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Models Jeneil Williams, Joan Smalls, Jourdan Dunn, Ataui Deng and Melodie Monrose cap off Lanvin's highlyacclaimed 2011 Spring/Summer RTW fashion show in printed silk jumpsuits paired with studded sandals.

One of the most notable collections of the Spring/Summer 2011 ready to wear season is nowavailable in Lanvin's new 4,520 square foot boutique on Rodeo Drive. Albert Elbaz, possibly one of themost innovative designers of our time, has created a collection of seductive styles that accent the trueimportance of movement. From the sultry draped print dresses made of cloque silk, to the superbly cutpant-suit, the Lanvin woman will have no problem finding just the right piece to suit her complex andsometimes contradicting feminine nature. The newly opened store also features a complete men's wearsection including bespoke services, the Blanch wedding collections, denim sportswear and accessories."Albert has a magical touch with everything ", said store manager, Meg Heinzer. "It's such a pleasure towork with him directly. He loves LA and draws inspiration from its ever present old world glamour,colorful, and free spirited energy."

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It begins with a color, a person, an emotion, a place. Inspiration is

harnessed and a vision is born. Sketches are drawn, the collective talent

rallied,

the fabric cut. After long nights in the studio, after the phone calls are placed,

the invitations mailed – the lights are dimmed, a crowd inhales, music pulses.

The model steps onto the catwalk and another page in the book of fashion

is written.

Fashion Forward! is our monthly feature celebrating the world of fashion and

delivering it to the readers of the Beverly Hills Courier in print and on-line

at bhcourier.com. Fashion Forward! delivers up-to-the minute news from the

world’s fashion runways, showcases articles that scout out LA’s latest and

greatest talent, and brings insightful interviews that introduce our readers to the

personalities and players of the fashion industry. Watch for global and local

trend alerts, styling tips, features on fresh talent and iconic legends, behind-the-

scene peeks from Rue de Faubourg St-Honoré to Rodeo Drive –

Fashion Forward! brings you news, stories, concepts and ideas.

Everything you need to live your life, in style.

From the desk of: Tawny Sanders

May 6, 2011 | Page B

• Fashion in Paradise• Hublot

This week...

• Tabitha Simmons• Shopping In

Wonderland

• Lanvin• Chanel

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John Simonian, founder of Westime, is highly regardedas a distinguished visionary, accomplished businessman and trueaficionado in the art and commerce of watch making. He recentlyopened his second mono-brand boutique in BeverlyHills.

Simonian's stores have allowed him the opportunityto test drive new brands and marketing strategieswhich lends itself perfectly to his next venture forWestime - distribution. His son Greg (fourth genera-tion to join the family firm) is President of Westimeand oversees sales, marketing and philanthropic pro-grams. Greg brings a relaxed Southern Californiavibe to the business and appears to have inherited hisfather's uncanny ability to identify talent and trends."The trend is going towards mono-brand boutiques",reports Greg. "A lot of watch brands want to have their ownstorefront". Case in point, the Richard Mille store on Via Rodeoand more recently the gorgeous Hublot boutique whichopened its doors on Brighton Way, April 23rd.

Hublot's history began with Carlo Crocco, who designed hisfirst watch, which he named Hublot, after the French word for"porthole". It was the first watch to feature a natural rubberstrap (which alone took 3 years to design) and despite failing toattract a single customer when it debuted in 1980 at the BaselWatch Fair, became an overnight sensation with sales in excess of$2 million during its first year. Preoccupied with his own designwork and fundraising activities, Crocco handed over the duties toJean-Claude Biver in 2004, who subsequently set about creating anew flagship collection. The Hublot "Big Bang" Chronograph wasunveiled at the Basel Watch Fair in 2005 and enjoyed a very dif-ferent reception than in 1980. Orders tripled in its first year ofintroduction and the watch went on to receive internationalacclaim (and awards). Just two years after Biver had arrivedHublot's sales were a staggering $115 million.

Hublot opened its first mono-brand store in Paris, in the RueSaint-Honoré in early Spring of 2007. The second was openedin the summer of the same year, in the Hôtel Byblos, SaintTropez. In 2008 The luxury goods company LVMH acquiredHublot from its founder Carlo Crocco for an undisclosed fee.

It’s a certainty that the Simonian family and Mr. Crocco are liv-ing their dreams mindful of the ancient proverb “Time Waits ForNo Man”.

Top LeftHublot at Brighton Way, Beverly Hills

LeftGreg SimonianPresident, Westime

Right On TimeHublot Boutique Opens In

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The barometer is on the rise and vacation time is tantalizingly close -thank heavens! Whether your travel itinerary take you to the sun-kissed shores of Hawaii, the pristine waters of St. Barth or simply along weekend respite in Malibu, it's time to get up to speed on thisyear's summer "must-haves".

