The Year Of The Horse

 

{Via: Hermes }

 

 The world got lucky this year with Chineese New Year. Horses are so much better to look at than rats or roosters. In fact, Mr. Shop This & I have bred and raced many horses over the years. So I love everything equestian chic! Get ready to celebrate with this chic collection.

Ashna Mehta

18K Gold Horse Bag Charm

As if a Birkin Bag wasn't chic enough! This one also features, black diamonds, sapphires, and garnets. Moda Operandi

Capucine De Wulf Bracelet 

Head to the races or party with this equestrian look. Simple but chic.

Tuckernuck

Horsebit Ice Bucket

Perfect for a Chinese New Year Party, or really any party you might throw.

Mark & Graham

Knee High Boot With Hug Buckle

A beautiful boot with major equestrian vibes

Ferragano

Burberry Leather Belt
This is a rare find on sale. And it will never go out of style.

My Theresa

Chloe Horse Medal Basket Bag

Handcrafted with raffia and leather. 

Super chic!

FWRD and Net-a-Porter

Linen Cocktail Napkins

Celebrate the Lunar New Year, Kentucky Derby and beyond, with  these hand embroidered napkins.

Etsy

Leather Horsebit Tray

Très chic! Perfect for any party.

Mark and Graham 

Ferragamo Equestrian Silk Tie

Very much a power tie.

Nordstrom

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Serpant Chic

Today is the beginning of The Lunar New Year. It's always a fun event that is steeped in rich traditions. Don't worry, you aren't late. The celebrations will continue through February 12th.  Start scrolling to see all things serpent chic.

Dries Von Noten Refillable Lipstick

Fashion designer, Dries, offers a fun way to celebrate with this chic case. First you select your shade of lipstick, then pick your case. Assemble the two and you are all set.

Neiman Marcus

Kate Spade Snake Print Tote

So pretty.  You almost don't realize that you are looking at a snake. A very chic choice for Spring.

Kate Spade New York

Snake Cocktail Napkins

Here's your host gift for any party, but especially a Lunar New Year event.

Jonathan Adler

Staud Beaded Bag

In good luck red with a beaded snake symbol, this bag will add fabulous feng shui to any little black dress.

Bloomingdale's

Brass Snake Sculpture

This golden reptile actually plays well with others. It's easy to add to any vignette in your space.

Jayson Home

Anabel Aram Serpent Earring

They are just the right size at 2" long. The sparkle comes from a handset of pave crystals. Really pretty! 

Bergdorf Goodman

Velvet Loafers For Men

The perfect accessory for a Lunar New Year party! They have a rubber sole and style for miles. At $59 they aren't even a splurge.

Amazon

Serpent Lucite Bracelet
This lovely lucite design features a highly skilled, hand carved texture. The crystal encrusted head  adds the sparkle.

Alexis Bittar

Brass Snake Andirons Set
Oh how chic! I can almost hear the hiss within the crackling fire. Now at a nice discount at...

CB2

Barefoot Dreams Cozy Chic Throw Blanket
No matter what the design or color. These terrific throw blankets are made for naps. They are so soft and cozy, and come ready (with ribbon) for gifting.

 Bergdorf Goodman

Kai Snake Basket

A beautiful basket made from embroidered cotton - linen. I think it is a fab find.

Anthropologie

Jonathan Adler Pickleball Set
Elevate your game with these Eden Paddles and Balls. You will score style points even before you hit the courts.

Neiman Marcus

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Celebrate Love & Luck In Red

 

Today we are celebrating love and luck. It is the Year of the Tiger and Valentine's Day is less than 2 weeks away. Not that I have anything against tiger print, but I prefer lucky red.  These pretty picks are sure to bring you good fortune, prosperity, and  luck in love! 

Draped Chiffon Cocktail Dress

The sweetest sweetheart neckline adds to the look of this chic cocktail dress. It's expensive (very) and looks like it.

Oscar De La Renta

Blank NYC Faux Suede Blazer
I personally own one of their blazers, and love it. Mine is faux leather, and you just wouldn't know that it is not real. The double breasted style here is so good, and a little retro.

Anthropologie

Alessi Plisse Electric Tea Kettle

They say that every kitchen should have a touch of red. This kettle makes a red hot statement. Also available in white and black.

