September 18, 2013 – 7:00 am
I recently spent a day walking Maison et Objet, and a favorite find was Belgian company When Objects Work. Director/founder Beatrice de Lafontaine collaborates with well-known architects and designers to develop home accessories that are simple and beautiful, but also functional. Among my favorites are John Pawson’s tableware and Vincent Van Duysen’s wooden bowl (both […]
September 4, 2013 – 7:00 am
A few of the things I’ve been obsessing over as we head into fall: “Bea” sweater from The Row: a featherweight option (in a cashmere/silk blend) for this season’s cozy fisherman’s sweater trend. Timeless. Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment (Cherry): the latest color in the Fresh lip balm line not only moisturizes, but gives your lips […]
August 14, 2013 – 7:00 am
September Vogue is out this week, and the arrival of the phone-book sized issue is always my cue that fall fashion is here! While downsizing is still a priority, at the same time, my fall wardrobe needs a bit of an upgrade. Enter Sofie d’Hoore. I’ve been a fan of her clothing designs for a […]
When you need to simplify, finding a beautiful way to do so is immensely rewarding. I wanted to find a new skincare routine after my long-time favorite changed the formula, but bathroom space is now at a premium. Enter Verso skincare. I love that the line has only five products (I find the less products […]
Once my sea container arrives, I’ll be hard at work really settling in. Though the house is quite nice right now, it’s not “mine” (which I realize is relative as we’re renting). One of my favorite ways to make a house more personal is with art. I’ve got some favorite pieces coming by sea, but […]