Tights are no longer worn to keep warm. Though we began to see a glimpse of this last season with Proenza Schouler’s oversized fishnets, this season designers took hosiery to new heights. Burberry and Saint Laurent kept it safe with…
Velvet Luxe
Velvet dominated the runway for fall. I have always loved this fabric for its luxurious texture and glamorous appeal. There is also something regal about it. Perhaps it is the vision of royal velvet robes worn in the fairy tales…
Fortune Travels: Big Sky Country
One of my older brother Jack’s favorite vacation destination is The Ranch at Rock Creek in Philpsburg, Montana. He has been a loyal guest for years and per his recommendation, last week, my husband and I decided to pay a…
School Daze
The start of the school year is a week away which means fall clothing, backpacks, school supplies, hair cuts, doctor check ups and basic hysteria. This year, I asked my children to do a little research and create a “wish…
September in the City
Though it is always devastating to say goodbye to summer (yes, I am being dramatic), NYC in September does have its share of excitement. New York Fashion Week, the US Open, new restaurant openings and exhibits make our transition back…
Donni Charmed!
Back in June, I had the great pleasure of meeting fashion designer Alyssa Wasko of Donni Charm at her pop up shop in Nolita. No coincidence, I was immediately ‘charmed’ by Alyssa and her brand, a contemporary scarf line that…
Peanut Butta Lova
I always thought that eating peanut butter was a “no no.” Too fattening, too childish, too sticky… until two RD’s deemed it nutritionally sound. That’s all it took for me to dig my silver spoon deep into the peanut butter…
18 Products to ‘Fall’ For
Though I am always on the lookout for skincare and trending beauty products, come fall, and I am ready to update my look and do damage control to my slowly fading sun kissed face:( and beached out hair. With the…
My Summer Playlist
There are many components to motivate us for a great work out session. Getting a good nights sleep, laying out your workout gear the night before, hydrating, making a date with a friend or trainer to ensure follow through…you know…
Flower Child
Each summer, I have visions of outdoor entertaining at sunset, sipping cocktails on the lawn, and then sitting for an al fresco dinner around my teak dining table. Though still waiting for these blissful nights to materialize, in the interim,…
Havana Inspired
It’s no small coincidence that since President Obama’s historic announcement this past year, that the U.S. would loosen travel restrictions to Cuba, Havana was vibing at three major fashion houses for resort 2017. Chanel actually showed his collection at the…
7 Deadly Sins
Each season, I look forward to summers at the Jersey Shore. I love its white beautiful beaches, laid back atmosphere, and more recent nouveau hipster vibe. During this two month vacation (of sorts), I especially take the opportunity to indulge…
