM
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Haute Event: Deadmau5 Brings His ‘Ghosts N Stuff’ Theme to XS Nightclub

Holly Madison and Angel Porrino made it out to see deadmau5 at XS Nightclub.

Deadmau5 made his return to Las Vegas last night with an explosive set that filled XS Nightclub at Wynn Las Vegas with his signature pulsing sounds alongside celebrity revelers. The “Ghosts N Stuff” theme filled the venue as cocktail servers dressed as the walking dead and enormous one-of-a-kind video screens surrounding the stage flashed spooky images. Even deadmau5 played into the holiday spirit sporting a tacky Hawaiian shirt and accessorized the ensemble with a bucket hat, fly swatter and pipe creating an outrageous tourist look.

The night began with a special pre-shift pep talk from deadmau5 to rev up more than 100 costumed staff members for what would be an incredible evening ahead. Doors opening shortly after 9 p.m. and thousands of party-goers poured into the mega club.

DJ Le Castle Vania opened the Halloween celebration with a set that shook the venue to its core ensuring was all party-goers were amped for the set ahead. Within two hours, XS reached its capacity and the crowd was ready for deadmau5 to take the stage.

Shortly before 1 a.m., Le Castle Vania led thousands of excited fans in a countdown to welcome the electronic music visionary to the stage. As the crowd hit one, smoke erupted from stage and the mouse head appeared. Deadmau5 kicked off his highly anticipated set wearing his signature headpiece, this evening’s creation resembling cheese with missing holes in the ears, and began to drop tracks.

After he crafted a few tracks on the fly, Sofia “Sofi” Toufa joined him onstage to lend her intoxicating vocals to the set as he transitioned into the song “Sofi Needs a Ladder.” Supporting her performance from the stage was boyfriend and Mötley Crüe member Tommy Lee who is also a longtime friend to deadmau5. Toufa dressed as the Queen of Hearts, and Lee dressed as a devil were seen on stage throughout the evening, tweeting out cute pictures to their many followers.

The tantalizing performance was bound to have a celebrity presence as Holly Madison and Angel Porrino were capturing the set from the exclusive on-stage table. The starlets from “Holly’s World” were dressed to the nines. Madison wore a sexy Minnie Mouse costume with glowing ears, two-piece polka dot ensemble, and bright yellow Louboutin pumps. Also joining the festivities was Phil Ivey, a notable American professional poker player who has won eight World Series of Poker bracelets.

As the evening turned into morning, there was no end in sight to deadmau5’s unforgettable set. His fluid tracks continued and finally, the song of the hour and inspiration behind the party’s theme, “Ghosts N Stuff,” pumped through the speakers as a cloud of confetti came cascading from the ceiling. From pool deck to dance floor, not a body was still as party-goers became immersed in the chart topping hit.

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Oct 31, 2011 6:50 PM
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Haute Event: Ronnie Ortiz-Magro and Leroy Garrett Hit Vanity’s Sinner’s Ball

Ronnie Ortiz-Magro at Vanity Nightclub.

MTV took over the Hard Rock Hotel Sunday night for Vanity Nightclub’s Sinners’ Ball. “Jersey Shore” star Ronnie Ortiz-Magro and Leroy Garrett from “The Real World: Las Vegas” came out to celebrate the Halloween weekend with fans and friends. Ortiz-Magro left his costume at home for the night while Garrett came dressed as a nerd for the party’s costume contest, which was full of creative costumes including someone dressed as Bumblebee from “Transformers.”

Also on property on Sunday was rapper Flo Rida, who spent the afternoon at Hard Rock Beach Club’s pool. The artist, known for hits including “Low” featuring T-Pain, “Right Round” and “In The Ayer,” hung out poolside with a large group of friends drinking bottles of Belvedere Patron and dancing to the deejay who was spinning nearby.

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Oct 31, 2011 6:29 PM
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Cocktails and catwalk

Calling London’s menfolk! Want to get up close and personal with the finalists of Miss Clubs  – the definitive answer on where the most beautiful girls party? Get yourself down to  Core Spirits flagship store in salubrious New Bond Street tomorrow night for cocktails and The Miss Clubs 2011 grand final catwalk.

The show, which kicks off at 7pm, will see 21 finalists from across Europe showcasing outfits fron the Core Spirit range in advance of the competition’s grand final at Cafe de Paris on November 2, where over £50,000 of prizes and the crown of Miss Clubs will be presented.

For more information and tickets to both the catwalk and the grand final, please contact info@missclubs.com

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Oct 31, 2011 5:38 PM
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Yoshitomo Nara at Pace Gallery

Photo: Tomio Koyama Gallery

Yoshitomo Nara, one of Japan’s most notable Neo Pop artists, will be showing his new body of work at Pace Gallery in New York City. Nara is known for paintings that depict cartoon like images of children and animals, sometimes with a dark twist. His paintings blend both Eastern and Western aesthetics and the imagery often comments on popular culture and the social ideals that inform mass consumerism.

Nara is an established artist who has had over 40 solo exhibitions at some of the most prestigious venues in the world; needless to say, Pace Gallery is honored to join the list. The show isn’t taking place for some time however – the exhibit is scheduled for debut in 2013. So all you art enthusiasts and collectors out there, pay close attention to the HL website for more information and details regarding this important cultural event.

