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Over the past two decades, Parisian designer Christian Louboutin has created some of the most coveted footwear on the planet. To celebrate, Louboutin has launched a 20th anniversary capsule collection made up of 20 shoe styles and 6 handbags—all reinterpretations of the brand’s classic red-soled designs. Inspired by a mix of art, travel, architecture, and cabaret, the line includes sky-high feathered pumps, embellished flats, fringed boots, and ornate shoulder bags. Here’s a look at some of our favorite pieces in the collection, which hits stores in later this month. 650 N. Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood

The Physique 57 shoe

Stay fashionably fit with Blake Brody In-Studio Footwear’s latest workout shoe. A collaboration with barre fitness studio Physique 57, the limited-edition shoe combines the elegance of a ballet slipper with advanced fitness footwear technology. The Physique 57 shoe ($105) features the exercise brand’s signature light blue and black color scheme adorned with Brody’s corset heel detail and translucent shoe grips. The snug fit and breathable vegan material also help with arch support and preventing slips. The shoe is now on pre-order and available March 1 at blakebrody.com and physique57.com. 

The Royce

The Royce at The Langham Huntington Pasadena will welcome D’Artagnan owner Ariane Daguin for two special dinners celebrating the flavors of the Southwest on February 28 and 29. (D’Artagnan was the first purveyor of game and foie gras in the U.S.) Widely known as “Ms. Foie Gras,” Daguin will join chef David Féau in creating a unique five-course tasting menu of game, foie gras, cassoulet, and other regional specialties from the Pyrénées. Each course will be complimented with wine pairings by sommelier Eric Espuny. Reserve your spot through roycela.com or 626-585-6410.

Como Whisky Para Chocolate cocktail

What better time is there to celebrate Hollywood and dish on celebrity fashion than during the Oscars? Toast this year’s film stars with a slightly sweet whisky cocktail from top LA bartender Joe Brooke. Here, the mixologist, who can be found behind the bar at The Edison on most nights, shares the recipe for his signature Como Whisky Para Chocolate tipple.

Como Whisky Para Chocolate

2 ounces The Black Grouse
1/2 ounce Blood Orange Liqueur
1/4 ouncce Marie Brizard Créme de Cacao
2 dashes celery bitters

Add all ingredients into a shaker with ice, stir and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a small lemon peel.

A costume sketch by Mark Bridges for the character of Peppy Miller played
by Bérénice Bejo in The Artist

Want to see The Artist in color? You can, when the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM) reveals its “20th Annual Art of Motion Picture Costume Design” exhibit (February 14 to April 28). Clothing from the black-and-white Oscar nominated film will be among the 100 costumes from more than 20 films displayed. Look for costumes from all five this year’s Academy Award nominees for best costume design (Anonymous, Hugo, Jane Eyre, W.E., and The Artist), as well as the 2011 Oscar-winning costumes from Alice in Wonderland. 919 S. Grand Ave., LA

Islay sunglasses by Shauns Shades

Through its Buy One Give Sight initiative, California-based eyewear brand Shauns Shades aims to support the visually impaired and eliminate blindness. For every pair of retro-inspired frames sold, Shauns will donate a pair of glasses to a visually impaired person. Not yet a year old, the company has already supplied thousands of glasses worldwide. Each pair is equipped with premium Carl Zeiss lenses and a slew of colors and styles are available.

Looks from the Banana Republic Mad Men collection

Timed around the much-anticipated March return of Mad Men is the arrival of Banana Republic’s second capsule collection based on the award-winning drama. Inspired by the show’s country club scenes, the new collection (available March 1) marries elegant 1960s-style tailoring with crisp, modern style. Mad Men costume designer Janie Bryant designed a total of 40 pieces for the collection, including apparel and accessories ranging from polished sportswear to chic essentials. Ladies can expect feminine floral dresses, cheery nip-tuck cardigans, lace blouses and coral cropped pants, while men can count on dapper duds, such as bright polos, bold checked woven shirt, and argyle vests. 1202 Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica, 310-394-2341

As Valentine’s Day inches closer, the pressure to find the perfect gift can weigh heavy. Have a little fun and splurge on one of these unique gifts that indulge the senses and bring the bling. 

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1. Crafted with precious metals and exceptional gemstones, these Bulgari Le Gemme collection sunglasses ($92,000) straddle the line between accessories and fine jewelry. us.bulgari.com

 

2. The world’s most prestigious and complex spirit, Louis XIII de Rémy Martin ($2,300) is made of 1,200 eaux-de-vie and is barrel-aged for 100-years. In a time of bespoke luxury, individuality is best expressed through nuance, which is exactly where Louis XIII shines. louis-xiii.com

 

3. Each year, BBC wildlife photographer of the year Andy Biggs leads twenty “photographic journeys” (from $12,500) throughout Africa and other exotic locales. Biggs’ safaris are the perfect gift for would-be wildlife photographers accustomed to luxury accommodations. andybiggs.com

 

4. Clive Christian’s unisex No. 1 Pure Perfume ($2,350, 30 ml) is the ultimate in luxury fragrance. Lasting up to 24-hours and containing a high concentration of rare ingredients, the perfume is packaged in a crystal stopper bottle. saksfifthavenue.com

 

5. Spend Valentine’s Day undercover on the Palais Royale mattress ($33,000) by E.S. Kluft & Co. The plush mattress—handcrafted from silk, cashmere, mohair, and Joma wool—has more than 2,000 premium English springs and is often referred to as the most luxurious mattress in America. kluftmattress.com

 

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Read more from Joshua Estrin at popmuncher.com.

The she-she eyeshadow compact by Sharon-Lee

Aussie eyebrow guru Sharon-Lee is bringing her eponymous cosmetics line and eyebrow shaping services stateside this February. Lee’s multifunctional products include lip glosses with built-in lip liner, a ten-piece brush collection, professional tweezers, and an all-in-one powdered compact that can be used as blush, bronzer or eyeshadow. To celebrate the launch, Lee is hosting private 30-minute sittings ($300) for facial read, brow sculpting, brow stains and eyelash tint February 22–25 at The Residences at W Hollywood. 6250 Hollywood. Blvd., LA

I-Gucci Grammy Museum timepiece

Gucci Timepieces has introduced a limited-edition watch to commemorate music’s biggest night. Just in time for the Grammy Awards (February 12) comes the I-Gucci Grammy Museum, the third model in the I-Gucci Grammy watch and jewelry collection designed by Gucci creative director Frida Giannini. The men’s wristwatch, a variant of I-Gucci XXL Sport, boasts a wide range of technical elements such as digital time, dual time-zone display, date and alarm, countdown timer, tachometer, pedometer and sailing option for timing regattas. Another two standout features were also added, a Grammy Museum Gucci Limited Edition-inscribed bezel and a polished grey PVD case with the Grammy Museum insignia. Proceeds from the watch will benefit The Grammy Museum’s music restoration and preservation program. 347 North Rodeo Dr., Beverly Hills, 310-278-3451