Articles tagged with ‘Zeta Graff’
Daphne and Zeta are Bag ladies! (Er, Jimmy Choo bag ladies, darling!)
Posted on June 16th, 2010 at 8:18 am by Helen Whitaker
In celebs-ville you’re no one until you’ve had a high fashwan handbag named after you – just look at the lovely Jane and her Birkin and that Chung kid and her Mulberry ‘Alexa’ – so congratulations Daphne Guinness (left) and Zeta Graff (right), you have officially made it!
Jimmy Choo’s Tamara Mellon has named two of her coveted arm candies after the socialites – a gorgeous silver clutch after Zeta and a fashtastic neon and leopard print number after Daphne – and I have just two words: I WANT.
Jimmy Choo never fails when it comes to accessories and I’m sure the brand’s countless A-list fans like Kylie, SJP and Keira would agree.
Now what do I have to do to get a bag named after little old me? The ‘Helen’ has a nice ring to it…
Cat Deeley: “I Haven’t Got The X Factor”
Posted on May 10th, 2010 at 6:57 am by Sean Borg
Dear ol’ Cat Deely answered the question on everybody’s lips on Saturday night, as she revealed she didn’t have a job (as yet) judging the X Factor when it starts here in America next year.
The stunning telly host arrived at an event in Hollywood to celebrate her good friend Matthew Williamson, who was being named ‘Designer Of The Year’, as part of BritWeek.
All sorts of rumors have been flying around since Simon Cowell announced he was quitting American Idol to launch X Factor in the US, with former Girls Aloud singer Cheryl Cole apparently being one of Si’s favorites.
But singer Sinitta let slip recently that Cowell was considering a number of big names, including Mariah Carey. She said: “It’s amazing that so many people want to do it… it’s huge. Everybody is up for it, Mariah… ok I’m not saying anymore!”
But Cat certainly didn’t rule out the possibility of being part of the new show, she said: “You never know, providing I’m not chatting to someone else.” Oo-er, what could she mean by that?
Well, I think Cat DOES have the ‘X Factor ‘ and would make a great judge, but when you think that she’s up against the likes of Mariah, Gaga and even Madonna’s name has been whispered in my ear a few times, you can see why she might have her doubts…
However, Tinseltown has been kind to Deeley so far, so you NEVER know!
Other guests included, Jewelry designer Zeta Graff, Lord Frederick Windsor and Lady Sophia Windsor, actress Jacqueline Bisset… Oh, and me…
BritWeek is an annual celebration of British people and business’ contribution to the Californian economy.
Elton’s Oscar Bash Raises Lots of Cash!
Posted on March 8th, 2010 at 7:58 am by Sean Borg
How quickly Oscars came around this year. It seemed I’d only just taken off my tuxedo in 2009, then BAM! It was back on again in 2010 for the best party in town – Elton John’s AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Party held at the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood.
This year the event raised a staggering $3.9 Million for the fight against HIV and AIDS.
Presented by Chopard, Jo and Raffy Manoukian and Neuro Drinks, the EJAF Viewing Party continues to be the leading fundraiser on Oscar night in Hollywood. The couple’s bash has become a staple for all those without an invite to the ceremony itself and this year’s guest list read like a ‘who’s who’ to the entertainment world’s biggest names, and one of the best parties thrown by the EJAF so far (still no goodie bag however, but you can’t have everything I suppose, eh David!)
I arrived with my trademark date, the stunning diamond beauty, Zeta Graff, and the evening began with a cocktail reception, dinner and viewing of the 82nd Annual Academy Awards, followed by a very exciting live auction and a high voltage performance by the iconic Grace Jones.
“I’m so blown away this year, it’s fantastic,” Elton said. “It’s our stable fundraiser for the whole year, this is by far the most important, it gets us the most publicity and it raises the most money.
“It’s hard work because you have to walk around shaking hands with everyone but when we go home and it’s all finished we’ve met people and we’ve seen great entertainment close up.”
Drawing out quite a few of our favorite celebrities, Victoria Beckham and Heidi Klum were spotted looking as elegant as ever – even Victoria (who I often label Vic-bore-ria) was far from boring when she grabbed me and gave a big hug as she exited the ladies loos, “Sean!” she yelled… “How are you? I’m a bit drunk so no photos!” OK, so Posh is back in my good books!
Not far behind the beautiful models were “Glee” co-stars Lea Michele and Cory Monteith, followed by a brunette Hayden Panettiere.
Representing the Brits this year were the likes of recently engaged Simon Cowell who was glued to his foxy fiancé Mezhgan Hussainy all night, Mel B, fashion designer Julia Clancey, Amanda Holden, Michelle Collins, Katie Price, and Sharon and Kelly Osbourne who stopped to have her picture taken with me. Kelly was one of my favorites of the evening to be honest, beaming from cheek to cheek. She told me that she was feeling on top of the world, and who could blame her, you only have to look at the transformation she has undergone – quite unbelievable.
