RIP Fave Ray-Ban Sunglasses—Hello Electric Visual!
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RIP Fave Ray-Ban Sunglasses—Hello Electric Visual!

A great night at the gdgt.com launch party was punctured by a sad moment…. the death of my favorite pair of sunglasses. Purchased from a hip, Madrileño thrift store, they were a one-of-a-kind beauty: vintage black Ray-Bans, accented with gold. With heaviness in my heart, I knew I wouldn’t be able to replace their premium…

Moleskine® myDetour in San Francisco
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Moleskine® myDetour in San Francisco

As previously documented, I am a Moleskine notebook-aholic.  I’m sad to miss this really cool event in San Francisco, but I know I will find comfort writing in my Moleskine Madrid City Guide. Chronicle Books is excited to partner with Moleskine to participate in the 2009 San Francisco myDetour program, running from September 10 –…

Cool New Travel gdgts For Traveling Divas
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Cool New Travel gdgts For Traveling Divas

I recently had the opportunity to attend the West Coach coast launch party of gdgt.com I had a great time! I was particularly excited to attend this event because lately, I’ve put aside my fashion obsession (pfft momentarily, natch) and have become such a tech geek. I have been on the lookout for the latest…

September 25th: Writing Retreat in Tuscany with Laura

September 25th: Writing Retreat in Tuscany with Laura

September 25 – October 2, 2009 Join Laura Deutsch for a week of writing and traveling in Italy’s jewel, Tuscany. We’ll be based in the beautiful, medieval town of Arezzo, home to exquisite Renaissance frescoes and other art treasures. Exploring the softly rolling countryside with vineyards, olive groves, and deep green cypress trees, we’ll visit…

Design Your Own Shoes !

Design Your Own Shoes !

Have you checked out the amazing John Fluevog shoe store on Haight Street? Really creative, well made shoes & boots with comfort and style. Even the heels are comfortable. Really. And wait, there’s more……. you can design your own shoes. From the Fluevog site: “IS YOUR IMAGINATION ahead of the whole shoe industry and you’re…