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Architecture, Garden, Holiday, Interior design, Travel

Chateau Splendor | le Prince Jardinier

We are taking a break from Wednesday Wine today to take a look at another lovely French location. After Megeve… Read More

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Fashion, Holiday, Interior design, Jewelry, Travel

Winter Wonderland

Everyone loves a white Christmas. Although I live in the northeast, it actually doesn’t happen that often. I’ve always dreamed… Read More

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Books, Entertaining, Food and drink, Gifts, Style

Wednesday Wines – Gifts for the Wine Lover

Instead of discussing a wine today, I would like to introduce you to a wonderful company that carries fabulous gifts… Read More

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Art & Antiques, Books, Gifts, Holiday

From Venus to Mars: Gifts for Guys 2

This year, I found an eclectic assortment of gifts for guys of all tastes. Whether in the realm of practical… Read More

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Design, Fashion, Gifts

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If you were in Paris within the last few weeks and happened to stroll by the Hermes flagship store at… Read More

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Art & Antiques, Books, Gifts, Holiday, Travel

Traveler’s Tips and Treats

I didn’t get a chance to finish the post I had planned for today so I am reissuing some handy… Read More

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Entertainment, Food and drink, Interior design

Skating with Mr. Grant

My favorite scene in The Bishop’s Wife, my At the Movies pick yesterday, is when Cary Grant and Loretta Young… Read More

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Gifts, Holiday

Gear for the Guys

Since we are now officially in December, I thought I’d start a little shopping. I’ve come across a few fun… Read More

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Food and drink, Gifts

Wednesday Wine

Aren’t you happy it’s Wednesday now? Last week I mentioned our exciting new collaboration with  Horseneck Wines in Greenwich. Well… Read More

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Interior design

Soane Contract Range

In addition to their spectacular regular collection, Soane also has an extensive range of furniture, lighting and upholstery designed and priced… Read More

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Entertaining, Food and drink, Holiday, Interior design, Tabletop

Happy Thanksgiving

From my home to yours. Here is where we will be having our meal later today. I wish you, dear… Read More

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Entertainment, Food and drink, Interior design

Turkey Tabletop

Before we are catapulted into the “big” holiday of the season, I wanted to pay un petit homage to, what… Read More

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