Westfield Style Tour San Diego at Plaza Bonita

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The Westfield Style Tour San Diego at Plaza Bonita is wrapping up this weekend. Visitors receive a free makeup consultation at the Westfield Beauty Bar, and a free, personalized fashion consultation with a Style For Hire stylist.  Book your appointments for styling & makeup now. Don't miss your chance!  It really is a fun event.  Don't forget to RSVP



Where: Westfield Plaza Bonita, Macy's Court, 3030 Plaza Bonita Rd., National City, CA 91902

When: October 27-28 Time: Saturday hours: 11 AM - 7 PM | Sunday hours: 12 PM - 6 PM

To book your complimentary appointments and for more information visit: Westfield Style Tour

To view Stacy's tips visit: Westfield Style Manual

You can read more about the event on my prior post: Westfield Style Tour with Stacy London.  I recommend watching the video to a get taste of what to expect!  I did BOTH the makeup and fashion consultations and will be sharing my Style Tour experience with photos & video SOON!

Also coming soon is my interview with Stacy London! Meanwhile, I would like to support the San Diego blogging community by sharing posts from fellow bloggers.  I will share more as posts become available.

Jennifer's blog: Malcriada Read her Interview here: Interview With Stacy London

Magan's blog: A Touch of Class

Lea's blog:  High Heeled Style

Lysa's blog: Garcia Memories
Sara's blog: Sara's Sweet Style
Jess's blog: Jess Glam Diary

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Stacy London Interview | San Diego Westfield Style Tour

Stacy London was in San Diego this weekend for the Westfield Style Tour. The event was held at Westfield Plaza Bonita. I am THRILLED to share that I had the opportunity to meet Stacy London. Stacy and her team were on hand on Saturday for an intimate interview session.  Please stay tuned for my upcoming post!  There were several bloggers in attendance so look out for their stories too.
 

Stacy London Interview

Art and Fashion Collide Event at Andaz Salon San Diego

Another exciting event happening in San Diego! For all of my fashion blogger friends still buzzing from the recent FWSD runway show - here is ANOTHER awesome opportunity to see the art of fashion! This time: Menswear! We will be treated to an added BONUS: FINE ARTS, wine, and fun social event held at an amazing venue! I hope to see you there!

The Art and Fashion Collide Event is presented by Andaz San Diego on October 18, 2012.  The event will feature artist Heidi Thompson as well as a fashion show by Maceoo Menswear. For More Information about the event Call 619.814.2060

Excerpt from the Andaz San Diego Calendar of Events:

Art and Fashion Collide. Beginning at 6 p.m. on Thursday, October 18, innovative San Diego art will coincide with a display of stylish creativity in Andaz’ Ivy Wine Bar and Ivy Nightclub.

Fashion and art aficionados are invited to peruse an intriguing display of contemporary abstract art from featured artist Heidi Thompson, courtesy of art critic, collector and acclaimed art dealer Alexander Salazar. Following this art show, guests can take in the cutting-edge stylings of local menswear designer Maceoo during a fashion show in the hotel’s renowned Ivy Nightclub.

At 6 p.m. guests will begin their evening with a welcome from Alexander Salazar complemented by an inspiring art display. Between 6 and 7 p.m., guests will also be able to enjoy hosted drinks in the Ivy Wine Bar.

At 7 p.m., guests will venture into the chic Ivy Nightclub to enjoy the talent and originality of Maceoo, an impressive line of menswear designed by Mehdi Raad. Based in San Diego, Maceoo is an artistically-created clothing line inspired by the cultural and social experiences of its designer; pieces are intended to act as an extension of the body, simultaneously embodying sensuality and sophistication.

Andaz Salon is a series of dedicated events held at esteemed Andaz hotels across the nation, including Andaz San Diego. These occasions, sought after by each cities’ most influential residents, offer opportunities for locals and visitors to engage in unique social experiences under the guidance of knowledgeable event hosts. From fine art exhibits to wine and cheese immersions, and local musical acts to informative culinary demonstrations, guests of Andaz Salon events experience the local scene through the eyes of leading cultural arbiters.

Disclosure: I was not compensated for this post. All opinions are my own.

Transgender People Gay?

Being transgender is not the same thing as being gay.

Being transgender is about gender identity the way you see yourself and the gender you identify with. Being gay or lesbian is about sexual orientation the gender you are attracted to.

Many gay and lesbian people are comfortable with their gender. They don't want to be a different gender from what they are. They're just attracted to people of the same sex they are.

Because sexual orientation is a different thing from gender identity, a transgender teen can be straight, gay, or bisexual just like other teens can.

Are People Who Dress as the Opposite Sex Transgender?
People who dress in clothes that are usually associated with a different gender are sometimes called cross-dressers (or transvestites). Not all people who dress as the opposite sex are transgender. Some are, of course. But lots of people who cross-dress are making a clothing choice for fun, comfort, or as a way to express their personal style not because they see themselves as the other gender.

What's in a Name?
The word transgender doesn't only mean that a person identifies with the opposite gender. It also can be used by people who don't feel like they're either completely male or completely female.

In addition to transgender, people use other words to describe feeling different from the gender they were born with. These words can include gender variant, MTF (for male to female), or FTM (for female to male). Some people don't want to be called by any of the terms that are typically used to describe people who are questioning their gender. They just want to be known as who they are, unique in their own special way.

By: Linda A. Hawkins, EdD, and Nadia Dowshen, MD