From My Heart.....

Sending you champagne wishes with love and kisses this Valentine's Day.  Consider this a virtual hug from me and my visual Valentine to all of you! Thank you for following along. You touch my heart.

Dior Oui Ring

Always say yes to gold and diamonds. Oui?

Dior

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Brass Love Object

This love will last forever.

West Elm

Strawberry Cupcakes With Cream

 Cheese Frosting

Recipe at Life, Love, & Sugar

Chiara Boni La Petite Robe 

Spring 2019 

See the collection at

Neiman Marcus  and Saks

David Yurman

With luminous gemstones or heartfelt motifs, gold rings from David Yurman make modern valentines and gorgeous gifts for 
any ocassion.

Neiman Marcus

Three Sexy Cocktail Recipes

Cheers to love!  These chic cocktails are guaranteed to add the romance to your Valentine's Day

Alchemy Fine Home

Isabella Dog Bed

Don't forget your furry friends. After all, they give you unconditional love every day of the year.

Horchow

Hearts are on fire at.....

Frances Valentine

Spring Girl Cake

Yes this is a real recipe. Whomever you create this for will be all heart eyes for you!

The Cake Blog

The Art Of Your Heart Bath Products

Inspired by the romance of oil paintings and a fresh bouquet of roses. These beautiful products can be found at

Sabon NYC

Strawberry Prosecco Smash

Pop the cork and drink to love! Recipe at

These Northern Roots

Milly Faux Fur

So what are you wearing to celebrate Valentines Day? This fabulous Faux Fur has all the feels. It's on sale, too. 

Milly New York

Hot Chocolate With Marshmallow Hearts

Find the recipe at

Martha Stewart

Lady Gaga in Schiaparelli Haute Couture

Foodie Friday: Celebrating With Champagne

How is this year over with already? For me personally, it wasn't a bad year, but it wasn't the best either. In my mind, each year needs to be celebrated.  It's a chance to remember the good times, learn from the bad ones, and toast to the possibilities of the New Year. No matter how you spend NYE, try to make it special. This last recipe roundup of the year features my favorite, champagne and sparkling wine. If you are home alone, watch a movie and treat yourself to Champagne Carmel Popcorn. Looking to impress? Try the Sparkling Chocolate Truffle Champagne Cake. Cheers to you, my friends! Have a sparkling NYE.

HERE: 16 Celebration Worthy Recipes

Blood Orange Champagne Mule

These are your basic Moscow Mules but with the addition of champagne and blood oranges. Aren't they beautiful?

Half Baked Harvest

Oysters Rockefeller

Could there be a sexier, more sophisticated or celebratory dish than oysters? Any way you fix them, they say "celebration." This classic recipe will get the party started.

Gourmet Traveller

Prime Rib Roast with Horseradish  Champagne Cream Sauce

This picture perfect dish is NYE perfection! The sauce calls for Champagne Vinegar. But if you are celebrating, use the real thing.

Food and Wine

Champagne Risotto

I made risotto for the first time this year. Have to say, it was a huge success, but it didn't have champagne in it....just lobster. This is a must make soon.

Heather Christo

Fizzy Sorbet Cocktail

I think that I would serve this as dessert. This recipe had to included, because it is just too pretty not to.

Delish

Creamy Champagne Lobster & Prawn Pasta

Now this is a celebration in a bowl! Get the delicious recipe

at......

Wild Orchard

Chocolate Champagne Truffles

This recipe is proof that you don't have to be a chocolatier to make truffles at home. Even my sweet Mom made truffles, and she was not a fancy cook. You can get the edible gold flakes in time for NYE at Amazon.

Key Ingredient

Citrus And Avocado Salad With Champagne Vinaigrette

Why serve a regular tossed salad on the last day of the year, when you can serve this beauty? Supplement dinner with a punch of Champagne vinegar (which is made with the same grapes).

Foodie Crush

Champagne Alfredo with Crispy Prosciutto and Shrimp 

Doesn't this just sound special? Champagne makes this dish bubble, but the little bit of starchy pasta water adds the real magic to the sauce. MMMMM!

Food52

Champagne Caramel Popcorn

My evening could begin and end with this recipe. We received an Air Popper for Christmas. This is going to happen next week.

How Sweet Eats

Chicken Au Champagne 

A restaurant quality meal made with champagne in a cast iron pan. This recipe looks quite doable for the average cook.

Cooking With Curls

Champagne Macarons

Oh go ahead and show off a little. Aren't these a

 beautiful bite?

Eats Well With Others

The Well Stocked Bar For NYE

From basics to how much champagne to stock. Find expert tips here.

Williams Sonoma

Almond Champagne Poached Pears With Almond Whipped Cream

Gluten Free

I am not a big pear or fruit person, but these look super elegant. Not to mention that they are made with almond champagne! I have a feeling that any type of champs would do nicely.

Bright Eyed Baker

Blackberry Champagne Punch

A chic cocktail that is pretty and packs a punch of holiday spirit. Said to be super easy to 

throw together.

How Sweet Eats

Sparkling Chocolate Truffle Champagne Cake

I have saved the best for last. This decadent cake has my name (and yours) all over it. 

Crate And Barrel

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Foodie Friday: Christmas Dinner, Drinks & Desserts

Happy New Year!

{ Via: Zsa Zsa Bellagio }

2017 seems like a blur with the events of this last week. My impromptu trip to Florida added a lovely exclamation mark to an already busy week. The year ends with much to celebrate, including the engagement of "Miss Shop This." I am over the moon with happiness for she and her guy. Wedding Wednesdays will have an entire new meaning in 2018! I look forward to shopping and sharing with you all this coming year. Please know that I am so very grateful for your follows, interest, and support. Before we say goodbye to a challenging year, here's a few positive things to share.

Brrr It's Cold! Read about The Winter Skin Miracle at Goop
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Home Decor: 17 Interior Design Predictions For 2018 (And What’s On Its Way Out)
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I bought this cute little tee at JCrew to wear over the holidays in Heather Charcoal. It's fun for zhushing up denim or leggings, and the price is right!
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The most popular post of the year was: Foodie Friday: Beautiful Brunch Bites. If you are doing a New Year's Day Brunch, try Half Baked Harvest's Blood Orange Champagne Mule.
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Celebrate the New Year with Mama Medicine’s Full Moon Ritual Bath
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Are you a FASHIONPHILE? A Fashionphile is one who collects or has a great love for fashion. A fashionphile recognizes the value, quality, and potential investment in all iconic brands as well as an eye for a look that will last. It's also an online source for the largest selection of pre-owned vintage, rare, and limited edition handbags. Every item goes through an extensive procedure by skilled experts, to guarantee 100% authenticity. Check them out HERE.
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Kitten Heels: They are on trend right now. I couldn't be happier. I just tested a pair on my healing broken leg. I did fine. Shopbop has a great selection. I especially loved the  Dorateymur Saloon Booties  and the Ainsley Point Toe Mules (less than $100.)
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No more bad hair days in 2018! I highly recommend Living Proof's Haircare Products. And a great way to try the brand is with their Travel Kit.
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We can't actually beat the weather, so we might as well join in the fun. These Snow Tubes at Swoozies are so much fun!
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Keep your New Years Resolutions with these Gym Bag Essentials.
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May Your Glass Always Be Half Full in The New Year.
XOXOX
Deb
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