By Karen Ostlund

HOLLYWOOD CA (Hollywood Today)  02/24/10 —  Hollywood Today got a sneak-peek preview of the gifts donated to VIPS, presenters and nominees of Oscar 2010.

Among the present were: Ed O’Neil, Joe Mantegna, Morgan Fairchild, William Shatner, Antonio Sabato, Lauren Velez, SAG President Ken Howard, Deidra Hall and Maria Concita Alonzo – just to mention a few.

Second Annual “Sneak Peek’ Oscar Suite was produced by Doris Bergman and Kathy Duliakas at Cafe La Boheme in West Hollywood.:

-”We call it “Sneak-Peek” because its the first suite showing before Oscar week”.

As everybody know the Oscar awards will be presented at the Kodak theatre in Hollywood, March 7th 2010”.

This years’ gifting suite was presented by CellCeuticals Skin Care and Timepiece watches by Jorg Gray.

CellCeuticals new SPF 55+ PhotoDefense daily skin protector has been out on the market three month now:

-“We have the highest SPF for an anti-aging cream  on the market right now.” It’s an ultra-light formula with the patent pending Photoplex, which provides extreme anti-aging protection against UVA , UVB exposure and oxidative stress.

Jorg Gray timepieces:

-“We are delighted that our President Obama is wearing our watch JG6500 Chronograph, it’s part of

the Commemorative Edition. The watch he wear is offered in a womens’ line as well.

“He received it as a gift for his 46^th birthday, and has worn it on such historical occasions as his Presidential election victory speech, the inaugural swearing  in ceremony, inaugural balls and signing of his first Presidential Proclamation.

The story of this watch started ten years ago, when the line was introduced as a private label, luxury watch line for the Fortune 500 elite”.

Cafe La Boheme’s 5 -star executive chef, Christine Banta has a classical French background, but she is coming from half Japanese/American family.

On Banta’s menu you could find – brioche lobster rolls, wild mushroom tartlets, sesame chicken salad with tossed cashews and ginger vinaigrette, miso glazed salmon and sliced beef tenderloin.

The spirits to compliment the food were Blue Angel Premium Vodka and Vermeer Dutch Chocolate Cream Liquer.

For non – alcohol lovers the choices of beverages were Steaz zero calories sparkling tea and Aquamantra premium natural spring water..

Aquamantra:

-“We are an award winning taste from San Diego’s Palomar Mountain, and the bottles are earth eco friendly and 100% biodegradable.

“There are four positive messages on our bottles, that want to remind you everything you are grateful for:

‘I am loved’ ‘I am grateful’ ‘I am healthy’ ‘I am lucky’

Three chocolate companies, Mignon Chocolate, The Perfect Truffle and Antonia’s Gourmet Caramelized Pecans offered dessert bites:

Mignon Chocolate:

-“We are now selling in three continents, but we make everything in  Van Nuys, US .

“Our retail stores are in Glendale and Pasadina since 2001” . We are giving away our famous M Collection that features light and dark chocolate in lavender, blueberry, ginger, pomegranate, chili pepper and Cuban Mojito”.

“The Perfect Truffle” is an award-winning chocolate imported from Switzerland, France and Belgium.

Chef  & chocolatier  Randy Olmstead from Perfect Truffle offered guests his strawberry, champagne, Vienna cinnamon and dark chocolate truffles.

Antonia’s Chocolate Gourmet Pecans: -“Our gourmet caramelized pecans come in three flavors, white, dark and milkchocolate” – and it’s a perfect gift for any occasion.

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“Shoes for Africa” was this events’ charity, and guests were encouraged to donate a pair of new or worn shoes to the theashefoundation.org:

-”The shoes will be shipped in April to South Africa for a ‘Christmas in July’ distribution for the 2010 World Cup”

“We just returned from Ghana three weeks ago, and we brought 2000 pair of shoes, clothes and toys to needy children”

“The foundation is less than  2 years old, but we have completed three trips in one year so far: South Africa, Mosambique, and Ghana”

The shoe gifting companies on display were Capelta Boots by Monique, Sheiki shoes and Menbur European shoes & handbags.

Monique, designer of Capelta:

-“This is my first line,(pointing at a fury shoe)  and my second line, chain-boots comes out this fall. All shoes are made in Brazil, and the styles are made for rockstar and actors. Mila Tylers’ dad just ordered a pair”. Being a boot designer was originally a hobby, now it is turning into a carriere”.

Sheiki shoes:

-“We are based out of Ontario, but we supply to 110 stores around the country, for both women and men. The shoes are flats, sandals, boots and sneakers.

The collection we are showing and giving away for Oscars is the skyhigh “Reality Star” evening shoe, that also is affordable.

Menbur Shoes & handbags:

-“ We are based in Spain since 1967, but our shoes  sell in 85 continents. This Oscar season will be our US and Canada launch”

The line  of satin dress shoes and leather boots are considered classic”

The Original Free Beneath luxury bathrobes:

-“ Our bathrobes are made of recycled organic cotton – this line is launched for Oscar week to be worn for the whole family.

