I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas. There are some great sales happening now in case Santa didn’t bring you what you wanted or you have some holiday money burning a hole in your pocket. ANN TAYLOR – Extra 40% off all sale styles + 40% off full price purchases with code ENJOY ANTHROPOLOGIE – Extra […]

Back by popular demand is my annual post of what I’ve bought myself for Christmas with a bonus of what I bought myself in Paris. With a few other purchases thrown in for good measure. I had originally intended to buy a Max Mara Icon Coat in Paris because all Max Mara coats in Europe […]

Holiday parties and events are back in full force. If you need an outfit for a night on the town or New Year’s Eve, Saks Fifth Avenue has you covered from sparkly dresses to evening makeup. I’ve picked out a few of my favorites to help get you started. If I was going to a […]

Thank you for all the lovely messages about my first gift guide this season. I’m back with even more chic and fun gifts for the entire family. Happy Shopping! If your children, grandchildren, nieces, or nephews need some new sleepwear this holiday season, Petit Plume has the nicest option. I especially like this Baby’s, Little […]

I know we still have to get through Halloween but it’s also time to start thinking about your holiday shopping. A lot of popular presents sell out early every year so I always try to post them first so you don’t miss out. I don’t think there is anyone who doesn’t like Ina Garten. I’m […]

While most of the country has been experiencing a heat wave, things have been very up and down in New York and even in Sag Harbor, where I spent last week. I feel like I have to have three seasons of clothing on hand at any given time. But at least there are some good […]

A lot of people have asked for another post of what I bought myself recently and I finally had time to put it together today. Some things were Christmas presents to myself and others were items I purchased in the last few months. I can’t wear shoulder bags and tote bags with my Toteme winter […]

Have yourself a merry little ChristmasLet your heart be lightFrom now onOur troubles will be out of sight Have yourself a merry little ChristmasMake the Yule-tide gayFrom now onOur troubles will be miles away Here we are as in olden daysHappy golden days of yoreFaithful friends who are dear to usGather near to us once […]

I’ve spent the whole week at home in my pajamas and realized I could use a few new pairs. They’re also fun for the whole family to wear to open presents on Christmas morning. If your family could use an upgrade on your sleepwear, I’ve picked out some of the cutest solids, prints and plaids […]

My final gift guide was delayed due to travel and holiday events. And also because of those events last week, I’m now at home nursing a cold. It’s the first time I’ve been sick since 2018 so I guess I was due. (I know it’s not Covid because I took a test.) If you haven’t […]

I was going through old post when I came across the beautiful Park Avenue apartment of Fernanda Kellogg and Kirk Henckels decorated for Christmas from the November/December 2016 issue of Veranda. I love the elegant details they’ve added to each room and thought it was definitely worth reposting. I’ve combined those photos with non-holiday photos from Architectural […]

Thank you for all the great feedback on my first two holiday gift guides. I’m sorry some things have already sold out but we’ve put together more than 40 new gift suggestions that are currently in stock that I think your friends and family will love. I love to start each of my gift guides […]

I know some people will think this holiday gift guide is too early and others will be excited because they can start shopping now. I’m posting earlier than usual because retailers are worried about shipping delays and since most people shop online each year. I like to mix up my gift guides for items for […]

One of my favorite Instagram friends Kimmie Noel is one of the most creative people I know. Last year, she made the most charming Scrooge ornaments to commemorate 2020, a scrooge of a year. She made me one as a gift that has the same colors as the middle Scrooge above and when I posted […]

Have yourself a merry little ChristmasLet your heart be lightFrom now onOur troubles will be out of sight Have yourself a merry little ChristmasMake the Yule-tide gayFrom now onOur troubles will be miles away Here we are as in olden daysHappy golden days of yoreFaithful friends who are dear to usGather near to us once […]

I hope you all had a nice Thanksgiving and are enjoying a relaxing long holiday weekend. If you’re looking for more gift ideas or Cyber Monday deals, we’ve got our final holiday gift guide to help you finish your shopping online. A cashmere throw blanket is a gift that you might have to buy yourself and everyone […]

This second holiday gift guide was supposed to be posted last Friday but I just didn’t have time to work on it before my weekend trip to the Mayflower Inn and Spa. I’m happy that so many of you enjoyed the first one and I hope your gift recipients will be happy too. The embroidered […]