December 26, 2018

Best Places To Host A Special Event In Seattle

If you are in Seattle and looking to host an event or even your wedding, settle for only the best venues. There are many options for a great venue, especially at some of the great hotels in Seattle. Here are some of the best places to host a special event in this great city.

  1. Hyatt Regency Bellevue

Hyatt Regency Bellevue is ideally located with parks, museums, and the waterfront nearby. The building was also recently renovated, so you know it will be modern and fresh in terms of cleanliness. It will offer your event guests a relaxing ambiance with a stunning backdrop of the mountains nearby, or the waterfront too. You can get space for any event size, as it has numerous conference rooms and four great ballrooms. In total, it has over 65,000 square feet of meeting space for you to utilize. There are catering options and even wedding planners available to help you get your event organized. Click here to find out more about this great location.

  1. Four Seasons Hotel

The Four Seasons Hotel in Seattle will offer chic intimacy to your event, making it unforgettable. It has various spaces ranging between small ornate dining rooms and a 4,490 square feet ballroom. This venue can be able to offer accommodation to any size of an event. Additionally, the hotel provides exclusives and buyouts that you can ask about while you book.

  1. 1927 Events

This space was constructed in 1927 and underwent renovations in 2012. However, it remains to be a unique urban setting due to its exposed beam and brick as well as high rulings. It is suitable or weddings, parties, and meetings. During booking, you can opt to get the proper license for offering your beverages and food or go for the in-house bar service. Most critically, this space gives room for customization of events to meet your special needs.

  1. Edgewater Hotel

If you are looking for a place with cozy fireplaces, local cuisine, and outstanding views, Edgewater Hotel is the ideal venue. The hotel is situated in the middle of downtown Seattle. It also provides various event spaces as well as exceptional catering. It gives you all you need to inspire you for your big event.

  1. Bell Harbor International Conference Center

This is one of the biggest event spaces in Seattle and part of the only two International Association of Conference Centers’ members located in Washington. It offers more than 100,000 square feet of venue for trade shows, conferences, and meetings. Its tech-savvy setup and accommodating floor plans make it the best venue for meetings.

  1. Space Needle

Space Needle is the most popular architectural structure in the city of Seattle. It boasts of outstanding views of majestic Mount Rainer, waterfront, and the city due to its Skyline level private event and banquet space. It will make your guests feel like they are on top of the world.

  1. Loews Hotel 1000

Loews Hotel 1000 was named as the top hotel with an event and meetings space in Washington by Northwest Meetings & Events Magazine. This was part of their list of 2015 Best in the Northwest. It has everything from bookshelves, a breathtaking greenhouse, and fireplaces to a meeting room with tables and all amenities. No matter the size and shape of your event, this location is equipped to host it.

  1. Arctic Club Seattle

This location’s main attraction is the Northern Lights Dome Room, which is popular for its unique stained-glass dome, ornamental cornices, Rococo gilding, and original artistic frescos. Whether you want a storied ballroom or a smaller, more intimate one, the Arctic Club offers professional staff who can meet all your requirements.

Conclusion

All these venues will offer some of the best spaces and amenities for your special event. Pick one that suits your needs.

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December 26, 2018

SeaSnax has Upped the Snacking Game

by Lisa Gal

If your New Year’s resolutions start off something like this, “#1 Eat healthier” then you are not alone. According to Patch.com eating better topped the list for turning over a new leaf in 2018 and I am sure 2019 will be no different. Why not get a head start with some healthier snacks? Nutrient dense SeaSnax use organic, sustainably harvested seaweed with just a touch of organic extra virgin olive oil and a pinch of sea salt. Great for snacking on or upping your salad game. We are thrilled to include them in our 2019 Hollywood Swag Bags being gifted to the nominees, talent and guests staying at the Four Seasons Hotel next month in honor of Golden Globe weekend. For more information on where to buy some seaweed snacks for yourself visit www.seasnax.com.

