While I love English manor houses, they aren’t exactly practical for most people which is why I love rectories, vicarages, and parsonages. They are the smaller homes that were reserved for members of the clergy located next to the local church. Since they are a more manageable size, they are usually more relatable and offer […]

If you’ve ever taken a walk on the Upper East Side or West Village during October, you’ll see houses with over the top decorations for Halloween. Some are so scary that I avoid during certain streets during this time of year. I personally prefer chicer home decor and tabletop pieces that can transition from Halloween […]

I’ve never been to New Orleans so I’ve been thinking of planning a trip this winter. Now that the Hotel Peter and Paul has just opened, I have even more motivation to visit The Big Easy. The hotel, restaurant, cafe, bar, library, and event space are located in an abandoned group of 19th-century buildings that […]

Everyone is complaining about how cold they are now which is the perfect time to pick up something warm and cozy from my lovely friend Heidi Wynne. Long time readers know that I don’t go anywhere without one of her cashmere scarves. The Isabelle Cashmere Wrap above is Heidi’s heaviest weight cashmere scarf in a […]

Fall transitional weather lasted about a day in New York before the temperatures dropped and the heat came on last week. We are all now wearing coats now and complaining about the cold. If you’re looking for coat inspiration, I highly recommend watching the film Ocean’s 8 if you haven’t already. It was filmed in […]

It’s rainy and cold this morning. Perfect day to stay in bed, especially a bedroom as cozy and warm looking as interior designer Andrew Brown‘s redecorated space. Andrew recently participated in The Schumacher Challenge in which he updated his bedroom using fabrics and wallcoverings from their Orient Express Collection. He upholstered the walls in a […]

We had the first real day of crisp, cool fall weather in New York and it was glorious! I’m so happy the muggy and humid weather is over so I can wear sweaters without sweating. I hope you get out and enjoy yourself this weekend. I’ve rounded up a few things you might want to […]

We only have minimal leaf color change in New York right now but I’m hoping the next few weeks bring the look and feel of fall. Until then, here’s some October inspiration to get you in the mood. Mark Cross Grace Shoulder Bag Melton Wool Blend Coat Camel Cashmere Turtleneck Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater Gabriela Hearst […]

It’s still not coat weather in New York so I’ve been living in jeans and blazers. Most of the time, they end up shoved in my bag after the temperature rises into the 70’s or 80’s but at least I start the day looking chic. I’ve picked out some of my favorites that can be […]

Steven Gambrel has been at it again. He recently renovated the Captain Osborne Edwards House from 1854 at 27 Suffolk Street in Sag Harbor with Timeless Homes and now it can be yours for $6,795,000 via Corcoran. The six bedroom home has been updated with modern conveniences including a pool and pool/guest house and all those […]

This has been the longest week ever and I am very much looking forward to the weekend. There is so much great stuff happening that I know there will be something for everyone. In addition to the Halsbrook Friends and Family Sale, lots of other retailers are having Friends and Family discounts and other sales […]

Fall is my favorite fashion season and Halsbrook has some of the chicest pieces for leaf peeping and apple picking, as well as work and special events. The best part is that the Halsbrook Friends and Family Sale starts today. You can save 20% off your order with the code FRIEND20 through Thursday, October 11, […]

Since I wasn’t able to work while I was away in Charlottesville last week, I’ve been playing catch up all this week. I had wanted to post my photos from Monticello today but I just didn’t have any time to edit them so they will have to wait until next week. While looking for something […]

I’m going to have to make more room on my bookshelves for all the new design and coffee table books out this fall. I’ve already received advance copies of some of them and they are all interesting and inspiring. Some are traditional monographs from interior designers and others delve into original topics which means there […]

I’m back from my whirlwind week in Charlottesville, Virginia and I feel like I’m still recovering. The first 36 Hours in Charlottesville Wine Country were jam packed with chef’s tasting meals and wine tastings in beautiful bucolic settings. I’m recapping this part of my trip here and will put together a travel guide to Charlottesville […]

I rarely even bother to look at street style photos anymore. I know they will be full of outlandish fashions meant to be photographed instead of women with their own personal style. That’s why I was excited to come across Claire Thomson-Jonville on Atelier Doré. Her perfectly insouciant look led me to believe that she […]

I posted this home in Charlottesville, Virginia belonging to Marina Rust and her family almost exactly one year ago. Now I’m headed to the area tomorrow for a 36 Hours in Charlottesville Wine Country trip after which I’m staying to explore the town and visit Monticello. I’ve been wanting to visit Thomas Jefferson’s home since I […]