HC Travel Guide to Sag Harbor
I have a bad habit of going on a trip and posting all my adventures on Jitney Ambassador. It’s the nicer bus that has two seats on one side and one...
18-06-2018 22:07
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Chicest Summer Farmstand
When I was thinking about visiting Old Westbury Gardens (more to come on the blog soon), I reached out to Preston Davis of Keep it Chic because I kne...
17-06-2018 22:05
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Grown Up Home
The family home of Who What Wear founder Katherine Power and her photographer husband Justin Coit is featured in a web exclusive tour on Architectura...
14-06-2018 22:09
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What I’m Packing
I’ve gone a little crazy shopping lately. Luckily, most of it was on sale or not that expensive but I’m pretty sure I’m cut off now. In my defe...
13-06-2018 22:09
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Planning for Nantucket
As I mentioned recently, I have never visited Nantucket. But that’s about to change. I decided to check airfare and hotel rates after I returned fr...
12-06-2018 22:03
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For Rent in Sag Harbor
After a brief rain shower, the sun came out and I decided to take along walk in Sag Harbor to appreciate and photograph all the charming homes. I hap...
11-06-2018 22:11
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Father’s Day Gift Guide 2018
I had meant to get my Father’s Day gift guide up earlier this week but my trip to the Hamptons caused a delay but don’t worry, you still have ple...
09-06-2018 22:03
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Chic in Sag Harbor: Bloom 2018 Edition
One of the places I always stop in Sag Harbor is Bloom. Except for the one time I went out with a guy I was dating who rushed me through shopping and...
08-06-2018 22:06
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Sézane June Capsule Collection
It feels so good to get out of the city and breathe fresh clean air but now I want to go to Ibiza and Marseille where the new Sézane June Capsule Col...
06-06-2018 22:02
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Hannibal French House in Sag Harbor
I’m headed out to Sag Harbor today for some much needed R&R. In honor of my trip, I’m reposting the famous Hannibal French House on Captain’s R...
05-06-2018 22:02
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Gardener’s Delight
The one good thing that all the recent rain has brought is abundant greenery. Interior designer Robert Couturier posted a few images of his garden in...
04-06-2018 22:06
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Cutter Brooks and a New Book
Amanda Brooks was supposed to move to her husband’s native England with her family for just one year in 2012. Not only are they still there, she ju...
01-06-2018 22:03
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Outfit Inspiration from Pippa Middleton
Pippa Middleton and her husband James Matthews took advantage of the long British bank holiday weekend to visit Paris. They also attended a French Op...
31-05-2018 22:07
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Kenneth Jay Lane at Christies
Legendary costume jewelry designer Kenneth Jay Lane passed away almost a year ago and now art, antiques, and objects collected over his lifetime are ...
30-05-2018 22:03
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Best Summer Beach and Basket Bags
One of the best things about summer is that you can use fun straw and wicker handbags instead of feeling pressured to have the latest “it” bag. H...
29-05-2018 22:05
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Nantucket Island Chic
When I lived in Boston, we always went to Cape Cod in the summer and occasionally the north shore. I regret that I never made it to Nantucket and sho...
28-05-2018 22:08
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What to Watch When it’s Raining
After a beautiful start to the long holiday weekend, many areas of the East Coast experienced cold and rainy weather today. It looks like Memorial Da...
28-05-2018 22:08
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Hamptons Pop Up Shops Summer 2018
Memorial Day weekend always marks the unofficial start of summer and with it comes a multitude of pop up shops in the Hamptons. Make sure you stop by...
27-05-2018 22:02
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Madeline Weinrib Showroom Closing
There was a collective gasp from everyone I know when it was announced that Madeline Weinrib would be closing her showrooms in New York and San Franc...
25-05-2018 22:08
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Get Your Goat
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped out for the first time as a newly married couple on Tuesday for a garden party celebrating the 70th birthday o...
