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Famed designer Philippe Starck, his wife, Jasmine, right, and daughter Ara go shopping at a Big Lots store in Hollywood to show how far a dollar can go in recessionary times. In a time of financial crisis, we must go back to timeless objects and rediscover the elegance of basics, says Starck, the designer behind L.A. hot spots such as the restaurant Katsuya. Can you live elegantly and economically? We shall see. Give me 20 minutes, says the designer of furniture, accessories and other products. (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times) Nov. 13, 2012 7:57 PM PT Facebook Twitter Show more sharing options Share Close extra sharing options Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Copy Link URLCopied! Print . More to Read My rescue dog bit someone. I almost gave up on him — then I learned to heal us both June 20, 2023 L.A. Affairs: I found love in a truly hopeless place. Yes, the office May 10, 2024 A floor that feels like magic? Just another marvel from this legendary Disney inventor Jan. 31, 2024