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December 25, 2018

Welcome to Your New Snacking Obsession for 2019

by Lisa Gal

Magu Foods is just as much about what is in their products as it is about what is not. Their plant based, organic products are free of dairy, gluten, wheat and trans fats. Perfect for those on special diets or for people who just don’t want artificial flavors or preservatives in their snacks. Why not start off the new year by cleaning up your lifestyle from the inside out? Welcome to clean eating at it’s finest with Magu Foods. We know the celebrities will be thrilled to get these healthy treats in our Hollywood Swag Bags being gifted next month at the Four Seasons Hotel honoring Golden Globe weekend!

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December 25, 2018

It’s Time To Get Into Lusomé Sleepwear And Out Of Your Santa PJs

It’s Time To Get Into Lusomé Sleepwear And Out Of  Your Santa PJs

“Oh my goodness, I love the Ava nightie!” – Dr. Cathy Spence

“I thought Lusomé was just another pair of pretty pj’s until my first nights sleep.” – Carrie Oliver

“The importance of a full night of uninterrupted sleep cannot be underestimated. The body heals and the mind is refreshed.” – Dr. Laine Erickson

 

Pictured above: Lusomé Ava V Neck Nightie Dr. Cathy Spence loves this design! And it is On Sale right now!

Did you know? Lusomé is an ancient Scottish term that means desirable.

The inspiration for the name is the essence of what the items provide: the perfect balance between functionality and beauty. Functionally, they empower women to manage night sweat issues that have traditionally made them feel less desirable as a woman, fundamentally affecting their femininity, often at times when they need it the most. Equally importantly, the beauty of the range of styles is what sets Lusomé apart. Alluring and beautiful designs compliment women of nearly every shape and size, with attractive and simple styles to flatter their bodies as much as possible.

Read the entire Lusomé story HERE.

 

Lusome Grace Chemise

Pictured above:  Lusomé Grace Chemise, It’s a Glam Thing Favorite!

At Lusomé you will find Everyday Sleepwear designs like the Camilla Chemise and Luxe designs like our It’s a Glam Thing Favorite, the Grace Chemise.

Take some time to browse all of the designs, see what’s on sale, read some testimonials, marvel at the press the brand has received and learn more about the Lusomé moisture management technology.

Place your first: Use code FIRSTTIME20 for 20% off your first order now.

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December 24, 2018

GloLite by PartyLite® Scented Jar Candles

by Lisa Gal

The World’s Brightest Candle™ is exclusive to PartyLite. GloLite Jar Candles give a unique, all-over glow and an even stronger fragrance. The GloLite Jar features a beautiful decoration and new stylish jar lid that can be used as a coaster. GloLite by PartyLite is also available in Large Tealight Candles and Pillar Candles. GloLite Pillars are one-of-a-kind with a top-to-bottom shimmer. Available in three sizes. Burn times range from 25-100 hours. Their new Large GloLite Tealights feature their exclusive GloLite wax formula for an all-over, instant glow. Available in a pack of 4. Burn time 8-11 hours. We are excited to have them in or Hollywood Swag Bags being gifted at the Four Seasons hotel next month honoring Golden Globe weekend.

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December 24, 2018

What do you keep that brings you joy, magic, and meaning?

by Lisa Gal

We are super excited to be able to include the new book What We Keep in our Hollywood Swag Bags being gifted at the Four Seasons Hotel next month honoring Golden Globe weekend. Former Editor-in-Chief of LIFE magazine Bill Shapiro and co-author Naomi Wax talked to hundreds of people about the single object in their life that holds the most emotional meaning. They spoke with Cheryl Strayed, Hasan Minhaj, Janet Mock, Joss Whedon, and Melinda Gates, among other celebrated names, along with “regular people”—everyone from a former counterfeiter to a cloistered nun, an astronaut to an autoworker. The book’s been covered everywhere from People to Entertainment Weekly to Buzzfeed, with Real Simple naming it as one of their Best Books of 2018. What We Keep is available on Amazon or through the book’s website.