24-05-2018 22:01
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Affordable Art at Artfully Walls
Are you looking for art to finally fill your empty walls or some pieces to update your summer rental" If so, Artfully Walls has you covered, or I sh...
23-05-2018 22:00
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Edward Bulmer’s English Country House
I’m still smitten with Britain after the Royal Wedding and wish I had planned a trip to the Royal Horticultural Society Chelsea Flower Show. Since ...
22-05-2018 22:01
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Annabel’s London
Most private clubs have a strict “no photos” policy. I was so afraid of getting my hosts kicked out of 5 Hertford in London that I didn’t dare ...
21-05-2018 22:04
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Lemondrop Lullaby
It’s been reported that Harry and Meghan, the new Duke and Duchess of Sussex, are keen to have children as soon as possible. You could see Harry tu...
20-05-2018 22:04
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The Royal Wedding
Did you get up for the Royal Wedding this morning" I actually woke up at 5:00am and I’m so glad I didn’t sleep in. The wedding of Prince Harry to...
19-05-2018 22:02
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Royal Garden Party
Are you going to watch the Royal Wedding of Prince Harry to Meghan Markle on Saturday" I’ll definitely be watching but it’s a shame her family d...
17-05-2018 22:07
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Spring in England
While New York seems to be in the middle of a rainy season, England seems to be enjoying a beautiful spring. I know this from Instagram so I thought ...
16-05-2018 22:02
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Gal Meets Glam May Collection
The second Gal Meets Glam Collection of dresses have just debuted today. They are more amazing options for summer parties and weddings or just every ...
15-05-2018 22:05
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Maison de la Reine Reopened
I’ve been to Versailles twice but didn’t make it to Le Hameau on either trip. The recently renovated and reopened Maison de la Reine will make it...
14-05-2018 22:07
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Sandal Season 2018
It felt like we had a week of spring in New York and then went straight to summer. One good thing about the warmer weather is that it’s finally san...
11-05-2018 22:05
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Paris Pied-ŕ-Terre
In another fit of spring cleaning, I decided to get rid of more magazines. I was going to throw out a stack of World of Interiors until I started to ...
10-05-2018 22:04
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One Paris Apartment Two Ways and an Auction
I had a hard time trying to decide what to name this post because it’s actually about a few different but related things. First, Delphine and @delp...
07-05-2018 22:07
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An Art Filled Weekend
If you are in New York this weekend, you will definitely not lack for things to do, especially if you like art. There is so much going on that I’m ...
05-05-2018 22:04
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Fabulous Foyer by Michael Herold
One of the driving principles of who I post on Habitually Chic is that the person must be nice. And not just nice to me. One person who is niceness p...
04-05-2018 22:01
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Mother’s Day Beauty Refresh with Cos Bar
Are you ready for Mother’s Day" If you’re having trouble figuring out a gift, how about some beauty and skincare products that your mom/grandma/...
01-05-2018 22:06
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Alexa Hampton’s Olympia Folly
Interior designer Alexa Hampton is known for classical design elements and no where is this more apparent than in her “Olympia Folly” living room...
30-04-2018 22:11
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Color Me Happy Staircase by Sasha Bikoff
New designers at the Kips Bay Decorator Show House are often given small or awkward spaces. It feels like a test. Will they complain or knock it out ...
28-04-2018 22:02
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Kips Bay Decorator Show House 2018: Philip Mitchell Design
It was at the 2015 Kips Bay Decorator Show House that I first met interior designer Philip Mitchell and his partner Mark Narsansky when I fell in lov...
27-04-2018 22:07
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Housing Works Design on a Dime 2018
I have donated to Housing Works for years and I love supporting this wonderful organization. When pr powerhouse James LaForce invited me to sit at hi...
26-04-2018 22:02
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One Apartment Two Ways
Fashion designer Misha Nonoo’s duplex apartment was in great shape when she and her former husband bought it from interior designer Nate Berkus in ...
