“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” – Declaration of Independence, July 4, 1776 Habitually Chic has always been a place to come to see something pretty […]
According to Bourne Creative, green is… “the color of life, renewal, nature, and energy, is associated with meanings of growth, harmony, freshness, safety, fertility, and environment. Green is also traditionally associated with money, finances, banking, ambition, greed, jealousy, and wall street. The color green has healing power and is understood to be the most restful […]
A few weeks ago, I headed down to Birmingham, Alabama with Delta Faucet to tour the Southern Living Idea House for 2016. While the whole house was beautiful, the room that made the most impact was the gorgeous green kitchen and family room by local architect and interior designer Bill Ingram. It was inspired by a […]
While the White House private quarters by Michael Smith in the December 2016 issue of Architectural Digest is getting all the press, it was the very chic Greenwich Village apartment of artist Jack Pierson that struck my fancy. In the article, Pierson said, “I decided that I wanted it to look like an apartment that […]
Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, And sorry I could not travel both And be one traveler, long I stood And looked down one as far as I could To where it bent in the undergrowth; Then took the other, as just as fair, And having perhaps the better claim, Because it was grassy […]
All Netflix series should begin when it’s colder so you feel less guilty about staying inside to watch them. That’s why I’m excited the newest and apparently most expensive Netflix production to date, The Crown, begins tomorrow. The first season of 10 episodes of a reported five seasons to dramatize the life and loves of the British […]
After I returned from Birmingham last week, I headed to the Park Avenue Armory to catch the last day of The European Fine Art Fair (TEFAF). While there, I noticed three women wearing similar outfits of coat, frayed hem jeans, and velvet flats. One was a little fashion forward with a coat that had a […]
If you follow me on Instagram, you already know that I’m headed to Charleston, South Carolina in early December with my friend Dina. I have never been to Charleston but I already know I’m going to love it. I’m currently putting together my list of restaurants, historic houses, and hotels to visit. One house I […]
Everyone keeps asking me when I’m going back to Paris. Unless something comes up sooner, it probably won’t be until the Spring. In the meantime, I’m putting together my list of new places to visit and Divellec is topping the list. Le Divellec was a venerable seafood restaurant located in the Invalides area of Paris […]
When black cats prowl and pumpkins gleam, May luck be yours on Halloween. ~Author unknown Photo via @aliceinherpalace
It was definitely a shock to come back to 43 degree weather in New York after enjoying 80 degree temperatures in Birmingham. I technically don’t need another coat since my coat closet is packed but that won’t stop me from buying a few more. The best place to shop for coats for the whole family […]
I read the November issue of Vogue magazine from cover to cover on my flights down to Birmingham this weekend. It was a great issue but my favorite story was the feature on Plum Sykes English country house in the Cotswolds. It’s so cozy and quintessentially British that it’s hard to believe the house is […]
This month, the innovative company, LG, unveiled its LG SIGNATURE brand products during a week of events that included an exclusive red carpet gala at the LG SIGNATURE Gallery in New York City’s Rockefeller Center. LG SIGNATURE is LG Electronics’ most premium brand for home appliances and home entertainment products including washing machines, a sleek refrigerator, a television, and air purifier. All of […]
I’m still in Birmingham but I can’t wait to get home so I can read David Netto’s new book on the famed French interior designer Francois Catroux that is being released today. In my post The Chic Catroux in 2011, I lamented the fact that we don’t see more of Catroux’s design work and now […]
I came across Chateau de Castille on the French AD site last week. Not only is the chateau beautiful and include wall frescoes by Picasso but it’s for sale by Sotheby’s International Realty. Considering how much Picasso art work sells for at auction, it seems like a bargain at $9.66 Million. If any of you buy […]
I’m currently in Birmingham, Alabama for a days for a work trip. After I’m finished, interior designer Andrew Brown has generously offered to show me around and take me antiquing. I’m looking forward to seeing the town but before I left New York, I took a long walk through the city to enjoy the changing […]
The temperature dipped into the 40’s this morning in New York. Perfect weather to cozy up by a fire. If you don’t have a fireplace, the next best thing is to burn a woodsy or warm smelling candle. The scents of sandalwood, cedar, vetiver, patchouli, and amber are perfect for the autumn season. Below are […]
Some of my favorite Instagram accounts are based in England and I recently found a new account to follow @tradchap. Jack Laver Brister describes himself on his account as a “29 year old antiques dealer and gardener living in Somerset. Currently renovating a small Georgian town house in Frome.” As with many homes in the English […]
Menswear inspired looks of tweed, houndstooth, and plaid were everywhere on the street during Paris fashion week. A great place to find this look in many different styles is Nordstrom. It’s one stop shopping that can’t be easier with free shipping and returns for all your fall shopping needs. Graphic Tweed Coat Rhodes Houndstooth Wool Blazer […]
There are so many great Friends & Family fashion sales going on right now but not many for the home. If you’re looking for a little fall refresh for your home, I highly suggest you check out Serena & Lily. They are offering a 20% Friends & Family discount through 11:59pm on Monday, October 24, 2016 […]