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At the Movies
Considering my posts this week, you’ve probably guessed the feature today is a British film (even though Dark Shadows is American, the gothic residence had heavy English overtones). And in thinking about interiors, I considered many of the movies shot … Continue reading
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British Style Bonanza
Between the mania for Downton Abbey and the popularity of Will and Kate, it’s clear British style is making a comeback. It’s true in fashion – think of the 600,000 visitors who saw McQueen at the Met or the fashionistas … Continue reading
Posted in architecture, design, entertainment, fashion, furniture, history, interior design, travel
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Dark Shadows
I knew it would happen eventually. With the vampire mania of the last few years, it was just a matter of time until someone resurrected the cult 60′s series Dark Shadows. As much as I have eschewed the current vampire offerings, … Continue reading
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Merry Christmas
As some of you know, I’ve been obsessing over tartan this fall and I am thrilled that I finally have the opportunity to set a tartan table for the holiday. I am lucky to live in an area that has … Continue reading
Posted in design, entertainment, holiday, interior design
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At the Movies
Another holiday classic that merits a viewing this weekend is Christmas in Connecticut. This light hearted romantic comedy boasts an all star cast including Barbara Stanwyck, Sydney Greenstreet, Dennis Morgan and a host of others. With a witty script and zany … Continue reading
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At the Movies
A vintage romantic comedy, Ernst Lubitsch’s 1940 The Shop Around the Corner is a classic holiday story. And you may not realize that it is actually the original version of You’ve Got Mail. Stars Jimmy Stewart and Margaret Sullavan work … Continue reading
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#Jingletweet Finale
What a wonderful evening of friends, colleagues and good cheer!! A huge thanks to Audiocom for sponsoring the evening in their truly fabulous new space, to Chefs à l’Orange for the delicious food and to my Wednesday Wine compatriot Terry … Continue reading
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#Jingletweet Treasure
I’m excited to announce that #Jingletweet has finally arrived. For those of you who haven’t been following along via social media, this is a tweet up (an “in real life” party for those of us connected on twitter) cohosted by … Continue reading
Posted in bags, books, design, entertainment, fashion, food and drink, furniture, gifts, holiday, photography, Stationery
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Holiday House Party – Some Enchanted Evening
A group of us were invited by the lovely Marsha at Splenderosa to an imaginary holiday party. It is a dressy, formal affair at another blogger’s brand new house with “live music, carolers, a lavish buffet, champagne passed around by … Continue reading
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At the Movies
I am thrilled to start off my holiday movie reviews with this classic Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy romp. It is one of those movies I just never tire of!! In fact, it may very well be my favorite of … Continue reading
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