By now, summer romances are either sizzling hotter than Lilo and Ronson or have plummeted like the stock market. But if your situation falls into the latter category, there’s no time to dwell in your sorrows. No sir-ee, you have too many happening spots to check out while getting your drink on. And just maybe, a new flame to meet and get cozy with for the fall. Now let’s turn a new leaf with a cocktail, shall we?
Double Crown
316 Bowery (@ Bleecker)
East Village 212.254.0350
Buh-bye B Bar. The place to see and be seen on the Bowery is now Double Crown. The restaurant/bar/lounge setup makes for an ideal group night out spot for dinner, drinks, and face time with the good looking crowd. It’s also the perfect place to pre-game, and with luck, make bar-hopping friends.
Brother Jimmy’s BBQ
131 Lexington Ave. (@ 31st St.)
Murray Hill 212.779.7427
Calling all those who can’t resist financers and frat-bros, there’s yet another go-to spot for these types in Murray Hill. The place gets packed with boys men who want to get their game on. Sports, that is. But surely you can become part of the play.
Delicatessen
54 Prince St. (@ Lafayette St.)
NoLita 212.226.0211
Delicatessen is for those who have graduated from the after-hours pizza joint pick-up party. With a menu full of inventive takes on comfort food like Reuben fritters and cheeseburger spring rolls, the place still satisfies drunk munchies, but the tré chic artwork and sleek design provide a bit more grown-up atmosphere to mingle flirtatiously whilst inebriated.
Chloe
81 Ludlow St. (@ Broome St.)
East Village 212.677.0067
You can’t show your face at Beatrice Inn anymore, because, well, you’ve sucked face with everyone there. Fortunately, there’s Chloe, a new hotspot under Casanis that’s equally as intimate (if not smaller) and exclusive as the Bea’, and hopefully, full of new lips to smack on.
Haven
244 E. 51st St. (2nd & 3rd Aves.)
Midtown 212.906.9066
With the snakeskin leather walls and Chinese swords scattered about, this new Midtown haunt looks like a tricked-out bachelor pad. But this is no boys' club—cocktails like the Hello Kitty, made with green tea-infused vodka and lychee, seem to be geared towards fem tastes, and they’re hosting events for the ladies like Jezebel Thursdays. A place that caters to both genders? Sounds like the perfect meeting ground to us.
Parlor Steakhouse
1600 3rd Ave. (@ 90th St.)
Upper East Side 212.423.5888
Think of husband-and-wife team Michael Glick and Susy Salvo Glick (BB&R) as the cupids you’ve always wished for. The floor plan, a spacious bar area that wraps around to a glass-enclosed café, is the perfect setup to socialize with everyone in the room. Even if “the one” isn’t there, Gardner Dunn and Ben Clemons’ (Elizabeth, Los Dados) well-crafted cocktails make the trip just as worthwhile.
Sabon Rose Drawer Liners
Around this time of year, when we’re swapping out the bikinis for wool sweaters, we always pledge to gussy up our dresser drawers, to no avail. No more excuses! Sabon sells these Rose Drawer Liners ($18) that are just as chic as they are fragrant.
Michael Michael Kors Belted Cable Cardigan
Master of knitwear Michael Kors brings us this nifty cable cardigan at a very reasonable price ($130). The patent leather belt brings the whole outfit up a notch.
Happy 5769! Jews traditionally celebrate the New Year with toothsome foods like noodle kugel (egg noodles baked with brown sugar and raisins), rugelach, and apples and honey to usher in sweet times in the year ahead. Here’s our take on a delectable treat to honor Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur: a buffet of hot celebs who make our lives a little sweeter by putting the star in Star of David.
The Ronsons
Talk about the chosen people! This multi-talented family once posed as the Royal Tenenbaums in a photoshoot for Harper’s Bazaar, and the parallels are clear: DJ (and rumored Lindsay Lohan lover) SamRo might be the most tabloid-ready sibling these days, but fashion designer Charlotte and music producer Mark are both famous in their own right. Watch out, Osbournes: this British all-in-the-family import doesn’t need a reality show to prove that talent is in the genes.
