Justin Ross Lee, our beloved jewjetting prince of pomp swooped into L.A. again this week to dish the arrogance like only he knows how, but sadly, had almost no time to offend strangers or even get himself banned from any local establishments as this quick day trip was strictLEE business. He did manage to squeeze in a Coffee Bean date yesterday with Reza Farahan, the flamboyant mustachioed Persian Bravo star and hands down our favorite "Shah." Our spies on the ground tell us this was very much a business meeting and that "the ego that attacked New York" and Beverly Hills' most famous 'stache are indeed hatching up something very special. But what...?
[Top: Reza Farahan, Justin Ross Lee at Coffee Bean on Sunset yesterday via]
Justin Ross Lee, Usman Shaikh making a routine Hollywood Hills pool party pit stop yesterday. [via]
[Reza Farahan, Justin Ross Lee via] We totally understand why these two would hit it off and have plenty to discuss aside from their matching Hermes belts, but JRL had no time to waste on a leisurely shittalking session over iced coffee during his 24-hour stay here. Don't let Reza's hat throw you; after all, this is L.A. where the only professionals who wear ties to work are car salesmen and waiters. So what on earth could these two have had to discuss in person in time for JRL's early morning flight out before, as he tells me, LA could give him a rash? Luckily, it's simply not in Reza nor JRL's DNA to be discreet or keep the volume level below a five for more than a minute and thanks to that genetic deficiency, our trusty spy got the full scoop on their business plans. Get ready, America, because a Reza/Pretentious Pocket collaboration this way comes. JRL's aptly named line of pocket squares, probably the most smug men's accessory next to maybe the silk shawl collar or monocle, will soon debut its collaboration with Reza to be called "The Shah," pocket squares decorated with little Reza mustaches.
Although JRL was not at liberty to comment on "The Shah" collaboration we caught wind of, he did sign off with this final thought:
"The service sucks in LA. Perhaps if one of these 'actresses' could act like a waitress they'd land 20% of a part."
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Hamptons Elitist
May 31, 2012
12:36pm
Thank you Los Angeles for keeping him out of the Hamptons Memorial Day weekend. It was heaven not having him around!!!He is an embarassment to say the least. Snapping photos of himself with other peoples estates and cars and posting them all over the media claiming they are his. Acting like he owns the Hamptons when he is nothing but an irresponsible 29 year old party animal that has never held a job. He lived off the banks money until it was gone and had to file bankrupcy recently. Now he sneaks into clubs like the Soho House where he isn't a member.
Caitlyn
May 31, 2012
2:42pm
@Elitist, most of JRL's haters, errr fans, are in the closet. You seem to be the rule, not the exception.
Hamptons Elitist
May 31, 2012
3:24pm
"Hater" not "fan"..you are beyond annoying!
Meow
May 31, 2012
10:16pm
Hate to say it, but anyone who takes the time to comment- is for better or for worse a "fan". Look at Howard Stern, the people who hated him tuned in 3x longer than the people who liked him. I find his shtick to be witty and entertaining. So if you really don't like JRL, "Elitist" boycott the NY Times, Post, Daily News, GoaG etc. Therefore, I hope you are entertained reading the Wall Street Journal, oh wait... [www.marketwatch.com]
Hamptons Elitist
June 1, 2012
9:52pm
You stole from me amongst others when you filed bankrupcy! Definitely a "Hater". Just want people to know who the true Justin Ross Lee is. A con artist! Hardly a fan!
Deep Pocket
June 2, 2012
10:11pm
1.8 Million Americans filed for Chapter 7 or 11 in 2011- along with some of the most recongized corporations in the history or enterprise. Who cares?!
Hamptons Elitist
June 4, 2012
12:24pm
1.8 million people were not out "partying" on borrowed money! You went out of your way to inform the public with your photos and attitude....While all of you suckers are out there working for a living, I am out partying on the banks money!
Ashley
June 4, 2012
12:34pm
JRL that's your attitude- "Who Cares?" Who raised you?