We're seeing an abundance of tropic and boho inspired elementsthat are vibrant, exciting and super feminine. Designers are havingfun and the offerings are a distinctive shake up from the ho hum sun-dress and floppy hat combo of years past.

Prada's recent runway show was reminiscent of Carmen Miranda,with palm frond lounge pants, banana blouses (with matching ear-rings) and embroidered floral totes. Jungle foliage is a key theme andtheir bold color palette seems to have jumped straight out of the fruitbowl.

Anthropologie, who reign supreme on the bohemian trail, take usback to the ‘70s with billowy caftans cinched at the waist, patchworksilk maxi skirts and gauzy fringed ponchos. Breezy cotton tanks andflutter-sleeve blouses are accented with touches of beading andembroidered flowers; perfect for getting us into that carefree, lazy,summer frame of mind.

Calypso St. Barth's captures that quintes-sential Island vibe and a singular focus oncomfort and ease threads its way through theirgorgeous beach collection. Crisp whitejeans, GI shorts, skirts - long and ruffled,blouses - floaty and feminine. Scarves arewispy and embellished, hats are wovenand hand-finished with beading, ribbonsand raffia flowers. A visit to a Calypsoboutique feels like a vacation in itself.

Platform sandals are ever-popular, with nat-ural elements of cotton, wood, cork and raf-fia. Flip flops get a jolt with a splash of neonleather and the supremely comfy ballet flatis available in abundance and perfect forpairing with shorts, maxi skirts and sum-mer denim.

Whatever your destination, remem-ber to keep it effortless, relaxed and don't forget to pack a punch ofcolor and a great book!

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1.) Louis Vuitton, Key West wedge, $785.

2.) Prada canvas tote, $650.

3.) Louis Vuitton, Feline flats, $675

4.) Natori, tie-dyed silk caftan,$450.

5.) Manolo Blahnik, exclusively available at NeimanMarcus Beverly Hills. Matte alligator sandals inFuchsia, Acid Green, Turquoise, $1,645

6.) Tods, Gommini suede moccasin, $395

7.) Miu Miu, Hemp wedge sandal, $550

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Our pick for Mother’s Day!

Rodeo Drive

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TABITHASIMMONS

By Juli Russ

The Courier met with famed stylist-turned-designer, Tabitha Simmons, at

Neiman Marcus Beverly Hills. Simmonsbrings a lot of fashion do’s to the table with

her references Dolce & Gabbana,Marchesa and the contributing editor for

Vogue. Simmons’ shoe collections are eachinfluenced by her personal style which can

go from tom boy to girly, so it’s importantthat her line fits all lifestyles. Her use of

patterns and stripes in the past continues towow us. Simmons’ unique style and

unconventional shape gives us much to beexcited about for fall. Some of our personal

favorites – a heel that was amazinglyenough influenced by a chandelier, chunky

heels, and lower heels with flat points.Here is our peek of what’s in store.

The old adage; "Do what you love" couldn't hope for a better poster child than British jewelry designerSolange Azagury-Partridge. This self-taught Londoner and mother of two embarked on her "bejeweled" pathwhen she created her own engagement ring in 1987. After graduating university, Solange took a brief stint atLondon costume jeweler Butler & Wilson before working for George Watson, an antiques dealer with a bevy ofvintage jewelry from the houses of Van Cleef & Arpel, Cartier and Boucheron. She opened a small shop inLondon's Notting Hill in 1995 to showcase her own creations and the rest, as they say, is history. Boutiques inLondon, Los Angeles, New York and Singapore delight her loyal coveters, comprising of rock stars, fashion edi-tors and the just plain fortunate!

Stepping inside her Beverly Hills boutique feels rather like Alice jumping down the rabbit hole. The store,which won the Beverly Hills architectural award for its stunning gold ziggurat facade, is sumptuous and dazzling.The rich velvet walls meet with a Swarovski crystal ceiling and lush carpeting (which took 6 months to loom byhand in Morocco) create an ambience of hushed exhilaration. Aside from the incredible jewelry collections,everything; from the pencil holder to the chain fringed coffee table, to the metallic leather armchair has beendesigned by Solange herself. "Fringed palm trees and fluffy white clouds in a blue sky make Rodeo Drive ashopping heaven" says Solange. Her customary rainbow carpet was changed to a constellation of stars as a nodto LA's celebrity crowd. Sleek, unassuming employees greet you effusively like old friends. Fresh blooms gracethe trinket box-style display cabinets, adorned with dramatic and spectacular treasure.

Her work explodes with mystical pop art, brilliance, raw energy and a smile. Solange has blown the dust offthe prim world of fine jewelry and made luxury jewels highly desirable, relevant and fun.

SShhooppppiinngg iinnWonderlandEnter the world of Solange Azagury-Partridge

By Joanne Galey

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