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What To Do: Palm Springs, Part One

Sunny — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:20:20 +0000

Never thought about heading to Palm Springs for a quick vacation until a friend of mine suggested it. I am so glad I tried it out. It was quiet, easy to get to and most definitely slow paced.

STAY: When visiting Palm Springs, enjoy the cozy one floor motel that was revamped as the Viceroy. Book one of the private villa rooms that surround the outdoor pool. The all black and white decor with trims of yellow are a refreshing yet bold interpretation of the Hollywood Regency style.

415 South Belardo Road, 1.800.670.6184

EAT: One of the best meals I’ve had was at Mister Parkers at the Parker Hotel. Jonathan Adler’s deconstructed design of the space makes you feel like you just fell down the rabbit hole and entered an entirely different world. If you are a Foie Gras fan like myself, you’ve hit the jackpot as it is incorporated in half the menu.

4200 East Palm Canyon Drive, 760.770.5000

SHOP: I struck gold at the Desert Hills Premium Outlets. There are shuttles that leave from the hotels to this place or you can just rent a car and take the scenic 25 minute drive. Find some of your favorite brands like: Coach, Dior, Gucci, Elie Tahari, Prada, YSL, Jimmy Choo, Cole Haan and Zegna - There are 130 outlet stores in total and yes they are open late.

48400 Seminole Drive, 951.849.6641

Sunny Shum, Your Industry Insider

*Photo Credit: www.melofotografia.com

Sea of Shoes in Simone

Sunny — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:34:34 +0000

Lovely to see the face of Jane Aldridge, blogger of Sea of Shoes, on Simone’s Spring/Summer 2010 collection lookbook.

Simone’s collection is a blend of metallic materials and animal prints…add some denim and ruffles to it too. I can not forget to mention the nautical stripes and corset lacing. I know it appears it’s everything and the kitchen sink. But for some reason, like Jane Alderidge’s style, no matter how it’s pieced together, it just works.

Sunny Shum, Your Industry Insider

Vroom Vroom

Sunny — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 05:23:53 +0000

Spring seems to be showing up rather early this year and it’s the perfect time to update your jacket collection. Substitute your heavy winter coat for this stylish motorcycle jacket by Parameter from Sine’s new e-commerce site.

Light weight with a front side zip, this jacket will keep you looking cool during the spring breeze and perhaps also appear daring. Comes only in black (my favourite color) at $148.

Until the end of March, all stylish partlySunny readers can enjoy 20% off on anything off the site with promo code “Spring20″. The e-commerce site can be found at: www.shopsineny.com

Sunny Shum, Your Industry Insider

A Polar Affair

Sunny — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 21:23:52 +0000

Scandinavian cocktails, cashmere blankets and no choice but to huddle up close for heat and warmth - sounds like the perfect date venue to me.

Welcome to Polar, a new underground lounge that just opened its doors in New York underneath Gramercy’s Marcel Hotel. A swanky ice den of sorts, you can sip on drinks like Operation Highjump (Reyka Icelandic Vodka, Frozen Grapes, White Grape Juice and Pear Eau de Vie) while sharing an appetizer like Truffle Egg Toast.

Tuck away by drawing down the curtains in a private VIP ice cave - decked with mirrors cozy couches, and plush pillows. Perfect for some not so private PDA.

Polar, at the Marcel, 201 E. 24th St, nr. Third Ave.; reservations@nycpolar.com

Amy Chan, partlySunny Contributor

China Bound!

Sunny — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 05:13:41 +0000

I’m off to China for a 10 day trip so I am apologizing for the lack of posts in the coming days. Rest assure partlySunny will be back in full force and equipped with more fun details and a new look in March 2010!

Much Love,

Sunny Shum, Your Industry Insider

Meet Giovane

Sunny — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 05:10:50 +0000

Aside from opening one month late, the new Fairmont Pacific Rim hotel was worth the wait. Just walk into the lobby and feel the warmth and welcome of the West Coast. While heading towards the Olympic cauldron I took a detour at the hotel's cafe, Giovane. Giovane is lively, sophisticated and it's a cafe +bakery + deli. It seats 42 people and you can go in for your coffee, tea and pastries as well they have a little back wall of unique gift wares. Bread and pastries are baked fresh every day and to satisfy your sultry side, the deli offers a selection of sandwiches, cheeses and pizzas. If I lived in the Coal Harbour area again, I'd be hanging out here. 1038 Canada Place, Vancouver BC, 604.695.5501 Sunny Shum, Your ... more ...

Army Tough

Sunny — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 23:15:47 +0000

I thought I was done with this look, but I guess I should never say never because I am in love once again. One sure fire piece you’ll need in your wardrobe this spring/summer 2010 is the military jacket.

You can go with a traditional boxy cut where the jacket is shaped more like a men’s dress shirt or be a bit more feminine with a waisted drawstring. Long or short, make sure you have some deep pockets and a hood would be even more fantastic.

If you don’t want to spend an arm and a leg, the Gap as a great version for around $80. Sorry to say, you’re going to have to surrender yourself to the look. 10-4.

Sunny Shum, Your Industry Insider

I am Canadian

Sunny — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 07:29:13 +0000

In the spirit of the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics and all things Canadian, I got my dog a cowichan sweater. The dog store down the street called Barking Babies, carries these wonderful hand knits that proudly have the emblem of the maple leaf on the back ($55.00 CAD).

To top it all off, you must add on a package of the “Olympic Ring” dog biscuits ($9.99 CAD). They come five in a pack and these maple flavored cookies with yogurt icing are made with human-grade ingredients with no preservatives!

Yes I am Canadian and so is my dog!

1188 Homer St Vancouver BC, 604.647.2275

Sunny Shum, Your Industry Insider

Game On!

Sunny — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 22:39:38 +0000

We have lift off on the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic games. For those in need of some some information, I found the best guide for all you fellow iPhone users.

The FREE guide app is the official mobile spectator guide of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic games. Once you download it, you will have the updates on all sporting and cultural events happening around the city at your finger tips.

The best part about it? For those who are not attending the games and enjoying it from the comforts of their homes, the app delivers real time results so you will be up to date on medal counts and all.

Game on, go Canada!

Sunny Shum, Your Industry Insider

Olympic Countdown: Part Two

Sunny — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 05:25:52 +0000

I am feeling the buzz around town as we are 2 days away from the world coming to Vancouver. Here are some more goodies to get you into the spirit.

1. The Want Essentials de la Vie Olympic DeGaulle Bag - Yes, this is quite the mouth full. The limited edition “DeGaulle” bag in white leather comes with interchangeable colored handles - offered in the Olympic ring colors of course. 47 of these bags were made to resemble each of the games held since Athens in 1896. You can get yours at Holt Renfrew downtown Vancouver for a limited time.

2. TNA jogging pant from Aritzia. There is no better way to show your support than to spill your Canadian pride over your derriere. Enough said, get cozy and comfortable with this must have Olympic piece found at your local, Aritzia location.

3. Show your Olympic spirit and sparkle with Elsa Corsi’s rhinestone Inukshuk pins. You can take home the glitz and glamour of Hollywood north by collecting all 24 colorful collectors pieces.

Sunny Shum, Your Industry Insider

*Related articles: Olympic Countdown: Part One