“There is no season when such pleasant and sunny spots may be lighted on, and produce so pleasant an effect on the feelings, as now in October.”  –  Nathaniel Hawthorne Photo via Gil Schafter Architect

As you know, I’m a very busy person but when I’m asked to do something for a good case, I definitely make time.  Ralph Lauren and Paperless Post have collaborated on the first ever Pink Pony Hope Card Line and I was honored that they asked me to create a card.  The other card creators include […]

One of the items that is included in my One Kings Lane Blogger Tastemaker Tag Sale is the Sotheby’s catalog from the sale of The Estate of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis from 1996.  Auction catalogs are another great source of inspiration.  Not only are they filled with artwork, objects and furniture for sale but many include […]

From planing trips to working on my book and design projects, we have a lot going on here at Habitually Chic headquarters, aka my living room, this week.  One of the more exciting projects is a One Kings Lane Design Blogger Tastemaker Tag Sale that includes moi!  If they had asked me before I moved, I would have […]

The themes that keep appearing for Spring 2012 fashion are color and pattern.  They also seems to be appearing off the runway.  Due to unseasonably warm weather in Paris, the street style photographers Tommy Ton, Phil Oh and others are catching the fashion flock looking a lot like peacocks. Obviously, you can take their outfits […]

Perhaps I should have announced my trip to Chicago before Morocco since my visit to the Windy City is coming up next week.  I will be in Chicago to celebrate the grand opening of Ian Schrager’s new Public Hotel and I’m excited to dine in the famous Pump Room and see the sights.  I am […]

I loved this spread entitled Marrakech Moment when it was first featured in Harper’s Bazaar. Now I can use it as outfit inspiration on my upcoming trip.  I’m excited to announce that I will be visiting not only Marrakech but also Casablanca, Morocco 1-8 November.  Not sure where I am staying yet but I’m already […]

For my own apartment, I like a neutral backdrop with small pops of color.  But every once in a while I see a colorful home that makes me want to call up the painters and completely redo everything.  Veronica Swanson Beard‘s amazing triplex is one of them.  Interior designer Thomas Britt helped Veronica and her husband […]

Crosby Street is one of my favorite places in New York.  Even though it’s a block from Broadway, it’s always quiet.  I’m a little jealous that Devon Radziwill lives on this chic street but excited to peek into her loft via APT with LSD on Vogue.com.  Needless to say, I love the artwork and library. […]

Fashion week moves to Paris as do all the editors, buyers and bloggers.  I bet a few of them will be visiting the David Mallett hair salon for a brushing which is what the French call a blow out.  If I ever move to Paris, I’m going to David Mallett just so I can hang […]

What surprised me about visiting the Château de Versailles was the openness.  Windows and doors welcomed in the warm September air and it wasn’t at all as closed off as many American monuments would be. This is even more amazing after you realize how much restoration all of the buildings have seen over the years.  Robert […]

The quote on the Moulin du Jardinier website says it all, “from film sets to the peace of Provence.”   The English director of Dr. Zhivago, Sir David Lean fell in love with the 15th-century stone house and restored it and the gardens for his family.  After his death, a young Danish couple bought it from […]

I’m loving the Autome/Hiver 2011-12 Campagne for the French fashion brand Paule Ka shot at the Carlyle Hotel in New York.  The photos make me want to go out and buy a red dress and curl my hair for a walk in Central Park. It’s too bad they don’t have any stores in New York.  […]

Autumn in new yorkWhy does it seem so invitingAutumn in new yorkIt spells the thrill of first-nighting Glittering crowds and shimmering cloudsIn canyons of steelThey’re making me feel – I’m home It’s autumn in new yorkThat brings the promise of new loveAutumn in new yorkIs often mingled with pain Dreamers with empty handsThey sigh for […]

Tuesday, September 13th was my favorite day of Spring 2012 New York Fashion Week.  I started the morning at the first runway show ever for Tory Burch.  It was full of fun prints and pops of color.  Next up was J.Crew’s first presentation at the tents which was also full of great shades for spring.  […]

I’ve never met anything gold and shiny that I didn’t like, including all the furniture and decorative accents in this Parisian apartment. It is owned by Delfina Delettrez whose mother is Silvia Venturini Fendi, one of those fabulous fashion Fendis.  Looks like chicness runs in the family and her taste in antiques is perfect for […]

The new Ladurée shop on Madison Avenue has finally opened to much excitement and long lines.  I stopped by at about 10:00am after the Tory Burch store preview and it was the first time that I could snap a few photos.  The shop is filled with beautiful pastel colors and old artwork that are just […]