When it comes to a hostess gift both of us always like to take something a little unexpected, something that says thank you for having me. By deviating from the standard bottle of wine or candle, the hostess knows you’ve…
Teen Room Refresh
As I walked into my son’s room to put away laundry, I looked around his Pottery-Barned room and thought sadly he is no longer a little boy (in fact, Jack is in high school and approaching 6 feet) and it’s…
Summer Fragrances
Now that the warmer months are upon us, it’s the perfect time to explore a new fragrance. When you think of spring and summer, you think floral. There are so many great fragrances that combine the perfect blend of fruit…
How to Pack Smart
Summer means vacations and packing—which can be a bit of a challenge. Here’s one for you: Can you imagine packing for a three week trip and the weight of your luggage (including the bag) needs to come in under 45…
Grilled Bruschetta with Tomatoes and Basil…So Easy!
Happy 4th of July! Whether you’re making chicken, steak, fish, ribs or hamburgers and hotdogs on the grill, why not start off with a delicious and easy grilled bruschetta? You’re going to be grilling anyway, so why not? Trust me,…
Wardrobe Basics According to Anna Wintour
When you see a list created by Anna Wintour of the 5 basic items every woman should own, you think, “Oh this should be good AND expensive$.” There really is no higher fashion authority than the The Queen of…
Coffee Table Styling
Nothing refreshes a space like a quick coffee table update. It’s easy and actually kind of fun. Just follow these simple steps and you’ll nail it like a pro. Divide and conquer… depending on the shape of your table, either…
Sprucing Up For Spring
First off, this is most definitely not a typical gardening article, primarily because this is not a gardening blog (they are so many great ones out there.) If I ever do pass along a more “technical” gardening tip, it’s because my dear…
Sunglass Shopping With Friends
Ok. You’re either a “Yes, I love to shop with my friends! We do lunch, maybe grab a glass of wine and hit as many stores as we can.” OR you fall into the category of “Hmmm. I love my friends,…
A Signature Drink
Just like a signature scent, a signature drink is a cool thing. From a make your own margarita bar to a sparkling holiday punch, having a separate station for a particular beverage is a festive add to a party anytime…