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August

08 . 08 . 15

Fairest of the months! Ripe summer’s queen The hey-day of the year With robes that gleam with sunny sheen Sweet August doth appear. – R. Combe Miller   Photo by me via Instagram.

I never tire of seeing Aerin Lauder’s Southampton home because it’s so warm and welcoming.  It recently welcomed Garence Doré who photographed her visit which included a look at Aerin’s new Rose de Grasse perfume and a lovely lunch. As Garance mentions, the house could be intimidating because it belonged to Estée Lauder but Aerin […]

While we’re on the topic of Ralph Lauren, can we talk about all the gorgeous blue and white pieces are in the entertaining collection from Ralph Lauren Home.  Not only does it remind me of the summer outdoor decor at Ralph’s restaurant in Paris but it also makes me want to plan a party. Or […]

Sunny Summer Saturday

07 . 25 . 15

There is nothing better than a sunny summer Saturday, especially when the humidity is low.  I spent most of my day outside reading which included the chic August 2015 issue of Condé Nast Traveler, on my favorite Missoni Home beach towel, while slathered in Clinique SPF 30, while wearing my favorite Celine sunglasses. Hope you had […]

Porter magazine just announced today that Daria Werbowy will grace different two versions of their fall 2015 issue. It won’t be out until next week so until then, I’m going back to look at the beautiful photos that Mikael Jansson shot of her in Sweden for Interview magazine. Even though she’s a tall model with […]

Pool Party

07 . 21 . 15

We’re on our third day of 90+ degrees in New York City which as you can imagine is not pleasant.  A refreshing dip in a pool would be very nice today but since that is not on the schedule, these cool pool photos will have to suffice. Enjoy! All photos via Pinterest.

Do Not Disturb

07 . 04 . 15

Whether you’re celebrating Independence Day in the USA or escaping the heat wave in Europe, I hope no one disturbs you. Although, I think that would be easier if you had this chic Do Not Disturb hat which I’m definitely ordering for myself. Bon weekend! Photo via Gary Pepper Girl.

Le Bain

07 . 01 . 15

Paris is experiencing a heat wave this week and I hope some people planned ahead and went to the shore. I can’t think of anything that would look more chic on the beach than a bathing suit and towel from Hermès Le Bain 2015. Villa sold separately.

Take a New Chance

06 . 27 . 15

The worst part of the fashion calendar is that when you actually want to buy summer clothes, you’ll find nothing but in the stores but wool coats. If you’re still in need of key pieces to get you through warm weather any time of year, head to Chance where you’ll find everything you need.  The […]

One of the most amazing old homes in Sag Harbor is the Hannibal French House on Main Street. It was built in 1834 but redesigned and enlarged in 1860 by “one of the more illustrious whaling and ship owning families” according to the Sag Harbor Historical Society. The elaborate Italianate home was also restored by more […]

I’m headed to Sag Harbor tomorrow and I can’t wait for a little respite away from the city.  It’s my favorite place in the Hamptons since it’s more low key and relaxed than other areas. All the architecture out east is lovely but for some reason it looks even more charming in Sag Harbor.  Maybe because the […]

Yellow & White Delight

06 . 13 . 15

I feel like yellow and white stripes are the new blue and white stripes.  We saw them earlier this week on the awning of the Grand Banks and all over Instagram for the Hotel Il Pellicano 50th anniversary party weekend. That’s Bianca Brandolini and Eugenia Niarchos looking chic on the iconic towels in matching retro inspired […]

I was away last summer so I missed the opening of Grand Banks, an award-winning oyster bar on a historic wooden boat on a pier along the Hudson River. It’s been described as the Hamptons in the city and that’s what it looks to me too. The “menu features sustainably produced oysters, ingredient driven seasonal plates, and nautically […]

Summer hasn’t even officially started yet and the city is already hot and sticky.  Good thing that Emerson Fry just debuted their Core Dress today. The low back tank dress comes in five colors and can be styled in a multitude of ways.  You can keep it light and let it hang loose or belt […]

It feels like everyone is pregnant right now from my friend Sheena and Oscar PR Girl Erika Bearman, to Kim Kardashian. I can imagine that their goal this summer is to be as comfortable as possible while feeling uncomfortable and Hatch has them covered. The new Hatch Plage collection is full of light gauzy dresses and separates […]

Summer Sale Selections

05 . 28 . 15

Right now, everything is on sale everywhere.  Well, maybe not everything but there are a lot of amazing fashions on sale at Net-a-Porter, Barneys, and Bergdorf Goodman online.  I’m sharing a few of my favorites and the best part is that you have the entire summer left to wear them. One of the brands that […]

The Memorial Day holiday is the unofficial start of summer and trips to the Hamptons. There is no person who epitomizes weekend chic more than Aerin Lauder so I thought it would be fun to take another look at her style and her lovely Hamptons home. While the inside is decorated for year round use, I […]