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December 24, 2018

Eye-catching Bluestone Sun Shields

by Lisa Gal

Bluestone Sun Shields offer chic, discreet sun protection. Recommended by top dermatologists Bluestone Sun Shields blocks 99% of UV rays while being transparent and easy to wear. Having been featured in multiple global publications this new eye catching accessory has also caught the attention of many high-end fashion trendsetters. Offering both privacy and sun protection the Bluestone Shields are available in three styles: half shield, full shield and hard lens. We are thrilled to have them in our Four Seasons Hotel Swag Bags honoring Golden Globe Weekend! For more information you can visit them at www.bluestonesunshields.com.

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December 23, 2018

WILDCHILDS by Eugenia Melián, A Novel About The Underbelly Of The Fashion Scene

WILDCHILDS by Eugenia Melián, a novel about the underbelly of the fashion scene with knowledge from a genuine insider. (Fiction)

“Only with fiction I could tell the truth,” says the Author, Eugenia Melián. “I wrote for three years, I wrote all day, every day, I wrote Saturdays and I wrote Sundays.”

This is her first novel.

 

Wildchilds

 

“If fashion photographs could talk, and felt like telling the truth, you’d have Wildchilds – an accomplished and compelling first novel by a true insider. Melian’s descriptions of the steamy rise of sexual attraction on a fashion shoot are matched only by her exquisite, enchanted descriptions of a dark and secret Paris unknown to visitors.”  –  Joan Juliet Buck, author of The Price of Illusion and editor in chief of French Vogue 1994–2001.

“A delight to read with real insight into the dark side of the 90s fashion scene. Wildchilds has gripping characters and a plot that makes it difficult to put down.” – Celia Forner, top model, founder of Alleven

“Wildchilds will take you beneath the surface of the beautiful and seductive fashion world, immersing you in a captivating dark tale where young beauties coexist with master manipulators.” – Peggy Sirota, photographer/director.

Feeling compelled to begin this journey through the dark world of the fashion industry, I am about to start reading Chapter One! Join me! Get your copy of  WILDCHILDS at Amazon

 

Eugenia Melian by Ethan James Green

Eugenia Melián photo by Ethan James Green

 

About the Author

Eugenia Melián is a former model, fashion photographers’ agent, producer, and music supervisor who was born in the Philippines to a Spanish father and an American mother. She was two years old when she and her family relocated to Andalusia, in the South of Spain.

Fast forward to the early 1980s in Paris, she discovered and launched the career of the groundbreaking iconic fashion illustrator and photographer Tony Viramontes. Since that time, and working out of Milan, Paris, London, New York, and Los Angeles, she has managed, art directed, and produced some of the most talented artists of our times.

Find full details about the author HERE.

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December 22, 2018

Healthy At-Home Dental Care For Healthy Teeth That Shine

Healthy At-Home Dental Care For Healthy Teeth That Shine

 Luster Power White Pro Sonic

Luster Power White Pro Sonic

Thank you Mom for your attention to my teeth and mouth as I was growing up and kudos to me for keeping up that healthy oral care routine.

During my dental exam, just last week, my dentist commented that I kept up a great at home dental regime. My teeth, mouth and gums looked healthy. He told me that I did a great job of flossing. He chuckled to say that most patients say they floss but, hey, he’s a dentist. He can tell. Floss people!

I brush my teeth twice a day (my tongue very gently also) and use a mouthwash after lunch. Floss is in my purse, my desk and my car. I use a fluoride toothpaste. Drink lots of water. Swish my mouth with water after drinking dental damaging and teeth darkening beverages like red wine or tea. I do the same after eating sugary foods and red or black berries.