DJ AM
As a high-profile DJ and Nicole Ritchie’s ex-fiancé, AM—a.k.a. Adam Goldstein—has been an unlikely gossip mag favorite for years. He famously dropped 150 pounds after gastric bypass surgery and kicked his addiction to alcohol and cocaine. But AM’s most recent brush with death—surviving a lethal plane crash with buddy and former Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker—cements him as an all-around superman. Refuah Shelemah, Adam: get well soon!
Isla Fisher and Sascha Baron Cohen
British funnyman Baron Cohen may not seem pious when storming the Milan fashion shows as alter ego Bruno, but the man behind his well-known characters stays true to his Jewish roots. He and longtime love Fisher have yet to set a wedding date, but don’t question her commitment: She spent three years studying to convert to her fiancé’s religion and gave birth to the couple’s daughter, Olive, in October 2007. Olive may be too young to eat matzoh, but we’re betting she’s already hysterically funny.
Michelle Trachtenberg
Playing bad girl Georgina Sparks on the first season of Gossip Girl was only the most recent scene-stealing turn for this New York native and child star. Trachtenberg got her start on the surreal Nickelodeon comedy The Adventures of Pete and Pete, only to slide into an ongoing role on television’s Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Though in the past few years she’s morphed into a sex symbol and fashion icon, Trachtenberg never forgets where she comes from. The proof? Retaining her Jewish last name in a star machine that tends to deemphasize celebrities’ ethnicity.
The Apatow Boys
Freaks and geeks Seth Rogan, Jason Segal and James Franco may share a love of stoner comedy, but they also satisfy their munchies with challah. Like Moses leading the slaves from Egypt, director Judd Apatow unleashes the trio’s adolescent brand of humor expertly. With hits like The 40 Year Old Virgin, Knocked Up and Superbad behind them, this crowd is the new Hollywood laugh factory. Cheers to that - l’chaim!
Jake and Maggie Gyllenhaal
Mama (and now Grandma) Gyllenhaal is Jewish, Dad’s not, but according to female-friendly Talmudic law religion passes down via the ladies. This bicoastal brother-sister duo proves fearless when it comes to playing risky roles - from a homosexual cowboy to a masochistic secretary, Jake and Maggie impress fans and scandalize critics both on and off-screen. With their activist agendas and liberal political views, these bicoastal siblings are sure to make an impact. And baby Ramona? The ranks of Hollywood royalty await her.
Sarah Silverman
It wouldn’t be a proper Jewish celeb round up without Ms. Silverman, who’s positioned herself as the number one potty-mouthed Jewess. Recently, the comedienne’s laid off the body-centric humor to take a turn in the political spotlight. The Great Schlep—Silverman’s pro-bama website—urges young voters to exchange visits to their Florida-based Grandparents for democratic votes in the upcoming presidential election. Like it or not, no one can claim Silverman lacks creativity. Have a side of brisket with the voting process!
Natalie Portman
Israel-born Portman (née Hershlag) starred in the Broadway production of The Diary of Anne Frank in 1997. Today, she’s a fixture on the A-list, and a passionate animal activist who recently designed a line of vegan shoes for specialty footwear brand Té Casan. Portman is known in Hollywood for her refreshingly good behavior and professionalism. And shana punim! Beautiful inside and out, Portman is a classic silver screen goddess with serious values.
Jon Stewart
What a mensch—proof that women aren’t joking when they claim to want a man with a sense of humor, Stewart captivates audiences with his smart political zingers and self-deprecating comic delivery. Silver-haired and silver-tongued, Stewart (born Leibowitz) makes no apologies for his unique mix of leftist cynicism and all-American hope. An everyday fixture in viewers’ lives, he’s the host with the most who’s made The Daily Show must-see TV for millions.
Next week, Shecky’s Girls Night Out will take place in New York City for the eighth year in a row. If you’ve ever been to this event, you know the frenzy that ensues when up-and-coming independent designers put out their clothes and accessories at bargain prices. But what we really can’t live without is the jewelry—so many cool designs, many of them at crazy low prices. Here’s a look at some of the latest jewelry trends from Girls Night Out events around the country.
