Scent Your Home For Spring

{ Via: Ashley Stark Home }

Lilacs and lavender blooming, fresh cut grass, a gentle rain. These are the scents that evoke spring.  It's very important to me that my home smells warm and inviting in the colder months, and fresh and bright in spring. These candles, diffusers, and sprays will scent your home with jasmine, lavender, grapefruit and more. They also make gorgeous gifts. Enjoy this sensory experience.

Canvas by Apotheke

A pristine space scented by the refreshing and clean scent of Canvas. From the maker: "Canvas combines crisp linen, white musk, and sweet lily of the valley with a sparkling dewdrop accord for a clean and refreshing fragrance."

Apotheke

Diptyque Refillable Candles

Designed to last a lifetime. When the candle is done, you simply pop in a new wax refill. With a container this chic, you never want to give it up. See Neiman's (link below) for the luxe fragrance description. $285

Neiman Marcus

Michael Aram Cherry Blossom Candle

Lucky me, I was gifted one of Aram's candles by my lovely friend, Christine. I was thrilled. These really are the best looking candles anywhere. They are like art.I chose Cherry Blossom, as what could be more appropriate for spring? You owe it to yourself to check out the assortment of candles and scents. $75

Michael Aram      Bloomingdales

Replica By Maison Margiella Bubble Bath Diffuser

Luxuriate in the scent of your favorite Bubbles ( besides champagne )The fragrance starts off clean and fresh, then the musk perfume enters, following  subtle notes of coconut. Finally bits of rose, jasmine and lavender rounds it out. Sounds like a bubble bath you never want to end. Ships free. $95

Nordstrom

Vyrao Rose Marie 

First let's talk about the vessel! So unique and modern. The candle itself is organic. The scent is floral for love and enlightenment, patchouli for grounding, and guaiac wood for energy clearing.  Lovely! And if you are shopping for Mom, this will last longer than roses. $95.

Violet Grey

I Can Buy Myself Flowers

Yes you can! Called a "boujie bouquet of aroma. It's a fresh mix of hyacinth, bamboo, and green herbs. Sounds just like springtime! $42

Furbish Studio

The Amalfi Collection

Oh how fun! And what a great gift. These are seasonal and are coming back in stockon the 25th.  I would love to use them outside on a sunny day. The scents are a blend of fresh citrus with hints of the sea and Amaro Liquor. Choose Capri or Postitano. Fab! $58

Hotel Collection Candles

Apotheke X Flavor Paper

New in the world of candles, is a trio of luxe candles. The ceramic vessel features Flavor Paper's Sway print created by women in celebration of women. The scent is so springy with notes of grapefruit, lemon, mint, sea salt, and much more. It's a limited edition. Tap the image or link below to pick your fave from the trio. Hard to choose! $52

Apotheke or Bloomingdale's

Mrs. Meyers Air Freshener

This inexpensive product works wonders. Now, I wouldn't set it out on my marble table, but I would spray it in the room that the table is located. The scent is created with essential oils, and is without many of the other toxic ingredients that hurt us. It works almost instantly. I love the fresh clean Lemon Verbena fragrance. $5.00 at....

Amazon

Mandarin Basil

Homecourt By Courtney Cox. With 60 hours of burn time, this is a beautifully handmade candle. Sparkling manadarin, spiced ginger, green basil, and ripe fig will make you feel as if you are taking a walk in an herb garden. Sounds perfect for the kitchen! $65

Homecourt

Mersea Summer Day

These candles make an adorable gift. with their chic presentation. This candle is filled with notes of citrus and fresh cut grass. $29 See the rest of the line on one page at...
Amazon

Indian Jasmine Reed Diffuser

Bring the essence of spring into your space with this decorative reed diffuser. It's really pretty, and so is the fragrance. Think sparkling jasmine, bright red berries, bergamot, and spicy pink pepper.  $69

Nordstrom

Lafco Source & Story

This new collection is the journey of the artisans who create the candles. It features an alingment with Lafco and fragrance partners who share their commitment sustainability, and love of indigenous people. $75. 

Lafco New York

Aperol Spritz Room Spray

This zesty and energetic scent sparkles like the prosecco that inspired it.  And at $28, it is just right for a cocktail party host gift.
Antica Farmacita     Bloomingdales

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You Need A White Dress This Spring & Summer

{ Via Anthropologie }

Vogue tells us that the White Dress is the one dress you need for Spring and Summer. They were all over the runways this season. So, since I don't own a white dress, this post is personal for me. I think I found a favorite. What's yours?

Cotton Cheesecloth Shirred Maxi Dress

This maxi is iron free and naturally textured. It's the base layer that is cotton cheese cloth. That means it is not see-thru! Under $300.

ME+EM

Andria Dress

Two trends in one. Everything is also sheer this spring. In this case it dresses this look up. A very pretty dress. The slip is included. Under $300

Reformation

Collarless Cotton Maxi Dress 

Love the slits and shirt style sleeves. This dress would look fab worn open over pants, too. Under $200.

COS

Iro Seona Dress

Cocktail party perfect if you can rock a mini. This style features a certain sophistication. Under $500.

Farfetch and Shopbop

Palermo Perfection Collared Midi

Peek-a-boo done well, in a stretchy cotton blend. Under $80

Lulus

Ethel Dress

From one of my new favorites - Ulla Johnson. The details are many, and the dress is as pretty in the back as it is in front. 70% cotton and 30% silk. Under $800

Ulla Johnson

Bungalow Popover Dress
Made from easy breezy linen, this will be your go to dress from the beach to the bistro. It comes with it's own slip lining. Also available in blue and black. Under $150

J. Crew

ZW Collection Embroidered Dress

At this price point (Under $130) this is one of the best in the edit. The embroidery is really lovely.