I use a teeth whitening bleach sold at the dental office. I had trays made a few years back. I follow my dentists guidance so that I know there is no risk associated with the whitening, but recently, I noticed that the syringes of gel are getting thinner and smaller and the price is going up and up.  I am considering alternatives.

Here is some info that crossed my desk about Luster Power White Pro Sonic. It’s a three-step, at-home whitening system that is said to remove surface stains and deep stains too. The product packaging says it can whiten teeth by up to 6 shades in 3 days. It includes a sonic toothbrush.  It has no sulfates in the formula and contains fluoride.

The system includes a Power Sonic Toothbrush, Accelerinse, Stain Lifting Serum and Mint Power White Pro Anticavity Fluoride Toothpaste. There is a Luster Pro Light (sold separately) that can be used to boost the results. I would definitely want to try it with the light so I will look for info on that. I am going  to give this a try after I finish up my final syringe of bleach that I have on hand.  I’ll let you know how it goes.

Here are some tips for keeping white teeth from Web MD.

Avoid the consumption of or exposure to products that stain your teeth, such as coffee, tea, and red wine. If you do choose to consume beverages that stain, consider using a straw so that the liquid bypasses your front teeth.

Brush or rinse immediately after consuming stain-causing beverages or foods

Follow good oral hygiene practices. Brush your teeth at least twice daily, floss at least once daily to remove plaque, and rinse with an antiseptic mouthwash at least once a day to kill bacteria  that cause plaque.

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December 21, 2018

Pamper Yourself Without Busting Your Budget

Pamper Yourself Without Busting Your Budget

 

A girl getting her hair done

 

Living a glamorous lifestyle isn’t easy, and it certainly isn’t cheap. But you don’t need to put your pampering or glamour routines on hold. With these tips, you can pamper yourself without breaking the bank.

 

  1. Take Advantage of Deals and Specials

 

Not all beauty treatments are expensive. By doing a little research, you can get affordable treatments.

 

Start by keeping an eye on social media. Often, spas and beauticians will post specials and deals on their social media pages. In addition to taking advantage of those deals, you should join any contests. You might win yourself some free treatments.

 

Another way to get deals on your treatments is to patronize new shops. If someone new opens in your area, check out their shop. It’s likely that they will offer you an introductory rate. More importantly, you might find your new favorite pampering place.

 

  1. Stick to Your Budget

 

By creating a budget for yourself, you can prevent overspending. But creating a budget isn’t as easy as you might imagine. You need to spend time working on a budget that can help you save money.

 

To start your budget on the right track, you need to record your income and spending for about one month. Save your receipts and record everything. Then, you can get an idea of how much money you spend each month.

 

You also need to think about your goals. How much do you want to save each month? You might need to adjust your spending to meet those goals. Although you may need to sacrifice some of your pampering, you can find other ways of cutting your monthly expenses.

 

  1. Use a Credit Card with Rewards

 

Using a credit card too frequently could be a recipe for disaster. However, using one responsibly can actually improve your credit score.

 

You should choose your credit cards carefully. If possible, choose one that gives you rewards for your purchases. With the money that you get back, you can do a little self-care. Get your hair colored or enjoy a nice massage.

 

For the best results from your credit card usage, spend wisely. Don’t overextend yourself and don’t buy things you can’t afford. Instead, only use your card for small purchases that you can pay off easily. When your bill is due, pay as much of it as possible.

 

  1. Find Ways to Pamper Yourself at Home

 

If you don’t want to spend the money on pampering treatments, you can always try to do it on your own. There are many simple ways to pamper yourself at home.

 

First, you can give yourself a head massage. It’s easy enough to do and is extremely relaxing. Or, you can take a bath with essential oils. If you use the right oils, you can have calming experience that leaves you feeling refreshed. You can also learn the art of self-meditation. When you meditate, you can calm your body and your mind.

 

It’s important to remind yourself that you can pamper yourself on a budget. Accomplishing it is all about moderation and prioritizing. With these tips, you can pamper yourself without busting your budget.

 

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