Friday, December 21, 2012

Having a moment... Jessica Chastain


with a GIANT Emilio Pucci bag


in Alexander McQueen


oh hello Dior Couture


Resort 2012 Proenza Schouler



all images courtesy of justjared.com



Britney in Bottega...

Britney Spears arrived at the X Factor finale wearing Fall 2012 Bottega Veneta.  
She has certainly upped her game since those school girl skirts that made her famous.






images courtesy of justjared.com and style.com

Friday, December 14, 2012

Gifts for...

The Glitterati
J.Crew x Lulu Frost art deco cuff


The Homebody


Equipment silk pajama set


For the Classic


Cartier Trinity ring

For the Entertainer
Kim Seybert seersucker napkins

For the New Baby

Oeuf baby animal hat




images courtesy of J.Crew, Equipment, Cartier, Gracious Style, and J.Crew















Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Kitchen gadgets...

Who doesn't want a new gadget to play with?



SodaStream Revolution sparkling water maker.
This would make my fresh direct bills a lot lower.  




One of my favorite things is coffee in bed in the mornings.
Nespresso's new U machine is compact in size and easy to use.  


Ina creates simple delicious recipes that even the novice chef can master.  


Caso's countertop wine cellar is perfect for any NYC apartment.  It stores and chills up to eight bottles at a time.  Making entertaining all the easier. 





all images courtesy of williams-sonoma.com







Monday, December 10, 2012

For the person who has everything...

Chances are they won't have these items:



Corkcicle - perfect wine every time!

Gizmon iPhone case - Turn your iPhone into a classic camera


C. Wonder Bullhorn iPad Speaker




images courtesy of Corkcicle, Amazon and C. Wonder







Sunday, December 9, 2012

For the Jetsetter...

Spending the holidays on the slopes or on the beach, 
a few key items to survive airport delays and long car rides...



Celine's cabas phantom tote is the perfect carry all for magazines, kindles, and iPhone chargers.



Saturday's Surf just premiered their own line of eyewear!  
The ultimate groggy eye concealer.



Beats headphones are all the rage with the kids these days, and understandably why. 
These headphones connect wirelessly to your music device, and controls are easily located on the ear cup.  




It isn't Christmas if there is not some kind of Apple device under the tree.  
Macbook Air is the perfect travel companion - light, compact and filled with hours of entertainment.


No matter where the final destination may be, it can be agreed that airplane temperatures can be temperamental.  What better way to settle in for a long flight than with a cashmere wrap and eye mask.  It is the perfect 'do not disturb'.




images courtesy of Celine, Beats by Dre, Apple and Frontgate









Saturday, December 8, 2012

Gifts for your home...

A few presents for the home:



Juliska has the prettiest collections of glassware and ceramics in town!
Each piece is delicate and timeless.  This wine decanter would make for a perfect pairing with a bottle of Kosta Browne.

C. Wonder really has its finger on the pulse of home accents.  
They are not only desirable, but also attainable!  
This chevron pillow would spruce up any drab couch.  


The Louis Ghost Chair from Phillip Stark is making another appearance on this holiday wish list. What can I say, it is a classic.  
Editor note: Members of the MoMA receive a discounted price.  Another reason to join the MoMA. 



Neiman Marcus paired with Target this season on a selection of Holiday gifts from today's top designers.  It boy, and CFDA winner, Joseph Altuzarra designed this faux-croc and tempered glass tray.  



The epitome of lux.
Hermes bridge cards





images courtesy of: Juliska, C.Wonder, Target and Hermes









Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Wish List...

A few things I wish Santa would leave under the tree this year.


Stubbs and Wootton velvet slippers are a must!  They are the perfect mix of comfort and whimsey.  I wear mine at least twice a week! 
Stubbs & Wootton  - College Velvet Slippers



A good wallet is hard to find.  It can't be too big, not too small.  This Stella McCartney classic style appears to be just right.
Stella McCartney - Falabella Flap Wallet



Saint Laurent Classic Duffle
This is the first handbag launched under the new direction of Hedi Slimane.
Gwyneth debuted the first version of the style this summer. 




What better way to ring in 2013 than with massages, mud masks and wine.





images courtesy of stubbs & wootton, stella mccartney, saint laurent, and solage





Monday, December 3, 2012

Favorite gifts to give...

From my arsenal of go-to's:


Personalized Clare Vivier clutch.  
Every time I order one as a gift, I regret not ordering one for myself. 


A herringbone blanket is always a welcome gift!



John Derian everything!
My latest favorite is the bottle coaster, perfect for bottles of Sancerre, Pinot Noir and Champagne!



Chocolate covered fortune cookies.
*Editor's note: these are highly addictive, and rarely make it to the recipient. 



images courtesy of Clare Vivier, Monograms off Madison, John Derian and Dylan's Candy Bar