When it comes to any sort of holiday/birthday gifting, I fall into the category of “nothing would ever get done if it weren’t for the last minute”. With Mother’s Day only 5 days away, I’ve compiled a list of 10…
50 Sweet Finds Under $50
Since it seems that pretty much the entire world has taken a step back from major purchases, and rightfully so, I’ve decided to dedicate this post to 50 sweet finds under $50. Treating oneself to something affordable can be exciting…
How to Decorate Your Thanksgiving Table
I take great pleasure in creating beautiful tablescapes and with fall in the air, leaves on the ground and Thanksgiving less than three weeks away, pumpkins, pine cones and holiday related decorative accents have me all spiced up. Traditionally, the…
How to Prepare a Guest Bedroom
Part of being a good hostess is anticipating your guest’s needs and making them feel comfortable, especially overnight guests. I recently redid our guest bedroom and though it’s still a bit of a work in progress, I’m pretty excited about…
How I Accessorize My Powder Room
Though I don’t spend much time in my powder room, it happens to be one of my favorite spots in my apartment. Probably because it’s rarely used so it always looks pristine. As weird as this may sound, I actually…
How I Get Cozy In Wintertime
With shorter days and longer nights upon us, and freezing temps I might add, I seem to be spending more time indoors. Winter time is all about setting the mood, think comfortable, cozy and lots of candles. Of course, a…
18 Things I Can’t Live Without
I am always interested in magazine articles that highlight celebrity or designer must haves. It must be because the things they covet must be pretty darn good and it also offers a more personal insight into their lives. This got…
Table Chic
A couple of weeks ago, I hosted an intimate al fresco lunch in honor of my brothers birthday. Planning the decor was as much fun as hosting the lunch itself. It’s a creative outlet and a way for me to…
Well Lit
Over the years I have amassed an impressive collection of candles. Most were bought at specialty boutiques, on my travels and others I received as gifts… I can never have too many! Candles add warmth, character and ambiance to any…
Making Sense of Scents
When it comes to perfumes, I am not one that is easy to please. They’re either too sweet, too strong or generally too overpowering. I’ve spent way too much time at perfume counters spraying, spritzing and sniffing, most often…