26-04-2018 22:02
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New Gal Meets Glam Collection
As many of you know, I wear dresses not skirts so I was very excited for the new Gal Meets Glam Collection of dresses that debuted last Friday. Julia...
24-04-2018 22:05
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Bermuda Trip Recap
The first thing you notice when you arrive on Bermuda is the bright turquoise water as you drive across a bridge after leaving the airport. It’s so...
23-04-2018 22:08
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Back on Bermuda
Those of you who follow me on Instagram already know I’m in Bermuda but just wanted to let everyone know I’ll be here all weekend. Yesterday was ...
20-04-2018 22:05
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Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2018
Mother’s Day is less than four weeks away on May 13th so I’m giving you ample heads up. You have no excuse not to find something special for the ...
17-04-2018 22:01
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Frogmore House and Gardens
Frogmore House has been royal residence since it was bought for Queen Charlotte by her husband George III. The 33-acres of private gardens are part o...
16-04-2018 22:01
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Sézane Garden Party
Sézane is one of my favorite brands. I wore one of their blouses yesterday and can’t wait to wear the white embroidered dress I bought this summer....
15-04-2018 22:02
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April 2018
April hath put a spirit of youth in everything. – William Shakespeare
Photos by Heather Clawson for Habitually Chic...
15-04-2018 22:02
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Under the Tuscan Sun
This week has been crazy and next week is poised to be even crazier. I’m hoping to be able to take a long walk in Central Park now that it’s fina...
13-04-2018 22:02
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Peggy and David Rockefeller Collection: Hudson Pines
While Hudson Pines, the 75-acre estate of Peggy and David Rockefeller, sold for $33 million the treasures it held will be up for auction at Christieâ...
11-04-2018 22:08
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The Fold for Spring 2018
I’ve professed my love for The Fold before but I haven’t needed them more than I do this spring. I have parties and events every night this week ...
10-04-2018 22:03
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Peggy and David Rockefeller Collection: Part I
The Peggy and David Rockefeller Collection coming up for auction at ...
09-04-2018 22:06
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Howards End on Starz
I cancelled my subscription to Starz last year but I might have to resubscribe to watch their new four part adaption of Howards End from the BBC that...
07-04-2018 22:02
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Westman Atelier
I’m anxiously awaiting the launch of Westman Atelier, the clean beauty collection from make up artist Gucci Westman and her husband David Neville. ...
05-04-2018 22:09
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Faringdon House Interiors Sale at Christie’s
Faringdon House in Oxfordshire, England was the house on which Nancy Mitford based the fictional house Merlinford in her book The Pursuit of Love. In...
03-04-2018 22:05
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New John Derian Store on Christopher Street
I love the John Derian stores on East 2nd Street but they are a destination and not a place I walk by regularly. That’s why I am so excited about h...
02-04-2018 22:12
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Aerin Lauder’s New Collection for Williams Sonoma Home
Aerin Lauder’s latest collection for Williams Sonoma Home has just launched and I think it might actually be better than her first. I love the addi...
30-03-2018 22:05
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Martha Stewart’s New Walk In Closet
I am very lucky to have two closets in my New York apartment, a hall coat closet and a wide clothes closet. My main closet is not working efficiently...
29-03-2018 22:10
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Revisiting Kate Rheinstein Brodsky’s Apartment
Spring is taking it’s sweet time getting here and now it’s grey and rainy in New York. I am so ready for color and flowers and sunshine. Since th...
29-03-2018 22:10
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Net-a-Porter Special Spring Discount
We’re in the homestretch to spring and if you still haven’t got your warmer weather wardrobe together, Net-a-Porter is here to help. The chic ret...
27-03-2018 22:06
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By Terry Lifestyle
By Terry Lifestyle store at 21 Galerie Vero Dodat in Paris. It’s filled with a mix of antiques, tabletop pieces, accessories, and rare objects to ...
