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Brooke Shields Celebrates New St. Regis Resort

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Brooke Shields, pictured above with St. Regis Global Brand Leader Paul James, toasted the opening of the famed brand's 21st hotel, the St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort in Puerto Rico, at a cocktail party at the legendary St. Regis New York Wednesday night. The glamorous fête also celebrated the unveiling of the St. Regis Collection by Alexis Bittar, a collection of jewelry created exclusively for St. Regis in honor of the brand's latest luxe destination. Each piece in the St. Regis Collection pays homage to St. Regis' founding patroness Caroline Astor, mother of John Jacob Astor who opened The St. Regis New York in 1904, and her famed jewels which she displayed at New York's premier social events. For the celebration, hosted by stylish socialites Olivia Chantecaille and Ren Grady, Zani Gugelmann, Mary Alice Stephenson, and Lucy Sykes and Euan Rellie, the St. Regis New York's second floor was transformed into a warm, inviting salon where guests discovered the storied hotel's enchanting rooms.

With glowing candlelight and beautiful flower arrangements situated amongst rich wood tables, elegant sofas and leather club chairs gracing the rooms, the setting suggested an intimate home harkening back to the days of the private residences found in the iconic hotel during John Jacob Astor's time. Throughout the festive evening, guests enjoyed live music from Kat Edmonson as she crooned classic jazz numbers while accompanied by a five piece band, paying tribute to the St. Regis New York's jazz history; the hotel has played host to some of the finest jazz musicians since its opening over a century ago. Party-goers were also treated to a special menu of hors d'oeuvres created by celebrated chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. Vongerichten is the Chef of Fern, the St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort's highly anticipated and recently opened signature restaurant.

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Alexis Bittar Montauk Bracelet

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Filed under: Jewelry

The Montauk Bracelet ($495) by Mr. Lucite himself - Alexis Bittar - is like a beautiful explosion of turquoise stones coming from a jagged edged crystal. Its breathtaking presence is reminiscent of a family heirloom that has been passed from one generation to the next. The Montauk Bracelet has a balanced feel between old world sensibilities and modern appeal. I especially love its eye popping color that will add such vibrancy and fun to your outfit. It measures at 2.5" diameter and 1.5" high.

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Joan Collins Takes A Turn As Jewelry Model

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Actress Joan Collins is getting back into modeling at the age of 76. The glamorous golden girl will be the face of Alexis Bittar jewelry in ads that will launch on billboards in New York City during Fashion Week. The fact that Collins is most famous for her role as the devilish diva Alexis Carrington on the 1980s drama "Dynasty" is a fact not lost on either the designer or the star. As People.com has it Collins decided that 'Alexis for Alexis' was brilliant. Collins has been a costume jewelry collector for years and states that Alexis Bittar is her favorite designer. The glitzy oversized Bittar pieces seem to suit her well.

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Lucite Flower Pins

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All things 80s are back, including broaches and pins. But whether you're following the trends or not, these lucite flower pins make a perfect Mother's Day gift. They come from New York designer Alexis Bittar, whose jewelry regularly appears in Vogue, Elle, and other fashion magazines. The hand-crafted pins measure about 2.25 by 2.25 inches, come in three different colors, and can purchased via the Museum of Modern Art's online store. Price: $145 ($130 for MoMa members).

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