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Oct 31, 2011 4:49 PM
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Steve Jobs’ Childhood Home Influenced His Designs

Steve Jobs was one of the most innovative men in the world, especially when it came to the design of his products. He always knew how to upgrade the look and feel of a new computer or phone with a sleek simplicity reminiscent of modern architecture. But all the success he experienced in his life makes one wonder where his genius came from. When it comes to design, we can take a look back to Jobs’ early life and his childhood home for inspiration. Jobs grew up in a modernist home designed by Joseph Eichler – a man who believed that he could bring modern sophistication to the middle class. Eichler himself was inspired by other modernist greats such as Frank Lloyd Wright.

The house that Jobs grew up in was filled with large glass windows, high ceilings, sleek countertops and open spaces. Sound familiar? Apple products seem to be driven by a similar aesthetic  - shiny glass faces, sleek plastic surfaces and overall simple shapes. It’s hard to believe that Jobs childhood spent in such an architecturally significant home didn’t have an impact on the way he saw the world.

Source: Architizer

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Oct 31, 2011 4:45 PM
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Five Condominiums on the Market in L.A.’s Famed Sierra Towers

Five units are now on the market—including a $9.5 million penthouse—in L.A.’s celebrity studded, iconic Sierra Towers. Former residents of the famed 31-story West Hollywood high-rise include David Geffen, Sidney Poitier, Lindsay Lohan, Matthew Perry and Rachel Zoe.  Elton John, Joan Collins, Cher, and Courtney Cox are amongst the current homeowners at the 9255 Doheny Road condominium building.

The building is truly irreplaceable; modern zoning laws would not allow such a high-rise to be built in that area. Its unique position as the tallest building in West Hollywood, paired with its breathtaking views, beautiful architecture, and discreet staff are all factors that have worked to make the Sierra Towers one of L.A.’s most expensive high-rises—with units consistently selling for $1,000 a foot or more.

The Sierra Towers, designed by Jack A. Charney, was originally developed for $12 million by Walter and Leo Minskoff; nearly the same amount as the asking price for the available penthouse. It first opened in 1966 and drew celebrities like David Jensen, star jockey Willie Shoemaker, and then Tawny Kitaen. Frank Sinatra allegedly helped finance the project because he wanted his mother to live in the building.  In more recent years, residents recount real-life celebrity moments such as Lindsay Lohan arguing with then-boyfriend Scott Storch in the elevator, and Joan Collins and her Dynasty nemesis Diahann Carroll exercising together in the building’s gym.

Source: The Hollywood Reporter

Oct 31, 2011 4:39 PM
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HAUTE PARTNERS: HIGH END HEAVEN
by Mollie Lichy

When it comes to decorating a home or just a single room, Tui Lifestyle can make it happen – in 72 hours, no less.

Tui Lifestyle Chairman and founder Jason Atkins has made it his mission to take an empty space and transform it into a custom-furnished, high-end haven utilizing designer turnkey furniture collections. Originally launched in 2008 as a rental business, Tui Lifestyle has become the most affordable, chic and time savvy way to decorate.

Clients choose from the 13 unique collections to furnish their home. Within 72 hours of placing their order, customers are greeted with full-furnished digs courtesy of Tui Lifestyle.

“You choose the design and price point that fits your lifestyle,” Atkins said. “The concept is high-end designer furniture with low end prices. We believe everyone should live in a well-designed home.”

Collections are delivered via white-glove service; the 72-hour installation begins only after a complete implementation plan is developed by Tui Lifestyle experts, ensuring customers receive exactly what they ordered.

Pricing begins at $12,995 and varies depending on which collection is chosen. Say goodbye to frustrating furniture shopping, movers, wait time, design fees, returning shipments, multiple deliveries and the rest of the burdens that often accompany decorating a home.

Each piece from Tui Lifestyle is exclusively hand crafted and individually sourced from the finest artisans across the globe.

“I wanted to revolutionize the way furniture is produced, sold and installed by providing full interior collections,” Atkins said.

And that he did. Tui Lifestyle collections come equipped with everything a home could need, from furniture to decorative accessories to electronics to original artwork to tableware to kitchen accessories to plush bedding and luxurious bath products. Furnishing a home couldn’t be any easier using Tui Lifestyle’s turnkey method.

Tui Lifestyle has catered to notable names like Francis Ford Coppola, Jennifer Lopez and several professional athletes. The brand has also decked out luxury destinations like Canyon Ranch Miami Beach,  Trump Towers in Sunny Isles Beach, Epic Residences, Marquis and Miami Viceroy condominiums.

Tui Lifestyle currently has six locations and three authorized dealers. Their flagship store is located in New York City’s Soho neighborhood.

As for what makes Tui Lifestyle so successful, Atkins’ answer is simple.

“We basically cut out the middlemen,” he said. “We inventory everything in Miami. We designed and manufactured all of the furniture. If you want a delivery to New York we will deliver it right from Miami.”

As for what’s next – Tui Lifestyle is launching a new hotel hospitality division that will expand their designs into hotel rooms across the globe.

Contact Tui Lifestyle for information on owning  your personalized collection or manage your own authorized dealer in your local city.

Oct 31, 2011 4:19 PM
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