2 Modern

Free People Activewear

Make every day a red letter day with the Free People Movement collection. Red is ready for action but they come in 13 other colors.
Free People

Goa Cutipol Cutlery

Having a Lunar New Year dinner? Set the table with these. Love the red and gold but they also offer 13 other color combinations.
Amara

Sleeper Party Pajamas Set

So fun, you will be tempted to wear them out. Perfect for Date Night In, or Dim Sum.

Saks or Coggles

Haden Dorset 4-Slice Toaster

Tis retro inspired toaster will add a big dose of color and charm to the kitchen. It comes with every bell and whistle that you can imagine.

Crate and Barrel

Lunar New Year Le Rouge Deep Velvet 

Givenchy makes a beautiful lip product. The matte finish creates the prettiest pout, and the tube is terrific.

Neiman Marcus

Lizza Chiffon Halter Gown
Back in the day, I would be all over this gown. Love the look. 

Halston

Rockstud Leather Envelope Pouch

In Chinese culture, during the Lunar New Year Celebration, friends and family give each other cash gifts in red envelopes. My favorite kind of envelope is studded like this!

Nordstrom

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Foodie Friday: 14 Recipes To Try For The Lunar New Year

{ Via: Williams Sonoma }

Valentine's Day, Lunar New Year, Mardi Gras - it has been hard to decide what to feature on Fridays. Though the Lunar celebration ends on February 26th, most people love Asian cuisine, any day of the year, except for me. It's not my favorite, but even I would try any one of these dishes! Enjoy. Wishing you good luck and good eating in the new year.

Black Pepper Crab

With southeast Asian roots, this dish has personality.  Be warned though, the crabs are deep fried! Probably makes them even better.

Gourmet Traveller

Sheet Pan Sticky Gochujang Chicken Meatballs

Here's a dish that I have never had, let alone cook it!  It's said to be super quick to come together. Surprisingly, it is rather healthy!

Half Baked Harvest

Ba Bao Fan (Eight-Treasure Rice)

How appealing is this dessert? The key is to use a selection of eight (for luck) dried and candied fruits. 

Food and Wine

Crispy Sticky Asian Fried Cauliflower

Vegan & Gluten Free

Deep fried cauliflower with a sweet, spicy and sticky sauce. What's not to like?

Heather Christo

Pad Thai Spring Rolls

Per China Highlights, the lucky saying associated with eating spring rolls is "黄金万两 (hwung-jin wan-lyang), meaning "a ton of gold," suggesting that the spring rolls resemble gold bars. These are made with Tofu, but you could substitute your

 fave veggie.

Minimalist Baker

Paleo Asian Sweet Potato Noodles with Pork Ginger Meatballs

This recipe had me at Sweet Potato noodles! Healthy and oh so colorful! I think I need a spiralizer.  Found this one at Amazon. Get the recipe at

Heather Christo

Potsticker Soup

This recipe is said to be embarrassingly easy. It's made with potstickers from Trader Joes. Ahhhh! That's why it is so easy. I haven't bought premade food fresh or frozen in years. So if you make it, let me know how it was.

How Sweet Eats

Char Siu

Chinese BBQ Chicken

Fermented red beans add that classic red color. This dish is said to be packed with an incredible depth of flavor.

Ahead of Thyme

Chinese Chicken & Brussels Sprouts Egg Rolls

The star of this dish must be the pomegranate sauce with sweet chile. It's a five star recipe that couldn't look better in my book!

Half Baked Harvest

Easy Asian Hot Pot
The hot pot is the one simple cooking method that crosses over to nearly all Asian cuisines. And I have never had it. Consider it an Asian fondue. Looks yummy and fun.

Foodie Crush

Fried Rice with Shrimp and Broccolini

If I was dreaming of Asian food, this would be the dish in my mind. It gets a little heat from Sriracha and cilantro adds the freshness.

Williams Sonoma

The Best Cantonese Roast Chicken

The magic to this crispy chicken is brining it for 36 hours in a soy sauce mixture. Then, it is air dried completely, and roasted at 400 degrees. Of course, ginger, soy sauce, garlic, sugar and oyster sauce add the flavor.

Omnivores Cookbook

Green Tea Ice Cream

I make homemade ice cream about every ten days for "Mr. Shop This." I have made salted caramel, butterscotch, peppermint, even Mexican chocolate with tequila. Must admit that I had not thought about green tea. Must be delicious. Other ingredients include white chocolate, dark chocolate, edible rose petals, and of course, green tea.

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