Film

  • Sign Language

    I’m a January baby and a proud Capricorn. I can’t say that I’m an astrology advocate, but I do get a kick out of reading my horoscope this time of year.  Besides the fact that I often find my cosmic description to be dead-on accurate, I love the idea of my life and character being written in the stars.  A very anti-Capricorn concept to say the least which is why this is a once a year indulgence.  Luxe & Lucid is a platform for celebrating what makes us unique as individuals – whatever the context.  Sign me up!       Famous Capricorns … I’m in pretty good company.  …

  • Find Your Anthem

    2009 dealt out a lot of heartbreak to a lot of people.  And since the answers to our problems are often hazy at best, sometimes the most we can hope for is a little enlightenment.  Nothing moves me like music.  A really great song  can raise your heartbeat and your spirits.  So as we step into 2010, let’s lift our heads and turn up the music. It’s time to turn this !@%$#% thing around!       – WHAT YOU WAITING FOR? – Even a rock star like my girl Gwen can get held-up by her fears.  This track from her debut album spoke to me when I was nervous…

  • Tip deLuxe

    STEALING BEAUTY We’re embarking on a new year (a new decade actually!) and you’re ready to make some changes to chez vous.  Where to start?  Everyone, even professional interior designers, need a jumping off point, a focus, a raison d’être.  It’s called inspiration.  And without it, you’ll spend the next six months going around and around in circles trying to figure out “what’s my style???”  So take a little time during this holiday break, grab a stack of magazines (remember those?) and start tearing.  Don’t think about it, just rip out what you like. Fashion layouts, jewelry ads, interiors, food features … whatever speaks to you.  When you’re done, pull…

  • Mad About Macabre

     Although it may not be very “PC”, the creepy, scary side of life can be pretty titillating at times.  CSI and Twilight have millions of fans for a reason – the macabre is fascinating.  It's fun to  dive into the dark side of life, especially for the straight-laced among us.  Sure, we like our  structured, polished lives.  But something about the morbid and sinister gets the skin tingling.  So here’s to being a little naughty at least once a year.  Go ahead, get your freak on!         Blackman Cruz is an L.A. based firm that specializes in eccentric objects and furniture.  The Bronze Skull lamp is one of their original and most…