Nicole Richie made her way into the swanky party along with Kimora Lee, Christina Hendricks, Michelle Rodriguez and the very lovely Jennifer Hudson who also stopped to chat to me, Jennifer told me she happy when she heard Simon [Cowell] was engaged: “I am so happy he is finally settling down,” she told me.
Miley Cyrus also hit the party with Liam Hemsworth. Cyrus finally confirmed what we already knew, that Liam was her official boyfriend, and Miley told the press at the event, “I think we’re both deeper than normal people—what they think and how they feel. He’s very grateful for what he has, but he doesn’t let it go to his head. I’m like that too.” How sweet!
It was a long day! Fabulous food, lots of chocolates and wall-to-wall celebs… I could have stayed all night and kipped (slang word for slept) in the corner till morning, but thankfully sometime just after midnight I was rescued by dear friends, British actor Craig Young and Michael Di Girolamo who dragged me into their chauffeured limo!
What fun was had, my gorgeous ‘Graff’ date, my photo with Elton, Kelly Osborne’s super-slim waist, Posh and Price all smiles, Godiva chocolates, and nearly $4 mil’ raised for charity… Ah, now I can rest my weary head, it was a night well worth it, roll-on next year!
Bling it on, Zeta!
Posted on December 18th, 2009 at 1:47 pm by SBGLA! Staff
The new decade is already off to a glittering start for Hollywood-based gem designer Zeta Graff, who has celebs clamoring to borrow diamonds from her for the upcoming Golden Globes ceremony. Come January 17th stars will be dripping with Bobby Dazzlers on the red carpet and Zeta’s pieces are already in high demand.
The Greek-born Brit’s ZG line has been tipped as a serious up-and-comer in the jewellery world for 2010 and has already been spotted on Hollywood hotties like supermodel, Hilary Rhoda and Meg Ryan as well as the gorgeous Mila Kunis who appears in ZG’s ad campaign. If that wasn’t enough Zeta’s A-list friends have come out to support her and I’ve heard whispers that Brett Ratner – the heavyweight behind the X-Men trilogy (thank you Brett for discovering Hugh Jackman’s inner Wolverine!) – will shoot an ad campaign.
Holmes Is Where The Yang Is!
Posted on September 25th, 2009 at 1:41 pm by Sean Borg
OK, So now I am an official member of the Katie Holmes fan club…
Last night I attended the launch party for Holmes & Yang where the 30-year-old actress along with her co-designer – celebrity stylist Jeanne Yang, presented their “premium designer” line that goes on sale exclusively at Maxfield in Los Angeles this fall.
Katie’s other half Tom Cruise’s was a no-show at the event due to work commitments, but that certainly didn’t dampen the night, giving Holmes a chance to shine alone.
I managed to grab a few minutes with the utterly charming actress who told me that she has always had a passion for fashion. She said, “Suri was my inspiration, she loves dressing up so I decided to launch this exciting venture with Jeanne Yang.”
Holmes & Yang dazzled Tinseltown’s fashionistas and the and the duo were congratulated by the likes of Nip Tuck’s Sanaa Lathan, singer Alanis Morissette and diamond designer Zeta Graff – who’s stunning jewelry also happens to be on sale exclusively at the high-end store.
Katie’s style evolution is largely thanks to Yang, and the pair are clearly taking their working relationship to the next level. Holmes told guests, “After watching Suri playing “dress-up” I approached Yang with the idea to launch a collection.”
The Oscars: Sir Elton John’s Goodie Bag’s GONE!
Posted on February 23rd, 2009 at 8:24 pm by Sean Borg
Sir Elton John and David Furnish hosted their annual extravagant Oscar party with a glittering guest list of Brit’ stars who turned up in their finery, including Kate Beckinsale, Zeta Graff, Simon Cowell, Terri Seymour, Gordon Ramsay, Katie Price, Victoria Beckham, oh and me…
Berggruen’s Blowout Bash!
Posted on February 19th, 2009 at 1:45 pm by Sean Borg
Nicolas Berggruen, is a 46 year-old ‘homeless’ billionaire (or so the story goes) and a familiar figure in New York, Paris, and London society.
Berggruen hosts this particular lavish ‘blowout bash’ annually. He has his own billion-dollar business called Berggruen Holdings and is a son of the late Heinz Berggruen, one of the most successful international art dealers of the 20th century.
So there I was another night at another party, however I was rather looking forward to this one as it was actually tipped to be one of the best in town, but Er… sadly it was not, well, not this year anyway…
