Gunmetal
You could tell things were going in this direction when badass jewelry took off: Gunmetal is all the rage now—it telegraphs tough chic. Chameleon makes an excellent Multiple Chain Disc Bracelet (1) ($15 at NYC Girls Night Out) that can add edge to any outfit. If you want to celebrate fall but don’t want to get all sentimental about it, try this Gunmetal Leaf Necklace (2) ($35 at NYC Girls Night Out) from Friction Jewelry. Eda & Betty is rocking our world with this simple gunmetal chain necklace (3) ($98 at NYC Girls Night Out) that goes with everything.
Pink Streekers
Maybe you’re one of those people who’s never influenced by what Kate Moss does. The other 99 percent of the female population, however, might be interested to know that she’s streaking her hair pink! Try it if you dare with easy, non-permanent hair color Streekers ($9.95), which you just apply, let dry, and brush in to blend.
Tizzy Grey Stretch Denim Jacket
Black may be back, but sometimes we favor the even-more-low-key shade of washed gray denim. This material was also big on the runways at spring shows like Charlotte Ronson’s, so consider this $110 Tizzy Grey Stretch Denim Jacket a thrifty investment indeed.
The right red is hard to find, but if you think this color won’t work on you, remember that celebs as diverse as Dita Von Teese, Cameron Diaz, Penelope Cruz, and Jennifer Hudson have all managed to rock red lips. If you have blue undertones to your skin, stick with reds that lean towards purple or magenta; if you have yellow undertones, go for brick or burgundy shades. Start with a good foundation, keep the eye makeup minimal, and you're on your way to old-school glamour. Here are our top finds in this season's reds.
Pick a Color
A good way to see which camp you fall into—the blues or the yellows—is to test two classic NARS Semi-Matte Lipstick (1) shades, Scarlet Empress (left) and Shanghai Express (right) ($24 each). If Scarlet Empress looks better on your skin tone, opt for bluish reds, if it’s Shanghai Express, stick with brownish reds.
Make an Impact
Clinique’s new High Impact Lip Color (2) in Red-y to Wear ($14) is a fun, bright shade that veers towards hot pink. Pair it with a ‘50s party dress and enjoy the moisturizing feel and SPF 15 protection.
Glamazon
MAC may be the master of red lips, as their original Viva Glam Lipstick (3) ($14) launch proved in 1994. Guess what? The first color is still a winner, a matte, brick red that carries a lot of retro Mad Menappeal.
Girls on Film
Red lipstick conjures up old school glamour, and what better way to do that than invoking La Dolce Vita? Vincent Longo’s Lip Vinyl (4) in Fellini Red ($24) will make you feel like an Italian screen siren. Bonus: the foam applicator makes this red nearly foolproof.
Rocky Road
If you really want to vamp it up, put on your platform stilettos and do up your pout with Too Faced’s Lip of Luxury (5) in purply Drop Dead Red ($18). This is a red along the lines of the Rocky Horror Picture Show, so be prepared to strut your stuff.
Riche Girl
And of course we can’t forget the many affordable drugstore options. Our fave discovery was L’Oreal’s Color Riche (6) ($8.95) in the new celeb-centric line: “Penelope’s Red,” named after Spanish beauty and L’Oreal spokesmodel Penelope Cruz.
MAC Attack
So after trying all these reds, what did we buy? We went back to MAC for their new Crème Sheen lip color (7) in Dare You ($14), which offers just the right balance between saturation and sheen, staying power and moisturizing ability. Dare you wear it all the time? You bet.
Remember the detergent-like shampoos, hard-as-rock eye shadows, and break-out-inducing creams that populated drugstore aisles in the past? Kiss those babies goodbye, because as mass market beauty brands have invested in research and development, drugstore beauty products have started to equal or even exceed some of their pricey counterparts. Before spending your entire paycheck on a single cream ($75 for an eye cream? we could get crow’s feet just thinking about it), head to beauty treasure troves like CVS, where you can get a whole beauty regimen for the same price.
Bobbi Brown Copper Diamond Beauty Kit
This new super luxe Bobbi Brown Copper Diamond Beauty Kit ($95) golden copper faux-leather is on the top of our list for the holidays. Tragically, it doesn’t come stuffed with the pictured cosmetics, but you already have those, right?
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