November 2011
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Defines Me: Part 1
Micropave. Farm Tables. European Bicycles. Colorful Cashmere. Fanciful Shoes. These are some of the items that define my aesthetic and share space in my home. I compiled this collage with my friend Michelle when we were dreaming up business concepts.
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Spotlight on UNICEF Next Generation
Following up on the H&M for UNICEF piece, here’s more information on UNICEF and the work they do. I wrote this last week on behalf of socially conscious luxury site Histoire: UNICEF is a global humanitarian relief organization providing children with health care and immunizations, clean water, nutrition and food security, education, emergency relief, and more in 150 countries around the...
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Sneak Peak: Calypso
This weekend I joined shoppers at Calypso St. Barth for the opening of their first dedicated accessories store. The little boutique is as charming as it is cozy. A large ottoman hanging from the ceiling circles customers around the store. Accessories are displayed by color theme on white cases that look like oversized bookshelves. The merchandise includes metallic piggy banks, sequin ballet...
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Paul Taylor Dance Co.
Last week I ventured to the Lower East Side for the Paul Taylor Young Patrons Event, thanks to my friend Bill who is on the committee. I’ve always loved dance, from ballet to salsa, so it was really inspiring to see dancers who balanced technical proficiency and sensuality.
Paul Taylor has been choreographing since the 1950s and he...
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Hermes Launches Petite h
Pascale Mussard, the distant granddaughter of Hermes’ founder, is leading a new initiative at the company called petite h, which re-purposes Hermes products that would otherwise be discarded. As a result, silk scarves with a tiny stain on one corner become accordion necklaces, while leather scraps turn into coffee mug holders. According to Departures Magazine, Mussard describes petit h...
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Preview to the J.Crew Holiday Catalog
I will blog anything from J.Crew (well, almost). Their ability to edit simple pieces in original and interesting ways is unparalleled:
for our holiday catalog, we looked to the paintings of American artist Milton Avery for color inspiration. below are some examples of his influential works and our final shots
(post by Ashley Price, image credit: Milton Avery by Robert Hobbs, Cleveland Museum...
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Ode to Starbucks Peppermint Hot Chocolate
Let’s discuss Starbucks around the holidays - I just can’t get enough. The seasonal cups are nostalgic and cheerful while the flavor offerings are always on trend. This year’s highlight is salted caramel, from mochas to frappacinos. Yum. But, alas, I am a creature of habit and seek traditional pleasures. So, I look forward every November to the start of Starbucks Peppermint...
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Madeline Weinrib
This pair of Ikat chairs are just my style! They’re designed by Madeline Weinrib,the granddaughter of ABC Home & Carpet founder Max Weinrib. Known for vibrant color and rich patterns in carpet, pillows, and fabric, Madeline Weinrib designs reflect her interest in reinterpreting traditional textiles from around the world. Through her business, Madeline Weinrib also acts as the...
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Capri in a Bottle
While vacationing in Capri this September, I discovered the most wonderful hidden gem, Carthusia, a perfumer that develops fragrances using the same techniques as 14th century monks. The shop combines both a factory and a boutique, which creates an authentic experience, especially with sales specialists in white lab coats offering a endless array of samples - perfume, room spray, hand soap,...
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Beauty Obsessions: Laura Mercier Hydratint
Laura Mercier’s Hydratint SPF 15 Lip Balm combines the color of a lipstick, the shine of a gloss, and the moisturization of a chap stick in one $20 tube. It’s such a simple and great concept, I wonder: why isn’t this a staple for every cosmetic brand?
Everything about Hydratint makes sense. The packaging rings true to Laura Mercier and feels more elegant than a traditional...
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Butternut Squash with Brown Butter and Sage →
A great fall recipe thanks to our friends at Histoire. Look at that Sage, so fresh! Long ago in a far away cookbook (which was lost while moving apartments) we found a recipe as delicious as it is easy to make.
Roasted butternut squash with brown butter sage uses ingredients that are available in most parts of the USA and at your local green market or farm stand. The aromas of nutty brown...
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Top Picks: Winter Boots
I love winter boots, especially with fur. Walking around town on a cold day with cozy, toasty feet is the best winter treat. Makes you feel ready for skiing and log cabins. Check out my top picks of the season:
Ash Russia Boot in Black Distressed Leather - $295 on ashfootwearusa.com
Motorcycle boots are on trend this fall and they’re a great way to make a statement even wearing jeans and...
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