The robes are without button in solid colors and are all manufactured in Los Angeles”

“We are a family owned business”

Risque by Mai Lieu:

-“It’s lingerie for your feet .Keeps your feet cool, but it’s also very sexy to accessory your shoes.

-‘Risque looks like a tiny sock that comes in many styles and patterns”

Herban Bath & Body Care:

-“We are a natural, organic, and vegan bodycare company,for both men and women. Spa quality, with no chemicals. Our soaps, creams, bath milk & salt and lip butter comes in ten different aromas – everything from musk, citrus and sweet” to fit  your own personality”.

Dimitri James of SKINN Cosmetics:

-“The two new products from our company are the violet- blue undertone, Orchid Gel Primer and  Face In Case make-up application case.

-“The primer is made for high def TV and studiowork, and to be used under make-up .The blue light pigments reflect the light so you don’t see poors or shine in front of the camera and your skin stays smooth and oil free.

-“Our new make- up case is an anti-aging technology skincareline, which includes two eyeliners, two lipglosses, 12 eyshadows,  two concealers,  translucent powder,  twelve lipsticks,  two blushes and five brushes.

Dazzle Dry Quick Dry Nail System:

-“Dazzle Dry is the world’s first nitrocellulose-free laquer.”We started out with nine colors in 2007, and today we are up to 75.

_’ The entire manicure 4 step session dries in only five minutes:

Nail Prep lotion, base coat, laquer and topcoat.                                                                            The products are also free from formaldehyde, toluene and phthalate.

The jewelry companies on display were Amadika, sterling silver from Australian, “Not Just Any Old Day” and  ROCKS – jewelry that combine concrete and precious stones,  created by Thomas Diener for Miles McNeel Design.

ROCKS:

-“Every piece in our collection is one of a kind and eco-friendly.

The heart of the line is the concrete  dogtags – you wear them as a pair –  when you meet your soulmate you split them up, and give the smaller dogtag to your soulmate”.                               The Rocks design is inspired the Ancient civilizations and the Cosmos”

“Not Just Any Old Day” calendar jewerly:

This Oscar season we are showing a more affordable sterling silverline, fortyfive dollars – which also includes the chain and keyring.

You choose the calendar month on your keyring,  moneyclip or charmkey around your neck – then we mark it with a Swarovski crystal that special day of choice in your life”

“Most selling right now is Anniversary”

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Art Lewin & Co:

-“ We were voted nr.1 Costume Clothier in Los Angeles 2008 by LA Downtown News.”

-‘Only for mens’ executive clothing so far. We go to your home or office, where we plan, coordinate and maintain your wardrobe  so you will wear the perfect attire for formal, casual or business wear.

-“Our company also offers image consulting, tailoring and accessories in three cities, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Scottsdale”.

Forbes Riley, creator of MySpinGym.com is pushing 50 years old, but she appears at least 20 years younger: She says about her age:

-It’s my 20 years doing marshal arts and licensed massage therapist.

-“ I am delighted getting voted into Fitness Hall of Fame this year .Now I am part of  the same group as Schwarzenegger, Richard Simmons, Jane Fonda and Jack La Lane.

-“You probable recognize me from the infomercial with Montel Williams and the juicer, the last seven years.

-“MySpinGym is made for women that want to get red carpet ready arms in only five minutes exercise a day.

-This is the 2010 home and travel edition that sold 50.000 copies so far.

It’s based on an ancient Oriental technology, that will tone and strengthen  the muscles in your upper body, arms, shoulders and chest.

-It’s a combination of inertia, gyrotronics and isokinetics that allow you to get up to 20 lbs resistance with each pull”.

Pineapple Electronics Rumble Ear woofers:

-“ Rumble K  in-ear headphones have a bone conduction and air conduction functions. It transmits sounds from your phone or ipod,  that vibrate and delivers a 4D motion sound experience.

“Best of all – Rumble KW is 100% waterproof,   and has acoustic volume and dynamics without damaging your ears”

Plantronics headsets:

-“ It’s all about communictation and Plantronics have you covered!. -The line of Bluetooth and headset  products for pcgames we are showing, came out on the market last year, and is widely used in many Fortune 500 corporations.

Mobigrip –  is a new concept on how not to drop your cellphone or camera:

-“Peel, Stick, Secure and Stop the Drops is Mobigrip slogan, and it comes with a wrap bungee to wrap around your finger.

“ We are building up advertisement capability & promotional market this season – the companies email their logo to us, that can be put on your Mobigrip of choice.

Among the clothinglines on display were  Indian red carpet evening wear by Scala and BG Haute, and  100 %  organic cottonwear by LiveLifeOrganics.

Stephanie Lavner, founder of LiveLifeOrganics.com:

-“Our company mission focuses on creating more positive energy with positive messages on our garments as: ‘Be Inspired’  ‘Do Dream’  ‘Be Compassionate’

“The garments are dyed and printed in water-based inks and dyes and comes in long & short sleeve-shirts, scoopnecks and tanktops- and also baby wear.

-The handtags  contain recycle plantable seeds to wildflower.”