26-03-2018 22:10
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Schloss Hollenegg in T Magazine
I think my fascination with European chateaux and castles is due to the fact that we just don’t have that type of history here in the United States...
23-03-2018 22:10
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Aquazzura for de Gournay Collection: Part Deux
This first Aquazzura for de Gournay Collection that debuted last year was a huge hit so it’s no surprise that they are back together again this spr...
22-03-2018 22:08
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Veere Grenney in Tangier
The most memorable trip I’ve ever taken was to Morocco. We spent a week driving down the coast from Casablanca to Essaouira, then to the low Atlas ...
21-03-2018 22:10
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Spring into Warmer Weather with Halsbrook
One of these days, the weather is actually going to warm up and it’s best to be prepared ahead of time. Spring also brings with it lots of events a...
20-03-2018 22:12
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Public Parks, Private Gardens: Paris to Provence
Not all museum exhibitions have to be ground breaking. Some can just be beautiful and Public Parks, Private Gardens: Paris to Provence at The Metropo...
19-03-2018 22:10
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A March Glee
Oh, Spring is surely coming,
Her couriers fill the air;
Each morn are new arrivals,
Each night her ways prepare;
I scent her fragrant garments,
...
17-03-2018 22:05
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Green is Good: 2108 Edition
Silk Crepe de Chin Shirt
Horsebit Loafers
Bias Cut Dress
Hortesia Mini Shoulder Bag
Satin Slingback Pumps
Green Leather Shoulder...
16-03-2018 22:07
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Pretty Easter Finds
Easter heralds new beginnings and the arrival of spring. The symbols of bunnies, eggs, and flowers make for sweet and beautiful decorations. Easter f...
14-03-2018 22:08
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In Memoriam: Hubert de Givenchy
I was saddened to hear of the death of legendary French fashion designer Hubert de Givenchy this past weekend at the age of 91. The world has not onl...
13-03-2018 22:07
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Legacy Records
Legacy Records is not very conveniently located unless you are visiting or exhibiting at the Javitz Center. But the chic new restaurant might be wort...
12-03-2018 22:07
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Martha’s Flowers
Martha Stewart has just published her 90th book. Yes, 90th book! Martha’s Flowers: A Practical Guide to Growing, Gathering, and Enjoying is filled ...
10-03-2018 22:08
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Kips Bay Decorator Show House 2018
The most anticipated event each spring in New York is the Kips Bay Decorator Show House. I’ve been covering the house since I started my blog in 20...
09-03-2018 22:18
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Small Space, Big Style
As soon as I saw this Gramercy Park apartment on Clever, I knew I wanted to share it with you. It belongs to Michael DePerna and Andrew Fry, the foun...
08-03-2018 22:06
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High Meadow Farm
I can attest that everyone in New York is ready for spring to arrive. Unfortunately, snow is falling right now and we’re expecting an accumulation ...
07-03-2018 22:06
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Chateau de Luxeube
I’ve started reading a lot of magazines online to cut down on them piling up but one that I always pick up at the newsstand is Town & Country. I lo...
05-03-2018 22:05
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Wardrobe Planning for Spring 2018
I was talking with a friend recently about how you have to buy what you want right away because if you don’t, it will sell out. Retailers seem to b...
01-03-2018 22:06
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Street Style Chic: Monica Ainley
Fashion No Filter. I love Monica’s classic fashion style that only adds a tiny touch of trendy or fashion forward items. I save a lot of her photos...
28-02-2018 22:12
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Proper Hotel in San Francisco
I usually stay at the Hotel Drisco when I visit San Francisco and last year I stayed at the Four Seasons. I’m hoping to return to San Francisco thi...
28-02-2018 22:12
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Refreshed Retreat
I always liked clients who had some antiques and family heirlooms. They gave me a good jumping off point and always added a lovely personal touch to ...
