Innholdsfortegnelse for August 2024 i Outré Magazine

Visiting El Palacio de Hierro in Mexico City to explore the Maria Félix y la Moda exhibit was an experience akin to stepping into a grand cinematic scene. Celebrating the 110th anniversary of María Félix’s birth, the exhibit meticulously curated by the iconic department store offered a rare glimpse into the life of a woman who was not just a film star but a fashion legend. María Félix, known as “La Doña,” was a force of nature whose influence on Mexican cinema and global fashion remains unparalleled. Her story is one of audacity and self-invention. Born in 1914, she soared to stardom with no formal acting training, relying solely on her formidable presence and innate talent. As Octavio Paz insightfully noted, she invented herself—a feat that resonates with her fearless…

If your best friend was a mystery Michelin restaurant inspector, they could tell you that the proper placement of a dish precisely one inch from the table’s edge can make or break an establishment. Even world-famous chefs at the most prestigious establishments know the rules are tough. Indeed, a three-star Michelin restaurant is a rare thing—only 13 exist across the entire United States. Yet, Michelin’s famous one, two, and threestar rankings are not like levels in a video game; there’s no rule about conquering one stage to get to the next. The first Michelin Guide was published in 1900 to encourage automobile trips that incentivized the purchase of the company’s tires. Ever since the guide added dining-out ratings in 1926, better restaurants have proudly displayed stars awarded for top-notch dining…

Guests, adhering to the requested dress code of “Golden Hour Cocktail” gathered at the chic San Francisco boutique for the cocktail event celebrating the timeless allure of yellow gold and of course Bulgari’s enduring legacy. Attendees enjoyed champagne and nibbles at the intimate showcase of iconic yellow gold pieces, each exuding the brand’s hallmark craftsmanship and refined aesthetic. The evening offered a moment of appreciation for the harmonious relationship between PLPG GLOBAL MEDIA Bulgari’s exquisite designs and the timeless charm of yellow gold.…

April 25, 2024 BLISS ESTATE IS LOCATED AT 2898 BROADWAY ON “BILLIONAIRE’S ROW” IN PACIFIC HEIGHTS. Sponsors and partygoers mingled with the 2024 San Francisco Decorator Showcase designers while sipping fine beverages, savoring delicious hors d’oeuvres, and delighting in four levels of spaces while supporting San Francisco University High School’s Financial Aid Program. Guests reveled in the impressive Golden Gate sunset views and enjoyed a sneak preview inside the fully transformed, magnificent Bliss Estate at 2898 Broadway on “Billionaire’s Row” in Pacific Heights. Located at the famed Baker Street stairs, 2898 Broadway has been hailed as a beautifully proportioned and exquisitely detailed essay of Dutch Colonial Revival architecture. Since its inception, the Decorator Showcase has raised over $18 million for the San Francisco University High School Financial Aid Program. This…

At the center of Union Square, you will find the Union Square Alliance, an organization committed to enhancing the visitor experience by managing and activating public spaces, infusing creativity into the environment, attracting new investment, and advocating for the district’s future prosperity. The Union Square Alliance has recently launched a bright new campaign, “Union Square in Bloom,” from March to August, inviting visitors to celebrate with community events amidst floral public displays, hotel stays, couture, gastronomy, and cocktails. A diverse array of businesses across Union Square are blooming in concert, including hotels, restaurants, bars, retail establishments, hair salons, art galleries, theaters, nightlife venues, and more. The Union Square Alliance CEO, Marisa Rodriguez, developed “Union Square in Bloom” in 2022 as a modern twist on the district’s rich floral history. A…

