Dreaming of Paris… with Kids
Paris... say the word and most people (especially women, amirite?) get a dreamy, faraway look in their eyes. It truly is a magical place. From the beautiful art everywhere you look and incomparable culture to the gorgeous architecture and out-of-this-world food, it's likely on your bucket list if you have yet to go and experience the City of Lights. Or, just haven't been in awhile. And, let's not forget the shopping... it is like no other. I recently took my daughter for spring break -- girls' trip! -- and we had the most incredible time. A number of you have asked me what we did on our trip and if I have any ...Read more.
Feeling Inspired By… Brooches at Chanel
I've collected brooches since I was a teen. My grandmother's, my mom's, vintage, contemporary, sparkly gems, classic pearls -- I have a case full of them. So, when on my recent trip to Paris, I saw gorgeous brooches both alone and in clusters popping up on tweed jackets at Chanel, I got excited to pull out my stash and start playing. While the translucent Chanel flower is covetable, I have a few flowers that serve beautifully as an anchor brooch surrounded by a colorful pin and another metallic one. Three brooches clustered together in different shapes and sizes, but complementary materials and colors, is a fun way to ...Read more.
Sunny Days Ahead Require Cute Hats (Under $100!)
We're counting down the days until summer vacation starts and pool season officially arrives. Hats have thankfully become a must-have accessory in our warm-weather wardrobe. After all, it's a fact that too much sun exposure plays a major role in aging our skin. Not only are the right sunhats super chic, they also help fend off wrinkles, sun spots and skin cancer on our face better than any product can. Of course, both a hat AND sunscreen are critical, but there's no substitute for simply covering up. We went on the hunt for the cutest hats under $100 and here's what we found. ...Read more.














