Pasadena Magazine

February 2016 - Beauty, Love and Money

Pasadena Magazine is the bi-monthly magazine of Pasadena and its surrounding areas – the diverse, historically rich and culturally vibrant region that includes Glendale, the Eastside of Los Angeles and the San Gabriel Valley all the way to Claremont.

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REAL ESTATE 73 BALANCING ACT // The ancient Chinese practice of feng shui may seem like empty mysticism to some, but thousands of years of wisdom result in surprisingly practical applications for your home. 79 ALL YOUR HOME'S A STAGE // Redecorating before you move out might seem counterintuitive, but proper "staging" can ensure you get the best price for your house, as quickly as possible. 85 5 EASY, AFFORDABLE DESIGN TRICKS // Five ways to make a major impact with minor effort and expense. CUISINE 95 STIR UP A LITTLE ROMANCE // Mark Brown, master bartender, created this romantic concoction at our request. Try a little taste of romance. BACK PAGE 112 VINTAGE ROMANCE // Pasadena was never a stranger to romance. Jennie and Joshua Giddings are emblematic of the love that blossomed all over Pasadena during its 19th century beginnings. C O N T E N T S DEPARTMENTS FEBRUARY 2016 VOL. 10 NO. 1 THE PULSE 11 MARCEL DUCHAMP: THE JOURNEY // An exhibit on Pop Art pioneer Marcel Duchamp and his artistic progeny demonstrates the breadth of his legacy. 12 DON'T JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS COVER // Whitmore Rare Books is a labor of love that provides a rare opportunity for true book lovers to own a fi rst edition. 14 AGING GRATEFULLY // Just because you can doesn't mean you should. Lian Dolan explains why, when it comes to cosmetic surgery, she's standing pat. 18 LUXURY ON LAKE // The face of Lake Avenue is constantly changing, but right now here are several "lakeside" destinations that promise to cater to your fi ner instincts. 22 AFFORDABLE CHIC // Not mere second-hand stores, couture brands and luxury chic are available (and affordable) at these local luxury resale boutiques. ESCAPES&GETAWAYS 35 ROMANCING THE RAILS // What's more romantic than a luxury train ride through Southern Europe? Pretty much nothing, as travel agent Catherine Addé relates. DOLLARS&SENSE 65 COMMUNITY BANKING // Credit unions are stepping in to provide the personal banking experience many big banks are abandoning. 69 MONEY TALKS // Conversations about money are the hardest kind. Dr. Andrew Thorn tells you why you need to have them anyway. the 35 95 8 FEBRUARY 2016 frontmatter_Feb16.indd 8 1/20/16 6:40 PM

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