THE CALIFORNIA SYMPHONY TRANSPORTED GUESTS BACK TO THE GOLDEN ERA OF SUPPER CLUBS AT ITS SYMPHONY SUPPER CLUB GALA WITH HONORARY CHAIR SHARON SIMPSON, EVENT CO-CHAIRS JULIE BASQUE AND ABBY DYE, AND HOST FOR THE EVENING Evening highlights included an announcement about the launch of a new education concert series in the fall of 2024, featuring music by composer Mason Bates, who also attended the event. Held at the elegant Claremont Hotel in Berkeley, the event featured a three-course dinner and auction; a performance by international jazz sensation, multi-instrumentalist, and star of Postmodern Jukebox Gunhild Carling; and dancing to the seductive, swinging stylings of the Gunhild Carling Band. A total of $194,000 was raised for the musicians of the California Symphony and music education programs that serve the community. Notable…

THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND THOMAS P. CAMPBELL, DIRECTOR AND CEO OF THE FINE ARTS MUSEUMS OF SAN FRANCISCO, INVITED SPONSOR LEVEL AND ABOVE MEMBERS, EXHIBITION SUPPORTERS AND SPECIAL GUESTS TO A PRIVATE RECEPTION CELEBRATING THE OPENING OF JAPANESE PRINTS IN TRANSITION: FROM THE FLOATING WORLD TO THE MODERN WORLD. The exhibition documents the late 19-century shift from delicately colored ukiyo (floating world) woodcut prints of actors, courtesans, and scenic views to brightly colored images of Western architecture, technology, Victorian fashions and customs, and modern military warfare. This two-part exhibition (the floating world and the modern world) highlights this stylistic transition and the work of one artist, Tsukioka Yoshitoshi, who successfully spanned them both. His distinctive, sometimes eccentric, images serve as a link between the two eras. Notable Attendees: Yo…

“I’m very vulnerable,” revealed Malak Holt in the palace-esque lobby of the Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles. A fleet of quiet tears traveled from his eyes while stagehands laid cardboard nearby, preparing the lobby for filming later. All the while Malak kept quietly crying. And the thing is, even though he was in a public space, he wasn’t crying in a way that inhibited anyone else. He was crying to himself. He was bravely baring and feeling his emotions. This kind of unfiltered vulnerability–the ability to not hold yourself back even in public spaces–is what makes up-and-coming actor/model Malak Holt glow from the core. Malak is brave enough to be vulnerable no matter the circumstances. “I let everything show.” continued Malak. “My liberation in facing everything I went through is…

Location: ISAIA, San Francisco April 25, 2024 Isaia San Francisco celebrated with global CEO Gianluca Isaia and Isaia President James Shay for the launch of the first ever women’s capsule collection designed by Damiano Biella. We had the pleasure of hosting Cliff Wong, Jeff Morgan & Angie, as well as David Millstein, Benjamin Ruder & broadcast television reporter Jessica Boyington. Amongst our VIP clients, San Francisco based stylists Linda Hughes & Lorence Manansala were also in attendance. Notable Attendees: Tarek Hafez - Director of Global Client Experience Celina Ocheltree - Operations Manager Lola Le-Coeur Hamard - Executive Assistant Franz Gutierrez - Head Tailor Carlos PLPG Gonzales GLOBAL – Tailor MEDIA…

May 15, 2024 NEIMAN MARCUS IS THRILLED TO ANNOUNCE AN EXTRAORDINARY EVENT CELEBRATING DIVERSITY, REPRESENTATION, AND THE INTERSECTION OF ART AND FASHION. On May 15th 2024 Neiman Marcus San Francisco proudly hosted a conversation with acclaimed fashion designer Bach Mai and Naz Cuguoglu Assistant Curator of the Contemporary Art at the Asian Art Museum of San Francisco. Prior to the event Bach Mai had the distinct honor of visiting the Asian Art Museum and viewing it’s new exhibit Into View: New Voices New Stories to draw inspiration from its esteemed collection while underscoring the symbolic relationship between art and fashion. The conversation dove into the significance of being an Asian American designer in today’s fashion landscape and how art serves as a powerful catalyst for inspiration and representation. The cocktail…