Just like this election cycle there are many things that are out of our control. Life is full of challenges, change, highs and lows. Continue reading “Why I Meditate”
I’m Feeling For a Power Pants Suit
I have a strong feeling for power pants suits and hope they’ll be the dominant fashion statement for the next four years. Continue reading “I’m Feeling For a Power Pants Suit”
Pretty Pictures
With the election just days away I’m making an effort to avoid election coverage and relax. Continue reading “Pretty Pictures”
At Home With the Obamas
With the election less than a week away I’m already feeling nostalgic for the Obama’s time in the White House. Continue reading “At Home With the Obamas”
Istanbul Travel Diaries
My dear friends Eric Gaskins, of Emperor’s Real Clothes, and Anton Bronner just returned from a whirlwind tour of Europe, visiting four countries in three weeks. Their last stop was Istanbul, returning just before the increased warnings for US tourists travelling to Turkey. Despite the threats they had a fantastic stay, which Eric brilliantly documents in his recent posts. I’ve always wanted to go to Istanbul, on the cusp of east and west and full of history, it’s high on my list of places to see. Until things calm down the next best thing is to read up on it and no better place to start than the links below.
Jewelry Trends for Spring ’17
There are two jewelry trends that emerged from the spring ’17 shows that I’m looking forward to embracing, the statement necklace, and the sculptural earring. Continue reading “Jewelry Trends for Spring ’17”
Halloween Decorations On the Upper East Side
A strange occurrence happens each October on the upper east side of Manhattan. Some of the most valuable real estate in New York becomes the setting for elaborately staged tableaux of horror. Continue reading “Halloween Decorations On the Upper East Side”
Louise Brooks and That Coat
The weather in New York is decidedly chilly and coats are on my mind. In Tuesday’s post I spoke about my search for the perfect camel coat. Today I’m wishing for the exact coat Louise Brooks was photographed in nearly ninety years ago. Continue reading “Louise Brooks and That Coat”
Neighborhood Watch: The Main Floor of Bergdorf Goodman
If you’re hunting for treasure and are in possession of an American Express Black Card, the recently remodeled main floor of Bergdorf Goodman will not disappoint. Continue reading “Neighborhood Watch: The Main Floor of Bergdorf Goodman”
In Search of the Perfect Camel Coat
An enormous hole in my wardrobe is the lack of a classic camel hair coat. I’ve had two in my lifetime, one a fantastic double breasted oversized Calvin Klein which was unconstructed and unlined, the other a very long belted version from Joseph Abboud women’s collection. Continue reading “In Search of the Perfect Camel Coat”