In full disclosure, I have to admit that I’m just like you. Most of the time I don’t know what the heck to wear at any given moment, and my closet, well, let’s not go there. But then I heard about Leslie Christen Lifestyling, who I could use every day. She has a knack for seeing things that most can’t see. Her specialties include home organization, closet clean out, fashion stylist and image consulting. And wow, she’ll do this for men, women and kids (really?). Her background is as a stylist and costumer for the entertainment and fashion biz. And she’s comfortable working with all body types to maximize assets, and minimize, well you know.
And she has a cool fashion blog. And get this, she comes highly recommended by Lauren Hillary, one of the best OC-based photographers. Lauren said she didn’t know what to expect, but Leslie styled her for a photoshoot; (pictured above in photo by Matthew Morgan) she came to her house, and fit her clothing to her personality to a tee.
“She was amazing,” says Lauren. “Far exceeded my expecations.” So there you go, what better recommendation could you ask for?
Leslie Christen Lifestyling is based in Laguna Beach, however she’ll travel pretty much anywhere in SoCal.
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Just for Greer’s OC readers, Leslie Christen Lifestyling is offering 50% off her services, and if you refer someone who becomes a client, you can receive an additional hour free of a service.
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Celebrate wellness for breast cancer survivors at MasCUREade, a community gathering and educational forum Friday from 6 to 11 p.m. at Costa Mesa Neighborhood Community Center. The event will feature an awards presentation to recognize OC’s affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure Most Inspirational Breast Cancer Survivor, Outstanding Breast Health Advocate, and Most Inspirational Co-Survivor. The event will close with a special survivor tribute to honor those that have been lost and those that have overcome the disease. Tickets cost $25 per person.1845 Park Avenue in Costa Mesa. 714.327.7525. RSVP here.
OK, we’ve already published our eco-friendly Secrets of OC Athletes E-Zine with plenty of inspirational stories about fitness and health. Here’s another: Pure Barre, which now has two OC studios in Irvine and Costa Mesa.
The Pure Barre technique blends elements of ballet, Pilates and free weights in a 55-minute session (as if an hour would be too intense). Fans of the workout say the benefits include burning fat, toning arms, and flattening abs. The method was founded by Carrie Rezabek, a dancer, choreographer and fitness enthusiast in Birmingham, Minnesota nearly ten years ago. With a devoted following she expanded to offer studios across the country. Pure Barre offers classes daily, and at both OC locations there’s a new client special with 30 days of unlimited classes for $100.
Pure Barre is in Quail Hill Village Center at 6791 Quail Hill Parkway, off Shady Canyon and the 405 Freeway in Irvine, 949.500.5924; and at
E. 17th St., Suite 116 in Costa Mesa, 949.230.9131.
Kingyo Sushi, a fine Japanese restaurant and sushi bar at Newport Coast Shopping Center, recently hired a new sushi chef, Sung Lee, trained by a traditional-style master. Lee offers more than 60 varieties of fresh sushi, sashimi and special rolls in traditional and modern styles.
And he’s introduced a new $12 lunch menu with a variety of combinations featuring sushi and sashimi, tempura, or other entrées, with steamed rice, miso soup and salad. A variety of the finest Japanese Sake and wine are also featured, as well as more than 20 different hand-selected sakes. Open for lunch 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m Monday through Saturday, and daily from 5 to 10 p.m. for dinner, from 5 to 10 p.m. Kingyo Sushi is at Newport Coast Shopping Center at San Joaquin Road and Newport Coast Drive in Newport Beach. 949.721.5883.
It’s jean week at elle H. boutique in Laguna Beach! As elle H. is preparing to close March 31, it’s offering special weekly deals. Buy one pair of jeans at 50% off and get a second pair free. Sale ends Friday. The offer valid in-store only. (Everything in the store is 50% off!) All sales final. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. elle H boutique at 1833 S. Coast Hwy. in Laguna Beach. 949.715.1345.
Wunderful Art: This must-see art show just so happens to coincide with Tim Burton’s “Alice in Wonderland” film, and we love it! If you’re planning a weekend away to the desert, don’t miss OC-based artist Zoey Stevens’ art exhibit Alice in Wunderland (Out of the Shadows) opening Friday from 7:30 to 10 p.m. at m modern gallery in Palm Springs. Zoey’s latest show features images (acrylic on canvas and board) inspired by Salvador Dali’s renderings inspired by Lewis Carol’s, Alice in Wonderland. 2500 N. Palm Canyon Dr., # B5. Palm Springs. 760.416-3611.
Quite an Adventure: Adventure Day is officially back at Caspers Wilderness Park Saturday from 10 a.m. 3 p.m.! Free event, free parking, for all ages! The family fun-filled day includes musical entertainment, natural history tours, arts and crafts, wildlife exhibits, games and refreshments. Caspers Wilderness Park at 33401 Ortega Highway in San Juan Capistrano. 949.923.2210.
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