26-02-2018 22:08
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Habitually Chic Guide to Skincare: 2018 Edition
It’s been a year since my last big skincare post so thought this would be a good time for an update. I’ve started using a few new products that I...
22-02-2018 22:01
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We’ve Got a Runner
People have strong opinions about vintage rugs in kitchens. Some think it’s a dumb idea because of crumbs and spills but the rest of us think they ...
21-02-2018 22:04
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Personal Paradise
Master art restorer Toto Bergamo Rossi is renowned for his restoration work in Italy but it’s his house in Croatia that is getting attention in the...
21-02-2018 22:04
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Hotel des Grands Boulevards in Paris
The best place to learn about new hotels is on Instagram and that’s exactly how I learned about the Hotel des Grands Boulevards in Paris. It was de...
19-02-2018 22:04
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Street Style NYFW Fall/Winter 2018
Fashion week recently ended in New York for the Fall/Winter 2018 collections. I saw a lot of beautiful color on the runways and some inspiring outfit...
16-02-2018 22:06
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Bastian of Beauty
The best Valentine’s Day gift was finding Michael Bastian’s apartment featured on One Kings Lane. It’s been a favorite since I first saw it in ...
14-02-2018 22:02
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More Montecito Magic
Things are starting to get back to normal in Montecito, California after the recent fires and mudslides. My friend’s family was finally allowed to ...
12-02-2018 22:08
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09-02-2018 22:02
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Bottega Veneta Maison New York
One of my biggest regrets while visiting Milan was forgetting to visit the Bottega Veneta store filled with frescoes. While the new Bottega Veneta Ma...
09-02-2018 22:02
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Who What Wear Collection for Spring 2018
I think everyone is over winter at this point. It’s snowing again in New York so I’m really ready for spring to arrive. While we can’t get actu...
07-02-2018 22:05
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Party at Palacio dos Marqueses de Fronteira
I normally wouldn’t write about historic homes back to back but this one was too good not to post. Today is Valentino’s best friend and business ...
05-02-2018 22:06
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Cliveden House
Editors from London have been enjoying a press trip to Cliveden House for Sarah Chapman skincare. I’ve known about Cliveden House but I thought it ...
02-02-2018 22:03
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Bamboo Beach House
It’s snowing again in New York which means it’s the perfect time to think about planning a warm weather trip. It’s also a great time to post a ...
30-01-2018 22:03
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Valentine’s Day Gift Guide 2018
Valentine’s Day is coming up in two and a half weeks. I know a lot of people hate this commercial holiday but it can be fun if you embrace it. You ...
26-01-2018 22:06
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Chanel Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2018
Chanel always has beautiful fashion shows but the Spring/Summer 2018 Haute Couture show at the Grand Palais in Paris was especially lovely. Karl Lage...
24-01-2018 22:09
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Paolo Moschino for Nicholas Haslam
The design world has been attending Maison & Objet for the last week. I’ve enjoyed following along on Instagram especially since it looks so much c...
23-01-2018 22:06
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Winter Antiques Show 2018
The Winter Antiques Show opened in New York last week and I took a tour on Thursday. I fell in love with many paintings and objects and it’s been f...
22-01-2018 22:10
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Italian Getaway
As soon as I saw Jacaranda Caracciolo di Melito Falck’s Italian getaway in Architectural Digest magazine, I knew I wanted to share them with you. I...
21-01-2018 22:15
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Mandy Moore’s Mid-Century Modern Manse
I was telling my friend last weekend about how much I love following Mandy Moore’s mid-century modern house renovation on Instagram. She told me th...
20-01-2018 22:12
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From Napa with Love
Alexis Swanson Traina’s book From Napa with Love arrived after my trip to Napa which was a shame since it’s the best insider guide to wine countr...
19-01-2018 22:06
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Resort Ready 2018
If the recent arctic temperatures didn’t compel you to book a resort vacation perhaps today’s latest snowstorm will do the trick. I have definite...
17-01-2018 22:07
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