Zara

Louisa Shift
With an elegant high neckline and intricate broderie angalaise throughout, this style is just the prettiest. Where couldn't you wear it? Under $400

POSSE

Pomander Place Swiss Dot Kenzo

I have two tops by this brand, and I really love them. It gets 5 stars from many. But if white is not your jam, it comes in 13 other colors and patterns. On sale for $118.

Tuckernuck

Silvia Tcherassi

Margie Strapless Maxi 

Oh how wonderful is this cotton lace dress? The price tag is not for the faint of heart, but its' beauty is beyond compare. Imagine yourself on a green lawn wearing this white dress, for a fabulous cocktail party.

Saks    and  Moda Operandi

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Sustainable Style For Earth Day & Beyond

{ Via: Vogue }

Well, first of all,  Happy Earth Day! I am happy to share with you these links from businesses who want the best for the world and all of us.

RMS Beauty

Equally as important as what we put in our body for nutrients, is what we put on our bodies for skincare and beauty. RMS is an original, pure, organic color cosmetic line created by Rose-Marie Swift. Take a look. The products really do look beautiful. Now is a great time to try the brand with 20% off sitewide.

Green Pan Cookware

What you cook on matters! GreenPan revolutionized home cooking in 2007, when they introduced the world to healthy ceramic, nonstick cookware. Now is the time to try it (I love my few pieces.) Save 40% sitewide! The above pieces are from the Reserve Collection.

Net Sustain: Net-a-Porter

One of the most stylish websites you will find, offers a platform of over 2,000 styles from fashion, beauty, jewelry, and homeware that are consciously crafted.  I applaud their dedication. One of my favorites is the above bag from Demellier. It's so good looking. 

Stella McCartney

A pioneer in sustainable luxury fashion, Stella's designs are really beautiful. I have always loved her Falabella Bags.  All of her shoes and bags are vegan, using zero leather ever. 

Veja Sneakers

Stride into a better world in environmentally friendly, ethically manufactured sneakers by VEJA. These sneakers have been the "it" shoe for a few years. They are actually the first brand to make their sneakers with fabric made entirely with recycled plastic bottles. Read about their upcycling HERE

Purchase them at Bergdorf Goodman or 

Neiman Marcus

Sustain & Heal at Etsy

I take my gift wrapping seriously. And this line of Eco Fair Trade handmade paper is my very favorite. It's beautiful! Really beyond. Made by  certified artisans in Bangladesh with locally grown jute fiber. Purchases support childrens' educations, concrete houses, fresh water wells and much more for villages in Bangladesh.

Allbirds 

This comfy footwear brand focuses on strategies that reduce their carbon footprint to zero and beyond. They use 75% sustainably sourced natural and recycled materials. Their footwear for men and women is super light. Shown above is the Golf Dasher, the most comfortable golf shoe ever.

Echo New York

Echo invites us to elevate our style and make a difference today. In honor of Earth Day, they have selected 8 scarves from their Echo 100 Collection that support environmental charities across the globe. With every purchase, you are contributing $100 from the purchase price to initiatives that support our planets future. Shop the collection now.

Chantecaille

This beautiful skincare brand is wild about nature. They believe in the healing powers of flowers and plants. Their products are a combination of pure ingredients and smart science. They are free of all toxins, synthetic colors, and fragrance. sasve 25% on their Philanthropy Collection with Code: EARTH25

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Saturdays At Shop This

Things are abloom in the Hudson Valley, if only the rain would stop. So happy for the weekend. I do hope that yours is blooming with fun. Here's some of my favorite links of the week.

Have a summer soiree on the calendar? The Aviva gown will put you on the best dressed guest list. Also in bright blue.

Caviar For The Eyes! Laura Mercier's Caviar Stick Eyeshadow Trio is so pretty, easy to use, and on sale at QVC for 5 days only.

Shop the Earth Day Sale at Lunya. {I love their things.} Celebrate with organic pima cotton, buttery soft without toxins and chemicals. Save up to 70% 

Kicks by Keds: Rifle Paper just received the final collection of their collab with Keds . Loving all of the pretty prints. Take a look before they sell out. Some are on sale.

Finally on sale! Serena & Lily's Scallop Rattan Trays are on sale. I'll take one of each size. They are so sweet.

Walk this way to the Limited Time Shoe Sale at Nordstrom. Save up to 30% on over 700 styles by Cole Haan, Stuart Weitzman, Kate Spade and more.

A Simple Four Step Skin Routine For Spring from the editors at Goop

If you collect sunglasses, add these Shadow Side Square Sunnies to your wardrobe. So much fun for $25 This color is Limoncello but there are seven other shades, too.

Victoria Beckham has designed a line for Mango. I am looking forward to seeing it next week. If it is really good, I will share it with you.

How are you doing with your Mothers Day shopping? Take another look at these gift edits:  The Luxe List and Make it Personal.

Your bar needs this Jigger at CB2. It will make a fab $10.00 host gift, and is so good looking.

Get these while they're hot: Two Brooklyn brands, Apotheke and Flavor Paper, teamed up to create the hippest candles ever.  The limited edition trio features scents that are "smoky, silky, and seaside." The designs are right off the Flavor Paper walls with people pleasing prints.  Shop them HERE.

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Make Your Patio Pop!