You've heard me mention Joy Bianchi (left) a couple times now. She's the ultimate San Francisco socialite, and someone I hope to be half as fabulous as when I'm her age. She's invited to every glamorous event and dressed to the nines in unique frocks — her designer of choice is Ralph Rucci — but Joy has a generous philanthropic side as well. She runs Helpers of the Mentally Retarded and owns a boutique whose proceeds benefit the organization.

Imagine my joy (pun!) when I was invited to the opening of Helpers House of Couture, an invite-only event that sold couture dresses, designer shoes, hats, and jewels galore — some Joy's, and most donated by upper-crust ladies. I felt like a kid let loose in a candy store, only this candy store had two floors and six rooms stuffed with fashion fabulousness. If money wasn't an object, I would have bought the house and everything under its roof. I did end up scoring two amazing necklaces that I think Kate Moss would be envious of.

To go behind the seams and to see what I scored, read more

Don't tell me you've never done the Time Warp. When were you first introduced to The Rocky Horror Picture Show? I may have been too young — 15? — but it was so much fun. Needless to say, my friends and I were all over it, and snuck out to catch the famous midnight showing. (Mom, are you reading this?) I had two giant hickeys on my neck as a result. No, not from necking — they said it was a ritual that had to be done to all RHPS virgins. I gave in. It was so much fun.

P.S. A remake is in the works! Not sure how I feel about that, but I kinda can't wait to see.

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Bows can come off as really prim, but not if you have cool stripes to back them up. I instantly became smitten with this Vintage Pink Stripe Bow Blouse, size M-L, not for the bow, not for the stripes, but because of the combo. It's a match made in fashion heaven, really. Plus, the coral color packs a punch.

The current bidding price is at $9.99 and the auction ends on Sunday, Aug. 3. Good luck and happy bidding!